Great Plains PT1230 AA1062 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 5)

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Important Safety Information
PT1230 Pull-Type Folding Planter 401-069M-A 10/10/12
Great Plains Mfg., Inc.
Safety at All Times
Thoroughly read and understand the
instructions given in this manual
before operation. Refer to the “Safety
Label” section, page 4. Read all
instructions noted on them.
▲ Operator should be familiar with
all functions of the unit.
▲ Operate implement from the
driver’s seat only.
▲ Do not leave tractor or implement
unattended with engine running.
▲ Dismounting from a moving trac-
tor could cause serious injury or
death.
▲ Do not stand between the tractor
and implement during hitching.
▲ Keep all guards and shields in
place.
▲ Keep hands, feet, and clothing
away from power-driven parts.
▲ Wear snug fitting clothing to avoid
entanglement with moving parts.
▲ Watch out for wires, trees, etc.,
when folding and raising imple-
ment.
Prepare for Emergencies
▲ Be prepared if a fire starts.
▲ Keep a first aid kit and fire extin-
guisher handy.
▲ Keep emergency numbers for
doctor, ambulance, hospital and
fire department near phone.
Tire Safety
▲ Tire changing can be dangerous
and should be performed by
trained personnel using the cor-
rect tools and equipment.
▲ When inflating tires, use a clip-on
chuck and extension hose long
enough to allow you to stand to
one side and NOT in front of or
over the tire assembly. Use a
safety cage if available.
▲ When removing and installing
wheels, use wheel handling
equipment adequate for the
weight involved.
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Wear
Protective Equipment
▲ Protective clothing and equipment
should be worn.
▲ Wear clothing and equipment
appropriate for the job. Avoid
loose-fitting clothing.
▲ Prolonged exposure to loud noise
can cause hearing impairment or
hearing loss. Wear suitable hear-
ing protection such as earmuffs or
earplugs.
▲ Operating equipment safely
requires the full attention of the
operator. Avoid wearing radio
headphones while operating
machinery.
Avoid High
Pressure Fluids Hazard
▲ Escaping fluid under pressure can
penetrate the skin causing serious
injury.
▲ Avoid the hazard by relieving
pressure before disconnecting
hydraulic lines.
▲ Use a piece of paper or card-
board, NOT BODY PARTS, to
check for suspected leaks.
▲ Wear protective gloves and safety
glasses or goggles when working
with hydraulic systems.
▲ If an accident occurs, see a doc-
tor immediately. Any fluid injected
into the skin must be surgically
removed within a few hours or
gangrene may result.
▲ Make sure all persons are clear of
working area when folding or
unfolding planter or markers.
▲ Turning tractor too tight may
cause implement to ride up on
wheels. This could result in injury
or equipment damage.
▲ Use caution when lifting filled
hoppers which can weigh up to
120 lbs.
▲ Adjust spring pressure with row
unit in transport position only.
▲ Gap between depth gauge wheel
and disk blade may pinch fingers.
Be careful when checking.
▲ Filled chemical hoppers may tip
backward when unlatched.