Titan Implement, LLC 39 1200-1600 Series Rotary Cutters
(423) 334-0012 August 2016
7. Transporting
7.1 Transporting Safety (Road)
WARNING
The following safety instructions can and will result
in serious injury and possibly even death if they are
not understood and followed.
Tractor Owner/Operator Manual
Always refer to the tractor owner’s manual to
determine its compatibility and maximum
safety.
THINK
SAFETY!
Operating the Tractor
Before attaching the rotary cutter to the
tractor, be familiar with its controls and how
to stop it quickly in the event of an emergency. Read
and understand this manual and the one provided
with your tractor before transporting the rotary
cutter.
Fall and Crush Hazard
Do not allow riders on the rotary cutter
or tractor.
Maximum Transporting Speed
Do not exceed 20 MPH when transporting the
rotary cutter. Slow down for corners and
rough terrain.
Visibility
Clean refl ectors, SMV or SIS sign, and
lights before towing. Make sure all the
lights and refl ectors required by highway and
transport authorities are in place and can be seen
clearly by all overtaking and oncoming traffi c.
Regulations
Make sure all local, state, and federal
regulations, regarding the transport of
equipment on public roads and highways, are met.
Check with the local authorities regarding
transporting the rotary cutter on public roads. Obey
all applicable laws and regulations.
Rollover Protection
The tractor should be equipped with a
Roll Over Protective Structure (ROPS)
and a seat belt.
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
The following safety instructions are provided to
help prevent injury or limit equipment damage.
Drive Safely
Be a safe and courteous driver. Anticipate
what other drivers will do and drive
accordingly.
Allow Extra Distance
Apply brakes early. Leave extra distance
between your vehicle and the one(s) ahead to
provide adequate stopping space. Extra distance
will be required to stop the vehicle.
Clear Vision
Remove all objects from the area that would
prevent clear vision of the complete work
area or would present an obstacle when moving the
rotary cutter.
Hitch Attachment
Be sure the rotary cutter is securely attached
to the tractor and in good operating condition
before using.
Working Taillights
Make sure lights on the tractor are working
properly.
Additional Lighting
For rotary cutters without lights, install
additional lights on the rear of the tractor to
safeguard against rear-end collisions. Daybreak
and dusk are particularly dangerous and rear pilot
vehicles are recommended. Rotary cutters without
lights should be transported on public roads only
during daylight hours.
Hazard Flashers
Use hazard fl ashers on the tractor when
transporting unless prohibited by law.
Right-of-Way
When travelling below the posted speed limit,
keep to the right and yield the right-of-way to
allow faster traffi c to pass.
1. Before transporting, make sure the PTO is
disengaged and all blade movement has stopped.
2. Do not travel faster than 20 mph when transporting.
Only transport using a tractor. Always slow down for
rough terrain and when cornering.
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