New Holland TC21D, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATING THE PTO
1. When operating PTO driven equipment, shut off
the engine and wait until the PTO stops before
getting off the tractor and disconnecting the
equipment.
2. Do not wear loose clothing when operating the
power take-off or when near rotating equipment.
3. When operating stationary PTO driven equip-
ment, always place both gear shift levers in
neutral, apply the tractor parking brake, and
block the rear wheels front and back.
4. To avoid injury, do not clean, adjust, unclog, or
service PTO driven equipment when the tractor
engine is running.
5. Ensure the PTO master shield is installed at all
times. Always replace the PTO shield cap when
the PTO is not in use.
DIESEL FUEL
1. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES should gaso-
line, alcohol, or blended fuels be added to diesel
fuel. These combinations can create an
increased fire or explosive hazard. Such blends
are more explosive than pure gasoline in a
closed container such as a fuel tank. DO NOT
USE THESE BLENDS.
2. Never remove the fuel cap or refuel with the
engine running or hot.
3. Do not smoke while refueling or when standing
near fuel.
4. Maintain control of the fuel filler pipe nozzle when
filling the tank.
5. Do not fill the fuel tank to capacity. Allow room for
expansion.
6. Wipe up spilled fuel immediately.
7. Always tighten the fuel tank cap securely.
8. If the original fuel tank cap is lost, replace it with
a New Holland approved cap. A non-approved,
proprietary cap may not be safe.
9. Keep equipment clean and properly maintained.
10. Do not drive equipment near open fires.
11. Never use fuel for cleaning purposes.
12. Arrange fuel purchases so that winter grade fuels
are not held over and used in the spring.
SAFETY FRAME (ROPS)
Your New Holland tractor is equipped with a safety
frame. It must be maintained in a serviceable
condition. Be careful when driving through doorways
or working in confined spaces with low headroom.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES should you:
•
modify, drill, or alter the safety frame in any way.
Doing so may render you liable to legal prosecu-
tion.
•
attempt to straighten or weld any part of the main
frame or retaining brackets which have suffered
damage. Doing so may weaken the structure and
endanger your safety.
•
secure any parts on the main frame or attach
your safety frame with anything other than the
special high tensile bolts and nuts specified.
•
attach chains or ropes to the main frame for pull-
ing purposes.
•
take unnecessary risks even though your safety
frame affords you the maximum protection pos-
sible.
WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL
IT MEANS:
ATTENTION!
BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
NOT FOR REPRODUCTION