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Lubrication & Maintenance
This Manual is intended to point out some of the basic safety situations which may be encountered
during the normal operation and maintenance of your machine and to suggest possible ways of dealing
with these conditions. Read the manufacturer's operator manuals before operating the equipment. If
there are no manuals with the machine — request them from the manufacturer. Study them before you
start work.
If there is something in the manuals you don't understand, ask your supervisor or equipment dealer to
explain it to you.
Operating the PTO
When finishing operation of PTO driven equipment, shift PTO control to neutral, shut off the engine and
wait until the PTO stops before getting off the tractor.
Do not wear loose fitting clothing or long, free hanging hair when operating the power take-off, or when
near rotating equipment.
When operating stationary PTO driven equipment, always apply the tractor parking brake lock and block
the rear wheels front and back.
To avoid injury, do not clean, adjust, unclog or service PTO driven equipment when the tractor engine is
running.
Never exceed the recommended operating speed for the particular equipment in use (see implement
operator's manual).
PTO mounted drive shafts must only be used for their intended purpose
Implement input drivelines, clutches and freewheels are designed for specific machine types and power
requirements. They must not be replaced by any shaft other than that recommended by the implement
manufacturer. Note the tractor and implement manufacturers' Operating Instructions. Ensure that the
implement input driveline is securely connected at both ends.
PTO Maintenance
This Safety Alert Symbol means
Attention! Become alert!
Your safety is involved!
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