Yetter 2967-145 Residue Manager Attachment for Yetter/John Deere 7000 Unit Mounted Conservation Coulter - Manual (Page 3)

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SAFETY
A brief description of signal words that may be used in this manual.
CAUTION: Used as a general reminder of good safety practices or to direct attention to unsafe
practices.
WARNING: Denotes a specific potential hazard.
DANGER: Denotes the most serious specific potential hazard.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
You can make your farm a safer place to live and work if you observe the safety precautions
given. Study these precautions carefully and insist that those working with you and for you follow
them.
Finally, remember this: an accident is usually caused by someone’s carelessness, neglect or
oversight.
WARNING
Never clean, lubricate or adjust a machine that is in motion. Always install the transport lock pins and
bracket when transporting for any length of time or on public roadways.
If required to service unit in raised position, be sure to install all transport lock pins and locking bracket.
Be sure the implement is securely locked in the 3-point quick hitch before operating.
Do not allow children to operate this equipment.
Do not allow riders on the tractor or implement.
Use speeds and caution dictated by the terrain being traversed. Do not operate on any slope steep enough
to cause tipping or loss of control.
Be sure all personnel are clear of the immediate area before operating.
Read and understand the operator’s manual and require all other persons who will operate the equipment to
do the same.
In operating on public roadways, where legal, be certain all lighting is operating properly and observe all
traffic laws. Ensure slow moving vehicle emblem on tractor is visible.
Beware of increased stopping distances and control effort when operating with implements attached.
Be familiar with all tractor and implement controls and be prepared to stop engine and implements quickly in
an emergency.
CAUTION
Consult your implement and tractor operator’s manual for correct and safe operating practices.
Be aware of towed implement width and allow safe clearance.
FAILURE TO HEED MAY RESULT IN PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH