Safety
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Instructions in the event of malfunctions
In the event of a malfunction
Shut down,
Stop and secure the machine immediately.
Immediately rectify the faults, if you are qualified to do so, or
Commission an authorised dealer.
Operating a faulty machine can cause accidents or damage.
No persons in the working area
Ensure that no persons – children in particular – are present in the
slewing and working area of the machine. Persons could be caught by
the machine within this area. Accidents with serious or fatal injuries
may be caused as a result.
Safety for children
Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. Be
alert and shut down the machine if children are in the working area of
the machine. Prohibit children from playing on or around the machine
and from operating the machine.
Perfect working condition
Ensure that the tractor and the machine are always in perfect working
condition. Make sure that the tractor brakes work in synchronisation
with the machine. Also follow the instructions in your tractor's
operating manual.
Specified workwear
Do not wear baggy, loose-fitting or other unsuitable clothing. Loose
fitting items of clothing may become caught in rotating parts. Wear
workwear and protective clothing which is suitable for the working
environment and the operating conditions. Wear workwear and
protective clothing, as specified by the Accident Prevention and
Insurance Association. Serious or fatal injury can result.
No riding on the machine
Persons or objects must never be transported on the machine.
Carrying passengers – particularly children – on the machine is life-
threatening and prohibited. Serious or fatal injury can result.
Safe distance from raised and unsecured loads
Never work under suspended loads. Maintain a sufficient distance
from raised and unsecured loads. Serious or fatal injury may be
caused as a result.