Safe Operation - Kubota LX2620 Operator's Manual

SAFE OPERATION

Careful operation is your best insurance against an
accident.
Read and understand this manual carefully before
operating the tractor.
All operators, no matter how much experience they
may have, should read this and other related manuals
before operating the tractor or any implement attached
to it. It is the owner's obligation to instruct all operators
in safe operation.
BEFORE OPERATING THE
TRACTOR
Before operating the tractor, adhere to the following
instructions, and safely operate the tractor.
1. General
• Pay special attention to the safety labels on the
tractor.
• Do not operate the tractor or any implement
attached to it while under the influence of alcohol,
medication, controlled substances or while fatigued.
• Carefully check the vicinity before operating the
tractor or any implement attached to it. Check for
overhead clearance which may interfere with a CAB
or ROPS.
Do not allow any bystanders around or near the
tractor during operation.
• Before allowing other people to use your tractor,
explain how to operate and have them read this
manual before operation.
• Never wear loose, torn, or bulky clothing around the
tractor. It may catch on moving parts or controls,
leading to the risk of an accident.
Use additional safety items, such as a hard hat,
safety boots or shoes, eye and hearing protection,
gloves and so on, as appropriate or required.
• Do not allow passengers to ride on any part of the
tractor at any time. The operator must remain in the
tractor seat during operation.
• Check brakes, clutch, linkage pins and other
mechanical parts for improper adjustment and
wear. Replace worn or damaged parts promptly.
Check the tightness of all nuts and bolts regularly.
(See MAINTENANCE on page 93.)
• Keep your tractor clean. Dirt, grease, and trash
buildup may contribute to fires and lead to personal
injury.
• Use only implements meeting the specifications
listed in this manual or implements approved by
LX2620,LX2620SU
SAFE OPERATION
Kubota. (See IMPLEMENT LIMITATIONS on page
32.)
• Use proper weights on the front or rear of the
tractor to reduce the risk of upsets. When using the
front loader, put an implement or ballast on the 3-
point hitch to maintain proper balance and braking.
Follow the safe operating procedures specified in
the implement or attachment manual.
• The narrower the tread, the greater the risk of a
tractor upset. For maximum stability, adjust the
wheels to the widest practical tread width for your
application.
(See TIRES, WHEELS, AND BALLAST on page
80.)
(1) Rear wheels
• Do not modify
modification may affect the function of the tractor,
which may result in personal injury.
• Do not make any modifications to the engine or
emission components as they may result in
damage and malfunctions such as:
– Damage to the powertrain from excessive
engine output.
– Engine overheating caused by exceeding the
engine cooling performance capabilities.
– Malfunctions of the exhaust gas aftertreatment
control devices.
Modifications to the engine and its emission
components may violate emission regulations and
are subject to fines and penalties.
Kubota and its affiliates are not liable for any
damage, malfunction or accidents caused by
modifications to
components.
(A) Tread width
the tractor. Unauthorized
the engine or emission
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