5
SAFETY INST UCTIONS
The WO KMAN was designed and tested to offer
safe service when operated and maintained
properly. Although hazard control and accident
prevention partially are dependent upon the design
and configuration of the machine, these factors are
also dependent upon the awareness, concern, and
proper training of the personnel involved in the
operation, maintenance and storage of the
machine. Improper use or maintenance of the
machine can result in injury or death.
This is a specialized utility vehicle designed for
off-road use only. Its ride and handling will have a
different feel than what drivers experience with
passenger cars or trucks. So take time to become
familiar with your WO KMAN.
Not all of the attachments that adapt to the
WO KMAN are covered in this manual. See the
specific Operator's Manual provided with
attachment for additional safety instructions. EAD
THESE MANUALS.
TO EDUCE THE POTENTIAL FO INJU Y O
DEATH, COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING SAFETY
INST UCTIONS.
SUPE VISO 'S ESPONSIBILITIES
1. Make sure operators are thoroughly trained and
familiar with the Operator's Manual and all labels on the
vehicle.
2. Be sure to establish your own special procedures
and work rules for unusual operating conditions (e.g.
slopes too steep for vehicle operation).
BEFO E OPE ATING
3. Operate the machine only after reading and
understanding the contents of this manual. A
replacement manual is available by sending complete
model and serial number to:
he oro Company
8111 Lyndale Avenue South
Bloomington, Minnesota 55420-1196.
4. Never allow children to operate the vehicle. Never
allow adults to operate it without proper instructions.
Only trained and authorized persons should operate
this vehicle. Make sure all operators are physically and
mentally capable of operating the vehicle. Anyone who
operates the vehicle should have a motor vehicle
license.
5. his vehicle is designed to carry only you, the
operator, and one passenger in the seat provided by
the manufacturer. Never carry any other passengers
on the vehicle.
6. Never operate the vehicle when under the
influence of drugs or alcohol.
7. Become familiar with the controls and know how to
stop the engine quickly.
8. Keep all shields, safety devices and decals in
place. If a shield, safety device or decal is
malfunctioning, illegible, or damaged, repair or replace
it before operating the machine.
9. Always wear substantial shoes. Do not operate
machine while wearing sandals, tennis shoes or
sneakers. Do not wear loose fitting clothing or jewelry
which could get caught in moving parts and cause
personal injury.
10. Wearing safety glasses, safety shoes, long pants
and a helmet is advisable and required by some local
safety and insurance regulations.
11. Keep everyone, especially children and pets, away
from the areas of operation.
12. Before operating the vehicle, always check all
parts of the vehicle and any attachments. If something
is wrong, stop using vehicle. Make sure problem is
corrected before vehicle or attachment is operated
again.
13. Since diesel fuel is highly flammable, handle it
carefully.
A. Use an approved fuel container.
B. Do not remove cap from fuel tank when engine
is hot or running.
C. Do not smoke while handling fuel.
D. Fill fuel tank outdoors and to about one inch
below top of tank (bottom of filler neck). Do not
overfill.
E. Wipe up any spilled fuel.
14. Check the safety interlock system daily for proper
operation; refer to page 25. If a switch should
malfunction, replace the switch before operating
machine. After every two years, replace the interlock
switches in the safety system, whether they are
working properly or not.
WHILE OPE ATING
15. Operator and passenger should remain seated
whenever the vehicle is in motion. Operator should
keep both hands on steering wheel, whenever
possible and passenger should use hand holds
provided. Keep arms and legs within the vehicle body
at all times. Never carry passengers in box or on
attachments. Remember your passenger may not be
expecting you to brake or turn and may not be ready.
16. Never overload your vehicle. Name plate (located
under dash on passenger side) shows load limits for
vehicle. Never overfill attachments or exceed the
vehicle maximum GVW.
