Great Plains PT1230 AA1062 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 4)

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Important Safety Information
10/10/12 PT1230 Pull-Type Folding Planter 401-069M-A
Great Plains Mfg., Inc.
Use Safety
Lights and Devices
▲ Slow moving tractors, self-pro-
pelled equipment, and towed
implements can create a hazard
when driven on public roads. They
are difficult to see, especially at
night.
▲ Flashing warning lights and turn
signals are recommended when-
ever driving on public roads. Use
lights and devices provided with
implement.
Practice Safe Maintenance
▲ Understand procedure before
doing work. Use proper tools and
equipment. Refer to operator’s
manual for additional information.
▲ Work in a clean, dry area.
▲ Lower the implement to the
ground, put tractor in park, turn off
engine, and remove key before
performing maintenance.
▲ Allow implement to cool completely.
▲ Install all transport locks on raised
planter before working around or
underneath.
▲ Do not grease or oil implement
while it is in operation.
▲ Disk edges and coulter blades are
sharp. Be careful when working in
this area.
▲ Disconnect battery ground cable
(-) before servicing or adjusting
electrical systems or before weld-
ing on implement.
▲ Inspect all parts. Make sure parts
are in good condition and installed
properly.
▲ Remove buildup of grease, oil or
debris.
▲ Remove all tools and unused
parts from implement before oper-
ation.
Use A Safety Chain
▲ A safety chain will help control
drawn machinery should it sepa-
rate from the tractor drawbar.
▲ Use a chain with the strength
rating equal to or greater than
the gross weight of the towed
machinery.
▲ Attach the chain to the tractor
drawbar support or other speci-
fied anchor location. Allow only
enough slack in the chain to per-
mit turning.
▲ Do not use safety chain for tow-
ing.
Transport
Machinery Safely
▲ Comply with state and local laws.
▲ Maximum transport speed for
implement is 20 mph. DO NOT
EXCEED. Never travel at a speed
which does not allow adequate
control of steering and stopping.
Some rough terrains require a
slower speed.
▲ Folded planter will have a high
center of gravity. Use caution
when traveling on an uneven sur-
face.
▲ Transport with transport locks in
place.
▲ Sudden braking can cause a
towed load to swerve and upset.
Reduce speed if towed load is not
equipped with brakes.
▲ Use the following maximum
speed - tow load weight ratios as
a guideline:
20 mph when weight is less
than or equal to the weight of
tractor.
10 mph when weight is double
the weight of tractor.
NOTE: Do not tow a load that is
more than double the weight of
tractor.