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Safety
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3.
Safety
3.1
Safety Precautions
This section contains safety precautions to follow when operating and maintaining the machine. Read and
understand the precautions in this section as well as throughout this manual and follow them when operating
or maintaining the machine. Failure to follow safety precautions could result in property damage, serious
injury or death to the operator or bystanders.
3.1.1
Training
All operators and mechanics should receive practical instructions from their employer or renter. Such instruc-
tions should cover the following issues:
• It is essential to familiarize yourself with the controls, safety labels and the proper use of
the machine.
• Never allow people unfamiliar with these instructions to operate or service the machine.
Do not let anyone under 18 years of age to operate this machine. Local regulations may
restrict the minimum age for operating the machine. Consult your local authority.
• The operator is responsible for the accidents or hazards caused to other people or their
property.
• This machine has a riding capacity for one person only. Do not carry passengers other
than the operator.
• Observe the weight limit of this machine: 120kg.
• Always keep in mind that care and concentration is required when working with ride-on
machines.
• Loss of control on a slope cannot be regained by the application of the brake. The main
reasons for loss of control are:
» insufficient grip of tires.
» excessive speed.
» misjudging of the ground conditions, especially slopes.
3.1.2
Preparation
• Always wear protective footwear, long trousers, hardhat, safety glasses and ear protec-
tion when operating or servicing the machine. Proper clothing will minimize the chance of
injury. Do not operate the equipment if you have long hair, loose clothing, or jewelry; all of
which may get tangled in moving parts. Do not operate the machine barefoot or with
open sandals.
• Fuel is highly flammable. See Checking and Filling Fuel,
page 18, for important safety information on handling fuel.
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