It is very important to be careful when new equipment is going to be used for the first time. Incorrect mounting of equipment and operational errors can lead to expensive repair work and operational losses. Your warranty with Agriweld is not valid if the instructions in this operating manual are not followed correctly.
SAFETY INSTRUCTION Read the instruction manual and follow the instructions given. Take care when hitching up or unhitching the machine to and from the tractor via the linkage. It is forbidden to allow any persons to sit or ride on the implement at any time The tractor should be fitted with enough front-end weights for stability and to maintain secure steering.
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ATTACHMENT AND ADJUSTMENT Attach the ASSIST or the ASSIST COMPACT to the tractor using the 3-point linkage. It is important to the function of the ASSIST to ensure that the machine is running level to allow optimum level of soil disturbance and to prolong the lifespan of the wearing parts.
SNAP BAR SOCKET & Replacing Snap Bars SAFETY FIRST: When replacing the snap bar after break back, raise the legs out of work sufficiently so that the leg falls into position to allow the Snap Bar to be replaced. SAFETY! The tractor should be stationary an on stable, level ground with the engine turned off to ensure the operator is safe to perform the adjustments required.
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Snap Bar Parts List (Quantity per leg) Part Number Part Name Quantity 2021_2_Test_BASE_Bar_Snap Snap Bar SB_In_ASKRT_40MM_pin_002 40mm Snap bar ----- M24 X 105mm Bolt ----- M24 Washer ----- M24 Nylock Nut ----- M16 x 80mm bolt ----- M16 Washer ----- M16 Nylock nut...
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To remove the broken shear bolt (1) use x 2 M20 Spanners and dispose of Bolt appropriately, then replace with the shear bolts supplied via the bracket located on the wings of your Assist. Be sure to adequately tighten the nyloc nut. Part Number...
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Auto Reset Leg Socket Parts List (Quantity Per Leg) Part Number Part Name Quantity Multi_replace_ram_pin_001 30 x 166mm Multi_replace_pivot_pin-001 30 x 190mm Multi_replace_upD_E_HD_2022_AR 30 x 134mm _pin_ram_lower_001 ------ M12 X 50mm Bolt ------ M12 Washer ------ M24 Nylock ------ M24 x 70mm Bolt ------ M24 Washer...
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HYDRAULIC SYSTEM (For folding and auto-reset options only) Rules of conduct when handling the hydraulic system DANGER! The hydraulic system is under high pressure! Fluids escaping under high pressure can penetrate the skin and cause serious injuries. If any such injuries occur, always seek medical treatment/advice immediately Important: Only experienced*...
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Hydraulic folding diagram HYDRAULIC FOLDING PROCEDURE One hydraulic service is required to fold up the machine. Running this one service will firstly lift the legs out of work, then the wings will begin to fold. To unfold the machine, run the service in reverse, this will unfold the wings first, then lower the legs into working position.
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The locking bar must be fitted for road transport. To fit the Locking bar, Fold the assist as shown on the previous page, remove one side of the locking bar from the upper mounting point and attach to the locking pin on the opposite side and securing with a linch pin.
The following points must always be observed before the machine is started up and during operation: Read the risk assessment and operator manual thoroughly. Only experienced and trained personnel should use this machine. Never leave the machine unattended. Check the machine regularly for oil leakage. Replace defective components immediately. Do not use if any parts are found defective.
REPLACING THE POINTS Only personnel with the appropriate *experience should perform these changes. It is only permitted to replace the points on solid ground for e.g. Cement/tarmac, to avoid the risk of sinking and potential injuries whilst performing the changes. The implement must be raised on the tractor linkage and the tractor engine turned off.
ASSIST is fitted with a low disturbance one-piece MDT ‘Low Disturbance’ style point. Parts can be obtained through Agriweld Ltd directly or through your local dealer.
ELECTRIC LIGHT ASSEMBLY Item Number Part number Description Quantity per machine 201099JAE Male 7 Pin KRLA403001P001 Female 7 Pin...
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IMPORTANT MAINTENANCE & SAFETY Regular maintenance is a prerequisite for good operational reliability. The following safety advice is to be observed before starting any maintenance, cleaning or repair work. Trained or experienced* personnel may only execute maintenance activities. Inform operating personnel before beginning special operations and maintenance work! Delegate a supervisor! If necessary, ensure that the maintenance area is adequately secured.
Top cap Adjuster screw Pressure gauge AUTO RESET SYSTEM – Break back adjustment continued (if applicable) AUTO RESET SYSTEM – Break back adjustment continued .. This step is for altering the auto reset pressures outside the normal scope of adjustment only And is for increasing and decreasing maximum system pressure on gauge 1.
It is necessary to adjust the system in small (5 BAR MAX) increments either way. IMPORTANT: An overly high pressure can result in damage to the equipment. RE-CHARGING OIL PRESSURE (Applicable to folding and auto-reset models only) Connect the hydraulic pipe situated off the pressure gauge to the tractor spool, open the tap (a couple of turns will suffice) operate the tractor spool to pump oil into the system and until the gauge needle reaches selected pressure bar.
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ASSIST - Main Assembly & Parts list Quantity per Item number Part number Description machine 2021_6M_ASST_HS Headstock 2021_6M_ASST_LP Lower parallelogram and disc unit 2021_6M_ASST_FW Front wing AW_706-4_RAM Folding Ram AW_705-4_RAM Lifting Ram 2021_6M_ASST_DWM Depth wheel mount 2021_6M_ASST_HDW Wheel 2021_6M_ASST_UP Upper...
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ASSIST COMPACT – Main Assembly 4m – 6m & parts list...
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Assist Compact - Parts List Quantity Per Item Number Part Number Description Machine 2023_assist_rearlink_1501 Rear Linkage 2023_assist_stand_7001 Stand CY_705_5 (40-80) 705 / 5 ram Wing locking 2023_assist_wing_lock_1201 2023_assist_disc_bar_01 Disc bar 1 - 2 460mm OD straight cutting Straight cutting 6 – 12...
Upper Parallelogram – ASSIST only Item Part number Description Quantity per number machine JULY_2021_6m_AW_Toolbar_TopPLifter GWAZA_1838 Para top link JULY_2021_6m_AW_Toolbar_HS_Lifter_Pin M16 Nylock...
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Lower parallelogram - ASSIST only AW_6m_ASST_LP Item number Part number Description Quantity per machine AW_6m_ASST_DBST01 Disc bar sticker 2021_MAIZE_0201ST Disc bar stainless pointer Disc_Bar_Top_Hat_001 Disc bar top hat bush Disc bar adjuster Assist_2021_Disc_Bar_Pin_001 GWAZA_31 Disc bar adjuster...
Disc Arm Item Part number Description Quantity number Assembly 2020_CATE_0606_TOP_6BOLT Arm top plate Centre_Disc_Arm_001 Wheel Assembly 02 AW_M20_FTN Bearing Nut BAA-0004 Bearing 2020_CATE_Disc_0600 Disc AW_M12x25_FTB M12 x 25 bolt AW_M12_SW M12 spring washer...
Front Wing Assembly – 6m models only Quantity Item Part number Description number machine JULY_2021_6m_AW_Toolbar_Para_Piv_02 Para pin AW_60_50_50_OLB Main pivot bush JULY_2021_6m_AW_Toolbar_HS_Ram_Piv_01MK3 Fold ram lower pin Front_TB_Multi_Socket_SS_0299 ASSIST Ram clip holder Gwaza_37 Depth wheel adjuster AW_6M_ASST_DW Depth wheel assembly...
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Depth wheel – 6m models only Item Part number Description Quantity per number machine AW_50_50_40_OLB Depth wheel pivot bush JULY_2021_6m_AW_Toolbar_Depth_Inch_01 Depth wheel adjuster pin AW_M16_DWN M16 domed wheel nut AW_6M_ASST_HDW Wheel...
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Lift the hitch up vertically using a forklift to take the weight so the hooks on the rear hitch or clevis lift out of, or fall into the hitch mount on the Assist or Assist Compact as shown. Re-fit all fixings and ensure tight.
ROAD TRANSPORT REGULATIONS In accordance with The Road Vehicles Order 2003 No. 1998 Part 3 SPECIAL TYPES FOR AGRICULTURE The Department of Transport required the maximum width of an agricultural machine to be 2.55m or less. Under special circumstances, agricultural machines wider than 2.55m are permitted to use public roads.
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Assist Machine Working width Transport width Front to back Weight 3.0m 3.2m 1.9m 2000kg 4.0m 2.4m 1.9m 2800kg 5.0m 2.4m 1.9m 6.0m 2.4m 1.9m 3300kg Assist Compact Machine Working Width Transport Width Front to back Weight 4.0m 2.4m 1.9m 1850kg...
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Manufacturer’s Warranty/Guarantee Your Agriweld Assist is covered for a period of 12 months from the date of dispatch (which is recorded on our files) against faulty components and/or bad workmanship. Guarantees for overseas orders will begin when the product reaches its delivery destination as advised on the delivery/collection paperwork.
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