Only operate the machine while in the operator's seat. Securely fasten the seat belt while operating the
machine. Only operate the controls while the engine is operating.
Check for the correct operation of all the controls and the protective devices.
As a warning honk the horn twice to alert others in the area to prevent personal injury because of machine
movement.
During operation of the machine, report any damage recorded. Make any necessary repairs.
A rollover of machine can occur when working on hills, banks, or slopes. A rollover of machine can also
occur when crossing ditches, ridges, or other unanticipated obstacles.
Hold the attachments approximately 40 cm (16 in) above the ground level while driving the machine. Do
not drive the machine near an overhang, near the edge of a cliff, or near edge of an excavation.
If the machine begins to sideslip on a grade, immediately reduce load and turn machine downhill.
Be careful to avoid any ground condition which will cause machine to tip over.
Keep the machine under control. Do not overload the machine beyond capacity.
Make sure the towing devices are sufficient for the application.
Make sure the components on the 3-point linkage are sufficient for the application.
Connect the trailing equipment only to a drawbar or hitch.
Never straddle, or let other personnel, to straddle a wire cable.
When maneuvering to connect equipment, make sure no personnel are between machine and trailing
equipment. Block up hitch of trailing equipment to align equipment with drawbar.
Know the maximum dimensions of the machine.
When operating on icy or muddy roads, reduce the travel speed to prevent losing control of machine.
After operating in muddy conditions, permit sufficient time for tires to reject debris and moisture before
making high speed maneuvers. Tires that are wet and tires that are muddy can impede machines's
steering.
Reduce travel speed if the stability of the machine is noticeably reduced.
Select a gear that controls machine speed when declining a hill.
Use the service brakes if required, to control machine speed. Never coast down a hill with transmission in
neutral.
Do not let passengers anywhere on the machine except on an approved passenger seat. Instructors must
have the instructor seatbelt securely fastened during any operation.
1.1.17 Parking
1.
Park the machine on a solid, level surface.
2.
Move the transmission control lever to the park position.
3.
Lower all the implements to the ground.
4.
Before stopping the engine, move the throttle control lever to the low idle position. Operate the engine
at low idle speed for five minutes to let the turbocharger cool.
5.
Stop the engine and take the key with you.
6.
Chock the front wheels or rear wheels.
7.
Turn the battery disconnect switch to the off position.
8.
Remove the battery disconnect switch key.
1.1.18 Operator station
Do not drill holes or weld on the cab rollover protective structure. (ROPS)
Any modifications to the inner operator station must not extend into the operator space.
1. General
MT900 Series Articulated Tractor
1-9
79036231B
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