McHale Orbital - Page 15

McHale Orbital Round Bale 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.
 The only person who should be present is the machine operator and they
should be seated in the tractor cab while the bale wrapper is in operation.
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
 Never operate farm machinery while under the influence of drugs or alcohol.
The physiological effects of drugs and alcohol impair performance and can
lead to operators taking risks or putting others at risk. This includes over-the-
counter cold/flu and allergy medications or prescription drugs that are not
recommended to be taken whilst driving a car or operating machinery.
 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 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.
 Auto bale-tip function should not be used in hilly terrain as the operator needs
better control of bale unloading, i.e. the bale should only be unloaded on level
ground.
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.
 Precaution must be taken when travelling over sloping or rough ground due to the
risk of overturning. Always travel at a speed suitable for the ground conditions.
 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.
NOTE: ‘Danger Zone’ can vary in size
The operator must be aware of the ‘Danger Zone’ which can vary in size,
depending on operating conditions, i.e. hilly terrain.