Great Plains CTA4000 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 4)

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Important Safety Information
CTA4000 Air Drill Implement 160-269M 2/1/06
Great Plains Mfg., Inc.
Transport
Machinery Safely
Maximum transport speed for imple-
ment is 20 mph. Some rough terrains
require a slower speed. Sudden
braking can cause a towed load to
swerve and upset.
▲ Before transporting, secure all
hydraulic and mechanical locks
provided with implement.
▲ Do not exceed 20 mph. Never
travel at a speed which does not
allow adequate control of steering
and stopping. Reduce speed if
towed load is not equipped with
brakes.
▲ Do not tow an implement that,
when fully loaded, weighs more
than 1.5 times the weight of the
towing vehicle.
▲ Comply with state and local laws.
Use Safety
Lights and Devices
Slow-moving tractors, self-propelled
equipment and towed implements
can create a hazard when driven on
public roads. They are difficult to see,
especially at night.
▲ Use flashing warning lights and
turn signals whenever 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 this manual
for additional information.
▲ Work in a clean, dry area.
▲ Before servicing, secure all
hydraulic and mechanical locks
provided with implement.
▲ Lower the implement to the
ground, put tractor in park, turn off
engine, and remove key before
performing maintenance.
▲ Allow implement to cool completely.
▲ Opener disks are sharp. Use cau-
tion when working in this area.
▲ 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
▲ Use a safety chain to help con-
trol drawn machinery should it
separate from the tractor draw-
bar.
▲ 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.
▲ Replace the chain if any links or
end fittings are broken,
stretched or damaged.
▲ Do not use safety
chain for towing.