Operation Safety; Hydraulic Safety; Servicing And Maintenance Safety - Hillco 2970H Operator's Manual

WARNING - A specific hazard or unsafe practice which COULD result in severe personal
injury or death if proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION - Unsafe practices which COULD result in personal injury if proper practices are
not taken, or as a reminder of good safety practices.

OPERATION SAFETY

1. Read and understand the Operator's Manual and all safety labels before operating the
leveling system.
2. Make sure that all controls are in the manual position before starting the combine.
3. Clear the area of all bystanders, especially children, before starting the leveling system
and during operation.
4. Make sure all safety shields are in place before operating the combine. Never operate
the machine with the shields removed.
5. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from all moving and/or rotating parts.
6. Stay seated in the cab during operation.
7. Operate controls only when sitting in the seat of the combine.
8. To avoid engine damage, do not run the machine for extended periods of time when it is
in the leveled over position.
9. Always travel at a safe speed. Use caution when making turns or traversing ditches.
10. There are restrictions as to tread width and tire selection. Refer to "Tread Width
Restrictions" for important information on these restrictions.
11. The use of after-market grain tank extensions is prohibited from use on combines
equipped with the Model 2970H leveling system.

HYDRAULIC SAFETY

1. Do not search for high-pressure hydraulic leaks without
hand and face protection. A tiny, almost invisible leak can
penetrate skin, thereby requiring immediate medical
attention. Gangrene may set in, in as few as 3 hours!
2. Use cardboard or wood to detect leaks – never your
hands!
3. Double check that all is clear before operating hydraulics.
4. Maintain proper hydraulic fluid levels.
5. Ensure all fittings and hoses are in good repair.
6. Do not make any repairs to the leveling system hydraulic system including: cylinders,
valves, hydraulic hoses, adapters, pumps, manifolds, or reservoirs without first contacting
you authorized Hillco dealer. These hydraulic components stabilize the chassis of the
combine. Improper repair or replacement of these components could lead to uncontrolled
leveling of the combine's chassis.

SERVICING AND MAINTENANCE SAFETY

1. Review the Operator's Manual and all safety items before servicing or maintaining the
leveling system.
2. Place the leveling system in the "Manual" mode (Auto/Manual Indicator not lit), stop the
combine engine, wait for any moving parts to stop, block the tires, the header, and the
cylinder areas before servicing, repairing, adjusting, or maintaining the leveling system.
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