7. TRANSPORTING Transporting
m The engine and exhaust system become hot during operation
and remain hot for a while after stopping. Contact with hot engine com-
ponents or the exhaust system can cause burns and can ignite some
materials.
Avoid touching the engine or exhaust system for at least 15 minutes after
the engine has stopped. Allow the engine to cool before transporting the
tractor.
[ IMPORTANT NOTICE ] T owing the tractor behind another vehicle or using it
to push another vehicle can damage the tractor.
Transport the tractor on a flat, level trailer or in a pickup truck. To avoid
gasoline spillage, keep the tractor level while transporting.
m Gasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can ex-
plode, causing injury or death.
Transport the tractor on a flat, level heavy duty trailer.
1. Use a loading ramp that is strong enough to support the combined
weight of the tractor, its attachments and the operator. The loading
ramp must be long enough so that its slope is 15O or less.
2. Use reverse gear 1st or 2nd to back the tractor up the ramp.
NOTE: If you feel that you cannot accurately judge angle of the ramps,
we suggest that you obtain an inclinometer. This type of gauge is available
at most hardware stores.
RAMP n
LESS THAN 15”
NOTE: If the engine stalls during loading, immediately depress the brake
pedal and clutch pedal, then let the tractor roll down the ramp by slowly
releasing the bae pedal.
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