Modern AG Tiller - Manual (Page 6)

6 - Rotary tiller
- When using a unit, a minimum 20% of tractor and
equipment weight must be on tractor front wheels.
Without this weight, tractor could tip over, causing
personal injury or death. the weight may be at-
tained with a front- end loader, front wheel weights,
ballast in the tires or front tractor weights. When at-
taining a minimum 20% of tractor and equipment
weight on the front wheels, you must not exceed
the ROPS weight certification. Weigh the tractor
and equipment. Do not guess or estimate!
TraNSPOrT SafeTy
- Comply with state and local laws governing high-
way safety and movement of farm machinery on
public roads.
- the use of flashing amber lights is acceptable in
most localities. However, some localities prohibit
their use. Local laws should be checked for all light-
ing and marking requirements.
- at all times, when driving the tractor and equip-
ment on the road or highway under 20mph (32kph)
use flashing amber warning lights and a slow mov-
ing vehicle (SmV) identification emblem. Do not
exceed 20 mph (32 kph). Reduce speed on rough
roads and surfaces.
- Plan your route to avoid heavy traffic.
- always install transport locks, pins or brackets be-
fore transporting.
- Do not drink and drive.
- Be a safe and courteous driver. always yield to on-
coming traffic in all situations, including narrow
bridges, intersections, etc. Watch for traffic when
operating near or crossing roadways.
- turn curves or go up or down hills only at a low
speed and at a gradual steering angle. make cer-
tain that a least 20% of the tractor’s weight is on
the front wheels to maintain safe steerage. Slow
down on rough or uneven surface. always check
tractor manual for proper use on slopes.
- use extreme care and maintain minimum ground
and when operating close to ditches or fences. Be
careful when turning sharp corners.
- never allow riders on either tractor or tiller.
STOraGe SafeTy
- Following operation, or when unhooking the tiller,
stop the tractor, set the brakes, disengage the PtO,
shut off the engine and remove the ignition keys.
- Store the unit in an area away from human
activity.
- Do not park equipment where it can be exposed to
direct contact to livestock for long periods of time.
Damage and livestock injury could result.
- make sure all parked machines are on a hard, level
surface and engage all safety devices.
SafeTy SeCTiON continued