1. INTRODUCTION
SAFETY –JF– MOWERS
CHOICE OF TRACTOR
Always follow the recommendations specified in the instruction manual of the tractor.
If this is not possible, technical assistance must be sought.
Choose a tractor with a suitable power on the PTO. To obtain full capacity under all
conditions, we recommend you to choose a tractor which has 15 kW more than the
informed minimum.
If the power of the tractor is considerably larger than that, the machine
should be secured against overload with a suitable clutch on the PTO.
If you have chosen a machine which is constructed for 540 rpm, you
should make sure not to use the wrong PTO by mistake. It is highly
dangerous to connect a machine intended for 540 rpm, to a PTO
delivering 1000 rpm.
Long-term overload may damage the machine and at worst result in
ejection of parts.
Choose a tractor with a suitable own weight and track width so that it can drive
steadily on the ground. Also make sure that the link arms and towing hook of the
tractor are intended to carry machines with the own weight in question.
To maintain full control of the tractor under all conditions, minimum 20 % of the own
weight of the tractor should be on the front axle. It may be necessary to use front
weights to fulfil this requirement.
Always choose a tractor with a closed cabin when working with a disc mower.
The hydraulic system of the tractor should deliver a pressure of maximum 210 bar.
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