ARBOS MEK-X250, Use And Maintenance Manual

Use and Maintenance Manual

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4.2.  MOVEMENT AND TRANSPORT

If the machine needs to be transported over a long distance, 

it can be loaded onto a truck or other form of transport.

When moving the machine, lift it using a hoist or suitable 

crane with sufficient lifting capacity. The coupling points can 

be identified by the symbol 

“lifting point”

.

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Machine loading and unloading operations can be dan-

gerous unless carried out with extreme care. Ensure that 

there are no unauthorised persons in the area. Clear the 

loading and unloading area and ensure it is cordoned off.

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Ensure that the means available are suitable and intact. 

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Ensure that the working area is clear and there is a suit-

able "escape route", namely, a clear safe area the opera-

tors can reach immediately should the machine fall.

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Ensure operators are wearing suitable PPE, suitable 

clothing and the protections indicated (gloves, protec-

tive shoes, helmet, etc.).

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The surface where the machine is to be loaded/unload-

ed must be perfectly level to prevent the risk of the load 

moving unintentionally.

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When moving the machine, lift it by hooking it to the 

designated connections using a hoist or suitable crane 

with sufficient lifting capacity.

During transfers, connect all the 

safety devices.

During maintenance, connect all 

the safety devices and adopt all 

necessary precautionary mea-

sures to ensure personal safety.

Fig. 6

4.3.  DRIVING ON A PUBLIC ROAD

If it is necessary to drive on a pub-

lic road, it is mandatory to strictly 

respect the relevant highway code, 

paying particular attention to the 

speed.

When driving on the road, respect 

the relevant highway code for the 

specific country.

Any accessory used for transporta-

tion must be equipped with specific 

signals and adequate protective de-

vices.

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Before starting to drive, install any optional light bars.

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It is mandatory to equip the machine with a yellow or 

orange flashing light.

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Check the tyre pressure and restore the pressure if nec-

essary.

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Check that the towing eyelet of the seeder and the tow 

hook of the tractor have been coupled correctly.

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Check that the female plate connection (FLAT-FACE) is 

always connected to the tank return before moving the 

machine.

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Before starting to drive on a public street from a non-

paved or dirty surface, the tractor wheels must be 

cleaned carefully and nay mud present must be re-

moved.

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When driving on a public street, the machine must be in 

the transport position and the power socket of the trac-

tor must be unplugged.

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The weight of the machine modifies the stability of the 

combination tractor-seeder, influencing the steering 

ability as well as the breaking ability, it is thus important 

to proceed with a moderate speed.

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It is very important to remember that road-holding and 

steering and braking abilities may be influenced, even 

heavily, by the presence of any equipment which is be-

ing carried or towed.

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On bends, pay particular attention to the centrifugal 

force on the machine with or without the carried equip-

ment, especially on sloping streets or terrain.

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For transportation, set and fix the chains on the lifting 

side arms of the tractor; verify that the lids on the seed 

and fertiliser tanks are well sealed; put the control lever 

on the hydraulic lifter in the blocked position.

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Transport outside the working area must be carried out 

with the equipment in transport position. This also im-

plies that all hydraulic connection must be unplugged 

from the tractor.