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General safety instructions
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2.16.3 Electrical system
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When working on the electrical system, always disconnect the
battery (negative terminal).
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Only use the prescribed fuses. If fuses are used that are too
highly rated, the electrical system will be destroyed – risk of fire.
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Ensure that the battery is connected correctly - firstly connect the
positive terminal and then connect the negative terminal. When
disconnecting the battery, disconnect the negative terminal first,
followed by the positive terminal.
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Always place the appropriate cover over the positive battery ter-
minal. If there is accidental earth contact, there is a risk of explo-
sion.

Risk of explosion. Avoid sparking and naked flames in the area
of the battery.

The machine may be equipped with electronic components
whose function is influenced by electromagnetic interference
from other units. Such interference can pose risks to people, if
the following safety information is not followed.

If retrofitting electrical units and/or components on the ma-
chine with a connection to the on-board power supply, the
user is responsible for checking whether the installation
might cause faults on the vehicle electronics or other com-
ponents.

Ensure that the retrofitted electrical and electronic compo-
nents comply with the EMC directive 2014/30/EC in the ap-
propriate version and bear the CE mark.
2.16.4 Universal joint shaft operation

Use only the PTO shafts prescribed by the AMAZONEN-WERKE
factories, equipped with the proper safety devices.
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Also read and follow the operating manual from the PTO shaft
manufacturer.
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The protective tube and PTO shaft guard must be undamaged,
and the shield of the tractor and machine universal joint shaft
must be attached and be in proper working condition.

Work is prohibited while the safety devices are damaged.

You may install or remove the PTO shaft only after you have
done all of the following:

Switched off the universal joint shaft
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Switched off the tractor engine

Applied the parking brake

Removed the ignition key

Always ensure that the PTO shaft is installed and secured cor-
rectly.

When using wide-angle PTO shafts, always install the wide an-
gle joint at the pivot point between the tractor and machine.

Secure the PTO shaft guard by attaching the chain(s) to prevent
movement.