Safety Valmar
Follow these safety guidelines:
1. Provide a first aid kit. Store it in a visible,
accessible location and know how to
use it.
2. Keep safety decals clean and legible at
all times. Replace missing or damaged
decals.
3. Before servicing, adjusting, repairing or
unplugging the applicator, stop the
tractor, set the park brake and wait for
all moving parts to come to a complete
stop.
4. Ensure that all guards and shields are in
place. Replace any that are damaged.
5. Have a qualified tire repairman perform
any tire repairs. Improper tire mounting
procedures can produce a serious
explosion resulting in injury or death.
6. Do not allow riders on the applicator.
PTO Shaft Safety
1. Do not operate any PTO unless all
shields and guards are in place.
2. Stop the tractor and wait for all moving
parts to come completely to a stop
before making any adjustments to the
PTO.
3. Be sure that both ends of the PTO shaft
are coupled securely.
Granular Chemical Safety
1. Read and strictly follow the
manufacturer’s instructions found on the
product container.
2. Wear chemically resistant clothing,
gloves and safety goggles.
3. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
4. Wear a respirator as directed by the
chemical manufacturer.
5. Wash thoroughly after working with
chemicals, especially before eating.
6. Wash all clothing contaminated by
chemicals.
7. Wash down the applicator prior to any
maintenance. Dispose of wash water in
accordance with local standards and
laws.
8. Know the poison control emergency
telephone numbers in your area.
Hydraulic Safety
1. Keep hydraulic components clean so
that leaks can be easily identified.
2. Replace damaged hoses and fittings.
3. Use a piece of cardboard when trying to
pinpoint leaks. Wear heavy gloves and a
face shield.
4. Have hydraulic components repaired by
a qualified repair facility. Makeshift
repairs may fail suddenly creating a
hazardous condition.
5. If injured by a high pressure stream of
hydraulic fluid, seek medical attention
immediately. Serious infection can
result.
Fan Safety
1. Do not operate the fan unless all shields
and guards are in place.
2. Stay well away from the fan during
operation. Keep others away.
3. Stop the tractor and wait for all moving
parts to come completely to a stop
before making any repairs to the fan or
servicing its drive components.
Transport Safety
1. Be sure that an SMV (Slow Moving
Vehicle) sign and all reflectors and lights
required by local highway authorities are
in place, clean and functional.
2. Use a hitch pin that is strong enough to
tow the implement without breaking.
3. Use the safety chain to secure the hitch
on the implement to the tractor.
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