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EC Declaration of Conformity exchangeable equipment (RL 2006/42/EC) The manufacturer HORSCH Maschinen GmbH Sitzenhof 1 D-92421 Schwandorf hereby declares, that the product, Designation of machine: trailed disk harrow Machine type: Joker 10 RT from serial no. 28171257 Joker 12 RT from serial no. 28141257 this declaration refers to, conforms with all relevant fundamental health and safety requirements of the EC directive 2006/42/EC. For proper implementation of the heath and safety requirements mentioned in the EC-directive, the following standards and technical specifications have been used: Schwandorf,...

Please cut off and return to HORSCH Maschinen GmbH or hand it over to the employee from HORSCH Maschinen GmbH during the instruction course. Machine Registration No warranty claims will be accepted if this machine registration form is not returned ! To HORSCH Maschinen GmbH Postfach 10 38 D-92401 Schwandorf Fax: +49 (0) 9431 / 41364 Demonstration machine – initial use Demonstration machine - relocation Demonstration machine final sale - use New machine final sale – initial use Customer‘s machine - relocation

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Introduction Foreword Warranty claim processing Before operating the machine, read and strictly comply with the operating instructions. In doing so, you will avoid accidents, reduce repair costs and downtime and increase the reliability and service life of your machine. Pay attention to the safety notices! Warranty claim forms must be submitted through your local HORSCH dealer to the HORSCH Service Department in Schwandorf. Only completely filled in claims which had been submitted at the latest 4 weeks after the occurrence of the failure can be processed. HORSCH will not assume liability for...

Consequential damage The machine has been manufactured by HORSCH with greatest care. However, despite the intended use deviations in placement quantity up to total failure may be caused by e.g.: Warning notes caused by external influences ¾¾ wear of wear items ¾¾ missing or damaged cultivation tools ¾¾ incorrect travel speeds ¾¾ incorrect setting of the unit (incorrect connection, non-observance of setting tables). ¾¾ failure to comply with the operating instructions. ¾¾ neglect and improper care and maintenance Therefore, it is crucial to always check your machine before and during operation...

Safety and accident prevention The following warnings and safety instructions apply to all sections in these operating instructions. The machine has been built in accordance with latest technical standards and generally accepted safety regulations. However, risks for life and limb of the operator or third parties and impairment of the machine or other material assets can occur during use. Please read and comply with the following safety notes, before you start to use the machine! Intended use The machine is intended for normal use in soil cultivation in accordance with agricultural practice....

Authorised operators Danger zone Unintended use of the machine can lead to severe or even fatal physical injuries. In order to prevent accidents, each person involved in work with the machine must meet the following minimum requirements: The danger zone around the machine poses the following endangerments: person must be physically able to keep the machine under control. ¾¾ The person is able to perform work with the machine safely within the scope of these operating instructions. ¾¾ The person is acquainted with the function of the machine within the scope of its work and is able to assess and...

Pay attention to the permissible transport widths and heights. Pay attention to the transport height when passing under bridges and low hanging overhead power lines. Do not exceed the permissible axle loads, tyre carrying capacities and total weights, in order to ensure sufficient steering and braking capabilities. The front axle must be loaded with at least 20 % of the tractor weight. For road transport the machine must be set to transport position. The machine must have been folded up and secured, see chapter "Folding" and "Hitching up and transport position". Clean soil from the folding areas...

shut down and secure the machine. ¾¾ If possible locate and rectify the faults by following these operating instructions. ¾¾ Rectify possible causes for damage (e.g. remove coarse dirt and tighten loose screws). ¾¾ Have damage, that could affect safety and that cannot be rectified by yourself, rectified by a qualified expert workshop. for leaks. Repair any damage immediately! Oil sprays can cause injuries and fire! ¾¾ Power sockets and connectors on the hydraulic connections should be marked in order to exclude operating errors. ¾¾ In the case of injury, contact a doctor immediately! ¾¾ Secure...

Overhead power lines Technical limiting values When unfolding or folding the wings, the machine may reach the height of overhead power lines. Possible voltage flashover to the machine causing fatal electric shock or fire. If the technical limiting values of the machine are not complied with, the machine may get damaged. This can lead to accidents with severe or even fatal physical injuries. The following technical limiting values are of particular importance for safety: a safe distance to electric high voltage power lines when unfolding or folding the machine. ¾¾ Do not unfold or fold the wings...

Fertiliser and dressed seed Inappropriate handling of fertiliser and dressed seed can cause poisoning and death. ¾¾ Follow the information given in the safety data sheet of the manufacturer. If necessary ask the dealer for the corresponding safety data sheet. ¾¾ Determine and provide the personal protective outfit as specified by the manufacturer. Environmental protection Operating materials such as hydraulic oil, lubricants, etc. can damage the environment and the health of persons. ¾¾ Do not allow operating materials to drain out into the environment. ¾¾ Take up drained out operating materials...