Tiger RBF-14C - Manual (Page 66)

Operation Section 4-16
OPERATION
RBF-14C 07/04
© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.
WARNING! Transport only at safe speeds. Serious accidents and injuries can result
from operating this equipment at unsafe speeds. Understand the Tractor
and Implement and how it handles before transporting on streets and
highways. Make sure the Tractor steering and brakes are in good condi-
tion and operate properly.
Before transporting the Tractor and Implement, determine the safe
transport speeds for you and the equipment. Make sure you abide
by the following rules:
Be aware of the operating conditions. Do not operate the Tractor with weak
or faulty brakes. When operating down a hill or on wet or rain slick roads, the
braking distance increases: use extreme care and reduce your speed. When
operating in traffic always use the Tractor’s flashing warning lights and re-
duce your speed. Be aware of traffic around you and watch out for the other
guy.
(SG-19)
Test the equipment at a slow speed in turns. Increase the speed
through the turn only after you determine that it is safe to operate
at a higher speed. Use extreme care and reduce your speed when
turning sharply to prevent the tractor and implement from turning
over. Determine the maximum safe turning speed for you and this equip-
ment before operating on roads or uneven ground.
Only transport the Tractor and Implement at the speeds that you
have determined are safe and which allow you to properly control
the equipment.
Test the tractor at a slow speed and increase the speed slowly.
Apply the Brakes smoothly to determine the stopping
characteristics of the Tractor and Implement.
As you increase the speed of the Tractor the stopping distance
increases. Determine the maximum safe transport speed for
you and this Equipment.
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8 DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND MOWER
Safe tractor transport requires the operator to possess a thorough knowledge of the model being operated and
precautions to take while driving with an attached implement. Ensure the tractor has the capacity to handle the
weight of the boom and the tractor operating controls are set for safe transport. To ensure safety while driving the
tractor with a boom, review the following.
Read all safety instructions. Decals on the Machete Boom warn you of particular and multiple hazards. Some
decals are attached close to part of the Machete Boom where there is a possible hazard. Read and make sure
you understand the safety messages before you operate the implement. Keep all decals clean and readable.
Replace lost or damaged decals, refer to safety section for more information.
Power for operating the mower is supplied from the tractor PTO. Refer to your tractor manual instructions for
engaging and disengaging the PTO. Start the tractor and bring the engine speed up to normal operating speed of
540 PTO RPM. Always engage the PTO at low engine RPM and run the mower for a short period until all air is
removed from the hoses. Keep all person's well clear of mower since blades can throw objects with great velocity
for a considerable distance! KEEP CLEAR!