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POWAVATOR 400
(Machines from 2022)
Standen Engineering Limited.
Hereward Works,
Station Road, Ely,
Cambridgeshire.
CB7 4BP
England.
Tel: 01353 661111
www.standen.co.uk
Fax: 01353 662370

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  • Page 1 POWAVATOR 400 (Machines from 2022) Standen Engineering Limited. Hereward Works, Station Road, Ely, Cambridgeshire. CB7 4BP England. Tel: 01353 661111 www.standen.co.uk Fax: 01353 662370...
  • Page 4 Therefore, some illustrations and/or text within this publication may differ from your machine. The copyright of this handbook is the property of Standen Engineering Limited, Hereward Works, Station Road, Ely, Cambridgeshire. CB7 4BP. This handbook is issued on the condition that it must not be used, copied or exhibited without their...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS INTRODUCTION Introduction to the handbook Warranty Replacement parts SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Safety HSE information INSTALLATION Machine Description Tractor suitability Attaching the Powavator to tractor Opening the machine for work 1.10 Folding the machine for transport 1.10 Removing the Powavator from tractor 1.11 OPERATION Side drive shafts...

  • Page 6: Introduction

    Introduction to the Handbook This handbook provides the information for the operation, adjustment and maintenance of your Standen POWAVATOR 400. To enable you to achieve the best results from the machine, the manufacturer recommends that you read the handbook thoroughly prior to using the machine for the first time.

  • Page 7: Warranty

    The Powavator is designed solely for cultivation operations. (INTENDED USE). Use in any other way is considered as contrary to the intended use. Standen Engineering Limited accepts no liability for damage, and or injury resulting from this misuse, and these risks must be borne solely by the user.

  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    The list is not exhaustive. All machinery is potentially dangerous and great care must be exercised by the operators at all times. Standen Engineering Limited will not accept liability for damage or injury caused by their products except when such liability is specifically imposed by English statute.
  • Page 9 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ROTATING BLADES ARE DANGEROUS! Deep bed cultivation guards must not be used for general cultivation. Always fit the correct front guards. Keep hands and feet away from rotating parts. Rotating blades do not differentiate between fingers, toes, and soils. Stop the machine when not working.
  • Page 10 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS PRACTICE SAFE MAINTENANCE Do not attempt to carry out repairs beyond your capability. Understand service procedures before doing work. Keep work area clean and dry. Never carry out any adjustment, service work or lubrication with the machine running. Keep guards in place when running the machine.
  • Page 11 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS...
  • Page 12 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS...

  • Page 13: Installation

    Tractor Suitability The POWAVATOR 400 is designed to be mounted on the three point linkage of tractors of a minimum power of 168 kW (225 HP). The tractor must be capable of handling and lifting the implement safely, and may need to be ballasted accordingly.

  • Page 14: Attaching The Powavator To Tractor

    INSTALLATION Attaching the Powavator to the Tractor Before attaching the Powavator, apply the tractor handbrake and switch off the engine. Position the tractor lift arms so that the mounting pins (item 1, fig. 1) can be inserted through the lower hitch arms, and the tractor link ball ends. Fit the mounting pins, and secure using the clip pins.

  • Page 15: Opening The Machine For Work

    INSTALLATION 1.10 Opening the Machine for Work Do not attempt to fold or unfold the machine unless it is coupled to the tractor linkage. Ensure the PTO is free to rotate, or is disconnected from the tractor. With the machine on level ground, stop the tractor and apply the handbrake. Open the hydraulic shut-off valve (item 1, fig.

  • Page 16: Removing The Powavator From Tractor

    1.11 INSTALLATION Ensure transport latches (item 1, fig. 4) locate correctly to lock the wings into the vertical transport position. Close the hydraulic shut-off valve (item 1, fig. 3) (handle 90° to the pipes). Removing the Powavator from the Tractor Lift the machine and rotate the stands (item 1, fig.

  • Page 17: Operation

    Rigid or Floating Operation The Powavator 400 can be operated either with the wings locked rigid or with the wings allowed to float to follow the ground surface. When working to produce ridges, the wings should be locked horizontal by closing the ram shut-off valves (item 1, fig.

  • Page 18: Centre Divider Tine

    1.13 OPERATION Centre Divider Tine The centre divider (item 1, fig. 8) is designed to split the soil making it flow through the rotors and not between the inner side plates. The tine mounting is adjustable for depth by resetting the bolts (item 2, fig. 8). The tine point should be set level with the bottom of the rotor blades.

  • Page 19: Trailing Boards

    OPERATION 1.14 Trailing Boards The spring-loaded trailing boards (item 1, fig. 10) help control the type of tilth produced. With the boards lowered, the cultivated soil strikes them and clods are broken on impact producing a finer tilth. Trash is held and buried while the board levels and consolidates the top of the bed.

  • Page 20: Bedformer Kit

    1.15 OPERATION Bedformer Kit The bedformer kit comprises of four individual parallel linkage ridger units. Each ridger can be adjusted for depth. The working depth of the centre ridgers (item 1, fig. 11) is set by the parallel linkage adjuster screw (item 2, fig 11). This gives the basic depth. Moving the bottom pin (item 3, fig.

  • Page 21: Checks Before Operation

    OPERATION 1.16 Checks Before Operation Check that the machine is correctly connected to the 3-point linkage, and that the pins are correctly retained. Check that the PTO drive shaft is correctly locked into the retaining groove. Check that the PTO guard is intact and the safety chains correctly anchored. Check that all blades / spikes fixings are tight.

  • Page 22: Setting To Produce The Tilth

    1.17 OPERATION If the machine fails to operate as expected, stop the machine, lower to the ground, and switch off the tractor. Investigate the fault. Use the Operators Check List as a guide. Setting to Produce the Tilth The type of tilth (fine or coarse) produced by the Powavator is controlled by the following factors: THE EFFECT OF SOIL TYPE.

  • Page 23: Operators Check List

    OPERATION 1.18 THE EFFECT OF SOIL MOISTURE CONTENT. The moisture content of the soil affects the suitability for tillage. If the soil has a high moisture content it will be more inclined to ‘ball’ and smear. Dry soil will create a large amount of dust, and also lead to exaggerated blade wear.

  • Page 24: Maintenance

    1.19 MAINTENANCE Lubrication Correct lubrication should be used to ensure the full life of working parts and efficient operation of the machine. Shafts and bearings fitted with grease nipples should be lubricated using a good quality general-purpose grease. Bearings must not be allowed to run dry.

  • Page 25: Service Intervals

    MAINTENANCE 1.20 Service Intervals On delivery and after the first day: Check all fixings for tightness. Check oil levels. Lubricate drive shaft. Check all blade / spikes fixings. Every 10 hours (daily): Lubricate drive shafts. Check all fixings for tightness. Check oil levels.

  • Page 26: Wear Plates

    This will ensure that the ‘scroll’ pattern is maintained. When fitting new blades use only genuine ‘STANDEN’ blades and blade bolts. Genuine blade bolts will have the correct shank length and tensile strength. Fit the bolt head against the blade with the spring washer and nut against the flange.
  • Page 27 MAINTENANCE 1.22...
  • Page 28 1.23 MAINTENANCE...

  • Page 29: Spike Removal / Fitting

    MAINTENANCE 1.24 Spike Removal / Fitting The retaining pin is a very tight fit and considerable effort will be required to remove it. Take care that when it comes out it cannot hit you. To remove a worn or damaged spike: Hammer out the retaining pin using a properly fitting punch.

  • Page 30: Specifications

    1.25 SPECIFICATIONS Dimensions Length 1.55 m Length with ridgers 2.80 m Width in transport 2.90 m Width in work 6.50 m Height 1.95 m Height in transport 3.30 m Weight Weight with ridgers 4350 kg Technical Data Cultivating width 5.38 m (2 x 100”) Power requirement 168 kW (225 HP) PTO input...

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