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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Thissymbol is used to call attention to instructionsconcerning personal safety. Be sure to observe and
follow these instructions. Take time to be careful!
WARNING: BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS FORAGE BOX, READ AND STUDY THE FOL
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LOWING SAFETY INFORMATION. IN ADDITION, MAKE SURE THAT EVERY INDIVIDUAL WHO OPERATES
OR WORKS WITH THE FORAGE BOX, WHETHER FAMILY MEMBER OR EMPLOYEE, IS FAMILIAR WITH
THESE SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.
Require anyone whowill operate this forage boxto readand completely understand this owner’smanual. Give necessary instruc
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tions.
DO NOT operate, service, inspector otherwisehandle this forage boxuntil all operators have read this Owner’sManual andhave
been properly trained in its intended usage.
DO NOT allow minors (children) or inexperienced persons to operate this forage box.
DO NOT clean, adjust or lubricate while the forage box is in motion.
Inspect when first delivered and regularly thereafter; that all connections and bolts are tight and secure before operating.
Know how to stop operation of the forage box before starting it!
DO NOT operate until all shields and guards are in place and securely fastened.
Make certain everyone is clear of the forage box before applying power.
Keep hands, feet and clothing away from moving parts. Loose or floppy clothing should not be worn by the operator.
Observe all applicable traffic laws when transporting on public roadways (where legal to do so). Check local laws for all highway
lighting and marking requirements.
Always install a SMV emblem on forage box for transporting on roadways and keep this emblem clean and bright.
DO NOT step up on any part of the forage box at any time. DO NOT use the PTO guard as a step.
Keep the forage box away from power lines. Contact with electric lines may result in serious injury or death by electrocution!
There are additional Safety precautions associated with Truck mounted units:
Iftheforage boxbecomesclogged,shut offthetruck, setparkbrake, removekeys,keep keysinyour possession,andallow allmechanismto stop.
Then, clean or work on the forage box as required.
Always shutoff the truck, removekeys, keep keys in your possession to preventaccidental startup or unexpected movement be
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fore working on forage box.
There are additional Safety precautions associated with Tractor towed units:
Iftheforageboxbecomes clogged,shutoffthetractor engineandallowall mechanismstostop.DisconnectPTO shaft.Then,clean
or work on the forage box as required.
Always shut offpower and disconnect PTO shaftfrom tractorto prevent accidental startup orunexpected movement before work
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ing on forage box.
DO NOT step over the power take-off shaft. Stay clear of the PTO at all times.
KeepPTOshafttelescopingtubeshieldsturningfreely.KeepPTOmastershield ontractor.Replacedamagedormissingshields.
Never operate PTO above normal 540 RPM rating. Never
connect forage box PTO shaft to a 1000 RPM tractor PTO.
Use only properly rated running gear and tires.
DO NOT tow at speeds in excess of 20 MPH when transporting this forage box. Never exceed a safe travel speed.
MEYER MFG. CORP.PROVIDES GUARDSFOR EXPOSEDMOVING PARTSFOR THEOPERATOR’S PROTECTION;HOW
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EVER, SOME AREAS CANNOT BEGUARDED ORSHIELDED IN ORDER TOASSURE PROPEROPERATION. THE OPERA
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TOR’S MANUAL AND DECALS ON THE FORAGE BOX ITSELF WARN YOU OF DANGERS AND MUST BE READ AND
OBSERVED CLOSELY!
Study the Above Safety Rules
FAILURE TO HEED MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
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