Servis-Rhino FM84A manual Driving the Tractor and Mower

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9.4 Driving the Tractor and Mower

Start off driving at a slow speed and gradually increase your speed while maintaining complete control of the tractor and mower. Moving slowly at first will also prevent the tractor from rearing up and loss of steering control. The tractor should never be operated at speeds that cannot be safely handled or which will prevent the operator from stopping quickly during an emergency. If the power steering or engine ceases operating, stop the tractor immediately as the tractor will be difficult to control. If the tractor becomes stuck or the tires are frozen to the ground, reverse the tractor out to prevent overturning.

Perform turns with the tractor and mower at slow speeds to determine how the tractor with the mower handles a turn. Determine the safe operating speed to maintain proper control of the tractor when making turns. When turning with an attached rear implement, the overall length of the working unit is greatly increased. Allow additional clearance for the mower to swing when turning.

WARNING!	Be particularly careful when transporting the Mower with the Tractor. Turn curves or go
	up hills only at a low speed and using a gradual steering angle. Rear mounted Implements
	move the center of gravity to the rear and remove weight from the front wheels. Make
	certain, by adding front ballast if necessary, to maintain at least 20% of the Tractor’s
	weight on the front wheels to prevent Tractor rearing up, loss of steering control, and
	possible Tractor tip-over. Slow down on rough or uneven surfaces to prevent loss of
	steering control, which could result in property damage or possible injury. Do not transport
	the Mower unless the Tractor 3-Point lift lever is fully raised and in the latched transport
	position. Dropping the Mower during transport can cause serious damage to the Tractor
	and/or Mower, and possibly cause the operator or others to be injured or killed. (S3PT-2)
WARNING!	Mow at the speed that you can safely operate and control the tractor and mower. Safe mowing
	speed depends on terrain condition and grass type, density, and height of cut. Normal ground speed
	range is from 0 to 5 mph. Use slow mowing speeds when operating on or near steep slopes, ditches,
	drop-offs, overhead obstructions, power lines, or when debris and foreign objects are to be avoided.
	(SGM-7)

FM84A 09/03 Operation Section 4-21

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