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Section 2
WARNING
Hydraulic fluid is under high pressure and can
penetrate skin causing injury. If hydraulic fluid
is injected into the skin, it must be surgically
removed within a few hours by a doctor or
gangrene may result.
Keep body and hands away from pinholes or
nozzles that eject hydraulic fluid under high
pressure. Use paper or cardboard and not hands
to search for leaks.
Safely relieve all pressure from the hydraulic
system by placing the control levers in the neutral
lock position and shutting off the engine before
performing any work on the hydraulic system.
If you need service on your hydraulic system,
please see your authorized Scag dealer.
13. Let the engine cool before storing.
14. DO NOT store the machine near an open flame.
15. Shut off fuel while storing or transporting.
16. DO NOT store fuel near flames or drain indoors.
2.7 USING A SPARK ARRESTOR
The engine in this machine is not equipped with a spark
arrestor muffler. It is in violation of California Public
Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate this engine
on or near any forest covered, brush covered or grass
covered land unless the exhaust system is equipped with
a spark arrestor meeting any applicable local or state laws.
Other states or federal areas may have similar laws. Check
with your state or local authorities for regulations pertaining
to these requirements.
2.8 SPARK IGNITION SYSTEM
This spark ignition system complies with Canadian
ICES-002.
2.9 CHEMICAL HAZARDS
Chemical substances used in the Turf Storm sprayer /
spreader may be hazardous to the operator, bystanders,
animals, soils, plants or other property.
1. Carefully read and follow the chemical warnings and
the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheets) for each
chemical being used and protect yourself according
to the chemical manufacturer's recommendations.
2. Make sure as little skin as possible is exposed while
using chemicals.
3. Make sure to wear proper protective equipment
(PPE) when handling chemicals to guard against
personnal contact such as;
• Safety glasses, goggles and/or face shield
• Chemical resistant gloves
• Rubber boots or substantial footwear
• Hearing protection
• Respirator or filtered mask.
4. Keep a clean change of clothes, soap, and
disposable towels on-hand in the event of a chemical
spill.
5. Maintain a source of clean water to rinse off in case
of a spilled chemical.
6. Obtain proper training before using or handling
chemicals.
7. Use the correct chemicals for the job.
8. Follow the chemical manufacturer's instructions for
the safe application of the chemical being used. Do
not exceed the recommended system application
pressure.
9. Always make sure to dispose of chemicals according
to the manufacturer's disposal directions.
10. Have clean water available, especially when filling
the sprayer tanks.
11. Always handle chemicals in a well ventilated area.
12. Do not eat, drink, or smoke while working with or
handling chemicals.
13. Wash your hands and other exposed areas as soon
as possible after finishing the work.
14. Keep the chemicals in their original packaging and is
a safe location.
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