Summers Disk-Chisel - Manual (Page 67)

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SECTION 3 – OPERATION
OPERATION SAFETY
1. READ AND UNDERSTAND Operator’s Manual before using machine. Review at least an-
nually thereafter.
2. VERIFY that all safety devices and shields are in place before using machine.
3. KEEP hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts.
4. STOP engine, place all controls in neutral, set parking brake, remove ignition key and wait
for all moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, maintaining or unplugging.
5. BE CAREFUL when working around high pressure hydraulic system.
6. ALWAYS make sure that pressure is relieved from hydraulic circuits before servicing or dis-
connecting from tractor.
7. DO NOT ALLOW RIDERS.
8. USE EXTREME CARE when making adjustments.
9. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY from machinery at all times.
10. NEVER ALLOW anyone to walk or work under a raised piece of equipment without installing
cylinder and transport locks.
STEPS PRIOR TO OPERATION
1. COMPLETE WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD
A. Complete and return WARRANTY REGISTRATION CARD located at the beginning of
this manual. RETURNING CARD ENTITLES YOU TO A FREE GIFT.
B. Complete the OWNER REGISTER also located at the beginning of this manual (Serial
Number is located at the front of the hitch). OWNER REGISTER INFORMATION MAY BE
NEEDED WHEN ORDERING PARTS.
2. VERIFY TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS
A. Recommended engine horsepower is 10-14 per foot.
NOTE: It may be necessary to reduce tillage depth, change tillage tools or perform multiple
passes if below this horsepower range.
3. FINAL CHECK
A. After receiving or assembling your machine, it is a good practice to double check the
entire machine so all fasteners are securely tightened.
B. Make sure all grease fi ttings are in place and greased properly.
C. Infl ate tires to recommended infl ation pressure (see page 5-2) and check that wheel bolts
are tight.