Farmet SOFTER SF600PRO Operating Manual
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- Page 1 OPERATING MANUAL SOFTER SF500PRO | SF600PRO SF700PRO | SF800PRO Edition : 4 | effective from: 1. 4. 2024 Farmet a. s. phone: +420 491 450 111 Id. No.: 46504931 web: www.farmet.eu Jiřinková 276 GSM: +420 774 715 738 Tax Id. No.: CZ46504931 e-mail: dzt@farmet.cz...
- Page 2 SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO Dear Customer, The agricultural machine you have purchased is a high-quality product of Farmet a.s. Česká Skalice You can fully utilise the advantages of your machine after thoroughly studying the operating manual. The serial number of the machine is punched on the production label and written in the operating manual (see Table 1).
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO TABLE OF CONTENTS MACHINE LIMIT PARAMETERS ..........................5 Technical parameters ............................5 Safety statement ..............................6 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE ......................... 7 Protective tools ..............................7 MACHINE TRANSPORT USING TRANSPORT MEANS ..................8 MACHINE HANDLING USING LIFTING EQUIPMENT .................. - Page 4 Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO Depth connecting rods for the front row .................... 49 Tracing wheel position......................... 50 Roller positions ............................ 50 Towing lug wear check ........................51 Air jet drainage ............................ 52 TROUBLESHOOTING ............................. 53 Unfolding and folding .......................... 53 Field work ............................
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Page 5: Machine Limit Parameters
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO MACHINE LIMIT PARAMETERS • The machine is designed for soil ploughing up to a depth of 13cm (5,1 in) when agricultural soil cultivation. Another type of use exceeding the determined purpose is forbidden. •... -
Page 6: Safety Statement
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO SAFETY STATEMENT This warning sign warns about an immediate dangerous situation ending with death or severe injury . This warning sign warns about a dangerous situation ending with death or severe injury . This warning sign warns about a situation that may end with a smaller or slight injury. -
Page 7: General Instructions For Use
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE • The machine is made in accordance with the latest equipment state and approved safety regulations. However, dangers of user or third person injury or machine damage or creation of other material damage may arise during use. -
Page 8: Machine Transport Using Transport Means
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO MACHINE TRANSPORT USING TRANSPORT MEANS The transport means designed for machine transport must have the load capacity minimally identical with the weight of the transported machine. The total weight of the machine is stated on the production label. The dimensions of the transported machine including the transport means must comply with the valid regulations for road traffic (decrees, laws). -
Page 9: Machine Handling Using Lifting Equipment
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO MACHINE HANDLING USING LIFTING EQUIPMENT The lifting equipment and tying means designed for handling of the machine must have their load capacity at least identical with the weight of the handled machine. Machine fastening for handling may only be performed in places designed for that and marked with self- adhesive labels showing the "chain"... -
Page 10: Work Safety Labels
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO WORK SAFETY LABELS Warning safety labels serve for operator protection. General: A) Strictly observe the warning safety labels. B) All safety instructions also apply to other users. C) Upon damage or destruction of the aforementioned "SAFETY LABEL" located on the machine, THE OPERATOR IS OBLIGED TO REPLACE IT WITH A NEW ONE!!! The position, appearance, and precise meaning of work safety labels on the machine is determined in the following tables (... - Page 11 Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO P 42 H The pressure vessel is under gas and oil pressure. Execute disassembly and repairs only according to the instructions in the manual. P 50 H When folding and unfolding the side frames, stay outside their reach.
- Page 12 Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO Table 4 Information Labels POSITION LABEL TEXT NUMBER Designation of the hydraulic circuits and their functions Valve control panel Yellow circuit in the floating position (tracing the drawbar) Setting the drawbar washers according to the tractor hitch height Transport axle wheels/tracing wheels torque 360 kPa...
- Page 13 Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO Picture 2 – Location of safety labels on the machine SOFTER PRO P20H P37H P53H P37H P53H P50H P37H P20H P53H P20H P42H P50H P13H P20H P101H P50H P39H P53H P50H P37H P52H P20H P50H...
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Page 14: Description
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 1 DESCRIPTION The SOFTER PRO machine is constructed as semi-carried. The basic version consists of a drawbar equipped with a loop for the fixed suspension pin or carrier bar for TBZ, a central frame with the transportation axle two side frames. -
Page 15: Hydraulic Valve Function
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 1.2 HYDRAULIC VALVE FUNCTION • There are three levers that control the closing and two-way valves on the SOFTER PRO machine. • The panel is located on the left side of the drawbar (Picture) Attention! The machine may move suddenly when some of the valves are changed over. -
Page 16: Hydraulic Diagram Of The Machine
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 1.3 HYDRAULIC DIAGRAM OF THE MACHINE Folding, axle, disc depth, flexible leveller (by equipment) Side and edge frame folding Red circuit Hooks to secure frames for transport Black circuit Axle – short piston rod Yellow circuit Axle –... -
Page 17: Brake Distribution Of The Machine
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 1.4 BRAKE DISTRIBUTION OF THE MACHINE • The standard version of the machine includes a single-circuit two-line braking system by KNORR BREMSE. • Braking is provided by pneumatic brake cylinders. • The parking brake is mechanical, controlled by a jack on the axle. •... -
Page 18: Hand Brake Control Valve
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 1.4.2 Hand brake control valve The manual brake is controlled with a jack and a lever on the axle. When engaging and releasing the brake, always turn the jack to the end stop. The parking brake is only functional when the step of the brake levers on both wheels is correctly adjusted. -
Page 19: Lighting Equipment
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 1.5 LIGHTING EQUIPMENT • The electric system is designed for direct-current power supply at 12V. • The lighting equipment has to be activated when driving on roads. • The trailer plug connection is shown in the table (Table 6) •... -
Page 20: Hydraulic Frame Lock (Sf800Pro, Sf700Pro)
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 1.6 HYDRAULIC FRAME LOCK (SF800PRO, SF700PRO) • The machine is equipped with a hydraulic system for locking the side frames during transport transport • The hooks prevent unintentional unfolding, or unfolding Locking due to external forces, or due to a broken hose of side hooks frame folding... -
Page 21: Transport Rests On The Axle
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 1.8 TRANSPORT RESTS ON THE AXLE • The transport rests on the axle are used as a safety component when driving on roads • When the machine is lowered down onto the rests, the transportation height of the machine is below 4m (13,1 ft) (SF800PRO) •... -
Page 22: Device Against Unauthorized Use
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 1.9 DEVICE AGAINST UNAUTHORIZED USE • Each machine is supplied with a device against unauthorized use • The device is used according to the hitch type as shown in the picture 6 •... -
Page 23: Machine Assembly At The Customer
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 2 MACHINE ASSEMBLY AT THE CUSTOMER • The operator must perform the assembly according to the instructions of the producer, best in cooperation with the expert servicing technician determined by the producer. •... -
Page 24: Agregation To A Tractor
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 3.1 AGREGATION TO A TRACTOR • The machine can be connected only to a tractor, whose curb weight is identical or higher than the overall weight of the connected machine. • The machine operator must observe all generally valid regulations of work safety, health protection, fire safety, and environmental protection. -
Page 25: Hydraulics Connection
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 3.2 HYDRAULICS CONNECTION • Connect the hydraulics only when the hydraulic circuits of the machine and the tractor (aggregate) are in a pressure-less condition. • The hydraulic system is under high pressure. Regularly check for leaks and immediately remove obvious damage of all lines, hoses, and pipe unions. -
Page 26: Setting The Tractor Flow Rate
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO • To reduce the number of circuits required in the tractor, it is possible to use an electronic hydraulic circuit switch. (Chapter 6) • The circuit breaker combines the red, black and blue circuits into one circuit, red. 3.2.1 Setting the tractor flow rate •... -
Page 27: Machine Folding And Unfolding
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 3.3 MACHINE FOLDING AND UNFOLDING • The hydraulics for the folding and unfolding must be connected to the double-action control unit. • The operator must ensure that during folding and unfolding of the side frames, no person or animal is within their reach (i.e. - Page 28 Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO Picture 10 – Machine position for folding Picture 11 – Machine position for unfolding 28 │ 67...
- Page 29 Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO Machine unfolding procedure SF800PRO/ SF700PRO– work position Initial condition: The machine is lifted on the axle (transport height of up to 4 m / 13,1 ft), the side frames are secured with a hook, both levers switched to the transport position Use the lever to open the valves of the axle and folding circuits.
- Page 30 Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO Machine Folding Procedure SF800PRO/ SF700PRO – Transport Position Initial condition: The machine is lifted for turning at headland, the locking hooks are in the bottom position Set the right lever for the axle lock to the transport position.
- Page 31 Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO Machine unfolding procedure SF600PRO/ SF500PRO– work position Initial condition: The machine is lifted on the axle, the side frames are secured with a hook , both levers switched to the transport position. Use the lever to open the valves of the axle and folding circuits.
- Page 32 Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO Machine Folding Procedure SF600PRO/ SF500PRO – Transport Position Initial condition: The machine is lifted for turning at headland Set the right lever for the axle lock to the transport position. Set the deflectors to the transport position.
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Page 33: Machine Transport On Roads
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 4 MACHINE TRANSPORT ON ROADS Transport position of SOFTER PRO • Connect the machine to the tractor by the fixed bottom hitch using a pin or a ball . • Bring the machine into the transport position. •... -
Page 34: Sharp Machine Projection
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO CHECKING THE NUTS ON THE TRANSPORT AXLE ▪ Use the plastic arrow “Check Point” to check for loose nuts. It promptly shows the condition of the nuts, whether they are loose or not. ▪... -
Page 35: Machine Adjustment
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 5 MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 5.1 MACHINE WORKING DEPTH ADJUSTMENT Picture 13 – Machine adjustment Setting the plain of the Connecting drawbars of Spots for setting the Tractive pole machine with washers the front and rear row working depths h –... -
Page 36: Washers On The Drawbar
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 5.2 WASHERS ON THE DRAWBAR • The number of washers is adjusted Picture 15 Washers on the drawbar hydraulic according to the height h of the tractor fixed hitch above ground ( Picture 13) •... -
Page 37: Setting The Front Equipment
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 5.3 SETTING THE FRONT EQUIPMENT Picture 17 Front tool piston rod • The front equipment is set from the cabin by the blue hydraulic circuit • The position and pressure are set during work machine •... -
Page 38: Setting Side Deflectors
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 5.4 SETTING SIDE DEFLECTORS • According to the type and quantity of plant residues, it is necessary to set the side deflectors. • The height is set by changing the pin (lower stopper). •... -
Page 39: Setting Edge Discs
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 5.5 SETTING EDGE DISCS • The edge discs on both sides of the machine have an adjustable position and they can be recessed differently to the other discs. • The adjustment is executed so that the working depth of the edge discs is lower (approx. ½ - ¼ of the depth of the other discs). -
Page 40: Setting The Cutting Disc
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 5.6 SETTING THE CUTTING DISC • The disc is located in the middle of the rear row of symmetric discs. • The disc may be changed to various positions according to the current soil conditions. •... -
Page 41: Turning On Rollers
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 5.7.1 Turning on rollers • The machine is only lifted by the drawbar piston rod, drawbar valve switched to the working position 5.7.2 Turning on the axle • The machine is lifted by the drawbar piston rod and the short axle piston rod •... -
Page 42: Working Span
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 5.8 WORKING SPAN • For theoretical working span of the machine see Tab. 2 – Technical Parameters of the Disc Cultivator (dimension Y) • In practice or on a hillside, the working span may need to be reduced to ensure sufficient overlapping and undercutting of the stubble along the entire span •... -
Page 43: Machine Travelling Direction At Work
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 5.9 MACHINE TRAVELLING DIRECTION AT WORK Change the direction of work with the machine by 15-30° to the previous seeding/harvest operation. That will help you achieve the best work results with the machine: a high crop residue throughput, mixing crop residue in and the levelling effect (levelling the tracks from previous operations) Picture 24 Recommended direction of driving at work 15-30°... -
Page 44: Electronic Hydraulic Circuit Switch
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 6 ELECTRONIC HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT SWITCH 6.1 DESCRIPTION OF THE EQUIPMENT The product is designed for electronic division and control of the hydraulic circuits. Primarily, the system has one input circuit and three output circuits, while the selection of the individual circuits is done via an electronic controller from the tractor cabin. -
Page 45: Wiring Diagram
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 6.2.2 Wiring diagram 45 │ 67... -
Page 46: Main Components
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 6.3 MAIN COMPONENTS 6.3.1 Controller Controlled circuit LED indicator Pictogram of the activated circuit Control button of the activated circuit Main ON/OFF controller switch Supply line from tractor 12V Control line to the block on machine 6.3.2 Hydraulic block Hydraulic outputs of... -
Page 47: Power Supply
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 6.3.3 Power supply • The system is powered from the tractor network. • To ensure proper function of the system, the voltage in the accumulator must be within the range of 12 V – 14.4 V /10A. -
Page 48: Connecting Procedure
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 6.5 CONNECTING PROCEDURE Installation of the controller in the tractor cabin Connection with the machine Connection with the electric source System activation using the Power button Circuit selection 6.6 EMERGENCY STATE A defect in the electric installation or the tractor power supply is considered to be an emergency state. When completely disconnected, turned off or in the case of a failure, it is always possible to control the Frame Folding circuit (as an initial one, with a reversed switching function) Manual emergency control... -
Page 49: Adjustment And Maintenance Procedures
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 7 ADJUSTMENT AND MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 7.1 SETTING THE HOSE MOUNT • The hose mount and their length must be set so that they are not damaged when working in the field or being transported, as well as when taking turns. -
Page 50: Tracing Wheel Position
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 7.3 TRACING WHEEL POSITION • The bearings of the tracing wheels may be mounted to different positions on the frame. • The factory setting is used according to the selected roller. • SDR, DVR, DRR roller –... -
Page 51: Towing Lug Wear Check
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 7.5 TOWING LUG WEAR CHECK • Always check the wear of the towing lug before the season • If the wear is close to the limit, shorten the inspection interval, and if the limit is exceeded, immediately replace the worn parts •... -
Page 52: Air Jet Drainage
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 7.6 AIR JET DRAINAGE • Drain the air jet regularly once a week, according to the maintenance plan. • Drain water without any air pressure in the air jet. • Excessive water amount may corrode the brake system Drain valve 52 │... -
Page 53: Troubleshooting
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 8 TROUBLESHOOTING 8.1 UNFOLDING AND FOLDING Problem Possible cause Remedy The machine cannot Closed valve for axle locking and folding Open the valve on the drawbar panel, see Chapter be unfolded on the drawbar panel Secured frame hooks Release the frame hooks with hydraulics, Chapter Hydraulic circuit switch set to a different... -
Page 54: Field Work
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 8.2 FIELD WORK Problem Possible cause Remedy Uneven cultivation Insufficient reset of the depth piston Extend the time of yellow circuit activation depth rods when turning at headland, reset the piston rods in the limit position, Chapter 5.1 Soil stuck on the disc movement Check that discs move freely in full extent mechanism... -
Page 55: Machine Maintenance And Repairs
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 9 MACHINE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS Observe the safety instructions for treatment and maintenance • If it is necessary to weld during the repair and have the machine connected to the tractor, it must have disconnected supply cables from the alternator and the accumulator. -
Page 56: Replacement Of The Working Roller Bearings
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 9.1 REPLACEMENT OF THE WORKING ROLLER BEARINGS • Always follow the safety regulations and directives when replacing the bearings of rollers. • The machine must be aggregated with the tractor according to Chapter “3.1/p.24” when replacing the bearings. The tractor engine must be switched off for the replacement of bearings and the operator, or repairman, must prevent any access to unauthorised persons to the tractor. -
Page 57: Using The Tool For Bearing Disassembly And Assembly
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 9.1.1 Using the tool for bearing disassembly and assembly • The tool placed in the box on the machine Tool parts: 1 – Part for disassembling the bearing ring 2 – Part for disassembling the bearing or bearing ring 3 –... - Page 58 Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 9.1.1.1 Complete bearing disassembly • Procedure: Mount and screw the tool pin onto the cylinder pin Screw the tool body in, insert the part for bearing disassembly and mount onto the bearing using the nuts Disassemble the bearing by screwing the tool body using spanner size 36 58 │...
- Page 59 Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 9.1.1.2 Disassembly of the ring • Procedure: 1 Mount and screw the tool pin onto the cylinder pin 2 Screw the tool body, mount the part for disassembling the bearing, mount the part for disassembling the ring and attach it using the nuts 3 Disassemble the ring by screwing the tool body using spanner size 36 59 │...
- Page 60 Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 9.1.1.3 Assembling bearings onto pins • Procedure: 1 Mount and screw the tool pin onto the cylinder pin 2 Mount the bearing + liner and screw the tool body in. 3 Assemble the bearing by screwing the tool body using spanner size 36 60 │...
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Page 61: Using Spacer
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 9.1.2 Using spacer ➢ The spacers are used for defining production tolerances. Therefore, they do not have to be always used. Mount the house bearings to the rollers Insert the roller with the bearings between the frame side plates and assess whether you need to use the SPACERS 1 –... -
Page 62: Maintenance Plan
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 9.2 MAINTENANCE PLAN MAINTENANCE PLAN Perform the planned maintenance according to the instructions: Maintenance Task Daily Once a Before After Time (season) week season season interval (10 hours) (50 hours) Machine in general •... - Page 63 Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO MAINTENANCE PLAN Perform the planned maintenance according to the instructions: Daily Once a week Before After Time Maintenance Task (season) season season (50 hours) interval (10 hour) Bolt connections Visual inspection of bolt and hydraulic joints, tighten any loose joints using a corresponding torque (see the torque chart) Wheels –...
- Page 64 Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO MAINTENANCE PLAN Perform the planned maintenance according to the instructions: Denní 10 h 1x (50 h Před Časový Maintenance Task (sezóna) týden) sezónou sezóně interval Wheels/axle Tyre pressure check 19.0/45-17, 14 PR, pressure 280 kPa Transport axle bearings –...
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Page 65: Machine Storage
Manual SF500PRO | SF600PRO | SF700PRO | SF800PRO 10 MACHINE STORAGE Long-term machine shutdown: ▪ Store the machine under a roof if possible. ▪ Store the machine on a flat and solid surface with sufficient load capacity. ▪ Clean the machine before storing and conserve so that it is not damaged in any way during storage. Pay special attention to all marked lubrication points and properly lubricate them according to the lubrication plan. -
Page 66: Environmental Protection
This provision does not apply to the replacement of wearable spare parts (see point 14.2.3). 14.2.8 The warranty is conditioned by using the genuine spare parts of the manufacturer. Prepared by: Technical Department, Farmet a.s., Jirinkova 276, Ceska Skalice 552 03, On 26 April 2024, changes reserved. 66 │ 67... - Page 67 CE CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY EG-KONFORMITÄTSERKLÄRUNG DÉCLARATION CE DE CONFORMITÉ СЕРТИФИКАТ СООТВЕТСТВИЯ ЕС DEKLARACJA ZGODNOŚCI WE Nous Мы Farmet a.s. Jiřinková 276 552 03 Česká Skalice Czech Republic DIČ: CZ46504931 Tel/Fax: 00420 491 450136 Vydáváme na vlastní zodpovědnost toto prohlášení. Hereby issue, on our responsibility, this Certificate.
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