Operator’s manual
Twin-rotor rotary rake
Z2-780; Z2-840
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The bolts and other fasteners have to be periodically checked and, if necessary, tightened or
replaced. DO NOT work with damaged or worn fasteners.
Never lift the rake on tractor linkage when the drive is operating and the units are working.
When operating the rake, the tractor should always be equipped with operator protection that is
required by laws and regulations.
Never start the rake when its rotors are off the ground.
Before you start the tractor make sure that all drives are turned off and the levers that turn the
hydraulics are in neutral position.
Never leave the tractor’s engine running without supervision. Before you leave the tractor,
lower work assemblies in the ground, turn off the engine and put off the key from tractor’s
ignition switch.
Do not approach moving jointed connections of hitches when in operation.
DO NOT operate the rake when driving the tractor backwards.
Permissible inclination of the rake on a slope when working and during transport is 8°.
Exceeding this incline can result in rake tipover.
Keep away from the area between tractor and the machine, before tractor-rake set is secured
against moving by the tractor’s brake.
Prior to approaching operation with the machine, make sure that all safety guards are not
damaged and fitted in place. It is forbidden to operate with missing or damaged guards
.
Pressure in the machine's wheels should be check regularly and held constant.
Repair works at wheels should be carried out by personnel who are trained and competent in
this respect, using appropriate tools.
In the event of any break in the equipment operation, turn off the drive.
Bear in mind that when operating and transporting the machine in areas where high voltage
lines are present, special caution should be exercised due to possibility of contacting the
aggregate with the lines.
Due to risk of tipping, it is not permissible to fold rotors for work on cants (across the slope).
Setting the machine should be performed on an even ground or upwards/down the slope.
If any maintenance must be done under an elevated rake, it must be blocked or otherwise
secured against falling.
When the parts of the rake need replacement, use only original spare parts as described in the
spare parts list. Pay particular attention to PTO shaft’s guards and rake’s and tractor’s shaft
guards.
The rake should be stored under a roof and in a way as to not be hazardous to both people or
animals.
In the event of an accident involving this rake in a field or on a road, follow all applicable first
aid procedures and contact SaMASZ technical service.
When used in storm, the machine is exposed to lightning.
Rake should be kept clean, so as to avoid danger of fire.
Allow no person and object to remain on the machine when driving or transporting.
When taking turns pay particular attention and consider weight and dimensions of the machine.
