F-21313 3 8-13-20
manual to make sure you have all the safety
equipment attached.
When maneuvering close to buildings
or
passing through narrow areas, be sure to allow
sufficient clearance for the implement
and tractor. NEVER operate tractor and
implement under trees with low hanging
limbs. Operators can be knocked off tractor and
run over by implement.
This Land Plane
is only designed for speeds
less than 5 mph. Reduce speed on rough
surfaces.
When the use of hand tools is required
to perform any part of assembly, installation,
adjustment, maintenance, repairing,
removal or moving the blade, be
sure the tools used are designed and
recommended by the tool manufacturer for that
specific task.
Personal protection equipment
including
hard hats, safety glasses, safety shoes,
and gloves are recommended during
assembly, installation, operation,
adjustments, maintenance, repairing, removal,
or moving the Land Plane.
Always use two people
to handle heavy,
unwieldy components moving the Land
Plane.
Never place any part of your body
where it
would be in danger, if movement should
occur during assembly, operation,
maintenance, repairing, or moving the
Land Plane.
Never place yourself
between the tractor
and Land Plane while implement is in
operation. When removing, or adjusting
equipment, be sure your body is never
under the blade.
A heavy load
can cause instability of the tractor.
Use extreme care during travel. Slow
down on turns and watch out for bumps.
The tractor may need front counter-
weights to counter-balance the weight of the
Land Plane.
Never use alcoholic beverages or drugs
which can hinder alertness or coordination while
operating this equipment. Consult your doctor
about operating this machine while
taking prescription and some over-the-
counter medications.
DO NOT ALLOW RIDERS
on the Land Plane
or tractor at any time. There is NO safe
place for any riders. NEVER ALLOW
CHILDREN TO OPERATE OR BE
AROUND BLADE.
Before you operate the Land
Plane,
check over all pins, bolts and
connections to be sure all are securely
in place. Replace any damaged or worn parts
immediately.
Consult local utility companies
to make
certain there are no buried gas lines,
electrical cables, etc., in the work area
before beginning operation.
Do NOT allow anyone
who is not
familiar with the safety rules and
operation instructions to use this Land
Plane.
Never replace any bolt
with any length
other than what is specified in this
manual. A longer, or protruding fastener
is more likely to grab loose clothing or gloves
which can result in serious injury or death.
Watch for
hidden hazards on the terrain
during operation.
Turn curves
or go up or down hills only
at a low speed and at a gradual steering
angle. Make certain that at least 20%
of the tractor’s weight is on the front wheels to
maintain safe steering. Slow down on rough or
uneven surfaces, and loose gravel.
Check that all hardware
is properly
installed. Always tighten all bolts to
proper torque. Make sure attachment
is properly secured, adjusted and in good
operating condition.
Where replacement parts are necessary
for
periodic maintenance and servicing, genuine
factory replacement parts must be used
to restore your equipment to original
specifications. The manufacturer will not
be responsible for the use of unapproved parts
and/or accessories and the damages that can
result in their use.
Keep alert and watch
the front as well as the
rear when working with equipment. DO
NOT operate close to ditches or creeks.
Be careful to avoid catching implement
on stumps or other immovable objects.
Make adjustments to implement
only when it is attached to a tractor
