4.3 TRANSPORT POSITION
It is advisable to transport the machine in the vertical position so as to
limit its width dimensions.
The following expressions must be observed to ensure that the tractor-
machine assembly is stable (Fig.5):
M x s < 0,2T x i + Z(d+i)
M < 0,3T
........................................................... (prudential value)
Z > {[(M x s) – (0,2T x i)] / (d x i)}
where:
i = tractor's wheelbase
d = horizontal distance between the center of gravity of
the front ballast and the tractor's front axle
s = horizontal distance between the center of gravity
of the machine and the tractor's rear axle
T = weight of the tractor in running order
Z = ballast weight
M = weight of the machine
T
T
0,2
Z
d
i
4.4 DURING WORK
Proceed in the following way after you have correctly hitched the machine, sat down in the driver's seat of the tractor and started
the tractor engine:
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Raise the machine about 10 cm from the ground so that the rotor does not touch the vegetation that needs to be cut
▪
Run the engine at a low rate and engage the PTO
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Gradually accelerate until the PTO is operating at full rate
Engage the forward gear and start work with the PTO at full rate
▪
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Gradually lower the machine until it rests on the ground. This allows it to adapt to the contours of the soil.
Do not depress the accelerator pedal in an imprudent way with the PTO engaged.
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Drive a short distance and check to make sure that the plants and undergrowth are being cut to the required degree.
The cutting height is regulated by adjusting the rear roller as indicated in point «
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Certain factors must be taken into account when choosing the most suitable cut, i.e.:
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the height of the stalks
▪
the quantity and size of any twigs and branches on the ground
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the ground speed of the tractor
▪
optimal cutting height adjustment
the nature of the soil
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Hypermaster XL
(for calculating the ballast)
.....
M
s
Fig. 5
CAUTION
4.3.1 Cut regulation»
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