Wheatheart S2000 Post Pounder - Manual (Page 41)

W HEATHEART - P OST P OUNDER 6. O PERATION
S2000 M ODEL 6.3. L OCKOUTS
IM15 R1 41
6.2.2. PTO K
IT
D
RIVE
If you use the tractor’s PTO to drive the hydraulic pump supplied in the optional
PTO Kit, ensure that the pump connector is firmly fastened using the connector’s
push-pin shaft lock, and that the arm of the pump assembly is secured to the
tractor (e.g. at the hitch or draw bar using the attached chain.
6.3. LOCKOUTS
Before performing any maintenance or servicing, ensure that:
• the tractor is turned off and locked out by removing the ignition key,
• the tractor’s park brake is engaged, and
• the post pounder hammer is in the down position.
Before removing a lockout and supplying power to the post pounder, ensure that:
• all personnel are at a safe distance from the equipment
• the tractor’s parking brake is engaged
• the Pounder’s hydraulic fluid return line is securely fastened, and the end of
the hose cannot slip out of the tractor’s fluid reservoir during operation.
6.4. START-UP AND BREAK-IN
Although there are no operational restrictions on the machine when used for the
first time, it is recommended that some mechanical items should be checked as
a precaution.
WARNING
Do not connect or disconnect the PTO pump
while the tractor is on. Always shut off the
tractor, and lock out the ignition before
placing any part of yourself close to the
tractor PTO.
WARNING
Check the hydraulic fluid return line regularly
to ensure that it is directly fastened and
draining into the tractor’s hydraulic fluid
reservoir.