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OPERATION

UGR 04/06

Operation Section 4-12

OPERA

ION

Never run the Tractor engine in a closed building or without adequate ventilation. The
exhaust fumes can be hazardous to your health.

(SG-23)

5.3 Brake and Differential Lock Setting

Make sure the tractor brakes are in good operating
condition. Tractor brakes can be set to operate
independently allowing single rear wheel braking
action or locked together to provide simultaneous
rear wheel braking. FOR MOST DRIVING AND
OPERATING CONDITIONS, THE BRAKE PEDALS
SHOULD BE LOCKED TOGETHER TO PROVIDE
THE MOST EFFECTIVE BRAKING ACTION.

Always disengage the tractor differential lock when
turning. When engaged the differential lock will
prevent or limit the tractor from turning. During
normal cutting conditions, locking the differential
provides no benefit and should not be used. OPS-
U- 0013

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 in these conditions. When operating in traffic, always

BEFORE leaving the tractor seat, always engage the brake and/or set
the tractor transmission in parking gear, disengage the PTO, stop the
engine, remove the key, and wait for all moving parts to stop. Place the

tractor shift lever into a low range or parking gear to prevent the tractor from rolling. Never
dismount a Tractor that is moving or while the engine is running. Operate the Tractor
controls from the tractor seat only.

(SG-9)

Never Leave the mower unattended while the head is in the raised
position. The mower could fall causing serious injury to anyone who

might inadvertently be under the mower

. (SBM-4)

Always keep a careful lookout and use extreme care when working
around overhead obstructions. Never allow the Mower head or boom

within 10 feet of any power line. When working close to overhead
power lines consult your electric company for a safe code of operation.

(SBM-7)