Safety - RT10
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Transport Safety
• Do not exceed 20 mph (32 kph). Reduce speed
on rough roads and surfaces.
• Comply with state and local laws governing
highway safety and movement of 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 highway
lighting and marking requirements.
• Always yield to oncoming traffic in all situations
and move to the side of the road so any following
traffic may pass.
• Always enter curves or drive up or down hills
at a low speed and at a gradual steering angle.
• Never allow riders on either tractor or equipment.
• Keep tractor / towing vehicle in a lower gear at
all times when traveling down steep grades.
• Maintain proper brake settings at all times (if
equipped).
Machine Requirements And Capabilities
• Fasten seat belt securely. If equipped with a
foldable Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS),
only fasten seat belt when ROPS is up and
locked. DO NOT wear seat belt if ROPS is down.
• Stop the machine and engage the parking brake.
Install blocks in front of and behind the rear tires
of the machine. Install blocks underneath and
support the equipment securely before working
under raised equipment.
• Keep bystanders clear of moving parts and the
work area. Keep children away.
• Use increased caution on slopes and near banks
and ditches to prevent overturn.
• Make certain that the Slow Moving Vehicle
(SMV) emblem is installed so that it is visible
and legible. When transporting the equipment,
use the flashing warning lights (if equipped) and
follow all local regulations.
• Operate this equipment with a machine
equipped with an approved Roll-Over Protective
Structure (ROPS). Always wear seat belt when
the ROPS is up. Serious injury or death could
result from falling off the machine.
• Before leaving the operator’s position:
1. Always park on a flat level surface.
2. Place all controls in neutral.
3. Engage the parking brake.
4. Stop engine.
5. Wait for all moving parts to stop.
• Carry passengers only in designated seating
areas. Never allow riders on the machine or
equipment. Falling off can result in serious
injury or death.
• Start the equipment only when properly seated
in the operator’s seat. Starting a machine in gear
can result in serious injury or death. Operate
the machine and equipment from the operator’s
position only.
• The parking brake must be engaged before
leaving the operator’s seat. Roll-away can occur
because the transmission may not prevent
machine movement.
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