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.

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

Danger

The word DANGER, WARNING or CAUTION, used herein and on the machine itself, signals three degrees of hazard, as follows. A

"DANGER" Indicates an Imminently hazard· ous situation which, If not avoided, will result In death or serious Injury.

Awarning

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

A Caution

"CAUTION" Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, If not avoided, may result In minor or moderate Injury. May also alert against unsafe practices.

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.

ALWAYS follow state and local regulations regarding use of a safety chain and auxiliary lighting when towing farm equipment on public highways BE SURE to check with local law enforcement agencies for your own particular regulations.

Only a safety chain (NOT an elastic or nylon/plastic tow strap) should be used to retain the connection between the towing and towed machine(s), in the event of separation of the primary attaching system.

Good safety practice dictates that you NEVER tow an implement (without brakes), unless towing vehicle weighs at least one-and-one half (1-1/2) times the weight of the towed implement and its load. For any public highway travel and to be in compliance with this rule, BE SURE that