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Operator’s Manual AMAZONE Catros 12003-2TS Compact Disk Harrow Please read, understand and follow this operator’s manual MG5598 before operation. BAG0110.10 10.19 Keep it in a safe place for Printed in Germany future use. en-US...
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IT SHALL NOT seem to be inconvenient or repetitious to read the operating manual as it is not enough to hear from others and to believe an implement is good and to buy it and believe that it will function on its own.
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Fax: +49 5405 501-234 E-mail: amazone@amazone.de Spare part orders Spare part lists are freely accessible in the spare parts portal: www.amazone.de Please send spare parts orders to your AMAZONE dealer. Operator’s manual information Document number: MG5598 Compilation date: 10.19 ...
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Should you have problems or questions, please consult this opera- tor’s manual or give your Amazone dealer a call. Regular maintenance and timely replacement of worn or damaged parts increases the lifespan of your implement.
Table of Contents User Information ..................8 Purpose of the document ......................8 Directions in the operator’s manual ..................8 Diagrams ..........................8 General Safety Instructions ................ 9 Obligations and liability ......................9 Description of safety symbols ....................11 Personal safety ........................12 Safety and protective equipment ...................
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Table of Contents 5.4.1 Connecting the hydraulic service brake system ..............46 5.4.2 Disconnecting the hydraulic service brake system ............... 46 5.4.3 Emergency brake ........................47 Parking brake ........................48 Foldable wheel chocks ......................48 Two-row disk harrow ......................49 Rollers ...........................
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Table of Contents 12.10 Hydraulic system (workshop work) ..................103 12.10.1 Hydraulic hose lines labeling ....................104 12.10.2 Maintenance intervals ......................104 12.10.3 Inspection criteria for hydraulic hose lines ................104 12.10.4 Installation and removal of hydraulic hose lines ..............105 12.11 Hydraulics diagram ......................
User Information User Information The "User information" section explains how to use the operator’s manual. Purpose of the document This operator’s manual: • describes the operation and maintenance of the implement. • provides important information on safe and efficient handling of the implement.
• replace damaged warning labels. If you still have questions, please contact your Amazone dealer. Obligations of the operator Before starting work, all persons working with/on the implement are obligated to: •...
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General Safety Instructions Risks in handling the implement The implement is state-of-the art equipped and recognized for its safety. However, there may be risks or restrictions which occur while operating the implement. These risks include: • health and safety of the operator and/or third persons •...
General Safety Instructions Description of safety symbols Safety instructions are indicated by the triangular safety symbol and the capitalized signal word. The signal word (DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION) describes the hazard level and has the following signifi- cance: DANGER indicates an immediate high risk, which will result in death or serious physical injury (loss of body parts or long term damage) if not avoided.
General Safety Instructions Personal safety The owner or field operations manager must provide the necessary personal protective equipment, such as: • protective eyewear • safety shoes • protective clothing • skin protection, etc. The operator’s manual must always be: • stored with the implement •...
General Safety Instructions User training Only those people who have been trained and instructed may work with/on the implement. The owner or field operations manager must clearly specify the responsibilities of the people charged with opera- tion, maintenance and repair work. People being trained may only work with/on the implement under the supervision of an experienced person.
General Safety Instructions Safety measures in operation Only operate the implement if all the safety and protective equipment is fully functional. Check the implement at least once a day for visible damage and check the functionality of the safety and protective equipment. Danger through residual energy Note that there may be residual mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and/or electrical/electronic energy in the implement.
Immediately replace any implement parts which are not in a perfect state. Use only original AMAZONE spare and wear parts or the parts cleared by AMAZONEN-WERKE so that the operating permit retains its validity in accordance with national and international regulations. If...
General Safety Instructions 2.13 Warning labels and other safety markings on the implement 2.13.1 Positioning of warning labels and other labels The following diagrams show the arrangement of the warning labels on the implement. Catros BAG0110.10 10.19...
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General Safety Instructions Always keep all the warning labels on the implement clean and in a legible state. Replace illegible warning labels. You can obtain the warning labels from your dealer using the order number (e.g. MO007). Warning pictorial - structure Warning labels indicate dangers on and around the implement and warn for hazards.
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General Safety Instructions Order number and explanation Warning pictorial MO001 WARNING • Read and understand the operator’s manu- al before operating this machine. • Lire et compendre le manuel d*utilisation avant d’utiliser cette machine. • Lea y comprenda el manual de operation antes de usar esta maquina.
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General Safety Instructions MO008 WARNING FALL HAZARD • Never ride on the machine. • Keep others from climbing onto or riding on the machine. MO009 WARNING RUN-AWAY HAZARD • Secure machine from accidental rolling. • Use parking blocks or chocks to secure machine.
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General Safety Instructions MO014 WARNING HYDRAULIC SYSTEM POWER • Avoid hydraulic system failures and serious injuries. Never exceed the maximum hy- draulic system pressure of 3,045 psi or 210 bar MO015 WARNING EXPLOSION AND PROJECTTILE HAZARD • Have the pressure relief valve checked, adjusted, and repaired by a qualified spe- cialist workshop only.
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General Safety Instructions MD114 This symbol indicates a lubrication point Catros BAG0110.10 10.19...
General Safety Instructions 2.14 Danger through non-compliance of the safety information Failure to follow the safety instructions can: • pose both a danger to people and also to the environment and the implement • lead to the loss of all warranty claims Specifically, non-compliance with the safety information could pose the following risks: •...
General Safety Instructions 2.16 Safety information for users WARNING Risk of being crushed, cut, caught and drawn in or struck due to insufficient traffic and operational safety! Always check the traffic and operational safety before starting up the implement and the tractor. 2.16.1 General safety and accident prevention •...
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General Safety Instructions • When connecting or disconnecting implements, move the support equipment (if available) to the appropriate position (stability). • When activating the support equipment, there is a danger of injury from crushing and/or cutting points! • Be particularly careful when connecting the implement to the tractor or disconnecting it from the tractor! There are crushing and cutting points in the area of the connection point between the tractor and the implement.
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General Safety Instructions Implement transportation • When using public highways, national road traffic regulations must be observed. • Before transporting the implement, check for: ο correct connection of the supply lines ο lighting system damage, function and cleanliness ο brake and hydraulic system visible damage ο...
• Replace the hydraulic hose line if it is damaged or worn. Only use AMAZONE original hydraulic hose lines. • The hydraulic hose lines should not be used for longer than six years, including any storage time of maximum two years. Even...
General Safety Instructions 2.16.3 Electrical system • When working on the electrical system, always disconnect the battery (negative terminal). • Only use the specified fuses. If fuses are used with too high a voltage, the electrical system will be destroyed – fire hazard. •...
General Safety Instructions 2.16.5 Brake system • Only specialist workshops or recognized brake service shops may carry out adjustment and repair work on the brake system. • Check the brake system regularly. • If there are any faults in the brake system, stop the tractor im- mediately.
Disconnect the cable to the tractor generator and battery, before carrying out electrical welding work on the tractor and on attached implements. • Spare parts must meet at least the specified technical requirements of AMAZONEN-WERKE! This is ensured through the use of AMAZONE original spare parts. Catros BAG0110.10 10.19...
Loading and Unloading Loading and Unloading Loading and unloading with a tractor WARNING There is a risk of an accident when the tractor is unsuitable and the implement brake system is not connected to the tractor. • Correctly connect the implement to the tractor, before loading the implement onto a transport vehicle or unloading it from a transport vehicle.
Product Description Product Description Overview of implement assembly Implement in working position: (1) Tensioned crosspiece (4) Swinging chassis (2) Finishing roller (5) 4 foldable implement wings (3) Scraper bar for finishing roller (1) Draw bar hydraulic (4) Wheel chocks (2) Support wheels (5) adjust hydraulically the depth of the disks or mechanically by means of setting spindles (3) 2 disk row...
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Product Description Implement in transport position: (1) Front lightning (2) Rear lightning (3) Protective tarpaulin of the disks for road travel Catros BAG0110.10 10.19...
Product Description Safety and protection equipment • Stop valve to prevent activating an uninten- tional unfolding action from the tractor via the cable winch. • Stop tap on the drawbar cylinder for locking the transport height during transport. Position (0) Close the stop tap Position (1) Open the stop tap...
Product Description Transportation equipment (1) Rear lights, brake lights, turn indicators, red reflectors (2) Warning signs (square) (3) Red reflectors (triangle) (4) 2 red retro reflective stickers and 2 red-orange non-reflective stickers (5) One Slow Moving Vehicle (SMV) Symbol (6) 2 orange nonreflective markings on the rear of the machine located on the far left and right of the machine (1) 2 yellow reflective markings on the front of the machine located on the far left and right of the machine...
• execution of inspection and maintenance work • exclusive use of AMAZONE original spare parts Other uses to those specified above are prohibited and shall be con- sidered as improper. For any damage resulting from improper use: •...
Product Description No person may stand in the implement danger area: • as long as the tractor engine is running with a connected PTO shaft / hydraulic system / electrical • as long as the tractor and implement are not protected against unintentional start-up and running The operator may only move the implement or switch or drive the tools from the transport position to the operational position or vice-...
Product Description Technical data Working width 39,4 ft / 12000 [mm] Transport width 9,8 ft / 3000 [mm] Transport height < 13,1 ft / < 4000 [mm] Total length 22,6 ft / 6900 [mm] Total width 41,4 ft / 12600 [mm] Max.
Product Description Necessary tractor requirements For the implement to be operated as intended, the tractor must fulfill the following requirements: Tractor engine power from 349 hp (260 kW) Electrical system • Battery voltage: 12 V (volts) • Lighting socket: 7-pin Hydraulic system Maximum operating pressure: •...
Structure and Function Structure and Function The following section provides information on the implement structure and the functions of the individual components. Function The compact disk harrow is suitable for: • shallow stubble cultivation directly after harvesting • seed bed preparation in spring for corn or sugar beet •...
Structure and Function Hydraulic system connections • All hydraulic hose lines are equipped with grips. Coloured markings with a code number or code letter have been applied to the gripping sections in order to assign the respective hydraulic function to the pressure line of a tractor control unit! Films are stuck on the implement for the markings that illustrate the respective hydraulic function.
Structure and Function WARNING Danger of infection from high pressure escaping hydraulic flu- ids! When connecting and disconnecting the hydraulic hose lines, ensure that the hydraulic system is depressurized on both the implement and tractor sides. If you are injured by hydraulic fluid, contact a doctor immediately. 5.2.1 Connecting the hydraulic hose lines WARNING...
Structure and Function Dual-circuit service brake system Compliance with the maintenance intervals is essential for the correct function of the dual-circuit service brake system. WARNING If the implement is parked and the airlines are disconnected from the tractor, the compressed air tank is full, the brakes will be activated.
Structure and Function 5.3.1 Control elements of the dual-circuit pneumatic braking system DANGER Never release the parking brake of the uncoupled machine on sloping ground. After the supply line (red) is detached, the implement is braked auto- matically. If it is necessary to manoeuvre the implement while it is uncoupled from the tractor (on a level surface only), e.g.
Structure and Function 5.3.2 Connecting brakes and supply lines WARNING Risk of contusions, cuts, dragging, catching or being knocked down through a malfunctioning brake system. • When connecting brake and supply lines, ensure that: ο connecting head seals are clean ο...
Structure and Function 5.3.3 Disconnecting brakes and supply lines WARNING Risk of contusions, cuts, dragging, catching or being knocked down from rolling implement with released operating brake! Always disconnect the hose connectors of the supply line (red) first followed by the hose connector of the brake line (yellow). The operating brake of the implement only moves into the brake posi- tion when the red hose connector has been disconnected.
Structure and Function Hydraulic service brake system To control the hydraulic service brake system, the tractor requires hydraulic braking equipment. 5.4.1 Connecting the hydraulic service brake system Only connect clean hydraulic connectors. 1. Remove the protective caps. 2. If necessary, clean the hydraulic connector and hydraulic socket.
Structure and Function 5.4.3 Emergency brake In the event that the implement disconnects from the tractor during travel, the emergency brake will stop the implement. (1) Pull / release cord (2) Brake valve with pressure accumulator (3) Hand pump to relieve the brake (A) Brake released (B) Brake applied DANGER...
Structure and Function Parking brake When the parking brake is on, it secures the uncoupled machine against unintentional rolling. The parking brake is operated by turning the crank, which in turn operates the spindle and bowden cable. (A) Apply the tractor parking brake. (B) Release parking brake.
Structure and Function Two-row disk harrow The disk harrow with serrated or round disks and 20 in [510 mm] diameter. The concave disks are arranged offset to the direction of travel with an angle of 17° at the front and 14° at the rear. The mounting of the concave disks consists of a two-row angular-contact ball bearing with slide seal and oil filling and is maintenance-free.
Structure and Function Rollers The roller assumes the depth control of the tools. • Wedge ring roller KW580 with adjustable scraper. → Very well suited for medium soils • Wedge ring roller KWM 650 with Matrix profile and adjustable scraper. →...
Structure and Function Running gear The running gear is hydraulically swivelled into transport and working position using a shuttle switch. The position of the implement is important for proper swivelling: • The implement must be standing sloped towards the rear for the folding procedure to be completed to the end position.
Structure and Function 5.10 Drawbar The drawbar must be raised and lowered hydraulically using the trac- tor control unit green The following functions are implemented by this measure: • Lower the implement at the front into working position/lift imple- ment into headlands position •...
Structure and Function 5.10.1 Stop taps on the drawbar 2 stop taps for drawbar cylinder Stop tap for disc array Position 0 Position 0 → Road transport → Fixing the drawbar after uncoupling Position 1 Position 1 →Working position ( in float position) →...
Structure and Function 5.11 Folding boom with compressive loading The folding booms are hydraulically loaded dur- ing operation via the hydropneumatic pressure reservoir. Before operation, the pressure reservoir must be pressurized using the blue tractor control unit. After unfolding, actuate the tractor control unit until the pressure gauge displays a com- pressive loading of 100 bar.
Structure and Function 5.13 Parking jack • With machine uncoupled: Both stands are mounted on the boom of the folded implement. • During operation or transport: Both stands are mounted in parking position left and right on the frame. When removing the stands, pull out the locking pin from each mount.
Structure and Function 5.15 Protective tarpaulins The implement has two protective tarpaulins, which cover the discs up to a height of 2 m dur- ing transport. • For road transport, fasten the protective tarpaulins on the discs with the tensioning belts.
Structure and Function 5.17 Central lubrication (optional) Only for Catros Pro The implement is lubricated electrically with a central pump. (1) Tank (2) Connection for filling with cartridge/return line (3) Rotary knob for time interval with sealing (4) Grease nipple for filling the tank (1) Rotary knob, blue (pause time: standard 1 hours) (2) Rotary knob, red...
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Structure and Function Lubrication recommendation • When applying slurry: Initial use: Pause time 2 hours Later: Pause time 2-4 hours • No slurry: Lubricate once a day Connection (1) black (+) (2) brown (-) The direction of rotation of the pump must match with the arrow on the hopper.
Commissioning Commissioning This section contains information about: • operating your implement for the first time and • how to connect the implement to the tractor. • Before operating the implement for the first time the operator must have read and understood the operator’s manual. •...
Commissioning Checking the suitability of the tractor WARNING Danger of machinery breaking during operation; insufficient stability and insufficient tractor steering and braking power is possible when tractor is improperly used! • Check the suitability of your tractor before you attach or connect the implement.
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Commissioning 6.1.1.1 Data required for calculation lb [kg] Base (empty) tractor weight See tractor operator’s manual or vehicle lb [kg] Front axle load of the base tractor documentation lb [kg] Rear axle load of the base tractor lb [kg] Front weight (if available) See front weight in technical data, or weigh lb [kg] Maximum drawbar load See technical data of implement...
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Commissioning 6.1.1.2 Calculation of the required minimum ballasting at the front G of the tractor for V min assurance of the steering capability • − • • • Enter the numeric value for the calculated minimum ballast G V min required on the front side of the tractor in the table (Section 6.1.1.7).
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Commissioning 6.1.1.7 Table Actual value according to Approved value ac- Double approved calculation cording to tractor load capacity (two operator’s manual tires) Minimum ballast front / rear [kg] ≤ Total weight [kg] [kg] ≤ ≤ Front axle load [kg] [kg] [kg] ≤...
Commissioning 6.1.2 Requirements for tractor operation with attached implements WARNING Risk of damage during operation of components through unapproved combinations of equipment! Ensure that the: • connection fittings on the tractor possess sufficient support capability for the actual drawbar load present. •...
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6.1.2.1 Combination options of coupling devices The table shows the permitted combination options of coupling devic- es for the tractor and implement. Coupling device Tractor AMAZONE implement Upper hitch Socket Pin coupling, form A, B, C Drawbar eye (ISO 5692-2) 1,57 in / 40 mm Ø...
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Commissioning 6.1.2.2 Compare the permissible D value with actual D value WARNING Danger from breaking the coupling devices between the tractor and the implement when the tractor is not used for its intended purpose! 1. Calculate the actual D value of your combination, comprising tractor and implement.
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Commissioning Calculate the actual D value for the combination to be coupled The actual D value of a combination to be coupled is calculated as follows: T x C = g x T + C Fig. 1 permissible total weight of your tractor in [t] (See tractor operat- ing manual or vehicle documentation) axle load of the implement [t] loaded with the permissible mass without drawbar load (working load).
Commissioning Securing the tractor / implement against unintentional start-up and roll- WARNING Risk of crushing, cutting, catching, being drawn in and/or knocked down when intervening in the implement through unin- tentional: • lowering of the implement when it is lifted with the tractor's three-point hydraulic system and unsecured, •...
Connecting and disconnecting the implement Connecting and disconnecting the implement WARNING Risk of crushing through unintentional starting and rolling of the tractor and implement when connecting or disconnecting the implement! Secure the tractor and implement against unintentional start-up and rolling away before entering the danger area between the tractor and implement to connect or disconnect the implement.
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Connecting and disconnecting the implement WARNING Risk of crushing, drawing in, catching or contusions if the ma- chine unexpectedly comes away from the tractor! • Use the intended equipment to connect the tractor and the ma- chine in the proper way. •...
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Connecting and disconnecting the implement Stop taps on the drawbar: Position 1 – open, Position 0 – closed Stop tap for disc array Stop tap on the drawbar cylinder Always keep closed when coupling. Only park the implement on the run- ning gear wheels and the jacks.
Connecting and disconnecting the implement Coupling the lower link hitch Coupling on the lower link hitch 1. Attach ball sleeves onto the lower link pins of the implement and secure them with linch pins. 2. Direct people out of the danger area between the tractor and implement before you approach the implement with the tractor.
Connecting and disconnecting the implement Uncoupling the lower link hitch 1. Secure the tractor against unintentional rolling. For this purpose, see page 68. 2. Remove both jacks and mount them on the parking position. 3. Park the implement on the jacks using the tractor lower link. 4.
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Connecting and disconnecting the implement Uncoupling the towing eye/ball bracket 1. Check that the disc array stop tap is closed. 2. Open both stop taps on the drawbar hydraulic cylinder. 3. Activate tractor control unit green. → Lift drawbar. 4. Secure the tractor against unintentional rolling. For this purpose, see page 68.
Adjustments Adjustments WARNING Risk of crushing, cutting, catching, being drawn in and/or being knocked down through unintentional: • falling of the lifted implement using the tractor's three-point hydraulic system. • falling of lifted, unsecured implement parts. • starting-up and rolling of the tractor-implement combina- tion.
Adjustments 8.1.1 Mechanical working depth adjustment The working depth is adjusted in headlands posi- tion! 1. Move the implement into headlands posi- tion. 2. Secure the implement against unintentional- ly rolling away. 3. Set the same working depth for all of the disc segments 3.1 Remove the locking pin (1) with the linch pin.
Transportation Transportation WARNING Observe the maximum permissible speed. The permissible speed depends on the actual axle load of the implement - see Technical Data, page 37. • While transporting, follow the instructions given in the section "Safety instructions for the owner or field operations manager", page 26.
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Transportation WARNING Risk of damage during operation, insufficient stability and insuf- ficient tractor steering and braking power when tractor is im- properly used! These risks may pose serious injuries or death. Observe the permissible axle and drawbar loads of the tractor. WARNING Risk of falling from the implement if riding against regulations! It is prohibited to ride on the implement and/or climb on the imple-...
Transportation Conversion from operational to transport position WARNING Instruct people to leave the danger area of implement's wings before you fold or unfold the implement's wing! • Observe maximum transport height of 4 m! • Switch off the vibration compensation before converting to transport position.
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Transportation 6. Actuate tractor control unit yellow and green. → Lower the implement until ο the implement is aligned horizontally. ο the implement height is less than 4 m. ο there is sufficient ground clearance 7. Close stop taps for drawbar cylinder. 8.
Use of the Implement Use of the Implement When using the implement, observe the information in the sections • "Warning labels and other labels on the implement", page 17 • "Safety instructions for operators", page 23 Observing this information is important for your safety. WARNING Risk of damage during operation, insufficient stability and insuf- ficient tractor steering and braking power when tractor is im-...
Use of the Implement 10.1 Conversion from transport to operational position WARNING Instruct people to leave the danger area of implement's wings before you fold or unfold the implement wings. The execution of some hydraulic functions can take a little longer. Make sure that the hydraulic cylinders are able to move in and out to the limit of their stop positions.
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Use of the Implement 5. Actuate tractor control unit red. → Release the locking of the sections. and simultaneously Actuate blue tractor control unit. → Unfold the implement. The implement must be aligned horizontally for the folding procedure to be completed to the end position.
Use of the Implement 10.2 On the field WARNING Frame damage due to faulty switching of the tractor control units. During work, the following tractor control units must operated in float position: • Green 1 / 2 tractor control unit. •...
Use of the Implement 10.3 Working with reduced working width (7 m) When working with reduce working width, the outer booms remain folded. Only the discs of the inner boom are working. When converting from transport to working position, it must be noted that: •...
Faults Faults No proper folding of the implement Automatically switching valves ensure the proper sequence when folding and unfolding. Extreme soil deposits on the implement can interfere with the switch- ing of the valves and can cause damage. Before folding the implement, remove any soil deposits. •...
Cleaning, maintenance and repairs Cleaning, maintenance and repairs WARNING Risk of crushing, cutting, catching, being drawn in and/or knocked down through unintentional: • falling of the lifted implement using the tractor's three-point hydraulic system • falling of lifted, unsecured implement parts •...
Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.1 Cleaning • Pay close attention to brake, air and hydraulic hose lines. • Never treat brake, air and hydraulic hose lines with gasoline, benzene, petroleum or mineral oils. • After cleaning, grease the implement, in particular after cleaning with a high pressure cleaner / stream jet or fat-soluble agents.
Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.2 Lubrication specifications Lubrication points on the implement are indicated with this orange decal. Carefully clean the lubrication nipple and grease gun before lubrication so that no dirt is pressed into the bearings. Press the dirty grease out of the bearings completely and replace it with new grease.
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Cleaning, maintenance and repairs Catros BAG0110.10 10.19...
Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.3 Service plan – overview • Carry out maintenance work when the first interval is reached. • The times, continuous services or maintenance intervals of any third party documentation shall have priority. After first operation Component Servicing work Workshop work page...
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Cleaning, maintenance and repairs • Axle Check the axle bolts Every 6 months / 500 operating hours Component Servicing work Workshop work page • Axle (running gear / support Retighten the bolts on the hub cap wheel) • Check / adjust the play on the hub bearing Every year / 1000 operating hours Component...
Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.4 Axle (running gear / support wheel) and brake For optimum brake performance with a minimum of wear, we recom- mend that the brakes on the tractor are balanced with those on the implement. After the service braking system has been run in for a suitable period, arrange for the brakes to be balanced by a specialist workshop.
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Cleaning, maintenance and repairs Checking the brake drum for dirt 1. Unscrew the two cover plates (1) on the inside of the brake drum. 2. Remove any dirt and plant debris which may have entered the drum. 3. Refit the cover plates. CAUTION Dirt entering the drums may be deposited on the brake pads (2) and...
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Cleaning, maintenance and repairs Brake pad check To check the brake pad thickness, open the in- spection hole (1) by opening the rubber tab. Changing the brake pads → Workshop work Criterion for changing the brake pads: • Minimum pad thickness of 5 mm was reached.
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Cleaning, maintenance and repairs Draining the air reservoir 1. Run the tractor engine (approx. 3 mins.) until the compressed air tank has filled. 2. Switch off the tractor engine, apply the handbrake and remove the key from the ig- nition. 3.
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Cleaning, maintenance and repairs Cleaning the line filter Perform work in an unpressurized state. Secure the implement against rolling away. 1. Remove the bolt locking compound by hammering and remove the bolts (1). 2. Unscrew the bolts (2) by a few turns. 3.
Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.4.1 Inspection instructions for the dual-circuit service brake system Leak tightness check 1. Check all connections, pipe lines, hose lines and bolts for tight- ness. 2. Repair any leaks. 3. Repair all areas where rubbing on pipes and/or hoses occurs. 4.
Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.4.2 Hydraulic brakes Check of the hydraulic brake • Check all brake hoses for wear • check all screw unions for seal tightness • renew any worn or damaged parts. Venting the brake system (workshop work) After each brake repair, for which the system has been opened, bleed the brake system, because air may have entered the pressure hoses.
Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.5 Check the coupling device DANGER! • Replace a damaged drawbar with a new one immediately - for road traffic safety reasons. • Repairs may only be carried out by the manufacturer facto- • For safety reasons, it is forbidden to weld on and drill holes in the drawbar.
Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.6.2 Fitting tyres (workshop work) • Remove any outbreaks of corrosion from the wheel rim seating surfaces before fitting a new / another tyre. Corrosion can cause damage to the wheel rims when the vehicle is in operation. •...
• Replace the hydraulic hose line if it is damaged or worn. Only use AMAZONE original hydraulic hose lines. • The hydraulic hose lines should not be used for longer than six years, including any storage time of maximum two years. Even...
Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 12.10.1 Hydraulic hose lines labeling The valve chest identification provides the following information: (1) Manufacturer's marking on the hydraulic hose line (A1HF) (2) Date of manufacture of hydraulic hose line (04 / 02 = year / month = February 2004) (3) Maximum approved operating pressure (210 BAR).
12.10.4 Installation and removal of hydraulic hose lines When installing and removing hydraulic hose lines, always observe the following information: • Only use AMAZONE original hydraulic hose lines. • Ensure cleanliness. • You must always install the hydraulic lines so that, in all states of operation: ο...
Brief instructions Brief instructions Coupling 1. Couple the supply lines with the tractor. 2. Check that the stop tap for the disc array is closed. 3. Open both stop taps on the drawbar hydraulic cylinder. 4. Activate tractor control unit green. 4.1 Lower the drawbar and attach the coupling device with the tractor.
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Brief instructions Changing from working to transport position 1. Switch off the vibration compensation if necessary. 2. Actuate green tractor control unit. → Move the implement into headland setting. 3. Close stop tap for disc array. 4. Actuate yellow tractor control unit. →...
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Brief instructions Driving on the headlands 1. Actuate green tractor control unit. → Lift the tools and the drawbar. After the headlands: 2. Actuate green tractor control unit. → Lower the tools and the drawbar. 3. Move the green tractor control unit to the float position. Catros BAG0110.10 10.19...
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