Getting Into And Out Of The Cab; Driving On Public Roads - Valtra HiTech T3 Series Operator's Manual

1. Safety precautions
• Operator Protection Structure (OPS)
• Hazardous substances EN 15695-1:2009
• Forest work
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1.2.4.2

Getting into and out of the cab

When getting into and out of the cab, pay special attention to safety issues.
• Always use three-point contact with the tractor and face the tractor when
getting in and out.
• Use handrails, grab handles and steps when getting in and out.
• Do not use the control levers as a handhold.
• Do not step on pedals when getting in and out.
• Never attempt to get into or out from a moving tractor.
• Never jump off a tractor.
1.2.4.3

Driving on public roads

When driving the tractor on public roads, pay special attention to the safety issues.
• Before driving
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DANGER: Protection against penetrating objects is not provided
(no OPS available) if the cab of your tractor is fitted with windows
made of glass. Protection against penetrating objects is provided
in accordance with ISO 8084 (OPS is available) if the cab of your
tractor is fitted with windows made of polycarbonate, except the
Side visibility cab (no OPS in Side visibility cab). Before operating,
make sure the protection is adequate for your work conditions.
DANGER: The cab is classified as category 2 according to the
draft of EN15695-1:2009. Protection against dust is provided.
Protection against hazardous substances (agricultural chemicals,
etc.) is not provided. Personal protective equipment must be used
according to the chemical manufacturer's recommendations.
Without air conditioning and with manual air conditioning the fan
knob position must be 3 or higher and recirculation must be
closed. With automatic air conditioning the fan speed must be set
to maximum.
When working in forest, pay special attention to safety issues. The
specific dangers related to forest work are overturning, falling objects and
penetrating objects.
Check that the tractor is safe for driving on the road.
Adjust the rear view mirrors to give the correct viewing angle.
Lock the check links with pins when transporting implements using three-
point linkage.
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