sitrex GS 160, Use And Maintenance

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PRECISION ADJUSTMENT AND START-
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Now adjust the hay-guard and position it according to
the amount of hay which has to be collected. Then
fasten it into position with the special threaded pins.
If you wish to turn, air and loosen, the belt Rake
should be inclined as follows:
- completely lower one rear lever
- completely raise the other rear lever
- if the hay-guard has been mounted, it should
be removed.
5.5
The machine is supplied with a cast iron pulley with
two races in case the speed has to be varied
according to the quantity of hay.
5.6
Before starting work, the tractor driver should make
sure that:
- no animals, people or objects are within
range of the machine;
- the ground is not uneven and there are no
stones or solid objects which could shoot out
from under the machine.
5.7
Whilst working, the operator must constantly make
sure that no person or animal comes near the work
area.