Gearmore SPEDOVATORS Installation and operating instructions

SPEDOVATORS
OPERATION & SERVICE MANUAL
FOR ALL MODELS
September 2008
Form: SpedovatorOp

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION DESCRIPTION
PAGE
Introduction ............................................................... 1
1 SAFETY .......................................................................... 2 - 11
1.1 Safety Warnings ...................................................... 3 - 4
1.2 Description .................................................................... 5
1.3 Machine Identification.................................................. 6
1.4 Safety Labels................................................................. 7
1.4.1 Driveshaft Safety Labels......................................... 8
1.5 General Safety Rules ............................................. 9 - 10
1.5.1 Driveshaft General Safety Rules .......................... 11
2 TECHNICAL INFORMATION................................................... 12 - 14
2.1 Technical Specifications ............................................. 12
2.2 Hydraulic Sys. Single Pump Liquid........................... 12
2.3 Hydraulic Sys. Single Pump Electric......................... 13
2.4 Hydraulic Sys. Double Pump Electric ....................... 14
3 PACKAGING ................................................................................ 15
3.1 Unpacking ................................................................... 15
3.2 Package Disposal ........................................................ 15
4 TRANSPORT ......................................................................... 16 - 17
4.1 Handling & Transporting........................................... 16
4.2 Handling & Transport Warnings............................... 17
5 SAFETY ................................................................................ 18
5.1 Safety Rules ................................................................ 18
6 SET-UP ......................................................................... 19 - 29
6.1 Start Up....................................................................... 19
6.2 Equipment Installation ....................................... 19 - 20
6.3 Manual /Electric Control Installation ....................... 20
6.3.1 Manual Control Unit Functions............................ 21
6.3.2 Electric Control Board Functions ......................... 22
6.4 PTO Driveline Installation......................................... 23
6.5 PTO Rotation Speed ................................................... 24
6.6 Start-Up ...................................................................... 24
6.7 Installation of Power Disc .......................................... 25
6.8 Sensing Device Rod Adjustment ................................ 26
6.8.1 Advance Device Adjustment ................................. 26
6.8.2 Horizontal Adjustment.......................................... 27
6.9 Vertical Adjustment ................................................... 28
6.10 Lateral Adjustment .................................................... 28
6.11 Head Unit Raising ............................................... 28 - 29
6.12 Installation of Back Fill Disc ..................................... 29
7 OPERATION ......................................................................... 30 - 33
7.1 Working ....................................................................... 30
7.2 Power Discing ............................................................. 30
7.3 Sensing Device Sensitivity Adjustment .................... 31
7.4 Back Fill Disc .............................................................. 32
7.5 Safety Instructions ..................................................... 33

SECTION DESCRIPTION
PAGE
8 MAINTENANCE ......................................................................... 34 - 39
8.1 Machine Maintenance ......................................... 34 - 35
8.2 Cleaning ...................................................................... 36
8.3 Check of Hydraulic Oil Level ..................................... 36
8.4 Changing Hydraulic Oil ............................................. 37
8.5 Oil Filter Cleaning/Replacement ............................... 38
8.6 Greasing Points........................................................... 39
9 TROUBLESHOOTING ............................................................... 40 - 42
9.1 Trouble (Remote Electric Valve) ................................ 40
9.2 Troubleshooting Chart ........................................ 41 - 42
10 ACCESSORIES & OPTIONS..................................................... 43 - 46
10.1 In Row Blade Spare Parts .......................................... 43
10.2 French Plow Spare Parts............................................ 44
10.3 Optional Trunk Shield................................................ 45
10.4 Optional Trunk Base .................................................. 46
11 STORAGE ................................................................................ 47
11.2 Spare Parts.................................................................. 47
Notes ................................................................................ 48
12 LIMITED WARRANTY....................................................................... 49

INTRODUCTION
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This manual provides all the necessary information for regular use and correct maintenance of the all
Spedovator models.
This manual includes instructions for use and maintenance, as well as the safety and setting rules, which
require your direct action.
We recommend you keep this manual in good condition and in the proximity of the machine for a quick
reference in case of need or action.
Start-up, checks, and maintenance shall be performed in order to grant the security and safety of the
operator.
Warnings are pointed out by:
Precautions are pointed out by: ⇒
Taking regularly and punctually note of what has been performed during the maintenance of the machine
is a sign of precision; moreover it becomes the updated diary of what has been done and what has to be
done at the next term. At the end of this manual some sheets for your notes are at your disposal.
For any further information, please check with your dealer and specify the MODEL and the SERIAL
NUMBER of the machine in order to receive a prompt reply.
Any alteration or tampering of the machine is strictly forbidden.
The machine warranty will automatically lapse in case of tampering, misuse or use not in accordance
with what is described in this manual and the manufacturer will be acquitted of any responsibility of
possible damage suffered by people and/or things.
Read carefully the following section:
- LIST OF SAFETY REMARKS -
Please list your model number, serial number, date of purchase, and place of purchase below for further
reference.
MODEL NO: ______________________________________________
SERIAL NO: ______________________________________________
DATE OF PURCHASE: _____________________________________
DEALER: _________________________________________________

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1 SAFETY REMARKS
LIST OF SAFETY REMARKS
ALWAYS OPERATE IN A
CAUTIOUS
CAREFUL
PRECAUTIONARY
WAY
Read this section very carefully before going on reading the following sections.
Considering that:
1. The machine was manufactured under surveillance of a qualified staff; it was tested and
tried in order to exclude any negligence during its construction.
DURING THESE TESTS NOTHING TURNED OUT TO BE DEFECTIVE.
2. The machine was designed and manufactured according to the safety rules.
We specify that:
1. The machine is provided with warning labels that shall be scrupulously observed to avoid
injuries. Under no circumstance should these labels be removed.
2. It is the specific duty of the buyer to teach the operator to use the machine in a safe way and
particularly to:
~ take into account the warnings rated on the machine and listed in the present use and
maintenance manual.
~ inform him of the possible dangers or consequences arising from the non-observance
of the above mentioned warnings.
~ inform him of the administrative and penal sanctions into which he may fall if he does
not observe the machine instructions for use ant other workplace regulations.

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1.1 SAFETY WARNINGS
GENERALWARNING:
Read this manual before starting to use the machine. EVERYTHING DESCRIBED IN THE
MANUAL CONCERNS YOUR SAFETY. When you are working, be always careful and on
the alert. Be aware of possible dangers.
REGULATIONS
Conform to the laws and regulations concerning you and your machine.
TRANSMISSION
Do not enter the driveshaft work area when it is moving.
CLOTHES
The use of clothes that are not proper for the work can injure you. Baggy suits can entrap in the
machine. Please wear protective clothes apt for the work such as a rigid helmet, safety shoes,
protective hoods, a close-fitting boiler suit and industrial gloves. Keep your cuffs buttoned up.
Do not wear ties or scarves. If your hair is long, tie it up.
TOOLS
Always check that tools are in good condition and fit for the purpose.
HYDRAULIC HOSES
Hydraulic hoses can provoke accidents. Regularly check these hoses and look for damaged
junctions, external surfaces worn out by rubbing or other reasons, bent or cracked hoses, and
anything else which may break the hoses and cause dangerous situations.
HOSES CONTAINING PRESSURED OIL
The hoses can contain compressed air even when the machine is turned off or set out from the
tractor. Before dismantling them, check on the diagram whether the pipe section contains
compressed air. In any case, dismantle the pipe very cautiously.
O-RINGS, GASKETS AND PIPES
If gaskets, o-rings, hydraulic hoses are installed in a wrong way or are damaged or worn out, they
can cause leaks or accidents. Do not use solvents or acids next to o-rings, gaskets, or hoses.
REPAIR WORK
Do not make repair work or any other maintenance work, which are not know.
TAMPERING
It is strictly forbidden to alter or tamper with parts of the machine, which may influence its regular
working.
OPERATOR
All checks, inspections, controls, maintenance work, and any other operation shall be performed
when the machine is not running and the main switch is off, unless the contrary is explicitly
specified in this manual.

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1.1 SAFETY WARNINGS (Continued)
WORKING
Before starting to work or to test the machine, check that the transmission, the tractor, and the
equipment are provided with all the required safety protections and that they are in working order.
Possible damaged or lacking components shall be replaced and correctly installed before going on
working or testing.
EQUIPMENT
Do not use dangerous equipment, lacking safety devices and guards, or in bad condition.
FIRE
Safety rules forbid the presence of free flames and incandescent bodies in the workplace in order
to avoid injuries.
ELECTRIC CIRCUITS
When you need to operate on the electrical circuit, make sure that the main switch is open and that
nobody can operate it while you are absent.
CABLES
Before leaving the workplace, insulate any cable end to avoid accidents or short circuits.
TOOLS AND INSULATED TOOLS
Always check that tools are in good condition. Check that the insulation of insulated tools is not
damaged and largely suitable for the voltage of the electrical circuit on which you are working.
COMPRESSED AIR (to clean the machine)
When you use compressed air, wear protective glasses or other equipment required by the safety
rules in force.
HYDROCLEANER
In case the outside of the machine is cleaned by using hydrocleaners or similar equipment, wear
personal protective clothes, glasses, gloves, etc.
WARNING FOR THE OPERATOR
The operator shall never operate directly with his hands. In case the existing equipment were not
considered suitable for the purpose, the operator shall inform the assistance and/or safety service.
PINS - MECHANICAL PARTS
During maintenance and before using the machine, always make sure that both the equipment and
the articulated joint pins do not show manifest wear and tear traces.
SPARE PARTS
The machine warranty will immediately lapse in case non-original spare parts are installed and
the manufacturer will be acquitted of any responsibility of possible damages suffered by people
and/or things.
IT IS THE DUTY OFTHE EMPLOYER TO CHECK THAT THE OPERATOR HAS
UNDERSTOOD THE STATED WARNINGS.

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1.2 DESCRIPTION
The equipment described in this manual is provided with an independent hydraulic system and is
equipped with either a hydraulic pump ("mono-pump" to feed the whole circuit) or with two hydraulic
pumps ("bi-pump"; the former operates the set of disks and the latter all the other operations).
The equipment consists of four units:
a.) Framework - a solid metallic frame made of structural parts and press-folded high
resistance carbon steel sheets. It includes hitch locks to be connected to the three points
of the tractor, the coupling of the ridging and unridging set of disks support and the
height adjustment wheels.
b.) Sensing Device Unit - completely hydraulically operated. It's peculiar configuration
guarantees a specific sensitivity of the sensing device rod, which proportionally
controls the cylinder whose function is to avoid obstacles.
c.) Unridging and Ridging Set of Disks - are the two main accessories that can be applied
to this equipment. The unridging set of disks removes the soil from the inter-rows.
Particularly suitable even if the speed of travel of the tractor has been reduced or in case
of clay or stony fields. The set of disks rotation and therefore the soil working is
performed by means of the hydraulic motor operated by the pressure of the oil sent by
the pump to the machine by means of a remote hydraulic valve (see hydraulic diagram
of the specific three disks device). The ridging set of disks is not hydraulically operated
but rotates because of soil friction and ridges the soil in the inter-rows.
d.) Control Unit - to be placed by the operator. The remote hydraulic valves are manually
operated by means of levers, or he hydraulic solenoid valves of the equipment controls
are operated by means of push buttons and by the 12 Vcc tractor outlet.
The set of disks have been designed and manufactured to work inter-rows soils of any plantation, both
vase and hedge trained, as well on close up short trunked plants or young plants. The use of unridg-
ing and ridging set of disks allows to remove the exceeding soil, herb, and damaging plants, to destroy
canalizations made by rodents, to bring again soil and ridge it.
This machine can be used only for the purpose for which it was conceived. Any other employment is
considered improper and the manufacturer cannot be considered responsible for possible damage caused
by the improper use of other uses which are not explicitly specified in this book.

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1.3 MACHINE IDENTIFICATION
The machine is provided with a rating plate that has been fastened in a visible position, as shown in the
picture below (Fig. 01).
The plate (Fig. 02) shows the identification data:
FOR ANY COMMUNICATION, REQUEST OFASSISTANCE, OR SPARE PARTS, ALWAYS
SPECIFYALLTHE DATA WRITTEN ON THE PLATE.
Fig. 01
Fig. 02
~ Manufacturer ~ Machine Model
~ Address ~ Machine Serial Number
~ CE Mark ~ Year of Production

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1.4 SAFETY LABELS
The labels attached on the equipment draw attention to particular risks or give the necessary information
as regards peculiar works to be performed safely.
You will find here below the reproduction of the labels attached on the equipment and their position. The
operator shall verify that they have been steadily attached on the equipment. Should any label not be on
the equipment or be damaged, it will be necessary to inform the person in charge of the safety and then
to address the inquiry to the dealer.
WARNING DESCRIPTION:
1. Before starting to work, read carefully the manual.
2. Before performing any maintenance operation, stop the tractor, lay the equipment on the ground,
switch the engine off and look the manual up.
3. Do not get into the machine.
4. Do not stay between the tractor and the machine.
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1.4.1 DRIVESHAFT SAFETY LABELS
Should the equipment be delivered complete with the driveshaft, you will find below the reproduction of
the labels attached on the joint and their position. The operator shall verify that they have been steadily
attached on the joint. Should any label not be on the joint or be damaged, it will be necessary to obtain a
replacement and affix to the joint.
The driveshaft shall be supplied with its own "use and maintenance handbook" and with a
"Statement of Compliance" with the European safety standards certified by a NOTIFIED BODY.
WARNING:
1. Do not enter the work area of the driveshaft when it is in motion.
Contact can cause serious accidents.
2. Do not wear clothes with belts, hems, or parts that can be hooked.
3. Before starting to work, read carefuly the use handbook.
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1.5 GENERAL SAFETY RULES
⇒Only authorized workers who have been trained to use the equipment described in the
present use and maintenance can use this equipment.
⇒Personnel shall be trained to the use of the machine described in the present use and
maintenance handbook.
⇒When you leave the tractor, even temporarily, verify that the equipment has been laid on the
ground or positioned in such a way as not to be dangerous for the operator and bystanders.
When you leave the tractor, lay the equipment on the ground and turn off both the engine and the
control board. If necessary, set the parking brake.
⇒In case of doubt on what to do during the installation, working and maintenance, switch the
engine of the tractor off and consult the manual or apply to a skilled person.
⇒Start up the equipment only when you are properly seated in the tractor seat driving position.
In case of emergency, immediately switch off the engine of the tractor and the control board.
⇒It is forbidden to perform operations different from those stated in the purpose of the machine.
⇒It is forbidden to tamper, remove, or change the equipment.
⇒It is forbidden to add fittings, optional accessories or other items, which have not been specified or
previously authorized by the manufacturer.
⇒This machine shall not be used by more than one operator at the same time.
⇒When you are using the equipment, be careful to avoid abrupt accelerations, too fast starts and
movements of the tractor.
⇒If the equipment has to be lifted in order to make a shifting, reduce the speed of the tractor to
avoid jerks.
⇒Before starting to work, check the position of possible electric or similar lines, whether buried, or
aerial, and of gas or water mains.
⇒If the workplace is near high tension long-distance lines, we will remind that, under particular
weather conditions, it is possible to meet with electric discharge of cables towards the ground,
even without the cables being in touch with themselves or with the machine (lightening rod
effect). Therefore, before starting working make sure that the minimum distances from long-
distance line cables are observed and, if necessary, give prominence to the danger zone with
proper means.
⇒Things, people, and animals must keep clear from the range of action of the machine. If this
should happen the operator shall stop the machine until the workplace is vacated.
Before operating with the equipment, the operator shall make sure that no persons are in the range
of action of the equipment.

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1.5 GENERAL SAFETY RULES (Continued)
⇒Do not stay in the range of action of the machine and of the other moving parts when they are
operative. Should this not be the case, the operator shall stop the tractor.
Do not touch the moving parts and do not stay between them.
⇒It is strictly forbidden to lift or transport people or animals with the machine.
⇒As for road circulation, it is necessary to follow the rules of the Highway Code in force in the
area where the machine is used.
⇒It is very important to bear in mind that the equipment carrying and/or towing can influence the
roadholding, steerage, and braking of a tractor. Couple the machine correctly to a tractor having
suitable power and configuration. Read the use and maintenance manual of the tractor.
⇒It is strictly forbidden to stay between the machine and the tractor when the engine is on.
⇒Only personnel in good health, qualified, and having a suitable driving license shall operate
the machine.
⇒At the end of the work lay the equipment on a flat surface sheltered from bad weather.
DO NOT OPERATE THE SET OF DISCS ROTATION CONTROL placed on the control board,
when the set of discs is not working.
DO NOT OPERATE THE SET OF DISCS ROTATION CONTROL placed on the control board,
if the set of discs has been raised from the ground.
⇒During maintenance, disconnect the main switch from the control board and from the electric
system.
⇒The person in charge of the safety shall approve all additional protective measures and operative
procedures.
⇒The user shall assign the running and maintenance tasks and check that these tasks are followed.
⇒The machine shall not be used in any way, which may compromise the safety of people, things,
assets, or the workplace.
Do not tamper with the hydraulic pipe sheathing.
⇒It is forbidden to introduce hands or other things in the equipment area while the machine is on.
Any operation shall be performed after having disconnected the equipment from both the electric
and hydraulic source.
THE MANUFACTURER DECLINES ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR INJURIES TO PEOPLE AND/
OR DAMAGE TO THINGS DUE TO THE NON-OBSERVANCE OF ONE OR MORE OF THE
ABOVE-MENTIONED SAFETY RULES, WHICH ARE AN INTEGRATION OF THE NORMAL
REGULATIONS IN FORCE IN THE WORKPLACE.

These rules concern driveshafts supplied with the equipment or supplied by the customer.
Do not enter the work area of the driveshaft when it is in motion. Contact can cause serious
accidents. Do not wear clothes with belts, hems, or parts that can be hooked. The contact with
rotating elements can cause serious accidents.
Only use the equipment with the original driveshaft, which has to be provided with suitable
length, dimensions, safety devices, and protections.
Before starting to work, verify that both the joint and the tractor, and the
equipment are provided with serviceable protections.
Before starting to work, make sure that the driveshaft has been correctly
fastened to the PTO of the tractor and of the equipment.
Switch the engine off and take the tractor switch key away before
approaching the machine or performing any maintenance.
Transport the driveshaft in a horizontal position to avoid that the
extraction causes accidents or damages the protection.
When the tractor is working, do not exceed the working conditions stated in the handbook and in
the technical specifications of this manual. Avoid overloads and the under stress coupling of the
drive.
During transport and when the machine is working avoid the maximum
elongation of the driveshaft. Under any working condition, the telescopic
pipes shall be placed one upon another of at least 1/3 of their length.
When the machine is working, the angles of the joint shall be contained and equal. Let out the
drive when performing maneuvers with joint angles exceeding 25°.
Fix the chains so as to allow the joint articulation under any working and
transport condition.
Do not use the chains to transport or to hold the driveshaft at the end of
the work. Us a proper support.
Do not use the driveshaft as a support or a foot board.
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1.5.1 DRIVESHAFT GENERAL SAFETY RULES

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2 TECHNICAL INFORMATION
2.1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Quantity of oil in the tank: 13 Gallons
Hydraulic oil: ISO 46 (with antifoaming addition agents)
Hydraulic oil pressure: Max. 120 bar
Right rotation PTO, max. 540 r.p.m. Using Max. 450 r.p.m.
Power supply: 12 Vcc
2.2 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM DIAGRAM - SINGLE PUMP, LIQUID CONTROLS
REF. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 Filter
2 Set of Discs
3 Tank
4 Gear Reduction
5 Pump
6 Remote Hydraulic Valves
7 Remote Hydraulic Valve
8 Hydraulic Cylinder For
Head Raising
9 Hydraulic Cylinder For Set
of Discs Back In
10 Hydraulic Cylinder For Lateral
Set of Discs Sliding Out
CONTROL MOVEMENTS:
A Set of Discs Rotation Control
B Head Control
C Set of Discs Sliding Out Control
D Set of Discs Back In Control

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2.3 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM DIAGRAM - SINGLE PUMP, ELECTRIC CONTROLS
REF. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 Pressure Relief Valve
2 Filter (Delivery)
3 Filter
4 Tank
5 Gear Reduction
6 Pump
7 Set of Discs Remote Electric
Valve
8 Set of Discs
9 Remote Electric Valves
10 Remote Hydraulic Valve
11 Hydraulic cylinder For Head
Raising
12 Hydraulic Cylinder For Lateral
Set of Discs Sliding Out
13 Hydraulic Cylinder For Set Of
Discs Back In
CONTROL MOVEMENTS:
1A & 1B Head Control
2A & 2B Set of Discs Sliding Out Control
3A & 3B Set of Discs Back In Control
4A & 4B Set of Discs Rotation Control

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2.4 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM DIAGRAM - DOUBLE PUMP, ELECTRIC CONTROLS
REF. NO. DESCRIPTION
1 Set of Discs Remote
Electric Valve
2 Filter (Delivery)
3 Filter
4 Gear Reduction
5 Pump 1
6 Pump 2
7 Tank
8 Set of Discs
9 Remote Electric Valves
10 Hydraulic Cylinder For Head
Raising Control
11 Remote Hydraulic Valve
12 Hydraulic Cylinder For Lateral
Set of Discs Sliding Out
13 Hydraulic Cylinder For Set Of
Discs Back In
CONTROL MOVEMENTS:
1A & 1B Head Control
2A & 2B Set of Discs Sliding Out Control
3A & 3B Set of Discs Back In Control
4A & 4B Set of Discs Rotation Control

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3 PACKAGING
3.1 UNPACKING
3.2 PACKAGE DISPOSAL
If the equipment is delivered with its package, it will be wrapped in a nylon cover and, if necessary,
placed on a pallet. (Fig. 03)
Cut both the safety band straps (Pos. 1) and the nylon sealing tape to remove the package, being careful
not to damage the machine, parts of it, and/or the accessories, if any, packed on the frame.
Remove the accessories, if any, which lay on the main frame of the equipment.
Check that the contents comply with both the order and the documents.
As for shifting and transport, see Section 4.
The customer is in charge of the package disposal in compliance with the law in force.
Any package component (i.e. plastic bags, polystyrene, nails, nylon, bands, and other things) constitutes
a hazard to children and MUST BE KEPT AWAY from them.
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Fig. 03

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4 TRANSPORT
4.1 HANDLING & TRANSPORTING
If the machine has been placed on a pallet, it shall be handled and transported through appropriate equip-
ment provided with forks. The machine transport and handling shall be carried out in compliance with
both the law in force and the regulations concerning handling, transport, and hoisting of loads.
The machine, without package, shall be loaded and unloaded by means of bands, ropes, and chains prop-
erly placed on the upper attachment of the main frame.
Hoisting shall be carried out as shown in (Fig. 04).
Fig. 04

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4.2 HANDLING & TRANSPORT WARNINGS
⇒Loading and unloading shall be performed with ropes or hoisting equipment in compliance with
the law and the directions provided in the previous section.
⇒Check that belts, ropes, and other hoisting equipment have been made in accordance with the law
in force and are provided with the relative plates attesting their law compliance.
⇒MAKE SURE THAT THE MAXIMUM CAPACITY OF BELTS, ROPES, OR OTHER
HOISTING EQUIPMENT IS HIGHER THAN THE EQUIPMENT TOTAL WEIGHT.
⇒Check that belts, ropes, or other hoisting equipment are in good condition.
⇒It is strictly forbidden for things and/or people to stay in the proximity of the machine in the
loading/unloading area and transport during loading and unloading.
⇒Do not make sharp maneuvers with the hoisting equipment while the load is raising or
descending.
⇒Pay the maximum attention during all handling operations in order to avoid any damage
to the equipment.
⇒Observe internal regulations and the laws concerning hoisting and transport.
⇒IT IS FORBIDDEN TO GET NEAR OR WALK UNDER HANDING LOADS.
GEARMORE DECLINES ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR POSSIBLE DAMAGE OR INJURY
CAUSED BYANYACTION OCCURRED DURING THE MACHINE LOADING OR UNLOADING.