Transport Safety; Storage Safety; Maintenance Safety - Rankin LS-20-1 Operator's Manual

2.8

TRANSPORT SAFETY

1. Comply with state and local laws governing
highway safety and movement of machinery on
public roads.
2. The use of flashing amber lights is acceptable in
most localities. However, some localities pro-
hibit 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 em-
blem. 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. Do not drink and drive.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. A heavy load can cause instability of the tractor.
Use extreme care during travel. Slow down on
turns and watch out for bumps. The tractor may
need front counterweights to counterbalance the
weight of the machine.
10. Never allow riders on either tractor or machine.
2.9

STORAGE SAFETY

1. Store the unit in an area away from human
activity.
2. Do not permit children to play on or around the
stored machine.
3. Store the unit in a dry, level area. Support the
frame with planks if required.
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2.10

MAINTENANCE SAFETY

1. Good maintenance is your responsibility.
Poor maintenance is an invitation to trouble.
2. Follow good shop practices.
- Keep service
area clean and
dry.
- Be sure electrical
outlets and tools
are properly
grounded.
- 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 asphyxiation.
4. Before working on this machine, shut off the
engine, 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
periodic maintenance and servicing, genuine
factory replacement parts must be used to
restore your equipment to original specifica-
tions. The manufacturer will not be responsi-
ble 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
function, make sure all safety shields and
devices are installed before placing unit in
service.