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Page 6.4 of 6.5 pages
Original instructions (ENGLISH)
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6.4.5
Transportation to work site
With the PTO shaft correctly connected, raise the machine to a safe transport position. Lock the lift arm stop in
this position. Check that there is no lateral movement on the machine when it is in the raised position. Adjust the
tractor stabiliser chains (or bars) if required.
CAUTION: Raising the tractor lift arms too high may cause damage to the P.T.O. shaft if the tractor was to drive
over any bumps and the machine was to bounce on the lift arms.
Before Driving on public roads, the machine should be raised on the lift arms to the transport position and the
following checks made;
Is the machine correctly coupled with all
6.4.5.1
securing pins and clips in position?
Does the machine have any loose or
6.4.5.2
unsecured parts?
Does any part of the machine protrude
6.4.5.3
beyond the width of the tractor?
Are the
tractor’s lights, indicators and
6.4.5.4
beacon working correctly and are they all
clearly visible?
Are there any bystanders or children in
6.4.5.5
the immediate area? If so, ask them to
clear the area before moving off.
Figure 6.5
6.4.6
Driving on Public Roads
DANGER!
Carrying passengers on the machine is strictly prohibited.
WARNING!
Read all the safety instructions carefully before driving on the public road. This will ensure that
dangerous situations and accidents are avoided. Lack of information can cause accidents.
Comply with the local law concerning lights, warning and safety signs. The driver and/or the owner of the
machine has the responsibility of complying with the local Road Traffic Acts.
The tractor's manoeuvrability should not be adversely affected. The steering axle of the tractor should be loaded
with at least 20% of th
e tractor’s dead weight.
Before driving off and whilst driving on public highways continue to monitor the following points;
Check the area around the machine before you start.
6.4.6.1
Be aware of children in the danger area of the machine.
6.4.6.2
Do not exceed 30 km/h.
6.4.6.3
Adjust the speed according to the road conditions.
6.4.6.4
Avoid sudden sideways movement with the machine attached.
6.4.6.5
Make sure that steering and braking ability are not compromised.
6.4.6.6
Take care when turning corners, as the machine may swing out into the path of other road users.
6.4.6.7
6.4.7
Cutting deployment and retraction
For machines where the cutting height has already
been set, then to lower the machine from the
transport position into the working position, first
ensure that the machine and the PTO shaft have
been correctly connected to the tractor. (For further
information refer to machine preparation section.)
Visually confirm that the chosen location for
deployment or retraction of the arm has plenty of
clear space for the manoeuvre.
Figure 6.6
