Tarter PFQA Operation And Assembly Manual page 10

walk or work under a raised loader.
Do not lift or carry anyone on the attachment. Do not
use the attachment as a work platform.
This Tarter attachment is intended for agricultural
applications only. Do not operate within 300 feet of
bystanders or public roads or highways.
Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from the
power unit and Tarter attachment while the power unit
engine is running. Stay clear of all moving parts.
Always sit in the power unit seat when operating
controls or starting engine. Securely fasten seat
belt, place transmission in neutral, engage brake
and ensure all other controls are disengaged before
starting the power unit engine.
Look down and to the rear and make sure area is clear
before operating in reverse.
Watch for hidden hazards on the terrain during
operation.
Do not operate on steep slopes.
Do not stop, start, or change directions suddenly on
slopes.
When handling material on a slope, always approach
the material with the power unit facing uphill.
Use extreme care and reduce ground speed on slopes
and rough terrain. When encountering rough terrain,
reduce the power unit speed to minimize the horizontal
movement of the Tarter attachment.
Do not use this Tarter attachment to lift the front or
back of the power unit off the ground. Doing so can
damage the Tarter attachment, power unit and cause
serious injury or death.
Stop the power unit and equipment immediately
upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine, remove
key, inspect, and repair any damage before resuming
operation.
MAINTENANCE
Make certain all movement of the power unit and
Tarter attachment components has stopped before
approaching for service.
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Before detaching the power unit from the
Tarter attachment or performing any service or
maintenance, follow these steps: disengage power to
the power unit, lower the front-end loader/attachment
to the ground, set parking brake, stop engine, remove
key, and unfasten seat belt.
Always secure attachment with solid supports. Do
not use concrete blocks, logs, buckets, or any other
material that could collapse or shift positions.
Before working underneath the power unit or a Tarter
attachment, carefully read this manual's instructions,
raise attachment, securely support all corners, and
check stability. Secure blocking prevents a Tarter
attachment from dropping due to hydraulic leak down,
hydraulic system failures or mechanical component
failures. Never depend on hydraulic system to keep
attachment in raised position.
Never go underneath a Tarter attachment (lowered to
the ground or raised) unless it is properly supported
and secured. Never place any part of the body
underneath the power unit or a Tarter attachment
or between moveable parts even when the engine
has been turned off. Hydraulic system leak down,
hydraulic system failures, mechanical failures, or
movement of control levers can cause a Tarter
attachment to drop or rotate unexpectedly and cause
severe injury or death. Follow the power unit and
Tarter attachment manual for working underneath
and blocking procedures.
Always wear relatively tight and belted clothing to
avoid getting caught in moving parts. Wear sturdy,
rough-soled work shoes and protective equipment for
eyes, hair, hands, ears, and head. When appropriate
wear a respirator or filter mask.
Keep all persons away from you while performing
adjustments, service or maintenance.
Frequently check for loose hardware, missing parts,
broken parts, structural cracks, and excessive wear.
SA F E TY