Safety
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Putting the ma-
chine into opera-
tion
Ensure that the machine is in perfect working condition
Do not operate the machine unless it is in perfect working condition.
Check all important components and replace any defective compo-
nents before starting the machine. Defective components can cause
damage to equipment and personal injuries.
Do not remove the protective devices
The protective devices must not be removed or by-passed. Check all
protective devices before starting the machine. Unprotected machine
components can cause serious or fatal injury.
Height of machine and overhead power lines
If a height of 4.00 m is exceeded when folding the machine in and out,
the machine must not be folded in the vicinity of conducting overhead
power lines! Danger of electrocution! Should the machine come into
contact with a live overhead power line:
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Do not attempt to exit the tractor cabin
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Do not touch any metal parts on the tractor
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Ensure that there is no conductive contact with the ground
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Warn all persons in the area not to approach the tractor or the ma-
chine
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Wait for help from professional emergency service personnel as
power in the overhead line must first be switched off
Never climb onto the machine beneath live overhead power lines.
Electrocution does not require direct contact.
Check the immediate vicinity
Before driving off, folding out, and operating the machine, check its im-
mediate vicinity. Ensure sufficient visibility. Do not begin work until the
immediate vicinity is cleared of any persons or objects. Any use of the
machine without first checking the surrounding area can cause acci-
dents.
Re-tighten all nuts and bolts
Nuts and bolts should be checked for firm seating after the first hours
of operation and at regular intervals thereafter and tightened if neces-
sary. bolts can come loose unnoticed while operating. This can result
in damage to the machine or accidents.
