McFarlane 4100 Series - Hook-Up to Tractor; Safety; Prior to Connecting Unit; Tow Chain

Reel Disk from McFarlane Mfg. 18 800-627-8569
Hook-Up to Tractor
Safety
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Make sure that anyone who will be operating
the unit or working on or around the unit reads
and understands all the operating,
maintenance, and safety information in the
operator’s manual and other related OEM
equipment manuals before using or towing the
unit.
Prior to Connecting Unit
Make sure the unit is resting on the ground or the
transport locks are securely installed over the wheel
cylinder rods before attaching the unit to the tractor.
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
If the unit is not resting on the ground, make
sure wheel chocks are securely fi tted on both
sides of each wheel.
WARNING
Crush Hazard
The tongue weight of the unit is
approximately 700 lbs. (318 kgs.). Use
care when lifting or attaching the unit to the tractor.
Never place any part of your body under the tongue
or hitch assembly.
Hydraulic Pressure
This unit operates with hydraulic pressures of
2500 to 3000 psi (170 to 205 bars).
High-Pressure Fluids
1. Check or tighten all connections BEFORE
pressurizing system.
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2. Release all pressure before removing hoses
and/or valves by:
a. Stopping engine.
b. Holding hydraulic control levers in fl oat or
neutral position.
3. DO NOT use your bare hand to check for
potential leaks. Always use a board or
cardboard when checking for a leak.
Escaping hydraulic fl uid under pressure, even a
pinhole size leak, can penetrate body tissue, causing
serious injury and possible death. If fl uid is injected
into your skin, it must be treated immediately by a
doctor familiar with this type of injury.
Tow Chain
A certifi ed tow chain is supplied with each unit. This
chain must be attached to the tractor during towing or
operation of the unit.
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
Inspect the chain annually for wear or damage.
OEM
OEM
Do not replace the chain with anything other
than an OEM certifi ed replacement.