LOFTNESS FS 800, Owner'S Manual And Parts Book

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5 Fertilizer Spreader OM
Maintenance Safety
• Do not allow inexperienced persons unfamiliar with
the machine, or unfamiliar with safe operating and
maintenance procedures, to operate or maintain the
machine.
• Do not allow persons under the influence of alcohol,
medications, or other drugs that can impair judgment or
cause drowsiness to operate or maintain the machine.
• Make sure the operator’s area is clear of any
distracting objects. Keep work areas clean and free
of grease and oil to avoid slipping or falling.
• Periodically check all guards, shields and structural
members. Replace or repair anything that could
cause a potential hazard.
• Periodically check all hoses, hose connections and
electrical wiring. Replace or repair anything that
could cause a potential hazard.
• Do not replace components or parts with other than
factory-recommended service parts. To do so may
decrease the effectiveness of the machine.
• Do not lubricate parts while the machine is running.
• Do not smoke while servicing the machine.
• Never attempt to make any adjustments while the
tractor engine is running or the key is in the “ON”
position in the tractor. Before leaving the operator’s
position, disengage power to the machine and
remove ignition key.
Hydraulic Safety
• The hydraulic system is under high pressure. Make
sure all lines and fittings are tight and in good
condition. These fluids escaping under high pressure
can have sufficient force to penetrate skin and cause
serious injury.
• Never check for leaks by using any part of your body
to feel for escaping fluid.
• Always use a piece of wood to check for leaks.
WARNING:
Contact with high pressure
fluids may cause fluid penetration and burn
hazards. Fluid that is under pressure can
penetrate body tissue. Fluid penetration can
cause serious injury and possible death. If
fluid is injected into the skin, seek medical
attention immediately!
Safety Instructions
PTO Safety
• Keep all guards and shields in place when operating
the PTO. Replace any damaged or missing guards
and shields before operating the PTO.
• Keep children, bystanders and other workers away
from the machine while it is operating or while the
PTO is engaged. No riders allowed.
• Do not wear loose hanging clothes, neckties or
jewelry. Long hair is to be placed under a cap
or hat. These precautions will help prevent you
from becoming caught in any moving parts on the
machine.
• Read and understand the tractor operation and
maintenance manual regarding safe and proper
operation for PTO driven equipment.
• Never step over or crawl around the equipment while
the PTO is engaged; entanglement could occur.
• Do not exceed rated PTO speed.
• Disengage PTO driveline and place in the stored
position when the machine is transported.
• Never use a steel hammer when connecting or
disconnecting a PTO shaft.
• Engage the PTO slowly at idle speed to prevent
unnecessary stress to the driveline.
• DO NOT USE PTO ADAPTERS OF ANY KIND.
• Use only recommended shear-bolts.
• Maintain proper hitching dimensions
1 - 3/8" - 21 Spline - PTO end to pin of draw bar 16".
1 - 3/8" - 6 Spline - PTO end to pin of draw bar 14".