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M3 Metering Series Mini Hopper Manufactured by: Dealer / Local Agent Taege Engineering Ltd Main West Road, Sheffield 7500 New Zealand Ph: 64 3 318 3824 Fax: 64 3 318 3646 E-mail: sales@taege.com www.taege.com 13/10/2016 A Ground Breaking Company Since 1923...
Contents Page Introduction Safety Safe Operating Procedures Maintenance Storage Getting the M3 Mini Hopper ready for the first time Configuration Calibration Fan Speed Operation Bolted Connections Daily Maintenance Notes Warranty Certificate 13/10/2016 A Ground Breaking Company Since 1923...
New Zealand farmers and contractors. Taege Engineering want you to be satisfied with your product, which has been designed and manufactured to provide years of dependable use.
Safety • Focus on being prepared for emergencies. • Read the operators manual carefully. • Always follow recommended safe practices for operating this Mini Hopper and its associated equipment, including tractors and other machinery used in conjunction with this Mini Hopper. •...
SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURES • Before operating the Taege Drill please read the following ‘Safe Operating Procedures’. • Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious injury. • A careful and alert operator is the best insurance against incidents.
MAINTENANCE Daily • Check all cables for damage STORAGE • Ensure machine is empty to eliminate rodent damage to rollers as this is not covered by warranty. Getting the M3 Mini Hopper ready the first time • After you have mounted the unit. Plug in the M3 Mini Hopper power lead to the tractor 30amp auxiliary power supply or direct to a 12vdc battery.
Always disconnect the power source and controller when welding on the machine. Fan Speed If your TAEGE M3 Mini Hopper is fitted with an electric air assist blower, it is important that this is operated continuously when seeding. M3 Hopper Operation Once you have set up and calibrated the machine, turn the air assist blower on (if fitted).
Bolted Connections All the bolted connections should be re-tightened after the first day or 50Ha of use. Daily Maintenance • Drill to tractor auxiliary connection Electrical Connections • Lead connections • Wiring loom for damage • All bolts Bolts • Sponges for damage Hopper 13/10/2016 A Ground Breaking Company Since 1923...
Warranty From the date of purchase your TAEGE machine is covered by a 12-month warranty period for faulty parts and/or workmanship. Ensure your dealer completes and returns a warranty certificate within 7 days of date of purchase. Send to Taege Engineering Ltd...
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