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Amazone CATROS 7501-2T Operator's Manual

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CATROS 7501-2T
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CATROS
7501-2T
Compact Disk Harrow
Please read, understand and
follow this operator's manual
MG4863
before operation.
BAG0046.7 03.14
Keep it in a safe place for
Printed in Germany
future use.
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  • Page 1 Operator’s Manual CATROS 7501-2T CATROS 7501-2T Compact Disk Harrow Please read, understand and follow this operator’s manual MG4863 before operation. BAG0046.7 03.14 Keep it in a safe place for Printed in Germany future use. en-US...
  • Page 2 IT SHALL NOT seem to be inconvenient or repetitious to read the operating manual as it is not enough to hear from others and to believe an implement is good and to buy it and believe that it will function on its own.
  • Page 3 Fax: +49 5405 501-234 E-mail: amazone@amazone.de Spare part orders Spare part lists are accessible in the spare parts portal at www.amazone.de. Please send spare parts orders to your AMAZONE dealer. Operator’s manual information Document number: MG4863 Compilation date: 03.14 ...
  • Page 4 Should you have problems or questions, please consult this opera- tor’s manual or give your Amazone dealer a call. Regular maintenance and timely replacement of worn or damaged parts increases the lifespan of your implement.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents User information ..................8 Purpose of the document......................8 Directions in the operator’s manual ..................8 Diagrams..........................8 General Safety Instructions ................9 Obligations and liability ......................9 Description of safety symbols ....................11 Personal safety ........................12 Safety and protective equipment ...................12 Additional safety measures....................12 User training...........................13 Safety measures in operation ....................14 Dangers through residual energy ..................14...
  • Page 6 Table of Contents 5.4.2 Disconnecting the hydraulic service brake system ............... 46 5.4.3 Emergency brake ........................47 Parking brake ........................48 Two-row disk harrow ......................49 Running gear wheels / Roller wheels..................50 Connecting the towing eye/ ball bracket ................51 Connecting the two-point hitch....................
  • Page 7 Table of Contents 12.6 Tires / wheels ........................101 12.6.1 Tire air pressure........................101 12.6.2 Fitting tires (workshop work) ....................102 12.7 Electrical lighting system......................102 12.8 Scraper..........................102 12.9 Hydraulic cylinder for foldable implement wings..............102 12.10 Replacing disks (workshop work) ..................103 12.11 Replacing slide bearings of offset slide (workshop work)............103 12.12 Replacing torque supports of offset slide (workshop work) ..........103 12.13...

  • Page 8: User Information

    User information User information The "User information" section explains how to use the operator’s manual. Purpose of the document This operator’s manual:  describes the operation and maintenance of the implement.  provides important information on safe and efficient handling of the implement.

  • Page 9: General Safety Instructions

     replace damaged warning labels. If you still have questions, please contact your Amazone dealer. Obligations of the operator Before starting work, all persons working with/on the implement are obligated to: ...
  • Page 10 General Safety Instructions Risks in handling the implement The implement is state-of-the art equipped and recognized for its safety. However, there may be risks or restrictions which occur while operating the implement. These risks include:  health and safety of the operator and/or third persons ...

  • Page 11: Description Of Safety Symbols

    General Safety Instructions Description of safety symbols Safety instructions are indicated by the triangular safety symbol and the capitalized signal word. The signal word (DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION) describes the hazard level and has the following signifi- cance: 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.

  • Page 12: Personal Safety

    General Safety Instructions Personal safety The owner or field operations manager must provide the necessary personal protective equipment, such as:  protective eyewear  safety shoes  protective clothing  skin protection, etc. The operator’s manual must always be:  stored with the implement ...

  • Page 13: User Training

    General Safety Instructions User training Only those people who have been trained and instructed may work with/on the implement. The owner or field operations manager must clearly specify the responsibilities of the people charged with opera- tion, maintenance and repair work. People being trained may only work with/on the implement under the supervision of an experienced person.

  • Page 14: Safety Measures In Operation

    General Safety Instructions Safety measures in operation Only operate the implement if all the safety and protective equipment is fully functional. Check the implement at least once a day for visible damage and check the functionality of the safety and protective equipment. Dangers through residual energy Note that there may be residual mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and/or electrical/electronic energy in the implement.

  • Page 15: Spare And Wear Parts

    Immediately replace any implement parts which are not in a perfect state. Use only original 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...

  • Page 16: Warning Labels And Other Safety Markings On The Implement

    General Safety Instructions 2.13 Warning labels and other safety markings on the implement 2.13.1 Positioning of warning labels and other labels The following diagrams show the arrangement of the warning labels on the implement. Fig. 1 Catros BAG0046.7 03.14...
  • Page 17 General Safety Instructions Fig. 1 Fig. 2 Always keep all the warning labels on the implement clean and in a legible state. Replace illegible warning labels. You can obtain the warning labels from your dealer using the order number (e.g. MO007). Catros BAG0046.7 03.14...
  • Page 18 General Safety Instructions Warning labels - structure Warning labels indicate dangers on and around the implement and warn for hazards. At these points, there are permanent and/or unex- pected dangers. A warning pictorial consists of four fields: Field 1 a pictorial depicting the danger. Field 2 shows the safety alert symbol along with a signal word which indi- cates the level of danger.
  • Page 19 General Safety Instructions Order number and explanation Warning label MO001 Read and understand the operator’s manual before operating this implement. Failure to follow operating instructions may result in injury or death. MO002 Crushing Hazard To prevent serious injury or death: ...
  • Page 20 General Safety Instructions MO007 High-Pressurized Fluid Hazard To prevent serious injury or death:  Do not use hands to locate leaks in hydrau- lic hose lines.  If fluid penetrates skin seek immediate medical attention. MO008 Falling Hazard To prevent serious injury or death: ...
  • Page 21 General Safety Instructions MO016 To prevent serious injury or death:  Be sure to secure the tractor and implement before working on the implement.  Read and follow the relevant instructions in the appropriate manual. MO017 This symbol indicates jacking points for lifting gear (jack).
  • Page 22 General Safety Instructions MO022 Transport Safety To prevent death, serious injury and/or machin- ery damage:  Install proper transport safety equipment before transporting. MO023 Transport Safety To prevent death, serious injury or machine damage move the lever to:  Position 0 – transport safety ...

  • Page 23: Danger Through Non-Compliance Of The Safety Information

    General Safety Instructions 2.14 Danger through non-compliance of the safety information Failure to follow the safety instructions can:  pose both a danger to people and also to the environment and the implement  lead to the loss of all warranty claims Specifically, non-compliance with the safety information could pose the following risks: ...

  • Page 24: Safety Information For Users

    General Safety Instructions 2.16 Safety information for users WARNING Risk of being crushed, cut, caught and drawn in or struck due to insufficient traffic and operational safety! Always check the traffic and operational safety before starting up the implement and the tractor. 2.16.1 General safety and accident prevention ...
  • Page 25 General Safety Instructions from the tractor's three-point hydraulic system.  When connecting or disconnecting implements, move the support equipment (if available) to the appropriate position (stability).  When activating the support equipment, there is a danger of injury from crushing and/or cutting points! ...
  • Page 26 General Safety Instructions Implement transportation  When using public highways, national road traffic regulations must be observed.  Before transporting the implement, check for:  correct connection of the supply lines  lighting system damage, function and cleanliness  brake and hydraulic system visible damage ...

  • Page 27: Hydraulic System

     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...

  • Page 28: Electrical System

    General Safety Instructions 2.16.3 Electrical system  When working on the electrical system, always disconnect the battery (negative terminal).  Only use the specified fuses. If fuses are used with too high a voltage, the electrical system will be destroyed – fire hazard. ...

  • Page 29: Brake System

    General Safety Instructions 2.16.5 Brake system  Only specialist workshops or recognized brake service shops may carry out adjustment and repair work on the brake system.  Check the brake system regularly.  If there are any faults in the brake system, stop the tractor im- mediately.

  • Page 30: Tires

    Disconnect the cable to the tractor generator and battery, before carrying out electrical welding work on the tractor and on attached implements.  Spare parts must meet at least the specified technical requirements of AMAZONEN-WERKE! This is ensured through the use of AMAZONE original spare parts. Catros BAG0046.7 03.14...

  • Page 31: Loading And Unloading

    Loading and Unloading Loading and Unloading Loading and unloading using a tractor WARNING There is a risk of an accident when the tractor is unsuitable and the implement brake system is not connected to the tractor.  Correctly connect the implement to the tractor, before loading the implement onto a transport vehicle or unloading it from a transport vehicle.

  • Page 32: Product Description

    Product Description Product Description This section provides:  a comprehensive overview of the implement structure  the names of the individual modules and controls Read this section while standing next to the implement. This helps you to better understand the implement. The implement is composed of the following main components: ...

  • Page 33: Safety And Protection Equipment

    Product Description Safety and protection equipment  Retaining latch to secure the folded imple- ment against unintentional unfolding. Fig. 4  Stop tap to secure the transport width when raising the implement (secures against swinging out of the finishing roller). ...

  • Page 34: Power Supply Cables Between The Tractor And The Implement

    Product Description Power supply cables between the tractor and the implement  Hydraulic hose lines  Electric cable for lighting  Connection to hydraulic brakes or  dual-circuit air brake system:  Brake line with connector (yellow)  Supply line with connector head (red) Fig.

  • Page 35: Intended Use

     execution of inspection and maintenance work  exclusive use of AMAZONE original spare parts Other uses to those specified above are prohibited and shall be con- sidered as improper. For any damage resulting from improper use: ...

  • Page 36: Danger Area And Danger Points

    Product Description Danger area and danger points The danger area is the area around the implement in which people can be caught by:  work movements made by the implement and its tools  materials or foreign objects ejected by the implement ...

  • Page 37: Identification Plate And Ce Marking

    Product Description Identification plate and CE marking The following diagrams show the location of the identification plate and CE marking. The identification plate shows:  Serial No.:  Model  Approved Drawbar Load (lb)  Approved Axle Load (lb)  Maximum System Pressure (psi) ...

  • Page 38: Necessary Tractor Requirements

    Necessary tractor requirements For the implement to be operated as intended, the tractor must fulfill the following requirements: Tractor engine power Catros 7501-2T from 240 hp [160 kW] upwards Catros 7501-2T from 280 hp [205 kW] upwards Electrical system ...

  • Page 39: Structure And Function

    Structure and Function Structure and Function The following section provides information on the implement structure and the functions of the individual components. Function Fig. 12 The Catros compact disk harrow is suitable for:  shallow stubble cultivation directly after harvesting ...

  • Page 40: Hydraulic System Connections

    Structure and Function Hydraulic system connections All hydraulic hose lines are equipped with gripping sections. Coloured markings with a code number or code letter have been ap- plied to the gripping sections in order to assign the respective hydrau- lic function to the pressure line of a tractor controller! Films are stuck on the implement for the markings that illustrate the respective hydraulic function.

  • Page 41: Connecting The Hydraulic Hose Lines

    Structure and Function 5.2.1 Connecting the hydraulic hose lines WARNING Risk of being crushed, cut, caught, drawn in or struck due to faulty hydraulic functions when the hydraulic hose lines are in- correctly connected! When connecting the hydraulic hose lines, observe the colored mark- ings on the hydraulic plugs.

  • Page 42: Dual-Circuit Service Brake System

    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. This implement has no parking brake! Always secure the implement with the wheel chocks before you dis- connect the implement from the tractor! Dual-circuit air/hydraulic brake system This implement is equipped with a dual-circuit air/hydraulic brake...
  • Page 43 Structure and Function Fig. 13/... (1) Line filter (2) Release valve with activating button:  If the control switch:  is activated / pressed in postition, the service brake system is released, e.g. for moving the disconnected imple- ment.  is not activated / is unpressed in posi- tion, the implement is braked by the supply pressure coming from the air...

  • Page 44: Connecting Brakes And Supply Lines

    Structure and Function 5.3.1 Connecting brakes and supply lines WARNING Risk of contusions, cuts, dragging, catching or being knocked down through a malfunctioning brake system.  When connecting brake and supply lines, ensure that:  connecting head seals are clean ...

  • Page 45: Disconnecting Brakes And Supply Lines

    Structure and Function 5.3.2 Disconnecting brakes and supply lines WARNING Risk of contusions, cuts, dragging, catching or being knocked down from rolling implement with released operating brake! Always disconnect the hose connectors of the supply line (red) first followed by the hose connector of the brake line (yellow). The operating brake of the implement only moves into the brake posi- tion when the red hose connector has been disconnected.

  • Page 46: Hydraulic Service Brake System

    Structure and Function Hydraulic service brake system This implement has no parking brake! Always secure the implement with the wheel chocks before you dis- connect the implement from the tractor! To control the hydraulic service brake system, the tractor requires hydraulic braking equipment.

  • Page 47: Emergency Brake

    Structure and Function 5.4.3 Emergency brake In the event that the implement disconnects from the tractor during travel, the emergency brake will stop the implement. Fig. 17/… (1) Pull / release cord (2) Brake valve with pressure accumulator (3) Hand pump to relieve the brake (A) Brake released (B) Brake applied Fig.

  • Page 48: Parking Brake

    Structure and Function Parking brake Depending on the regulations in the country where it is used, the implement is equipped with a 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.

  • Page 49: Two-Row Disk Harrow

    The offsetting of the two disk rows can be coordinated via the offset slide with regard to working depth and speed. Adjustment is made with the AMAZONE eccentric pin.  The working intensity of the disks via the working depth.

  • Page 50: Running Gear Wheels / Roller Wheels

    Structure and Function Running gear wheels / Roller wheels Fig. 22 The wedge ring tire roller (Fig. 22) with a diame- ter of 39.5 in [800 mm]  consists of individual, adjacently arranged wedge ring tires  compacts the cultivated soil in strips ...

  • Page 51: Connecting The Towing Eye/ Ball Bracket

    Structure and Function Connecting the towing eye/ ball bracket For hitching using the towing eye / ball bracket to the tractor, see page 61. Fig. 25 Connecting 1. Direct people out of the danger area between the tractor and implement before you approach the implement with the tractor. 2.

  • Page 52: Connecting The Two-Point Hitch

    Structure and Function Connecting the two-point hitch The two-point hitch Category III, IV or V provides an alternative hitching option through:  not having a drawbar, nor pin hitch, nor ball hitch  having a blockable three-point lifting device CAUTION Through the danger of negative drawbar loads, under extremely hard soil conditions the drawbar...

  • Page 53: Parking Jack

    Structure and Function Disconnecting 1. Park the implement on a horizontal space with a hard surface. 2. Disconnect the implement from the tractor. 2.1 Secure the implement against unintentional rolling. See page 63. 2.2 Lower the parking jack to the parked position. 2.3 Relieve the load from the lower link.

  • Page 54: Support Wheels (Optional)

    Structure and Function 5.11 Support wheels (optional) The support wheels (Fig. 28/1) stabilize the im- plement on uneven soil conditions and prevent increased shaking and wave formation. The support wheels must be adjusted to the working depth. CAUTION The roller feelers can touch the ground, but must not support the weight of the implement.

  • Page 55: Rear Harrow (Optional)

    Structure and Function 5.13 Rear harrow (optional) The rear harrow (Fig. 30/1) creates a fine soil structure as seeding preparation. For the pur- pose of mechanical weed control, it places cut plants on the soil surface, so that they dry out and die faster.

  • Page 56: Commissioning

    Commissioning Commissioning This section contains information about:  operating your implement for the first time and  how to connect the implement to the tractor.  Before operating the implement for the first time the operator must have read and understood the operator’s manual. ...

  • Page 57: Checking The Suitability Of The Tractor

    Commissioning Checking the suitability of the tractor WARNING Danger of machinery breaking during operation; insufficient stability and insufficient tractor steering and braking power is possible when tractor is improperly used!  Check the suitability of your tractor before you attach or connect the implement.
  • Page 58 Commissioning 6.1.1.1 Data required for calculation Fig. 32 lb [kg] Base (empty) tractor weight See tractor operator’s manual or vehicle lb [kg] Front axle load of the base tractor documentation lb [kg] Rear axle load of the base tractor lb [kg] Front weight (if available) See front weight in technical data, or weigh lb [kg] Maximum drawbar load See technical data of implement...
  • Page 59 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).
  • Page 60 Commissioning 6.1.1.7 Table Actual value according to Approved value ac- Double approved calculation cording to tractor load capacity (two operator’s manual tires) Minimum ballast front / rear [kg]  Total weight [kg] [kg]   Front axle load [kg] [kg] [kg] ...

  • Page 61: Requirements For Tractor Operation With Attached Implements

    Commissioning 6.1.2 Requirements for tractor operation with attached implements WARNING Risk of damage during operation of components through unapproved combinations of equipment! Ensure that the:  connection fittings on the tractor possess sufficient support capability for the actual drawbar load present. ...

  • Page 62: Implements Without Their Own Brake System

    Commissioning The actual D value of a connecting combination is calculated as follows: T x C = g x T + C Fig. 34 Permissible total weight of your tractor in [T] (see tractor opera- tor’s manual or vehicle documents) Axle load of the implement loaded with the permissible (payload) in [T] without drawbar load Earth acceleration (9.81 m/s²)

  • Page 63: Securing The Tractor / Implement Against Unintentional Start-Up And Rolling

    Commissioning Securing the tractor / implement against unintentional start-up and roll- WARNING Risk of crushing, cutting, catching, being drawn in and/or knocked down when intervening in the implement through unin- tentional:  lowering of the implement when it is lifted with the tractor's three-point hydraulic system and unsecured, ...

  • Page 64: Connecting And Disconnecting The Implement

    Connecting and disconnecting the implement Connecting and disconnecting the implement When connecting or disconnecting implements, follow the instructions given in the section "Safety instructions for the operator" page 24. WARNING Risk of crushing through unintentional starting and rolling of the tractor and implement when connecting or disconnecting the implement! Secure the tractor and implement against unintentional start-up and...

  • Page 65: Disconnecting The Implement

    Connecting and disconnecting the implement WARNING Risk of crushing, cutting, catching, being drawn in and/or being knocked down when the implement unexpectedly disconnects from the tractor!  Use the intended equipment to connect the tractor and the im- plement properly. ...

  • Page 66: Adjustments

    Adjustments Adjustments WARNING Risk of crushing, cutting, catching, being drawn in and/or being knocked down through unintentional:  falling of the lifted implement using the tractor's three-point hydraulic system.  falling of lifted, unsecured implement parts.  starting-up and rolling of the tractor-implement combina- tion.
  • Page 67 Adjustments Hydraulic working depth adjustment Hydraulic adjustment of working depth using the scale (Fig. 35/1). (Optional) Activate tractor control unit  Set indicator (Fig. 35/2) toward 0.  Smaller working depth.  Set indicator (Fig. 35/2) toward 12.  Greater working depth. Fig.

  • Page 68: Adjusting Support Wheels To The Working Depth

    Adjustments Adjusting support wheels to the working depth The height of the support wheels (Fig. 37/1) can be adjusted manually by means of a spindle (Fig. 37/2). The height of the support wheels must be ad- justed each time the working depth of the imple- ment is reset.

  • Page 69: Offset Disk Rows

    The offset of the disk rows is adjusted as re- quired by means of an AMAZONE eccentric pin. For this purpose, 6 insertion holes are available on both sides of the implement.
  • Page 70 Adjustments The work pattern must be checked by viewing the cultivated horizon behind the implement: (1) Cutting edge 1st disk row (2) Cutting edge 2nd disk row  Fig. 42 Fig. 42 Correct setting of disk rows.  Fig. 43 Adjust 1 disk row to right and check again.

  • Page 71: Working Depth Of Outside Disks

    Adjustments Working depth of outside disks The outside disks at the front right and rear left may be adjusted. 1. Activate the tractor control unit  Fully raise both disk rows of the un- folded implement! 2. Loosen tension bolts (Fig. 45/1). 3.

  • Page 72: Height Of Towing Eye

    Adjustments Height of towing eye With the implement removed, the height of the towing eye (Fig. 47/1) can be adjusted to the tractor.  Release the bolts (Fig. 47/2) and at- tach the towing eye at the required height. Required screw tightening torque: ...

  • Page 73: Transportation

    Transportation Transportation WARNING Observe the maximum permissible speed. The permissible speed depends on the actual axle load of the implement - see Technical Data, page 37.  While transporting, follow the instructions given in the section "Safety instructions for the owner or field operations manager", page 26.
  • Page 74 Transportation WARNING Risk of damage during operation, insufficient stability and insuf- ficient tractor steering and braking power when tractor is im- properly used! These risks may pose serious injuries or death. Observe the permissible axle and drawbar loads of the tractor. WARNING Risk of falling from the implement if riding against regulations! It is prohibited to ride on the implement and/or climb on the imple-...

  • Page 75: Conversion From Operational To Transport Position

    Transportation Conversion from operational to transport position WARNING Instruct people to leave the danger area of implement's wings before you fold or unfold the implement's wing! Observe maximum transport height of 13 ft [4 m]! This is obtained with a ground clearance of 9.84 in [25 cm]! The execution of some hydraulic functions may take a little longer.
  • Page 76 Transportation 3. Open the stop tap in order to lock the center roller wheels, Position I. Fig. 50 4. Swivel all distance elements away from the piston rod. Fig. 51 5. Move the rear harrow to transport position, see page 55. 6.
  • Page 77 Transportation 8. Close the stop tap to secure the transport width, Position 0. Fig. 54 9. Close the stop valve to lock the center roller wheels, Position 0. Fig. 55  Set the height of the tractor lower link so that the wing is vertical. ...

  • Page 78: Implements With Hydraulic Working Depth Adjustment

    Transportation 9.1.2 Implements with hydraulic working depth adjustment 1. Activate tractor control unit  Completely raise the implement. Fig. 56 2. Move side disks into transport position. 2.1 Release the linchpin (Fig. 57/1). 2.2 Pull out the locating pin (Fig. 57/2). 2.3 Swing in the side disks (Fig.
  • Page 79 Transportation 6. Activate tractor control unit tractor control unit  Swing in side rollers completely.  Lower implement completely (retract all rollers). Fig. 60  The safety latch secures the folded imple- ment against unintentional unfolding. 7. Close the stop valve to secure the transport width, Position 0.

  • Page 80: Fitting Protective Tarpaulins

    Transportation 9.1.3 Fitting protective tarpaulins 1. Remove the protective tarpaulins from the drawbar. 2. Fit the protective tarpaulins around the disk rows and secure with belts. (3 belts in front (Fig. 63) / 2 belts in back (Fig. 64). Fig. 63 Fig.

  • Page 81: Use Of The Implement

    Use of the Implement Use of the Implement When using the implement, observe the information in the sections  "Warning labels and other labels on the implement", page 18  "Safety instructions for operators", page 24 Observing this information is important for your safety. WARNING Risk of damage during operation, insufficient stability and insuf- ficient tractor steering and braking power when tractor is im-...

  • Page 82: Conversion From Transport To Operational Position

    Use of the Implement 10.1 Conversion from transport to operational position WARNING Instruct people to leave the danger area of implement's wings before you fold or unfold the implement wings. Align the tractor and implement straight on a flat surface before folding or unfolding the implement's wings! Always raise the implement fully before folding or unfolding the implement's wings.
  • Page 83 Use of the Implement 4. Activate tractor control unit Completely raise the implement. Raising the implement may take a little longer due to the weight of the implement.  Swing out side rollers completely.  Safety latch unlocked (Fig. 69 Fig.

  • Page 84: Implements With Hydraulic Working Depth Adjustment

    Use of the Implement 10.1.2 Implements with hydraulic working depth adjustment 1. Remove protective tarpaulins. 1.1 Roll up all tarpaulins. 1.2 Fasten the protective tarpaulins onto the draw bar using the attached belts. 2. Open the stop valve to secure the transport width, Position I.

  • Page 85: During The Work

    Use of the Implement 5. Activate tractor control unit  Completely unfold the side frames.  Completely lower the center roller. 6. Close the stop valve to lock the center roller wheels, Position A. 7. Put the tractor control unit into the float position.

  • Page 86: Headland Turning

    Use of the Implement 10.3 Headland turning Fig. 77 When turning at headland, the disk rows must be raised to prevent transverse stresses.  Activate the tractor control unit (approx. 5 sec- onds):  Raise both disk rows completely (Fig. 77). ...

  • Page 87: Faults

    Faults Faults WARNING Risk of contusions, cutting, catching, drawing in and knocks through  unintentional falling of the implement raised using the tractor's three-point hydraulic system.  unintentional falling of raised, unsecured implement parts.  unintentional start-up and rolling of the tractor- implement combination.

  • Page 88: Cleaning, Maintenance And Repairs

    Cleaning, maintenance and repairs Cleaning, maintenance and repairs WARNING Risk of crushing, cutting, catching, being drawn in and/or knocked down through unintentional:  falling of the lifted implement using the tractor's three-point hydraulic system  falling of lifted, unsecured implement parts ...

  • Page 89: Lubrication Specifications

    Cleaning, maintenance and repairs Cleaning with a high pressure cleaner / steam jet  Always observe the following points when using a high pressure cleaner / steam jet for cleaning:  Do not clean any electrical components.  Do not clean any chromed components. ...
  • Page 90 Cleaning, maintenance and repairs Lubrication points – overview Lubrication point Interval [h] Quantity Fig. 79 Pivot points of the implement wing Pivot points of roller frame Hydraulic cylinders of outer rollers Fold hydraulic cylinder of implement wing Hydraulic cylinder of center roller Hydraulic cylinder of center roller wheels in transport position ...

  • Page 91: Service Plan - Overview

    Cleaning, maintenance and repairs Fig. 80 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 first operation Component Servicing work Workshop work...
  • Page 92 Cleaning, maintenance and repairs Every three months / 200 operating hours Component Servicing work Workshop work page  Dual-circuit service brake Inspection according to check system instructions  Clean line filter  Brake system Brake pad check  Parking brake Check the braking effect with the brake on....

  • Page 93: Axle And Brake

    Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.4 Axle and brake For optimum brake performance with a minimum of wear, we recom- mend that the brakes on the tractor are balanced with those on the implement. After the service braking system has been run in for a suitable period, arrange for the brakes to be balanced by a specialist workshop.

  • Page 94: Draining The Air Reservoir

    Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.4.1 Draining the air reservoir 1. Run the tractor engine (approx. 3 mins.) until the compressed air tank has filled. 2. Switch off the tractor engine, apply the handbrake and remove the key from the ig- nition.

  • Page 95: Cleaning The Brake Drums (Workshop Work)

    Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.4.3 Cleaning the brake drums (workshop work) Clean the brake drums once a year to ensure the reliable function of the brake system. DANGER Use the marked attachment points for lifting equipment! Procedure for all braked chassis wheels (Fig. 83): 1.

  • Page 96: Inspection Instructions For The Dual-Circuit Service Brake System

    Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.4.4 Inspection instructions for the dual-circuit service brake system Leak tightness check 1. Check all connections, pipe lines, hose lines and bolts for tight- ness. 2. Repair any leaks. 3. Repair all areas where rubbing on pipes and/or hoses occurs. 4.

  • Page 97: Hydraulic Braking System

    Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.4.5 Hydraulic braking system 12.4.5.1 Checking the brake fluid level Check brake fluid level: The equalizing tank (Fig. 84) is filled in accor- dance with DOT 4 up to the "max." marking with brake fluid. The brake fluid must be between the marks "max."...
  • Page 98 Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.4.5.2 Brake check on the hydraulic part of the brake system (workshop work) Brake check on the hydraulic part of the braking system:  check all flexible brake hoses for wear  check all brake lines for damage ...
  • Page 99 Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.4.5.4 Ventilating the brake system (workshop work) After each brake repair, for which the system has been opened, vent the brake system, because air may have entered the pressure hoses. At specialist workshops the brake is vented with a brake filling and venting device: To do so: 1.

  • Page 100: Parking Brake

    Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.5 Parking brake On new machines, the brake cables of the parking brake may stretch. Readjust the parking brake,  if three quarters of the spindle tensioning distance is required to firmly apply the parking brake. ...

  • Page 101: Tires / Wheels

    Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.6 Tires / wheels  Check the running gear tires regularly for damage and firm fitting on the wheel rim.  Ensure a minimum distance of 1 inch [25 mm] from the scraper to the running gear tires! ...

  • Page 102: Fitting Tires (Workshop Work)

    Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.6.2 Fitting tires (workshop work)  Remove any outbreaks of corrosion from the wheel rim seating surfaces before fitting the new tire. Corrosion can cause damage to the wheel rims when the vehicle is in operation. ...

  • Page 103: Replacing Disks (Workshop Work)

    Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.10 Replacing disks (workshop work) Minimum disk diameter: 1.2 ft [360 mm] To replace disks:  unfold the implement  elevate disks  secure implement against unintentional lowering 1. Release the four bolts securing the disk 2.

  • Page 104: Hydraulic System (Workshop Work)

     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...

  • Page 105: 12.13.1 Hydraulic Hose Lines Labeling

    Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.13.1 Hydraulic hose lines labeling The valve chest identification provides the following information: Fig. 89/... (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).

  • Page 106: 12.13.4 Installation And Removal Of Hydraulic Hose Lines

    12.13.4 Installation and removal of hydraulic hose lines When installing and removing hydraulic hose lines, always observe the following information:  Only use AMAZONE original hydraulic hose lines.  Ensure cleanliness.  You must always install the hydraulic lines so that, in all states of operation: ...

  • Page 107: Hydraulics Diagram

    Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.14 Hydraulics diagram Hydraulics diagram with mechanical depth adjustment Fig. 90 Catros BAG0046.7 03.14...
  • Page 108 Cleaning, maintenance and repairs Hydraulics diagram with hydraulic depth adjustment Fig. 91 Catros BAG0046.7 03.14...

  • Page 109: Lower Link Pins

    Cleaning, maintenance and repairs (1) Connection of double-acting control unit (4) Control block (5) Hydraulic cylinder for implement wing, left  Hose marking 1 - blue (6) Hydraulic cylinder for implement wing, right  Unfold the implement (7) Central roller hydraulic cylinder ...

  • Page 110: Bolt Tightening Torques

    Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.16 Bolt tightening torques ft lb [Nm] 10.9 12.9 18.5 [25] 25.8 [35] 30.2 [41] M 8x1 19.9 [27] 28 [38] 30.2 [41] M 10 36 [49] 51 [69] 61 [83] 16 (17) M 10x1 38 [52] 54 [73] 65 [88] M 12...
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