OPERATION
INTERSTATER 03/09 Operation Section 4-38
© 2009 Alamo Group Inc.
OPERATION
If the tractor’s hydraulic pump is not indep endent of the tr actor PTO, or if the tractor PTO has to be run to have
hydraulic power, disconnect the mower driveline from the tractor PTO output shaft. Secure the driveline to the
mower deck to prevent driveline damage or loss during transport.
NOTE: Ensure that the mower sections are fully raised and that the transport locks are engaged for each
section.
Before transporting the tractor on a public roadway
or boarding a trailer for transport, the tractor brake
pedals should be locked together. Locking the
pedals ensures that both wheels brake
simultaneously while stopping, especially when
making an emergency stop.
Use extreme caution and avoid hard app lications of
the tractor br akes whe n towing hea vy loads at ro ad
speeds. Never tow the implement at speeds
greater than 20 MPH (25 kph). OPS-U- 0018

13.1 Transporting on Public Roadways

Extreme caution should be used wh en transporting the tractor an d impleme nt 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 sure that a proper size safety tow chain is secured between the tractor and implement before entering a
public road. OPS-U- 0019
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which exceeds the weight of the Implement by at least 20%. DO NOT
tow the Imp leme nt be hind a truc k or ot her t ype o f vehic le. N ever tow the
Implement and another Implement connected in tandem. Never tow the
Implement at speeds over 20 MPH. (STI-06)
Never allow children or other persons to ride on the Tractor or Implement.
Falling off can result in serious injury or death. (SG-10)