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Careful operation is your best insurance against anaccident.Read and understand this manual carefully beforeoperating the tractor.All operators, no matter how much experience theymay have, should read this and other related manualsbefore operating the tractor or any implement attachedto it. It is the owner's obligation to instruct all operatorsin safe operation.BEFORE OPERATING THETRACTOR• Know your equipment and its limitations. Read thisentire manual before attempting to start andoperate the tractor.• Pay special attention to the safety labels on thetractor.• Do not operate the tractor or any implementattached to it while under the influence of alcohol,medication, controlled substances or while fatigued.• Carefully check the vicinity before operating tractoror any implement attached to it. Do not allow anybystanders around or near tractor during operation.• Before allowing other people to use your tractor,explain how to operate and have them read thismanual before operation.• Never wear loose, torn, or bulky clothing aroundtractor. It may catch on moving parts or controls,leading to the risk of an accident. Use additionalsafety items, e.g. hard hat, safety boots or shoes,eye and hearing protection, gloves, etc., asappropriate or required.• Do not allow passengers to ride on any part of thetractor at anytime. The operator must remain in thetractor seat during operation.• Check brakes, clutch, linkage pins and othermechanical parts for improper adjustment andwear. Replace worn or damaged parts promptly.Check the tightness of all nuts and bolts regularly.(For further details, see SERVICE INTERVALS onpage 57)• Keep your tractor clean. Dirt, grease, and trashbuild up may contribute to fires and lead to personalinjury.• Use only implements meeting the specificationslisted under IMPLEMENT LIMITATIONS on page21 or implements approved by KUBOTA.• Use proper weights on the front or rear of thetractor to reduce the risk of upsets. When using thefront loader, put an implement or ballast on the 3-point hitch to improve stability. Follow the safeoperating procedures specified in the implement orattachment manual.• The narrower the tread, the greater the risk of atractor upset. For maximum stability, adjust thewheels to the widest practical tread width for yourapplication.(See Front wheels on page 51, Rear wheels onpage 52)(1) Rear wheels (A) Tread width• Do not modify the tractor. Unauthorizedmodification may affect the function of the tractor,which may result in personal injury.1. CAB and ROPS• KUBOTA recommends the use of a CAB or roll overprotective structures (ROPS) and seat belt inalmost all applications. This combination will reducethe risk of serious injury or death, should the tractorbe upset. Check for overhead clearance which mayinterfere with a CAB or ROPS.• Set parking brake and stop engine. Remove anyobstruction that may prevent raising or folding ofthe ROPS. Do not allow any bystanders. Alwaysperform function from a stable position at the rear ofthe tractor.Hold the top of the ROPS securely when raising orfolding. Make sure all pins are installed and locked.• If the CAB or ROPS is loosened or removed for anyreason, make sure that all parts are reinstalledcorrectly before operating the tractor.• Never modify or repair any structural member of aCAB or ROPS because welding, bending, drilling,grinding, or cutting may weaken the structure.• If any structural member of the CAB or ROPS isdamaged, replace the entire structure at your localKUBOTA Dealer
