McHale Fusion 3 - Page 17

McHale Fusion 3 Baler & Wrapper
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 It is the operator’s responsibility to ensure that there is no person in the
‘Danger Zone’ while operating the machine, especially during start up.
Before repair or reassembly
 Safe lifting gear of sufficient capacity must be used for machine assembly. All
chains and slings used must be in good condition.
Before operation
 The operator must ensure that the manufacturer’s instructions for attaching
and detaching the machine are followed. This includes the drawbar
attachment, the electric and hydraulic lines, in particular the lighting and brake
system.
 The operator must ensure that all covers are closed and all safety devices are
in operating mode.
 The operator must ensure that there is no person in the ‘Danger Zone’.
 Always be familiar with the health and safety requirements that may be in
force in the country of use.
During Operation
 While operating this machine on hilly or sloping ground the operator must take
extra precautions, in particular the ‘Danger Zone’ is increased in such
conditions as bales are more likely to roll away, causing a potential risk.
 The operator must ensure that there is a minimum of 4 m clearance between
the machine and any obstacle above, in particular electrical high voltage lines.
 Never operate the machine with dispenser safety arms damaged or missing.
 Be careful when working with the cut and hold. Remember that the
accumulators are under pressure.
 Avoid contact with the knife.
 Do not attempt to clamp plastic film in the cut and hold mechanism.
 Particular care must be taken, if the machine is left idle for any extended
period, to ensure that all sensors and safety features are working correctly.
WARNING: Do not carry people or animals on the machine
The operator must ensure that no persons or animals are carried on the
machine at any time or are hidden under the machine (on the tractor
persons are only allowed to sit on the relevant seats).