SaMASZ SAMBA 160 Operator's Manual

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Operator's manual Light-class, rear disc mowerSAMBA- 14 -CAUTION:Any spare part used for repair of the mower should have all warning decalsprovided by the manufacturer.4.8. Design and operation of safety breakaway deviceHydraulic safety breakaway device protects mower against hitting small obstacles. In the eventthe mower hits an immovable obstacle, the cutterbar folds back about 20° (Fig. 8). Operator then hasenough time to stop the tractor and avoid the mower damage.The safety breakaway device's spring (Fig. 7) with adjustable deflection enables changing thedevice's activation time.Fig. 7. Mower’s safety breakaway device Fig. 8. Mower retracting upon use of the breakawaydeviceLength of pressed safety breakaway device's steel spring (R in Fig. 7) should be R=5.43", ø 10mm, D = 1.5". When the safety breakaway device is loosen frequently, R shall be reduced by 0.3−0.6".Bear in mind, that too tight the spring tension may cause the breakaway device to be locked, andtherefore machine to be damaged.5. OPERATIONWARNING:Before beginning to use this machine, do the following:- Read manual, especially safety precautions in section 4.- Make sure you are familiar with all controls and functions.- Make sure all safety devices are in place and working. Fix or replace if notworking or damaged.- Replace protective cover if damaged.5.0. Attaching the mower to the tractorWARNING:- Only hitch and unhitch machine on a flat surface with compact dirt.- Keep everyone away from area between mower and tractor.- Be careful near link road zone of tractor's rear power lift. Contains sharp parts.R~ 20 °