Rhinotek RHINO FL20 - Manual (Page 111)

OPERATION
OPERA
TION
Operation Section 4-25
© 2004 Alamo Group Inc.
FL14/FL20 10/03
Start off driving at a slow speed and gradually increase your speed while maintaining complete control of the tractor
and mower. Moving slowly at first will also prevent the tractor from rearing up and loss of steering control. The
tractor should never be operated at speeds that cannot be safely handled or which will prevent the operator from
stopping quickly during an emergency. If the power steering or engine ceases operating, stop the tractor immediately
as the tractor will be difficult to control.
Drive the tractor with the 3-Point lift arms in the raised position and lock the control lever in the transport detent
position to prevent damage to the mower driveline and tongue when turning.
9.4 Driving the Tractor and Mower
Perform turns with the tractor and mower at slow speeds
to determine how the tractor with an attached mower
handles a turn. Determine the safe speed to maintain
proper control of the tractor when making turns. When
turning with a towed implement, the overall working
length of the unit is increased. Allow additional
clearance for the mower when turning, especially if the
wings are lowered.
To avoid overturns, drive the tractor with care and at
safe speeds, especially when operating over rough
ground, crossing ditches or slopes, and turning corners.
Tractor wheel tread spacing should be increased when
working on inclines or rough ground to reduce the
possibility of tipping.
Use extreme caution when operating on steep slopes.
Keep the tractor in a low gear when going downhill.
DO NOT coast or free-wheel downhill.