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2. SAFETY
Careful operation is your best insurance against an accident. All operators, no matter how
much experience they may have, should carefully read this manual and other related manual
before operating the power machine and this implement. It is the owner’s obligation to instruct
all operators in safe operation.
2.1. GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTION
• Do not operate the equipment while under the influence of drugs or alcohol as they impair
the ability to safely and properly operate the equipment.
• The operator should be familiar with all functions of the tractor and attached implement and
be able to handle emergencies quickly.
• Make sure all guards and shields are in place and secured before operating implement.
• Keep all bystanders away from equipment and work area.
• Start tractor from the driver’s seat with hydraulic controls in neutral.
• Operate tractor and controls from the driver’s seat only.
• Never dismount from a moving tractor or leave tractor unattended with engine running.
• Do not allow anyone to stand between tractor and implement while backing up to
implement.
• Keep hands, feet, and clothing away from power-driven parts.
• While transporting and operating equipment, watch out for objects overhead and alongside
such as fences, trees, buildings, wires, etc.
• Do not turn tractor so tight as to cause hitched implement to ride up on the tractor’s rear
wheel.
• Store implement in an area where children normally do not play.
2.2. EQUIPMENT SAFETY GUIDELINES
Failure to follow all safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
Safety of the operator and bystanders is one of the main concerns in designing and developing
a tiller. However, every year accidents occur which could have been avoided by a few seconds
of thought and a more careful approach to handling equipment. You, the operator, can avoid
many accidents by observing the following precautions and insist those working with you, or
for you, follow them.
• Read safety instructions for both the tractor and this tiller before use.
• Never exceed the advised limits of the tractor or the tiller.
• This equipment is dangerous to children and those unfamiliar with its operation
• Use the tiller for its intended purpose only. Improper use can damage the tiller and cause
serious injury to persons, animals, or death.
• Any unauthorized modification of the machine may cause problems in safety and relieves the
manufacturer from any liability for damages or injuries that may result to operators, third
parties and objects.