Appropriate Use - MASSEY FERGUSON Combines MF 7340 Workshop Service Manual

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2.3 Appropriate use

These combines are designed as self-propelled units with a diesel engine.
The machines are manufactured exclusively for agricultural purposes, i.e. for harvesting cereal, seed, rice,
maize, soya etc. by cutting or picking up from the swath, threshing and separating the grains from the ears,
delivering the grains in the grain tank and unloading them into the grain wagon.
Machine performance may be limited by various factors such as harvesting speed, weather conditions,
ground characteristics and the type and degree of ripeness of the crop.
When operating the machine, make sure the cab doors are shut. The operator and instructor, if present,
must remain seated in their respective seats with their seatbelts fastened (the operator should not drive
the machine when standing).
The machines may be operated only by skilled personnel, who are thoroughly familiar with all the
machine's functions and harvesting techniques.
If the ground is uniform and the tires offer sufficient grip, the machine stability is ensured on the following
inclinations:
• 20% (11°) longitudinally (uphill and downhill)
• 20% (11°) crosswise
These models are designed for working on level ground to ensure even distribution of the crop inside the
machine.
These models HAVE NOT been developed for working on sloping ground.
CAUTION: It is not permitted to drive on public roads with product inside of the grain tank.
Header models (please see the specific Operator's Manual)
These combines can be equipped with a cutting table with a cutting width of 420, 480, 540 or 600 cm.
NOTE: In this manual, the term "header/s" signifies both the cutting table and the maize header. The term
"cutting table" refers to the assembly consisting of reel, cutting bar, table auger, etc. used to harvest grain,
barley, rice, soya, etc. The term "maize header" refers to the equipment formed by stalk grippers, stripping
blades, conveyor chains, etc. used for maize harvesting.
Combines 2-9
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