1.1 Introduction to the Grange 3m LDT 1.2 Meanings and definitions 2.0 Safety considerations during the machines life cycle 3.0 Check your own working systems! 3.1 Risk assessment for use of Grange 3m LDT across its intended lifecycle 4.0 Safety decals 5.0 Equipment specifications 5.1 Rear attachments 6.0 Lifting and slinging of Grange 3m LDT.
Machines life cycle the manufacturer to its end of operational life and subsequent The serial plate is located on the headstock of the Grange 3m LDT, as detailed in the photo below. authorised disposal. The hazard symbol is used throughout the manual to highlight areas of importance to the operator.
Can the operator seek advice on operational parameters for the Grange 3m LDT equipment from other persons when working remotely in the field? vi. When performing any adjustments to the Grange 3m LDT and any 2nd stage cultivation/seeding equipment, the tractor engine must be turned off, the key removed and handbrake applied to prevent the hydraulics from operating.
MEDIUM area Contact Grange Machinery Ltd The operation and use of the Grange 3m LDT presents a low level of for replacement components if risk. any damage occurs to lifting & slinging eyes. Please note; some hazards may occur during operation with the use...
Undertaking inspection and maintenance and replacement of wearing part procedures on the Grange 3m LDT equipment. Table 1.0 summarises the safety decals in use on the Grange 3m LDT and their meanings. The colour definitions for the decals are as follows;...
6.0 Lifting and slinging of Grange 3m LDT only 2nd stage cultivation / seeding equipment which complements the use of the The Grange 3m LDT range includes two lifting eyes (Ref fig 1.0) for use with Grange 3m LDT in tillage practices.
8.2 Hydraulic services to operate the Grange 3m LDT CAT IV LOWER LINK COUPLING CAT III TOP LINK POSITION CAT III LOWER LINK COUPLING CAT IV TOP LINK PIN 2 X DOUBLE ACTING HYDRAULIC SERVICES TO OPERATE AND FUNCTION THE GRANGE 3M LDT...
¾ INCH FREE FLOW RETURN ARM ATTACHMENT STRAPPING POINT FOR USE 7 PIN LIGHTING SOCKET WHEN TRANSPORTING GRANGE 3M LDT ON TRANSPORT TRAILER LIGHTING AND HYDRAULIC SERVICE REAR LINK ARM HITCH FOR BACK PLATE AND WHERE APPLICABLE COUPLING UP 2ND STAGE...
The diagram and example calculation in Fig 4.0 demonstrates the values which need to be established. Note the value d [m] is taken from the centre of the linkage balls to the centre of the lifting eyes (e.g. the Grange 3m LDT centre of gravity)
20mm). Ensure that the linkage balls are not corroded and can turn on the pins. ballast The correct top link setting is important to ensure the Grange 3m LDT is safe and Combined mass of front mounted implement / efficient in operation, ref Fig 5.0.
When connecting 2nd stage cultivation/seeding equipment; activate the of gravity and Fig 10.0 illustrates the Grange 3m LDT once the link arm tractor auxiliary hydraulics to lift the Grange 3m LDT main beam and hitch has been removed.
The The legislation which covers the transportation of the Grange 3m LDT Grange 3m LDT is now setup in the working position, ref fig 11.0. Stop the equipment on the UK public highway when coupled to the tractor movement controls of the tractor, apply the handbrake, stop the engine and is The Construction and Road Use Regulations (C&U) 1986.
Maintain activation of the auxiliary hydraulics to rotate the cutting discs into work. Please note! i. Never try turning bends with the Grange 3m LDT legs in the ground. ii. Always lift the legs out of working position before turning on headlands or short turns.
3m LDT with appropriate axle stands to enable safe same size fixing. Ensure the bolt is fully tightened, the Grange 3m LDT. If requiring the 3m LDT machine to be raised access to the points. Please be aware it is forbidden ref Fig 17.0.
16.0 End of life recycling Check tractor tyre pressures and front ballast. The Grange 3m LDT is manufactured from components have been in contact with hydraulic oil predominantly steel components with hydraulic they will need to be disposed of via an appropriate If required refer to Grange Machinery Ltd pipes and activating rams.
Grange 3m LDT attached and also a 2nd stage cultivation/ seeding equipment with a drawbar load of 2500kg. The clevis hitch on the Grange 3m LDT is located at approximately the same position as the units centre of gravity. Please note these are indicative calculations...
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