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The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damage caused by incorrect use of the
machine or if the user has not followed the instructions given in this manual.
Before starting up the machine and beginning work, keep all people and animals away from
the danger zone of the machine (risk of projection !)
OPERATING ADVICE
- Always stop the tractor engine before carrying out any adjustments or maintenance on the machine.
- Do not start the rotor turning unless the machine is slightly raised. Do not lower the machine into its working
position until it has reached its correct working speed.
- Never work around corners. Always lift the machine before turning corners.
- Stop the PTO shaft when the lifted position of the machine gives a PTO shaft angle of more than 30°.
- The hammer knives must never contact the ground.
- Check daily the blade wear.
- Replace immediately any irregularly worn or damaged parts. Use only genuine KUHN parts.
- Check daily that all nuts and bolts are correctly tightened. Check especially the tightening torque of the hammer
knife fixing bolts (10 daNm / 75 ft.lbs).
- Check that the safety chains and flexible safety links on the transmission guards are correctly attached and are
in good condition.
- Clean and lubricate regularly the interior and exterior of the machine. Any soil that has built up on the rotor and
rotor bearings must be removed.
- Carefully clean and lubricate the machine before storing it. Store the machine always under cover.
- The user is responsible for the machine when it is transported on any public highway. It is important to respect
the Highway Code.
- If unusual vibrations are felt during work, stop the machine immediately and check the rotor. The vibrations may
be caused by the hammer knives. If the machine is used in this condition, it could be seriously damaged.
