Honda H6522 Owner's Manual page 8

TRACTOR SAFETY INFORMATION
Your Honda Compact Tractor has the power to do an extraordinary
amount of work. In the hands of an operator without sufficient skill or
knowledge, it has the power to damage property and injure people. It is
your responsibility to ensure that any person operating your equipment is
aware of safe operating practices and knowledgeable with the contents of
this and other related manuals. Regardless of past experience, every
operator of your H6522 should read this section carefully before operating
the tractor or any equipment attached to it.
1. Before operating the tractor
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Know your equipment and its limitations. Read this entire manual
before attempting to start and operate the tractor.
Pay special attention to the warning and caution labels on the tractor
itself.
We recommend the use of a Roll Over Protective Structures (ROPS)
and seat belt in almost all applications. This combination will reduce
the risk of serious injury or death should the tractor turn over.
If the ROPS is loosened or removed for any reason, make sure that all
parts are reinstalled correctly before operating the tractor. Never
modify or repair a ROPS because welding, bending, drilling, grinding,
or cutting any portion may weaken the structure.
A damaged ROPS structure must be replaced, not repaired or revised.
If any structural member of the ROPS is damaged, replace the entire
structure at your local Honda compact tractor dealer.
Install the HIGH-ROPS when the back hoe is used with the tractor as
it meets the safety standards established for the back hoe.
Always use the seat belt if the tractor has a ROPS. Do not use it if
there is no ROPS. Check the seat belt daily and replace if frayed or
damaged.
Do not operate tractor or any implement attached to it while fatigued
or under the influence of alcohol, medication, or other substances.
Carefully check the area before operating tractor or any implement at-
tached to it. Check for clearance to all sides and overhead. Do not
allow bystanders around or near tractor during operation.
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