Simplicity 1692244, 1692243 manual Safety Rules, Safe Operation Practices and Precautions

SAFETY RULES

Safe Operation Practices and Precautions

Product knowledge and careful operation is the best way to prevent accidents. Read this section carefully before operating attachment system. All operators, no matter how much experience they may have, should read this and other related manuals before operating attachment system. It is the owner’s legal obligation to instruct all operators in safe operation.

1.Know the controls and how to stop quickly. READ THIS OPERATORS MANUAL and instructions furnished with your tractor..

2.Know your equipment and its limitations.

3.Never allow children to operate equipment. Never allow adults to operate equipment without proper instruction.

4.Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children, and pets.

5.Become familiar with all controls of equipment and how to stop tractor/engine quickly.

6.Pay special attention to, and observe all warning, caution and danger labels on attachmentsystem.

7.Do not allow passengers on tractor or attachment system at any time.

8.Driver should never leave operator’s seat while equipment is running.

9.Remove objects (sticks, stones and any other debris) from area of operation that may be picked up and thrown.

IO. Operate equipment only during daylight or with adequate artificial light.

il. Wear long pants and safe, sturdy shoes. Do not wear loose fitting clothing that could get caught in moving parts.

12.Always wear eye protection (safety glasses, fSCS shield, safety goggles, etc.) to protect from any flying objects and ear protection (ear muffs, ear plug, etc.) to protect from excessive noise.

13.Only operate equipment when fully alert. Therefore, never operate equipment while fatigued, under the influence of alcohol, medication or other substances.

14.Know how to stop engine. Be prepared for an emer- gency situation.

15.Avoid high pressure fluids. Escaping fluid under pressure can cause serious injury.

16.Never attempt to make adjustment or repair of any kind while the tractor and/or attachments are in motion. Shut off engine, remove key and allow all motion to stop.

17.Open doors if tractor engine is run in garage or shed -exhaust fumes are dangerous.

18.Follow the maintenance recommendations for Safe operation. See “Maintenance” section.

19.Disengage all attachment clutches and shift into neutral before attempting to start the engine.

20.Disengage power to attachments and stop the engine before leaving the operator’s position.

21.Disengage power to attachments when transporting or not in use.

22.Take all possible precautions when leaving the vehicle unattended, such as disengaging the power take-off, lowering the attachments, setting the parking brake, stopping the engine, and removing the key.

23.Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill or downhill. Operate equipment up and down the face of steep slopes; never across the face.

24.Reduce speed and exercise extreme caution on slopes and in sharp turns to prevent tipping or loss of control. Be especially cautious when changing direction on slopes.

25.Stay alert for holes, rocks and roots in the terrain and other hidden hazards. Keep away from drop-offs.

26.Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.

27.When using any attachments, never direct discharge of material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near the vehicle while in operation.

28.Keep the vehicle and attachments in good operating condition, and keep safety devices in place and in working condition.

29.Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

30.The tractor and attachments should be stopped and inspected for damage after striking a foreign object, and the damage should be repaired before restarting and operating the equipment.

Safe Operation of Snowthrower

1.Inspect snowthrower carefully for loose or worn parts before operating.

2.Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects.

3.Disengage PTO and shift into neutral before starting the engine (motor).

4.Do not operate the equipment without wearing adequate winter outer garments. Wear footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces.

5.Before dismounting the tractor:

a.Disengage power takeoff (PTO).

b.Shut off engine.

c.Allow all moving parts to stop.

d.Set parking brake.

e.Remove key.

6.Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.

a.Use an approved fuel container.

b.Never add fuel to a running or hot engine.

c.Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill fuel tank indoors.

d.Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe up spilled fuel.

7.Adjust the snowthrower housing height to clear gravel or crushed rock surface.

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