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BARRETO HYDRAULIC TRENCHER
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• READ SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE
OPERATING!
• Do not leave trencher unattended with the engine running.
• No parking brake. Always leave trencher parked on a level surface.
• The SAFETY CLUTCH lever on the left handlebar is for operator
protection. DO NOT TAPE DOWN OR OTHERWISE BY-PASS THIS
CLUTCH.
• Objects may become airborne while operating trencher. Wear safety
goggles and hard hat while operating or observing!
• Digging chain, auger and other moving parts can cut off arms, legs, or
fingers. STAY CLEAR!
• Buried cables or gas lines can cause serious injury or death. Contact local
agencies for location.
• Exhaust and fuel fumes can cause illness or death. Operate outdoors and
avoid breathing exhaust and fumes.
• Fuel fumes can catch fire or explode. Do not smoke or operate near flames
or sparks.
• Hydraulic oil is under extreme pressure and can get under skin and burn or
poison. Check for leaks with cardboard.
• Muffler and engine get hot enough to cause serious burns. Do not touch
until cool.