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Operating Instructions Front tank Gemini 5 - en - Item no. 17512852 BA_00/04.15 LEMKEN GmbH & Co. KG Weseler Straße 5, 46519 Alpen / Germany Telephone +49 28 02 81 0, Fax +49 28 02 81 220 lemken@lemken.com, www.LEMKEN.com...
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However, this brief instruction is not a substitute for thorough study of the operating instructions. These operating instructions will help to familiarise you with the LEMKEN GmbH & Co. KG device and the options available for using it.
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Remember that you should only use genuine LEMKEN spare parts. Reproduction parts have a negative influence on the function of the device, have a shorter ser- vice life and present risks and hazards that cannot be estimated by LEMKEN GmbH & Co. KG. They also increase the maintenance costs.
CONTENTS General information ....................8 Liability ........................... 8 Guarantee ........................8 Copyright ........................9 Optional accessories ....................9 Type plate ........................10 Symbols used in the Operating Instructions ............12 Hazard classes ......................12 Information........................12 Environmental protection ................... 12 Indication of passages ....................
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Operation on public highways ................... 23 3.9.1 Lighting system and identification ................23 3.9.2 Front-mounted implements on public roads ............... 23 3.10 Checking the field of view ..................26 3.10.1 Identify a reference point ..................26 3.10.2 Mark the starting point .................... 26 3.10.3 Measure the target point ..................
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Adjusting the coupling points for the lower links ............ 46 Adjusting the coupling point for the top link ............48 Existing platform ......................49 Removing the LEMKEN mounting and transport carriage ........49 Operation ......................... 51 Operation below zero ....................51 Deflector ........................
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With a non-transportable existing platform ............. 75 10.1.2 With a transportable existing platform ..............76 10.1.3 With the LEMKEN mounting and transport carriage ..........77 11 Wintering ........................81 12 Maintenance and repairs ..................82 12.1 Special safety instructions ..................82 12.1.1...
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13.4 Mounting and transport carriage ................91 13.4.1 Transport rollers ..................... 91 13.4.2 Locating point for fork-lift forks ................92 13.5 Three-point connection ....................92 13.6 Tank volume ........................ 92 13.7 Spray fluid system ...................... 93 13.7.1 Filling connection ....................93 13.7.2 Combined filling and intake connection ..............
Co. KG, in particular Section IX, shall apply. Liability. In line with the dimensions cited in these conditions the LEMKEN GmbH & Co. KG shall not be held liable for any personal or material damage, when such damage is caused by one or more of the following reasons: ...
Infringements will result in a claim for damages. Optional accessories LEMKEN implements may be equipped with various accessories. The operating instructions below describe both series components and optional accessories. Please note: These accessories will vary depending on the type of equipment.
General information Type plate The implement carries a type plate. The type plate can be found at front right on the implement. The operating instructions may apply to different implement types or variants of the implement. The operating instructions indicate infor- mation which only applies to a specific im- plement type or a specific variant of the implement.
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General information 1 Series 2 Type designation 3 Serial number 4 Year of manufacture 5 Permissible drawbar load [kg] 6 Permissible axle load [kg] 7 Permissible gross weight [kg] 8 Company logo and address 9 CE marking (only within the European Union) 10 Name of manufacturer 11 Type, variant, version 12 Type approval date...
Symbols used in the Operating Instructions SYMBOLS USED IN THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Hazard classes The following symbols are used in the Operating Instructions for particularly im- portant information: DANGER Denotes an imminent hazard with high risk, which will result in death or severe physical injury, if not avoided.
Symbols used in the Operating Instructions Indication of passages The following symbols are used for particular passages in the operating instruc- tions: Indicates work steps Indicates enumerations...
Safety measures and precautions SAFETY MEASURES AND PRECAUTIONS General safety instructions for the operator are specified in the chapter entitled «Safety measures and precautions». At the start of some main chapters the safety instructions, which refer to all work to be carried out in this chapter, are listed to- gether.
Safety measures and precautions Safety features of the device To protect the operator and the device, the device is equipped with special safety features in accordance with country specific requirements. Always keep all safety devices in working order. Safety and warning signs 3.4.1 General information The implement features all equipment...
Safety measures and precautions 3.4.3 Meaning of warning signs Please familiarise yourself with the meaning of the warning signs. The following explanations provide detailed information. Please read and observe the operating in- structions and safety instructions before starting up the implement for the first time. Before carrying out maintenance or repair work, switch off the engine and remove key.
Safety measures and precautions Do not ride on the platform of the imple- ment. Risk of poisoning – Never get into the con- tainer. 3.4.4 Meaning of other symbols. The label shows the Implement inspection data Maximum implement weights, empty and full Locating points for fork-lift...
Safety measures and precautions Special safety instructions Risk of injury due to non-observance of the currently valid occupational safety guidelines If the currently valid occupational safety guidelines are bypassed WARNING or safety equipment is rendered unusable when handling the de- vice, there is a risk of injury.
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Safety measures and precautions Risk of injury when freeing casualties When rescuing people trapped or injured by the implement, there is a risk of additional serious injury to the casualty if the hydraulic connections were not connected according to their colour coding as described in the section entitled “Required hydraulic equip- ment”.
Safety measures and precautions Danger areas Moving danger area - mechanical WARNING The danger area around the implement moves with the implement during operation. When operating the implement, ensure that nobody is standing ahead of the actual danger area because the danger area moves with the implement.
Safety measures and precautions 3.6.1 Danger areas during implement operation 12 m Residual risks Residual risks are particular hazards which occur when handling the device and which cannot be eliminated despite a design in accordance with safety require- ments. Residual risks are not usually obvious and may be the source of a potential injury or health hazard.
Safety measures and precautions 3.7.1 Hazard caused by mechanical systems There is a risk of accidents due to crushing, cutting and striking body parts on abruptly moving machine parts, on moving machine parts caused by stored mechanical energy in elastic parts, such as springs, ...
Safety measures and precautions Operation on public highways 3.9.1 Lighting system and identification A proper lighting system, identification and equipment must be on the device if it is to be transported on public roads. Further information can be requested from the appropriate authorities.
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Safety measures and precautions If the tractor’s lighting equipment is con- cealed by a front-mounted implement, the same lighting must be provided on the front-mounted implement. It may be necessary to restrict the maxi- mum permissible speed of the tractor due to the additional lighting equipment.
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Safety measures and precautions Warning boards Warning boards or warning foils (1) must be installed at the front of the implement if: The distance from the front edge of the front-mounted implement to the centre of the steering wheel is more than 3.50 m. ...
Safety measures and precautions 3.10 Checking the field of view 3.10.1 Identify a reference point Park the tractor on a level surface with the front-mounted implement in place. The tractor driver’s eyes are the reference point (1). 3.10.2 Mark the starting point ...
Safety measures and precautions Note the following: There must be sufficient clearance between the front-mounted implement and the road surface (4). A slight restriction of the field of view is acceptable if the driver can maintain a general view of the road surface.
Safety measures and precautions Risk of accidents due to inadequate steerability A tractor which is too small or which has inadequate front ballast cannot be manoeuvred safely or steered with adequate tracking WARNING stability. As a result, the driver or other road users may be injured or killed.
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Safety measures and precautions The following data are required for the calculation: from the tractor operating instructions, from the implement operating instructions, which are to be documented through remeasuring.
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Safety measures and precautions Data from tractor operating instructions Take the following data from your tractor's operating instructions: Abbreviation Data Tractor kerb weight (kg) _______ kg Front axle load (kg) of empty tractor _______ kg Rear axle load (kg) of empty tractor _______ kg Data from implement operating instructions ...
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Safety measures and precautions Calculation of minimum ballasting value at front G for rear mounting V min implement x (c + d) – T x b + (0.2 x T x b) V min a + b Enter the calculated minimum ballasting value, as required at the front of the tractor, into the table.
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Safety measures and precautions Calculation of actual rear axle load T H tat H tat V tat Enter the value for the calculated actual rear axle load and the permissible rear axle load as given in the tractor's operating instructions into the table. Tyre load-carrying capacity ...
Delivery of the implement DELIVERY OF THE IMPLEMENT The following items are supplied with your implement: Build sheet Operating instructions Spare parts list(s) On delivery of the implement, check it immediately to ensure that it is exactly what you ordered.
Layout and description LAYOUT AND DESCRIPTION Overview Frame Three-point connection Main tank Connection for combined filling and suction hose Level indicator Cover Additional tank Connection for filling hose Lighting equipment 10 Step 11 Divider 12 Mounting and transport device...
Layout and description Three-point connection The three-point connection consists of the coupling points for: the lower links (1) the top link (2) Several coupling points are provided for the lower links and top link to allow a good fit between the tractor and implement.
Layout and description Deflector The deflector (1) protects the crops from damage. Mounting and transport carriage The mounting and transport carriage (2) can be attached to the implement frame (1). It is designed for: Parking the implement. Pushing the implement manually using transport rollers (3).
Layout and description Tanks The tanks of the implement are only intended for water and liquid fertilisers. The implement has a main tank (1) and an additional tank (2). The tanks are inter- connected in the outlet area in such a way that individual use is not possible.
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Layout and description Below the tanks, there is a combination valve (8) with a connecting hose (9). The combination valve (8): Can be used to close the outlet and inlet to the tanks. Can be used to drain the contents of the tanks into a suitable collector.
Layout and description Combined filling and suction hose The LEMKEN combined filling and suction hose (1) requires the following connections on the rear-mounted implement: A suction connection (2). A filling connection (3). The hose (1) is used to fill and empty the tanks on the implement.
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Layout and description Signs The signs consist of: Warning boards (3) Orange reflectors (4) Side warning boards (5) (depending on national regulations)
Preparations on the tractor PREPARATIONS ON THE TRACTOR DANGER Lowering or raising the three-point linkage Incorrect setting or operation of the three-point linkage may cause uncontrolled movements. This may result in serious injury to the operator. Overview The following preparations must be made before attaching the implement to the tractor: ...
Preparations on the tractor 6.1.2 Provide and check the necessary electronic connections Damage to electrical components The tolerance range for the power supply is between 10 V and CAUTION 15 V. Overvoltages and undervoltages cause malfunctions and may destroy electrical and electronic components. Ensure that: ...
Preparations on the tractor The category of the three-point linkage on the tractor and the ca- tegory of the lower link and top link pins must correspond. Otherwise the lower link and top link pins may slip out of the connection when travelling on uneven ground or as a result of vib- ration.
Attaching the implement ATTACHING THE IMPLEMENT The implement must always be attached on firm, level ground. The implement should be attached in such a way that it can be lifted horizontally from the lowest position to the highest position provided. If this is not possible, the factory setting of the lower link and top link coupling points can be adjusted.
(1). The top link pin must be secured with: A washer (2) A peg (3) The implement can be mounted on a suitable existing platform or on the LEMKEN mounting and transport carriage. 7.1.1 Existing platform ...
Attaching the implement 7.1.2 LEMKEN mounting and transport carriage Push all the brakes (1) upwards to re- lease them. Push the implement manually on the transport rollers so that it is in front of the tractor coupling points.
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Attaching the implement Reverse the tractor for approx. 1 m. Secure the tractor to prevent it from rol- ling away. Switch off the tractor engine. Remove the ignition key. Remove the ball bushes on the lower link coupling points.
Attaching the implement Adjusting the coupling point for the top link Coupling points for the top link: O 3 = factory setting Couple the lower links to the implement and secure them. Lift the implement to the specified height using the tractor’s three-point linkage.
Switch off the tractor engine. Remove the ignition key. Remove the platform. Removing the LEMKEN mounting and transport carriage The mounting and transport carriage must always be parked on solid, level ground. Lower the implement to the ground using the tractor’s three-point linkage.
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Switch off the tractor engine. Remove the ignition key. Fit the safety device (1) on both sides of the LEMKEN mounting and transport car- riage. Push all the brakes (1) upwards to relea- se them.
The liquid fertiliser is suitable for these operating conditions. Cleaning with clear water is possible after spraying. Deflector 8.2.1 Detaching Detach the LEMKEN mounting and transport carriage, see «With the LEM- KEN mounting and transport carriage, page 77». Lift the implement to the maximum height using the tractor’s three-point...
Operation Loosen both nuts (1) on the deflector. Push the deflector (2) in the direction of travel. Pull the deflector (2) downwards to re- move it. 8.2.2 Attaching Lift the implement to the maximum height using the tractor’s three-point linkage.
Operation Both pins (2) must be facing in the direc- tion of travel. Both nuts (3) must be facing away from the direction of travel. Hold both pins under the front supports (4). Hold both nuts (3) under the rear sup- ports (5).
Operation 8.3.2 Pushing the step in Push the lever (1) sideways. Push the step (2) in as far as it will go. Lower the lever (1) to prevent the step (2) from moving. Filling and emptying tanks The tanks of the implement are only intended for water and liquid fertilisers.
Operation If the tanks are filled with liquid fertilisers, the user or the en- vironment may be harmed. WARNING Only fill the tanks with water and liquid fertilisers. Do not leave the implement unattended during filling. Observe the respective national and country-specific regulati- ons and standards on handling spraying agents;...
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Operation The filling connection is protected against back-flow. Filling from the water supply network must therefore take place via the filling connection. The connecting hose can be used for filling from a: Separate tank. Rear mounted implement. The tanks may only be filled up to the nominal volume. The difference between the nominal volume and the actual volume is intended as volume and pressure compensation for the relief valves on slopes.
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Operation Use the level indicator (5) to monitor tank filling. To ensure the tanks do not overflow: Stop filling the tanks in good time. Remove the filling hose. After filling, install the blind cap (3). With the connecting hose Prevent liquids from escaping or flowing back CAUTION When filling the tanks, make sure no liquids escape or flow back...
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Operation The LEMKEN combined filling and suc- tion hose (4). Connect the filling hose to the rear mounted implement. Make sure that no liquids can escape into the environment. Before filling the tanks, the drain must be secured with the blind cap (5).
Operation If the front tank is to be used in conjunction with the rear mounted implement: The filling hose can remain mounted to the front mounted implement, The setting at the combination valve do- es not have to be changed. If the filling hose is to be removed: ...
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Operation Make sure that: WARNING The front axle of the tractor is always loaded with at least 20% of the tare weight of the tractor and the empty implement com- bination. The tractor with the mounted implement always achieves the prescribed braking deceleration.
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At the connecting hose (2) connect: A filling hose (3) (The filling hose is used as a suction hose). The LEMKEN combined filling and suc- tion hose (4). Connect the filling hose to the rear mounted implement.
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Operation Extract the contents of the front tank with the rear mounted implement. Use the level indicator to monitor rear mounted implement filling. To ensure the rear mounted implement does not overflow: Stop purging the front tank in good time. ...
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Operation The remaining quantity can then be discharged and disposed of properly. Place a suitable collector underneath the connection so that no spraying agent runs uncontrolled onto the ground. If available: Remove the divider. See «Detaching, page 51». ...
Operation The draining speed can be infinitely ad- justed with the combination valve (1). After draining, close the combination va- lve (1). Install the blind cap (2). If available: Install the divider, see «Attaching, page 52». Use the collected liquid for further spraying.
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Operation Check the ballasting of the tractor-implement combination (front tank and rear-mounted im- plement), see 32 Fill the front tank and rear-mounted implement with water. Carry out a test run using all the operating functions. Follow these operating instructions and the operating instructions for the rear-mounted implement.
Cleaning CLEANING General information Never discharge contaminated water, spraying agent and liquid WARNING fertiliser along roadsides or into the sewage system. Collected agents must be disposed of as prescribed (contact competent authorities for waste disposal information) or reused (after consultation with the respective spraying agent manufactu- rer).
Cleaning Internal cleaning 9.2.1 General information Internal cleaning may only be carried out with clear water. If only clear water is filled in the front tank, internal cleaning and cleaning of the connecting hoses is not required. If liquid fertiliser is filled, the following must be cleaned: ...
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Cleaning Fold the lever (2) into the mount (3) to prevent the step (1) moving. Use the handles (3) as a climbing aid. Stand on the step (4). Turn the cover (5) to the left. Open the cover (5). ...
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Cleaning To do so, use: An external water hose or the external cleaning of the rear moun- ted implement. If the latter is used, water consumption is to be kept low and the cleaning water is to be reused for cleaning the rear moun- ted implement.
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Disconnect the following from the connecting hose during the suction pro- cess: Your filling hose (7) The LEMKEN combined filling and suc- tion hose (7). By disconnecting the respective hose during the suction process, the filling hose is already emptied as far as possible.
Cleaning External cleaning If necessary, the implement must be cleaned from the outside. Ideally, external cleaning should take place on the last cultivated surface. External cleaning may only be carried out with clear water. Cleaning water must not get into the surface water or the sewage system.
Cleaning External cleaning is absolutely necessary: If the implement is contaminated with spraying agent When changing the spraying agent, if the spraying agent will have an impact on the next surface being sprayed Before wintering Before inspecting the implement We recommend using the external cleaning of the rear mounted implement for the external cleaning of the front tank.
Cleaning 9.3.2 Liquid fertiliser in the front tank If it cannot be guaranteed that the clear water from the rear mounted implement can be used to sufficiently clean the complete implement combination, separate clear water must be kept on board to clean the front tanks. ...
Under a roof The implement can only be removed from the tractor’s three-point linkage if it is placed on: An existing platform owned by the farm with a minimum height of 300 mm The LEMKEN mounting and transport carriage.
Detaching the implement 10.1.1 With a non-transportable existing platform If the design of the existing platform is such that it cannot be transported with the implement on it: Place the existing platform at the desig- nated implement storage space. ...
Detaching the implement 10.1.2 With a transportable existing platform Position the existing platform so that it is parallel to the designated storage space for the front- and rear-mounted imple- ments. Position the tractor so that: the right side of the tractor is parallel to the designated storage space for the front- and rear-mounted implements.
Detaching the implement 10.1.3 With the LEMKEN mounting and transport carriage The implement must only be placed on the LEMKEN mounting WARNING and transport carriage: when the tanks are empty on firm, level ground Always move the implement manually when using the transport rollers with the LEMKEN mounting and transport carriage.
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the implement is raised and above the LEMKEN mounting and transport carria- Lower the implement onto the LEMKEN mounting and transport carriage. The holders (3) centre the implement on the LEMKEN mounting and transport carriage.
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The handles (4) make it easier to push the implement. Using a suitable aid, move the imple- ment to the right into its designated sto- rage space. Engage the brakes (1) on the LEMKEN mounting and transport carriage.
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Detaching the implement Detach the rear-mounted implement from the tractor. Move the rear-mounted implement into its designated storage space.
Wintering WINTERING Light (UV radiation) and weather conditions accelerate the aging process of the equipment materials. If possible, store the implement in a darkened place under co- ver. Clean the implement, see «Cleaning, page 66» To ensure no components are damaged by frost after cleaning: ...
Maintenance and repairs MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 12.1 Special safety instructions 12.1.1 General Risk of injury when carrying out maintenance and repair work There is always the risk of injury when carrying out maintenance and repair work. WARNING Use suitable tools, suitable climbing aids, platforms and support elements.
Maintenance and repairs 12.1.4 Immobilise the implement for maintenance and repairs Risk of accidents when tractor starts up Injuries may occur if the tractor starts moving during maintenance and repair work. Switch off the tractor engine before carrying out any work on the WARNING implement.
Maintenance and repairs 12.1.6 Working under the raised device Risk of accident due to lowering and extending of compo- nents and devices It is extremely dangerous to work under raised or next to retracted components and devices. WARNING Always secure the tractor to prevent it from rolling away. ...
Maintenance and repairs Risk of accident due to tool slipping off If applying a large force, e.g. when loosening bolts, the tool may WARNING slip off. This may result in hand injuries on sharp-edged parts. Avoid applying a large force by using suitable auxiliary equip- ment (e.g.
Maintenance and repairs The grease nipples are protected against dirt by protecting caps. Replace defective or missing protecting caps immediately. Maintain the implement according to the instructions in the section entitled "Maintenance intervals". Additional tasks once the season is over ...
Maintenance and repairs 12.5 Lashing straps 12.5.1 Check The lashing straps (1) must lie against the filled tanks (2) and must be slightly pre- tensioned. Check the condition and tension of the lashing straps (1) after every spraying season. ...
Maintenance and repairs 12.6 Tightening torques 12.6.1 General Secure self-locking nuts that have been loosened against working themselves loose again by: Replacing them against new self-locking nuts Using lock washers Using locking compounds such as Loctite The tightening torques set out below refer to screw connections that are not specifically mentioned in these operating instructions.
Technical data TECHNICAL DATA 13.1 Dimensions L = Length [mm]: 1500 B = Width [mm]: 1850 H = Height [mm]: 1300 S = centre of gravity, full [mm]: = Minimum parking height re- quired [mm]:...
Technical data 13.2 Weights Maximum weight, empty [kg]: Maximum weight, full [kg] (1): 1900 The actual weights may differ from those in the table depending on the equipment installed on the implement. The implement must be weighed to establish the exact weight: ...
Technical data 13.4.2 Locating point for fork-lift forks Width [mm] Height [mm] Minimum length of fork-lift forks [mm] 1200 13.5 Three-point connection Permissible maximum speed [km/h]: Top link connection [category]: Lower link connection [category]: Lower link spacing [category]: Top link: Coupling points [num- ber]: ...
Noise, Airborne Sound NOISE, AIRBORNE SOUND The noise level of the implement does not exceed 70 dB (A) during work. NOTES As the version of equipment is depending from the order, the equipment of your implement and its description concerned may deviate in some cases. To ensure a continuously updating of the technical features, we reserve the right to modify the design, equipment and technique.
Index INDEX ATTACHING THE IMPLEMENT ................44 Axle loads ......................28 Delivery of the implement ..................33 DETACHING THE IMPLEMENT ................. 74 Liquid flow ......................36 Maintenance......................82 Preparations on the tractor .................. 41 Repairs ........................ 82 Spraying below zero .................... 51 Technical Data ....................
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