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SECTION 4 PRONAR PWP900
4.3
If all the above checks have been performed and there is no doubt as to the machine's good
technical condition, it can be hitched to tractor. Start the tractor's engine, check all systems
and perform a test run before beginning work. In order to inspect:
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hitch the tedder to tractor (see Section 4.2 „HITCHING THE ROTARY TEDDER TO
AGRICULTURAL TRACTOR”)
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lower the right and left tipping modules of the frame from transport position to working
position, level the tedder's rotors using the three point linkage so that spring tines do
not touch the ground,
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start PTO drive.
DANGER
Never exceed the PTO's rotational speed of 540 rpm. Otherwise, the rotary tedder may
get damaged.
Engage the tedder's drive for several minutes and check the following:
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that there is no knocking or noise in the drive system arising from scraping or grinding
of metal elements,
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correct rotation of tedding system.
The tedder's operation at no load should be smooth. Shaking of tedding mechanism and
whole machine is not acceptable, nor is changed noise and vibrations coming from loose nut
and bolt connections. After stopping tedder check the mounting of tedding springtines and
rotor arms. Check that the gear oil does not leak from the main transmission.
DANGER
Before using the tedder, the user must carefully read this operator's manual.
Careless and incorrect use and operation of the tedder, and non-compliance with the
recommendations given in this operator's manual is dangerous to your health.
The tedder must never be used by persons, who are not authorised to drive agricultural
tractors, including children and people under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.
Non-compliance with the safety rules of this Operator’s Manual can be dangerous to the
health and life of the operator and others.
Before starting the tedder, make sure that there are no bystanders in the danger zone.
If any faults are detected they must be identified and rectified. If a fault cannot be rectified or
the repair could void the warranty, please contact retailer for additional clarifications.