TWIGA CLASSIC S50
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Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for attachment and removal of
machine from the tractor are warning signs to alert others to the type of
machine working in the vicinity. Signs should be placed at both ends of
the work site and should be in accordance with Department of
Transport recommendations.
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Ensure flails are of the type recommended by the manufacturer, are
securely fitted and are undamaged.
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Ensure hydraulic pipes are correctly routed to avoid damage from
chafing, stretching, pinching or kinking.
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Disengage the machine, stop the engine and remove the key before
leaving the tractor cab for any reason.
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Clean up any debris left at the work site.
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Ensure that when you remove the machine from the tractor it is
secured in a safe position using the stands provided.
Never
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Never operate the machine with other people present, as it is possible
for debris, including stones, to be discharged from the front and rear of
the flail head.
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Never operate the machine until you have read and understood the
relevant Handbook and are familiar with the controls.
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Never use a machine that is poorly maintained or has guards that are
damaged or missing
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Never allow an inexperienced person to operate the machine without
supervision.
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Never use or fit a machine onto a tractor if it doesn’t meet the
manufacturer’s specification.
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Never use a machine if the hydraulic system shows signs of damage.
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Never attempt to detect a hydraulic leak with your hand, use a piece of
card.
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Never allow children to play on or around the machine at any time.
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Never attempt any maintenance or adjustment without first disengaging
the PTO, lowering the head to the ground, stopping the tractor engine
and applying the tractor parking brake.
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Never leave the cab without removing the ignition key.
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Never operate the tractor or any controls from any position other than
from the driving seat.
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Never stop the engine with the PTO engaged.
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Never operate with flails missing.
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Never operate PTO
above
recommended speed for your machine, 540
R.P.M. flail head, 150 R.P.M. cutter-bar.
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Never operate with wire around the rotor. Stop immediately.
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Never use the head at an angle, which may throw debris towards the
cab.
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Never attempt to use the machine for any purpose other than that it
was designed for.
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Never transport with the PTO engaged
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Never enter the working area of the machine (risk of injury!)
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Never transport with the controls live, always turn off electrical isolator
switch (red) and disconnect supply.
