APV AS 1200 M1, Operating Manual

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Cleaning is recommended as specified in the maintenance instructions. The procedures in the
maintenance manual must be observed and personal protective equipment must be used.
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Working under the implement is forbidden.
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The implements and lines must be checked regularly by the operator (before every use) for any
fractures and cracks, chafe marks, leaks, loose bolts and connections, vibrations, unusual sounds,
and to ensure they function correctly.
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Safety glasses and hearing protection should be used.
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During assembly, the operator must ensure that the requirements for the tractor in terms of the power,
axle loads and weight distribution as specified in the operating manual are met and that the
connections specified in the operating instructions are made correctly.
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When mounting the implement, the operator must ensure that connections to the tractor hydraulic
system are clean and carefully connected.
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When performing the work passes, the tractor's forward speed must be maintained as specified in the
operating manual. This can be between 6 and 12 km/h.
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Additional lighting (e.g., flashlight) should be used for repair or maintenance work if necessary.
6.3 RISKS INVOLVED WITH USE (MOUNTED IMPLEMENT)
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Before mounting and dismounting implements on the three-point linkage, move the operating devices
into the position that excludes unintentional lifting or lowering!
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For three-point mounting, the mounting categories of the tractor and the implement must match or be
adapted!
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There is a risk of injury due to crushing and shearing points in the area of the three-point linkage!
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Do not stand between the tractor and the implement when actuating the external controls for the three-
point mounting!
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When the implement is in transport position, always ensure that the tractor three-point linkage is
sufficiently locked to the sides!
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When driving on roads with the implement lifted, the operating lever must be locked against lowering!
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When mounting the tined weeder, the operator must ensure that there is a metallic connection made
to the tractor.
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The operator must ensure that no one is standing close to the tined weeder when it or its components
are being moved by the tractor hydraulic system or when the side wings are being lifted or lowered.
Visual check by the driver!
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When driving on roads, which is only permitted with the tined weeder lifted and with folded side wings,
the control block on the hydraulic cylinder prevents lowering of the tined weeder as well as of the
folded up side wings (additionally secured with a chain). This is also ensured in case of failure of the
tractor hydraulic system.
6.4 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
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The hydraulic system is under high pressure!
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When connecting hydraulic cylinders and motors, the specified connection of the hydraulic hoses must
be observed!
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When connecting the hydraulic hoses to the tractor hydraulic system, make sure that the hydraulic
system on the tractor and implement side is unpressurised!
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For hydraulic function connections between the tractor and the implement, coupling sleeves and
connectors should be marked to rule out operating errors! If the connections are interchanged, the
function will be inverted (e.g. lifting/lowering)!
– Danger of accident!
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Inspect the hydraulic hose lines at regular intervals and replace in case of damage or wear! The
replacement lines must comply with the technical requirements of the implement manufacturer!
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Due to the risk of injury, use suitable tools when searching for leaks!
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Liquids escaping under high pressure (hydraulic oil) can penetrate skin and cause serious injuries!
Consult a doctor immediately in case of injury! (Risk of infection!)
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Before working on the hydraulic system, park the implement, depressurize the system and switch off
the motor!