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it is forbidden to stay between the tractor and the cultivator while the engine is
running,
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move forward, lift and lower the cultivator slowly and smoothly without sudden
jerks, making sure that nobody stays in the vicinity,
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do not stand on the machine or put any additional weight on it during operation or
transport,
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during u-turns, special care should be taken if there are bystanders in the vicinity,
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carry out any repairs, lubrication or cleaning of working parts only with the engine
switched off and the machine lowered and unfolded,
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when not in use, the machine must be lowered to the ground and the tractor engine
stopped, machines must be stored in such a way as to prevent injury to people and
animals,
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It is forbidden to turn or reverse with the machine lowered.
3.1.
Proper coupling and uncoupling of the machine to/from the tractor
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The attachment of the machine to the tractor must be made as specified,
remembering to secure the pins and to secure the suspension pins with split pins.
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When coupling the tractor to the cultivator, it is forbidden for persons to stay
between the machine and the tractor during this time.
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The tractor working with the cultivator must be fully operational. Coupling to a
tractor with a defective hydraulic system is prohibited.
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Make sure that the tractor with the attached unit is stable, and the tractor
steerability and stopping power can be maintained. The load on the front axle
cannot drop below 20% of the total load on the tractor axle – set of front-mounted
weights.
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In the resting position, the machine, when uncoupled from the tractor, should
maintain a stable equilibrium.
3.2.
Tyres
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Tyre pressures must not exceed those recommended by the manufacturer and it is
forbidden to transport the machine at too low a pressure. This may damage the
machine and cause an accident on large uneven surfaces and when driving too fast.
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Significantly damaged tyres (particularly profile damage) must be replaced
immediately.
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When replacing tyres, the machine must be secured against rolling.
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Repair work on wheels or tyres should be carried out by persons trained and
authorised for this purpose. This work should be carried out with appropriately
selected tools.
Each time the wheels are fitted, the tightness of the nuts should be checked after 50km.
3.3.
Hydraulic and pneumatic system
The hydraulic system is under high pressure. All precautions should be taken, in particular:
➢
do not connect or disconnect the hydraulic lines when the tractor's hydraulic system
is under pressure (hydraulics set to neutral),
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regularly check the condition of the connections and the hydraulic and pneumatic
hoses.
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the unit must be taken out of service while the hydraulic or pneumatic failure is
being rectified.
