SAFETY
RX60/72/84 03/09 Safety Section 1-7
© 2009 Alamo Group In c.
SAFETY
Start tractor only when properly seated in the Tractor seat. Starting a
tractor in gear can result in injury or death. Read the Tractor operators
manual for prop er starting instructions. (SG-13)
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 hydr aul ic p ressure. Wear oil impenetrable gloves ,
safety glasses and use Cardboard to check for evidence of oil le aks. If
you suspect a leak, REMOVE the HOSE and have it teste d 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)
Never run the Tractor engine in a closed building or without adequate ventilation. The
exhaust fumes can be hazardous to your health. (SG-23)
Do not exceed the rated PTO speed for the Implement. Excessive PTO speeds can cause
Implement driveline or blade failur es resulting in serious injury or death. (SG-26)
Operate the Tractor and/or Impl ement controls on ly while pr operly seated in the Tractor seat
with the seat belt securely fastened around you. Inadvertent movement of the Tractor or
Implement may ca use ser iou s inju ry or death. (SG-29)
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remove the key. Wait until all rotating motion has stopped befor e dismounting. (SG-39)
Do Not operate this eq uipmen t in areas wher e in se cts such as bees may attack you and/or
cause you to lose contro l of the equipm ent. 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 ser ious injur y or d eath to yo u o r bystanders. Never dismount a mo vin g
tractor. (SG-40)