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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
OPERATIONAL SAFETY (contin
ued)
Most accidents occur because of neglect or carelessness. Keep all helpers and bystanders at a safe distance.
REMEMBER FALLING BALES CAN ROLL OR TUMBLE.
For operator safety, always keep bale in front of tractor hood. NEVER position bale back over operator.
ALWAYS BE CAREFUL!
When maneuvering close to buildings or passing through narrow areas, be sure to allow sufficient clearance
for the tractor, loader, and bale. Drive slowly.
Always load rear of tractor first and unload last when using a front loader.
Beware of lift clearance when raising loader to maximum height.
Keep alert and watch the rear as well as the front when working with the loader.
Stop loader gradually when lowering or lifting loads.
Operate loader from operator’s seat only. Remain at controls until operating cycle is complete.
Beware of low electrical wires when loader is raised. Serious injury or death can result if contact is made.
Always insert spears into the bale – NEVER under the bale. Failure to insert spears into bale can allow bale
to roll back when loader is raised, causing serious injury or death.
Do not handle bales that exceed the bale weight limitations of the loader. Watch for bales that are frozen to the
ground.
Never use the tractor/loader to stop a rolling bale.
When handling round bales on a slope, always approach the bale with the tractor facing uphill.
Only use a tractor equipped with a ROPS cab or rollover protective structure. Keep foldable ROPS systems in
“locked up” position at all times. Keep seat belt fastened.
When stacking bales, ALWAYS MAKE SURE BALES ARE PLACED SO THE STACK IS STABLE.
Operate the loader controls smoothly, avoiding jerky operation.
Carry the bale slowly and as low as possible to the ground.
INSTRUCTIONS (continued)
Improper use of loaders to handle bales can result in
serious injury or death to the operator. This could be
caused by the bale tumbling back down the loader into
the operator’s station.
For optimum stability and visibility:
• Become familiar with controls.
• Be sure anyone operating the loader is aware of safe
operation and potential hazards. Read and observe
safety recommendations in loader manual.
• Operate loader from operator’s seat only. Remain at
controls until operating cycle is complete.
• Carry the bale slowly and as low as possible to the
ground.
• Operate the loader hydraulic controls smoothly,
avoiding jerky operation.
• When handling round bales on a slope, always
approach the bale with the power unit facing uphill.
• Never use the tractor/loader to stop a rolling bale.
• Stop loader gradually when lowering or lifting loads.
• Use particular care when working on inclines and
hillsides.
• Avoid holes, ditches, and obstructions which may
cause tractor/loader to tip.
• Allow for additional length of loader on tractor while
turning.
• Never allow anyone to walk or work under a raised
loader.
• Be sure that people, livestock, or pets are not stand-
ing near the machine while operating.
• Travel slowly over rough ground or when making
turns.
• Drive slowly through gates and doors.
• Lower bucket or attachment to ground when loader is
unattended.
HANDLE BALES SAFELY
When working on side hills, DO NOT
RAISE LOADER TOO HIGH. Keep an
eye on terrain changes. Keep load low.
WARNING!
For multiple spear models, always insert spears
into the bale – NEVER under the bale. Failure to insert
spears into bale can allow bale to roll back when
loader is raised, causing serious injury or death.
CAUTION!
When traveling on public roads, whether at night or
during the day, use accessory light and devices for
adequate warnings to operators of other vehicles.
Comply with all federal, state and local laws.
Carry load low.
Check visibility. If visibility is impaired, reduce speed or
consider other means of bale transport.
Allow for additional length of loader and spear attach-
ment on tractor while turning.
Select a safe ground travel speed when transporting
from one area to another. When traveling on roadways,
transport in such a way that faster moving vehicles may
pass you safely.
When traveling over rough or hilly terrain or when
making turns, slow down and use extra care.
Read all the safety warnings in the front of this manu-
al and in the manual of tractor.
TRANSPORTING
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