Farm King BW150, Operator And Parts Manual

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Safety - BW150
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Machine Requirements And Capabilities
• Stop the machine and engage the parking brake.
Install blocks in front of and behind the rear tires of the
machine. Install blocks underneath and support the
equipment securely before working under raised
equipment.
• Keep bystanders clear of moving parts and the work
area. Keep children away.
• Use increased caution on slopes and near banks and
ditches to prevent overturn.
• Make certain that the Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV)
emblem is installed so that it is visible and legible.
When transporting the equipment, use the flashing
warning lights (if equipped) and follow all local
regulations.
• Operate this equipment with a machine equipped with
an approved Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS).
Always wear seat belt when the ROPS is up. Serious
injury or death could result from falling off the
machine.
• Before leaving the operator’s position:
1. Always park on a flat level surface.
2. Place all controls in neutral.
3. Engage the parking brake.
4. Stop engine.
5. Wait for all moving parts to stop.
• Carry passengers only in designated seating areas.
Never allow riders on the machine or equipment.
Falling off can result in serious injury or death.
• Start the equipment only when properly seated in the
operator’s seat. Starting a machine in gear can result
in serious injury or death.
• Operate the machine and equipment from the
operator's position only.
• The parking brake must be engaged before leaving
the operator’s seat. Rollaway can occur because the
transmission may not prevent machine movement.
FIRE PREVENTION
Maintenance
The machine and some equipment have components
that are at high temperatures under normal operating
conditions. The primary source of high temperatures is
the engine and exhaust system. The electrical system, if
damaged or incorrectly maintained, can be a source of
arcs or sparks.
Flammable debris (leaves, straw, etc.) must be removed
regularly. If flammable debris is allowed to accumulate, it
can cause a fire hazard. Clean often to avoid this
accumulation.
All fuels, most lubricants and some coolant mixtures are
flammable. Flammable fluids that are leaking or spilled
onto hot surfaces or onto electrical components can
cause a fire.
Operation
The Farm King machine must be in good operating
condition before use.
Check all of the items listed on the service schedule
under the 8 hour column. (See “SERVICE SCHEDULE”
on page 38.)
Do not use the machine where exhaust, arcs, sparks or
hot components can contact flammable material,
explosive dust or gases.
Starting
Use the procedure in the tractor’s operator’s manual for
connecting the battery and for jump starting.