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6.6
Collecting
Because of the strong suction effect produced by the rotor, the ma-
chine can also be used for collecting material which has already been
mowed or any other material lying loose on the ground. The speed of
the universal joint shaft and the forward speed must be adapted to the
weather conditions and material being collected.
6.7
Emptying the catcher
The catcher is fitted with an indicator which shows whether the catch-
er needs to be emptied (Fig. 6.3).
While the indicator is in the lower position, cuttings can continue to be
collected. When the pointer starts to approach or has reached the
upper position, the catcher must be emptied. The sensitivity of the
indicator is dependent on the type of the cuttings.
First, the machine is raised by the tractor's three-point hydraulic sys-
tem and rear running gear. The catcher is then tipped backwards
about its swivel axles by the cylinders mounted at the side. When
unloading on a slope, the machine must not be positioned across the
slope, in order to prevent the tractor and machine from tipping over.
Never unload on a side embankment.
Caution
Drive with great care if the catcher is raised.
