Table of Contents

Advertisement

Quick Links

Link
Operation and maintenance instructions

Advertisement

Table of Contents
loading
Need help?

Need help?

Do you have a question about the Link and is the answer not in the manual?

Questions and answers

Summary of Contents for Cima Link

  • Page 1 Link Operation and maintenance instructions...
  • Page 2 Our fi rst goal, is to get our Customers happy for having met us! The “Spare parts catalogue” of this sprayer/ sprayhead is available in the “restricted area” on website www.cima.it. In order to accede, use: User name: sprayer Password: 844719KE...
  • Page 3 Articulated sprayer Link Model: ........... Serial Number: ........(Pubblication N° LUM-LINK-07-EN) OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS © CIMA S.P.A. 1996 - 2017 Private property. Any reproduction, even if partial, is forbidden if not preventively authorized in writing by the Cima S.p.A. company.
  • Page 5 Link 50-55 LISTING OF VALID PAGES This publication consists of pages, subdivided as follows: N° OF PAGE REVISION BASE from I to VI January 2017 from 1 to 4 January 2017 ADDITIONAL RECORDS AND VARIANTS REVISION DESCRIPTION First Edition, March 2001...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Link 50-55 INDICE GENERALE FOREWORD .......................... 1 CHECKS TO BE CARRIED OUT AT MATERIAL RECEPTION ..........1 PUBLICATION IDENTIFICATION ..................1 ATTACHED PUBLICATIONS ....................1 PURPOSE OF PUBLICATION ..................... 1 REFERENCE TO REGULATIONS ..................2 USING THE MANUAL ......................2 UPDATES..........................2 GLOSSARY ...........................
  • Page 7 Link 50-55 COUPLING MODALITIES ....................42 HITCHING TO THE TRACTOR ..................42 MOUNTING OF THE TRANSMISSION SHAFT ..............43 INSTALLATION OF REMOTE CONTROLS ..............43 5.3.1 Electrical control panel - E10 ....................43 5.3.2 Manual 2-tap distributor - P9 (for the versions where foreseen) ........... 45 5.3.3 E.P.A.
  • Page 8 Link 50-55 12.1.3 - Lifting of the trailed cart ....................... 66 MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS ..................67 13.1 LUBRICATION ........................67 13.2 FAN SHAFT SUPPORT OIL LEVEL CHECK ..............68 13.3 FAN SHAFT SUPPORT OIL REPLACEMENT ..............68 13.4 CLEANING OF FILTER’S CARTRIDGE ................69 13.5...
  • Page 9: Foreword

    C.I.M.A. S.p.A.. 1.3 ATTACHED PUBLICATIONS Spare parts catalogue, available in the “restricted area” on website www.cima.it (see on the inside cover); Distribution devices, “Operation and maintenance instructions”;...
  • Page 10: Reference To Regulations

    Link 50-55 1.5 REFERENCE TO REGULATIONS This manual was set out conforming to the regulations contained in following documents: — Directive 2006/42/CE: Attachment 1 point 1.7.4; — UNI 10653: Technical Documentation; — UNI 10893: Technical Documentation. 1.6 USING THE MANUAL Read every part of this manual, paying attention to the WARNING and DANGER indications both on the text and on the machine or on components.
  • Page 11: Glossary

    Link 50-55 GLOSSARY TERMINOLOGY The terms FRONT, REAR, RIGHT and LEFT utilised in this publication refer to the sprayer as seen by an operator from behind the operative unit along the drive line and facing it: the rear part of the machine is that closest to the operator and the front part is the one that gets attached to the tractor.
  • Page 12 Link 50-55 Safety decals - STOP THE ENGINE AND REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE TRACTOR’S CONTROL PANEL BEFORE CARRYING OUT ALL MAINTENANCE OR REPAIR OPERATIONS - CONSULT THE USER AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL BEFORE USING OR INTERVENING ON THE MACHINE 95001...
  • Page 13 Link 50-55 Use and maintenance decals - CHECK THE OIL LEVEL EVERY 8 HOURS: FAN SHAFT BEARINGS. GREASE YEARLY: FAN TIGHTENER SUPPORT AND 95079 FREEWHEEL - LUBRICATE EVERY 200 HOURS: 95115 - GREASE EVERY 200 HOURS: SUPPORT FOOT with WHEEL HUBS AND ARTICULATED...
  • Page 14 Link 50-55 Positioning of the safety, use and maintenance decals NOTE: The numbers with the asterisk (*) indicate the adhesives relevant either to optional components or to accessories to be applied ONLY on the models and versions on which it is foreseen.
  • Page 15 Link 50-55 95079 95098 95059 ARTICULATED JOINTS AND TRAIL EYE 01683 95054 95021 2,7 atm 95021 95081 95059 95081 95095 MOZZI RUOTE 95054 95086 Rev.07 - Jan. 2017...
  • Page 16: General Information

    Link 50-55 GENERAL INFORMATION 3.1 MACHINE IDENTIFICATION ® Fabbr. nel. S.p.A. MONTU BECCARIA (PV) ITALY (39) 0385/246636 FAX 246637 Tipo Press. Matr. max bar Peso a V. Kg Peso T.Kg 00070 Identifi cation nameplate 00620 3.2 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE C.I.M.A. S.p.A. is at the complete disposal of customers for any type of intervention. The names and addresses of its service network, both in Italy and in foreign countries, can be requested from: C.I.M.A.
  • Page 17: Precautions Against The Fi Res

    Link 50-55 On the identifi cation plate, the full-load weight (PESO T.) of the machine is indicated, measured WITHOUT the distribution device, and WITHOUT the accessories possibly installed. In order to calculate the weight on the hoister in operative conditions (at full load), add to the WEIGHT OF THE FAN SERVO AMPLIFIER (see Paragraph 4.4.1 - Sprayer dimensions...
  • Page 18: Safety Systems

    Link 50-55 3.4 SAFETY SYSTEMS All machine moving parts are suitably protected by guards and highlighted through the use of warning decals. - It is forbidden to use the machine with these guards removed. - Before removing the protection, stop the tractor’s engine and remove the key from the control panel.
  • Page 19: Storage

    Link 50-55 To use pesticides (purchase, transport, loading, treatment planning, mixture preparation, fi eld transfert, treatment performance, ending treatment liquid waste management, equipement rinsing and waste disposal) you must follow the country rules. Absolutely respect the rules on the label of the product used referring to the dose for hectar and to the compatibility of other products.
  • Page 20: Personal Protective Equipment (Ppe)

    Link 50-55 The disposal of special wastes is regulated by specifi c norms. In order to perform this operation it is necessary to obtain the relevant information from the Local Offi ces specifi cally appointed to rule on this subject. The non compliance with these regulations can cause considerable damage to persons and animals as well as polluting the environment.
  • Page 21: Machine's Structural Analysis

    Link 50-55 MACHINE’S STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS The pictures indicate the position of the main components of the sprayer. PNEUMATIC AGITATOR MAIN PLUNGER TAP TANK PRESSURE GAUGE HAND WASHING TANK TANK LEVEL INDICATOR PROTECTION CASING ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTOR RINSING TANK (*) PUMP HAND WASHING...
  • Page 22: Frame

    The front section is directly coupled with the three points-hydraulic hoisting device of the tractor. 01694 The Link 50 e 55 range frames can be coupled with the hydraulic hoisting devices of class “2”. The piston pins’ diameter measures 28,5 mm. The third point pin diameter measures 25 mm.
  • Page 23 Link 50-55 As it is possible to regulate the length of the coupling lower bars to the hydraulic hoisting device, the length of the coupling between the frame front and rear sections, the trailer axle and the track positions, the sprayer articulated joint can be exactly positioned on half a way between the tractor rear axle and the trailer one.
  • Page 24 Link 50-55 AXLE The axle is secured to the frame rear section by means of especially foreseen screws, allowing to regulate its position, in order to modify the sprayer trailer wheel base. The four holes machined on the fastening plate allow to select two diff erent axle positions, by 5,75 cm displacements.
  • Page 25 Link 50-55 POSITION A STATIONARY POSITION STATIONARY POSITION : SUPPORT FOOT LOWERED 01696_1 Position B - front feet vertically applied to the frame and rear foot lifted: it allows to use the sprayer, after that the same one was coupled to the tractor (treatment position).
  • Page 26: Fan Servo Amplifier

    Link 50-55 4.2 FAN SERVO AMPLIFIER It is positioned in the unit front section and protected by a plastic casing. Servo amplifi er It is equipped with an automatic tensioner of the AUTOMATIC driving poly-V belts that keeps the belt tension con-...
  • Page 27: Hydraulic Circuit

    Link 50-55 HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT 4.3.1 Operating principle WORK – The tank (P1) contains the mixture that must be distributed to the area being treated. The tank (P1) is connected to the pump (P4) via 3-way tap (P2). With tap (P2) in position “A”- WORK and (P15) in position “c”...
  • Page 28 Link 50-55 The delivery fi lter (P7) is located downstream of the regulator (P5) on the delivery to the distribution device (sprayhead). From the fi lter, the mixture travels through pipe (T4) to the electrical distributor (E9) (or manual P9, where envisaged) which, if open, enables the mixture to be distributed. The connection for pressure gauge (P8), which checks the distribution pressure, is fi...
  • Page 29 Link 50-55 CIRCUIT WASHING - Where envisaged, the circuit-washing tank (P17) is connected through (P15) to pump (P4). When the pressure regulator (P5), or the electrical regulator (E5) (joystick on + for approx. 15 sec.), is completely closed, position tap (P2) to “B”, tap (P12) to “C” and tap (P15) to “a” - OPEN...
  • Page 30 Link 50-55 FILLING (with fi lling pipe). The fi lling pipe (TR) (accessory) can be connected to the pump (P4) to fi ll the tank by collecting the water needed for the dilution of the phytosanitary products mixture from an external tank, from a well or from a canal/channel (in case provided for by the regulations in force in the country where the machine is in use).
  • Page 31: Hydraulic Circuit Components

    Link 50-55 4.3.2 Hydraulic circuit components Legend P - E = hydraulic circuit components T = piping = for versions with rinsing tank = for versions in which this is envisaged = optional on demand = for versions without rinsing tank...
  • Page 32 Link 50-55 Versions with additional agitation pump Legend P - E = hydraulic circuit components T = piping = for versions with rinsing tank = for versions in which this is envisaged = optional on demand POWDER TO THE MIXER...
  • Page 33 Link 50-55 Versions with E.P.A. (Delivery Proportional Advancement) Legend P - E = hydraulic circuit components T = piping = for versions with rinsing tank = for versions in which this is envisaged = optional on demand = for versions without rinsing tank...
  • Page 34 Link 50-55 Versions with E.P.A. and additional agitation pump Legend P - E = hydraulic circuit components T = piping = for versions with rinsing tank = for versions in which this is is envisaged POWDER TO THE E.P.A. MIXER...
  • Page 35 Link 50-55 MAIN TANK Polyethylene tanks of 800, 1000 and 1500 litre capacity. Each tank is made up of: — tank main fi ller, (BP) with a 400 mm diameter hinged cover, with breather pipe; Plastic cup-like fi lter: 302 mm external diameter, height 254 mm, powder mixing device (for versions in which this envisaged);...
  • Page 36 Link 50-55 P2. 3-WAY LEVER TAP WITH DISCHARGE FITTING Positioned on the pipe (T1), between the tank (P1) and the pump (P4), it is equipped with a closing plug of the discharge fi tting, with the relevant safety chain. The 3-way lever (P2) can be positioned as here following specifi ed: A - Treatment The liquid gets out from the tank (P1) and is sucked by the pump (P4);...
  • Page 37 Link 50-55 P4. CENTRIFUGAL PUMP Fastened on the unit left front section, it is connected with the 3-way cock (P2) and with the pressure regulator (P5). The pump is provided by the suction side of a fi lter to prevent the accidental entry of...
  • Page 38 Link 50-55 E5. PRESSURE CONTROL ELECTRO-VALVE for versions in which this is envisaged It is connected to the delivery fi lter (P6) and to the tank (P1), through the pipe (T3). It adjusts the operating pressure checking the backfl ow into the tank.
  • Page 39 Link 50-55 E10. CONTROL UNIT Electrically connected with the distributor with 2 motor-operated valves (E9) and with the tractor’s power socket. The two lever switches that control the valves (E9) must be “ON” to open and “OFF” to close. The control unit is fi tted with a bayonet support to be inserted into the bracket provided. This must be fastened to the tractor within reach of the driver.
  • Page 40 Link 50-55 the respective control units (see manual “Distribution devices - Operation and maintenance instructions” 01668_2 CONTROL UNIT WITH 3 ELECTRO-HYDRAULIC VALVES E9. ELECTROVALVES ASSEMBLY (with remote control) It is connected with the feeding pipe (T4), the distribution pipes (T5) and the electrical unit (E10), which is fastened on the tractor.
  • Page 41 Link 50-55 P11. CALIBRATION DISC (Patent n° 23238) It selects the fl ow rates necessary to the treatment and is mounted on the distribution devices. It is made up of 2 fl anges, held in position by two butterfl y nuts, locking a disc with calibrated holes numbered from 1 to 15.
  • Page 42 Link 50-55 P18. ADDITIONAL PUMP LEVER TAP (For versions in which this envisaged) Positioned on the pipe (T8), between the main tank (P1) and the centrifugal pump (P19), it can assume the following positions: 1 - Agitation (Open) The liquid gets out from the tank (P1) and is sucked by the pump (P19), then, through the delivery pipe (T7) it returns to the tank, so causing a further hydraulic agitation of the mixture.
  • Page 43 Link 50-55 SHOWER CONTAINER HEAD WASHING DEVICE (*) For versions in which is envisaged P13. POWDER MIXER 01705 (For versions in which this envisaged) It makes the mixing of the powdery products during the fi lling of the tank. It is mounted on the basket fi...
  • Page 44 Link 50-55 P17. SPRAY-LINE RINSING TANK (For versions in which this envisaged) The polyethilene tank, with a capacity 100 ltr. depending on the capacity of the main tank, is equipped with the fi ller and connection pipes to the hydraulic circuit of the sprayer.
  • Page 45: Technical Data

    4.4.1 Sprayer dimensions and weights On the identifi cation plate, the full-load weight (PESO T.) of the machine is indicated, measured WITHOUT the distribution device and WITHOUT the accessories possibly installed . Link 50 Link 55 1000 l. 1000 l.
  • Page 46: Weight Of Accessories

    The accessories and related data listed in this table are up to date at the time of publication of the manual. All products and accessories not included and their updated weights are available on the table (Pesi- Weights.pdf) in the ‘ restricted area “ in the website www. cima.it, direct link (http: / /drawings.cima.it/search?Query=pesi-weights.pdf). Weight Description...
  • Page 47 4 electrovalves assembly Link: tutti D.4E.P11E (E.P.A. versions) Link 50 800/1000s D.V.TC2.S01 Electrical pressure reg.valve + Link 50 1000 lt Electrical movement Link 55 800/1000s TC/TCS. 2M2C - 4M2C D.V.TC2.S02 Link 55 1000 lt Electrical pressure reg.valve + Electrical movement Link tutti D.V.TC4.S01...
  • Page 48: Centrifugal Pump Cd32

    50-55 Weight Description Model Part/Number (kg) Link 50/55 800/1000s E.08.TCF.S01 E.P.A. + Electrical movement Link 50/55 1000 lt E.10.TCF.S01 TCF. 2M4C - 4M4C Link 55 1500 lt E.15.TCF.S02 Link 50/55 800/1000s E.08.TCI.S01 E.P.A. + Electrical movement Link 50/55 1000 lt E.10.TCI.S01...
  • Page 49: Filters

    (optional)..........16 mesh 4.4.5 Tanks 01676 Sprayer Main tank Rinsing tank Main tank model volume (lt.) volume (lt.) residual volume (lt.) Link 50-55 1000 stretto Link 50-55 1000 Link 50-55 1500 Link 55 4.4.6 Fans Link 50 Link 55 Link 55...
  • Page 50: Coupling Modalities

    THE TRACTOR’S POWER TAKE-OFF (PTO), UNDER ALL UTILISATION CONDITIONS, MUST PROVIDE A POWER EXCEEDING THAT ABSORBED BY THE SPRAYER. Pairing suggested Link 55 Link 55 Link 50 Link 55 for tractors of at least : Super Extra CV - SAE...
  • Page 51: Mounting Of The Transmission Shaft

    Link 50-55 When the operation is completed the 2 drive outlets (PTO) must be positioned on the same axis, both in vertical and horizontal direction. 5.2 MOUNTING OF THE TRANSMISSION SHAFT The mounting, disassembling or possible other interventions on the transmission shaft must be carried out with the engine switched off...
  • Page 52 Link 50-55 3. Connect the distribution piping (T5) to the hydraulic circuit of the distribution device (head) mounted on the machine (follow the instructions of the specifi c “use and maintenance” booklet which is supplied with it). 4. Connect the feeding pipe (T4) with the electrical distributor (E9).
  • Page 53: Manual 2-Tap Distributor - P9 (For The Versions Where Foreseen)

    Link 50-55 5.3.2 Manual 2-tap distributor - P9 (for the versions where foreseen) 1 - Mount the fastening bracket on the tractor MANUAL within the driver’s reach (if this is not already DISTRIBUTOR present on the tractor). 2 - Insert the distributor’s bayonet support in the...
  • Page 54: Distribution Devices

    Link 50-55 DISTRIBUTION DEVICES Every distribution device is supplied with its own USE AND MAINTENANCE booklet that is, or will have to be, attached to this publication and will constitute one of its integral parts. The manual “Distribution devices - Operation and maintenance instructions” illustrates the wide range of distribution devices (sprayheads) that can be used with each sprayer and also contains assembly instructions;...
  • Page 55: Accessories

    Link 50-55 ACCESSORIES 7.1 FILLING PIPE The pipe is provided with a coupling elbow fi tting and with a bottom-drawing valve. This is used for the fi lling of the tank. It must be connected to the pump suction (P4) instead of the chain-held stopper.
  • Page 56: Rotary Blades' Hydraulic Mixer (Patent N° 1295858)

    Link 50-55 ROTARY BLADES’ HYDRAULIC MIXER (PATENT N° 1295858) (For versions in which his envisaged) The mixer consists of a header, to which some oriented feed openings, equipped with mixing paddles, are applied. The mixer is mounted inside the tank through two hollow supports, a front and a rear one, which are equipped with bushes allowing it to rotate.
  • Page 57: Kit - Delivery Proportional Advancement

    Link 50-55 7.7 E.P.A. KIT - DELIVERY PROPORTIONAL ADVANCEMENT (For versions in which his envisaged) IThe computerized E.P.A. system executes the monitoring of the distribution parameters for the active automatic control of the distribution proportional to the feed. Through the constant takeover of the feed speed and the range of the product it is able to regulate the pressure continuously to keep the quantity of distributed product constant in relation to the treated surface.
  • Page 58: Filling

    Link 50-55 FILLING FILLING MUST BE CARRIED OUT WITH THE MACHINE ON A FLAT SURFACE. ON THE SITE, BEFORE THE OPERATION, THE DOSES OR THE MIXTURES TO BE POURED INTO THE TANK MUST BE PREDISPOSED. IT IS NECESSARY TO ALWAYS MAKE USE OF PERSONAL PROTECTION.
  • Page 59: Fan Engagement To Perform The Treatment

    Link 50-55 8.1.b Fan engagement to perform the treatment EXECUTION: 1. Disengage the power take off (PTO) Stop the tractor, remove the key from the control panel and check that the fan is stopped. 3. Unscrew the nuts that fi x the protection mobile cover and remove it to enter the release.
  • Page 60: Filling With The Specific Pipe

    Link 50-55 10a2. Close the main fi ller (BP) of the tank. 10a3. Complete the fi lling with water through the secondary fi ller (BS), by keeping PTO in running. 10a4. Close the cover of the secondary fi ller (BS).
  • Page 61 Link 50-55 a. if electric (E9), position to “OFF” the quick-break switches on the electrical control panel (E10) or on the E.P.A. control unit. b. if manual (P9), the levers are to be lowered (horizontally positioned); 7. Verify that the lever of the cock (P12) it’s in the position “A”.
  • Page 62 Link 50-55 25. Make sure that the fan is stopped. Hook the fan to the servo amplifi er as indicated at point 8.1, then mount back the release mobile protection cover. Properly tighten the nuts securing the mobile protection cover.
  • Page 63: Agitation

    Link 50-55 AGITATION The hydraulic and the pneumatic circuits mounted inside the tank, allow to realize a double agita- tion system: with the pump water and with the fan air, at the same time. The pneumatic circuit can be excluded, when the products used have a quite strong foaming eff ect, by closing the pneumatic agitator cock.
  • Page 64: Preparatory Operations To Treatment

    Link 50-55 d. Check that multiple-product mixtures be physically, chemically and biologically compatible amongst themselves; if need be, obtain the necessary information from the products’ sales representative. e. Carefully calculate the exact quantity of the product necessary for the treatment and establish the volume of water to be used for the intervention.
  • Page 65: The Treatment

    Link 50-55 g. Wash and rinse the just emptied product containers with clean water – collect the washing water and pour it in the tank before carrying out the fi lling – place the empty packaging in the specifi c container or in the collection area.
  • Page 66: Procedure To Wash The Hydraulic Circuit

    Link 50-55 • The operator must: a. Shake the mixture in the tank before starting the treatment, re-circulating it completely for as long as it takes to make it homogeneous. b. Check the orientation of the distributors (hands and/or cannons) of the distribution device (sprayhe- ad) in relation to the dimensions, the shape and the thickness of the vegetation to be treated.
  • Page 67 Link 50-55 Open the electrovalves (E9) by taking the switches of the control electric switchboard (E10)on ON (or lifting the lever of manual distributor switches P9); make the atomizer work spraying on the piece of ground not treated yet for a time suffi cient to verify the leakage of fresh water from the distribution head.
  • Page 68: End Of Treatment - Storage

    Link 50-55 10.5 END OF TREATMENT - STORAGE 10.5.1 Daily The operator must: if the machine s equipped with the spray-line rinsing tank: a. Carry out the hydraulic circuit washing process (see paragraph 10.4) spraying on the piece of ground treated yet. Attention: to make to spray the sprayer for around 5 sec..
  • Page 69: End Of Seasonal Cycle

    Link 50-55 again, putting it again in the tank, for a next treatment, if this will be suitable with the product to use. c. Wash the machine externally: To wash it externally DO NOT USE high pressure washer (MAX 5 bar).
  • Page 70 Link 50-55 e. Keep the machine on a plane surface with a suitable consistency, in a well ventilated place, shel- tered from rain, icing and direct sun rays. The machine must be stored in a secure or closed place, so as to prevent access to unauthorized personnel.so.
  • Page 71: Tank And Hydraulic Circuit Draining

    Link 50-55 TANK AND HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT DRAINING - Stop the tractor and remove the key from the control panel. - Wear suitable protective clothing and accessories in order to avoid contamination by contact or inhalation of the mixture. - Carry out the discharging in a suitable and properly geared area for the collection of the washing liquid.
  • Page 72: Lifting And Transport

    Link 50-55 LIFTING AND TRANSPORT THE FOLLOWING ACTIONS ARE NOT ALLOWED: • Transporting or lifting the sprayer with residual quantities of mixture in the tank for purposes diff ering from its destined usage. • The transporting of people, animals or things.
  • Page 73 Link 50-55 5 - Disconnect the pipes (5), (6) and (7) which connect the servo amplifi er-fan unit to the rear trailed cart and to the pipe (4) for the pneumatic agitation.. The length and the position of the pipes...
  • Page 74: Lifting Of The Fan Servo Amplifi Er Assembly

    Link 50-55 12- Check that the lifting devices (bands, ropes, etc.) are adequate for the weight to be lifted (machine, distribution devices, accessories) 12.1.2 Lifting of the fan servo amplifi er assembly 1. Hook the fan servo amplifi er assembly through the specifi c support point indicated by the specifi c decal on the frame, checking all the parts involved in the operation.
  • Page 75: Maintenance Operations

    Link 50-55 MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS ALL OPERATIONS MUST BE CARRIED OUT WITH THE ENGINE SWITCHED OFF AND WITH THE IGNITION KEY REMOVED FROM THE CONTROL PANEL. The machine has to be periodically revised according to the country rules. The inspec- tions and the release of the certifi cate have to be made by special provided structure of the country where the machine is used.
  • Page 76: Fan Shaft Support Oil Level Check

    Link 50-55 13.2 FAN SHAFT SUPPORT OIL LEVEL CHECK 1. Remove the oil fi lling plug with the dipstick. 2. Clean the dipstick and introduce it again. 3. Extract the dipstick and check the oil level, which has to be between the two minimum and maxi- mum level notches of the dipstick itself.
  • Page 77: Cleaning Of Filter's Cartridge

    Link 50-55 Reintroduce the oil fi lling plug with the dipstick; ensure that the oil plug locked. 13.4 CLEANING OF FILTER’S CARTRIDGE 1. Set the lever of 3-way tap (P2) to the “B” UPPER position. BODY 2. Completely close the pressure regulator, by...
  • Page 78: Pump Belt Tensioner

    Link 50-55 13.6 PUMP BELT TENSIONER Check length “L” of the spring (refer to picture): it should be in tension between 4 and 5 cm. If the value measured exceeds 5 cm, tighten the belt tightener screw, up to get the minimum length (4 cm).
  • Page 79: Table Of Maintenance Operations

    Link 50-55 13.8 TABLE OF MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS CHECK Fan belt-tensioner spring: CHECK LENGHT 9-12 cm Pump belt-tensioner spring: CHECK LENGHT 4 - 5 cm Fan shaft support: CHECK OIL LEVEL hours Fan shaft support: CHANGE OIL year Tank: CHECK BELT CONDITION AND...
  • Page 80: Faults Finding

    Link 50-55 FAULTS FINDING A. FAULT: By utilising the fi ller piping the pump doesn’t operate (suction) It is necessary to disengage the drive outlet (PTO) and wait for it to stop rotating before repeating the fi lling operation. 1. CAUSE: the quantity of water poured into the tank is insuffi cient to trigger the pump.
  • Page 81 Link 50-55 3. CAUSE: Wrong positioning of the circuit-washer faucet (P15) with the circuit-washer tank empty. REMEDY: Position the lever of the faucet correctly (P15 - pos”. 1”) and fi ll the circuit- washer tank. 4. CAUSE: Lack of seal of the O-Ring gasket of the pump suction connection (cone).
  • Page 82 Link 50-55 2b.CAUSE Fuses of the electrical control panel (E10) REMEDY: Replace the fuses. 3b. CAUSE: Power cable W1 of the electrical panel interrupted or oxidized connectors of the electric distributor (E9) REMEDY: Connect and possibly replace the defective components correctly.
  • Page 83: Repairs Allowed

    Link 50-55 REPAIRS ALLOWED THE OWNER AND/OR THE OPERATOR OF THE SPRAYER ARE NOT PERMITTED TO MODIFY THE STRUCTURE OR THE SPECIFIC OPERATION OF THE SPRAYER ITSELF. ANY REPAIRING INTERVENTION HAS TO BE CARRIED OUT EITHER AT THE DEALERS’ OR AT THE C.I.M.A. S.p.A. AUTHORIZED WORKSHOPS, OTHERWISE ANY KIND OF WARRANTY IMMEDIATELY CEASES AND C.I.M.A.
  • Page 84: Replacement Of Electrical Panel's Fuses

    Link 50-55 10. Refi t the hand-washing tank. Carefully tighten the screws that were undone during the belt replacement. 15.2 REPLACEMENT OF ELECTRICAL PANEL’S FUSES 1. Replace the faulty fuse pulling out it from CENTRALINA under-back side of control panel.
  • Page 85: Inspection And Cleaning Pump Filter

    Link 50-55 15.4 INSPECTION AND CLEANING PUMP FILTER The pump is provided by the suction side of a fi lter to prevent the accidental entry of foreign bodies in the pump body, such a possibility does not constitute a hazard and can only cause damage to the impeller shown by a drop in pressure reported by gauge...
  • Page 86: Tank Level Gauge Cleaning

    Link 50-55 15.5 TANK LEVEL GAUGE CLEANING 1. With a suitable pliers release the clamp (1 and 2) fi xing transparent tube of the level gauge. 2. Take off and remove the transparent tube (3). 3. Remove the red plastic ball (4) .
  • Page 87: Check Hydraulic Delivery

    Link 50-55 15.6 CHECK HYDRAULIC DELIVERY THE CHECK IS CONSIDERED TO BE SUCCESSFUL (THE MACHINE IS PROPERLY CALIBRA- TED) WHEN THE CALCULATED VALUE “Q” CORRESPONDS TO THE VALUE INDICATED ON THE “FLOW CHART” TABLE WITH A ±2.5% TOLERANCE. If the resulting values are diff erent, check the effi ciency of the pipes, the fi ttings, the pressure gauge and the correct positioning of the calibration discs (P11).
  • Page 88: Check Without Fl Owmeter

    Link 50-55 15.6.2 Check without fl owmeter TESTING OF HYDRAULIC DELIVERY MUST BE MADE WITH THE SPRAYER ON A FLAT SURFACE. THE PROOF IS IN THE DETECTION OF TIME TO PROVIDE A KNOWN QUANTITY CONTENT OF LIQUID IN TANK. 1. Disengage the fan (for versions where it is foreseen): see Paragraph 8.1.a.
  • Page 89: Tank Removal Or Replacement

    Link 50-55 15.7 TANK REMOVAL OR REPLACEMENT This operation has to be carried out by a C.I.M.A. service point. The operation has to be carried out by complete absence of liquid residuals both inside the tank and in the hydraulic circuit.
  • Page 90: Replacement Lamps Rearlights

    Link 50-55 15.8 REPLACEMENT LAMPS REARLIGHTS (for versions in which is envisaged) Before working on the electric system disconnect the Standard 7 pin plug from the tractor. 1. Loosen the glass fi xing screws (1) of the rear light. 2. Remove the screws (1) and the glass (2).
  • Page 91: Integrative Diagrams

    Link 50-55 INTEGRATIVE DIAGRAMS 16.1 HYDRO-PNEUMATIC DIAGRAM PLUNGER DISTRIBUTION DEVICE DELIVERY DELIVERY FLOW MAIN TANK ROTATING DISC REGULATORS RINSING TANK PRESSURE GAUGE REGULATOR ELECTRO- VALVES ASSEMBLY Wire W1 ELECTRICAL CONTROL FILTER PANEL Wire W2 PUMP POWER FILLING UNIT-WASHING SUPPLY PIPE...
  • Page 92 Link 50-55 Versions with additional agitation pump PLUNGER DISTRIBUTION DEVICE DELIVERY DELIVERY FLOW MAIN TANK ROTATING DISC REGULATORS RINSING TANK PRESSURE GAUGE ELECTRO- VALVES ASSEMBLY Wire W1 FILTER ELECTRICAL CONTROL PANEL Wire W2 UNIT- POWER WASHING SUPPLY LEVER TAP FILLING...
  • Page 93 Link 50-55 E.P.A. versions PLUNGER DISTRIBUTION DEVICE DELIVERY DELIVERY FLOW MAIN TANK ROTATING DISC REGULATORS RINSING TANK PRESSURE PRESSURE GAUGE TRANSDUCER ELECTRO- REGULATOR ELECTRO- VALVES ASSEMBLY Wire W1 FILTER E.P.A. CONTROL PANEL Wire W2 PUMP FILLING UNIT-WASHING POWER PIPE LEVER TAP...
  • Page 94 Link 50-55 E.P.A. versions with additional agitation pump DISTRIBUTION PLUNGER DEVICE DELIVERY DELIVERY FLOW MAIN TANK ROTATING DISC REGULATORS RINSING PRESSURE GAUGE TANK PRESSURE TRANSDUCER ELECTRO- VALVES ASSEMBLY Wire W1 FILTER E.P.A. CONTROL PANEL Wire W2 UNIT- POWER WASHING SUPPLY...
  • Page 95: Wiring Diagram

    Link 50-55 16.2 WIRING DIAGRAM Wiring diagram - standard versions Rev.07 - Jan. 2017...
  • Page 96 Link 50-55 Wiring diagram - versions with electric pressure regulator and electric cilinder for sprayhead movements Rev.07 - Jan. 2017...
  • Page 97 Link 50-55 Wiring diagram - upper cannons delivery control panel Rev.07 - Jan. 2017...
  • Page 98 Link 50-55 Wiring diagram - control panel for sprayhead movement (3 electrovalves assembly) Rev.07 - Jan. 2017...
  • Page 99 Link 50-55 LEFT REAR LIGHT 7 PINS PLUG JUNCTION CABLE RIGHT REAR LIGHT LEFT REAR LIGHT 7 PINS PLUG CABLE 7 PINS PLUG JUNCTION RIGHT REAR LIGHT Wiring diagram for rear lights Rev.07 - Jan. 2017...
  • Page 100: Noise Level

    NOISE LEVEL Sprayer Observed equivalent Model average level L qA - dB(A) Link 50 93 ± 0,2 Link 50 Super 93 ± 0,2 Link 55 95,4 ± 0,2 Link 55 Super 95,4 ± 0,2 Link 55 Extra 95.4 ± 0,2...
  • Page 101: Attachment: Declaraton Of Conformity

    Link 50-55 18 ATTACHMENT: DECLARATON OF CONFORMITY 18 Rev.07 - Jan. 2017...
  • Page 102: Warranty

    The products which have been modifi ed, repaired, assembled or tampered with by a third party, con- sumption materials and the parts subject to wear and tear are excluded from the warranty. The replacements will be made free CIMA S.p.A. works and the buyer will be responsible for all ship- ping and return expenses.
  • Page 103 Link 50-55 WARRANTY CERTIFICATE Copy for the owner (to be kept in the manual “Operation an maintenance instructions”). Owner’s Name: ........................Company Name:........................Address: ..........................City: ..........State: ......Postcode: ......Email: ............Tel. No: ..........Date of Purchase: ........Invoice No: ..........
  • Page 104 The replacements will be made free CIMA S.p.A. works and the buyer will be responsible for all shipping and return expenses.
  • Page 105 This warranty is valid only when this registration form is completed and returned, within thirty (30) days from the date of purchase, to the following address: C.I.M.A. S.p.A. - Loc.Molino Quaroni - 27040 Montù Beccaria - (PV) - Italy or sent by fax to the number +39.0385.246637 or by email to: info@cima.it Owner’s Name: ........................Company Name:........................
  • Page 106 The replacements will be made free CIMA S.p.A. works and the buyer will be responsible for all shipping and return expenses.
  • Page 108 Loc. Molino Quaroni n.7, Montù Beccaria - PV - (ITALY) Tel. +39.0385.246636 - www.cima.it...

Table of Contents