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- Page 1 OPERATORS MANUAL TERRA STAR REVISION: 03 UPDATED: 23/11/18 CLAYDON YIELD-O-METER LTD GAINES HALL, WICKHAMBROOK, NEWMARKET, SUFFOLK, CB8 8XY TEL: +44 (0)1440 820 327 | FAX: +44 (0)1440 820 642 EMAIL: info@cladondrill.com www.claydondrill.com...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
TERRASTAR INDEX TERRASTAR - OPERATORS MAUNUAL WARRANTY REGISTRATION ...................2 SAFETY .........................4 SAFETY STICKER LOCATION ......................4 SAFETY STICKER MEANING ......................5 INTRODUCTION ......................7 IDENTIFICATION OF MACHINE ......................7 DIRECTIVE PROVISION ........................8 AIRBORNE NOISE EMISSIONS ......................8 WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS ......................8 EQUIPTMENT OVERVIEW ........................8 PREPARATION ............................8 CONNECTING THE TERRASTAR TO THE TRACTOR ...........9 TOP-LINK CONVERGENCE POSITION ..................10 TRANSPORT ............................10... -
Page 3: Warranty Registration
TERRASTAR WARRANTY REGISTRATION TERRA STAR In order to activate your Claydon Warranty this page must be completed and returned to: Claydon Yield-O-Meter Ltd, Gaines Hall, Wickhambrook, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 8YA Tel: +44 (0) 1440 820 327 Fax: +44 (0) 1440 820 642... - Page 4 WARRANTY REGISTRATION COMMISSIONING CHECK SHEET AND CONFORMATION FORM All points in this form must be completed on the commissioning of a new Claydon machine with the end user. This form along with a filled in Warranty Card (located in the instruction manual) must be fully completed, signed by the customer and returned to: The Service Department, Claydon Yield-O-Meter Ltd, Gaines Hall, Wickhambrook, Newmarket, Suffolk, CB8 8YA within 7 days of the commissioning of the machine for Warranty to be valid.
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Page 5: Safety
TERRASTAR SAFETY Safety stickers can be found located on your Claydon Hybrid drill at numerous locations, these stickers must be observed to ensure your safety and that the machine is operated in a safe manner. Replacing Stickers If any of the stickers become illegible or peel off, new stickers can be ordered and attached in the appropriate position. -
Page 6: Safety Sticker Meaning
TERRASTAR SAFETY STICKER MEANINGS STICKER MEANING READ THE OPERATOR’S MANUAL CAREFULLY Prior to operating the machine the manual must be read fully and understood. REMOVE THE KEY BEFORE SERVICING Before any repairs or servicing, turn off the engine and take out the key. RISK OF CRUSHING Gaps between components may become smaller, or disappear completely. - Page 7 TERRASTAR STICKER MEANING PROCEED WITH CARE IN THE EVENT OF LEAKING HYDRAULIC FLUID Defective hydraulic hoses or incorrectly seated hydraulic couplings can trigger unpredictable machine movements and cause injury. OVERHEAD CABLES When folding the wings and when in transport watch out for overhead electricity cables. KEEP CLEAR OF SLEWING RANGE There is an extreme risk of injury from slewing or folding machine parts.
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Page 8: Introduction
The serial number stamped on the machine will also need to be quoted. The Claydon TerraStar will give many years of excellent service with little maintenance due to its robust construction and its small number of moving parts. However, for optimum machine life some maintenance will be necessary. -
Page 9: Directive Provision
TERRASTAR DIRECTIVE PROVISIONS The Claydon TerraStar conforms to Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC (see - Declaration of Conformity). AIRBORNE NOISE EMISSIONS WARNINGS AND CAUTIONS • Ensure total weight of tractor/TerraStar combination does not exceed permitted limits and weight of tractor is sufficient for safe field and road use. • Do not allow anyone to stand between tractor and TerraStar during coupling/uncoupling procedures. -
Page 10: Connecting The Terrastar To The Tractor
TERRASTAR CONNECTING THE TERRASTAR TO THE TRACTOR The Claydon TerraStar. can be mounted onto any CATIIIN or CATIVN compatible three point linkage with the linkage pins supplied and CATIII balls (not supplied). FIGURE 1 The Following Connectors are as follows: 1. -
Page 11: Top-Link Convergence Position
TERRASTAR TOP LINK CONVERGENCE POSITION 1. Upper link point FIGURE 3 2. Upper hitch point 3. Lower link point 4. Lower hitch point 5. Vertical virtual hitch point TRANSPORT Raise the machine off the ground and fold the wings fully upright before transport. CU-B-0033 REAR LIGHT ASSEMBLY IN TANSPORT... -
Page 12: Terrastar Set -Up
TERRASTAR TERRASTAR SET -UP SET MACHINE LEVEL For optimal working, ensure the TerraStar is set level from front to rear on the top-link of the tractor. To confirm the machine has been set level, it is advised that whilst one person is operating the machine, another person should ensure the harrow is set parallel to the ground. WORKING DEPTH The TerraStar’s depth wheels allow precise blade depth control in all conditions. -
Page 13: Field Use
The unmoved soil will also retain its capillary action, bringing moisture to the germination zone. The shallow tilth can then be moved by the Claydon Straw Harrow, breaking off germinating plants at the one-leaf stage, eliminating the need to spray while ground conditions allow harrowing. -
Page 14: Care And Maintenance
TERRASTAR CARE AND MAINTENANCE Prior to using the machine, the TerraStar should be checked for any broken star points or hydraulic fluid leaks. Ensure all bolts are re-tightened after the first eight hours of use and that the Belleville washers at the ends of the rotors remain compressed. LUBRICATION POINTS Lubrication should be performed using multi-purpose grease on a daily basis. An overview of the TerraStar can be seen in Figure 7, with the identification numbers corresponding to the details of the lubrication points in Figure 8. FIGURE 7: Lubrication points OPERATORS MANUAL - TERRASTAR... - Page 15 TERRASTAR LUBRICATION POINTS TO BE GREASED DAILY 1. FOLDING CYLINDERS - ROD END 2. FOLDING CYLINDERS - BASE END 3. REAR WING PIVOT 4. FRONT WING PIVOT 5. CULTIVATOR TOOL FIGURE 8: Details of lubrication points...
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Page 16: Declaration Of Conformity
TERRASTAR DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY EC Declaration of Conformity In accordance with EN ISO 17050‐1:2004 Claydon Yieldometer Ltd Gaines Hall in accordance with the following Directive(s): 2006/42/EC The Machinery Directive hereby declare that: Equipment Claydon Drills Model number TERRASTAR Serial Number is in conformity with the applicable requirements of the following documents Ref. - Page 18 CLAYDON YIELD-O-METER LTD BUNTERS ROAD, WICKHAMBROOK, NEWMARKET, SUFFOLK, CB8 8XY TEL: +44 (0)1440 820 327 | FAX: +44 (0)1440 820 642 EMAIL: info@claydondrill.com www.claydondrill.com...
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