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- Page 1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Focus 7 MT TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY PRIOR TO STARTING UP! KEEP OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE! ART.: 8070 0204 ISSUE: 04/2018...
- Page 3 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).
- Page 4 EG-Konformitätserklärung HORSCH Maschinen GmbH Sitzenhof 1, D-92421 Schwandorf erklärt hiermit in alleiniger Verantwortung als Hersteller, dass das nachfolgend genannte Produkt: Sämaschine Typ: Focus 7 MT den einschlägigen grundlegenden Sicherheits- und Gesundheitsanforderungen der Richtlinie 2006/42/EG entspricht. Schwandorf, 20.04.2018 Klaus Winkler Dokumentationsbevollmächtigter...
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Introduction ...........4 Operation .............32 Foreword ............4 Commissioning/Tractor change ....32 Notes on representation .........4 Adapting the hose connection ....32 Service............5 Connecting/Parking ........33 Warranty claim processing ......5 Connecting ...........33 Consequential damage........5 Transport position .........34 Parking ............36 Safety and responsibility ......6 Folding ............37 Intended use ...........6 Unfolding ............37... - Page 7 Packer ............54 RingFlex Packer ........54 Steering drawbar ..........56 Pneumatics - hose arrangement ....57 Row spacing ..........59 Conversion of the number of rows .....60 Conversion from rape to grain bar .....60 Version with loose coulters ......61 Version with second seed bar ....62 Maintenance overview ........63 Waste disposal ...........68 Appendix .............69...
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Page 8: Introduction
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. -
Page 9: Service
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.:... -
Page 10: Safety And Responsibility
Intended use Horsch does not assume any liability for dam- The machine is intended for tillage as well as ages resulting from the unintended use of the for the placement of seed and flowable fertiliser machine. -
Page 11: Qualification Of Personnel
The person must be physically able to keep sponding personnel must have been trained by ¾ the machine under control. service personnel from HORSCH. This refers to the following activities: The person is able to perform work with the ¾... -
Page 12: Children In Danger
Children in danger Safety in traffic Children are not able to assess dangers and may DANGER behave unpredictably. Children are therefore especially endangered: No passengers are allowed to ride on the machine! Keep children away from the machine. ¾ Especially before drive off and before trigger- ¾... -
Page 13: Safety In Operation
The machine must only be put into operation ¾ qualified expert workshop. after receiving instructions by employees of the authorized dealer or a HORSCH em- ployee. The machine registration form must be com- ¾ pleted and returned to HORSCH. - Page 14 Coupling and unhitching Pressure accumulator The hydraulic system may be equipped with Faulty coupling of the machine to the pulling tool pressure accumulators. of the tractor causes dangers, which could result in severe accidents. Do not open or work (welding, drilling) on ¾...
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Page 15: Fertiliser And Dressed Seed
Jump away from the machine. Ensure a safe operating instructions. ¾ stand when jumping. Do not touch the outside HORSCH does not assume any liability for of the machine. damages resulting from the attachment of non-fitting pulling tools as well as incorrect Move away from the machine with short step- ¾... -
Page 16: Environmental Protection
Only perform the work described in these ¾ operating instructions. HORSCH is not liable for damages to life and Before starting maintenance and service work limb as well as property damages resulting from ¾ park the machine on level and firm ground and unapproved retrofitting and conversions. - Page 17 HORSCH for this purpose. Do not clean new machines with a steam jet of a high pressure cleaner. The paint takes approx.
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Page 18: Danger Zone
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... -
Page 19: Safety Stickers
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... - Page 20 Keep sufficient distance to elec- tric high voltage power lines. 00385791 Secure the machine with wheel chocks before uncoupling or parking. 00381116 Loading hook; hook the load suspension gear (chains, ropes etc.) into this loading hook during loading.
- Page 21 Position of safety stickers (depending on equipment) Safety stickers with the addition “2x” can be found on either side of the machine.
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Page 22: Commissioning
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... -
Page 23: Technical Data
Data on the type plate: Model designation Serial number Year of construction System pressure Made in Germany HORSCH Maschinen GmbH EC vehicle type Sitzenhof 1, D-92421 Schwandorf Tel. +49 (0) 9 43 1 / 7 14 30 www.HORSCH.com EG-Fahrzeugtyp... - Page 24 Focus 7 MT 10740 2970 7620 10970...
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Page 25: Requirements For The Tractor
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 Focus... - Page 26 Hydraulics Maximum system pressure 210 bar Oil grade Mineral hydraulic oil Delivery rate 200 l/min at 180 bar Number of dual-acting control units 4 / 5 coupling points required on seed wagon Pressureless return flow (max. 5 bar) 1 (fan of seed wagon)
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Page 27: Calculating The Ballasting
Calculating the ballasting Required data: The permissible total weight, the permissible axle loads and the load bearing capacity of the tyres must not be exceeded when mounting or hitching up implements. The front axle of the tractor must always be loaded with at least 20 % of the curb weight of the tractor. - Page 28 1. Calculation of minimum front ballasting 4. Calculation of the actual total weight with rear implement: • (c + d) - T • b + 0.2 • T • b Enter the result of the calculated total weight and a + b V min the permissible total weight from the operating instructions of the tractor into the table.
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Page 29: Attachment
Attachment Overview Focus 7 MT Support wheel Connecting Steering cylinder (option) DiscSystem, 2-row Tine field, 2-beam Disc levelling Packer TurboDisc seed bar Seed distributor tower 10 Lighting carrier 11 Undercarriage wheels 12 Fertiliser distributor tower... -
Page 30: Hydraulics
Hydraulics WARNING Unintentional hydraulic movements may lead to severe accidents and injuries! Secure or lock the control units on the tractor. ¾ Instruct persons to leave the slewing range of ¾ foldable machine parts. Switch all control units to the locked position ¾... - Page 31 Plans...
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Page 32: Identification Of Hydraulic Hoses
Identification of hydraulic hoses The symbol is always located above the hose that requires pressure to bring the machine in transport position (lift out, folding, etc.). Lift / lower Folding Tools... -
Page 33: Aluminium Clips
Aluminium clips NOTE The aluminium clips are placed on the piston Pay attention to the ratio on the machine, see ¾ rods of hydraulic cylinders, depending on the Depth setting. operating states, see chapter Operation. Different aluminium clips The thickness of the clips differs according to colour: Colour blue... -
Page 34: Lighting
Lighting WARNING Traffic accidents caused by defective lighting. Ensure cleanliness and tight fit of the plug-and- ¾ socket connections. Check the lighting before setting off. ¾ Check warning boards and lighting equipment ¾ for cleanliness. 7-pin plug Rear light, right Lamp, direction indicator Lamp, tail light Lamp, brake light... -
Page 35: Instruction Stickers
Instruction stickers Clean soiled stickers. ¾ Damaged or illegible stickers must be re- ¾ placed immediately. Apply the specified stickers to spare parts. ¾ Adjust shut-off valve for Maximum tyre pressure 4.0 bar 1 Road travel and wings 2 Field work Maximum tyre pressure 4.9 bar Retighten the wheel nuts / wheel bolts after 50 km or 10 hours. -
Page 36: Operation
Operation Commissioning/Tractor change Whenever working on the machine During initial commissioning and when chang- pay attention to the associated safety ing the tractor, the machine must be adapted notes in the chapter "Safety and to the tractor. prevention of accidents" as well as the accident prevention instructions! WARNING Dropping or lowering machine parts can cause... -
Page 37: Connecting/Parking
Connecting/Parking NOTE If possible, connect the machine to the seed ¾ wagon with the help of a second person di- DANGER recting you. There is a risk that persons may become Route cables, lines and hoses so that they ¾ crushed and severely injured between machine will not be damaged during operation (when and tractor! -
Page 38: Transport Position
7. Connect all hydraulic lines, see chapter Hy- Transport position draulics. Watch out for the marks and stickers on the seed wagon. WARNING Danger of road accidents caused by losing the machine or machine parts. Lock the control units mechanically or electri- ¾... - Page 39 5. Check lighting equipment and warning decals for function and cleanliness. 6. Check before starting to drive whether the machine has been properly connected and secured and all cultivation tools have been retracted. Position of control units during transport travel Floating position Locked position Supply...
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Page 40: Parking
Unhitching the machine from the seed Parking wagon 1. Position the machine at a suitable location DANGER and set the tractor brake. Serious accidents when unhitching the machine! 2. Unfold the machine if necessary. Follow the Unfolding section in this regard. Before unhitching secure the machine with ¾... -
Page 41: Folding
Folding Folding Insert aluminium clips 50 mm thick on the ¾ WARNING hydraulic cylinders of the support wheels. Dropping or lowering machine parts can cause Lift the machine completely. ¾ severe crushing injuries etc.! Turn the switch-over ball valve Field/Road to ¾... -
Page 42: Depth Setting
Depth setting Tine field depth setting 1. Starting with the basic position, remove alu- WARNING minium clips from the hydraulic cylinders on the packer and the support wheels until the Risk of accident from unauthorised starting of desired working depth has been reached. the tractor and triggering of machine move- Remove the same number and colour com- ¾... -
Page 43: Discsystem Depth Setting
DiscSystem depth setting Rows of disc setting Perform setting of the DiscSystems in the The disc rows of the DiscSystem are connected ¾ field. via upper links. The rear row represents the reference, the front row can be adjusted relative Lower the DiscSystem until the discs touch ¾... -
Page 44: Side Limitation
Side limitation Remove the cotter pin (B) for this purpose, ¾ swivel the side limitation to the transport posi- tion and secure again with the cotter pin (B). The side limitation prevents the formation of ridges of soil between adjoining passes. NOTE The right adjustment of the side limitation de- pends on various factors:... -
Page 45: Seed Distributor Towers
Seed distributor towers DiscSystem side limitation Both sides of the machine have a side limitation. Before sowing, the distributor towers for the seed must be aligned correctly to achieve good transverse distribution. DiscSystem side limitation 1. Option: Seed distributor tower Loosen the screw (C), adjust the arm of the ¾... -
Page 46: Pneumatic System
Pneumatic system Adjusting the fan speed Pay attention to the operating instructions of ¾ the supply device. NOTE The correct distribution and thus the correct fan speed must be determined in the field or during test placement. The settings at the start of work and also ¾... -
Page 47: Use In The Field
Use in the field Headland Lift out the machine at the headland. ¾ Activate the E-Manager. ¾ The DiscSystem and the tine field are lifted Follow the associated operating instructions via the hydraulic cylinders on the packer and for the settings on the E-Manager. the support wheels. -
Page 48: Checks Before And During Use On The Field
Checks before and during use on Pneumatic system the field Do the hoses of the pneumatic not sag and ¾ are they free of water and deposits? Are all air lines between fan and coulters leak NOTE ¾ tight and firmly connected? Check the placement quality when beginning Does air flow uniformly out of all coulters? ¾... -
Page 49: Assembly Groups
Never open the spring assembly. ¾ Fertiliser distributor tower If a tine is blocked or jammed by stones etc., ¾ please contact the HORSCH Service. Never reach with your hand into a spring as- ¾ sembly under tension. Seed distributor tower... -
Page 50: Coulter
Adjusting the fertiliser placement NOTE The fertiliser depot can be placed either on the surface of the field or in the soil. In addition to The fertiliser placement depends on the con- this, fertiliser can also be placed half in the soil ditions in the field and can therefore only be and half on the surface. -
Page 51: Coulter
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... -
Page 52: Coulter Disc Scraper
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. -
Page 53: Rubber Mounting
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 Check the scrapers and uniformers for condi- ¾... -
Page 54: Coulter Pressure
Drilling depth Coulter pressure The seed bar is guided in the depth via the hy- The harder the soil and the deeper the seed is draulic cylinders. The drilling depth is adjusted to be placed, the higher the required pressure. by adding or removing aluminium clips. -
Page 55: Tightening Torques On The Coulter
Tightening torques on the coulter 20 Nm 55 Nm 100 Nm 20 +5 Nm 5 Nm 38 Nm... -
Page 56: Coulter Discs
Coulter discs Disc levelling The serrated coulter discs cut the harvest resi- The levelling discs are located behind the tine dues and the soil and mix the harvest residues field and create a level surface in front of the in down to working depth. packer. - Page 57 Depth setting Notes on cleaning The depth setting of the levelling discs is made Mechanical seals are very sensitive against the after the tines have reached the desired work- precipitation of water and the subsequent, long ing depth. The setting is made using aluminium downtimes.
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Page 58: Packer
Packer Mounting the packer RingFlex Packer WARNING Dropping or rolling machine parts can cause severe crushing injuries etc.! Support the raised machine by appropriate ¾ means and secure the packer against rolling away. Comply with the accident prevention instruc- ¾ tions. - Page 59 4. Press the conical nut against the outside Dismantling the packer screw (e). Do not use a hammer, or similar! 5. Lubricate the external thread with grease or WARNING copper paste. Dropping or rolling machine parts can cause 6. Screw the bearing with the outside screw onto severe crushing injuries etc.! the shaft (tightening torque 370 ±...
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Page 60: Steering Drawbar
Steering drawbar The Focus 7 MT is optionally available with a hydraulic steering drawbar. This allows using GPS steering system when using the appropri- ate equipment. 5. Loosen the outside screw (f) and remove the bearing. Steering drawbar In the field the machine is steered using both hydraulic cylinders (A). -
Page 61: Pneumatics - Hose Arrangement
Pneumatics - hose arrangement The outflows on the distributors are allocated to the individual outlets on the seed bar through numbering. NOTE Uniform placement can only be ensured when the seed and fertiliser transport to the coulters is working. Observe correct hose installation. ¾... - Page 62 Coulter - wheat Close distributor outlet 20 11 12 Distributor outlet 12 14 21 20 Coulter...
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Page 63: Row Spacing
Row spacing The row spacing of the machine can be changed. There are two possibilities: Additional coulter bar • The machine is equipped with two coulter bars, one with a tight and one with a wide row spacing. Coulter extension •... -
Page 64: Conversion Of The Number Of Rows
Conversion of the number of Move the packer frames using suitable lifting ¾ equipment. Turn the rods for this purpose until rows the desired position of the packer frames has been reached. The hose installation is in any case prepared for Refer to the respective drawings for the setting the full coulter equipment. -
Page 65: Version With Loose Coulters
Version with loose coulters Fasten the extension of the coulter rail. ¾ Extension of the coulter rail Mount the coulter according to the following ¾ illustration: 7350 2300 1900 1600 85,5 40,5 Seed bar (wheat) - row spacing 175 mm A - setting dimension of the rods... -
Page 66: Version With Second Seed Bar
Version with second seed bar Loosen the mounting clamps, remove the ¾ seed bar for rape and mount the seed bar with lesser row spacing. Note the dimensions in the following figures. Positions of the mounting clamps Mounting clamp 7350 2300 1900 1600... -
Page 67: Maintenance Overview
Maintenance overview Focus 7 MT 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. - Page 68 Maintenance location Work instructions Interval Ball-and-socket coupling 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.
- Page 69 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 40 h has been exceeded or fallen short of (workshop work): Nominal Wear dimension...
- Page 70 Maintenance location Work instructions Interval Wheels / brakes Undercarriage / wheels Check for damage (cracks, etc.). daily Check fastening / retighten wheel nuts - see above. see above Check air pressure daily • Undercarriage: 445/65-22.5: 8.0 bar • Support wheels: 400/60-15.5: 4.9 bar Bearings of carrying axle journals Check clearance and adjust if necessary (must only be...
- Page 71 Lubrication points (Lubrication grease: DIN 51825 KP/2K-40) - Number of lubrication points in brackets Lubricate bolt wing mounting Bolt for packer bearings Bolt for steering axle 40 h Lubricate boom/support wheel joint (10) Lubricate support wheels bearing journal Lubrication points with the addition “2x” are located on both sides of the machine in each case.
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Page 72: Waste Disposal
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. -
Page 73: Appendix
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. •... - Page 74 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...
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Page 75: Index
Index Length 19 Accessories 6 Adjustable drawbar 21 Liability 4 Lighting 30 Aluminium clips 29 Lubrication points 67 Ball 64 Maintenance 12,63 Ball-and-socket coupling 64 Ball head 21 Brake system 10 Packer 11 Parking 36 Plug 30 Cable 30 Care 12 Pneumatic system 44,65 Press rollers 48 Clips 29... - Page 76 Unfolding 37 Uniformer 48 Use in the field 11,43 Warranty 4 Waste disposal 68 Weight 19 Wheel nuts 63 Wheels / brakes 66 Width 19 Working speed 43 Working width 19...
- Page 78 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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