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The use of flashing amber lights is acceptable in most localities. However, some localities
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prohibit their use. Local laws should be checked for all highway lighting and marking
requirements.
When driving the tractor and equipment on the road or highway under 40 kph (20 mph) at
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night or during the day, use flashing amber warning lights and a slow moving vehicle (SMV)
identification emblem.
Plan your route to avoid heavy traffic.
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Be a safe and courteous driver. Always yield to oncoming traffic in all situations, including
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narrow bridges, intersections, etc.
Be observant of bridge loading ratings. Do not cross bridges rated lower than the gross
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weight as which you are operating.
Watch for obstructions overhead and to the side while transporting.
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Always operate equipment in a position to provide maximum visibility at all times. Make
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allowances for increased length and weight of the equipment when making turns, stopping
the unit, etc.
Pick the levelest possible route when transporting across fields. Avoid the edges of ditches
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or gullies and steep hillsides.
Be extra careful when working on inclines.
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Maneuver the tractor or towing vehicle at safe speeds.
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Avoid overhead wires or other obstacles. Contact with overhead lines could cause serious
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injury or death.
Avoid loose fill, rocks and holes; they can be dangerous for equipment operation or
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movement.
Allow for unit length when making turns.
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Operate the towing vehicle from the operator's seat only.
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Never stand alongside of unit with engine running or attempt to start engine and/or operate
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machine while standing alongside of unit.
Never leave running equipment attachments unattended.
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