Safety Symbols - MTD 550 Series Operator's Manual

Safety Symbols
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the
machine before attempting to assemble and operate.
READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S)
Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to
assemble and operate
WARNING-- CRUSHING HAZARD
Keep hands away from wedge, end plate, partly split wood and moving parts.
BYSTAN DARDS
Keep bystanders, helpers and children at least 10 feet away.
SINGLE OPERATOR
Only one person should operate the machine at a time. The adult who loads and holds log
must be the one who operates control handle.
WARNING-- PRESSURIZED FLUID
Never check for hose leaks with your hands. High pressure fluid can escape through a pin hole
leak and cause serious injury by puncturing the skin and causing blood poisoning.
EYE PROTECTION
Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles when operating this machine.
WARNING-- MOVING WEDGE
Keep hands away from wedge and moving parts.
WARNING: Your Responsibility--Restrict the use of this power machine to persons who read, understand and
follow the warnings and instructions in this manual and on the machine.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
6 I SECTION 2 -- IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES