Land Pride RTR0550 manual Table of Contents, Important Safety Information, Prepare for Emergencies

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Prepare for Emergencies

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Important Safety Information

Table of Contents

These are common practices that may or may not be applicable to the products described in this manual.

Prepare for Emergencies

Be prepared if a fire starts.

Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.

Keep emergency numbers for doctor, ambulance, hospital and fire department near phone.

911

Wear

Protective Equipment

Protective clothing and equipment should be worn.

Wear clothing and equipment appropriate for the job. Avoid loose fitting clothing.

Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause hearing impairment or hearing loss. Wear suitable hearing protection such as earmuffs or earplugs.

Operating equipment safely requires the full attention of the operator. Avoid wearing radio headphones while operating machinery.

Avoid High

Pressure Fluids Hazard

Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury.

Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines or performing work on the system.

Make sure all hydraulic fluid connections are tight and all hydraulic hoses and lines are in good condition before applying pressure to the system.

Use a piece of paper or cardboard, NOT BODY PARTS, to check for suspected leaks.

Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic systems.

If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. Any fluid injected into the skin must be treated within a few hours or gangrene may result.

8/27/08

RTR0542 and RTR0550 Rotary Tillers 311-464M

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Land Pride RTR0550 Table of Contents, Important Safety Information, Prepare for Emergencies, Wear Protective Equipment