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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
REAR DISC MOWER
XT
Fig. 4.
PTO
shaft lubrication and direction of connection
4.
SAFETY ADVICE AND WARNING
4.1.
Safety rules and regulations
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When operating the mower, please comply with the Resolution of the Minister of Agriculture and
Food Economy of 12-01-1998 on work safety when operating tractors, machines, technical
instruments and devices used in farming (Journal of Laws No. 12/98 item 51).
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Front axis of the tractor should be well weighted to keep its balance and allow for its steering. If
need be, use front wheel weights.
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In order to keep steering conditions, impact on front axis should be at least 20 % of the complete
tractor.
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Any operation with the hydraulic lift lever should be conducted from the operator's seat; DO NOT
move the lever from outside of the tractor.
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In case of tractors equipped with EHR, controlling with hydraulic lift is conducted with a button
located outside the tractor's cabin. When operating, please be extremely careful.
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When mounting the mower on a tractor, danger of wounding is present. It is recommended for the
operator to wear protective gloves.
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Operating without safety guards and is not permitted. Neither operation with damaged or raised
guard is permitted (danger of stones, etc. being thrown out). Damaged protective apron should be
replaced with a new one.
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Condition of guards and its mounting should be checked regularly.
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Start mowing only when the tractor's PTO shaft reaches its nominal value of
1000 rpm.
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Do not exceed 1050 rpm on the shaft.
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No unauthorized personnel is allowed to remain within the danger area of at least 50 m. Keep
particular caution when operating near roads and in stony areas (Journal of Laws No. 12/98 item
51).
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Any maintenance and -adjustment work is allowed only with the drive disconnected and discs in
complete standstill.
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Check condition of knife holders regularly. Replace any damaged or worn part with new.
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When driving on public roads always comply with local traffic regulations, especially concerning
warning lights.
PTO shaft end with unidirectional right
friction
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To be mounted on the
mower side
PTO shaft end without clutch
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To
be mounted on the tractor side