Page 1
Lely Splendimo 320 M M-H026.1004EN Operator Manual...
Page 2
Please consult your local Lely service provider if you do not understand the information in this manual, or if you need additional information. All information in this manual has been compiled with care. Lely shall not be liable for errors or faults in this manual. The recommendations are meant to...
Page 3
All instructions, pictures and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information that was available at the time of publication. Your Lely Splendimo may comprise improvements, features or options that are not covered in this manual.
Swath Wheel Kit........................1-4 Safety..............................2-1 Signal Words..........................2-1 Safety Instructions........................2-1 Explanation of the Safety Decals on the Lely Splendimo 320 M..........2-2 Position of the Safety Decals on the Lely Splendimo 320 M............2-3 Operation.............................3-1 Connect the Splendimo to the Tractor..................3-1 Disconnect the Splendimo from the Tractor................3-3 Move the Splendimo to the Transport Position................3-5...
Page 6
Remove and Install a Mower Disc..................5-12 5.3.3 Remove and Install a Mower Disc on a Drive Element............5-13 5.3.4 Disassemble the Cutter Bar....................5-14 5.3.5 Assemble the Cutter Bar......................5-16 Diagrams and Tables.........................6-1 Bolt and Nut Torque Table.......................6-1 Troubleshooting..........................7-1 Specifications.............................8-1 Splendimo 320 M Specifications....................8-1 Table of Contents...
The Lely Splendimo 320 M is a mower-to cut fodder crops. The range of operation of the Lely Splendimo 320 M is between ± 20° from the horizontal (relative to the tractor), and can be driven at speeds up to 20 km/h.
Splendimo weight to the tractor. It can be adjusted by regulating the pressure of the hydropneumatic spring system. Optional Extras Lely Splendimo 320 M 1.4.1 Wear Plates Wear plates can be installed on the bottom of the skids to reduce wear of the skids.
SAFETY This chapter contains safety instructions you must obey when you use or do maintenance on your Lely Splendimo. It also explains the safety decals on the Lely Splendimo. Signal Words Note the use of the signal words DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION. The...
• Clean or replace the safety decals regularly so that they can be read at all times. Explanation of the Safety Decals on the Lely Splendimo 320 M Read the operator's manual carefully before you operate the Splendimo Keep a safe distance from the Splendimo when the tractor engine is on.
Never operate the Splendimo at a PTO speed of more than 540 rpm Position of the Safety Decals on the Lely Splendimo 320 M Figure 7. Position of the Safety Decals on the Lely Splendimo 320 M Safety...
OPERATION Connect the Splendimo to the Tractor Adjust the 3-point hitch on the tractor until the arms are at the same height. Choose between connection position 1 or connection position 2 (fig. 8, page 3-2). Connection position 1 is recommended. A correct connection position is when the first mower disc is not in the Note: tyre track of the tractor.
Page 16
1. Connection position 1 - 2. Connection position 2 Figure 8. Connection Points Operation...
Disconnect the Splendimo from the Tractor Always position the tractor on solid ground before you disconnect the WARNING Splendimo from the tractor. Make sure there are no persons near the Splendimo when you disconnect WARNING it from the tractor. Set the hydraulic valve in the tractor to the floating position. Pull the operating cord to engage the locking hook on the hydraulic ram.
Move the Splendimo to the Transport Position Make sure there are no persons in the area when you move the Splendimo WARNING to the transport position. Make sure the front axle weight of the tractor is sufficient (use front weights if CAUTION necessary) and that you do not exceed the rear axle weight when the Splendimo is in the transport position.
Move the Splendimo from the Transport Position to the Working Position Make sure there are no persons in the area when you move the Splendimo WARNING to the headland position. Make sure the PTO shaft does not turn when the Splendimo is in the WARNING transport position.
Start Mowing Make sure no persons are near the Splendimo when you engage the PTO. WARNING Make sure no persons are within a 25 meter radius of the Splendimo WARNING during operation. Do not exceed the maximum PTO speed as shown on the Splendimo. CAUTION Always switch off the tractor engine before you leave the tractor cab.
Figure 13. Engaged Safety Guard Stop Mowing Always switch off the tractor engine before you leave the tractor cab. WARNING Stop the tractor. Lift the Splendimo to the headland position. Disengage the PTO. Wait for all moving parts of the Splendimo to stop. WARNING Switch off the tractor engine.
TEST AND ADJUSTMENT Adjust the Mowing Height Operate the tractor's top link to adjust the mowing height. Figure 14. Mowing Height Test and Adjustment...
Adjust the Ground Pressure Stop the tractor engine. Wait until all moving parts have stopped before you do adjustments to WARNING the Splendimo. Turn the ball valve counterclockwise to release the pressure from the hydraulic system (fig. 15, page 4-2). Operate the hydraulic system until the pressure gauge shows the correct pressure.
MAINTENANCE Scheduled Maintenance 5.1.1 Maintenance After Operation • Clean the Splendimo (page 5-3). • Make sure the knife pins are tight. • Make sure the mower discs are torque-tight. • Grease the Splendimo with an anti-corrosion agent. 5.1.2 Maintenance After the First 30 Working Hours After the Splendimo is used for the first time, or if a new gearbox or drive element is installed: •...
• Examine the Splendimo for damage and defects. Repair or replace damaged parts. • Examine the hydraulic system for leaks and damaged parts. Repair or replace damaged parts. • Examine the gearboxes for leaks. • Make sure all bolts and nuts are torque-tight. Bolt and Nut Torque Table (page 6-1).
Preventive Maintenance 5.2.1 Clean the Splendimo Make sure the Splendimo is in the parking position. Lift the safety guard and lock it with the hook. Use a water jet to thoroughly clean the Splendimo. Carefully engage the PTO at the lowest possible engine speed for a short time to remove any water from the cutter bar.
5.2.3 Grease the PTO shaft • Requirements: • Grease pump • Biodegradable grease (Total Biomultis SEP2 or equivalent) Use the grease pump to grease the PTO shaft. Grease the profiled tubes of the PTO shaft. Figure 17. Grease Points PTO Shaft Maintenance...
5.2.4 Replace the Gearbox Oil • Requirements: • Collection container (minimum capacity: 3 liters) • GX85-W140 transmission oil or equivalent An incorrect quantity of oil will cause overheating and permanent damage to CAUTION the gearbox. Clean the area around the drain plug. Put the collection container underneath gearbox A.
Replace the oil after the first 30 working hours and every 250 working hours with GX85-W140 transmission oil or equivalent. 1. Drain plug - 2. Fill plug A. Gearbox - B. Gearbox - C. Drive Element Figure 18. Replace the Gearbox Oil 5.2.5 Replace the Drive Element Oil •...
5.2.6 Grease a Mower Element • Requirements: • Shell Alvania WR 0 or equivalent • Loctite 243 • Torque wrench Do not use solvent for removing grease from the mower element. Solvent can CAUTION cause damage to the seals and bearings. An incorrect quantity of grease will cause overheating and damage to the CAUTION mower element.
Pull the Lely Knive Change Tool downward to release the Splendimo clip from the lock (1). Remove the Splendimo clip (2). The tip of the Lely knive change tool can be used to remove the knife pin Note: if it is stuck.
Page 34
Hammer the Splendimo clip into the groove of the knife pin until the Splendimo clip is locked behind the locking cam (5). Figure 20. Remove and Install a Mower Knife 5-10 Maintenance...
5.3.2 Remove and Install a Mower Disc Remove the split pin (1) from the castellated nut (2) on top of the mower disc (5). Remove the castellated nut (2). Remove the pressure piece (3). Make sure the O-ring (4) stays inside the pressure piece. Remove the mower disc (5).
5.3.3 Remove and Install a Mower Disc on a Drive Element Disconnect the secondary PTO-shaft. Remove the bolts that connect the gearbox (2) to the frame. Remove the gearbox (2) from the yoke (4). Remove the four bolts from the bottom of hat (5), then remove the hat. Remove the bolts from the mower disc (6), then remove the mower disc.
5.3.4 Disassemble the Cutter Bar • Requirements: • Socket spanner 46 mm • Torque wrench • 150 cm extension pipe Clean the cutter bar. Connect the Splendimo to the tractor (page 3-1). Lower the Splendimo onto a level floor. Remove the securing plate (13). Extend the Torque wrench with the 150 cm extension pipe.
5.3.5 Assemble the Cutter Bar • Requirements: • Socket spanner 46 mm • Torque wrench • 150 cm extension pipe • Castrol Tarp or equivalent • Molykote BR2 Plus or equivalent • Molykote P74 or equivalent Clean: • The centring rings (8) •...
TROUBLESHOOTING The mower indents the ground. • Decrease the ground pressure (page 4-2). The mower floats during operation. • Increase the ground pressure. (page 4-2) The crop is mowed at irregular heights. • Increase the ground pressure (page 4-2). • Replace the mower knives.
SPECIFICATIONS Splendimo 320 M Specifications Working width 3.2 m Transport width 1.45 m - 1.70m Transport height Number of discs/knives 8/16 Mowing height ± 30 mm and higher Infinitely adjustable via the top link Approximate swath width 2.60 m standard with 1 swath wheel 2.10 m with 4 swath wheels installed...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the Splendimo 320 M and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers