Preparations in the field
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Checks
Carry out the inspection using the check list:
Before starting work
Is sufficient gear-box grease available?
Has the gear-box oil level been checked?
Have all lubrication points been lubricated in accordance with the
maintenance regulations?
Have all the connection lines been checked?
Have the side plates been swivelled into work position?
Is the Hydrolift unlocked?
Has the lift limiter been activated?
Has the working depth been set?
Has the danger zone been checked?
Switching on the
power harrow
On the field, switch the power harrow on as follows:
Lift the machine until all tools are lifted evenly off the ground
Switch on the tractor PTO and slowly increase the tractor motor
speed
Lower the machine to work position and slowly increase the tractor
motor speed further
Drive forwards and begin working
Continue increasing the tractor motor speed until you reach the
prescribed PTO speed
The driving speed is based on the following criteria:
•
Soil type
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Soil condition
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Desired level of comminution to be achieved for the soil
As a general rule, the greater the driving speed, the lower the quality
of the work.
Avoid high driving speeds
Never work at high driving speeds.
The machine may be damaged and produce substandard work.
