11mportant Safe Operation Practices
WARNING:
This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not
followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others.
Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this
machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.
When you see this symbol HEED ITS WARNING!
DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the safe operation
practices in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error
on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. This machine is capable of
amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following
safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
General Operation
1.
Carefully read in their entirety the vehicle's operator's
manuals and this equipment's operator's manuals before
attempting to assemble or operate the equipment. Keep
both manuals in a safe place for future and regular
reference and for ordering replacement parts.
2.
The vehicle is designed for off-road usage and should
not be operated on public highways. Know and
comply with all laws and regulations governing the
use of off-highway vehicles in your area.
3.
The vehicle handles and maneuvers differently
than a normal passenger car. Sharp high speed
turns and abrupt maneuvers can cause vehicle to roll
over or go out of control. Slow down when turning and
avoid abrupt maneuvers.
4.
Be familiar with all instructions and controls and their
proper operation before starting the vehicle.
5.
Do not allow children to operate vehicle. Do not allow
adults to operate it without proper instruction. Only
persons well acquainted with these rules of safe
operation should be allowed to use the equipment.
6.
Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing
roadways. This vehicle is not intended for use on any
public roadway.
7.
No one should operate this equipment while intoxicated
or while taking medication which impairs the senses or
reactions.
8.
Never carry more than one passenger. This vehicle
is designed to carry the driver and one passenger
only. No riders are allowed in cargo box or
anywhere else on vehicle.
9.
Keep all body parts (i.e. head, arms, hands, legs, feet)
inside vehicle when vehicle is in motion.
10. Always remain seated and keep both hands on the
steering wheel when driving the vehicle.
11. Sit on the center of the seat and keep both feet within
the foot platform perimeter. The foot platform may
become slippery from snow or ice, use extra caution
when mounting or dismounting the vehicle.
12. Inspect area around vehicle before moving,
especially in reverse. Back up slowly. Always look
down and behind before and while backing to avoid
a back-over accident. Keep bystanders out of area.
13. Do not mount or leave vehicle while it is in motion or
in actual operation.
14. Never leave vehicle unattended with the key in the
ignition. Always turn key to the "Stop" position, set
the parking brake and remove key.
15. Check overhead clearances carefully before driving
under low hanging tree branches, wires, etc.,or in any
other situation where the operator or passenger may
be struck or pulled from the unit. Such negligence
could result in serious injury.
16. Engine must be stopped when cleaning, servicing,
adjusting, repairing, or installing attachments on
utility vehicle.
17. The vehicle and attachment should be stopped
and inspected for damage after striking a foreign
object. The damage should be repaired before
restarting and operating the equipment.
18. Do not start and run vehicle in an inside area, unless
it is adequately ventilated. Engine exhaust contains
carbon monoxide fumes, which are very poisonous
and can be deadly.
19. Always inspect the vehicle each time you use it to
make sure it is in safe operating condition.
20. Operate blade only in daylight or in good artificial
light. Always use vehicle lights while operating in
low light situations.
21. Avoid overturns-Do not clear snow across the face of
slopes. Exercise extreme caution when changing
direction on slopes. Do not attempt to clear steep
slopes.
