Operating The Pto; Diesel Fuel - Zetor HORTUS HS Series Operator's Manual

Operating The PTO

1. When operating PTO driven equipment, shut off the engine and wait until the PTO stops before
getting off the tractor and disconnecting the equipment.
2. Do not wear loose clothing when operating the power take-off or near rotating equipment.
3. When operating stationery PTO driven equipment, always apply the tractor parking brake and block
the rear wheels from front and rear side.
4. To avoid injury, always move down flip part of PTO. Do not clean, adjust or service PTO driven
equipment when the tractor engine is running.
5. Make sure the PTO master shield is installed at all times and always replace the PTO shield cap when
the PTO is not in use.

Diesel Fuel

Diesel complies with EN 590 standard
IMPORTANT NOTE!
By using motor oil with elevated sulphur content, the service life
of diesel particle filter can be significantly reduced.
1. Keep the equipment clean and properly maintained.
2. Under no circumstances should gasoline, alcohol or blended fuels be added to diesel fire or explosive
hazard. Such blends are more explosive than pure gasoline. In a closed container, such as a fuel
tank. DO NOT USE THESE BLENDS.
3. Never remove the fuel cap or refuel the tractor with the engine running.
4. Do not smoke while refueling or when standing near fuel.
5. Maintain control of the fuel filler pipe when filling the tank.
6. Do not fill the fuel tank to capacity. Allow room for expansion.
7. Wipe up spilled fuel immediately.
8. Always tighten the fuel cap securely.
9. If the original fuel tank cap is lost, replace it with genuine cap. A none approved cap may not be safe.
10. Do not drive equipment near open fire.
11. Never use fuel for cleaning purpose.
12. Arrange fuel purchases so that winter grade fuel are not held over and used in the spring.
*N.B: It is suggested that after repairs if any of the safety decal / sign is peeled / defaced, the same may be
replaced immediately in interest of your safety.
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