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In accordance with the road safety regulations (Regulation of the Minister of
Infrastructure of 31.12.2002. Journal of Laws No. 32 of 2002 item 262)
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a unit
consisting of an agricultural tractor and the agricultural machinery that is
coupled with it must meet the same requirements as the tractor.
NOTE! The unit as a part of the vehicle protruding beyond the rear side
contour of the tractor obscuring the rear lights of the tractor poses a
danger to other vehicles on the road. It is forbidden to travel on public
roads without appropriate markings.
The manufacturer does not supply warning signs as standard equipment on the machine.
Warning signs are available commercially. The warning boards must be securely mounted
in the brackets and the plug connected to the socket of the tractor's electrical system.
Check the operation of the lights before starting the transport. After lifting the machine,
check the clearance under the lowest working elements, which should be at least 25 cm.
The permissible transport speed of the tractor with the machine is 15 km/h. It should be
reduced to 10 km/h on roads with poorer surfaces and 5 km/h on dirt roads. Extreme
caution should be exercised when passing and overtaking other vehicles, avoiding
obstacles and crossing large irregularities in fields and dirt roads.
3.5 Description of residual risk
Mandam Sp. z o.o. makes every effort to eliminate the risk of accidents. There is,
however, a residual risk that could result in an unfortunate accident. The greatest
danger occurs when:
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using the machine for purposes other than those described in the instructions,
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using the machine by minors, persons who are not authorised, who are ill or who
are under influence of alcohol or other drugs,
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persons and animals within the operating range of the machine are present,
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no caution is paid when transporting and manoeuvring the tractor,
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staying on the machine or between the machine and the tractor while the engine
is running,
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operating and failure to comply with operating instructions,
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driving on public roads.
3.6 Assessment of residual risk
Residual risk can be minimised by applying the following recommendations:
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prudent and unhurried operation of the machine,
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careful reading of operating instructions,
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keeping a safe distance from danger zones,
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prohibition on being on the machine and in the operating area of the machine
while the tractor engine is running,
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carrying out maintenance work in accordance with safety rules,
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use of protective clothing and, if working under machinery, a helmet,
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prevention of unauthorised access to the machines, especially by children.
4. Information on handling and use
Before starting the machine for the first time:
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refer to the operating instructions,
