Field Tuff FTF-2600BF - Load Handling Safety; Maintenance and Support; Storage

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HANDLE LOADS SAFELY AND BALANCED
Improper use of tractor/skid loader buckets, bucket forks, and bucket attachment accessories can result
in serious injury or death. The load can fall on you, the tractor/skid loader, or surrounding people or
equipment causing serious injury or even death if not used properly.
For ideal stability and visibility:
• Become familiar with use and location of all the tractor/skid loader controls.
• Be sure anyone operating the tractor/skid loader is aware of safe operation and potential hazards.
Read and observe safety recommendations in the tractor/skid loader manual as well as this manual
for bucket attachments.
• Operate tractor/skid loader from operator’s seat only. Remain at controls until operating cycle is
complete.
• Do not handle loads that exceed the weight limitations of the tractor/skid loader or bucket
attachment accessories.
• Carry loads slowly and as low as possible to the ground.
• Operate the tractor/skid loader hydraulic controls smoothly; avoid any quick movements.
• USE ONLY on flat and level surfaces.
• Only use a tractor/skid loader or loader equipped with a ROPS cab or rollover protection structure.
• Stop tractor/skid loader gradually before lowering or lifting loads.
• Use extreme caution when working on hillsides and inclines.
• Avoid any holes, ditches, and obstructions, which can cause loader to easily tip.
• Allow for additional length of bucket on tractor/skid loader while turning.
• Never allow anyone to walk or work under a raised tractor/skid loader bucket or bucket attachment
accessories.
• Never allow people, livestock, or pets to stand near the machine while operating.
• Do not use the bucket attachment accessories as a work platform.
• Do not lift or carry a person or animal on or in the bucket or on the bucket attachment accessories.
• Move slowly over rough terrain or when making turns.
• Drive with caution through gates and doorways.
• Avoid carrying loose loads or loads that can quickly shift.
• Always lower the bucket to the ground when tractor/skid loader is unattended.
• Always evenly balance loads.
STORAGE
• Inspect bucket forks accessory for loose, damaged, or worn parts and adjust or replace if needed.
• Sand areas where the powder coat is rubbed or worn and apply rust-resistant product to prevent
rust.
• Always store in a safe place away from children or animals.