Watch for obstructions overhead and to the side while transporting.
Always operate equipment in a position to provide maximum visibility at all times. Make allowances for
increased length and weight of the equipment when making turns, stopping the unit, etc.
Pick the levelest possible route when transporting across fields. Avoid the edges of ditches or gullies and
steep hillsides.
Be extra careful when working on inclines.
Maneuver the tractor or towing vehicle at safe speeds.
Avoid overhead wires or other obstacles. Contact with overhead lines could cause serious injury or death.
Avoid loose fill, rocks and holes; they can be dangerous for equipment operation or movement.
Allow for unit length when making turns.
Operate the towing vehicle from the operator’s seat only.
Never stand alongside of unit with engine running or attempt to start engine and/or operate machine while
standing alongside of unit.
Never leave running equipment attachments unattended.
As a precaution, always recheck the hardware on equipment following every 100 hours of operation. Cor-
rect all problems. Follow the maintenance safety procedures.
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