Agri-Fab 45-0438 - Manual (Page 3)

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Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means — Attention!! Become
alert!! Your safety is involved.
• When de-thatching do not drive too close to a creek or
ditch and be alert for holes and other hazards which
could cause you to lose control of the vehicle.
• Before operating vehicle on any grade (hill) refer to the
safety rules in the vehicle owners manual concerning safe
operation on slopes. STAY OFF STEEP SLOPES.
• This equipment is not meant for street or highway use.
Watch for traffic when de-thatching near highways.
• Vehicle and attachments should be stopped and
inspected for damage after striking a foreign object.
• Check all nuts, bolts and screws frequently making sure
they are tight and the equipment is in safe
working condition.
• Follow the maintenance instructions as outlined in this
owners manual.
• Read safety rules in the vehicle owners manual and
know how to operate your equipment, before using the
tine dethatcher.
• Never operate vehicle and tine dethatcher attachment
without wearing substantial footwear, and do not allow
anyone to ride or sit on the tine dethatcher.
• Never allow children to operate the tractor or
dethatcher attachment, and do not allow adults to operate
without proper instructions.
• Eye Protection should be worn when operating the tine
dethatcher.
• Always begin with transmission in first (low) gear,
and gradually increase speed as conditions permit.
Recommended maximum operating speed is 3 M.P.H.
• Always stop vehicle and lift dethatcher to transport
position before making short turns.
Any power equipment can cause injury if operated improperly or if the user does not understand how to operate the equipment.
Exercise caution at all times, when using power equipment.
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