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Offset Cultivator Instructions for use and maintenance The following instructions must be read carefully prior to using the machine. In accordance with article 2006/42/CE 33395 SERIAL and subsequent modifications...
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In regards to safety and reliability this machine was designed in accordance with the provisions and subsequent revisions set out in the EEC “machines article”. The manufacturer therefore cannot be held responsible for machine use where modifications have been made without prior manufacturer’s consent, replacement parts used are not those stated by the manufacturer and use by untrained persons.
As stated by the EC directive 2006/42/CE and subsequent modifications The undersigned RINIERI S.r.l. - Forlì – Italia - Viale dell’Appennino 606 B Declares under its responsability that the machine: Hydraulic offset cultivator with vertical axles system, working size with 4 rotary tine sets, supporting wheels,...
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ATTENTION THE PURPOSE OF THIS TEXT IS TO INTRODUCE YOU TO THE BASIC STANDARDS AND CRITERIA YOU HAVE TO FOLLOW IN ORDER TO USE AND MAINTAIN THIS MACHINE AND THUS IT HAS TO BE READ BEFORE USING THE MACHINE. This manual has to be considered as an integral part of the machine and must be passed on with the machine if resold. If you loose it or if it is not readable, it is important that you ask for a new copy to the producer, to the dealer or to the importer.
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INDEX DESCRIPTION Page DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY INDEX INTRODUCTION GENERAL INFORMATION RECOMMENDATIONS DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE PRE-OPERATION IDENTIFICATION DATA ADHESIVES SAFETY REGULATIONS IMPROPER USE INCORRECT USE METHOD OF USE REGISTRATION MAINTENANCE TRANSPORT HOISTING MOVEMENT SPARE PARTS CONDITIONS OF GUARANTEE...
INTRODUCTION Dear Customer, the purpose of this text is to introduce you to the basic standards and criteria you have to follow in order to use and maintain this machine and thus it must be read before using the machine. If any part of this publication is not understandable please consult your retailer as this is a necessary precondition to using this machine safely.
We remind you that some machines mechanical parts have linear or rotatory movement and can cause serious damage or injury to people, animals and things. It is forbidden to remove or tamper with the safeguards of the machine. It is obligatory to wear the correct protective clothing and safety equipment. It is necessary to keep the machine clean and in working order especially the nameplates, couplings and controls.
USING The ELX is used for light tillage and weeding around vineyard and orchard rows and between plant stocks, even when plants are grown as close as 40 cm from each other. It is suitable for vineyards and orchards situated on slopes with loose, fine and medium soil, and on rocky terrain, but the rocks must not exceed 12 cm.
Secure the shaft’s safety casing to the tractor and cultivator using the appropriate anti-rotational chains. Never use the shaft without its safety casing and without having secured it with its respective chains. Find the position in which it is retracted the most in the various shifting movements, making sure it can still be shortened an extra 5 cm.
CAUTION Danger: machinery may suddenly shift laterally. Keep safety distance. Hook for hoisting and handling the machinery. Indicates the areas that require grease injections. Indicates the different types of lubricant that must be used on the various machinery components. Indicates the ideal oil level in the hydraulic system’s oil reservoir.
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SYMBOLS TO REMEMBER Danger for people Danger of serious damage to the machine General danger Protect the environment The operator must always stay in the drivers seat and never abandon it when the equipment is on and the engine is on. The operator must never leave the drivers seat with the aim of making adjustments or other reasons as it could create a dangerous situation.
IMPROPER USE By improper use we mean: using the machines for operations they were not designed for or for usages that do not appear in the chapter “Machine’s Description and End Use” of this manual; use of the machine by people under the age of 18, and/or people not trained to use this kind of equipment. INCORRECT USE By incorrect use we mean using the machines without respecting the instructions of the manual.
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The hydraulic system was designed to operate for prolonged periods of time, and it is normal for the oil temperature to rise to 60°C when the outside temperature is 30°C. If the oil overheats excessively, check the telescopic cardan shafts and make sure they function properly and are adequately greased.
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- in order to register the cams of maximum opening/closing of the hydraulic cylinder (Fig.8) of the plant avoiding arms (Fig.9), proceed as follows: With the machine connected or disconnected to the spent tractor, unscrew the tubes (Fig.10) of the hydraulic cylinder on the side of the commando block and let the oil flow out into a collection tank.
The flow divider (Fig.5) can modify the speed of the tool’s motors. PATENTED DEVICE “RSA” FOR AUTOMATIC SHIFTING MECHANICAL CONTROL The patent device “RSA” controls the side shifting of the machine when it goes near the line of the trees. The side shift is counted every time the sensor leave the trees.
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limit the pressure. Keep the machine clean and in order. Replace immediately any warning or instruction adhesives, which are no longer visible or missing. Do not solder near the hydraulic tubes in order to prevent fires. Pay close attention to losses from the hydraulic system; leakages from small holes can be almost invisible but are able to penetrate beneath the skin: in these cases use face and hand protection.
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Daily, carry out a general visual check, functional checks (lever, movements, etc.), and a check of the overall condition of the rubber and metal tubing. Check all the connections before applying pressure to any of the hydraulic circuits. After the first two hours of work, tighten the tools and the tube connections of the hydraulic oil system and inject thick grease semi fluid semi fluid at lithium for transmission gears, like Mobilux EP 004 with grade industrial NLGI 00, through the greasers.
Deliver the parts, packaging and replacement parts to the collection center. It’s absolutely forbidden to leave any materials to litter the environment. SPARE PARTS When ordering spare parts, you only need to mention the code number of the part and, if desired, give a further description.
CONDITIONS OF GUARANTEE This machine is guaranteed for 12 months from the date of purchase. The guarantee covers the replacement of parts agreed as initially defective and for errant assembly operations. The guarantee doesn’t cover: breakage caused by negligence or non observance of the standards outlined in this manual. Use or maintenance carried out by untrained or unskilled persons.
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