SAFE OPERATION Watch where you are going at all times. Watch for and avoid obstacles. Be alert at row ends, near trees, and other obstructions. When working in groups, always let the others know what you are going to do before you do it. Never try to get on or off a moving tractor. Always sit in the operator's seat when operating levers or controls. Do not use Bi-speed turn at high speed. Bi-speed turn enables short and fast turns, therefore, become familiar with its performance before operating in close or confined areas. Do not stand between tractor and implement or trailed vehicle unless both parking brakes are applied. Do not operate the tractor when there is a possibility of lightning.
Even if the tractor is equipped with a CAB, the operator is not protected from lightning. Whenever the tractor is operated in reverse, confirm visibility to the rear. required with 4-wheel drive models because their increased traction can give the operator false confidence in the tractor's ability to climb slopes. Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed, direction or braking, nor make sudden motions with the steering wheel. Avoid disengaging the clutch or changing gears when climbing or going down a slope. If on a slope, disengaging the clutch or changing gears to neutral could cause the loss of control.
Special attention should be paid to the weight and location of implements and loads as such will affect the stability of the tractor. To improve stability on slopes, set the widest possible wheel tread. (See TIRES, WHEELS AND BALLAST on page 84.) Follow the recommendations for proper ballasting. To avoid free wheeling: Do not shift the shuttle lever while on a slope. Stop completely by using the brakes and by depressing the clutch pedal, then shift the shuttle lever. Start off after selecting shuttle direction, by releasing the clutch pedal. When driving down a slope, ensure that 4-wheel drive is engaged to increase traction and braking efficacy (if equipped). 3.
Safety for children Tragedy can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children generally are attracted to machines and the work they do. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. Keep children out of the work area and under the watchful eye of another responsible adult. Be alert and shut your machine down if children enter the work area. Never carry children on your machine. There is no safe place for them to ride. They may fall off and be run over or interfere with your control of the machine. Never allow children to operate the machine even under adult supervision. Never allow children to play on the machine or on the implement.
Use extra caution when backing up. Look behind and down to make sure area is clear before moving. 5. Driving the tractor on the road Lock the 2 brake pedals together to help assure straight-line stops. Uneven braking at road speeds could cause the tractor to tip over. 4. Operating on slopes Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. To avoid upsets, always back up steep slopes. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not operate on it. Stay off slopes too steep for safe operation.
Driving forward out of a ditch, mired condition or up a steep slope increases the risk of rear rollovers. Always back out of these situations. Extra caution is (1) Brake pedal (LH) (2) Brake pedal (RH) (3) Brake pedal lock (A) Lock the brake pedals when- ever traveling on the road Check the front wheel engagement. The braking characteristics are different between 2 and 4-wheel drive. Be aware of the difference and use carefully. When driving down a slope, ensure that the 4- wheel drive is engaged to increase traction and braking efficacy (if equipped). M5091N, M5101N 9