Troy-Bilt GTX 20 - Manual (Page 4)

Section 1
Safety
Important!
Safe Operating Practices for This Unit
A
This is a safety alert symbol. It is used in this manual and on the unit's decals to alert you to
potential hazards. Whenever you see this symbol, read and obey the safety message that follows it.
Failure to obey the safety message could result in personal injury or property damage.
INTRODUCTION
1. Unit is capabie of amputating hands
and feet and throwing objects.
Faiiure to observe the following
safety instructions could result in
serious injury or death.
2. Serious accidents which may cause
injury or property damage can occur if
the following safety guidelines are not
followed. Operator is solely
responsible for accidents or hazards
that occur when using unit. Preventing
accidents is the responsibility of every
equipment operator. Accidents can be
prevented. Be careful before, during
and immediately after use of any
powered equipment. The following
general safety precautions must be
fully understood and followed during
operation. Review these instructions
frequently and never take chances. If
you do not understand any part of this
manual or need assistance, contact
your dealer or our service department.
TRAINING
1. Read, understand and follow all
instructions in this manuai and on
unit before starting. A free
replacement manual is available from
the factory. To order a replacement
manual, contact the factory at the
address indicated in this manual.
Provide the model/serial number of
unit when ordering.
2. Read and understand the operator’s
manual provided with each attachment
used with this unit.
3. Read the engine operation and
maintenance manual provided with this
unit before operation. Read and foliow
all safety instructions provided in that
manual.
4. Only allow responsible adults, who are
familiar with the instructions, to
operate the unit.
5. Know the location and function of all
controls before operating unit. Know
how to stop engine and attachments
quickly in case of emergency.
Familiarize yourself with all safety and
operation decals on unit and
attachments. If these decals are
damaged or not legible, clean or
replace them as needed.
PREPARATION
1. Wear proper clothing when operating
unit. Always wear sturdy footwear
(preferably steel-toed shoes) and
hearing protection during operation.
a. Wear heavy leather gloves
whenever working near or
servicing any cutting edges on
unit.
b. Do not wear loose-fitting clothing,
jewelry, scarves, ties, etc., which
may get caught in moving parts.
Tie up or restrain long hair.
c. Do not operate unit while barefoot.
Do not wear sandals.
d. Wear long trousers.
e. Wear hearing protection.
2. Do not operate unit unit when tired, ill
or under the influence of alcohol
and/or other drugs.
3. Be prepared for an emergency. Keep a
first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.
Keep emergency telephone numbers
for ambulance, fire, hospital, doctor
and rescue near your telephone.