Safety Precautions - Stanley PR41 Service Manual

• Operator must start in a work area without bystanders. The operator must be familiar with all prohibited work areas
such as excessive slopes and dangerous terrain conditions.
• Establish a training program for all operators to ensure safe operation.
• Do not operate the tool unless thoroughly trained or under the supervision of an instructor.
• Always wear safety equipment such as goggles, ear and head protection, and safety shoes at all times when operating
the tool.
• Do not inspect or clean the tool while the hydraulic power source is connected. Accidental engagement of the tool can
cause serious injury.
• Always connect hoses to the tool hose couplers before energizing the hydraulic power source. Be sure all hose con-
nections are tight.
• Do not operate the tool at oil temperatures above 140°F/60°C. Operation at higher temperatures can cause higher
than normal temperatures at the tool which can result in operator discomfort.
• Do not operate a damaged, improperly adjusted, or incompletely assembled tool.
• Do not inspect, clean or replace the pruner blade while the hydraulic power source is connected.
• Never wear loose clothing that can get entangled in the working parts of the tool.
• Keep all parts of your body away from the pruner blade.
• Do not overreach. Maintain proper footing and balance at all times.
• Keep the pruner blade off all surfaces when starting the tool.
• If used near energized electric lines, maintain working distances according to OSHA guidelines for working near ener-
gized lines (ref. Section 1926.950). Failure to comply with this warning could result in serious personal injury.
• To avoid personal injury or equipment damage, all tool repair, maintenance and service must only be performed by
authorized and properly trained personnel.
• Never cock, jam or wedge the blade during operation.
• Eye injury, and cutting or severing of body parts is possible if proper procedures are not followed.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Tool operators and maintenance personnel must always comply with the safety
precautions given in this manual and on the stickers and tags attached to the tool
and hose.
These safety precautions are given for your safety. Review them carefully before
operating the tool and before performing general maintenance or repairs.
Supervising personnel should develop additional precautions relating to the specifi c
work area and local safety regulations. If so, place the added precautions in the
space provided in this manual.
The models PR41 Hydraulic Pruner will provide safe and dependable service if
operated in accordance with the instructions given in this manual. Read and un-
derstand this manual and any stickers and tags attached to the pruner and hoses
before operation. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment dam-
age.
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