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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
HOEING MACHINE
EC-RIDGER
en-GB | Item no. 17515198 | BA 00/02.2021

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  • Page 1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HOEING MACHINE EC-RIDGER en-GB | Item no. 17515198 | BA 00/02.2021...
  • Page 2 Pass these instructions to all users / owners. Original instructions © 2021 | This documentation is copyright protected. All rights remain with Machinefabriek Steketee BV, Lieve Vrouwepoldersedijk 1a, 3243 LA Stad aan ’t Haringvliet/Netherlands. The texts, diagrams and drawings must not be duplicated, distributed or disclosed in any other way,...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Table of contents About these instructions............................1 1.1 Introduction................................. 1 1.2 Target groups..............................2 1.3 Applied symbols..............................2 1.3.1 Design of warning signs..........................2 1.3.2 Signal words and hazard statements...................... 3 1.3.3 Warning of property damage........................3 1.3.4 Other notices and information........................
  • Page 4 Table of contents 5.2 Preparing for road travel..........................35 Operation................................... 36 6.1 Basic procedure............................... 36 6.2 Basic operation..............................37 6.2.1 Lifting and lowering the hoeing elements mechanically............. 37 6.2.2 Lifting and lowering the Combi-Element hydraulically..............39 6.3 Changing the setup state..........................40 6.3.1 Replacing the toolbar - EC-Ridger 9......................
  • Page 5 Table of contents Troubleshooting and error correction......................70 10.1 Find and eliminate errors correctly......................70 10.1.1 Prior to troubleshooting at the implement..................70 10.1.2 When troubleshooting and eliminating errors................70 10.2 Error - Cause - Remedies at a glance...................... 71 Shutdown and disposal............................
  • Page 6 Table of contents en-GB | Item no. 17515198 | BA 00/02.2021...

  • Page 7: About These Instructions

    About these instructions About these instructions Introduction Observe the operating instructions These operating instructions are important and belong to the machine's scope of delivery. These operating instructions must be available to the user at the place of use. Always read chapter "Safety" before using the machine for the first time.

  • Page 8: Target Groups

    About these instructions Initial commissioning These operating instructions do not describe initial commissioning. INFORMATION Prior to operation, initial commissioning and instruction in operation, setting and maintenance must have been carried out by the dealer. Target groups The target groups of these operating instructions are operators, users and service personnel of the machine.

  • Page 9: Signal Words And Hazard Statements

    About these instructions 1.3.2 Signal words and hazard statements The following signal words and hazard statements are used to label warning signs and to warn of residual risks: DANGER Indicates an immediate hazardous situation If the hazardous situation is not avoided, it will result in death or serious injury.

  • Page 10: Symbols And Text Markings

    About these instructions 1.3.5 Symbols and text markings Symbol, text marking Meaning In front of and in texts Marking for routine maintenance ● tasks Activities that demand the help of service staff. Listing Position numbers [1], Example: ‘Settings’ Software element Example: [OK] Softkey, key, switch and button [kg]...

  • Page 11: Further Applicable Documents

    About these instructions Further applicable documents Further documents to be observed: Operating instructions of the tractor For partially assembled or disassembled delivery: Mounting instructions Spare-parts list Operating instructions for the combination machine INFORMATION In other documents and in sections of these operating instructions, the machine is also referred to as an imple‐...

  • Page 12: Safety

    Safety Safety Intended use The machine is used for mechanical weed control between and in rows of crops on agricultural land. It may only be used in accordance with the recognised rules of good agricultural practice. Limitations The crops must be planted in parallel and in rows. The distance between the rows must be at least 15 cm throughout.
  • Page 13 Safety Operating instructions The operating instructions are part of the machine. The machine is intended exclusively for use in accordance with these operating instructions. Applications of the machine not described in these oper‐ ating instructions may result in personal injury or death or property damage.

  • Page 14: Personnel Qualification Requirements

    Safety Personnel qualification requirements Operator The operator is obliged to inform all the users about correct application of the machine and the respective hazards. This can be done on the basis of these operating instructions. The operator is responsible for ensuring that the operating instructions are always available at the machine and that the users observe the operating instructions.
  • Page 15 Safety Moving hazardous area The hazardous area of the machine during operation. Moving hazardous area The hazardous area includes the area in the direction of travel across the entire width of the machine. NEVER climb out of the tractor while it is moving. ►...

  • Page 16: Workplaces And Passengers

    Safety Risk of injury due to stored mechan‐ The machine is equipped with components in which mechanical ical energy energy is stored (e.g. springs, overload safety units). Uncontrolled release of mechanical energy accelerates components like a projectile. This may result in fatal or serious injuries. NEVER dismantle or open components that store mechanical ►...

  • Page 17: Technically Perfect Condition

    Safety Technically perfect condition Operation only after proper prepara‐ Operational safety of the machine cannot be guaranteed without tions proper preparations in accordance with these operating instructions. This may result in fatal or serious injuries. Use the machine only after proper preparations. ►...

  • Page 18: Safe Handling

    Safety Modifications at the machine Structural modifications and extensions can impair the functionality and operational safety of the machine. This may result in fatal or serious injuries. Auxiliary equipment and spare parts that do NOT comply with the man‐ ufacturer's requirements may negatively affect the operational safety of the machine and cause accidents.

  • Page 19: Driving The Tractor-Machine Combination

    Safety 2.6.2 Driving the tractor-machine combination Different driving behaviour Mounted or trailed machines change the driving characteristics of the tractor. The driving characteristics also depend on the operating status, the filling or loading and on the subsoil. If the driver does not consider changed characteristics, accidents may occur.
  • Page 20 Safety Keeping the safety devices fully func‐ Existing and fully functional safety devices protect against death or tional serious personal injury. Replace damaged safety devices. ► Install dismantled safety devices before commissioning. ► Move the safety devices to the protective position. ►...

  • Page 21: Design And Description

    Hoeing machines are made up of a large number of assembly groups. Each hoeing machine is configured for a specific application and is therefore individual. EC-Ridger 7 The most important assembly groups in a typical configuration: Connecting system (headstock) Ä , see page 22 Tool (e.g.
  • Page 22 Design and description Tool (e.g. ridging body) Tool (e.g. leaf protector) Support wheel Ä , see page 22 TRS hoeing element with tool Ä , see page 24 Main frame / Toolbar Rear lighting equipment Ä , see page 20 EC-Ridger 9 The most important assembly groups in a typical configuration: Ridging body at the parallelogram...

  • Page 23: Machine Safety

    Design and description Machine safety 3.2.1 Meaning of the labels This section explains the information and warning signs that have been affixed to the machine. Reading the operating instructions Incorrect use or operation of the machine can result in death or serious injury.
  • Page 24 Design and description Turn off the engine A tractor with the engine running can cause unintentional movements. This may even be fatal or result in serious injuries. Before maintenance and repair work: Turn off the engine. ► Engage the parking brake of the tractor. ►...
  • Page 25 Design and description Area between the tractor and machine A tractor with the engine running can make or cause unintentional movements. This will result in death or serious injury. When the tractor is running: Do NOT remain in the area between the tractor and machine. ►...

  • Page 26: Safety Devices

    Design and description 3.2.2 Safety devices 3.2.2.1 Lighting equipment and identification The marking and the lighting equipment increase safety while driving on the road. For public road traffic, the machine must be equipped with the fol‐ lowing components in accordance with national regulations: Marking Lighting equipment Front lighting equipment...

  • Page 27: Type Plate

    Design and description Type plate The machine is marked with a type plate. The machine type is uniquely defined on the type plate. Sample design of a type plate (standard) Series Type designation Model year Serial number Year of manufacture Vehicle class, subclass, speed index EU type approval number Vehicle identification number.

  • Page 28: Headstock

    Design and description The machine is marked with a type plate. The machine type is uniquely defined on the type plate. Sample design of a type plate (US) Series Type designation Serial number Permissible drawbar load [kg] Permissible axle load [kg] Permissible total mass [kg] Company name and address of the manufacturer Company logo...
  • Page 29 Rear support wheel Wheelmark eradicators Only EC-Ridger 9 Front support wheel Only EC-Ridger 7 Depth guiding wheels The depth guiding wheels attached to the frame determine the working depth of the machine during soil cultivation. Depth control is precisely adjusted via a crank on each depth guiding wheel.

  • Page 30: Hoeing Elements

    The following types of hoeing elements are available: Basic-Element Standard version for frame height 50 cm EC-Ridger 9 Standard version for frame height 70 cm EC-Ridger 7 Mechanical lifting Combi-Element Standard version for frame height 50 cm for earthing-up Standard version for frame height 70 cm...
  • Page 31 Design and description Basic-Element Examples of a Basic-Element on the profile tube toolbar Depth guiding wheel Crank Tool holder Parallelogram Fixing element, e.g. for profile tube toolbar Combi-Element for earthing-up tools Example of a Combi-Element of the earthing-up tools with hydraulics Parallelogram Fixing element for toolbar Lifting mechanism, e.g.

  • Page 32: Tools

    Design and description TRS-Element (only EC-Ridger 7) Depth guiding wheel Tool holder Stabilisation bar Optional equipment: Spring for more traction weight for ridge tools Crank for depth adjustment Parallelogram with lifting mechanism Fixing element for square tube toolbar Example of a TRS-Element...
  • Page 33 Design and description L-blade Hoeing discs Ridging body Spring tines Tools on the toolbar (examples) Earthing-up discs en-GB | Item no. 17515198 | BA 00/02.2021...
  • Page 34 Design and description Subsoiler Leaf protector en-GB | Item no. 17515198 | BA 00/02.2021...

  • Page 35: Attaching

    Attaching Attaching Checking suitability of the tractor WARNING Risk of accident due to unsuitable tractor If the tractor is not suitable for the machine, components of the machine may be overloaded and the tractor- machine combination may not be steered safely. This may result in accidents with injuries or death of per‐...

  • Page 36: Preparations On The Tractor

    Attaching Checklist Axle loads Ä Calculating the axle load and ballasting for mounted implements, page 86 Determine the axle loads and the required ballasting. Tyre load capacities Ä Tyres and wheels, page 77 Determine the carrying capacity index of the tyres. The carrying capacity index must be compatible with the weight of the machine and the speed travelled.

  • Page 37: Mounting The Machine

    Attaching ATTENTION Damage to the tractor cab If the top link rises sharply towards the implement, the chopping implement, when folded, can damage the tractor cab. Mounting the machine WARNING Risk of accident due to unsuitable tractor If the tractor is not suitable for the machine, components of the machine may be overloaded and the tractor- machine combination may not be steered safely.
  • Page 38 Attaching Rear mounting of the machine to the tractor Preconditions: √ Ä The tractor is suitable for operating the machine, see page 29. √ Ä The tractor has been prepared, see page 30. √ √ Tractor and machine are standing on a flat, horizontal surface. 1.
  • Page 39 Attaching 11. Connect the lower links of the tractor to the lower link recesses. 12. Secure the tractor against rolling away. 13. Select attachment position for the top link. Mount the top link parallel to the ground or slightly inclined to the machine.

  • Page 40: Road Travel

    Road travel Road travel Information on road travel Laws on driving on public roads differ in many countries. Pay particular attention to local laws and regulations regarding the ► following points: Driving on public highways Maximum permissible transport height Maximum permissible transport width Maximum permissible transport weight Lighting equipment Markings...

  • Page 41: Preparing For Road Travel

    Road travel Preparing for road travel Checks before road travel Checklist Connections of the machine to the tractor The top link pin must be secured. The connections of the lower links to the lower link recesses must be secured. Folding of the machine A folding machine must be folded in.

  • Page 42: Operation

    Operation Operation Basic procedure Preconditions for a successful hoeing process The crops stand in a straight and parallel row. The working width is equal to the sowing or plant width. The more precisely the seeds are sown, the closer the hoeing machine can hoe to the crops.

  • Page 43: Basic Operation

    Operation Basic operation 6.2.1 Lifting and lowering the hoeing elements mechanically The following hoeing elements are lifted or lowered mechanically: Basic-Elements TRS-Elements The following hoeing elements are lifted mechanically and lowered via a spring element or hydraulically: Combi-Elements for ridging bodies INFORMATION Depending on the equipment, Combi-Elements for ridging bodies can also be lifted and lowered hydrauli‐...
  • Page 44 Operation Basic-Element and TRS-Element Rear of parallelogram Rear of parallelogram Tool holder Lifting elements mechanically Tool holder 1. Grasp the element at a fixed component and lift it, e.g. at the tool Catch hook holder or at the rear of the parallelogram INFORMATION: TRS-Elements optionally feature a spring for more Basic-Element traction weight for ridge tools...

  • Page 45: Lifting And Lowering The Combi-Element Hydraulically

    Operation 6.2.2 Lifting and lowering the Combi-Element hydraulically Hydraulic ram Combi-Elements with hydraulic ram can be pressurised hydrauli‐ cally. Depending on the equipment, Combi-Elements can also be lifted hydraulically. INFORMATION Pressure is recommended for cultivating hard soil. – On soft soils, the dead weight of the hoeing elements is sufficient.

  • Page 46: Changing The Setup State

    Operation Pressure only Pressure and lifting Lift – Lift the hoeing elements hydrauli‐ cally. (Lift the hoeing machine as a whole using the tractor hydraulics.) Lower Lower the hoeing elements with Lower the hoeing elements with pressurisation. Pressure adjustment: pressurisation. Pressure adjustment: 15–50 kg.
  • Page 47 Operation 4. When working on raised machines: Secure the machines against lowering (e.g. with support elements). 5. Remove the ignition key. 6. Inform other persons about the planned work on the machine. WARNING Risk of injury when lifting heavy parts of the machine –...
  • Page 48 Operation 3. Open the locking device. Lever of the locking device 4. Disconnect the toolbar from the basic frame 5. Lift the machine carefully. Remove the toolbar. ð The toolbar has been removed. Basic frame Toolbar Mounting the toolbar Preconditions: √...

  • Page 49: Adjusting The Machine

    Operation Position the locking device Close the lever of the locking device Locking device Mount the peg Lever of the locking device 4. Remove the transport rollers. ð The toolbar has been mounted. Transport rollers Adjusting the machine 6.4.1 Required adjustments prior to operation Unless otherwise specified, the user can carry out the adjustments described below both at the farm and in the field.
  • Page 50 Operation Preconditions: √ The implement is mounted correctly at the tractor. √ Folding implements are folded out fully. √ The tractor implement combination is located on a level, horizontal surface. Adjustments at a glance Align the implement (adjust the height of the Ä...

  • Page 51: Aligning The Hoeing Machine With Support Wheels

    Operation 6.4.2 Aligning the hoeing machine with support wheels To ensure the hoeing machine operates successfully and drives stably through the existing crops, the user must align the machine. This involves the following working steps: Adjust the height of the toolbar. Align the tool holder horizontally.
  • Page 52 Operation 6.4.2.2 Height adjustment for various types of wheels Prepare height adjustment In order to be able to loosen the height adjustment fasteners on ► the wheels: Lift the hoeing machine to the pressureless zone using the three-point linkage of the tractor. The type of height adjustment differs for the various types of wheels.
  • Page 53 Operation Depth guiding wheels with a crank 1. Lift the machine with the three-point linkage of the tractor to the desired height. 2. Turn the crank until the depth guiding wheel has reached the desired height. 3. If required, adjust further depth guiding wheels in the same way. 4.

  • Page 54: Aligning The Hoeing Machine Without Support Wheels

    Operation 6.4.3 Aligning the hoeing machine without support wheels Hoeing machines without support wheels are aligned with the lower links and top link of the tractor. INFORMATION Observe the tractor documents Ä , see page 5. 6.4.3.1 Adjust height of the toolbar 1.

  • Page 55: Checking And Adjusting Distances Of The Hoeing Elements

    Operation 6.4.4 Checking and adjusting distances of the hoeing elements The hoeing elements are attached ex works to the toolbar at distances appropriate to the crop. In order to be able to adjust the hoeing ele‐ ments exactly to the current condition of the crop, the user must check the distances and tool widths and correct any deviations.
  • Page 56 Operation Move hoeing elements on the toolbar Attachment of a hoeing element on a profile toolbar Attachment of a hoeing element on a square tube CAUTION Risk of being crushed at moving mechanical compo‐ nents Components with a high dead weight can move down‐ wards independently.
  • Page 57 Operation Move tools on the sliding parts Sliding parts screwed into tool holders on a Combi-Element Sliding part on a Basic-Element The outer tools are screwed onto sliding parts. Depending on the equipment, the user can move the tools on the sliding parts or the sliding parts themselves in the tool holders in transverse direction.

  • Page 58: Selecting And Adjusting Tools

    Operation 6.4.5 Selecting and adjusting tools The user must use the tools in a crop-friendly manner. In the course of the season, as the height of growth, the roots and the resistance of the crop increase, the weed control tools can be adjusted more aggres‐ sively.
  • Page 59 Operation Loosening and tightening tools To replace a tool: 1. Undo the screw(s). 2. Remove the tool from the fixing element. 3. Slide the new tool onto the fixing element. 4. Tighten the screw(s). INFORMATION Store unused tools in a dry place. Adjusting the working width and depth Adjusting the working width...
  • Page 60 Operation Adjusting the hoeing disc Horizontal inclination : To adjust the angle of the disc for soil removal, lengthen or shorten the expansion bush . 1. Undo the hexagon nut . 2. Turn the expansion bush in the desired direction. 3.
  • Page 61 Operation Adjusting the ridging body Expansion bush for angle adjust‐ Adjusting the working width 1. Lengthen or shorten the expansion bush. ment Screw for working width ð The angle has changed. Peg with pin for height adjustment 2. Screw the screws in or out.

  • Page 62: Adjusting The Working Depth Of The Hoeing Elements

    Operation 6.4.6 Adjusting the working depth of the hoeing elements Targets: All hoeing elements are set to the same depth. For full-surface cultivation, the knives – on the hoeing elements are 2...3 cm – duck-foot shares maximum 4 cm beneath the topsoil. Deeper cultivation promotes weed potential.

  • Page 63: Test Run

    Operation Test run A test run is necessary: Prior to starting work: To ensure the hoeing machine has been adjusted correctly. Each time the crop or field is changed Carry out test run Precondition: √ Procedure according to Ä Chapter 6.2 ‘Basic operation’ on page 37 1.
  • Page 64 Operation √ Observe the basic procedure Ä , see page 36. 1. Position the tractor-machine combination. 2. Fold out the folding machine. DANGER: If the machine comes into contact with an overhead line when being folded, there is a danger of a fatal electric shock. 3.
  • Page 65 Operation 11. After the headland: Do not lower the machine into the soil until driving straight for‐ ward. 12. After working in the field, remove soil from the machine. 13. Prepare the machine for road travel. en-GB | Item no. 17515198 | BA 00/02.2021...

  • Page 66: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Cleaning and care After working in the field Remove soil from the implement. ► ð No soiling of roads: Soil remains in the field. Cleaning with high-pressure cleaner The user can clean the implement with the high-pressure cleaner. When cleaning, the user must observe the following: ATTENTION Damage due to cleaning with a high-pressure cleaner...

  • Page 67: Detaching

    Detaching Detaching Preparing detaching 1. Move the machine to a parking place with a level surface with suffi‐ cient bearing capacity. WARNING: A folded in machine may overturn after being parked on UNSUITABLE subsoil. 2. Lower the stands. 3. Completely lower the machine. 4.

  • Page 68: Maintenance And Repair Work

    Maintenance and repair work Maintenance and repair work Maintaining the machine properly Personnel Certain activities, e.g. working on hydraulic hoses, should only be car‐ ried out by service personnel. These activities are marked with the symbol and in the maintenance schedule in the SERVICE PERSONNEL column.

  • Page 69: Maintenance

    Maintenance and repair work Maintenance 9.2.1 Maintenance schedule Chap. Task to execute 9.2.2 Check the top link pin and the lower link ● ● pin at the headstock 9.2.3.1 Check tyres ● 9.2.3.1 Check air pressure ● 9.2.3.1 Check wheel nuts ●...

  • Page 70: Tractor Connection

    Maintenance and repair work 9.2.2 Tractor connection Check the top link pin and the lower link pin at the headstock 1. Visual inspection of the top link pin and the lower link pin at the headstock for: Damage Wear 2. Replace damaged or worn pins. 9.2.3 Frame 9.2.3.1...

  • Page 71: Checking Safety Devices

    Maintenance and repair work Check wheel nuts Tighten the wheel nuts on the implement to the respective tight‐ ► ening torque. 9.2.3.2 Bolted connections 9.2.4 Checking safety devices Check lighting equipment Ensure proper functioning. ► Check marking Ensure proper functioning. ►...

  • Page 72: Electrics

    Maintenance and repair work Replacing hydraulic hoses Personnel: Service personnel Replace hydraulic hoses every 6 years (according to date of manu‐ ► facture). ð Only use hydraulic hoses approved by the manufacturer, see spare-parts list. Check hydraulic connections 1. Check the hydraulic connections for the following when pressure‐ less: Damage Leakages...

  • Page 73: Lubricating

    Maintenance and repair work Lubricating 9.3.1 Lubrication schedule INFORMATION The lubrication points are colour coded on the machine. Chap. Task to execute 9.3.2 Lubricate track disc ● ● 9.3.2 Lubricate parallelogram of Basic-Element and TRS-Element ● ● ● 9.3.2 Lubricating a long guard plate ●...
  • Page 74 Maintenance and repair work Lubricate parallelogram of Basic-Ele‐ ment and TRS-Element The lubricating points of Basic-Element and TRS-Element are identical. ► Lubricate 4 lubricating points on the 4 axles of the parallelo‐ gram. INFORMATION: Slightly raise the parallelogram to access the lubri‐ cating point Grease nipples on the axles of the parallelogram...

  • Page 75: Grease Components

    Maintenance and repair work 9.3.3 Grease components Grease top link pin Dismantle, grease and reassemble the top link pin. ► Grease pin Dismantle pin, grease and reassemble. ► Grease piston rods Grease piston rods with an acid-free grease. ► Grease surfaces Grease uncoated surfaces that can rust.

  • Page 76: 10 Troubleshooting And Error Correction

    Troubleshooting and error correction 10 Troubleshooting and error correction 10.1 Find and eliminate errors correctly 10.1.1 Prior to troubleshooting at the implement 1. Park the tractor-device combination. 2. Secure the tractor-device combination to prevent it from rolling away. 3. When working on the folding implement: Fold out the folding parts of the implements or secure them against folding out.

  • Page 77: Error - Cause - Remedies At A Glance

    Troubleshooting and error correction 10.2 Error - Cause - Remedies at a glance Fault description Cause Remedy The hoeing implement does not The support wheels do not stay Use track discs instead of support wheels. drive straight on the track in in the track.
  • Page 78 Troubleshooting and error correction Fault description Cause Remedy Lifting of the hoeing implement Two control units DW are sub‐ is slow or not possible at all. jected to continuous flow. No pressure displayed on the Pressure has exceeded 70 bar. Have the error rectified by service pressure gauge personnel.

  • Page 79: Shutdown And Disposal

    Shutdown and disposal 11 Shutdown and disposal 11.1 Shutdown When the implement can no longer be used, it is dismantled and broken down into its components. Special knowledge is required to dismantle the implement. CAUTION Risk of accidents due to discharge of stored energy Springs are under tension.

  • Page 80: Technical Data

    Technical data 12 Technical data 12.1 Dimensions Rear-mounted attachments and front- Data Value Unit mounted attachments Working width, minimum 1500 mm Working width, maximum 3000 mm Transport width, minimum 1500 mm Transport width, max. 3000 mm Front-mounted attachments Data Value Unit Length, minimum 1200 mm Length, maximum...

  • Page 81: Performance Data

    Technical data Front mounting Data Value Unit Weight, maximum 2150 kg 12.3 Performance data Tractor power requirements Data Value Unit Permitted tractor power, minimum 80 HP Permitted tractor power, minimum 59 kW Permitted tractor power, maximum 280 HP Permitted tractor power, maximum 206 kW Operating speed, minimum...maximum 2...15 km/h...

  • Page 82: Connection Data

    Technical data 12.4 Connection data 12.4.1 Electrical connections Voltage sources Consumer Voltage Direct connection Power socket [Volt] to the tractor battery Lighting equipment According to DIN ISO 1724 Lighting equipment According to ISO 1185 (Canada, USA) ISOBUS socket According to DIN 11783 ●...

  • Page 83: Operating Materials

    Technical data 12.6 Operating materials Operating mate‐ Lifting only Pressure only Lifting and pres‐ Lifting and pres‐ rials (implement with 2 (implement with 1 sure sure small pressure large pressure (implement with 2 (implement with 2 tanks) tank) small pressure small pressure tanks and 1 large tanks and 2 large...

  • Page 84: Connecting Equipment At The Implement

    Technical data 12.8 Connecting equipment at the implement Permitted categories for cross shafts Data Value and top link pins Cross shaft, category Cross shaft, category Cross shaft, category Cross shaft, category Top link pin, category 2 (Æ 26 mm] Top link pin, category 3 (Æ...

  • Page 85: Index

    Index Index Air pressure ......77 Depth guiding wheels ..... 23 Detaching .
  • Page 86 Index Lift and lower mechanically ....37 Piston rods ......69 Lower hydraulically .
  • Page 87 Index Overview Hoeing elements ..... . 24 Safety ........6 Machine .
  • Page 88 Index Tools Working with the machine Attach ......52 Standard procedure ....57 Overview .

  • Page 89: Appendix

    Appendix Appendix en-GB | Item no. 17515198 | BA 00/02.2021...

  • Page 90: A Tightening Torques

    Tightening torques Tightening torques General information about bolted connections 1. Identify screw connections. Check identification marking on the screw and nut if necessary. Check the description in the spare-parts list. 2. Secure screw connections with once loosened self-locking nuts against self-loosening. Use one of the following measures: Use new self-locking nuts.
  • Page 91 Tightening torques Screws and nuts made of V2A Diameter Tightening torque [Nm] 1.37 Wheel bolts and wheel nuts Diameter Tightening torque [Nm] M18x1.5 M20x1.5 M22x1.5 en-GB | Item no. 17515198 | BA 00/02.2021...

  • Page 92: B Calculating The Axle Load And Ballasting For Mounted Implements

    Calculating the axle load and ballasting for mounted implements Calculating the axle load and ballasting for mounted implements The calculation of the axle loads and required ballasting is based on data from the operating instructions for the tractor and implement. The result of the calculation is a guide value for an initial assessment of the axle loads and the required ballasting.
  • Page 93 Calculating the axle load and ballasting for mounted implements Data acquisition for calculating axle loads Abbreviation Description Value Unit Tractor data from the operating instructions or determined by weighing Permissible gross weight of the tractor [kg] G_zul Permissible front axle load [kg] V_zul Permissible back axle load...
  • Page 94 Calculating the axle load and ballasting for mounted implements Minimum ballasting, FrontG Vmin rear-mounted implement Enter the calculated value in the result table. Minimum ballasting, RearG Hmin front mounted implement Enter the calculated value in the result table. Actual gross weight G Enter the calculated value in the result table.
  • Page 95 Calculating the axle load and ballasting for mounted implements Results for tractor/implement combination Create a result table for each tractor that is used: Actual value Permitted value Double permis‐ according to calculation according to tractor sible tyre load- or measurement operating instruc‐...

  • Page 96: C Cross Shaft Overview

    Cross shaft overview Cross shaft overview To determine the cross shaft or lower link connection: Determine the dimensions shown in the sketch on the implement. Compare the dimensions with the data in the table. The category of the three-point linkage must match with the cate‐ gory of cross shaft or lower link connection.
  • Page 98 Machinefabriek Steketee BV Lieve Vrouwepoldersedijk 1a 3243 LA Stad aan ’t Haringvliet Telephone: +31 187 616-100 Email: verkoop@steketee.com Internet: http://www.steketee.com member of the LEMKEN group...

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