Maintenance, Danger caution caution, Cleaning and storage – Behlen 80111500YEL User Manual
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DANGER
CAUTION
CAUTION
hazardous items are buried under the work
area BEFORE OPERATING!
Be certain underground
utilities have been called to
locate underground electric,
gas, telephone and other
lines. Check your telephone
book for calling instructions. Be sure the
operator is properly informed. WHEN IN
DOUBT, DO NOT CULTIVATE!
The shank tines are sharp. Exercise extreme
caution when working around or near the
blade. Failure to stay clear of the blade can
result in serious injury.
Maintenance
Before servicing the implement, engage the
parking break or place the transmission in
“PARK”, shut off tractor and remove key.
1. Make certain the safety and instruction decals
are attached to the implement. If they are lost,
damaged, or painted over, please call Behlen
Country at 800-447-2751.
2. Telescoping parts must be kept clean and
lubricated.
3. Clean unit of dirt and debris to minimize
rusting and wear.
4. Keep all shields in place. Order new shields if
damaged or missing.
5. Keep cutting edges sharp. Sharp cutting
edges work easier and better. Check more
often if working in rocky soil conditions.
6. Replace any worn or damaged parts
immediately.
7. Check all bolts and nuts to make sure they
are tight.
8. NEVER GO UNDERNEATH EQUIPMENT.
Never place any part of the body underneath
equipment or between movable parts even
when the engine is turned off. Servicing
this implement does not require going
underneath.
Transportation Guidelines
Make sure when transporting unit that the unit is
lifted as high at the tractor will allow being sure
the unit is clear of the ground when transporting.
Care should be taken that at least 20% of tractor
weight should be on the front tires. A safe speed
should be maintained during transportation.
Tractor weight ballast may be needed to even
out weight to maintain proper steering.
Do NOT lower unit to pavement, blacktop or
gravel road while transporting. Damage to the
unit can occur.
When transporting on roadways always use a
Safety sign, and drive in a manner to allow other
vehicles to pass you safely.
When traveling on public roads whether
at night or during the day, use accessory
light and devices for adequate warning to
operators of other vehicles. Comply with all
federal, state, and local laws.
Stop power unit and equipment IMMEDIATELY
upon striking an obstruction. Turn off engine,
remove key, inspect, and repair any damage
before resuming operation. Never leave the
seat of the tractor while engine is engaged.
Cleaning And Storage
After Each Use
• Remove large debris such as clumps of dirt,
grass, crop residue, etc. from implement.
• Inspect implement and replace worn or
damaged parts
• Replace and safety decals that are missing or
not readable.
Before Extended Storage
• Follow cleaning instructions from above.
• Wash implement using low-pressure water
spray.
• Be careful when spraying near scratched or
torn safety decals or near edges of decals
as water spray can peel decals off surface.