Farm King Allied Binary Series, Operator And Parts Manual

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Operation - Binary Series
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Transporting
Always comply with federal, state, local and
provincial laws regarding the transport of farm
equipment on pubic roadways.
WARNING
AVOID INJURY OR DEATH
•
Disengage PTO for road travel.
• Keep PTO shields and all guards in place
•
Keep bystanders away.
• Do not allow riders.
•
Always use hazard flashers on the tractor when
transporting unless prohibited by law.
• Always follow local regulations when
transporting on public roadways. Check with
your local authorities.
IMPORTANT
Do not exceed 20 mph (32 kph) transportation
speed.
WARNING
Use of an unapproved hitch or tractor / tow
vehicle can result in loss of control, leading to
serious injury or death.
Tractor / tow vehicle and hitch must have the
rated capacity to tow equipment.
Verify that the tractor / tow vehicle is approved for
transporting the equipment and that the equipment
is securely attached to the tractor / tow vehicle.
Verify safety chain is installed and properly
connected before transporting equipment.
Verify that the SMV (Slow Moving Vehicle) emblem,
all lights and reflectors are clean and visible.
The ratio of the tractor / tow vehicle weight to the
loaded equipment weight plays an important role
in defining acceptable travel speed.
TRAVEL SPEED - Acceptable travel speed.
WEIGHT RATIO - Weight of fully equipped or
loaded implement(s) relative to weight of tractor
/ tow vehicle.
Travel Speed Weight Ratio
20 mph (32 kph) Less than 1 to 1
10 mph (16 kph) Less than 2 to 1
DO NOT TOW More than 2 to 1