CAUTION: Improper use of loader to handle round bales can result in injury to the tractor operator from:

The bale rolling back down the loader boom into the operator's station.

A tractor roll-over accident caused by instability when the bale is not carried low.

Be especially careful when operating on hillsides. The tractor may tip sideways if it strikes a hole, ditch, or other irregularity.

Due to the weight and rolling tendency of large round bales, be careful when moving bales:

To prevent injury or damage from a rolling bale, discharge bales on level ground or in such a manner that the bale will not roll.

Do not allow anyone to stand near the rear of the baler when it is discharging a bale.

To avoid handling and stability problems, do not exceed the manufacturer's rated capacity of the tractor.

The tractor must be equipped with a roll-over protective structure to prevent injury to operator in the event of tractor roll-over accident.

The tractor must have maximum rear ballast per wheel and maximum tread width. See your tractor operator's manual.

Reduce the tractor ground speed. Carry the bale as low as possible and maintain adequate visibility and ground clearance at all times.

Jerky operation causes tractor-loader instability. Operate the loader controls smoothly.

When handling round bales on a slope, approach the bale with tractor facing uphill.

Never use the tractor loader to stop a rolling bale.

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