Ii Introduction - Woods RM550 Operator's Manual

TO THE DEALER:
Assembly and proper installation of this product is the responsibility of the WOODS dealer. Read manual instructions
and safety rules. Make sure all items on the Dealer's Pre-Delivery and Delivery Check Lists in the Operator's Manual
are completed before releasing equipment to the owner.
The dealer must complete the Warranty Registration included in this manual. Both dealer and customer must sign the
registration which certifies that all Dealer Check List items have been completed. The dealer is to return the prepaid
postage portion to WOODS, give one copy to the customer, and retain one copy. Note: Warranty credit is subject to
this form being completed and returned.
TO THE OWNER:
Read this manual before operating your WOODS equipment. The information presented will prepare you to do a better
and safer job. Keep this manual handy for ready reference. Require all operators to read this manual carefully and
become acquainted with all the adjustment and operating procedures before attempting to operate. Replacement
manuals can be obtained from your dealer or, in the United States and Canada, by calling 1-800-319-6637.
The equipment you have purchased has been carefully engineered and manufactured to provide dependable and
satisfactory use. Like all mechanical products, it will require cleaning and upkeep. Lubricate the unit as specified.
Observe all safety information in this manual and safety decals on the equipment.
For service, your authorized WOODS dealer has trained mechanics, genuine WOODS service parts, and the
necessary tools and equipment to handle all your needs.
Use only genuine WOODS service parts. Substitute parts will void the warranty and may not meet standards required
for safe and satisfactory operation. Record the model number and serial number of your equipment in the spaces
provided:
Model:
_______________________________
Serial Number:
(see Safety Decal section for location) ____________________________________
Provide this information to your dealer to obtain correct repair parts.
Throughout this manual, the term IMPORTANT is used to indicate that failure to observe can cause damage to
equipment. The terms CAUTION, WARNING and DANGER are used in conjunction with the Safety-Alert Symbol, (a
triangle with an exclamation mark), to indicate the degree of hazard for items of personal safety.

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This Safety-Alert Symbol indicates a hazard and means
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury, and includes hazards that are
exposed when guards are removed.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may
result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates that failure to observe can cause damage to equipment.
NOTE
Indicates helpful information.
Date of Purchase:
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(Rev. 11/6/2002)