Safety Instructions/ Precautions - National 5600 Instruction Manual

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS/ PRECAUTIONS

Read and understand operators instruction manual and instructional video
before operating this equipment.
WARNING: Know and understand before operation. Failure to do so could cause damage to
equipment or bodily injury.
• Only qualified, trained personnel should operate this unit.
• Loose or damaged parts should be replaced immediately. Failure to do so could cause equipment
damage or serious injury.
• Switches and levers should be inspected. (Disconnect battery charger from wall outlet and machine
from batteries before repairs to prevent electrical shock). Do not use if defective. Power on/off switch
should return to off when lever is released.
• Power control box, motor and switches should be completely enclosed at all times with no
exposed wiring.
• Disconnect negative lead before servicing. Failure to do so can cause damage to electrical
system and/or electrical shock.
• Only use National components. Failure to do so could cause damage or serious injury.
• Always be aware of support personnel and their proximity when in operation. Block off work area.
• Support personnel should never stand next to machine, in front of or behind machine while machine is
running. Failure to do so could cause serious bodily injury or death.
• Manual should be kept with machine in supplied holder for access by operator at all times.
• Always wear eye protection when running machine.
• Never defeat switches or guards.
• Remove blade when machine is not in use and/or lower cutting head to floor. Failure to do so could
cause serious bodily injury.
• Wear gloves when changing blades. Always shut machine off when changing blades.
The 5600 Propane Ride-On should be inspected for damage and defects at least once during
every working shift. Starting and stopping procedures must be followed in accordance with the
Operating Instructions. Before starting the 5600 Propane Ride-On, be sure that no person is
likely to be endangered by the 5600 Propane Ride-On movement.
WARNING: Failure to follow any of the above instructions could cause damage to machine,
damage to property or serious bodily injury or death.
WARNING: DANGER-Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous carbon monoxide. Carbon
monoxide is odorless and colorless and can cause injury or death if inhaled. Do not use equipment
indoors without adequate ventilation. Refer to OSHA guidelines and regulations concerning maximum
levels of exposure to carbon monoxide gases and other hazards associated with using internal
combustion engines.
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