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WORK AREA
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Keep work area clean,
free of clutter and well lit.
Cluttered and dark work areas can cause
accidents.
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Keep children and bystanders
away while operating an acreage rake. Distractions can cause
you to lose control, so visitors should remain at a safe distance from the work area.
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Be alert of your surroundings.
Using an acreage rake in confined work areas may put you in
a dangerous situation.
PERSONAL SAFETY
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Stay alert,
watch what you are doing and use common sense when using an acreage rake. Do
not use an acreage rake while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or
medication. A moment of inattention while operating an acreage rake may result in serious
personal injury.
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Dress properly.
Do not wear loose clothing, dangling objects, or jewelry. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught
in moving parts.
Do not operate when bare foot or wearing open sandals.
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Use safety apparel and equipment.
Use safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields
which comply with current national standards, or when needed, a face shield. Use a dust mask
in dusty work conditions. This applies to all persons in the work area. Also use non-skid safety
shoes, hardhat, gloves, dust collection systems, and hearing protection when appropriate.
ACREAGE RAKE USE AND CARE
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Do not modify the acreage rake in any way.
Unauthorized modification may impair the
function and/or safety and could affect the life of the equipment. There are specific applications
for which the acreage rake was designed.
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Always check of damaged or worn out parts before using the acreage rake.
Broken parts
will affect the acreage rake operation. Replace or repair damaged or worn parts immediately.
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Do not exceed the acreage rake
load capacity.
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Distribute the load evenly.
Uneven loads may cause the acreage rake to tip, resulting in
personal injury to the operator or others.
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Use the acreage rake
on flat and level surfaces
capable of supporting the acreage rake and
its maximum load. Pulling or pushing a load on a slanted or uneven surface can result in loss of
control.
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Store idle acreage rake.
When the acreage rake is not in use, store it in a secure place out of
the reach of children. Inspect it for good working condition prior to storage and before re-use.
