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- Page 1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Avatar 12.20 SW TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY PRIOR TO STARTING UP! KEEP OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE! 60019062 ART.: ISSUE: 05/2020...
- 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 EC Declaration of Conformity Exchangeable equipment (Directive 2006/42/EC) The manufacturer HORSCH Maschinen GmbH Sitzenhof 1 D- 92421 Schwandorf hereby declares, that the product, Designation of machine: Drill unit Machine type: from serial number: Avatar 12 SW 21281250 this declaration refers to, conforms with all relevant fundamental health and safety requirements of the EC directive 2006/42/EC.
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Operation .............30 Introduction ...........4 Connecting/Parking ........30 Foreword ............4 Connecting ...........30 Notes on representation .........4 Transport position .........30 Service............5 Parking ............32 Warranty claim processing ......5 Wings............32 Consequential damage........5 Unfolding ............33 Safety and responsibility ......6 Folding ............33 Intended use ...........6 Adjusting the drill unit ........34 Qualification of personnel .......7 Depth setting ..........37... -
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
Please read and comply with the following safety HORSCH does not assume any liability for notes, before you start to use the machine! damages resulting from the unintended use of the machine. -
Page 11: Qualification Of Personnel
The person is acquainted with the function of ¾ service personnel from HORSCH. This refers to the machine within the scope of its work and the following activities: is able to assess and avoid any work related dangers. -
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 driving off and before trig- ¾... -
Page 13: Safety In Operation
Faulty coupling of the machine to the pulling tool after receiving instructions by employees of of the tractor causes dangers, which could result the authorized dealer or a HORSCH em- in severe accidents. ployee. The machine registration form must be com- ¾... - Page 14 Hydraulics Pressure accumulator The hydraulic system is equipped with pressure The hydraulic system is under high pressure. accumulators. The machine's hydraulics has several functions, Observe the regulations applying at the location which can cause injury to persons or damage to of use during operation.
- Page 15 Technical limiting values Wait for professional rescuers. The overhead ¾ power line needs to be switched off. If the technical limiting values of the machine If persons need to leave the cabin despite the are not complied with, the machine may sustain voltage flashover, e.g.
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Page 16: Fertiliser And Dressed Seed
(e.g. coulters)! claim. Assume ergonomic working postures with any ¾ HORSCH is not liable for damages to life and assembly work. limb as well as property damages resulting from unapproved retrofitting and conversions. Do not use packer tyres or other rotating parts to climb on the machine. -
Page 17: Care And Maintenance
Conform to prescribed schedules for repetitive an authorized professional workshop or ¾ by an operator who has been trained by tests or inspections. HORSCH for this purpose. Service the machine according to the ¾ maintenance plan, see chapter Care and maintenance. -
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 Remaining in the danger zone is only permitted when the lifting cylinder pin is inserted. 00380896 Remaining in the danger zone is only permitted if the safety support is in place. 00380953 Keep sufficient distance to elec- tric high voltage power lines. 00385791...
- 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
Technical data Avatar 12.20 SW Working width (m) 12.00 Transport width (m) 4.36 Transport height (m) 5.28 Length (m) 11.65 Weight from (kg) 19 160 Drawbar load empty (kg) Axle load seed wagon empty (kg) 10400 Axle load rear support wheels (kg) 8060 Seed hopper capacity twin hopper (l) 12,000 (each 6,000 l) - Page 24 Avatar 12.20 SW 5 860 4 360 11 650...
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Page 25: Type Plate
The type plate with the CE marking is located on the frame of the machine. Data on the type plate: Sitzenhof 1 Made in Germany D-92421 Schwandorf Maschinen GmbH www.horsch.com A-0: A-1: A-2: A-3: 1 Model designation 2 Serial number... -
Page 26: Requirements For The Tractor
Requirements for the NOTE tractor At maximum load, the drawbar load is up to ¾ 3,200 kg. WARNING Verify the suitability of the tractor before ¾ Risk of accident! commissioning. Observe the permissible values of the tractor ¾ for axle loads, total weight, tyre load bearing The tractor must meet the following require- capacity and air pressure. -
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: Construction
Construction Overview Avatar 12.20 SW 1 Seed wagon (see operating instructions SW 12000 SD) 2 Hydraulic cylinders for wings 3 Seed distributor towers 4 Undercarriage wheels, rear 5 Support wheels, rear 6 Bout marker 7 SingleDisc coulter 8 Lateral additional weights... -
Page 30: Hydraulics
Hydraulics Identification of hydraulic hoses The symbol is always located above the hose that requires pressure to bring the machine in WARNING transport position (lift out, folding, etc.). Unintentional hydraulic movements may lead to severe accidents and injuries! Hydraulic valve block Secure or lock the control units on the tractor. -
Page 31: Aluminium Clips
Aluminium clips CAUTION The aluminium clips are placed on the piston Danger of damage to the packer frame. rods of hydraulic cylinders, depending on the Depending on the design, do not remove any operating states, see chapter Operation. ¾ fixed clips or depth limitations! NOTE Pay attention to the ratio on the machine, see ¾... -
Page 32: 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, blinker Lamp, taillight Lamp, brake light... -
Page 33: 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 Tyre pressure 3.6 bar Retighten the wheel nuts / wheel bolts after Check the tyre pressure at regular inter- 50 km or 10 hours. -
Page 34: Operation
Operation NOTE Route cables, lines and hoses so that they Whenever working on the machine ¾ will not be damaged during operation (when pay attention to the associated safety cornering). notes in the chapter “Safety and prevention of accidents” as well as Check all plug-and-socket connections (hy- ¾... - Page 35 Make the following additional adjustments after connecting: 1. Fold the machine, see Folding. 2. Check the bolts of the safety catch on both sides of the machine: Safety catch Position of control units during road travel Position Floating position Locked position Supply Control unit Hydraulic valve block...
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Page 36: Parking
Wings Parking WARNING DANGER Dropping or lowering machine parts can cause Serious accidents from loss of stability! severe crushing injuries etc.! Park the machine only on a flat, paved sur- ¾ No persons may stay under raised machine ¾ face. parts! Secure the machine with wheel chocks ¾... -
Page 37: Unfolding
Unfolding Folding 1. Set the valve on the connection to the seed 1. Lifting out the coulter. wagon to the Road/Wings position: 2. Set the valve on the connection to the seed wagon to the Road/Wings position: 2. Lift the coulter. 3. -
Page 38: Adjusting The Drill Unit
Adjusting the drill unit Drill shoes The drill shoes open the seed furrows and keep DANGER them clear for the placement of the seed. Lowering machine parts can cause severe crush- The drill shoes also keep the coulter discs and trap rollers free of dirt. - Page 39 Uniformer Closing rollers The uniformers hold the seed in the seedbed Depending on the field conditions, the required and press it gently down. pressure may adjusted in different steps: Trap rollers (option) Trap rollers may be installed as an option instead of the uniformers.
- Page 40 Angle of attack In the basic setting (minimum angle of attack) the marks on the side plate and bearing journal contact each others as shown: (a) Shims Rubber mounting Keep the rubber mounting free of oil. Oils ¾ and grease can harm the rubber and thus adversely affect the function.
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Page 41: Depth Setting
Unscrew the coulter disc. ¾ Screw down the new coulter disc. ¾ Attach the swivel arm (2) and secure it with ¾ the screws on the adjustment lever (1). Screw down the depth guide wheel. Keep the ¾ same arrangement of the shims. Depth setting The drilling depth, in addition to the basic set- ting of approx. -
Page 42: Use In The Field
Use in the field Preload pressure The lateral wings are exposed to the set pre- loading pressure during sowing to relieve the frame centre section and to better distribute NOTE the weight of the machine. The pressure for the Please note: preload of the wings builds up when lowering the coulter and may not be greater than 70 bar. - Page 43 Position of control units during use in the field Position Floating position Locked position Supply Control unit Hydraulic valve block...
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Page 44: Checks
Checks Pneumatic system Do the seed hoses not sag and are they free ¾ NOTE of water and deposits? Are all air lines between fan and coulters leak ¾ Check the placing quality when beginning to ¾ tight and firmly connected? work (after a few metres of drilling) and with Does air flow uniformly out of all coulters? larger fields also in between on all coulters:... -
Page 45: Pneumatic System
Pneumatic system Fan speed The fan speed required depends on several factors: The pneumatic system consists of Configuration of the pneumatic system • Fan (seed wagon) • Design of the hopper • Hopper (seed wagon) • Travel speed • Metering units (seed wagon) •... - Page 46 Machine Small seed Small seeds Grain Grain + + fertiliser fertiliser Avatar 12.20 SW 3 000 4 000 - 4 500 4 100 - 4 600 4 500 - 4 800 Fan speeds in rpm at 12 km/h working speed; direct drive...
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Page 47: Calibration
Distributor Two distributor towers are installed for seed or fertiliser distribution. NOTE All distributor components must be leak tight. Even slightest leaks and air losses will cause uneven distribution. Marking of tram line valve (position open) If the tram line distribution box is equipped with a track width change-over, the track width must only be changed when the valves are open. - Page 48 NOTE Calibrate the machine only when lowered and ¾ parked securely. Do not use sticky dressings with seed. They ¾ influence metering accuracy. Check seed and hopper for foreign objects! ¾ Regarding the calibration process, refer to the ¾ operating instructions for the drill controls and the seed wagon.
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Page 49: Optional Equipment
Optional equipment Adjusting the aggressiveness Bout marker WARNING Risk of injury from the bout marker. Order persons to leave the slewing range of the ¾ bout markers. When installing for the first time, the bout mark- Bout marker disc adjustment ers must be set to working width. -
Page 50: Care And Maintenance
Care and Cleaning Maintenance Clean the machine thoroughly at regular inter- vals and after the end of the season. WARNING NOTE Risk of injuries during maintenance work Do not clean electrical components and fan or Please observe the safety notes on care and ¾... -
Page 51: Maintenance Intervals
Maintenance intervals Storage If the machine is to be shut down for a longer The maintenance intervals are determined by period of time: many different factors. For example, the different operating conditions, If possible, park the machine under a roof. ¾... -
Page 52: Maintenance Overview
Maintenance overview Avatar 12.20 SW 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 53 Maintenance location Work instructions Interval Electrics Electrical lines Check for damage 40 h Drill unit Rubber mounting Check condition and replace if aged or showing reduced 40 h tensioning force. Coulter discs Check state, wear, bearing play and light movement. 40 h The discs must be rotatable by hand.
- Page 54 Lubrication points (Lubrication grease: DIN 51825 KP/2K-40) - Lubricate the following, number of lubrication points in brackets Lubricate wing mounting bolt lubricate (8) Push rod pipe lubricate (6) Front support wheels lubricate (4) Support wheels rear lubricate (4) Undercarriage wheels, rear lubricate (6) Bout marker lubricate (6)
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Page 55: 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 56: 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 57 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 58: 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 seed placement can only be ensured when the seed transport to the coulters is working. Observe correct hose installation. ¾... - Page 59 Distributor Verteilerausgang: Direction of travel Distributor outlet no. Verteilerausgang: Verteilerausgang: Schar: Verteilerausgang: Coulter No. Schar: Verteilerausgang: Schar: Distributor outlet no. Verteilerausgang: Schar: Schar: Coulter No. Schar: Tram line valves Track width Tram line valves (Coulter No.) 1.50 m 27, 28, 33, 36 1.80 m 25, 28, 35, 36 2.00 m...
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Page 60: Index
Index Accessories 6 Headland 38 Adjustable drawbar 22 Height 19 Aluminium clips 27 Hydraulic hoses 26 Angle of attack 36 Hydraulics 10,26,48,49 Axle load 19 Installation 18 Ball head 22 Brake system 10 Length 19 Liability 4 Cable 28 Lighting 28 Care 13,46 Lubrication 46 Checks 40... - Page 61 Technical data 19 Traffic 8 Tram line control 43 Tram line valves 43 Transport 8 Transport height 19 Transport position 30 Transport width 8,19 Trap rollers 35,49 Type approval 9 Type plate 21 Unfolding 33 Uniformer 35 Use in the field 11,38 Warranty 4 Waste disposal 51 Weight 19...
- Page 63 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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