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As well as the notes in these instructions, the operator is advised to comply with the
generally applicable safety at work regulations and those relating to use of the public
highway.
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Always use genuine parts corresponding to the manufacturer’s technical and
specification requirements.
FOR YOUR OWN SAFETY AND THE ONE OF THE OTHER, RESPECT THE
FOLLOWING RULES.
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After servicing, remove all tools, components and parts that were used.
2.5 Safety on Highway Transport.
components before starting maintenance.
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Regularly check the tightness of wheel studs, wearing parts’ bolts and all other bolts and
nuts.
All FIELDKING equipments shall be used, complying with the area’s current rules and
laws concerning safety instructions, accident prevention and provision of Highway
Code.
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Maintenance operations on elements under pressure or under tension require specific
procedures and equipments. Only qualified persons shall perform them in appropriate
conditions.
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For replacing any parts with cutting edges, always use suitable tools and gloves.
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Tractor used for road transport shall have the same power rating and weight as the one
used for field operations.
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When driving on public roads with a raised machine, the lifting control lever should be
locked against unintentional lowering.
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Regularly check hitching pins, change them if necessary. Tractor’s ball joint may also
wear, do not hesitate to replace them with new ones as per the manufacturer’s
standards.
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Never attempt any manoeuvre if the area is not free from spectators.
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Drive at reasonable speed complying with local laws to always keep control of tractor and
equipment. Pay special attention on irregular or rough roads
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Handling behaviour, steer-ability and braking are influenced by mounted implements,
trailers and ballast weights. Check for sufficient steer ability and braking.
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If your machine is equipped with a folding mechanism (manual or hydraulic), use it
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Use all devices required by your area’s current laws (lights, reflectors, signs ….). They
might be removed during field operations to prevent any sort of damage. It is the
operator’s responsibility to comply with current laws and to follow the regulations.
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Before road transport, always check for wheel studs and wheel mounting brackets,
carriage bolt tightness, general tyre state and pressure. Do not drive with low pressure,
cuts or damaged tyres or rims.
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Do not allow anybody between the tractor and the implement if the parking brakes are not
applied.
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Before leaving the tractor, lower the machine to the ground. Apply the parking brake, stop
the engine and remove the ignition key.
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Follow all safe driving practices when traveling, especially on corners, rough or narrow
roads.
3.1.
Tyres
The Pressure – especially in the rear tractor tyres – must be equal. In heavy conditions it
may be necessary to add wheel weights and / or water ballast. (See manufacturer’s
instructions).
Adjust lift rods to equal length. (See manufacturer’s instructions).
3.2.
Lift Rods
The hydraulic equipment used in this plough is
3. PREPARATION OF THE TRACTOR
making sure folding area is free from spectators and obstacles.
Where there are alternative fitting positions at the tractor for the top link, fit the tractor-
sided top link as high as possible.
Attention! Some tractors are equipped with automatic “check devices” which require
special adjustments. If a tractor suddenly shows side draft or if the L/H and R/H front
width of the plough is different, an unlocked “check device” could be the reason for that.
In such a case the function of the automatic “check device” must be checked. (See
manufacturer’s instructions)
3.4.
Check Chains or Sway Blocks of the Three Point Linkage
Chains or sway blocks MUST be adjusted so that the lower link is always free to move
sideways during ploughing.
3.5.
Hydraulics
For working, the tractor hydraulics must be set a ‘Draft’ or ‘Mixed’ Control. See
manufacturer’s instructions.
3.6. Required Hydraulic Equipment
3.3.
Top Link
a double acting cylinder.