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U741 CULTIVATOR – OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL
CULTIVATOR IDENTIFICATION, GENERAL SAFETY RULES
1. Before every start-up check the machine and the tractor – whether
they are in condition which guarantees safety during movement and
operation;
2. 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, see Section 2.3;
3. Follow the maximum permissible axle loads, total weight and
transport dimensions;
4. 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
make sure that there are no bystanders near by, especially children;
5. When the engine is running, no person is allowed between the tractor
and the machine;
6. Noise – the equivalent sound pressure emission corrected by A
characteristics (LpA) does not exceed 70 dB;
7. 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;
8. It is only allowed to operate the hydraulic elements when no person
is nearby;
9. The hoses and pipes in the hydraulic lines must be checked on a
regular basis and replaced with new ones it they are damaged;
10. All hydraulic lines must be replaced every 6 years;
11. Lifting, lowering, folding, unfolding, and moving the machine should
be done slowly and without jerking movements;
12. Do not reverse the tractor or make turns when the machine is
lowered to its working position;
13. When turning, bear in mind that there are protruding elements in the
machine, the use of tractor's independent brakes must be avoided;
14. The user must check the tyre pressure on the tractor and on the
machine;
15. During transport no person should be allowed to stand on the
machine nor any load may be placed on it;
16. Any repairs, lubrication or cleaning of the service assembly required
during work may only be performed with the engine turned off and
the machine lowered;
17. Uncouple the machine only when its service assembly rest on stable
firm ground and the engine is off;
18. The machine may only be stored in its unfolded position and resting
on all service assemblies;
19. When not in use, the machine should be stored in places where it
cannot be accessed by unauthorised persons and animals;
20. During operation, use appropriate protective clothing and shoes with
anti-slip soles;
21. Follow the traffic code regulations and the manufacturer's
recommendations when travelling on public roads, see section 8.2;
22. Before entering public roads, perform a visual inspection of the
transported machine;
23. It is forbidden to operate the cultivator while under influence of
alcohol;
24. Do not leave agricultural equipment on slopes or any other terrain
inclinations without securing it against accidental rolling;
25. The machine must not be used by underage persons, especially
children;
26. Do not operate the cultivator while under the influence of drugs or
medicinal products with narcotic effects;
27. If injured (by laceration/cutting), administer first medical aid; if the
injuries are severe, immediately seek medical attention;
28. If involved in a collision or a traffic accident, call emergency services
and follow the road traffic regulations.
