FENDT 916 Vario, Operating Manual

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Safety and accident prevention regulations
Safety signs on the machine must be replaced if damaged or lost.
WARNING:
Before every operation, check the tractor for road worthiness and operational safety.
Carefully read the Manual and observe all safety instructions.
General safety and accident
prevention regulations
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Carrying passengers
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1. Follow the general safety and accident
prevention regulations, as well as the safety
information in this manual.
2. When driving on public roads, follow the usual
traffic regulations!
3. Before starting work, familiarise yourself with
all operating controls and their functions. Don't
wait until after you have started working!
4. Start the engine from the driver seat only. Do
not attempt to start by shorting across the
starter terminals, as this can cause the tractor
to move immediately!
5. Before starting up, check the area is clear (e.g.
children). Ensure that nothing obstructs vision.
6. Never leave the engine running in a confined
space!
7. The driver should wear close-fitting clothing.
Avoid wearing loose-fitting garments!
8. Take extra care when handling fuel - serious
fire hazard. Never re-fuel in the presence of
sparks or naked flames. Do not smoke when
re-fuelling.
9. Before re-fuelling, turn off the engine and
remove the ignition key. Do not re-fuel in
confined spaces. Clean up spillages
immediately!
10. To avoid fire hazard, keep the tractor clean.
11. Beware of leaking brake fluid and battery
acid (these are toxic and corrosive).
1. Passenger should be carried only if the tractor
is fitted with an appropriate passenger seat.
2. Do not carry passengers in any other other
circumstances.
Driving the tractor
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Front loader operation
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1. Driving speed must always be adapted to the
current situation. Avoid sudden cornering
when driving uphill or downhill, or across
gradients. Disengage the differential lock
when cornering. Never disengage the clutch to
shift gears when travelling downhill!
2. Make sure all trailers and implements are
properly hitched. Driving characteristics,
steering and braking are affected by mounted
implements, trailers and ballast weight.
Therefore, always ensure that there is
adequate steering and braking capacity.
3. Observe the maximum permissible gross
vehicle weight, axle loads and tyre load
capacity, especially if heavy implements are
attached.
4. When negotiating bends with implements
connected or hitched up, always allow for the
overhang and oscillating weight of the
implement.
1. Never allow anyone to stand in the hazard
area, or within the working range of the front
loader. Keep the area clear of bystanders at all
times. Do not operate the front loader unless
there is a clear view of the entire working area
- illuminate the area if necessary.
2. It is not permitted to use the standard loader
(as supplied) as a working platform. If using
the loader with a special working platform,
additional safety measures are required.
3. Do not handle round bales, pallets etc. unless
the loader is suitably equipped for this
purpose. If loading objects that cannot be
secured and may fall off, do not use the front
loader unless the driving seat is protected by a
robust canopy.