For prompt service, always quote your machine serial number when making enquiries regarding spare parts or service. A comprehensive index of spare parts can be found in the back of this manual to give you an overview of Triplex Plus components and to facilitate ordering.
Triplex Plus Table of Contents S AFETY ..............................6 ..............................6 ENERAL ..........................7 YDRAULIC YSTEM ..............................7 ITCHING ........................7 AINTENANCE AND EPAIRS ............................. 8 RANSPORT ............................8 ORRECT T ECHNICAL DATA ..........................9 ............................... 9 ELIVERY H OW TO USE THIS MANUAL ......................
Before performing any adjustments, maintenance or repairs on the machinery, always unfold the Triplex Plus and lower the implement to the ground or se- cure in transport position, set the tractor brakes, turn off the engine and re- move the ignition key.
If an accident occurs, see a doctor immediately. Hitching An individual is in danger of being crushed during the hitching process. Never place yourself or anyone else between the tractor and the Triplex Plus, or between parts that must be attached or connected. Maintenance and Repairs...
Correct Use Correct use of the Triplex Plus includes adherence to the instructions of the manufacturer concerning operation, maintenance and repair, as well as the use of genuine factory replacement parts.
Delivery Triplex Plus is delivered fully assembled on a flatbed lorry. If the Triplex Plus needs to be lifted, it is recommended that you lift with straps around the middle section, raising the machine so that it hangs in bal- ance.
Triplex Plus How to Use This Manual If the order of points described under the main subject areas of the manual seems confusing or illogical, refer to the Table of Contents where all subject headings can be found. The main points of the operator’s manual are placed into five main categories: •...
Triplex Plus consists of a harrow with 3 rows of tines to which an arm with inclined discs has been mounted to level the tracks after the cultivating tines.
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Triplex Plus Triplex Plus is particularly suitable for working in the topsoil where the ma- jority of plant transformation takes place. For that reason Triplex Plus is an effective tool in a minimum tillage-strategy as Triplex Plus with only one drive provides a complete cutting of the field and a homogeneous mixing of crop residues and micro-organisms in the soil.
Adjust the top link so that the frame is horizontal. Remember to secure with lynch pins. Hydraulic System Depending on the type of Triplex Plus different requirements for hydraulic services on the tractor are necessary. Hose markings Model Output...
Remember to relieve the pressure in the hydraulic system before dis- connecting the hoses. The ball plug valve for hydraulic stone breakaway should be closed (see fig. 8). Disconnect hoses, the top link and then lift arms to unhitch the Triplex Plus. Side 14...
Triplex Plus Adjustments and Settings The Triplex Plus is preset in the factory, but it will always be necessary to make some fine adjustments before use. Numerous adjustment possibilities make your Triplex Plus more versatile and allow you to obtain optimum per- formance from the implement.
Triplex Plus Fig. 5 If a very deep tillage is wanted, the bolts for the arms of the rear roller, can be moved in hole (A). It is very important, that Triplex Plus is lowered on to the grown and that the rear roller is supported be- fore dismounting.
Triplex Plus The angle of the tine Adjusting the penetration angle in two different positions (A or B) makes it possible to have a soil-searching tine all the time. Fig. 7 On dry and hard soil, use the most soil-searching/aggressive adjust- ment (A).
Triplex Plus Hydraulic stone breakaway Fig. 8 Adjust the working pressure to 120 bar. During adjustment, the pressure can be read on the manometer (A) at all times. When adjustment is done, close the shut off valve (B) and the hydraulic hose can be disconnected from the tractor.
Best results will be achieved, by driving slightly diagonally to the sowing di- rection. Triplex Plus should be adjusted, so that it is carried by the rear roller. The handle for the tractor lift, must be lowered completely when driving in the field, so that the lift is floating and can move with the terrain.
Triplex Plus Travel Speed To obtain optimal tillage a working speed of 6-7 mph (10-12 kph) is recom- mended. However, one should always drive according to conditions. Please note that wear is heavily increased when speed is increased. Points and wearing parts may be lost or damaged, when driving to fast under unfavour- able conditions.
Driving and adjusting The crumbler is not designed to carry Triplex Plus. Its only job is to crush, cultivate and level after Triplex Plus, as the working depth is determined by the rear roller.
Triplex Plus Terra-cut Fig. 14 To split the flow of soil, that comes from the points, a Terra-cut (A) can be mounted on the tine. The Terra-cut is mounted in the middle hole (B) of the tine and is supported higher on the shank.
Triplex Plus Maintenance Proper maintenance ensures a long life for the Triplex Plus, and optimum per- formance from the implement. To facilitate maintenance, grease fittings have been mounted on those locations, where wear on the equipment is the great- est.
Inspect all hydraulic hoses for chafing or leaks. Check hoses for pinching. To avoid rust, any projecting piston rods should be coated with oil or grease, if the Triplex Plus is to be parked for a long period of time. Re- member to remove the oil or grease prior to operation.
Triplex Plus Replacements and Repairs Safety is important in connection with all repair work on the Triplex Plus. The following safety precautions and the precautions listed in the beginning of this manual must be observed. Before performing any adjustments, maintenance or repairs on the machin-...
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Triplex Plus 1. Relieve the pressure in the cylinders. 2. Disconnect the hoses. 3. Remove the split cotter pins and the other pins. The cylinders are now free. 4. Install new or repaired cylinders. Remember to make sure, that the pin is engaged in the stop and that the pins are secured with split cotter pins.
The defect hose can be removed and a new one can be mounted. Replacing cylinders for hydraulic stone breakaway Fig. 19 1. Support Triplex Plus accord- ing to instructions with tines just lifted from the ground. 2. Remove pressure from the hydraulic system.
Replacing shaft, bearings and T-rings • Lower the Triplex Plus to the ground. Securely support and block the roller if necessary. • Watch out for unintentional rolling movement, when the bolts in the bearings have been removed.
Replacing wearing parts Support the Triplex Plus, to avoid the danger of being trapped underneath, and to avoid the machine falling. Fig. 22 The point (A) are reversible and bolted with three bolts.
If play arises in the point (A), it is a sign of worn down bushings. Support Triplex Plus with the tines just lifted from the ground. Remove pres- sure form the hydraulic system and make sure, that the hydraulic stone break- away can be released by hand.
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Triplex Plus Fig. 25 1. Remove bolt, washer and the spring washers (A). Please note how the spring washers are mounted. 2. Remove the bolt (B). 3. Remove the pin. Please knock on the pin from the side where the bolt (B) was mounted.
Triplex Plus Scrapping Relieve the pressure in the hydraulic system. When dismounting/mounting components, always pay attention to the weight of the part, that you are about to handle. It is important to support or secure the part, so that it cannot fall.
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