Wallenstein BXTR5224, Operator'S Manual

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Safety
BXTR5224
Trailer Wood Chipper
Safety
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2.4 Safety Rules
• DO give operating instructions to operators or employees
before allowing them to operate the machine, and REVIEW
annually thereafter.
• DO read and understand ALL Safety and
Operating instructions in the manual and
follow them. The most important safety
device on this equipment is a SAFE
operator.
• DO review safety related items annually with all personnel
who are operating the machine or performing maintenance.
• DO wear appropriate Personal
Protective Equipment (PPE).
The suggested equipment
includes but is not limited to
the following:
-
Hearing Protection
-
Protective glasses, goggles
or face shield
-
Heavy work gloves
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• DO have a first-aid kit available for use
should the need arise and know how to
use it.
• DO read and understand all safety signs located on the
machine before operating, servicing, adjusting, or cleaning.
• DO inspect and secure all guards before starting.
• DO check input and discharge chutes, engine intake and
exhaust. Make sure they are clear of debris prior to starting
the machine.
• DO inspect and secure all guards before starting.
• DO have a fire extinguisher available for use
should the need arise. Know how to use it.
• DO think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
• DO NOT touch hot engine parts, muffler cover, hydraulic
hoses, engine body, engine oil, and so on during operation
or if the engine was recently shut off. Contact may cause
burns.
• DO NOT expect a person who has not read and understood
all operation and safety instructions to use the machine.
An untrained operator is not qualified and is exposed
to possible serious injury or death. It is the owner's
responsibility to make sure to the operator has familiarity
and understanding of the machine.
• DO NOT modify, disable or change the roller feed safety /
control bar in any way.
• DO NOT allow riders during transport.
• DO NOT risk injury or death by ignoring good safety
practices.
2.5 Equipment Safety Guidelines
• Always place the machine in a safe service position before
performing any service work, maintenance procedures, or
storage preparation. The
Safe Condition is as follows:
SAFE CONDITION
• Shut off engine. Remove ignition key.
• Make sure all moving parts have stopped.
• Disconnect battery ground (-) cable.
• Block or chock wheels.
• Never use equipment with safety shields removed. Keep all
shields in place. If shield removal becomes necessary for
repairs, reinstall the shield prior to use.
• Replace any safety sign or instruction sign that is not
readable or is missing. Location of safety signs is indicated
in this manual.
• Do not allow anyone other than a responsible, properly
trained and physically able person to operate this machine.
This equipment is dangerous to children and persons
unfamiliar with its operation.
• Do not modify the equipment in any way. Unauthorized
modification may result in serious injury or death and may
impair the function and life of the equipment.
• Never exceed the limits of the machine. If its ability to do
the job or to do it safely is in question—
STOP IMMEDIATELY!
2.6 Safety Training
• The best safety feature is an
informed, careful operator—we ask
you be that kind of operator. It is
the operator's responsibility to read,
understand and follow ALL safety
and operation instructions in the
manual.