RHINO LUMBERJACK 60, Operator'S Manual

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OPERATION
LJ60/72 02-02 Operation Section 4-31
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© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.
13.1 Transporting on Public Roadways
Before transporting the tractor on a public roadway or
boarding a trailer for transport, the tractor brake pedals
should be locked together. Locking the pedals ensures
that both wheels brake simultaneously while stopping,
especially when making an emergency stop.
Use extreme caution and avoid hard applications of
the tractor brakes when towing heavy loads at road
speeds.
Extreme caution should be used when transporting the tractor and cutter on public roadways. The tractor must
be equipped with all required safety warning features including a SMV emblem and flashing warning lights to
alert drivers of the tractor’s presence. Remember that roadways are primarily designed for automotive drivers
and most drivers will not be looking out for you, therefore, you must look out for them. Check your side view
mirrors frequently and remember that vehicles will approach quickly because of the tractor’s slower speed. Be
extremely cautious when the piece of equipment that you are towing is wider than the tractor tire width and/or
extends beyond your lane of the road.
The SMV (Slow-Moving-Vehicle) emblem is a
universal symbol used to alert drivers of the presence
of equipment traveling on roadways at a slow speed.
SMV signs are a triangular bright orange with reflective
red trim for both easy day and night visibility. Make
sure that the SMV sign attached is clean and visible
from the rear before operating the tractor and cutter
on public roadways. Replace the SMV emblem if
faded, damaged, or no longer reflective.
Make certain that the “Slow Moving Vehicle” (SMV) sign is installed
in such a way as to be clearly visible and legible. When transporting
the Equipment use the Tractor flashing warning lights and follow
all local traffic regulations.
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WARNING!