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- 3 SAFE OPERATION 6. Never allow children to play on the machine or on the implement. 7. Use extra caution when backing up. Look behind and down to make sure area is clear before moving. C Operating on slopes Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip- cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do 2. Driving forward out of a ditch, mired condition or up a steep slope increases the risk of a tractor to be upset 3. Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed, direction or apply 4. Avoid changing gears speed when climbing or going down a slope. If on a slope changing gears to neutral 5. Special attention should be made to the weight and location of implements and loads as such will affect the 6. To improve stability on slope, follow recommendations for proper ballasting as shown in "BALLAST" section. C Driving the tractor on the road 1. Check the front wheel engagement. The braking characteristics are different between 2 and 4-wheel 2. Always slow the tractor down before turning. Turning at high speed may tip the tractor over. 3. On public roads use the hazard lights, if required by local traffic and safety regulations. 4. Observe all local traffic and safety regulations. times. 7. Do not apply the differential lock while traveling at road speeds. The tractor may run out of control. 8. Avoid sudden motions of the steering wheel as they can lead to a dangerous loss of stability. The risk is 9. Keep the ROPS in the "UP" position and wear the seat belt when driving the tractor on the road. 10.Do not operate an implement while the tractor is on the road. Lock the 3-point hitch in the raised position. 11. Set the implement lowering speed knob in the "LOCK" position to hold the implement in the raised position. 1. Disengage the PTO, lower all implements to the ground, place all control levers in their neutral 2. Make sure that the tractor has come to a complete stop before dismounting. 3. Avoid parking on steep slopes, if at all possible park on a firm and level surface; if not, park across a slope with (1) 3-point hitch lowering speed knob (A) "FAST" 3. PARKING THE TRACTOR (1) Brake pedal (A) "DEPRESS" |