Make sure the safety labels are legible. If necessary, wipe them by a cloth, with soap and
water.
5.1.
STARTUP
Before the startup and before each use, perform the following pre-operation inspections
and service of the implement:
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Check that the implement has no damaged functional parts and has all mechanical
parts are good condition. Repair and / or replace the damaged parts;
•
check that the implement has no missing parts (pins, safety pins, plugs oil ...).
Restore the missing parts;
•
check that all guards and safety devices have no damages and are properly
positioned. Repair and / or replace the damaged shields, restore the correct position;
•
verify that the PTO driveshaft is properly installed (see section: Connection of the
drive shaft);
•
check that the driveshaft clutch is in good condition, and that its components are
not subject to "sticking" (see section: Maintenance / Driveline);
•
check the presence of lubricant in all greasing points of the implement (driveshaft,
supports...)
•
Check for oil leaks from the gearbox or the transmission side cover. Identify the
reason of loss, then repair and / or replace the damaged components;
•
check the correct oil level in the gearboxes
•
check that blades are not excessively worn and the relating hardware is correctly
tightened
•
check that all hardware (nuts, bolts, etc.) are properly tightened.
•
check that all safety decals are correctly positioned, in good condition and legible.
Replace any damaged decals;
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check that there is no constraints that may prevent the movement of equipment.
Remove any constraint.
Before the startup and before each use, make the following checks on the operating area
you intend to operate:
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check that area is clear of foreign objects (rocks, branches or debris). Remove any
obstacle and visibly highlight obstacles that cannot be removed (e.g. with flags);
•
make sure that in the area you intend to operate there are no people or animals;
•
make sure the soil to be worked is not too grassy, muddy, sandy or rocky.
WARNING
Before conducting the above inspections and service, make sure the tractor engine is off,
all rotation parts are completely stopped and the tractor is in park with the parking brake
