GENERAL SAFETY
CAUTION
The
following
are
precautions
that
should
operating procedure for all types of machinery.
Protect yourself.
•
•
When assembling, operating and servicing
machinery, wear all the protective clothing
and personal safety devices that COULD be
necessary for the job at hand.
chances.
You may need:
•
o
a hard hat.
protective shoes with slip resistant soles.
o
protective glasses or goggles.
o
o
heavy gloves.
wet weather gear.
o
respirator or filter mask.
o
o
hearing
protection.
prolonged exposure to loud noise can
cause impairment or loss of hearing.
Wearing a suitable hearing protective
device such as ear muffs (A) or ear plugs
(B) protects against objectionable or loud
noises.
A
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farm
safety
be
part
of
your
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Be
aware
that
B
Provide a first-aid kit for use in case of
•
emergencies.
Keep a fire extinguisher on the machine. Be
•
sure the extinguisher is properly maintained
and be familiar with its proper use.
Keep young children away from machinery at
•
all times.
Be aware that accidents often happen when
•
the operator is tired or in a hurry to get
finished. Take the time to consider the safest
way. Never ignore warning signs of fatigue.
Wear close-fitting clothing
•
and cover long hair. Never
wear dangling items such as
scarves or bracelets.
Keep hands, feet, clothing
•
and hair away from moving
parts. Never attempt to clear
obstructions or objects from
a machine while the engine
is running.
Keep all shields in place. Never alter or
•
remove
safety
driveline guards can rotate independently of
the shaft and can telescope freely.
Use only service and repair parts made or
•
approved by the equipment manufacturer.
Substituted parts may not meet strength,
design, or safety requirements.
Do not modify the machine. Unauthorized
•
modifications may impair the function and/or
safety and affect machine life.
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equipment.
Make
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Model Year - 2009
sure