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NEVER
attempt to adjust the skids without the topper being in a stable and safe
position.
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Take extra care when carrying out maintenance and adjustments, as this is when most
farm accidents occur.
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ENSURE
the PTO shaft is the correct length to suit the tractor.
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ALWAYS
ensure that the PTO tubes and universal joints have sufficient grease.
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Regularly check the PTO shaft and guard for damage and replace if any damage is
found.
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ALWAYS
use 8mm shear bolts with a rating of 8.8 on the knuckle joint. Standard bolts
or shear bolts with a rating greater than 8.8 may cause undue stress to the topper and
risk life and limb.
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NEVER
attempt to move this implement manually.
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NEVER
change the release pressure on the Breakaway valve unless authorised to do
so by FLEMING AGRI-PRODUCTS.
1.4 GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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This is a tractor-mounted implement. Attempts should not be made to attach the topper
to any other type of vehicle. If the topper is to be transported on a trailer then is should
be securely attached using suitable restraints.
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Never use incorrectly sized lift arm or top link pins when attaching the topper. Ensure
top link has sufficient adjustment to facilitate correct setting of the topper.
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Fit the topper to the three-point linkage in the normal way. Ensure that the PTO is
correctly connected before use.
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When the implement is attached to the tractor the stand should be raised to its highest
setting. When detaching from the tractor the stand should be set at a suitable height.
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Fit PTO shaft in the transport position to ensure the correct length.
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ENSURE the restraining chains on the PTO cover are attached to the holes provided
on the fixed guards and on the tractor PTO guard.
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Adjust the topping height by removing the 4 bolts on each skid and set to the required
height. Only adjust the height when the topper is in the topping position and is on
stable ground.
ENSURE TRACTOR IS STOPPED, THE BLADES HAVE STOPPED
MOVING AND THE TOPPER IS SUITABLY SUPPORTED.
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DO NOT ENGAGE THE PTO WHEN IN THE TRANSPORT POSITION.
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Attach a suitable length of rope to the eye on the locking mechanism so that it can be
operated safely from the cab. Ensure that the length of the rope used allows the free
movement of the implement from the maximum to minimum heights and that there is no
possibility of the slack rope becoming entangled and risking life or limb.
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Ensure the working area is clear of stones or anything which may cause damage to the
topper or increase the danger to life and limb.
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With the PTO shaft, Hydraulic pipes and all safety guards in place and the topper in the
fully opened position it is safe to start topping.
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Begin to operate at a low RPM and gradually increase to 540 RPM before starting to
move forward.
