1.5 Safe Operation
CAUTION: An unbalanced tractor may roll over and cause serious accidents.
Make sure that the counter weights of the front frame, the wheel weights and the wheel
ballasting are used in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. DO NOT add
extra weights to compensate for an overloaded tractor. Reduce load. Keep your arms and
legs inside the operator's compartment during operation of the tractor.
1.5.1 General operating hazards
• Make sure that the PTO shield is installed when the PTO shaft is not being used.
• Before coupling, uncoupling, cleaning, or adjusting PTO-powered implements, disengage the
implement, stop the engine, remove the ignition key and make sure that the PTO shaft is stopped.
• Make sure that all of the PTO shields are in place and note all safety signs.
• Make sure that no one is near the machine before engaging the PTO. For stationary PTO operations,
always place the transmission in neutral, set the parking brake and chock the wheels of the tractor and
implement.
• When operating PTO-powered mobile equipment, do not leave the tractor seat until the PTO is
disengaged, the transmission is in neutral and the parking brake is engaged, and the engine is off and
the key is removed from the ignition.
• Do not use adapters, reducers or extensions for the PTO, because these components extend the
coupler and the universal joint in addition to the protection offered by the PTO.
• The 3-point arm and the levelling arms must not be extended beyond the point where the threads are
beginning to appear.
DANGER:
Do not attempt to disconnect the hydraulic connections or adjust the implement with the
engine running or with the PTO engaged. Failure to follow these instructions can cause
serious injury or death.
• When using chemical substances, follow the manufacturer's instructions regarding use, storage and
appropriate sites for disposal. Also follow the manufacturer's instructions regarding application of the
substance.
• When operating with poor visibility or in the dark, use the tractor lights for field operation and reduce
the speed of travel (do not use the service lights when travelling on roads, as these lights may be illegal
in some places - except when used as a reverse light - because they can confuse other drivers).
• Operate the tractor with the widest wheels track setting possible, consistent with the task being
performed. To adjust the wheel track, see the Maintenance and Adjustment section.
• Reduce speed when operating on uneven or slippery ground or when foliage obstructs your vision.
• Do not make sharp turns at high speed.
1.5.2 Implements and additional equipment
WARNING: The front loader (bucket or forks) must be equipped with an appropriate
restriction device to prevent the load (bales, fence posts, wires etc.) from falling from the
lift arms.
If the load falls on the operator's compartment, it can crush the driver. Objects that are
poorly fixed can also fall and injure bystanders.
Make sure that the loader has this equipment.
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