Safety Precautions
For your safety, and the safety of those working
with you, follow these precautions and observe all
decals on the machine.
General Information
Owners should ensure that operators are properly trained
and are familiar with the controls and their functions as
well as the safety instructions contained in the manual
before starting up the machine.
This operator’s handbook should be considered as part
of the machine. It should be available to the operator at
all times during operation of the machine.
The operator and any persons involved in the
maintenance or setting up of the machine - must read
this manual carefully before commencement of work.
Reading the instructions after work has
begun is too late!
When hitching up the separator to the tractor - consult
the tractor manufacturers instruction book for correct
procedures and related safety advice.
Before Starting Work
- Mount the control box securely in the tractor cab in a
position to suit the operator but where it cannot be
operated inadvertently.
- Check the machine to ensure all services are
operational and functioning correctly. Make sure all
guards are in position and locked to prevent access.
- Inspect the field for hazards such as large boulders,
power lines or uneven ground.
- Warn bystanders to keep clear of the machine whilst
working or when hydraulic functions are operational.
- Use personal protective equipment when
circumstances require or to meet legislation. e.g. ear
plugs, dust masks.
During Work
- Always be aware of rotating parts of the machine
which cannot be completely guarded such as P.T.O.
shafts, webs and cross conveyors. During operation
advise personnel to maintain sufficient security
distance.
- Do not run the machine with the guards removed or
with guards in the raised position.
- Never stand or allow others to stand in the space
between the tractor and the machine because of the
danger from the P.T.O. shaft. Likewise do not allow
persons to walk alongside the machine especially
when the cross conveyor is working.
- Never leave the driving position of a moving or
running tractor.
- Always disengage the P.T.O. drive from the tractor,
and disable the tractor by stopping the engine and
removing the ignition keys before reaching into,
adjusting, maintaining, cleaning, repairing or clearing
blockages from the machine.
This also applies when working at the rear of the
machine, inside or under the machine.
- When disabling the machine remember the separator
has both mechanical and hydraulic drives. Putting the
P.T.O. out of gear will not disable hydraulic functions.
- Take care when working to avoid obstacles and when
working in unstable conditions.
- Avoid working across the face of slopes to minimise
the risk of the machine toppling over. Side sloping
inclines above 15° in angle should be avoided. On
machines fitted with a loading elevator this angle
could be reduced significantly. Be extra careful when
turning the machine on uneven ground especially if
the elevator is extended in the working position.
- When reversing the machine or emptying the stone
collection hopper make sure you can see what is
behind you.
- Check the machine regularly during operations for
signs of wear and damage.
- Do not allow children to play anywhere near the
separator or on the headlands when the machine is
operational
After Work
- Never park the machine or carry out maintenance
work when underneath overhead power lines.
- Always park on even level ground using wheel chocks
and the tractor handbrake to prevent rolling.