•Never try to get on or off a moving tractor.
•Never park the tractor on a steep incline.
•Do not run the engine in an enclosed building without adequate ventilation. Exhaust fumes can cause death.
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•Do not operate near embankments, ditches, holes, or other terrain features which may col- lapse under the tractor’s weight. The tractor could suddenly turn over if a wheel goes over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.
•Driving forward out of a ditch or mired condi- tion, or up a steep slope, increases the risk of the tractor flipping over backward. Use reverse to free the tractor in these situations.
•Check overhead clearance carefully before driving under power lines, wires, bridges or low hanging tree branches, before entering or leaving buildings, or in any other situation where the operator and/or roll bar may be struck, which could result in serious injury.
•Pull only from the drawbar. Make certain the drawbar pin is locked in place. Pulling from the rear axle of the tractor or any point above the axle could cause the tractor to overturn.
•Maintain the weight balance of the tractor. Install front end weights to counterbalance heavy implements attached to the three point hitch. Do not operate the tractor with a light front end.
•Check all connections, and tighten if necessary, before starting the engine or pressurizing lines.
•Do not leave equipment in the raised position when the vehicle is stopped or unattended.
•Use only accessories approved for this machine by the manufacturer. Read, under- stand and follow all instructions provided with the approved accessory. Know your equipment and its limitations.
•Remember that your tractor, if abused or incor- rectly used, can be dangerous and become a hazard both to the operator and to bystanders. Do not overload, or operate with attached equipment which is unsafe, not designed for the particular task, or is poorly maintained.
•Lock the brake pedals together when traveling at road speeds. Brake both wheels simulta- neously when making an emergency stop. Uneven braking at road speeds could cause the tractor to tip over.
•Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. If local laws permit road travel, use the headlights, flashing hazard lights and SMV signs when traveling on public roadways.
•Do not engage the differential lock while traveling at road speeds. Difficulty steering could cause you to lose control of the tractor.
•Avoid sudden motions of the steering wheel as they can lead to a dangerous loss of stability. The risk is especially great when the tractor is traveling at road speeds.
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