Operating instructions

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FOLLOWING OPERATION
 Following operation, or when unhitching, stop tractor or towing vehicle, set brakes,
disengage PTO and all power drives, shut off engine and remove ignition key.
 Store unit in an area away from human activity.
 Do not park equipment where it will be exposed to livestock for long periods of time. Damage and
livestock injury could result.
 Do not permit children to play on or around stored unit.
 Make sure all parked machines are on a hard, level surface and engage all safety devices.
HIGHWAY AND TRANSPORT OPERATIONS
 Adopt safe driving practices:
- Keep brake pedals latched together at all times. NEVER USE INDEPENDENT BRAKING
WITH MACHINE IN TOW, LOSS OF CONTROL AND/OR UPSET OF UNIT CAN RESULT.
- Always drive at a safe speed relative to local conditions and ensure that your speed is low
enough for an emergency stop. Keep speed to a minimum.
- Reduce speed prior to turns to avoid risk of overturning.
- Always keep tractor or towing vehicle in gear to provide engine braking when going
downhill. Do not coast.
- Do not drink and drive!
 Comply with state and local laws governing highway safety and movement of farm machinery.
 Use approved accessory lighting flags and necessary warning devices to protect operators of
other vehicles on highway during transport. Various safety lights and devices are available
from your dealer.
 Use of flashing amber lights is acceptable in most localities. However, some localities prohibit
their use. Local laws should be checked for all highway lighting and marking requirements.
 When driving a tractor and sprayer under 20 mph (40 kph) day or night, use flashing amber warning
lights and a slow moving vehicle (SMV) identification emblem.
 Plan your route to avoid heavy traffic.
 Be a safe and courteous driver. Always yield to oncoming traffic in all situations, including narrow
bridges, intersections, etc.
 Be observant of bridge loading ratings. Do not cross bridges rated lower than gross weight at
which you are operating.
 Watch for obstructions overhead and side to side while transporting.
 Always operate equipment in a position to provide maximum visibility at all times. Make
allowances for increased length and weight of sprayer when making turns, stopping, etc.