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Well-proven design with thousands of machines in regular use in many countries and quality materials ensure high durability and reliability of SaMASZ tedders. We congratulate you on the purchase of your new SaMASZ tedder and wish you much pleasure and the very best work results through the years to come.
Rotary tedder P4 – 471 and P4 – 531 Operator’s manual Rotary tedder P6 – 651 and P6 – 771 1. IDENTIFYING THE MACHINE Data plate is mounted to the tedder’s main frame in the place shown below (Fig. 1). Fig.
(5) and fingers (6). Safety guards (7) are mounted on the frame and side drive units. For transport the two side units with rotors are folded by means of hydraulics to vertical position and blocked with a lock (8). Fig. 3. Parts of SaMASZ rotary tedder - 3 -...
– To be mounted on the clutch – To be mounted on tractor’s side tedder’s side Fig .4. PTO shaft lubrication points. Mounting directions PTO shafts of other brands with equivalent parameters could be used after first obtaining SaMASZ permission. - 4 -...
Rotary tedder P4 – 471 and P4 – 531 Operator’s manual Rotary tedder P6 – 651 and P6 – 771 NOTE: Optional extra equipment should be ordered separately. The tedder is equipped with optional equipment such as holders and brackets used to mount warning lights and plates.
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In the event of an accident involving this tedder in a field or on a road, follow all applicable first aid procedures and contact SaMASZ technical service. Tedder should be kept clean, so as to avoid danger of fire.
Rotary tedder P4 – 471 and P4 – 531 Operator’s manual Rotary tedder P6 – 651 and P6 – 771 4.2. Conditions of mounting tedder on tractor Prior to the mounting operation, be sure that the tractor and tedder hitches are compatible and that the tractor's hitch load is adequate for the machine which is to be mounted or attached.
When the tedder is on the vehicle’s trailer, the machine should be secured against moving. Fig. 5. Tedder’s lifting points Fig. 6. Location of centre of gravity Tab. 3. Location of centre of gravity Model Dimension [ft. in] P4-471 P4-531 P6-651 P6-771 3' 4" 3' 5" 4' 7"...
Useful life for hydraulic hoses is 5 years from their production date. 4.7. Residual risk Despite the fact that SaMASZ Białystok, the manufacturer of the tedder, has taken great care in the design and manufacturing of the tedder, certain risks during tedder operation and maintenance are unavoidable.
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Rotary tedder P4 – 471 and P4 – 531 Operator’s manual Rotary tedder P6 – 651 and P6 – 771 4.8.3. Danger of injury from liquid ejection out of hydraulic system During connection of hydraulic hoses to hydraulic connectors, be sure that tractor’s or tedder’s hydraulic system is not under pressure.
Rotary tedder P4 – 471 and P4 – 531 Operator’s manual Rotary tedder P6 – 651 and P6 – 771 4.8. Safety labels and their meaning Safety labels are critical to safe use of this tedder. They must be read, understood and followed. Also, be sure that: All warning decals are clean and legible, All lost or damaged decals are replaced by ordering new decals from your dealer or supplier,...
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Rotary tedder P4 – 471 and P4 – 531 Operator’s manual Rotary tedder P6 – 651 and P6 – 771 N-198 N-202 Admissible transport speed N-62 N-68 N-183 Caution: danger of leg drawing N-67 N-29 N-204 N-205 - Use the required Personal Protective Fig.
Rotary tedder P4 – 471 and P4 – 531 Operator’s manual Rotary tedder P6 – 651 and P6 – 771 5. OPERATION WARNING: Before beginning to use this machine, do the following: - Read manual, especially safety precautions in section 4. - Make sure you are familiar with all controls and functions.
Rotary tedder P4 – 471 and P4 – 531 Operator’s manual Rotary tedder P6 – 651 and P6 – 771 To prepare the machine for operation, do the following: carefully (either manually or by means of a loader) lower vertically positioned extreme most rotors, unlock pawls and eject cylinders, remount previously dismounted pin A (Fig.
Rotary tedder P4 – 471 and P4 – 531 Operator’s manual Rotary tedder P6 – 651 and P6 – 771 Fig. 10. Connecting the tedder to the tractor In order to perform this, the tractor should be weighed and then driven onto the scales with the tractor's front axis only (tedder must be in transport position, so lifted upwards).
Rotary tedder P4 – 471 and P4 – 531 Operator’s manual Rotary tedder P6 – 651 and P6 – 771 lift the tedder with tractor hydraulic lift until the lower lift pins of the tedder 3-point linkage frame raise about 1' 8" above the ground, lift and secure support leg S, if needed adjust the tedder drive wheels so its transport width when driving on public roads is not greater than 9' 10"...
Rotary tedder P4 – 471 and P4 – 531 Operator’s manual Rotary tedder P6 – 651 and P6 – 771 9' 10" Transport width Lt< 9' 10" Transport width of more than 9' 10" Transport width of less than Fig. 13. The tedder transport width change WARNING: Transport width of tedder P6 –...
Rotary tedder P4 – 471 and P4 – 531 Operator’s manual Rotary tedder P6 – 651 and P6 – 771 WARNING: Use the machines with PTO shafts designed to drive them. Before the work begins, check the safety guards (in tractor, tedder and PTO shaft), if they are placed correctly and are not damaged.
Fig. 15.Unlatching the lock by means of a cord SaMASZ tedders are equipped with repellent mechanism for mobile tedder arms. Thanks to it, arms can be folded with no need of leaving the tractor cabin. It may however be limited by the slope, on which the machine is being folded.
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(recommended around 15°) (Fig. 17), Fig. 17. Rotary tedder in working position SaMASZ tedders feature high-range spreading angle adjustment. Fig. 18 provides recommended and not recommended operating position. Setting of drive wheel axis nearer the finger at the ground (Fig. 18a) results in better ground linking and prevents its piercing into the ground.
Rotary tedder P4 – 471 and P4 – 531 Operator’s manual Rotary tedder P6 – 651 and P6 – 771 Fig. 19. Recommended rake setting – a) under normal operating conditions, b) when operating on an even ground slowly engage PTO clutch and wait until the rotors reach their rated speed 540 rpm, engage tractor gear and drive slowly into the meadow.
Rotary tedder P4 – 471 and P4 – 531 Operator’s manual Rotary tedder P6 – 651 and P6 – 771 5.8.1. Tedding on left and right side There is a possibility to adjust the tedder in a way, that the forage can be thrown on the left or right side.
Rotary tedder P4 – 471 and P4 – 531 Operator’s manual Rotary tedder P6 – 651 and P6 – 771 5.9. Clogging In order to avoid clogging, mowing speed should be adjusted to the mentioned conditions. In order to remove the machine clogging, lower the cutterbar onto the ground, disconnect the drive, take ignition key off and pay particular attention.
Rotary tedder P4 – 471 and P4 – 531 Operator’s manual Rotary tedder P6 – 651 and P6 – 771 For tedders P4 – 471, P4 – 531, P6 – 651 and P6 – 771 use tines marked 0680.05.03.000. NOTICE: Use only the tines recommended by the manufacturer.
Rotary tedder P4 – 471 and P4 – 531 Operator’s manual Rotary tedder P6 – 651 and P6 – 771 7. LUBRICATION 7.1. Intersecting axis gears Everyday before work check the oil level and, if need be, remove the vent B (Fig. 26) from the upper section of the gear and refill.
Rotary tedder P4 – 471 and P4 – 531 Operator’s manual Rotary tedder P6 – 651 and P6 – 771 7.2. Joints Lubrication point with STP grease Lubrication point with STP grease Fig. 27a. Lubrication points of the joints Lubrication point with STP grease Fig.
Rotary tedder P4 – 471 and P4 – 531 Operator’s manual Rotary tedder P6 – 651 and P6 – 771 8. MALFUNCTION AND THEIR REPAIRS Defect Reason Repair Damaged or soiled Replace or clean fittings of The tedder will not lift/lower components of hydraulic the hydraulic assembly by means of hydraulic...
2. Warranty period is for two years from the date of sale to the purchaser, stated above. 3. Any repair which is subject to warranty should be carried out by an authorised SaMASZ dealer. Upon completion of the repair, the dealer must submit a warranty claim within 14 days.
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