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FOR SAFE OPERATIONRead these safety tips. Improper use of the tractor and its equipments can result in injury. To reduce this possibility, paycomplete attention to the job at hand, and observing the following cautions. If you can prevent an accident, your time willhave been spent well.1. Fuel Supply and Starting Engine(1) Always stop the engine before refueling.(2) To avoid the danger of exhaust fume poisoning, do notoperate the engine in a closed building without properventilation.(3) Before starting the engine, sit in the seat, disengage theclutch, and place shift levers in the neutral position.Fasten seat belt if equipped with ROPS.(4) Before starting the tractor, check to see that there areno people around.(5) Before driving the tractor in reverse, check to see thatthere are no obstacles around.2. Operation(1) Unreasonable operation such as on dangerous terrain,beyond the load capacity or beyond the intended useof the tractor must be avoided as it may cause the tractor to tip over. Refer to "The Superior Limit of Implement" on page 2 which outlines the maximum loadsfor safe tractor operation.(2) For your safety ROPS with a seat belt is recommendedby KUBOTA for most applications. Check operator'smanual and discuss with your local dealer.CAUTION:Always use seat belt when the tractor isequipped with a ROPS. Never use the seatbelt when the tractor is not equipped with aROPS.(ROPS: Roll-Over Protective Structures)(3) Keep all safety covers in place.(4) When working in cooperation with other tractors, letthe other drivers know what you are doing.(5) Keep people away from the tractor during operation.(6) When using an implement, be sure to install the properballast weight on the tractor.3. Loading and Unloading(1) Securely fix a rugged ramp with non-skids and check tosee that there are no people around before starting toload or unload.(2) When loading or unloading, chock or block the trucktires.4. Traveling(1) Before traveling on the road, be sure to interlock thetwo brake pedals.(2) If descending a slope, never disengage the clutch orshift levers to neutral to avoid overspeeding.(3) When traveling on the public road, observe the trafficregulations.(4) Always slow down the tractor before turning. Turningat a high speed may tip the tractor over.(5) Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal.(6) Do not apply the differential lock while traveling.(7) Before operating, widen the rear wheel tread to theoutermost recommended position for better stability.(8) When you drive the tractor with the cabin on publicroad, you should equip the rear view mirror, which theASAE standard provides. But when your tractor has nocabin, please consult with your local dealer if the rearview mirror is necessary.5. Operating with ImplementWhen installing or using the implement, be sure to read theinstruction for the implement and keep precautions inmind.6. Other Operating Cautions(1) Never operate the tractor or any agricultural equipmentwhile under the influence of alcohol or other drugs, orwhile under fatigue.(2) Avoid driving the tractor in loose, bulky clothes.(3) Check, service and clean the tractor after stopping theengine, follow the directions of the Operator's Manual.(4) Avoid touching the muffler and the radiator during orimmediately after operating.Service or check the tractor after it has completelycooled off.(5) When working in the fields or muddy areas, be sure toscrape off mud or soil from the bottom of your shoesbefore mounting the tractor.(6) Before allowing other people to use your tractor, explain how to operate and lend this manual beforehand.(7) Read the implement operator's manual to insureoperating procedures.safe(8) Only use 2nd or 3rd PTO gear if such speed is recommended in label, implement manual, or other instructions.Otherwise, use only 1st PTO gear speed (8.6 r/s;514 rpm).(9) Keep first aid kit and fire extinguisher near by at alltimes.(10) Never pull from the top link, the rear axle or anypoint above the drawbar.Doing so could cause the tractor to tip over rearwardcausing personal injury.For pulling, attach to the drawbar (fixed or swingingtype). Use the 3-point hitch only with equipmentdesigned for 3-point hitch usage.
