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8. Fill fuel tank with gasoline before starting the en-
gine. Avoid spilling gasoline. Since gasoline is flam-
mable, handle it carefully.
A. Use an approved gasoline container.
B. Do not fill tank while engine is hot or
running.
C. Do not smoke while handling gasoline.
While Operating
10. DON’T TAKE AN INJURY RISK! When a person or
pet appears unexpectedly in or near the WORKING
area, STOP AERATING.
11. Keep hands and feet away from nozzle and roller
area. High velocity water jets can penetrate hands and
feet. Penetration by the high velocity water jets can
cause serious personal injury. If accidental penetration
occurs, seek medical attention immediately.
12. Never use chemicals in the water supply system.
13. Do not operate water injection system on concrete
or asphalt because water jets will permanently damage
these surfaces.
14. Start engine with parking brake engaged.
15. Do not run the engine in a confined area without ad-
equate ventilation. Exhaust fumes are hazardous and
could possibly be deadly.
16. Using the machine demands attention, and to pre-
vent loss of control:
Maintenance
21. Disconnect wires from spark plugs to prevent acci-
dental starting of the engine when servicing, adjusting or
storing the machine.
22. If machine must be tipped to perform maintenance
or an adjustment, close fuel shut–off valve, drain gaso
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line from fuel tank, oil from crankcase and remove bat-
tery.
23. To reduce potential fire hazard, keep the engine free
of excessive grease, grass, leaves and accumulations
of dirt.
24. Be sure machine is in safe operating condition by
keeping nuts, bolts and screws tight. Check all bolts and
nuts frequently to be sure they are tightened to specifi
-
cation.
25. If the engine must be running to perform a mainte-
nance adjustment, keep hands, feet, clothing and other
parts of the body away from any moving parts.
26. Make sure all hydraulic line connectors are tight, and
all hydraulic hoses and lines are in good condition be
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fore applying pressure to the system.
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D. Fill fuel tank outdoors and up to about one
inch (25 mm) from top of the tank, not the
filler neck.
E. Wipe up any spilled gasoline.
9. Check interlock switches daily for proper operation.
If a switch fails, replace it before operating the machine.
The interlock system is for your protection, so do not by
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pass it. Replace all interlock switches every two years.
A. Use only in daylight or when there is good
artificial light.
B. Watch for holes or other hidden hazards.
C. Do not transport machine close to a sand
trap, ditch, creek or other hazard.
17. If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally, shut the
engine off. Remove wires from spark plugs to prevent
possibility of accidental starting. Check machine for
damage and defective parts. Repair any damage before
restarting the engine and operating the machine.
18. Do not touch engine or muffler while engine is run-
ning or soon after it is stopped. These areas could be hot
enough to cause a burn.
19. Before leaving the operator’s position–behind han-
dle–engage parking brake.
20. When leaving the machine unattended, engage
parking brake , shut engine OFF and remove key from
ignition switch.
27. Keep body and hands away from pin hole leaks or
nozzles that eject water or hydraulic fluid under high
pressure. Use paper or cardboard, not hands, to search
for leaks. Hydraulic fluid or water escaping under pres
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sure can have sufficient force to penetrate skin and do
serious damage. If either of these fluids are ejected into
the skin they must be surgically removed within a few
hours by a doctor familiar with this form of injury or gan
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grene may result.
28. Before disconnecting or performing any work on the
hydraulic oil system, all pressure in system must be re
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lieved by stopping engine and opening by–pass valve.
29. Make sure all water line connectors are tight, and all
hoses and lines are in good condition before applying
pressure to the system.
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