Bush Hog 00786976C 12.1 Transporting on Public Roadways

OPERATION

160 Series 08/10 Operation Section 4-20

OPERATION

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 applications of

the tractor brakes when towing heavy loads at road

speeds. Never tow the implement at speeds

greater than 20 MPH (25 kph). OPS-U- 0018

12.1 Transporting on Public Roadways

Extreme caution should be used when transporting the tractor and implement 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. OPS-BL-0003

Only tow the Implement behind a properly sized and equipped Tractor

which exceeds the weight of the Implement by at least 20%. DO NOT

tow the Implement behind a truck or other type of vehicle. Never 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)

Make certain that the “Slow Moving Vehicle” (SMV) sign is installed in

such a way as to be clearly visible and legible. When transporting the

Equipment use the Tractor flashing warning lights and follow all local

traffic regulations. (SG-6)