Case IH RBX443, Repair Manual

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SECTION 00 - GENERAL INFORMATION - CHAPTER 1
00-5
SAFETY
PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENTS
A careful operator is the best operator. Most accidents can be avoided by observing certain precautions. To help
prevent accidents, read the following precautions before operating this equipment. Equipment should be oper-
ated only by those who are responsible and instructed to do so.
Carefully review the procedures given in this manual with all operators. It is important that all operators be familiar
with and follow safety precautions.
The Round Baler
1. Keep safety decals free of dirt and grime.
2. Replace all damaged, missing or illegible safety
decals.
3. Install all shields before operating the round bal-
er.
4. Keep the round baler free of dust, chaff and hay.
Always have a fire extinguisher handy.
5. Never operate the round baler without the PTO
shield in place. Make sure the PTO shield rotates
freely.
Towing the Round Baler
1. Do not exceed 32 kph (20 mph) when towing the
round baler.
2. Make sure the SMV, reflective tape and lights are
clean and clearly visible.
3. Refer to local, state or provincial laws and regula-
tions for restrictions on public roads.
4. Make sure the taillights are operating properly.
Operating the Round Baler
1. Read the operator’s manual before operating the
round baler.
2. Only allow properly trained persons to operate
the round baler.
3. Allow only one operator on the tractor.
4. Do not permit anyone to ride on the round baler.
5. Do not engage the PTO before you are sure ev-
eryone is clear of the round baler.
6. Do not work around the round baler in loose
clothing that might catch in moving parts.
7. Do not attempt to pull crop from the round baler
without turning off the PTO.
8. Keep hands away from the twine knife. Be sure
all persons are clear of the baler before operating
the twine tubes.
9. If the twine does not start, stop the round baler
before correcting the problem.
10. Do not operate above the rated PTO speed.
11. Do not back over windrows, the hay may wedge
between the floor roll and pickup.
12. Do not make overweight bales. The round baler
may be damaged.
13. Do not exceed the full bale size. An oversize bale
will put excessive stress on the round baler com-
ponents.
14. Be sure all persons are clear of the round baler
before starting the round baler, activating the
wrapper or opening the tailgate.
15. Do not adjust the pickup lower than necessary.
16. When operating on slopes, the bale must be
ejected on the side of the slope to prevent the
bale from rolling into the baler or down the hill.