Attaching the machine
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Attaching the machine
Coupling
Prerequisites:
The machine may have been parked in work position or could still be in
as-delivered condition. The prerequisites for coupling then differ in each
case. Check prior to coupling whether the applicable prerequisites have
been met.
Coupling for travelling by road is described in the applicable chapter.
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The machine was parked in a work position:
•
The machine, with attached packer roller in work position, is stand-
ing on a firm surface
•
The PTO shaft is fitted on the machine side and its length is ad-
justed to the linkage situation of the tractor to be used
Increased risk of injury
Coupling the machine to the tractor creates an increased risk of in-
jury. Therefore:
•
Check the tractor and machine categories. The categories must
match.
•
Secure the tractor against rolling away
•
Never stand between the tractor and the machine during cou-
pling
•
Actuate the three-point power lift system slowly and carefully
Failure to observe these instructions may result in severe or fatal
injuries
Wearing proper shoes
Wear proper shoes. So you can prevent injury.
Carrying out work without wearing proper shoes can lead to crush-
ing injuries
Check the hitch pins
Hitch pins must be in perfect condition. Hitch pins must show no
signs of wear and be properly secured.
If they are not secured, the machine could come loose. This could
result in damage to the machine or tractor, or personal injury.
