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Safety
Before each tow: Check that the tail lights, brake lights and turn signals work correctly.
Improper electrical connection between the tow vehicle and the trailer will result in inoperable lights
and electric brakes, and can lead to collision.
Do not operate on public roads after dark without warning lights.
Be sure the rear of the unit has a clean "slow moving vehicle" emblem properly displayed. If towing
at less than 20 mph on any public roadway at night, proper warning and running lights are necessary
as required by state law!
DO NOT pull the unit without having safety chains attached to the tractor.
Refer to local transportation laws for regulation on safety chain use. Maximum speed is 20 mph.
Size of tractor must be sufficient to maintain vehicle stability when fully loaded.
Always use a hitch pin that has a safety clip pin!
If unit is equipped with the braking system, check oil level and braking capacity with a full load on
unit before operating the unit.
Check wheel bolts daily and tighten them as required.
Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts.
Insure all guards are in place before using.
Replace any parts which show signs of excessive wear, cracking, or likelihood of failure, with
original equipment service parts.
Be familiar with the levers controlling all hydraulically controlled components.
Before loading, make sure that the unit does not have any foreign object or material in it that can
cause equipment damage or personal injury.
Never enter the unit unless it is absolutely necessary. If a unit must be entered, take proper safety
precautions. Make sure tractor is turned off, key out, and pto uncoupled. Also have someone else at
the site, outside the unit and a proper life support system. Contact your Balzer dealer for more
information before you enter a unit.
Check that PTO slides freely, is not damaged and is secured properly to tractor and unit. Make sure
that there is approximately 1/3 over-lap of engagement. (Refer to Draw-Bar Adjustment)
PER OPERATION SAFETY
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