
Safety - 13" Backsaver Auger
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (CONT’D)
Use Safety Rules
• Read and follow instructions in this manual and the
tractor’s Operators Manual before operating.
• Under no circumstances should young children be
allowed to work with this equipment.
• This equipment is dangerous to children and
persons unfamiliar with its operation.
• If the elderly are assisting with work, their physical
limitations need to be recognized and
accommodated.
• Stay clear of overhead power lines. Electrocution
can occur without direct contact.
• Check for overhead and / or underground lines
before operating equipment (if applicable).
• In addition to the design and configuration of
equipment, hazard control and accident prevention
are dependent upon the awareness, concern,
prudence and proper training of personnel involved
in the operation, transport, maintenance and
storage of equipment.
• Check that the equipment is securely fastened to
the tractor / towing vehicle.
• Make sure all the machine controls are in the
NEUTRAL position before starting the machine.
• Operate the equipment according to the Operator
and Parts Manual.
• When learning to operate the equipment, do it at a
slow rate in an area clear of bystanders, especially
small children.
• DO NOT permit personnel to be in the work area
when operating the equipment.
• The equipment must be used ONLY on approved
tractors / transport vehicles.
• DO NOT modify the equipment in any way.
Unauthorized modification may impair the function
and / or safety and could affect the life of the
equipment.
• DO NOT make any adjustments or repairs on the
equipment while the machine is running.
• Keep shields and guards in place. Replace if
damaged.
Transport Safety
• Review Transport Safety instructions in tractor
manual before moving.
• The equipment should never be towed without the
safety chain securely attached to the auger and the
towing vehicle.
• Empty the auger before moving to prevent
upending.
• Always transport the auger in the down position,
with the weight of the auger on the undercarriage,
not the hydraulic cylinder.
• Raise the intake auger and hopper to the transport
position.
• Inflate transport tires to recommended pressure.
• Remove the implement driveline from the tractor
when moving the auger.
• Always install transport locks, pins or brackets
before transporting.
• Do not tow equipment at speeds over 20 mph (32
kph). Reduce speed on rough roads and surfaces.
• Comply with state and local laws governing
highway safety and movement of machinery on
public roads.
• Take extreme caution in maneuvering on or around
tight corners so as not to catch the end of the
auger on trees, buildings, power lines, etc.
• The use of flashing amber lights is acceptable in
most localities. However, some localities prohibit
their use. Local laws should be checked for all
highway lighting and marking requirements.
• When moving the auger on the road, always use a
red flag, or if moving at night, use accessory lights
to warn operators of other vehicles.
• Always yield to oncoming traffic in all situations
and move to the side of the road so any following
traffic may pass.
• Always enter curves or drive up or down hills at a
low speed and at a gradual steering angle.
• Never allow riders on either tractor or equipment.
• Keep tractor / towing vehicle in a lower gear at all
times when traveling down steep grades.
• Maintain proper brake settings at all times (if
equipped).