
3.2
Operational Safety
CAUTION
Adhere to the following safety precautions:
• Follow all safety and operational instructions
provided in your operator’s manuals.
If you do
not have a windrower manual, get one from your
Dealer and read it thoroughly.
• Never attempt to start the engine or operate the
machine except from the windrower seat.
• Check the operation of all controls in a safe, clear
area before starting work.
• Do NOT allow riders on the windrower.
Figure 3.1: No Riders
CAUTION
• Never start or move the machine until you are sure
all bystanders have cleared the area.
• Avoid travelling over loose fill, rocks, ditches,
or holes.
• Drive slowly through gates and doorways.
• When working on inclines, travel uphill or downhill
whenever possible. Be sure to keep transmission
in gear when travelling downhill.
• Never attempt to get on or off a moving machine.
• Do NOT leave operator’s station while the engine
is running.
• To avoid bodily injury or death from unexpected
startup of a machine, always stop the engine
and remove the key before adjusting or removing
plugged material from the machine.
• Check for excessive vibration and unusual noises.
If there is any indication of trouble, shut down
and inspect the machine. Follow proper shutdown
procedure.
Refer to
.
• Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
Figure 3.2: Bystander Safety
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