Operation or Transport On Hillsides (Continued)

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Slope Grade Profiles
Observe these additional precautions when operating or transporting
a Tow-Behind (TBH) cart on hillsides:
For slopes up to 18% Grade (10 degrees):
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Single or dual tires on the rear of the Tow-Behind cart are
acceptable.
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Total weight of the Tow-Behind cart, plus material, should not
exceed 2.5 times the seeding tool weight. If an implement is towed
behind the Tow-Behind cart, total weight of the cart and material,
plus the weight of the towed implement, should not exceed 1.5 times
the seeding tool weight.
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Reducing fill level of all tanks improves side hill stability.
For slopes from 18% to 27% Grade (10—15 degrees):
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Equip cart with dual tires on the rear.
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Total weight of the Tow-Behind cart, plus material, should not
exceed 2.0 times the seeding tool weight. If an implement is towed
behind the Tow-Behind cart, total weight of the cart and material,
plus the weight of the towed implement, should not exceed 1.5 times
the seeding tool weight.
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Reducing fill level of all tanks improves side hill and transport
stability.
NOTE: Refer to Preparing the Machine section for weight charts
and further information on calculations.
For slopes above 27% Grade (15 degrees):
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Tow-Behind carts should not be used.
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