MODEL: VB750 Page 10
Most farm accidents, like industrial, home and high-
way accidents, are caused by the failure of some
individuals to observe simple and fundamental
safety rules or precautions. For this reason farm
accidents, just as other types of accidents, can be
prevented by recognizing the causes of accidents
and doing something about them before an acci-
dent occurs.
Regardless of the care used in the design and con-
struction of farm equipment, there are many points
that cannot be completely safe-guarded without in-
terfering with accessibility and efficient operation.
A careful operator is the best insurance against an
accident.
The complete observance of one simple rule would
prevent many thousand serious injuries each year.
That rule is “NEVER ATTEMPT TO CLEAN, OIL,
OR ADJUST A MACHINE WHILE IN MOTION”.
NATIONAL SAFETY COUNCIL
MANDATORY SAFETY SHUTDOWN PROCEDURE
BEFORE unclogging, cleaning, adjusting, lubricating or servicing the unit:
1. Disengage the tractor PTO.
2. Shut off the tractor engine, remove the ignition key and take it with you.
3. Wait for all movement to stop.
4. Remove the Telescoping PTO Drive and ALL power connections from the tractor.
ONLY when you have taken these precautions can you be sure it is safe to proceed. Failure to follow the above
procedure could lead to death or serious bodily injury.
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE YOUR NEW SPREADER BE SURE TO READ THIS OWNERS MANUAL
AND FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE MACHINE!! OBSERVE THE PRECAUTIONS IN THIS MANUAL
FOR SAFE OPERATION OF THIS MACHINE!!
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Always Wear Eye Protection When Operating Or Servicing Spreader.
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Be Sure All Movement Has Stopped, The PTO Is Disconnected, The Tractor Is Shut Off And The Ignition Key
Is Removed Before Servicing The Spreader Or Components.
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Escaping Hydraulic Fluid Under Pressure Can Penetrate The Skin And Cause Serious Injury. Relieve All Pres
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sure From The Hydraulic System Before Connecting Or Disconnecting The Lines Or Making Repairs. Check
All Hoses And Fittings Before Start-up And Periodically During Operation.
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Never Make Any Alterations Or Modifications To This Equipment.
FAILURE TO HEED MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH