User’s manual Scorpio 550 Rev. 1 Document ID: 954082 Revision date: 30.08.2022 Language: EN CONTENTS EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY LIMITED WARRANTY STONE PICKER SERIAL NUMBER SAFETY NTENDED USE RACTOR AND MACHINE NOISE ANUAL HANDLING OMPONENTS ARNING SIGNS AFE OPERATION AFETY LABELS ON THE MOWER EPLACEMENT OF SAFETY LABELS OCATION OF THE SAFETY LABELS TECHNICAL DATA...
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User’s manual Scorpio 550 AINTENANCE POSITION 5.1.1 Jack point YDRAULIC HOSES EARBOXES OIL OW TO CLEAN THE WINDROWER DRIVELINE CASING NLET ROTOR 5.5.1 Rotor tines repair welding 5.5.2 How to replace the rotor tines 5.5.3 How to replace the limiter chains INDROWER 5.6.1 Tines repair welding 5.6.2 Tyre air pressure...
Industrivägen 6 68910 Bennäs Finland We declare this it is our sole responsibility that the following product Equipment: Stone pickers Model/type: Scorpio 550 Sideflow Optional attached equipment: • External hydraulic unit for Scorpio 500 Is in conformity with the Machine Directive 2006/42/EC...
4.3 Damage caused by the owner The Limited Warranty does not cover damage or loss that in ELHO’s opinion is resulting from normal wear and tear or damage or loss resulting from misuse, overload, accident, neglect or improper installation, operation or maintenance, alteration of the machinery or equipment without ELHO’s written...
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The Limited Warranty does not cover damage or loss resulting from vandalism, theft, or other comparable damage. 4.7 Product improvement ELHO has a policy of continuous product improvement. ELHO reserves the right to develop, improve and alter the design of any ELHO product without assuming any obligation to modify any ELHO product previously manufactured.
User’s manual Scorpio 550 STONE PICKER SERIAL NUMBER The serial number can be found on the machine which is situated on the plate on the frame of the machine. When ordering spare parts, you must give the model and serial number, also if you are going to make a warranty claim. Write down the information from your machine in the fields below.
1.1 Intended use The ELHO Scorpio stone picker is intended to use on well harrowed dry soil to pick up stones from the surface of the field. It is not permitted to use the machine for any other purposes. It is not allowed to use the machine to transport stones or any other material on the road.
Before you leave the tractor cab, stop the machine, and engage the parking brake of the tractor. • Use only the original ELHO spare parts. Do not change the construction of the machine. Use the machine only for picking up stones from the surface of a field. Refer to chapter "1.1 Intended use" on page 8.
User’s manual Scorpio 550 1.6 Safety labels on the mower On the machine there are safety labels to make you aware of certain hazards Stop the engine and remove the start key. Do not go into the danger zone. There is a risk of being hit by flying objects, such as stones.
User’s manual Scorpio 550 Before you remove the guards, stop the tractor. Do not reach over the rotating parts of the machine. Clogged machine may still have live power, It can start unexpectedly when unclogged. To avoid injury: Shut tractor engine and disengage all power before unclogging.
Manufacturing complies with the strictest International painting standards for the paint and painting procedures. This ensures a long lifetime of the ELHO machines. But even a good paint surface can be damaged or scratched during transport and use. The best way to access the correct paint color is via your local paint shop, as postage and parcel transport of paint is restricted by very strict safety rules.
User’s manual Scorpio 550 2.4 Scorpio external hydraulic unit Dimensions See figure on page Weight 225 kg Hydraulic max pressure 250 bar Oil flow, PTO 600 rpm 120 l/min Continuous power 35 kW Max power peak 50 kW Tank size 85 l Cooler cooling capacity 0,2 kW/ΔC°...
3.2 Preparations When you start up the new machine, make sure that the machine is assembled correctly, and it is not damaged. The ELHO warranty does not cover damage which is caused by incorrect assembly or incorrect operation. All machines that are not fully assembled as delivered are delivered with necessary assembly instructions, document ID 954084.
User’s manual Scorpio 550 3.2.1 Adjusting the correct rotation speed for the windrower Before you disconnect or connect the machine, stop the tractor engine, engage the parking WARNING brake and remove the start key from the tractor. Any hydraulic movements from the tractor are not permitted.
User’s manual Scorpio 550 USE OF THE STONE PICKER 4.1 Safety devices 4.1.1 Telescopic drawbar If the machine hits an obstacle, the drawbar extends. The contained oil from the cylinder inside the telescope lifts the blade to bypass the obstacle. The drawbar returns due to the machines own weight.
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User’s manual Scorpio 550 4.2 How to connect the stone picker to the tractor Before you leave the tractor cabin, stop the tractor engine, engage the parking brake and WARNING remove the start key from the tractor. Make sure the quick couplings are clean. WARNING Connect the tractor towing hook to the machine’s drawbar eye.
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User’s manual Scorpio 550 Turn the support leg (A) • • Install the locking pin (B) HYDRAULIC OIL INJECTION HAZARD! WARNING Connecting or disconnecting hydraulic components that are under pressure causes an injection hazard. Always make sure that the pressure is released before any maintenance.
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User’s manual Scorpio 550 4.3 How to disconnect the stone picker from the tractor Make sure that the machine is in transport position, refer to chapter “4.7.1 How to lift the stone WARNING picker into transport position” on page 27. Make sure that the transport hooks are locked! Lower the machine to the ground.
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User’s manual Scorpio 550 4.4 How to connect the stone picker to a fixed height hitch The Scorpio 550 SF can be connected to a fixed height hitch using the multi positional support leg and the Scorpio hydraulics. To lift or lower the machine see ISOBUS instructions 954089. To be able to lift the drawbar for connecting it to your machine you also need to use the support leg.
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User’s manual Scorpio 550 Reverse against the stone picker close enough to connect hydraulic hoses. Lift the blade to bring the drawbar down to the correct height according to your tractor and connect the stone picker.
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User’s manual Scorpio 550 4.5 How to disconnect the stone picker from a fixed height hitch Below is the machine in the transport position with the support leg folded up and the blade lifted as high as possible from the ground. When in the transport position fold down the support leg and insert the pin in the correct hole for your tractor hitch height.
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User’s manual Scorpio 550 After disconnecting the stone picker but before you disconnect the hydraulic hoses lower the blade to the ground. When the blade is resting on the ground the hydraulic system Is pressure free and you can disconnect the hydraulic hoses.
User’s manual Scorpio 550 4.6 Work position Keep all persons out of the work area! Unnecessary stay in the work area (field) is not WARNING permitted. • Adapt the speed of the tractor to the terrain conditions. Decrease the speed on stony and rough fields, for example. Lower the stone picker into work position: Lower the blade by tilting the machine frame forward.
Obey the law legislation for road transport. In some countries it can be necessary to install a SMV triangle when the machine is on a public road. NOTICE! The maximum road speed for the ELHO machine is 30 km/h. It is not allowed to transport anything inside the machine on roads. 4.8 Storage after season •...
Do not try to pull up stones by force, collect only loose stones. Use appropriate machinery (e.g. NOTICE! excavator or cultivator) to loosen the stones. The ELHO warranty does not cover damage which are caused by incorrect operation. Before you start to collect stones: •...
User’s manual Scorpio 550 4.9.3 Other driving instructions Hilly conditions If you operate the machine in a hilly environment, it is recommended to drive uphill or diagonally to uphill to get the windrowers to operate properly. If the downhill is too steep the stones will only move forward, and not to the center of the machine.
User’s manual Scorpio 550 4.11.1 Connecting the external hydraulic unit If the machine has a hydraulic unit is is attached with brackets to the drawbar. Two ¾” hydraulic hoses on the hydraulic unit should be connected to the electrical hydraulic block. Start by removing the longer hoses currently assembled on the block.
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User’s manual Scorpio 550 4.13.1 Check and adjust the brakes • It is important to check that the brakes are working properly at least two times a year. • Inspect the functionality of the brakes and adjust the brakes if necessary. •...
User’s manual Scorpio 550 4.14 Prevent unauthorized use To prevent unauthorized use the locking ring can be replaced with a padlock and the lock hand lever with the parking brake engaged. Locking ring...
User’s manual Scorpio 550 MAINTENANCE Before you perform maintenance, stop the tractor engine, engage the parking brake and remove WARNING the start key from the tractor. Any hydraulic movements from the tractor are not permitted! Use protective gloves! Before you perform any maintenance under the machine, make sure that be machine is WARNING supported! To make sure a long and trouble free use of the machine, keep the machine clean and follow the maintenance instructions.
User’s manual Scorpio 550 5.1 Maintenance position The lever (A) is pointing downwards and is in normal mode and the lock pin (B) is not out. Lift the elevator by changing the position of the lever (A), it should now be pointing upwards. The elevator will automatically rise when reversing the elevator.
User’s manual Scorpio 550 5.1.1 Jack point When doing any work with the wheels disassembled support the frame on the jack point (C) and the blade (D). The jack points are marked on the machine with sticker (E). 5.2 Hydraulic hoses HYDRAULIC OIL INJECTION HAZARD! WARNING Connecting or disconnecting hydraulic components that are under pressure causes an injection...
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User’s manual Scorpio 550 5.3 Gearboxes oil Note that the oil can reach temperatures of 80°. Do not touch any hydraulic equipment (hoses, WARNING valves, gearbox etc.) immediately after use. Before you start up a new machine, check the oil levels in all gearboxes. Gearboxes •...
User’s manual Scorpio 550 5.4 How to clean the windrower driveline casing • Open the windrowers cover to access the motor and gearbox. • Empty and clean out the possible soil inside the casing using air blow gun. The gearbox shaft seals are protected by elastic foam discs (A).
User’s manual Scorpio 550 5.5.2 How to replace the rotor tines Remove the limiter chain bolts (A), 2 pcs. Remove the bolts (B), 6 pcs. Remove the surface plates (C). Tape the rubber sticks (D) in place to facilitate installation. Attach the surface plates (C) with the bolts (A and B).
User’s manual Scorpio 550 5.5.3 How to replace the limiter chains Risk of damage to equipment NOTICE! Do not operate if limiter chain (A) is damaged or broken. The broken rotor tine goes too deep and can cause damage to the machine. Do not operate if limiter chain (A) is damaged or broken.
User’s manual Scorpio 550 5.6 Windrower 5.6.1 Tines repair welding The windrower r tines (A) cannot be replaced individually without welding. The original length of the windrower tine (A) is 13.5 cm. If the windrower tine (A) is worn to 11.5 cm. Repair the tine in order to keep the machine working correctly.
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User’s manual Scorpio 550 5.8 Lubrication Use correct grease for the lubrication points. Refer to figure. Lubrication Maintenance interval Lubricate every 20 hours Lubricate every 8 hours NOTICE! Use intended equipment when maintaining the stone picker at the higher points.
User’s manual Scorpio 550 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible cause Solution Stones stay on the field. Too low working depth. Make sure that the working depth is correct. Increase the working depth. Uneven field. Harrow the field. Stones are not entering the machine. Incorrect working depth.
User’s manual Scorpio 550 FINAL DISASSEMBLY OF THE MACHINE Keep all persons out of the working area! WARNING It is not permitted to stay under the hanging load. Also use protective gloves. • Make sure that you use appropriate and validated lifting devices/slings/chains on all lifting works. •...
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OY EL-HO AB Teollisuustie 6 68910 PÄNNÄINEN SUOMI - FINLAND Phone: +358 6 788 8000 Telefax: +358 6 788 8048 Rev 1 Email: elho@elho.fi Document ID: 954082 www.elho.fi...
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