Great Plains FCP1000 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 4)

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Important Safety Information
FCP1000 Three-Meter Drill and Hitch 148-693M-A 7/5/2005
Great Plains Mfg., Inc.
Transport
Machinery Safely
Maximum transport speed for imple-
ment is 32 kph (20 mph). Some
rough
terrains require a slower
speed. Sudden braking can cause a
towed load to swerve and upset.
▲
Do not exceed 32 kph (20 mph).
Never travel at a speed that does
not allow adequate control of
steering and stopping.
▲ Comply with state and local laws.
▲ Reduce speed if towed load is not
equipped with brakes.
▲
Do not tow an implement that,
when fully loaded, weighs more
than 1.5 times the weight of tow-
ing vehicle.
Use Safety
Lights and Devices
Slow-moving tractors, self-propelled
equipment and towed implements
can create a hazard when driven on
public roads. They are difficult to see,
especially at night.
▲
Use flashing warning lights and
turn signals whenever driving on
public roads.
▲ Use lights and devices provided
with implement.
Practice Safe Maintenance
▲
Understand procedure before
doing work. Use proper tools and
equipment. Refer to this manual
for additional information.
▲ Work in a clean, dry area.
▲ Lower implement to ground, put
tractor in park, turn off engine,
and remove key before performing
maintenance.
▲ Allow implement to cool completely.
▲ Inspect all parts. Make sure parts
are in good condition and installed
properly.
▲ Remove buildup of grease, oil or
debris.
▲
Remove all tools and unused
parts from implement before oper-
ation.
Use A Safety Chain
▲ Use a safety chain to help con-
trol drawn machinery should it
separate from tractor drawbar.
▲
Use a chain with a strength rat-
ing equal to or greater than
gross weight of towed machin-
ery.
▲ Attach chain to tractor drawbar
support or other specified
anchor location. Allow only
enough slack in chain to permit
turning.
▲ Replace chain if any links or end
fittings are broken, stretched or
damaged.
▲ Do not use safety
chain for towing.