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Lapsed Time Vs. Distance Travelled
And how it relates to a tractor PTO turning at 540 and
1000 rpm-shaft/shield diameter of 3 inches
Lapsed
Time
In Seconds
Time (sec)
3.0 .73
5.5 1.34
4.5 1.06
8.3 1.98
9.0 2.17 16.7 4.00
27.0 6.47
50.0 11.99
45.0 10.80
83.3 19.98
Think Safety & Save Lives!
Following are key considerations for
preventing PTO entanglement:
1. Always disengage the PTO, shut
off the engine and remove the keys
before leaving the tractor seat. You
can't be injured by the PTO or other
machine parts if the driveline isn't
rotating! Taking the keys prevents
unexpected start-up by another person
while you are cleaning, lubricating,
adjusting, or making repairs.
2. Keep the tractor's master shield
In place at all times.
3. Check frequently to confirm that
integral shields are in good
condition. With the powershaft
stopped, you should be able to rotate the
shield freely by hand. Look for nicks,
dents or bends that could catch clothing.
Damaged shields or bearings must be
repaired immediately. Don't operate the
machine until damaged parts are fixed or
replaced.
4. Never step across a rotating
powershaft. Some equipment must be
operated in a stationary location where
you are working (e.g. forage wagons and
blowers, grinder-mixers, etc.) When such
machines are running, always walk
around the revolving shaft. Safety
devices are usually reliable, but could
malfunction.
5. Dress for safety. Wear close fitting
clothes and keep long hair covered.
Raggy old coats and long boot laces can
easily be grabbed by rotating parts.
Make safety a habit
Broken bones, severed limbs, crushed
skulls - such horrendous injuries are
typical of PTO entanglement accidents.
The only sure way to prevent such
tragedy is to avoid all contact with
moving machine parts. Good shielding is
vital, but all equipment operators must be
aware of hazards and make safety a part
of their habitual behavior.
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