Modern Predator - Page 45

4520’ Predator
Driving the Tractor and Cutter
Start off driving at a slow speed and gradually increase your speed while maintaining complete
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and loss of steering control. The tractor should never be operated at speeds that cannot be safely
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control.
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transport detent position to prevent damage to the cutter driveline and tongue when turning.
Perform turns with the tractor and cutter at slow speeds to determine how the tractor with an
attached cutter handles a turn. Determine the safe speed to maintain proper control of the tractor
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increased. Allow additional clearance for the cutter when turning.
To avoid overturns, drive the tractor with care and at safe speeds, especially when operating over
rough ground, crossing ditches or slopes, and turning corners. Tractor wheel tread spacing should
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extreme caution when operating on steep slopes. Keep the tractor in a low gear when going downhill.
DO NOT coast or free-wheel downhill.
OPERATION