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SECURITY - continued
OM 0400-A
7
Debris blower Operation
1. Before leaving the tractor/debris blower
unattended, take all possible precautions.
Park the tractor/debris blower on level
ground, set the parking brake, disengage
debris blower drive, lower the debris blower
to the ground, place all levers including
auxiliary control levers in neutral, shut off the
engine and remove the ignition key.
2. Prior to operation, clear work area of all
objects that can be picked up and thrown.
Mark all curbs, pipes, etc. that cannot be
moved.
3. Be sure the debris blower drive is in OFF
position before starting engine.
4. Exercise extreme caution when operating on
or crossing a gravel drive, walks, or roads.
Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
5. Do not carry passengers.
6. Keep clear of all rotating parts. Do not put
hands or feet under, or into debris blower
with engine running. Be especially
observant of the debris blower areas of
discharge, intake or all other mechanical
motions.
7. Park the tractor/debris blower on level
ground, set the parking brake, disengage
the debris blower drive, lower the debris
blower to the ground, place all control levers
in neutral, shut off the engine, remove the
ignition key and allow the rotating parts to
stop BEFORE making any repairs,
adjustments or inspections.
8. If the debris blower starts to vibrate
abnormally, disengage the pulley, stop the
engine immediately and check for cause.
Excessive vibration is generally a sign of
trouble.
9. Do not run the engine indoors except when
starting engine and transporting attachment
in or out of building. Carbon monoxide gas
is colorless, odorless and deadly.
10. Do not attempt to operate on steep slopes. If
operating on slopes is necessary, exercise
extreme caution when changing direction.
11. Never operate debris blower without guards,
and other safety protective devices in place.
All tractor and debris blower shields and
covers must be correctly installed at all times.
When necessary to remove these, they must
be reinstalled immediately.
12. Never operate debris blower near glass
enclosures, automobiles, window wells,
embankments, etc., without proper
adjustment of the angling deflector.
13. Never operate machine at high transport
speeds on a slippery surface.
14. Use extra caution when backing up.
15. Disengage power to debris blower when
transporting or when not in use.
16. Never operate the debris blower without good
visibility and lighting.
17. Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause
impairment or loss of hearing. Wear a
suitable hearing protective device such as
earmuffs or earplugs to protect against
objectionable or uncomfortable noises.
18. Never allow anyone near the work area.
19. Never allow anyone to operate the debris
blower until they have read the manual
completely and are thoroughly familiar with
basic tractor and debris blower operation.
20. Always make sure all debris blower
components are properly installed and
securely fastened BEFORE operation.
21. Keep away from discharge. This debris
blower has the capacity to throw debris at far
distances.
22. Never direct discharge towards people or
animals. Thrown debris can cause serious
injury.