Parking and storage
87
Uncoupling the
machine
Uncoupling the machine is carried out in the reverse order to coupling
the machine to the tractor. Proceed as follows:
Chapter »Coupling the lower link«, page 45.
Bring the machine into the transport position.
Set the machine down on a firm, level surface and lower it to the
work position.
Shut off the engine, set the parking brake, remove the ignition key
and secure the tractor against rolling away.
Secure the machine against rolling away by using wheel chocks.
Detach the PTO shaft, place it in the park position provided and
secure it with the chain.
Close the ball valve.
Release the hydraulic connections and insert them into the parking
pockets on the machine.
Secure all tine supports which have tips that point at right angles to
the direction of travel and which are at a height of less than 2
metres with tine covers.
Disconnect the lighting plug and place it into the storage pocket on
the machine.
Wind the electric cables onto the hook.
Stow the pilotbox securely on the machine.
Lower the parking stand and secure with pins.
Lower the lower link until the parking stand rests safely on the
ground.
Release the latch between lower link and attachment carrier.
Unhitch the machine.
Switch on the tractor.
Release tractor from machine.
Drive tractor forward.
Shut off the engine, set the parking brake, remove the ignition key
and secure the tractor against rolling away.
After the end of
the season
After the end of the season and if the machine is to be stored for a long
period of time, perform the following work:
Clean the machine thoroughly.
Check all the screw joints and tighten the screws.
See »Tightening bolts«, page 92 for proper torque values.
Repair or replace any damaged components.
Repair any paint damage.
Lubricate the machine in accordance with the lubrication schedule.
Preserve the piston rods of the hydraulic cylinder.
Check the tire pressure.
Replace missing warning signs and DANGER, WARNING and
CAUTION labels.
Parking pockets
Attachment carrier
Parking stand
