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Operating Manual AMAZONE Catros 12003-2TS Disc Cultivator Please read and follow this operating manual before putting MG5316 the machine into operation. BAG0110.9 10.17 Keep it in a safe place for Printed in Germany future use.
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Reading the instruction Manual and following it should seem to be in- convenient and superfluous as it is not enough to hear from others and to realize that a machine is good, to buy it and to believe that now everything should work by itself.
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+49 5405 501-0 E-mail: amazone@amazone.de Spare part orders Spare parts lists are freely accessible in the spare parts portal at www.amazone.de. Please send orders to your AMAZONE dealer. Formalities of the operating manual Document number: MG5316 Compilation date: 06.16 ...
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We update our operating manuals regularly. Your suggestions for improvement help us to create ever more user-friendly manuals. Send us your suggestions by fax. AMAZONEN-WERKE H. DREYER GmbH & Co. KG Postfach 51 D-49202 Hasbergen Phone: +49 5405 501-0 E-mail: amazone@amazone.de Catros BAG0110.9 10.17...
Table of Contents User information ..................8 Purpose of the document ......................8 Locations in the operating manual ................... 8 Diagrams used ......................... 8 General safety instructions ................. 9 Obligations and liability ......................9 Representation of safety symbols ..................11 Organisational measures .......................
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Table of Contents Hydraulic service brake system .................... 45 5.4.1 Coupling the hydraulic service brake system ................ 45 5.4.2 Uncoupling the hydraulic service brake system ..............45 5.4.3 Emergency brake ........................46 Parking brake ........................47 Foldable wheel chocks ......................47 Two-row disc cultivator ......................
User information User information The "User information" section supplies information on using the op- erating manual. Purpose of the document This operating manual • Describes the operation and maintenance of the machine. • Provides important information on safe and efficient handling of the machine.
General safety instructions General safety instructions This section contains important information on safe operation of the machine. Obligations and liability Comply with the instructions in the operating manual Knowledge of the basic safety information and safety regulations is a basic requirement for safe handling and fault-free machine operation. Obligations of the operator The operator is obliged only to let those people work with/on the ma- chine who...
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General safety instructions Risks in handling the machine The machine has been constructed to the state-of-the art and the recognised rules of safety. However, there may be risks and re- strictions which occur when operating the machine • For the health and safety of the user or third persons, •...
General safety instructions Representation of safety symbols Safety instructions are indicated by the triangular safety symbol and the highlighted signal word. The signal word (DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION) describes the gravity of the risk and has the following sig- nificance: DANGER Indicates an immediate high risk, which will result in death or serious physical injury (loss of body parts or long term damage) if not avoided.
General safety instructions Organisational measures The operator must provide the necessary personal protective equip- ment, such as: • Protective glasses • Protective shoes • Protective suit • Skin protection, etc. The operation manual • Must always be kept at the place at which the machine is oper- ated.
General safety instructions User training Only those people who have been trained and instructed may work with/on the machine. The operator must clearly specify the responsi- bilities of the people charged with operation, maintenance and repair work. People being trained may only work with/on the machine under the supervision of an experienced person.
General safety instructions Safety measures in normal operation Only operate the machine if all the safety and protection equipment is fully functional. Check the machine at least once a day for visible damage and check the function of the safety and protection equipment. Dangers from residual energy Note that there may be residual mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and electrical/electronic energy at the machine.
Immediately replace any machine parts which are not in a perfect state. Use only genuine AMAZONE spare and wear parts or the parts cleared by AMAZONEN-WERKE so that the operating permit retains its validity in accordance with national and international regulations. If...
General safety instructions 2.13 Warning pictograms and other signs on the machine 2.13.1 Positioning of warning pictograms and other labels The following diagrams show the arrangement of the warning picto- grams on the machine. Always keep all the warning pictograms of the machine clean and in a legible state.
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General safety instructions Warning pictograms - structure Warning pictograms indicate dangers on the machine and warn against residual dangers. At these points, there are permanent or unexpected dangers. A warning pictogram consists of two fields: Field 1 is a pictogram describing the danger, surrounded by triangular safety symbol.
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General safety instructions Order number and explanation Warning pictograms MD078 Risk of contusions for fingers or hands through accessible moving machine parts! This danger causes extremely serious injuries with the loss of body parts such as fingers or hands. Never reach into the danger area when the trac- tor engine is running with PTO shaft / hydraulic system connected.
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General safety instructions MD094 Danger from electric shock or burns due to unintentional contact with electric transmis- sion lines or from approaching high-voltage transmission lines without authorisation. The danger will cause severe injuries anywhere on the body or death. Keep a safe distance to the electric overhead power lines when swinging machine parts in and out.
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General safety instructions MD102 Danger from unintentional machine starting and rolling during intervention in the ma- chine, e.g. installation, adjusting, trouble- shooting, cleaning, maintaining and repair- ing. This danger will cause serious injuries anywhere on the body or death. • Secure the tractor and the machine against unintentional start-up and rolling before any intervention in the machine.
General safety instructions 2.14 Dangers if the safety information is not observed Nonobservance of the safety information • Can pose both a danger to people and also to the environment and machine. • Can lead to the loss of all warranty claims. Seen individually, non-compliance with the safety information could pose the following risks: •...
General safety instructions 2.16 Safety information for users WARNING Risk of being crushed, cut, caught, drawn in or struck due to insufficient traffic and operational safety! Before starting up the machine and the tractor, always check their traffic and operational safety. 2.16.1 General safety and accident prevention information •...
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General safety instructions • When coupling and uncoupling machines, move the support equipment (if available) to the appropriate position (stability). • When actuating the support equipment, there is a danger of inju- ry from contusion and cutting points! • Be particularly careful when coupling the machine to the tractor or uncoupling it from the tractor! There are contusion and cutting points in the area of the coupling point between the tractor and the machine.
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General safety instructions Machine transportation • When using public highways, national road traffic regulations must be observed. • Before moving off, check: ο the correct connection of the supply lines ο the lighting system for damage, function and cleanliness ο the brake and hydraulic system for visible damage ο...
• Replace the hydraulic hose line if it is damaged or worn. Only use AMAZONE original hydraulic hose lines. • The hydraulic hose lines should not be used for longer than six years, including any storage time of maximum two years. Even...
General safety instructions 2.16.3 Electrical system • When working on the electrical system, always disconnect the battery (negative terminal). • Only use the prescribed fuses. If fuses are used with too high a rating, the electrical system will be destroyed – danger of fire. •...
General safety instructions 2.16.5 Brake system • Only specialist workshops or recognised brake services can carry out adjustment and repair work on the brake system. • Have the brake system thoroughly checked regularly. • If there are any malfunctions, stop the tractor immediately using the brake system.
• Spare parts must meet at least the specified technical require- ments of AMAZONEN-WERKE! This is ensured through the use of AMAZONE original spare parts. Catros BAG0110.9 10.17...
Loading and unloading Loading and unloading Loading and unloading with a tractor WARNING There is a risk of accident if the tractor is unsuitable and the machine brake system is not connected to the tractor or filled. • Couple the machine to the tractor correctly before loading the machine onto a transport vehicle or unloading it from a transport vehicle.
Product description Product description Overview of subassemblies (1) Draw rail (4) Swivelling running gear (2) Wedge ring tyre roller (5) 4 foldable implement booms (3) Scraper bar for wedge ring tyre roller (1) Hydraulic drawbar (4) Wheel chocks (2) Support wheel (5) Hydraulic depth adjustment of the discs with mechanical stop (3) 2 disc gangs...
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Product description Implement in transport position: (1) Front lighting (2) Rear lighting (3) Protective tarpaulins for the discs during road transport Catros BAG0110.9 10.17...
Product description Safety and protection equipment • Stop valve to prevent activating an uninten- tional unfolding action from the tractor via the cable winch. • Stop tap on the drawbar cylinder for locking the transport height during transport. Position (0) Close the stop tap Position (1) Open the stop tap...
Compliance with all the instructions in this operating manual. • Execution of inspection and maintenance work. • Exclusive use of AMAZONE original spare parts. Other uses to those specified above are forbidden and shall be con- sidered as improper. For any damage resulting from improper use: •...
Product description No-one may stand in the machine danger area: • as long as the tractor engine is running with a connected PTO shaft / hydraulic system. • as long as the tractor and machine are not protected against unintentional start-up and running. The operating person may only move the machine or switch or drive the tools from the transport position to the operational position or vice- versa when there is no-one in the machine danger area.
Product description Technical data Working width [mm] 12000 Transport width [mm] 3000 Transport height [mm] < 4000 Total length [mm] 6900 Total width [mm] 12600 Max. permitted speed [km/h] Max. working speed [km/h] 10-18 Basic weight [kg] approx. 11600 Approved total weight With narrow support wheel [kg] 13000...
Product description Necessary tractor equipment For the machine to be operated as intended, the tractor must fulfil the following requirements: Tractor engine power 260 kW (360 PS) from Electrical system • Battery voltage: 12 V (volts) • Lighting socket: 7-pin Hydraulic system Maximum operating pressure: •...
Structure and function Structure and function The following section provides information on the machine structure and the functions of the individual components. Function The disc cultivator is suitable for • shallow stubble cultivation directly after threshing • seed bed preparation in spring for maize or sugar beet •...
Structure and function Hydraulic system connections • All hydraulic hose lines are equipped with grips. Coloured markings with a code number or code letter have been applied to the gripping sections in order to assign the respective hydraulic function to the pressure line of a tractor control unit! Films are stuck on the implement for the markings that illustrate the respective hydraulic function.
Structure and function WARNING Danger of infection from escaping hydraulic fluid at high pres- sure! When coupling and uncoupling the hydraulic hose lines, ensure that the hydraulic system is depressurised on both the machine and trac- tor sides. If you are injured by hydraulic fluid, contact a doctor immediately. 5.2.1 Coupling the hydraulic hose lines WARNING...
Structure and function Dual-circuit service brake system Compliance with the maintenance intervals is essential for the correct function of the dual-circuit service brake system. WARNING If the machine is parked uncoupled from the tractor with a full compressed air tank, the compressed air of the compressed air tank acts on the brakes and the wheels are then blocked.
Structure and function 5.3.1 Control elements of the dual-circuit pneumatic braking system DANGER Never release the parking brake of the uncoupled machine on sloping ground. After the supply line (red) is detached, the implement is braked auto- matically. If it is necessary to manoeuvre the implement while it is uncoupled from the tractor (on a level surface only), e.g.
Structure and function 5.3.2 Coupling the brake and supply lines WARNING Risk of contusions, cuts, dragging, catching or knocks from incorrectly functioning brake system. • When coupling the brake and supply line, ensure that: ο the coupling head seals are clean. ο...
Structure and function 5.3.3 Uncoupling the brake and supply lines WARNING Risk of contusions, cuts, dragging, catching or knocks from unintentionally rolling machine with the operating brake re- leased! Always uncouple the hose coupling of the supply line (red) first fol- lowed by the hose coupling of the brake line (yellow).
Structure and function Hydraulic service brake system The machine has no parking brake! Always secure the machine with the wheel chocks before you uncou- ple the machine from the tractor! To control the hydraulic service brake system, the tractor requires hydraulic braking equipment.
Structure and function 5.4.3 Emergency brake In event of the machine being released from the tractor during travel, the emergency brake will brake the machine. (1) Pulling cable (2) Brake valve with pressure accumulator (3) Hand pump to relieve the brake (A) Brake released (B) Brake applied DANGER...
Structure and function Parking brake When the parking brake is on, it secures the uncoupled machine against unintentional rolling. The parking brake is operated by turning the crank, which in turn operates the spindle and bowden cable. Apply the tractor parking brake. Release parking brake.
Structure and function Two-row disc cultivator Disc cultivator with serrated or smooth discs and 510 mm diameter. The concave discs are arranged offset to the direction of travel by an angle of 17° at the front and 14° at the rear. The mounting of the concave discs consists of a two-row angular-contact ball bearing with slide seal and oil filling and is maintenance-free.
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Structure and function • U-profile roller UW580 → Very well suited for light soils. → Resistant to clogging and good load- bearing capacity. • Disc roller DW600 → Very well suited for light, medium and heavy soils. • Provides very good crumbling. →...
Structure and function Running gear The running gear is hydraulically swivelled into transport and working position using a shuttle switch. The position of the implement is important for proper swivelling: • The implement must be standing sloped towards the rear for the folding procedure to be completed to the end position.
Structure and function 5.10 Drawbar The drawbar must be lifted and lowered hydraulically using the green tractor control unit. The following functions are implemented by this measure: • Lower the implement at the front into working position/lift imple- ment into headlands position •...
Structure and function 5.10.1 Stop taps on the drawbar 2 stop taps for drawbar cylinder Stop tap for disc array Position 0 Position 0 → Road transport → Fixing the drawbar after uncoupling Position 1 Position 1 →Working position ( in float position) →...
Structure and function 5.11 Folding boom with compressive loading The folding booms are hydraulically loaded dur- ing operation via the hydropneumatic pressure reservoir. Before operation, the pressure reservoir must be pressurized using the blue tractor control unit. After unfolding, actuate the tractor control unit until the pressure gauge displays a com- pressive loading of 100 bar.
Structure and function 5.13 Stands • With machine uncoupled: Both stands are mounted on the boom of the folded implement. • During operation or transport: Both stands are mounted in parking position left and right on the frame. When removing the stands, pull out the locking pin from each mount.
Structure and function 5.15 Protective tarpaulins The implement has two protective tarpaulins, which cover the discs up to a height of 2 m dur- ing transport. • For road transport, fasten the protective tarpaulins on the discs with the tensioning belts.
Structure and function 5.17 Central lubrication (optional) The implement is lubricated electrically with a central pump. (1) Tank (2) Connection for filling with cartridge/return line (3) Rotary knob for time interval with sealing (4) Grease nipple for filling the tank (1) Rotary knob, blue (pause time: standard 1 hours) (2) Rotary knob, red...
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Structure and function Lubrication recommendation • When applying slurry: Initial use: Pause time 2 hours Later: Pause time 2-4 hours • No slurry: Lubricate once a day Connection (1) black (+) (2) brown (-) The direction of rotation of the pump must match with the arrow on the hopper.
Commissioning Commissioning This section contains information • on operating your machine for the first time. • on checking how you may connect the machine to your tractor. • Before operating the machine for the first time the operator must have read and understood the operating manual. •...
Commissioning Checking the suitability of the tractor WARNING Danger of breaking during operation, insufficient stability and insufficient tractor steering and braking power on improper use of the tractor! • Check the suitability of your tractor before you attach or hook up the machine.
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Commissioning 6.1.1.1 Data required for the calculation [kg] Empty tractor weight See tractor operating manual or vehicle [kg] Front axle load of the empty tractor documentation [kg] Rear axle load of the empty tractor [kg] Front weight (if available) See front weight in technical data, or weigh [kg] Maximum drawbar load See technical data of machine...
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Commissioning 6.1.1.2 Calculation of the required minimum ballasting at the front G of the tractor for V min assurance of the steering capability • − • • • Enter the numeric value for the calculated minimum ballast G V min required on the front side of the tractor, in the table (Section 6.1.1.7).
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Commissioning 6.1.1.7 Table Actual value according to Approved value ac- Double approved calculation cording to tractor load capacity (two operating manual tyres) Minimum ballast front / rear ≤ Total weight ≤ ≤ Front axle load ≤ ≤ Rear axle load •...
Commissioning 6.1.2 Requirements for tractor operation with attached machines WARNING Risk of breakage during operation of components through unap- proved combinations of connecting equipment! • Ensure: ο that the connection fittings on the tractor possess sufficient permissible support capability for the drawbar load actually present.
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6.1.2.1 Combination options of coupling devices The table shows the permitted combination options of coupling devic- es for the tractor and implement. Coupling device Tractor AMAZONE implement Upper hitch Pin coupling, form A, B, C Drawbar eye Socket 40 mm (ISO 5692-2) Ø...
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Commissioning 6.1.2.2 Compare the permissible D value with actual D value WARNING Danger from breaking the coupling devices between the tractor and the implement when the tractor is not used for its intended purpose! 1. Calculate the actual D value of your combination, comprising tractor and implement.
Commissioning Calculate the actual D value for the combination to be coupled The actual D value of a combination to be coupled is calculated as follows: T x C = g x T + C Fig. 1 permissible total weight of your tractor in [t] (See tractor operat- ing manual or vehicle documentation) axle load of the implement [t] loaded with the permissible mass without drawbar load (working load).
Commissioning Securing the tractor / machine against unintentional start-up and roll- WARNING Risk of contusions, cutting, catching, drawing in and knocks when making interventions in the machine through ο unintentional lowering of the machine when it is raised with the tractor's three-point hydraulic system and un- secured.
Coupling and uncoupling the machine Coupling and uncoupling the machine When coupling and uncoupling machines, follow the instructions giv- en in the section "Safety instructions for the operator" page 22. WARNING Risk of contusions from unintentional starting and rolling of the tractor and machine when coupling or uncoupling the machine! Secure the tractor and machine against unintentional start-up and rolling away before entering the danger area between the tractor and...
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Coupling and uncoupling the machine WARNING Risk of contusions, cutting, catching, drawing in and knocks when the machine unexpectedly releases from the tractor! • Use the intended equipment to connect the tractor and the ma- chine in the proper way. •...
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Coupling and uncoupling the machine Stop taps on the drawbar: Position 1 – open, Position 0 – closed Stop tap for disc array Stop tap on the drawbar cylinder Always keep closed when coupling. Only park the implement on the run- ning gear wheels and the jacks.
Coupling and uncoupling the machine Coupling the lower link hitch Coupling on the lower link hitch 1. Attach ball sleeves onto the lower link pins of the implement and secure them with linch pins. 2. Direct people out of the danger area between the tractor and implement before you approach the implement with the tractor.
Coupling and uncoupling the machine Uncoupling the lower link hitch 1. Secure the tractor against unintentional rolling. For this purpose, see page 67. 2. Remove both jacks and mount them on the parking position. 3. Park the implement on the jacks using the tractor lower link. 4.
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Coupling and uncoupling the machine Uncoupling the towing eye/ball bracket 1. Check that the disc array stop tap is closed. 2. Open both stop taps on the drawbar hydraulic cylinder. 3. Activate tractor control unit green. → Lift drawbar. 4. Secure the tractor against unintentional rolling. For this purpose, see page 67.
Adjustments Adjustments WARNING Risk of contusions, cutting, catching, drawing in and knocks through • unintentional falling of raised, unsecured machine parts. • unintentional start-up and rolling of the tractor-machine combina- tion. Secure the tractor and the machine against unintentional start- up and rolling before making adjustments to the machine.
Adjustments 8.1.1 Mechanical working depth adjustment The working depth is adjusted in headlands posi- tion! 1. Move the implement into headlands posi- tion. 2. Secure the implement against unintentional- ly rolling away. 3. Set the same working depth for all of the disc segments 3.1 Remove the locking pin (1) with the linch pin.
Transportation Transportation WARNING Observe the maximum permissible speed. The permissible speed depends on the actual axle load of the machine - see Technical Data, Seite 36. • On transportation journeys, follow the instructions given in the section "Safety instructions for the operator", page 24. •...
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Transportation WARNING Danger of breaking during operation, insufficient stability and insufficient tractor steering and braking power on improper use of the tractor! These risks pose serious injuries or death. Observe the permissible axle and drawbar loads of the tractor. WARNING Risk of falling from the machine if riding against regulations! It is forbidden to ride on the machine and/or climb the running ma- chine.
Transportation Conversion from operational to transport position WARNING Instruct people to leave the swivel area of the machine wing be- fore you fold the machine wing out or in. • Observe maximum transport height of 4 m! • Switch off the vibration compensation before converting to transport position.
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Transportation 6. Actuate tractor control unit yellow and green. → Lower the implement until ο the implement is aligned horizontally. ο the implement height is less than 4 m. ο there is sufficient ground clearance 7. Close stop taps for drawbar cylinder. 8.
Use of the machine Use of the machine When using the machine, observe the information in the sections • "Warning pictograms and other labels on the machine", from page 17 and • "Safety instructions for operators", from page 22 Observing this information is important for your safety. WARNING Danger of breaking during operation, insufficient stability and insufficient tractor steering and braking power on improper use...
Use of the machine 10.1 Conversion from transport to operational position WARNING Instruct people to leave the swivel area of the machine wing be- fore you fold the machine wing out or in. The execution of some hydraulic functions can take a little longer. Make sure that the hydraulic cylinders are able to move in and out to the limit of their stop positions.
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Use of the machine 5. Actuate tractor control unit red. → Release the locking of the sections. and simultaneously Actuate blue tractor control unit. → Unfold the implement. The implement must be aligned horizontally for the folding procedure to be completed to the end position.
Use of the machine 10.2 On the field WARNING Frame damage due to faulty switching of the tractor control units. During work, the following tractor control units must operated in float position: • Green 1 / 2 tractor control unit. •...
Use of the machine 10.3 Working with reduced working width (7 m) When working with reduce working width, the outer booms remain folded. Only the discs of the inner boom are working. When converting from transport to working position, it must be noted that: •...
Faults Faults No proper folding of the implement Automatically switching valves ensure the proper sequence when folding and unfolding. Extreme soil deposits on the implement can interfere with the switch- ing of the valves and can cause damage. Before folding the implement, remove any soil deposits. •...
Cleaning, maintenance and repairs Cleaning, maintenance and repairs WARNING Risk of contusions, cutting, catching, drawing in and knocks through ο unintentional falling of the machine raised using the tractor's three-point hydraulic system. ο unintentional falling of raised, unsecured machine parts. ο...
Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.1 Cleaning • Pay particular attention to the brake, air and hydraulic hose lines. • Never treat brake, air and hydraulic hose lines with petrol, ben- zene, petroleum or mineral oils. • After cleaning, grease the machine, in particular after cleaning with a high pressure cleaner / steam jet or liposoluble agents.
Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.2 Lubrication specifications Lubrication points on the machine are indicated with the foil. Carefully clean the lubrication nipple and grease gun before lubrication so that no dirt is pressed into the bearings. Press the dirty grease out of the bearings completely and replace it with new grease.
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Cleaning, maintenance and repairs Catros BAG0110.9 10.17...
Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.3 Service plan – overview • Carry out maintenance work when the first interval is reached. • The times, continuous services or maintenance intervals of any third party documentation shall have priority. After the first working run Component Servicing work Workshop work...
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Cleaning, maintenance and repairs Every 6 months / 500 operating hours Component Servicing work See page Workshop work • Axle (running gear / support Retighten the bolts on the hub wheel) • Check / adjust the play on the hub bearing Every year / 1000 operating hours Component Servicing work...
Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.4 Axle (running gear / support wheel) and brake system For optimum brake performance with a minimum of wear, we recom- mend that the brakes on the tractor are balanced with those on the machine. After the service braking system has been run in for a suita- ble period, arrange for the brakes to be balanced by a specialist workshop.
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Cleaning, maintenance and repairs Checking the brake drum for dirt 1. Unscrew the two cover plates (1) on the inside of the brake drum. 2. Remove any dirt and plant debris which may have entered the drum. 3. Refit the cover plates. CAUTION Dirt entering the drums may be deposited on the brake pads (2) and...
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Cleaning, maintenance and repairs Brake pad check Open the inspection hole (1) by pulling out the rubber stopper (if present). At a residual thickness for riveted pads 5 mm (N 2504) 3 mm for adhesive pads 2 mm the brake pad must be replaced. Reinsert the rubber tab.
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Cleaning, maintenance and repairs Checking the function of the automatic linkage adjuster 1. Remove the rubber stopper cap. 2. Slacken the adjusting screw (arrow) with a ring spanner approx. ¾ of a turn anti- clockwise. There must be a free travel of at least 50 mm for a lever length of 150 mm.
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Cleaning, maintenance and repairs Cleaning the line filter Perform work in an unpressurized state. Secure the implement against rolling away. 1. Remove the bolt locking compound by hammering and remove the bolts (1). 2. Unscrew the bolts (2) by a few turns. 3.
Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.4.1 Inspection instructions for the dual-circuit service brake system Leak tightness check 1. Check all connections, pipe lines, hose lines and screw connec- tions for leak tightness. 2. Remedy leakages. 3. Repair any areas of chafing on pipes and hoses. 4.
Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.4.2 Hydraulic brakes Check of the hydraulic brake • Check all brake hoses for wear • check all screw unions for seal tightness • renew any worn or damaged parts. Venting the brake system (workshop work) After each brake repair, for which the system has been opened, bleed the brake system, because air may have entered the pressure hoses.
Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.5 Check the coupling device DANGER! • Replace a damaged drawbar with a new one immediately - for road traffic safety reasons. • Repairs may only be carried out by the manufacturer facto- • For safety reasons, it is forbidden to weld on and drill holes in the drawbar.
Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.6.2 Fitting tyres (workshop work) • Remove any outbreaks of corrosion from the wheel rim seating surfaces before fitting a new / another tyre. Corrosion can cause damage to the wheel rims when the vehicle is in operation. •...
• Replace the hydraulic hose lines if it is damaged or worn. Only use original AMAZONE hydraulic hose lines. • The hydraulic hose lines should not be used for longer than six years, including any storage time of maximum two years. Even...
Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.10.1 Labelling hydraulic hose lines The valve chest identification provides the following information: (1) Manufacturer's marking on the hydraulic hose line (A1HF) (2) Date of manufacture of hydraulic hose line (04 / 02 = year / month = February 2004) (3) Maximum approved operating pressure (210 BAR).
12.10.4 Installation and removal of hydraulic hose lines When installing and removing hydraulic hose lines, always observe the following information: • Only use original AMAZONE hydraulic hose lines. • Ensure cleanliness. • You must always install the hydraulic hose lines so that, in all states of operation: ο...
Brief instructions 12.12 Screw tightening torques 10.9 12.9 M 8x1 M 10 16 (17) M 10x1 M 12 18 (19) M 12x1.5 M 14 M 14x1.5 M 16 M 16x1.5 M 18 M 18x1.5 M 20 M 20x1.5 M 22 M 22x1.5 1050 M 24...
Brief instructions Brief instructions Coupling 1. Couple the supply lines with the tractor. 2. Check that the stop tap for the disc array is closed. 3. Open both stop taps on the drawbar hydraulic cylinder. 4. Activate tractor control unit green. 4.1 Lower the drawbar and attach the coupling device with the tractor.
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Brief instructions Changing from working to transport position 1. Switch off the vibration compensation if necessary. 2. Actuate green tractor control unit. → Move the implement into headland setting. 3. Close stop tap for disc array. 4. Actuate yellow tractor control unit. →...
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Brief instructions Driving on the headlands 1. Actuate green tractor control unit. → Lift the tools and the drawbar. After the headlands: 2. Actuate green tractor control unit. → Lower the tools and the drawbar. 3. Move the green tractor control unit to the float position. Catros BAG0110.9 10.17...
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