Safety Precautions; Attachments And Accessories; Safe Operating Practices - HUSTLER MDV Operator's Manual

This safety alert symbol is used to call attention to a mes-
sage intended to provide a reasonable degree of PERSONAL
SAFETY for operators and other persons during the normal
operation and servicing of this equipment.
– denotes immediate hazards which WILL result in
severe personal injury or death.
– denotes a hazard or unsafe practice which COULD
result in severe personal injury or death.
This manual uses two other words to highlight information:
A. IMPORTANT – calls attention to special mechanical
information.
B. NOTE – emphasizes general information worthy of
special attention.
The owner's responsibilities include, but are not limited to,
• making certain that the operators and mechanics read
and understand this manual and all decals before
operating this machine.
• making certain that before the operators and mechan-
ics are allowed to operate or maintain this machine,
they must be familiar with its safe operation, operator
controls, and decals.
• ensuring that the operators and mechanics know they
are responsible for their own safety as well as the
safety of other persons within the vicinity. Remember,
the operator is responsible for accidents or hazards
occurring to other people or their property.
Improper use, adjustment, or maintenance by the operator,
mechanic or owner can result in injury or death. Reduce the
potential for injuries by following these safety instructions.
Pay close attention to the safety alert symbol "" and the
instructions that follow it. Failure to comply with these
instructions may result in personal injury or death.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Incorrect usage of this equipment may result in severe injury
or death. Personnel operating and maintaining it should be
trained in its proper use. They should read this manual com-
pletely and thoroughly before attempting to set-up, operate,
adjust, or service this equipment.

Attachments and Accessories

 Only use accessories and attachments approved by
 Do not use approved attachments and accessories
 Attachments or accessories may affect the way the
 Non-approved attachments or accessories may dam-

Safe Operating Practices

This work vehicle is capable of causing serious injury or
death. Always follow all safety instructions to avoid serious
injury or death.
 Never allow persons to operate this vehicle without
 Never allow anyone to operate the vehicle who is
Safe Operation
 Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories
 Continually evaluate the environmental conditions
 Drive slowly. Always drive at a speed that is appropri-
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the manufacturer.
until you have read and understood the warnings
included with the attachment or accessory. Maintain
your attachment and accessory documentation with
this vehicle's manual.
vehicle handles.
age the vehicle, adversely affect it's performance and
could create unforeseen hazards which may lead to
severe personal injury or death
proper instruction and reading the operator's manual
or allow children under age 16 to operate or be a passen-
ger in the vehicle. Allow only responsible adults who
are familiar with these instructions to operate this
vehicle.
under the age of 16 or who has not obtained a valid
state-issued motor vehicle driver's license.
and attachments are needed to properly and safely
perform the job. Only use accessories and attach-
ments approved by the manufacturer.
• Attachments or accessories may affect the way
the vehicle handles. Practice driving in a con-
trolled area whenever a new attachment or
accessory is added to the vehicle.
• Do not modify the vehicle or use any unautho-
rized attachment or accessory.
while operating. Environmental
adversely affect the way the vehicle handles.
ate for your skills, your passenger's skills, and the
operating conditions. Avoid unexpected or aggressive
conditions can
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