CONNECTIONS BETWEEN MIXER AND TRACTOR ........... - 46 - USE OF THE MIXER ...................... - 48 - START UP ........................ - 49 - LOADING THE MIXER ....................- 53 - Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 1 -...
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HYDRAULIC INSTALLATION ..................- 80 - ELECTRICAL INSTALLATION ..................- 82 - LONG TERM STOP OF THE MIXER ................- 85 - OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT ....................- 88 - Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 2 -...
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The mixers manufactured by TATOMA are designed to facilitate your daily work, save you time and improve the performance, benefits and profitability of your operation. With a TATOMA mixer, you can rationalize the feeding of your livestock, improving the efficiency of your work.
VN & V SERIES PREVIOUS INSTRUCTIONS Congratulations on the purchase of your new TATOMA Vertical Towed Mixer. With the correct use and preventive maintenance, your mixer will last for years. When you see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of personal injury, and carefully read the message next to it.
SERIAL NUMBER PLATE Below is an image of the serial number plate. The plate is located on the front right side of the mixer, on the frame. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 5 -...
4. Check that the mixer is delivered with all the accessories and optional elements you requested. Once the mixer has been delivered and before it is used, qualified TATOMA personnel will instruct the owner/operator about the handling, maintenance, and safety regulations to be taken into account for its correct use.
8. Warranty claims must be made by written (email), through the dealer or directly to TATOMA. 9. TATOMA reserves the right to verify possible claims and assess whether they are covered by the warranty or not. 10. Any faults and/or damage produced in the machinery in the following cases will result in the immediate cancellation of the warranty: a.
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Exceptional events such as accidents or weather. 11. TATOMA declines all responsibility for the possible damages caused to people or things due to any of the actions mentioned in the previous section. 12. TATOMA reserves the right to modify the design and/or specifications of its products without prior notice.
4. A person who has not read and understood all operational and safety instructions will not be qualified to operate machinery. NOT READING THIS MANUAL WILL CARRY A BAD USE OF THE EQUIPMENT Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 9 -...
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially dangerous situation that, if not avoided, may result in moderate or serious injury. It can also be used to alert against unsafe practices. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 10 -...
Attention! Danger, stay out of the articulation zone while the machine Hitch is running Hitch, bearings and tourning axles Greasing point Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 11 -...
- All operators involved in the operation of the mixer must practice the mixing operation in empty, as well as the loading and unloading operations, until they become fully familiar with them, before using the loaded mixer. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 12 -...
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- Be sure the tractor power take-off (PTO) is not working. - Handle the transmission elements with work gloves. - Do not wear loose clothes at the time of this operation. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 13 -...
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- In order to maneuver, make sure there are no people or obstacles behind or near the mixer, in case you don’t have enough visibility, request the help of other people. STEP 4: DRIVING THE MIXER Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 14 -...
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- Maneuver the vehicle at safe speeds. Reduce speed before turning to avoid the risk of tipping over. Avoid sharp turns uphill on steep slopes. - Always keep the vehicle running to provide engine braking when going downhill. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 15 -...
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- Respect the load and height ratings of bridges and tunnels. Do not cross bridges or tunnels with a rating lower than the total weight or height of the tractor-mixer assembly. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 16 -...
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STEP 7: MAINTENANCE WORKS. HIGH PRESSURE FLUIDS, WELDS… It is the responsibility of the owner/operator of the mixer to perform good maintenance. Poor maintenance is an invitation to have problems and breakdowns. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 17 -...
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- Do not allow grease to accumulate and remove spilled oil immediately from the ladder and the operator platform and other access areas. Keep all access areas clean and clear of obstacles. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 18 -...
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- Do not weld on the tire when the tire is installed. Welding can cause an explosion of the air / gas mixture carried by the wheel when it is started at high temperatures. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 19 -...
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- Identify and respect the indications of the warning signs at all times. - The mixer operator must remember the meaning of the labels, as well as the indications contained in this owner’s manual. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 20 -...
Stress may cause the breakage of some parts. - Previous the loading of bales, round or square, remove all types of wrappers, ropes and wires. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 21 -...
- Use the front jack to park the mixer horizontally. Remember this jack can only support vertical loads. - If necessary, place the parking chocks on the wheels to prevent the unit from moving. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 23 -...
NOTE: This table does not cover all problems. Contact your dealer for more help. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 24 -...
This manual should be kept in a protected place for future reference. The instruction manual must accompany the mixer at all times. In case of loss or deterioration, the user can contact TATOMA and request a new copy of this manual, specifying the serial number, model and year of manufacture of the mixer, data that are inscribed on the CE marking plate.
VN & V SERIES MIXER DESCRIPTION INTRODUCTION TATOMA mixers are designed to facilitate your daily work, save you time and improve the performance and benefits of your operation. With your mixer, you can rationalize the feeding of your livestock, improving the efficiency of your work.
During the operations mentioned above, the presence of unauthorized people in the mixer’s working area will be avoided at all times Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 27 -...
This allows that all the animals eat the same every day. Mixers designed by TATOMA, are built simple and with highly resistant steel, the mechanisms have little wear and require little maintenance.
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3. Hydraulic distributor (depends on the 10. Retainer model) 11. Tub 4. Hitch 12. Auger 5. Front jack 13. Parking brake 6. Simple ladder 14. PTO 7. 2-speed gearbox Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 29 -...
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(fathead, apple pulp, orange, etc.), quickly and easily. To facilitate the distribution of the mixture, the unloading door can be completed with the following optional element: Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 30 -...
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VERTICAL TOWED MIXER - ONE AUGER VN & V SERIES Extension of folding belt Possibility to move laterally the front conveyor, through a hydraulic cylinder Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 31 -...
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Keep the steps of the ladder clean all the time, and never jump onto the ground from the ladder, there is a danger of injury due to a possible slip or fall. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 32 -...
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Battery The mixer can optionally be supplied with a battery installed inside (Optional): a protective box. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 33 -...
Make sure no one is around the mixer when maneuvering in reverse to bring the tractor closer to the mixer hitch. Check that the mixer has been properly hooked to the tractor before starting work. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 34 -...
The three positions of the gearbox allow: - Slow speed: Grind and mix the ingredients; - Fast speed: Mixing and delivering; - Neutral: Disengages the transmission from the auger. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 35 -...
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If the speed does not engage, stop the tractor and manually rotate the cardan transmission and simultaneously act on the corresponding control. The person who performs this operation will keep the tractor keys in his possession until it’s finished. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 36 -...
(V), to lower it. 3. Make the coupling with a bolt with the adequate diameter, respecting the safety recommendations included in this manual. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 37 -...
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3. If the mixer is fitted with a hydraulic jack, remove the lever (P) and put it back on its support. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 38 -...
Also supplied with the mixer is an additional plate, the same as the previous one (Ch), to be mounted in the tractor cabin, so that during the operation of the mixer the control levers remain correctly positioned and anchored. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 39 -...
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When operating the mixer from the tractor cab, the control levers must always remain mounted on the sheet supplied for this purpose. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 40 -...
VERTICAL TOWED MIXER - ONE AUGER VN & V SERIES LIGHTING AND SIGNALING All the TATOMA trailed mixers manufactured are equipped with triangular catadioptrics at the rear. As an option, it is available to install road traffic signaling for the mixer, that include the following elements: White front pilot with retro reflector.
(S), the braking mechanism (F), built into the mixer axle. The parking brake lever (P) is located on the side of the mixer, under the tub access ladder. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 42 -...
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In case of stops, especially on slopes, during work, always activate the parking brake, the loaded mixer can drag the tractor that is towing it. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 43 -...
Do not deposit metal objects on the battery, there is a risk of electric shock in the event of a short circuit with the battery terminals. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 44 -...
- Do not manipulate the sensors under any circumstances. Any operation on them must be carried out by TATOMA technical personnel. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 45 -...
In this case, a power outlet is supplied with a three-pole Keypad (Optnl): connector. A female connector of the same type is also supplied to install on the tractor (three polar type connector) Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 46 -...
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• R: Right turn signal • 31: Mass (Negative) • 54: Brake light • 54G: Reserve (Empty) • 58L: Left position light • 58R: Right position light Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 47 -...
This mixer is the result of the vast experience accumulated by TATOMA, and its strengths are its efficiency chopping and mixing the ingredients, as well as its minimal wear and low maintenance cost.
Take the cardan protection aside momentarily and connect it to the PTO, fix its position using the appropriate devices. Put the cardan protection back in its working position and make sure that it is correctly positioned. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 49 -...
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The correct adjustment of the rear-view mirrors will allow the mixer driver to reduce the risk of accidents Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 50 -...
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TATOMA declines all responsibility for the possible damage to people or things caused by inadequate or non-existent rear-view mirrors.
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(optional) and check the correct operation of the machine. By following the instructions above, the operator must achieve enough confidence in handling the mixer. The maximum performance from the mixer will be achieved. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 52 -...
During the loading process, the safety recommendations and warnings in this section and throughout the owner’s manual should be respected at all times. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 53 -...
They are located on the sides of the tub and are manually operated from the outside of the tank. Their number varies according to the model. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 54 -...
6. If for any reason the mixer drive stops with the machine loaded (due to the end of the task, due to excess mixing, etc.), re-start it smoothly and not abruptly, try to get a progressive start. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 55 -...
It can be located on one or both sides (1) of the mixer and also on its rear (2). The distribution of the mixture is carried out by varying the opening of the door. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 56 -...
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It is made up of a high resistance chain with crossbars, all driven by means of a hydraulic motor. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 57 -...
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Through the discharge door, the quantity of mixture is regulated during distribution by controlling the opening of the door by means of the markers described above. Distribution through a front discharge conveyor: Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 58 -...
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The front unloading conveyor allows to distribute the mixture through both sides of the mixer. It is made up of a high resistance chain with crossbars. Its driven by a hydraulic motor. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 59 -...
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- Front conveyor folding extension: Caution when lowering the folding extension, it can cause serious injury to people close to it. Ensure the absence of people before activating it. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 60 -...
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During the operation of the machine, the skirt must remain lowered at all times to avoid possible dangers of entrapment with the discharge belt chain. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 61 -...
7. Access the tractor cab, check there is no service activated, start and start driving. Before starting the mixer, make sure that there is nobody close to it. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 62 -...
Failure to carry out the above tests can cause machine malfunctions. The breakdowns caused by the aforementioned mismatches will not be covered by the warranty. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 63 -...
Handle the coupling elements of the mixer and the tractor with work gloves. To restart the mixer, follow the steps and safety recommendations indicated in the “START-UP” section of this owner’s manual. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 65 -...
- That the machine works in perfect conditions; - Extend the life of the machine. - Avoid long stops and unnecessary repairs with the consequent loss of time and money. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 66 -...
Checking the lighting & signaling system Weekly Checking the scales Monthly Calibration of the scales (1) Yearly (1) The calibration of the scales should be done by TATOMA Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 67 -...
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Maintenance operations that should be carried out by specialized personnel: The maintenance of the machine during the warranty period must be carried out only and exclusively by specialized TATOMA personnel. Failure to comply with the foregoing will result in the automatic loss of the warranty.
If the level is low, it must be refilled through the filler plug (L). To drain the oil, a plug is available at the bottom of the reductor. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 69 -...
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If the level is low, it must be refilled through the filling hole (L). To drain the oil there is a plug (T) at the bottom of the gearbox. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 70 -...
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Periodically check the oil level with the overflow plug (Tr) and top up if necessary, with the plug (Tl). To change the oil, release the tank by loosening the clamp (Ta). Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 71 -...
2. Front jack (only mechanic) 3. Conveyor bearings (both sides conveyor) 4. Bearing motor side conveyor 5. Door and conveyor cylinder 6. Retainers (only hydraulic) 7. Transmission (PTO shaft) Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 72 -...
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VERTICAL TOWED MIXER - ONE AUGER VN & V SERIES Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 73 -...
A bad tire can burst and cause loss of control of the mixer and drag the tractor towing it. Tires must be replaced in a specialized workshop. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 74 -...
Never expose the battery to naked flames as it may cause an explosion. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 75 -...
Personnel accessing the tub must stop the mixer and keep the tractor keys in their possession for as long as it remains inside. In addition, you must use the necessary personal protective equipment to guarantee your safety. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 76 -...
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Access to the interior of the tub must be through the access ladder. For safety reasons, the cleaning of the interior of the tank must be carried out by qualified TATOMA personnel Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 77 -...
2 inches. If the chain is worn or stretched, it must be replaced by a new one, dismantling the chain through the connecting link (E). Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 78 -...
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VN & V SERIES For safety reasons, the check and adjustment of the tension of the discharge belt chain must be carried out by qualified TATOMA personnel Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 79 -...
Any intervention on the hydraulic circuit must be carried out solely and exclusively by specialized TATOMA personnel, due to the risk involved in handling these elements, and due to working at high pressures. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 80 -...
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In the event of hose breakage, these may only be replaced by specialized TATOMA personnel The replacement of hoses without washing them can cause serious damage to the hydraulic components. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 81 -...
3. Periodically check and verify that the weight indicated by the scale is correct. 4. When any abnormality is observed in the weighing, you should check: Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 82 -...
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5. Do not manipulate the junction box or load sensors. Any intervention on the weighing system must be carried out solely and exclusively by specialized TATOMA personnel. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 83 -...
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Please consider if the cable is cut, it cannot be welded. If so, the information received in the junction box could be wrong. Cable and cell are one peace. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 84 -...
PTO and disconnect the battery again. In case of dismantling of the machine, the following materials must be recycled: Oils, tires, hoses and hydraulic pipes, plastics and the battery. Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 85 -...
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30/11.5 – 14.5 *220/20 Front 28.0 400/60-15.5*220/20 V-1400 445/45 R19.5 *220/20 The data and descriptions are merely indicative. TATOMA reserves the right to modify designs or specifications without prior notice. Hydraulic circuit and drive speeds Mixer 420 bar 260 bar...
Hydraulic corrector loading auxiliary hopper Anti-overflow ring Other equipment Auxiliary battery with bracket Suspension by crossbows, boggie or tandem Pneumatic brake Hydraulic distributor and tractor controls Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 88 -...
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You turn on the screen and - Short circuit alarm or - Check that the cables are Er-OuT shows up. scale malfunction well insulated, and check the operation of the scale Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 89 -...
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If any of the above symbols appears, it will indicate that the cell is broken Tatoma Ag Equipments Corp. Located in Colcord, OK. Phone (918) 422-4271 - 90 -...
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