Spearhead Excel 606 Handbook page 8

Spearhead
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Ensure flails are of the type recommended by the manufacturer, are securely
fitted and are undamaged.
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Ensure hydraulic pipes are correctly routed to avoid damage from chafing,
stretching, pinching or kinking.
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Disengage the machine, stop the engine and remove the key before leaving
the tractor cab for any reason.
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Clean up any debris left at the work site.
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Ensure that when you remove the machine from the tractor it is secured in a
safe position using the stands provided.
Never
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Never operate the machine with other people present, as it is possible for
debris, including stones, to be discharged from the front and rear of the flail
head.
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Never operate the machine until you have read and understood the relevant
Handbook and are familiar with the controls.
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Never use a machine that is poorly maintained or has guards that are
damaged or missing
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Never allow an inexperienced person to operate the machine without
supervision.
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Never use or fit a machine onto a tractor if it doesn't meet the manufacturer's
specification.
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Never use a machine if the hydraulic system shows signs of damage.
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Never attempt to detect a hydraulic leak with your hand, use a piece of card.
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Never allow children to play on or around the machine at any time.
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Never attempt any maintenance or adjustment without first disengaging the
PTO, lowering the head to the ground, stopping the tractor engine and
applying the tractor parking brake.
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Never leave the cab without removing the ignition key.
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Never operate the tractor or any controls from any position other than from
the driving seat.
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Never stop the engine with the PTO engaged.
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Never operate with flails missing.
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Never operate PTO above recommended speed, 540 R.P.M.
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Never operate with wire around the rotor. Stop immediately.
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Never use the head at an angle, which may throw debris towards the cab.
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Never attempt to use the machine for any purpose other than that it was
designed for.
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Never transport with the PTO engaged
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Never enter the working area of the machine (risk of injury!)
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Never transport with the controls live, always turn off electrical isolator switch
(red) and disconnect supply.
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