Cardan Shaft - Uniforest 45M User Manual

2. Cardan shaft

1. Only use such cardan shafts which are recommended by the manufacturer.
2. The cardan shaft protection pipes, protective funnels and attachment protection
must be mounted on the machine and be in perferct condition.
3. Observe the recommended pipe protection in transport and working position.
4. The cardan shaft can only be connected or disconnected, when the cardan
attachment is turned off, the engine has stopped and the ignition key has been
removed.
5. The cardan shaft must always be properly mounted and protected.
6. Secure the cardan shaft agains rotating with a chain.
7. Before switching on the cardan shaft on the tractor make sure that the chosen
speed and direction of rotation match the requirements from the chapter
Technical data.
8. Before switching on the cardan shaft make sure no person is standing in the danger
area of the machine. This rule must also be observed during machine operation.
9. Never switch on the cardan shaft when the engine is turned off.
10. Put the disconnected cardan shaft on the intended holder.
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