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Risk of overturning
For your safety, it is mandatory that all footstep tractors
are fitted with original Roll Over Protective Structures
and seat belts (Fig.2-18).
In the event of overturning with a tractor fitted with a cab
or ROPS, hold the steering wheel firmly and DO NOT
attempt to leave the seat until the tractor has come to
rest. If the doors are locked, leave the tractor through the
duly indicated emergency exits (Fig.2-18).
To avoid side overturns
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Set the wheel track at the widest setting suitable
for the job being done.
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Lock the brake pedals together before driving at
transport speeds.
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Reduce speed to match operating conditions. If the
tractor is equipped with a front-end loader, carry the
bucket and load as low as possible.
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Make wide slow turns at reduced speed. DON'T let
your tractor bounce. You may loose steering control.
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DON'T pull a load too heavy for your tractor. It could
run away on the down slope or the tractor could
jackknife around a towed load.
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DON'T brake suddenly. Apply brakes smoothly and
gradually.
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When going down a slope use the throttle to slow the
tractor engine and use the same gear you would use
to up the slope. Shift into gear before you start
downhill.
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Engage four-wheel drive (if equipped); this will give
greater stability.
WARNING: NEVER disengage the clutch or attempt
to shift gear after you have started downhill.
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It is always preferable to travel straight up or down a
steep slope rather than across it.
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Do not overload a front implement or a trailer. Use
suitable counterweights to keep the tractor stable
(Fig.2-20).
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If a load is towed at transport speed, the drawbar
must be locked in central position.
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NEVER use the tractor to round up animals or cattle.
Safety notes
Fig.2-18
Fig.2-19
Fig.2-20
