Handle chemicals properly, Use a safety chain, Tire safety – Great Plains 1205NT Operator Manual User Manual

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Important Safety Information

Handle Chemicals Properly

Agricultural chemicals can be dangerous. Im-
proper use can seriously injure persons, animals,
plants, soil and property.

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Read and follow chemical manufacturer’s

instructions.

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Wear protective clothing.

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Handle all chemicals with care.

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Avoid inhaling smoke from any type of chemi-

cal fire.

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Store or dispose of unused chemicals as

specified by chemical manufacturer.

Use A Safety Chain

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Use a safety chain to help control drawn

machinery should it separate from tractor
drawbar.

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Use a chain with a strength rating equal to or

greater than the gross weight of towed
machinery.

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Attach chain to tractor drawbar support or

other specified anchor location. Allow only
enough slack in chain to permit turning.

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Replace chain if any links or end fittings are

broken, stretched or damaged.

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Do not use safety chain for towing.

Tire Safety

Tire changing can be dangerous and should be
performed by trained personnel using correct
tools and equipment.

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When inflating tires, use a clip-on chuck and

extension hose long enough to you to stand
to one side–not in front of or over tire assem-
bly. Use a safety cage if available.

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When removing and installing wheels, use

wheel-handling

equipment

adequate

for

weight involved.

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