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FRONT LOADER T229, T241 INSTRUCTION MANUAL TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL POLISH MANUAL REVISION II JANUARY 2019 Instruction Manual No. T229-02-3600/2015...
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1.2.3. Trade Name(s) (if any): Category, Subcategory and Vehicle 1.3. Speed Indicator Company name and manufacturer Metal-Fach sp. z o.o. ul. Kresowa 62 1.4. address: 16-100 Sokółka, Poland Name and address of the authorised representative of the manufacturer (if 1.4.2.
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EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY The undersigned: Jacek Kucharewicz, Chairman of the Board declares hereby with full responsibility, that the complete machine: Front Loader 1.1. Brand (trading name of the manufacturer) Metal-Fach 1.2. Type: T241 1.2.1. Variant: 1.2.2. Version: 1.2.3. Name(s) (if any): Category, Subcategory and Vehicle 1.3.
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Fax: (0-85) 711 90 65 Seller: Address: Phone/Fax: Delivery date: Owner or Name: user: Address: Phone/Fax: The data is located on the machine rating plate located on the front part of the machine main frame INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
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Fax: (0-85) 711 90 65 Seller: Address: Phone/Fax: Delivery date: Owner or Name: user: Address: Phone/Fax: The data is located on the machine rating plate located on the front part of the machine main frame INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
The machine was constructed in compliance with the standards in force and current legal provisions. This instruction manual describes the basic safety and operation principles of the Front Loaders made by Metal-Fach, type T229 and T241. The material obligations of the manufacturer are presented in the Guarantee Certificate, which includes the complete regulations currently in force in the guarantee coverage.
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This symbol informs on a smaller level of the risk of injury than the symbol including the word “DANGER”. WARNING The symbol indicates useful information. INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
1.2 Front Loader Design ....................... 14 1.3 Location of pictograms ....................15 1.4 Arrangement of Pictograms on the Machine ..............18 1.5 T229 and T241 Front Loader Characteristics ..............19 1.6 Front Loader Dimensions ....................20 1.7 General safety principles ....................21 Coupling with the Tractor .....................
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Residual Risk Assessment ..................54 11. Loader Disposal ........................55 12. Typical faults and troubleshooting ..................56 13. Accessories ......................... 57 NAME AND ABBREVIATION INDEXES ..................58 ALPHABETICAL INDEX ......................59 NOTES ............................60 INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
Front loaders should be identified using the nameplate, which is permanently attached to the main frame. The data included on the nameplate of the T229 Front Loader are shown in the figure below. The T241 Front Loader is equipped with its corresponding nameplate.
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(Chapter 2.1). The Front Loader is intended for the loading and unloading of loose and bulk agricultural materials such as: fertilisers, grain, gravel, root crops, manure, silage, bales of silage, hay and straw. INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
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0.5 m/s , and the operating position is located inside the tractor cab. The manufacturer shall not be responsible for any hazards or damage resulting from any unauthorised modifications of the machine. WARNING INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
(optional) (9). The design of the Loader is complemented by the support (4) used for attaching the Loader to a tractor and during storage of the machine. INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
(Chapter 5.3). Location of pictograms The warning pictograms on the machine (Chapter 1.4) inform the operator about the dangers and hazards which may occur during operation. Ensure that the symbols are clean and legible. INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
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Suspension slings attachment point. right. Information pictogram. Left mounting plate. MAKE SURE THAT YOU READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE STARTING UP THE MACHINE AND STRICTLY ADHERE TO RECOMMENDATIONS CONCERNING SAFETY OF WORK DURING MACHINE OPERATION INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
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FOR LIFTING WHICH REQUIRES PEOPLE TO BE PRESENT NEAR THE LIFTED LOAD. Avoid contact with liquid under pressure. Right mounting plate. Loading capacity. Boom arms Warning strip – red and white. Welded frame INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
1.4.1 Arrangement of Pictograms on the Machine – right-hand side Figure 5. Arrangement of pictograms on the machine – right-hand side 1.4.2 Arrangement of Pictograms on the Machine – left-hand side Figure 6. Arrangement of pictograms on the machine – left-hand side INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
Sound pressure level at dB(A) less than 70 less than 70 less than 70 the operator's work place * The Table presents the dimensions for FARMER F-9258 TE tractor loader (attachment point at 1,650 mm). INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
Front Loader Dimensions Figure 7. The figure shows the dimensions of the T229 Front Loader at extreme positions of the work tool. The dimensions apply to the loader installed on the tractor at the attachment point at the height of 1,650 mm from the ground. The dimensions of the Loader when installed on other tractors differ from those shown in the figure.
24. During operation, use appropriate work clothing and footwear with non-slip soles. 25. The hydraulic system of the Loader may be controlled only from inside the tractor cab. 26. Make sure that in the area of loader operation there are no low-mounted power, INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
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41. Avoid open flames and do not smoke during operation of the Loader. 42. Before each ride to work, check if the tractor is equipped with a dry powder fire extinguisher. If missing, the tractor must be provided with one. INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
2. Coupling with the Tractor Tractors Dedicated for Use with Front Loaders 2.1.1 Tractors Dedicated for Use with the T229 Front Loader Table 3. Tractors Dedicated for Use with the T229 Front Loader Tractor Type Tractor Make 80.1, 82.1, 800, 820, 890, 892, 900, 920, 950, 952, 1021,...
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MF-4255 80, 82 MTZ-PRONAR 82A, 82SA, 82TS, 82TSA, 1025A McCORMICK CMAX 100 7056-Bis 80-66S TD 60, 70D-old NEW HOLLAND TD 60, 70D Plus - new TD 80D, TD 85D, TD 90D TD 95D INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
A tractor with the frame installed is shown in Figure 8. Install the two-section hydraulic valve block of the Loader (6) on the right-hand side of the frame (7). Connect the valve block to the tractor’s hydraulic system. INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
20% of the total weight of the entire system (sum of the weights of the tractor, loader, work tool, counterweight and load). INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
It is recommended that an employee of an authorised service centre of the dealer or an experienced operator should be present during the first time the Loader is attached and detached to/from the tractor. INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
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Loader can be detached from the support structure, − detach the hydraulic hoses of the Loader from the hydraulic valve block. The Loader should be stored with a work tool installed (Chapter 9 - Front Loader Storage). INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
The joystick allows you to control the operation of the valve block and solenoid valve for smooth and precise control of the Loader. The valve block controls the operation of the boom and work tool, while the solenoid valve allows you to close and open the grabber. INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
(5), connect the Loader valve block (4) to port P1 of the tractor’s hydraulic valve block (7) with line (2), − using the overflow line (3), connect the overflow port T2 of the Loader valve block (4) with the tractor’s hydraulic oil tank. INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
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Ensure the proper purity of oil. The purity of oil in the tractor’s hydraulic system must be compliant with condition 20/18/15 of ISO 4406-1996. WARNING NOTE Ensure the tightness of the hydraulic system before and after each use of the Loader. CAUTION INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
− unlock the support (1), − set the support (2) placing its centre in the middle of the yellow indicator, − lock the support (1). INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
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Figure 16. Adjusting the indicator (1 - lock; 2 - support) INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
The operators must install and remove tools on their own and with extreme caution. During maintenance operations, use appropriate work clothing and footwear with non-slip soles. INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
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(1) in the coupling frame guides (2), − set the locking device in the locked position (see previous page). Figure 19. Installation of a tool which requires connection to the Loader hydraulic system INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
They may be purchased with the machine or at any other time. Each work tool is provided with a nameplate. Tools cannot be loaded to exceed the maximum load capacity specified on the nameplate. WARNING INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
The proper setting of the valve protects the machine against unauthorised overloading. Ensure the proper purity of oil. The purity of oil in the tractor’s hydraulic system must be compliant with condition 20/18/15 of ISO 4406-1996. WARNING INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
Before you enable the damper depressurise the system by lowering the equipment onto the ground. Danger of trapping by the boom's sudden movement. DANGER The hydraulic damper valves are secured by chemical sealant. Removing the seal will void the guarantee!!! INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
Any unauthorised changes in the setting of the two-section block valve of the Loader invalidate the warranty and the manufacturer shall not be responsible for any hazards or damage resulting from such changes. WARNING INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
The periodical routine inspections are recommended to be performed after each two seasons of machine use. It is recommended to use original spare parts to ensure full capacity of the Loader for a long period of use. INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
The Loader is adapted for driving on public roads as a machine installed on a farm tractor. Only tractors with counterweight attached to the rear three-point linkage may be used for transport on public roads. INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
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The pressure on the rear axle of the tractor must be at least 20% of the tractor weight. If this condition is not met, an additional load must be added to the rear axle. INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
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Make sure that it is fully visible for the other traffic participants, − in the event of an emergency, take the necessary steps to ensure that the area is safe. INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
Check the condition and legibility of the rating plate. In the case where it is destroyed report at the service. Check the condition and legibility of the pictograms. In the case where they are destroyed replace them with new ones. INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
Loader from children and bystanders, it is possible to eliminate residual risk associated with loader operation, and in consequence, the machine may be operated without any risk to humans and the environment. INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
NOTE NOTE Disassemble the machine. Sort the disassembled parts. Supply the dismantled parts to the relevant recycling points. NOTE While dismantling the Loader, use appropriate work clothing and footwear. INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
Insufficient amount of oil in the Check the oil level and refill if loads. tractor’s hydraulic system. necessary. Insufficient oil pressure in the The pump is damaged or hydraulic system of the tractor. has insufficient capacity. INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
TUZ - three-point linkage - agricultural tractor engaging parts: see the tractor’s instruction manual, UV – ultraviolet radiation, invisible electromagnetic, invisible electromagnetic radiation with negative effect on human health, the UV radiation has a negative effect on rubber parts; V - Volt, voltage unit; INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
Lubrication Lubrication Points Pictograms 15-17 Rating Plate Residual Risk Road Traffic Safety Sales Scheduled Inspection Service Service Inspection Spare Parts Start-up Storage Technical Data Transport 47-49 Tractor, Use with Vibration Damper Warning Signs INSTRUCTION MANUAL – T229, T241 FRONT LOADER...
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Since Metal-Fach Sp. z o.o. is continuously improving its products and adapting its commercial offer to fit the customers’ needs, we reserve the right to modify our products without prior notice. Therefore, we advise contacting an authorised dealer or sales representative of Metal-Fach Sp. z o.o., prior to making your decision about purchase.
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