CHAPTER 4 SAFETY

The above Safety Alert Symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! It stresses an attitude of "Heads Up for Safety" and can be found throughout this Operator's Manual and on the machine itself.

BEFORE YOU ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THIS EQUIPMENT, READ AND STUDY THE FOLLOWING SAFETY INFORMATION. IN ADDITION, MAKE SURE THAT EVERY INDIVIDUAL WHO OPERATES OR WORKS WITH THIS EQUIPMENT, WHETHER FAMILY MEMBER OR EMPLOYEE, IS FAMILIAR WITH THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.

Our Company ALWAYS takes the operator and his/her safety into consideration when designing its machinery and guards exposed moving parts for his/her protection. However, some areas can NOT be guarded or shielded in order to assure proper operation. In addition, this Operator's Manual and Decals, on the machine, warn of further danger and should be read and observed closely.

Danger

"DANGER" Indicates an Imminently hazardous situation which, If not avoided, will result In death or serious Injury. A WARNING

"WARNING" Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, If not avoided, could result In death or serious Injury. A CAUTION

Mandatory Safety Shutdown Procedure

BEFORE unclogging, cleaning, adjusting, lubricating or servicing the unit:

1. Disengage the tractor PTO.

2. Shut off the tractor engine, remove the starter key and take it with you.

3. Wait for all movement to stop.

4. Remove the Telescoping PTO Drive and ALL power connections from the tractor.

ONL Y when you have taken these precautions can you be sure it is safe to proceed. Failure to follow the above procedure, could lead to death or serious bodily injury.

Additional Safety Reminders

Some photographs, used in this manual, may show Doors, Guards and Shields open or removed for illustration purposes ONLY. BE SURE that all Doors, Guards and Shields are in their proper operating positions BEFORE starting the tractor engine to operate the unit.

ALWAYS wear safety glasses with side shields when striking metal against metal. It is further recommended that a softer (non-chipable) material be used to cushion the blow. Failure to heed could lead to serious injury to the eye(s) or other parts of the body.

On Spreaders equipped with Hydraulic Endgates, NEVER use your hands to search for hydraulic fluid leaks; use a piece of cardboard. CAREFULL Y inspect ALL Hydraulic Hoses and connections, on a routine basis; NEVER use your bare hand, escaping fluid under pressure can cause serious injury. If injured by escaping fluid, see a doctor at once. Injected fluid "CAUTION" Indicates a potentially hazardous MUST be surgically removed by a doctor familiar with situation which, If not avoided, may result In this type of injury or gangrene may result. minor or moderate Injury. May also alert against unsafe practices.