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1. PREFACE
This instruction manual is delivered with each machine in order for user to get familiarized with
design, operation and adjustment of the mower. Also it is intended to provide warnings on existing or
potential risks and the manual contains information regarding preparation for transportation on public
roads. By strictly following recommendations given in the instruction manual, you can ensure long-
lasting and reliable operation and reduce operating costs of the machine.
Each section describes relevant matters in detail. If the manual contains any information which
is unclear for the user, it is possible to obtain comprehensive clarification by noticing the manufacturer
(contact data is provided on the back cover) – it is necessary to provide: detailed address of the machine
purchaser, symbol, manufacturer’s number, year of manufacture, year and number of issue of the
instruction manual.
In the instruction manual, to underline importance of information and potential risks, the following
warning symbols with descriptions are used:
If you see this symbol, beware a risk and carefully read corresponding information and
notice other operators.
The mower is provided with data plate located in the front part of the central frame. It contains
basic data for machine identification: name of manufacturer, machine model, manufacturer’s number,
year of manufacture (when purchasing the machine this data should be provided on the first page of the
instruction manual).
Warranty procedure rules and resulting rights, are given in Warranty Card, being an integral part
of the instruction manual.
Instruction manual is basic equipment of the machine. It is advisable that machine
supplier, both new and used, keeps confirmation of receipt of the manual and the machine,
signed by the purchaser.
2. INTENDED USE
Rotary mower Z-178 is intended for mowing green forage (grass, alfalfa, etc.), harvested for
direct feeding or for further processing, e.g. silage, to be used as dried fodder or hay.
Mower Z-178 and Z-178/2 should operate with tractors of towed weight of at least 9 kN,
e.g.: Ursus C-360, MF 255, Ursus 4512; and Z-178/1 with tractors of at least 6 kN, e.g. Ursus C-
330, MF 235. Mower Z-178/3 should operate with tractors of towed weight of at least 14 kN.
The mower can be used on meadows and stone-free fields, on flat or slightly undulating
fields with gradient of up to 12°.
Any use of the machine other than the above shall be considered as misuse. To make sure that
the machine is used as intended, strictly follow requirements for use, operation and repair of the machine
as recommended by the manufacturer.
The machine should be used, operated and repaired only by personnel who are familiarized
with its detailed specifications and occupational health and safety rules and procedures.
Always follow provisions concerning accident prevention as well as any basic occupational
health and safety provisions and road traffic rules.
Unauthorized modifications to the machine without permission of the manufacturer will render
warranty null and void.
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