Krone 1022623 - Parking the Machine Safely; Consumables; Dangers Arising from Environment

2 Safety
2.4 Basic safety instructions
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Comprima F 155
Original Operating Instructions 150001049_01_en
Dangers when operating the machine on slopes
The machine may tilt when it is used on slopes. As a result, accidents may occur and people
may be seriously injured or killed.
 Do not work and drive on a slope unless the ground of the slope is flat and the adhesion of
the tyres to the ground is ensured.
 Turn the machine at low speed. Turn in a large arc.
 Avoid driving across a slope because the centre of gravity of the machine will be changed
by payload and by executing machine functions.
 Avoid abrupt steering movements on slopes.
 On slopes always deposit a round bale in such a way that it cannot move on its own.
 Do not park the machine on slopes.
2.4.15 Parking the machine safely
An incorrectly parked and insufficiently safeguarded machine can represent a danger for
people, especially children, and can be set into motion or fall over in an uncontrolled manner.
People may be injured or killed.
 Park the machine on a horizontal and level ground capable of bearing the load.
 Before adjusting, repairing, servicing and cleaning the machine, ensure that it is securely
positioned.
 Observe section “Parking the Machine” in chapter Driving and Transport.refer to page157
 Before parking: Shut down and safeguard the machine, refer to page27.
2.4.16 Consumables
Unsuitable consumables
Consumables which do not comply with the requirements of the manufacturer may impair the
operational safety of the machine and cause accidents.
 Use only consumables which comply with the requirements of the manufacturer.
For requirements on consumables, refer to page43.
Environmental protection and disposal
Consumables such as diesel fuel, brake fluid, antifreeze and lubricants (e.g. gearbox oil,
hydraulic oil) may damage the environment and the health of people.
 Do not release consumables into the environment.
 Fill consumables in a liquid-tight labelled container and dispose of according to the official
regulations.
 Absorb leaked consumables with an absorbent material, fill them in a liquid-tight labelled
container and dispose of according to the official regulations.
2.4.17 Dangers arising from environment
Fire hazard
Combustible materials may accumulate in the machine due to operation or animals, such as
rodents or nesting birds, or dust resuspension.