Blue Rhino RB60/72 manual Operation, Tractor Requirements and Capabilities, ROPS and Seat Belt

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OPERATION

OPERATION

2. TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS

The tractor used to operate the mower must have the power capacity to lift, pull, and operate the Power Take Off (PTO) at the mower’s rated speed while traveling at a ground speed between 2 and 5 MPH. Operating the mower with a tractor that does not meet the following requirements may cause tractor or mower damage and be a potential danger to the operator and passersby.

Tractor Requirements and Capabilities

•ASABE approved Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS) or ROPS cab and seat belt.

•	Tractor Safety Devices	Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem, lighting, PTO master shield
•	Tractor Horsepower:
	-Minimum	RB60 - 20 HP, RB72 - 25 HP
	-Maximum	75 HP
• Hitch -Lift Type Mower:
	- Lifting Capacity	RB60 - 522 lbs., RB72 - 638 lbs.
	- 3-Point Hitch	CAT I
•	Front End Weight	As needed to maintain 20% weight on front axle
•	Power Take Off	540 RPM 6-spline, 1-3/6” diameter output shaft

2.1 ROPS and Seat Belt

The tractor must be equipped with a Roll-Over-Protective-Structure (ROPS) (tractor cab or roll-bar) and seat belt to protect the operator from falling off the tractor, especially during a roll over where the driver could be crushed and killed. Only operate the tractor with the ROPS in the raised position and seat belt fastened. Tractor models not equipped with a ROPS and seat belt should have these life saving features installed by an authorized dealer. OPS-U- 0003

Operate this Equipment only with a Tractor equipped with an approved roll- over-protective system (ROPS). Always wear seat belts. Serious injury or even death could result from falling off the tractor--particularly during a turnover when the operator could be pinned under the ROPS.

2.2 Tractor Safety Devices

If transporting or operating the tractor and implement near a public roadway, the tractor must be equipped with proper warning lighting and a Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) emblem which are clearly visible from the rear of the unit. Lights and a SMV emblem must be equipped directly on implements if the visibility of the tractor warning signals are obscured.

Maintain all manufacturer equipped safety shields and guards. Always replace shields and guards that were removed for access to connect, service, or repair the tractor or implement. Never operate the tractor PTO with the PTO master shield missing or in the raised position. OPS-U- 0004

RB60/72 02/11 Operation Section 4-4

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