Safety Precautions; Hazard Statements; Safety Rules; Replacing Safety And Information Signs - Valtra T144 Operator's Manual

1. Safety precautions

1 Safety precautions
Always follow the safety precautions given when working with the tractor.
The regulations given do not release the operator from statutory and other
national regulations regarding traffic safety and occupational health and safety.
In addition to the precautions given in this manual, always follow the safety
regulations applicable to different types of working sites and existing road traffic
laws.
1.1

Hazard statements

Five types of notifications are used in the documentation.
IMPORTANT: Indicates special instructions or procedures which, if not strictly
observed, could result in damage to or destruction of the machine, process or
surroundings.
NOTE: Indicates points of particular interest for a more efficient and convenient
repair or operation.
1.2

Safety rules

1.2.1

Replacing safety and information signs

Replacement signs are available from your dealer in the event of loss or damage.
1. Replace any danger, warning, caution or instruction signs that are not
readable or are missing.
1.2.2

Safety signs

The safety signs on the tractor draw attention to possible dangers related to
certain parts or equipment of the tractor. The safety signs must be clean and
clearly visible. Worn or detached safety signs must be replaced.
DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, results in death or very serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not
avoided, may result in minor injury.
WARNING: Do not remove or obscure danger, warning, caution or
instructions signs.
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