J&M 385SD-D - Manual (Page 6)

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SAFETY
SAFETY RULES
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our efforts to provide
safe equipment can be erased by an operator’s single careless act. In addition, hazard control and accident
prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, judgement, and proper training of personnel involved in
the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of equipment.
Make certain that the operator(s), prior to operating is instructed in safe and proper use and reviews and
understands the manual(s) pertaining to this machine.
Read this manual before you operate this machine. If you do not understand any part of this manual, or need
more information, contact the manufacturer or your authorized dealer.
Understand that your safety and the safety of other persons is measured by how you service, and operate this
machine. Know the positions and functions of all controls before you try to operate them. Make sure to check
all controls in a safe area before starting you work.
The safety information given in this manual does not replace safety codes, federal, state or local laws. Make
certain your machine has the proper equipment as designated by local laws and regulations.
A frequent cause of personal injury or death is from persons falling off equipment and being run over. Do not
permit persons to ride on this machine.
Travel speeds should be such that complete control and machine stability is maintained at all times. Where
possible, avoid operating near ditches, embankments and holes. Reduce speed when turning, crossing slopes
and rough, slick or muddy surfaces.
Collision of high speed road traffic and slow moving machines can cause personal injury or death. On roads,
use flasher lights according to local laws. Keep slow-moving-vehicle emblem visible. Pull over to let faster
traffic pass.
Never adjust, service, clean, or lubricate gravity box until all power is shut off.
Keep all safety shields in place.
Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts while unit is in operation.
The service ladder is for service work only. If you must climb into grain tank, be certain that all power is shut off
and then use extreme caution when climbing into grain tank.
Never allow anyone in, near or on the gravity box during transporting or unloading grain. Moving grain is
dangerous and can cause entrapment, resulting in severe injury or death by suffocation.
Make sure that the gravity box is properly fastened to the running gear.
Make sure that everyone is clear of equipment before applying power to the machinery used in conjunction with
the box or when moving the equipment.
Never overload the wagon. Overloading the wagon is dangerous and can cause extensive damage to both the
box and running gear. Do not tow loaded gravity box in excess of 20 mph.
Never add more sideboards to the gravity box than what is recommended, as the box is not designed to carry
the additional weight.