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using the product properly and safely. You are also
responsible for training persons, who you allow to use the
product, about safe operation.
The warning system in this manual identifies potential
hazards and has special safety messages that help you and
others avoid personal injury, even death. Danger,
Warning, and Caution are signal words used to identify
the level of hazard. However, regardless of the hazard, be
extremely careful.
Danger signals an extreme hazard that will cause serious
injury or death if the recommended precautions are not
followed.
Warning signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or
death if the recommended precautions are not followed.
Caution signals a hazard that may cause minor or
moderate injury if the recommended precautions are not
followed.
Two other words are also used to highlight information.
Important calls attention to special mechanical
information, and Note emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
Safety
Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner
can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with these safety instructions and always pay
attention to the safety alert
symbol, which means
CAUTION, WARNING, or DANGER—“personal
safety instruction.” Failure to comply with the
instruction may result in personal injury or death.
Safe Operating Practices
This product is capable of amputating hands and feet.
Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious
injury or death.
Engine exhaust contains carbon monoxide, an
odorless, deadly poison that can kill you.
Do not run the engine indoors or in an enclosed
area.
Warning
General Operation
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Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the
operator ’s manual, in the video, and on the traction
unit before starting. Also, read all attachment manuals
where supplied
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Allow only responsible adults who are familiar with
the instructions to operate the traction unit.
•
Wear long pants and substantial shoes. Wearing safety
glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, and a hard
hat are advisable and may be required by some local
ordinances and insurance regulations.
•
Ensure that the area is clear of other people before
operating the traction unit. Stop the traction unit if
anyone enters the area.
•
Never carry passengers on attachments or on the
traction unit.
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Always look down and behind before and while
backing.
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Do not place your feet under the platform.
•
Slow down before turning. Sharp turns on any terrain
may cause loss of control.
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Never leave a running traction unit unattended.
Always lower the loader arms, stop the engine, and
remove the key before dismounting.
•
Do not exceed the rated operating capacity, as the
traction unit may become unstable which may result in
loss of control.
•
Do not carry a load with the arms raised. Always carry
loads close to the ground. Do not step off of the
platform with the load raised.
•
Do not over-load the attachment and always keep the
load level when raising the loader arms. Logs, boards,
and other items could roll down the loader arms,
injuring you.
•
Never jerk the control levers; use a steady motion.
•
Keep your hands, feet, hair, and loose clothing away
from any moving parts.
•
Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
•
Do not operate the traction unit while under the
influence of alcohol or drugs.
•
Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing
roadways.
•
Use extra care when loading or unloading the traction
unit onto a trailer or truck.
•
Do not touch parts which may be hot from operation.
Allow them to cool before attempting to maintain,
adjust, or service.
•
Do not operate the traction unit with any of the covers
or guards removed.
•
Check for overhead clearances (i.e. branches,
doorways, electrical wires) before driving under any
objects and do not contact them.
