Alpego ASF User manual

PNEUMATIC FERTILIZER SPREADER
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USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
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ALPEGO S.p.a.
Sede Amministrativa: Via torri di Confine, 6
36053 GAMBELLARA (VICENZA) - ITALY
Sede legale:
Via Giovanni e Giuseppe Cenzato,9
36045 LONIGO (VICENZA) - ITALY
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- MACCHINE PER LA LAVORAZIONE
DEL TERRENO
- ERPICI ROTANTI FISSI E PIEGHEVOLI
- COLTIVATORI A DENTI ED A DISCHI
- SEMINATRICI MECCANICHE,
PNEUMATICHE E COMBINATE
- DISSODATORI E RIPUNTATORI
- FRESATRICI E ZAPPATRICI
- TRINCIASARMENTI
- TRINCIASTOCCHI
I GB D F E
Dichiarazione CE
di conformità’
ai sensi della direttiva
CE 2006/42
La ditta sottoscritta
EC Certificate
of conformity
conforming to
EEC Directions
2006/42
We
EG
Konformitatserklarun
g
entsprechend der
EG-Richtlinie
2006/42 EWG
Wir
Déclaration de
conformité pour la CE
conforme à la directive
de la 2006/42 CE
Nous
Declaraciòn CE
de conformidad.
Conforme a la directiva
CE 2006/42
la empresa / el
productor
ALPEGO s.p.a
VIA TORRI DI CONFINE N°6
36053 GAMBELLARA -(VI)-ITALIA
dichiara sotto
la propria
responsabilità’
che la macchina
modello :
declare in sole
responsability,
that the
product
model :
erklaren in alleineger
Verantwortung,
da das
Produkt
Typ :
déclarons sous
notre seule
responsabilite’
que le produict
modéle :
declara bajo su propia
responsabilidad que la
màquina
modelo:
Codice / Code: TBKP00001 - SEMINATRICE FRONTALE
ASF INOX Serial : 000000000
È’ Conforme ai
requisiti Essenziali
di Sicurezza e di
Tutela della Salute
di cui alla
Direttiva CE
2006/42
Per l’adeguamento
delle macchine sono
state adottate le
norme:
to which this
applies, conforms
to the basic safety
and health
requirements of
EC Directions
2006/42
For the adaptation of it
blots some have been
adopted the norms:
auf das sich diese
Erklarung bezeith,
den einschlagigen
grundlegenden
Sicherheits und
Gesundheitsan-
forderungen
der EG-Richtlinie
2006/42 EWG
Für die Anpassung von
ihr befleckt einiges sind
angenommen worden
den Normen:
faisant l’objet de
la déclaration est
conforme aux
prescriptions
fondamentales en
matière de sècuritè et
de santè stipulèes
dans la Directive de la
CE 2006/42
Pour l'adaptation d'elle
en éponge ont été
adoptés les normes :
està conforme a los
requisitos esenciales
de seguridad y de
defeusa de la salud de
la directiva CE 2006/42
Para la equparaciòn de
las màquinas nan sido
adoptado las normas
UNI EN 708
UNI EN ISO 4254-1
UNI EN 14018
UNI EN 982
ISO 3757-2
ISO 11684
UNI EN 708
UNI EN ISO 4254-1
UNI EN 14018
UNI EN 982
ISO 3757-2
ISO 11684
UNI EN 708
UNI EN ISO 4254-1
UNI EN 14018
UNI EN 982
ISO 3757-2
ISO 11684
UNI EN 708
UNI EN ISO 4254-1
UNI EN 14018
UNI EN 982
ISO 3757-2
ISO 11684
UNI EN 708
UNI EN ISO 4254-1
UNI EN 14018
UNI EN 982
ISO 3757-2
ISO 11684
Gambellara, La ditta

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Read this manual thoroughly before using the
machine. Being well informed is essential for safe
machine usage. This manual should be kept for the
whole working life of the machine.
Thank you for choosing us. You have purchased an excellent quality product that is
guaranteed by decades of experience.
On leaving the factory, each machine is accurately inspected to guarantee the absence of
defects.
Should any material defect be found in spite of inspection, please contact your dealer
immediately.
Please contact us if you need further information or if something needs to be clarified.
Our aim is to constantly improve the product and keep it top level.
AS THE TRIANGLE INDICATES DANGER, PLEASE BE CAREFUL WHEN IT
APPEARS!
THE TERM MACHINE IS USED TO INDICATE THE COMMERCIAL NAME OF THE
PRODUCT TO WHICH THIS MACHINE REFERS
All information contained in this manual is informative and does not bind the producer.
The information contained herein can be changed without forewarning
N.B.:
view of the machine.
ALPEGO normally considers the machine as being viewed
from the rear to identify better the particulars and to better
assemble the parts that must respect the position “right or
left” as in description (e.g.: right or left cardan joint, right or
left tine, etc.)

Index
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1. GENERAL INFORMATION........................................................................................................................................1
1.1. PURPOSE OF THE MANUAL .............................................................................................................................1
1.2. DOCUMENTS ACCOMPANYING THE MACHINE .............................................................................................1
1.3. WARRANTY.........................................................................................................................................................1
1.4. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MACHINE.................................................................................................................1
2. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS................................................................................................................................2
2.1. DESCRIPTION.....................................................................................................................................................2
2.2. IMPLEMENT COMPONENTS .............................................................................................................................3
2.3. CHART OF TECHNICAL DATA...........................................................................................................................4
2.4. SOUND LEVEL....................................................................................................................................................4
3. SAFETY REGULATIONS ..........................................................................................................................................5
3.1. USE THE MACHINE SAFETY.............................................................................................................................5
3.2. HYDRAULIC CONNECTIONS.............................................................................................................................6
3.3. ASSEMBLY OF ELECTRIC AND ALECRONIC INSTRUMENTS AND COMPONENTS ...................................7
3.4. CARRYING OUT MAINTENANCE SAFETY.......................................................................................................7
3.5. TRAVELLING ON ROADS...................................................................................................................................8
3.6. CLOTHING...........................................................................................................................................................8
3.7. ECOLOGY............................................................................................................................................................8
3.8. SAFETY SIGNALS...............................................................................................................................................8
4. INSTALLATION ........................................................................................................................................................9
4.1. TRANSPORT O ...................................................................................................................................................9
4.2. LIFTING..............................................................................................................................................................10
4.3. CONNECTING THE FRONT HOPPER TO THE TRACTOR............................................................................10
4.4. RADAR INSTALLATION....................................................................................................................................11
4.5. ASSEMBLING THE SEEDER BAR ..................................................................................................................11
4.6. FITTING THE SEED COVERING HARROW ....................................................................................................11
4.7. ASSEMBLING THE SEEDER PIPES...............................................................................................................12
4.7.1. ASSEMBLYING THE SEEDING PIPES ON THE POWER HARROW.......................................................16
4.8. CONNECTING SYSTEM BETWEEN FRONT HOPPER AND REAR DISTRIBUTION HEAD.........................17
4.8.1. MAIN COMPONENTS.................................................................................................................................17
4.8.2. INSTALLATION OF THE CONNECTING SYSTEM ON THE TRACTOR..................................................18
4.8.3. CONNECTING THE HOPPER WITH THE IMPLEMENT...........................................................................19
4.9. CHECK OF THE TRACTOR STABILITY AND ITS LIFTING POWER..............................................................20
5. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE......................................................................................................................................21
5.1. OPERATION OF THE BLOWER.......................................................................................................................21
5.1.1. HYDRAULIC CONNECTION WITH THE TRACTOR .................................................................................21
5.1.2. ADJUSTEMENT OF THE OIL FLOW WITHOUT A VARIABLE DISPLACEMENT PUMP........................22
5.2. DISTRIBUTION..................................................................................................................................................22
5.3. UNHITCHING THE FRONT HOPPER...............................................................................................................22
5.4. UNHITCHING THE REAR IMPLEMENT ...........................................................................................................22
6. MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................................................................23
6.1. CHECKS AND CONTROLS...............................................................................................................................23
6.2. LUBRICATION...................................................................................................................................................23
6.2.1. LUBRICATING THE GREASERS...............................................................................................................23
6.3. END OF SEASON OPERATIONS.....................................................................................................................24
7. ACCESSORIES........................................................................................................................................................25
7.1. ROW MARKING DISC.......................................................................................................................................25
7.2. PRE-SPROUTING DISCS.................................................................................................................................25

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7.3. HYDRAULIC SEEDING EXCLUSION ...............................................................................................................26
7.4. DEPTH LIMITING WHEEL.................................................................................................................................26
7.5. HOPPER EXTENSION......................................................................................................................................26

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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1. PURPOSE OF THE MANUAL
This manual was created by the machine producer and is an integral part of the documentation that accompanies the
machine.
The manual defines the purpose for which the machine was produced, it establishes correct machine application and
limits of use.
The constant application of the indications given in this manual guarantees the safety of those who use the machine,
as well as working economy and longer machine duration.
This manual has been divided into sections. To make it easier to find a specific topic, consult the initial index.
The images that appear in this manual are given as an example. Even if substantially different from the machine you
possess, the safety and information are guaranteed.
1.2. DOCUMENTS ACCOMPANYING THE MACHINE
The following documents should be supplied with the machine:
•User and maintenance manual
•Spare parts catalogue
•EC Conformity Declaration
The machine may be supplied complete with different options/fittings. For the assembly and the use of those check
the specific manuals supplied with the documents of the machine.
CODE
DESCRIPTION
D16555
Owner’s Manual of the
DOSAL metering unit
Q00A00129
Owner’s Manual of the
row
-
marking discs
Q00A00134
Owner’s Manual of the
seeding bar
Q00A00132
Owner’s Manual of the
foll
owing harrow
D15686
Owner’s Manual of the
“Super Plus” Computer
1.3. WARRANTY
When delivered, make sure that the machine and any accessories were not damaged during transport.
Any complaints should be presented in writing within 6 days from the date of delivery.
GUARANTEE FORFEITURE
The guarantee is rendered null and void immediately if:
•there is a manoeuvring error
•If the universal joint has not been sufficiently maintained (see owner’s manual of universal joint)
•If the maximun power limit allowed is exceeded (see technical data on the table 2.3)
•the instructions described in this manual are not followed
•original spare parts are not used
•any modification is made to the machine without having obtained authorisation from the manufacturer.
1.4. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MACHINE
On the left front section of the seed box there is a machine identification plate which carries the following information:
1. Machine type
2. Serial number
3. Maximum weight of the machine with roller
4. Year of production
The indicated weight refers to the machine complete with
standard shoe coulters.

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2. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
2.1. DESCRIPTION
• The seeder/fertilizer spreader mod. ASF must only be used for working agricultural lands. Any other use differing
from the one described in this manual can damage the machine and be dangerous for the operator.
• The seeder/fertilizer spreader mod. ASF can be used with other equipment for working the soil, but only with the
addition of a special assembly kit.
• The seeder/fertilizer spreader mod. ASF is ideal for sowing cereal: wheat, barley, rye, oats, rice; fine seeds and
fodder: rape, clover, alfalfa; and for big seeds: soya, peas.
• The seeder/fertilizer spreader mod. ASF is suited for the distribution of various types of fertilizers.
• The seeds are deposited in the soil by coulter organs, sock or discs, and are distributed continuously. A special
revolving metering unit driven by a wheel which adheres to the ground regulates the quantities to be distributed.
• The seeds are distributed and transported to the coulters by compressed air that is produced by a fan. The fan is
moved by the tractor power takeoff, or hydraulically as in the Plus version.
• The disc or sprint sock coulter is mounted on a super-elastic support that gives excellent depth and pressure
control on the soil and regulates the height of the seed bar.
For the development and the construction of this implement the following guidelines of the Standard 98/37CE have
been studied and applied:
UNI EN 14018 UNI EN 1553 UNI EN 982 ISO 11684 ISO 3757-2
The seeder/fertilizer spreader ASF has been built in view of combining it with power harrows of the “ALPEGO” type,
since this combination guarantees the observance of Standard EN 708.
The machine will work well if used correctly and if maintenance is carried out regularly. Users are strongly advised to
scrupulously observe the instructions given in this manual in order to prevent any inconvenience that could impair
good machine operation and its durability.
Users must follow the instructions given in this manual because the Manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any
damage or injury caused by negligence and the non-observance of such instructions.
The Manufacturer assures complete assistance with regard to immediate and accurate technical service, a well as
anything that may be necessary for a better operation and maximum performance of the implement.

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2.2. IMPLEMENT COMPONENTS
1. Hopper
2. Ladder for filling ladder
3. 3-point hitch
4. Supporting stands
5. Electric control panel
6. Front lights
7. Fan
8. Metering unit
9. Electric motor
10. Radar
11. Distribution head
12. Seed conveying pipe

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2.3. CHART OF TECHNICAL DATA
MODEL.
cm
cm N °
cm
dm
3
ASF - 300 300
250
24 12.5
1400 600
ASF - 350 350 28 12.5
ASF - 400 400 32 12.5
ASF - 450 450 36 12.5
ASF - 500 500 40 12.5
ASF - 600 (40) 600 40 15
ASF - 600 (48) 600 48 12.5
2.4. SOUND LEVEL
If the tractor is equipped with a cabin, the sound level will depend on the soundproofing level of the
cabin itself. If the tractor does not have a cabin or is used with the windows open, the noise level
emitted by the machine while working and measured at a distance of 200 mm. from the rear window
exceeds 85 dBa. It is therefore advisable to use protective earmuffs as indicated in the regulations
of different countries.

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3. SAFETY REGULATIONS
3.1. USE THE MACHINE SAFETY
•Read the user and maintenance manual carefully before starting-up, before using the machine and before
carrying out maintenance on the equipment.
•The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for injuries caused to people and animals, or damage caused
because the safety regulations have not been observed by the user.
•The machine cannot be used for different purposes other than those expressly indicated in this manual.
•It is forbidden for people to drive the tractor if they do not have a suitable driving licence, if they do not have the
necessary experience, or if they are not in good health.
•Examine the adhesive labels on the machine carefully, and make sure you follow their indications.
•While manoeuvring, do not allow people or animals to approach within the working range of the machine.
•While working do not allow people, animals or objects to approach within the area where sods and stones are
thrown out by the machine.
•It is absolutely forbidden to enter the space between the tractor and the
machine to operate the external controls of the hydraulic lift.
•Always remain seated in the tractor driver's seat. Only leave the driver's seat
when the tractor power take off has been disengaged and the handbrake has
been pulled.
•During working stops switch off the engine, lower the implement to the ground, disengage the tractor power
takeoff and pull the tractor handbrake.
•Make sure never to work if guards have been removed.
•Do not let the implement run when raised (out of the ground).
•While working do not take turns while the machine is set in the ground.
Never work in reverse gear.
•Always lift the implement when changing direction and reversing.
•During transportation, or whenever the machine has to be lifted, the tractor lift should be regulated so that the
machine is kept at a maximum distance of not more than 45 cm. off the ground. Do not circulate on roads if the
machine is dirty with soil, grass or other materials which may soil the roads and/or cause traffic problems . Do
not lower the machine to the ground abruptly , but rather do so slowly so as to allow the tines to penetrate into
the soil gradually .
•Unless you follow this rule, strong stressing forces will be exerted on all the components of the machine and they
may compromise its integrity
•While driving on the road with the machine lifted off the ground, put the lever controlling the hydraulic lifting
mechanism of the tractor in the blocked position.
•The implement and its accessories for transit on public roads must be complete with suitable signs and safety
guards