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Before travelling on the road, secure all of the machine's pivoting parts in their transport position to
avoid dangerous changes of position. Also check that the screws, nuts and bolts are tightened and
that all of the machine parts are correctly attached and cannot move or become detached.
If your machine is a folding machine, the locking system must be engaged.
Follow the instructions in this manual on how to prepare the machine for transport.
If necessary, also check:
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The connection of the supply pipes;
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The braking system and the hydraulic circuit.
If the equipment does not already have them, fit signalling devices: lighting board, reflectors, reflective
plates or adhesive strips.
Ensure that the machine or additional equipment does not hide the tractor’s lights.
Ensure that the tractor tyres are inflated to the correct pressure.
Ensure that the tractor and additional equipment is correctly balanced.
Install ballast at the front and back to ensure that the brakes and steering are effective.
The tractor's front axle must systematically support at least 20% of the tractor's empty weight to
guarantee sufficient manoeuvrability.
Never drive at more than 25km/hour when under load.
Clean off any soil stuck to the machine before going out onto the road.
After using the public highway, ensure that the road is cleaned of any mud left by the tractor and tools.
The driver/owner has sole responsibility when transporting the machine on the public highway.
2.3.1.5.
Instructions to be followed before carrying out any
operations on the machine
In particular during cleaning, servicing and repairs.
Comply with the instructions in this manual regarding the servicing of the machine.
Before carrying out any operations on the machine:
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Ensure that the machine is on stable ground.
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Stop the tractor engine, remove the ignition key, wait for all of the moving parts
to stop and engage the hand brake.
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Set the machine on the ground, depressurise the hydraulic circuit and allow the
machine to cool down.
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Secure the machine or elements that are in a raised position to avoid any accidental
lowering.
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Chock the machine.
If using a high-pressure washer or steam cleaner, it is essential to comply with the following points:
