Safety in operation
Commissioning
The operational safety of the machine cannot
be guaranteed without an orderly performed
commissioning. This can lead to accidents with
severe or even fatal physical injuries.
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The machine must only be put into operation
after receiving instructions by employees of the
authorized dealer or a HORSCH employee.
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The machine registration form must be com-
pleted and returned to HORSCH.
All protective features and safety equipment,
such as detachable protective devices (wheel
chocks, etc.), must be correctly in place and
reliably functioning before the machine is put
into operation.
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Check nuts and bolts, especially the ones on
wheels and cultivation tools regularly for tight
fit and retighten if necessary.
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Check the tyre pressure at regular intervals,
see maintenance overview.
Damage to the machine
Damage to the machine can impair the op-
erational safety of the machine and cause ac-
cidents. This can lead to severe or even fatal
physical injuries.
The following machine parts are particularly
important for safety:
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Hydraulics
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Brakes (if available)
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Connecting features
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Protective features
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Lighting
If in doubt about the safety relevant status of the
machine, e.g. in case of leaking out operating
fluids, visible damage or unexpected changes
in travel behaviour:
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Immediately shut down and secure the machine.
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If possible locate and rectify the faults by fol-
lowing these operating instructions.
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Rectify possible causes for damage (e.g. re-
move coarse dirt and tighten loose screws).
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Have damage, that could affect safety and
that cannot be rectified by yourself, rectified
by a qualified expert workshop.
Hitching and unhitching
Faulty coupling of the machine to the pulling tool
of the tractor causes dangers, which could result
in severe accidents.
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Strictly comply with all operating instructions:
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These operating instructions
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Operating instructions of the tractor
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Exercise special caution when reversing the trac-
tor. Never stand between tractor and machine.
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Only park the machine on a firm and level sur
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face. Before unhitching the towed machine,
lower it to the ground.
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Secure the machine against rolling away.
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