Fuerst FB42, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
OPERATION
Operation Section 4-7
© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.
FB42 08/01
3. GETTING ON AND OFF THE TRACTOR
Before getting onto the tractor, the operator must read and completely understand the mower and tractor operator
manuals. If any part of either manual is not completely understood, consult an authorized dealer for a complete
explanation.
Never operate the Tractor and Mower if the Mower main driveline is directly connected to
the Tractor transmission. Tractor braking distances can be substantially increased by the
momentum of the rotating Mower blades driving the Tractor transmission even though the
Tractor clutch has been engaged. Install an over running clutch between the Tractor PTO
and the Mower driveline to prevent this potentially dangerous situation
.
WARNING!
Use both hands and equipped handrails and steps for support when getting on the tractor. Never use tractor
control levers for support when mounting the tractor. Always seat yourself in the operator’s seat and fasten the
seatbelt. Only operate the tractor and mower with the ROPS in the raised position.
Never allow passengers to ride on the tractor and mower. Additional riders can easily fall off and be seriously
injured or killed from being ran over by both the tractor and mower. It is the operator’s responsibility to forbid
additional riders.
3.1 Boarding the Tractor
DANGER!
Never allow children to operate or ride on the Tractor or Imple-
ment
.
(SG-11)
DANGER!
Never allow children or other persons to ride on the Tractor or Imple-
ment. Falling off can result in serious injury or death
.
(SG-10)
3.2 Dismounting the Tractor
Before dismounting, park the tractor and mower on level ground, apply the parking brake, idle the engine down,
disengage the PTO, and lower the mower to the ground. Shut down the tractor engine according to the operator’s
manual, remove the key, and wait for all motion to completely stop. Never leave the seat until the tractor, its
engine and all moving mower parts are completely stopped.
WARNING!
Do Not mount or dismount the Tractor while the Tractor is moving.
The Tractor engine must be turned off, the Tractor transmission in
park or neutral with the parking brake set, and all moving Tractor
and Implement parts at a complete stop before boarding or exiting
the Tractor.