Alamo Bush Hog PA10, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
PA8 & PA10 05/21 Operation Section 4-14
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10.1 Set-Up for Field Work
1. Raise Aerator fully up to tractor hydraulic
control lever, place tractor in park or set the
park brake, shut tractor engine off, and remove
switch key.
2. Remove wire retaining pin (2) and transport
lock (1) from Cylinder
3. Place transport lock (1) on the rear axle storage
plate (4) and secure with wire retaining pin (2).
4. Return to the tractor and lower Aerator tines
down to their preferred working depth.
5. Travel forward while making adjustments to the
tine depth until the preferred depth is
determined.
9. DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT
Start off driving at a slow speed and gradually increase your speed while maintaining complete control of the
tractor and unit. Moving slowly at first will also prevent the tractor from rearing up and loss of steering control.
The tractor should never be operated at speeds that cannot be safely handled or which will prevent the
operator from stopping quickly during an emergency. If the power steering or engine ceases operating, stop the
tractor immediately as the tractor will be difficult to control.
Perform turns with the tractor and units at slow speeds to determine how the tractor with an attached blade or
rake handles a turn. Determine the safe speed to maintain proper control of the tractor when making turns.
When turning with a towed implement, the overall working length of the unit is increased. Allow additional
clearance for the units when turning.
To avoid overturns, drive the tractor with care and at safe speeds, especially when operating over rough
ground, crossing ditches or slopes, and turning corners. Tractor wheel tread spacing should be increased
when working on inclines or rough ground to reduce the possibility of tipping.
Use extreme caution when operating on steep slopes. Keep the tractor in a low gear when going downhill. DO
NOT coast or free-wheel downhill.
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10. OPERATING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT
THE OPERATOR MUST COMPLETELY UNDERSTAND HOW TO OPERATE THE TRACTOR AND
IMPLEMENT AND ALL CONTROLS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE. The operator must read and
understand the Safety and Operation Sections of the implement and tractor operator’s manuals. These
manuals must be read and explained to any operator who cannot read. Never allow someone to operate the
implement and tractor without complete operating instructions.
Before starting any operation, the operator must become familiar with the area to be worked in and any
obstacles and hazards contained within to ensure safety to the operator, bystanders, and equipment. Special
attention should be paid to foreign debris, rough terrain, steep slopes, and passersby and animals in the area.
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