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Warning signals a hazard that may cause serious injury or
death if you do not follow the recommended precautions.
Caution signals a hazard that may cause minor or moderate
injury if you do not follow the recommended precautions.
This manual uses two other words to highlight information.
Important
calls attention to special mechanical
information and Note: emphasizes general information
worthy of special attention.
Safety
Improper use or maintenance by the operator or owner
can result in injury. To reduce the potential for injury,
comply with these safety instructions and always pay
attention to the safety alert
CAUTION, WARNING, or DANGER—"personal
safety instruction." Failure to comply with the
instruction may result in personal injury or death.
Supervisors, operators, and service persons should be
familiar with the following standards and publications:
(The material may be obtained from the address shown).
SAE J2258 Light Utility Vehicle
SAE International
400 Commonwealth Drive
Warrendale, PA 15096–0001 U.S.A.
Safe Operating Practices
Warning
The Workman is an off-highway vehicle only and
is not designed, equipped, or manufactured for use
on public streets, roads, or highways.
Supervisor's Responsibilities
• Make sure that operators are thoroughly trained and
familiar with the Operator's Manual and all labels on
the vehicle.
• Establish your own special procedures and work rules
for unusual operating conditions (e.g. slopes too steep
for vehicle operation).
Note: This vehicle has a supervisor speed limit switch to
allow you to limit the maximum speed that the operator can
drive the vehicle. Refer to Supervisor Speed Limit Switch,
page 14.
Before Operating
• Operate the vehicle only after reading and
understanding the contents of this manual.
symbol, which means
• Never allow children to operate the vehicle. Anyone
who operates the vehicle should have a motor vehicle
license.
• Never allow other adults to operate the vehicle without
first reading and understanding the Operator's Manual.
Only trained and authorized persons should operate this
vehicle. Make sure that all operators are physically and
mentally capable of operating the vehicle.
• This vehicle is designed to carry only you, the operator,
and one passenger in the seat provided by the
manufacturer. Never carry any other passengers on the
vehicle.
• Never operate the vehicle when under the influence of
drugs or alcohol. Even prescription drugs and cold
medicines can cause drowsiness.
• Do not drive the vehicle when you are tired. Be sure to
take occasional breaks. It is very important that you stay
alert at all times.
• Become familiar with the controls and know how to
stop the vehicle quickly.
• Keep all shields, safety devices, and decals in place. If a
shield, safety device, or decal is malfunctioning,
illegible, or damaged, repair or replace it before
operating the vehicle.
• Always wear substantial shoes. Do not operate the
vehicle while wearing sandals, tennis shoes, or
sneakers. Do not wear loose fitting clothing or jewelry
which could get caught in moving parts and cause
personal injury.
• Wearing safety glasses, safety shoes, long pants, and a
helmet is advisable and required by some local safety
and insurance regulations.
• Avoid driving when it is dark, especially in unfamiliar
areas. If you must drive when it is dark, be sure to drive
cautiously and use the headlights.
• Be extremely careful when operating around people.
Always be aware of where bystanders might be.
• Before operating the vehicle, always check the
designated areas of the vehicle that are stated in the
Pre-operating section of this manual. If something is
wrong, do not use the vehicle. Make sure that the
problem is corrected before operating the vehicle or
attachment.
While Operating
• The operator and passenger should remain seated
whenever the vehicle is in motion. The operator should
keep both hands on the steering wheel whenever
possible, and the passenger should use the hand holds
provided. Keep your arms and legs within the vehicle
body at all times.
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