MacDon R85 Rotary Disc 13 Foot Pull-Type - Manual (Page 12)

SAFETY
Form 169454
10
Revision A
2.4 GENERAL SAFETY
CAUTION
The following are general farm safety
precautions that should be part of your
operating procedure for all types of machinery.
• Protect yourself.
• When assembling, operating and servicing
machinery, wear all the protective clothing
and personal safety devices that COULD be
necessary for the job at hand. Don't take
chances.
• You may need:
o a hard hat.
o protective shoes with slip resistant
soles.
o protective glasses or goggles.
o heavy gloves.
o wet weather gear.
o respirator or filter mask.
o hearing protection. Be aware that
prolonged exposure to loud noise
can cause impairment or loss of
hearing. Wearing a suitable hearing
protective device such as ear muffs
(A) or ear plugs (B) protects against
objectionable or loud noises.
• Provide a first-aid kit for use in case of
emergencies.
• Keep a fire extinguisher on the machine. Be
sure the extinguisher is properly maintained
and be familiar with its proper use.
• Keep young children away from machinery at
all times.
• Be aware that accidents often happen when
the operator is tired or in a hurry to get
finished. Take the time to consider the safest
way. Never ignore warning signs of fatigue.
• Wear close-fitting clothing and cover long
hair. Never wear dangling
items such as scarves or
bracelets.
• Keep hands, feet, clothing
and hair away from moving
parts. Never attempt to clear
obstructions or objects from
a machine while the engine
is running.
• Keep all shields in place. Never alter or
remove safety equipment. Make sure
driveline guards can rotate independently of
the shaft and can telescope freely.
• Stop engine, and remove key from ignition
before leaving operator's seat for any
reason. A child or even a pet could engage
an idling machine.
• Keep machinery clean. Do not allow oil or
grease to accumulate on service platforms,
ladders or controls. Clean machines before
storage.
• When storing machinery, cover sharp or
extending components to prevent injury from
accidental contact.
A
B