Safety Rules; General Safety - Norwood Kwik-Till HSD2500 Operator's Manual

Safety Rules

Read Entire Section Before Use.
Understand that your safety and the safety of other persons
is measured by how you service and operate this machine.
Know the positions and operations of all controls before you
try to operate. MAKE SURE YOU CHECK ALL CONTROLS
IN A SAFE AREA BEFORE STARTING YOUR WORK.
READ THIS MANUAL COMPLETELY AND MAKE SURE
YOU UNDERSTAND THE CONTROLS. All equipment has
a limit. Make sure you understand the stability and load
characteristics of this machine before you start to operate.
NOTE: Safety messages in this section point out specific
safety hazards which can be encountered during the normal
operation and maintenance of your machine. These safety
messages also give possible ways of dealing with these
conditions.
The safety information given in this manual does not replace
safety codes, insurance needs, federal, state and local laws.
Make sure your machine has the equipment required by the
local laws and regulations.
Owners must give operating instruc tions to operators or
employees before allowing them to operate the machine, and
at least annually thereafter per OSHA (Occupational Safety
and Health Administration) regulation 1928.57.
The most important safety device on this equipment is a SAFE
operator. It is the operator's responsibility to read and under-
stand ALL Safety and Operating instructions in the manual
and to follow them. All acci dents can be avoided.
A person who has not read and understood all operating and
safety instructions is not qualified to operate the machine.
An untrained operator exposes himself and bystanders to
possible serious injury or death.
Additional safety messages are used in the text of the manual
to indicate specific safety hazards. See your dealer for more
information if you have any questions.
Use caution when operating the machine on slopes. Raised
equipment, partially full or full conveyor belt and other loads
will change the center of gravity of the machine. The machine
can tip or roll over when near ditches and embankments or
uneven surfaces.
Travel speed must be such that complete control and machine
stability is maintained at all times. Reduce speed when
turning, crossing slopes and when on rough, slick or muddy
surfaces.
Never permit anyone to ride on any part of the machine.
Some illustrations in this manual will show shields or cover
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panels removed for purposes of clarity. DO NOT operate this
machine with any of the shields or cover panels removed.
Never operate the machine under the influence of alcohol,
drugs or while otherwise impaired.
Pay attention to overhead power lines and hanging obstacles.
High voltage lines may require significant clearance for safety.
Contact local authorities or utilities to obtain safe clearance
distances from high voltage power lines.

General Safety

Read and understand the Operator's Man-
ual and all safety decals before operating,
maintaining, adjusting or unplugging.
Have a first-aid kit available for use should
the need arise and know how to use it.
Only trained persons shall operate the ma-
chine. An untrained operator is not qualified
to operate the machine.
Provide a fire extinguisher for use in case of
an accident. Store in a highly visible place.
Do not allow children, spectators or by-
standers within hazard area of machine.
Keep clear of moving parts. Loose clothing,
jewelry, watches, long hair and other loose or
hanging items should be avoided as they can
become entangled in moving parts.
Wear personal protective equipment when appropriate.
DO NOT attempt to remove material from any part of the
machine while it is being operated or components are in
motion.
Make sure all guards and shields are in
good condition and properly installed before
operating the machine. Never operate the
machine with shields removed. Always close
access doors or panels before operating the
machine.
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