Kubota M7040SU Operator's Manual page 12

4 SAFE OPERATION
14. When towing other equipment, use a safety chain and
place an SMV emblem on it as well.
(1) Safety chain
15. Set the implement lowering speed knob in the "LOCK"
position to hold the implement in the raised position.
(1) 3-point hitch lowering speed knob
3. PARKING THE TRACTOR
1. Disengage the PTO, lower all implements to the
ground, place all control levers in their neutral
positions, set the parking brake, stop the engine,
remove the key from the ignition and lock the cab door
(if equipped).
2. Make sure that the tractor has come to a complete
stop before dismounting.
3. Avoid parking on steep slopes, if at all possible park on
a firm and level surface; if not, park across a slope with
chock the wheels.
Failure to comply with this warning may allow the unit
to move and could cause injury or death.
4. OPERATING THE PTO
1. Wait until all moving components have completely
2. Keep the PTO shaft cover in place at all times.
(1) PTO Shaft cover
(2) PTO Shaft cap
3. Before installing or using PTO driven equipment, read
4. When operating stationary PTO driven equipment,
(A) "FAST"
(B) "SLOW"
(C) "LOCK"
5. USING 3-POINT HITCH
1. Use the 3-point hitch only with equipment designed for
2. When using a 3-point hitch mounted implement, be
stopped before getting off the tractor, connecting,
disconnecting, adjusting, cleaning, or servicing any
PTO driven equipment.
Replace the PTO shaft cap when the shaft is not in
use.
(A) "NORMAL POSITION"
(B) "RAISED POSITION"
the manufacturer's manual and review the safety
labels attached to the equipment.
always apply the tractor parking brake and place
chocks behind and in front of the rear wheels. Stay
clear of all rotating parts. Never step over rotating
parts.
3-point hitch usage.
sure to install the proper counterbalance weight on the
front of the tractor.