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60C 01/10 Safety Section 1-12
© 2010 Alamo Group Inc.
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backhoe. The backhoe adds five to six feet of length in rear of the tractor and significant
weight. Allow extra distance when stopping or turning. Do not allow backhoe or attachment
to contact solid objects.
(SBH-16)
Be careful when operating or transporting this equipment to prevent the Implement from
running into or striking sign posts, guard rails, concrete abutments or other solid objects.
Such an impact could cause the Implement and Tractor to pivot violently resulting in loss of
steering control, serious injury, or even death. Never allow the Implement to contact
obstacles.
(SBH-48)
Lower the Backhoe to the bed of the truck or trailer when
transporting the tractor and Backhoe with a truck. Measure
to ensure the transport height does not exceed the legal
limits. Contact with overhead obstructions or power lines can
cause property damage or serious injury.
(SBH-30)
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)
Engage boom swing and lift pins. Lock both stabilizers in the raised position. If the backhoe
attachment, such as a bucket, were to drop suddenly and hit the ground while transporting,
the tractor could stop or swing to the side. Immediately resulting in the operator hitting the
steering wheel or flying out of the operator’s seat. Serious injury could result.
(SBH-15)
Your driving vision may be reduced or impaired by the tractor, cab, or implement. Be
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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)
Carry the Backhoe and attachment low when transporting to
reduce the potential of the tractor tipping over. Transport on
slopes only at slow speeds and use gradual turning angles.
Tractor wheel contact with any wash out, drop off or ground
obstruction with a raised Backhoe could result in the tractor
tipping over and causing serious injury.
(SBH-36)