Woods 8000 Operator's Manual page 6

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
(Safety Rules continued from previous page)
 Before performing any service or maintenance,
lower equipment to ground or block securely, turn
off engine, remove key, and disconnect driveline
from tractor PTO.
 NEVER GO UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT. Never
place any part of the body underneath equipment
or between moveable parts even when the engine
has been turned off. Hydraulic system leak-down,
hydraulic system failures, mechanical failures, or
movement of control levers can cause equipment
to drop or rotate unexpectedly and cause severe
injury or death.
• Service work does not require going under-
neath implement.
• Read Operator's Manual for service instruc-
tions or have service performed by a qualified
dealer.
 Always stand clear of discharge area when
operating this machine. Keep face and body away
from feed and discharge openings.
 Keep hands and feet out of feed and discharge
openings while machine is operating to avoid seri-
ous personal injury. Turn off power and allow
machine to come to a complete stop before clear-
ing obstructions.
 Do not climb on machine when operating. Keep
proper balance and footing at all times.
 When feeding material into machine, do not
allow metal, rocks, bottles, cans, or any other for-
eign material to be fed into the machine.
 Make sure debris does not blow into traffic,
parked cars, or pedestrians.
 Do not allow processed material to build up in
the discharge area. This may prevent proper dis-
charge and can result in kickback of material
through the feed opening.
 Shut off machine immediately if it becomes
clogged, the cutting mechanism strikes any foreign
object, or the machine starts vibrating or making
an unusual noise. Shut off power source and make
sure all moving parts have come to a complete
stop. After machine stops:
• Inspect for damage.
• Replace or repair any damaged parts.
• Check for and tighten any loose parts.
6 Safety
SAFETY RULES
TRANSPORTATION
 Reduce transport speed to avoid bouncing and
brief loss of steering control.
 Always comply with all state and local lighting
and marking requirements.
 Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.
 Do not operate PTO during transport.
 Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
 Do not operate or transport equipment while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
MAINTENANCE
 Service and maintenance work not covered in
OWNER SERVICE must be done by a qualified
dealership. Special skills, tools, and safety proce-
dures may be required. Failure to follow these
instructions can result in serious injury or death.
 Before performing any service or maintenance,
lower equipment to ground or block securely, turn
off engine, remove key, and disconnect driveline
from tractor PTO.
 Do not modify or alter or permit anyone else to
modify or alter the equipment or any of its compo-
nents in any way.
 Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing
to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear
sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective
equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head;
and respirator or filter mask where appropriate.
 Do not allow bystanders in the area when oper-
ating, attaching, removing, assembling, or servic-
ing equipment.
 Make sure attachment is properly secured,
adjusted, and in good operating condition.
 Never perform service or maintenance with
engine running.
 Keep all persons away from operator control
area while performing adjustments, service, or
maintenance.
 Tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws to torque
chart specifications. Check that all cotter pins are
installed securely to ensure equipment is in a safe
condition before putting unit into service.
 Make sure shields and guards are properly
installed and in good condition. Replace if damaged.
TCH4500 Safety Rules (2/14/2012)