INTRODUCTION
Safety rules - Personal safety
General safety rules
Use caution when operating the machine on slopes. Raised equipment, full tanks and other loads will change the
center of gravity of the machine. The machine can tip or roll over when near ditches and embankments or uneven
surfaces.
Never permit anyone other than the operator to ride on the machine.
Never operate the machine under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or while otherwise impaired.
While driving on the road, the seat swivel position must always be straight forward and locked in position with no
rotation. The seat swivel should only be rotated for in field operation.
Stay off slopes too steep for safe operation. Shift down before you start up or down a hill with a heavy load. Avoid
“free wheeling.”
Do not drive on roads, or at high speed anywhere, with the differential lock engaged. Difficult steering will occur, and
can result in an accident. In field operation, use the differential lock for traction improvement, but release for turning
at row ends.
Do not exceed implement transport speed or the speed rating on the implement tires. Review the implements Oper-
ator’s Manual for specifications. Failure to comply could result in death or serious injury.
For speeds up to
16 km/h
(
10 mph
), make sure that the weight of a trailed vehicle that is not equipped with brakes
does NOT EXCEED 1.5 times the Tractor weight. For speeds up to
40 km/h
(
25 mph
), make sure that the weight of
the trailed vehicle that is not equipped with brakes, does NOT EXCEED the weight of the Tractor. Stopping distance
increases with increasing speed as the weight of the towed load increases, especially on hills and slopes.
Rear upset can result if pulling from wrong location on tractor. Hitch only to the drawbar. Use three point hitch only
with the implements designed for its use – not as a drawbar.
Do not look directly into the front or rear HID (high intensity discharge) lamps. Eye damage can occur.
Do not tamper with the ballast on the front or rear high intensity discharge (HID) lamp since it uses high voltage.
Personal injury or death can occur.
To avoid possible eye damage from microwave signals emitted by the radar sensor, do not look directly into the sensor
face.
When digging or using ground engaging attachments be aware of buried cables. Contact local utilities to determine
the locations of services.
Pay attention to overhead power lines and hanging obstacles. High voltage lines may require significant clearance
for safety.
Hydraulic oil or diesel fuel leaking under pressure can penetrate the skin, causing serious injury or infection.
• DO NOT use your hand to check for leaks. Use a piece of cardboard or paper.
• Stop engine, remove key and relieve the pressure before connecting or disconnecting fluid lines.
• Make sure all components are in good condition and tighten all connections before starting the engine or pressur-
izing the system.
• If hydraulic fluid or diesel fuel penetrates the skin, seek medical attention immediately.
• Continuous long term contact with hydraulic fluid may cause skin cancer. Avoid long term contact and wash the
skin promptly with soap and water.
Keep clear of moving parts. Loose clothing, jewelry, watches, long hair, and other loose or hanging items can become
entangled in moving parts.
Wear protective equipment when appropriate.
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