KEENAN
MechFiber400 Operator’s Manual
Revision G02 28
th
Sept 2020
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The following safety points are general guidelines. Given the wide variety of possible operating
conditions, other safety risks that are not listed here may exist.
a)
Always park the diet feeder on level ground and apply the handbrake when not in use.
b)
Do not exceed 15 km/h (10 mph) when in use/transit. Local road traffic laws will apply
when machine is in transit on public roads, on which the maximum permissible speed is
25 km/h. Exceeding this will compromise the life and safety of major components, such
as the hitch, axle, wheels and chassis.
c)
Ensure the VFC-door is closed and all feed-out trays/elevators are in the
closed/transport position prior to use on a public road.
d)
When turning, exercise extreme caution for any potentially overtaking traffic on either
side.
e)
Do not stand on the ladder whilst the feeder is in transit.
The diet feeder should never
be used for the transport of people, animals or objects.
f)
Do not stand between the tractor and diet feeder while it is in use.
g)
Only use a PTO shaft with a properly fitted safety guard and the correct shear bolt.
h)
Always connect the PTO shaft with the shear bolt end to the machine. The operating
speed of the PTO is 540 rpm and the direction of rotation is marked on the front cover.
Always use a well-maintained PTO shaft and keep the safety covers in good condition.
i)
Ensure all trailing leads, hoses, etc. are well clear of the PTO.
j)
Never operate the PTO in “ground speed mode” or drive the PTO in reverse.
k)
Make sure all covers/guards are fitted and closed correctly. Never remove guards when
the diet feeder is connected to the tractor.
l)
Ensure the diet feeder and the immediate area surrounding it is clear of people,
especially children, before commencing operation. Ensure that there is sufficient
visibility for the operator to observe all danger zones and that the tractor is equipped
with mirrors to enable the operator to see both sides of the machine while it is in
operation.
m)
When connecting the tractor to the diet feeder, only connect using the ring hitch/hitch
on the diet feeder to ensure safe coupling. Ensure that the hitch is connected properly
to the tractor and that all pins and clips are properly installed. Then, connect the PTO
shaft in the correct fashion. Connect the hydraulic hoses, ensuring that the functions
match the indicated valve on the tractor.
n)
When disconnecting, always ensure that a stand or jack is used to secure the diet feeder
in the park position and that the handbrake is properly applied. Before driving the tractor
away from the diet feeder, ensure that all hoses and cables are disconnected.
o)
Load only from the side indicated (see Figure 7; auger chamber side), using suitable
equipment.
p) Standing level with or above the machine to load manually is not permitted.
Loading should only be carried out with the suitable equipment.
q)
inspect all chains (at least weekly), sprockets and moving parts for wear, and check all
nuts and bolts for tightness.
r)
The ladder on the rear of the diet feeder is to be used as a viewing point for the mixing
chamber. It should not be used as a means of access to the mixing chamber, nor to the
body of the machine. It is strictly forbidden to climb on the upper brim of the machine
