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Safety - VT3000 Series
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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.
• If the elderly are assisting with work, their physical
limitations need to be recognized and accommodated.
• Stay clear of overhead power lines when raising or
lowering the wings. Electrocution can occur without
direct contact.
• 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.
• 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’s
Manual.
• When learning to operate the equipment, does 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.
• 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.
• DO NOT make any adjustments or repairs on the
equipment while the machine is running.
• Keep shields and guards in place. Replace if damaged.
• Always relieve the pressure in hydraulic system
and close both hydraulic lockup valves when not in
operation.
• Always stay clear of the folding wing when it is being
raised, lowered or placed in the folded position.
• When operating on hillsides, use extreme care. The
tractor may tip over if it strikes a hole, ditch or other
irregularity.