Blue Rhino FC-0007 - Manual (Page 115)

OPERATION
SE6 05/05 Operation Section 4-23
© 2005 Alamo Group Inc.
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9. DRIVING THE TRACTOR AND IMPLEMENT
Safe tractor transport requires the operator possess a thorough knowledge of the model being operated and
precautions to take while driving with an attached implement. Ensure the tractor has the capacity to handle the
weight of the implement and the tractor operating controls are set for safe transport. To ensure safety while
driving the tractor with an attached implement, review the following. OPS-U- 0012
Never run the Tractor engine in a closed building or without adequate ventilation. The exhaust
fumes can be hazardous to your health.
(SG-23)
Transport only at safe speeds. Serious accidents and injuries can result from
operating this equipment at unsafe speeds. Understand the Tractor and
Implement and how it handles before transporting on streets and highways.
Make sure the Tractor steering and brakes are in good condition and operate
properly.
Before transporting the Tractor and Implement, determine the safe transport
speeds for you and the equipment. Make sure you abide by the following rules:
• Test the tractor at a slow speed and increase the speed slowly. Apply the
Brakes smoothly to determine the stopping characteristics of the Tractor
and Implement. As you increase the speed of the Tractor the stopping
distance increases. Determine the maximum safe transport speed for you
and this Equipment.
• Test the equipment at a slow speed in turns. Increase the speed through
the turn only after you determine that it is safe to operate at a higher speed.
Use extreme care and reduce your speed when turning sharply to prevent
the tractor and implement from turning over. Determine the maximum safe
turning speed for you and this equipment before operating on roads or
uneven ground.
• Only transport the Tractor and Implement at the speeds that you have
determined are safe and which allow you to properly control the equipment.
Be aware of the operating conditions. Do not operate the Tractor with weak or
faulty brakes. When operating down a hill or on wet or rain slick roads, the
braking distance increases: use extreme care and reduce your speed. When
operating in traffic always use the Tractor’s flashing warning lights and reduce
your speed. Be aware of traffic around you and watch out for the other guy.
(SG-19)