Sulky Master 3 - Manual (Page 7)

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4 - Before connecting or disconnecting a universal
drive shaft, disengage the power take-off, turn off
the engine and re-move the key from the ignition.
5 - If the primary universal drive shaft is fitted with
a torque limiter or a free wheel, these must be
mounted on the machine power take-off.
6 - Always ensure that universal drive shafts are
fitted and locked correctly.
7 - Always ensure that universal drive shaft guards
are immobilized in rotation using the specially pro-
vided chains.
8 - Before engaging power take-off, ensure that
the speed selected and the direction of rotation of
the power take-off comply with the manufactu-
rer’s instructions.
9 - Before engaging power take-off, ensure that
no persons or animals are close to the machine.
10 - Disengage power take-off when the universal
drive shaft angle limits laid down by the manufac-
turer are in danger of being exceeded.
11 - Caution! W hen power take-off has been
disengaged, moving parts may continue to rotate
for a few moments. Do not approach until they
have reached a complete standstill.
12 - On removal from the machine, rest the uni -
versal drive shafts on the specially provided sup-
ports.
13 - After disconnecting the universal drive shafts
from the power take-off, the protective cap should
be fitted to the power take-off.
14 - Damaged power take-off and universal drive
shaft guards must be replaced immediately.
HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT
1 - Caution! T he hydraulic circuit is pressurized.
2 - W hen fitting hydraulic motors or cylinders,
ensure that the circuits are connected correctly in
accordance with the manufacturer’s guidelines.
3 - Before fitting a hose to the tractor’s hydraulic
circuit, ensure that the tractor-side and machine-
side circuits are not pressurized.
4 - T he user of the machine is strongly recom-
mended to identify the hydraulic couplings bet-
ween the tractor and the machine in order to
avoid wrong connection. Caution! There is a dan-
ger of reversing the functions (for example:
raise/lower).
5 - Check hydraulic hoses once a year:
. Damage to the outer surface
. Porosity of the outer surface
. Deformation with and without pressure
. State of the fittings and seals
The maximum working life for hoses is 6 years.
When replacing them, ensure that only hoses with
the specifications and grade recommended by the
machine manufacturer are used.
6 - W hen a leak is found, all necessary precau-
tions should be taken to avoid accidents.
7 - Pressurized liquid, particularly hydraulic circuit
oil, may cause serious injury if it comes into
contact with the skin. If the case of injury, consult
a doctor immediately. There is a risk of infection.
8 - Before any operation on the hydraulic circuit,
lower the machine, release the pressure from the
circuit, turn off the engine and remove the key
from the ignition.
MAINTENANCE
1 - Before commencing any maintenance, servi -
cing or repair work, or before attempting to locate
the source of a breakdown or fault, it is essential
that the power take-off is disengaged, the engine
turned off and the key removed from the ignition.
2 - Check regularly that nuts and screws are not
loose. Tighten if necessary.
3 - Before carrying out maintenance work on a
raised machine, prop it up using appropriate
means of support.
4 - W hen replacing a working part (fertilizer
spreader blade or seed drill coulter), wear protec-
tive gloves and only use appropriate tools.
5 - T o protect the environment, it is forbidden to
throw away oil, grease or filters of any kind. Give
them to specialist recycling firms.
6 - Before operating on the electric circuit, dis -
connect the power source.
7 - Protective devices likely to be exposed to wear
and tear should be checked regularly. Replace
them immediately if they are damaged.
8 - Spare parts should comply with the standards
and specifications laid down by the manufacturer.
Only use Sulky spare parts.
9 - Before commencing any electric welding work
on the tractor or the towed machine, disconnect
the alternator and battery cables.
10 - Repairs affecting parts under stress or pres -
sure (springs, pressure accumulators, etc.) should
be carried out by suitably qualified engineers with
special tools.
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Side marker operating zone
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Rotating agitator shaft
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Risk of pinching or crushing
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