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Howard ST 400 Operating Instructions Manual

ST 400
ST 400
HOWARD
Operating Instructions
ST 400
CONTENTS
Safety precautions........................................ 14-18
Specification & description ........................... 19-20
Rotors.................................................................22
Operating instructions ........................................23
Operational advice .............................................24
Introduction
Howard would like to thank you for purchasing this machine and offer their support and assistance throughout its productive life. This machine has been designed and manufactured as a tractor driven, ground cultivator - no other use is intended. Please read and understand this manual before operating the machine.
Warranty
The warranty applicable to your machine is detailed on separate documentation which should accompany this manual. If this is missing, please contact your dealer.
Serial Number
The Serial Number and Model are stamped on the Identification Plate attached to your machine. For future reference record this information below. Always quote them when ordering spare parts.
MODEL ________________ SERIAL No. ________________________ Date Purchased: ________________
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
PLEASE READ. IT MAY SAVE A LIFE.
!
SAFETY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
The safety of operators and any other connected personnel is a major component of; machine design, manufacture, retailing, commissioning, operation and maintenance. Howard have designed and manufactured this machine with as many safety features as possible. The retailer’s responsibility is to ensure you have selected the correct machine for your tractor/application and to commission this machine.
Your responsibilities as owner or operator are to ensure the safety of any personnel in connection with; the operation, transport, maintenance or storage of this machine. Be aware of your responsibilities and carry them out. The owner or an appropriately designated officer, if the owner is a company or corporation, is responsible for all safety issues related to this machine.
The most important safety device attached to this machine is a Safety Conscious Operator whose training and experience must include:
• Correct and complete installation and commissioning of the machine to ensure safe and reliable operation in the intended application.
• Training in safety issues, operation and maintenance of this machine in its application prior to beginning work. This training is to be reviewed or repeated annually.
• Being aware of their environment to the extent that unforeseen safety issues that may arise are dealt with to ensure the safety of all personnel (including operators, maintenance personnel and bystanders).
This is the SAFETY ALERT symbol and means:
ATTENTION ! SAFETY ISSUE !
!
Failure to comply with the given instruction could result in severe injury or death.
If you have questions not answered in this manual please contact your dealer or distributor.
IF YOU REQUIRE MORE COPIES OF THIS MA­NUAL PLEASE CONTACT YOUR DEALER. ALTERNATIVELY YOU ARE WELCOME T O COPY AND DISTRIBUTE THIS MANUAL TO THE OPERAT ORS AND MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL.
SAFETY DECAL CARE
• Keep safety decals clean and legible at all times. Replace any missing safety decals or any that have become illegible. Safety decals can be purchased from you dealer or distributor.
• If any part is replaced that supports a safety decal ensure that a decal is affixed to the replacement part.
ATTACHING SAFETY DECALS
1.Clean and dry the area where the decal is to be affixed. Warm soapy water is the best as some cleaning agents leave an oily film which may prevent the decal adhering.
2.Remove/fold back a small portion of the backing and affix the exposed portion of the decal in the desired position.
3. Peel back the remaining backing paper from under the decal and smooth down the decal with a rag, working any bubbles towards the edge of the decal.
4. Any bubbles that remain trapped can be pierced with a pin and smoothed down.
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WARNING!: READ
CAREFULLY THE
INSTRUCTIONS.
BEFORE HANDLING OR
REPAIRING THE MACHINE
REMOVE THE TRACTOR
IGNITION KEY
7
STA Y AT LEAST A T A
DISTANCE OF 4 METERS
WHEN THE ROTAVATOR IS
RUNNING.
4
DO NOT STAY ON THE
ROTAVATOR WHEN
TRANSPORTING
NEITHER WORKING
5
1
4
LIFTING
POINT
THE DRIVE IS BY A
PTO FROM A 540
TPM TRACTOR PTO
DANGER! OBJECTS
PROJECTION.
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MAINTAIN HANDS AND FEET AWAY WHEN
ROTAVATOR IS WORKING
Fig. 1
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A T ALL TIMES
• Use the machine only for the purpose for which it has been designed, and in accordance with the instructions in this operators manual.
• Ensure that only responsible, properly instructed people operate this machinery. Inexperienced operators will require training, followed initially by careful supervision.
• Children are not permitted to operate this machinery.
• Keep children well clear and appropriately supervised when connecting/disconnecting the tractor, operating or maintaining this machinery.
• Do not wear clothes that are loose fitting or with drawstring ties which can catch in moving parts.
• Wear appropriate protective clothing and equipment. Boots are a minimum, however if your tractor is not fitted with a controlled environment cab you may also need protection from prolonged exposure either to noise, dust or sunlight.
• Interpret ‘Left’ and ‘Right’ as if seated in the operators seat and facing forward.
BEFORE OPERATION
• Read and understand this manual.
• The tractor to be connected to the machine:
- Must be the tractor that the machine has been
commissioned to operate with. Check that it has been correctly maintained and has not been re-configured (for example front weights removed etc) which may reduce stability and control.
- Consult the Tractor Manufacturers Manual for
instructions on mounting implements and safe working methods.
- Is recommended to be fitted with a Roll Over Protection
System (ROPS).
- Must be one the operator is familiar with.
• Prior to starting the tractor ensure the PTO is disengaged and the tractor is in neutral.
• Do not allow anyone to stand between the tractor and machine while backing the tractor up to attach it.
- Quick hitch systems are recommended for both Safety
and convenience.
- Before attempting to connect the universal drive shaft
to the tractor, lower the machine to the ground, stop the tractor, apply the park brake and remove the key.
• Visually inspect the machine and check:
- Hitch pins and drive shaft are secure.
- No components are excessively worn, cracked or
otherwise defective and all bolts are tight.
- Guards, covers, warning labels and safety devices are
all correctly fitted and operative.
- Maintenance as per schedule has been carried out.
- No tools or other unsecured items have been left on
the Rotavator.
• Practice operation of the tractor and machine combination.
- T ake sufficient time to become completely familiar with
all controls, particularly those required to bring both tractor and machine to an emergency stop if so required.
- Progress slowly initially and check stability, steering and
braking are satisfactory.
• Ensure the work area is clear, especially of children or animals.
• Inspect the work area for hidden obstructions which may constitute a hazard.
DURING OPERATION
• Ensure the work area is clear, especially of children or animals.
• Do not attempt to start the tractor or engage the PTO until correctly seated in the driver’s seat.
• Never leave the tractor running unattended.
• Do not allow passengers on the machine. [Or on the trac­tor unless approved seating is available.]
• Never attempt to make adjustments or perform maintenance functions while the machine is operating.
• Observe all safe driving procedures:
- Reduce speed when working on sloping ground or
during sharp turns.
- Do not attempt to work on steeply sloping ground where
there is a risk of the tractor overturning.
- Do not attempt to work near the edge of drop-offs or
banks.
- Avoid sudden starts and stops.
• After striking an obstacle, stop the tractor and implement and inspect it for damage. Repair as necessary before continuing.
• Disengage the PTO when transporting the implement or when not in use.
• When halting operation, even temporarily, lower the machine to the ground, stop the tractor, apply the park brake and remove the key.
• Allow the machine sufficient time to cool down before performing any maintenance, or changing gears in the Selectaspeed gearbox. [Oil and other transmission components may be hot enough to inflict burns.]
• Note:
- By virtue of its mode of operation it is not possible to
totally enclose a machine with guards.
- Contact with the blades while operating can result in
severe injury or death.
- Do not allow anybody (operators, maintenance
personnel, bystanders or especially children) anywhere near the blades whilst the implement is operating. Note that children will often be attracted to placing objects into the blades if you leave it running - this machine is not a toy.
- Be aware that machine blades will not only cut, but
drag limbs etc. into further danger.
- Ensure that all shielding is in place before operating. If
guards are removed for maintenance work, ensure they are replaced correctly upon completion. Repair or replace any damaged guards.
- NEVER place hands or feet under the machine, nor
endeavour to make any repairs or adjustments while the blades are rotating; they are capable of inflicting serious injury.
- NEVER touch the blades or attempt to free any jammed
obstacle while the tractor engine is running. The clutch may be slipping and removal of any obstruction may allow the blades to rotate, the result possibly being serious injury.
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