Section 3: Operating
AP-SD96 Silage Defacer 350-270MK
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Startup Checklist
Hazard control and accident prevention are dependent
upon the awareness, concern, prudence, and proper
training involved in the operation, transport, storage, and
maintenance of the Silage Defacer. Therefore, it is
absolutely essential that no one operates the Silage
Defacer without first having read, fully understood, and
become totally familiar with the Operator’s Manual. Make
sure the operator has paid particular attention to:
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Important Safety Information
, page 1
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Section 1: Optional Equipment & Set-up,
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, page 13
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Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication
, page 22
Perform the following inspections before using your
Silage Defacer.
Operating Checklist
Safety Information
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DANGER
To avoid serious injury or death:
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Do not allow bystanders or animals to be near the
attachment, loader arms, or power machine during
operation. Stop operation if bystanders are too close. They
can be hit by thrown or falling objects, entangled, crushed,
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A crushing hazard exists while hooking-up and unhooking
with a quick attach hitch or Euro hitch. Check hitch fit-up
frequently. Do not allow anyone to stand between
attachment and power machine while approaching or
backing away from the attachment. Do not operate lift and/
or tilt controls while someone is near the power machine
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Keep attachment and/or loader arms away from overhead
electrical power lines. Place an orange warning sign under
overhead lines indicating type of danger above.
Check
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Read and follow all safety rules carefully.
Refer to “Important Safety Information”.
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Make sure there are no hydraulic leaks. Refer
to “Avoid High Pressure Fluids Hazard”.
3
Read and follow all safety notices. Refer to
Confirm attachment is properly hooked up to
power machine.
Confirm chain guard is secured in place and
in good working condition.
Read and follow all maintenance instructions.
See “Section 4: Maintenance & Lubrication”.
Check attachment initially and periodically for
loose hardware. See “Section 8: Torque
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Always secure equipment with solid, non-concrete supports
before working under it. Never go under equipment
supported by concrete blocks or hydraulics. Concrete can
break, hydraulic lines can burst, and/or hydraulic controls
can be actuated even when power to hydraulics is off.
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Do not let children play on or around the attachment
including when stored. Children and/or attachment can fall.
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WARNING
To avoid serious injury or death:
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Allow only persons to operate this attachment who have
fully read and comprehended this manual, who are properly
trained to operate the attachment safely, and who are age 16
or older. Serious injury or death can result from the failure
to read, understand, and follow instructions provided in this
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Never carry riders on the attachment or power machine.
Riders can obstruct the operator’s view, interfere with
controls, be pinched by moving components, become
entangled in rotating components, struck by objects, thrown
about, fall off and be run over, etc.
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Hydraulic fluid under high pressure can penetrate the skin
and/or eyes causing a serious injury. Wear protective gloves
and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic
systems. Use a piece of cardboard or wood rather than
hands when searching for leaks. A doctor familiar with this
type of injury must treat the injury within a few hours or
gangrene may result. DO NOT DELAY.
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Backup alarm must be in good working order to warn
others. Use a backup camera or rear-view mirror that is in
good condition to help see undesirable situations behind the
unit. Drive at a slower speed to compensate for blind spots.
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Operate only power machines equipped with a certified
Roll-Over Protective Structure (ROPS) and seat belt. Keep
folding ROPS in the “locked up” position when
appropriate. If ROPS is in the locked up position, fasten seat
belt snugly and securely to help protect against serious
injury or death from falling and machine overturn.
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Always be alert when operating the loader. Watch the front,
sides, and back for people, animals, and obstructions.
Watch for overhead clearances when raising loader arms
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Perform scheduled maintenance. Check for loose
hardware, missing parts, broken parts, structural cracks,
and excessive wear. Make repairs before putting the
attachment back into service. Serious breakdowns can
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Do not alter attachment or replace parts on the attachment
with other brands. Other brands may not fit properly or
meet OEM specifications. They can weaken the integrity
and impair the safety, function, performance, and life of the
attachment. Replace parts only with genuine OEM parts.
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Dress properly for the job. Do not wear loose fitting
clothing or clothing with pull strings. Keep long hair tucked
in. Clothing and hair can become entangled in rotating
components. Wear footwear that will improve footing on
Section 3: Operating