Alamo FC-0016 - Manual (Page 20)

SAFETY
A96B 03/06 Safety Section 1-12
© 2006 Alamo Group Inc.
SAFETY
Allow sufficient clearance for the Implement to swing outward while turning. Implements
carried behind the Tractor will swing outside the tire path when making turns. Contacting a
solid object while turning will cause equipment damage and possible injury.
(S3PT-20)
Make certain that the “Slow Moving Vehicle” (SMV) sign is installed in
such a way as to be clearly visible and legible. When transporting the
Equipment use the Tractor flashing warning lights and follow all local traffic regulations.
(SG-6)
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 condition 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:
• 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 Imple-
ment. As you increase the speed of the Tractor the stopping distance increases.
Determine the maximum safe transport speed for you and this Equipment.
• 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 equipment before operating on roads or uneven ground.
• Only transport the Tractor and Implement at the speeds that you have deter-
mined are safe and which allow you to properly control the equipment.
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 reduce your speed. Be aware of traffic around you
and watch out for the other guy.
(SG-19)
Be particularly careful when transporting the Implement using the tractor. Turn curves or
go up or down hills only at a low speed and at a gradual steering angle. Make certain that
at least 20% of the tractor’s weight is on the front wheels to maintain safe steerage. Slow down on rough or
uneven surfaces.
(STI-1)