MB ZTS - Safety Precautions (Continued); Safe Operation Guidelines

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Publication: ZTS-080812
M-B Companies, Inc. 11/15/12
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SAFETY
OPERATION GUIDELINES
Read, understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the
unit before starting.
• To avoid serious injury or death, do not modify equipment. Any
modications made to equipment can be dangerous and can void
equipment warranty.
• Never defeat a safety device to make a task easier.
• Always wear proper apparel when operating equipment; safety
glasses, face shield or goggles, ear protection, and dust mask. Tie
hair back. Never wear loose clothing or jewelry that could get caught
in moving parts.
• Never operate equipment with covers or guards removed. Rotating
parts can cause severe injury. Keep hands, feet, hair, jewelry and
clothing away from all moving parts.
• Only allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions,
to operate the unit (local regulations can restrict operator age).
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc., which could
be picked up and thrown.
• Be aware of surroundings. Be sure the area is clear of other people,
bystanders or pets. Stop unit if anyone enters the area.
• Always look down and behind before and while traveling in reverse.
• Be aware of discharge direction and do not point discharge
at anyone. Do not point the discharge at glass enclosures,
automobiles, or windows.
• Always stand clear of the discharge area when operating this unit.
• Disengage all clutches and PTO’s before starting engine.
• Never leave a running machine unattended. Always disengage the
attachment and traction controls, lower the attachment, set the park
brake, stop the engine and remove the ignition key before leaving
the machine.
• Operate only in daylight or good articial light.
• Never carry passengers.
• Do not operate the unit while under the inuence of drugs, alcohol or
other medication.
• Watch for trafc when operating near or crossing roadways.
• Use extra care when loading or unloading the unit into a trailer or
truck.
• Keep in mind the operator is responsible for accidents occurring to
other people or property.
• Data indicates that operators, age 60 years and above, are involved
in a large percentage of power equipment-related injuries. These
operators should evaluate their ability to operate the unit safely
enough to protect themselves and others from injury.
• All operators should seek and obtain professional and practical
instruction.
• Protect eyes, face and head from objects that may be thrown from
unit. Wear appropriate hearing protection.
• Always wear substantial footwear and appropriate clothing. Wear
footwear that improves traction on slippery slopes. DO NOT wear
long scarves or loose clothing that could become entangled in
moving parts.
• Abnormal Vibrations are a warning of trouble. Striking a foreign
object can damage unit. Stop unit and engine. Wait for all moving
parts to stop. Inspect unit and make any necessary repairs before
restart.
• Never place your hands or any part of your body or clothing inside or
near any moving part while unit is running.
• Stop engine before: refueling, cleaning, making adjustments or
removing the attachment assembly.
• Follow the drive unit manufacturer’s recommendations for wheel
weights or counter weights.
• Make any adjustments before operating unit.
• Do not touch parts which may be hot from operation. Allow such
parts to cool before attempting to service the unit.
• Before using, always visually check that hardware is present, intact
and secure. Replace worn or damaged parts.
• Never operate the machine with damaged guards, or without safety
protective devices in place.
• Original purchaser of this unit was instructed by the seller on safe
and proper operation. If unit is to be used by someone other than
original purchaser; loaned, rented or sold, ALWAYS provide this
manual and any needed safety training before operation.
• The Operator must understand the functions and parameters of
all controls and how to operate, as well as how to STOP in an
Emergency.
• Do not operate on wet surfaces. Reduced traction could cause
sliding.
• Do not shift to neutral and coast down hills.
• Keep children out of the area and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult.
• Be alert and turn unit off if children enter the area.
• Never allow children to operate the unit.
• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees, or
other objects that may obscure vision.
NOTE: All reference to left, right, front, or rear are given from the
operator position and facing forward.