2�11 Transport Safety; 2�12 Maintenance Safety - Wallenstein WX510 Operator's Manual

2.11 TRANSPORT SAFETY
1� Comply with state and local laws governing
highway safety and movement of machinery on
public roads�
2� The use of flashing amber lights is acceptable in
most localities� However, some localities pro-
hibit their use� Local laws should be checked for
all highway lighting and marking requirements�
3� At all times, when driving the tractor and equip-
ment on the road or highway under 20 mph (32
kph) use flashing amber warning lights and a
slow moving vehicle (SMv) identification em-
blem� Do not exceed 20 mph (32 kph)� reduce
speed on rough roads and surfaces�
4� Plan your route to avoid heavy traffic�
5� Be sure the trailer is hitched positively to the
towing vehicle and a retainer is used through
the hitch coupler� Always attach a safety chain
between the hitch and the towing vehicle�
6� Always install transport locks, pins or brackets
before transporting�
7� Do not drink and drive�
8� Be a safe and courteous driver� Always yield to
oncoming traffic in all situations, including nar-
row bridges, intersections, etc� Watch for traffic
when operating near or crossing roadways�
9� Never allow riders on either tractor or machine�
2.12 MAINTENANCE SAFETY
1� Good maintenance is your responsibility�
Poor maintenance is an invitation to trouble�
2� Follow good shop practices�
- Keep service
area clean and
dry�
- Be sure electrical
outlets and tools
are properly
grounded�
- Use adequate
light for the job at
hand�
3� Make sure there is
plenty of ventilation� Never operate the en-
gine of the towing vehicle in a closed building�
The exhaust fumes may cause asphyxiation�
4� Before working on this machine, shut off the
engine, set the brakes, and remove the igni-
tion keys�
6� Never work under equipment unless it is
blocked securely�
7� Use personal protection devices such as eye,
hand and hearing protectors, when performing
any service or maintenance work�
8� Where replacement parts are necessary for
periodic maintenance and servicing, genuine
factory replacement parts must be used to
restore your equipment to original specifica-
tions� The manufacturer will not be responsi-
ble for injuries or damages caused by use of
unapproved parts and/or accessories�
9� A fire extinguisher and first aid kit should be
kept readily accessi-
ble while performing
maintenance on this
equipment�
10� Periodically tighten
all bolts, nuts and screws and check that all
cotter pins are properly installed to ensure unit
is in a safe condition�
11� When completing a maintenance or service
function, make sure all safety shields and
devices are installed before placing unit in
service�
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