ÍNDEX INTRODUCTION____________________________________________ INERTIA BRAKING_______________________________________ GENERAL MODEL IDENTIFICATION___________________________ STARTING WORK________________________________________ EQUIPEMENT IDENTIFICATION______________________ OPCIONALS____________________________________________ AXLE IDENTIFICATION _____________________________ DEVICES TO PREVENT UNAUTHORIZED USE ________________ SIMBOLOGY_______________________________________________ MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE____________________________ EC” DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY _______________ MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE (INERTIA SYST.)_____________ SAFETY ALERTS ____________________________________ TIMETABLE - MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE________________ GENERAL SAFETY RULES_____________________________________ MALFUNTIONS / POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS____________________ SAFETY____________________________________________________...
INTRODUCTION Dear Customer, Congratulations on your choice, as you have just purchased equipment built with high technology and strict quality standards. All our efforts are put into research, innovation, development and improvement of this product, so that you can take advantage of the quality, performance, and work in safety. This manual was created to help you and to advise about safety, maintenance and how to use the equipment.
GENERAL MODEL IDENTIFICATION The plates can be metallic or stickers. They enclose EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION important information as they identify the type of axle and in case it is needed a repair or replacement of parts. ID TAG PLATE Example of an (EB) axle identification sticker. HYDRAULIC | PNEUMATIC BRAKING LABEL EB/AMB...
SIMBOLOGY EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY This equipment complies with the requirements of the European Parliament and Council Directive, 2006/42/EC, of 17 May 2006, transposed into Portuguese law by Decree-Law No. 103/2008 of 24 June 2008. The EC Declaration of Conformity is attached to the Trailer User Manual. SAFETY ALERTS DANGER! CAUTION!
GENERAL SAFETY RULES • Before carrying out any maintenance or a repair • Make sure that all spare parts and components operation on the equipment that requires tipping, are compatible with the equipment and that they do not affect the safety of the vehicle, your make sure that the vehicle is properly stabilized and on flat ground.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES • When it is necessary to couple the trailer to the • Regularly check the general condition of the tractor, please stand in one side of the tractor hydraulic and pneumatics hoses, if applicable. and make sure that you properly fit the safety Replace them in case they are damaged or worn pins or chains.
SAFETY Side tipping alert. PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT 7 AC 028 It is very important that the operator wears personal protective equipment daily to minimize the risks of Produtct check - OK an accident. 7 AC 047 The instructions in this manual are essential, please Lubrication point!! 7 AC 082 always use PPE's - Personal Protective Equipment.
SAFETY WARNING LABELS POSITION 7 AC 047 7 AC 001 7 AC 017 7 AC 016 OIL CHANGE PERIODICITY 7 AC 124* 7 AC 028 7 AC 082 7 AC 111 7 AC 015 7 AC 082 7 AC 024 7 AC 019* 7 AC 018* 7 AC 004...
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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS S1ET TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS STANDARD THREE SIDE TIPPING, METALIC BOX WHELLS S1ET 10,0/75-15.3 |11,5/80-15.3 | 12,5/80-15.3 | 435/50 R19,5 | 385/65 R22,5 (ACCORDING TO THE MODEL) HEIGHT ADJUSTABLE DRAWBAR FIXED AXLES HYDRAULIC BRAKING REMOVABLE FRONT MESH PROTECTION ADJUSTABLE DRAWBAR SUPPORT •...
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TRAILER COUPLING TO TRACTOR INITIAL TRACTOR COUPLING When you need to couple / uncouple the trailer to the tractor, no one should be present in the area between ! WARNING ! the two vehicles! This is considered a danger zone! PEOPLE IN THE DANGER ZONE BETWEEN THE TRACTOR AND THE TRAILER MAY BE CRUSHED OR NOTE: Before starting the coupling, make sure that the...
HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS CONNECTION OF HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS DRAWBAR REST NOTE: safety reasons, never connect disconnect the hydraulic systems while the box is tipped! When connecting or disconnecting the hydraulic systems, make sure that the edges of the quick-connect valves are not dirty! The connections of the tractor’s hydraulic functions must not exceed 180 bar.
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HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS TIPPING TOWARDS THE REAR HYDRALIC TIPPING SYSTEM After coupling the trailer to the tractor and with it still off, connect the hydraulic hoses of the tipping system. Due to its specificity, the tipping system has double effect, so when lowering the box, take special care.
HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS HYDRAULIC BRAKING SYSTEM WITH 3-POSITION VALVE This hydraulic braking system is equipped with a 3- position valve that allows the intensity of the braking CONNECT THE HYDRAULIC ADJUST HOSES TO THE TRACTOR forces to be adjusted according to the load it carries BRAKINGPRESSURE ON THE 3-POSITION VALVE Therefore, before driving with the trailer empty, half full...
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HYDRAULIC SYSTEMS HYDRAULIC BRAKING SYSTEM HYDRAULIC BRAKING SYSTEM with 3 POSITION CONTROL + ELECTRICALLY CONTROL VALVES The installed hydraulic braking must be connected to the tractor, through the hose that contains the ½ female This system was specifically developed to assist the quick valve, as shown in the following diagram: user easily...
PNEUMATIC BRAKE SYSTEM PNEUMATIC BRAKE SYSTEM (When applicable) The pneumatic braking system, as well as other The pneumatic braking system should only be switched systems, is one of the main safety elements of the on after the initial coupling of the trailer to tractor has vehicle.
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ELECTRICAL SYSTEM CONNECTION WARNING: Failure to follow this warning may result in property damage, serious injury or death. PLUG PINO CIRCUITO (Cod: 20303001) DIRECTIONAL INDICATOR RIGHT (BLUE) BLUE / (GREEN*) • OPTIONAL LED (GREEN) WHITE (x2) POSITION LIGHT • OPTIONAL LED “LOSSE”...
SIGNALING AND LIGHTNING SLOW RUNNING PLATE FRONT LIGHT REFLECTOR AND SIDE MARKER LIGHT REGISTRATION PLATE LAMPS SLOW RUNNING PLATE REGISTRATION PLATE* OR REAR LIGHT (*) – It varies depending on the legislation of each country. OPERATOR’S MANUAL: S1ET REV. 02.2022...
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SIGNALING AND LIGHTNING LIGHTNING DIAGRAM Applied to the following models: • 2.25x1.40 • 2.50x1.55 2.70x1.55 • • 2.85x1.70 • 3.00x1.60 • 3.20x1.85 Applied to the following models: • 3.50x1.90 • 3.50x1.90 • 3.80x2.00 • 4.00x2.20 • 4.60x2.30 • 5.00x2.40 Periodically inspect the lightning system.
PARKING | EMERGENCY BRAKE HYDRAULIC CYLINDER SERVIT ATTACHMENT OF SERVIT CABLE ADJUSTER LEVER This brake system immobilizes the vehicle in case of an accidental disconnection between the trailer and the tractor. The emergency function is guaranteed by the connection from the rope attached between the SERVIT lever and the fixed point on the tractor.
INERTIA BRAKING SYSTEM INERTIA BRAKING SYSTEM As part of the European Homologation, Herculano offers the option of inertia braking. This system consists of a telescopic drawbar and a braking axle connected by a steel cable. The brakes are activated by the force exerted between the trailer and the tractor when the tractor brakes.
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INERTIA BRAKING SYSTEM REVERSE OPERATION BIELLETTE When reverse gear is engaged, the trailer BRAKE SHOES drawbar retracts in its entirely, pushing the roller backwards, which in turn brings the linkage set forward. The linkage set pushes the biellette, making BIELLETTE the transmission shaft rotate, opening the TRANSMITION SHAFT...
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INERTIA BRAKING SYSTEM MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION For the correct function of the inertia braking system, the telescopic drawbar must always slide smoothly in the housing. All the moving parts must be kept clean and lubricate. Lubricate the bearings through the grease fitting.
STARTING WORK BEFORE STARTING WORK BEFORE STRATING THE OPERATION 1. Before starting work, the operator must be aware of 1. Make sure that all safety equipment is in good all the equipment and its functions. Getting to know working and maintenance condition. the systems after starting to work may be too late! 2.
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OPTIONALS SWING DOORS It already includes the extra lateral side and cereal exit door CEREAL EXIT DOOR ADDICIONAL LATERAL SIDES OPERATOR’S MANUAL: S1ET REV. 02.2022...
DEVICES TO PREVENT UNAUTHORIZED USE 1. Start by opening the latch in order to be able There are two different types of devices available to fit the blocker inside the eyeball. Do it from against unauthorized use, depending on the type of the bottom up.
MAINTENANCE AND SERVICES MAINTENANCE AND SERVICE Hydraulic or pneumatic circuits under oil/air We recommend that maintenance work must be pressure: performed by qualified people, using proper tools • Before intervening in the hydraulic or pneumatic and in a workshop suitable for the purpose. circuits, both oil and air may be under pressure, The service and maintenance timetable must be therefore...
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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICES BRAKES / JAWS ADJUSTMENT NOTE: The brakes must be adjusted by a competent Pads Drum Spring person. If you are not qualified to do so, consult your agent or the manufacturer before proceeding with the adjustment. Brake Shoes AXLE SERVICE | WHEELS | SUSPENSION Whenever the hub drums are removed for brake...
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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICES AXLE SERVICE | WHEELS | SUSPENSION • Adjustment of the emergency / parking brake The brake lining pads must be replaced whenever they cable; reach the minimum thickness. Check the thickness of the lining pads through the •...
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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICES WHEEL CHANGING • USE an appropriate hydraulic jack and suitable support accessories. HERCULANO recommends that the change of wheels is • DO NOT overload the hydraulic jack or the carried out by a qualified person and in a specialized support accessories.
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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICES HUBS AND BEARINGS Maintenance ranges depend on the working conditions. When you receive your equipment, check the tightness of the wheels. It is recommended that you BEARINGS retighten after the first use with a load. To protect the longevity of the bearings, it is In the first 500km necessary that: •...
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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICES – INERTIA BRAKING SYSTEM CONSIDERATIONS CHECK WHEEL AXLE BEARINGS The responsibilities of the user are limited to: • Inspection of axle brakes; • Inspection and adjustment of loose play of axle bearing; • Mounting dismounting wheel, inspection of the wheel tightening; •...
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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICES – INERTIA BRAKING SYSTEM ADJUSTMENT OF WHEEL AXLE BEARINGS WHEEL TIGHTNING The bearings adjustment and the greasing must be done after the first 200km, and then again, every 500km or in any case at least once a year. In case of intensive use.
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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICES – INERTIA BRAKING SYSTEM BRAKES ADJUSTMENT In order to revise the setting, in case of need, use the screw with the setting nut positioned on the anchor plate. While screwing the nut, the lever’s stroke decreases. BRAKE LININGS CHECK Periodically, about 200 hours of work, you must check the brake linings wearing conditions at specialized workshops.
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MAINTENANCE AND SERVICES – INERTIA BRAKING SYSTEM STEEL CABLE ADJUSTMENT Every 12 months or if the trailer is considerably Brake repairs, changes of brake linings etc., may be delayed in relation to tractor braking check the steel only undertaken in authorised service points. cable tension.
TIMETABLE - MAINTENANCE AND SERVICES UP TO UP TO UP TO OPERATION DESCRIPTION IMOBILIZATION 200h • CHECK FOR LEAKS IN THE HYDRAULIC SYSTEM • LUBRICATE ALL DRAWBAR’S POINTS • CHECK THE OIL AND CHEGE IT AFTER PROLONGED IMMOBILIZATION • CHECK FOR LEAKS IN THE HYDRAULIC CYLINDER •...
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TIMETABLE - MAINTENANCE AND SERVICES UP TO UP TO UP TO OPERATION DESCRIPTION IMOBILIZATION 200h • LUBRICATE ALL AXLE AND SUSPENSION POINTS • PROCEED TOO THE TIGHTENING NUTS FOR THE AXELS, SUSPENSIONAND OTHER ADJUSTMENTS • CHECK THE PRESSURE AND THE GENERAL CONDITION OF THE TIRES (DO NOT EXCEED THE MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED PRESSURE)) •...
MALFUNTIONS | POSSIBLE SOLUTIONS POSSIBLE SOLUTION PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Bulb(s) blown. Replace with a new bulb with the same power. The electrical plug for the lighting system is not Connect the plug to the socket on the tractor. LACK OF LIGHTNING connected to the tractor.
TRANSPORT | PROLONGED IMMOBILIZATION | EQUIPMENTS END OF LIFE TRANSPORT • Make sure the tractor has enough power to transport the trailer. After coupling the trailer to the tractor, be sure to turn on all systems and test them before transporting. •...
WARRANTY CONDITIONS Herculano products have a 24-month warranty, which covers any manufacturing defect, 1º counted from the date of the remittance slip / invoice After the sale to the end client, the Warranty Certificate must be sent to us, properly filled 2º...
(351) 256 661 914 (351) 256 661 918 EMAIL: pecas.herculano@ferpinta.pt Consult the relevant diagram, identify the part’s code and state the quantity you would like to order. On your order, do not forget to state the model, serial or frame number and year of manufacture.
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