SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
vehicle, with greater horsepower and less mobility), method and/or process be utilized to properly complete the job with the degree of efficiency and safety required. Contact the Customer Service Department for specific information regarding suitable job applications, job sites surface conditions and operator experience/skill/common sense recommendations for this Crack Saw BEFORE utilization. There is no charge for this service.
MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND STORAGE.
1)Use only genuine, approved replacement parts and accessories for maintenance and repair. Use of parts and accessories manufactured by others can result in property damage and/or personal injury.
2)Follow the Service instructions as outlined in the appropriate section of this manual.
3)Always stop the engine or electric motor and disconnect the spark plug wire or power source cable BEFORE checking or working on the Crack Saw.
4)Always properly maintain the Crack Saw. Frequently check all fasteners and individual parts. Built in safety features are effective only if they are maintained in good working condition. Replace any questionable part or assembly with a genuine, factory approved, replacement part. Do not forsake proper maintenance for the price of a few replacement parts. Proper maintenance does not cost...it actually pays dividends. Do not attempt any maintenance repair work not described in this manual. Have such work performed at your dealer's service facility.
5)A worn or damaged engine muffler is a fire hazard and may cause loss of hearing. Check to see that the muffler is in good condition. If the muffler is equipped with a spark arresting device, determine that it is in proper working condition at regular service intervals. Replace the spark arresting device with an approved replacement if there is any question of it integrity. It is the responsibility of the owner(s) and/or operator(s) to provide for and properly maintain a USDA approved, spark arresting muffler in an operating area specified by law. Check with appropriate governing agencies for more specific information. The Crack Saw must not be operated if the muffler is faulty or has been removed. Contact with a hot engine muffler can cause property damage and/or personal injury.
6)Do not operate the Crack Saw without the use of factory approved
Frequently inspect the guards for signs of wear, cracks and other signs of fatigue. If there is any question regarding the structural integrity and/or condition of the belt guard, properly dispose and replace with a genuine, factory approved, replacement part only.
7)Maintain all safety and operation decals in proper condition. If any decal becomes damaged and/or unreadable, replace with a genuine, factory approved, replacement part only.
8)The Crack Saw utilizes many self locking type hexagon head nuts to minimize the effects of vibration. Replace all self locking hardware with genuine, factory approved, replacement parts only.
9)Consult the material supplied by the engine or electric motor manufacturer for specific information
relative to proper | operational, lubrication and |
storage requirements. |
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