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The machine is designed to meet obligatory standards, documents and legal regulations currently in force. The manual describes the basic safety rules and operation of the Pronar PDD830 / PDD830C disc mower. If the information stated in the Operator's Manual needs clarification then the user should refer for assistance to the sale point where the machine was purchased or to the Manufacturer.
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SYMBOLS APPEARING IN THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL Information, descriptions of danger and precautions and also recommendations and prohibitions associated with user safety instructions are marked: and also preceded by the word "DANGER”. Failure to observe the instructions may endanger the machine operator's or other person's health or life. Particularly important information and instructions, the observance of which is essential, are distinguished in the text by the sign: and also preceded by the word "ATTENTION".
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DIRECTIONS USED IN THIS OPERATOR'S MANUAL Left side – side to the left hand of the operator facing in the direction of machine's forward travel. Right side – side to the right hand of the operator facing in the direction of machine's forward travel.
CONTENTS 1 BASIC INFORMATION IDENTIFICATION PROPER USE EQUIPMENT TERMS & CONDITIONS OF WARRANTY TRANSPORT ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS 1.10 WITHDRAWAL FROM USE 1.11 2 SAFETY ADVICE BASIC SAFETY RULES DRIVING ON PUBLIC ROADS DESCRIPTION OF RESIDUAL RISK INFORMATION AND WARNING DECALS 3 DESIGN AND OPERATION TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION GENERAL DESIGN LINKAGE...
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4.5.2 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 4.12 4.5.3 ADJUSTMENT OF CUTTERBAR PRESSURE 4.14 4.5.4 CONNECTING DRIVE SHAFT 4.15 4.5.5 SETTING THE SWATH WIDTH IN PDD830 MOWER 4.17 4.5.6 SETTING THE SWATH WIDTH IN PDD830C MOWER 4.18 4.5.7 SET THE CONDITIONING INTENSITY IN THE PDD830C MOWER 4.20...
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TIGHTENING TORQUE FOR NUT AND BOLT CONNECTIONS 5.18 TROUBLESHOOTING 5.19...
Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 1 1.1 IDENTIFICATION FIG. 1.1 Location of the data plate (1) data plate The disc mower combination has a data plate (1) located on the left side of the hitch. When buying the disc mower check that the serial numbers on the machine agree with the number...
SECTION 1 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C TAB. 1.1 Markings on data plate ITEM MARKING Machine name Symbol /Type Year of manufacture Machine tare weight Serial number Quality Control marking Unfilled box or extension of name (box A) 1.2 PROPER USE The disc mower combination is a combined design of two disc mowers each with a working width of 3m, mounted on a joint three point linkage hitch frame.
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Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 1 • understand the machine's operating principle and how to operate it safely and correctly, • comply with general safety regulations while working, • prevent accidents, • comply with road traffic regulations. TAB. 1.2 Agricultural tractor's requirements...
SECTION 1 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C qualified personnel (in the warranty period all repairs must be performed in the warranty service, indicated by the Manufacturer). Maintenance and repairs that can be performed by the user, are described in section 5 „MAINTENANCE”.
SECTION 1 1.4 TERMS & CONDITIONS OF WARRANTY PRONAR Sp. z o.o. Narew guarantees the reliable operation of the machine when it is used according to its intended purpose as described in the OPERATOR'S MANUAL. The repair period is specified in the WARRANTY BOOK.
SECTION 1 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C the user will lose the right to warranty service. Demand that the seller carefully and precisely fills out the Warranty Book and warranty repair coupons. A missing date of purchase or sale point stamp, may make the user ineligible for any warranty repair or refund.
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Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 1 ATTENTION When transporting independently, the user must carefully read this operator's manual and observe its recommendations. When being transported on a motor vehicle the mower must be mounted on the vehicle's platform in accordance with the transport safety requirements.
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SECTION 1 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C FIG. 1.2 Mower suspension points (1) transport lug, (2) central connection pin...
Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 1 1.6 ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARDS A hydraulic oil leak constitutes a direct threat to the natural environment owing to its limited biodegradability. The negligible solubility of hydraulic oil in water does not cause extreme toxicity of organisms living in the aquatic environment. The formation of a film of oil on the water may be the direct cause of physical action on organism, perhaps causing change of oxygen values in the water because of lack of direct contact of air with the water.
SECTION 1 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C 1.7 WITHDRAWAL FROM USE DANGER During dismantling, use the appropriate tools, equipment (overhead travelling crane, crane or hoist etc.) and use personal protection equipment, i.e. protective clothing, footwear, gloves and eye protection etc. Avoid contact of skin with oil. Do not allow used hydraulic oil to spill.
Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 2 2.1 BASIC SAFETY RULES • Before using the mower the user should carefully read this Operator's Manual and the PTO shaft Operator's Manual and adhere to the recommendations contained in these documents. • The mower may only be used and operated by persons qualified to drive agricultural tractors and trained in the use of the machine.
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SECTION 2 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C • The machine may only be used when all the safety guards and other protective elements are technically sound and correctly positioned. In the event of loss or destruction of the safety guards, they must be replaced with new ones.
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Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 2 • Before starting PTO shaft make certain that the PTO rotation direction is correct. • Disconnect the drive shaft each time when it is not necessary to drive the machine, or when the tractor and mower are at an unsuitable angle to each other.
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SECTION 2 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C • Mower uncoupled from tractor must be supported with the aid of supports and properly secured against tipping over. • Do NOT ride on the mower or transport any materials on it. • When operating the machine wear protective gloves and use the appropriate tools.
• Do NOT leave tractor driver's seat when the tractor is moving. 2.3 DESCRIPTION OF RESIDUAL RISK Pronar Sp. z o. o. in Narew has made every effort to eliminate the risk of accidents. There is, however, a certain residual risk, which could lead to an accident, and this is connected mainly with the actions described below: •...
In the event of their destruction, they must be replaced with new ones. Safety decals are available from your PRONAR dealer or directly...
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Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 2 from PRONAR customer service. New assemblies, changed during repair, must be labelled once again with the appropriate safety signs. Safety During cleaning do not use solvents, which may damage label covering and do not direct strong water jet at machine.
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SECTION 2 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C DECAL MEANING Danger associated with the rotating PTO shaft. Warning- cutting blades do not approach an operating mower. Risk of injury to foot or leg. Keep a safe distance. Thrown out objects endanger the whole body.
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Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 2 DECAL MEANING Transport lug points marking. Before starting work, carefully read the Operator's Manual Correct setting of working position of mower. Lubrication points. Machine type. (PDD830C) Note – belt drive. Exercise particular caution. (PDD830C) Caution! Rotor Exercise particular caution.
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SECTION 2 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C FIG. 2.1 Locations of PDD830/ PDD830C information and warning decals. 2.11...
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Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 2 FIG. 2.2 Locations of PDD830C information and warning decals. 2.12...
Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 3 3.1 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION TAB. 3.1 Basic technical specification DATA CONTENTS UNIT PDD830 PDD830C Dimensions Total width in working setting 8 880 Total height in working setting 1 310 Width in transport setting 2 600 Height in transport position with the folded cover...
SECTION 3 3.3 LINKAGE The main element of the PDD830 / PDD830C mower linkage (figure 3.2) is the linkage frame (1), equipped with two lower pins (2) and upper pin (3) for connection to the tractor's three point linkage. Moving arm (4) allow the cutting unit to swing backwards at the moment of collision with obstacle.
SECTION 3 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C PDD830C mower with swath conditioner, the conditioner is driven by intersecting axis gear (2) through belt transmission (6) with tensioner (7). FIG. 3.3 Drive transmission (1) mower central transmission, (2) cutter bar intersecting axis transmission, (3) PTO shaft...
Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 3 FIG. 3.4 Cutting unit (1) cutterbar, (2) cutting disc, (3) blade, (4) foot If disks rotate clockwise then right blades are mounted, if anticlockwise then left blades are mounted. On figure (3.4) arrows indicate rotation direction of specific cutting discs and cutting direction 3.6 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM...
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SECTION 3 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C quick coupler connects the operating circuit of the lifting arm cylinders (1), which raise and lower the mower cutting assemblies. The lifting arm cylinders (1) are connected with ball valves (2), which lock the position of the cylinders during transport.
(1) conditioner shaft; (2) conditioner flail blade; (3) swath guides; (4) belt drive; (5) damping fingers; (6) damping fingers adjustment lever; (7) conditioning assembly supports PRONAR PDD830C mower conditioning assemblies consist of a shaft (1) on which conditioner spring tines (2) are fitted. Swath conditioner flail blades intercept material from the cutter bar and toss it over the conditioner shaft (1) to swath guides (3), which form a swath of a specific width depending on the setting.
Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 4 4.1 PREPARING FOR WORK The manufacturer guarantees that the mower is fully operational and has been checked according to quality control procedures and is ready for use. This does not release the user from an obligation to check the machine's condition after delivery and before first use. The machine is delivered to the user completely assembled.
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SECTION 4 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C set mower in working position, start tractor PTO slowly ATTENTION Before using the mower always check its technical condition. In particular check the technical condition of the cutting unit, drive system, and integrity of protective guards.
Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 4 4.2 CHECKING TECHNICAL CONDITION OF MOWER When preparing the mower for normal use, check individual elements according to guidelines presented in table (4.1). TAB. 1.1 TECHNICAL INSPECTION SCHEDULE FREQUENCY DESCRIPTION SERVICE OPERATION INSPECTIONS Check the tightness of lines and proper Operation of hydraulic system operation of hydraulic cylinders.
SECTION 4 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C 4.3 HITCHING TO TRACTOR The mower combination may only be mounted on a tractor fulfilling the requirements contained in table 1.1 "AGRICULTURAL TRACTOR'S REQUIREMENTS”. ATTENTION Before using the mower, the user must carefully read the tractor operator's manual.
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Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 4 Reversing the tractor bring the lower three point linkage connection points (A) of the tractor close to pins (1) of the mower. Set the link arms at the appropriate height. Turn off tractor engine and prevent it from moving.
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SECTION 4 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C FIG. 4.2 Adjustment of mower lower mounting pins (A) pin spacing in range 795 ÷ 970mm, (1) linkage lower pins, (2) retaining bolt, (3) counter DANGER When hitching, there must be nobody between the mower and the tractor. when hitching the mower, tractor's driver must exercise caution and make sure that nobody is present in the hazard zone.
Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 4 4.4 TRANSPORTING THE MACHINE For transport to place of work and back, set mower in transport position (FIGURE 4.3) and raise tractor three point linkage so that the lower pins are at height of not less than 500 mm above the ground.
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SECTION 4 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C FIG. 4.4 Setting transport position (1) lifting arm hydraulic cylinder cut-off valve, (2) tipping cylinder cut-off valve, (3) cylinder lock To reduce height of mower in transport position open lateral guards (1) and lock in open position, FIGURE (4.5).
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Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 4 FIG. 4.5 Raising guards for transport (1) side shield, (2) securing pin, (3) rotation catch Listed below are the key guidelines for driving the tractor and mower combination. • Transport on public roads and outside fields must always take place with raised machine.
SECTION 4 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C • Monitor mower's behaviour when travelling on an uneven terrain, and adjust driving speed to road conditions, slow down early enough when turning. DANGER Do NOT transport mower mounted on tractor with open hydraulic valves. Valves must always be set in position "0”...
Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 4 FIG. 4.6 Setting mower in working position (1) lifting arm hydraulic cylinder interlock valve, (2) tipping cylinder interlock valve, (3) cylinder lock cable, (4) cylinder lock 4.5.2 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT After lowering mower to the ground set cutting height. Changes of setting are made by shortening or lengthening the central connector (2) so that the angle (B) of inclination of cutterbar (1) is from 4°...
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SECTION 4 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C NOTE Optimum cutter bar inclination angle to the front is from 4° to 5°. Inclination to the rear causes faster wearing of cutterbar slide surfaces. FIG. 4.7 Setting cutting height (A) distance of lower link arms from ground - 400mm, (B) cutter bar inclination angle - 4÷5°, (1) cutter bar, (2) central connector, (3) lock 4.13...
SECTION 4 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C remove securing cotter pin (4) and take out pin (1), set bracket accordingly (2), in order to enable insertion of pin (1) in appropriate opening (A, B, or C), secure the pin in the chosen position with cotter pin (4).
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Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 4 FIG. 4.9 Connecting of PTO shaft (1)- PTO shaft backstop overload release clutch The PTO shaft, which connects PTO of the tractor with the mower's central transmission and is equipped with an overload and backstop clutch. Connecting the shaft it is necessary to connect the end of the shaft fitted with the clutch to the mower side - figure (4.9).
SECTION 4 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C 4.5.5 SETTING THE SWATH WIDTH IN PDD830 MOWER Before proceeding to mowing, set the swath width so that the cut grass is not crushed by the tractor wheels. FIG. 4.10 Settings swath width (1) swath guide left (2) swath guide right, (3) swath guide arm, (4) head, (5) vertical plane...
Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 4 DANGER When adjusting swath guides exercise caution as there is a risk of crushing fingers with spring tensioned mechanisms. After completing the adjustments make sure all bolt connections are tight and the range of swath guides motion is correct. The mower may only be started when all guards are in place.
SECTION 4 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C Depending on the type and density of the mown material, you can set the intensity of swath conditioning - figure (4.12). This is done by the lever (1) on the support frame of the conditioning assembly connected to the damping fingers. The damping finger must be adjusted so that the mown material does not collect between the cutterbar and conditioning shaft.
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Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 4 ATTENTION If the machine is in the working position and cuts, the lifting arm cylinders must always be set in floating position so that the cutting unit may move freely tracking the ground contours optimally.
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SECTION 4 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C FIG. 4.13 Range of inclination of cutting unit The mower is equipped with a hydraulic safety device, which protects the machine against damage resulting from collision with obstacles. When colliding with an obstacle the lifting arm rises and swings backwards.
Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 4 4.6 DISCONNECTING FROM TRACTOR Disconnect the mower and store horizontally on paved ground. Must be supported on the support leg and cutterbar, while PDD830C mowers on the conditioner supports. DANGER Before disconnecting tractor from mower check that the machine is protected against falling over.
Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 5 5.1 CHECKING AND REPLACING CUTTING BLADES AND PINS Checking of cutting blades and securing pins must be conducted regularly. Visually inspect the blades and fixing bolts and check tightening torque of nuts. It is especially important after driving over or collision with foreign bodies, mounting new cutting blades and after first start- up of machine.
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SECTION 5 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C FIG. 5.1 Replacement of cutting blades (1) cutting blade; (2) blade holder; (3) blade changing key; (A) example of damage to the cutting blade mounting studs; (B) example of blade damage; (C) example of blade holder...
Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 5 TAB. 5.1 Cutting blade characteristics ROTATION MARKING DIMENSIONS DIRECTION QUANTITY BLADE [mm] BRZW right 120/49/4 P BRZW left 120/49/4 L ATTENTION Use only CE certified blades meeting the requirements of ISO 5718 standard. 5.2 INSPECT AND REPLACE SWATH CONDITIONER FLAIL BLADES (PDD830C) Regularly inspect beater fingers.
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SECTION 5 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C To replace the flail blades: unscrew the M12 self-locking nut (6), remove the M12x55 fixing bolt (5), remove a pair of flail blades (1) from the lock (2). When replacing the flail blades pay attention to the condition of the fixing bolt (5) and rubber block (3).
Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 5 5.3 DRIVE SYSTEM MAINTENANCE 5.3.1 OPERATE TRANSMISSION Drive system maintenance involves general checking of intersecting axis gears, change or supplementing transmission oil deficiencies. In the event of damage to transmission, contact authorised service point in order to perform repairs.
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SECTION 5 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C To check the oil level in mower intersecting axis gears: set mower level horizontally, unscrew inspection plug (2), oil level should reach the lower edge of the inspection plug opening (2), if necessary, supplement oil through inlet opening (1) to the required level.
Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 5 add oil until oil flows out of inspection plug opening (2), found on side wall of gear transmission. Tighten inlet and inspection plugs. Used oil should be taken to the appropriate facility dealing with the re-use of this type of waste.
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Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 5 FIG. 5.5 Inspection and oil change points on cutterbar (1) inlet cap; (2) drain plug; (A) correct oil level 6 ÷ 8 mm from the cutter bar bottom Oil change should be conducted at working temperature, if the machine has worked for several minutes, then possible contamination, in the cutterbar is mixed with the oil and then is drained out with it.
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SECTION 5 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C pour in required oil quantity and tighten filler plug (1). Oil in cutter bar must be changed after the first 50 hours of work. The next oil change should be made after 500 hours of work or once a year, whichever occurs first.
Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 5 FIG. 5.6 Clean and lubricate the drive disk (1) transmission guard, (2) articulated connector, (3) guard, (4) M8x25 bolt, (5) M8 self- locking nut, (6) spring washer 5.5 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM OPERATION Always adhere to the principle that the oil in the mower hydraulic system and in the tractor hydraulic system are of the same type.
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SECTION 5 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C rams and holding them in position of maximum extension for a period of 30 seconds. In the event of confirmation of an oil leak on hydraulic line connections, tighten connections, and if this does not remedy faults then change line or connection elements. If oil leak occurs beyond connection, the leaking line system should be changed.
Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 5 ATTENTION Mower with a leaking hydraulic system must NOT be used. The condition of hydraulic systems should be inspected regularly while using mower. The hydraulic system is under high pressure when operating. Regularly check the technical condition of the connections and the hydraulic conduits.
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SECTION 5 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C NUMBER OF TYPE OF LUBRICATION NAME LUBRICATIO GREASE FREQUENCY N POINTS Tilting arm cylinder ram eye 50 hours Lifting arm cylinder ram eye 50 hours Lifting arm cylinder eye 50 hours Multi-splined drive shaft 20 hours...
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Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 5 FIG. 5.7 Lubricating points of the PDD830 / PDD830C mower 5.16...
SECTION 5 Pronar PDD830, PDD830C FIG. 5.8 Lubrication points on the PDD830C mower 5.7 STORAGE After finishing work with disc mower carefully clean and wash it with water jet. While washing do not direct a strong water or steam jet at information and warning decals or bearings.
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Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 5 all elements regardless of the period of the last lubrication process. Additionally before the winter period apply grease to hitching system pins. 5.8 TIGHTENING TORQUE FOR NUT AND BOLT CONNECTIONS Unless other tightening parameters are given, during maintenance repair work apply appropriate torque to tightening nut and bolt connections.
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Pronar PDD830, PDD830C SECTION 5 TYPE OF FAULT CAUSE REMEDY Turn blades onto the second Worn cutting blades side or replace Set appropriate cutterbar Incorrect cutting angle inclination by adjustment of top link Check flail blades, if necessary Damaged or missing flail blade...
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