
16
Driving and transport
16.1
Preparing the machine for road travel
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Comprima F 155 XC
Original Operating Instructions 150001050_01_en
16.1
Preparing the machine for road travel
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The machine is completely and correctly hitched to the tractor,
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The control units on the tractor are in neutral position and locked.
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The machine is shut down and safeguarded,
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All the guards are closed and locked.
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The wheel chocks are secured in the supports / holders on the machine,
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The support jack is in the transport position,
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The road lighting has been connected, tested and is functioning properly,
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The pick-up is fully raised in transport position,
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The bale chamber is empty and the tailgate is closed.
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Soiling and crop residue have been removed from the machine, in particular from the
lighting and identification elements.
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The tyres have no cuts and breaks.
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The tyre pressure is correct,
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The brake is functioning properly.
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For version with "Single axle with compressed air brake" or "Tandem axle with
compressed air brake"
: The brake force regulator has been set to full load (1/1),
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The permitted maximum speed of the machine is known and is maintained.
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The road travel screen is open,
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16.2
Parking the machine
Before uncoupling the machine from the tractor, completely close the tailgate.
Shut down and safeguard the machine,
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Bring the support jack in support position,
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On the tractor side remove the safety chain from the universal shaft, disconnect the
universal shaft and place in the universal shaft chain.
When using a safety chain as an additional safety precaution for trailed implements:
Remove the safety chain.
Disconnect the road lighting plug,
Remove the power supply cable for the terminal.
Disconnect the hydraulic hose lines and hook them into the support at the machine.
Fit the safety device which prevents unauthorised use and keep the key in a safe place,
Drive the tractor away carefully.
16.3
Securing the universal shaft
If the universal shaft is not connected to the tractor, it must be secured on the drawbar with the
universal shaft retaining chain or with the universal shaft bracket.