15 Operators Manual
unfolded and fully tilted rearwards, any
pre-set pitch will be retained.
The machine should always be folded and
unfolded with the circuit taps set in this
configuration.
To fold up, tilt the machine forwards fully,
then fold in the wings. On 8m machines, just
before completing the fold, tilt slightly back to
allow the wings to clear onto, and above the
drawbar located supports, then fully fold.
Finally lower the wings onto the supports and
fit any secondary transportation locks.
On 12m machines, once fully folded, raise the
transport stand to take some weight of the
wings, then lock the support stand tap and fit
any secondary transport locks.
NOTE: THE MACHINE CAN
BECOME UNSTABLE IF
FOLDED OR UNFOLDED ON
SLOPING GROUND.
Always choose a firm level surface for folding
or unfolding. Always face the machine
upslope and not across slope so that the
wings are sitting horizontal when unfolded.
TAKE CARE IN TRANSPORT!
THE CENTRE OF GRAVITY IS
HIGH WHEN FOLDED AND
THE MACHINE COULD
BECOME UNSTABLE ON SEVERELY
SLOPING GROUND, ESPECIALLY WHEN
TURNING.
The machine is stable when static on slopes
of up to 15°, however avoid such situations
whenever possible.
4.5 Parking
On tractors having a pick-up hitch, choose a
level, firm surface for parking.
With the machine folded, lower the drawbar
stand and pin in position. Unhitch normally.
Where tractors are used without a pick-up
hitch, it is recommended that the machine is
parked unfolded, fully in ground contact.
The tilt circuit hydraulics can be used to
support the drawbar safely when unhitching.
Drive forwards enough to allow the drawbar
to be lowered onto its stand, de-pressurise
the tilt hydraulics and uncouple.
