Tubeline Boss I, Operator'S Manual

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Safety Instructions
WORK SAFELY
– A CAREFUL OPERATOR IS THE BEST INSURANCE AGAINST
ACCIDENTS!!
SECTION 1
WARNING SECTION
WARNING
Obey all safety instructions listed in this section and throughout this manual. Failure to obey instructions
in this section could result in death or serious injury.
BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY TYPE OF ASSEMBLY, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE OR OTHER WORK
ON OR NEAR THIS PRODUCT:
READ AND COMPLETELY UNDERSTAND THIS MANUAL.
READ AND COMPLETELY UNDERSTAND THE MANUALS PROVIDED WITH YOUR POWER UNIT,
LOADER AND QUICK-ATTACH. Read and understand all safety signs on this product and on your power
unit, loader and quick-attach. Know all your controls and know how to quickly stop all power unit
movements, the processor movement, and the engine in case of emergency. Know and obey all
applicable government rules, O.S.H.A regulations, local laws and other professional guidelines for your
operation. Make sure that anyone who will be assembling, mounting, maintaining, repairing, removing
and/or storing this product: Has been instructed in the safe operation of this product and of the power unit
and the quick-attach to which this product is attached. Is physically and mentally capable of the safe
operation of this type of equipment. Is not under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Is carefully supervised
from a safe distance, especially if such person is inexperienced.
Wears personal protective equipment (i.e. hardhat, safety glasses, work gloves, protective shoes,
respirator, ear protection, etc.) Does not wear loose fitting clothes, loose or uncovered hair or any
accessories (jewelry, necktie, scarf, wrist watch, etc.) that can catch and entangle on moving parts.
Has annually reviewed all safety instructions. Know and follow good work practices when assembling,
mounting, maintaining, repairing, removing and storing this product: Work on a level surface in a well lit
area. Keep the area clean and dry. Use properly grounded electrical outlets and tools. Use the right tool
for the job at hand. Make sure that your tools are in good condition for performing the desired function.
When using tools, wear the protective equipment specified by the tool manufacturer (i.e. hardhat, safety
glasses, work gloves, protective shoes, etc.).
WHEN YOUR POWER UNIT IS USED DURING ANY TYPE OF ASSEMBLY, OPERATION,
MAINTENANCE OR OTHER WORK ON OR NEAR THIS PRODUCT:
Before leaving the
operator’s station or before beginning any type of work on this product, lower this
product to the ground, apply your power
unit’s parking brake, stop the engine, remove the starter key, wait
for all moving parts to stop and then relieve all pressure in the hydraulic lines. Refer to your power
unit’s
operator’s manual for instructions on how to relieve hydraulic pressure in lines.
Know your
loader’s safe lifting and operating capacity and the weight of this product. See the
specifications in this manual for the weight of this product and refer to your power
unit’s and loader’s
operator’s manuals for safe operating limits. Lift capacity may be reduced if using a quick-attach.
Never allow anyone, except the operator, to be around the power unit or this product when either is in
motion. Do not start up unless others are clear of the work area. Do not allow riders on this product or the
power unit. Do not stand or climb on this product when raised. Do not place any part of your body under
any part of this product unless this product is securely resting on adequate blocking or on the ground. Do
not use blocking made of concrete blocks, logs, buckets, barrels or any other material that could suddenly
collapse or shift positions. Do not use wood or steel blocking that shows any signs of material decay. Do
not use wood blocking that is warped, twisted or tapered. Never operate controls from the ground.
Operate the controls only from the
operator’s station. Never leave the equipment unattended with the
engine running or with this product raised on the loader. Be aware of the added weight and width of this
product. Reduce travel speeds accordingly, especially when traveling over rough ground. Keep this
product close to the ground and under control when transporting. When transporting, be sure processor
does not block view of vehicle lights or road
.