Operator's manual
Trailed disc mowers
KDC
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4.2.
Qualifications of operator
To provide safe machine operation each person being the machine operator must meet the
following requirements:
Operator should hold driving license, have ability to drive vehicles safely and know road traffic
rules.
Operator must be in proper physical condition to be able to operate the machine.
Operator must not be under the influence of alcohol, drugs and medicines, which all have
influence on vehicle driving and machine operation.
Operator should be familiarized with this manual and follow its provisions.
Operator should be familiar with working principles of both the tractor and the machine, and be
able to recognize and avoid hazards resulting from operation of the aggregate.
4.3.
Conditions of mounting mower on tractor
Prior to the mounting operation, be sure that the tractor and mower hitches are compatible and
that the tractor's hitch load is adequate for the machine which is to be mounted or attached.
Prior to mounting the machine, examine the technical condition of the mower's hitch assembly
and tractor's 3-point linkage.
Use only genuine cotter pins to mount the mower on a tractor.
4.4.
Transport
The lifting, handling and transporting operations can be very dangerous unless they are carried
out with the utmost caution. Have all persons not involved in the actual work move away from the
area and limit the zone where the operations are to be carried out. Also make sure that the area in
which the operations take place is clear and that there is a sufficient escape route, i.e. a free, safe
zone to which the operators can quickly move if the load should fall.
The safety hooks and ropes used to lift the machine must be of an adequate carrying capacity.
To minimize the risk of serious injury or death, do the following:
When the machine is converted from the transport position to the work position and vice versa,
you could be pinched or crushed by some of its parts. Take extra care when carrying out these
maneuvers and have all persons keep well clear of the danger zone.
Do not change position of the mower until there are no people or animals around (pay particular
attention to children).
While transporting the mower, put a warning plate with combined lights and reflectors and
warning triangle on the mower.
During transport, always put the mower in its proper and safe transport position. See section 5.3.
Before putting the mower in transport position, make sure that the tractor’s PTO is turned off
and all rotating parts have come to a complete stop.
Do not drive over 30 km/h (17 mph). Drive slower if road conditions are poor, especially on
irregular surfaces or steep slopes.
The behavior of the tractor on the road, such as its turning and braking capacities, are affected
by the implements mounted.
No person and no objects must remain on the mower when driving or transporting.
When taking turns pay particular attention and consider the machine's weight and dimensions.
When driving on the road after work, check to make sure that the tires and soil working tools
are clean to prevent the road surface from becoming dirty.
Make sure that the machine is not damaged during transport.
