MacDon R85 Rotary Disc 16 Foot Pull-Type - Manual (Page 38)

OPERATION
5.2 Operational Safety
CAUTION
Follow these safety precautions:
• Follow all safety and operational instructions given in your tractor operator’s manuals. If you do not
have an operator’s manual, get one from your Dealer and read it thoroughly
• Never attempt to start the tractor’s engine or operate the machine except from the tractor seat
• Check the operation of all controls in a safe clear area before starting work
• Do NOT allow riders on the tractor or mower conditioner
CAUTION
• Never start or move the machine until you are sure all bystanders have cleared the area
• Avoid travelling over loose fill, rocks, ditches, or holes
• Drive slowly through gates and doorways
• If cutting ditch banks, use extreme caution. If the mower conditioner hits an obstruction, the front of
the tractor will usually swerve toward the ditch
• When working on inclines, travel uphill or downhill when possible. Be sure to keep the tractor
transmission in gear when travelling downhill
• Never attempt to get on or off a moving machine
• Do NOT get off the tractor while the mower conditioner is in operation
• Stop the tractor engine and remove the key before adjusting or removing plugged material from the
machine. A child or even a pet could engage the drive
• Check for excessive vibration and unusual noises. If there is any indication of trouble, shut down
and inspect the machine
CAUTION
Follow proper shut down procedure:
• Engage the tractor brake
• Disengage the power take-off (PTO)
• Turn off the engine and remove the key
• Wait for all movement to stop
• Engage the mower conditioner lift cylinder lock-out valves before inspecting a raised machine
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