2 – GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS (
continued
)
25. Do not move between the machine and the tractor without having previously engaged the hand
brake, or having securely chocked the wheels.
26. Prior to performing any work on the machine be sure that it cannot be inadvertently moved.
27. Read carefully the instructions printed on the bags of fertiliser concerning the toxicity or
corrosiveness of the product. Follow any precautions to be taken. Prior to loading the fertiliser into
the hopper disengage the power take off, switch off the engine and remove the starting key.
28. Caution! Do not operate on a grade over 1 in 10 because of the danger of rolling over.
3 - CONNECTION
1.
When connecting or disconnecting the machine to/from the tractor, place the 3-point linkage lever in
such a position as to prevent it to be operated or accidentally moved.
2.
When connecting the machine onto the three points of the tractor, be sure that the forks and pins
match the diameter of the tractor's joints.
3.
Caution!
Check around the three connection points for cracks or breaks.
4.
Do not stand between the machine and the tractor when operating the hoisting control lever.
5.
During transportation the hoisting arms must be secured by means of stiffening rods to prevent
oscillations and lateral movement of the machine.
6.
When the machine is not to be transported in hoisted position, block the booster controlling lever.
4 - MOVING PARTS (P.T.O. and P.T.O. shaft)
7.
Only use the power take off shaft delivered with the machine or those approved by the
manufacturer.
8.
Always use the guards on the P.T.O. and power take off shaft and ensure they are in a good state.
9.
Check the tubes of the power take off shaft are correctly overlapped and positioned while operating
and during transportation.
10. Prior connecting or disconnecting a power take off shaft, disengage the power take off and remove
the starting key.
11. If the power take off shaft is equipped with a torque limiting device or with a back stop, the back
stop must be firmly mounted on the power take off of the machine.
12. Be careful when assembling to correctly position the power take off shaft.
13. Be sure that the guards of the power take off shaft are secured by means of the chains provided for
this purpose.
14. Prior to engaging the power take off be sure that the selected speed and direction of rotation re in
accordance with the specifications of the manufacturer. Only engage the power take off at low
engine speed.
15. Prior to engaging the power take off be certain that no persons or animals are around the machine.
16. Disengage the power take off when the angle of the power take off shaft is going to exceed 25°.
17.
Caution
! After disengaging the power take off, the moving parts will continue to rotate for a
period. Stay clear until they have come to a complete standstill.
18. When storing the machine, the power take off shaft must be supported by a suitable chain.
19. After removing the power take off shaft from the power take off ensure the guards are replaced
immediately.
