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MASCHIO GASPARDO S.p.A.
ORIETTA
OLIMPIA
IT
USO E MANUTENZIONE
EN
USE AND MAINTENANCE
DE
GEBRAUCH UND WARTUNG
FR
EMPLOI ET ENTRETIEN
ES
EMPLEO Y MANTENIMIENTO
Cod. G19502812
2011-08
*)
*) Valido per Paesi UE
*) Valid for EU member countries
*) Valable dans les Pays UE
*) Gilt für EU-Mitgliedsländer
*) Válido para Países UE
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Summarization of Contents
1.0 Introduction
Attention to Operating and Safety Instructions
Important warnings regarding machine use and operator qualifications.
1.1 Guarantee Conditions
Conditions that void the machine's warranty, including technical limits and improper use.
1.1.1 Guarantee Expiry
Conditions that void the machine's warranty, including technical limits and improper use.
1.2 Seeder Description and Safety Cautions
Operating speed and transport guidelines for safe machine use.
1.4 Machine Identification and Handling
Attention to Manual Handling Safety
Customer must apply safety rules for manual handling of loads.
1.5 Handling Safety Precautions
Guidelines for safe handling operations and proper disposal of packaging materials.
1.7 Danger and Indicator Signals
1.7.1 Warning Signals
General warnings for safe operation and maintenance.
1.7.2 Danger Signals
Specific danger signals related to machine operation and movement.
1.7.3 Indicator Signals
Indicator signals for lifting points, greasing, and transport.
2.0 Safety Regulations and Accident Prevention
General Safety Norms
General safety rules for operating the seeder, including operator conduct and machine checks.
Tractor Hitch Safety
Safety instructions for attaching and handling the tractor hitch and equipment.
Transport on Road Safety
Highway code compliance and safety for road transport.
Hydraulic System Safety Measures
Precautions for connecting and operating hydraulic systems to prevent injury.
Cardan Shaft Safety
Safety instructions for installing, using, and maintaining the Cardan shaft.
3.0 Instructions for Use
Maintenance in Safety
Guidelines for personal protective gear during maintenance and operation.
3.1 Attachment to the Tractor
Procedure for safely connecting the seeder to the tractor's three-point hitch.
Danger During Tractor Attachment
Critical safety warnings for attaching the seeder to the tractor.
3.2 Unhooking the Seed Drill from the Tractor
Danger During Tractor Unhooking
Critical safety warnings for unhooking the seeder from the tractor.
3.3 Adapting the Cardan Shaft
Caution for Cardan Shaft Fitting
Guidelines for correctly fitting and checking the Cardan shaft length and guards.
Attention to Cardan Shaft Transport
Transport instructions for the seeder.
3.4 Hydraulic Systems
Hydraulic System Regulation
Instructions for regulating oil flow in hydraulic systems using specific valves.
Warning on Hydraulic System Pressure
Caution regarding hydraulic system pressure adjustments and potential damage.
3.6 Machine Transport
Caution for Hoisting and Loading
Safety precautions for hoisting and loading the machine onto transport vehicles.
Danger During Hoisting and Transport
Hazards associated with machine hoisting and transport operations.
Transit and Transport on Public Highways
Rules for safe road transport, including signage and vehicle compatibility.
Attention to Transport Requirements
Transport requirements for the seeder, including empty tanks and speed limits.
3.7 Folding Frame Operation
Danger During Folding Frame Operation
Warning about the danger of operating near the folding frame mechanism.
3.7.1 Description of Functioning
Opening the Folding Frame
Steps for opening the folding frame, connecting hydraulics and ensuring proper alignment.
Closing the Folding Frame
Steps for closing the folding frame, securing it for transport and discharging hydraulic pressure.
Optional Two-Stage Cylinders
Information on optional two-stage cylinders for frame movement and alignment.
3.8 Planting Unit
3.8.1 Runner Shoes
Selection guide for runner shoes based on seed type and soil conditions.
Furrow Opener Depth Adjustment
Procedure for adjusting furrow opener depth using the handle and indicator.
3.9 Seed Distributor
Selector Adjustment
Adjusting the selector for seed plate changes and fine-tuning seed selection.
Micro-Selector Operation
Using and adjusting the micro-selector for precise seed selection and disabling if not needed.
Field Adjustments and Control
Steps for field adjustments of selectors, vacuum, and blow-off devices.
3.10 Seeding
3.10.1 Distribution Adjustment
Adjusting seed distribution based on seed type and longitudinal distance.
3.10.2 Seed Plates Table
Table listing seed types and corresponding hole diameters for seed plates.
1) Using the Seed Investment Table
Using the seed investment table to calculate seed quantity and longitudinal distance.
2) Using Longitudinal Seed Planting Distances Table
Using seed planting distances table to determine gear combinations for desired spacing.
3.10.4 Longitudinal Seeding Distance
Important Note on Seed Distance
Instructions for adjusting seed planting distance using gearbox and chain.
3.11 Aspirator Operation
Vacuum Gauge Functionality
Indicates suction pressure from 0 to -100 mbar for seed distribution.
Pressure Gauge Functionality
Indicates blowing pressure from 0 to 25 mbar for seed distribution.
Important Fan Cooling Advice
Fan cooling and PTO speed adjustment advice for optimal operation.
Warning on Aspirator Belt Tension
Procedure for checking and adjusting the aspirator belt tension.
3.12 Seed Aspirator Device
Using the Seed Aspirator
Instructions for using the seed aspirator to recover leftover seeds.
3.14 Floating Wheels
Floating Wheels Assembly
Assembly steps for floating wheels, including tension adjustment.
3.15 Row Marker Operation
Row Marker Disc Adjustment
Instructions for attaching and adjusting row marker discs.
Row Marker Trace on Tractor Wheel
Calculation for row marker trace distance on tractor wheel.
Row Marker Trace in Tractor Centre
Calculation for row marker trace distance in tractor centre.
3.16 Distribution of Chemical Products
Hopper and Tank Filling
Procedure for filling hoppers and tanks with fertilizer and insecticide, including safety warnings.
Hopper Capacity Details
Table detailing hopper capacities and materials.
4.0 Operations for Putting the Machine into Service
4.1 When the Machine is New
Initial assembly and checks for a new machine.
4.2 Checks and Preventative Maintenance
Routine checks and preventative maintenance for safety and operation.
4.3 Attachment to the Tractor
Procedure for safely connecting the seeder to the tractor's three-point hitch.
4.4 Preparing for Seeding - Danger
Chemical substance handling precautions and general safety warnings.
4.5 Distribution of Chemical Products
Danger During Chemical Handling
Chemical substance handling precautions and general safety warnings.
4.6 During Seeding
Caution for Seeding Operations
Safety precautions regarding non-original parts and sudden movements.
Important Seeding Recommendations
Operating recommendations for smooth and safe seeding operations.
5.0 Maintenance Overview
Caution on Maintenance Periods
Notes on maintenance periods and the importance of cleaning grease nipples.
Attenzione: Handling Oils and Greases
General warnings about handling oils, greases, and chemicals.
5.0 Maintenance Schedule
5.0.1 When the Machine is New
Initial bolt tightening check after first eight hours of operation.
5.0.2 Beginning of Seeding Season
Cleaning the air filter and clearing condensation/impurities from pipes.
5.0.3 Every Eight Hours of Operation
Greasing universal joints, row-marker pin, and transmission chains; checking belt tension.
5.0.4 Every Fifty Hours of Operation
Checking seed plates, distributor interior, row-marker arm pin, and frame joints.
5.0.5 Every Six Months
Greasing self-aligning bearings of drive wheels and Cardan shaft bevel gears.
5.0.6 Every Five Years
Replacing all hydraulic system tubes.
5.0 Maintenance Schedule Continued
5.0.7 Periodically
Checking seed drill tyre pressure.
5.0.8 Rest Periods
End-of-season maintenance, cleaning, part checks, and storage recommendations.
5.0.9 Replacing the Seed Plate
Safety precautions for replacing seed plates and cover gaskets.
Replacing the Cover Seal
Procedure for checking and replacing the seed distributor cover seal.
5.0.10 Recommended Lubricants
Recommended lubricants for general greasing and specific points.
6.0 Demolition and Disposal
EC Declaration of Conformity
Declaration of compliance with safety and health requirements per European Directive 2006/42/EC.
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