Front loader walkaround

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Loader

Mounting pins and latches fully engaged on both sides
Bucket or attachment locked to the quick-attach
Hoses not rubbing, kinked or leaking; couplers fully seated
Grease the loader pivot points if due
Ballast on the back (weights or an implement) for heavy loads
Lower the loader to the ground before leaving the seat

Other machines

These are general reminders, not a substitute for your operator's manual, which comes first. Never check under a machine or near blades with the engine running, and lower everything to the ground first.