2 . INTRODUCTION - SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARRANTY
2.8
Challenger MT500B EU
2.12 - SAFETY PROCEDURE TO FOLLOW
2.12.1 - For proper operation
For proper operation of an agricultural tractor, you must be
a qualified and approved operator. To be qualified you must
understand the written instructions supplied in this manual,
have training, and know the safety rules and regulations for
the job.
Some regulations specify that no one under the age of 16
years, for example, may operate power machinery. This in-
cludes tractors. It is your responsibility to know what these
regulations are, and respect them, in the operating area or
situation.
These will include, but are not limited to, the following in-
structions for safe tractor operation.
WARNING: The operator must not drink alco-
hol or take any medication that may affect his
concentration or coordination. If taking medi-
cation, whether prescribed or not, the opera-
tor must seek medical advice as regards his ability to
safely operate machinery.
2.12.2 - Observe the following instructions
• DO NOT ALLOW children or unqualified persons to
operate your tractor. Keep others away from the work-
ing area.
• Always wear your seat belt securely fastened.
• Where possible, avoid operating the tractor near
ditches, embankments and holes. Reduce speed when
turning, crossing slopes, and on rough, slippery, or
muddy surfaces.
• Stay off slopes too steep for safe operation.
• Watch where you are going, especially at row ends, on
roads, and around trees.
• Passenger seat is only intended for short periods of use
• Do not allow children in the passenger seat.
• DO NOT PERMIT others to ride on the tractor or the
implement unless an approved passenger seat is fitted.
• Only hitch attachments and implements to the drawbar
and hitch points recommended, and never above the
centre line of the rear axle.
• Operate the tractor smoothly - no jerky turns, starts or
stops. When the tractor is stopped, apply the parking
brake securely. Lower the implement and remove the
ignition key.
• DO NOT MODIFY OR REMOVE any part of the equip-
ment and DO NOT USE attachments unless they are
properly matched to your tractor.
2.13 - PROTECTION
2.13.1 - Cab
The ROPS (Roll Over Protective Structure) cab has been
designed for this tractor series and meets all the safety and
sound legal requirements.
The ROPS cab conforms to the various international safety
standards. The ROPS cab must NEVER be drilled or modi-
fied to install attachments or implements. Welding on cab
components IS NOT PERMITTED. DO NOT attach chains
or ropes to the main frame of the cab for pulling purposes.
If additional controls or displays are to be added to the op-
erator’s area contact your dealer for information.
The ROPS cab together with the seat belt is effective in re-
ducing injuries during overturn accidents. Wearing the seat
belt is an important part of this protection.
• Always wear your seat belt adjusted snugly.
• Check the seat belt for damage. A damaged seat belt
must be replaced (Fig. 1).
2.13.2 - Damage to the ROPS cab
If the ROPS cab has been damaged as a result of tractor
rollover or incident, it must be replaced, NOT repaired.
DO NOT use the tractor with a damaged ROPS cab.
2.14 - PREPARING FOR SAFE OPERATION
2.14.1 - Know your equipment
It is important to know the tractor and operation of all its ac-
cessories, implements and additional equipment. It is also
important to know how to use all the controls, gauges and
dials, as well as the rated load capacity, speed range, brak-
ing and steering characteristics, turning radius, and operat-
ing clearances.
Remember that rain, snow, ice, loose gravel, soft ground,
etc. can change the performance of your tractor.
Under poor conditions, slow down and be extra careful,
and engage four-wheel drive if fitted.
Fig. 1
MT-0011103
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