Panasonic 250280 - Manual (Page 2)

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Save the receipt, warranty and these instructions. It is important that you read the entire
manual to become familiar with this product before you begin using it.
This machine is designed for certain applications only. Northern Tool + Equipment
strongly recommends this machine is not modified and/or used for any application other
than that for which it was designed. If you have any questions relative to a particular
application, DO NOT use the machine until you have first contacted Northern Tool +
Equipment to determine if it can or should be performed on the product.
TO THE CUSTOMER
This manual contains valuable information about your new aerator. It has been
carefully prepared to give you helpful suggestions for operating, adjusting, and
servicing.
Keep this manual in a convenient place for quick and easy reference. Study it
carefully, only by proper care and operation can you expect to receive the service
and long life designed and built into this aerator.
GENERAL SAFETY RULE
EQUIPMENT SAFETY GUIDELINES
Safety of the operator is one of the main concerns in designing and developing a new
piece of equipment. Designers and manufacturers build in as many safety features as
possible. However, every year many accidents occur which could have been avoided by a
few seconds of thought and a more careful approach to handling equipment. You, the
operator, can avoid many accidents by observing the following precautions in this section.
To avoid personal injury, study the following precautions and insist those working with you,
or for you, follow them.
In order to provide a better view, certain photographs or illustrations in this manual may
show an assembly with a safety shield removed. However, equipment should never be
operated in this condition. Keep all shields in place. If shield removal becomes necessary
for repairs, replace the shield prior to use.
Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs which can hinder alertness or coordination while
operating this equipment. Consult your doctor about operating this machine while taking
prescription medications.
Review the safety instructions with all users annually. This equipment is dangerous to
children and persons unfamiliar with its operation. The operator should be a responsible
adult familiar with farm machinery and trained in this equipment's operations. Do not
allow persons to operate or assemble this unit until they have read this manual and
have developed a thorough understanding of the safety precautions and of how it
works.
To prevent injury or death, use a tractor equipped with a Roll-Over Protective System
(ROPS).