Drive shaft

8 Before operation

Danger!

When working on the machine, there is always a risk of injury from a suddenly activated drive! –Switch off the tractor engine, and remove ignition key.

ITEMS TO CHECK AND OBSERVE BEFORE OPERATION

1.The tractor must be fitted with a single-acting control valve. 2.Check oil level in the gearbox. 3.Before the first use, lubricate the swather thoroughly. 4.Check that all screws are tight. 5.Check all safety devices (e.g. overload clutches, covers of drive elements,...) for correct function and installation. 6.Never operate the PTO at a speed higher than 540rpm. 7.Always engage the tractor PTO with the engine running at idling speed. 8.After hitching up the swather and coupling the drive shaft, carefully steer the tractor to right and left to check the drive shaft for free movement in all operating positions. 9.Use safety chains to prevent the drive shaft guards from rotating with the drive shaft. 10.Connect the seven-pin plug (driving lights) to the socket on the tractor. 11.Check the tightness of the wheel nuts (see »Technical data« for torque values). Check the tyre pressures, and correct if necessary, in accordance with »Technical data«. 12.Order all persons out of the danger area. Should anyone approach the rotary swather, switch it off immediately. 13.Never allow the rotary swather to run unattended.