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  • Page 1 INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL GNDP...
  • Page 2 IDENTIFICATION Dealer: Owner: Firm / Farm: City: State: No. of the Certificate of Guarantee: Serial / No.: Date: Invoice No.: Product: Notes:...
  • Page 3 Introduction The model GNDP - Folding Wheel Offset Disk Harrow - was specially designed to prepare the soil by breaking its clods, leaving the soil ready for seeders. It also facilitates the herbicide application and the mechanized harvest. The frame ends are manually foldable and the equipment can reach a minimum width of 3250 mm, which facilitates the transportation in rural roads, bridges, narrow gates and others.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Operations - Important points 8. Maintenance 29 to 31 Lubrication Lubrication points Harrow maintenance / Maintenance precautions 9. Important data 32 to 34 Calculation of hourly income Average income table Torque table 10. Important GNDP Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 5: To The Owner

    NOTE which the original purchaser thereof, at retail, has used or allowed to be used parts, not made or supplied by Marchesan S/A. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. GNDP...
  • Page 6: To The Operator

    • The instructions under this symbol refers to the safety of the operator or third parties, therefore they should be carefully read and observed. The GNDP disk harrow is simple to operate, requiring however the basic and essential cautions to its handling. Always keep in mind that safety requires constant attention, observation and prudence during harrowing, transportation, maintenance and storage.
  • Page 7 Any contact may result in severe shocks, injuries or death. For your protection and safety, always wear adequate clothes and footwear while operating the equipment. Always use the safety locks to carry out maintenance operations and to transport the equipment. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. GNDP...
  • Page 8 • Whenever you unhitch the equipment, either in the field or shed, do it on a flat and firm surface and use parking stands. Make sure the equipment is properly supported. • Please check the general safety instructions on the back cover of this manual. GNDP Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 9: Lifting Points

    If necessary use banners, lights and other devices in order to give adequate warning to the other drivers. Lifting points The GNDP disk harrow has adequate lifting points located on the frame, being two in the sides and one in the rear part of the frame.
  • Page 10 In order to avoid accidents activate cylinder locks before transportation or carrying out any service on the equipment. Para evitar accidentes, instale las trabas de los cilindros antes del transporte o antes de efectuar trabajos en el equipo. 05.03.03.1738 GNDP Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 11 05.03.03.3038 Sticker set Model Serial number GNDP 05.03.06.2138 Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. GNDP...
  • Page 12: Data Sheet

    Data sheet Type: ................Folding Wheel Offset Disk Harrow Model: ........................GNDP Number of disc blades: ..................56 and 60 Spacing between disc blades: ................200 mm Discs dimension: ............20" x 3.5 mm and 22" x 4.5 mm Disc blade type - Front gang: ............... Concave notched - Rear gang: ..............
  • Page 13: Components

    10 - Hose support 04 - Left front frame 11 - Wheelset 05 - Central rear frame 12 - Hydraulic cylinder 06 - Right rear frame 13 - Stabilizer bar 07 - Left rear frame Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. GNDP...
  • Page 14: Assembly

    Use the box end wrench (B) to tighten the nuts of the traction set. NOTE We recommend wearing gloves, especially while assembling the disc gangs. GNDP Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 15: Assembly Of Bearings And Spacer Spools

    Assembly Assembly of bearings and spacer spools Before starting to assemble the disc gangs, check the correct position of the bearings and spacer spools, according to the following pages: GNDP - 56 discs 14 bearings 36 spacer spools Bearing GNDP - 60 discs...
  • Page 16: Disc Gangs Assembly Sequence

    3) To tighten, the gangs must remain underpinned with a piece of wood or another object, preventing them from moving. (As shown on page 15). IMPORTANT Check the correct side of the bearings and spacer spools according to the concavity of the disc blades. GNDP Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 17 Assembly Axle torque Axle diameter Ft. - lbs. 1.1/2" 2670 1.5/8" 2890 2.1/8" 3300 NOTE Consult torque table on page 34. 2.1/2" 3500 Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. GNDP...
  • Page 18 Place the bolts (A), passing through the bearing and the bearing hanger hole. On top, place square washers (B), nuts and counter nuts. Repeat this operation for other bearings. GNDP Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 19 (C) and nuts (D). The scrapers feature an adjustment to approach or distance them from the NOTE disc blades, on a range from 5 to 10 mm. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. GNDP...
  • Page 20 (D) to the hub (A) using nuts (E). Adjusting the wheelset bearings The GNDP disk harrow has an adjustment on the wheelset bearings by its slots (A). This adjustment can be used to centralize the wheelsets with the harrow structure and to eliminate lateral clearances between the articulation axles and the bearings.
  • Page 21: Drawbar Set Assembly

    Invert the spindle (I) into the universal joint hole (F) and lock it to the frame (B) using a pin (J) and r-clip. On the other spindle end, insert the guide springs (K), spring (L) and nuts. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. GNDP...
  • Page 22: Hydraulic Circuit

    • Always use thread sealing tape to couple the 'male' quick couplers to the hoses. Item Description Quantity 3/8 X 6800 TM-TM hose Male quick couplers GNDP Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 23: Working Preparation

    30). Hitching to the tractor Couple the hitch (A) to the tractor traction bar and lock it using an axle (B) and cotter pin. Observe that the traction bar must remain fixed. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. GNDP...
  • Page 24: Important Recommendations

    Before starting working, make sure nuts and bolts of all parts are properly tightened, especially the ones on the disc blade gangs, otherwise the axle and other 1 cm components may be damaged. GNDP Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 25: Adjustments And Operations

    Adjustments and operations Folding the frames for transportation The GNDP harrow has foldable ends to facilitate the transport on narrow places. Move the lateral frames to fold them, as shown in the illustration. Then, place the lock pins (A), fastening an end to the central frame and the other end to the side frames.
  • Page 26: Cutting Depth Adjustment

    • Try to make a good finish between passes. Avoid the formation of furrows or untilled strips. • The traction bars from the harrow and tractor must be as aligned as possible related to the working direction. GNDP Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 27: Tractor Position Related To The Previous Pass - Lateral Displacement

    (A) fixation to keep the harrow leveled. To do so, use the holes (B) and let the disc gangs in the same level as the soil. • When in transport position, keep the tires totally lowered. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. GNDP...
  • Page 28: Ways To Start The Harrowing

    Harrowing in squares Harrowing in squares from outside to inside from inside to outside Harrowing in level IMPORTANT Note that the harrowed ground is always on the left hand side of the operator. GNDP Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 29: Direction Of The Maneuvers

    Adjustments and operations Direction of the maneuvers As previously mentioned, the GNDP disk harrow provides several working angles to operate properly in all types of soil. However, this harrow requires certain care during operations, like never make maneuvers to the right,...
  • Page 30: Operations - Important Points

    • During working or transportation, the presence of passengers on the tractor or equipment is not allowed. • The traction bar must remain loose during transportation and fixed during working. • As previously mentioned, the GNDP harrow has several settings. However, only the local conditions can determine the best adjustment thereof. GNDP...
  • Page 31: Maintenance

    • The suitable level is when the oil reaches the holes of the plug, being the NOTE harrow in a flat place. • The oil volume on the bearings is 130 ml. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. GNDP...
  • Page 32: Lubrication Points

    Maintenance Lubrication points ATTENTION Lubricate the points s h o w n a b o v e a n d all grease fittings as well. GNDP Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 33: Maintenance Precautions

    In case of such kind of accidents or any other, consult a doctor immediately. If such doctor does not possess proper knowledge of this kind of problem, ask for a referral or search to find the proper treatment. Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. GNDP...
  • Page 34: Important Data

    L = Harrow working width (meters); V = Average speed of the tractor (meters per hour); E = Efficiency: 0.90; X = Hectare value = 10,000 m Example with a GNDP (56 disc blades): R = ? L = 5.5 m V = 7,000 m/h E = 0.90...
  • Page 35: Average Income Table

    To know how many hours will be spent to work a certain previously known area, it is necessary to divide the value of the area by the hourly income. Example: An area of 100 hectares to be worked with a GNDP that has 56 disc blades (Hourly income = 3.47 hectares).
  • Page 36: Torque Table

    GRADE 8 No Marks. 3 Marks. 6 Marks. For metric conversion: NOTE • Multiply inch-pounds by .113 to convert to newton-meters (Nm). • Multiply foot-pounds by 1.356 to convert to newton-meters (Nm). GNDP Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.
  • Page 37: Important

    Av. Marchesan, 1979 - P.O. Box 131 - Zip Code 15994-900 - Matão - SP - Brazil Telephone 55.16.3382.8282 - Fax 55.16.3382.3316 Sales 55.16.3382.1009 - Parts 55.16.3382.8297 - Export 55.16.3382.1003 e-mail: tatu@marchesan.com.br www.marchesan.com.br Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A. GNDP...
  • Page 38 Notes GNDP Marchesan Implementos e Máquinas Agrícolas “TATU” S.A.

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