Kioti DK50 Owner's Manual page 10

15. When loading on a truck, securely fix a rugged
ramp with non-skids and check to see that there
are no people around before starting to load or
unload.
16. When loading or unloading, chock up or block
up the truck tires.
O P E R ATING THE P . T. O .
1. Stay clear of all rotating parts.
2. Keep all safety covers in place at all time.
3. When operating P . T.O.-drive equipment, shut off
the engine and wait until the P . T.O. stops before
getting off the tractor and disconnecting the
e q u i p m e n t .
Disengage PTO, stop engine and allow all
rotating components to come to complete stop
before connecting, disconnecting, adjusting or
cleaning any PTO driven equipment.
4. This tractor has a 560 rpm speed when shifting
the PTO control switch to "ON" to engage the
P TO clutch. Set the PTO control switch to "OFF"
to disengage the PTO clutch.
5. Do not wear loose clothing when operating the
power take-off when near rotating equipment.
USING 3-POINT HITCH
1. Use 3-point hitch only with equipment designed
for 3-point hitch usage.
2. When using 3-point hitch mounted implement, be
sure to install the proper counterballast weight on
the tractor.
DIESEL FUEL
1. Under no circumstances should gasoline, alcohol
or blended fuels be added to diesel fuel. These
combinations can create an increased fire or
explosive hazard. In a closed container such as a
fuel tank these blends are more explosive than
pure gasoline. Do not use these blends.
2. Never remove the fuel cap or refuel with the
engine running.
3. Do not smoke while refueling the tractor or when
standing near fuel. Keep any type of open flame
a w a y. Wait for the engine to cool before refueling.
4. Maintain control of the fuel filler pipe nozzle when
filling the tank.
5. Always tighten the fuel tank cap securely.
6. Keep equipment clean and properly maintained.
7. Do not drive equipment near open fires.
8. Never use fuel for cleaning purposes.
9. Do not fill the fuel tank to capacity. Allow room for
e x p a n s i o n .
10. Wipe up spilled fuel immediately.
6. POSSIBLE HAZARDS
- EXHAUST FUMES
( 1 )To avoid the danger of exhaust fume poisoning,
do not operate the engine in an enclosed building
without adequate ventilation to outside air.
( 2 ) While running the engine, protect workers and
animals from exhaust gas.
- FIRES
( 1 ) Always stop the engine before refueling. Keep
away from sparks and flames.