J&M 540SD - Manual (Page 6)

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SAFETY RULES
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our efforts to
provide safe equipment can be erased by an operator’s single careless act. In addition, hazard control
and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, judgment, and proper training of
personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of equipment.
Make certain that the operator(s), prior to operating is instructed in safe and proper use and reviews and
understands the manual(s) pertaining to this machine.
Read this manual before you operate this machine. If you do not understand any part of this manual, or
need more information, contact the manufacturer or your authorized dealer.
SAFETY
Understand that your safety and the safety of other persons are measured by how you service, and
operate this machine. Know the positions and functions of all controls before you try to operate them.
Make sure to check all controls in a safe area before starting your work.
The safety information given in this manual does not replace safety codes, federal, state or local laws.
Make certain your machine has the proper equipment as designated by local laws and regulations.
A frequent cause of personal injury or death is from persons falling off equipment and being run over. Do
not permit persons to ride on this machine.
Travel speeds should be such that complete control and machine stability is maintained at all times.
Where possible, avoid operating near ditches, embankments and holes. Reduce speed when turning,
crossing slopes and rough, slick or muddy surfaces.
Collision of high speed road traffic and slow moving machines can cause personal injury or death. On
roads, use flasher lights according to local laws. Keep slow-moving-vehicle emblem visible. Pull over to
let faster traffic pass.
Never adjust, service, clean, or lubricate gravity box until all power is shut off.
Keep all safety shields in place. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts while unit is
in operation.
The service ladder is for service work only. If you must climb into the grain tank, be certain that all power
is shut off and then use extreme caution when climbing into the grain tank. Never allow anyone in, near
or on the gravity box during transporting or unloading grain. Moving grain is dangerous and can cause
entrapment, resulting in severe injury or death by suffocation.
Make sure that everyone is clear of equipment before applying power or moving the machine.
Make sure that the implement is fastened securely to the tractor by using the proper hitch pin, clip and
safety chains. Make sure the gravity wagon is properly fastened to the running gear.
Never overload the wagon. Overloading the wagon is dangerous and can cause extensive damage.
Never add more sideboards to the gravity box than what is recommended, as the box is not designed to
carry the additional weight. Do NOT exceed speeds in excess of 20 MPH. Rim, hubs and bearings are
designed for heavy loads at slow speeds. Also be sure slow moving vehicle emblem is attached to rear
of wagon.
Before unhooking the implement from the towing unit, be sure to properly block the wheels to prevent the
implement from moving.