5. Always stop the tractor, set brake, shut off the tractor engine, remove the ignition
key, and allow spreader moving parts to come to a complete stop before
dismounting tractor. Never leave equipment unattended with the tractor running.
6. Never place hands or feet into hopper with tractor engine running or before you
are sure all motion has stopped. Stay clear of all moving parts.
7. Do not allow riders on the spreader or tractor at any time. There is no safe place
for riders.
8. Do not operate unless all personnel, livestock and pets are several meters away.
9. Before backing up, look behind carefully.
10. Install and secure all guards and shields before starting or operating.
11. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts.
12. Never operate tractor and spreader under trees with low hanging limbs.
Operators can be knocked off the tractor and then run over.
13. Stop spreader immediately upon striking an obstruction. Turn engine off, remove
key, inspect and repair any damage before resuming operation.
14. Stay alert for holes, rocks and roots in the terrain and other hidden hazards.
Keep away from drop-offs.
15. Use extreme care and maintain minimum ground speed when transporting on
hillside, over rough ground and when operating close to ditches or fences. Be
careful when turning sharp corners.
16. Reduce speed on slopes and sharp turns to minimise tipping or loss of control.
Be careful when changing directions on slopes. Do not start or stop suddenly on
slopes. Avoid operation on steep slopes.
17. Inspect the entire machine periodically
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. Look for loose fasteners, worn or broken
parts, and leaky or loose fittings.
18. Pass diagonally through sharp dips and avoid sharp drops to prevent "hanging
up" tractor and spreader.
19. Avoid sudden starts and stops while travelling up or downhill.
20. Always operate down slopes; never across the face. Avoid operation on steep
slopes. Slow down on sharp turns and slopes to prevent tipping and or loss of
control.
21. All remote control devices (cables, ropes, rods, flexible lines, etc.) should be
positioned in a way to prevent manoeuvres which could lead to accidents or
damages.
22. Before loading the fertiliser in the hopper read carefully the instructions printed
on the fertiliser canvas bag concerning the precautions to be taken in case of
toxicity or corrosivity of the product. Before loading switch off the engine and
remove the ignition key.
3.02 - Set-up
Notice to dealer:
pre-delivery set-up and service including lubrication is the
responsibility of the authorised dealer. It is up to him to assure that the machine is in
perfect condition and ready to be used. It is his responsibility to ensure that the
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See chapter 4 - Maintenance.
