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ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Safety is a primary concern in the design and man-
ufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our efforts
to provide safe equipment can be wiped out by an
operator's single careless act.
In addition to the design and configuration of
equipment, hazard control and accident preven-
tion are dependent upon the awareness, concern,
judgement, and proper training of personnel in-
volved in the operation, transport, maintenance
and storage of equipment.
It has been said "The best safety device is an in-
formed, careful operator." We ask you to be that
kind of operator.
TRAINING
■ Safety instructions are important! Read all at-
tachment and power unit manuals; follow
all safety rules and safety decal information.
(Replacement manuals and safety decals are
available from your dealer. To locate your
nearest dealer, check the Dealer Locator at
www.WoodsEquipment.com, or in the United
States and Canada call 1-800-319-6637.) Failure
to follow instructions or safety rules can result in
serious injury or death.
■ If you do not understand any part of this manual
and need assistance, see your dealer.
■ Know your controls and how to stop engine and
attachment quickly in an emergency.
■ Operators must be responsible, trained, familiar
with the instructions and be physically capa-
ble of the safe operation of the equipment, its
attachments, and all controls. Do not allow any-
one to operate this equipment without proper
instructions.
■ Never allow children or untrained persons to op-
erate equipment.
PREPARATION
■ Check that all hardware is properly installed.
Always tighten to torque chart specifications
unless instructed otherwise in this manual.
■ Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing
to avoid entanglement in moving parts. Wear
sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protective
equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and
head.
■ Make sure attachment is properly secured, ad-
justed, and in good operating condition.
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SAFETY RULES
■ Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or
ROPS cab and seat belt. Keep seat belt secure-
ly fastened. Falling off power unit can result in
death from being run over or crushed. Keep
foldable ROPS systems in "locked up" position
at all times.
■ Remove accumulated debris from this equip-
ment, power unit, and engine to avoid fire
hazard.
■ Due to the mass of the (mounted) machine it-
self and loaded materials, the tractor machine
combination can influence maneuverability and
stability. A mini mum 20% of tractor and equip-
ment weight must be on the tractor front wheels
when attachments are in transport position.
Without this weight, front tractor wheels could
raise up resulting in loss of steering. Without
this weight, tractor could tip over, causing
personal injury or death. The weight may be at-
tained with front wheel weights, ballast in tires,
front tractor weights or front loader. Weigh the
tractor and equipment. DO NOT ESTIMATE.
■ Make sure shields and guards are proper-
ly installed and in good condition. Replace if
damaged.
■ Make sure all safety decals are installed.
Replace if damaged. (See Safety Decals section
for location.)
■ Inspect and clear area of stones, branches, or
other hard objects that might be thrown, caus-
ing injury or damage.
OPERATION
■ Do not operate or transport equipment while
under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
■ Always comply with all state and local lighting
and marking requirements.
■ Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
■ Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from
equipment while engine is running. Stay clear of
all moving parts.
■ Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or
ROPS cab and seat belt. Keep seat belt secure-
ly fastened. Falling off power unit can result in
death from being run over or crushed. Keep
foldable ROPS system in "locked up" position
at all times.
■ Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.
■ Always sit in power unit seat when operating
controls or starting engine. Securely fasten
seat belt, place transmission in neutral, engage
brake, and ensure all other controls are disen-
gaged before starting power unit engine.
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