DR Power Power Take-Off (PTO) System - Manual (Page 6)

2 DR
®
TRIMMER/MOWER™ GEAR-DRIVEN POWER TAKE-OFF SYSTEM™
CHAPTER 2
SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
Taking the time to read and observe all safety instructions will ensure many years of productive use from
your DR Gear-Driven Power Take-Off System and help you avoid injury. Please take a few moments to
read the following guidelines for safely operating your new machine.
Preparing to Use the DR Gear-Driven Power Take-Off System
• Read these Safety
&
Operating Instructions before you use the DR Gear-Driven Power Take-Off
System. Become familiar with the operation and service recommendations to ensure the best
performance from your new accessory.
Safety Information Labels
Consult the Safety Considerations chapter in your DR TRIMMER/MOWER Safety
&
Operating
Instructions manual for more information about using and ordering safety information labels. Replace
damaged or missing safety labels immediately.
Protecting Yourself
• Always wear protective goggles while using the DR Gear-Driven Power Take-Off System to protect
your eyes from possible thrown objects. Goggles are provided with your DR TRIMMER/MOWER.
• Do not, under any conditions, remove, bend, cut, fit, weld, or otherwise alter standard parts on the
DR Gear-Driven Power Take-Off System. Modifications to your accessory could cause personal
injuries and will void your warranty.
• Wear shoes with non-slip treads when using your DR TRIMMER/MOWER and DR Gear-Driven
Power Take-Off System. Do not use the machine while barefoot or wearing open sandals.
• Wear long pants while using your DR TRIMMER/MOWER and DR Gear-Driven Power Take-Off
System.
• Avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry, which might be caught on the mower’s moving parts.
• Use earmuffs or earplugs to protect your hearing.
• Always keep safety guards in place and in working order.
• Always check the alignment of moving parts and for damaged or worn parts