Berthoud APOLO 600 - General Safety Instructions; Hydraulic Circuit; Maintenance

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- This sprayer should be used by a fully trained operator in spray techniques,
- Do not allow anyone to enter the sprayer's working radius,
- The only workpost is the tractor's cab when the sprayer is in operation,
- In addition to the instructions contained in this manual, comply with the legislation relating
to safety and accident prevention regulations,
- The stickers on the sprayer indicate safety measures to be complied with to prevent
accidents,
- The user must train himself in the operation of this sprayer before doing any work,
- Read the sprayer's "counter-indications" section,
- Protect yourself from spray drift during spraying,
- No passengers should be carried on the sprayer,
- Take care when hitching or unhitching the sprayer,
- Before hitching the sprayer, make sure that there is sufficient ballast on the tractor's front
axle,
- All the remote controls must be placed so that they cannot cause a dangerous situation,
- Before doing anything on the sprayer, disconnect the power take-off, switch off the engine,
remove the ignition key and wait until the sprayer has stopped completely,
- Make sure that all the safety covers are in place,
- Carry out the adjustments and a water spray test before preparing the spray mixture,
- Dispose of chemical cans in accordance with the instructions given by the manufacturer.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- For all maintenance work, the PTO has to be disconnected, the tractor engine must be
switched off, the ignition key removed,
- Only carry out operations on the boom when it is at its lowest position.
- Only use recommended spare parts by BERTHOUD.
MAINTENANCE
- Check that the hydraulic hoses are in good condition and replace them if they are damaged.
HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT
- Beware of crush risks in the 3-point lifting area,
- Comply with the maximum weight allowed on the tractor hitch for trailed machines,
- Disconnect the power take-off, switch off the engine and remove the tractor's ignition key
while the sprayer's drive shafts are being connected,
- Use only EC-approved drive shafts. Fit them and service them in accordance with their
manufacturer's instructions. Replace their protectors as soon as they are damaged,
- Rest the drive shafts on their supports as soon as they are disconnected.
HITCHING