horsch Maestro 24 SW, Operating Instructions Manual

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Pay attention to the permissible top
speed in accordance with the type ap-
proval for transport on public roads!
The specifications in the type approval
document or in the technical data are
decisive for the design dependent top
speed.
Always match the travel mode to the
road conditions to avoid accidents and
damage to the undercarriage.
Consider your personal abilities, carriage
way, traffic, sight and weather conditions.
Pay attention also to the notes in chapter
Commissioning !
The hydraulic cylinders on the undercar-
riage must be filled up with spacers, the
machine must be lowered on these spac-
ers.
Safety in operation
Commissioning
The operational safety of the machine cannot be
guaranteed without orderly performed commis-
sioning. 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 em-
ployee.
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The machine registration form must be com-
pleted and returned to HORSCH.
Only use the machine with all protective features
and safety relevant installations, such as e.g.
detachable safety features, in place and fully
functional.
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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 tyre pressure regularly.
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
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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 operating
fluids, visible damage or unexpected changes
in travel behaviour:
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Immediately shut down and secure the ma-
chine.
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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 you rectified by a
qualified expert workshop.
Coupling and unhitching
Faulty coupling of the machine and pulling tool
of the tractor causes dangers, which could result
in severe accidents.
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Caution with negative drawbar load!
With an empty hopper and under certain op-
erating conditions the machine may have a
negative drawbar load.
The rear axle of the tractor is unloaded. This
has a negative effect on the steering and
braking characteristics.
Caution when unhitching!
Always fold the wings in or rest them on the
ground beforehand.
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