Sears 45-02153 User Manual

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rules For saFe oPeraTIon
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 operating equipment.
LOOK FOR THIS SYMBOL TO POINT OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS.  IT 
MEANS  — ATTENTION!  BECOME ALERT!  YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
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Read  the  towing  vehicle  owners  manual  and  towing
vehicle safety rules. Know how to operate your tractor 
before using the broadcast spreader attachment.
Read the chemical label instructions and cautions for
handling  and  applying  the  chemicals  purchased  for 
spreading.
Wear eye and hand protection when handling and when
applying lawn or garden chemicals.
Never operate tractor and spreader attachment without
wearing substantial footwear, and do not allow anyone 
to ride or sit on spreader attachment frame.
Never allow children to operate the tractor or spreader
attachment, and do not allow adults to operate without 
proper instructions.
Always begin with the transmission in first (low) gear and
with the engine at low speed, and gradually increase 
speed  as  conditions  permit.  Maximum  towing  speed 
- 10 M.P.H.
When towing broadcast spreader do not drive too close
to  a  creek  or  ditch  and  be  alert  for  holes  and  other 
hazards which could cause you to loose control of the 
broadcast spreader and tractor.
Before operating vehicle on any grade (hill) refer to the
safety rules in the vehicle owner's manual concerning 
safe operation on slopes. Stay off steep slopes!
Follow  maintenance  and  lubrication  instructions  as
outlined in this manual. 
1.  Hitch Tube
2.  Flow Control Arm
3.  Hitch Bracket
4.  Flow Control Mount Bracket
5.  Braces (2)
6.  Flow Control Rod
7.  Drive Wheel
8.  Wheel
9.  Hopper Assembly
 
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