Farm King RT17, Operator And Parts Manual

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Safety - RT17, RT19 Tedder
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Use Safety Rules
• Read and follow instructions in this manual and the
tractor’s Operators Manual before operating.
• Under no circumstances should young children be
allowed to work with this equipment.
• This equipment is dangerous to children and persons
unfamiliar with its operation.
• Check for overhead and / or underground lines before
operating equipment (if applicable).
• In addition to the design and configuration of
equipment, hazard control and accident prevention
are dependent upon the awareness, concern,
prudence and proper training of personnel involved
in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage
of equipment.
• Check that the equipment is securely fastened to the
tractor / towing vehicle.
• Make sure all the machine controls are in the
NEUTRAL position before starting the machine.
• Operate the equipment only from the operator’s
position.
• Operate the equipment according to the Operator
And Parts Manual.
• When learning to operate the equipment, do it at a
slow rate in an area clear of bystanders, especially
small children.
• DO NOT permit personnel to be in the work area
when operating the equipment.
• The equipment must be used ONLY on approved
tractors / transport vehicles.
• DO NOT modify the equipment in any way.
Unauthorized modification may impair the function
and / or safety and could affect the life of the
equipment.
• Stop tractor engine, place all controls in neutral,
set park brake, remove ignition key and wait for all
moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting,
repairing, unplugging or filling.
• DO NOT make any adjustments or repairs on the
equipment while the machine is running.
• Keep shields and guards in place. Replace if damaged.
• Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from all
moving parts.
Safety Rules For Power Take-Off (PTO) Driven
Equipment
• Keep PTO shields and all guards in place. Replace
damaged or missing shields and guards before
operating.
• Follow warnings and instructions on machine signs
(decals). Replace damaged or missing decals.
• Do not wear loose or bulky clothing around the PTO
or other moving parts.
• Keep bystanders away from PTO driven equipment,
and never allow children near machines.
• Read and understand the manuals for the PTO
driven equipment and be aware of safe operating
procedures and hazards that may not be readily
apparent.
• Never operate over 540 rpm.
• Always walk around equipment to avoid coming
near a turning PTO driveline. Stepping over, leaning
across or crawling under a turning PTO driveling can
cause entanglement.
• Position the machine and equipment hitch correctly
to prevent driveline stress and separation.
• Use caution when turning. Turning too sharp can
cause driveline damage.
• Use caution when raising PTO driven equipment.
• Excessive driveline angle can cause driveline
damage. Use stops if needed.