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ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
■ Use extreme care when working close to fences,
ditches, other obstructions, or on hillsides.
■ Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
■ Do not stop, start, or change directions sudden-
ly on slopes.
■ Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on
slopes and rough terrain.
■ Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during
operation.
■ Stop power unit and equipment immediately
upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine,
remove key, inspect, and repair any damage be-
fore resuming operation.
MAINTENANCE
■ Before dismounting tractor or performing any
service or maintenance, lower attachment to
ground, turn off engine, set parking brake,
operate valve levers to release any hydraulic
pressure, and remove key.
■ Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing
to avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear
sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protec-
tive equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing,
and head; and respirator or filter mask where
appropriate.
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SAFETY RULES
■
Never go underneath equipment (lowered to the
ground or raised) unless it is properly blocked
and secured. Never place any part of the body
underneath equipment or between moveable
parts even when the engine has been turned off.
Hydraulic system leak down, hydraulic system
failures, mechanical failures, or movement of
control levers can cause equipment to drop or
rotate unexpectedly and cause severe injury or
death.
■ Make sure attachment is properly secured, ad-
justed, and in good operating condition.
■ Never perform service or maintenance with en-
gine running.
■ Keep all persons away from operator control
area while performing adjustments, service, or
maintenance.
■ Tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws to torque
chart specifications. Check that all cotter pins
are installed securely to ensure equipment is in
a safe condition before putting unit into service.
STORAGE
■ To help prevent injury caused by a falling imple-
ment, always detach on a hard level surface.
■ Block equipment securely for storage.
■ Keep children, bystanders, and animals away
from the equipment and the storage area.
■ Follow manual instructions for storage.
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