Driving The Skid Steer And Mower - Alamo SL72 Operator's Manual

8. DRIVING THE SKID STEER AND MOWER

Safe skid steer transport requires the operator to
possess a thorough knowledge of the model being
operated and precautions to take while driving with
a front attachment. Ensure the skid steer has the
capacity to handle the weight of the mower and the
skid steer operating controls are set for safe
transport. OPS-SS-0021
Transport only at safe speeds. Serious accidents and injuries can result
from operating this equipment at unsafe speeds. Understand the Power
Unit and Implement and how it handles before transporting on streets and highways. Make
sure the Power Unit steering and brakes are in good condition and operate properly.
Before transporting the Power Unit and Implement, determine the safe transport speeds for
you and the equipment. Make sure you abide by the following rules:
• Test the Power Unit at a slow speed and increase the speed slowly. Apply the Brakes
smoothly to determine the stopping characteristics of the Power Unit and Implement.
As you increase the speed of the Power Unit the stopping distance increases. Deter-
mine the maximum safe transport speed for you and this Equipment.
• Test the equipment at a slow speed in turns. Increase the speed through the turn only
after you determine that it is safe to operate at a higher speed. Use extreme care and
reduce your speed when turning sharply to prevent the tractor and implement from turn-
ing over. Determine the maximum safe turning speed for you and this equipment before
operating on roads or uneven ground.
• Only transport the Power Unit and Implement at the speeds that you have determined
are safe and which allow you to properly control the equipment.
Be aware of the operating conditions. Do not operate the Power Unit with weak or faulty
brakes. When operating down a hill or on wet or rain slick roads, the braking distance
increases: use extreme care and reduce your speed. When operating in traffic always use
the Power Unit's flashing warning lights and reduce your speed. Be aware of traffic around
you and watch out for the other guy.
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OPERATION
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