Operation manual SP 9 - Compact
CHAPTER VIII – TRANSPORT – Page 2
8.1.4. During transport put the plough centre of gravity lower
In order to reduce the tractor lifting lever unnecessary overloading during the transport we must do
everything to put the plough center of gravity lower.
For this purpose perform the following:
¾ Disengage tractor hydraulic lifting device taking care that cross-bearer do not t
ouch the
ground,
¾
Again close the hydraulic adjuster of the first furr
ow,
¾
Again close the hydraulic adjuster of 12’’ or 14’’
working width,
¾
Reduce the bearing heigh
t.
If the plough is ready for transporting it is recommended from the cabin to block
hydraulic adjusting levers. By this any operation performed in unsuitable time can be
avoided.
N.B.: Do not
forget to perform suitable hydraulic adjustment if again you want to work.
8.2. DRIVING ON THE ROADS
Switch on the lights, different signals and flashings (following the rules).
ATTENTION
:
¾ Check if there is any interference between the tractor and plough.
¾
Check if the plough accordingly has been fastened for transporting, if th
e reversing
device and articulation
have been blocked, if tractor distributo
rs are closed.
¾ Do not drive faster that 25 km/h (15 mph). Chose reasonable speed not to lose
control over the traction.
¾
On the roads the tractor pulling the plough should be the same size, mass and power as
during the ploughing.
¾ Slow down at the bends and uneven roads.
¾
Do not use the brakes whilst turning
abrupt.
¾
Because of vibration the wheels screw
s and bolts can be loosened.
¾
Always check their tightening before going on the
road.
¾
if you are driving on the roads follow the Highway Code rules
of the given country.
¾
Show calm and polite b
ehavior with other drivers.
IMPORTANT: You are responsible to keep the law of the given country and
your machine must be mounted with good signal equipment and be
maintained.
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