Introduction Acquisition & Warranty On delivery of your new Duncan Renovator AS6100 please check that the machine is not damaged. In cases of shipping damage, please ask your dealer to arrange for the appropriate claim to be lodged immediately. Assemble any parts supplied loose and inspect your machine with the aid of this manual to familiarise yourself with its features.
Description of Machine The Duncan ‘Renovator AS6100’ is a Coil Tine T-boot drill and is fitted with disc openers. The large split hopper is mounted on a robust centre frame. Sowing depth is hydraulically controlled. The quality European air metering units handle all seeds from turnip and rape through to peas and maize and permits easy calibration.
‘Renovator AS6100’ Dimensions & Capacities Dimensions & Capacities 48 Run 42 Run 36 Run Description 6.1m 5 inch 6.1m 6 inch 6.1m 7 inch Width (over wheels /mm) 3100 Working Height (mm) 2790 Transport Height (mm) 3535 Machine Length (mm)
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‘Renovator AS6100’ Safety ATTENTION On the machine important safety information is indicated by these symbols. These highlight general safety aspects in regard to the machine rather than specific hazards. Do not ride or allow passengers on the machine. Under no circumstances are passengers to be permitted on the machine while it is in operation or being transported.
‘Renovator AS6100’ Safety SAFETY - General This section of the manual offers general guidelines for the safe operation of machinery. It does not replace N.B. Throughout this local safety regulations. These guidelines were current at manual important safety the time of publication, but may be superseded by later information is indicated regulations.
‘Renovator AS6100’ Safety SAFETY - General (Continued) Appropriate Dress Wear close fitting clothing and avoid rings or other forms of jewellery which could become caught in the machinery. People with long hair must have it securely fixed and confined close to the head.
‘Renovator AS6100’ Safety SAFETY - General (Continued) Handle Agricultural Chemicals Safely All farm chemicals should be stored, used, handled and disposed of safely and in accordance with the supplier’s/ manufacturer’s recommendations. Read the product label before using, noting any warnings or special cautions, including any protective clothing or equipment that may be required, ie.
‘Renovator AS6100’ Safety SAFETY - General (Continued) Practice Safe Maintenance Keep the machine in safe working condition. Routine maintenance and regular servicing will help reduce risks and prolong the life of the machine. General Maintenance Accidents occur most frequently during servicing and repair. The...
Safety SAFETY - Machine Specific This section of the manual gives specific guidelines for the safe operation of the Renovator AS6100. These guidelines were current at the time of publication, but may be superseded by later circumstances. They do not necessarily cover every possible hazard and must be read in conjunction with the SAFETY - General section (Page 7 to 10).
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‘Renovator AS6100’ Seed Drill Safety SAFETY - Machine Specific (Continued) Hazard Points on the Renovator AS6100 (Continued) For guard locations on machine, refer Page 13. Transport The two wheels located at the rear of the machine are for the purpose of controlling sowing depth. These are also used to support the machine weight.
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‘Renovator AS6100’ Seed Drill Safety SAFETY - Machine Specific (Continued) Item Decal/Guard Pt. No. ‘No Ride’ 43900 ‘Pinch Point/Moving Parts’ 43901 ‘Slippery When Wet’ 43902 ‘Keep Clear’ 43904 ‘40 km/hr’ 43912 Pt. No. 67450 Issue 1020...
‘Renovator AS6100’ Transport Transport Raise the drill into the transport position. - To avoid machine damage due to drill Important lowering during transport, always close the hydraulic valve on the drawbar. Move the handle to a position at 90 to the hydraulic line.
‘Renovator AS6100’ General Operation Operation General Operation Guidelines Hydraulic Fan -connect the hoses in the following order: First - connect Zero pressure Case Drain 3/8” hose (1/2” BSP Female QR) to hydraulic reservoir * Second -connect Motor Return 3/4” hose (3/4” BSP Female QR) to tractor high flow low pressure return port.
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‘Renovator AS6100’ General Operation Sowing Depth Control The sowing depth is dependent on: 1 The wheel height in relation to the chassis 2 Tyre pressure 3 Ground condition i.e. hard or soft The wheel height in relation to the chassis is controlled using the hydraulic ram depth stop.
‘Renovator AS6100’ Read Before Operation Components Referred to in the Pre-Calibration Setup and Calibration Process The following pages describe how to set the machine up for calibration, the calibration process and subsequent adjustments to obtain the desired seed and/or fertilizer output.
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‘Renovator AS6100’ Read Before Operation Components Referred to in the Pre-Calibration Setup and Calibration Process The following pages describe how to set the machine up for calibration, the calibration process and subsequent adjustments to obtain the desired seed and/or fertilizer output.
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The Section heading numbers are in relation to the RDS/TOPCON Operator’s Manual ie Section 3 is for Operation and Section 5 is for Calibration. The full RDS ISOCAN/ISOBUS manual is provided with the machine however additional copies in electronic pdf form are available. Please contact your nearest Duncan Ag/Giltrap Engineering dealer.
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‘Renovator AS6100’ Read Before Operation Pt. No. 67450 Issue 1020...
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‘Renovator AS6100’ Pre-Calibration Setup normal/fine toggle Start Empty boxes and clear old seed and fertilizer from metering unit. high (idler in) low (idler out) Is seed size between 4 and 10mm? Locate product in 'Normal' Locate product in 'Fine' seed seed table.
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‘Renovator AS6100’ Calibration Note: It is recommended that the drill be calibrated using the Priming Switch Method...
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‘Renovator AS6100’ Calibration Pt. No. 67450 Issue 1020...
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‘Renovator AS6100’ Seed Drill Sowing Chart FINE SEED (toggle 'FINE', Butterfly Valve Settings shown below and on page 30) AS6100 5,6,7" SPECIFIC Setting PRODUCT GRAVITY (kg/l) Position> 2.5 12.5 17.5 22.5 RATE ONCE SET DO NOT REDUCE/CLOSE WITH SEED IN BIN** Lucerne (Alfalfa) 0.5 1.4 2.1...
‘Renovator AS6100’ Airflow & Fan Speed Airflow and Fan Settings 1. Hydraulic Fan -connect the hoses in the following order: First - connect Zero pressure Case Drain 3/8” hose (1/2” BSP Female QR) to hydraulic reservoir * Second -connect Motor Return 3/4” hose (3/4” BSP Female QR) to tractor high flow low pressure return port.
‘Renovator AS6100’ Maintenance & Care Maintenance & Care General Safety and Accident Prevention Advice Make sure that if the tractor remains attached to the drill that the ignition key is removed. During maintenance the drill should be supported in such a manner that if hydraulic failure was to occur the machine would still be adequately supported.
‘Renovator AS6100’ Maintenance & Care Maintenance Schedule (continued) 5 Fan Hydraulic Motor Hydraulic Fan -connect the hoses in the following order: First - connect Zero pressure Case Drain 3/8” hose (1/2” BSP Female QR) to hydraulic reservoir * Second -connect Motor Return 3/4” hose (3/4” BSP Female QR) to tractor high flow low pressure return port.
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