Alamo Great White 8650-A Operator's Manual page 66

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WARNING!
Secure the Implement for transport before traveling on public roads. For pull-type Implements,
secure the center axle using cylinder stops or transport pin and properly attach a safety chain
between the Implement and Tractor.
WARNING!
Transport only at safe speeds. Serious accidents and injuries can
result from operating this equipment at unsafe speeds. Understand
the Tractor and Implement and how it handles before transporting
on streets and highways. Make sure the Tractor steering and brakes
are in good condition and operate properly.
Before transporting the Tractor and Implement, determine the safe
transport speeds for you and the equipment.
abide by the following rules:
1.
Test the tractor at a slow speed and increase the speed slowly.
Apply the Brakes smoothly to determine the stopping
characteristics of the Tractor and Implement.
As you increase the speed of the Tractor the stopping distance
increases.
you and this Equipment.
2.
Test the equipment at a slow speed in turns. Increase the speed
through the turn only after you determine that it is safe to operte
at a higher speed. Use extreme care and reduce your speed en
turning sharply to prevent the tractor and implement from turnng
over. Determine the maximum safe turning speed for you and is
equipment before operating on roads or uneven ground.
3.
Only transport the Tractor and Implement at the speeds that you
have determined are safe and which allow you to properly con-
trol the equipment.
Be aware of the operating conditions. Do not operate the Tractor
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 Tractor's flashing warning lights and reduce your speed. Be
aware of traffic around you and watch out for the other guy.
8650A 07/05
© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERATION
(STI-7)
Determine the maximum safe transport speed for
Operation Section 4-30
Make sure you
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