SAFE OPERATION SAFE OPERATION Careful operation is your best insurance against an accident. Read and understand this manual carefully before operating the tractor. All operators, no matter how much experience they may have, should read this and other related manuals before operating the tractor or any implement attached to it. It is the owner's obligation to instruct all operators in safe operation. Use proper weights on the front or rear of the tractor to reduce the risk of upsets. The narrower the tread, the greater the risk of a tractor upset. For maximum stability, adjust the wheels to the widest practical tread width for your application.
(See TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST on page 84.) BEFORE OPERATING THE TRACTOR Know your equipment and its limitations. Read this entire manual before attempting to start and operate the tractor. 1. General Pay special attention to the safety labels on the tractor. Do not operate the tractor or any implement attached to it while under the influence of alcohol, medication, controlled substances or while fatigued. Carefully check the vicinity before operating the tractor or any implement attached to it. Do not allow any bystanders around or near the tractor during operation. Before allowing other people to use your tractor, explain how to operate and have them read this manual before operation.
Never wear loose, torn, or bulky clothing around tractor. It may catch on moving parts or controls, leading to the risk of an accident. Use additional safety items, such as a hard hat, safety boots or shoes, eye and hearing protection, gloves and so on, as appropriate or required. Do not allow passengers to ride on any part of the tractor at any time. The operator must remain in the tractor seat during operation. Check brakes, clutch, linkage pins and other mechanical parts for improper adjustment and wear. Replace worn or damaged parts promptly. Check the tightness of all nuts and bolts regularly. (See MAINTENANCE on page 99.) Keep your tractor clean.
Dirt, grease, and trash build up may contribute to fires and lead to personal injury. Use only implements meeting the specifications listed in this manual or implements approved by KUBOTA. (See IMPLEMENT LIMITATIONS on page 24.) (1) Rear wheels (A) Tread width Do not modify the tractor. Unauthorized modification may affect the function of the tractor, which may result in personal injury. 2. CAB and ROPS KUBOTA recommends the use of a CAB or roll over protective structures (ROPS) and seat belt in almost all applications. This combination will reduce the risk of serious injury or death, should the tractor be upset. Check for overhead clearance which may interfere with a CAB or ROPS.
If the CAB or ROPS is loosened or removed for any reason, make sure that all parts are reinstalled correctly before operating the tractor. Never modify or repair any structural member of a CAB or ROPS because welding, bending, drilling, grinding, or cutting may weaken the structure. A damaged CAB or ROPS structure must be replaced, not repaired or revised. If any structural member of the CAB or ROPS is damaged, replace the entire structure at your local KUBOTA Dealer. Always use the seat belt if the tractor has a CAB or ROPS. Do not use the seat belt if a foldable ROPS is down or there is no ROPS. Check the seat belt regularly and replace if frayed or damaged. M5091N, M5101N 7