Spearhead TWIGA
320/420
6
6
6
6
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Ensure that the tractor meets the minimum weight recommendations of the
machine manufacturer and that ballast is used if necessary
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Check that machine fittings and couplings are in good condition
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Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for attachment and removal of machine
from the tractor are warning signs to alert others to the type of machine
working in the vicinity. Signs should be placed at both ends of the work site
and
should
be
in
accordance
with
Department
of
Transport
recommendations.
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Ensure flails are of the type recommended by the manufacturer, are securely
fitted and are undamaged.
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Ensure hydraulic pipes are correctly routed to avoid damage from chafing,
stretching, pinching or kinking.
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Disengage the machine, stop the engine and remove the key before leaving
the tractor cab for any reason.
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Clean up any debris left at the work site.
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Ensure that when you remove the machine from the tractor it is secured in a
safe position using the stands provided.
Never
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Never operate the machine with other people present, as it is possible for
debris, including stones, to be discharged from the front and rear of the flail
head.
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Never operate the machine until you have read and understood the relevant
Handbook and are familiar with the controls.
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Never use a machine that is poorly maintained or has guards that are
damaged or missing
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Never allow an inexperienced person to operate the machine without
supervision.
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Never use or fit a machine onto a tractor if it doesn’t meet the manufacturer’s
specification.
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Never use a machine if the hydraulic system shows signs of damage.
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Never attempt to detect a hydraulic leak with your hand, use a piece of card.
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Never allow children to play on or around the machine at any time.
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Never attempt any maintenance or adjustment without first disengaging the
PTO, lowering the head to the ground, stopping the tractor engine and
applying the tractor parking brake.
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Never leave the cab without removing the ignition key.
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Never operate the tractor or any controls from any position other than from
the driving seat.
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Never stop the engine with the PTO engaged.
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Never operate with flails missing.
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Never operate PTO above recommended speed, 540 R.P.M. flail head,
150 R.P.M. cutter-bar.
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Never operate with wire around the rotor. Stop immediately.
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Never use the head at an angle, which may throw debris towards the cab.
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Never attempt to use the machine for any purpose other than that it was
designed for.
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Never transport with the PTO engaged
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Never enter the working area of the machine (risk of injury!)
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Never transport with the controls live, always turn off electrical isolator switch
(red) and disconnect supply.
