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SAFETY
F-4139 01/11 Safety Section 1-8
© 2011 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY
Operate the tractor and Backhoe only in conditions where you have clear visibility in
daylight or with adequate artificial lighting. Never operate in darkness or foggy conditions
where you cannot clearly see at least 100 feet in front and to the sides of the tractor. Make
sure you can clearly see bystanders, ditches, steep slopes, drop-offs, overhead
obstructions, power lines, and debris or obstruction in the travel path. If you are unable to
clearly see these types of items discontinue operating. Contact with unseen vehicles,
bystanders, obstructions, or drop-offs can cause serious injury.
(SBH-31)
Do Not operate this equipment in areas where insects such as bees may attack you and/or
cause you to lose control of the equipment. If you must enter in such areas, use a tractor
with an enclosed Cab and close the windows to prevent insects from entering. If a tractor
cab is not available, wear suitable clothing including head, face, and hand protection to
shield you from the insects. Attacking insects can cause you to lose control of the tractor,
which can result in serious injury or death to you or bystanders. Never dismount a moving
tractor.
(SG-40)
In case of mechanical difficulty during operation, place the transmission in the park
position, set the parking brake, shut down all power, including the PTO and the engine and
remove the key. Wait until all rotating motion has stopped before dismounting.
(SG-39)
If the Backhoe valve controls fail to function properly discontinue use of the tractor and
Backhoe until the controls are properly repaired. Sudden or unexpected movement or
dropping of the Backhoe and attachment could result in serious injury.
(SBH-28)
Never leave the Implement and Power Unit unattended while the Implement is in the raised
position. Accidental operation of a lifting lever or a hydraulic failure may cause the
implement to suddenly fall causing serious injury or possible death to anyone who might
inadvertently be under the Implement. Lower the implement carefully to the ground. Do not
put hands or feet under lifted components.
(SPU-3)
Do not operate this Equipment with hydraulic oil or fuel leaking. Oil
and fuel are explosive and their presence could present a hazard. Do
not check for leaks with your hand! High-pressure oil streams from
breaks in the line could penetrate the skin and cause tissue damage
including gangrene. To check for a hose leak, SHUT the unit ENGINE
OFF and remove all hydraulic pressure. Wear oil impenetrable gloves,
safety glasses and use Cardboard to check for evidence of oil leaks. If
you suspect a leak, REMOVE the HOSE and have it tested at a Dealer.
If oil does penetrate the skin, have the injury treated immediately by a
physician knowledgeable and skilled in this procedure.
(SG-15)