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Original instructions (ENGLISH)
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4.7.5
Fire
Follow the following guidelines to reduce the risk of equipment and grass fires while operating, servicing, and
repairing the machine and tractor:
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Ensure the
tractor is equipped with a fire extinguisher
in an easy to access location
•
Do not
operate the machine on a tractor with an underframe exhaust
•
Do not
smoke or have an open flame near the machine and tractor
•
Do not
drive into burning debris or freshly burnt areas
•
Never allow clippings or debris to collect near drivelines and gearboxes
•
Periodically shut down the tractor and machine and clean clippings and collected debris from the
machine deck
Figure 4.17
– Beware Of Fire Hazards
4.8
Safe Driving Practices
In order to safely operate the machine in work with the tractor requires the operator to have a thorough
knowledge and experience of the tractor they’re using and safety precautions they should take whilst driving with
the attached machine.
With regards to the tractor and the surrounding environment it is important that the operator can:
Ensure the tractor has been properly serviced and maintained. Do not operate the tractor with
weak/faulty brakes or worn tyres.
Ensure the tractor has the capacity to handle the weight of the machine; see Section 1.5.1
Failure to have at least 20% sufficient load over the front axle or to drive at inappropriate speeds on
undulating terrain may result in a loss of directional control.
Ensure the tractor operating controls are set for safe transport. Consult the tractor manufacturers
operators manual.