PRONAR PRONAR PDT260, Operator'S Manual

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SECTION 2 Pronar PDT260; PDT260C, PDT300; PDT 300C, PDT340
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The machine may only be used when all the safety guards and other protective
elements are technically sound and correctly positioned. In the event of loss or
destruction of the safety guards, they must be replaced with new ones.
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Before hitching the machine to the tractor, check the technical condition of the
hitching system of the mower and the tractor.
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Be especially careful when hitching the machine to tractor.
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When hitching the mower, there must be nobody between the mower and the
tractor.
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To attach the machine to the tractor only the rear Three Point Linkage may be
used. After mounting the machine, check the safeguards.
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To mount machine on tractor use only genuine pins and safeguard cotter pins.
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Before hitching the mower check that both machines are in good technical
condition.
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When connecting the hydraulic lines, make sure that the hydraulic system is not
under pressure. If necessary, reduce pressure in the system.
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The machine may only be connected to the tractor by appropriately selected PTO
shaft recommended by the Manufacturer.
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The PTO shaft has markings on the casing, indicating, which end of the shaft
shall be connected to the tractor.
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The chains preventing the shaft cover from turning while the shaft is working,
shall be secured to a fixed element of machine structure.
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Do NOT use the securing chains to support the shaft while machine is parked or
being transported.
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The drive shaft must be equipped with a cover. Do NOT use the shaft with
damaged or missing guards.
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After connecting shaft ensure that it is correctly and safely connected to the
tractor and to the machine.
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Before starting PTO shaft make certain that the PTO rotation direction is correct.