Operator Safety; California Proposition 65; Operating Safely; Chemical Safety - Ferris Voyager FS5250 Series Operator's Manual

Operator Safety

Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to
obey these rules could result in loss of control of the unit,
severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or
damage to property or equipment.
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cautions or warnings which must be followed.

California Proposition 65

WARNING
This product can expose you to chemicals including
gasoline engine exhaust, which is known to the State of
California to cause cancer and carbon monoxide, which
is known to the State of California to cause birth defects
or other reproductive harm. For more information go to
www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Operating Safely

Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of
lawn and garden equipment. Our products are designed and
manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for
safety.
Do not operate this machine unless you have been trained.
Reading and understanding this operator's manual is a way to
train yourself.
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Keep both feet on the operator platform at all times. Power
equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is misused, or
not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember,
you are responsible for your safety and that of those around
you.
Use common sense, and think through what you are doing.
If you are not sure that the task you are about to perform can
be safely done with the equipment you have chosen, ask a
professional: contact your local authorized dealer.

Chemical Safety

WARNING
Chemicals used in this machine such as herbicides and
pesticides may be hazardous to apply and produce gasses
that are hazardous if inhaled or if they contact to your skin.
Caustic liquid or chemical burns could occur if chemicals
are not used properly.
• Read and follow all the instructions and warnings on
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) from manufacturer
of all chemicals used.
• Become familiar with and follow all warnings,
recommendations, instructions, and procedures for: first
aid measures, safe use, mixing, handling, applying, spills,
clean-up, storage, and disposal of all chemicals as listed
on the manufacturer's label or MSDS of any herbicides,
pesticides, or other chemicals.
• Wear all personal protective equipment as recommended
on the manufacturer's label or MSDS of any herbicides,
pesticides, or other chemicals. Personal protective
equipment may include safety glasses or goggles and/or
face shields, chemical resistant gloves, rubber boots, and
a respirator or air purifying filter mask.
• Before working on this machine, be sure the valve system
and hopper has been thoroughly rinsed according to the
recommendations of the chemical manufacturer (see
MSDS and product labels).
• Obtain the proper training before using or handling
any chemicals. Follow all local, state, and federal
requirements for the handling and spreading of
chemicals.
• Be sure to verify there is an adequate supply of clean
water and soap nearby and immediately wash off any
chemicals that may contact you.
• Handle all chemicals in a well-ventilated area.
• Keep clean water available for immediate rinsing off and
clean-up of any spilled chemicals.
• Never enter the spray tank or hopper with your
unprotected hands, or place your mouth or face over
or into these openings. Chemicals and fumes may be
hazardous to your health.
• Reduce your speed and minimize the weight of your load
(in the hopper and volume in the tanks) when operating
on hills or rough terrain to avoid possible instability,
tipping, or rollover of the machine.
• Liquid in the tank and granular materials in the hopper
may shift during operation. This is most common while
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