Priefert Speed Trainer Operator's Manual
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Speed Trainer
Personal Calf Roping Trainer
Operator’s Manual
Safety related warnings and instructions follow this Alert Symbol and are used to get your attention so you may avoid serious
injury or death to you and others. Read the Operator’s Manual in it’s entirety!
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Congratulations on choosing “Priefert’s Speed Trainer.”
The Speed Trainer by Priefert was developed with the assistance of
8x World Champion Team Roper Speed Williams. This training aid is
designed to improve a competitor’s horsemanship, roping, and their
overall speed in their chosen event.
The stationary”Speedy”model can be set up in any location to allow the
rider to isolate and practice a wide variety of the aspects that make up a
good run.
Made with quality products, the Priefert Speed Trainer is designed to
perform dependably and provide years of service.
REMEMBER SAFETY FIRST!
Be Alert - Eliminate unsafe habits and risky behavior,
recognize hazards as they exist and read and follow these
Operational Instructions to successfully operate the
Priefert Speed Trainer.
Terminology
“Right” or “Left” as used in this manual is determined by facing forward
in the direction the operator would be seated while in use, unless otherwise
stated.
“NOTE:” provides the operator a brief summary of information that will
assist in operating the equipment.
“IMPORTANT:” denotes that the following content has signicance in the
operation or maintenance of the equipment.
“REMINDER:” provides information previously addressed, but important
enough to address again for equipment or assembly familiarization.
Owner Assistance
If customer service or repair parts are required, contact Priefert
Manufacturing to reach our trained personnel who will assist you with
repair parts and equipment needed to service your Speed Trainer. The parts
on your Speed Trainer have been specically designed and should only
be replaced with genuine Priefert parts. Therefore, should your Priefert
Speed Trainer require replacement parts, contact our Support Center.
Customer Service
Priefert Manufacturing wants you to be satised with your new Speed
Trainer. If for any reason you are not satised with the equipment, the
following actions are suggested:
Contact your Priefert Ranch Equipment dealer and discuss any problems
that you may be experiencing. Allow them the opportunity to assist in
correcting any problems that you may be experiencing.
READ AND UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION.
Follow all safety warnings and recommendations.
Additional information is provided in the Appendix
at the end of this manual.
Using this manual:
This manual provides information necessary to safely and eectively
operate your Speed Trainer. This manual also provides manufacturer’s
recommendation of proper use and operation, as well as, instructions for
height and sensitivity adjustments. Read these instructions completely
prior to use and adjustments, and follow the recommendations to help
ensure safe and eective operation.
The information contained herein was current at the time of printing. These
instructions are a compilation of engineering data and eld experience, and
are designed to help you with proper safety, operation and adjustments.
Your model may vary in design and conguration from those shown in this
manual. There is a possibility that some illustrations in our manuals were
of prototype models. Design of production models may vary in detail from
those shown in our manuals.
Priefert Manufacturing maintains an ongoing program of continuous
product improvement. Therefore, Priefert reserves the right to make
improvements or modications in design, or specication changes without
incurring any obligation to replace said items on units previously sold.
Your Speed Trainer has an instructional DVD, and this manual available
online in PDF format. Both have been designed to assist you in achieving
optimal results with your Speed Trainer.
For further assistance contact:
Priefert Manufacturing
Attention: Customer Service
2630 South Jeerson
P.O. Box 1540
Mount Pleasant, Texas 75456-1540
1-800-527-8616
Web-site address:
www.priefert.com
sales.priefert.com
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Safety Alert Symbols
The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL indicates there is a potential
hazard to personal safety involved and extra safety precaution must be
taken. When you see this symbol, be alert and carefully read the message
that follows it. In addition to design and conguration of equipment, hazard
control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness,
concern, prudence and proper training of personnel involved in the
operation, transport, maintenance and storage of equipment.
Owner/operator can prevent and may be responsible for accidents
or injuries occurring to other people, themselves, and/or property and
equipment.
Thoroughly read and understand the installation, operation, references
and other material supplied with the Speed Trainer. If the installer or
operator cannot read English, it is the owner’s responsibility to explain
this material to them.
Adult Supervision is mandatory during the use of this equipment.
Do not allow untrained people to operate or service equipment.
Warning
Be familiar with the proper use of this equipment prior to operation.
Improper use or use other than intended by the manufacturer can lead
to injury or death.
Safety Practices
The Speed Trainer is a tool to assist in the training of roping skills and
should be used for that purpose only. Therefore, Priefert requires that
anyone using the Speed Trainer be familiar with functions and adjustments
to provide the best and safest results.
Follow these guidelines when using the Speed Trainer:
• Do Not Attempt to tow the Speed Trainer, or propel it in any manner.
The Speed Trainer is designed for stationary use only.
• Do Not use the Speed Trainer on hills, or attempt to roll during use.
• Use the Speed Trainer on solid, level surface, such as hard-packed road
surface or concrete.
• Never use the Speed Trainer on soft surface ground or on arena base.
The Speed Trainer is not stable on soft surfaces.
• Never allow children to use the Speed Trainer without adult supervision.
• Never allow more than one person on the Speed Trainer at any time.
• Always use a saddle. Always fasten the saddle securely.
• Never attempt to raise or lower while seated on, or while others are
seated on the Speed Trainer. Make all adjustments prior to mounting
the Speed Trainer.
• Keep hands and feet clear of moving parts while adjusting the height of
the Speed Trainer.
• Visually inspect the Speed Trainer prior to use. Make sure all components
are in proper working order. If necessary, make repairs prior to use.
Follow basic electrical safety precautions to protect yourself from
harm and the equipment from damage.
To avoid a shock hazard:
• Make sure all electric cords are in good condition before use.
• Do not exceed 100 feet when using extension cords.
• Connect all power cords to a properly wired and grounded electrical
outlet.
• The Speed Trainer is designed to operate on 110VAC 60Hz current only.
• Disconnect the attached power cords, extension cords or cables after
use.
• Never move or relocate the Speed Trainer while connected to an
electrical power source.
• Do not connect or disconnect any power cords attached to this product
during an electrical storm.
• Never expose Speed Trainer to rain or inclement weather conditions.
Be sure Trainer is dry prior to connecting to any power source.
• Contact Priefert Manufacturing prior to attempting service or repairs to
any electrical component. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
BE AWARE OF SIGNAL WORDS: A signal word designates a degree of level of hazard seriousness.
NOTE: Provides helpful information to the operator.
IMPORTANT: Indicates failure to observe may cause damage to
equipment.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury, and includes hazards
that are exposed when guards are removed. It may also be used to alert
against unsafe practices.
1. Sentry Insurance, FEMA, Owner’s and Operators Manuals for Farm Equipment, Sentry Insurance, Stevens Point, WI, revised Management Bulletin No. 112, 90-42;
March 2007, pp S-2.
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CAUTION: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to
alert against unsafe practices.
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DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This signal word is limited
to the most extreme situations, typically for machine components that,
for functional purposes cannot be guarded.
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