horsch 34362342, Operating Instructions Manual

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Parking brake
DANGER
Uncontrolled rolling of the machine can cause
severe injuries by crushing or rolling over.
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Park the machine only on level ground with
sufficient load bearing capacity.
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Secure the machine with wheel chocks against
rolling before releasing the brake.
Parking brake with crank handle
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Always apply the parking brake and secure
the machine against rolling away before park-
ing the machine.
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Always release the brake before longer peri-
ods of rest or at the end of the season. Brake
pads may otherwise stick to the drum and
make restarting of the machine more difficult.
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Always release the parking brake before
transport travels. The ropes must be relieved
and the wheels must be free to rotate.
Maintenance
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Check the function of the parking brake before
hitching up the machine.
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Where necessary adjust the cable or the
brake shoes.
Function of the breakaway brake valve
The valve has two positions:
A - operating position
B - emergency braking
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A B
Breakaway brake valve
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Manual brake releasing pump
Releasing pump
After emergency braking, the brake can also be
released again without a tractor.
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Turn the spring plug back to operating posi-
tion and operate the releasing pump, until the
brake is released.
Maintenance
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Check brake lines and hoses for signs of damage.
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Check the brake lining for wear.
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