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HIGHWAY AND TRANSPORT OPERATIONS (CONT):
Comply with state and local laws governing highway safety and movement of farm
machinery on public roads.
Use approved accessory lighting, flags and necessary warning devices to protect
operators of other vehicles on the highway during daylight and nighttime transport.
The use of flashing amber lights is acceptable in most localities. However, some localities
prohibit their use. Local laws should be checked for all highway lighting and marking
requirements.
When driving mixer on the road or highway under 20 MPH (40 KPH) at night or during the
day, use flashing amber warning lights and a slow moving vehicle (SMV) identification
emblem.
Plan your route to avoid heavy traffic.
Be a safe courteous driver. Always yield to oncoming traffic in all situations, including
narrow bridges, intersections, etc.
Be observant of bridge loading ratings. Do not cross bridges rated lower than the gross
weight at which you are operating.
Watch for obstructions overhead and to the side while transporting.
Always operate mixer in a position to provide maximum visibility at all times. Make
allowances for increased length and weight of the mixer when making turns, stopping the
unit, etc.
PERFORMING MAINTENANCE
:
Good maintenance is your responsibility. Poor maintenance is an invitation to trouble.
Make sure there is plenty of ventilation. Never operate the engine of the vehicle in a
closed building. The exhaust fumes can cause asphyxiation.
Before working on the mixer, stop the vehicle, set the brakes, disengage the PTO and all
power drives, shut off the engine and remove the ignition keys.
Be certain all moving parts on attachments have come to a complete stop before
attempting to perform maintenance.
Always use a safety support and block the wheels. Never use a jack to support the
machine.
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