Bush Hog RMB 1445 3.3 Tractor Lighting and SMV Emblem, 3.4 Tractor Ballast

OPERATION

RMB 1445 11/10 Operation Section 4-6

OPERATION

Never operate the Tractor and Mower Unit without an OPS (Operators

Protective Structure) or Cab to prevent injury from objects thrown from

ground or from overhead trimming. Stop mowing if workers or passersby

are within 300 feet. (SBM-9)

3.3 Tractor Lighting and SMV Emblem

If the tractor will be operated near or traveled on a

public roadway it must be equipped with proper

warning lighting and a Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV)

emblem which are clearly visible from the rear of

the unit. Most tractor’s have different settings for

operating and transporting lighting. Refer to the

tractor operator’s manual for using the tractor’s

light switch and operating the turn signals.

OPS-B- 0017

3.4 Tractor Ballast

To ensure tractor stability when operating on flat surfaces the left rear tractor tire MUST exert a minimum

down force (weight) of 1500 lbs. on the ground when the tractor is on level ground, its boom is fully extended

and the mower head is horizontal and two feet above the ground. A tractor that does not meet this criteria is

DANGEROUS and should not be operated as upset of the unit can occur resulting in possible serious injury

and property damage.

If the unit is operated on slopes greater than 5,

additional counterweight will be required.

Operation of the unit on slopes greater than 11

percent (6.4 degrees) is not recommended under

any circumstances. On a tractor with a 96” outside

to outside tire spread, an 11 percent (6.4 degrees)

slope occurs when one rear tractor tire is about 8”

lower than the other rear tire. OPS-B- 0018_C