
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - continued
OM 0421QH-A 5
Implements & Subframe Operation
1. Before leaving the tractor unattended, take
all possible precautions. Park the
tractor/subframe on level ground, place the
transmission in neutral, set the parking
brake, disengage the PTO, lower the
equipment to the ground, place all levers
including auxiliary control levers in neutral,
shut off the engine and remove the ignition
key.
2. Before starting the tractor/ implement,
inspect and clean every rotating part.
3. Prior to operation, clear work area of all
objects that can be picked up and thrown.
Mark all curbs, pipes, etc. that cannot be
moved.
4. Be sure the PTO switch/lever is in OFF
position before starting engine.
5. Exercise extreme caution when operating
on or crossing a gravel drive, walks, or
roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or
traffic.
6. Do not carry passengers.
7. Keep clear of rotating parts. Do not put
hands or feet under, or into implement with
engine running.
8. Park the tractor/implement on level ground,
place the transmission in neutral, set the
parking brake, disengage the PTO, lower
the equipment to the ground, place all
control levers in neutral, shut off the engine,
remove the ignition key and allow the
rotating parts to stop BEFORE making any
repairs, adjustments or inspections.
9. If the implement starts to vibrate
abnormally, disengage the PTO, stop the
engine immediately and check for cause.
Excessive vibration is generally a sign of
trouble.
10. Do not run the engine indoors except when
starting engine and transporting attachment
in or out of building. Carbon monoxide gas
is colorless, odorless and deadly.
11. Do not attempt to operate on steep slopes.
If operating on slopes is necessary,
exercise extreme caution when changing
direction.
12. Never operate implement without guards,
and other safety protective devices in
place.
13. Keep clear of chute discharge. This chute
has the capability of throwing objects at far
distances.
14. Never operate implement near glass
enclosures, automobiles, window wells,
embankments, etc., without proper
adjustment of snow discharge angle.
15. Never operate machine at high transport
speeds on a slippery surface.
16. Use extra caution when backing up.
17. Disengage power to implement when
transporting or when not in use.
18. Never operate the implement without good
visibility and lighting.
19. Prolonged exposure to loud noise can
cause impairment or loss of hearing. Wear
a suitable hearing protective device such as
earmuffs or earplugs to protect against
objectionable or uncomfortable noises.
20. Never allow anyone near the work area.
21. Keep all shields and covers in place. All
tractor and equipment shields and covers
must be correctly installed at all times.
When necessary to remove these, they
must be reinstalled before resuming
operation.
22. Keep clear of all rotating driveline
component. Be especially observant of
implement areas of discharge, intake or
other mechanical motion.
23. Securely lock equipment drive shaft. Check
that all tractor and equipment drivelines are
in good working order. Equipment drive
shaft coupler must securely lock to and be
retained by annular groove on tractor drive
shaft.