Use and operation
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7.1.7
Conducting a trial run
After the machine is set up and prepared and before work begins, a trial run must be conducted in
unloaded condition
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Objective
Check to ensure the machine is set up correctly and functioning properly.
Prerequisites
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Machine is ready for operation
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Machine is fully set up
Familiarise yourself with the basic safety instructions (see section 2) and the
instructions for first-time start-up (see section 5.1) before the trial run and take
all the safety precautions listed in these sections.
Procedure
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Turn on the machine as specified.
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Perform all functions of the machine individually.
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Correct the settings (e.g. potentiometer) if necessary.
Conduct a brake test with the machine in both empty and laden condition to
establish the braking behaviour of the tractor and coupled machine. We
recommend that brake matching be carried out between the tractor and
machine by a specialist workshop to ensure optimum braking performance and
to minimise wear of the brake linings.
7.1.8
Uncoupling the trailer
Follow the instructions in sections 7.1.1 to 7.1.5 in reverse order.
You must also observe the safety information in section 7.1.
