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Euro Storm Operator's Manual (20 Series)
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd.
EURO STORM
20 SERIES
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  • Page 1 Euro Storm Operator’s Manual (20 Series) EURO STORM 20 SERIES OPERATOR’S MANUAL OPERATOR’S MANUAL Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd. Page 1...
  • Page 2 During the one (1) year warranty period, provided that written notice of the Covered Defects is given to MANDAKO within seven (7) days from the date that the defect was, or ought to have been, discovered, the liability of MANDAKO under this Limited Warranty shall be limited to the repair or replacement of any defective Product.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    3.8 Connect the Selector Valve Control Systems ....30 3.9 Transport to Field Conversion........31 3.10 Field Operation............34 3.11 Field to Transport Conversion ........41 3.12 Transporting ..............42 3.13 Storage .................43 3.13.1 Place in Storage ..........43 3.13.2 Remove from Storage.........44 Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd. Page 3...

  • Page 4: Section 1: Introduction

    Safe, efficient and trouble free operation of your Mandako Euro Storm requires that you and anyone else who will be using or maintaining the Euro Storm read and understand the Safety, Operation, Maintenance and Troubleshooting information contained within this Operator’s Manual.
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  • Page 6: Section 2: Safety

    It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices. attention AttentIOn - Indicates practices or situations which may result in the malfunction of, or damage to, the equipment. Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd. Page 3 Page 6 Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd.

  • Page 7: Safety Orientation

    You are responsible for the SAFE operation and • Read and understand the Operator’s maintenance of your Mandako Storm Tillage Tool. Ensure Manual and all safety signs before using, that you and anyone else who will use, maintain or work...

  • Page 8: Equipment Safety Guidelines

    Equipment should never be used in this condition. Keep all shields in place. If NOTE: shield removal becomes necessary for repairs, Call Mandako directly if you are unfamiliar with who your replace the shield prior to use. local Dealer/Distributor is. •...

  • Page 9: Safety Training

    • Ensure the machine is properly attached, adjusted and in good operating condition. • Ensure that all safety shielding and safety decals are properly installed and in good condition. Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd. Page 9...

  • Page 10: Operating Safety

    Electrocution can occur without direct contact. • Attach securely to towing unit using a hardened pin with a retainer and a safety chain. • Review safety instructions annually. • Do not drive while impaired. Page 10 Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd.

  • Page 11: Tire Safety

    Always use hazard warning flashers on tow vehicle • If injured by a concentrated high-pressure when transporting unless prohibited by law. stream of hydraulic fluid, seek medical attention immediately. Serious infection • Do not drive while impaired. Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd. Page 11...

  • Page 12: Safety Decals

    If safety decals have been damaged, removed, become illegible, or replacement parts do not have the decal, new ones 5.2019 must be applied. Safety decals are available from your authorized dealer. Mandako reserves the right to update safety decals without notice. Safety decals may not be to scale or exactly as shown. 2.14 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS WARNING 5.2019...

  • Page 13: Electrocution Hazard

    Safety decals are available from your authorized dealer. us safety decals, and their locations on the equipment are shown in the illustrations to follow. Mandako reserves the right to update safety decals without notice. Safety decals may not be to scale or exactly as WARNING WARNING Part No.
  • Page 14 Euro Storm Operator’s Manual (20 Series) Part No. R9913004 (L) Part No. R9913002 (M) Part No. R9913003 (N) Page 14 Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd.

  • Page 15: Safety Decal Locations

    Euro Storm Operator’s Manual (20 Series) 2.14 SAFETY DECAL LOCATIONS NOTE: Decal (H) is located on each hydraulic cylinder. Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd. Page 15...
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  • Page 17 Euro Storm Operator’s Manual (20 Series) Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd. Page 17...

  • Page 18: Section 3: Operation

    This manual will describe how to set the Storm to provide maximum field efficiency. By following the operating instructions in conjunction with a good maintenance program, your Storm will provide many years of trouble-free service. Page 18 Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd.

  • Page 19: Machine Components

    3.1.1 STANDARD MODEL The toolbars can be angled from 0° to 14°. The Mandako Euro Storm Tillage Tool consists of a main Each machine is equipped with a single point depth frame with wings on each side that can fold up for control that is mounted to the front of the frame and transport or storage.
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  • Page 22: Machine Break-In

    3. Check that no hydraulic lines are being pinched or crimped. Re-route as required. 2. Use only a tractor of adequate power and weight to operate the Mandako Storm. See section 3.4 for 4. Inspect all hydraulic lines, hoses, fittings, and recommendations.

  • Page 23: Equipment Matching

    (Fig. 4). • Ball valves (Fig. 4). • 3-way electronic selector valve (Fig. 4). • Operator Control Box (Fig. 3). Fig. 3 Selector Valve Control Box Fig. 4 Ball Valves/3-way electronic selector valve Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd. Page 23...

  • Page 24: Controls

    (Fig. 8). Fig. 6 Circuit Locked • Hydraulic hitch • Wheel lift • 3-way electronic selector valve • Selector Valve Control Box Fig. 7 3-way electronic selector valve Fig. 8 Hydraulic Circuits Page 24 Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd.
  • Page 25 Move the hydraulic lever forward and backward as needed to adjust and position the rear tool bar. When toolbar operation is completed, move the toggle switch to its off or neutral position. Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd. Page 25...
  • Page 26 Turn the depth adjuster clockwise or counterclockwise until the marker is at the desired depth on the depth gauge (Fig. 12). Monitor the machine performance and re-adjust Fig. 12 Single Point Depth Control Mechanism as required. Page 26 Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd.

  • Page 27: Attaching To A Tractor

    5. Use a drawbar pin with provisions for a mechanical retainer. Install the retainer (Fig. 15). Fig. 15 Drawbar Pin and Retainer 6. Attach safety chain around the drawbar cage to prevent unexpected separation (Fig. 16). Fig. 16 Safety Chain Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd. Page 27...
  • Page 28 Fig. 17 Jack Active - Jack Stowed 8. Connect the wiring harness by inserting the terminal into plug on tractor. Route harness through hose retainer on hitch to prevent dragging on ground (Fig. 18). Fig. 18 Wiring Harness Page 28 Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd.

  • Page 29: Connect Hydraulic System

    Make sure there is enough slack to prevent hoses from being pinched when turning. 4. Check the function of each circuit. Ensure they function according to expectations. Reverse hoses if they do not. Fig. 20 Circuit 1 Fig. 21 Connected Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd. Page 29...

  • Page 30: Connect The Selector Valve Control Systems

    Unplug the control wires at the terminal to remove switch assembly. 5. Insert assembly plug into terminal on control wiring harness (Fig. 24). 6. Reverse the above procedure when unhooking. Fig. 24 Plug Location, Plugged In Page 30 Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd.

  • Page 31: Transport To Field Conversion

    Remove left wing lock pin and stow with its retainer on the frame. b. Remove right wing lock pin and stow with its retainer on the frame. Fig. 28 Transport Lock Pins Removed and Stowed Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd. Page 31...
  • Page 32 (Fig 31). Hold hydraulic lever until the hydraulic system goes over relief to ensure the cylinders are fully extending. Do not leave in float. Fig. 31 Lower Wing Wing circuit should be locked. Fig. 32 Lower Right Wing: Starting/Down Page 32 Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd.
  • Page 33 Observe the scales on the frame to know their angle (Fig. 36). Fig. 33 Lowering Rolling Baskets Fig. 34 Ball Valves Open Fig. 35 Frame Angle: Blue Circuit/Angle Fig. 36 Toolbars: Selector Valve Control Box/Scale Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd. Page 33...

  • Page 34: Field Operation

    Increase throttle position until desired engine rpm is reached. 9. Stopping (Fig. 40): a. Reduce engine rpm. b. Raise machine out of ground by lowering wheel frame. Engage clutch to stop forward motion of the Storm. Fig. 40 Starting/Stopping Page 34 Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd.
  • Page 35 Use the yellow hydraulic circuit and the control box toggle switches in the cab to set the toolbar angle (Fig. 44). Fig. 43 Toolbar Angle: 0°/14° Fig. 44 Toolbar Controls: Yellow/Switches Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd. Page 35...
  • Page 36 Fig. 46 Coulter Size 14. Coulter Style: The Mandako Storm is designed with either straight or concave blades. a. Straight blade - Moves the soil in a vertical fashion while cutting and sizing without moving too much soil (Fig.
  • Page 37 Setting the system to appropriate operating depth will mean the machine will return to this depth whenever the unit is lowered into the ground when operating in the field. 18. Fore-Aft Frame Angle: Fig. 52 Single Point Depth Control Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd. Page 37...
  • Page 38 (Fig. 55). Close the valves in the hydraulic lines to the hitch Fig. 55 Frame Level cylinders to maintain the same frame angle when operating (Fig. 56). Fig. 56 Hitch Valves Closed Page 38 Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd.
  • Page 39 Monitor the job an conditions change and adjust the toolbar angle as required. k. The residue should be cut up and mostly worked into the soil if soil permits. Fig. 60 Angles: Toolbar/Frame Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd. Page 39...
  • Page 40 Use the adjustment pin and holes in the top of the tine harrow frame to adjust and set the tine harrow angle (Fig. 64). Fig. 63 Coulters (Typical) Fig. 64 Tine Harrows: Adjustment/Angle Page 40 Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd.

  • Page 41: Field To Transport Conversion

    Install cylinder stops over wheel lift cylinders (Fig. 66). Fig. 66 Transport Lock Pins - Installed 8. Close ball valve in front hitch cylinder hydraulic line (Fig. 67). Fig. 67 Cylinder Stops Fig. 68 Hydraulic Ball Valve Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd. Page 41...

  • Page 42: Transporting

    Euro Storm Operator’s Manual (20 Series) 3.12 TRANSPORTING The Mandako Storm Tillage Tool is designed to be easily and conveniently moved from field to field. When transporting, follow this procedure: 1. Ensure the machine is in transport mode (see section 3.11) 2.

  • Page 43: Storage

    6. Touch up all paint nicks and scratches to prevent rusting. Move the machine to its storage area. Inside a building is ideal. Fig. 74 Hydraulic Hoses Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd. Page 43...

  • Page 44: Remove From Storage

    Fig. 77 Coulter Hubs: Plug/Grease Fitting 6. Clean rust inhibitor or grease from exposed cylinder ram ends. Replace any worn or defective parts. 8. Go through the Pre-Operation Checklist before using machine. (See Section 3.3) Page 44 Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd.
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  • Page 46: Section 4: Service And Maintenance

    Store them in an area protected from dust, 3. Replace and repair broken fittings immediately. moisture and other contaminants. 4. If fittings will not take grease, remove and clean thoroughly. Also, clean lubricant passageway. Replace fittings if necessary. Page 46 Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd.

  • Page 47: Servicing Intervals

    Repack with fresh grease Assemble IMPORTANT: The storm is designed with sealed wheel hubs. DO NOT OVER GREASE! Over-greasing will destroy the seal and minimize the life Fig. 81 Jack span of the wheel bearings. Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd. Page 47...

  • Page 48: Hydraulic Re-Phasing Circuits

    When storing the machine ensure that the cylinder stops/transport lock brackets are installed and the weight of the machine is resting on the cylinder stops. Page 48 Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd.

  • Page 49: Coulter Shank Body Adjustment

    4. Install blades. Straight Blade Back Right Straight Blade Back Left Fig. 83 Shank Body with Straight Blade Curved Blade Back Left Curved Blade Back Right Fig. 84 Shank Body with Curved Blade Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd. Page 49...

  • Page 50: Service Record

    Date Maintenance Serviced By DAILY OR EVERY 8 HOURS Grease Wheel Pivots ANNUALLY OR EVERY 3000 ACRES Grease Coulter Bearings Grease Rolling Basket Bearings Grease Jack Repack Wheel Bearings Clean and Wash Machine Page 50 Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd.
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  • Page 52: Section 5: Troubleshooting

    Use machine hitch cylinders to set front coulters to cut deeper than rear. Harrows plugging. Harrows set too straight. Increase harrow angle. Increase coulter action to bury more trash. Page 52 Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd.
  • Page 53 Move gang angles to 0°. Safety Switch Activation Bolt out of Adjust Bolt at magnetically activated adjustment. switch. Bolt should be at about 1/4” from “switch” when at 0° gang angle. (see Fig. 9, Section 3.5) Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd. Page 53...

  • Page 54: Section 6: Sign-Off Form

    Euro Storm Operator’s Manual (20 Series) SECTION 6: SIGN-OFF FORM Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd. follows the general Safety Standards specified by the American Society of Agricultural Engineers (ASAE), and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). Anyone who will be operating and/or maintaining the unit must read and clearly understand all Safety, Operating and Maintenance information presented in this manual.
  • Page 55 Euro Storm Operator’s Manual (20 Series) Sign Off Form (Continued) DATE EMPLOYEE’S SIGNATURE EMPLOYER’S SIGNATURE Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd. Page 55...

  • Page 56: Section 7: Reference

    SECTION 7: REFERENCE 7.2019 3-Plex Land Roller Operator’s Manual For information not included here, or for a digital copy of this manual, please call your dealer, or Mandako directly for assistance (1-888-525-5892). 7.2 bolT ToRQUe Specifications may change without notice.

  • Page 57: Hydraulic Fitting Torque

    1 3/16 - 12 65-70 90-95 1 7/16 - 12 92-100 125-135 1 11/16 - 12 125-140 170-190 2 - 12 150-165 200-225 For reference only, Source: Air-Way Manufacturing Co. - Carbon Steel Hydraulic Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd. Page 57...

  • Page 58: Mechanical Specifications

    10 GPM (38 LPM) Hyd. Req. (Ports) Minnimum Horsepower Req. 130+ 160+ 200+ 320/70R15 320/70R15 440/55R18 Tire Size 12.5 L 12.5 L 12.5 L Total Weight with Harrows and Baskets 13,850 15,750 18,050 Page 58 Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd.
  • Page 59 PART #: R9912034 RELEASED: JULY 13, 2023 Box 379 | 12159B Hwy 306 Plum Coulee, MB R0G 1R0 (888) 525-5892 info@mandako.com www.mandako.com MANDAKO AGRI MARKETING (2010) LTD. MANDAKO AGRI MARKETING (2010) LTD. Printed in Canada Page 59 Mandako Agri Marketing (2010) Ltd.

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