HONDA FL5540K0 User Manual

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The use of heavy equipment

pulling or lifting excessive loads may adversely affect

vehicle stability or control. To avoid loss of control that can result in severe personal injury:

-

Use only recommended tractor hitch attachment points.

-Limit loads to those within tractor and front loader limitations as stated in this manual and in the

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Be extra careful when turning or backing up, and when on uneven terrain.

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Use counterweights as indicated in this manual and the tractor’s owner’s manual.

Before installing or using the front loader, carefully read all instructions and precautions.

tractor owner’s manual.

OPERATION

Be

fasten

whenever driving the tractor with the Roll Over Protection

Structure (ROPS) attached. Use of either device (seat belt or ROPS) without the other will
increase the chance of injury in

a

rollover.

Adjust the seat belt

so

it is snug.

Be sure that the main transmission lever is in

and the front and rear Power Take

Off

(PTO) levers are in the

“Off‘

position before starting the engine.

Operate the tractor and

front loader at slow speeds until you become familiar with all

of

the

operating characteristics and controls.

Do

not operate the tractor or front loader until you are sure the area in front and behind

is

clear

of people and pets.

Sudden stops

of

the tractor or front loader during operation could cause the tractor to overturn.

Be especially careful during sharp turns and when front loader bucket has material in it.

Carry the front loader

at a

low

position during transport. This will enhance vehicle stability

and front vision.

Using the front loader for handling large objects such

as

round hay bales, logs or oil drums is not

recommended.

easily shift or roll down the front loader arms causing

equipment damage or severe personal injury,

This tractor utilizes Four Wheel Steering

The feel of 4WS

is

slightly different from other

tractors and will affect front loader operation. Practice use of the front loader

in

a

wide safe area.

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