General Safety Instructions
Use of the machine
• Before starting work, ensure that you understand all the equip-
ment and actuation elements of the machine and their function.
There is no time for this when the machine is already in opera-
tion!
• Do not wear loose-fitting clothing! Loose clothing increases the
risk over being caught by drive shafts!
• Only start-up the machine, when all the safety equipment has
been attached and is in the safety position!
• Comply with the maximum load of the connected machine and
the approved axle and support loads of the tractor. If necessary,
drive only with a partially-filled hopper.
• It is forbidden to stand in the working area of the machine.
• It is forbidden to stand in the turning and rotation area of the
machine.
• There are contusion and cutting points at externally-actuated
(e.g. hydraulic) machine points.
• Only actuate externally-actuated machine parts when you are
sure that there is no-one within a sufficient distance from the
machine!
• Secure the tractor against unintentional start-up and rolling, be-
fore you leave the tractor.
For this:
ο Lower the machine onto the ground
ο Apply the tractor parking brake
ο Switch off the tractor engine
ο Remove the ignition key.
Machine transportation
• Comply with the national road traffic regulations when using
public highways.
• Before moving off, check:
ο The correct connection of the supply lines
ο The lighting system for damage, function and cleanliness
ο The brake and hydraulic system for visible damage
ο That the tractor parking brake is released completely
ο The function of the brake system.
• Ensure that the tractor has sufficient steering and braking power.
Any machines and front/rear weights connected to the tractor
influence the driving behaviour and the steering and braking
power of the tractor.
• If necessary, use front weights.
The front tractor axle must always be loaded with at lea
the empty tractor weight, in order to ensure sufficient steering
power.
• Always fix the front or rear weights to the intended fixing points
according to regulations.
• Comply with the maximum load of the connected machine and
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