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Hitching the implement
Hi tching the i mpl ement
Safety
Increased risk of injury
When hi tchi ng the i mplement to the tr actor, there i s an i ncreased ri sk
of injury. Therefore:
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secure the tractor in such a way that it cannot roll forwards or back-
wards.
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Switch off the engine.
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Remove the ignition key.
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Never stand between the tractor and the implement during hi t-
ching.
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Mount and secure the implement's cardan shaft to the tractor's
PTO shaft.
If this is not complied with, the co nsequence c an be da mag e to the im -
plement and even life-threatening injuries.
Ensuring the tractor is safe to use
Ensure that the tractor
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is safe and in good working condit i on,
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has suitable brake mechanisms for the implement,
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is able to transport the implement,
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and that the implement can be hitched to it.
A tractor which is not in good working condition can cause serious in-
juries to personnel and damage to the equipment.
General
The fol l ow ing work steps are descri bed in thi s section:
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Manoeuvring.
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Hitching.
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Adjusting the drawbar.
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Adjusting the drawbar hei ght.
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Raising the sustainer.
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Checking the working position.
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Coupling the cardan shaft.
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Hydraulic connections.
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Elect ri cal connecti ons
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Compressed-air brake [+].
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Checking the implement.
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