REMEMBER - The machine is designed to be used only in agricultural applications. Any
use of this machine other than specified in section 2 is considered improper use. Improper
use also includes using the machine in work conditions other than those specified by the
manufacturer, improper repair and maintenance.
The manufacturer does not assume any responsibility for any damage resulting from
improper use of the machine.
3.
USER SAFETY
REMEMBER - Before starting the maintenance or use of the machine the user should
familiarise himself with these operating instructions and know the design of individual
assemblies and their functions, scopes and means of adjustment paying particular attention
to the information regarding safe operation.
It is too late to learn that during work.
3.1
GENERAL SAFETY REGULATIONS
The safety regulations given below apply to the machine. Regardless of those regulations the
user must also follow the general safety and accident prevention regulations and the traffic code.
The machine (cult tractor) should be operated maintaining all rules of safe operation,
in particular:
•
every time before start-up check the machine and the tractor - whether they are in condition
which guarantees safety during movement and operation;
•
to maintain steerability the machine may only be coupled to a tractor with a full set of
weights on the front axle. When the machine is coupled the load on the tractor's front axle
must be at least 20% of the tractor's own weight;
•
the user must make sure to follow the maximum allowable axle loads and transport
dimensions;
•
when coupling the machine to the tractor, raising and lowering the machine using the
tractor's hydraulic system, unfolding the machine to its transport or working position and on
headlands the operator must ensure that there are no bystanders nearby, especially children;
•
when the engine is running no person is allowed between the tractor and the machine;
•
noise - the equivalent sound pressure emission corrected by A characteristics (L
pA
) does not
exceed 70 dB;
•
when connecting the hydraulic lines to the tractor's hydraulic system the operator must make
sure that the system is not under pressure. The operator must check the positions of the
tractor hydraulic system control levers;
•
it is only allowed to operate the hydraulic elements when no person is nearby;
•
the hoses and pipes in the hydraulic lines must be checked on a regular basis and replaced
with new ones it they are damaged;
•
all hydraulic lines must be replaced every 6 years;
•
raising, lowering, folding and unfolding and movements of the machine should be done
slowly without jerking movements;
•
it is forbidden to reverse the tractor and make turns when the machine is lowered to its
working position;
•
when making turns bear in mind that there are protruding elements in the machine, the use
of tractor's independent brakes must be avoided;
•
the user must check the tyre pressure in the tractor and in the machine;
•
during transport no person should be allowed to stand on the machine nor any load may be
placed on it;
•
any repairs, lubrication or cleaning of the working elements required during work may only
be performed with the engine turned off and the machine lowered;
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