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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 THETRACTORBefore operating the tractor, adhere to the followinginstructions, and safely operate the tractor.1. General• 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 thetractor or any implement attached to it. Check foroverhead clearance which may interfere with a CABor ROPS.Do not allow any bystanders around or near thetractor 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 around thetractor. 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 93.)• Keep your tractor clean. Dirt, grease, and trash buildup 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 page32.)• Use proper weights on the front or rear of thetractor to reduce the risk of upsets. When using the front loader, put an implement or ballast on the 3-point hitch to maintain proper balance and braking.Follow the safe operating procedures specified in the implement or attachment manual.• 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 page80.)(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.• Do not make any modifications to the engine or emission components as they may result in damage and malfunctions such as:– Damage to the powertrain from excessive engine output.– Engine overheating caused by exceeding the engine cooling performance capabilities.– Malfunctions of the exhaust gas after treatment control devices. Modifications to the engine and its emission components may violate emission regulations and are subject to fines and penalties. Kubota and its affiliates are not liable for any damage, malfunction or accidents caused bymodifications to the engine or emission components.
