A-8 79022791 B Rev.
SAFETY
Before Operation
Clear all personnel from the tractor and from the area.
Clear all obstacles from the tractor's path. Beware of
hazards (wires, ditches, etc).
Be sure that all windows are clean. Secure the doors and
the windows in the open position or in the shut position.
Adjust the rearview mirrors for the best visibility close to
the tractor. Make sure that the horn, the backup alarm (if
equipped), and all other warning devices are working
properly.
Fasten the seat belt securely, low around your hips.
Operation
Only operate the tractor while you are in the operator's
seat. The seat belt must be fastened around you while
you operate the tractor. Only operate the controls while
the engine is running.
Check for proper operation of all controls and of all
protective devices while you operate the tractor slowly in
an open area.
Make sure that no one will be endangered before you
move the tractor.
Report any damage that was noted during operation of
the tractor. Make any necessary repairs.
Hold attachments approximately 40 cm (15 inches) above
ground level while you drive the tractor. Do not drive the
tractor near an overhang, near the edge of a cliff, or near
the edge of an excavation.
If the tractor begins to sideslip on a grade, immediately
dispose of the load and turn the tractor downhill.
Be careful to avoid any ground condition which could
cause the tractor to tip.
A rollover of the tractor can occur when you work on hills,
on banks, or on slopes. A rollover of the tractor can also
occur when you cross ditches, ridges, or other
unexpected obstacles.
When possible, operate the tractor up slopes and down
slo
pes. Avoid operating the tractor across the slope, when
possible.
Keep the tractor under control. Do not overload the tractor
beyond capacity.
Make sure that the towing devices are adequate for the
application.
Make sure that the components on the three-point hitch
are adequate for the application.
Connect trailing equipment only to a drawbar or to a hitch.
Never straddle a wire cable. Never allow other personnel
to straddle a wire cable.
When you maneuver to connect the equipment, make
sure that no personnel are between the tractor and trailing
equipment. Block up the hitch of the trailing equipment to
align the equipment with the drawbar.
Know the maximum dimensions of your tractor.
When you operate on icy roads, reduce travel speed.
After operating in muddy conditions, allow sufficient time
for the belts to reject debris and moisture before making
high speed maneuvers. Belts that are wet and belts that
are muddy may impede the tractor's steering.
If stability of the tractor is noticeably reduced, reduce
travel speed.
Select a gear that will control tractor speed when you
descend a hill.
Downshift if braking is required to control tractor speed.
Never coast down a hill with the transmission in
NEUTRAL.
Do not steer the tractor when you cross ditches. Ditches
that are wide and/or ditches that are deep may allow
guide blocks to sag below the midwheels. This can cause
the belt to come off.
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