SAFETY
A PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS A
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.
THE TRACTOR
1. Read this Operator's Manual carefully before
using the tractor. Lack of operating knowledge
can lead to accidents.
2.
Only
allow properlytrained and qualified persons
to
operate
the tractor.
3.
To
preventfalls,
use
the handrailsand stepplates
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 tracto
r.
It is unsafe for extra passengers to
travel.
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 firsl
consulting your deal
er.
9. Insta
ll
a
ll
guards before starting the engine or
operating the tract
or.
10. Tractor wheels are very heavy. They need to be
handled with care. Ensure that they are stored at
a place where they do not fall down & cause
injury.
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DRIVING THE TRACTOR
1. Always sit
in
the driver's seat while starting or
driving the tractor.
2.
When driv
in
g
on
public roads, have consider-
ation for other road users.
Pu
ll
in to the lett side
of the road occasiona
ll
y to allow any following
traffic to pass.
Do
not exceed the legal speed limit
set for agricultur
al
tractors.
3.
Dip the tractor lights when meeting a vehicle at
nig
h
t.
Make sure the lights are adjusted to prevent
blinding the driver of
an
oncoming vehicle.
4. Reduce speed before turning or applying the
brakes. Brake both wheels Simultaneously when
making
an
emergency stop. Ensure that both
brake pedalsare locked together when Iravelling
at road speeds or when on public roads ensure
correct operation of trailer brakes.
5.
Use exlreme caution and avoid hard application
of the tractor brakes when towing heavy loads at
road speeds.
6.
Keep the tractor
in
the same gear when going
downhill as would be used when going uphil
l.
Do
not coast or freewheel down hills.
7.
Any towed vehicle whose total weight exceeds
that of the towing Iraclor must be equipped with
brakes for safe operation.
