Hagie UpFront STS 16, Operator'S Manual

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VI.
TRANSPORTING
B. DRIVING
WHEN DRIVING THE SPRAYER ON A PUBLIC ROAD OR HIGHWAY, DRIVE CAREFULLY
AND FOLLOW THESE STEPS:
1. Always have the booms in the folded position and cradled when driving or transporting.
2. Flashing hazard/warning lights have been placed on the sprayer to warn other drivers.
3. Know and obey all state laws for driving farm equipment on a public road or highway.
4. Adjust the sprayer’s speed to suit the conditions.
5. Slow down and use turn signals before turning.
6. Pull over to the side of the road before stopping.
7. Keep a proper lookout, and maintain control of the sprayer.
8. Do not drive under trees, bridges, wires, or other obstructions unless there is clearance.
9. Use extra care before entering or leaving a public road or highway.
10. A SMV (Slow Moving Vehicle) emblem has been mounted on the sprayer to warn other drivers that one is
moving slowly. Keep it properly displayed, unless prohibited by law.
11. Do not drive sprayer at speeds exceeding 20mph with solution in the tank.
Hagie Manufacturing Company does not recommend any form of transportation other than driv-
ing the sprayer. Loading onto a trailer may result in sprayer tip-over.
DO NOT operate the machine at speeds exceeding 20mph
with solution in the tank. Operating at speeds exceeding
20mph with a loaded tank may result in tire blow out or wheel
hub damage and void the warranty.
NEVER operate machine on a public roadway with solution in
the tank!
TRANSPORTING