Shibaura ST450 - Driving the Tractor

 SECTION 2 – OPERATION 
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DRIVING THE TRACTOR
WARNING
Observe the following precautions when
driving the tractor.
Watch where you are going—especially at
row ends, on roads, and around trees.
Keep the tractor in gear when going downhill.
Use a low gear to maintain control with
minimum braking.
If the tractor is stuck, back out to prevent
upsetting the unit.
Always use the drawbar for pull-type work.
Do not pull from any other part of the tractor,
especially ROPS since it may tip backward.
Keep the lights adjusted so they do not blind
the operator of an oncoming vehicle.
Depress the HST pedal slowly when driving
out of a ditch, gully or up a steep hillside.
Depress the HST reverse pedal promptly if
the front wheels rise off the ground.
Reduce speed before turning quickly or
applying the brakes. Brake both wheels
simultaneously when making an emergency
stop.
Never apply the differential lock when
turning.
Use extreme caution and avoid hard
applications of the tractor brakes when
pulling heavy towed loads at road speeds.
Always sit in the driver's seat while starting or
driving the tractor.
Any towed vehicle whose total weight
exceeds that of the towing tractor must be
equipped with brakes for safe operation.
Always check overhead clearance, 
especially when transporting the tractor.
IMPORTANT: When transporting on the highway,
it is recommended that a safety chain with tensile
strength equal to the gross weight of the
implement be connected between the tractor and
the towed implement such as in Figure 2-60. This
will control the implement in the event the hitch
pin is lost.
NOTE:
Attaching hardware will need to be
procured locally. Check implement assembly or
operators manual for attaching hardware
specifications, such as bolt size and grade, chain
strength, washers, lock-washer, nuts, etc.
After attaching the safety chain, make a trial run
by driving the tractor to the right and to the left for
a short distance to check the safety chain
adjustment.
If necessary, readjust to eliminate tight or loose
chain. Safety chains and suitable hardware are
available from your SHIBAURA Tractor Dealer
Fi
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ure 2-60