Great Plains
| 117-055M | 5/6/19
2
LS10 and LS12
Safety Information
Operation
1.
Always stop the tractor, put in Park and turn off
engine before leaving the cab. Dismounting from a
moving tractor can cause serious injury or death.
2.
Never leave the tractor cab unattended while the
implement is running. Remove key and turn off
tractor before exiting the tractor cab.
3.
Watch your surroundings at all times. Do not operate
with bystanders nearby, and avoid contacting
overhead obstructions.
4.
Check that all guards and shields are undamaged,
installed, and secure before operating implement.
5.
Keep children out of the work area. Do not operate or
turn on machine while children are in the area.
6.
Do not operate near ditches, holes, steep slopes,
embankments, or other surfaces which may collapse
under the machine’s weight or tip the machine over.
7.
Never stand between tractor and implement unless
parking brake is applied.
Handling and Disposing of Chemicals
Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Improper
use can seriously injure persons, animals, plants, soil
and property.
1.
Read chemical manufacturer’s instructions carefully,
and then take appropriate precautions before use.
2.
Wear protective clothing.
3.
Wash hands and face before eating after working
with chemicals. Shower as soon as application is
completed for the day.
4.
Apply only with acceptable wind conditions. Make
sure wind drift of chemicals will not affect any
surrounding land, people or animals.
5.
Dispose of unused chemicals and chemical waste as
specified by the manufacturer. Observe all the local
ordinances and regulations in your area.
Operation Noise Hazard
1.
Use proper ear protection like headphones or
earplugs while working.
Maintenance
1.
Understand procedure before doing work. Use
proper tools and equipment.
2.
Work in a clean, dry area.
3.
Lower the implement. Put tractor in Park, turn off
engine. To prevent unauthorized starting, remove key
before performing maintenance or service work.
4.
Make sure all moving parts have stopped and all
system pressure is relieved.
5.
Relieve hydraulic pressure before disconnecting
hydraulic lines or performing any work on the system.
6.
Do not work underneath any hydraulically supported
components. Hydraulics can settle, leak, or be
accidentally lowered. If working underneath
hydraulically supported components is necessary,
secure implement with stands or suitable blocking
beforehand.
7.
Disconnect electronic monitor and lighting harness
from the tractor before servicing or adjusting
electrical systems.
8.
Before welding, disconnect electronic monitor and
lighting harness from the tractor. Protect hydraulic
lines. Avoid fumes from heated paint.
9.
Remove buildup of grease, oil, or debris.
10. Remove all tools and unused parts from implement
before operation.
Tire Safety
1.
Check tires for cuts, bulges, and correct pressure.
Replace worn or damaged tires.
2.
Tire changing can be hazardous and must be
performed by trained personnel using correct tools
and equipment.
3.
Tire explosion and/or serious injury can result from
over inflation. Do not exceed tire inflation pressures.
4.
When removing and installing wheels, use
wheel-handling equipment adequate for weight
involved.
5.
Tighten wheel bolts only to the specified torque.