BlueBird SC550A_968999351 - Manual (Page 13)

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Movement/Transport
• To turn and steer the machine, press down on
the handle and turn on the back wheels.
• Turn off the engine and allow it to cool at least 2
minutes before transport.
• We recommend only loading and unloading in
the transport mode on a well secured ramp, do
not lift, the unit is too heavy.
• Fasten the machine properly in place with
approved fasteners, such as tension belts,
chains or straps. Always check that you are in
compliance with applicable traffic regulations
before transporting the machine.
• Follow manufacturer’s recommendations for
safe loading, unloading, transport, and storage
of machine.
Storage
• Never store the machine with fuel in the fuel
tank inside a building where ignition sources
are present, such as hot water and space
heaters, clothes dryers, and the like. Allow the
engine to cool before storing in any enclosure.
• Store the machine with the fuel valve closed.
• Store the machine in a locked space away from
children and adults untrained in use of the
machine.
• Always refer to the operator’s manual for
important details if the sod cutter is to be stored
for an extended period.
Children
Serious accidents can occur if you fail to be on
guard for children in the vicinity of the machine.
Never assume that children will stay put where you
last saw them.
• Keep children away from the machine.
• Keep children away from the sod cutting area
and under close supervision by another adult.
• Keep an eye out and shut off the machine if
children enter the work area.
• Never allow children to operate the machine.
• Be particularly careful near corners, bushes,
trees or other objects that block your view.