HONDA FL5540K0 User Manual
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The use of heavy equipment
pulling or lifting excessive loads may adversely affect
vehicle stability or control. To avoid loss of control that can result in severe personal injury:
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Use only recommended tractor hitch attachment points.
-Limit loads to those within tractor and front loader limitations as stated in this manual and in the
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Be extra careful when turning or backing up, and when on uneven terrain.
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Use counterweights as indicated in this manual and the tractor’s owner’s manual.
Before installing or using the front loader, carefully read all instructions and precautions.
tractor owner’s manual.
OPERATION
Be
fasten
whenever driving the tractor with the Roll Over Protection
Structure (ROPS) attached. Use of either device (seat belt or ROPS) without the other will
increase the chance of injury in
a
rollover.
Adjust the seat belt
so
it is snug.
Be sure that the main transmission lever is in
and the front and rear Power Take
Off
(PTO) levers are in the
“Off‘
position before starting the engine.
Operate the tractor and
front loader at slow speeds until you become familiar with all
of
the
operating characteristics and controls.
Do
not operate the tractor or front loader until you are sure the area in front and behind
is
clear
of people and pets.
Sudden stops
of
the tractor or front loader during operation could cause the tractor to overturn.
Be especially careful during sharp turns and when front loader bucket has material in it.
Carry the front loader
at a
low
position during transport. This will enhance vehicle stability
and front vision.
Using the front loader for handling large objects such
as
round hay bales, logs or oil drums is not
recommended.
easily shift or roll down the front loader arms causing
equipment damage or severe personal injury,
This tractor utilizes Four Wheel Steering
The feel of 4WS
is
slightly different from other
tractors and will affect front loader operation. Practice use of the front loader
in
a
wide safe area.