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● Never turn a machine cutting head to an angle that causes debris to be ejected
towards the cab.
● Never start or continue to work a machine if people are nearby or approaching
- Stop and wait until they are at a safe distance before continuing. WARNING: Some
Cutting Heads may continue to ‘freewheel’ for up to 40 seconds after being stopped.
● Never attempt to use a machine on materials in excess of its capability.
● Never use a machine to perform a task it has not been designed to do.
● Never operate the tractor or machine controls from any position other than from
the driving seat, especially whilst hitching or unhitching the machine.
● Never carry out maintenance of a machine or a tractor whilst the engine is
running – the engine should be switched off, the key removed and pocketed.
● Never leave a machine unattended in a raised position – it should be lowered
to the ground in a safe position on a level firm site.
● Never leave a tractor with the key in or the engine running.
● Never carry out maintenance on any part or component of a machine that is
raised unless that part or component has been properly substantially braced or
supported.
● Never attempt to detect a hydraulic leak with your hand – use a piece of
cardboard.
● Never allow children near to, or play on, a tractor or machine under any
circumstances.
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