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10. Your Cub Cadet Yanmar dealer can supply original equipment
hydraulic accessories and repair parts. Substitute parts
may not meet original equipment specifications and may be
dangerous.
11. Ensure implement is properly attached, adjusted and in good
operating condition.
12. Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or ROPS CAB and
seat belt. Keep seat belt securely fastened. Falling off power
unit can result in death from being run over or crushed. Keep
foldable ROPS systems in locked up position at all times.
13. Ensure all safety labels are installed. Replace if damaged.
(See Safety Labels later in this section).
14. Ensure shields and guards are properly installed and in good
condition. Replace if damaged.
operaTional
1. Do not allow other people in the area when operating, attach-
ing, removing, assembling or servicing equipment.
2. Improper use of a loader can cause injury or death.
3. Consult local utilities before working. Know location of and
avoid contacting all underground cables, pipelines, overhead
wires and other hazards in working area.
4. Do not attempt to lift loads in excess of the loader capacity.
5. Keep bystanders away from equipment.
6. Do not walk or work under a raised loader, bucket or attach-
ment.
7. Never allow anyone to get under the loader bucket or reach
through the lift arms when the bucket is raised.
8. Do not operate equipment while under the influence of alcohol
or drugs.
9. Operate only in daylight or good artificial light.
10. Always comply with all state and local lighting and marking
requirements.
11. Do not allow riders. Do not lift or carry anybody on the loader
or in the bucket or attachments.
12. Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or ROPS CAB and
seat belt. Keep seat belt securely fastened. Falling off power
unit can result in death from being run over or crushed. Keep
foldable ROPS systems in “locked up” position at all times.
13. Always sit in tractor seat when operating controls or starting
engine. Securely fasten seat belt, place transmission in
neutral, engage brake and ensure all other controls are
disengaged before starting tractor engine.
14. Look down and to the rear and make sure area is clear before
operating in reverse.
15. Avoid loose fill, rocks and holes. They can be dangerous for
loader operation or movement.
16. Allow for loader length and width when making turns.
17. Stop the loader arms gradually when lowering or lifting.
18. Use caution when handling loose or shiftable loads.
avoid injury or Death from rollover accidents:
• Move and turn tractor at low speeds.
• Watch for hidden hazards such as holes, ditches, and other
obstructions which may cause tractor and loader to tip over.
• Carry loads close to the ground to aid visibility and lower
center of gravity for improved stability.
• Balance loads so weight is evenly distributed and load is
stable.
• Be extra careful when operating on a slope.
• Do not operate on steep slopes.
• Do not stop, start or change directions suddenly on slopes.
• If loader is equipped with round bale attachments, always
approach bale with tractor facing uphill.
• Tractor must be equipped with a Roll-Over Protective
Structure (ROPS) and seat belt.
• Keep seat belt securely fastened and keep foldable ROPS
systems in “locked up” position at all times.
avoid injury or Death from Power Lines
• Stay away from power lines. Electrocution can occur without
direct contact.
• Check clearances before raising loader.
• Consult local utilities before digging. Know location of and
avoid contacting all underground cables, pipelines, overhead
wires and other hazards in digging area.
• Do not leave the operator’s seat if any part of the tractor or
loader contacts electric lines or underground cables.
avoid injury or Death from Falling Objects:
• This loader is not equipped with any method to prevent
objects such as round bales, posts, logs, etc. from rolling
back onto operator.
• Do not carry large objects that can fall out of loader bucket
into operator zone.
• Never lift loader higher than necessary to clear the ground
when moving.
• Before dismounting tractor or performing any service or
maintenance, disengage the power to the implement, lower
the 3-point hitch and all raised components to the ground,
operate valve lever to release any hydraulic pressure, stop
engine, set parking brake, remove key, and unfasten seat belt.
• Never work under a raised loader. Always lower loader to the
ground with bucket or loader attachment in full roll-back posi-
tion. Shut off tractor, set park brake and remove key. Operate
valve levers to release any hydraulic pressure. If loader
obstructs tractor maintenance, loader must be removed from
tractor.
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