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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - continued
OM 0391SB1274-A
8
THE TRACTOR
General Information
1. Read the operator's manual carefully before
using tractor. Lack of operating knowledge
can lead to accidents.
2. Do not allow anyone but the operator to ride
on the tractor. There is no safe place for
extra riders
Operating the Tractor
1. Never run the tractor engine in a closed
building without adequate ventilation, as the
exhaust fumes are very dangerous.
2. Never allow an open flame near the fuel tank
or battery.
3. Make sure the shield is installed when using
a PTO-driven equipment and always replace
the shield if damaged.
4. Always bring the tractor to a complete stop,
shut off the engine, lower the implement to
the ground and remove the ignition key
before leaving the tractor.
5. Never park the tractor on a steep slope.
6. Do not attempt to operate on steep slopes.
7. Use of tire chains for better traction and
stability is recommended.
8. Always drive the tractor at speeds compatible
with safety, especially when operating over
rough ground, crossing ditches, or when
turning.
9. Handle fuel with care, as it is highly
flammable.
10. Use approved fuel container.
11. Never add fuel to a running engine or a hot
engine.
12. Fill fuel tank outdoors with extreme care.
Never fill fuel tank indoors. Replace fuel cap
securely and wipe up spilled fuel.
13. Never allow anyone to operate the
snowblower until they are thoroughly familiar
with basic tractor and snowblower operation.
14. A minimum 20% of tractor and equipment
weight must be on the tractor front wheels
when attachments are in transport position.
Without this weight, tractor could tip over,
causing personal injury or death. The weight
may be attained with a loader, front wheel
weights, ballast in tires or front tractor
weights. Weigh the tractor and equipment.
Do not estimate.
15. Always make sure all snowblower
components are properly installed and
securely fastened BEFORE operation.
During Operation
1. Do not allow anyone to ride on the
tractor/snowblower at any time. There is no
safe place for passengers on this
equipment. The operator MUST sit in the
tractor seat.
2. Eye and hearing protection is
recommended when operating the
snowblower.
3. Operate only during daylight hours, or when
the area is well lit with bright artificial light.
4. Disengage the PTO (turn to “OFF”), place
the transmission in neutral, set the parking
brake, shut off the engine and remove the
key, and make sure rotating components
have stopped BEFORE leaving the
operator’s seat.
5. Inspect the snowblower after striking any
foreign object to assure that all snowblower
parts are safe and secure and not
damaged.