PRONAR ZKP800, Operator'S Manual, Page: 30 / 102

Pronar ZKP800 SECTION 2
2.6
PTO is disengaged,
tractor's engine is switched off,
parking brake is applied,
ignition key is removed from ignition switch.
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Before starting the tractor with the coupled rotary rake, make sure that PTO drive
in the tractor is disconnected.
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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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Install PTO shaft according to guidelines presented in the PTO shaft Operator's
Manual.
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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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Protect the PTO shaft covers against turning with the aid of small chains, which
should be secured to fixed structural elements of the rotary rake and tractor.
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After connecting shaft ensure that it is correctly and safely connected to the
tractor and to the rotary rake.
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Do NOT wear loose clothing, straps or whatever that may become wrapped round
the rotating drive shaft. Contact with rotating PTO shaft may cause severe
injuries.
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When working in limited visibility conditions, use the tractor's working lights to
illuminate the PTO shaft and its vicinity.
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Disconnect the drive shaft each time when it is not necessary to drive the
machine, or when the tractor and rotary rake are at an unsuitable angle to each
other.
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During transport the shaft must be stored in the horizontal position to avoid
damage to safety guards or other protection elements.
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Before starting PTO, make certain that the PTO rotation direction and rotation
speed are compliant with allowable rotation speed and rotation direction specified
for the machine.