WARNING
Unsafe Operation Hazard
• Never permit anyone to install or operate the equipment
without proper training.
• Read and understand this Operator's Manual, the
Engine Operator's Manual, and any other component
manuals before operating or servicing the equipment
to make sure that safe operating practices and
maintenance procedures are followed.
• Safety signs and decals are additional reminders for
safe operating and maintenance techniques.
WARNING
Fall Hazard
• Never carry riders on the equipment.
WARNING
Modification Hazard
• Never modify the equipment without written consent of
the manufacturer. Any modification could effect the safe
operation of the equipment.
WARNING
Exposure Hazard
• Always wear personal protective equipment, including
appropriate clothing, gloves, work shoes, and eye and
hearing protection, as required by the task at hand.
WARNING
Fire and Explosion Hazard
Batteries give off explosive gases during recharging. Sparks
could cause explosions, resulting in death or serious injury.
Burn Hazard
Batteries contain acid, which is extremely caustic. Contact
with battery contents could cause severe chemical burns.
Shock Hazard
Batteries present a risk of electric shock and high short
circuit current.
• Always disconnect the negative (-) battery cable before
servicing equipment.
• DO NOT dispose of battery in a fire. Recycle battery.
• DO NOT allow any open flame, spark, heat, or lit
cigarette during and for several minutes after charging a
battery.
• DO NOT open or mutilate battery.
• DO NOT charge a frozen battery. Always slowly warm
the battery to room temperature before charging.
• Wear protective gloves, rubber apron, rubber boots and
rubber gloves.
• Remove watches, rings, or other metal objects.
• Use tools having insulated handles.
WARNING
Fire And Explosion Hazard
• Diesel fuel is flammable and explosive under certain
conditions.
• Never use a shop rag to catch fuel.
• Wipe up all spills immediately.
• Never refuel with the engine running.
• Store any containers containing fuel in a well ventilated
area, away from any combustibles or sources of
ignition.
WARNING
Alcohol And Drug Hazard
• Never operate the unit while under the influence of
alcohol or drugs, or when ill.
WARNING
Entanglement / Sever Hazard
• Always stop the engine before beginning service.
• If the engine must be serviced while it is operating,
remove all jewelry, tie back long hair and keep hands,
other body parts and clothing away from moving/
rotating parts.
• Verify that all guards and covers are attached properly
to the equipment before starting the engine. Do not
start the engine if any guards or covers are not properly
installed on the equipment.
• Attach a "Do Not Operate" tag near the key switch while
performing maintenance on the equipment.
WARNING
Flying Object Hazard
• Always wear eye protection when cleaning the
equipment with compressed air or high pressure water.
Dust, flying debris, compressed air, pressurized water
or steam may injure your eyes.
WARNING
Coolant Hazard
• Wear eye protection and rubber gloves when handling
engine coolant. If contact with the eyes or skin should
occur, flush eyes and wash immediately with clean
water.
WARNING
Burn Hazard
• Opening cap on hot radiator could result in death
or serious injury. Allow radiator to cool down before
opening cap.
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