DEUTZ-FAHR AGROTRON 106 MK3, Workshop Manual

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SAFETY NOTES
To ensure that machines entrusted to Authorised Service Centres for repair or overhaul continue to function cor-
rectly, it is very important that all repair work is carried out in the prescribed manner.
The procedures for checks and repairs indicated in this manual are safe and effective.
Some of the operations described require the use of special tools and equipment: these tools have been designed for
a specific purpose and may ordered directly from the Manufacturers.
DO NOT USE MAKESHIFT TOOLS; not only is there is risk of personal injury, but such tools are rarely suited to the
purpose for which they are used.
To prevent injury to operators, the symbols and are used in this manual to indicate the safety precautions re-
quired. The warnings accompanying these symbols must always be adhered to carefully.
In potentially hazardous situations, always give priority to personal safety and take the necessary actions to eliminate
the danger.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
1 - Even if you have a thorough knowledge of the ma-
chine as regards its components, operation and
controls, always take particular care when carrying
out the following operations. Remember that the ma-
chine you are working on is in need of repair or over-
haul and consequently may not always behave as
expected.
2 - Before starting work, clean the machine thoroughly
to remove all mud, dust and road dirt.
Also clean the cab to remove all traces of oil, snow
and ice from the access steps and grab rails.
3 - When climbing up to or down from the cab, always
ensure you maintain three points of contact at a time
(foot or handholds) in order to keep your balance and
prevent accidental falls.
4 - Always take special care when carrying out fault di-
agnosis operations; these operations often require
two persons, who must never stand in front of the
wheels when the engine is running.
5 - When carrying out checks and repairs, wear close-
fitting clothing, safety goggles and protective gloves
that are suitable for the task (cleaning, draining flu-
ids, repairs).
When working near moving parts, long hair should
be gathered up and secured safely under a cap to
prevent the risk of entanglement and sever injury.
6 - Do not allow anyone who is not directly involved in
the work to come near the machine; ensure that they
remain at a safe distance.
7 - Keep well clear of moving parts; when the engine is
running, some moving parts are not easily visible and
therefore present a risk of entanglement, even if pro-
tected by safety guards.
8 - Ensure that the area is well ventilated before starting
the engine in order to avoid the formation of danger-
ous concentrations of toxic gases; always connect
suitable fume extraction equipment to the exhaust
pipe.
9 - Under no circumstances start the engine with the
safety guards removed; all repair and adjustment
operations must be carried out with the engine
stopped.
10 - Do not top up fuel, oil or coolant levels when the en-
gine is running.
11 - Never smoke and ensure there are no naked flames
nearby when topping up fuel or oil.
Always remove the battery from the machine before
recharging.
12 - Before checking or removing the battery, stop the
engine and remove the key from the starter switch.
13 - Remove the battery and recharge in a well-ventilated
area where the temperature exceeds 0°C.
14 - When checking or recharging the battery, do not
smoke or allow naked flames in the vicinity as the hy-
drogen gas given off by the battery is highly explo-
sive.
15 - The liquid (electrolyte) contained in the battery is very
harmful if it comes into contact with the skin and the
eyes; for this reason, always wear gloves and safety
goggles with side shields when checking or topping
up the battery.
Should any electrolyte accidentally come into con-
tact with your skin, wash the affected parts imme-
diately with copious amounts of water. If electrolyte
comes into contact with your clothing, this should be
removed as soon as possible.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES