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Miniair Nova
O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l
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From machine number
Explanation
Product number
9/2011
11.2011
EN [Original]
ACPNPxx1940
Foldable
AC758881

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  • Page 1 Miniair Nova O p e r a t i n g m a n u a l Edition 9/2011 Print 11.2011 Language EN [Original] From machine number ACPNPxx1940 Explanation Foldable Product number AC758881...
  • Page 2 Tel: +49 (0)2921 / 974-0 Copyright by Kverneland Soest GmbH, Germany. Reproduction, transfer to other media, translation or the use of extracts or parts of this manual without the explicit permission of Kverneland, is not permitted. All rights reserved. The contents of this operating manual are subject to change...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Preliminary information ........5 Driving on the road ........72 Target group for this operating manual Safety Meaning of the symbols Prior to travel on public roads Transport position of seed rows Safety..............6 Folding in the track markers [+] For your safety Granule distributor [+]...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Accessories ..........120 Hydraulic changeover of track markers Lengthways transport attachment Press wheels Intermediate press wheels Coverer Clod deflector Crumbler Band sowing coulter Other accessories Eliminating malfunctions......127 Frame, rigid Frame, 6.00 metres PH Frame 9.00 m and 12.00 m, oscillating Hydraulic lengthways transport attachment Seeding technology...

  • Page 5: Preliminary Information

    Preliminary information Preliminary information This operating manual is directed at trained farmers and individuals T a r g e t g r o u p f o r who are otherwise qualified to perform agricultural activities and who t h i s o p e r a t i n g m a - have received training in the operation of this machinery.

  • Page 6: Safety

    Safety Safety This chapter contains general safety instructions. Each chapter of the F o r y o u r s a f e t y operating manual contains additional specific safety instructions which are not described here. Observe the safety instructions: •...
  • Page 7 Safety t o 6 . 0 0 m AC 495463 AC 495465 For machines with hydraulic connections 9 . 0 0 a n d 1 2 . 0 0 m f r a m e , o s c i l l a t i n g For machines with hydraulic connections AC 495463...
  • Page 8 Safety H y d r a u l i c a l l y f o l d a b l e f r a m e – 6 . 0 0 m e t r e s For machines with hydraulic connections AC 495463 AC 495465...
  • Page 9 Safety Read the operating manual carefully and follow the instructions M e a n i n g o f s a f e t y Initial operation of the machine must not take place before the opera- s t i c k e r s ting manual has been read and understood.
  • Page 10 Safety Caution, danger of explosion The accumulator contains pressurised gas and oil. Disassembly and repair work must only be carried out by qualified specialists. Caution, risk of tipping The machine or parts thereof might topple over. Attach the safety sup- ports before you stand in the danger area.

  • Page 11: Who Is Allowed To Operate The Machine

    Safety Only qualified personnel W h o i s a l l o w e d t o Only qualified persons who have been informed of the dangers asso- o p e r a t e t h e m a - ciated with handling the machine are permitted to operate, service or repair the machine.

  • Page 12: Centre Of Gravity

    Safety Observe the total weight, axle loads, tyre load-bearing capacity C e n t r e o f g r a v i t y and minimum ballast specifications The front or rear attachment of machines must not cause the tractor's permissible total weight, its permissible axle load or its tyre load-bea- ring capacity to be exceeded.
  • Page 13 Safety The measured values can now be inserted into the formulae. C a l c u l a t i o n Calculation of front ballast F r o n t b a l l a s t for machines attached at rear. ×...

  • Page 14: Road Transport

    Safety Make sure that the condition of the machine conforms to traffic R o a d t r a n s p o r t regulations The machine must conform to current traffic regulations if you intend to drive it on public roads. These include, for example: •...
  • Page 15 Safety Do not remove the protective equipment Protective equipment must not be removed or by-passed. Check all protective equipment before starting the machine. Unprotected machi- ne components can cause severe or fatal accidents. Checking tyre pressures Check tyre pressure regularly. If the tyre pressure is too high or too low, this can reduce the service life of the tyre and result in undesira- ble work results.

  • Page 16: Uncoupling The Machine

    Safety Increased risk of injury U n c o u p l i n g t h e There is an increased risk of injury when uncoupling the m a c h i n e machine from the tractor. Therefore: •...

  • Page 17: Further Regulations

    Safety Replace hydraulic hoses Replace hydraulic tubes every three years. Hydraulic hoses can age without any externally visible damage. Defect hydraulic lines can lead to severe or fatal injuries. Caution when cleaning with a high-pressure cleaner The machine can be cleaned using either water or a steam jet. Only use low pressure to clean bearings, fans, signal distribution boxes, plastic parts and hydraulic tubes.

  • Page 18: Getting To Know The Machine

    • Technical specifications The Miniair Nova is a precision seed drill for seeding after seedbed R a n g e o f a p p l i c a - preparation. It is for normal use in agriculture. Versatile equipment op- t i o n o f t h e m a - tions allow the seeding of round, calibrated seed.

  • Page 19: Characteristics Of The Machine

    Getting to know the machine Perfect combination C h a r a c t e r i s t i c s o f Thanks to specially hardened material combined with an optimum de- t h e m a c h i n e sign and high manufacturing quality, you acquire a reliable machine for seeding.

  • Page 20: Component Designations

    Getting to know the machine C o m p o n e n t d e s i - g n a t i o n s The following is a listing of the most important assemblies in the frame F r a m e as an overview.
  • Page 21 Getting to know the machine F r a m e , o s c i l l a t i n g – 9 . 0 0 m e t r e s Seed row Transmission (for mechanical ma- Attachment point chines) Transmission Frame...
  • Page 22 Getting to know the machine H y d r a u l i c a l l y f o l d a b l e f r a m e – 6 . 0 0 m e t r e s Transmission Track marker [+] (for mechanical ma-...
  • Page 23 Getting to know the machine The following is a listing of the most important assemblies for the so- S e e d r o w s wing units. The assemblies for the frame can be found from page 20. S i n g l e a n d t w i n s e e d r o w Lid for the hopper Lift assembly Grip for opening the...
  • Page 24 Getting to know the machine S e e d i n g h e a r t Screw for the lid of the seeding heart Additional scraper for special seed [+] Orientation scale O-ring Sealed adjustment screw Scraper, adjusta- Window ble to suit seed Seed disc Agitator shaft...

  • Page 25: Technical Specifications

    Getting to know the machine T e c h n i c a l s p e c i f i - c a t i o n s F r a m e Height (m) Width (m) Depth Weight (kg) Working Trans- Working...
  • Page 26 Getting to know the machine S e e d r o w Seed hopper Volume (l) Filling height • minimum up to the socket • maximum roughly 1 cm from the edge of the hopper Weights of the sowing unit (kg) without seed Single / twin seed row 29.5 / 32.0 Twin seed row...
  • Page 27 Getting to know the machine O t h e r s Tractor Minimum tractive power (kW) • 2.00 - 4.00 m, rigid from 30 • 4.50 - 6.50 m, rigid from 50 • 9.00 metres and 12.00 metres from 65 •...

  • Page 28: Delivery And Assembly

    Delivery and assembly Delivery and assembly The machine is delivered completely assembled. If parts of the machi- C h e c k s c o p e o f ne have not been assembled, please contact your dealer. s u p p l y Do not assemble the machine yourself Do not do assembly work yourself since prerequisites for an orderly condition of the machine are :...

  • Page 29: Coupling The Machinery

    Coupling the machinery Increased risk of injury Coupling the machinery When coupling the machine to the tractor, there is an increased risk of injury. Therefore: • Secure the tractor in such a way that it cannot roll forwards or back- wards •...
  • Page 30 Coupling the machinery Hydraulic connection at zero pressure only H y d r a u l i c s Only connect the hydraulic hoses to the tractor hydraulic system if the tractor and machine hydraulic system is depressurised. A hydraulic system which is under pressure can cause unforeseen movements on the machine.
  • Page 31 Coupling the machinery > In accordance with the tables, attach each of the hydraulic hoses C o n t r o l v a l v e s for the track markers and frames to a single- or double-acting con- trol valve.
  • Page 32 Coupling the machinery Requirements for operation: H y d r a u l i c f o l d a b l e • Double-acting control valve on the tractor l e n g t h w a y s t r a n s p o r t a t t a c h m e n t [ + ] C o u p l i n g >...

  • Page 33: Preparing For Operation

    Preparing for operation The following applies to all preparations for use: Preparing for operation Observe safety instructions Without fail, observe the safety instructions when performing all ope- rations. Any disregard for safety instructions can lead to serious or fa- tal injuries to persons. Secure the machinery •...

  • Page 34: Frame

    Preparing for operation Before you can prepare the machine, the foldable frame must be fol- F r a m e ded out. Prerequisites for folding: • The machine is coupled to the tractor and the tractor is secured to prevent it from rolling away •...
  • Page 35 Preparing for operation If the machine is equipped with a folding frame, unfold the frame using F o l d i n g t h e f r a m e the control panel before starting setup work. No persons within the slewing range F o l d i n g v i a t h e c o n t r o l The slew range of the machinery must be clear of all persons during p a n e l...

  • Page 36: Track Marker [+]

    Preparing for operation To set the track markers, the machine and track markers must be ex- T r a c k m a r k e r [ + ] tended and lowered into working position. Prerequisites for folding: • The machine is coupled to the tractor and the tractor is secured to prevent it from rolling away •...
  • Page 37 Preparing for operation Unfold the track markers prior to making settings. The procedure for U n f o l d i n g t r a c k folding out the track markers depends on the machine equipment: m a r k e r s Hydraulically folding track...
  • Page 38 Preparing for operation Secure the track marker M a n u a l f o l d i n g Secure the track marker during removal of the transport safeguard. Position it in a way that ensures you cannot be hit by the accidental unfolding of the track marker.
  • Page 39 Preparing for operation During the forward pass, the track markers mark a path in the seed A d j u s t i n g l e n g t h bed for the return pass. To enable this, adjust the track markers as fol- lows: •...
  • Page 40 Preparing for operation Measure out the calculated track marker length on the ground, never A d j u s t i n g t h e t r a c k m a r k - directly on the track marker arm. The latter measurement is imprecise. e r s o n t h e t r a c t o r f r o n t w h e e l s >...
  • Page 41 Preparing for operation After the adjustment of the length of the track markers it is then neces- S e t t i n g w o r k i n g sary to set the working depth. d e p t h o f t r a c k m a r k - e r s The length of the chain is adjusted for the initial application only.

  • Page 42: Adjust Sowing Units

    Preparing for operation Increased risk of injury A d j u s t s o w i n g There is increased risk of injury while making adjustments. Therefore: u n i t s • Secure the tractor and machine against rolling away •...
  • Page 43 Preparing for operation The seed row can be loaded with additional pressure or relieved using A d j u s t i n g t h e l o a d o r springs. This allows you to optimally adjust the seed row in line with l o a d - r e l i e f the soil conditions.
  • Page 44 Preparing for operation The deposit depth can only be set in the field. A d j u s t i n g t h e d e p o s i t → Chapter »After the test drive«, page 89. d e p t h For the different seeds appropriate seed discs are available.
  • Page 45 Preparing for operation Extract of the available seed discs: Vegetable Calibration Seed disc (non-pelleted or pelleted) Model Holes Quantity Ø [mm] Asparagus 2.50 - 3.50 2020 3.50 - 4.00 2020 Cucumber – 2020 Beetroot 3.00 - 4.00 8020 3.00 - 4.00 6020 Onions, calibrated 2.00 - 2.25...

  • Page 46: Setting Of The Grain Distance

    Preparing for operation The sowing distance in the row can be adjusted: S e t t i n g o f t h e • mechanically by means of a lever change gearbox or g r a i n d i s t a n c e •...
  • Page 47 Preparing for operation The following tables list some sowing distances for the number of grains/ha and the row distance.
  • Page 48 Preparing for operation...
  • Page 49 Preparing for operation The sowing distance in the row is established using the chain-driven C h a i n - d r i v e n g e a r b o x gearbox. The sowing distance in the row is dependent on the seed di- sc and the selected combination of sprockets.
  • Page 50 Preparing for operation Once you have determined the appropriate combination of sprockets C h a n g i n g t h e c h a i n from the sowing distance table, you can fit these sprockets to the ge- w h e e l s arbox.

  • Page 51: Adjusting The Seed Coverer

    Preparing for operation Seed coverers can be present in a variety of versions: A d j u s t i n g t h e s e e d • Tine coverer c o v e r e r • Towing coverer •...
  • Page 52 Preparing for operation The towing coverer does not require adjusting. T o w i n g c o v e r e r The coverer can be hung up whenever it is not needed: > Attach the chain to the bracket Bracket The working angle of the coverer can be adjusted to suit soil conditi- A d j u s t a b l e c o v e r e r...

  • Page 53: Adjusting The Intermediate Press Wheel [+]

    Preparing for operation The force exerted by the intermediate press wheel can be adjusted to A d j u s t i n g t h e i n - suit ground conditions. t e r m e d i a t e p r e s s w h e e l [ + ] >...

  • Page 54: Adjusting The Clod Deflector [+]

    Preparing for operation It can be practical to set the clod deflector higher or lower depending A d j u s t i n g t h e c l o d on the characteristics of the ground. d e f l e c t o r [ + ] >...
  • Page 55 Preparing for operation > Loosen the hexagon socket screw on the seed row Hexagon socket screw (rear > Slide the sprocket and seed row alternately in small increments as seed row in this example) desired. Ensure correct chain alignment whilst doing so. >...
  • Page 56 Preparing for operation If the distance between seed rows has been modified, the pressure A d j u s t i n g t h e p r e s s wheels upstream and downstream of the seeding heart must be adju- w h e e l s sted to the new distance.
  • Page 57 Preparing for operation Both seed rows of a double seed row unit should run one behind the A d j u s t i n g t h e p a r a l l e - other at the same height. With some double seed rows, minor offsets l o g r a m can cause the rear seed row to sow lower or higher than the front seed row.

  • Page 58: Emptying The Seed Hopper

    Preparing for operation After a change of seed or after completing the seeding work, the seed E m p t y i n g t h e s e e d has to be emptied completely from the seed hoppers. h o p p e r >...

  • Page 59: Filling Seed

    Preparing for operation Only use suitable seed F i l l i n g s e e d Use only appropriate and clean seed. Items such as stones or metal can lead to significant damage to the sowing discs and can cause in- correct results when sowing.

  • Page 60: Adjusting The Negative Pressure And Overpres- Sure

    Preparing for operation The fan generates both negative pressure and overpressure. For the A d j u s t i n g t h e n e - correct setting for the seed concerned, please observe the following g a t i v e p r e s s u r e important information: •...
  • Page 61 Preparing for operation We have compiled a table for selected seeds that contains guide va- G u i d e v a l u e s lues for the adjustments of negative pressure and overpressure: Seed Seed disc Type Calibration Model Number of holes in the Diameter of the...
  • Page 62 Preparing for operation The fan has two pressure gauges. One pressure gauge shows over- A d j u s t i n g t h e r e g u l a - pressure, the other shows negative pressure. t i n g f l a p Pressure gauge for negative pressure...

  • Page 63: Settings At The Seeding Heart

    Preparing for operation Make the following adjustments only at the first sowing unit, at first. S e t t i n g s a t t h e The adjustments cannot be carried over to the other seed rows until s e e d i n g h e a r t you have made and checked the following adjustments on the first seed row.

  • Page 64: Lifting Device [+]

    Preparing for operation The lift assembly allows you to lift individual sowing units. Then, the L i f t i n g d e v i c e [ + ] sowing unit has no longer contact to the ground. Lift up the sowing units only with empty seed hopper Always empty the seed hopper and the seeding heart with lifted so- wing units.

  • Page 65: Checks

    Preparing for operation During a check, all settings at the seeding heart are checked. The C h e c k s grain distance and the depth adjustment of the sowing units will be checked later on the field. → Chapter »Preparations in the field«, section »After the test drive«, page 89.

  • Page 66: Granule Distributor [+]

    Preparing for operation Avoiding the possibility of an unintentional start-up G r a n u l e d i s t r i b u - Ensure that nobody is turning the PTO shaft or drive wheel while the t o r [ + ] settings are being made.
  • Page 67 Preparing for operation The chain wheel combination you require for a specific seed rate and C o m b i n e t h e c h a i n crop protection chemical delivery can be obtained from the following w h e e l s two tables.
  • Page 68 Preparing for operation Crop protec- Chain wheel pair A/B / metering wheel 3 mm ** [+] tion chemical g /100 metres 28/16 28/18 28/20 20/16 20/18 20/20 18/20 16/20 20/28 18/28 16/28 13/28 13/36* COUNTER 58.5 46.5 41.5 33.5 26.5 21.5 15.5 COUNTER SG...
  • Page 69 Preparing for operation Change the chain wheels on all drives. Use the same chain wheel size S e t t i n g a p p l i c a t i o n for all drives. r a t e >...
  • Page 70 Preparing for operation Observe guidelines F i l l i n g t a n k When working with pesticides, all relevant information on the handling of pesticides and the specific safety instructions of the pesticide ma- nufacturer must be observed. Improper handling of crop protection chemicals can lead to damage to the health.
  • Page 71 Preparing for operation Prerequisites: P e r f o r m i n g a c a l i b r a - • The application rate is set through an appropriate combination of t i o n t e s t sprockets •...

  • Page 72: Driving On The Road

    Driving on the road Driving on the road Observe guidelines S a f e t y Before transporting the machinery on public roads, read the following safety information. Compliance is mandatory and will help you in avoiding accidents. Make sure that the condition of the machine conforms to traffic G e n e r a l regulations The machine must conform to current traffic regulations if you intend...
  • Page 73 Driving on the road Trip ropes must hang loose Trip ropes for quick-release couplings must hang loose and must not, when in their lowered position, release the couplings of their own ac- cord. If they accidentally come free, they can cause serious accidents. Remove debris Remove debris, stones, and clods of earth.

  • Page 74: Transport Position Of Seed Rows

    Driving on the road Special aspects of driving over poor stretches of track T r a n s p o r t p o s i t i o n The seed rows must be brought into their working position for road o f s e e d r o w s transport.
  • Page 75 Driving on the road Fold in the track marker arms prior to transport. The procedure for folding in the track markers depends on the machi- ne equipment: Hydraulically folding track = Fold hydraulically marker Mechanical track marker = Fold manually Only with a single-acting control valve: F o l d i n g h y d r a u l i c a l l y To fold in track markers over a single-acting control valve:...

  • Page 76: Granule Distributor [+]

    Driving on the road Hold the track marker during folding and push it up. Position it in a way M a n u a l f o l d i n g that ensures you cannot be hit by the accidental unfolding of the track marker.

  • Page 77: Fold In Frame

    Driving on the road > Use R-pins to secure the gear rods between the granule distribu- tors Lock gearbox rods Check the connections for the hydraulics F o l d i n f r a m e Before folding, it is essential to check whether the hydraulics for the hydraulic folding frame are correctly connected to single or double-ac- ting control valves.
  • Page 78 Driving on the road Fold in the frame prior to transport. Depending on the machine equip- ment, the folding is accomplished as follows: • Hydraulically folding frame = fold using control panel Prerequisites for folding: • The machine is coupled to the tractor and the tractor is secured against rolling away.

  • Page 79: Lengthways Transport Attachment

    Driving on the road Rigid frames longer than 6 metres can only be transported with the aid L e n g t h w a y s t r a n s - of an p o r t a t t a c h m e n t •...
  • Page 80 Driving on the road If the transport wheels are not on the equaliser bar: Lock for the transport Equaliser bar wheel > Push in the lock on the equaliser bar and push up the transport wheel, until the lock engages If the transport wheels are in working position at the equaliser bar (Transport wheels are pointing upwards): >...

  • Page 81: Checking The Machine

    Driving on the road Use the checklist to check the machine in accordance with its equip- C h e c k i n g t h e m a - ment prior to transport on public roads: c h i n e •...

  • Page 82: Road Transport

    Driving on the road Make sure you have a clear view R o a d t r a n s p o r t Before starting, check the immediate surrounding area. Always ensu- re an unimpeded view and pay particular attention to any children in the vicinity of the machine.

  • Page 83: Preparations In The Field

    Preparations in the field The following applies to all preparations for use: Preparations in the field • You must observe the safety instructions when carrying out all work • Secure the machine so that it cannot be started up accidentally and cannot roll away •...
  • Page 84 Preparations in the field > Lower the support legs on the lengthways transport attachment Holding yoke and the frame and lock in place > If necessary: Remove the electrical connections and the connec- Parking leg tions for the hydraulics > Park the machinery on the ground >...

  • Page 85: Frame And Track Markers

    Preparations in the field The hydraulic lengthways transport attachment will be brought from U n c o u p l e h y d r a u l i - the transport position into the working position in the field. c a l l y f o l d i n g l e n g t h w a y s t r a n s p o r t a t t a c h m e n t...

  • Page 86: Granule Distributor [+]

    Preparations in the field After the road transport, the granule distributor is prepared for the use G r a n u l e d i s t r i b u - on the field. t o r [ + ] >...

  • Page 87: Filling The Seed Hopper

    Preparations in the field Fill the seed hopper. F i l l i n g t h e s e e d → Chapter »Preparing for operation«, section »Filling seed«, page h o p p e r If you are using a granule distributor, fill it up. F i l l i n g t h e g r a n u l e →...

  • Page 88: Test Drive

    Preparations in the field Riding on the machine is strictly prohibited T e s t d r i v e Do not transport people or objects on the machine. Riding on the ma- chine is hazardous and strictly prohibited. Make sure the immediate vicinity is clear Before starting up, folding out the machine, and using it, check the vicinity of the machine.
  • Page 89 Preparations in the field > Fold out the track markers F o l d i n g o u t t h e t r a c k → Chapter »Preparing for operation«, section »Unfolding track mark- m a r k e r s [ + ] ers«, page 37.

  • Page 90: Operation

    Operation Do not remove the protective equipment Operation Protective equipment must not be removed or by-passed. Check all protective equipment before starting the machine. Unprotected machi- ne components can cause severe or fatal accidents. Riding on the machine is strictly prohibited Do not transport people or objects on the machine.

  • Page 91: Before Sowing

    Operation Avoid driving in reverse B e f o r e s o w i n g Avoid driving and rolling backwards when sowing. This could lead to obstruction of the shares. The following tasks are necessary prior to sowing: •...

  • Page 92: Mechanical Hectaremeter[+]

    Operation The hectaremeter counts the pulses during the work. The drilled field M e c h a n i c a l h e c t a - area can not be read directly from the hectaremeter because the pre- r e m e t e r [ + ] cision drill is equipped with multiple seed rows and different row widths.
  • Page 93 Operation Please refer to the table for the value for the area calculation.

  • Page 94: Checks During Sowing

    Operation During sowing, perform inspection tasks using the checklist. C h e c k s d u r i n g s o - w i n g From time-to-time, climb down and check the following: G e n e r a l •...

  • Page 95: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Cleaning and care A high-pressure cleaner, for example, can be used to clean the machi- C l e a n i n g ne. Never point the water jet directly at the stickers or type plate. Note the following information on cleaning •...

  • Page 96: Care

    Cleaning and care To ensure that the machine has a long service life, we recommend at C a r e the end of the season that you apply a protective coat of oil prior to storage to all chains and working tools that have moved through the soil.

  • Page 97: Parking And Storage

    Parking and storage Parking and storage Increased risk of injury P a r k i n g a n d s e c u - There is an increased risk of injury when uncoupling the machine from r i n g t h e m a c h i n e the tractor.

  • Page 98: Storing The Machinery

    Parking and storage Depending on the type of frame, store the machine with S t o r i n g t h e m a - c h i n e r y All rigid frames = working position All foldable frames = transport position Prior to storage, we recommend applying a protective coating of oil to all working tools that moved through the ground.

  • Page 99: Maintenance

    Maintenance Maintenance F o r y o u r s a f e t y Prerequisites for conducting maintenance work S p e c i a l s a f e t y i n f o r - Only perform the maintenance operations if you have the required ex- m a t i o n pert knowledge and suitable tools.

  • Page 100: General Information

    Maintenance Additives in oils and lubricants may have adverse health effects. Since P r o t e c t i v e m e a s u r e s the hazardous material code does not require any special identificati- f o r h a n d l i n g o i l s o r on, please always observe the following: l u b r i c a n t s...
  • Page 101 Maintenance The following table contains a brief explanation of the most important F u n d a m e n t a l s terms used for maintenance. Task Explanation • Greasing Apply grease to sliding surfaces with a brush •...
  • Page 102 Maintenance S c r e w c o n n e c t i o n s All screws have to be retightened: R e t i g h t e n s c r e w s • after the first few operating hours •...
  • Page 103 Maintenance M a i n t e n a n c e i n t e r - v a l s a n d s e t t i n g w o r k General • • Retighten all screws •...
  • Page 104 Maintenance Seeding technology • • Shift gear Seed rows from • • • • Chain • • • • • • • Seeding heart • • Seed disc • • Share • • • • Press roller • • Coverer •...
  • Page 105 Maintenance Other • • Track marker (disc) Wheels • • Tyres • • • • Air pressure • • Dust filter on the fan • • Pest management Granule distributor from • • Chain wheels • • Chain • • •...

  • Page 106: Maintenance General

    Maintenance M a i n t e n a n c e G e - n e r a l All screws have to be retightened: R e t i g h t e n s c r e w s •...

  • Page 107: Boom

    Maintenance The fittings for lubrication are shown only as an example. B o o m > Depending on usage, all booms of the foldable frame have to be Once per season lubricated at least once a season with 1 - 2 strokes with the grease gun.

  • Page 108: Seed Row

    Maintenance This section describes the following maintenance tasks to be carried S e e d r o w out on the seed row: • Replacing the seed disc • Replacing the cleaning jet • Replacing the coulter Replacement of the seed disc is necessary when the seed to be sown R e p l a c i n g t h e s e e d is changed or there is wear on the seed disc.
  • Page 109 Maintenance > Fit the new seed disc. Position the seed disc on the carrier correct- > Turn the seed disc slightly to the right so that it is secured > Position the lid of the seeding heart and the seed hopper and se- cure with nuts Carrier The cleaning jet is worn if no raised areas can be seen.

  • Page 110: Dust Filter On The Fan

    Maintenance If the share does not draw a seed furrow anymore, the share wedge R e p l a c i n g t h e c o u l t e r is worn off. The coulter is worn out and must be replaced promptly. In case of wear >...

  • Page 111: Wheels

    Maintenance W h e e l s Check the air pressure of the transport and drive wheels in accordan- C h e c k i n g a i r p r e s - ce with the table. s u r e Tyres Air pressure (bar) Once per season...

  • Page 112: Drive

    Maintenance As necessary, the chains have to be tensioned or replaced. The D r i v e maintenance works have to be made at all drive arms. T e n s i o n i n g c h a i n If necessary >...

  • Page 113: Track Marker

    Maintenance T r a c k m a r k e r General maintenance work on the track markers includes: T r a c k m a r k e r g e n e r a l • Replacing the disc •...
  • Page 114 Maintenance After heavy stress the rope at track marker can be lengthened or show M e c h a n i c a l t r a c k damages. You should therefore retighten the cable as required or at m a r k e r [ + ] least check the cable once a season.

  • Page 115: Granule Distributor [+]

    Maintenance This section describes the following maintenance tasks to be carried G r a n u l e d i s t r i b u - out on the granule distributor: t o r [ + ] • Replacing the sprockets •...
  • Page 116 Maintenance L u b r i c a t i n g t h e g e a r - b o x d r i v e s h a f t After excessive use > Remove the R-pins on both sides of the gearbox drive shaft >...
  • Page 117 Maintenance > Undo the grub screws Grub screws > Pull out the shaft. When doing so, pay attention to the scraper pla- Grub screws > Lay the scraper plate on a clean support surface Shaft Scraper plate > Undo the grub screw Grub screw >...
  • Page 118 Maintenance When fitting the new metering wheels, note the position of the teeth. The position of the teeth on the new metering wheels must match the position on the old metering wheels. > In the same order and using new metering wheels, slide the com- ponents back onto the shaft Old metering wheels...
  • Page 119 Maintenance > Carefully tighten the grub screws. When doing so, check occasio- Grub screws nally that the shaft is still able to turn slightly.

  • Page 120: Accessories

    Accessories Accessories For 3.00 m rigid frames, you can use a hydraulic changeover for the H y d r a u l i c c h a n - convenient changeover of the track markers from the tractor, rather g e o v e r o f t r a c k than having to carry out the changeover manually.

  • Page 121: Press Wheels

    Accessories P r e s s w h e e l s The flat Farmflex press wheel is a universal press wheel for recom- F a r m f l e x f l a t p r e s s paction of the seed furrow.

  • Page 122: Intermediate Press Wheels

    Accessories In addition to an intermediate press wheel with rubber ring, an inter- I n t e r m e d i a t e mediate press wheel with a stainless-steel ring can be used. p r e s s w h e e l s I n t e r m e d i a t e p r e s s w h e e l w i t h r u b b e r r i n g...

  • Page 123: Coverer

    Accessories In addition to towing coverer, you can choose from a tine coverer or C o v e r e r an adjustable coverer. T o w i n g c o v e r e r T i n e c o v e r e r <...

  • Page 124: Clod Deflector

    Accessories The elastic suspension of the clod deflector is particularly recommen- C l o d d e f l e c t o r ded for heavy soils and stony conditions. Fitted in place of the rear press wheel, the crumbler improves recom- C r u m b l e r paction while loosening up the soil.

  • Page 125: Other Accessories

    Accessories O t h e r a c c e s s o r i e s A lighting system is available which complies with regulations. L i g h t i n g s y s t e m The use of the granule distributor makes it possible to place pesticides G r a n u l e d i s t r i b u t o r in granule form directly during the seeding process in the sowing row.
  • Page 126 Accessories Mechanical hectare meter for calculating the drilled field area. H e c t a r e m e t e r Appropriate seed discs are available for the different seeds. S e e d d i s c s...

  • Page 127: Eliminating Malfunctions

    Eliminating malfunctions Malfunctions can often be eliminated quickly and easily. Before calling Eliminating malfunctions Customer Service, refer to the table to check whether the malfunction is one you can eliminate yourself. F r a m e , r i g i d Malfunction Cause Remedy...

  • Page 128: Frame

    Eliminating malfunctions F r a m e , 6 . 0 0 m e t r e s P H Malfunction Cause Remedy Track marker double-acting No voltage Check voltage supply • Not activating, or only slowly Control valve at the tractor defect Contact manufacturer Hydraulic pump defect Contact manufacturer...

  • Page 129: Frame

    Eliminating malfunctions F r a m e 9 . 0 0 m a n d 1 2 . 0 0 m , o s c i l l a - t i n g Malfunction Cause Remedy Track marker double-acting No voltage Check voltage supply •...

  • Page 130: Hydraulic Lengthways Transport Attachment

    Eliminating malfunctions H y d r a u l i c l e n g t h w a y s t r a n s - p o r t a t t a c h m e n t Malfunction Cause Remedy...

  • Page 131: Disposal

    Disposal When the service life of your machine is over, it must be properly dis- Disposal posed of. Please observe the current and valid waste disposal regula- tions. Metal parts All metal machine components can be sent for metal recycling. Plastic parts All plastic parts are indicated and can be recycled.

  • Page 132: Eu Conformity Declaration

    Germany 2 0 0 6 / 4 2 / E C declares of its own responsibility that the following product meets the stipulations of EC Directive 2006/42/EC: Miniair Nova and Accessories Kverneland Group Soest GmbH Soest, 11.01.2010 Friedrich Pehle Managing Director and authorised to compile technical documentation...

  • Page 133: Index

    Index Index Coupling the machine Accessory Band sowing coulter Clod deflector Dimension G Coverer Disposal of implement Crumbler Drive Granule distributor Replacing chain Hectaremeter Tensioning chain Hydraulic changeover of track markers Driving on the Road Intermediate press wheels Transport position of seed rows Lengthways transport attachment Driving on the road Lighting system...
  • Page 134 Index Granule distributor metering wheels Granule distributor sprockets Machine Marker disc Inspect Riding on the machine Machinery Road transport, see Driving on the road Characteristics Connecting up the machine Coupling Proper use Safety Range of application Agricultural training Storage Altered driving and braking performance Maintenance Assembly Bearing...
  • Page 135 Index Technical specifications Frame Seed row Test drive Track marker Adjustments Folding hydraulically Manual folding Replacing the disc Training Transport locking device Frame Vacuum system Wheels Replacing...

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