PRACTICES
IMPORTANT:
Read safety rules and instructions carefully before operating
this equipment.
CAUTION: SAFETY FIRST—
Read this manual carefully before operating
your snowplow. We recommend that you read this manual completely so that
you are fully aware of all important safety recommendations. Record your serial
number.
DANGER:
This equipment was built to be operated according to the rules
for safe operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment,
carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury.
This machine is capable of amputating hands and feet. Failure to observe the
following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
To use this equipment properly, you must observe the safety regulations, the
assembly instructions and the operating instructions to be found in this manual. All
persons who use and service the snowplow must be informed about its potential
hazards and must be acquainted with this manual. Children should be supervised
at all times if they are in the area in which the snowplow is being used. It is also
imperative that you observe the accident prevention regulations in force in your
area. The same applies for general rules of occupational health and safety.
GENERAL
1. Read your owner’s manual carefully. Get to know your snowplow and familiarize
yourself with its applications and limitations.
2. Use the snowplow according to the guidelines in this manual. Do not abuse it or
force it to do a job for which it was not designed.
3. Use only original equipment parts and accessories. Consult the owner’s
manual. The use of incorrect accessories may produce unforeseen hazards.
WARNING:
Make no attempt to assemble and operate the snowplow until
you have thoroughly read this manual and completely understood its contents.
Operating your DK2 snowplow improperly can result in serious personal injury
and/or damage to both plow and vehicle. Since Detail K2 Inc. does not complete
its assembly or installation, we cannot be held responsible for any personal
injury or damages that product misuse may produce.
PERSONAL SAFETY
1. For safety, keep children and pets at a distance from the plow and the operating
area.
DANGER!
Sitting or riding on the snowplow is extremely dangerous. This could
inflict serious injury.
WARNING!
Never stand between the vehicle and the blade nor stand within
3 m (10 feet) of a blade in motion. Moving or falling blades can cause serious
personal harm.
WARNING!
At all times, keep your hands and feet clear of the blade and
winch.
2. Make it a practice to completely lower the blade to the ground every time the
vehicle is parked. A raised blade may drop unexpectedly and this can result in
serious personal injury.