Operation 21
MAN0556 (9/21/2007)
PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST
(OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY)
___ Review and follow all safety rules and safety
decal instructions on pages 6 through 11.
___ Check that all safety decals are installed and in
good condition. Replace if damaged.
___ Check that all hardware and cotter pins are prop-
erly installed and secured.
___ Check that equipment is properly and securely
attached to tractor.
___ Do not allow riders.
___ Check all lubrication points and grease as
instructed in Owner Service, ". Lubrication
Points", page 22.
___ Check that all hydraulic hoses and fittings are in
good condition and not leaking before starting
tractor. Check that hoses are not twisted, bent
sharply, kinked, frayed or pulled tight. Replace
any damaged hoses immediately.
___ Make sure tractor ROPS or ROPS cab and seat
belt are in good condition. Keep seat belt
securely fastened during operation.
___ Before starting engine, operator must be in trac-
tor seat with seat belt fastened. Place transmis-
sion in neutral or park, engage brake, and
disengage tractor PTO.