MASSEY FERGUSON MF1746, Service Manual

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4283381M2 01-15
General Information
Operation
Make sure the machine is in the proper operating
condition as stated in the Operator Manual.
Make sure the tractor is in proper operating condition with
the brakes adjusted, especially when operating on terrain
that is not even.
To achieve proper braking capacity, the weight of the baler
with a bale must not exceed 1.5 times the weight of the
tractor.
FIG. 22: Wear all protective clothing and personal
protective equipment issued to you or called for by job
conditions. Wear approved hearing protection whenever
operating the machine as required by country/local
regulations. DO NOT wear loose clothing, jewelry, or other
items that could entangle in moving parts. Tie up long hair
that also could entangle in moving parts. Always keep
hands, feet, hair, and clothing away from moving parts.
FIG. 23: Securely fasten your seat belt before operating
the machine. Always remain seated when operating the
machine.
Never start the tractor with PTO engaged.
Always slide the hitch pin lock plate over the hitch pin and
install the Klik pin when connecting the baler to the tractor.
Always install the safety transport chain between the baler
and tractor drawbar.
• Use a chain with a strength rating equal to or more
than the gross weight of the towed machine.
• Supply only enough slack in the chain to permit
turning.
• Do not use the safety transport chain as a tow chain
for towing.
FIG. 24: Always put the tractor transmission in park and
apply the parking brake and remove the tractor key when
parking the machine and take the key with you.
DO NOT allow children or unqualified persons to operate
your machine.
DO NOT permit others to ride on the machine. Keep
others away from your area of work.
FIG. 22
S-1127A
FIG. 23
Wc1953a
FIG. 24
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