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The machine may only be operated by instructed personnel authorized by the owner.
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Persons who are apprentices, in training or under instruction may only work on the machine under
the supervision of an experienced person.
•
Maintenance and service may only be carried out by qualified maintenance personnel.
3.4.2
Instruction
Distribution partners, works representatives or employees of the manufacturer will instruct the operator
regarding the operation and maintenance of the machine.
The owner must ensure that newly recruited operating and maintenance personnel are instructed to
the same extent and with the same care with regard to the operation and repair of the machine in
compliance with this operator’s manual.
3.4.3
Accident prevention
Safety and accident prevention regulations are legally specified in every country. The owner of the
machine is responsible for observing the regulations applicable in the country of operation.
The following instructions must also be observed:
•
Never let the machine run without supervision.
•
Do not ride on the machine while it is working or being transported (
no passengers
).
•
Do not use
machine parts as steps.
•
Always wear tight fitting clothes. Do not wear work clothes with belts, loose threads or other items
that could get caught.
•
Follow the manufacturer's warnings when handling chemicals. You may have to wear personal
protective equipment (PPE).
3.5
Information on operational safety
Only use the machine in safe operating condition. Avoid hazardous situations.
3.5.1
Parking the machine
•
Only park the machine with an empty hopper on level, firm ground.
•
If the machine is parked alone (without tractor), open the metering slides completely. The return
springs of the single-acting slide actuation mechanism are released.
3. Safety
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