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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Pronto 6/8/9 NT TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY PRIOR TO STARTING UP! KEEP OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE! ART.: 8082 0209 ISSUE: 04/2018...
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HORSCH: ..............Confirmation of receipt of machinery Warranty claims become only effective when the first use of the machine is reported to HORSCH Maschinen GmbH within a week. www.horsch.com under SERVICE PARTNERBEREICH an interactive PDF form is available for down- load for this purpose (not available in all languages).
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HORSCH Maschinen GmbH Sitzenhof 1, D-92421 Schwandorf erklärt hiermit in alleiniger Verantwortung als Hersteller, dass das nachfolgend genannte Produkt: Sämaschine Maschine: Pronto 6 NT Typ: Pronto 8 NT Pronto 9 NT den einschlägigen grundlegenden Sicherheits- und Gesundheitsanforderungen der Richtlinie 2006/42/EG entspricht.
Table of contents Introduction ...........4 Operation .............37 Foreword ............4 Connecting/Parking ........37 Notes on representation .........4 Connecting ...........37 Service............5 Transport position .........38 Warranty claim processing ......5 Parking ............40 Consequential damage........5 Wings............41 Unfolding ............41 Safety and responsibility ......6 Folding ............41 Intended use ...........6 Use in the field ..........42 Qualification of personnel .......7 Checks ............43...
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Metering unit ..........59 Rotors ............59 Roller change ..........60 Roller change with gate valve.......60 Roller change at full hopper without gate valve .............61 Adjusting the sealing lip ........61 Rotors for fine seeds ........62 Rape brushes ..........63 Coarse seeds ..........64 Maintenance of the metering unit ....65 Calibration ............66 Optional equipment ........67 Brake system ..........67...
DANGER to the safety notes! Highlights a danger that will lead to death or HORSCH will not assume liability for any dam- severe injury if it is not avoided. age or malfunctions resulting from failure of complying with the operating instructions.
Service Consequential damage The machine has been manufactured by HORSCH Company would like you to be com- HORSCH with greatest care. However, despite pletely satisfied with your machine and our the intended use deviations in placing quantity services. up to total failure may be caused by e.g.:...
Safety and Spare parts Genuine spare parts and accessories from responsibility HORSCH have been specially designed for this machine. Spare parts and accessories which are not de- The following warnings and safety notes apply livered by us have not been tested or approved to all sections in these operating instructions.
The person has understood the operating ¾ sponding personnel must have been trained by instructions and is able to implement the in- service personnel from HORSCH. This refers to formation given in the operating instructions the following activities: accordingly. Loading and transport •...
Personal protective outfit For road transport the machine must be set to transport position. The machine must have been folded up and secured, see chapter “Folding” Missing or incomplete protective equipment and “Connecting and transport position”. increases the risk of health damage. Personal protective equipment includes, e.g.: Clean soil from the folding areas before fold- ¾...
Have damage that could affect safety and after receiving instructions by employees of ¾ that cannot be rectified by you rectified by a the authorized dealer or a HORSCH em- qualified expert workshop. ployee. The machine registration form must be com- ¾...
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HORSCH for this purpose. In the case of injury, contact a doctor imme- ¾ diately!
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PTO-shaft / propshaft What to do in case of voltage flashover Voltage flashover generates high electric volt- Persons can be caught, pulled in and seriously ages on the outside of the machine. This results injured by the rotating PTO-shaft or propshaft. in extreme voltage differences at the ground Before switching on the PTO-shaft: around the machine.
Fertiliser and dressed seed Use in the field Inappropriate handling of fertiliser and dressed DANGER seed can cause poisoning and death. No passengers are allowed to ride on the Follow the information given in the safety data machine! ¾ sheet of the manufacturer. If necessary, ask the dealer for the safety data sheet or safety Check the area immediately around the ma- ¾...
¾ be made in an authorized workshop or by an the water jet directly on electric or electronic operator who has been trained by HORSCH. parts, on bearings or the fan.When using high Comply with country-specific instructions for pressure cleaning equipment or steam jet, you ¾...
Danger zone Failing to pay attention to the danger zone can The area marked red indicates the danger zone result in severe or even fatal physical injuries. of the machine: Do not stand under lifted loads. Lower such ¾ loads to the ground first. Instruct persons to leave the danger zone ¾...
Safety stickers Safety stickers on the machine warn of hazards Clean soiled safety stickers. ¾ at dangerous points and are an important part Damaged or illegible safety stickers must be ¾ of the safety equipment of the machine. Miss- replaced immediately. ing safety stickers increase the risk of severe or Affix the specified safety stickers on spare ¾...
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Keep sufficient safety distance In order to prevent eye injuries, to the slewing range of the do not look directly at the beam machine. area when the radar sensor is switched on! 00380894 00381117 Secure the machine with wheel Keep sufficient distance to elec- chocks before uncoupling or tric high voltage power lines.
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Position of safety stickers (depending on equipment) Safety stickers with the addition “2x” can be found on either side of the machine.
These work activities may be carried out only by The permissible dimensions and weights for ¾ persons trained by HORSCH for this purpose. transport must be complied with. The tractor must be large enough so that ¾...
Technical data Pronto 6 NT 8 NT 9 NT Working width (m) 6.00 8.00 8.80 Transport width (m) 3.50 (optional 2.95) Transport height without bout marker (m) 3.25 3.53 3.96 Transport height with bout marker (m) 3.25 3.60 4.40 Length of short drawbar (m) 6.96 6.96 6.96...
Type plate The type plate with the CE marking is located on the frame of the machine. Data on the type plate: Serial number Permissible total weight Drawbar load (= DL) Axle load Machine type Year of construction...
Requirements for the tractor WARNING Risk of accident! Observe the permissible values of the tractor ¾ for axle loads, total weight, tyre load bearing capacity and air pressure. Verify the suitability of the tractor before com- ¾ missioning. The tractor must meet the following require- ments to be able to use the machine as intended: Implement attachment Pronto...
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Hydraulics Maximum system pressure 210 bar Oil grade Mineral hydraulic oil Delivery rate 70 - 90 l/min at 180 bar Number of dual-acting control units 2 (+1 for filling auger) Pressureless return flow (max. 5 bar) Brake connections (option) Pneumatic brake Red connection for supply line Yellow connection for brake line Hydraulic brake...
Hydraulics Identification of hydraulic hoses The symbol is always located above the hose that requires pressure to bring the machine in WARNING transport position (lift out, folding, etc.). Accidental hydraulic movements (e.g. caused by passengers or children) can lead to severe Hydraulic valve block accidents and injuries! Secure or lock the control units on the tractor.
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Bout marker (option) SK 3/8" HK 3/8" R1 3/8" L1 3/8" Tractor control unit Tractor hydraulic coupling Valve block Double acting lock valve Restrictor ø 1 mm Hydraulic cylinder bout marker...
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Support wheels SK 3/8" HK 3/8" R1 3/8" L1 3/8" Tractor control unit Tractor hydraulic coupling Valve block Restrictor ø 1.5 mm see Hydraulics basic machine Double acting lock valve (2x) Hydraulic cylinder support wheel (4x)
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Access steps (twin hopper) SK 3/8" HK 3/8" R1 3/8" L1 3/8" Tractor control unit Tractor hydraulic coupling Valve block Restrictor ø 1.5 mm see Hydraulics basic machine 2/2 directional valve Double acting lock valve Restrictor ø 0.6 mm Hydraulic cylinder step Restrictor ø...
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Fan direct drive Tractor control unit Tractor hydraulic coupling Pressure gauge Check valve Axial piston motor (single hopper 5 cm³, twin hopper 10 cm³) Restrictor ø 1 mm Connection of wings relief 2/2 directional valve Leak oil line PTO-shaft drive fan Gear pump 61 cm³...
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Swinging drawbar hitching Tractor control unit Tractor hydraulic coupling Lock valve Hydraulic cylinder for drawbar Filling auger Feed line Hydraulic cylinder upper part Hydraulic cylinder lower part Return flow Restrictor ø 0,6 mm Flow control valve 60 l Double acting lock valve 3/2 - directional valve Check valve Hydraulic motor 125 cm³...
Aluminium clips The aluminium clips are placed on the piston rods of hydraulic cylinders, depending on the operating states, see chapter Operation. Different aluminium clips The thickness of the clips differs according to colour: Col- blue yellow black silver 7 mm 10 mm 19 mm 30 mm...
Lighting WARNING Traffic accidents caused by defective lighting. Check the lighting before setting off. ¾ Check warning notices and lamps for cleanli- ¾ ness. Check the plug-and-socket connection on all ¾ lighting units for firm seating: License plate Position the license plate during assembly at a ¾...
Instruction stickers Always plug in all hydraulic lines. Otherwise components could be damaged because of Clean soiled stickers. interconnected hydraulic functions. ¾ Damaged or illegible stickers must be re- ¾ placed immediately. Apply the specified stickers to spare parts. ¾ 1 Work in the field: - Open the shut-off valve.
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Maximum tyre pressure 7.1 bar The return flow pressure at the fan drive must not exceed 5 bar, as otherwise the hydraulic motor may be destroyed. The hydraulic coulter pressure adjustment increases the coulter pressure; it is indi- cated on the pressure gauge. If the return flow pressure exceeds 2 bar replace the filter and change the oil.
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Hitching/uncoupling For uniform weight distribution load the (only for France) outer wings with max. 110 bar. „ Atteler à un tracteur dont le relevage est équipé de dispositifs de blocage latéraux et verticaux“. „Pour circuler sur la route, respecter la hauteur d’attelage spécifiée dans la notice d’utilisation et bloquer le relevage“.
Operation Connecting The machine must be properly connected to a Whenever working on the machine tractor before any machine movements. pay attention to the associated safety notes in the chapter “Safety and prevention of accidents” as well as DANGER the accident prevention instructions! Serious accidents caused by the machine roll- ing away! When connecting machines with pneumatic...
4. Connect the brake (option). NOTE 5. Connect the hydraulic lines, see chapter Hydraulics. Make sure before driving on public roads that ¾ 6. Connect lighting and ISOBUS. the machine meets all respective applicable national road traffic regulations. 7. Relieve the support by lifting the machine, fold it up (1) and secure it with the bolt (2).
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Position of control units during transport travel Floating position Locked position Supply Position Control unit Swinging drawbar hitching Working hydraulics Platform (twin hopper only) Filling auger...
Parking 8. Unhitch the machine. Machines with tractor link arm hitching: DANGER - Release the securing device of the catch- ing hooks. Serious accidents caused by the machine roll- ing away! - Lower the tractor link arm. Before unhitching secure the machine with the ¾...
Wings Folding Select Lift in the E-Manager and lift the coulter. WARNING ¾ Select Folding in the E-Manager, operate the Dropping or lowering machine parts can cause ¾ control unit and fold to the stop position. severe crushing injuries etc.! No persons may stay under raised machine ¾...
Use in the field Working speed The speed depends on field conditions, soil 1. Connecting the machine, see Connecting. type, harvest residues, seed, seed quantity and 2. Unfolding the machine, see Unfolding. Check other factors. the pre-load of the wings on the pressure gauge.
Position of control units during use in the field Position Floating position Locked position Supply Control unit Swinging drawbar hitching Working hydraulics Platform (twin hopper only) Filling auger Pneumatic system Checks The quality of drilling work essentially depends on settings and checks. Is the hydraulic fan connected to a pressure- ¾...
Settings Place or remove the same number and colour ¾ of clips on all hydraulic cylinders. Lower the cutting discs in working position ¾ Cultivation tools under pressure against the stop position. Set the control unit to floating position and ¾...
Coulter Coulter discs The coulter discs are arranged at the front at an Overview angle with slight pretension to each other. This enables light pulling work and exact open- ing of the seed channel. Adjusting the coulter discs Adjust the preload of the two coulter discs ¾...
Scrapers Uniformer The scrapers keep coulter discs and press roll- The uniformer firms the seed in the seedbed and ers free of dirt. presses it gently down. Under moist conditions and sticky soils the Check the function, wear and readjustment uniformer may pick up residues.
Rubber mounting Maintenance Check press rollers for condition, light move- ¾ ment and tight fit. NOTE Readjust the scraper on the press rollers if ¾ Keep the rubber mounting free of oil. required. ¾ Oils and grease can harm the rubber and thus Check the scrapers and uniformers for condi- ¾...
Drilling depth During drilling the coulter arm should be in hori- zontal position. The seed bar is guided in the depth via the hy- draulic cylinders. The drilling depth is adjusted by adding or removing aluminium clips. Coulter pressure The harder the soil and the deeper the seed is to be placed, the higher the required pressure.
Adjusting the axle Adjusting the support wheels The support wheels stabilise the seed bar and The axle of the machine can be adjusted. ensure uniform working depth over the entire working width. Support the machine with appropriate means. ¾ Loosen the screw joints and insert the screws ¾...
Pneumatic system Adjusting the wing preload The wings are preloaded hydraulically. The preload pressure is removed at the headland, The pneumatic system consists of when lifting the coulter and the cultivation tools. • The preload pressure builds up again as soon Hopper •...
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Connecting the hydraulics NOTE CAUTION Fan setting, seed transport and seed place- ¾ ment must be checked on all coulters when Damage on the fan motor - axial piston motor starting sowing and also at regular intervals Connect the leak oil line to the leak oil port when working on large areas.
Fan with PTO-shaft drive (optional) The fan can alternatively also be driven by a PTO-shaft pump. Fan with PTO-shaft - twin hopper Fan with gear motor Pressure side Return side Fan drive pressure gauge Hydraulic oil tank Pump PTO-shaft drive fan motor Oil cooler Flow control valve Mounting the PTO-shaft pump...
The pump must not move during operation, WARNING otherwise shaft and bearings may be damaged! Risk of accident when driving with the PTO-shaft NOTE pump in parking position Parking position must only be used with the ¾ Before switching on the PTO-shaft make ¾...
Hopper Retightening the fan flange The clamping taper fixates the fan wheel and The hopper can be designed as single hopper additionally clamps on the drive shaft. for seed or twin hopper for the Grain & Fertiliser Theclamping taper on the fan drive may come system (seed and fertiliser).
In case of leaks replace the seals or readjust ¾ CAUTION hinges and locks. Open the hoppers only after the internal pres- Risk of damage to the machine (version with ¾ sure in the hopper has been relieved. twin hopper) If twin hoppers are used to transport fertiliser When folding the machine monitor the au- ¾...
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Mechanical half-width shut-off Mechanical version The distribution of the seed or fertiliser to the hoses is adjusted via the levers (c). The seed hoses on the coulters of the side to be switched off are allocated to a distributor tower. Lever (d) adjusts the valve (e) so that seed/ No seed or fertiliser may flow through the hose fertiliser is each introduced into the air flow on...
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Electric half-width shut-off NOTE The valve is adjusted with the positioning motors In spite of the status display on the termi- ¾ on the metering units. Both motors are selected nal, visual inspection is necessary to check in parallel in the terminal by the half-width shut- whether the half-width flap is at the correct off, see E-Manager operating instructions.
Metering unit Rotors The HORSCH metering unit consists of only A large number of rollers is available for the a few individual parts and can be dismantled different seed types with numerous geometrical without tools. shapes and grain sizes, as well as fertilisers in form of powders or granulates.
Roller change Roller change with gate valve After choosing a rotor from the table it must be installed in the metering unit. Changing the roller while the hopper is full is easier if a gate valve is provided above the Empty the seed hopper, if possible, before ¾...
Roller change at full hopper Adjusting the sealing lip without gate valve NOTE A defective sealing lip or incorrectly assembled supporting plate cause metering errors during sowing. The sealing lip must not be torn or damaged. ¾ Replace the sealing lip at least 1 x per year. Insert the side cover with the sealing lip into ¾...
Rotors for fine seeds Removing or installing a fine seed roller The anti-rotation locks must be turned towards The rollers for fine seeds consist of cell discs, the recess in the housing in order to install and spacers and drive shaft. remove the rollers.
Rape brushes The spacers are equipped with bearings. Depending on the manufacturing tolerance shims are added to avoid any friction between cell discs and spacers. The rape brushes clean the cell discs in the rollers for fine seeds. After the assembly of all parts the remaining gap to the lock washer is filled up with shims.
Maintenance of the Metering unit with injector fall sluice metering unit The metering units in machines with normal hopper and injector fall sluice are equipped with The metering unit does not require any special a lid (V2A) with machined recesses. maintenance.
Calibration Perform the calibration procedure. Follow the ¾ CAUTION operating instructions for the E-Manager. Close the flap / covering. Ensure leak tight- ¾ Risk of crushing on the metering unit! ness! Do not reach into the rotating metering unit. ¾ Perform calibration for both metering units on ¾...
Coupling head “Brake” yellow workshop or by an operator, who has been Coupling head “Provision” red Pipe filter specially trained by HORSCH for this purpose. Trailer brake valve with parking brake Air reservoir Drain valve Spring brake cylinder 1 Anschluß...
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Adjusting the brake pressure regulator The brake pressure regulator (3) adjusts the brake pressure required on the axle. The arrow indicates the position of the brake pressure regulator. Set the brake pressure regulator to “Hopper ¾ empty” (3.1) when the hopper is empty. Set the brake pressure regulator to “Hopper ¾...
Emergency releasing facility Hydraulic brake In events of emergency the spring brake cylin- The hydraulic line controls the brake power to ders can also be released manually. the brake cylinders. For this purpose back out the screw until the brake is released: The brake inlet pressure must not exceed 130 bar.
Maintenance WARNING Check brake lines and hoses for signs of ¾ Danger of traffic accidents caused by brake damage. failure! During commissioning or after long pe- Check the brake lining for wear. ¾ riods of rest: Fill the pressure accumulator for emergency ¾...
Micro-granulate facility For machines with twin hopper granulate (e.g. pesticide, fertiliser) fine grains can be placed in addition with the micro-granulate facility. NOTE The granulate must be more of a granular com- position. The metering unit is not suitable for sand or dust-like substances.
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Changing the metering auger Seed calibration The calibration sequence and the input on the If the hopper is full, loosen the gate valve with terminal is identical with the calibration for seed/ ¾ the wing nut and reinsert it into the slot the fertiliser.
Setting the bout markers WARNING Risk of injury from the bout marker. Order persons to leave the slewing range of ¾ the bout markers. When installing for the first time, the bout mark- ers must be set to working width. Marking takes place in relation to the centre of the tractor.
Filling auger DANGER Danger of severe injury caused by the rotating auger. Never reach with your hands into the rotating ¾ auger! Switch off the auger if the energy supply fails. ¾ Make sure before reactivation that no persons are present in the danger zone. Do not fold and ill beneath high voltage power ¾...
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Filling Loosen the transport lock on the hose: ¾ NOTE Do not overspeed the filling auger (max. ¾ 375 rpm at an oil flow rate of approx. 60 l/min). Switch on the hydraulic drive on the tractor. ¾ Run the tractor with raised engine speed. ¾...
Care and Cleaning Maintenance Clean the machine thoroughly at regular inter- vals and after the end of the season. WARNING NOTE Risk of injuries during maintenance work Do not clean electrical components and fan or Please observe the safety notes on care and ¾...
Maintenance intervals Storage The maintenance intervals are determined by If the machine is to be shut down for a longer many different factors. period of time: For example, the different operating conditions, weather impact, travel and working speeds, dust If possible, park the machine under a roof. ¾...
Maintenance overview Pronto 6 / 8 / 9 NT Maintenance location Work instructions Interval After 10 operating hours Retighten all screw and plug-in Even firmly tightened screw connections can come loose (e.g. once connections as well as the hydraulic because of material settlement or paint residues between the connections.
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Maintenance location Work instructions Interval Lubricate implement attachment ball head Before connecting: Clean ball and spherical cap. daily Replace the foam ring if damaged and/or heavily soiled. daily Place the foam ring. daily Check ball and spherical cap for wear. The wear limit has 40 h been reached when the gauge rests fully on the ball or enters the spherical cap.
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Maintenance location Work instructions Interval Drawbar eye Fastening ¾ Check mounting screws for firm seat (560 Nm). 40 h Wear ¾ Replace the component concerned if one of the wear limits has been exceeded or fallen short of (workshop work): Designation Nominal Wear dimension (mm)
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Maintenance location Work instructions Interval Coulter Rubber mounting Check condition and replace if aged or showing reduced 40 h tensioning force. Coulter discs Check state, wear, bearing play and light movement. The 40 h discs must be rotatable by hand. Press rollers Check for condition, firm seating and wear.
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Maintenance location Work instructions Interval Brake system (see also chapter Brake Check condition and function. daily system) Drain air reservoir. daily Check brake lines and hoses for damages, crushing points daily and kinks. Clean the pipeline filters whenever required, but at least once every year.
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Lubrication points (Lubrication grease: DIN 51825 KP/2K-40) - Number of lubrication points in brackets Lubricate bolt wing mounting 50 h Front support wheels bearing journal Lubricate front support wheel pivoting axle Lubricate seed bar screw adjustments Bout marker (12) Lubricate implement attachment ball 25 h head Lubricate implement attachment tractor...
Uniform seed placement can only be ensured when the seed transport to the coulters is working. Observe correct hose installation. ¾ Arrangement of hose routing depending on the equipment used: Pronto 6 NT Distributor Direction of travel Output Distributor no. 8 10 9...
Attention must be paid to all valid regulations. Decommissioning and waste disposal must only be carried out by operators who have been trained by HORSCH. Contact a waste disposal company, if this should be necessary.
Appendix Tightening torques NOTE The tightening torques only serve as guidelines and are generally valid. Actual data given at the • corresponding points in the operating instructions have priority. Screws and nuts must thereby not be treated with lubricant, since this would change the friction value. •...
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Inch screws Tightening torques - inch screws in Nm Screw Strength 2 Strength 5 Strength 8 diameter No marks on head 3 marks on head 6 marks on head Inch Coarse Fine thread Coarse Fine thread Coarse Fine thread thread thread thread 12.2...
Index E-Manager 59 Accident prevention instructions 6 Adapter frame 64 Environment 86 Adjustable drawbar 22 Adjusting rod 53 Fall sluice 59 Aluminium clips 32 Fan 39,43,51,80 Assembly 62 Fan blades 54 Axle load 21 Fan flange 55 Folding 41 Ball head 22 Foreign objects 63 Foreword 4 Bout marker 73...
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Packer 12 Technical data 20 Parking 40 Tightening torques 49 Parking brake 70 Tractor 53 Parking brake maintenance 70 Tractor link arm 22 Pin assignment 65 Transport 19 Platform 55 Transport height 20 Plug 33 Transport position 38 Pneumatic brake 67 Transport width 8,20 Pneumatic system 43,51,80 Twin hopper 56...
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All details on technical specifications and pictograms are approximate and for information only. Subject to technical product revisions. HORSCH Maschinen GmbH Tel.: +49 94 31 7143-0 Sitzenhof 1 Fax: +49 94 31 7143-9200 92421 Schwandorf E-Mail: info@horsch.com www.horsch.com...
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