Safety
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Operation
Ensure that the machine is in proper working condition
Do not operate the machine unless it is in proper working condition.
Check all key components and their correct operation before use.
Replace defective components. Defective components can cause
material damage and personal injury.
Check the protective equipment
The protective equipment must not be removed or by-passed. Check
all protective equipment before using the machine. Unprotected
machine parts can cause serious or fatal injury.
Check the immediate vicinity
Check the area immediately surrounding the machine before driving
off, and continually during operation. Make sure that you have an
adequate view. Only begin work when the immediate vicinity is cleared
of any persons or objects. Serious or fatal injury may be caused as a
result.
Retighten all nuts, bolts and screws
Regularly check that nuts and bolts are correctly tightened. Retighten
bolts if necessary. Nuts and bolts can work loose through machine
use. The machine may be damaged or accidents caused as a result.
See »Tightening bolts«, page 92 for proper torque values.
The PTO shaft continues turning after it has been switched off
After the PTO shaft drive on the tractor has been switched off, the
machine continues to run due to the moment of inertia. Maintain a
sufficient safety distance until all moving parts have come to a
complete standstill. Otherwise, damage to the machine and serious or
fatal injury may be caused as a result.
Cornering and turning manoeuvres
Centrifugal forces are in operation during cornering. The machine's
centre of gravity at the rear of the tractor is displaced. Be aware of the
turning radius and the moment of inertia. A driving style which is not
adapted to conditions can cause accidents. Accidents with serious or
fatal injuries may be caused as a result.
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