Understanding Safety Signs - MacDon R85 Operator's Manual

1.8 Understanding Safety Signs

MD #113482
General hazard pertaining
and servicing
CAUTION
To avoid injury or death from improper or unsafe
machine operation:
• Read the operator's manual and follow all safety
instructions. If you do not have a manual, obtain one
from your Dealer.
• Do not allow untrained persons to operate the machine.
• Review safety instructions with all Operators every year.
• Ensure that all safety signs are installed and legible.
• Make certain everyone is clear of machine before
starting engine and during operation.
• Keep riders off the machine.
• Keep all shields in place and stay clear of moving parts.
• Disengage header drive, put transmission in Neutral,
and wait for all movement to stop before leaving
operator's position.
• Stop the engine and remove the key before servicing,
adjusting, lubricating, cleaning, or unplugging machine.
• Engage safety props to prevent lowering of header or
reel before servicing in the raised position (refer to the
header operator's manual).
• Use slow moving vehicle emblem and flashing warning
lights when operating on roadways unless prohibited
by law.
MD #166466
High pressure oil hazard
WARNING
• Do not go near leaks.
• High pressure oil easily punctures skin causing serious
injury, gangrene, or death.
• If injured, seek emergency medical help. Immediate
surgery is required to remove oil.
• Do not use finger or skin to check for leaks.
• Lower load or relieve hydraulic pressure before
loosening fittings.
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SAFETY
to machine operation
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Figure 1.20: MD #113482
Figure 1.21: MD #166466
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