Sicma FA/1200 - 7 Storage and Wintering; 8 Routine Maintenance

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Mower FA
CUTTING HAZARD!
During cleaning use cut-proof gloves and accident-prevention shoes. If
compressed air is used to clean the machine, use protective eyewear.
The operator must clean the mower on a ground not saggy and at and bring the
machine to the zero energy state.
At the completion of mowing, it is advisable to wash the equipment with a jet
of water (pressure washer), especially the surface of the frame, the blades, the
3-point hitch and the blade compartment.
When washing is complete, protect unpainted metal parts with brush strokes of
lubricating oil to prevent corrosion.
7. STORAGE AND WINTERING
If the machine is immobilised for lengthy periods, it must be stored in a place
protected from atmospheric agents and protected to avoid possible damage.
Before storage it is recommended to thoroughly clean the entire machine and
properly lubricate all mechanical parts to protect them from rust.
Before putting the machine in long downtime periods, it is advisable to proceed
as follows:
• Remove any mowing residue from the blades;
• Thoroughly clean the machine;
• Carry out a general visual check of the machine to detect any structural
damage, the presence, integrity and legibility of the safety pictograms and
that they are located in their original positions;
• Lubricate all mechanical parts including locking pins;
• If possible, take the machine to a covered area, on a at and consistent
surface.
8. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
INJURY HAZARD!
Only qualied operators who have read and understood the safety requirements
(sec. 2) may perform the operations described below. Moreover, they must check
that there are no exposed persons, animals or objects in the hazardous area.
WARNING!
The periodic controls and the maintenance operations described in this chapter
must be performed in the times and ways established and are the operator's
responsibility.
Failure to comply with Standards and maintenance times jeopardises the good
functioning of the machine and its duration and as a consequence the validity of
the warranty.
Given the complexity of the equipment, repairs, modications, special maintenance
other than those listed below must NOT be carried out without rst consulting
the manufacturer or its support centre. Depending on the circumstances, these
will provide authorisation and all necessary instructions, or alternatively they will
recommend an intervention by one of their own technicians.
These precautions are necessary because incorrect or inappropriate operations
may cause operating faults, putting personnel in charge at risk.
INJURY AND DAMAGE TO EQUIPMENT HAZARD!
Before performing maintenance, read this entire section to be prepared for all
possible events.