Maschio GASPARDO AIRONE, Use And Maintenance

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USE AND MAINTENANCE
3.7 SAFE USE
WARNING
Safety standards: HOW TO AVOID ACCIDENTS
• To avoid accidents, pay close attention to the warning notices affixed on the machine and
read this guide carefully.
• The use of the spreader is restricted to the fuctions, for which it has been designed and which
are described in the present guide. The manufacturer will not be held responsible for any dam-
ages to things or injuries to people caused by a wrong use of the spreader.
• Before starting the spreader, make sure all protection devices and guards are mounted correctly.
• Make sure no bystanders (especially children) or animals are in the working area. This is extremely impor-
tant when the spreader is being used near pubblic or easily accessible roads.
• Minors (under 18) are not allowed to operate the spreader
• The spreader can be towed with every kind of tractor of suitable power, whose couplings are compatible
with those of the spreader and which is equipped with all P.T.O. and cardan shaft protection devices.
• Before connecting the P.T.O., make sure the revolution number of the tractor corresponds to that of the
spreader. In any case, never exceed 540 rpm .
• It is strictly forbidden to spread iron pieces, stones, grivel, glass and similar materials as they may injure
people and cause damages to things.
• Never load the hopper with wet products as they may obstruct the outlets.
• During work, wear close-fitting and laced-up garments, heavy safety shoes, and safety gloves and mask
especially while spreading powdery fertilizers in windy weather
• It is forbidden to transport people when the spreader is working as well as during transfers.
• During transfers, make sure the P.T.O. is disengaged.
• When travelling on public roads, connect the spreader to the tractor as described on the present guide. A
wrong connection may alter the vehicle stability. It is necessary to abide by the national traffic code.
• We remind you that a careful operator is the best insurance against accidents.
• The area the machine is used in should be considered a «DANGER ZONE» , especially for anybody not
trained in its use.
• Be careful of people and animals in the machine operating range: this is important when working on land
or roads open to the public
• When people are «exposed», i.e. are in the «DANGER ZONE», the operator must stop the machine in-
stantly, and possibly have the person removed.
• Whilst the machine is operating, operators must be in a position where they have full control of the ma-
chine so that they can take immediate action at any time and in any event.
• Check periodically the machine as a whole, and its safety devices, at regular intervals to ensure they are
intact
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