Claas LEXION 570 Montana, Operator'S Manual

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0299 767.0 - BA LEXION 570 Montana
4.1.1
Safety Rules
SAFETY RULES
Before putting the machine into operation, read the
operator's manual and follow the safety precautions.
Identification of warning and danger signs
All parts of this manual having to do with your safety
or the safe operation of the machine are marked
with the following signs. Please pass all safety
instructions on to other users, too.
DANGER!
Sign to indicate instructions which must
be observed. Failure to do so would cause
danger to life and limb to the operator and
the people around him.
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Preventive measures
ATTENTION!
Sign to indicate instructions which must
be observed. Failure to do so could result
in damage to the machine.
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Measures to prevent damage to
the machine.
NOTE!
Sign to indicate instructions for a more
efficient and economic use of the machine.
CAUTION!
Sign to indicate instructions to be followed
during disassembly / assembly.
ENVIRONMENT!
Sign to indicate instructions which must
be observed in order to avoid damage to
the environment.
Danger to the environment is caused by
irregular handling and incorrect disposal of
toxic material (e.g. old oil).
The warning and instruction signs placed on the
combine provide important recommendations for
safe operation. These instructions involve your
safety – observe them at all times!
Intended use
This self-propelled combine is designed solely for
use in customary agricultural operations (intended
use).
Use in any other way is considered as contrary to
the intended use. The manufacturer accepts no
liability for any damage or injury resulting from this
misuse and these risks must be born solely by the
user.
Compliance and strict adherence to the conditions
of operation, service and repair as specified by the
manufacturer also constitute essential elements for
the intended use.
This combine should be operated, serviced and
repaired only by persons familiar with all its
particular characteristics and acquainted with
the relevant safety rules (accident prevention).
The accident prevention regulations, all other
generally recognised regulations on safety and
occupational medicine and the road traffic
regulations must be observed at all times.
Fitting and retrofitting of ancillary equipment which
is not originally manufactured by CLAAS, and, in
addition, also modifications and changes may only
be carried out with the consent of CLAAS, as any
such actions may have considerable adverse
effects on the safety and operational function of
the machine.
Any arbitrary modifications carried out on the
machine will relieve the manufacturer of all liability
for any resulting damage or injury.
General safety and accident prevention
regulations
1. In addition to the instructions contained in this
operator's manual, also observe the general
safety and accident preventive regulations.
2. Always comply with local traffic regulations
when driving on public roads.
3. Before starting work, familiarize yourself with
all the controls and instruments and their
functions. During work or road travel it is
too late.
4. Before starting the engine ensure that all
guards are installed and in their correct
position.
Safety Rules