Great Plains VT7300 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 5)

Great Plains Mfg., Inc. Table of Contents ► Section 1: Safety Rules
6/30/2008 Verti-Till VT5300-VT9225 Finishing Attachments 596-156M
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Safety Rules
Most accidents are the result of negligence and
carelessness, usually caused by failure of the
operator to follow simple but necessary safety
precautions. The following safety precautions are
suggested to help prevent such accidents. The
safe operation of any machinery is a big concern
to consumers and manufacturers. Your Finishing
Attachment has been designed with many built-in
safety features. However, no one should operate
this product before carefully reading this
Operators Manual.
General Operation & Repair
1. NEVER permit anyone near machinery while in
operation.
2. Excessive speed can cause machine damage.
3. NEVER allow anyone to be near the machine
when folding wings.
4. Reduce speed of the tractor when transporting
over uneven or rough terrain. Avoid all chuck
holes and washboard areas in roads.
5. Reduce speed of the tractor when transporting
over hills or steep slopes.
6. DO NOT lubricate, adjust or repair the machine
while it is in operation.
7. Use "Slow Moving Vehicle" emblem for warning
vehicles approaching from the rear.
8. DO NOT permit smoking, sparks, or an open
flame where combustible lubricants or liquids are
being used.
9.
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CAUTION!
Escaping fluid under
pressure can have sufficient force to penetrate the
skin. Check all hydraulic lines and hoses
BEFORE applying pressure. Fluid escaping from
a very small hole can be almost invisible. Use
paper or cardboard, NOT BODY PARTS, to
check for suspected leaks. If injured, seek medical
assistance from a doctor that is familiar with this
type of injury. Foreign fluids in the tissue must be
surgically removed within a few hours or
gangrene will result.
Transporting
1. Use good judgement when transporting tractor
and implements on the highway. Always maintain
complete control of the machine.
2. Use warning flags or approved warning lights at
night and during other periods of poor visibility.
Do your best to prevent highway accidents.
3. When in transport, use accessory lights and
devices for adequate warning to operators of other
vehicles and use safety hitch chain. Comply with
all Federal, State and Local laws when traveling
on public roads.
4. Reduce speed of the tractor when transporting
over hills or steep slopes.
5. Reduce speed of the tractor when transporting
over uneven or rough terrain. Avoid all chuck
holes and washboard areas in roads.
Safety Decals
1. Your Finishing Attachment come equipped
with all safety decals in place. They were designed
to help you safely operate your Finishing
Attachment. Read and follow their directions.
2. Keep safety decals clean and legible.
3. Replace all damaged or missing safety decals. To
order new safety decals go to your Great Plains
Dealer and refer to the parts section for safety
decal package part number.
4. Replace these decals whenever they become worn
or unreadable. To instal new safety decals:
a) Clean the area the decal is to be placed.
b) Peel backing from the decal. Press firmly on
to surface being careful not to cause air
bubbles under the decal.
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