PRONAR PDK220 Operator's Manual page 41

SECTION 4
• operate PTO drive at low engine RPM.
Engage mower's drive for a few minutes and in the meantime check the following:
• that there is no knocking or noise in the drive system arising from scraping or grinding
of metal elements,
• whether there is excessive vibration in the cutting unit,
• synchronised rotation of cutting unit,
ATTENTION!
Before using the mower always check its technical condition. In particular check the
technical condition of the cutting unit, linkage, drive system, and integrity of protective
guards.
The mower's operation at no load should be smooth. Shaking of drive transmission, cutting
unit and whole machine is not acceptable, nor is changed noise and vibrations coming from
loose nut and bolt connections. After stopping mower and turning off engine, check fastening
of cutting blades. Check that gear oil does not leak from reduction gear and cutter bar.
DANGER
Before using the mower, the user must carefully read this operator's manual.
Careless and improper use and operation of the mower, and non-compliance with the
recommendations given in this operator's manual is dangerous to your health.
The mower must never be used by persons, who are not authorised to drive agricultural
tractors, including children and people under the influence of alcohol or other drugs.
Non-compliance with the safety rules of this Operator's Manual can be dangerous to the
health and life of the operator and others.
Before starting the mower, make sure that there are no bystanders in the danger zone.
If any faults are detected they must be identified and rectified. If a fault cannot be rectified or
the repair could void the warranty, please contact retailer for additional clarifications.
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