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O
PERATOR’S MANUAL
SILAGE ROLLER
IMPACT
WARNING:
While in the transport position, check to ensure that there is sufficient lateral
locking for the machine.
During road transport, the linkage must be locked to ensure that accidental lowering of the
machine while in transport can not occur.
For road transport instructions, see section 7.2 of this operator’s manual
.
5.4.
Uncoupling the machine
1.
Only uncouple the machine on a sufficiently solid and dry surface.
WARNING:
Danger of tipping or slippage if the machine is uncoupled on surface that is
not solid. RISK OF INJURY!
2.
Lower the parking support. (Insert the pin and cotter pin after lowering)
3.
Remove the pressure from the tractor’s hydraulic system, disconnect the hose
s from the tractor,
if the machine is equipped with a silage edge compactor or sideshift.
4.
Replace the dust caps on the hydraulic couplings, as dust and dirt can damage the seals.
5.
Should the machine be equipped with lights or road lights, uncouple the electric connection.
6.
Loosen the top-link, by turning the adjustment spindle, until the top-link can be moved freely.
7.
Unlock the top-link and secure to the tractor aganst falling, according to the instructions found
in the operator’s manual for the tractor.
WARNING:
The top-link can cause serious injury if not properly secured!!
8.
Release the lower link locks in accordance with the operating instructions of the tractor,
following all established safety practices.
9.
Lower the linkage arms completely, and verify the stability of the machine.
10.
Make sure that the linkage arms are completely free of the machine, and then advance slowly
with the tractor.
IMPORTANT:
If the machine is not completely clear of the tractor linkage, advancing with the
tractor can cause serious damage.
5.5.
Functional test of the silage roller
NOTE:
Before starting to the use the silage roller, practice with the machine to
familiarize yourself with the behaviour of the silage roller. Become familiar
with all movements of the machine.
WARNING:
Check all settings on the device before starting work based on the
specifications in this operating manual. Deviations and misalignments can lead
to property damage and increased risk of accidents.