SAFETY
Page
6
02/07
The Air Seeder has been designed
with safety in mind. However, the
equipment is only as safe as the person
operating it.
Do not operate the Air Seeder until
you have read and understood this manual.
If you feel you need help or advice on the
operation of the Seeder, contact your local
authorized Gason Dealer.
To ensure trouble free and safe
operation of your seeder, it is important to
carry out a daily safety check to reduce the
possibility of a costly breakdown.
Items to Check Daily During Operation
1.
Check all wheel nuts are tight during the
first couple of days of seeding or after
transportation (refer page 17).
2. Check all tyre pressures and tyre
conditions in general.
NOTE:
a badly
worn rear drive tyre will affect the
metering accuracy.
3. Ensure the safety guard on the blower
unit is fitted.
4. Check
all
hydraulic
breakaway
connections are locked into position.
5. Check all hydraulic hoses and fittings for
leaks.
6. Check all chains and sprockets for wear
or movement on the shaft.
7. Check metershafts turn freely before
operating each day or after transporting
when loaded (refer page 62).
8. Check draw bar pins for wear.
9. Ensure bin lids are closed and that there
are no air leaks when blower is
operating.
10. Check distribution hoses for damage or
kinks, especially after operating the wing
fold system on the implement.
General Safety Conditions
DO NOT
ride on the machine when
operating.
DO NOT
touch or attempt to adjust any
moving parts.
DO NOT
adjust hydraulic fittings while
under pressure.
DO NOT
remove any safety guards while
the seeder is operating.
DO NOT
operate the machine unless all
safety guards are securely fitted.
DO
carry out the daily safety checks and
operate the seeder in a
safety conscious
manner.
Hydraulics
Before working on the hydraulic system
always check that the blower
is not
operating, and that there is no pressure in
the hydraulic system.
Never
attempt
to
disconnect
a
breakaway coupling if the blower is
operating. Turn the
tractor off
if working on
the metering system of a
VRT
equipped
seeder.
Leaving the Air Seeder Unattended
Always close the bin lids and ensure
that no material is left in the bins after
seeding. Chock the Air Seeder wheels to
prevent it from rolling.
When Working on the Air Seeder
Place suitable stands under the trailer if
removing a wheel or carrying out major work.
Never enter
the bin compartment
unless another person is present. Always
take proper safeguards if entering a bin or
working on components that have been
exposed to treated seed.
Wear ear protection if working near the
blower while operating.
