Table of Contents INTRODUCTION AND IDENTIFICATION OF SERIAL NUMBER ................. 6 NFORMATION ............................6 OCATION OF USER MANUAL ........................6 OCATION OF SERIAL NUMBER ........................7 ARRANTY PROVISION ..........................7 SAFETY ..............................8 ENERAL ............................8 OISE LEVEL ............................10 ............................
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MINIMAX Driving and operating ........................25 Retrofitting ..........................26 MAINTENANCE ............................. 27 UBRICATION ............................27 DJUSTMENTS ............................. 28 Adjustment of fittings ......................... 28 Wheels ............................28 Worn out parts ..........................29 YDRAULICS ............................29 REPLACEMENT AND REPAIRS ........................ 30 YDRAULICS ............................
• If there are doubts regarding reading the user guide or concerning the general use and safety of the drum, it is very important to stop its use and contact the DALBO A/S. Location of user manual Fig. 1 The user manual can be found in a plastic case on the machine’s...
Year of manufacture. CE imprinting. Warranty provision By default, your MINIMAX is delivered with a 2-year warranty from the date of delivery. DALBO A/S shall bear no liability for damage caused by the im- proper use of the drum. Page 7...
MINIMAX Safety You will see this symbol in the instruction manual each time advice is given about your safety, the safety of other users, or the functional safety of the machine. All safety instructions must be observed and made available to all users of the ma- chine.
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Remove the white foil sticker from the label and stick the label onto the new part. • You can order a new safety label from the DALBO A/S • There should be no passerby around the machine during work or transportation.
MINIMAX • We recommend the operator assigned to the machine not to wear clothing that could be caught by the machine. • During the use, the machine could emit dust. It is advised to verify the filters on the cabin ventilation system periodically or use suitable protection systems for the respiratory tracts such as anti-dust mask.
MINIMAX • Hydraulic oil that flies out under high pressure can penetrate through the skin and cause serious injuries. Seek professional medical assistance immediately in the event of any injury. • Do not use the controls or flexible tubes as handles. These components are mo- bile and do not offer a stable support.
MINIMAX Driving on roads • When driving on public roads, all safety arrangements and warnings required by law must be installed and tested. The driver is responsible for the correct use of lights, brake systems and traffic signs in accordance with traffic laws. •...
Incorrect rigging and lifting can cause serious damage to the machine and to persons around it. DALBO does not accept liability for damage in connection with inappropriate or incorrect rigging and lifting. Page 14...
MINIMAX 950 As a drum, MINIMAX 950 is used before sowing to crush tubers as well as after sow- ing to improve sprouting and push down stones. The MINIMAX 950 can be optionally fitted with hydraulic crackerboards. The main application of the crackerboard is in preparing the soil for sowing.
MINIMAX Connecting and disconnecting Connecting Fig. 3 The drum is connected to the tractor's fixed drawbar, where the towing eye (A) must be be- tween the drawbar's forks. The lever is inserted, the support leg raised and placed in the working position (B) ...
MINIMAX Settings The drum is factory set at delivery, but fine tuning will always be necessary before use. Many different adjustment options make your drums more versatile and allow the potential to gain optimal use of the machine. In order to achieve uniform pressure on the ground, the bar must be adjusted cor- rectly for the tractor concerned.
MINIMAX Adjustment of Central Section Fig. 6 With the MINIMAX unfolded (see “Driving and operating”) check if the bolts (A) have approx. 10 mm air to the pipe (B). The central section must be horizon- tal to achieve the best result in the field.
MINIMAX Driving and operating Proper operation is important in order to get optimal performance from your drum. This applies not only to working in the field but also in terms of safety. It is there- fore crucial that you have thoroughly read the safety precautions that cover the machine.
MINIMAX Folding Fig. 11 1. The unfolded and folded cylin- ders (marked: Red) are activat- ed, so that the outside of the side sections (A) are lifted as much as possible. Fig. 12 2. The tilt cylinders (marked: White) are activated to full length and the drum is tilted free of the ground Fig.
MINIMAX Adjustments of hydraulic weight transfer The hydraulic weight transfer distributes the weight evenly on the drum sections. 1. After the drum is unfolded, pressure is taken out of the unfolded and folded cylinders (marked: Red), after which the cylinders' control lever is activat- ed in the opposite direction.
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MINIMAX It is recommended that the machine be driven at 6-10 km/h, but driving should al- ways be done according to conditions. If the speed is increased, wear will also increase, especially under dry conditions. There is also a risk of damaging the rings by driving at excessively high speeds un- der adverse conditions.
MINIMAX Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy • Too little pressure is • The hydraulic lever for unfold- The central section is pressing too being transferred to ing/folding is activated in such a way much the side sections that it is creating more pressure on the side sections (see “Driving and Operat- ing”).
MINIMAX Additional Equipment It is possible to equip the MaxiMax 950 with different types of extra equipment • Crackerboards with bowed parts • Gabions • Light Sets • Air brakes • Hydraulic brakes Crackerboard The clear advantages of the crackerboards are that the teeth can be moved indi- vidually so that they give after meeting with local resistance.
MINIMAX Hose markings Table 4. Hose markings Cylinder name Col- Outlet Function Depth adjustment / Green Double-acting Adjusts the crackerboard's Angle adjustment working depth Adjustment of the teeth's angle and depth Fig. 16 The crackerboard's working depth and angle are hydraulically (A) adjustable. The depth and angle settings are done in the same function.
MINIMAX Retrofitting The crackerboard can be mounted at the factory, but it can also be delivered later if the need arises. For mounting, a crane or similar auxiliary equipment will be required. Fig. 18 1 Unfolding the MINIMAX. 2 The mid-section is mounted in the flanges (A).
MINIMAX Maintenance Good maintenance ensures a long life for the drum and therefore optimal use of the machine. Which is why grease fittings have been installed in places where wear is greatest. All screw connections must be tightened after the first day of work. Cotter pins and bolts should be checked to avoid breakdowns.
MINIMAX Worn out parts Fig. 24 The slides are factory-fitted in the upper holes on the tooth. The slides must be moved to the lower holes (A) before wear starts to appear on the teeth. After the slides are worn out. Positioned in the lower holes, replace the slides so that no wear occurs on the crack- erboard.
MINIMAX Replacement and repairs Safety is crucial in regard to all repair work on the drum. The following points must therefore be observed at all times, as well as the points under safety at the begin- ning of the instruction manual. When replacing cylinders, always fill the cylinder with oil before subjecting it to ...
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MINIMAX There must never be people within the machine's operating radius. Replacement of the gaskets DISMANTLING: 1. Empty the cylinder of oil, (if necessary, use compressed air to move the piston back and forth to push the oil out). 2. Drive the piston in the centre position. The cap (pos. 3) is unscrewed 30 mm. If the cap is stuck, it may help to warm up the front of the cap.
MINIMAX Changing the tilt cylinder Fig. 27 The drum is unfolded and lowered onto the base (working position). The pressure is re- moved from the tilt cylinders (A). 1. The hoses are disconnected from the cylinder. 2. The cylinder is supported. 3.
MINIMAX Change the gaskets on the tilt cylinder Fig. 28 1. The cylinder is emptied of oil by moving the piston carefully back and forth. 2. Move the piston into the centre position, after which the end cap (pos. 3) is un- screwed from the cylinder tube (pos.
MINIMAX Additional Equipment - Changing the cylinder to crackerboard Fig. 29 1. MINIMAX is unfolded while resting on the ground. 2. The crackerboard is lowered and the pressure is removed from the hydraulic system. 3. The hoses are disconnected from the cylinder.
MINIMAX 1 New seals and a sleeve are mounted. 2 The thread on the cap (pos. 3) and the cylinder tube (pos. 1) are lubricated with oil or grease. 3 The cap (pos. 3) is mounted on the piston rod. The sleeve (pos.
MINIMAX Removing/mounting wheels on the ground To remove wheels, unfold the drum with the rings resting on the base. The wheels will not therefore touch the ground. The wheel nuts are removed and the wheel can be replaced. After installing the new wheel, screw the nuts on and tighten with a “firm hand”.
MINIMAX Dismantling the drum body The repair is performed on a flat surface with the drum connected to a tractor and unfolded with the rings resting on the ground. It would be a great help to have a crane or something similar available for both the dismantling and assembly. Replacement of the drum body on the side sections If no crane is available, both axles on the side sections must be removed to prevent the drum overturning.
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MINIMAX The hydraulic system must not be activated when there are persons within the machine's operating radius. Page 39...
MINIMAX Disposal The drum must be unfolded. It is crucial that the pressure is released from all the cylinders. When dismantling/assembling, attention should be directed towards the weight on the part in question. It is therefore important that this part be supported or lifted up, so there is no risk of collapse or overturning.