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2 | Safety and responsibility
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2.7.7 Technical limiting values
If the technical limiting values of the machine are not observed, the machine may
get damaged. This can lead to accidents with severe or even fatal physical injuries.
The following technical limiting values are of particular importance for safety:
• Permissible total weight
• Maximum axle loads
• Maximum drawbar load
• Maximum speed
See chapter Technical data, Type plate and Type approval.
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Also pay attention to the maximum loads for the tractor.
2.7.8 Use in the field
DANGER
No passengers are allowed to ride on the machine!
Ø Operate the machine only in reliable weather conditions.
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Check the area immediately around the machine (for children!) before driving
off and commissioning the machine. Ensure sufficient visibility.
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Check the condition of the cultivation tools and their mounting before use.
Ø Driving stability may be affected in the following situations, especially when
cornering: Driving at accelerated speed, along the contour line toward the
slope and on uneven terrain with longitudinal and lateral incline. Ensure suffi-
cient stability of the machine. Pay attention to the limiting values for the
tractor.
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Driving stability may be affected when using auxiliary equipment or, if permit-
ted, driving with filled seed hopper. Ensure sufficient stability of the machine.
Pay attention to the limiting values for the tractor.
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Do not remove any of the prescribed and supplied protective devices.
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Stay clear of the operating range of hydraulically operated parts.
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Do not drive backwards with the machine lowered. The components have only
been designed for forward travel in the field and may be damaged when re-
versing.
2.7.9 Changing equipment / wear items
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Only pulling tools may be attached that meet the technical requirements ac-
cording to these operating instructions. HORSCH does not assume any liability
for damages resulting from the attachment of non-fitting pulling tools as well
as incorrect mounting.
Ø For machines with valid type approval only pulling tools may be attached that
are covered by the type approval. Attaching pulling tools not covered by the
type approval will void the registration.
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Secure the machine against unintended rolling away!
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Secure raised frame parts under which persons will be present with suitable
supports!
Ø Caution! Danger of injury caused by projecting parts (e.g. coulters)!