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General Information
Operator Manual
The photos, illustrations, and data used in this manual
were current at the time of printing, but due to possible
in-line production changes, your machine can vary slightly
in detail. The manufacturer reserves the right to redesign
and change the machine as necessary without
notification.
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WARNING: In some of the illustrations or
photos used in this manual, panels or
guards may have been removed for clarity.
Never operate the machine with any panels
or guards removed. If the removal of panels
or guards is necessary to make a repair,
they MUST be replaced before operation.
A Word to the Operator
FIG. 21: It is YOUR responsibility to read and
understand the Safety section in this book before
operating this machine. Remember that YOU are the key
to safety. Good safety practices not only protect you, but
also the people around you. Study the features in this
book and make them a working part of your safety
program. Keep in mind that this Safety section is written
only for this type of machine. Practice all other usual and
customary safe working precautions, and above all
REMEMBER - SAFETY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
YOU CAN PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
This Safety section is intended to point out some of the
basic safety situations that may be encountered during
the normal operation and maintenance of your machine,
and to suggest possible ways of dealing with these
situations. This section is NOT a replacement for other
safety practices featured in other sections of this book.
IMPORTANT: This
manual
practices for this machine. It must always be kept
with the machine.
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WARNING: An operator should not use
alcohol or drugs which can affect their
alertness or coordination. An operator on
prescription or 'over the counter' drugs
needs medical advice on whether or not
they can properly operate machines.
Prepare for Operation
Read this manual completely and make sure you
understand the controls. Know the positions and
operations of all controls before you operate this machine.
Check all controls in an area clear of people and
obstacles before starting your work.
All equipment has a limit. Make sure you understand the
speed, brakes, steering, stability, and load characteristics
of this machine before you start.
Make sure your machine has the correct equipment
needed by the local regulations.
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