Operate Safely

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DO NOT operate machine without reading this Operator's Manual.

DO NOT operate machine unless you are completely familiar with your machine.

OPERATE picker only when all guards are fitted and in their correct position.

Only allow operator on machine. The instructional seat should only be used for instruction or short periods of machine observation, and not for the accommodation of children.

Before moving or operating machine, check immediate vicinity of machine for bystanders. Use the horn as a warning immediately before driving away.

Come to a complete stop before reversing direction.

DO NOT unload on a slope or grade.

DO NOT unload near overhead wires.

DO NOT unload unless you are certain that no one is near handler.

DO NOT drive the machine with the module builder door raised except when ejecting module.

DO NOT leave machine unattended with engine running.

DO NOT work on or around round module builder chamber with gate open unless gate is in handler, or hydraulic lock valve is engaged.

DO NOT work on or around the handler unless hydraulic lock valve is engaged.

AVOID MACHINE ROLLOVERS. Moving cotton picker with duals removed requires that the module builder be in transport mode with rear axle sway blocks positioned in the down position. Limit speed to 5 mph.