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1.7
Authorized operators
Youths under the age of 16 may not operate the Rotary Tedder.
The owner of the implement must provide the operator with the operating instructions and make sure
that they have read and understood them. Only then may the implement be put into operation.
The allocation of responsibilty for the various tasks on the implement must be clearly determined and
complied with. There may be no uncertainties regarding authority, as these could endanger the safety
of the operator.
The owner must ensure that only authorized persons operate/work on the implement. He is responsible
for any third persons within the working area of the Rotary Tedder.
1.8
General safety and accident prevention regulations
Fundamental rule:
Before the start of every operation check both the implement and the tractor for operation and road
safety!
1.8.1 General
1. The appropriate warning and safety alert signs provide important advice to ensure the safe operation
of the implement. Observe these instructions at all times, for the sake of your own safety!
2. Before operation, make yourself familiar with all elements and controls of the implement, as well as
with their function. Make sure that all protective equipment is correctly mounted!
3. The operator’s clothing should be close fitting. Avoid any loose fitting, wide clothing! Always wear
substantial footware!
4. Keep the implement clean at all times! (Fire precaution)!
5. When travelling on public roads, observe the following:
all traffic regulations in force in your country,
the permissible axle load and total weight of the implement and
the permissible transport dimensions!
Never leave the driver’s seat during the journey!
6. Before any transport on public roads, make sure the implement is in the condition prescribed and
lock it in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions!
7. Inspect and install all equipment required for transportation such as lighting, warning and
protective devices!
8. All operating devices such as ropes, chains, rods, etc. which act on remote-controlled implement
elements, have to be installed in such a way that any unintentional movement is excluded in all
possible transport and operating positions!
9. Couple the implement to the tractor at the prescribed position and secure according to the instructions
given in this manual! Proceed with special care when mounting and removing the implement on/
from the tractor!