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Introduction
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SAFEPRACTICES
1. It is your responsibility to read this manual and all publications associated with this machine.
2. Neverallowanyone to operateorservice themachineor its optionalequipmentwithout propertrainingand
instructions.Neverallow minors tooperateany equipment.
3. Learntheproper use of themachine,the location and purposeofall the controls andgaugesbeforeyou
operatetheequipment.Working with unfamiliarequipmentcan lead to accidents.
4. Wear all the necessary protective clothing and personal safety devises to protect your head, eyes, ears,
hands and feet. Operate the machine only in daylight or in good artificial light.
5. Inspect the area where the equipment will be used. Pick up all debris you can find before operating.
Bewareofoverhead obstructionsandunderground obstacles.Stay alertforhidden hazards.
6. Neveroperateequipment that isnotinperfect working orderorwithoutdecals, guards, shields,orother
protectivedevicesin place.
7. Never disconnect or bypass any switch.
8. Carbonmonoxidein the exhaustfumescan befatalwhen inhaled, neveroperatea machinewithoutproper
ventilation.
9. Fuel is highly flammable, handle with care.
10. Keep engine clean.Allow the enginetocoolbefore storing and alwaysremovetheignition key.
11. Disengageall drivesandsetpark brakebeforestartingthe engine.
12. Never use your handstosearchfor oil leaks. Hydraulicfluidunderpressure can penetrate theskinand
cause serious injury.
13. This machine demandsyourattention.Topreventlossof control ortippingof the vehicle:
A. Use extra caution in backing up the vehicle. Ensure area is clear.
B. Do not stop or start suddenly on any slope.
C. Reduce speed on slopes and in sharp turns. Use caution when changing directions on slopes.
D. Stay alert for holes in the terrain and other hidden hazards.
14. Beforeleavingoperator’sposition:
A. Disengageall drives.
B. Set park brake.
C. Shut engineoffandremovethe ignitionkey.
D. If engine has to run to perform any maintenance keep hands, feet, clothing and all other parts of body
awayfrommovingparts.
15. Keep hands, feetandclothingaway from movingparts.Waitfor all movementtostopbefore you clean,
adjustorservicethe machine.
16. Keep the areaofoperationclear of allbystanders.
17. Nevercarrypassengers.
18. Stopenginebeforemaking repairs/adjustmentsor checking/adding oiltothecrankcase.
19. Use parts and materials supplied by only. Do not modify any function or part.
20. Use caution when booms are down as they extend out beyond the center line of the machine.
21. The tank is a confined space, take precaution.
These machines are intended for professional maintenance on golf courses, sports turf, and any other
area maintained turf and related trails, paths and lots. No guaranty as to the suitability for any task is
expressed or implied.
