Rauch K 51 Instruction Manual - page 18

Safety 

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3.8

Safety in traffic

When driving on public streets and roads, the tractor with the attached machine 

must comply with the road traffic regulations of the respective country. The owner 

and driver are responsible for compliance with these regulations.

3.8.1

Checks before driving

The pre-departure check is an important contribution to road safety. Before every 

trip, check compliance with the operating conditions, traffic safety, and the regu-

lations of the country of use.

Is the permissible total weight complied with?

Check the tyre pressure and the function of the tractor brake system.

Is the machine attached appropriately?

Could spreading material be lost while driving?

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Check the filling level of the spreading material in the hopper. 

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The metering slide must be closed.

Does the lighting and marking of the machine comply with the regulations of 

your country with respect to driving on public roads? Make sure that warning 

signs, reflectors, and auxiliary lights are correctly placed.

3.8.2

Transportation drive with the machine

The handling, tilting, steering, and braking performance of the tractor is affected 

by the attached machine. For example, the high load will reduce the weight on 

the tractor's front axle and affect its steering.

Be aware of the changed driving behaviour.

When driving, always ensure that there is sufficient visibility. If vision is re-

stricted (e. g. when reversing), another person is required to direct the driver.

Observe the permissible maximum speed.

Avoid sudden turns when driving uphill or downhill or across a slope. By repo-

sitioning the gravity centre, there is a risk of toppling over. Special care is to 

be taken when driving on uneven, soft ground (e. g. when entering fields, at 

kerbs) as well.

Passengers are prohibited on the machine during the drive and during oper-

ation.