
Safety
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• Always wear protective footwear, long trousers, hardhat, safety glasses and ear
protection when operating or servicing machine. Proper clothing will minimize
the chance of injury. Do not operate machine if you have long hair, loose clothing,
or jewelry; all of which can get tangled in moving parts. Do not operate machine
barefoot or with open sandals.
• Prepare beforehand the working rules and procedures such as signaling and traic
control for the work place. Following such rules will reduce the risk of accidents.
• Perform daily pre-startup inspection (see Preparation, page 12) before starting
machine. Repair or replace damaged parts before starting machine.
• Fuel is highly lammable. See Checking and Filling Fuel, page 12, for important
safety information on handling fuel; keep ire and spark away. Stop engine when
refueling.
• Never handle oil or grease, service engine, or recharge battery in the presence of
ire or spark.
Preparation