Farmi Forest W35R, Operation, Maintenance And Spare Parts Manual

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10. Perform a safety check on the machine before every use. If you observe any faults or deficiencies, repair the
machine immediately.
11. Before operating the machine, ensure that there are no foreign articles in it.
12. Place the machine on a hard, level surface for operation. In the winter avoid working in slippery areas.
13. Before mounting and using the machine, check the PTO drive shaft for correct condition and machine.
14. Never use a faulty or deficient machine.
TRANSPORT
1. Before driving with the tractor, ensure the safe mounting of the winch. Make sure that the journals are seating
correctly and that the pins are tight. Check the tension of the lower link stabilizers.
2. Before driving with the tractor, make sure that the required lamps and reflectors as well as the slow moving
vehicle sign are attached correctly. Moreover, the lamps should be checked for correct functioning.
3. Before driving with the attached winch, make sure that the hydraulic unit of the tractor is depressurized (unless
otherwise instructed in the operating instructions).
4. When driving on public roads, always observe the valid traffic regulations. The travel speed must be adapted to the
specific conditions.
5. When driving, please take into consideration the additional mass resulting from the machine ’s weight. It may
affect the reactions, the steerability and the braking function of the tractor.
6. Please note that the machine rear sways when turning.
7. Pay attention to the machine ’s height near bridges or ot- her height restricting objects.
8. When backing off, the machine may obstruct the rear view. Exercise extreme caution. If necessary, ask a flagman
to help you; he can indicate the required distances.
9. It is prohibited for other people to ride on the winch.
OPERATION
Many occupational accidents take place in abnormal circumstances. Therefore, it is
important to take into account all the possible circumstances that may arise during
operation of the machine.
DANGER
The machine ’s operator must have constant, unobstructed visibility of the work
area. If this is not possible, the operator must work with an assistant.
WARNING
1. Depending on the machine ’s type, it will have diverse safety devices and protectors. These are meant to protect
the machine and its operator, and they must never be removed or altered. Never start up or use the machine
without all the safety devices and protectors in place. Also check the universal jo int’s safety equipment and joints.
2. Never insert any body part into the machine with the engine running.
3. If any faults arise that may jeopardize occupational safety, turn off the machine.
4. During operation, the machine ’s operator is responsible for safety in the whole work area. Work may not
be carried out in the presence of any factors that jeopardize occupational safety.
5. Exercise extreme caution when hitching/unhitching the machine from a tractor/trailer.
6. Look out for moving parts when the machine is in operation.
7. Secure the machine against unauthorized and accidental operation (e.g. moving when parked) whenever it is left
unattended.