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NEW ZEALAND (HEAD OFFICE)
GILTRAP ENGINEERING LTD
7 Main North Road
Otorohanga
3900
TEL:
+64 7 873 4199
FREE:
0800 804 458 (NZ ONLY)
GENERAL:
info@giltrapag.co.nz
PARTS:
parts@giltrapag.co.nz
WEBSITE:
www.giltrapag.co.nz
Part Number: 14310
G-MAX Wagon
AUSTRALIA
GILTRAP AG EQUIPMENT PTY LTD
105-117 Boundary Road
Laverton North
Melbourne
Vic 3026
TEL:
FAX:
FREE:
SALES:
PARTS:
WEBSITE:
+61 3 936 96 548
+61 3 936 96 549
1800 127 030 (AU ONLY)
sales@giltrapag.com.au
melboffice@giltrapag.com.au
www.giltrapag.com.au
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- Page 1 G-MAX Wagon Quick Start Guide NEW ZEALAND (HEAD OFFICE) AUSTRALIA GILTRAP ENGINEERING LTD GILTRAP AG EQUIPMENT PTY LTD 7 Main North Road 105-117 Boundary Road Otorohanga Laverton North 3900 Melbourne Vic 3026 TEL: TEL: +64 7 873 4199 +61 3 936 96 548...
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Page 2: Disclaimer
Disclaimer While every attempt has been made to ensure that information and diagrams in this manual are correct, Giltrap Engineering Limited will not be responsible for any damage or consequential loss arising out of misinterpretation or failure to follow recommended procedures;... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Page 3 G-MAX Wagon Quick Start Guide Table of Contents Disclaimer ........................2 Table of Contents ......................3 Introduction ........................4 ...................... 4 ANUAL VALUATION ....................4 ELIVERY AND ARRANTY Warranty .......................... 5 Serial Number Identification ..................... 6 General Safety ......................... 7 Pre-Service Guidelines &... -
Page 4: Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Giltrap product. Giltrap Engineering Ltd has enjoyed a long-standing success with their machinery. We would like you to enjoy the benefits of owning a Giltrap too. By following the guidelines laid out in this book, you will ensure trouble free, low maintenance operating for years. -
Page 5: Warranty
G-MAX Wagon Quick Start Guide Warranty The Goods specified in the Price List as designed and supplied by Giltrap Engineering Ltd are warranted against faulty workmanship and defective materials for a period of 24 months from the date of purchase. In addition to the primary 24 month warranty for Giltrap products, there is a further 12 month structural warranty for the goods, against faulty workmanship and/or defective materials for structural items only. -
Page 6: Serial Number Identification
Page 6 G-MAX Wagon Quick Start Guide Serial Number Identification Before ordering any parts, check the serial number and the delivery date of the machine and include this information with all orders. If the Serial Number Plate is missing, the serial number will be stamped on the front of the drawbar. -
Page 7: General Safety
Page 7 G-MAX Wagon Quick Start Guide General Safety For the safety of others and yourself, please read and follow the precautions in this operator’s manual. Pay particular attention to the following safety aspects of operating machinery. Do not ride on or allow passengers on the machine. - Page 8 Page 8 G-MAX Wagon Quick Start Guide Carry a suitable fire extinguisher. A fire can ignite under certain conditions, so please take the following precautions: After running your machine for a short time, check for defective bearings. A faulty bearing can become very hot, eventually discolouring, requiring immediate replacement.
- Page 9 Page 9 G-MAX Wagon Quick Start Guide Release all hydraulic pressure from implements before commencing service work. Never look for suspected oil leaks with your hands or body - use a piece of cardboard instead. Any fluid that penetrates the skin will have to be removed immediately by a medical expert.
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Page 10: Pre-Service Guidelines & Settings
Page 10 G-MAX Wagon Quick Start Guide Pre-Service Guidelines & Settings Prior to delivering your machine, your dealer should have completed a pre-delivery check. It is beneficial to check the following points before using the machine for the first time, after the first few loads, then weekly. - Page 11 • THE SIDE CONVEYOR BELT should be checked for alignment and tension, and adjusted if necessary to ensure it is tracking correctly. • THERE ARE SEVERAL GREASE POINTS on all Giltrap feeders. Check the yellow label on the side of your machine to see how many grease points there are.
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Page 12: Installation
Page 12 G-MAX Wagon Quick Start Guide Installation Connect drawbar to tractor. The hydraulic jack (where fitted) may be use as quick hitch foot Retract hydraulic jack or wind up jack handle and stow jack Connect hydraulic hoses Connect brake hose (if equipped) -
Page 13: Tractor Loom Connections
Page 13 G-MAX Wagon Quick Start Guide Tractor loom Connections Connect Wagon loom plug to Tractor loom socket. -
Page 14: Operation
Page 14 G-MAX Wagon Quick Start Guide Operation Loading the Wagon Load the wagon from the rear to the front. When difficult material has to be handled, eg long, wet silage, load the material in sections. It may sometimes be necessary to reverse the load a short distance and then bring it forward again to present a new face to the elevator. - Page 15 Page 15 G-MAX Wagon Quick Start Guide Adjustment Knobs (Manual control): Conveyor Belt Speed Control Belt speed is adjusted using the red knob shown. The conveyor belt takes priority oil flow. Turning the valve clockwise increases the conveyor belt speed.
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Page 16: Electronic Control
Page 16 G-MAX Wagon Quick Start Guide Electronic Control Turn on the in-cab touchscreen monitor. Engage the tractor hydraulics. The Cross conveyor belt will run continuously. Cross conveyor belt speed is adjusted as per manual adjustments above Rate Control On wagons equipped with electronic rate control, the feed rate may be adjusted from the tractor cab. - Page 17 Page 17 G-MAX Wagon Quick Start Guide Weight Mode With Scales fitted, Weight mode allows a pre-set amount of feed to be dispensed before the wagon automatically stops feeding Rate Control with Scales and Wheel Speed Sensor Fitted Distance Mode...
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Page 18: Wireless Scales
Page 18 G-MAX Wagon Quick Start Guide Wireless Scales When equipped with Load cells, the bin weight may be monitored in real time, even with the wagon disconnected from the tractor. The system uses its own built-in WiFi to communicate. - Page 19 Page 19 G-MAX Wagon Quick Start Guide When the electrical plug and socket are disconnected, the Wifi will become active for displaying weight: The wagon may now be loaded by the towing tractor, with live bin weight readout in the cab.
- Page 20 Page 20 G-MAX Wagon Quick Start Guide Manual Hydraulic Override of Electronic system It may sometimes be necessary to over-ride the electronic control system and use the wagon in manual mode. This can be done by adjusting the control knobs on the hydraulic block, located on the left hand side of the wagon, under the stainless steel cover.
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Page 21: Side Shift Operation
Page 21 G-MAX Wagon Quick Start Guide Side Shift Operation The side shift hydraulic ram is located underneath the cross conveyor. Actuating it out allows 300mm of sideways extension to feed into troughs, along fence lines, etc. To operate, connect the two side shift hydraulic hoses to the tractor and adjust cross conveyor position using the tractor hydraulics. -
Page 22: Rear Gate Operation
Page 22 G-MAX Wagon Quick Start Guide Rear Gate Operation The rear gate may be manually un-latched by pulling rearwards on the handle: A stay is fitted which locates in the gate to hold it open for access. Note the gate will automatically open when the main floor is reversed and product pushes against the gate. -
Page 23: Maintenance
Page 23 G-MAX Wagon Quick Start Guide Maintenance Floor Chain tension Adjust floor chain tension as per pre-service guidelines on page 10. The adjusters are located at the rear of the machine near the sprockets. Undo the locknut (where fitted) before making adjustment. -
Page 24: Cross Conveyor Belt Tracking
Page 24 G-MAX Wagon Quick Start Guide Cross Conveyor Belt tracking The side delivery belt is set up and adjusted at the factory before delivery; however it is usual after a period of time to notice the belt running off centre. This is normal and is caused by belt stretch or movement under load. -
Page 25: Greasing And Lubrication
Page 25 G-MAX Wagon Quick Start Guide Greasing and Lubrication Grease Grade Recommended: NLGI 2 oil based Gearbox Oil Recommended: GL-5 80w-90 Schedule Item Frequency – Grease every second day Axle Bushes (axle grease blocks) – Grease every 10 loads... - Page 26 Page 26 G-MAX Wagon Quick Start Guide...
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