Safety Precaution - Mitsubishi 1540 FD Owner's Manual

Any improper handling of this tractor could lead to an accident. Prior to the
operation of the tractor, be sure to read the Instruction Manual carefully
and have a thorough understanding of the description. In particular, the
instructions given in "Safety Precautions" must be strictly followed.
When running the tractor at high speed or on roads, make sure the right and left brake pedals
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are interlocked so that they will not be operated independently
Make sure that a guard is in place when operating the belt pully or PTO driven shaft.
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Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing when operating the tractor. Loose jackets,
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shirts, sleeves or other loose clothing should not be worn because of the danger of catching
them in moving parts, engine or implement.
When leaving the tractor, be sure to stop the engine, applying the parking brake and pulling out
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the starting key.
Never make sharp turns at high speeds.
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When descending a slope in reverse, be sure not to abruptly operate the clutch or the brake.
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Never operate the differential lock when running on a public road.
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When making a sharp turn, confirm that the differential lock is disengaged.
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Never operate the tractor on a slope that seems to be dangerous. Do not operate the clutch,
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brake, throttle lever and steering wheel abruptly on a slope as it is dangerous. Be careful
particularly when running on a slippery road.
DO not carry any passengers on the tractor, nor on the linkage drawbars and implements.
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When towing, set the hitch point below the center line of the rear axle.
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When refueling, be sure to stop the engine. Also take special care so that the fuel will not catch
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fire.
Use a safe fuel container. Fill the tank outdoors and wipe up spilled fuel. Replace the fuel cap
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securely.
Never touch engine parts after operating the tractor or the engine until parts have had
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sufficient time to cool.
Always keep positive battery post covered with the rubber boot on the end of the cable.
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Never operate the tractor engine in a closed building where carbon monoxide fumes can collect.
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Do not allow Children to operate the tractor, nor adults to operate it without proper instruction
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When mounting an implement on the tractor, be sure to follow the instructions given in "Safety
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Precautions" in the implement Operation Manual.
When running the 4-WD tractor on roads, be sure to place the front drive shift lever in OFF.
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SAFETY PRECAUTION