Always bear in mind that this safety section has been
written specifically for this type of machine: remember
to put into practice the safety rules that you learn from
daily experience. REMEMBER - YOU ARE
RESPONSIBLE FOR SAFETY. YOU CAN PREVENT
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. Always keep the
Operations and Maintenance Manual to hand. Keep it in
the tool box of in a cab storage compartment if fitted.
Read this manual carefully and learn to use the tractor
and the controls safely. Never let anyone drive the
tractor without their first having understood all the
necessary instructions.
Safety - Danger, Warning and Caution
Every time you see the words and symbols shown
below in the manual and on the safety decals, you
MUST take note of their instructions and warnings.
DANGER:
This symbol together with the word
DANGER indicates an imminently hazardous
situation that, if not avoided, will result in
DEATH OR VERY SERIOUS INJURY.
WARNING:
This symbol together with the word
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous
situation that if not avoided, could result in
DEATH OR SERIOUS INJURY.
CAUTION:
This symbol together with the word
CAUTION is used to indicate a potentially
hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may
result in SERIOUS INJURY.
IMPORTANT:
The word IMPORTANT is used to identify
special instructions or procedures which, if not strictly
observed, could result in DAMAGE, OR DESTRUCTION
OF THE MACHINE.
NOTE:
The word NOTE is used to indicate points of
particular interest for more efficient and convenient
repair or operation.
Decals
WARNING:
DO NOT remove or obscure
DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION or INSTRUCTION
DECALS. Replace any Danger, Warning, Caution
or Instruction decals that are not readable or
are missing. Replacement decals are available
from your Dealer in the event of loss or
damage. The location of these Safety Decals is
illustrated at the end of this section.
If a used tractor has been purchased, refer to the
illustrations at the end of this section to ensure that all
the safety warning decals are in the correct position
and are readable.
Follow the safety regulations
For safe operation
For safe operation, only fully qualified and authorized
operatiors are to use tractors. To qualify as an operator,
you must understand the instructions in this manual,
have training and know and understand the relevant
safety and work regulations.
For example, some regulations specify that nobody
under the age of 16 may use a work vehicle: this
includes tractors. It is your responsibility to know
these regulations and to comply with them at all
times.
They include the following instructions for using the
tractor safely.
WARNING:
The operator must never use
alcohol or drugs that can affect his attention or
the coordination of his movements. An opera-
tor who is prescribed narcotics or who uses
them in controlled amounts must have medical
authorization to use the tractor in conditions
of safety.
Observe the following precautions
DO NOT allow children or unauthorized persons to
drive your tractor.
Fasten your seat belt if the tractor is fitted with a
roll-over protective structure.
Whenever possible, do not use the tractor near
ditches or embankments.
Reduce speed when turning the tractor, crossing
slopes and on rough, slippery or muddy surfaces.
Keep clear of slopes too steep for safe operation.
Watch where you are going - especially at row
ends and around trees.
NEVER let anyone else ride the tractor or the
implement.
Operate the tractor smoothly, with no sudden
movements: do not turn, start or stop abruptly.
Hitch only to the drawbar and recommended hitch
points - NEVER hitch above the central line of the
rear axle.
Apply the parking brake whenever the tractor is
stopped.
Never alter or remove any part of the equipment.
Keep others well clear of your work area.
NEVER use attachments that are not designed for
your tractor.
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