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3.1 Intended use
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This machine is a forage harvester and is used to forage crops. The crops designated for the
intended use of this machine is in conjunction with
– a maize header for harvested thin-stemmed crops,
– a direct cutting system for mown stalk and leaf crops,
– a pick-up on the ground for lying, mown stalk and leaf crops,
– a front attachment for smallwood crops from cut groves.
The machine is designed exclusively for use in agriculture and may only be used when
– all safety equipment is available according to the operating instructions and is in the
protective position,
– all safety instructions in the operating instructions, see chapter Safety, "Basic safety
instructions", have been observed and complied with.
The machine may be used only by people who satisfy the personnel qualification requirements
designated by the machine manufacturer. These requirements are described in the chapter
Safety "Personnel qualifications".
These operating instructions are a component of the machine and must therefore be at hand
when the machine is in use. The machine may be operated only when the operator has
received training and in compliance with these operating instructions. If the machine is used for
applications which are not described in these operating instructions, this may result in serious
injuries or death and damage to the machine and other property.
Unauthorised modifications to the machine may affect the properties of the machine or disrupt
proper operation. For this reason, unauthorised modifications will exclude any liability of the
manufacturer for consequential damage.
Intended use also includes observance of the operating, maintenance and repair conditions
specified by the manufacturer.