Meridian SEED EXPRESS 240 RT, Operator'S Manual

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2.9 STORAGE SAFETY
1. Store the unit in an area away from human
activity.
2. Do not permit children to play on or around the
stored machine.
3. Store the unit in a dry, level area. Support the
frame with planks, if required.
2.10 TRANSPORT SAFETY
1. Comply with local, state, and federal
laws governing safety and conveyance
of farm machinery on public roads.
2. Ensurealllights,reflectors,andotherlighting
requirements are installed and in good
working condition.
3. Ensure that the trailer is equipped with brakes
that are in good working order. Be familiar with
their operation.
4. Do not exceed a safe travel speed. Slow down
for rough terrain and when cornering.
5. Fasten frame securely to trailer before
transporting.
6. Be sure the trailer is securely hitched to the
towing vehicle and a retainer is used through
the hitch jaws. Always attach a safety chain
between the hitch and the towing vehicle.
7. Stay away from overhead power lines.
Electrocution can occur without direct
contact.
8. Planyourroutetoavoidheavytraffic.
9. Install auger spout transport lock before
transporting.
10. Do not drink and drive.
11. Be a safe and courteous driver. Yield to
oncomingtrafficinallsituations,including
narrow bridges, intersections, etc. Watch
fortrafficwhenoperatingnearorcrossing
roadways.
12. Never allow riders on the tender or the
trailer.
2.11 REFUELLING SAFETY
1.
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Handle fuel with care. It is highly
flammable.
2. Allowenginetocoolforfiveminutes
before refuelling. Clean up spilled fuel
before restarting engine.
3. Do not refuel the machine while
smokingorwhennearopenflameor
sparks.
4. Fill fuel tank outdoors.
5. Preventfiresbykeepingmachineclean
of accumulated trash, straw, grease,
and debris.
2.12 BATTERY SAFETY
1. Keepallsparksandflamesawayfrom
batteries, as gas given off by electrolyte
is explosive.
2. Avoid contact with battery electrolyte: wash off
any spilled electrolyte immediately.
3. Wear safety glasses when working
near batteries.
4. Do not tip batteries more than 45 degrees, to
avoid electrolyte loss.
5. To avoid injury from spark or short
circuit, disconnect battery ground cable
before servicing any part of electrical
system.