Victory EMSD-120 - Practice Safe Maintenance; Prepare for Emergencies

Practice safe maintenance
 Understand procedure before doing work. Use proper tools and equipment. refer to Operator’s
Manual for additional information.
 Work in a clean dry area.
 Lower the implement to the ground, put tractor in park, turn off engine, and remove key before
performing maintenance.
 Allow implement to cool completely.
 Do not grease or oil implement while it is operation.
 Inspect all parts. Make sure parts are in good condition and installed properly.
 Remove buildup of grease, oil or debris.
 Remove all tools and unused parts from implement before operation.
Prepare for emergencies
 Be prepared if a fire starts.
 Keep a fist aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.
 Keep emergency numbers for doctor, ambulance, hospital and fire department near phone.
Wear protective equipment
 Protective clothing and equipment should be worn.
 Wear clothing and equipment appropriate for the job. Avoid loose fitting clothing.
 Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause hearing impairment or hearing loss. Wear suitable
hearing protection such as earmuffs or earplugs.
 Operating equipment safely requires the full attention of the operator. Avoid wearing radio
headphones while operating machinery.
Avoid high pressure fluids hazard
 Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury.
 Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before disconnecting hydraulic lines.
 Use a piece of paper or cardboard, not body parts, to check for suspected leaks. Wear protective
gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic systems.
 If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. Any fluid injected into the skin must be treated
within a few hours or gangrene may result.
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