Open And Close The Rear Equipment; Transport - maschio Gaspardo PA1 Gebrauch Und Wartung

4.3 OPEN AND CLOSE THE REAR EQUIPMENT

For the closing and opening of the rear equipment, follow the
instructions given in the relevant User and Maintenance Booklet.
The folding machine has been de- signed for use by a single
operator in order to prevent accidents in the case of incorrect
manoeuvres .
When using the implement for the fi rst time, check that the
machine and trac- tor are compatible with each other. Check
the total weight and weight on each axle. Particularly check
that the percentage of residual weight on the front axle of the
tractor complies with the Highway Code prescriptions.
If necessary, weight the front and check again .

4.4 TRANSPORT

If it becomes necessary to transport the machine for a long distance,
it can be loaded onto a railway wagon or a truck. For this purpose,
consult «Technical Data» for weight and speci c dimensions. The
latter are very useful to check the possibility of driving along all
types of roads.
The machine is generally supplied in a horizontal position with no
packing material.
It is therefore necessary to use a system of hoisting with a crane and
cables, or chains of adequate capacity, hooking onto the machine
at the hoisting points marked with the «hook» symbol (13, Fig. 2).
Before proceeding to the hoisting op- erations, make sure
that any any mo- bile elements of the machine are blocked.
Make sure to use a crane with an adequate hoisting capacity
to lift the machine. Hoist the machine with extreme caution
and transfer it slowly, without jerks or abrupt movements.
The operations of hoisting and trans- port can be very dange-
rous if not carried out with the maximum caution; persons not
directly involved should be moved away. Clean, evacuate the
area and delimit the transfer zone. Check the state, condition
and suit- ability of the means at disposition. Do not touch
suspended loads, keep- ing them at a safe distance.
It most be further ascertained that the operational area is free
of obstacles and that there is suffi cient «escape space», me-
aning an area which is free and secure into which one could
move rapidly in case a load should fall. The surface on which
the machine is to be loaded must be horizontal in or- der to
prevent possible shifting.
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Once the machine is positioned on the vehicle, make sure that it
remains blocked in its position. Fasten the machine on the platform
of the vehicle by means of cables suitable for the mass which must
be blocked (see «Technical Data» for the weight).
The cables must be rmly fastened to the machine and pulled taut
to the anchorage point on the platform. Once transport has been
carried out and before freeing the machine from all its fastenings,
make sure that its state and position are such as not to constitute
danger. Remove the cables and proceed to unloading with the
same means and methods used for loading.
Transit and transporting on the public highways
When driving on the public roads, t on the rear re ector triangles,
side lights and ashing beacon and always make sure that you com-
ply with the Highway Code and any other applicable regulations.
Make sure that the machine dimensions during transfer phases
allow for safe transport when travelling in subways, along narrow
roads, near electrical lines, etc..
Operate the hydraulic cylinder to raise the drive wheel to the road
transport position.
The machine must only be transported by road with the tanks
and hoppers empty and at max speed of 25 km/h.
Before driving on to the public roads with the machine hitched
to the tractor, make sure that the devices listed above and/
or the slow vehicle signal and/or the projecting load signal
op- erate correctly. These indicators must be affi xed to the
rear of the implement in a position where they can be clearly
seen by any other vehicle that drives up behind.
When driving on public roads, be sure to follow the highwaycode
of the country involved.
The tractor used for transporting the equipment must have the
powers shown in the Technical Data table; if necessary, redistribute
the total weights with the addition of ballasts to return balance and
stability to the whole assembly (Cap. 4.2).
For displacements beyond the work area, the equipment must be
placed in the transportation position:
- Where provided for, make all the moving parts come within the
transport width, locking them with the safety devices (toolbars,
row marker arms, row marker discs, etc.).
- Road movements must be performed with all tanks empty.
- Any transport accessories must be provided with suitable signs
and guards.
Upon request the Manufacturer will supply supports and tables for
signaling of dimensions.
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