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OPERATING MANUAL
S S O O F F T T E E R R
4 4 P P | 4 4 , , 5 5 P P S S | 5 5 P P S S | 6 6 P P S S
4 4 P P | 4 4 , , 5 5 P P S S | 5 5 P P S S | 6 6 P P S S
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Edition:
FARMET a.s.
phone: +420 491 450 111
Jiřinková 276
fax: +420 491 450 136
552 03 Česká Skalice, CZ
GSM: +420 774 715 738
SOFTER
01.01.2022
Effective from:
www.farmet.cz
IČ: 46504931
e-mail: farmet@farmet.cz
DIĆ: CZ46504931

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  • Page 1 4 4 P P | 4 4 , , 5 5 P P S S | 5 5 P P S S | 6 6 P P S S 01.01.2022 Edition: Effective from: FARMET a.s. phone: +420 491 450 111 www.farmet.cz IČ: 46504931 Jiřinková...
  • Page 2 Prepared by: Technical Department, Farmet a.s. on 31.01.2022, changes reserved 2 | 44...
  • Page 3: Preface

    PREFACE Dear customer, The agricultural machine you have purchased is a high-quality product of Farmet a.s. Česká Skalice. You can fully utilise the advantages of your machine after thoroughly studying the operating manual. The serial number of the machine is punched on the production label and written in the operating manual (Your Machine Characteristics).
  • Page 4 PREFACE IMPORTANT READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE 4 | 44...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    PREFACE Contents PREFACE ..........................3 1 MACHINE LIMIT PARAMETERS .
  • Page 6 PREFACE 6 | 44...
  • Page 7: Machine Limit Parameters

    MACHINE LIMIT PARAMETERS 1 MACHINE LIMIT PARAMETERS • The machine is designed for soil ploughing up to a depth of 12 cm (4.7 in) when agricultural soil cultivation. Another type of use exceeding the determined purpose is forbidden. • The machine is only operated by one person – the tractor driver. •...
  • Page 8: Technical Parameters

    MACHINE LIMIT PARAMETERS 1.1 Technical parameters SOFTER 4 P SOFTER 4,5 PS SOFTER 5 PS SOFTER 6 PS PARAMETERS (SF4P) (SF4,5PS) (SF5PS) (SF6PS) Working width 4,1 m (13,45 ft) 4,6 m (15,09 ft) 5,1 m (16,73 ft) 6 m (19,69 ft) Transport width 4,3 m (14,21 ft) 3 m (9,84 ft)
  • Page 9: General Instructions For Use

    GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 2 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE The machine is made in accordance with the latest equipment state and approved safety • regulations. However, dangers of user or third person injury or machine damage or creation of other material damage may arise during use. Use the machine only in a technically sound condition, in accordance with its purpose, •...
  • Page 10 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE The operator must have the Operating Manual with the work safety requirements • available at any time when working with the machine. The operator must not consume alcohol, medicines, narcotic and hallucinogenic • substances that decrease his attention and coordination capabilities while using the machine.
  • Page 11: Machine Transport Using Transport Means

    MACHINE TRANSPORT USING TRANSPORT MEANS 3 MACHINE TRANSPORT USING TRANSPORT MEANS • The transport means designed for machine transport must have the load capacity minimally identical with the weight of the transported machine. The total weight of the machine is stated on the production label.
  • Page 12: Machine Handling Using Lifting Equipment

    MACHINE HANDLING USING LIFTING EQUIPMENT 4 MACHINE HANDLING USING LIFTING EQUIPMENT The lifting equipment and tying means designed for handling of the machine must have their • load capacity at least identical with the weight of the handled machine. Machine fastening for handling may only be performed in places designed for that and •...
  • Page 13: Work Safety Labels

    WORK SAFETY LABELS 5 WORK SAFETY LABELS The warning safety labels protect the operating staff The following applies in general : • Strictly observe the warning safety labels. • All safety instructions also apply to other users. • If the “SAFETY LABEL” located on the machine gets damaged or destroyed, THE OPERATING STAFF MUST REPLACE THE LABEL WITH A NEW ONE !!! •...
  • Page 14 WORK SAFETY LABELS Travelling and transport on the machine structure P 37 H is strictly forbidden. When working and transporting the machine, P 39 H maintain safe distance from the electric appliances The pressure vessel is under gas and oil pressure. P 42 H Execute disassembly and repairs only according to the instructions in the manual.
  • Page 15 WORK SAFETY LABELS Fig. 1 - Location of safety labels on the machine 15 | 44...
  • Page 16: Description

    DESCRIPTION 6 DESCRIPTION The SOFTER 4,5 PS a 6 PS machine is constructed as semi-carried folded. The SOFTER 4 P machine is constructed as semi-carried unfolded. The basic version consists of a drawbar equipped with a three-point suspension rod, or a loop for the fixed suspension pin, a central frame with the transportation axle and two side frames (except SOFTER 4 P).
  • Page 17: Hydraulics

    DESCRIPTION 6.2 Hydraulics Hydraulic diagram of the machine with a drawbar in the arms of the three-point suspension SOFTER 4,5–6 PS SOFTER 4 P 1 – Control distributor (tractor) 2 – Hydraulic coupling 3 – Closing cock 4 – Hydraulic cylinder (central roller) 5 –...
  • Page 18 DESCRIPTION Hydraulic diagram of the machine with a drawbar in the bottom fixed suspension SOFTER 4,5–6 PS SOFTER 4 P 1 – Control distributor (tractor) 2 – Hydraulic coupling 3 – Closing cock 4 – Hydraulic cylinder (central roller) 5 – Hydraulic cylinder (side rollers) 6 –...
  • Page 19: Machine Assembly At The Customer

    MACHINE ASSEMBLY AT THE CUSTOMER 7 MACHINE ASSEMBLY AT THE CUSTOMER • The operator must perform the assembly according to the instructions of the producer, best in cooperation with the expert servicing technician determined by the producer. • The operator must secure a functional test of all assembled parts after the completion of the machine assembly.
  • Page 20: Commissioning

    COMMISSIONING 8 COMMISSIONING • Before taking over the machine, test and check, whether damage occurred during transport and whether all parts contained in the bill of delivery were supplied. • Before commissioning the machine, carefully read this operating manual, especially Chapters 1–5.
  • Page 21: Agregation To A Tractor

    COMMISSIONING 8.1 Agregation to a tractor • The machine can be connected only to a tractor, whose curb weight is identical or higher than the overall weight of the connected machine. • The machine operator must observe all generally valid regulations of work safety, health protection, fire safety, and environmental protection.
  • Page 22: Hydraulics Connection

    COMMISSIONING 8.2 Hydraulics connection • Connect the hydraulics only when the hydraulic circuits of the machine and the tractor (aggregate) are in a pressure-less condition. • The hydraulic system is under high pressure. Regularly check for leaks and immediately remove obvious damage of all lines, hoses, and pipe unions. •...
  • Page 23: Folding And Unfolding Of The Machine

    COMMISSIONING 8.3 Folding and unfolding of the machine • The hydraulics for the folding and unfolding must be connected to the double-action control unit. • The operator must ensure that during folding and unfolding of the side frames, no person or animal is within their reach (i.e.
  • Page 24: Machine Unfolding Procedure

    COMMISSIONING 8.3.1 Machine Unfolding Procedure Machine Unfolding Procedure – Work Position The machine SF4,5–6PS lifted on axle, side frames secured by locking drawbar, piston-rods of the side rollers are inserted and both ball valves on Initial condition: the drawbar are closed. The machine SF4P lifted on axle, piston-rods of the roller are ejected and ball valve on the drawbar is closed.
  • Page 25: Machine Folding Procedure

    COMMISSIONING 8.3.2 Machine Folding Procedure Machine Folding Procedure – Transport Position Machine SF4,5–6 PS is unfolded and recessed, both ball valves on the drawbarare open. Initial state: Stroj SF4 P is recessed and ball valve on the drawbar is open. SF4P, SF4,5–6PS Lift the machine on rollers (or rollers and drawbar), i.
  • Page 26: Machine Transport On Roads

    MACHINE TRANSPORT ON ROADS 9 MACHINE TRANSPORT ON ROADS Transport Position of the machine • Connect the machine by suspending on the tractor using the two-point suspension equipment (TPS 3), or the fixed bottom suspension using a pin or a ball. •...
  • Page 27 MACHINE TRANSPORT ON ROADS Checking the nuts on the transport axle • Use the plastic arrow “Check Point” to check for loose nuts. It promptly shows the condition of the nuts, whether they are loose or not. • Always check the Check Points before driving. •...
  • Page 28: Machine Adjustment

    MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 10 MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 1 – Drawbar – setting of machine longitudinal plane 2 – Edge discs – connection of drives 3 – Side deflectors– soil rectification 4 – Spots for setting the working depths 5 – Fixed suspension version, depth setting 28 | 44...
  • Page 29: Adjusting The Working Depth Of The Machine

    MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 10.1 Adjusting the working depth of the machine • Setting of soil processing depth is executed on lifted machine through adding or removing of distance washers on hydraulic cylinders. Tab 1. – Setting of working depth - mm/in •...
  • Page 30: Drawbar For The Bottom Fixed Hitch

    MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 10.2 Drawbar for the bottom fixed hitch • If the machine is equipped with a drawbar for the bottom fixed suspension, it is required to set the working depth using the spacing washers also on the piston rods of the drawbar as shown below. 1 –...
  • Page 31: Adjusting The Longitudinal Plane Of The Machine

    MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 10.3 Adjusting the longitudinal plane of the machine • With the use of the TPS shoulders of the tractor, or the spacing washers on the piston rods of the drawbar, adjust the machine so that the front and rear row discs work in the same depth. 1 –...
  • Page 32 MACHINE ADJUSTMENT • When the machine turns to the left-hand side, lift the machine in arms, or remove the spacing washers on the drawbar piston rods. 32 | 44...
  • Page 33: Setting Side Deflectors And Edge Discs

    MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 10.4 Setting side deflectors and edge discs • According to the type and quantity of plant residues, it is necessary to set the side deflectors. Options for side deflector settings • The position of the edge discs is adjustable and they allow different recess against other discs. The adjustment is executed so that the working depth of the edge discs is lower (approx ½...
  • Page 34: Machine Travelling Direction At Work

    MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 10.5 Machine travelling direction at work Change the direction of work with the machine by 15-30° to the previous seeding/harvest operation. That will help you achieve the best work results with the machine: a high crop residue throughput, mixing crop residue in and the levelling effect (levelling the tracks from previous operations) Seeding/harvest direction Stubble plugging direction...
  • Page 35: Machine Maintenance And Repairs

    MACHINE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 11 MACHINE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS Observe the safety instructions for treatment and maintenance. • If it is necessary to weld during the repair and have the machine connected to the tractor, it must have disconnected supply cables from the alternator and the accumulator. •...
  • Page 36: Maintenance Plan

    MACHINE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 11.1 Maintenance plan MAINTENANCE PLAN Perform the planned maintenance according to the instructions: Once a Time Maintenance Task Daily Before After week (season) season season interval Machine in general • ·Visual inspection of the machine • Checking for any undesirable sounds, vibrations and excessive wear •...
  • Page 37 MACHINE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS MAINTENANCE PLAN Perform the planned maintenance according to the instructions: Once a Time Maintenance Task Daily Before After (season) week season season interval Bolt connections Visual inspection of bolt and hydraulic joints, tighten any loose joints using a corresponding torque (see the torque chart) Towing lug –...
  • Page 38 MACHINE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS MAINTENANCE PLAN Perform the planned maintenance according to the instructions: Once a Time Maintenance Task Daily Before After (season) week season season interval Electric cables Check for any damage, replace if needed Safety measures Lighting and safety hatched boards – check the condition, function and cleanliness Hazard and safety labels –...
  • Page 39: Machine Lubrication Shedule

    MACHINE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 11.2 Machine lubrication shedule • During machine maintenance and its lubrication, it is necessary to observe the safety regulations. • If the machine is equipped with a drawbar for the bottom fixed suspension, it is completely maintenance-free as far as lubrication is concerned.
  • Page 40: Machine Storage

    MACHINE STORAGE 12 MACHINE STORAGE Long-term machine shutdown : • Store the machine under a roof if possible. • Store the machine on a flat and solid surface with sufficient load capacity. • Clean the machine before storing and conserve so that it is not damaged in any way during storage. Pay special attention to all marked lubrication points and properly lubricate them according to the lubrication plan.
  • Page 41: Enviromental Protection

    ENVIROMENTAL PROTECTION 13 ENVIROMENTAL PROTECTION • Regularly check the tightness of the hydraulic system. • Preventively replace or repair hydraulic hoses, possibly further parts of the hydraulic system showing signs of damage, before oil leaks occur. • Check the condition of hydraulic hoses and perform their timely replacement. The service life of hydraulic hoses includes the time, when they were stored.
  • Page 42: Machine Disposal After Service Life Expiry

    MACHINE DISPOSAL AFTER SERVICE LIFE EXPIRY 14 MACHINE DISPOSAL AFTER SERVICE LIFE EXPIRY • The operator must secure during machine disposal that steel parts and parts, in which hydraulic oil or lubricating grease moves are differentiated. • Steel parts must be cut by the operator while observing safety regulations and handed over to the secondary raw material collection point.
  • Page 43: Servicing And Warranty Conditions

    6. The warranty is limited to the disassembly and assembly, possibly replacement or repair of the defective part. The decision, whether to replace or repair the defective part, is up to the contractual workshop of Farmet. 7. During the warranty period, only the authorised servicing technician of the manufacturer may perform repairs or other interventions into the machine.
  • Page 44 SERVICING AND WARRANTY CONDITIONS 44 | 44...

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