Titan 3515 - Transporting the Rotary Cutter; Transporting Safety on Roads

Titan Implement, LLC 41 3515 Flex-Wing Rotary Cutter
(423) 334-0012 February 2020
7. Transporting
7.1 Transporting Safety (Road)
WARNING
Failure to understand and follow these safety
instructions can and will result in serious injury and
possibly even death.
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 15 MPH when transporting the
rotary cutter. Slow down for corners and
rough terrain.
Visibility
Clean reectors, SMV or SIS sign, and
lights before towing. Make sure all the
lights and reectors required by highway and
transport authorities are in place and can be seen
clearly by all overtaking and oncoming tra󰀩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.
The unit is top heavy when the wings are folded.
Use caution when transporting over uneven surfaces
and slow down for turns.
Thrown Object Hazard
Before transporting, make sure the PTO is
disengaged and all blade movement has
stopped.
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 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 tra󰀩c to pass.
NO TICE
Laminated sectional tires are designed for conditions
where puncture-proof performance is required and the
rotary cutter will not be transported for long distances on
roadways. Transport speed for laminated tires should
not exceed 15 MPH. Excessive speed can cause
damage to the machine and tire sections.