Great Plains P12719 2005 - Manual (Page 16)

Flatliner 500
Operating Instructions
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2.5 When driving on the
road
When driving on the road the machine must
be converted to the transportation position.
There is a risk of injury on specially
sharpened edges and when
making adjustments on the
machine.
• Couple the machine to the tractor.
• Hook up the hydraulics.
When driving on the road, raise the
machine completely to prevent the
working elements dragging on the
ground.
2.5.1 Hitching-up the
machine
When hitching-up the machine,
ensure that no-one is between the
tractor and the machine.
• Attach the machine to the tractor 3 point
linkage.
• Place the parking stand (if applicable) into
the transportation position.
Connecting the Hydraulic
System (on trailed machines)
Connect the hydraulic system only
when the hydraulic couplings are
depressurised.
2.6 Parking the machine
In order to avoid damage as a result of
moisture, the machine should be parked, if
possible, indoors or under cover.
When manoeuvring the machine,
pay attention to your surroundings.
Ensure that nobody is in the
manoeuvring area (watch for
children!).
2. Transportation / Installation
Mounted Machines
• Park the machine on level and solid ground.
Lower the parking stands (if fitted) to the
desired height.
Lower the machine so that it is supported on
the tines and parking stands.
• Unhitch the machine.
The parking stands have 4 height settings:
Trailed Machines
• Park the machine on level and solid ground.
Lower the machine so that it is supported.
• Disconnect hydraulic lines from the tractor.
• Unhitch the machine.
Fig. 2.02: Parking Position
1. M a i n t e n a n c e
position for carrying out
maintenance work with
machine still attached to
the tractor.
2. Parking position
for tines at full depth.
3. Parking position
for tines in minimum
depth setting.
4. Transport position.
Fig. 2.01: Parking Stand Settings