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2.7 TRANSPORT SAFETY
1.
Comply with state and local laws governing
highway safety and movement of farm
machinery on public roads.
2.
The use of
fl
ashing amber lights is
acceptable in most localities. However,
some localities prohibit their use. Local
laws should be checked for all highway
lighting and marking requirements.
3.
At all times, when driving the tractor and
equipment on the road or highway under
20 mph (32 kph) use
fl
ashing amber
warning lights and a slow moving vehicle
(SMV)
identi
fi
cation emblem. Do not exceed
20 mph (32 kph). Reduce speed on rough
roads and surfaces.
4.
Keep tractor in gear to provide engine
braking when going downhill. Do not coast.
5.
Plan your route to avoid heavy traf
fi
c.
6.
Keep brake pedals latched together at all
times.
7.
Do not drink and drive.
8.
Be a safe and courteous driver. Always yield
to oncoming traf
fi
c in all situations,
including narrow bridges, intersections, etc.
Watch for traf
fi
c when operating near or
crossing
roadways.
9.
Turn into curves or go up or down hills only
at a low speed and at a gradual steering
angle. Make certain that at least 20% of the
tractor's weight is on the front wheels to
maintain safe steerage. Slow down on rough
or uneven surfaces.
10.
Never allow riders on either tractor or
machine. Riders may obstruct the operator's
view. They could also be struck by foreign
objects or thrown from the machine.
2.8 MAINTENANCE SAFETY
1.
Good maintenance is your responsibility.
Poor maintenance is an invitation to
trouble.
2.
Follow good shop practices.
-
Keep
service
area
clean
and
dry.
- Be sure electrical
outlets and tools
are
properly
grounded.
- Use adequate light
for the job at hand.
3.
Make sure there is plenty of ventilation.
Never operate the engine in a closed
building. The exhaust fumes may cause
asphyxiation.
4.
Before working on this machine, shut
off the engine, set the brakes and remove
the ignition key.
5.
Never work under equipment unless it is
blocked
securely.
6.
Use personal protection devices such as eye,
hand and hearing protectors, when
performing any service or maintenance
work.
7.
Where replacement parts are necessary for
periodic maintenance and servicing,
genuine factory replacement parts
must
be
used to restore your equipment to original
speci
fi
cations. The manufacturer will not be
responsible for injuries or damages caused
by use of unapproved parts and/or
accessories.
8.
A
fi
re extinguisher
and
fi
rst aid kit
should be kept
readily
accessible
while
performing
maintenance
on
this
equipment
9.
Periodically tighten all bolts, nuts and
screws and check that all cotter pins are
properly installed to ensure unit is in a safe
condition.
10.
When completing a maintenance or service
function, make sure all safety shields and
devices are installed before placing unit in
service.
