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TRANSPORT SAFETY
1.
Comply with state and local laws governing high-
way safety and movement of farm machinery on
public roads.
2.
The use of flashing amber lights is acceptable in
most localities. However, some localities prohibit
their use. Local laws should be checked for all
highway lighting and marking requirements.
3.
At all times, when driving the tractor and equip-
ment on the road or highway under 20 mph (32
kph) use flashing amber warning lights and a slow
moving vehicle (SMV) identification emblem. Do
not exceed 20 mph (32 kph). Reduce speed on
rough roads and surfaces.
4.
Plan your route to avoid heavy traffic.
5.
Always install transport locks, pins or brackets
before transporting.
6.
Always use a drawbar pin with retainer and a safety
chain.
7.
Do not drink and drive.
8.
Be a safe and courteous driver. Always yield to
oncoming traffic in all situations, including narrow
bridges, intersections, etc. Watch for traffic when
operating near or crossing roadways.
9.
Turn into curves or go up or down hills only at a
low speed and at a gradual steering angle. Make
certain that at least 20% of the tractor's weight is
on the front wheels to maintain safe steerage. Slow
down on rough or uneven surfaces.
10. Never allow riders on either tractor or machine.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
1.
Good maintenance is your responsibility. Poor
maintenance is an invitation to trouble.
2.
Follow good shop practices.
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Keep service
area clean and
dry.
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Be sure
electrical
outlets and
tools
are properly
grounded.
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Use adequate
light for the job
at hand.
3.
Make sure there is plenty of ventilation. Never
operate the engine of the towing vehicle in a closed
building. The exhaust fumes may cause asphyxia-
tion.
4.
Before working on this machine, shut off the en-
gine, set the brakes, and remove the ignition keys.
6.
Never work under equipment unless it is blocked
securely.
7.
Use personal protection devices such as eye, hand
and hearing protectors, when performing any
service or maintenance work.
8.
Where replacement parts are necessary for peri-
odic maintenance and servicing, genuine factory
replacement parts must be used to restore your
equipment to original specifications. The manu-
facturer will not be responsible for injuries or
damages caused by use of unapproved parts and/or
accessories.
9.
A fire extinguisher and first aid kit should be kept
readily accessible
while performing
maintenance on this
equipment.
10. Periodically tighten
all bolts, nuts and
screws and check
that all cotter pins are properly installed to ensure
unit is in a safe condition.
11. When completing a maintenance or service func-
tion, make sure all safety shields and devices are
installed before placing unit in service.
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