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MAINTENANCE SAFETY
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n Always perform maintenance with the machine
parked on a hard level surface; with the engine
stopped and the PTO disengaged; with the park
brake set; and with the key removed from the
ignition.
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Always remove the grounded (-) clamp from
the battery when performing maintenance on the
engine, clutch, or any other electrical system.
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Never work under the machine without jack
stands or other equivalent safety blocks. Do
NOT rely solely on mechanical or hydraulic
jacks or lifts for support. Always use ad-
equate wheel chocks on tires remaining on
the ground.
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n Hydraulic hoses can fail due to physical dam-
age, kinks, age, and exposure. Check hoses
regularly. Replace damaged hoses.
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n Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate
the skin causing serious injury. Avoid the
hazard by relieving pressure before discon-
necting hydraulic or other lines. Tighten all
connections before applying pressure. If an
accident occurs, see a doctor immediately.
Any fluid injected into the skin must be surgi-
cally removed within a few hours or gangrene
may result.
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n Search for leaks with a piece of cardboard.
Protect hands and body from high pressure
fluids.
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n If it is necessary to run an engine in an en-
closed area, remove the exhaust fumes from
the area with an exhaust pipe extension. If an
exhaust pipe extension is not available, work
near open doors and get outside air into the
area.
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n Waste products such as used oil, fuel, cool-
ant, and batteries can harm the environment
and people. Dispose of waste products
properly.
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n Never attempt to disconnect or alter any part
of the safety interlock systems.
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n Keep engine free of grass, leaves, or excess
grease to reduce fire hazard and minimize en-
gine overheating.
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n Do not change engine governor settings.
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n Keep tractor and attachments in good oper-
ating condition and all safety devices in place.
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Periodically tighten all bolts, nuts and screws.
Check that all cotter pins are properly in-
stalled to ensure equipment is in a safe
condition.
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n Check brake operation frequently. Adjust
and service as required.
STORING SAFELY
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Never store equipment with gasoline in the
tank inside a building where fumes may reach
an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a fur-
nace, water heater, clothes dryer, or other
gas appliance. Allow engine to cool before
storing in an enclosure.
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n If engine is to be unused for 30 days or more,
add a fuel stabilizer to the fuel system. Fuel
stabilizer (such as STA
.
BIL
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) is an accept-
able additive in minimizing the formation of
fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabi-
lizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage
container. Always follow mix ratio found on
stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10
minutes after adding stabilizer to allow it to
reach the carburetor.
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n If draining fuel tank, drain fuel into an ap-
proved container outdoors and away from
open flame.
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n Always provide adequate ventilation when
running engine indoors. Exhaust gases contain
carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly
poison.
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n Remove attachments from tractor. Remove
all accumulated debris from attachments and
tractor.
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n Sand areas where paint is chipped and re-
paint to prevent rust. Lubricate all locations
to prevent moisture damage during storage.
EDGER SAFETY
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n The EDGE-Eze
TM
rolling disc blade edge
can become extremely sharp after use. To
avoid cutting injury, avoid contact with the
blade edge.
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n Keep bystanders and children a safe dis-
tance away, even when not in use.
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