Maintenance - Gaspardo PA2 Use And Maintenance

3.0 DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE
Pneumatic drillmachine for cereals, rape, soya, lucerne and other forage crops to be fitted on folding power harrow and seeding on
minimum tilled soils. The forward placed hopper may be used for spreading fertilizer combining it with a vacuum precision planters.
Cost reduction by time and energy saving and optimisation of the environment health by reducing soil compaction, are always more
considered and appreciated from the farmers by using power harrow/drill combinations:
• Speeds up the job;
• Money savings;
• Simplified cultivation work;
• Speedier planting work;
• Blends the soil to an optimum degree with the plant residues and stubble.
It is suitable for sowing cereal: wheat, barley, rye, oats, rice.
For minute and forage seeds: rape, clover, alfalfa, rye-grass.
For coarse seeds: soya, peas.
Seeds (fertilizer) are laid down on the ground by means of ploughing devices, planter shoe, and they are distributed continuously.
The quantities to be distributed are controlled by a dosing device driven by an electric motor connected to the tractor speed sensor
(See the Electrical Distribution Control Operation and Maintenance Manual). The arms of the furrowing tools, independent of each
other, dispose of a wide margin of oscillation to adapt to the surface of the ground.
The machine is suitable only for the uses indicated. The recommended working speed is 6÷8 km/h. The machine must only be
transported by road with the tanks and hoppers empty and at max speed of 25 km/h. Any other use different from that described
in these instructions could cause damage to the machine and represent a serious hazard for the user. The machine must be
operated by qualified operators of the Customer. The operator must wear suitable personal protection equipment (safety
footwear, overalls and gloves, etc.). This machine has been intended for professional use: it must be operated exclusively by
preliminarily educated, trained and authorised operators who hold a regular driving license.
Operating instructions
• The machine was manufactured for dosing and distributing commercial seeds (fertilizer) of standard quality.
• It must be fitted with a soil tilling equipment (rotating harrow), connected to the three-point hook-up of a tractor and operated by an operator.
• The machine is intended for professional users: operation must be allowed to skilled operators only.
• The machine must be operated by one operator only.
• The machine is not intended for purposes other than farming applications.
Conforming machine operation also includes:
• compliance with all the instructions provided in this manual;
• performance of inspection and maintenance operations described in
this manual;
• exclusive use of genuine GASPARDO spare parts.
The machine can to sow on a gradient up to 10%.
The machine's correct operation is not guaranteed if having to plant on a slope that is more than 10% steep.
We recommend doing the following:
• reduce advancement speed;
• increase the blower's rotation speed up to maximum power (see table herein);
• frequently check that pipes are not clogged by seeds;
• check the amount of used seeds per planted Ha, corresponds to that set;
• available on request to install the special doser for steep slopes, more information to contact our Technical servicing;
• do not, in any case, work on slopes that jeopardise the machine's stability.
Additional checks before operation
Below is a list of additional checks required before operating the machine:
• ensure that there are no remarkably big stones or rocks (diameter superior to 8 to 12 cm) on the soil;
• ensure that there are no protruding sections of trees (over 10 cm) having a diameter superior to 8 to 12 cm on the soil;
• ensure that there are no metal elements of any type whatsoever, but especially nets, cables, wire ropes, chains, pipes, etc. on the soil.
The Customer must ensure that Qualified Operators for routine machine operation are suitably trained and prove competent in
carrying out the tasks assigned to them, taking care of their safety and that of third parties. Depending on the qualification level and
tasks assigned, qualified operators must be duly instructed on the machine functions so as to operate and manage it correctly and
guarantee good machine efficiency. Regular operation depends on the correct use and adequate maintenance of the equipment. It
is advisable therefore to observe scrupulously what is described in order to prevent any inconveniences that could prejudicate proper
operation and duration. It is just as important to keep to what is described in this booklet since the Manufacturer declines all
responsibility due to negligence and non-observance of these rules. At any rate the Manufacturer is available to assure immediate
and accurate technical assistance and all that may be necessary for the improved operation and better performance of the equipment.
The machine user shall be liable for damage caused by non-compliance with the instructions hereby.
cod. G19503380
USE AND MAINTENANCE
• Energy saving;
• Soil packed down to a lesser degree;
• Soil preparation and planting at the same time;
ATTENTION
Max. 10% Max. 10% Max. 10%
ENGLISH
Max. 10%
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