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Risk of explosion: avoid sparks and naked flames near the battery.
1.3.1.7.
Instructions regarding the hydraulic system
If your machine is fitted with a hydraulic circuit, you must comply with the following instructions:
Warning! The hydraulic circuit is pressurised.
When mounting cylinders and hydraulic devices, take particular care to ensure that the circuits are
correctly connected, in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
Mark the sockets and connectors of the hydraulic connections between the tractor and the machine to
avoid handling errors.
Before connecting a hose to the tractor's hydraulic circuit, ensure that the circuits on both the tractor
side and the machine side are perfectly clean and not under pressure.
Before connecting, check that the hydraulic quick connectors on the machine and the tractor are free
from impurities.
Before performing any operations on the hydraulic circuit, lower the machine, depressurise the circuit,
switch off the tractor engine, engage the parking brake and remove the ignition key.
Before carrying out any operations, allow the machine to cool down and discharge the hydraulic
circuits' accumulators.
Check the hydraulic hoses regularly. Damaged or worn hoses must be replaced immediately. Check
the appearance of the hydraulic hoses to detect any signs of tears or abnormal wear.
When replacing hydraulic hoses, ensure that you only use hoses of the characteristics and quality
recommended by the machine's manufacturer.
Each time the machine is used, the hydraulic quick connectors' end fittings must be cleaned and the
protective caps must be fitted afterwards. Replace connectors which do not lock correctly or which
leak.
Hydraulic hoses must never trail on the ground.
If you find a leak, take all of the necessary precautions to avoid accidents. Never try to plug the leak
with your hand or fingers.
Any pressurised liquid, in particular oil in the hydraulic circuit, can penetrate the skin and
cause serious injury and infections.
In the event of injury, consult a doctor immediately.
To avoid accidents caused by unexpected hydraulic movements or by third parties, the distributors on
the tractor must be locked or immobilised when they are not being used or in their transport position.
1.3.1.8.
Instructions relating to the braking system
The braking system must be checked and serviced regularly.
Servicing and repair work and
adjustments must only be carried out by brake system specialists.
Stop the tractor immediately in the event of a brake system malfunction and have it repaired.
Before performing any operations on the braking system, place the machine on stable ground and
chock it.