Rauch 18.1, Operator'S Manual

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Safety
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3.4.3 Filling the single-disc spreader
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Never fill the spreader while the tractor engine is running. Prevent an uninten-
tional start of the tractor's engine by removing the ignition key.
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Use auxiliary equipment (e.g. bucket loader, feed screw conveyor, silo) to fill
the hopper of the single-disc spreader.
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Use a suitable platform when filling manually (e.g. filling with Bigpacks).
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Fill the hopper no higher than the top edge. Never exceed the maximum pay-
load.
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Only fill the hopper with the spreader hitched to the tractor.
3.4.4 Checks before start-up
Before the first and all subsequent operations, check the single-disc spreader to
make sure that it is safe to operate.
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Is all safety equipment on the spreader installed and functional?
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Are all fasteners and load-bearing connections tight and in good condition?
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Are the spreading disc and spreading vanes and their fixings in good condi-
tion?
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Are all catches securely fastened?
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Is anyone standing in the danger area of the single-disc spreader?
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Is the drive shaft cover in good condition?
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Check the height. The distance between frame and ground must not be great-
er than
120 cm .