SaMASZ FISHER User manual

SaMASZ Sp. z o.o.
Poland, 16-060 Zabłudów, ul. Trawiasta 1
Established
–
1984
NIP PL-966-159-29-76
tel. (+48) (85) 664 70 31
fax (+48) (85) 664 70 41
e-mail: [e-mail]
www.samasz.pl
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
CARRIER WITH HYDRAULIC
EXTENSION
FISHER
IN0937USA001
2016.04.13
EDITION NO. 1
Translation of the original manual
Serial number:

DO NOT
OPERATE THE MACHINE WHEN
ANY UNAUTHORIZED PERSONNEL
IS WITHIN 170' / 50M FROM THE
MACHINE.
NOTE
Keep this manual for future use.
Vocabulary:
Fisher – extension arm, tooling carrier.
Cooperating device – mowing head, attachment type: PT3-190, PT4-250, PG 150,
PG 200.
Vehicle – machine other than tractor, at which the Fisher machine is mounted
(e.g. telescopic loader).
Well-proven design with thousands of machines in regular use in many countries and quality
materials used ensure high durability and reliability of SaMASZ machines.
We congratulate you on the purchase of your new SaMASZ machine and wish you much pleasure
and the very best work results through the years to come.

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Contents page
1. IDENTIFYING THE MACHINE................................................................................................... 2
2. INTRODUCTION........................................................................................................................... 2
3. INTENDED USE ............................................................................................................................ 3
3.1. Technical data............................................................................................................................. 3
3.2. Design and working principle .................................................................................................... 4
3.2.1. Mounting work heads ............................................................................................................ 5
3.3. Equipment and spare parts.......................................................................................................... 5
4. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................................. 5
4.1. General safety rules and regulations........................................................................................... 5
4.2. Transport..................................................................................................................................... 7
4.2.1. Moving machine onto another vehicle for transport.............................................................. 7
4.3. Residual risk ............................................................................................................................... 8
4.3.1. Residual risk assessment........................................................................................................ 9
4.4. Operator's qualifications........................................................................................................... 10
4.5. Safety labels and their meaning................................................................................................ 10
5. OPERATION ................................................................................................................................ 11
5.1. Attaching the carrier to the vehicle .......................................................................................... 11
5.2. Attaching work head to the carrier ........................................................................................... 13
5.3. Preparing the machine for transport ......................................................................................... 14
5.4. Moving the extension arm with mowing head from transport to working position................. 14
5.4.1. Side position ........................................................................................................................ 15
5.4.2. Central position.................................................................................................................... 16
5.5. Operation .................................................................................................................................. 17
5.5.1. Operating control panel ....................................................................................................... 18
5.6. Operating hydraulics ................................................................................................................ 18
5.7. Maintenance and service .......................................................................................................... 18
5.7.1. Daily maintenance ............................................................................................................... 18
5.7.2. After-season maintenance.................................................................................................... 19
5.7.3. Storage ................................................................................................................................. 19
6. LUBRICATION............................................................................................................................ 19
7. MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE .............................................................................................. 20
8. MALFUNCTIONS AND THEIR REPAIR.................................................................................. 20
9. REPAIR AND WITHDRAWAL FROM USE ............................................................................. 21
10. WARRANTY CARD ............................................................................................................ 21
11. WARRANTY TERMS .......................................................................................................... 22
11.1. Warranty claim procedure...................................................................................................... 22
11.2. Warranty repairs record ......................................................................................................... 23

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1. IDENTIFYING THE MACHINE
Data place is attached on the extension arm's beam and the mowing head as shown in Fig. 1.
Fig. 1. Data plate location
Data plate includes:
-
name and adress of the ma
nufacturer,
-
model year,
-
CE marking means, that the produce
-
version number,
conforms to 2006/42/EC Directive and
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machine weight,
harmonized standards,
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id number,
-
machine symbol,
-
barcode.
-
date of manufacture,
NOTE:
Should the contents of the herein manual be unclear, ask the manufacturer or your dealer for
more detailed information on the machine.
2. INTRODUCTION
 This operator’s manual should be considered as the machine's basic equipment. If the machine is
handed over to another user, it should be in working condition, and include this operator's
manual, EC declaration of conformity and its basic equipment.
 This operator’s manual is essential for safe and proper use of this machine and should be read
before anyone operates this machine.
 The machine is manufactured according to international safety rules.
 Respecting recommendations herein shall ensure use safety.
 Please contact the manufacturer if you have any queries relating to the operation and service of
the machine.
 This operator's manual remains an integral part of the machine's equipment.
GENERAL PRECAUTION
When operating the machine always respect warnings and safety
rules marked with this sign.
WARNING!
The machine must not be operated by persons who have not familiarized themselves
with contents of this manual as well as by personnel not holding the required
authorizations to operate tractors and telescopic loaders, children in particular.
WARNING!
Shifting the extension arm with mounted support feet may damage the feet!

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3. INTENDED USE
The FISHER carrier enables aggregation of work heads such as PG 150, PG 200, PT3-190
and PT4-250 with front loaders on tractors and loaders. Application of the carrier allows for
performing simple municipal works such as branch, hedge trimming, etc. with no need of using
an extension arm.
WARNING!
Do not use the machine for purposes other than those listed in this manual.
Otherwise it will be classified as misuse and could release the manufacturer
from responsibility for any damages. The machine should be used, serviced
and repaired only by personnel familiar with its characteristics and with safety
regulations. Tampering with the machine may release the manufacturer from
responsibility for any resulting malfunctions or damages.
3.1. Technical data
The SaMASZ manufactured carrier features the following parameters (Tab. 1):
Tab. 1. General specification
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Minimum transport dimensions
Length [
ft in /
mm]
2
′
6
″
/
760
Width [
ft in /
mm]
7
′
3
″
/
2
,
200
Height [
ft in /
mm]
3
′
1
″
/
940 (
2
′/
620
–
without feet)
Parking feet
2 pcs
Control
Vehicle's hydraulics / operator's panel
Required hydraulic connectors
2 pairs (4 hoses),
I pair - double acting - to control the side shift
and turn cylinders;
II pair - single acting - header operation (PT
saw
-
return hose with case drain);
Hydraulic pressure [bar]
210
Required electric connectors
12V (lighter outlet)
Working range from inside loader [
ft in /
mm]
PT
5
′
9
″
-
9
′
3
″
/
1,750
-
2,810
PG
5
′
6
″
-
8
′
11
″
/
1,670
-
2,730
Movement range
Work head rotation [ ° ]
100
Side shift [
ft in /
mm]
3
′
6
″
/
1,060
Weight with mounting frame [
lbs /
kg]
551 /
250
Max. oil flow capacity for head feeding [
L
/min]
100

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3.2. Design and working principle
Fig. 2. Parts of
The carrier consists of the following basic assemblies:
1
–
Hitch, 6
–
Holder with mounting plate,
2
–
Extension cylinder, 7
–
Control panel,
3
–
Extension arm, 8
–
Support feet,
4
–
Rotary arm, 9
–
Linkage frame,
5
–
Rotation cylinder, 10
–
Safety breakaway device.
The carrier is equipped with removable hitch (1), therefore enabling the machine to be
aggregated with various vehicles. Extension arm (3) mounted in linkage frame (9) enables tooling
movement over the distance of 1.06m, and holder with mounting plate (6) rotates the attached tooling
by 100°.
Demountable support feet (8) facilitate removal of the carrier with the mounted work head.
The Fisher machine is equipped with safety breakaway device (10) to reduce damages to a minimum
on contact with solid obstacles when operating. Control panel (7) enables selection of hydraulic parts
to be fed from the vehicle.
1
2 3
4
5
6
7
8
8
9
10

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3.2.1. Mounting work heads
To mount a work head on the FISHER carrier, use mounting plate shown in Fig. 3.
Fig. 3. Work head mounting plate
3.3. Equipment and spare parts
The FISHER carrier is sold with the following standard equipment:
 Warranty card,
 Operator's manual with list of spare parts,
 Spray paint (150ml).
Optional extra equipment:
 Counterweight for EURO II hitch,
 Lock for EURO II hitch,
 Hitch frames.
4. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
4.1. General safety rules and regulations
 The carrier should be controlled only from the operator's station. Do not leave the controls before
the machine operation is over.
 Before leaving the operator's station, lock the controls to prevent any unexpected machine
movements.
 Please make sure that no unauthorized personnel remains within the danger area of at least 164 ft
(50m). Keep particular caution when operating near roads and in stony areas.
 Perform any maintenance and adjustment work only when the drive is disconnected and rotor has
stopped completely.
 When driving on public roads always comply with local traffic regulations, especially on the
warning lights.
CAUTION!
Make sure to perform any service and repair operations with the tractor drive
shut off and after all rotating parts have stopped completely.
WARNING!
Keep children away from the machine when operating and idle.
 Any time when performing repairs on the machine lifted with front loader's or loader's arms, be
certain to secure it against falling with a support.
 When operating the machine, make sure the tractor is always equipped with the operator's cabin.
 Never start the machine if persons or animals are present around the machine.

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 Respect safety labels regarding hazards, and warning signs placed on the machine.
 Before you start the vehicle, the Fisher carrier is aggregated with, make sure that all drives are
turned off and the levers that turn the hydraulics are in neutral position.
 Never leave the vehicle’s engine running without supervision. Before you leave the vehicle, turn
off the engine and remove the key from its ignition.
 Never operate the machine when driving backwards.
 Never get onto the machine.
 Permissible inclination of the machine on a slope when working and during transport is 8°.
Exceeding this incline can result in machine overturn.
 Never stand between vehicle and machine unless the aggregation is secured against moving by
the vehicle’s brake.
 When the parts of the machine need replacement, use only original spare parts as described in the
spare parts list.
 Hydraulic hoses should be periodically checked and if any damage to the hoses have occurred or
if they have been used more than the required period, replace with new ones. Replace only with
hoses conforming to the manufacturer's specifications.
 Period of use of hydraulic hoses should not exceed 5 years (including storage time).
 Before any service works on the hydraulics, stop the vehicle's engine and take the ignition key
out.
 Do not drain oil onto the ground, to the sewerage system, into rivers or lakes. For temporal
storage of used oils use tight tanks only.
 Used oils contain substances harmful for the natural environment and should be delivered to a
proper used oil treatment plant.
 Never use scotch tape to repair hydraulic hoses.
 When connecting hydraulic hoses to the vehicle’s hydraulic connectors, make sure that there is no
pressure in both the vehicle’s and the machine’s hydraulic system.
 Check, and if needed adjust, tightness of hydraulic connectors, as they can become loose during
the operation, what may lead to damaging the engine and the hydraulic pump.
 When operating the hydraulics, always wear protective glasses and gloves. Hydraulic oil leaking
under pressure (16MPa) may penetrate the skin and cause its infection thereafter. If this occurred,
immediately visit a doctor.
 The machine should be stored under a roof and in a way as to not be hazardous both to people or
animals.
 Mount and dismount the machine on even and paved surface while keeping particular attention.
 Before moving, make sure whether there are no unauthorized personnel directly nearby the
machine, give an acoustic signal.
 For any break in the machinery operation turn off the drive.
 Periodically check bolts and other fasteners. Do not operate with damaged or worn fasteners.
 Do not operate the machine after dusk.
 Do not leave the aggregate on slopes without any protection.
 Do not leave the tractor's cabin or loader when driving.
 In the event of a serious failure, stop the machine's drive, turn off the vehicle's engine and take
out the ignition key. Then call for technical service, and if an accident (in this case: road accident)
occurs, respect first aid rules and contact responsible authorities.
 Do not transport any persons on the machine.

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4.2. Transport
 Have all persons (children in particular) not involved in the actual work with the machine move
away from the area and limit the zone where the operations are to be carried out.
 For transport convert the machine to transport position (it. 5.3).
 Before the vehicle mounted machine is set in its transport position, make sure that all rotating
parts have come to a complete standstill.
 Do not drive over 16 mph / 25 km/h.
 Drive slower if road conditions are poor, especially on irregular surfaces or steep slopes.
4.2.1. Moving machine onto another vehicle for transport
The driver and the carrier are responsible for the machine's transport safety. Any equipment and
parts must be secured for transport. To put the machine onto another vehicle in a safe way, please
obey the following rules:
 Grab machine by any lifting devices only in places indicated by hook sign (Fig. 5),
 For machine lifting, use only lifting devices with hoisting capacity larger than machine’s weight
shown in data plate. This also applies to ropes and chains used for lifting,
 Do not lift if transport belts, belt suspensions, ropes are damaged. Whenever damage to these
parts occurs, replace with new ones,
 When mounting slings, chains, handles etc., always set the machine's center of gravity properly
(Fig. 4),
 To safely support the machine, use belts of adequate length so that the angle between them is no
greater than 120°, and the angle between the strand and the vertical is no greater than 60°,
 Collapsible parts should be blocked in transport position,
 No one should be within the range of action of the machine lifting when any transporting
operations are being carried out,
 The machine should be protected from shifting on the vehicle's trailer,
 Before transporting in the given position (Fig. 5), check whether the rotary arm is secured with
pin (S).
Fig. 4. Location of center of gravity

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Fig. 5. Moving machine onto another vehicle
WARNING!
Securing the maneuver area and providing safety for operation performed is
the responsibility of the person in charge of moving of the machine.
4.3. Residual risk
Despite the fact, that SaMASZ Sp. z o.o. Białystok company –the manufacturer of the machine
takes the responsibility for the machine design and manufacturing, in order to eliminate hazard,
certain risk when operating the machine is unavoidable.
Major source of risk results from the following operations:
 operation of machine by minors and operators not being familiarized with operator's manual,
 operation of machine by personnel under influence of alcohol or other abusive substances,
 failure to keep caution while transporting and moving the machine during operation,
 transport of personnel on the machine,
 presence of personnel and animals within the machine operating range,
 service and adjustment operations with engine running.
1. Risk of being caught or pulled in
This risk occurs when (1) changing position of the machine, (2) operating near rotating parts,
and (3) working without safety guards.
During operation, maintenance and adjustment, always wear protective gloves, shoes and
clothing without loose elements, belts, etc. Always respect warnings on safety labels attached to the
machine.
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2. Risk of cutting injury
This risk is present when replacing working parts with sharp edges. During any maintenance
and repair works, always wear safety gloves.
3. Risk of injury from liquid ejection out of hydraulic system
When connecting hydraulic hoses to and from both the vehicle’s and the tooling carrier's
hydraulic connectors, make sure that there is no pressure in both the vehicle’s and the machine’s
hydraulic system.
When operating the hydraulics, always wear protective glasses and gloves. Regularly check
hydraulic hoses for leaks.
NOTE:
Present residual risk results mainly from erroneous actions of the machine’s operator and
failure to follow the instruction manual.
4. Forbidden actions
During machine’s operation, do not do the following:
 never unblock the machine, make any regulations or repairs of the machine while it is in motion,
 never change order of operation and maintenance activities described in operator’s manual,
 never operate the machine when it is not in working order or has damaged safety guards,
 never get your hands and legs close to rotating parts of the machine,
 during repair and maintenance of the machine, always comply with descriptions included in
operator’s manual; always do these activities when the vehicle’s drive is off,
 before any works, focus your attention solely on the tasks to do,
 never operate the machine under influence of alcohol, drugs, or strong medicines that impair your
attention,
 do not wear clothes or jewelry that are too loose or too tight. Too loose clothing or jewelry may
be pulled in by the rotating parts of the machine,
 the machine should not be operated by children or by handicapped people.
When describing residual risk, the work head complies with the state of the art in technology on
the date it was manufactured.
NOTE:
Despite following the specified instructions and prohibitions, residual risk is still present.
4.3.1. Residual risk assessment
Such risk can be minimized by doing the following:
 thorough familiarizing yourself with operator’s manual,
 allow no persons within the machine operation range,
 adjust, maintain and lubricate the machine with the engine off,
 only skilled persons should perform repairs of the machine,
 operate the machine after having learned the operator’s manual,
 protect the machine against access of children and any unauthorized personnel,
When the risk of exposure to noise cannot be avoided or eliminated by any
protective means or organization of work, the employer must:
1) provide the operator with individual means of noise protection if the noise level
in work place exceeds 80 dB.
2) provide the operator with individual means of noise protection and supervise the
correctness of its usage, if the noise level in work place reaches or exceeds
85 dB.

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4.4. Operator's qualifications
The machine and tractor's operator should hold license to drive a tractor, i.e. of the following
categories: B or C (C1) or D (D1). Holding a license to drive a tractor with a trailer is also acceptable;
this applies to categories: T or B+E or C+E or D+E. To operate the machine no special medical
certificates, or additional qualifications are required. It is sufficient to receive instructions given by
the SaMASZ personnel at the machine commissioning.
4.5. Safety labels and their meaning
IMPORTANT
 All warning labels should be clean and legible,
 Lost or damaged labels must be replaced,
 New labels can be ordered at the Manufacturer.
N-03
Read the operator’s manual before
use
N-04
Before any service or repair
disconnect the power supply
N-07
O Do not operate the if any
personnel remains within 164 ft
(50m) from the machine
N-11
Lubrication points
N-40
Transport holder for machine
handling
N-50
Do not remain in the machine
swinging area
N-52
Wear protective gloves
N-117
Avoid contact with liquid coming out
under pressure
NOTE:
Any spare part used for repair of the machine should have all safety labels provided by the
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Fig. 6. Location of safety labels on the machine
5. OPERATION
NOTE:
For the machine storing period, cylinder rods are lubricated at SaMASZ with protective
grease in order to protect them against weather conditions that can shorten their service life.
Before any operation with the machine remove excess grease coming out of cylinder rods.
5.1. Attaching the carrier to the vehicle
Mount the carrier on front loader's or loader-excavator's holder (Fig. 7) and secure as
recommended by the holder's manufacturer.
Du to hitch interchangeability, the Fisher carrier can be aggregated with various vehicles (Fig. 8).
Ask manufacturer or your dealer on hitch availability.

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Fig. 7. Attaching carrier to front loader
Fig. 8. The Fisher carrier connections

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After having mounted the carrier, connect hydraulic hoses (A) for side shift and tooling
rotation supply and hoses (B) for work head supply (PT circular saw, PG branch grinder) (Fig. 8).
Remember to adjust oil flow rate [L/min] to work head's demand – see Tab. 1.
WARNING!
If Fisher is aggregated with PT circular saw, the motor of which has no third
oil separation pipe, then the return hose (B - female connector) must be
connected to a connector on a vehicle with pressure-less return line. Otherwise
hydraulic motor can be damaged.
If the vehicle has no hydraulic connector with pressure-less return line, refer to
the instruction manual, or consult the vehicle's manufacturer where pressure-
less return line can be connected to the tank.
Depending on the type of vehicle, with which the carrier is aggregated, it is allowable to
replace connectors or extend hydraulic hoses on the user's own. If the oil flow rate is not adequate,
SaMASZ offers ZH hydraulic power pack to be mounted on the rear 3-point linkage, Cat. II with
maximum flow of 130L/min – pressure 200bar.
WARNING!
Extending or using too thin hydraulic hoses for work head supply can lead to
overheating the pack, improper operation of the tooling attached or its damage.
Connect 3-pin controller plug (C) to corresponding socket on the machine, and lighter outlet
(D) to 12V cigarette outlet.
WARNING!
When connecting hydraulic hoses and electric cables to front loader's arms, in
machine rotation points, provide and leave some allowance, so that during the
operation they are not damaged.
5.2. Attaching work head to the carrier
The Fisher carrier enables aggregation of the following work heads: PG 150, PG 200, PT3-190,
PT4-250. To attach a work head to the carrier:
 position the vehicle and the carrier set, so that the holder with mounting plate (Fig. 2, item 6)
overlaps the head's plate;
 using six M14 bolt connections (B) joint the two plates together. Tighten the bolts with torque
corresponding to their property classes (Tab. 2). Central M30 bolt connection (C) is not required,
however it facilitates the head rotation by 180°, if needed;
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Fig. 9. Attaching work head to the carrier
To detach a work head, follow the same steps, position the machine on an even ground and
turn the vehicle's drive on. Then disconnect the push-in fittings and loosen bolts in mounting holder.
NOTE:
The carrier is equipped with a set of hydraulic push-in fittings for quick work head mounting
and demounting.
5.3. Preparing the machine for transport
To prepare the machine for transport do the following:
 lift the machine approx. 0.2m above the ground;
 remove support feet (A) (Fig. 9);
 check whether rotary arm is secured with pin (S) (Fig. 5), otherwise – secure the arm with pin;
 if the carrier has circular saw or branch trimmer mounted on, protect the sharp edges.
5.4. Moving the extension arm with mowing head from transport to working position
The Fisher carrier enables operation in side and central position.

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5.4.1. Side position
To set the machine in side position, do the following (Fig. 10):
 In order to improve safety lower the machine as low as possible and set it in such way that axis of
rotation (P) of the arm is vertical;
 Unlock and remove pin (S), turn the arm by 180° and secure again with pin (S) – longitudinal
opening;
 Install safety breakaway device (D) by joining the rotary arm with the extension arm.
Fig. 10. Setting carrier in side working position
180°
(P)
(S)
(D)

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5.4.2. Central position
To set the machine in central position, do the following (Fig. 11):
 In order to improve safety lower the machine as low as possible and set it in such way that axis of
rotation (P) of the arm is vertical;
 Unlock and remove pin (S), and then deflect the arm;
 Install safety breakaway device (D) in the place shown by joining the rotary arm with the
suspension frame.
Fig. 11. Setting carrier in central working position
(S)
(D)
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5.5. Operation
WARNING!
Before operating learn the operator's manual for the attached work head.
Please note that in working position, and with the arm extended to its maximum in particular, the
centre of gravity is shifted. To improve the vehicle's stability it is recommended that with EURO type
hitch – lock (A) counterweight (B) are used (Fig. 12).
Fig. 12. Counterweight on Fisher carrier
Fig. 13. Working position

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5.5.1. Operating control panel
The panel is used to choose a cylinder (either shift or rotation) to be operated with the vehicle's
hydraulics. For panel installation description, see section 5.1 herein (Fig. 8).
Fig. 14. Control panel
5.6. Operating hydraulics
Periodically check the condition of hydraulic hoses and fittings, and if damaged, replace them
with new ones. Irrespective of the above replace hydraulic hoses every 5 years including their storage
time. In the winter period it is recommended to store the machine in a dry, well ventilated room,
paying attention that hydraulic hoses are not deflected.
NOTE:
Oil used in hydraulic circuits is toxic. Before any servicing, oil replacement, the
operator should wear protective clothing.
Strictly follow the valid regulation on hazardous waste. Used oils should be drained to
special containers and taken to a specialized used oil treatment plant.
5.7. Maintenance and service
5.7.1. Daily maintenance
When you finish each day of operation carry out the following maintenance:
 remove any grass, mud, etc. from the machine,
 inspect all visible parts and components and their connections; tighten all loose bolts and nuts and
replace all damaged and/or worn parts,
 lubricate all pins and cylinder joints,
 visually check technical condition of the hydraulics: fasteners for tightness. When any
malfunctions are found, tighten the fasteners and replace seals.
 check technical condition of connections between the machine and the vehicle.
LED indicator for
cylinder selection
– shift
Switch
LED indicator for
cylinder selection
–
rotation