5 road traffic safety, 6 accident prevention – Great Plains Simba X-Press Operator Manual User Manual

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Simba X-Press

601-338M-ENG

2013-02-04

Beware of trapping hazards when

manipulating the parking stands

or other moving parts. Ensure

any heavy components are fully

supported when removing pins /

bolts.

1.6.1 Hitching-up the

machine

There is a risk of injury when hitching/

unhitching the machine. Observe the

following:

• Secure the machine against rolling.

• 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 On the Hydraulic System

Do not connect the hydraulic lines to the

tractor until both hydraulic systems (machine

and tractor) are depressurised.

Any hydraulic system containing

an accumulator can remain

under pressure permanently

(even after following manual

depressurisation procedures

with a tractor / implement

combination). It is therefore

important to check all lines, pipes,

and screw connections regularly

for leaks and any recognisable

external damage.

The hydraulic circuit contains

specialised fittings which should

not be tampered with under any

circumstances. Do not attempt

to modify hose routings or hose

clamping arrangements, doing so

my cause serious damage to the

machine and/or injury.

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.

Pay attention to the permitted axle

loads, tyre carrying capacity, and

total weight in order to maintain

adequate braking and steerability

(these figures are shown on the

serial plate).

Passengers on the machine are

strictly forbidden!

Max. road transport speed 16mph

(25km/h).

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.

1. Safety Data

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