Your safety is our top priority. The Cyclone Rake is a powerful machine that requires proper handling and safety precautions. This guide covers essential safety information to ensure you get the most out of your equipment while staying safe.
Noise Levels and Personal Protection
The Cyclone Rake has a decibel rating of approximately 102, which is equivalent to the noise level of a chainsaw at 3 feet away or a snowmobile. For your protection:
Always wear ear protection when operating your Cyclone Rake
Always wear eye protection to guard against flying debris
Consider wearing gloves and sturdy footwear when operating the equipment
Engine and Operation Safety
Never start the engine unless it is bolted firmly to the chassis and the chassis is attached to your riding mower or tractor
The wheels on the engine unit are for storage only and will not support the engine while running
Never use the engine unit as a stand-alone vacuum - it must always be bolted to the chassis before operating to prevent serious roll-away accidents
Never modify the design of the equipment or any of its accessories - this could result in serious injury or equipment damage
Keep the engine/blower unit free from organic material buildup - clean this area after every use
Connection and Hose Safety
Never change hoses unless the engine is completely stopped
Never operate unless all hoses and airflow connections are firmly latched in place
Never clear jams unless both the Cyclone Rake and mower engines are stopped
Operational Precautions
Never stand or work directly behind the Cyclone Rake when the engine is running - high-velocity air and debris venting through the top screen can cause serious injury
Never dump the collector unless the engine is stopped
Never open the collector bag when the engine is running, even to check contents - always stop the engine first
Look carefully before backing up, as you cannot see directly behind when reversing
Only vacuum organic lawn debris - never attempt to vacuum metal, glass, trash, stones, sand, carpentry cuttings, or anything else except natural lawn debris
Maintenance Safety
Stop the engine and remove the spark plug wire before performing any service or adjustment functions
Do not change engine or governor settings - they are set for your safety
Check all bolts and fittings for tightness at frequent intervals
If you sense any abnormal vibration, immediately stop the equipment and check thoroughly
Use only the nylon lock nuts and fasteners supplied with the Cyclone Rake for product assembly
General Safety
Do not allow children to operate this equipment
Keep children and pets away from the operating area
Never fill the fuel tank indoors
Never smoke while fueling
Always wipe up any fuel spills immediately
Following these safety guidelines will help ensure years of safe, effective operation of your Cyclone Rake.
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