Safety Rules - Woods BSS54E Operator's Manual

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products.
Unfortunately, our efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped out by an
operator's single careless act.
In addition to the design and configuration of equipment, hazard control and
accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, judge-
ment, and proper training of personnel involved in the operation, transport,
maintenance, and storage of equipment.
It has been said, "The best safety device is an informed, careful operator."
TRAINING
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Safety instructions are important! Read all attachment and power unit
manuals; follow all safety rules and safety decal information. (Replace-
ment manuals and safety decals are available from your dealer. To locate
your nearest dealer, check the Dealer Locator at www.WoodsEquip-
ment.com, or in the United States and Canada call 1-800-319-6637.) Fail-
ure to follow instructions or safety rules can result in serious injury or
death.
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If you do not understand any part of this manual and need assis-
tance, see your dealer.
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Know your controls and how to stop engine and attachment quickly
in an emergency.
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Operators must be instructed in and be capable of the safe operation
of the equipment, its attachments, and all controls. Do not allow anyone to
operate this equipment without proper instructions.
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Never allow children or untrained persons to operate equipment.
PREPARATION
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Check that all hardware is properly installed. Always tighten to
torque chart specifications unless instructed otherwise in this manual.
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Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid getting
caught in moving parts. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protec-
tive equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head; and respirator or
filter mask where appropriate.
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Make sure attachment is properly secured, adjusted, and in good
operating condition.
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Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or ROPS cab and seat belt.
Keep seat belt securely fastened. Falling off power unit can result in
death from being run over or crushed. Keep foldable ROPS system in
"locked up" position at all times.
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Make sure all safety decals are installed. Replace if damaged. (See
Safety Decals section for location.)
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A minimum 20% of tractor and equipment weight must be on the trac-
tor front wheels when attachments are in transport position. Without this
weight, tractor could tip over, causing personal injury or death. The
weight may be attained with a loader, front wheel weights, ballast in tires
or front tractor weights. Weigh the tractor and equipment. Do not esti-
mate.
OPERATION
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Do not operate or transport equipment while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
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Always comply with all state and local lighting and marking require-
ments.
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Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
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Keep bystanders away from equipment.
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Keep hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from equipment while
engine is running. Stay clear of all moving parts.
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Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or ROPS cab and seat belt.
Keep seat belt securely fastened. Falling off power unit can result in
death from being run over or crushed. Keep foldable ROPS system in
"locked up" position at all times.
4 Safety

SAFETY RULES

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Never allow riders on power unit or attachment.
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Always sit in power unit seat when operating controls or starting
engine. Securely fasten seat belt, place transmission in neutral, engage
brake, and ensure all other controls are disengaged before starting power
unit engine.
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Look down and to the rear and make sure area is clear before operat-
ing in reverse.
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Use extreme care when working close to fences, ditches, other
obstructions, or on hillsides.
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Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
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Do not stop, start, or change directions suddenly on slopes.
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Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on slopes and rough ter-
rain.
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Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during operation.
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Stop power unit and equipment immediately upon striking an
obstruction. Turn off engine, remove key, inspect, and repair any damage
before resuming operation.
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Do not allow bystanders in the area when operating, attaching,
removing, assembling, or servicing equipment.
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Do not allow bystanders in the area when operating, attaching,
removing, assembling, or servicing equipment.
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Do not operate box scraper at speeds above 5 kpm.
MAINTENANCE
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Before performing any service or maintenance, lower attachment to
ground, turn off engine, set parking brake, and remove key.
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NEVER GO UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT. Never place any part of the
body underneath equipment or between moveable parts even when the
engine has been turned off. Hydraulic system leak-down, hydraulic sys-
tem failures, mechanical failures, or movement of control levers can
cause equipment to drop or rotate unexpectedly and cause severe injury
or death.
• Service work does not require going underneath.
• Read Operator's Manual for service instructions or have service
performed by a qualified dealer.
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Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to avoid getting
caught in moving parts. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and protec-
tive equipment for eyes, hair, hands, hearing, and head; and respirator or
filter mask where appropriate.
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Make sure attachment is properly secured, adjusted, and in good
operating condition.
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Do not modify or alter or permit anyone else to modify or alter the
equipment or any of its components in any way.
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Never perform service or maintenance with engine running.
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Keep all persons away from operator control area while performing
adjustments, service, or maintenance.
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Eye protection must be used when removing or installing scarifier
shank clips.
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Tighten all bolts, nuts, and screws to torque chart specifications.
Check that all cotter pins are installed securely to ensure equipment is in
a safe condition before putting unit into service.
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Make sure all safety decals are installed. Replace if damaged. (See
Safety Decals section for location.)
STORAGE
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Block equipment securely for storage.
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Keep children and bystanders away from storage area.
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Lock scarifier bar in lowered position for storage.
GB&HB Box Blade SR (Rev. 3/28/2005)