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OPERATION
Operation Section 4-32
OPERATION
FM84A 09/03
© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.
13.1 Transporting on Public Roadways
Extreme caution should be used when transporting the tractor and mower on public roadways. The tractor must
be equipped with all required safety warning features including a SMV emblem and flashing warning lights to alert
drivers of the tractor’s presence. Remember that roadways are primarily designed for automotive drivers and most
drivers will not be looking out for you, therefore, you must look out for them. Check your side view mirrors
frequently and remember that vehicles will approach quickly because of the tractor’s slower speed. Be extremely
cautious when the piece of equipment that you are towing is wider than the tractor tire width and/or extends
beyond your lane of the road.
Make certain that the “Slow Moving Vehicle” (SMV) sign is in-
stalled 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)
WARNING!
WARNING!
Transport only at safe speeds. Serious accidents and injuries can
result from operating this equipment at unsafe speeds. Understand
the Tractor and Implement and how it handles before transporting on
streets and highways. Make sure the Tractor steering and brakes are
in good condition and operate properly.
Before transporting the Tractor and Implement, determine the safe
transport speeds for you and the equipment. Make sure you abide
by the following rules:
1. Test the tractor at a slow speed and increase the speed slowly.
Apply the Brakes smoothly to determine the stopping
characteristics of the Tractor and Implement. As you increase
the speed of the Tractor the stopping distance increases.
Determine the maximum safe transport speed for you and this
Equipment.
2. Test the equipment at a slow speed in turns. Increase the
speed through the turn only after you determine that it is safe
to operate at a higher speed. Use extreme care and reduce
your speed when turning sharply to prevent the tractor and
implement from turning over. Determine the maximum safe
turning speed for you and this equipment before operating on
roads or uneven ground.
3. Only transport the Tractor and Implement at the speeds that
you have determined are safe and which allow you to properly
control the equipment.
Be aware of the operating conditions. Do not operate the Tractor
with weak or faulty brakes. When operating down a hill or on wet or
rain slick roads, the braking distance increases: use extreme care
and reduce your speed. When operating in traffic always use the
Tractor’s flashing warning lights and reduce your speed. Be aware
of traffic around you and watch out for the other guy. (SG-19)