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Operation manual - Spider ILD01
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rev. 07-01-01-2010
5.1 RECOMMENDED METODS OF OPERATION
This chart shows basic information about recommended methods of cutting grass in various types of terrain. It
also describes the correct procedure of anchoring the hydrostatic stabilizing winch. However current terrain and
climatic conditions may require different methods of operation than those shown in this chart. The operator is
always responsible for choosing the most suitable method of operation especially with regards to safety. In any
case it is always absolutely necessary to comply with all safety instructions listed in this Manual.
Chart of recommended methods of operation is placed together with the basic set of tools on the machine. See
chapter 11.24 Tools.
Always keep the tyres inflated to the
recommended pressure. Other values
may unfavourably influence the
driving characteristics. Maximum
pressure – 250kPa/2,5bar/36PSI
Check the blades. Blades must be
properly tightened. Blades must not
be bent and the edges must not be
damaged.
Check the fuel level
Check the overall condition of the
winch. The rope and the snap hook
must not be damaged.
On slopes never enter the area below
or directly above the machine.
Recommended method of cutting on
slopes up to 20 degrees provided the
operator is well acquainted with the
terrain and there is no risk of tipping
the machine over.
Recommended method of cutting on
slopes up to 35 degrees provided the
operator is well acquainted with the
terrain and there is no risk of tipping
the machine over.
On slopes exceeding 35 degrees always
use the stabilizing winch. On slopes
never enter the area below or directly
above the machine.
Recommended method of cutting
around trees on slopes up to 35
degrees.
Recommended method of cutting
around trees on slopes exceeding 35
degrees. On slopes exceeding 35
degrees always use the stabilizing
winch.
Recommended method of cutting
bushes on slopes up to 35 degrees.
Recommended method of cutting
bushes on slopes exceeding 35 degrees.
On slopes exceeding 35 degrees always
use the stabilizing winch.
Recommended method of cutting along roads. Never enter the area below or
directly above the machine. Danger of getting injured by objects thrown by the
blades. Carefully check the terrain in front of the mower.
Position of important components on the machine (air filter, spark plugs,
hydraulic by-pass allowing the disengagement of hydraulics and consequent
towing of the machine, fuse box, battery, tools)