Tiger RBF-19C, Operator'S Manual

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Safety Section 1-16
SAFETY
RBF-19C 07-04
© 2004
Alamo Group Inc.
WARNING!
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.
(SG-6)
WARNING! Transport only at safe speeds. Serious accidents and injuries can result
from operating this equipment at unsafe speeds. Understand the Tractor
and Implement and how it handles before transporting on streets and
highways. Make sure the Tractor steering and brakes are in good condition
and operate properly.
Before transporting the Tractor and Implement, determine the safe transport
speeds for you and the equipment.
Make sure you abide by the following
rules:
1. Test the tractor at a slow speed and increase the speed slowly.
Apply the Brakes smoothly to determine the stopping
characteristics of the Tractor and Implement. As you increase
the speed of the Tractor the stopping distance increases.
Determine the maximum safe transport speed for you and this
Equipment.
2. Test the equipment at a slow speed in turns. Increase the speed
through the turn only after you determine that it is safe to operate
at a higher speed. Use extreme care and reduce your speed
when turning sharply to prevent the tractor and implement from
turning over. Determine the maximum safe turning speed for you
and this equipment before operating on roads or uneven ground.
3. Only transport the Tractor and Implement at the speeds that you
have determined are safe and which allow you to properly control
the equipment.
Be aware of the operating conditions. Do not operate the Tractor with
weak or faulty brakes. When operating down a hill or on wet or rain slick
roads, the braking distance increases: use extreme care and reduce your
speed. When operating in traffic always use the Tractor’s flashing warning
lights and reduce your speed. Be aware of traffic around you and watch
out for the other guy.
(SG-19)
WARNING!
Y
our driving vision may be reduced or impaired by the tractor, cab, or implement. Before driving
on public roadways identify any limited vision areas, and make adjustments to your operating
position, mirrors, and the implement transport position so that you can clearly see the area where
you will be traveling, and any traffic that may approach you. Failure to maintain adequate vision
of the public roadway and traffic can result in serious injury or even death.
(STI-10)