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SAFETY
SAFETY RULES
A
CAUTION:
Read these safety rules and follow
them closely. Failure to obey these rules could
result in loss of control of vehicle, severe per¬
sonal injury to yourself or bystanders, or damage to pro¬
perty or equipment. The triangle
^ in text signifies
important cautions or warnings which must be followed.
GENERAL
Read the Operator's Manual carefully.
Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equip¬
ment.
and remove the key before leaving the operator's position
for any reason, such as to unclog attachment chutes or to
make repairs or adjustments.
Stop tractor and attachments and inspect for damage after
striking a foreign object.
Repair any damage before re¬
starting and operating the equipment.
Watch out for traffic when crossing or operating near road¬
ways.
Operate only in daylight or in good artifical light.
Never make any adjustment while the engine is running.
Never allow children to operate the machine.
Do not
allow adults to operate it without proper instruction.
Do not carry passengers.
Use only attachments or accessories designed for your
machine.
See your dealer for a complete list of recom¬
mended attachments or accessories.
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly
small children, and pets.
Never direct discharge of material toward bystanders.
MAKE SURE:
a.
Tractor and attachments are in good operating condi¬
tions.
b.
All safety devices and shields are in place and in good
working condition, and
c.
All adjustments are correct.
PREPARATION
Handle gasoline with care - it is highly flammable.
a.
Use approved gasoline container.
b.
Never remove the fuel tank cap or add gasoline to a
running or hot engine, or fill the fuel tank indoors.
Wipe up spilled gasoline.
Do not run the engine indoors. Exhaust fumes are deadly.
Clear the work area of objects which might be picked up
and thrown by attachments.
Disengage all attachment clutches and shift into neutral
before attempting to start the engine.
Wear heavy footwear. Do not operate tractor when bare¬
foot or when wearing open sandals or canvas shoes.
OPERATION
Operate only up and down the face of slopes; never across
the face. Do not stop or start suddenly on slopes.
Reduce speed on slopes and in sharp turns to prevent tip¬
ping or loss of control.
Use extreme caution when
changing direction on slopes.
Be especially careful not to touch tractor or attachment
parts which might be hot from operation.
Allow such
parts to cool before attempting to maintain, adjust, or
service.
Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards.
Be extra careful when operating on wet or slippery surfaces.
If equipment begins to vibrate abnormally, disengage
power to attachments and stop engine at once. Inspect for
damage and correct before starting up tractor.
Use care when pulling loads or using heavy equipment.
a.
Use only drawbar hitch point.
b.
Limit loads to those you can safely control.
c.
Do not turn sharply. Use care when backing.
d.
Use weights when recommended in the tractor or
attachment Operator's Manual.
Disengage power to attachments when transporting or not
in use.
MAINTENANCE & STORAGE
Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equip¬
ment is in safe working condition.
Do not change the engine governor settings or overspeed
the engine.
To reduce fire hazard, keep the engine free of grass, leaves,
and excess grease.
Never store the equipment with gasoline in the tank inside
of building where fumes may reach an open flame or
spark. Allow the engine to cool before storing in any en¬
closure.
ALL WARNING, CAUTION, and instructional messages
on your tractors and mower should be carefully read and
obeyed.
Personal bodily injury can result when these
instructions are not followed. The information is for your
safety and it is important.
The safety messages on the
following page are on your tractor and mower.
Disengage power to attachment(s), stop tractor engine,
shift into neutral, set parking brake, lower the attachment.
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