Owner/Operator Responsibilities - MacDon R1 Series Operator's Manual

1.5 Owner/Operator Responsibilities

Owning and operating heavy equipment comes with certain duties.
CAUTION
• It is your responsibility to read and understand this manual completely before operating the pull-type. Contact your
Dealer if an instruction is not clear to you.
• Follow all safety messages in the manual and on safety decals on the machine.
• Remember that YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices protect you and the people around you.
• Before allowing others to operate the pull-type, for however short a time or distance, make sure they have been
instructed in its safe and proper use.
• Review the manual and all safety related items with all Operators annually.
• Be alert for other Operators not using recommended procedures or not following safety precautions. Immediately
correct mistakes to prevent accidents.
• Do NOT modify the machine. Unauthorized modifications may impair function and/or safety and affect
machine life.
• The safety information given in this manual does not replace safety codes, insurance needs, or laws governing your
area. Be sure your machine meets the standards set by these regulations.
• Ensure that the tractor is properly equipped to safely operate the pull-type. This may include adding ballast
according to tractor operator's manual requirements for attachments of this size and mass.
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