Brinly PA-40 BH Plug Aerator - Manual (Page 3)

L-1762 Rev. E 3
SAFETY
TO HELP PREVENT BODILY INJURY DUE TO LOSS
OF STABILITY OR CONTROL:
• Do not exceed maximum towing capacity of towing vehicle
listed in the vehicle operator's manual.
• Do not tow this machine behind a motor vehicle such as a
car, truck or ATV.
• Towing this machine behind a ZTR (Zero Turning Radius)
mower is not recommended due to the sharp turning ability
of the ZTR. Damage to this machine or the ZTR may result.
ZTR’s typically operate at higher speeds. Operating above 5
mph may result in damage to this machine.
SAFETY
Read the general safety operating precautions in your towing
vehicle operator's manual for additional safety information.
PROTECT BYSTANDERS
• Keep bystanders away when you operate this machine.
• Before you back look carefully behind for bystanders.
• Before you operate any feature of this machine, observe
your surroundings and look for bystanders.
OPERATE SAFELY
• Use this machine for intended purpose only.
• This machine is intended for use in lawn care and home
applications.
• Do not tow behind a vehicle on a highway or in any high
speed applications. Do not tow at speeds higher than
maximum recommended towing speed.
• Towing speed should always be slow enough to maintain
control. Travel slowly over rough ground.
• Do not let children or an untrained person operate machine.
• Do not let anyone, especially children, ride on this machine
or the towing vehicle.
• Check towing vehicle brake action before you operate.
Adjust or service brakes as necessary.
• Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix
damaged parts immediately. Replace worn or broken parts.
Replace all worn or damaged safety and instruction decals.
• Do not modify the machine or safety devices. Unauthorized
modifications to the towing vehicle or machine may impair its
function and safety, and void the warranty.
• Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight.
TOWING SAFELY
• Stopping distance increases with speed and weight of
towed load. Travel slowly and allow extra time and distance
to stop.
• Total towed weight must not exceed limits specified in
towing vehicle operator's manual.
• Excessive towed load can cause loss of traction and loss
of control on slopes. Reduce towed weight when operating
on slopes.
• Use only approved hitches. Tow only with a machine that
has a hitch designed for towing. Do not attach this machine
except at the approved hitch point.
• Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for weight
limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes. Use
counterweights or wheel weights as described in the towing
vehicle operator's manual.
• Do not turn sharply. Use additional caution when turning or
operating under adverse surface conditions. Use care when
reversing. To avoid jack-knifing, do not allow towing vehicle
wheels to contact tow bar.
• Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill.
KEEP RIDERS OFF TOWED ATTACHMENT
• Keep riders off towed attachment.
• Riders on a towed attachment are subject to injury, such as
being struck by objects and being thrown off the attachment
during sudden starts, stops and turns.
• Riders obstruct the operator's view, resulting in the
attachment being used in an unsafe manner.
• Keep riders off of tow bar.
KEEP BODY PARTS FROM UNDER TOW BAR
Before disconnecting this machine from towing vehicle hitch
plate:
• Stop on level ground.
• Stop towing vehicle engine.
• Lock towing vehicle park brake.
• Block wheels of the machine.
• Make sure body parts are not under tow bar.