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9.7 Using the safety chain
WARNING!
When using a wrongly dimensioned safety chain, the safety chain may tear if the
machine loosens unintentionally. This can result in serious accidents.
• Always use a safety chain with a minimum tensile strength of 89 kN (20.000 lbf).
WARNING!
If the safety chain is layed so that it is too tight or too loose, then it may tear. As a result,
serious injuries or damage to tractor and machine may be caused.
• Position the safety chain so that it does not tension when cornering. Also make sure when
laying it that it does not touch the tractor wheels or other parts of tractor or machine.
Note
Using the safety chain
Attachment of the safety chain is not stipulated in all countries.
• Shut down and safeguard the machine, see chapter Safety -> Safety routines, "Shutting
down and safeguarding the machine".
The safety chain is used as an additional safety precaution for trailed devices, should they
become detached from the drawbar during transport. Attach the safety chain with the respective
mounting parts to the hitching device on the tractor or to another specified connection point. The
safety chain should have just enough play to be able to go around curves.
b
a
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• Install safety chain (1) on an eligible position (for example: a or b) on the tractor.
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