Coupling and unhitching
Faulty coupling of the machine to the pulling tool
of the tractor causes dangers, which could result
in severe accidents.
¾
Strictly comply with all operating instructions:
•
These operating instructions (Chapter
Con-
necting
,
Transport position
and
Parking
)
•
Operating instructions of the tractor
¾
Exercise special caution when reversing the
tractor. Never stand between tractor and
machine.
¾
Only park the machine on a firm and level sur
-
face. Before unhitching the towed machine,
lower it to the ground.
¾
Secure the machine against rolling away.
Hydraulics
The hydraulic system is under high pressure.
Escaping fluid can penetrate the skin and cause
serious injuries. In the event of injury, consult a
doctor immediately.
The machine's hydraulics has several functions,
which can cause injury to persons or damage to
the machine if operated incorrectly.
¾
Connect the hydraulic hoses to the tractor only
when the hydraulics on tractor and machine
are depressurised.
¾
Lower all hydraulically lifted parts (e.g. wings,
packer, undercarriage, etc.) to the ground
before performing any work on the hydraulic
system. Depressurise the hydraulics on the
tractor and implement side.
¾
The hydraulic system is under high pressure.
Check all lines, hoses and screwed con-
nections regularly for leaks and any visible
external damage!
¾
Use only appropriate means when searching
for leaks. Repair any damage immediately!
Oil sprays can cause injuries and fire!
¾
Power sockets and connectors on the hydrau-
lic connections should be marked in order to
exclude operating errors.
¾
In the case of injury, contact a doctor imme-
diately!
¾
Secure and lock the control unit on the tractor
if not in use!
¾
Replace hydraulic hoses at the latest after six
years, see
Maintenance overview
.
Pressure accumulator
The hydraulic system may be equipped with
pressure accumulators.
¾
Do not open or work (welding, drilling) on
pressure accumulators. Even when empty,
the tanks are still preloaded by gas pressure.
The hydraulics must be depressurized before
maintenance!
PTO-shaft / propshaft
Persons can be caught, pulled in and seriously
injured by the rotating PTO-shaft or propshaft.
Before
switching on the PTO-shaft:
¾
Make sure that the PTO-shaft guard is in place
and functional.
¾
Make sure that the chosen rotary speed and
the sense of rotation of the propshaft or PTO-
shaft correspond with the permissible values
for the machine.
¾
Make sure that no persons are inside the dan-
ger zone around the PTO-shaft or propshaft.
Never switch on or couple the PTO-shaft while
the tractor motor is shut down.
¾
Shut down the PTO-shaft if the angles are too
large. The machine could become damaged.
Parts may be thrown off and injure persons.
¾
Switch off the PTO-shaft if it is no longer
needed.
¾
Ensure sufficient overlapping of profile tube
and PTO-shaft guard.
¾
Allow PTO-shaft locks to click into place.
¾
Secure the PTO-shaft guard with chains
against rotating.
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