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General Information
SERVICING
General Operation and Service
Operating
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Read and understand all the operating and safety
precautions before operating the machinery.
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In addition to the equipment configuration and
design, hazard control and accident prevention
depend on awareness, concern, prudence and
proper training of the personnel in the operation,
maintenance,
transport
equipment.
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Always raise the implement, shut off the tractor
engine, set the brakes, shift to park position (or
neutral) and install the cylinder lockup channels
before working around the machine.
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Avoid working under the planter. However, if it
becomes unavoidable to do so, make sure the planter
is securely blocked and the cylinder lockup channels
are in place.
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Do not attempt to lubricate or adjust the planter while
the machine is in operation.
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The machinery operation must be performed only by
persons who are responsible and delegated to do so.
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Only the operator must be permitted on the tractor
(unless tractor has a factory-installed instructor seat)
when the tractor and the planter are moving. Never
permit anyone to ride on the planter.
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Avoid wearing loose-fitting clothing and jewelry.
Always tie up long hair that can be caught in the
moving parts.
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Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) such as,
but not limited to, protection for eyes, lungs, ears,
head, hands and feet when operating, servicing or
repairing the equipment.
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Make sure all persons are clear before operating the
tractor or machine.
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Do not leave the tractor or implement unattended
with the engine running.
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and
storage
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the
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Never attempt to operate the planter unless seated in
the operator's seat on the tractor with the seat belt
fastened.
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The tractor must be equipped with rollover protective
structure (ROPS), and a seat belt. Use the seat belt
during operation.
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Make sure the tractor is in good operating condition,
and has adequate braking capabilities.
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Do not dismount from a moving tractor.
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Regulate the ground speed to field conditions, and
maintain control at all times.
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When working around discs, be careful to not get cut
on the sharp edges.
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Watch for overhead wires or other obstructions when
raising markers, and when moving the planter with
the marker(s) raised.
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Disconnect the planter. Store the planter where
children do not normally play. Stabilize the planter by
using suitable supports, and block the wheels.
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Always lower the planter when not in use and relieve
pressure in the hoses and cylinders.
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Do not allow children to ride on, play on, or operate
equipment. Always keep children away from the
equipment operating, servicing, and storage areas.
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Do not stand between the tractor and planter to install
the hitch pin when the tractor engine is running.
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