Fuerst FB42, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
OPERATION
Operation Section 4-19
© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.
FB42 08/01
Start off driving at a slow speed and gradually increase your speed while maintaining complete control of the tractor
and mower. Moving slowly at first will also prevent the tractor from rearing up and loss of steering control. The
tractor should never be operated at speeds that cannot be safely handled or which will prevent the operator from
stopping quickly during an emergency. If the power steering or engine ceases operating, stop the tractor immediately
as the tractor will be difficult to control. If the tractor becomes stuck or the tires are frozen to the ground, reverse
the tractor out to prevent overturning.
9.4 Driving the Tractor and Mower
Be particularly careful when transporting the Mower with the Tractor. Turn curves or go
up hills only at a low speed and using a gradual steering angle. Rear mounted Implements
move the center of gravity to the rear and remove weight from the front wheels. Make
certain, by adding front ballast if necessary, to maintain at least 20% of the Tractor’s
weight on the front wheels to prevent Tractor rearing up, loss of steering control, and
possible Tractor tip-over. Slow down on rough or uneven surfaces to prevent loss of
steering control, which could result in property damage or possible injury. Do not transport
the Mower unless the Tractor 3-Point lift lever is fully raised and in the latched transport
position. Dropping the Mower during transport can cause serious damage to the Tractor
and/or Mower, and possibly cause the operator or others to be injured or killed.
(S3PT-2)
WARNING!
Perform turns with the tractor and mower at slow speeds
to determine how the tractor with the mower handles a
turn. Determine the safe operating speed to maintain
proper control of the tractor when making turns. When
turning with an attached rear implement, the overall
length of the working unit is greatly increased. Allow
additional clearance for the mower to swing when
turning.
9.3 Raising the Mower
Using the tractor 3-point hitch control lever, raise the
mower off the ground about 6”, or just high enough to
clear any ground obstacles. When raising the mower,
make sure all connection points are securely attached
and at least 1” clearance is maintained between the
driveline and the deck. If necessary, place an upper lift
stop on the 3-point hitch control lever to limit the height
the mower can be raised to avoid driveline damage
.
Clearance