EQU IPMENT SAFET Y GUIDE LINES
Safety of the operator and bystanders is one of the main concerns in designing and devel-
oping a tiller. However, every year accidents occur which could have been avoided by a
few seconds of thought and a more careful approach to handling equipment. You, the op-
erator, can avoid many accidents by observing the following precautions and insist those
working with you, or for you, follow them.
In order to provide a better view, certain photographs or illustrations in this manual may
show an assembly with a safety shield removed. However, equipment should never be op-
erated in this condition. Keep all shields in place. If shield removal becomes necessary for
repairs, replace the shield prior to use.
Replace any safety sign that is not readable or missing. Location of such safety signs are
indicated in this manual.
Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs that can hinder alertness or coordination while op-
erating this equipment. Consult your doctor about o perating this machine while taking pre-
scription medications.
Under no circ umstances should children under the age of 18 be allowed to work
with this equipment. Do not allow persons to operate or assemble this unit until
they have read this manual and have developed a thorough understanding of the
safety precautions and how it works. Review the safety instructions with all users annu-
ally.
This equipment is dangerous to children and persons unfamiliar with its operation. The op-
erator should be a responsible, p roperly trained and physically able person familiar with
farm machinery and trained in this equipment’s operations. If the elderly are assisting with
farm work, their physical limitations need to be recognized and accommodated.
Use a tractor equipped with a Roll Over Protective System and seat belts. (ROPS)
Never exceed the limits of a piece of machinery. If its ability to do a job, or to do so safely,
is in question- DON’T TRY IT.
Do not modify the equipment in any way. Unauthorized modification could result in serious
injury or death and may impair the function and life of the equipment.
In addition to the design and the confirmation of this implement, including safety signs and
safety equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the aware-
ness, concern, prudence, and proper training of personnel involved in the operation, trans-
port, maintenance, and storage of the machine. Refer also to safety messages and opera-
tion instruction in each of the appropriate sections of the tractor and tiller manuals. Pay
close attention to the safety signs affixed to the tractor and the tiller.
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