Kubota L4701 Operator's Manual page 14

SAFE OPERATION
5. Precautions for operating the
tractor on slopes
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and
tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or
death.
All slopes require extra caution.
• To avoid upsets of the tractor, always back it up
steep slopes. If you cannot back the tractor up on
the slope or if you feel uneasy to back it up on the
slope, do not operate on it. Stay off slopes too
steep for safe operation.
• Driving forward out of a ditch, mired condition or up
a steep slope increases the risk of the tractor to be
upset backward. Always back the tractor out of a
ditch, mired condition or steep slope. The 4-wheel
drive models require extra caution because their
increased traction can give the operator false
confidence in the ability of the tractor to climb
slopes.
• Keep all movement of the tractor on slopes slow
and gradual. Do not change speed or direction of
the tractor suddenly. Do not apply brake suddenly.
Do not move the steering wheel suddenly.
• Avoid disengaging the clutch or changing gears
speed when the tractor is climbing or going down a
slope. If operating the tractor on a slope,
disengaging the clutch or changing gears to neutral
could cause loss of control.
• You should pay special attention to the weight and
location of implements and loads because they will
affect the stability of the tractor.
• To improve stability of the tractor on slope, set the
widest wheel tread.
(See WHEEL ADJUSTMENT on page 83)
Follow recommendations for proper ballasting.
(See BALLAST on page 88)
6. Precautions for driving the tractor
on the road
• Lock the two brake pedals together to help assure
straight-line stops. Uneven braking at road speeds
could cause the tractor to tip over.
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[Manual transmission type]
[HST type]
(1) Brake pedal (LH)
(2) Brake pedal (RH)
(3) Brake pedal lock
• Check the engagement of front wheel. The braking
characteristics are different between 2-wheel drive
and 4-wheel drive. Know the difference and use
carefully.
• Always slow the tractor down before turning.
Turning at high speed may tip the tractor over.
• Make sure that the slow-moving-vehicle (SMV) sign
is clean and visible. Use the hazard lights and turn
signals as required.
(1) SMV emblem
• Follow all local traffic and safety regulations.
(A) Whenever traveling on the
road
(2) Bracket
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