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Operation
MAN1168 (5/27/2016)
PRE-OPERATION CHECK LIST
(OWNER'S RESPONSIBILITY)
___ Review and follow all safety rules and safety
decal instructions on pages 7 through 13.
___ Check that all safety decals are installed and in
good condition. Replace if damaged.
___ Check that equipment is properly and securely
attached to tractor.
___ Make sure driveline spring-activated locking pin
or collar slides freely and is seated firmly in trac-
tor PTO spline groove.
___ Set tractor PTO at correct rpm for your equip-
ment.
___ Lubricate all grease fitting locations. Make sure
PTO shaft slip joint is lubricated.
___ Check that all hydraulic hoses and fittings are in
good condition and not leaking before starting
tractor. Check that hoses are not twisted, bent
sharply, kinked, frayed, or pulled tight. Replace
any damaged hoses immediately.
___ Raise and lower equipment to make sure air is
purged from hydraulic cylinders and hoses.
___ Check that all hardware is properly installed and
secured.
___ Check to ensure blades are sharp, in good condi-
tion, and installed correctly. Replace if damaged.
___ Make sure tractor ROPS or ROPS cab and seat
belt are in good condition. Keep seat belt
securely fastened during operation.
___ Check that shields and guards are properly
installed and in good condition. Replace if dam-
aged.
___ Check cutting height, front-to-rear attitude, and
top link adjustment.
___ Before starting engine, operator must be in trac-
tor seat with seat belt fastened. Place transmis-
sion in neutral or park, engage brake and
disengage tractor PTO.
___ Inspect area to be cut and remove stones,
branches, or other hard objects that might be
thrown and cause injury or damage.
___ Check that belt or chain shielding is in good con-
dition and replace any damaged parts.
___ Make sure tractor 3-point lift links do not interfere
with hydraulic hoses or driveline throughout full
turning range.
