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Driving Safely on Public Roads
Check the local Highway Code regulations before driving the tractor on public highways with a towed implement.
Check the reflectors, hazard flashers and/or projecting load indicators are installed when required and efficient. These
indicators must be installed correctly and easily seen by the drivers of other vehicles.
Bystanders must not be allowed to lean against or climb onto the machine during transport or while working. Do not
allow bystanders to ride on the machine.
MAXIMUM TRANSPORT SPEED MUST NOT EXCEED 30Km/Hr (22 MPH)
Operating the Machine
Inspections before Use
Always disengage PTO, Switch off tractor engine and engage the parking brake before making adjustment to the
machine.
Check the machine to ensure that the serial number and all stickers have been affixed.
Check that all points are greased.
Check the oil level in the gearbox
Check the transmission belts to ensure that their tension is correct.
Check for oil leaks.
Check to see that all safety devices are installed and efficient.
General inspection during operation
Inspect the knives to ensure that they are free from foreign bodies. Check the implement for wear and damage. Partic-
ularly check that the knives, the drive belts and wheels are in a good condition. Check that all nuts and bolts are fully
tightened, with particular reference to the knife bolts. Check that the oil and greases in the various points are at the
correct level. Despite the previous inspections, lubricant may have partially spilt during transport and need topping up.
Key to Main Parts
Rear flap
Top lid
Jack Drawbar
Belt guard
Flail mower
Axle and
wheel
Tie bar
Pivot
Gearbox
PTO guard
Bogey
Linkage
PTO stand
Swivel hitch
Chute
Transport
lock
Catcher
(hopper)
Hopper lifting
ram
Maintenance
locking bar
Rear lights,
reflectors &
indicators
