Sovema TDF-HD EXT Series Instruction Manual

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Dear Owner,

Thank you for buying a SOVEMA manufactured product.

Your new machine has been carefully designed and manufactured to give you superior

performance and dependable service, if properly operated and maintained.

You will find this machine to be rugged and reliable when matched to the suggested

horsepower operating range.

Much time has been invested in providing safety and protection. Please carefully read

this manual. It tells you how to safely and easily assemble, operate and maintain your

machine.

Be sure that you and any other operator carefully follow the

recommended safety practices at all times. Failure to do so could result in personal injury

or property damage.

Of course, should you ever have any problems or questions, please contact your local

SOVEMA dealer or contact us at the addresses or numbers indicated in this manual.

SOVEMA manufactures a variety of innovative equipment. If you are interested in

reviewing our full line, please contact us.

Thanks for your choice.

Pier Silvio Mayer

President

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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Page 1 Of course, should you ever have any problems or questions, please contact your local SOVEMA dealer or contact us at the addresses or numbers indicated in this manual. SOVEMA manufactures a variety of innovative equipment. If you are interested in reviewing our full line, please contact us.
Page 2 INDEX • SYMBOLS Page 3 • GENERAL INFORMATION Page 4 • SAFETY DECALS Page 5 • SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Page 7 • MAIN CHECKS Page 10 • TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Page 11 • HITCHING THE MACHINE Page 12 • CUTTING HEIGHT REGULATION Page 14 •...
Page 3: Read Carefully
SYMBOLS These symbols appear throughout the manual. Remember their meaning and advice. CAUTION! YOUR SAFETY IS IN DANGER! READ CAREFULLY USE PROTECTIVE GLOVES INSTRUCTION MANUAL Page 3 Revised 2013...
Page 4: General Information
GENERAL INFORMATION All implements with moving parts are potentially hazardous. The manufacturer has designed the implement to be used with all the safety equipment properly attached. The purpose of this manual is to assist you in safely maintaining and operating the implement. These instructions have been compiled from our experience.
Page 5: Safety Decals
SAFETY DECALS Safety decals on the implement contain important safety warning messages. To prevent injuries we invite the operator to read them carefully and keep them clean. Check that all the decals are on the machine. If not, DO NOT USE the machine and report to the Dealer immediately to get the decals.
Page 6 Danger. Hands and feet can be injured by moving knives. Keep away from the implement. Danger. Your feet can be injured. Keep away from the implement. Danger. Your hands can be injured. Do not remove safety protection and keep away from moving parts.. Danger.
Page 7: Safety Instructions
Before using the implement you must be sure to know the main safety precautions; in fact many accidents are caused by not observing these simple rules. Sovema S.r.l. declines to the full extent allowed by the applicable laws all liability and responsibility for any damages of any kind resulting from the breach rules and guidelines expressed in this manual PRE-OPERATIONAL AND OPERATIONAL RULES.
Page 8: Transport Safety
• Make sure the PTO shaft is firmly attached to the tractor and the implement and that the locking pins have snapped shut. • To connect and disconnect the PTO shaft, please refer to the manufacturer’s instruction manual and to your tractor’s instruction manual. •...
Page 9 • Before performing maintenance on this machine, drive to a level area, turn off the engine, disengage the PTO, lower the machine, set the brakes and remove the ignition key . • Keep all persons away from the service area while performing maintenance. •...
Page 10 MAIN CHECKS Before connecting the machine to the tractor, read the following instructions: • Make sure the weight and power of the tractor is correct for the machine you want to connect. If you have any doubt, refer to the technical specifications. •...
Page 11: Technical Specifications
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS TDF-HD EXT series The implement described in this manual is a flail mower from Work. Knives No. Rotor Weight Width MOD. cm/inches ( rpm ) ( rpm ) Kg./Lbs. cm/inches cm/inches cm/inches TDF-HD EXT 180 180 / 72"...
Page 12: Hitching The Machine
HITCHING THE MACHINE The machines described in this manual do apply to any kind of tractor provided of universal three-point hitch. The characteristics (length, diameter of the holes for the lifting pins) of the tractor's lifting arms depend on the type of tractor, therefore it is necessary to prepare the machine in order to properly hitch the machine.
Page 13 Connect the PTO shaft and make sure it is correctly connected to the tractor and the machine. USE OF THE PTO SHAFT Always refer to the manufacturer’s instruction manual. Read it carefully. INSTRUCTION MANUAL Page 13 Revised 2013...
Page 14 CUTTING HEIGHT REGULATION To set the machine's cutting height, adjust the two lateral skids as follows (see fig. 1): • Unscrew screw “a”. • Adjust the skid as needed, adjusting screw "a" in one of the holes located in the skid itself.
Page 15 Side regulation To adjust the side movement of the machine proceed as follows: Hydraulic side shift • The mower is equipped with two hydraulic cylinders and hoses (see fig. 2). From the tractor, use the switches and levers controlling the hydraulic system of the tractor •...
Page 16: Operating The Implement
OPERATING THE IMPLEMENT After having completed all safety checks and made sure the mower is parallel to the ground, proceed as follows:: • Raise the machine off the ground in order to let the knives start moving without touching ground to avoid damages. •...
Page 17 The machine must be used only if equipped with all its components as supplied by the Manufacturer (safety devices included). The implement must not operate without the rear shield or modified as to leave the rear shield open. No other component can be modified. INSTRUCTION MANUAL Page 17 Revised 2013...
Page 18: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING During work several problems can happen. UNUSUAL NOISES. During operations, if the implement produces loud, unusual noises, the operator must immediately stop it and follow these instructions:: • Make sure there are no broken mechanical parts. • Verify that the gearbox contains the correct amount of oil. If the oil level is too low (please see the chapter on maintenance), the gears of the conic couple are not adequately lubricated and will overheat the remaining oil if operations continue.
Page 19 CUTTING ANOMALIES. If after the operations the mower failed to obtain a clean, even cut, the operator must follow these instructions: • Check knives conditions. The knives can be worn and less effective. Please replace them. • Check if the cutting height has been properly set up. The regulation of the implement may be uneven.
Page 20: Disconnecting The Machine
DISCONNECTING THE MACHINE The disconnection of the machine from the tractor must be carried out on a flat surface. It a dangerous operation. Please read the following instruction carefully • While remaining in the tractor seat, put the tractor PTO in neutral. •...
Page 21 STORAGE The mower represents an investment for the operator. If left unused for a long time, we suggest to follow these simple rules: • Wash and dry the machine • Check all moving parts. In case of excessive wear replace the parts or contact your local dealer.
Page 22: Maintenance
MAINTENANCE The efficiency and lifetime of this mower strongly depend on the observance of its maintenance schedule. The schedule reported below is subject to change since it refers to a normal usage scenario and does not take into consideration heavier working conditions which require a more frequent maintenance.
Page 23 EVERY 20 WORKING HOURS. • Check belt tensioning by measuring belt tightness. Correct tightness results when belt deflection along the front side of the belt is 1 cm, as a result of the pressure applied with the index finger to the centre of the belt length (see fig. 1). FIG.1 In case a belt adjustment is needed, proceed as follows (see fig.
Page 24 If the belts show wearness (even if light) or cannot be tensioned any more because it is not possibile to adjust furtherly the mechanical tensioning system, replace the belts. Before replacing, it is necessary to clean the pulleys, especially from the rubber residuals left from previous belts. A high number of worn belts in a short time is not normal.
Page 25 • Proceed to grease the roller’s lateral supports. Before greasing, clean the grease nip- ple correctly to avoid the entrance of dirt, grass and mud. Use lithium type grease NLGI2 FIRST 100 WORKING HOURS. • When the machine has done its first 100 hours, change the oil from the gearbox. To proceed, remove the plug located under the box, drain all the oil through the discharg- ing hole, then fill in with new oil through the filler hole.
Page 26 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ABOUT LUBRICANTS. PROTECTIVE TYPE OF DANGER FIRST CARE EQUIPMENT Possible rash after Wash thoroughly with SKIN Safety gloves or lotion prolonged exposure soap and water Possible irritation on EYES Protective glasses Rinse with running water contact Maintain an oil mist level Expose to fresh air and Possible irritation after INHALATION...
Page 27: Spare Parts List
SPARE PARTS LIST TDF-HD EXT Mod. HE DRAWINGS ARE AVAILABLE ON OUR WEBSITE WWW SOVEMA INSTRUCTION MANUAL Page 27 Revised 2013...
Page 28 TDF-HD EXT Frame INSTRUCTION MANUAL Page 28 Revised 2013...
Page 29 CODE ENGLISH FRANÇAIS ITALIANO DEUTSCH ESPAÑOL NOTE 900.252.091 FRAME CHASSIS TELAIO RAHMEN BASTIDOR 900.252.093 FRAME CHASSIS TELAIO RAHMEN BASTIDOR 900.252.094 FRAME CHASSIS TELAIO RAHMEN BASTIDOR 900.251.193 SKID PATIN SLITTA KUFE CORREDERA 900.252.099 SKID PATIN SLITTA KUFE CORREDERA 900.102.100 SCREW VITE SCHRAUBE TORNILLO 900.104.045...
Page 30 TDF-HD EXT Frame INSTRUCTION MANUAL Page 30 Revised 2013...
Page 31 CODE ENGLISH FRANÇAIS ITALIANO DEUTSCH ESPAÑOL NOTE 900.103.018 ECROU DADO MUTTER TUERCA 900.102.383 SCREW VITE SCHRAUBE TORNILLO 900.277.009 TOURILLON PERNO STIFT PERNO 900.103.069 RING EMBOUT GHIERA NUTMUTTER TUERCA 900.108.017 SPLIT GOUPILLE COPIGLIA ARRETIERUNG PASADOR 900.277.005 TOURILLON PERNO STIFT PERNO 900.252.045 FORK FOURCHETTE FORCELLA...
Page 32 TDF-HD EXT Gearbox INSTRUCTION MANUAL Page 32 Revised 2013...
Page 33 CODE ENGLISH FRANÇAIS ITALIANO DEUTSCH ESPAÑOL NOTE 900.161.015 CASE BOITE SCATOLA KISTE CAJA 900.160.021 PINION PIGNON PIGNONE RITZEL PINON 900.161.017 FLANGE FLASQUE FLANGIA DECKEL BRIDA 900.106.011 CIRCLIP SERFLEX SEEGER SEEGER SEEGER 900.107.047 SHIM EPAISSEUR SPESSORE STAERKE ESPESOR 900.107.068 SPACER ENTRETOISE DISTANZIALE ABSTANDSRING DISTANCIADOR...
Page 34 TDF-HD EXT Rotor INSTRUCTION MANUAL Page 34 Revised 2013...
Page 35 CODE ENGLISH FRANÇAIS ITALIANO DEUTSCH ESPAÑOL NOTE 900.100.088 SUPPORT SUPPORT SUPPORTO STUETZE SOPORTE 900.100.098 SUPPORT SUPPORT SUPPORTO STUETZE SOPORTE 200-220 900.240.128 COUNTER-FLANGE CONTRE-FLASQUE CONTROFLANGIA GEGENFLANSCH CONTRA-BRIDA 900.251.070 COUNTER-FLANGE CONTRE-FLASQUE CONTROFLANGIA GEGENFLANSCH CONTRA-BRIDA 200-220 900.240.125 ROTOR ROTOR ROTORE ROTOR ROTOR 900.251.048 ROTOR ROTOR ROTORE...
Page 36: Limited Warranty Policy
The judgement of SOVEMA S.r.l. in all cases of claims under this warranty shall be final and conclusive and the original purchaser agrees to accept its decisions about all questions as to defects and/or to the exchange of any part or parts.
Page 37: Warranty Registration
• The machine was tested and operates correctly. (Address) (Address) ___________________________________ ___________________________________ ___________________________________ ___________________________________ ___________________________________ ___________________________________ Date: Signature: Date: Signature: DELIVER TO SOVEMA S.R.L. INSTRUCTION MANUAL Page 43 Revised 2013...
Page 38 INSTRUCTION MANUAL Page 44 Revised 2013...
Page 39 Sovema S.r.l. Via Olmo 6/10 41013 Gaggio In Piano (MO) ITALY Tel: 0039 (0)59 93 85 85 Fax: 0039 (0)59 93 85 12 e-mail: sovema@sovema.com www.sovema.com WARRANTY REGISTRATION This warranty will become valid only if this form is completed and signed by both the Purchaser and the Deal- er and is returned within 8 days of purchase date! IF NOT WARRANTY IS INVALID.
Page 40 SOVEMA PRODUCT LINE HIFT OTARY ILLERS • 15 different models • for tractors from 12 to 70 HP • working width from 80 to 200 cm. IXED OTARY ILLERS • More than 45 different models • for tractors from 15 to 130 HP •...
Page 41 LAIL OWERS HREDDERS • more than 50 different models • for tractors from 15 to 100 HP • working width from 100 to 290 cm. LAIL OWERS OLLECTORS • 6 different models • for tractors from 30 to 60 HP •...
Page 42 OTARY AKES • 3 different models • for tractors from 30 to 50 HP • working width from 340 to 450 cm. EDDERS • 6 different models • for tractors from 10 to 40 HP • working width from 250 to 750 cm. ICKLE OWERS •...
Page 43 Phone: 39 59 938585 Fax: 39 59 938512 Web: www.sovema.com Mail: sovema@sovema.com DECLARATION OF COMPLIANCE E.C. The undersigned company, Sovema S.r.l., Via Olmo 6, 41013 Gaggio di Piano (MO) Italia Hereby declares the machine Model :……………………………………………… Serial Nr : ………………………………………………...

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