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OPERATION
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Keep the lights adjusted so they do not blind
the operator of an oncoming vehicle.
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Engage the clutch slowly when driving out of
a ditch, gully, or up a steep hillside.
Disengage the clutch promptly should the
front wheels rise off the ground.
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Reduce speed before turning quickly or
applying brakes. Lock the brake pedals
together when travelling at high speeds.
Brake both wheels simultaneously when
making an emergency stop.
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Never apply the differential lock when turning.
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Use extreme caution and avoid hard
applications of the tractor brakes when pulling
heavy towed loads at road speeds.
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Any towed vehicle whose total weight
exceeds that of the towing tractor must be
equipped with brakes for safe operation.
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Always check overhead clearance, especially
when transporting the tractor.
ATTACHING AND DETACHING TRAILED
EQUIPMENT
IMPORTANT: Regulations in some countries
require brakes on towed equipment when operating
on the public highway. Before travelling on public
highways ensure that you comply with legal
requirements.
North American standards recommend that you
observe the following precautions for towing
equipment not equipped with brakes
DO NOT TOW equipment weighing more than twice
the tractor weight.
Do not exceed 10 M.p.h. (16 K.p.h.) if towed
equipment weighs more than the tractor.
Do not exceed 20 M.p.h. (32 K.p.h.) while towing
equipment that weighs less than the tractor.
SWINGING DRAWBAR (where fitted)
The swinging drawbar may be fixed or allowed to
swing the full width of the hanger.
Fasten the drawbar in position using the swing
limiter pins when pulling equipment which requires
accurate positioning and when transporting
equipment.
Allow the drawbar to swing when pulling ground
engaging equipment which does not require
accurate positioning. This will make steering and
turning easier.
WARNING: Always secure the drawbar
to prevent swinging when transporting
equipment or when operating any but
ground engaging equipment.
IMPORTANT: When transporting equipment on the
highway it is recommended that a safety chain
having a tensile strength equal to the gross weight
of the implement be installed between the tractor
and implement hitch.
WARNING: Always use the drawbar or
lower links in the lowered position for
pull-type work.
NOTE: When supporting equipment on the drawbar
ensure that the total weight on the rear axle does
not exceed the maximum rear axle loading or the
rear tire load capacity, whichever is the lower (See
“TRACTOR WEIGHTING” on page 28 in this section
of the Manual and “REAR TIRE PRESSURES AND
LOADS” in the “Specifications” section).
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Always sit in the driver’s seat while starting or
driving the tractor.
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