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Operator Safety
Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to
obey these rules could result in loss of control of the unit,
severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or
damage to property or equipment.
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cautions or warnings which must be followed.
California Proposition 65
WARNING
This product can expose you to chemicals including
gasoline engine exhaust, which is known to the State of
California to cause cancer and carbon monoxide, which
is known to the State of California to cause birth defects
or other reproductive harm. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
Operating Safely
Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of
lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and
manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for
safety.
Do not operate this machine unless you have been trained.
Reading and understanding this operator's manual is a way to
train yourself.
Keep both feet on the operator platform at all times. Power
equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misused, or
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not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember,
you are responsible for your safety and that of those around
you.
Use common sense, and think through what you are doing.
If you are not sure that the task you are about to perform can
be safely done with the equipment you have chosen, ask a
professional: contact your local authorized dealer.
Chemical Safety
WARNING
Any spreading materials used in this machine may be
hazardous if inhaled or if it makes contact with your skin.
Caustic liquid or chemical burns could occur if spreading
materials are not used properly.
• Read and follow all the instructions and warnings on
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) from manufacturer
for all spreading materials used.
• Become familiar with and follow all warnings,
recommendations, instructions and procedures for: first
aid measures, safe use, mixing, handling, applying, spills
clean-up, storage and disposal of all spreading materials
as listed on the manufacturer's label or MSDS of any
spreading materials.
• Wear all personal protective equipment as recommended
on the manufacturer's label or MSDS of any spreading
materials. Personal protective equipment may include
safety glasses or goggles and/or face shields, chemical
resistant gloves, rubber boots, and a respirator or air
purifying filter mask.
• Before working on this machine, clean the hopper
thoroughly according to the recommendations of the
chemical manufacturer (see MSDS and product labels).
• Obtain the proper training before using or handling any
spreading materials. Follow all local, state and federal
requirements for the handling and spreading of spreading
materials.
• Be sure to verify there is an adequate supply of clean
water and soap nearby and immediately wash off
any spreading materials that may contact you, as
recommended on the manufacturer's label or MSDS of
any spreading materials.
• Handle spreading materials in a well-ventilated area.
• Keep clean water available for immediate rinsing off
and clean-up of any spilled spreading materials, as
recommended on the manufacturer's label or MSDS of
any spreading materials.
• Never enter the hopper without the correct personal
protective equipment (PPE), as recommended on
the manufacturer's label or MSDS of any spreading
materials.
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