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Operation
In order to avoid damage to the machine and life-threatening injuries when putting the machine
into operation, it is essential to pay attention to the following points:
You must have read and understood:
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the engine manufacturer’s operating manual,
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the operating manual for the respective attached device and
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the operating manual for the
2-wheel tractor,
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in particular chapter 1, safety and protective devices.
You may not operate the
2-wheel tractor before having done so.
1.
Commissioning
Warning!
Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide!
They are highly toxic if inhaled and can lead to death.
Important!
During the first 20 hours of operation (the running-in period) the engine should not be operated
up to its performance limit.
After about 10 hours of operation, check that all screws, bolts and controls on the basic machine
and attached devices are tight.
The following items must be checked
before putting into operation for the first time:
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Check the engine oil – see the engine manufacturer’s operating manual.
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Check the gearbox oil.
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Check all safety devices.
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Check whether there is sufficient fuel in the fuel tank.
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Check that all screws and controls on the basic unit and attached devices are tight.
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Remove all tools and foreign parts from the machine.
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Adjust the steering shaft to the operator’s body size and in accordance with the pur-
pose of use.
2.
Starting
Warning!
If the traction and device drive is engaged, you could be run over, causing serious injuries.
The traction and device drive must be disengaged when starting the engine.
Do not stand with your feet near the attached working device.
Please observe when starting the tractor:
The clutch/safety stop lever must be in the Drive OFF position (start position)
- see
fig. 5
,
page 18. Follow the respective
engine manufacturer’s operating manual when starting the
engine
– start according to the engine manufacturer’s operating manual.
Once the engine is running, slowly bring the throttle lever to the middle position and allow the
engine to warm up for a short time. Push the CHOKE lever slowly back to the operating position
if it has been pulled out.
Please also refer to the engine manufacturer’s operating manual regarding this point.
In the case of a diesel engine, it must be started in accordance with the engine manufactur-
er’s instructions!
