SAFETY RULES
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
imum transport speed. Doing so could result in:
•Loss of control of the implement and tractor
•Reduced or no ability to stop during braking
•Implement tire failure
•Damage to the implement or its components.
Use additional caution and reduce speed when under adverse surface conditions, turning, or on inclines.
Never tow this implement with a motor vehicle.
Always raise unit and install transport locks before transporting. Leak down or failure of mechanical or hydraulic system can cause equip- ment to drop.
Always attach safety chain to tractor drawbar when transporting unit.
Do not operate or transport on steep slopes.
Do not operate or transport equipment while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
A minimum 20% of tractor and equipment weight must be on the tractor front wheels when attachments are in transport position. Without this weight, front tractor wheels could raise up result- ing in loss of steering. The weight may be attained with front wheel weights, ballast in tires or front tractor weights. Weigh the tractor and equipment. Do not estimate.
MAINTENANCE
Before performing any service or maintenance, disconnect driveline from tractor PTO.
Before working underneath, disconnect drive- line, raise cutter, lock in transport position, and block cutter securely. Hydraulic system leak down and failure of mechanical or hydraulic system can cause equipment to drop.
Do not modify or alter or permit anyone else to modify or alter the equipment or any of its compo- nents in any way.
Make sure attachment is properly secured, adjusted, and in good operating condition.
Do not allow bystanders in the area when oper- ating, attaching, removing, assembling, or servic- ing equipment.
Keep all persons away from operator control area while performing adjustments, service, or maintenance.
Make certain all movement of equipment com- ponents has stopped before approaching for ser- vice.
Frequently check blades. They should be sharp, free of nicks and cracks, and securely fastened.
Do not handle blades with bare hands. Careless or improper handling may result in serious injury.
Your dealer can supply genuine replacement blades. Substitute blades may not meet original equipment specifications and may be dangerous.
Tighten all bolts, nuts and screws to torque chart specifications. Check that all cotter pins are installed securely to ensure equipment is in a safe condition before putting unit into service.
Service and maintenance work not covered in OWNER SERVICE must be done by a qualified dealership. Special skills, tools, and safety proce- dures may be required. Failure to follow these instructions can result in serious injury or death.
Make sure all safety decals are installed. Replace if damaged. (See Safety Decals section for location.)
Make sure shields and guards are properly installed and in good condition. Replace if dam- aged.
Your dealer can supply original equipment hydraulic accessories and repair parts. Substitute parts may not meet original equipment specifica- tions and may be dangerous.
Leak down or failure of mechanical or hydraulic system can cause equipment to drop.
Explosive separation of tire and rim parts can cause serious injury or death. Release all air pres- sure before loosening bolts on wheel.
STORAGE
Raise cutter and block securely. Block wheels and raise tongue with jack. Disconnect driveline and secure up off the ground.
Disconnect cutter driveshaft and secure up off ground. Raise cutter with
Keep children and bystanders away from stor- age area.
(Rev. 10/31/2008)
Single Spindle_MD (Rev. 5/11/2007)
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