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D D X X 4 4 6 6 0 0 P P S S | D D X X 6 6 0 0 0 0 P P S S D D X X 8 8 0 0 0 0 P P S S 01.01.2025 Edition: Effective from: FARMET a.s. phone: +420 491 450 111 Id. No.: 46504931 web: www.farmet.cz Jiřinková 276 GSM: +420 774 715 738 Tax Id.
PREFACE Dear customer, The agricultural machine you have purchased is a high-quality product of Farmet a.s. Česká Skalice. You can fully utilise the advantages of your machine after thoroughly studying the operating manual. The serial number of the machine is punched on the production label and written in the operating manual (Your Machine Characteristics).
MACHINE LIMIT PARAMETERS 1 MACHINE LIMIT PARAMETERS • The machine is designed for soil cultivation up to a depth of 30 cm (11,8 in) when agricultural soil cultivation. Another type of use exceeding the determined purpose is forbidden. • Machine operation is performed by one person – the tractor operator. •...
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE 2 GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE The machine is made in accordance with the latest equipment state and approved safety • regulations. However, dangers of user or third person injury or machine damage or creation of other material damage may arise during use. Use the machine only in a technically sound condition, in accordance with its purpose, •...
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GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE The operator must not consume alcohol, medicines, narcotic and hallucinogenic • substances that decrease his attention and coordination capabilities while using the machine. If the operator must use medicines prescribed by a physician or uses freely sold medicines, he must be informed by a physician, whether he is capable of responsible and safe operation of the machine under these circumstances.
MACHINE TRANSPORT USING TRANSPORT MEANS 3 MACHINE TRANSPORT USING TRANSPORT MEANS • The transport means designed for machine transport must have the load capacity minimally identical with the weight of the transported machine. The total weight of the machine is stated on the production label.
MACHINE HANDLING USING LIFTING EQUIPMENT 4 MACHINE HANDLING USING LIFTING EQUIPMENT The lifting equipment and tying means designed for handling of the machine must have their • load capacity at least identical with the weight of the handled machine. Machine fastening for handling may only be performed in places designed for that and •...
WORK SAFETY LABELS 5 WORK SAFETY LABELS Warning safety labels serve for operator protection. General: • Strictly observe the warning safety labels. • All safety instructions also apply to other users. • Upon damage or destruction of the aforementioned "SAFETY LABEL" located on the machine, THE OPERATOR IS OBLIGED TO REPLACE IT WITH A NEW ONE!!! •...
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WORK SAFETY LABELS Travelling and transport on the machine P 37 H structure is strictly forbidden. When working and transporting the machine, P 39 H maintain safe distance from the electric appliances. When folding and unfolding the side frames, P 50 H stay outside their reach.
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WORK SAFETY LABELS Fig. 1 - Location of safety labels on the machine 15 | 49...
DESCRIPTION 6 DESCRIPTION The DUOLENT DX 460 PS, DX 600 PS, DX 800 PS machine is constructed as semi-carried. The basic version consists of a tow bar with a TPS suspension bar with Ø36mm pivots for the TPS 3 cate- gory, a central frame with the transportation axle and two side frames.
DESCRIPTION 6.1.1 Description and setting of the ring roller The roller with wheels consisting of ring segments is attached to the frame. There is a row of leveller blades in front of the roller. The height as well as angle of the blades can be adjusted. The correct setting of the blades is essential for the correct function of the roller.
MACHINE ASSEMBLY AT THE CUSTOMER 7 MACHINE ASSEMBLY AT THE CUSTOMER • The operator must perform the assembly according to the instructions of the producer, best in cooperation with the expert servicing technician determined by the producer. • The operator must secure a functional test of all assembled parts after the completion of the machine assembly.
COMMISSIONING 8 COMMISSIONING • Before taking over the machine, test and check, whether damage occurred during transport and whether all parts contained in the bill of delivery were supplied. • Before commissioning the machine, carefully read this operating manual, especially Chapters 1– 5.
COMMISSIONING 8.1 Agregation to a tractor • The machine can be connected only to a tractor, whose curb weight is identical or higher than the overall weight of the connected machine. • The machine operator must observe all generally valid regulations of work safety, health protection, fire safety, and environmental protection.
COMMISSIONING 8.2 Hydraulics connection • Connect the hydraulics only when the hydraulic circuits of the machine and the tractor (aggregate) are in a pressure-less condition. • The hydraulic system is under high pressure. Regularly check for leaks and immediately remove obvious damage of all lines, hoses, and pipe unions.
COMMISSIONING 8.3 Folding and unfolding of the machine • The hydraulics for the folding and unfolding must be connected to the double-action control unit. • The operator must ensure that during folding and unfolding of the side frames, no person or animal is within their reach (i.e.
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COMMISSIONING Procedure for folding the machine Position Pressure in the of valves hose green yellow 24 | 49...
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COMMISSIONING Procedure for unfolding the machine Position Pressure in the of valves hose yellow green 25 | 49...
MACHINE TRANSPORT ON ROADS 9 MACHINE TRANSPORT ON ROADS Transport position • Connect the machine by suspending on the tractor using the two-point suspension equipment (TPS 3). • Connect the machine brakes to the tractor with the use of the brake head: release the brakes before raising the machine on the axle.
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MACHINE TRANSPORT ON ROADS Checking the nuts on the transport axle • Use the plastic arrow “Check Point” to check for loose nuts. It promptly shows the condition of the nuts, whether they are loose or not. • Always check the Check Points before driving. •...
MACHINE TRANSPORT ON ROADS 9.1 Sharp machine projections • The machine contains sharp structural projections • It is prohibited to operate and transport the machine on roads when visibility is reduced!! - Persons or objects, or other road traffic participants could get caught. •...
MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 10 MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 1 – Tow bar – Adjustment of machine longitudinal plane 2 – Levelling discs 3 – Axle – lifted for work 4 – Setting the working depth of tracing wheels 5 – Spots for setting the working depths 29 | 49...
MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 10.1 Adjusting the working depth of the machine • The working depth of the machine must be set so that the spring protection of the working tools (tines) does not unlock frequently. The spring protection should only release very sporadically. Unlocking can occur on a maximum of one working tool (tine) on the entire machine after a 100 - 200 m drive.
MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 10.2 Machine adjustment using tractoŕs TPS arms Use the TPS arms of the tractor to set the machine so that the shares in all rows work in the same depth. 1 – Soil 2 – Machine frame on the plane – same depth in all rows 3 –...
MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 10.3 Setting the leveling discs • Set the working depth of the levelling discs by using the lever for setting discs. Be careful when executing the adjustment. • Correctly set discs will provide the perfect levelling and overlapping with soft soil along the entire width of the working coverage.
MACHINE ADJUSTMENT 10.4 Share securing • The basic setting of the securing spring is performed by the manufacturer at 395 ± 5 mmso it is horizontal. • Regularly check the nut tightening of the lower and the upper pivot of the securing, tighten as needed.
MACHINE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 11 MACHINE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS Observe the safety instructions for treatment and maintenance. • If it is necessary to weld during the repair and have the machine connected to the tractor, it must have disconnected supply cables from the alternator and the accumulator. •...
MACHINE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 11.1 Maintenance plan MAINTENANCE PLAN Perform the planned maintenance according to the instructions: Once a Time Maintenance Task Daily Before After week (season) season season interval Machine in general • ·Visual inspection of the machine • Checking for any undesirable sounds, vibrations and excessive wear •...
MACHINE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS MAINTENANCE PLAN Perform the planned maintenance according to the instructions: Once a Time Maintenance Task Daily Before After (season) week season season interval Bolt connections Visual inspection of bolt and hydraulic joints, tighten any loose joints using a corresponding torque (see the torque chart) Towing lug –...
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MACHINE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS MAINTENANCE PLAN Perform the planned maintenance according to the instructions: Once a Time Maintenance Task Daily Before After (season) week season season interval Electric cables Check for any damage, replace if needed Safety measures Lighting and safety hatched boards – check the condition, function and cleanliness Hazard and safety labels –...
MACHINE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 11.2 Machine lubrication schedule • During machine maintenance and its lubrication, it is necessary to observe the safety regulations. • If the machine is equipped with a drawbar for the bottom fixed suspension, it is completely maintenance-free as far as lubrication is concerned.
MACHINE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 11.3 Replacement of the working roller bearings • Always follow the safety regulations and directives when replacing the bearings of rollers. • The machine must be aggregated with the tractor according to Chapter “8.1” when replacing the bearings.
MACHINE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 11.3.1 Using the tool for bearing disassembly and assembly • The location of the equipment on the machine can be found in the spare parts catalogue. Tool parts 1 – Part for disassembling the bearing ring 2 –...
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MACHINE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 11.3.1.1 Complete bearing disassembly • Procedure: 1. Mount and screw the tool pin onto the cylinder pin 2. Screw the tool body in, insert the part for bearing disassembly and mount onto the bearing using the nuts 3.
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MACHINE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 11.3.1.2 Disassembly of the ring • Procedure: 1. Mount and screw the tool pin onto the cylinder pin 2. Screw the tool body, mount the part for disassembling the bearing, mount the part for disassembling the ring and attach it using the nuts 3.
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MACHINE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 11.3.1.3 Assembling bearings onto pins • Procedure: 1. Mount and screw the tool pin onto the cylinder pin 2. Mount the bearing + liner and screw the tool body in 3. Assemble the bearing by screwing the tool body using spanner size 36 43 | 49...
MACHINE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 11.3.2 Using spacers The spacers are used for defining production tolerances. Therefore, they do not have to be always used. • Mount the house bearings to the rollers • Insert the roller with the bearings between the frame side plates and assess whether you need to use the SPACERS 1 –...
MACHINE STORAGE 12 MACHINE STORAGE Long-term machine shutdown: • Store the machine under a roof if possible. • Store the machine on a flat and solid surface with sufficient load capacity. • Clean the machine before storing and conserve so that it is not damaged in any way during storage.
MACHINE DISPOSAL AFTER SERVICE LIFE EXPIRY 14 MACHINE DISPOSAL AFTER SERVICE LIFE EXPIRY • The operator must secure during machine disposal that steel parts and parts, in which hydraulic oil or lubricating grease moves are differentiated. • Steel parts must be cut by the operator while observing safety regulations and handed over to the secondary raw material collection point.
(buyer). The registration must be completed by the seller (sales representative) on the My Farmet online portal. Upon correct registration, the end user will gain access to the My Farmet portal and all the benefits of the extended warranty.
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