Safety
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DBH Safety Rules (10/4/2016)
Look down and to the rear and make sure area
is clear before operating in reverse.
Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
Do not stop, start, or change directions sud
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denly on slopes.
Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during
operation.
Stop power unit and equipment immediately
upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine, set
parking brake, remove key, inspect, and repair any
damage before resuming operation.
MAINTENANCE
Before dismounting power unit or performing
any service or maintenance, follow these steps:
disengage power to equipment, lower the 3-point
hitch and all raised components to the ground,
operate valve levers to release any hydraulic pres
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sure, set parking brake, stop engine, remove key,
and unfasten seat belt.
Do not modify or alter or permit anyone else to
modify or alter the equipment or any of its compo
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nents in any way.
Your dealer can supply original equipment
hydraulic accessories and repair parts. Substitute
parts may not meet original equipment specifica
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tions and may be dangerous.
To prevent contamination, clean and then cover
hose ends, fittings, and hydraulic ports with tape.
Do not allow bystanders in the area when oper
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ating, attaching, removing, assembling, or servic
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ing equipment.
Never go underneath equipment (lowered to the
ground or raised) unless it is properly blocked and
secured. Never place any part of the body under
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neath equipment or between moveable parts even
when the engine has been turned off. Hydraulic
system leak down, hydraulic system failures,
mechanical failures, or movement of control levers
can cause equipment to drop or rotate unexpect
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edly and cause severe injury or death. Follow Oper
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ator's Manual instructions for working underneath
and blocking requirements or have work done by a
qualified dealer.
Make sure attachment is properly secured,
adjusted, and in good operating condition.
Keep all persons away from operator control
area while performing adjustments, service, or
maintenance.
Make certain all movement of equipment com
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ponents has stopped before approaching for ser
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vice.
Frequently check blades. They should be sharp,
free of nicks and cracks, and securely fastened.
Do not handle blades with bare hands. Careless
or improper handling may result in serious injury.
Your dealer can supply genuine replacement
blades. Substitute blades may not meet original
equipment specifications and may be dangerous.
Tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws to torque
chart specifications. Check that all cotter pins are
installed securely to ensure equipment is in a safe
condition before putting unit into service.
Make sure all safety decals are installed.
Replace if damaged. (See Safety Decals section for
location.)
Make sure shields and guards are properly
installed and in good condition. Replace if dam
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aged.
Never perform service or maintenance with
engine running.
Do not disconnect hydraulic lines until machine
is securely blocked or placed in lowest position
and system pressure is released by operating
valve levers.
Service and maintenance work not covered in
OWNER SERVICE must be done by a qualified
dealership. Special skills, tools, and safety proce
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dures may be required. Failure to follow these
instructions can result in serious injury or death.
STORAGE
Keep children and bystanders away from stor
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age area.
Store on level, solid ground.
Block equipment securely for storage.
SAFETY RULES
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
