INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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Revised 2013
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Make sure the PTO shaft is firmly attached to the tractor and the implement and
that the locking pins have snapped shut.
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To connect and disconnect the PTO shaft, please refer to the manufacturer’s
instruction manual and to your tractor’s instruction manual.
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Connection and disconnection of the PTO shaft must be performed with the
tractor’s engine turned off.
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Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts
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To prevent injury by thrown objects DO NOT operate unless all personnel,
livestock and pets are 20 m (65 ft) away.
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The rotating parts of the machine have been designed and tested for rugged
use. However they can fail upon impact with heavy solid objects. Such impact
can cause fragments to be thrown outward at very high speed. To reduce the
possibility of serious injury, or even death, never allow the rotating parts to
contact such obstacles.
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Stop the machine and tractor immediately upon hitting an obstruction. Turn off
the engine, remove the key, inspect and repair any damage before resuming
operation.
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No repairs or adjustments should be attempted while the machine is attached to
a tractor that is turned on
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Disengage tractor PTO and place transmission into neutral before attempting to
start engine.
TRANSPORT SAFETY
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Plan your route to avoid heavy traffic.
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For public roads, comply with state and local safety and movement rules.
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Be sure that the implement is in the raised position for transport.
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When you must drive, do not drink.
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Pay attention to traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.
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Reduce speed when transporting mounted implement to avoid bouncing and
loss of steering control.
MAINTENANCE SAFETY
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Good maintenance is your responsibility. Poor maintenance is an invitation to
trouble.
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Please follow these common practices:
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keep service area clean;
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make sure the area is well lit;
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make sure the tools and the electric appliances are properly grounded;
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make sure the service area is properly ventilated.
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