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Should a machine overturn, a suitable crane or winch should be used to recover it, keep all
persons at a safe distance before and during recovery.
Do not operate the machine in foggy or frosty conditions as there is increased risk of
accidents.
Take extra care when working in close proximity to electrical cables; in some circumstances,
operating the machine under overhead power lines can result in loss of radio signal causing
the engine to deactivate.
Do not operate the machine close to vehicles or properties where there is risk of damage by
objects accidentally thrown from the flail head.
It is the user’s responsibility to protect persons in or near the work zone.
When servicing or maintaining the machine no one should be allowed beneath it when it is
raised unless it is securely supported on suitable ramps or stands.
Never attempt to service or maintain the machine whilst it is running; always switch off the
engine and remove the starting key.
When transporting the machine on another vehicle or trailer the engine must be switched off
and the machine chocked and secured using suitable ropes or chains.
Check the condition of the flails and fixings on a regular basis; never use the machine with
damaged/missing flails or loose fixings.
Always clean the machine after use; care must be taken if the machine is hot. Never use
solvent based chemicals for cleaning.
When operating in excessively dusty conditions work may need to be interrupted on a
regular basis to remove any build ups of dust on components that could cause overheating.
Ensure engine is switched off and Emergency Stop switch is in the ‘off’ position before
refuelling.
Wherever possible refuel the machine before work when the engine is cold. If refuelling
during work, switch off the engine and allow it to cool before adding fuel.
Test the Emergency Stop switch before each period of work to ensure it functions correctly.
Never leave the machine, ignition key and control unit unattended where it could be started
and used by un-authorised persons.
Any inspection, service or maintenance of the flail head must only be performed with
machine switched off and the starting key removed.
Always wear safety gloves and glasses when performing service or maintenance on the flail
head.
Flail head must always be switched off when manoeuvring outside of the work zone.
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