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Environmental protection
Operating materials such as hydraulic oil, lubri-
cants, etc. can damage the environment and the
health of persons.
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Do not allow operating materials to drain out
into the environment.
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Take up drained operating materials with
absorbent material or sand, fill it into a leak
tight tank and dispose of in accordance with
statutory regulations.
Retrofitting and
conversions
Structural changes not approved by HORSCH
may affect the functionality and operational
safety of the machine and will void any warranty
claim.
HORSCH is not liable for damages to life and
limb as well as property damages resulting from
unapproved retrofitting and conversions.
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Do not perform any structural changes to the
pulling tool of the machine.
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Do not make any structural changes or ex-
tensions to the machine that have not been
approved by HORSCH.
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Modifications and extensions approved by
HORSCH are only to be performed at an au-
thorized workshop or by an operator who has
been trained by HORSCH for this purpose.
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Comply with country-specific instructions for
weights, weight distribution and dimensions.
For equipment influencing the weight or weight
distribution the regulations concerning towing
facility, support and axle load must be checked
and complied with.
For machines without brakes a brake system
may need to be retrofitted if the permissible
weight limits are exceeded.
In case of changes concerning data mentioned
on the type plate, a new type plate with updated
data must be attached.
In case of changes which concern the data in
the type approval, this type approval needs to
be renewed.
Care and maintenance
Inappropriate care and maintenance puts the
operational safety of the machine at risk. This
can lead to accidents with severe or even fatal
physical injuries.
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Conform to prescribed schedules for repetitive
tests or inspections.
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Service the machine according to the main-
tenance plan, see chapter “Care and mainte-
nance”.
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Only perform the work described in these
operating instructions.
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Before starting maintenance and service work
park the machine on level and firm ground and
secure it against rolling away.
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Depressurise the hydraulic system and lower
or support the implement.
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Prior to working on the electrical system,
disconnect it from the electric current supply.
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When performing welding work on the ma-
chine, disconnect the cables from computers
and other electronic components. The ground
connection must be as close as possible to the
welding point.
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Before cleaning the machine with high pres-
sure cleaner cover all openings, which should
stay clear of water, steam or cleaning agents
for reasons of safety or operation. Do not aim
the water jet directly at electrical or electronic
components, bearings or the fan. When clean-
ing with high pressure cleaning equipment or
steam jets keep a distance of at least 50 cm
to machine components.
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Hopper, metering units, hoses and coulters
are contaminated with fertilisers and dressed
seed. Wear suitable protective outfit when
cleaning. Avoid contact and do not breath
the exhaust air.
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