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Dear customer, FALCON SW disc sowing machines are high-quality products by Farmet a.s. Česká Skalice. You can start to fully use the qualities of your machine after you have thoroughly studied the operating manual. The serial number of the machine is imprinted on the production label and recorded in the operating manual.
Manual FALCON SW CONTENT CRITICAL PARAMETERS OF THE MACHINE ......................5 Technical parameters ............................5 Safety warning ..............................6 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE ......................... 6 Protective equipment ............................7 TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE........................7 MANIPULATING THE MACHINE BY LIFTING EQUIPMENT ................7 TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE ON GROUND COMMUNICATIONS ..............
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Manual FALCON SW 14.2. The pressure in the tyres ........................65 14.3. Manipulation with lubricans: ....................... 66 14.4. The pressure in the tyres ........................66 15. STORING THE MACHINE ..........................66 16. PROTECTION OF ENVIRONMENT ........................66 17. DISPOSAL OF THE MACHINE AFTER THE END OF ITS USABLE LIFE ............... 66 18.
For transporting load on the construction of the machine, Aggregation of the machine with other tractive equipment than stated in Chapter “3.1/p.13”. TECHNICAL PARAMETERS Tab. 1 – Technical parameters of the machine PARAMETERS FALCON SW 6 FALCON SW 8 FALCON SW 9 Working width (mm) 6000 8000...
Manual FALCON SW SAFETY WARNING This warning symbol warns against an imminent dangerous situation that could lead to death or serious injury. This warning symbol warns against a dangerous situation that could lead to death or serious injury. This warning symbol warns against a situation that could lead to a small or minor injury.
Manual FALCON SW (22) Any changes or adjustments of the machine may only be performed with a written consent of the producer. The producer is not responsible for any potential damages occurred as a result of non- compliance with this instruction. The machine must always be equipped with the prescribed accessories, equipment and gear including the safety labels.
Manual FALCON SW The operator must drive with increased caution and consideration for other participants of the traffic. The operator must secure the arms of the rear TPS of the tractor in the transport position when operating on ground communications. At the same time, the arms of the rear TPS of the tractor must be secured against swinging sideways.
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Manual FALCON SW Do not approach the rotary parts of the P 53 H machine unless they are standing still, i.e. they are not rotating. P 4 H Stay beyond reach of the lifted machine. P 50 H When folding and unfolding the side frames and service bridge, stay beyond their reach.
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Manual FALCON SW Picture 1 P 50 H P 52 H P 53 H P 100 H P 1 H P 2 H P 6 H P 39 H P 4 H P 50 H P 37 H P 53 H...
Manual FALCON SW 1. DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE FALCON SW disc sowing machine is designed as semi-carried and folding. It is connected to the tractor using a drawbar with pins of Cat III in the bottom arms of the tractor three-point suspension (TPS). In the front, there is a preparatory section for soil processing and levelling larger unevenness followed by a pneumatic-tyred ramming roller that levels and compacts soil in front of the sowing bodies.
Manual FALCON SW 2. ASSEMBLY OF THE MACHINE AT THE CUSTOMER’S SITE The owner must execute the assembly according to the producer’s instructions, if possible in cooperation with a professional service technician determined by the producer. The owner must execute a functional test of all assembled parts after the completion of the assembly of the machine.
Manual FALCON SW 3.1. AGGREGATION TO THE TRACTOR Stroj může být připojen pouze k traktoru, jehož pohotovostní hmotnost je shodná nebo vyšší než celková The machine may only be connected to a tractor whose standby weight equals or is higher than the total weight of the attached machine.
Manual FALCON SW 3.2. CONNECTING THE HYDRAULICS Connect the hydraulics only if the hydraulic circuits of the machine and the tractor (aggregate) are without any pressure. The hydraulic system is under great pressure. Check regularly for leakages and immediately eliminate any visible damage to all distribution, tubes and screw joints.
Manual FALCON SW Fuse 50 A, 15 A Pojis 50 A, 15 A ATTENTION! Check correct polarity of the cable! Picture. 4 - Connection socket on the tractor 3.4. MANIPULATING THE MACHINE FROM A TRUCK If the machine is transported to the customer in a complete state, it is pulled from the semi-trailer with the use...
Manual FALCON SW 3.5. CONNECTING THE HYDRAULIC MOTOR OF THE FAN 3.5.1 Description of the function The hydraulic fan is powered directly from the tractor´s hydraulic system. For proper operation, the hydraulic pump of the tractor must supply sufficient amount of oil so that the fan revolutions are not affected by decreased number of revolutions of the tractor engine or by another hydraulic circle being switched on.
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Manual FALCON SW Maximum allowed pressure value in the outlet hose is 5 bar, higher pressure pushes the shaft seal out, which causes damage to the hydraulic motor fan Pressure hose Connect the pressure hose to the circuit giving priority to the oil supply Picture.
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Manual FALCON SW 2. Connecting the pressure hose ⌀ Connect the pressure hose (outer 22 mm) with the small quick coupling to the tractor distributor. Connect this hose to the circuit giving priority to the oil supply. Picture 8 – Pressure hose connection 3.5.3 Commissioning...
5. Free drain to the tractor tank 3. Outlet hose Tractor distributor Warning! Farmet a.s. is not liable for any damage of the hydraulic drive or the tractor caused by improper connection of the hydraulic drive. 4. ELECTRONIC SYSTEM OF THE MACHINE General Instructions for Use:...
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Manual FALCON SW Turning the Sowing and Off Turning the sowing on and off is controlled by two sensors. The system is designed so that the sowing turns on at the beginning of recessing. Before the seeds go through the whole system of the pneumatic distribution, the machine has already recessed and the delay in the launch of sowing at the beginning of the patch is thus minimized.
Manual FALCON SW 4.1. DESCRIPTION OF MACHINE CONTROL BY MÜLLER ELECTRONICS Falcon sowing machines are equipped with the Müller electronic system. The following chapters briefly and clearly describe the basic control and description of the electronic system. 4.2. DESCRIPTION OF THE BASIC DISPLAY The basic display of the terminal is shown in the picture below the text.
Manual FALCON SW 4.3. CONTROLLING HYDRAULICS Procedure for unfolding and folding the machine Press the key for controlling hydraulics (A) Then press the key for unfolding/folding (B) and unfold the machine Confirm the task after the machine has unfolded (C) Picture 13 –...
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Manual FALCON SW Description of markers control: an activated marker is always displayed for a moment as shown in the picture below. After a few seconds, it goes out but its symbol stays on the display (a small symbol at the bottom of the display).
Manual FALCON SW 4.4. RAIL LINES SETTING SYSTEM The Müller electronic system allows various rail lines setting. For basic rail lines setting, you need to know where and how many rail flaps are installed and used on the machine. Graphic illustration follows.
Manual FALCON SW 4.4.1 Setting rail lines rhythm This specific setting of the rail lines is accessed via the first screen where we press the button of the relevant rail lines icon. Then press the button for rail lines setting (a symbol of rail lines with lower-case letter “n”...
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Manual FALCON SW Version A) Rail lines are formed during one pass of the seed drill Possible flap Resulting Calculation result Line No. Left flaps Right flaps positions rhythm Example: The structural width of the sprayer is 30 m, the structural width of the machine is 6 m.
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Manual FALCON SW Example: The structural width of the sprayer is 12 m, the structural width of the machine is 3 m. Procedure: 12:3=4 → Resulting rhythm – yellow line in the chart (rhythm 4S) The picture shows that the rail lines are formed during the second pass. First, a “zero” pass has to be executed during which the rail lines system must be deactivated.
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Manual FALCON SW Example: The structural width of the sprayer is 24 m, the structural width of the machine is 6 m. Procedure: 24:6=4 → Resulting rhythm – yellow line in the chart The picture shows that the rail lines are formed during the second pass ...
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Manual FALCON SW Example: The structural width of the sprayer is 12 m, the structural width of the machine is 3 m. Procedure: 12:3=4 → Resulting rhythm – yellow line in the chart The picture shows that rail lines are formed during the second and third pass of the seed drill ...
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Manual FALCON SW Width of the seed drill 3 m Width of the seed drill 6 m Width of the seed drill 4 m Width of the sprayer 15 m Width of the sprayer 42 Width of the sprayer 36...
Manual FALCON SW 4.4.2 Setting Rail Lines Picture 18 – Setting Rail Lines Adding passes Setting rail lines Deducting passes Blocking rail line passes Picture 19 - Setting the rhythm of rail lines in the display unit This is where you enter...
Manual FALCON SW 4.5. REFERENCE DATE Picture 20 – Reference Data Total value Service hours Area sown Deleting values Total time Total distance Total area Area output Area output Area quantity Order creation Number of 4.5.1. Creating an order task - Useful for field descriptions and customer service.
Manual FALCON SW 4.5.2. Level of seeds in the hopper There is a level sensor in the hopper that shows the remaining amount of seeds. The sensor can be adjusted by height according to the type of seeds or as required by the operator. When the amount drops below the level, the sensor illuminates a red symbol on the display (top right corner).
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Manual FALCON SW Control value of sensors – at 10km/h ZJ value Type of seeds Seed quantity per time System off (no report) RAPE, MUSTARD 1 seed/16s RAPE, MUSTARD 1 seed/8s RAPE, MUSTARD 1 seed/2s WHEAT, RYE, BARLEY 1 seed/s...
Manual FALCON SW 4.6.1 Seeding sensor diagnostics This screen is used for checking the passability of the individual sowing hoses. When there are red crosses in all rows, seeds do not pass through the sensor. The passage of seeds is signalled by green ticks, i.e.
Manual FALCON SW 4.6.3 Designation of motors and dosers Example for Falcon SW Dosing unit 2 Sensors 25-48 Dosing unit 1 Sensors 1-24 Left dosing unit in the driving direction 1 Right dosing unit in the driving direction 2 5. UNFOLDING AND FOLDING MACHINE...
Manual FALCON SW 5.1. UNFOLDING THE MACHINE 1. Prior to unfolding, it is necessary to unblock the mechanical protection of the side frames on the front preparatory section. The protection is provided by pins in the front joints of the folding mechanism. There is one pin on each side.
Manual FALCON SW 5.2. FOLDING THE MACHINE When folding the machine, progress in a reversed way: 1. Lift the machine fully and close the valve of the front preparatory section (see Picture 30). 2. Turn on the folding/unfolding function on the display unit, see Picture 27.
Manual FALCON SW 6. LOWERING AND LIFTING 6.1. LOWERING THE MACHINE 1. Open the tap of the ball valve of the piston-rods for lifting the front preparatory section. Picture 30 - Ball valve, front section, position OFF Picture 31- Ball valve, front section, position ON 7.
Manual FALCON SW 8. SETTING OF THE SOWING BATCH The first step is to set the turnstile according to the calibration table. SOWING TABLES AND TURNSTILE SETTING Tab. 7 - Calibration table for fertilization CALIBRATION TABLE FOR FERTILIZATION (APPROXIMATE VALUES) FOR THE FALCON SOWING MACHINES...
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Manual FALCON SW Fine Seeds Tab. 8 – Sowing table for fine seeds CALIBRATION TABLE FOR FINE SEEDS kg/ha SEEDS RAPE ROTKLLE GRASS PHACELIA POPPY 0,65 0,36 0,22 Vol. mass [kg/dm FEEDER SETTING 0,5 – 1,5 1,5 - 2 1,5 - 2...
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Manual FALCON SW The second step is to set the sowing dose in the electronic system: In the case of two sowing devices, we must enter a full batch into the imaging unit on both sowing devices. Example: The required dose is 100 kg / ha - the required dose for the product and 100 kg / ha for dosers 1 and ! All shown in blue is selected by the rotary cursor on the side of the terminal ! Picture 34 –...
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Manual FALCON SW Procedure – place a bag that have been weighed below the sowing mechanism. Blind the opening which will prevent the seeds from falling into the pipeline. Then press the key to start filling the bag with seeds.
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Manual FALCON SW Correcting the sowing batch – the sowing batch can be changed during sowing as shown in Picture 38. The sowing batch is adjusted by 10 %. Picture 38 – Correcting the sowing batch Increase the Reset the sowing...
Manual FALCON SW 8.1. SCREW DISPESER FOR SIDE-DRESSING 1) Black hydraulic circuit. 2) The hose marked with strips is always a pressure hose. 3) The screw dispenser does not have an adjustable turnstile - doses are regulated by the screw rotation.
Manual FALCON SW 8.2. SETTING THE FINE SEEDS SOWING The minimum setting of the turnstile for fine seeds is 5 mm. Lower setting may cause inaccuracies in seed feeding. Poppy seeds are an exception as due to the very small size of the seeds and the seed rate the turnstile can be opened to 4 mm.
Manual FALCON SW 10. ADJUSTMENT OF THE WORKING PARTS OF THE MACHINE Picture 40 - Diagram of the working parts Three-point suspension Drawbar with a suspension rod Rear leveller Travelling Front section wheels Track cultivators Drill coulters Tracing wheel Markers 10.1.
Manual FALCON SW 10.2. ADJUSTING THE MACHINE BY TPS ARMS OF THE TRACTOR Set the machine so that it is on the same level as the ground with the use of TPS arms of the tractor. This will ensure the same depth of soil processing in the front and rear of the machine.
Manual FALCON SW 10.4. SETTING THE SOWING DEPTH The sowing depth is set using a pin adjusted in the holes of the adjusting slotted piece. Each opening corresponds with a particular sowing depth. This only applies when the machine is on flat ground Slotted piece of the setting depth Picture 42 –...
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Manual FALCON SW When the depth of the machine is set, we have to set the clips on the tracing wheels. For example, when you want a depth of 1cm, set all the clips on the tracing wheel, when you want a depth of 8cm, only one clip (silver) is included on the tracing wheel.
Manual FALCON SW 10.5. SETTING THE DOWN-PRESSURE OF THE SOWING BODIES The required down-pressure of the sowing bodies is set using the hydraulic pressure in the tractor. The circuit is equipped with a ball valve (marked green) in case of a loss of pressure due to the leakage of the hydraulics in the tractor.
Manual FALCON SW 10.6. SETTING THE LEVELLER BEHIND THE SEED BOOTS The depth and angle are both set in one step. By changing the angle you will achieve lower catchment of plant residues. At the same time, the depth of processing and the down-pressure will decrease.
Manual FALCON SW 10.8. SETTING THE MACHINE TRACK CULTIVATORS The machine track cultivators are set individually according to the soil conditions in which the machine is currently working. Picture 48 – Setting the machine track cultivators 10.9. 54 │ 80...
The distance of the marker disk coverage is always from the centre of the outermost disc body. Always test in practice on the field. Picture 49 - Setting of the markers FALCON SW 9 = 4500 mm 55 │ 80...
Manual FALCON SW 11. SUMMARY OF TASKS BEFORE THE COMMENCEMENT OF WORK Pull the Falcon with the pulling device Connect the return hydraulic hose Connect the other hydraulic hoses Connect the lights Connect the machine electronics. Lift the machine's leg...
Manual FALCON SW 12. ERRORS The fan speed is too low Cause: Poorly aligned number, low flow hydraulic motor oils Metering drive is stationary Cause: Poorly adjust number, jammed dispenser Metering drive regulation range exceeded Cause: Excessive speed kit / too slowly...
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Manual FALCON SW Hopper is empty Cause: It is necessary to replenish the seed/fertilizer Input is too high Cause: Entered value is too high SEED SENSORS 00 00 = no error (sensor number) 00 01 = Disconnected cable (number sensor is the last known good...
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Manual FALCON SW Type of Fault Cause cause Removal Incorrectly adjusted fan Electronic Sensor settings according to the instructions sensor Faulty fan sensor Electronic Check sensor function, replace The fan speed Incorrect or Checking the flow rate of the tractor...
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Manual FALCON SW If the main air line is clogged from the Clogged air Mechanical dispenser to the distributor, the seed can system not pass and flies out of the dispenser. From the When the airflow is set too high, the mixer...
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Manual FALCON SW Disconnected or Check the correct connection of the The machine faulty quick Hydraulic hydraulic hose couplings to the front section does not couplings at the connection. unfolding as front section it is, the footpath goes into a...
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Manual FALCON SW Check the sowing batch and set the sowing Bad dosages Electronic method, or set it all again according to the required instructions. Incorporated half Disagree Check the sowing gears and the correct gears on the Mechanical about 50% setting of the dispenser.
Manual FALCON SW 13. COMPLETION OF SOWING If there are seeds in container 1 after the sowing has been finished, place a vessel under the discharge chute of the container 2 (see Picture 50) and release the lid 3. Use the turnstile door 4 for seeds that cannot be emptied using the discharge chute.
Manual FALCON SW 14. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS OF THE MACHINE Observe the safety instructions for maintenance and treatment. Only persons according to Chapter A.3/p. 6 may perform repairs of the machine. When leaving the tractor cabin, the operator must switch off all hydraulic circuits and appliances on the machine (ventilator) and the engine and the operator must prevent unauthorized access to the tractor.
Manual FALCON SW 14.1. REPLACEMENT OF WORN DISCS When replacing discs, always observe safety regulations and directives. The machine must be aggregated with the tractor according to Chapter “3.1/P.13” for the replacement of the discs. The tractor engine must be switched off and the operator or the mechanic must prevent unauthorized access to the tractor.
Manual FALCON SW 14.3. MANIPULATION WITH LUBRICANS: Handle lubricants and oils as hazardous waste according to the valid acts and regulations. Protect yourself from direct contact with oils by using gloves or protective lotion. Wash oil stains on skin thoroughly with warm water and soap. Do not clean the skin with petrol, diesel oil or other dissolving agents.
18.2.5. The guarantee is related to the machine and does not cease to exist when the owner changes. 18.2.6. The guarantee is limited to disassembly and assembly, or replacement or repair of the faulty part. The contractual service of the company Farmet a.s. decides whether the faulty part will be replaced or repaired.
Manual FALCON SW 19. SPECIAL SPECIES OF SOWING 19.1. SETTING THE STRIP This version means that we are sowing at a 250/300 pitch and this is achieved by disabling one single dosing engine (single sowing) - The first step is to set the turnstile according to the calibration table.
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Manual FALCON SW Fine Seeds Tab. 8 – Sowing table for fine seeds CALIBRATION TABLE FOR FINE SEEDS kg/ha SEEDS RAPE ROTKLLE GRASS PHACELIA POPPY 0,65 0,36 0,22 Vol. mass [kg/dm FEEDER SETTING 0,5 – 1,5 1,5 - 2 1,5 - 2...
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Manual FALCON SW Picture 53 – Setting the feeder Handle for setting the turnstile Turnstile scale Obr.53 –Nastavení turniketu dávkovače - The second step is to set the sowing dose in the electronic system: In this case, we need to set the total required dose per product of 0kg / ha. We set the dispenser to be used at twice the desired dose.
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Manual FALCON SW The third step is the calibration test: Fill up the feeder Picture 55 – Calibration test turnstile Doser 1 Set what speed you will move during sowing Use this key to start the calibration test Set double the...
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Manual FALCON SW The fourth step is to weigh the seed bag and enter the net seed weight into the imaging unit. Picture 57 – Entering the weighed portion Enter the weighed portion here (using the If the range of speed...
Manual FALCON SW 19.2. SOWING TWO DIFFERENT SEED OF SEEDS This version means that we sow the entire machine width of two crops at the same time the harvesting organ (even / odd). - The first step is to set the turnstile according to the calibration table.
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Manual FALCON SW Thirt step is calibration test Picture 60 – Calibration test Doser 1 Set what speed you will move during sowing Fill up the feeder turnstile Set double the Use this key to start desired dose the calibration test...
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Manual FALCON SW - The fifth step is to set the second dispenser Set up the second doserr Picture 63 – Doser 2 Set what speed Fill up the feeder you will move turnstile during sowing Use this key to start...
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Manual FALCON SW ADDENDUM: Joined control of hydraulic circuits when there is insufficient number of circuits on the tractor. 1. Lifting of the front section is connected to lifting of the sowing section and it is controlled jointly. 2. The circuits of the control of front leveller and pressure of the drill coulters are connected using a ball valve.
Fan sealing m13039 Pressure sensor m10190 Antenna sensor m09740 Radar m13835 Seed rate sensor m14040 Track line flap m08729 Issued by: Technical Department, Farmet a.s., Jiřinková 276, Česká Skalice 552 03, on 01/05/2017, Changes are reserved 77 │ 80...
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Manual FALCON SW Report on the Delivery of the Machine and Putting into Operation Type of machine: Serial number of the machine: Date of delivery and putting into operation: The following workers were familiarised with the machine, complete instructions for use...
The guarantee is related to the machine and does not cease to exist when the owner changes. The guarantee is limited to disassembly and assembly, or replacement or repair of the faulty part. The contractual service of the company Farmet a.s. decides whether the faulty part will be replaced or repaired. VII.
Сельскохозяйственная машина: - наименование Дисковая сеялка Urządzenie maszynowe: - nazwa Siewnik talerzowy - typ, type FALCON - model, modèle FALCON SW výrobní číslo : serial number Fabriknummer n° de production заводской номер numer produkcyjny: Příslušná nařízení vlády: č.176/2008 Sb. (směrnice 2006/42/ES).
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