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It is the responsibility of the operator to ensure that all steps of the JM Trunk Bale Handler
operating procedures are followed. Failure to do so may result in the Bale Handler being inadvertently
closed or opened due to incorrect installation/operation.
Safety Principles
In addition to the recommendations given in this manual, legislation on work safety and accident
prevention must be respected.
Advice is indicated on the machine, specifying safety recommendations in order to prevent accidents.
Before travelling on public roads, the operator must ensure that the machine conforms to road traffic
regulations.
Before starting work, the operator must be familiar with all the machine controls, handling devices and
their functions. Once at work, it is too late to do this.
Do not wear loose clothing which could become caught up in moving elements.
The tractor should be equipped with a safety cab.
Before starting up the machine and beginning work, check the surrounding area (beware of children!).
Make sure there is sufficient visibility. Keep all people and animals away from
danger zone of the machine.
Carrying people or animals on the machine when working or in transport is strictly forbidden.
Machine must only be attached to tractor using means provided and in accordance with current safety
standards.
Special care should be taken when attaching and removing the machine from the tractor.
Before transporting the machine on public roads, ensure that all legally required guards and indicators
(lights, reflectors….) are in place and in good operation.
All operating controls (cords, cables, rods etc.,) must be positioned so that they cannot be set off
accidentally, risking accident or damage.
Before travelling on public roads, put the machine into its transport position as instructed in this
operators manual.
Never leave the tractor seat while the machine is operating.
Drive speed must be adapted to ground conditions as well as to roads and paths. Always avoid abrupt
change in direction.
