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CAUTION! MANDAM grants a 5-year warranty on maintenance-free hubs
subject to the following conditions:
- the principle is observed of the working disc replacement in case of their
wear, which may not exceed the diameter of 490 mm for Ø560 mm and 550
mm for Ø610 mm discs,
- original MANDAM discs are used,
- the permissible working depth, which is 12 cm for Ø560 mm discs and 15
cm for Ø610 mm discs, is not exceeded,
- the principle is observed of no turning manoeuvre of the harrow when it is
in the working position (working discs recessed in the soil).
CAUTION! The disc harrow is designed for agricultural use only. Using the
implement for tasks that differ from the intended use shall be regarded as
misuse, resulting in loss of warranty. Failure to follow the guidelines included
in this instruction manual shall be regarded as misuse.
CAUTION! The manufacturer shall not be liable for any damage arising out of
misuse.
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General safety information
The disc harrow can be started, operated and repaired only by persons familiar
with its operation and with the operation of the attached tractor as well as knowing the
rules of safe operation and maintenance of the implement.
The manufacturer shall not be liable for any unauthorised alternation of the harrow. Only
genuine MANDAM spare parts shall be used during the warranty period.
The disc harrow must be operated with all precautionary measures and due care, in
particular:
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before every start-up check the disc harrow and the tractor, make sure that their
conditions guarantee safety of traffic and operation;
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minors, disabled or intoxicated persons (under the influence of alcohol or drugs)
must not operate the machine,
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during operation and maintenance wear working clothes, footwear and gloves,
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do not exceed the maximum axle loads and transport dimensions,
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use only original cotter pins and pins,
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do not approach the disc harrow while it is being lifted or lowered,
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do not stay between the disc harrow and the tractor when the engine is running,
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drive away with the implement, lift and lower it slowly and smoothly, without
jerking, making sure no outsiders are in the area,
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do not reverse and make U-turns when the implement is lowered to the working
position,
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when making U-turns do not use independent tractor brakes;
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during the operation and travel do not stand on the implement and do not put
additional loads onto it;
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while making U-turns, pay due caution if anyone is in the vicinity,
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never use the disc harrow on slopes with the inclination exceeding 12°,
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any repairs, lubrication or cleaning of working components may be performed as
long as the engine is not running and the implement is lowered and unfolded,
