Manual for BAUER RAINSTAR A3
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General instructions for safety and
accident prevention
Check the operational safety of the machine before every start-up.
1. In addition to the instructions contained in this manual, all specifications generally valid for safety
and accident prevention must be observed!
2. The warning and instruction signs affixed to the machine give very important instructions for safe
operation. Observing them serves your own personal safety!
3. Never put the machine into operation unless all guards and safety devices are completely
mounted and in their proper working position!
4. Acquaint yourself with all equipment components and controls as well as their respective functions
before starting to work. It is too late when the device is already running!
5. The operator’s clothes should fit tightly. Avoid wearing loose clothes!
6. When handling slurry always keep in mind that the gasses produced are highly toxic and extremely
explosive in combination with oxygen. Therefore, open fires, light tests, sparking and smoking are
strictly forbidden!
7. Utmost care is required with regard to gasses in slurry and dung channels at open valves to the
preliminary pit, before the main pit, or at cross channels. The same applies to mixing and
withdrawal points when mixers or pumps are running!
8. When handling slurry always ensure sufficient ventilation!
9. Keep the machine clean to avoid fire hazards!
Power take-off (applies only to PTO driven machines)
1. It is not allowed to use any other types of PTO drive shafts except the ones prescribed by the manufacturer!
2. Drive-shaft guard tube and guard cone as well as the PTO guard – also on the machine side -
must be mounted and in good working order!
3. When using a PTO drive shaft always observe the specified overlap in transport and working
position!
4. Never connect or disconnect the PTO drive shaft unless the PTO is stopped, the engine turned
off, and the ignition key pulled out!
5. Make sure the drive shaft is always connected and secured properly!
6. Attach the safety chain to keep the drive shaft guard from rotating with the shaft!
7. Before you turn on the PTO make sure that the selected tractor PTO speed corresponds with
the permissible implement speed!
8. Before starting the PTO make sure that nobody is standing in the danger zone of the machine!
9. Never turn on the PTO when the engine is turned off or during a transport drive!
10. When working with the PTO nobody is allowed near the turning PTO or drive shaft!
11. Warning! The PTO shaft may continue turning due to its centrifugal mass after the PTO has
been turned off! Keep clear of the machine during this time and do not touch until the PTO
shaft stands absolutely still!
12. For cleaning, greasing, or adjusting the PTO driven implement or drive shaft, PTO and engine
must be switched off and the ignition key pulled out!
13. Place the disconnected drive shaft on the provided support!
14. When drive shaft has been removed put the guard on the PTO shaft!
15. If a defect occurs repair it immediately before starting to work with the machine!
Hydraulic system
1. Hydraulic system is under high pressure!
2. When connecting hydraulic cylinders and motors, make sure the hydraulic hoses are connected
as specified!
3. Before coupling the hydraulic hoses with the tractor’s hydraulic system make sure that the
entire hydraulic system is pressureless both on the tractor and implement side !
4. Inspect the hydraulic lines at regular intervals and replace them immediately in case of defects
or ageing. Replaced hoses must comply with the technical specifications of the implement
manufacturer!
5. When looking for leaks use only suitable equipment because of the injury hazard involved!
