horsch Pronto 6 AS Operating Instructions Manual
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Pronto 6 AS
TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
READ CAREFULLY PRIOR TO STARTING UP!
KEEP OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE!
ART.:
60063437
ISSUE:
10/2021

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  • Page 1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Pronto 6 AS TRANSLATION OF THE ORIGINAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS READ CAREFULLY PRIOR TO STARTING UP! KEEP OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE! ART.: 60063437 ISSUE: 10/2021...
  • Page 3: Machine Identification

    HORSCH: ..............Confirmation of receipt of machinery Warranty claims become only effective when the first use of the machine is reported to HORSCH Maschinen GmbH within a week. www.horsch.com under SERVICE PARTNERBEREICH an interactive PDF form is available for down- load for this purpose (not available in all languages).
  • Page 4: Eg-Konformitätserklärung

    EG-Konformitätserklärung HORSCH Maschinen GmbH Sitzenhof 1, D-92421 Schwandorf erklärt hiermit in alleiniger Verantwortung als Hersteller, dass das nachfolgend genannte Produkt: Sämaschine Pronto 6 AS Typ: den einschlägigen grundlegenden Sicherheits- und Gesundheitsanforderungen der Richtlinie 2006/42/EG entspricht. Schwandorf, 13.10.2021 Klaus Winkler Dokumentationsbevollmächtigter...
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Operation .............34 Introduction ...........4 Commissioning / Tractor change ....34 Foreword ............4 Adjusting the drawbar ........34 Notes on representation .........4 Connecting/Parking ........35 Service............5 Connecting ...........35 Warranty claim processing ......5 Transport position .........36 Consequential damage........5 Parking ............38 Safety and responsibility ......5 Folding ............39 Intended use ...........6 Unfolding ............39...
  • Page 7 Care and Maintenance .......88 Metering unit ..........61 Cleaning ............88 Rotors ............61 Maintenance intervals........89 Rotor change ..........62 Storage ............89 Rotor change with full hopper .......62 Adjusting the sealing lip ........63 Troubleshooting .........90 Rotors for fine seeds ........63 Maintenance overview ........91 Rape brushes ..........65 Coarse seeds ..........65 Waste disposal ...........97 Maintenance of metering unit .......67...
  • Page 8: Introduction

    DANGER to the safety notes! Highlights a danger that will lead to death or HORSCH will not assume liability for any dam- severe injury, if it is not avoided. age or malfunctions resulting from failure of complying with the operating instructions.
  • Page 9: Service

    Service Consequential damage The machine has been manufactured by HORSCH Company would like you to be com- HORSCH with greatest care. However, despite pletely satisfied with your machine and our the intended use deviations in placing quantity services. up to total failure may be caused by e.g.:...
  • Page 10: Intended Use

    ¾ the machine under control. The person is able to perform work with the HORSCH does not assume any liability for ¾ machine safely within the scope of these op- damages resulting from the unintended use of erating instructions.
  • Page 11: Children In Danger

    Furthermore, for certain activities the corre- liquid fertiliser (follow the instructions of the sponding personnel must have been trained by fertiliser manufacturer) service personnel from HORSCH. This refers to Respirator masks and protective gloves when ¾ the following activities: handling dressing or dressed seed (follow Loading and transport •...
  • Page 12: Safety In Traffic

    ¾ after receiving instructions by employees of If present: Secure the hydraulic cylinders on ¾ the authorized dealer or a HORSCH em- undercarriage and drawbar in transport posi- ployee. tion against uncontrolled movements using The machine registration form must be com- aluminium clips, see chapter Connecting and ¾...
  • Page 13 Check nuts and bolts, especially the ones on Exercise special caution when reversing the ¾ ¾ wheels and cultivation tools regularly for tight tractor. Never stand between tractor and fit and retighten if necessary. machine. Check the tyre pressure at regular intervals, Only park the machine on a firm and level sur- ¾...
  • Page 14: Pressure Accumulator

    Jump away from the machine. Ensure a safe ¾ specially trained by HORSCH for this purpose. stand when jumping. Do not touch the outside of the machine. Move away from the machine with short step- ¾...
  • Page 15: Use In The Field

    Technical limiting values operating instructions. HORSCH does not assume any liability for If the technical limiting values of the machine are damages resulting from the attachment of not observed, the machine may get damaged.
  • Page 16: Fertiliser And Dressed Seed

    Caution! Danger of injury caused by projecting ¾ parts (e.g. coulters)! HORSCH is not liable for damages to life and limb as well as property damages resulting from Assume ergonomic working postures with any ¾ unapproved retrofitting and conversions.
  • Page 17: Care And Maintenance

    Before starting maintenance and service work by an operator who has been trained by ¾ park the machine on level and firm ground and HORSCH for this purpose. secure it against rolling away. Staying under unsecured raised machine ¾ parts is prohibited.
  • Page 18: Danger Zone

    Danger zone Failing to pay attention to the danger zone can The area marked red indicates the danger zone result in severe or even fatal physical injuries. of the machine: Do not stand under lifted loads. Lower such ¾ loads to the ground first. Instruct persons to leave the danger zone ¾...
  • Page 19: Safety Stickers

    Safety stickers Safety stickers on the machine warn of hazards Clean soiled safety stickers. ¾ at dangerous points and are an important part Damaged or illegible safety stickers must be ¾ of the safety equipment of the machine. Miss- replaced immediately. ing safety stickers increase the risk of severe or Affix the specified safety stickers on spare ¾...
  • Page 20 Remaining in the danger zone is only permitted when the lift- ing cylinder pin is inserted. 00380896 Remaining in the danger zone is only permitted if the safety support is in place. 00380953 Secure the machine with wheel chocks before uncoupling or parking.
  • Page 21 Position of safety stickers (depending on equipment) 00385757 Safety stickers with the addition “2x” can be found on either side of the machine.
  • Page 22: Technical Data

    The weight of the implement depends on the equipment; specification with minimum equipment • The permissible transport heights and transport width for road traffic may differ from country to country. Comply with the national registration regulations. Pronto 6 AS 9500 2950 10500...
  • Page 23: Type Plate

    Model designation Serial number Type approval number Year of Sitzenhof 1 Made in Germany D-92421 Schwandorf construction Vehicle identification number Maschinen GmbH www.horsch.com (VIN) Technically permissible total weight A-0: A-1: permissible drawbar load A-2: A-3: Technically permissible axle load (axles 1/2/3)
  • Page 24: Requirements On The Tractor

    Requirements on the tractor WARNING Risk of accident! Observe the permissible values of the tractor ¾ for axle loads, total weight, tyre load bearing capacity and air pressure. Verify the suitability of the tractor before com- ¾ missioning. The tractor must meet the following require- ments to be able to use the machine as intended: Implement attachment Pronto...
  • Page 25: Brake Connections

    Hydraulics Maximum system pressure 210 bar Oil grade Mineral hydraulic oil Delivery rate 20-25 l/min at 180 bar(single hopper) 35-45 l/min at 180 bar(single hopper) Number of dual-acting control units 3 (+ 1 each for filling auger, coulter pressure adjustment, crossbar) Pressureless return flow (max.
  • Page 26: Commissioning

    These work activities may be carried out only by The permissible dimensions and weights for ¾ persons trained by HORSCH for this purpose. transport must be complied with. The tractor must be large enough so that ¾...
  • Page 27: Calculating The Ballasting

    Calculating the ballasting Required data: The permissible total weight, the permissible axle loads and the load bearing capacity of the tyres must not be exceeded when mounting or hitching up implements. The front axle of the tractor must always be loaded with at least 20 % of the curb weight of the tractor.
  • Page 28 1. Calculation of minimum front ballasting 4. Calculation of the actual total weight with rear implement: • (c + d) - T • b + 0.2 • T • b Enter the result of the calculated total weight and a + b V min the permissible total weight from the operating instructions of the tractor into the table.
  • Page 29: Attachment

    Attachment Overview Pronto 6 AS TurboDisc seed bar Hitching Bout marker Support Lighting Front packer (option) 10 Distribution tower seed/fertiliser DiscSystem 11 Seed hopper Transport undercarriage 12 Access steps Tyre packers WARNING Danger of injury Do not look into the near range of the radar ¾...
  • Page 30: Hydraulics

    Hydraulics WARNING Unintentional hydraulic movements may lead to severe accidents and injuries! Secure or lock the control units on the tractor. ¾ Instruct persons to leave the slewing range of ¾ foldable machine parts. Switch all control units to the locked position ¾...
  • Page 31 L2 R2...
  • Page 32: Marking Of Hydraulic Hoses

    Marking of hydraulic hoses Fan 3 Symbols on the handles of the hydraulic cou- plings indicate the function of the respective hoses: Auger Unfolding / Folding in Crossbar Hydraulic valve block Hydraulic brake Fan 2...
  • Page 33 Working depth Tools 2 NOTE The following hydraulic movements are carried out via the hoses marked with Lift • Folding in • Retraction of cultivation tools • Fan flow •...
  • Page 34: Aluminium Clips

    Aluminium clips NOTE The aluminium clips are placed on the piston Pay attention to the ratio on the machine, see ¾ rods of hydraulic cylinders, depending on the depth setting. operating states, see chapter Operation. Different aluminium clips The thickness of the clips differs according to colour: Colour blue...
  • Page 35: Lighting

    Lighting WARNING Traffic accidents caused by defective lighting. Ensure cleanliness and tight fit of the plug- ¾ and-socket connections. Check the lighting before setting off. ¾ Check warning boards and lighting equipment ¾ for cleanliness. 7-pin plug Rear light, right Lamp, blinker Lamp, taillight Lamp, brake light...
  • Page 36: Instruction Stickers

    Instruction stickers Clean soiled stickers. ¾ Damaged or illegible stickers must be re- ¾ placed immediately. Apply the specified stickers to spare parts. ¾ Adjust the coulter pressure - read the op- Always lock the hydraulic upper link erating instructions 00380371 Always plug in all hydraulic lines.
  • Page 37 Tighten with the appropriate torque. Hook the load suspension gear (chains, ropes etc.) into this loading hook during loading. Loading work only by operators trained by HORSCH! Function and connection of hydraulic cou- plings 00380881 Connect the hydraulic upper link.
  • Page 38: Operation

    Operation Commissioning / Tractor change Whenever working on the machine During initial commissioning and when chang- pay attention to the associated safety ing the tractor, the machine must be adapted notes in the chapter “Safety and to the tractor. prevention of accidents” as well as the accident prevention instructions! WARNING Dropping or lowering machine parts can cause...
  • Page 39: Connecting/Parking

    Connecting/Parking NOTE Check all plug-and-socket connections (hy- ¾ DANGER draulic, electric and pneumatic) for cleanli- ness and firm seating. Serious accidents when manoeuvring and Dirty connectors will contaminate the flowing coupling! media. The connectors therefore become Keep an eye on your environment. ¾...
  • Page 40: Transport Position

    Transport position WARNING Danger of road accidents caused by losing the machine or machine parts. Before driving off: Clean all thrown up soil off the entire machine. ¾ Check function of lighting system. ¾ Lock the control units mechanically or elec- ¾...
  • Page 41 Position of the control units during road travel Floating position Locked position Supply Position Control unit Unfolding / Folding in Hydraulic valve block Working depth Fan 1 Fan 2 Auger Crossbar Drawbar Hydraulic brake Tools 1 Tools 2...
  • Page 42: Parking

    Parking On machines with pneumatic brake (option) ¾ drain the eater from the air reservoir. In case of longer periods of rest close the hose cou- plings. DANGER Wash the hopper and machine thoroughly af- ¾ Serious accidents from loss of stability! ter placing solid fertiliser.
  • Page 43: Folding

    Folding Unfolding Connect the E-Manager, select the hydraulic ¾ WARNING control unit Lift in the display, then lift the drill. Remove the green aluminium clips for the Dropping or lowering machine parts can cause ¾ severe crushing injuries etc.! transport lock from the piston rods of the hydraulic cylinders on axle and upper link.
  • Page 44: Folding In

    Folding in Remove aluminium clips from the upper ¾ WARNING link (A) and open both lock valves (B) for the upper link. Damage to the machine and failure of basic machine functions. Before folding in clean the area around the ¾...
  • Page 45: Folding Stop On The Seed Wagon

    Folding stop on the seed wagon Adjustable stop position on the frame When unfolding, both side frames are limited by the stops of the piston rods on the wing cylinders and the adjustable stops on the frame. At fully unfolded position both side frames must be parallel to the centre frame.
  • Page 46: Coulter

    Coulter Coulter discs The coulter discs are arranged at the front at an angle with slight pretension to each other. Overview This enables light pulling work and exact open- ing of the seed channel. Adjusting the coulter discs Adjust the preload of the two coulter discs ¾...
  • Page 47 Scraper Uniformer The scrapers keep coulter discs and pressure The uniformer firms the seed in the seedbed and wheels free of dirt. presses it gently down. Under moist conditions and sticky soils the Check the function, wear and readjustment uniformer may pick up residues. In this case it ¾...
  • Page 48: Rubber Mounting

    Rubber mounting NOTE Keep the rubber mounting free of oil. ¾ Oils and grease can harm the rubber and thus adversely affect the function. Harrow The harrow can be adjusted downwards if re- quired. Unscrew the bolt, move the bracket to the next ¾...
  • Page 49: Tightening Torques On The Turbodisc Coulter

    Tightening torques on the TurboDisc coulter 20 Nm 120 Nm 20 Nm 55 Nm 38 Nm...
  • Page 50: Drilling Depth Setting

    Drilling depth setting The drilling depth is determined by the position of the hydraulic upper link and the pressure setting on the drill coulters. Reduce the coulter pressure to a low value ¾ using the cranks. Open both lock valves for the upper link. ¾...
  • Page 51: Setting The Bout Markers

    Setting the bout markers Aggressiveness of bout markers WARNING Risk of injury from the bout marker. Order persons to leave the slewing range of ¾ the bout markers. When installing for the first time, the bout mark- ers must be set to working width. Marking takes place in relation to the centre of the tractor.
  • Page 52 Position of the control units during use in the field Position Floating position Locked position Supply Control unit Hydraulic valve block Working depth Fan 1 Fan 2 Auger Crossbar Drawbar Hydraulic brake Tools 1 Tools 2...
  • Page 53: Work Instructions

    Work instructions Headland Reduce the rotational speed just before lifting ¾ out the machine so that the fan output does NOTE not drop too much and causes the hoses to block. Please note: Lift out the machine during travel. ¾ To control the seed refer to the operating ¾...
  • Page 54: Checks

    Checks Pneumatic system Are the motor flaps installed in the correct ¾ seed pipes for the tram lines, has the tramline NOTE rhythm been set and do the valves close? Check the placement quality when beginning Do the seed hoses not sag and are they free ¾...
  • Page 55: Pneumatic System

    Pneumatic system NOTE Fan setting, seed transport and seed place- ¾ The pneumatic system consists of ment must be checked on all coulters when starting sowing and also at regular intervals • when working on large areas. Hopper • One or several metering units, depending on •...
  • Page 56: Connecting The Hydraulics

    Connecting the hydraulics Checks and maintenance Maintenance work on the fan and opening of ¾ CAUTION the protective grille only while the machine is at a standstill. Let the fan only run while the Damage on the fan motor - gear motor protective grille is mounted: Be sure to connect the return line to the pres- ¾...
  • Page 57: Pto-Shaft Driven Fan

    PTO-shaft driven fan Retightening the fan flange The clamping taper fixates the fan wheel and The fan can alternatively also be driven by a additionally clamps on the drive shaft. PTO-shaft pump. Theclamping taper on the fan drive may come loose.
  • Page 58: Hopper

    Hopper Single hopper The single hopper is closed with a covering. The hopper can be designed as single hopper Always keep the covering closed to protect for seed or a twin hopper for seed and fertiliser. ¾ the seed against contamination, dust and moisture.
  • Page 59: Seed Transport

    Seed transport Twin hopper For all machines with twin hopper, the air flow of Single hopper the fan is split before the metering units. The single hopper machines are equipped with an injector nozzle in the fall sluice. In the sluice the seed is injected into the air flow. A foldable lid is mounted to the underside of the fall sluice, which is opened for calibration.
  • Page 60: Ppf System

    Both hoppers used for seed If no fertiliser is to be placed, both hoppers can be used for seed. To do so, access the Configuration menu in ¾ the E-Manager and select the option 2x seed in the Metering unit item. Enter the hopper ratio in the terminal of the ¾...
  • Page 61: G & F System

    G & F System Tram line with half-width shut-off If a tram line is required with section shut down Machines with G & F system may be equipped enabled, the installation position of the valves with one or two distributor towers. must be considered.
  • Page 62: Calibration

    Calibration Perform the calibration procedure. Follow the ¾ CAUTION operating instructions for the E-Manager. Close the flap / covering. Ensure leak tight- ¾ Risk of crushing on the metering unit! ness! Do not reach into the rotating metering unit. ¾ Perform calibration for both metering units on ¾...
  • Page 63: Distributor

    Distributor The arrangement of the flaps depends on the working width of the drill • Depending on the design and working width of tram line rhythm the machine the seed system is equipped with • one or two distributor towers. track width of the spraying and spreading •...
  • Page 64: Pneumatics - Hose Arrangement

    Observe correct hose installation. ¾ Arrangement of hose routing depending on the equipment used: Pronto 6 AS variant with one tower 1 40 39 Distributor Direction of travel Distributor outlet no. Coulter No. Pronto 6 AS variant with two towers...
  • Page 65: Metering Unit

    Metering unit Rotors The HORSCH metering unit consists of only A large number of rotors is available for the dif- a few individual parts and can be dismantled ferent seed types with numerous geometrical without tools. shapes and grain sizes, as well as fertilisers in form of powders or granulates.
  • Page 66: Rotor Change

    Rotor change Rotor change with full hopper After choosing a rotor from the table it must be installed in the metering unit. Empty the seed hopper, if possible, before ¾ changing the rotor. Unscrew the side cover. ¾ Pull out the rotor with the drive shaft. ¾...
  • Page 67: Adjusting The Sealing Lip

    Adjusting the sealing lip Rotors for fine seeds NOTE The rotors for fine seeds consist of cell discs, spacers and drive shaft. A defective sealing lip or incorrectly assembled supporting plate cause metering errors during In order to avoid malfunction when sowing fine sowing.
  • Page 68: Assembly Note

    Function test Maintenance The function and operability of fine seed rotors After installing a new rotor its function and con- must be checked every day. centricity must be checked. There should be no gap between the cell For this purpose switch on the rotor as described ¾...
  • Page 69: Rape Brushes

    Urheberschutz: Für diese technische Unterlage DIN 6784 behalten wir uns alle Rechte vor. 17.04.2012 Haselhoff Adapter Bohnen für Dosiergerät PP © Horsch Maschinen GmbH © Horsch Maschinen GmbH Änderungen sind untersagt Änderungen sind untersagt 01508300 6,115 kg Bemaßungen in mm...
  • Page 70 Metering unit with injector fall When using the adapter frame you must install ¾ and adjust a wider sealing lip - see adjusting sluice the sealing lip. The metering units in machines with normal hopper and injector fall sluice are equipped with The special rotors for coarse seeds should be ¾...
  • Page 71: Maintenance Of Metering Unit

    Maintenance of metering unit The metering unit does not require any special maintenance. In order to avoid repair related downtimes, both the metering unit and the drive motor should be cleaned and subjected to a function test after the end of the season. The bearings in the side cover in particular can be damaged or may become hard-moving be- cause of dressing dust.
  • Page 72: Optional Equipment

    The crossbar may be installed at the front of the machine or between the DiscSystem and the tyre packer. It is especially suitable for levelling on ploughed Pronto 6 AS front packer soil. The tractive force demand increases. Maintenance To calibrate the crossbar, fully extend all ¾...
  • Page 73: Harrow In Front Of Packer

    Harrow in front of packer Heavy duty harrow The harrow in front of the packer levels the loos- The heavy duty harrow reliably closes the seed ened seedbed and distributes existing harvest furrow even on heavy soils. residues. It is directly connected to the seed bar via heavy carrier arms.
  • Page 74: Track Loosener

    Track loosener Pre-emergence markers The pre-emergence markers are mounted di- To loosen the tractor tracks, all Pronto DC can rectly to the frame of the heavy duty harrow. be fitted with track loosening tines or track loos- If the tram line is enabled, the pre-emergence ening discs.
  • Page 75: Track Loosener Discs

    Track loosener discs Individual disc pairs can be set deeper to loosen tractor tracks. Contrary to the tines, discs do not tend to be- come blocked. Track loosener discs Track loosening tines Loosen and remove the upper screw (1). ¾ Slightly loosen the lower screw (2), if nec- ¾...
  • Page 76: Filling Auger

    Filling auger Unfolding WARNING DANGER Danger of injury caused by the dead weight of Danger of severe injury caused by the rotating pipe or funnel. auger. Hold the swivelling part when opening the ¾ Never reach into the rotating auger! lock.
  • Page 77 Filling Care and maintenance 1. Switch on the hydraulic drive on the tractor. Thoroughly clean the auger, especially after ¾ using it with dressing or fertiliser. 2. Run the tractor engine with raised rotational These agents are aggressive and promote speed.
  • Page 78: Worklight

    WorkLight Hydraulic coulter pressure adjustment The WorkLight is operated via the terminal of the E-Manager. The brightness is adjustable in To adjust the seed placement, set the coulter several levels. pressure as described in the Coulter section, subitem Coulter pressure. In working position the piston rods of the single acting cylinders are pushed in by the coulter pressure.
  • Page 79: Pre-Emergence Markers

    Pre-emergence markers Depth setting The pre-emergence markers can be adjusted The pre-emergence markers mark the tramlines in 4 stages: before the seed grows. They can also be subse- quently mounted to the coulter brackets. Stage 1 - flattest position • The coulter brackets are hydraulically lifted and Stage 4 - deepest position •...
  • Page 80: Micro-Granular Compound Facility

    Calibration opening Metering auger The micro-granulate hopper has a capacity Pressure compensation hoses of 250 litres with the Pronto 6 AS with single Calibration bag brackets hopper and 270 litres with the Pronto 6 AS with Introduction into fan flow twin hopper.
  • Page 81: Initial Use

    Changing the metering augers Open the calibration opening and hook in the ¾ calibration bag. If the hopper is full, loosen the wing nut on ¾ For low granulate quantities install the 38 cm³ the gate valve (1) and insert the valve in the ¾...
  • Page 82: Ppf System

    PPF System The sticker shows the position of the pin and the associated working depth of the coulter. With the fertiliser equipment solid fertiliser can 1 Most shallow setting be placed together with the seed. The fertiliser is placed by single disc coulters 7 Deepest setting into the soil between DiscSystem and packer.
  • Page 83 If the coulter discs are worn, slightly turn the ¾ NOTE fertiliser pipes (A) upward to prevent them from being abraded. Adjust the fertiliser discs to prevent them ¾ To do so, loosen the two screws (B) and ¾ from touching the ground during drilling. They fasten the pipe (A) again at a higher position.
  • Page 84: Maize Distributor

    Maize distributor Mounting the maize distributor Loosen the wing screws on the distributor lid ¾ WARNING and remove the lid. Plug on the maize distributor and fasten the ¾ Hazard from harmful dressing dust. screws. The exhaust air must not be blown into the ¾...
  • Page 85: Drawbar Extension

    Drawbar extension The drawbar of the Pronto 6 AS can be extended by approx. 0.9 m. This may be necessary when using cultivation tools or wide tractor tyres. This prevents damage to the machine or excessively large turning radii. Setting Drawbar adjustment Loosen screws (A &...
  • Page 86: Optional Equipment

    Optional equipment Connecting First connect the coupling head “Brake” Brake system (yellow). Then connect the coupling head “Provision” The machine can be equipped with a pneu- (red). matic or hydraulic brake system. The machine is Release the parking brake. equipped with a parking brake for safe parking. Unhitching DANGER Apply the parking brake.
  • Page 87: Hydraulic Brake

    In released position the brake lever should touch the fork at the front and the wheels should be able to turn freely. To ensure the function of the valves, anti- ¾ freeze should be added to the compressed air. Follow the operating instructions of the tractor! The coupling heads should be closed with ¾...
  • Page 88: Parking Brake

    Parking brake Function of the breakaway brake valve The valve has two positions: DANGER A - operating position B - emergency braking Uncontrolled rolling of the machine may cause severe injuries by crushing or rolling over. Park the machine only on level ground with ¾...
  • Page 89: Wheels And Tyres

    Safety stickers and marked on the machine with the following stickers: Pay attention to the chapter Maintenance. Use only tyres and rimes approved by ¾ HORSCH. Changing wheels (undercarriage) 00385757 4. When using a hydraulic jack without safety lock, use a tripod trestle or similar support...
  • Page 90 9. Attach the new wheel and fasten it with the wheel nuts. Tighten all wheel nuts crosswise: etc. 10.Remove the tripod trestle and lower the machine. 11.Tighten the wheel nuts with the torque wrench. NOTE Retighten the wheel nuts after 10 km. ¾...
  • Page 91: Protective Devices

    Protective devices The protective devices prevent the machine Machines with lower links tool hitch are protected against unauthorised use. The devices are against unauthorised use by putting a padlock through the hole of the lower link shaft. mounted on the coupling device or the hitch rings and secured with a lock.
  • Page 92: Care And Maintenance

    Care and Cleaning Maintenance Clean the machine thoroughly at regular inter- vals and after the end of the season. WARNING NOTE Risk of injuries during maintenance work Do not clean electrical components and fan or Please observe the safety notes on care and ¾...
  • Page 93: Maintenance Intervals

    Maintenance intervals Storage The maintenance intervals are determined by If the machine is to be shut down for a longer many different factors. period of time: For example, the different operating conditions, weather impact, travel and working speeds, dust If possible, park the machine under a roof. ¾...
  • Page 94: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Fault Possible cause Remedy The sealing lip in the metering unit Replace the sealing lip. is worn. Check the adjustment on the terminal The placing quantity is set too low. and correct as required. The placing quantity is too low. The pressurized hopper of twin hopper Check the hopper for leak tightness machines is leaking.
  • Page 95: Maintenance Overview

    Maintenance overview Pronto 6 AS Maintenance location Work instructions Interval After 10 operating hours Retighten all screw and plug-in Even firmly tightened screw connections can come loose once connections as well as the hydraulic (e.g. because of material settlement or paint residues between connections.
  • Page 96 Maintenance location Work instructions Interval Pressure accumulator • Maintenance by trained qualified personnel • Work on equipment with hydr. accumulators (repairs, connecting pressure gauges, etc.) may only be performed after relieving the fluid pressure. • Completely bleed the hydraulic line after connecting it. Electrics Electric lines Check for damage...
  • Page 97 Maintenance location Work instructions Interval After connecting: Adjust the distance of the hold-down to the ball to daily max. 0.5 mm: max. 0.5 mm max. 0.5 mm For this purpose, according to the design, e.g. turn upper stop screw and secure with nut or remove hold-down and turn lower setscrew.
  • Page 98 Maintenance location Work instructions Interval Distributor Check for foreign objects. Unscrew the distributor cover and daily check the outlets. Check components and connections for leaks. Check function and position of the tramline flaps. Check the correct sequence of the seed flow sensors. Flaps automatic tram line system Check switching function - close and open by air draught or daily...
  • Page 99 Maintenance location Work instructions Interval Wheels / brakes Undercarriage / wheels Check for damage (cracks, etc.) daily Check fastening / retighten wheel nuts - see above see above Check air pressure daily • Undercarriage: 800/45-26.5 V Line 16 TL: 2.2 bar •...
  • Page 100 Lubrication points (lubrication grease: DIN 51825 KP/2K-40) - Lubricate the following, number of lubrication points in brackets Swivel and self-aligning bearing drawbar (A) lubricate (2) Articulated drawbar (B) - for swinging drawbar hitching lubricate (2) Folding cylinders and folding frames on seed wagon (C) lubricate (2) Folding cylinders and folding frames on the drill (D) lubricate (2)
  • Page 101: Waste Disposal

    Attention must be paid to all valid regulations. Decommissioning and waste disposal must only be carried out by operators who have been trained by HORSCH. Contact a waste disposal company, if this should be necessary.
  • Page 102: Appendix

    Appendix Tightening torques NOTE The tightening torques only serve as guidelines and are generally valid. Actual data given at the • corresponding points in the operating instructions have priority. Screws and nuts must thereby not be treated with lubricant, since this would change the friction value. •...
  • Page 103 Inch screws Tightening torques - inch screws in Nm Screw Strength 2 Strength 5 Strength 8 diameter No marks on head 3 marks on head 6 marks on head Inch Coarse Fine thread Coarse Fine thread Coarse Fine thread thread thread thread 12.2...
  • Page 104: Index

    Index Accessories 6 Fall sluice 61 Adapter frame 65,66 Fan blades 51 Adjustable drawbar 20 Fan flange 53 Aluminium clips 30 Fertiliser metering unit 94 Assembly 64 Filling auger 72 Flange 53 Folding 40 Ball 92 Folding in 40 Ball-and-socket coupling 92 foreign objects 64 Ball head 20 Foreword 4...
  • Page 105 Packer 12,68 Technical data 18 Parking 38 Track loosener 70 Parking brake 84 Track loosener discs 71 Parking brake maintenance 84 Track loosening tines 70 Pin assignment 67 Tractor change 34 Plug 31 Tractor link arm 20 Pneumatic brake 82 Traffic 8 Pneumatic system 93 Tramline control 59...
  • Page 107 All details on technical specifications and pictograms are approximate and for information only. Subject to technical product revisions. HORSCH Maschinen GmbH Tel.: +49 94 31 7143-0 Sitzenhof 1 Fax: +49 94 31 7143-9200 92421 Schwandorf E-Mail: info@horsch.com www.horsch.com...

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