LEMKEN Opal 090E Operating Instructions Manual

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Operating Instructions
Reversibles ploughs
Opal 090E
- en -
Item no . 17511193
03/08.18
LEMKEN India Agro Equipment Pvt Ltd.
Plot No. D-59, MIDC,
Butibori, Nagpur - 441108,
Maharashtra, India
Phone: +91 - 7104-305400
Fax: +91 - 7104-305444
E-Mail: lemkenindia@lemken.com

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions Reversibles ploughs Opal 090E - en - Item no . 17511193 03/08.18 LEMKEN India Agro Equipment Pvt Ltd. Plot No. D-59, MIDC, Butibori, Nagpur - 441108, Maharashtra, India Phone: +91 - 7104-305400 Fax: +91 - 7104-305444 E-Mail: lemkenindia@lemken.com...
  • Page 3 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 India Agro Equipment Pvt Ltd.device and the options available for using it.
  • Page 4 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 India Agro Equipment Pvt Ltd. They also increase the maintenance costs.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents CONTENTS General ........................7 Copyright ........................7 Optional accessories ....................7 Symbols used in the Operating Instructions ............8 Hazard classes ......................8 Information........................8 Environmental protection ..................... 8 Indication of passages ....................9 Safety measures and precautions ................. 10 Target group ........................
  • Page 6 Contents 3.10 Operating the device safely ..................25 3.10.1 General information ....................25 3.10.2 Personnel selection and qualifications ..............26 3.10.3 Hydraulic system ....................27 Handing over the Implement .................. 28 Layout and description ................... 29 Overview ........................29 Description........................29 5.2.1 Headstock ........................
  • Page 7 Contents Uncoupling the implement ..................38 Specific safety information..................38 General ......................... 38 10 Driving on public roads ..................40 10.1 Laws and regulations ....................40 11 Operation ......................... 41 11.1 Specific safety information..................41 11.2 Turning the plough frame ................... 42 11.3 Setting the front furrow width ..................
  • Page 8 Contents 13 Maintenance and repairs ..................51 13.1 Special safety instructions ..................51 13.1.1 General ........................51 13.1.2 Working under the raised device ................51 13.1.3 Immobilise the implement for maintenance and repairs ......... 52 13.1.4 Working on the hydraulics ..................52 13.1.5 Personnel qualifications ..................
  • Page 9: General

    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.
  • Page 10: Symbols Used In The Operating Instructions

    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.
  • Page 11: Indication Of Passages

    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...
  • Page 12: Safety Measures And Precautions

    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.
  • Page 13: Safety Features Of The Device

    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 which ensures safe operation.
  • Page 14: Warning Sticker Positions

    Safety measures and precautions 3.4.2 Warning sticker positions...
  • Page 15: Meaning Of Warning Signs

    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.
  • Page 16 Safety measures and precautions When the three-point power lift is activat- ed, stay outside of the lifting range of the three-point suspension. The Optiquick adjustment centre Top link pin position...
  • Page 17: Special Safety Instructions

    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.
  • Page 18 Safety measures and precautions Risk of injury when freeing casualties When rescuing people trapped or injured by the device, there is a risk of additional serious injury to the casualty if the hydraulic con- nections were not connected according to their colour coding as described in the section entitled "Required hydraulic equipment".
  • Page 19: Danger Areas During Implement Operation

    Safety measures and precautions 3.5.1 Danger areas during implement operation Moving danger area The danger area around the implement moves with the implement during operation. The danger area includes the area extending across the entire width (a) of the implement in the direction of WARNING travel.
  • Page 20: Hazard Caused By Mechanical Systems

    Safety measures and precautions 3.6.1 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, ...
  • Page 21: Operation On Public Highways

    Safety measures and precautions Operation on public highways 3.8.1 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.
  • Page 22: Axle Loads

    Safety measures and precautions 3.8.3 Axle loads Implements mounted to the front and rear three-point linkage must not result in the following being exceeded:  permissible gross weight of tractor,  permissible axle loads of tractor,  the tractor's tyre load-carrying capacities. The tractor's front axle must always be loaded with at least 20 % of the tractor's curb weight.
  • Page 23 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 ...
  • Page 24 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.
  • Page 25: Check Before Departure

    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 ...
  • Page 26: Correct Behaviour In Road Traffic

    Safety measures and precautions  Ensure that visibility is adequate. Observe permitted axle loads, total weights and transportation dimensions. 3.8.5 Correct behaviour in road traffic  When driving on public highways, observe the relevant statutory national regu- lations. Driving behaviour, steering and braking performance are influenced by ballast weights.
  • Page 27: Operating The Device Safely

    Safety measures and precautions  Do not alter, retrofit or modify the device, potentially impairing safety, without the approval of the manufacturer. The manufacturer is not liable for any damage resulting from arbitrary modifications to the device!  Operate the device only in compliance with all connection and default values provided by the manufacturer! ...
  • Page 28: Personnel Selection And Qualifications

    Safety measures and precautions  Never stand between tractor and device. This is only permitted when the tractor is secured against rolling away by the parking brake and the chocks.  Always keep the device in a clean state to prevent the risk of fire. ...
  • Page 29: Hydraulic System

    Safety measures and precautions 3.10.3 Hydraulic system  The hydraulic system is under high pressure.  When connecting hydraulic cylinders and motors, ensure that the specified hy- draulic hose connection is used.  When connecting the hydraulic hoses to the tractor hydraulics, make sure that the hydraulic system is depressurised on both the tractor and the implement.
  • Page 30: Handing Over The Implement

    Handing over the Implement HANDING OVER THE IMPLEMENT  As soon as the implement is delivered, ensure that it corresponds with the order package.  Also check the type and completeness of any supplied accessories. When the device is handed over, your dealer will explain how it works. ...
  • Page 31: Layout And Description

    Layout and description LAYOUT AND DESCRIPTION Overview 1 Headstock 5 Plough body 2 Cross shaft 6 Basic frame 3 Stand 7 Turnover device 4 Optiquick adjustment centre Description 5.2.1 Headstock The headstock with top link pin and cross shaft conforms to ISO 730. Cross shaft L2/Z2 conforms to category 2.
  • Page 32: Stand

    Layout and description 5.2.2 Stand The stand ensures stability when the footing condition deteriorates. 5.2.3 Optiquick adjustment system The plough line and the front furrow width can be adjusted independently. This permits ploughing without lateral force at every working width. 5.2.4 Plough bodies Dural The plough body consists of:...
  • Page 33: Preparations On Tractor

    Preparations on tractor PREPARATIONS ON TRACTOR Tyres The air pressure must be identical, particularly on the rear tractor tyres. Under dif- ficult conditions, additional wheel weights should be used or the tyres topped up evenly with water. See operating instructions of the tractor manufacturer. Lifting rods The lifting rods should be adjusted so they are as short as possible and of equal length.
  • Page 34: Hydraulic Equipment Required

    Preparations on tractor Hydraulic equipment required The implement is supplied as standard with separate hydraulic couplings for each consumer. The protecting caps on the hydraulic couplings are coloured and the hydraulic couplings themselves are marked alphanumerically. In order to operate the hydraulic devices, the tractor must be equipped with a double-acting spool valve.
  • Page 35: Preparing The Implement

    Preparing the implement PREPARING THE IMPLEMENT General Before using the implement for the first time, we recommend that you set it up as described below while you are still in the yard and familiarise yourself with the im- plement and its functions. The settings are adjusted with the implement mounted on the tractor.
  • Page 36: Clearance Required For Turning

    Preparing the implement Clearance required for turning  Lift the plough completely before turning  Check whether there is sufficient clear- ance between the plough and the ground for turning. If there is insufficient clearance:  Turn the inner screw (3) to make it long- ...
  • Page 37: Three-Point Connection

    Preparing the implement Three-point connection Loss of the implement The category of the three-point linkage on the tractor and the cat- WARNING egory of the cross shaft and top link pin must correspond, other- wise the cross shaft and top link pin may slip out of the connection when travelling on uneven ground or as a result of vibration.
  • Page 38: Attaching The Implement

    Attaching the implement ATTACHING THE IMPLEMENT Specific safety information Risk of injury from the parked implement  Never enter the danger zone between the tractor and imple- ment. WARNING  Read and observe the "Safety measures and precautions" sec- tion and the special safety instructions "Risk of injury from the parked implement".
  • Page 39 Attaching the implement  Connect the top link. The top link should slope upwards towards the plough during ploughing work.  Secure the top link pin (4). Only use the top link pin supplied with the plough.  Switch the tractor hydraulic system to the float position.
  • Page 40: Uncoupling The Implement

    Uncoupling the implement UNCOUPLING THE IMPLEMENT Specific safety information Risk of injury from the parked implement  Never enter the danger zone between the tractor and imple- ment. WARNING  Read and observe the "Safety measures and precautions" sec- tion and the special safety instructions "Risk of injury from the parked implement".
  • Page 41 Uncoupling the implement  Release the pressure from the hydraulic hoses. See the tractor manufacturer's operating instructions.  Remove the top link from the plough headstock (1).  Disconnect the hydraulic hoses and electrical cables.  Fit the protecting caps. ...
  • Page 42: Driving On Public Roads

    Driving on public roads DRIVING ON PUBLIC ROADS 10.1 Laws and regulations All national laws and regulations relating to transport on public roads must be ob- served.
  • Page 43: Operation

    Operation OPERATION 11.1 Specific safety information  Read and observe the "Safety measures and precautions" sec- tion. CAUTION  This implement should always be used, operated and repaired by persons who are familiar with it and aware of the risks. ...
  • Page 44: Turning The Plough Frame

    Operation 11.2 Turning the plough frame  Observe the safety and precautionary measures, see page 10. DANGER  Before turning the plough, always ensure that nobody is stand- ing within the folding and swivelling range of the plough.  Only operate the turnover device from the tractor cab. ...
  • Page 45: Setting The Front Furrow Width

    Operation 11.3 Setting the front furrow width 11.3.1 General information The front furrow width must be set to correspond to the working width of the fol- lowing plough base with the Optiquick setting system. 11.3.2 Front furrow width Set the front furrow width using the outer screw (2).
  • Page 46: Setting The Tractor/Plough Pull Line

    Operation 11.4 Setting the tractor/plough pull line Set the tractor/plough pull line using the inner screw (4). There should be no side pull.  If the tractor pulls towards the ploughed land:  Loosen the lock nut (3).  Turn the screw (4) to make it shorter. ...
  • Page 47: Angle

    Operation 11.5 Angle 11.5.1 General information When ploughing, the base blade should be almost vertical to the ground as seen from the direction of travel. The correct angle is set when the ploughing pattern is uniform. If this is not the case, then the angular adjustment must be altered as described below.
  • Page 48: Working Depth

    Operation 11.6 Working depth The working depth is set using the tractor hydraulic system. For information on adjusting the hydraulic system, see the operating instructions from the relevant tractor manufacturer.  Always switch the hydraulic system to draft control or mixed control. 11.7 DURAL plough bodies 11.7.1 Pitch angle...
  • Page 49: Working Width Per Body

    Operation 11.7.2 Working width per body The working width per body can be ad- justed using wedges (1) which are bolted in place between the leg (2) and the frog (3). Three working widths per body are possible.  Narrow side of the wedge (1) pointing forwards =>...
  • Page 50: Tail Pieces

    Operation 11.7.3 Tail Pieces The tail pieces (2) being positioned at the end of the mouldboards (1) help to turn the furrow slice.  Adjust all tail pieces uniformly. Set too deeply, they can cause soil to fall back into the furrow. 11.7.4 Sword Coulter ...
  • Page 51: Shearing Protection

    Operation 11.8 Shearing protection There are crushing points and shearing points in the area around the shearing protection. DANGER  Never stand in the plough body trip zone while ploughing is tak- ing place. The plough bodies trip upwards when the shear bolt is overload- ...
  • Page 52: Put The Implement Out Of Operation

    Put the implement out of operation PUT THE IMPLEMENT OUT OF OPERATION 12.1 Shutting down the implement in an emergency  In an emergency shut down the implement via the tractor.  Switch the tractor engine off.  Remove the ignition key. Damage caused by improper storage of the implement If incorrectly or improperly stored, the implement may be dam- CAUTION...
  • Page 53: Maintenance And Repairs

    Maintenance and repairs MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 13.1 Special safety instructions 13.1.1 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.
  • Page 54: Immobilise The Implement For Maintenance And Repairs

    Maintenance and repairs 13.1.3 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.
  • Page 55: Protective Equipment

    Maintenance and repairs 13.1.6 Protective equipment CAUTION Risk of accident due to working without protective equipment There is always an increased risk of accidents when carrying out maintenance work and repairs.  Always wear appropriate protective equipment. 13.1.7 Utilised tool Risk of accident due to use of unsuitable tool WARNING If working with an unsuitable or defective tool, there is a risk of ac-...
  • Page 56: Environmental Protection

     Replace damaged or faulty hydraulic hoses im- mediately. Hydraulic hoses must be replaced within six years from the date of manufacture. Always use LEMKEN-approved hydraulic hoses. Safety equipment Check that the safety equipment is working proper- ly. See «Safety features of the device, page 11».
  • Page 57: Weekly Checks

    Maintenance and repairs 13.3.3 Weekly checks Check What needs to be done?  Tighten all the bolts and nuts on the implement Bolted connections to the appropriate tightening torque. See «Tightening torques, page 55».  If necessary, secure the bolted connections with locking compound.
  • Page 58: Bolts And Nuts Made Of Steel

    Maintenance and repairs 13.4.2 Bolts and nuts made of steel Strength category Diameter 8.8 [Nm*] 10.9 [Nm*] 12.9 [Nm*] 13,6 16,3 23,4 32,9 39,6 M 10 46,2 64,8 77,8 M 12 80,0 M 14 M 16 M 20 M 24 1112 M 30 1314...
  • Page 59: Lubrication Chart

    Maintenance and repairs 13.5.2 Lubrication chart Every Before and after a long operating hours break Turnover device bearing √ √ pivots Optiquick adjustment centre √ √ Turnbuckles √ Screw thread of the inclination adjust- √ ment device...
  • Page 60: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTING 14.1 Hydraulic equipment Fault Cause Solution  Fit a smaller throttle in Plough rattles during the Plough frame is moving first stage of turning. ahead, a vacuum is crea- turnover ted in the turnover ram. connection (T). Plough frame turns as far he tractor hydraulics are preset switchover...
  • Page 61 Troubleshooting Fault Cause Solution  Increase preset The plough frame turns The pre-set switchover switchover pressure by but the turnover ram swit- pressure is too low. fitting additional ches over before washers (U). reaching the half-turned  Check the bearings. The bearings of the tur- position and the plough ...
  • Page 62: Plough Penetration And Depth Control, Slippage

    Troubleshooting 14.2 Plough penetration and depth control, slippage Fault Cause Solution  Retract Plough does not stay in Penetration force too low body the ground. = Reduce the distance between the point and the frame (not more than 2 cm). ...
  • Page 63: Technical Data

    Technical data TECHNICAL DATA 15.1 Permissible power range and weight Number of Weight Description Tractor power furrows approx. kg Opal 090E 30-45 22-33 Opal 090E 2 + 1 45-60 33-44 Opal 090E 45-60 33-44 Opal 090E 3 + 1 60-85 44-63 15.2...
  • Page 64 Technical data Layout of the type plate Illustration: Example of a type plate 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)
  • Page 65: Index

    Index INDEX Angular adjustment ..................... 45 Axle loads ......................20 Dural ........................30 DURAL plough bodies ..................46 Front furrow width ....................43 Hydraulic equipment .................... 32 Hydraulics ......................31 MAINTENANCE ....................51 Pitch angle ......................46 Plough bodies ....................30 Power range ......................

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