7. Improper use of the draw-bar, even
if correctly positioned, can cause a
rear overturn.
8. Do not overload an attachment
or towed equipment. Use proper
counterweights to maintain tractor
stability. Hitch heavy loads to the
draw-bar only.
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9. Ch e c k f o r c o r r e c t c o u p l i n g
between tow hook and trailer.
See the Towing Attachments
chapter.
10. Use ballast weight as recomm-
ended. Never add more ballast to
compensate a higher load than
allowed. Reduce load for safety.
11. A safety chain will help control
drawn equipment should it be
accidentally separated from the
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draw-bar while transporting.
U s i n g t h e p r o p e r a d a p t o r
parts, attach the chain to the
tr a c t o r dr a w - b a r s u p p o r t o r
other specified anchor location.
Provide only enough slack in the
chain to permit turning. See your
Dealer for a chain with a strength
rating equal to, or greater than
the gross weight of the towed
machine.