Wheatheart WHR 130 x 51-71ft Augers PTO - Manual (Page 10)

2. S AFETY F IRST WHEATHEART - GHR & WHR GRAIN AUGERS
2.3. GRAIN AUGERS SD
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2.3.
2.4. TRANSPORT & PLACEMENT SAFETY
• Transport auger in full down position with slight ten-
sion on cable.
• Properly place hitch pin and securely attach safety
chain. Use a type of hitch pin that will not allow
auger to separate from towing vehicle.
• Always attach an SMV (slow moving vehicle) sign
before transporting auger. Equip the auger with the
necessary lights for transportation where required
by law. Always use hazard warning flashers on the
tractor/towing vehicle when transporting unless
prohibited by law.
• Always travel at a safe speed, never exceeding 15
mph (24 km/hr). Reduce speed on rough surfaces
and be cautious when turning corners or meeting
traffic.
• Before raising/lowering/moving the auger, make
sure the area around the auger is clear of obstruc-
tions and/or untrained personnel. Never allow any-
one to stand on or beneath auger while
transporting or placing auger.
• Do not transport auger on slopes greater than 20°.
• Wheels must be free to move when raising or low-
ering auger.
• Never attempt to move auger manually. To do so
will result in serious injury.
• Before moving auger, check for overhead obstructions and/or electrical wires.
Electrocution can occur without direct contact.
• Disconnect PTO driveline from tractor before moving auger or tractor and
secure in transport saddle (where applicable).
2.5. PTO SAFETY
• Never use a PTO driveline without a rotating shield in good working order.
• Ensure PTO driveline is securely attached at both ends before operating.
• Before starting tractor, turn power to PTO to the off position (where applica-
ble).
• Keep body, hair, and clothing away from rotating PTO driveline.
• Ensure the PTO driveline shields turn freely on the PTO driveline.
• Do not exceed operating speed of 540 rpm.
• Keep u-joint angles small and equal. Do not exceed recommended operating
length for PTO driveline.