Simplicity 1692243 - Manual (Page 6)

RULES
Safe Operation Practices and Precautions
Product knowledge and careful operation is the best way
to prevent accidents. Read this section carefully before
operating attachment system. All operators, no matter
how much experience they may have, should read this
and other related manuals before operating attachment
system. It is the owner’s legal obligation to instruct all
operators in safe operation.
1. Know the controls and how to stop quickly. READ
THIS OPERATORS MANUAL and instructions
furnished with your tractor..
2. Know your equipment and its limitations.
3. Never allow children to operate equipment. Never
allow adults to operate equipment without proper
instruction.
4. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons,
particularly small children, and pets.
5. Become familiar with all controls of equipment and
how to stop tractor/engine quickly.
6. Pay special attention to, and observe all warning,
caution and danger labels on attachmentsystem.
7. Do not allow passengers on tractor or attachment
system at any time.
8. Driver should never leave operator’s seat while
equipment is running.
9. Remove objects (sticks, stones and any other debris)
from area of operation that may be picked up and
thrown.
Operate equipment only during daylight or with
adequate artificial light.
Wear long pants and safe, sturdy shoes. Do not wear
loose fitting clothing that could get caught in moving
parts.
12. Always wear eye protection (safety glasses,
shield, safety goggles, etc.) to protect from any flying
objects and ear protection (ear muffs, ear plug, etc.) to
protect from excessive noise.
13. Only operate equipment when fully alert. Therefore,
never operate equipment while fatigued, under the
influence of alcohol, medication or other substances.
14. Know how to stop engine. Be prepared for an emer-
gency situation.
15. Avoid high pressure fluids. Escaping fluid under
pressure can cause serious injury.
16. Never attempt to make adjustment or repair of any
kind while the tractor and/or attachments are in
motion. Shut off engine, remove key and allow all
motion to stop.
Open doors if tractor engine is run in garage or shed
-exhaust fumes are dangerous.
18. Follow the maintenance recommendations for
operation. See “Maintenance” section.
19. Disengage all attachment clutches and shift into
neutral before attempting to start the engine.
20. Disengage power to attachments and stop the engine
before leaving the operator’s position.
21. Disengage power to attachments when transporting or
not in use.
22. Take all possible precautions when leaving the vehicle
unattended, such as disengaging the power take-off,
lowering the attachments, setting the parking brake,
stopping the engine, and removing the key.
23. Do not stop or start suddenly when going uphill or
downhill. Operate equipment up and down the face of
steep slopes; never across the face.
24. Reduce speed and exercise extreme caution on
slopes and in sharp turns to prevent tipping or loss of
control. Be especially cautious when changing
direction on slopes.
25. Stay for holes, rocks and roots in the terrain and
other hidden hazards. Keep away from drop-offs.
26. Watch out for traffic when crossing or near roadways.
27. When using any attachments, never direct discharge
of material toward bystanders nor allow anyone near
the vehicle while in operation.
28. Keep the vehicle and attachments in good operating
condition, and keep safety devices in place and in
working condition.
29. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the
equipment is in safe working condition.
30. The tractor and attachments should be stopped and
inspected for damage after striking a foreign object,
and the damage should be repaired before restarting
and operating the equipment.
Safe Operation of Snowthrower
Inspect snowthrower carefully for loose or worn parts
before operating.
2. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is
to be used and remove all doormats, sleds, boards,
wires, and other foreign objects.
3. Disengage PTO and shift into neutral before starting
the engine (motor).
4. Do not operate the equipment without wearing
adequate winter outer garments. Wear footwear that
will improve footing on slippery surfaces.
5. Before dismounting the tractor:
a. Disengage power takeoff (PTO).
b. Shut off engine.
c. Allow all moving parts to stop.
d. Set parking brake.
e. Remove key.
6. Handle fuel with care; it is highly flammable.
a. Use an approved fuel container.
b. Never add fuel to a running or hot engine.
c. Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care. Never fill
fuel tank indoors.
d. Replace gasoline cap securely and wipe up spilled
fuel.
7. Adjust the snowthrower housing height to clear gravel
or crushed rock surface.
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