FERRI TR Series Maintenance And Use Manual page 18

SAFETY RULES
Never operate the tractor or implement until you have read and completely understand this
Manual, the Tractor Operator's Manual, and each of the Safety Messages found in the Manual
or on the tractor and implement.
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Start tractor only when properly seated in the Tractor seat. Starting a tractor in gear can result
in injury or death. Read the Tractor operator's manual for proper starting instructions.
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The manual must always be readly accessible, so that you consult it and check the operating cycle. If it is lost or damaged,
you must apply to FERRI for a replacement copy.
In case the machine is used for verge maintenance on public roads, the unit has to be driven
only by experienced personnel that knows how to drive the machine safely and correctly.
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Ensure to disengage power take off to the machine before starting the engine.
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The machine is designed to be used by only one operator.
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Never work with this machine if you are tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicines.
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Check that the machine has not suffered any damage during transport; if you find any signs of damage, notify FERRI imme-
diately.
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Keep the machine clean and free from foreign bodies (refuse, tools, various objects), which could damage its operation or
harm the operator.
Always wear seat belt. Serious injury or even death could result from falling off the tractor,
particularly during a turnover when operator could be pinned under the ROPS.
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Prolunged operation may cause operator boredom and fatigue affecting safe operation.
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Never operate the machine and tractor in a fatigue or bored mental state.
It is absolutely forbidden to climb or to ride on the machine when it is moving.
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Ensure that the PTO shaft is correctly fitted after each operation of connecting the machine.
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Disconnect the machine from the tractor only compact level ground, ensuring that it is still and stable (use the suitable sta-
bilising feet).
Check that the protections of the PTO transmission shaft are while and in good conditions.
When the machine non is not coupled to power takeoff, the hydraulic pipes must be placed
in the supports provided.
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In the event of breakage or deterioration of the PTO shaft protections, replace them immediately.
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Do not use the controls or the flexible pipes as handholds: these components are mobile and do not offer steady support.
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Never work, walk or stand under the lifted arm. Before you carry out any maintenance work under the arm when suspended,
make sure that the same is well and securely fastened or hooked to avoid accidental fall and damage.
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Never use the arm to raise people or objects.
Do not, for any reason, get in between the tractor and the mower with the engine running and
the power take off switched on.
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