Krone Swadro TC 640 User manual

Original operating instructions
Rotary Rake
Swadro TC 640
(from serial no.: 1 000 245)
Order no.: 150 000 686 03 en
26.09.2018

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EC Declaration of Conformity
We
Maschinenfabrik Krone Beteiligungs-GmbH
Heinrich-Krone-Str. 10, D-48480 Spelle
hereby declare as manufacturer of the product named below, on our sole responsibility,
that the
Machine: Rotor Rake
Type: Swadro TC 640
to which this declaration refers is in compliance with the following relevant provisions of:
• EC Directive 2006/42/EC (machines).
The undersigned Managing Director is authorised to compile the technical documents.
Spelle, 01.08.2017
Dr.-Ing. Josef Horstmann
(Managing Director, Design & Development)
Year of manufacture:
Machine no.:

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1 Table of Contents
1Table of Contents ................................................................................................................................... 3
2To this Document ................................................................................................................................... 6
2.1 Validity ................................................................................................................................................ 6
2.2 Re-Ordering ........................................................................................................................................ 6
2.3 Further applicable documents ............................................................................................................ 6
2.4 Target group of this document ........................................................................................................... 6
2.5 How to use this document .................................................................................................................. 6
2.5.1 Directories and References ........................................................................................................ 6
2.5.2 Direction Information ................................................................................................................... 7
2.5.3 Term “Machine” ........................................................................................................................... 7
2.5.4 Figures ........................................................................................................................................ 7
2.5.5 Scope of Document..................................................................................................................... 7
2.5.6 Means of representation ............................................................................................................. 7
2.5.7 Conversion table ....................................................................................................................... 10
3Safety ..................................................................................................................................................... 11
3.1 Intended use ..................................................................................................................................... 11
3.2 Reasonably foreseeable misuse ...................................................................................................... 11
3.3 Service life of the machine ............................................................................................................... 12
3.4 Basic safety instructions ................................................................................................................... 12
3.4.1 Importance of the operating instructions ................................................................................... 12
3.4.2 Personnel qualification .............................................................................................................. 13
3.4.3 Children in danger ..................................................................................................................... 13
3.4.4 Coupling .................................................................................................................................... 13
3.4.5 Structural changes to the machine ........................................................................................... 13
3.4.6 Additional equipment and spare parts ...................................................................................... 14
3.4.7 Workstations on the Machine .................................................................................................... 14
3.4.8 Operational safety: Technically perfect condition ..................................................................... 14
3.4.9 Danger zones ............................................................................................................................ 16
3.4.10 Keeping safety devices functional ............................................................................................. 18
3.4.11 Personal Protective Equipment ................................................................................................. 18
3.4.12 Safety signs on the machine ..................................................................................................... 19
3.4.13 Traffic safety .............................................................................................................................. 19
3.4.14 Parking the machine safely ....................................................................................................... 20
3.4.15 Consumables ............................................................................................................................ 20
3.4.16 Sources of danger on the machine ........................................................................................... 21
3.4.17 Dangers associated with certain activities: Work on the machine ............................................ 22
3.4.18 Dangers associated with certain activities: Working on wheels and tyres ................................ 23
3.4.19 Behaviour in hazardous situations and when accidents occur ................................................. 23
3.5 Safety routines ................................................................................................................................. 24
3.5.1 Stopping and securing the machine .......................................................................................... 24
3.5.2 Supporting lifted machine and machine parts securely ............................................................ 24
3.5.3 Safely checking the oil level and changing the oil and filter element ........................................ 25
3.6 Safety stickers on the machine ........................................................................................................ 26
3.6.1 Position and meaning of the safety stickers on the machine .................................................... 26
3.6.2 Re-Ordering Safety Labels and Information Labels .................................................................. 30
3.6.3 Attaching Safety Labels and Information Labels ...................................................................... 30
3.6.4 Contact ...................................................................................................................................... 30

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3.7 Safety Equipment ............................................................................................................................. 31
4Machine Description ............................................................................................................................ 32
4.1 Machine overview ............................................................................................................................. 32
4.2 Identification Plate ............................................................................................................................ 34
4.3 Information Required for Questions and Orders .............................................................................. 34
4.4Overload protection .......................................................................................................................... 35
5Technical Data of the Machine ............................................................................................................ 36
5.1 Technical data .................................................................................................................................. 36
5.2 Consumables ................................................................................................................................... 38
5.3 Tyres ................................................................................................................................................ 38
6Control and Display Elements ............................................................................................................ 39
7Commissioning..................................................................................................................................... 40
7.1 First installation ................................................................................................................................ 40
7.2 Preparations on tractor ..................................................................................................................... 41
7.2.1 Adjusting the lower suspension arms ....................................................................................... 41
7.3 Connecting the Lower Link ............................................................................................................... 41
7.4 PTO shaft ......................................................................................................................................... 42
7.4.1 Length adjustment..................................................................................................................... 42
7.5 Regulating direction of travel ............................................................................................................ 43
7.6 Checking / Setting Distance Between Tine Arm and Outrigger Arm ............................................... 44
7.7 Basic Setting of Rotor Inclination ..................................................................................................... 45
8Start-up .................................................................................................................................................. 46
8.1 Preparations on tractor ..................................................................................................................... 47
8.1.1 Adjusting the lower suspension arms ....................................................................................... 47
8.2 Connect the machine to the tractor .................................................................................................. 48
8.3 Connecting the hydraulic lines ......................................................................................................... 49
8.4 Lighting connection .......................................................................................................................... 50
8.5 Install the PTO shaft ......................................................................................................................... 51
8.6 Using the safety chain ...................................................................................................................... 52
8.7 Swivelling parking support into transport position ............................................................................ 54
9Operation ............................................................................................................................................... 55
9.1 Locking/releasing stop cock ............................................................................................................. 55
9.2 Removing the tine protections from the tine tips .............................................................................. 56
9.3 Lowering Outrigger Arms into Working Position .............................................................................. 56
9.4Swivel tine arms to working position. ............................................................................................... 57
9.4.1 With rigid tine arms design ........................................................................................................ 57
9.4.2 For design with collapsible tine arm .......................................................................................... 58
9.5 Move the hoop guards to the working position. ............................................................................... 59
9.6 Travelling speed und drive speed .................................................................................................... 60
9.7 Swathing ........................................................................................................................................... 60
9.8 Move the hoop guards to transport position. .................................................................................... 61
9.9 Swivelling tine arms into transport position ...................................................................................... 62
9.9.1 With rigid tine arms design ........................................................................................................ 62
9.9.2 For design with collapsible tine arm .......................................................................................... 63
9.10 Raising Outrigger Arms into Transport Position ............................................................................... 64
9.11 Protecting the tine tips (transport position and rotary rake switched off) ......................................... 65
10 Driving and Transport .......................................................................................................................... 66
10.1 Preparations for road travel .............................................................................................................. 67

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10.2 Driving on Slopes ............................................................................................................................. 68
10.3 Switching off the machine ................................................................................................................ 69
11 Settings ................................................................................................................................................. 70
11.1 Setting the Working Height .............................................................................................................. 71
11.1.1 With mechanically adjustable working height ........................................................................... 71
11.2 Adjusting the Working Width ............................................................................................................ 72
11.3 Setting the Rotor Inclination ............................................................................................................. 74
11.3.1 Rotor chassis (serial) ................................................................................................................ 74
11.3.2 For the “Trailing Guide Wheels” Version .................................................................................. 76
11.4 Fixing the Trailing Guide Wheels ..................................................................................................... 77
12 Maintenance .......................................................................................................................................... 79
12.1 Spare Parts ...................................................................................................................................... 79
12.2 Maintenance table ............................................................................................................................ 80
12.3 Tightening torques ............................................................................................................................ 81
12.3.1 Metric Thread Screws with Control Thread .............................................................................. 81
12.3.2 Metric Thread Screws with Fine Thread ................................................................................... 82
12.3.3 Metric Thread Screws with Countersunk Head and Hexagonal Socket ................................... 82
12.3.4 Tightening Torques for Locking Screws and Bleed Valves on the Gearboxes ........................ 83
12.4 Deviating Torque .............................................................................................................................. 84
12.4.1 Testing the Screws on the Tines ............................................................................................... 84
12.4.2 Torque of Wheels on the Running Gear ................................................................................... 84
12.5 Tyres ................................................................................................................................................ 85
12.5.1 Checking and maintaining tyres ................................................................................................ 85
12.6 Replacing the tine arms (in case of repair) ...................................................................................... 86
12.7 Replacing the tines (in case of repairs) ............................................................................................ 88
13 Maintenance – lubrication ................................................................................................................... 89
13.1 Lubrication Points on the Universal Shafts ...................................................................................... 89
13.2 Lubrication Points on the Machine ................................................................................................... 90
14 Maintenance - hydraulic system ......................................................................................................... 92
14.1 Hydraulic circuit diagram .................................................................................................................. 92
15 Maintenance - Gearbox ........................................................................................................................ 93
15.1 Main gearbox .................................................................................................................................... 94
16 Special equipment ................................................................................................................................ 95
16.1 Tine loss safeguard .......................................................................................................................... 95
16.2 Chain for height restriction of suspension arms ............................................................................... 96
17 Malfunctions - Causes and Remedies ................................................................................................ 97
18 Placing in Storage ................................................................................................................................ 99
18.1 At the End of the Harvest Season .................................................................................................... 99
18.2 Before the Start of the New Season ............................................................................................... 101
19 Disposal of the machine .................................................................................................................... 102
19.1 Disposal of the machine ................................................................................................................. 102
20 Appendix ............................................................................................................................................. 103
20.1 Hydraulic circuit diagram ................................................................................................................ 103
21 Index ....................................................................................................................................................104

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2 To this Document
2.1 Validity
These operating instructions apply to rotor rakes of series:
Swadro TC 640
2.2 Re-Ordering
If this document has become unusable in whole or in part, you can order a replacement, quoting
the document number on the cover sheet. Contact data can be found in the chapter “Contact
persons”.
The document can additionally be downloaded via the KRONE Media Center
http://www.mediathek.krone.de//.
2.3 Further applicable documents
To ensure that the machine is used safely and as intended, observe the following further
applicable documents:
– Operating instructions of universal shaft(s)
2.4 Target group of this document
This document aims at the operators of the machine fulfilling the minimum requirements of
personnel qualification; refer to chapter entitled Safety “Personnel Qualification”.
2.5 How to use this document
2.5.1 Directories and References
Table of contents/headers:
The table of contents as well as the headers in this instruction are used for quick navigation in
the chapters.
Index directory:
In the index directory, you can find information on the desired subject via catchwords which are
in alphabetical order. The index directory can be found on the last page of this instruction.
Cross references:
Cross references to another place in the operating instructions or to another document are in
the text and specify the chapter and subchapter or section. The designation of subchapters or
sections is presented in quotation marks.
Example:
Check that all screws on the machine are tight, refer to chapter Maintenance, “Tightening
Torques”.
The subchapter or the section can be found via an entry in the table of contents and in the index
directory.

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2.5.2 Direction Information
Direction information in this document such as front, rear, right and left always applies in the
direction of travel.
2.5.3 Term “Machine”
Throughout the rest of this document, the “rotor rake” will also be referred to as the “machine”.
2.5.4 Figures
The figures in this document do not always represent the exact machine type. The information
which refers to the figure always corresponds to the machine type of this document.
2.5.5 Scope of Document
In addition to standard equipment, accessories kits and versions of the machine are described
in this document. Your machine may deviate from this document.
2.5.6 Means of representation
Icons in the text
In this document, the following means of representation are used:
Action step
A bullet point () designates an action step you have to perform, as for example:
• Set the left outside mirror.
Sequence of actions
Several bullet points () located in front of a sequence of action steps identify a sequence of
actions to be performed step by step, as for example:
• Loosen counter nut.
• Set the screw.
• Tighten counter nut.
List
Dashes (-) identify lists such as, for example:
– Brakes
– Steering
– Lighting

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Symbols in figures
To visualize parts and actions steps, the following icons are used:
Icon
Explanation
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Reference sign for part
I
Position of a part (e.g. move from pos. I to pos. II)
X
Dimensions (e.g. B = width, H = height, L = length)
Action step: Tighten screws with torque key with specified tightening torque
Direction of motion
Direction of travel
opened
closed
enlargement of display detail
Framings, dimension line, dimension line limitation, reference line for visible parts
or visible mounting material
Framings, dimension line, dimension line limitation, reference line for covered
parts or covered mounting material
Laying routes
LH
Left-hand machine side
RH
Right-hand machine side

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Warning signs
Warning
WARNING! - Type and source of hazard!
Effect: Injuries, serious material damage.
• Measures for hazard prevention.
Caution
CAUTION! - Type and source of hazard!
Effect: Damage to property.
• Measures for risk prevention.
Notes with information and recommendations
Note
Note
Effect: Economic benefit of the machine.
• Measures to be performed.

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2.5.7 Conversion table
By means of the following table, metric units can be converted into US units.
Quantity
SI Units (Metric)
Factor
Inch-Pound Units
Unit Name
Abbreviation
Unit Name
Abbreviation
Area
hectare
ha
2.47105
acre
acres
Flow
liters per
minute
L/min
0.2642
US gallon per
minute
gpm
cubic meter
per hour
m³/h
4.4029
Force
newton
N
0.2248
pound-force
lbf
Length
millimeter
mm
0.03937
inch
in.
meter
m
3.2808
foot
ft.
Power
kilowatt
kW
1.3410
horsepower
hp
Pressure
kilopascal
kPa
0.1450
pound per
square inch
psi
megapascal
MPa
145.0377
bar (non-SI)
bar
14.5038
Torque
newton meter
Nm
0.7376
pound-foot or
foot-pound
ft∙lbf
8.8507
pound-inch or
inch-pound
in∙lbf
Temperature
degree
Celsius
°C
°Cx1.8+32
degree
Fahrenheit
°F
Velocity
meter per
minute
m/min
3.2808
foot per
minute
ft/min
meter per
second
m/s
3.2808
foot per
second
ft/s
kilometer per
hour
km/h
0.6215
miles per
hour
mph
Volume
liter
L
0.2642
US gallon
US gal.
milliliter
ml
0.0338
US ounce
US oz.
cubic
centimeter
cm³
0.0610
cubic inch
in³
Weight
kilogram
kg
2.2046
pound
lbs

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3 Safety
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3.1 Intended use
This machine is a rotor rake and is used to rake up the crops to form swaths.
The crops designated for the intended use of this machine are mown stalk and leaf crops.
The machine is designed exclusively for use in agriculture and may only be used when
– all safety devices are available according to the operating instructions and are in the
protective position.
– all safety instructions of the operating instructions have been observed and complied with,
both in chapter “Basic safety instructions” and directly in the chapters of the operating
instructions.
The machine may be used only by people who satisfy the personnel qualification requirements
designated by the machine manufacturer.
These operating instructions are part of the machine and must therefore be at hand when the
machine is in use. The machine may be operated only when the operator has received training
and in compliance with these operating instructions.
If the machine is used for applications which are not described in these operating instructions,
this may result in serious injuries or death and damage to the machine and other property.
Unauthorised modifications to the machine may affect the properties of the machine or disrupt
the proper operation. For this reason, unauthorised modifications shall exclude any liability of
the manufacturer for consequential damage.
The intended use shall also include the adherence to the operating, maintenance and repair
conditions set by the manufacturer.
3.2 Reasonably foreseeable misuse
Any use beyond the intended use, see chapter Safety, “Intended use”, is regarded as improper
use and is therefore misuse according to the Machinery Directive. The manufacturer is not liable
for damage resulting from this, the user alone bears the risk.
Such misuse is for example:
– Processing of crops which are outside the intended use of the machine, see chapter Safety,
“Intended use”
– Transportation of people
– Transportation of goods
– Exceedance of the permissible technical gross weight
– Non-compliance with the safety labels on the machine and safety notes in the operating
instructions
– Performing troubleshooting, setting, cleaning, repair and maintenance work contrary to the
information in the operating instructions
– Unauthorised modifications to the machine
– Attachment of unauthorised or unapproved additional equipment
– Use of spare parts which are not KRONE original spare parts
– Stationary operation of the machine
Unauthorised modifications to the machine may affect the properties of the machine or disrupt
proper operation. For this reason, unauthorised modifications will exclude any liability of the
manufacturer for consequential damage.

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3.3 Service life of the machine
– The service life of this machine strongly depends on proper use and maintenance as well as
the operating conditions.
– Permanent operational readiness as well as long service life of the machine can be
achieved by observing the instructions and notes of these operating instructions.
– After each season of use, the machine must be checked thoroughly for wear and other
damage.
– Damaged and worn parts must be replaced before placing the machine into service again.
– After the machine has been used for five years, carry out full technical inspection of the
machine. According to the results of this inspection, a decision concerning the possibility of
reuse of the machine should be taken.
3.4 Basic safety instructions
Non-compliance with the safety instructions and warnings
Non-compliance with the safety instructions and warnings may result in injuries and damage to
the environment and property.
3.4.1 Importance of the operating instructions
The operating instructions are an important document and a part of the machine. They are
aimed at the user and contain safety-relevant information.
Only the procedures indicated in the operating instructions are reliable. If the operating
instructions are not observed, people may be seriously injured or killed.
• Before using the machine for the first time, read and follow all the “Basic Safety Instructions”
in the Safety chapter.
• Before working, also read and observe the respective sections in the operating instructions.
• Keep the operating instructions ready to hand for the user of the machine.
• Hand over the operating instructions to subsequent users.

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3.4.2 Personnel qualification
If the machine is not used properly, people may be seriously injured or killed. To avoid
accidents, each person who works with the machine must satisfy the following minimum
requirements:
– He is physically capable of controlling the machine.
– He can work safely with the machine in accordance with these operating instructions.
– He understands the method of operation of the machine within the scope of his work and
can identify and avoid the dangers associated with the work.
– He has read the operating instructions and can implement the information in the operating
instructions accordingly.
– He is familiar with driving vehicles safely.
– For road travel he has adequate knowledge of the highway code and has the stipulated
driving licence.
3.4.3 Children in danger
Children cannot assess danger and behave unpredictably.
As a result, children are especially at risk.
• Keep children away from the machine.
• Keep children away from consumables.
• Especially before starting up and moving the machine, ensure that there are no children in
the danger zone.
3.4.4 Coupling
When tractor and machine are not correctly connected, there is a risk of causing serious
accidents.
• Observe all operating instructions when connecting:
– The operating instructions of the tractor
– The operating instructions of the machine
– The operating instructions of universal shaft
• Observe the changed driving behaviour of the combination.
3.4.5 Structural changes to the machine
Structural changes and enhancements may impair the functionality and operational safety of the
machine. Thus there is a risk of serious injuries or death.
Structural changes and enhancements are not permitted.

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3.4.6 Additional equipment and spare parts
Additional equipment and spare parts which do not comply with the requirements of the
manufacturer may impair the operational safety of the machine and cause accidents.
• To ensure operational safety, use original parts or standard parts which correspond to the
requirements of the manufacturer.
3.4.7 Workstations on the Machine
Control of the moving machine
The moving machine requires the driver to react quickly at any time. Otherwise, the machine
may move in an uncontrolled manner and seriously injure or kill people.
• Start the engine from the driver's seat only.
• Never leave the driver's seat while the machine is moving.
• Never climb in or out of the machine while it is moving.
Passengers
Passengers may be seriously injured by the machine or fall off the machine and get run over.
Ejected objects may strike and injure passengers.
• Never let people ride on the machine.
3.4.8 Operational safety: Technically perfect condition
Operation only when the machine has been started up correctly
If the machine is not started up correctly according to these operating instructions, the
operational safety of the machine is not ensured. As a result, accidents may occur and people
may be seriously injured or killed.
• Do not use the machine unless it has been started up correctly, see chapter Start-up.
Technically perfect condition of the machine
Improper maintenance and adjustment may affect the operational safety of the machine and
cause accidents. As a result, people may be seriously injured or killed.
• Perform all maintenance and adjustment work according to the chapters Maintenance and
Adjustment.
• Before performing any maintenance or adjustment work, shut down and safeguard the
machine, see chapter Safety "Shutting down and safeguarding the machine".

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Danger resulting from damage to the machine
Damage to the machine may impair the operational safety of the machine and cause accidents.
As a result, people may be seriously injured or killed. The following parts of the machine are
particularly important for safety:
– Steering
– Safety devices
– Connecting devices
– Lighting
– Hydraulic system
– Tyres
– Universal shaft
If there are doubts about the operational safety of the machine, for example due to leaking
consumables, visible damage or an unexpected change to the driving behaviour:
• Shut down and safeguard the machine, see chapter Safety, "Shutting down and
safeguarding the machine".
• Immediately eliminate potential causes of damage, for example heavy soiling, or tighten
slack screws.
• If possible, repair the damage according to these operating instructions.
• In the case of damage which may affect operational safety and cannot be repaired
according to these operating instructions: Have damage repaired by a qualified service
centre.
Technical limit values
When the technical limit values of the machine are not met, the machine may be damaged.
Thus there is a risk of accidents, serious injuries or death. With regard to safety, it is of special
importance to comply with the following technical limit values:
– Gross vehicle weight
– Permissible axle load
– Permissible supported load
– Maximum permissible speed
• Meet limit values, refer to chapter entitled “Technical Data”.

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3.4.9 Danger zones
When the machine is switched on, a danger zone may be created around this machine.
To avoid getting into the danger zone of the machine, maintain at least the safety distance.
If the safety distance is not followed, people may be seriously injured or killed.
• Do not switch on the drives and the engine until you are sure that no one has ignored the
safety distance.
• If people ignore the safety distance, switch off the drives.
• Stop the machine in the shunting operation and field mode.
If the danger zone is not observed, people may be seriously injured or killed.
• Keep people away from the danger zone of the tractor and the machine.
• Do not switch on the drives and engine until there is nobody in the danger zone.
The safety clearance is:
– 30 metres in front of the machine while in operation.
– 5 metres in front of the machine when at a standstill.
– 3 metres on either side of the machine.
– 5 metres behind the machine.
• Before working in front of and behind the tractor and in the danger zone of the machine:
Shut down and safeguard the machine, see chapter Safety, "Shutting down and
safeguarding the machine". This also applies to brief inspection work. Many serious
accidents in front of and behind the tractor and the machine occur due to negligence and
running machines.
• Consider the information in all relevant operating instructions.
– The operating instructions for the tractor
– The operating instructions for the machine
– The operating instructions for the universal shaft

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Danger zone between tractor and machine
People standing between the tractor and machine may be seriously injured or killed if the tractor
rolls away or by carelessness or machine movements:
• Before working between tractor and machine: Shutdown and safeguard the machine, refer
to chapter Safety “Shutting Down and Safeguarding the Machine”. This also applies to brief
inspection work.
• If the power lifter has to be actuated, keep all people away from the range of movement of
the power lifter.
Danger zone when drive is switched on
When the drive is switched on, there is a danger to life caused by rotating machine parts. There
must be nobody in the danger zone of the machine.
• Before starting the machine, direct all people out of the danger zone of the machine.
• If hazardous situations arise, switch off drives immediately and instruct people to leave the
danger zone.
Danger zone PTO shaft
People may be caught, pulled in and seriously injured by the PTO shaft and the driven
components.
Before switching on the PTO shaft:
• Make sure that all safety devices are fitted and in the protection position.
• Ensure that there is nobody in the danger zone of PTO shaft and universal shaft.
• Switch off the drives if they are not necessary.
Danger zone universal shaft
People may become caught by the universal shaft, pulled in and seriously injured.
• Observe the operating instructions of the universal shaft.
• Provide the section tube and universal shaft guards with adequate cover.
• Allow the universal shaft locks to engage.
• Attach the chains to prevent the universal shaft guards from rotating with the shaft.
• Ensure that there is nobody in the danger zone of PTO shaft and universal shaft.
• Make sure that the universal shaft guards are attached and functional.
• If the angles between universal shaft and PTO shaft are too large, switch off the PTO shaft.
The machine may be damaged. Parts could be hurled up and hurt people.
Danger zone due to coasting machine parts
When the drives have been switched off, the following machine parts will coast:
– Universal shaft
– Rotor
When machine parts are coasting, people may be seriously injured or killed.
Shut down and safeguard the machine, see chapter Safety, "Shutting down and safeguarding
the machine".
• Do not touch machine parts until they have come to a standstill.

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3.4.10 Keeping safety devices functional
If safety devices are missing or damaged, people may be seriously injured or killed by moving
machine parts.
• Replace damaged safety devices.
• Remount dismounted safety devices and all other parts before start-up and move them to
protective position.
• If it is doubtful whether all safety devices have been correctly installed and are functional,
have a service centre check them.
3.4.11 Personal Protective Equipment
The wearing of personal protective equipment is an important safety measure. Missing or
unsuitable personal protective equipment increases health risks and injuries.
Personal protective equipment is for example:
– Suitable protective gloves
– Safety boots
– Tight-fitting protective clothing
– Hearing protection
– Protective goggles
• Specify and provide personal protective equipment for the particular job.
• Use only personal protective equipment which is in proper condition and offers effective
protection.
• Adjust personal protective equipment to the person, for example the size.
• Remove unsuitable clothing and jewellery (e.g. rings, necklaces) and cover long hair with a
hairnet.
Wear suitable clothing
Loose clothing increases the risk of it becoming caught or wrapped around rotating parts and of
it becoming caught on protruding parts. As a result, people may be seriously injured or killed.
• Wear tight-fitting clothing.
• Never wear rings, chains or other items of jewellery.
• Cover long hair with a hairnet.
• Wear sturdy shoes or protective work boots.

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3.4.12 Safety signs on the machine
Safety stickers on the machine warn of hazards in danger areas and are an important
component of the safety equipment of the machine. Missing safety stickers increase the risk of
serious and fatal injuries.
• Clean dirty safety stickers.
• After cleaning, always check that safety stickers are complete and legible.
• Immediately replace missing, damaged and unrecognisable safety stickers.
• Provide spare parts with the designated safety stickers.
Description, explanation and order numbers of the safety stickers, see chapter Safety, "Safety
stickers on the machine".
3.4.13 Traffic safety
Dangers when driving on roads and in fields
The mounted or attached work machine changes the handling characteristics of the tractor. The
handling characteristics also depend on the operational state and on the ground. If the driver
does not consider changed handling characteristics, he may cause accidents.
• Observe procedures for driving on roads and in fields, see chapter "Driving and
transportation".
Dangers if machine is not prepared properly for road travel
If the machine is not prepared properly for road travel, serious accidents may occur with traffic.
• Before driving on roads, prepare the machine for road travel, refer to chapter Driving and
Transport, “Preparations for Road Travel”.
Dangers when operating the machine on slopes
The machine may tilt when it is used on slopes. As a result, accidents may occur and people
may be seriously injured or killed.
• Do not work and drive on a slope unless the ground of the slope is flat and the adhesion of
the tyres to the ground is ensured.
• Turn the machine at low speed. Turn in a large arc.
• Avoid driving across a slope because the centre of gravity of the machine will be changed
by loading weight and by executing machine functions.
• Avoid jerky steering movements on a slope.

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3.4.14 Parking the machine safely
An improperly parked machine may move uncontrollably or overturn. As a result, people may be
crushed or killed.
• Park the machine on horizontal and level ground capable of bearing the load.
• Before adjusting, repairing, servicing and cleaning the machine, ensure that it is securely
positioned.
• Observe section “Parking the Machine” in chapter Driving and Transport.
Unattended parking
Adults and playing children are at risk from an inadequately secured and unattended parked
machine.
• Before switching off the machine: Shut down and safeguard the machine, see chapter
Safety, "Shutting down and safeguarding the machine".
3.4.15 Consumables
Unsuitable operating materials
Operating materials that do not correspond to the requirements of the manufacturer may impair
the operational safety of the machine and cause accidents.
• Only use operating materials which meet the requirements.
For information on requirements relative to operating materials, refer to chapter Technical Data,
“Operating Materials”.
Environmental protection and disposal
Consumables such as diesel fuel, brake fluid, frost protection agent and lubricants (e. g.
gearbox oil, hydraulic oil) may damage the environment and the health of people.
• Do not release consumables into the environment.
• Fill consumables in a liquid-tight labelled container and dispose of according to the official
regulations.
• Absorb leaked consumables with an absorbent material, fill them in a liquid-tight labelled
container and dispose of them according to the official regulations.