Great Plains ST-Bar Operator Manual - Manual (Page 12)

12 Simba ST-Bar
606-037M-ENG
2012-12-21
1.5 Road Traffic Safety
When driving on public roads, tracks and
areas, it is important to observe the relevant
road traffic laws as well as the specific
regulations relating to this machine.
Passengers on the machine are
strictly forbidden!
Check that lights / indicators (if
applicable) are working before
transporting the machine.
Max. road transport speed 16mph
(25km/h).
1.6.1 Hitching-up the
machine
There is a risk of injury when hitching/
unhitching the machine. Observe the
following:
• Secure the machine against falling.
• Take special care when reversing the
tractor!
• There is a risk of being crushed between
the machine and the tractor!
• Park the machine on firm, level ground.
1.6.2 Changing Equipment
• Secure the machine to prevent it from
accidentally falling!
• Use suitable supports to secure any
raised frame sections suspended above
you!
• Caution! Risk of injury due to projecting
parts!
Removing components during
maintenance may affect the
stability of the machine. Ensure
it is fully supported in case of
unexpected weight shifts.
1.6 Accident Prevention
In addition to the Operating Instructions, it is
important to observe the accident prevention
regulations specified by agricultural trade
associations. It is the Operator’s responsibility
to ensure that all other persons are excluded
from the danger zones surrounding or on the
machine during its operation.
It is the Owner’s responsibility to ensure:
• the Operator is trained and competent to
use the machine & tractor,
• the tractor is suitable for the machine
• adequate Risk and COSHH assessments
have been undertaken regarding the
machine’s use. Specifically, these include
issues concerning contact with the soil,
dust, crop residues, chemicals, lubricants
and other compounds during operation or
maintenance, and the possibility of stones
being ejected at high speed during work.
Beware of trapping hazards when
manipulating the parking stands
or other moving parts. Ensure
any heavy components are fully
supported when removing pins /
bolts.
1. Safety Data