Croplands SITREX FSP 100, Instruction Manual

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- ACCIDENT PREVENTION REGULATIONS
(
how to avoid ac-
cidents
)
• To avoid accidents, pay close attention to the warning notices affixed on the machine and
read this guide carefully.
• The use of the spreader is restricted to the functions, for which it has been designed and
which are described in the present guide. The manufacturer will not be held responsi-
ble for any damages to things or injuries to people caused by a wrong use of the
spreader.
• It is strictly forbidden to spread iron pieces, stones, gravel, glass and similar materials as
they may injure people and cause damages to things.
• Before starting the spreader, make sure all protection devices and guards are mounted
correctly.
• Make sure no bystanders (especially children) or animals are in the working area. This is
extremely important when the spreader is being used near public or easily accessible
roads.
• During work, wear close-fitting and laced-up garments, heavy safety shoes, safety gloves
and mask specially while spreading powdery fertilizers in windy weather.
• It is strictly forbidden to transport persons while the spreader is in operation or during
transfers.
• Note: when the spreader is attached to the tractor the blades are activated and start mov-
ing.
• After using the spreader, turn the engine off, apply the handbrake, lower the spreader to
the ground, disengage the P.T.O. and , if the hopper is still partially full, even the
product up in order to avoid accidental tipping.
• When travelling on public roads, connect the spreader to the tractor as described on
pag.12 of the present guide. A wrong connection may alter the vehicle stability. It is
necessary to abide by the national traffic code.
• We remind you that a careful operator is the best insurance against accidents.
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- USE OF THE MACHINE
It is possible to spread various types of fertilizers, seeds, salt and sand. The machine can
be attached to any type of self-propelled vehicle or tractor which is sufficiently powerful.
The quantity of the product scattered can be increased by means of the opening lever.
The quantity is increased by pushing the lever down and decreased by pulling it up. The
spread of the product is determined by the speed of the tractor.