FASTERHOLT FM4900H, User Manual

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!!! Important!!!
READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE USING YOUR IRRIGATOR!!
Operating instructions for Fasterholt FM4900H
Your new Fasterholt Irrigator is a Danish built machine, but even the best
machines only deliver top results when they are properly used and maintained.
To ensure that the machine complies with the EU Machinery Directive, it is
important to use the original machine parts. If non-original parts are used,
compliance will not be maintained and you will be responsible for your own
safety.
The irrigator is intended for irrigation with clean water from a drilled well or a
watercourse.
Safety instructions/warnings!!
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It is forbidden to stand on the machine during irrigation and transport
(risk of fatal injury).
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The guards are fitted for your own safety - please leave them in place.
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Remember to tighten the wheel bolts.
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When starting the machine on falling ground, you must be VERY careful
not to disconnect the tractor from the machine until the machine has
been put into gear, otherwise the machine may run away.
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If a rear wheel is removed, THE MACHINE MUST BE JACKED UP AND
VERY STABLE, because if it overturns, it will fall completely on its side.
W A R N I N G ! !
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To perform an EMERGENCY STOP, pull the cable for the miswinding bar
or press STOP on the COMPUTER.
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The gun must face out to the side when unwinding the machine.
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STAND ASIDE when the gun is operating.
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WARNING against contact with overhead power lines with the machine
or water jet. Avoid irrigation on or near power lines.
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During transport on uneven roads/fields, move VERY carefully according
to the conditions.
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Max. transport speed with water in the hose is 15 km/h.
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When parking the machine, use the wheel chocks mounted by the rear
wheels.
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DANGER!! Avoid welding in the paint layer! Before welding, remove all
paint from the welding area.
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Avoid inhalation of grinding dust.
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Hydraulic oil can be harmful to health:
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Skin contact may cause allergies.
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Inhalation of oil mist may cause lung disease.
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Leakage of oil under high pressure is dangerous, an oil jet can enter the
skin, eyes, etc.
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If a hydraulic system leak is found, stop the system immediately and
rectify the fault.
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Note that due to operation, the oil may be 70 degrees Celsius or even
hotter. This can lead to a risk of scalding during separation.
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IMPORTANT .Maximum battery charging power is 2 amps. Charging
more than 2 amps may cause the battery to crack. The battery must be
charged at a temperature between 0 °C and +40 °C. Avoid sparks and
flames on and around the battery.
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Do not short circuit the battery.
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Never disassemble the battery.
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If you come into contact with the battery's sulphuric acid, wash
immediately with water. If acid comes into contact with eyes, rinse
thoroughly with water and seek medical attention immediately.
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Pay attention to the battery compartment. If there are cracks,
deformities, electrolyte leakage, etc., replace the battery immediately.
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If the battery is dirty, clean it as soon as possible.
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Disposal of oil spills:
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If oil spills are found, they should be cleaned up immediately with rags
or oil absorbent powder.
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Spilled products, as well as rags and powder used for oil spills, must
be stored in sealed metal containers and delivered to the municipal
collection site.
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Batteries, hoses, tyres and other parts of the irrigation machine must be
disposed of at an approved recycling site.
If the machine is to be moved via public roads, it must first be drained of
water.
General safety