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2. GENERAL OPERATIONAL SAFETY CONTINUED
2.2 OPERATING SAFELY
The safety alert triangle ( ) in text signies important caustions or warnings which must be followed.
Congratulations on purchasing a superior-quality piece of lawn and garden equipment. Our products are de-
signed and manufactured to meet or exceed all industry standards for safety.
Do not operate this machine unless you have been trained. Reading and understanding this operator’s manual
is a way to train yourself.
Keep both feet on the operator platform at all times. Power equipment is only as safe as the operator. If it is
misused, or not properly maintained, it can be dangerous! Remember, you are responsible for your safety and
that of those around you.
Use common sense, and think through what you are doing. If you are not sure that the task you are about to
perform can be safely done with the equipment you have chosen, ask a professional: contact your local autho-
rized dealer.
2.3 CHEMICAL SAFETY
WARNING
Chemicals used in this machine such as herbicides and pesticides may be hazardous to apply and produce
gasses that are hazardous if inhaled or with contact to your skin. Caustic liquid or chemical burns could occur
if chemicals are not used properly.
• Read and follow all the instructions and warnings on Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) from manu-
facturer for all chemicals used.
• Become familiar with and follow all warnings, recommendations, instructions and procedures for: rst
aid measures, safe use, mixing, handling, applying, spills clean-up, storage and disposal of all chemi-
cals as listed on the manufacturer’s label or MSDS of any herbicides, pesticides or other chemicals.
• Wear all personal protective equipment as recommended on the manufacturer’s label or MSDS of any
herbicides, pesticides or other chemicals. Personal protective equipment may include safety glasses
or goggles and/or face shields, chemical resistant gloves, rubber boots, and a respirator or air purifying
lter mask.
• Before working on this machine, be sure the sprayer / valve system and hopper has been
thoroughly rinsed according to the recommendations of the chemical manufacturer (see MSDS and
product labels).
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