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Read these safety tips. Improper use of the tractor and its equipments can result in injury. To reduce this possibility, pay complete attention to the job at hand, and observing the following cautions. If you can prevent an accident, your time will have 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 proper ventilation.(3) Before starting the engine, sit in the seat, disengage the clutch, 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)(2)Unreasonable operation such as on dangerous terrain, beyond the load capacity or beyond the intended use of the tractor must be avoided as it may cause the tractor to tip over. Refer to "The Superior Limit of The Implement" on page 33 which outlines the maximumloads for safe tractor operation.For your safety ROPS with a seat belt is recommmended by 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, let the 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 proper ballast 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 to load or unload.(2) When loading or unloading, chock or block the truck tires.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.5. Operating with ImplementWhen installing or using the implement, be sure to read the instruction 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, or while under fatigue.(2) Avoid driving the tractor in loose, bulky clothes.(3) Check, service and clean the tractor after stopping the engine, follow the directions of the Operator's Manual. (4) Avoid touching the muffler and the radiator during or immediately after operating.Service or check the tractor after it has completely cooled off.(5) When working in the fields or muddy areas, be sure to scrape off mud or soil from the bottom of your shoesbefore mounting the tractor.(6) Before allowing other people to use your tractor, ex- plain how to operate and lend this manual beforehand.(7) Read the implement operator's manual to insure safeoperating procedures.(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 (9r/s; 540rpm). (9) Keep first aid kit and fire extinguisher near by at all times.(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 swinging type). Use the 3-point hitch only with equipment designed for 3-point hitch usage.
