Safety Instructions
Pay particular attention to any information labeled
DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, IMPORTANT, and NOTE in this manual.
When you see the Safety Alert Symbol ( 
), read, understand, and follow the instructions. Failure to comply with safety instructions may result in personal injury.
The seriousness or degree of importance of each type of information is defined as follows:
DANGER
An IMMEDIATE hazard that WILL result in severe personal injury or DEATH, if warning is ignored and proper safety precautions are not taken.
WARNING
A POTENTIAL hazard that COULD result in severe personal injury or DEATH, if warning is ignored and proper safety precautions are not taken.
CAUTION
Possible hazards or unsafe practices that MAY result in MODERATE personal injury or property damage, or machine damage, if warning is ignored and proper safety precautions are not taken.
IMPORTANT: Identifies mechanical information demanding special attention, since it deals with the possibility of damaging a part or parts of the machine.
NOTE: Identifies information worthy of special attention.
Walker Manufacturing cannot predict every potentially dangerous situation. Therefore, items labeled as such in this manual do not cover all conceivable situations. Any person using procedures, tools, or control techniques not recommended by Walker Manufacturing must take full responsibility for safety.
The PERFAERATOR™ has been designed with many safety features to protect the operator from personal harm or injury. However, it is necessary for the operator to use safe operating procedures at all times. Failure to follow safety instructions contained in this manual may result in personal injury or damage to equipment or property.
If you have any questions concerning setup, op- eration, maintenance, or safety, please contact your authorized Walker Mower Dealer or call Walker Manufacturing Company at (970) 221- 5614.
BEFORE OPERATING
1.Read and understand the contents of this OWNER’S MANUAL before operating the machine. Become thoroughly familiar with all controls and how to stop the machine and dis- engage the controls quickly. Replacement Owner's Manuals are available by sending the Model and Serial Number to:
Walker Manufacturing Company
5925 East Harmony Road
Fort Collins, CO 80528
2.Never allow children to operate or give rides on the machine. Do not allow adults to oper- ate without proper instruction.
3.Do not allow anyone other than the operator on the machine.
4.Keep everyone, especially children and pets, a safe distance away from the area being aerated.
Do not operate with bystanders in the area.
5.Do not operate the machine wearing sneakers, tennis shoes, or similar lightweight footwear.
Wear substantial protective footwear that will improve footing on slippery surfaces.
6.Ground cover or leaves can sometimes hide ob- jects that might cause damage to the aerator. Clear the area of objects and mark all sprinkler heads and/or utility box covers.
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