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17.1 Starting the engine
Risk of poisoning from toxic exhaust gases!
If the forage harvester is operated in closed rooms without adequate ventilation, the pollutant
load increases in the air.
• Never allow the engine to run in closed rooms without an extraction system.
• Provide the room with adequate ventilation.
Risk of people being struck and crushed in the vicinity of the machine due to the
movement of the forage harvester!
When the forage harvester moves, people nearby are at risk of being run over and crushed by
the forage harvester.
• Start the engine only from the driver's seat.
• Always ensure that there is nobody in the danger zone of the machine.
• Sound the horn.
Risk of injury from engine noise while working!
If the driver is not protected from the engine noise while working, his hearing will be
permanently damaged.
• Ensure that the doors and windows of the cab are closed while working.
The following conditions must be met to start the engine:
– The main battery switch is closed.
– The parking brake is applied.
– The release switch traction drive is switched off.
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