SECTION 1 -- GENERAL INFORMATION AND SAFETY
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
A careful operator is the best operator . Most accidents
can be avoided by observing certain precautions. To
help prevent accidents, read and take the following
precautions before driving, operating or servicing the
tractor . Equipment should be operated only by those
who are responsible and instructed to do so.
PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS
Throughout this Manual you will see text, preceded
by the words NOTE, ATTENTION, IMPORTANT,
CAUTION, WARNING or DANGER. Such text has
the following significance:
MACHINE SAFETY
NOTE: This text stresses a correct operating
technique or procedure.
ATTENTION: This text warns the operator of potential
machine damage if a certain procedure is not followed.
IMPORTANT: This text informs the reader of
something that he needs to know to prevent minor
machine damage if a certain procedure is not
followed.
PERSONAL SAFETY
CAUTION
The word CAUTION is used where a safe
behavioural practice, according to operating and
maintenance instructions and common safety
practices will protect the operator and others from
accident involvement.
WARNING
The word WARNING denotes a potential or hidden
hazard which could possibly cause serious injury. It
is used to warn operators and others to exercise due
care and attention to avoid a surprise accident with
machinery.
DANGER
The word DANGER denotes a forbidden practice in
connection with a serious hazard.
Failure to follow the CAUTION, WARNING and
DANGER instructions may result in serious bodily
injury or even death.
THE TRACTOR
1. Read the Operator’s Manual carefully before
using the tractor. Lack of operating knowledge
can lead to accidents.
2. Only allow properly trained and qualified persons
to operate the tractor.
3. To prevent falls, use the handrails and step plates
when getting on and off the tractor. Keep steps
and platform clear of mud and debris.
4. Replace all missing, illegible or damaged safety
decals.
5. Keep safety decals free of dirt or grime.
6. Do not permit anyone but the operator to ride on
the tractor unless a passenger seat is fitted.
There is no safe place for extra passengers
otherwise.
7. Keep children away from the tractor and farm
machinery at all times.
8. Do not modify or alter or permit anyone else to
modify or alter the tractor or any of its
components or any tractor function without first
consulting your dealer .
9. Install all guards before starting the engine or
operating the tractor.
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