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Operating Manual
Gecko
Edition 1
Printed in Germany: 09/2024
E901452GB

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  • Page 1 Operating Manual Gecko Edition 1 Printed in Germany: 09/2024 E901452GB...
  • Page 2 – with the express approval of ROPA GmbH. Any type of reproduction, distri- bution or storage on data medium in any form and of any type not authorised by ROPA GmbH forms a violation of current domestic and international copyright law and will be judicially prosecuted.
  • Page 3 Contents Contents 3 / 132...
  • Page 4 Contents 4 / 132...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preface................9 Name plate and important data...............13 Declaration of Conformity................ 14 Safety................15 General....................17 Obligations of the entrepreneur...............17 General symbols and instructions............18 2.3.1 Safety signs..................... 19 Proper use....................20 2.4.1 Foreseeable misuse................20 Hazard zone.................... 21 Safety stickers on the machine............... 23 Safety and health protection..............
  • Page 6 Contents Operation..............55 First startup....................58 6.1.1 Adjustment of the drawbar eye............... 59 6.1.1.1 Drawbar eye ball (optional)..............60 6.1.1.2 40 mm drawbar eye................61 6.1.2 Number plate................... 62 Safety regulations for operation of the machine........63 6.2.1 Working in the vicinity of power lines............64 6.2.2 Behaviour during or after contact to the power lines.......65 Support foot.....................
  • Page 7 Lubricant conversion table..............117 Torque table for screws and nuts (Nm)..........118 Maintenance verification................ 119 9.6.1 Maintenance confirmation..............119 Confirmation about instructions given to the driver....... 120 Safety instructions................. 121 ROPA Handover confirmation............... 123 9.10 ROPA First Use Record................ 125 Index................127 7 / 132...
  • Page 8 Preface 8 / 132...

  • Page 9: Preface

    Preface Preface 9 / 132...
  • Page 10 Preface 10 / 132...
  • Page 11 They conform to the high ROPA standards for safety and reliability. We would like to point out that parts and accessories not approved by ROPA may not be used on ROPA machines, otherwise the safety and operability of the machine may be impaired.
  • Page 12 We expressly point out that any damage caused by the fact that this operating man- ual is not or not completely followed, is not covered by the statutory warranty of ROPA. Even though this operating manual is comprehensive, in your own interest you should completely and carefully read it and slowly familiarize yourself with the machine using this operating manual.

  • Page 13: Name Plate And Important Data

    Preface Name plate and important data Name plate and important data The name plate (1) of the machine is located on the right side of the main frame, to the left of the right warning sign at the front. Please enter the data of your machine in the following image of the name plate. You will need this data for ordering spare parts.

  • Page 14: Declaration Of Conformity

    Preface Declaration of Conformity Declaration of Conformity The Declaration of Conformity belongs to separately provided documents and is handed over on the delivery of the machine. The CE marking of the machine is a constituent part of the name plate. 14 / 132...

  • Page 15: Safety

    Safety Safety 15 / 132...
  • Page 16 Safety 16 / 132...

  • Page 17: General

    Safety Obligations of the entrepreneur General The machine has been manufactured according to the current state of technology and tested for safety. The machine is CE compliant and therefore conforms to the respective European reg- ulations for free movement of goods within the European Union respectively the Euro- pean economic region.

  • Page 18: General Symbols And Instructions

    Safety General symbols and instructions General symbols and instructions The following symbols are used for safety instructions in this operating manual. They serve as a warning against possible personal injury or material damage, or provide help in facilitating work. DANGER This signal word warns of imminent danger of fatal accident or serious injury.

  • Page 19: Safety Signs

    Safety General symbols and instructions 2.3.1 Safety signs The safety signs illustrate a danger source. Warning of a general danger This warning symbol stands for activities where several causes may lead to hazards. Warning of dangerous electrical voltage This warning symbol stands for activities during which the hazards of electrical shocks with possible deadly consequences exist.

  • Page 20: Proper Use

    Safety Proper use Proper use This machine is exclusively meant for: for planting of potatoes. Included in proper use is that the machine is driven under compliance with the applic- able road traffic regulations on public roads. This includes driving forward and back- ward.

  • Page 21: Hazard Zone

    Safety Hazard zone Hazard zone No one may stay in the hazard zone during operation of the machine. The opera- tor must immediately shut down the machine in case of any threatening hazard and request the persons concerned to leave the hazard zone immediately. He may only restart the machine when there are no more persons in the hazard zone.
  • Page 22 Damaged or illegible safety stickers must be replaced immedi- ately. The meaning of each individual pictograph is explained below. In addition, a six- or nine-figure number is given for each pictograph. This is the ROPA order number. Stating this number, you may reorder the respective pictograph from ROPA.

  • Page 23: Safety Stickers On The Machine

    Safety Safety stickers on the machine Safety stickers on the machine Left front view 23 / 132...
  • Page 24 Safety Safety stickers on the machine 355045000 355045100 Before starting up, read Shut down the engine the operating manual before performing main- respectively the main- tenance and repair work tenance manual and and pull out the ignition observe all remarks on key.

  • Page 25: Safety And Health Protection

    Safety Safety and health protection Safety and health protection The stipulations and regulations listed below must be rigorously observed in order to reduce the risk of personal injury and/or property damage. Furthermore, the region- ally applicable regulations and instructions on safety at work and for safe handling of tractor-towed agricultural machines must be observed at all times.

  • Page 26: Requirements For The Operating And Maintenance Personnel

    Some activities may only be performed by people expressly authorised by ROPA for such activities. In case of doubt, ask the manufacturer whether you may perform a specific activity your- self without any hazard.

  • Page 27: Handling And Process Materials

    Safety Hazards caused by electromagnetic influences 2.11 Handling and process materials When handling process materials the appropriate protective clothing must always be worn to prevent or reduce skin contact with these materials. Defective, dismantled parts shall be sorted according to material type and routed to the proper recycling channel.

  • Page 28: Hazards Caused By Electricity

    Safety Hazards caused by process materials 2.15 Hazards caused by electricity DANGER Danger of death due to electric voltage. Cables and components are live, there is a danger of injury with deadly conse- quences. Clamping points are under voltage also after shut-off. –...

  • Page 29: Hazards Caused By Noise

    Safety Hazards caused by hot substances/surfaces 2.17 Hazards caused by noise WARNING Noise Noise can cause loss of hearing (deafness), hearing defects, health disorders such as loss of balance or consciousness disorders, as well as disorders of the heart and circulation.

  • Page 30: Hazards Caused By Negative Support Load

    Safety Leakage 2.20 Hazards caused by negative support load DANGER During operation of the machine there is a hazard of negative support load due to incorrect loading of the machine. If the machine is loaded too heavily at the rear, this can result in a negative support load.

  • Page 31: Prohibition Of Unauthorised Modifications And Alterations

    Safety Safety and protective equipment 2.23 Prohibition of unauthorised modifications and alterations All unauthorised modifications and alterations are expressly prohibited. Such actions require the express consent of the manufacturer. It is strictly prohibited to modify mechanical, electrical or hydraulic safety and control devices in order to bypass or put them out of operation.
  • Page 32 Technical data and general view 32 / 132...

  • Page 33: Technical Data And General View

    Technical data and general view Technical data and general view 33 / 132...
  • Page 34 Technical data and general view 34 / 132...

  • Page 35: Technical Data

    Technical data and general view Technical data Technical data Designation: Maximum speed: 25 km/h Gross weight rating: 2,995 kg Permitted axle load: 2,300 kg Tyres: 8.3*24 Length (road travel position): 6,210 mm Width Road travel position: 2,990 mm Operating position: 4,250 mm Height (road position) with weather protection roof (optional):...

  • Page 36: Tyre Pressure

    Technical data and general view Tyre pressure Tyre pressure Minimum pressure Recommendation Tyre type bar / psi bar / psi Axle 8.3*24 3.1 / 45 3.1 / 45 Recommendation Miscellaneous bar / psi Impellers of furrow opener 16*6.5x8 2.0 / 29 The tyre pressure of the axle is designed for a maximum speed of 25 km/h, when the machine is driving on the road.

  • Page 37: General Overview

    Technical data and general view General overview General overview This overview is intended to familiarize you with the most important components of your machine. Rear left angled view in working position Planting element with sprout protection belts Box conveyor Box return flow Platform for boxes Central platform for planting staff Cover disc...
  • Page 38 Technical data and general view General overview Machine ready for driving on roads Right view Left view Front view Rear view 38 / 132...

  • Page 39: Transport Draft For Truck Transport Of The Machine

    Technical data and general view Transport draft for truck transport of the machine Transport draft for truck transport of the machine All data in mm. Height of the coupling point on the machine in hori- zontal position with the axle fully raised. 2990 Maximum width of the machine.

  • Page 40: Lashing Eyes For Truck Transport/Ship Transport

    Technical data and general view Lashing eyes for truck transport/ship transport Lashing eyes for truck transport/ship transport There are no eyelets on the machine by which it can be tied down to the load platform. All transport securing devices must be attached to the frame of the machine with belts to prevent damage to parts of the machine.
  • Page 41 Technical data and general view Lashing eyes for truck transport/ship transport Front cross-belt Axle secured at the right Secure the belt over each side of the axle from front to rear. Rear cross-belt The machine has no attachment points by which it can be lifted. For hoisting it into a ship for example, special, approved and TÜV-approved lifting devices are necessary.
  • Page 42 General Description 42 / 132...

  • Page 43: General Description

    General Description General Description 43 / 132...
  • Page 44 General Description 44 / 132...

  • Page 45: Function

    Scope of delivery The scope of delivery of the machine includes: 1 Translation of the Gecko Original Operating Manual. 1 Gecko Original Spare Parts List. 2 wheel chocks. 45 / 132...
  • Page 46 Control elements 46 / 132...

  • Page 47: Control Elements

    Control elements Control elements 47 / 132...
  • Page 48 Control elements 48 / 132...

  • Page 49: Ladders

    Control elements Ladders Ladders DANGER – During operation, only personnel responsible for planting may stay on the left, cen- tral and right planting platforms. – Only personnel assigned to handle the boxes may be present on the platform for boxes when the machine is in operation. –...

  • Page 50: Left Ladder

    Control elements Ladders 5.1.2 Left ladder Left safety rail Left ladder The left ladder provides access to the left platform for the planting personnel. The safety rail at the ladder (1) must be closed after ascending or descending and kept closed. 50 / 132...

  • Page 51: Right Ladder

    Control elements Ladders 5.1.3 Right ladder Right safety rail Right ladder The right ladder provides access to the right platform for the planting personnel. The safety rail at the ladder (1) must be closed after ascending or descending and kept closed. 51 / 132...

  • Page 52: Rear Ladder

    Control elements Overview of machine controls 5.1.4 Rear ladder Open rear right safety rail Rear ladder Closed rear left safety rail The rear ladder (2) provides access to the rear platform when the machine is loaded with boxes of planting material. The safety rail at the rear right (1) and the safety rail at the rear left (3) must be closed again after loading and secured with the cap splint.

  • Page 53: Lever Adjustment Control Elements

    Control elements Overview of machine controls 5.2.2 Lever adjustment control elements Machine height stopcock (See Page Drawbar steering stopcock (See Page Drawbar height stopcock (See Page Stopcock for planting element 1 and right spray track eradicators (See Page Stopcock for planting element 2 Stopcock for planting element 3 Stopcock for planting element 4 and left spray track eradicators 53 / 132...
  • Page 54 Operation 54 / 132...

  • Page 55: Operation

    Operation Operation 55 / 132...
  • Page 56 Operation 56 / 132...
  • Page 57 Operation This chapter provides all information on operation of the machine. Most of working process and results in the agricultural sector are influenced by various individual fac- tors. The scope of this operating manual would be exceeded if we have considered all conceivable situations (ground condition, potato varieties, weather, individual grow- ing conditions, etc.).

  • Page 58: First Startup

    Operation First startup First startup All work and actions that must be performed for daily operation are also required for the first startup. All bolted connections must be checked for tightness after the first 10 operating hours and retightened in case of need. In addition, the complete hydraulic system must be checked for leaks.

  • Page 59: Adjustment Of The Drawbar Eye

    Operation First startup 6.1.1 Adjustment of the drawbar eye Drawbar eye ball Stopcock drawbar height The main frame of the machine must always be horizontal to the ground or slightly raised compared to the tractor when the machine is coupled in road mode. The draw- bar of the machine can be connected to the tractor at a height of 500 mm or 800 mm.

  • Page 60: Drawbar Eye Ball (Optional)

    – Tighten the screws to a torque of 310 Nm. – Specified screws: cheese head screw M16*50 DIN912, steel 10.9 flZnnc. ADVICE The drawbar eye ball used by ROPA (Ropa item no. 212009200) is permitted for a support load of 3,000 kg. ADVICE The attachment point of the drawbar eye ball must be at a height of 500 mm or 800 mm above the ground in relation to the ball coupling of the tractor.

  • Page 61: 40 Mm Drawbar Eye

    – Tighten the screws to a torque of 310 Nm. – Specified screws: cheese head screw M16*50 DIN912, steel 10.9 flZnnc. ADVICE The 40 mm drawbar eye used by ROPA (Ropa item no. 212006300) is permitted for a support load of 2,500 kg. ADVICE The attachment point of the 40 mm drawbar eye must be at a height of 500 mm or 800 mm above the ground in relation to the pulling jaw of the tractor.

  • Page 62: Number Plate

    Operation First startup 6.1.2 Number plate In accordance with the regionally applicable regulations, a number plate must be attached to the rear of the machine below the number plate light. The number plate may have a maximum size of 255 mm x 165 mm. Number plate 255 mm x 130 mm in Germany 62 / 132...

  • Page 63: Safety Regulations For Operation Of The Machine

    Operation Safety regulations for operation of the machine Safety regulations for operation of the machine – Before starting work, familiarize yourself with the machine and the operating com- ponents. If necessary, have someone who already has sufficient experience in using the machine instruct you. –...

  • Page 64: Working In The Vicinity Of Power Lines

    Operation Safety regulations for operation of the machine – The individual driving behaviour of the machine always depends on the road condi- tions and the surface. Always adjust your driving to the current environmental and ground conditions. – Never leave the driver’s seat of the tractor while the tractor engine is running. –...

  • Page 65: Behaviour During Or After Contact To The Power Lines

    Operation Safety regulations for operation of the machine 6.2.2 Behaviour during or after contact to the power lines – Immediately try to interrupt contact to the power line by backing up. – Try to raise the machine if it is lowered. –...

  • Page 66: Support Foot

    Operation Support foot Support foot Left support foot in parking position Right support foot in parking position Support foot safety pin with circlip Support foot guide pin with circlip Right support foot, telescope axle Left support foot, telescope axle Telescope position of axle 66 / 132...
  • Page 67 Operation Support foot Right support foot in field position Left support foot in field position The machine is equipped with two mechanical support feet. These are intended for safe parking of the machine (1-2) and for telescoping the axle (5-7). The machine must not be parked on the support feet (1-2) until is has been secured against rolling away.

  • Page 68: Coupling And Uncoupling The Machine

    Operation Coupling and uncoupling the machine Coupling and uncoupling the machine 6.4.1 Coupling the machine Proceed as follows to couple the machine to a suitable tractor: – Reverse the tractor to the coupling point of the machine and stop shortly before it. –...

  • Page 69: Uncoupling The Machine

    Operation Coupling and uncoupling the machine 6.4.2 Uncoupling the machine Proceed as follows to uncouple the machine from a tractor: DANGER Risk of very serious injuries! The machine may only be uncoupled when it is completely unloaded. It means, that neither persons nor planting material or boxes for it may remain on the machine.

  • Page 70: Road Travel

    ADVICE ROPA expressly wants to point out that the driver and owner of the machine are always alone responsible for compliance with the respective regulations and condi- tions of the competent road traffic authorities.
  • Page 71 You will find a form for such instructions in Chapter 9 (See Page 120). ROPA recommends copying this form before completing it. As already mentioned, the regionally competent road traffic authorities may estab- lish additional conditions or conditions different from listed above. It is the sole responsibility of the vehicle owner and the driver to gain knowledge of these regu- lations and to comply with them.

  • Page 72: Steering

    Operation Steering Steering 6.6.1 Steering in operating mode “Road” DANGER Risk of fatal injuries if the Road operating mode is incorrectly used. The Road operating mode must always be engaged for travel on public roads. Oth- erwise unexpected steering movements of the machine may seriously endanger the traffic participants or even cause fatal injuries.

  • Page 73: Drawbar Steering

    Operation Steering 6.6.2.1 Drawbar steering Drawbar steering sensor The drawbar steering is controlled manually from the tractor via a double-acting con- trol unit. Make sure that both hydraulic hoses (green) are correctly connected to the same control unit. Open position, handle points diagonally upwards Closed position, handle points diagonally downwards Handle for drawbar steering stopcock The drawbar steering is activated when the stopcock handle (4) is in the open posi-...
  • Page 74 Operation Steering Horn key Adjusting screws Drawbar position scale To teach in the central position, press and hold the horn key (5) for ten seconds when the drawbar is in the central position. The drawbar position scale (7) can then be adjusted with the adjusting screws (6).

  • Page 75: Chassis

    Operation Chassis Chassis 6.7.1 Drawbar height Drawbar height stopcock You can adjust the drawbar to the height of the pulling jaw of the tractor using the drawbar height stopcock (1). We recommend a pulling jaw height on the tractor of 500 mm or 800 mm.

  • Page 76: Raise And Lower Axle

    Operation Chassis 6.7.2 Raise and lower axle Hydraulic hoses for drawbar and chassis height Machine height stopcock To raise and lower the axle, connect both hydraulic hoses for the drawbar and chassis height (1) to the same tractor control unit. In addition, the machine height stopcock (2) must be open.

  • Page 77: Protective Roof

    Operation Protective roof Protective roof Protective roof Left ladder with side tarpaulin rolled up Front ladder with side tarpaulin rolled up The roof tarpaulin is available as a weather protection canopy (1). The side tarpaulins can be opened and closed with zips at the central (3), right and left (2) ladders.

  • Page 78: Protective Roof Lighting

    Operation Protective roof 6.8.1 Protective roof lighting Key for protective roof lighting Working floodlights can be installed on the weather protection canopy. They can be directly controlled via a key (1). Working light front left Working light front right 78 / 132...
  • Page 79 Operation Protective roof Working light rear left Working light rear centre Working light rear right ADVICE The protective canopy lighting must be deactivated when driving on public roads. 79 / 132...

  • Page 80: Planting

    Operation Planting Planting 6.9.1 Preparation for planting Familiarise yourself with the local ground and landscape before starting work. Get an overview of the potato field that is to be planted. Before starting work, inform the persons present about the most important safety regu- lations, in particular about the required safety distances.

  • Page 81: Planting Operation

    Operation Planting 6.9.2 Planting operation – For pre-formed ridges, drive slowly and carefully into the field so that the furrow openers are aligned in front of the potato ridges to be laid. – If the ridges have not been pre-formed, drive into the field in such a way that the available area is optimally utilised and sufficient space is provided for the headland.
  • Page 82 Operation Planting – Drive up with the tractor and start laying potatoes, constantly filling the sprout pro- tection belts with new seed potatoes. – Check the planting depth and ridge shape manually after a few metres. Switch off the tractor and secure it against rolling away, now dig behind the machine and check the planting depth while inspecting the shape of the ridge.

  • Page 83: Adjustment Of Planting Distance

    Operation Planting 6.9.3 Adjustment of planting distance The planting distance between potatoes can be adjusted in 16 stages from 21 cm to 62 cm. Planting table Spring tensioner Front gear wheel Z2 with 42 teeth Front gear wheel Z2 with 23 teeth Locking pin Rear inner gear wheel Z1 (10)
  • Page 84 Operation Planting Proceed as follows to set the planting distance: – Shut down the tractor, secure it against rolling away and switching on again. – You can find the desired planting distance in “cm” in the planting table and select the gear combination accordingly.
  • Page 85 Operation Planting Spring tensioner Front gear wheel Z2 with 42 teeth Front gear wheel Z2 with 23 teeth Locking pin Rear inner gear wheel Z1 (10) Rear outer gear wheel Z1 (11) Roll chain – Release the tension on the roll chain (11) using the spring tensioner (5) and the locking pin (8).
  • Page 86 Operation Planting Inner gear wheel Z1 (10) Rear outer gear wheel Z2 (14) Drive washer (16) Spacer washer – Dismantle the drive washer (14). – If the inner gear combination is required for the new planting distance, you have to dismantle only the inner gear Z1 (9).

  • Page 87: Loosening Tines

    Operation Loosening tines 6.10 Loosening tines Loosening tines left Loosening tines right The left (1) and right (2) loosening tines are designed to break up the soil in the tractor track. The height of the loosening tines can be adjusted in four positions as required. ADVICE The track width of the loosening tines must always be firmly set to 1.50 m.

  • Page 88: Furrow Opener

    Operation Furrow opener 6.11 Furrow opener Furrow opener 1 Furrow opener 2 Furrow opener 3 Furrow opener 4 Slotted plate depth guide left inside Slotted plate depth guide left outside Safety bolt with safety device for height adjustment of the left depth guide wheel Safety bolt with safety device for pivot of the depth guide wheel Left depth guide wheel in road travel position...
  • Page 89 Operation Furrow opener (11) Left depth guide wheel in field position, outer slotted plate When planting potatoes, the depth of four furrow openers (1-4) can be adjusted in 14 stages via the slotted plate of the depth guide left inside (5), the slotted plate of the depth guide left outside (6) of the left depth guide wheel (9) and the slotted plate of the depth guide right inside, the slotted plate of the depth guide right outside of the right depth guide wheel (10).

  • Page 90: Track Markers

    Operation Track markers 6.12 Track markers Left track marker Right track marker The track markers on the left (1) and right (2) are activated alternately via a control unit on the tractor. The track markers guide the tractor driver to the next row. If the track markers are not required, e.g.

  • Page 91: Operation

    Operation Tramline control 6.13 Tramline control Stopcock for planting element 1 and right spray track eradicators Stopcock for planting element 2 Stopcock for planting element 3 Stopcock for planting element 4 and left spray track eradicators Spray track eradicators right Spray track eradicators left With the tramline control, each planting element (1-4) can be deactivated separately.
  • Page 92 Operation Tramline control Hydraulic connection tramline control (blue) To activate the tramline control, first close the stopcocks of the planting elements which should remain active. If the pressure is now applied to the hydraulic connection for tramline control (7), the planting elements to which the pressure is applied become depressurised and remain depressurised until the pressure is no longer applied.

  • Page 93: Cover Discs

    Operation Cover discs 6.14 Cover discs Pressure spring cover disc 4 Pressure spring cover disc 3 Pressure spring cover disc 2 Pressure spring cover disc 1 Cover disc 1 Cover disc 2 Cover disc 3 Cover disc 4 The laid potatoes are earthed up by the cover discs. Pretension adjustment for pressure spring cover disc 3 (10) Pretension adjustment for pressure spring cover disc 2...

  • Page 94: Storage Compartment And Hand-Washing Tank (Option)

    Operation Storage compartment and hand-washing tank (option) 6.15 Storage compartment and hand-washing tank (option) Hand-washing tank Storage compartment Optionally, the machine can be equipped with a storage compartment (2) and a hand- washing tank (1). 94 / 132...

  • Page 95: Maintenance And Service

    Maintenance and service Maintenance and service 95 / 132...
  • Page 96 Maintenance and service 96 / 132...
  • Page 97 Maintenance and service WARNING During all maintenance work, there is a risk of serious or fatal injuries and damage to the machine. – Never climb over the guardrails. – During all maintenance work, make sure that nobody can inadvertently start the machine (remove the ignition key, lock the tractor cabin, always carry the tractor ignition key with you and if possible disconnect the plug connection from the trac- tor).

  • Page 98: Hydraulic System

    For cost reasons, we recommend ordering new hoses directly from ROPA, because original ROPA hydraulic hoses are usually offered at a much lower price than competi- tor products. Axle Check wheel nuts at regular intervals and tighten to 270 Nm with a torque span- ner.

  • Page 99: Drive Chains

    Maintenance and service Drive chains Drive chains Three drive chains must be oiled or greased and checked for correct tension after every 100 operating hours. Drive chain guard plate right Safety screws for drive chain guard plate right Roll chain guard plate Safety screws for roll chain guard plate Drive chain guard plate left Safety screws for drive chain guard plate left...

  • Page 100: Furrow Opener

    Maintenance and service Furrow opener Then check the chain tension of both drive chains and retighten if necessary. Tension the drive chains only as much as required to prevent them from skipping. Now oil or grease the drive chains and the roll chain. Before commissioning of the machine, close the chain cases with the guard plates again and secure with the safety screws.

  • Page 101: Planting Belts

    Maintenance and service Planting belts Planting belts Clean 4 planting belts and all rollers if required. Check the tension of 4 planting belts on a regular basis. Tension all four planting belts (left outside, left inside, right inside and right outside) so that they do not slip under load.

  • Page 102: Loosening Tines

    Maintenance and service Track markers Loosening tines The loosening tines must be checked for wear at regular intervals. Worn loosening tines must be promptly replaced in order to prevent damage to the machine. Loosening tines left Loosening tines right Track markers The track markers must be checked for smooth running and wear on a regular basis.

  • Page 103: Cover Discs

    Maintenance and service Cover discs Cover discs The cover discs (5-8) must be checked regularly for ease of movement and wear. If the running is stiff and the cover discs are worn, the potato ridges can no longer be earthed up properly and the planting material is not covered with sufficient amount of soil.

  • Page 104: Box Return Conveyors

    Maintenance and service Shutdown for an extended period Box return conveyors Clean the box return conveyors and the rollers if required. Check the tension of both box return conveyors on a regular basis. Both box return conveyors on the left and right must be tensioned evenly so that the conveyors do not slip under load and run centrally in the groove.

  • Page 105: Dismantling And Disposal

    Maintenance and service Dismantling and disposal 7.11 Dismantling and disposal If the machine is not disposed of properly at the end of its service life, it can lead to accidents and be harmful to the environment. Hazard may come from: Lubricants/process materials Residual energy Moving parts...
  • Page 106 Malfunction and remedies 106 / 132...

  • Page 107: Malfunction And Remedies

    Malfunction and remedies Malfunction and remedies 107 / 132...
  • Page 108 Malfunction and remedies 108 / 132...

  • Page 109: Safety Circuits

    – In case of the slightest doubt, call in specialist personnel trained accordingly or enquire with the service team of ROPA. – Do not perform any repairs on the machine if you do not have the required special- ist knowledge and experience.

  • Page 110: Electrics

    Always observe the increased fire haz- ard when welding near combustible parts or liquids (fuel, oils, greases, tyres, etc.). We expressly point out that ROPA will not assume any warranty for damage to the machine caused by improper welding.

  • Page 111: Hydraulic Valves

    Malfunction and remedies Hydraulic valves Hydraulic valves Some of the hydraulic valves are electrically controlled. Problems with solenoid valves may be detected using special test cables. These test cables may only be connected to the solenoid valves by trained and instructed specialist personnel. Should an electrically controlled valve malfunction, then in any case, without excep- tion, call in a specialist.
  • Page 112 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification 112 / 132...

  • Page 113: Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification

    Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Lists/Tables/Plans/ Diagrams/Maintenance Verification 113 / 132...
  • Page 114 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification 114 / 132...

  • Page 115: Lubricants And Operating Fluids

    Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Maintenance table Lubricants and operating fluids Component Lubricant type Intervals Drive chains Gear oil or grease every 100 oper. hours Grease as per DIN 51825, NLGI Class Lubricating points according to lubricating plan 2, Type: KP2K-20, at low out- side temperatures KP2K-30 Note the standards and approvals in our recoding table (See Page...

  • Page 116: Lubricating Plan (Lubrication With Grease Gun)

    Drive planting elements ADVICE All lubricating points must also be lubricated after each washing of the machine. Grease ROPA item no. 435006200 as per DIN 51825, NLGI-class 2, type: KP2K-20, at low outdoor temperatures KP2K-30. No lubricating greases containing solid lubricants may be employed. Biologically degradable greases are also admissible.

  • Page 117: Lubricant Conversion Table

    DIN 51825, NLGI-class 2024-07-16 ISO-VG 46 as per DIN 51524 part 3 2, type: KP2K-20, at low out- door temperatures KP2K-30 ROPA multi temperature grease 2 ROPA hydroFluid HVLP 46 ROPA marking 435015300 = 400 g 435001210 = 20 l (cartridge) ROPA item no.:...

  • Page 118: Torque Table For Screws And Nuts (Nm)

    Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Torque table for screws and nuts (Nm) Torque table for screws and nuts (Nm) Metric thread DIN 13 Dimension 10.9 12.9 1050 1220 1100 1550 1800 1200 1450 2100 2450 Metric fine thread DIN 13 Dimension 10.9 12.9 M8x1 M10x1 M12x1.5...

  • Page 119: Maintenance Verification

    Maintenance verification Maintenance verification 9.6.1 Maintenance confirmation 1st customer service ROPA machine Maintenance performed after: hours Required: 50 oper. hrs. Maintenance performed on: Date Maintenance performed by: Signature/stamp The maintenance may only be performed by ROPA-Service staff. 119 / 132...

  • Page 120: Confirmation About Instructions Given To The Driver

    Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Confirmation about instructions given to the driver Confirmation about instructions given to the driver Mrs/Mr date of birth Last name and first name Was instructed about safe handling of the machine about maintenance of the machine Last name and first name Has demonstrated the required knowledge for safe handling of the machine...

  • Page 121: Safety Instructions

    WARNING If someone enters the zones around ROPA Gecko designated as hazard zones in the following draft while the machine is working, these persons are subject to the risk of serious physical or even fatal injuries.
  • Page 122 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Safety instructions Statement (last name and first name) have been informed by the owner about the danger zones and safety aspects of the planter during planting. I have completely received this information and understood it. I agree not to enter the hazard zones as long as the machine is switched on in the planting mode.

  • Page 123: Ropa Handover Confirmation

    Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification ROPA Handover confirmation ROPA Handover confirmation ROPA Fahrzeug- und Maschinenbau GmbH, Sittelsdorf 24, D-84097 Herrngiersdorf Support point address: Chassis number: Type: Sub device no.: Type: Sub device no.: Type: Sub device no.: Type: Sub device no.: Type: Client's address:...
  • Page 124 (written, by phone or e-mail) about products and services can be received by the ROPA support point and/or ROPA, or passed on to ROPA, as well as stored, processed and used. The non- granting of the consent does not effect the delivery of the purchased item or services. You can, if desired, partially strike out this consent.

  • Page 125: Ropa First Use Record

    Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification ROPA First Use Record 9.10 ROPA First Use Record ROPA Fahrzeug- und Maschinenbau GmbH, Sittelsdorf 24, D-84097 Herrngiersdorf ROPA partner: Customer / site of operation: Chassis No.: Operating hours: Machine type: Lifting/loading hours: Software version: Harvested area: First use date:...
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  • Page 127: Index

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  • Page 129 Index Hydraulic system..........98 Hydraulic valves..........111 Adjustment of drawbar eye........59 Adjustment of planting distance......83 instructions given to the driver......120 Box return conveyors......... 104 Key control elements..........52 Chassis..............75 Climbing ladder............. 26 Coupling the machine........... 68 Leakage..............
  • Page 130 Index Raise and lower axle..........76 Rear ladder............52 Residual risks............27 Right ladder............51 Road travel............70 Safety..............15 Safety circuits............. 109 Safety instructions..........121 Safety regulations for operation of the machine... 63 Safety signs............19 Safety stickers............23 Scope of delivery..........

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