Valtra 600 Operator's Manual page 8

Downhill --- Never drive downhill with the gear lever
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in neutral or the clutch pedal pressed down. Check the
brakes often. The brake pedals should be locked
together when driving on the road. Always change
down to a lower gear before driving down a steep
incline. When driving downhill do not brake
continuously---danger of overheating the brakes!
Running speed --- Adjust the speed to suit the
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driving surface, visibility and load. Avoid any sudden
increase or reduction (braking) in the running speed
as well as tight turns at high speed. If care is not taken
the tractor may tip over or the load may be displaced.
CAUTION: The maximum speed of the tractor must
not be altered.
Maximum operating forward speed is 40 Km/h, for
safety the maximum operating speed in reverse is
20 Km/h.
Power take ---off driven attachments --- When
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running with power take---off driven attachments or
machines it is very important that the prescribed safety
devices are used and that they are in good condition.
Serious accidents have occurred due to failure to use
prescribed safety devices. Follow the directions given
by the implement or machine manufacturer.
Check links --- When transporting implements on
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the three---point linkage, the check links must be
locked with the locking pins.
Emergency exits --- The cab is provided with six
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emergency exits. These are the doors, side windows,
rear window and roof.
Trailer load --- On tractors with trailers the load
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must be properly secured. The load must not obstruct
the driver's vision or cover lights and reflectors. Loads
wich project more than 1 m (39 in) behind the vehicle
train must be suitably marked. During day-time this is
done with a flag and during darkness with a red light
and reflector arrangement.
Trailer --- A trailer should only be coupled to the
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drawbar. A loaded drawbar must always be lowered
with the three---point linkage. Check that trailer brakes
are operating property and observe any special
instructions issued by the trailer manufacturer.
CAUTION: When the tractor is towing a trailer the
brake pedals must be locked together. The brakes
are not to be used individually for steering.
CAUTION: When using a trailer make sure that the
hitch latch is locked.
Front ---end loader --- When working with a front
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loader be sure that no one is in the working area.
There is a danger that the tractor may tip over when
the loader is lifted. The driver should put the front---end
loader in the down position before leaving the tractor.
Any special instructions issued by the loader
manufacturer should also be observed.
Running --- Before driving, always check that the
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tractor is in a safe condition for driving on the road.
Rear view mirrors should be adjusted for the correct
viewing angle before setting off. When towing an
implement whose centre of gravity is located at a
significant distance behind the tractor, the driver
should remember that there may be considerable
sway during cornering.
Differential lock --- The differential lock must only
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be used when driving on loose or slippery ground.
Never turn on a firm surface with the differential lock
engaged. The differential lock should be disengaged
when cornering.
Markings in operator's manual --- The above
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symbol occurs in the descriptions and instructions in
this manual to draw attention to points where extra
care is necessary to avoid personal injury. Where this
symbol appears it is particularly important to follow the
directions given.
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B. Safety precautions