Seed Hawk 30 SERIES 2015 - Manual (Page 13)

SEED HAWK ® 2015 30 SERIES OPERATOR’S MANUAL – DOMESTIC 8
2.4 Maintenance Safety
Read and understand all information provided in this Operator’s Manual cov-
ering operation, adjustment, maintenance and repair prior to performing any of
these tasks.
Plan work to ensure proper tools, equipment and personal protective equip-
ment is available prior to working on implement.
Wear appropriate clothing when performing tasks around the implement.
Ill-fitting and/or frayed clothing as well as loose or dangling items should not be
worn when working near the implement.
Prior to adjusting, maintaining or repairing the implement, stop the engine, low-
er the implement, set the parking brake, remove the ignition key, and allow time
for moving parts to stop.
Ensure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop before performing
adjustments, maintenance or repairs.
Ensure that hydraulic oil pressure in hoses, lines and components is fully re-
lieved prior to performing maintenance or repairs to the hydraulic system.
Ensure that wings are either fully lowered or fully raised and secured with their
safety chains or securely block the wings if raised to perform adjustment, main-
tenance or repairs.
Securely block main frame and/or wings if adjustment, maintenance or repair is
required for wheels and tires.
Wear personal protective equipment, such as gloves, eye protection, etc. when
inspecting hydraulic system for leaks. Use a small piece of cardboard or wood
to detect leaks.
Ensure that all guards and shields are intact and in place after performing adjust-
ment, maintenance or repairs prior to operating implement.
Store flammable fluids in approved containers and store out of access by unau-
thorized persons, especially children.