
Hydraulics
The hydraulic system is under high pressure.
Escaping uid can penetrate the skin and cause
serious injuries. In the event of injury, consult a
doctor immediately.
The machine's hydraulics has several functions,
which can cause injury to persons or damage to
the machine if operated incorrectly.
¾Do not connect hydraulic hoses to the tractor
before both the hydraulics on machine and
tractor are de-pressurised.
¾Lower all hydraulically lifted parts (e.g. wings,
packer, undercarriage, etc.) to the ground
before performing any work on the hydraulic
system. Depressurise the hydraulics on the
tractor and implement side.
¾The hydraulic system is under high pressure.
Check all lines, hoses and screwed con-
nections regularly for leaks and any visible
external damage!
¾Allow hydraulic oil and hydraulic components
heated during operation to cool down before
any work on the hydraulic system.
¾Use only appropriate means when searching
for leaks. Repair any damage immediately!
Oil sprays can cause injuries and re!
¾Power sockets and connectors on the hydrau-
lic connections should be marked in order to
exclude operating errors.
¾In the case of injury, contact a doctor imme-
diately!
¾Secure and lock the control unit on the tractor
if not in use!
¾Replace hydraulic hoses at the latest after six
years, see Maintenance overview.
Pressure accumulator
The hydraulic system may be equipped with
pressure accumulators.
¾Do not open or work (welding, drilling) on
pressure accumulators. Even when empty,
the tanks are still preloaded by gas pressure.
The hydraulics must be depressurized before
maintenance!
Brake system
Depending on the equipment, the machines can
be equipped with a pneumatically or hydrauli-
cally operated service brake system.
For road travel the brake system must always
be connected and fully functional.
¾After coupling the machine and before trans-
portation you should always check the func-
tion and condition of the brake system.
¾Always release the parking brake before start-
ing to drive.
¾Always secure the machine against rolling
away and apply the parking brake before
unhitching.
Adjustments and repair work on the brake sys-
tem must only be carried out in a professional
workshop or by an operator, who has been
specially trained by HORSCH.
Overhead lines
When unfolding or folding the wings, the ma-
chine may reach the height of overhead lines.
Possible voltage ashover to the machine caus-
ing fatal electric shock or re.
¾Keep a safe distance to electric high voltage
power lines with the folded up machine or when
unfolding or folding the machine.
¾Do not unfold or fold the wings in the vicinity
of pylons and power lines.
¾Never leave or access the machine under
overhead lines to avoid possible risks of
electric shock or voltage ashover.
What to do in case of voltage ashover
Voltage ashover generates high electric volt-
ages on the outside of the machine. This results
in extreme voltage dierences at the ground
around the machine. Wide strides, laying on the
ground or supporting yourself with your hands
on the ground can cause life-threatening electric
currents (pace voltage).
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