Amazone CatrosXL 3003 Installation instructions

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 About this operating manual 1
1.1 Diagrams 1
1.1.1 Warnings and signal words 1
1.1.2 Further instructions 1
1.1.3 Instructions 2
1.1.4 Lists 3
1.1.5 Item numbers in figures 3
1.2 Other applicable documents 4
1.3 Your opinion is important 4
2Safety and responsibility 5
2.1 Basic safety instructions 5
2.1.1 Meaning of the operating manual 5
2.1.2 Safe operating organisation 5
2.1.3 Knowing and preventing dangers 10
2.1.4 Safe operation and handling of the
machine 12
2.1.5 Safe maintenance and modification 15
2.2 Safety routines 19
3Intended use 22
4 Product description 23
4.1 Implement overview 23
4.2 Special equipment 24
4.3 Function of the implement 24
4.4 Protective equipment 25
4.4.1 Road safety bars 25
4.5 Warning symbols 25
4.5.1 Positions of the warning symbols 25
4.5.2 Layout of the warning symbols 26
4.5.3 Description of the warning symbols 26
4.6 Lighting and identification for
road travel 29
4.6.1 Lighting and identification to the rear 29
4.6.2 Lighting and identification to the front 29
4.7 Threaded cartridge 30
4.8 Rating plate on the implement 30
5 Technical data 31
5.1 Dimensions 31
5.2 Soil tillage tools 31
5.3 Permitted mount categories 31
5.4 Optimal working speed 31
5.5 Performance characteristics of
the tractor 32
5.6 Noise development data 32
5.7 Drivable slope inclination 32
6 Preparing the machine 34
6.1 Calculating the required tractor
characteristics 34
6.2 Coupling the implement 37
6.2.1 Driving the tractor towards the
implement 37
6.2.2 Coupling the hydraulic hose lines 37
6.2.3 Coupling the power supply 39
6.2.4 Coupling the 3-point mounting frame 39
6.2.5 Aligning the implement horizontally 39
6.3 Preparing the implement for
operation 40
6.3.1 Preparing the side discs for operation 40
6.3.2 Adjusting the working depth 41
6.3.3 Preparing the wheel mark
eradicator for operation 47
6.3.4 Installing ballast weights 49
6.3.5 Adjusting the scraper to the roller 49
6.3.6 Removing the road safety bars 50
6.4 Preparing the machine for road
travel 51
6.4.1 Preparing the side discs for road
travel 51
6.4.2 Putting on the road safety bars 52
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6.5 Calculating the permissible
payload 52
7Using the machine 53
7.1 Using the implement 53
7.2 Lowering the cutting roller 53
7.3 Turning on the headlands 53
8 Eliminating faults 54
9 Parking the machine 59
9.1 Moving the wheel mark
eradicator into parking position 59
9.2 Uncoupling the 3-point mounting
frame 60
9.3 Driving the tractor away from the
implement 60
9.4 Uncoupling the power supply 60
9.5 Disconnecting the hydraulic
hose lines 61
10 Repairing the machine 62
10.1 Maintaining the machine 62
10.1.1 Maintenance schedule 62
10.1.2 Replacing the discs 63
10.1.3 Aligning the disc gangs relative to
each other 63
10.1.4 Checking the concave disc carrier
connection 64
10.1.5 Checking the rollers 65
10.1.6 Checking the top link pin and lower
link pin 65
10.1.7 Checking the hydraulic hose lines 65
10.1.8 Checking the wheel mark eradicator
coulter 66
10.1.9 Replacing the wheel mark
eradicator coulter 67
10.2 Lubricating the machine 68
10.2.1 Overview of lubrication points 68
10.3 Cleaning the machine 69
11 Loading the machine 70
11.1 Loading the implement with a
crane 70
12 Appendix 71
12.1 Bolt tightening torques 71
12.2 Other applicable documents 72
13 Directories 73
13.1 Glossary 73
13.2 Index 74
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About this operating manual 1
1.1 Diagrams
1.1.1 Warnings and signal words
Warnings are marked with a vertical bar with a
triangular safety symbol and the signal word. The
signal words "DANGER", "WARNING" or "CAUTION"
describe the severity of the potential danger and have
the following meanings:
DANGER
Indicates a direct threat with high risk for
severe physical injury, such as loss of
limbs or death.
WARNING
Indicates a possible threat with moderate
risk for severe physical injury or death.
CAUTION
Indicates a threat with low risk for light or
moderately severe physical injuries.
1.1.2 Further instructions
IMPORTANT
Indicates a risk for damage to the
implement.
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ENVIRONMENTAL INFORMATION
Indicates a risk for environmental
damage.
NOTE
Indicates application tips and instructions for
optimal use.
1.1.3 Instructions
Numbered instructions
Actions that have to be performed in a specific
sequence are represented as numbered instructions.
The specified sequence of the actions must be
observed.
Example:
1. Instruction 1
2. Instruction 2
1.1.3.1 Instructions and responses
Reactions to instructions are marked with an arrow.
Example:
1. Instruction 1
Reaction to instruction 1
2. Instruction 2
1.1.3.2 Alternative instructions
Alternative instructions are introduced with the word
"or".
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Example:
1. Instruction 1
or
Alternative instruction
2. Instruction 2
Instructions with only one action
Instructions with only one action are not numbered,
but rather shown with a arrow.
Example:
Instruction
Instructions without sequence
Instructions that do not require a specific sequence
are shown as a list with arrows.
Example:
Instruction
Instruction
Instruction
1.1.4 Lists
Lists without an essential order are shown as a list
with bullets.
Example:
Point 1
Point 2
1.1.5 Item numbers in figures
A framed number in the text, e.g. a
1
, indicates an
item number in an adjacent figure.
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1.2 Other applicable documents
A list of other applicable documents can be found in
the Appendix.
1.3 Your opinion is important
Dear reader, our operating manuals are updated
regularly. Your suggestions for improvement help us
to create ever more user-friendly operating manuals.
Please send us your suggestions by post, fax or
email.
Fax: [phone]
Postfach 51
AMAZONEN-WERKE H. Dreyer SE & Co. KG
Technische Redaktion
D-49202 Hasbergen
E-Mail: [email protected]
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Safety and responsibility 2
2.1 Basic safety instructions
2.1.1 Meaning of the operating manual
Observe the operating manual
The operating manual is an important document
and a part of the implement. It is intended for
the user and contains safety-related information.
Only the instructions provided in the operating
manual are reliable. If the operating manual is not
observed, it can result in serious injury or death.
The safety section must be completely read
and observed before initial operation of the
implement.
Before starting work, also read and observe
each section of the operating manual.
Keep the operating manual in a safe place.
Keep the operating manual available.
Hand over the operating manual to the
subsequent user.
2.1.2 Safe operating organisation
2.1.2.1 Personnel qualification
2.1.2.1.1 Requirements for all persons working with the machine
If the machine is used improperly, people can
be injured or killed. To prevent accidents due
to improper use, every person who works with
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the machine must meet the following minimum
requirements:
The person is physically and mentally capable of
controlling the machine.
The person can safely perform work with the
machine within the scope of this operating
manual.
The person understands the functioning of the
machine within the scope of their work and can
recognise and prevent dangers arising during
operation.
The person head understood the operating
manual and can implement the information that is
conveyed in the operating manual.
The person must be familiar with safe driving of
vehicles.
For road travel, the person knows the relevant
road traffic regulations and has the prescribed
driving permit.
2.1.2.1.2 Qualification levels
For working with the machine, the following
qualification levels are provided:
Farmer
Agricultural helper
As a matter of principle, the activities described in this
operating manual can be performed by persons with
the qualification level "Agricultural helper".
2.1.2.1.3 Farmer
Farmers use agricultural implement to cultivate fields.
They decide on the use of an implement for a specific
purpose.
Farmers are basically familiar with working with
agricultural implements and can instruct agricultural
helpers in how to use the implements if necessary.
They can perform odd tasks and simple maintenance
and repair work on agricultural implements
themselves.
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Farmers can be e.g.:
Farmers with higher education or training from a
technical college
Farmers by experience (e.g. inherited farm,
comprehensive practical knowledge)
Contractors who work by order of farmers
Activity example:
Safety training for agricultural helpers
2.1.2.1.4 Agricultural helpers
Agricultural helpers use agricultural implements by
order of the farmer. They are instructed on the use of
the implement by the farmer, and work independently
according to the work assignment from the farmer.
Agricultural helpers can be e.g.:
Seasonal workers and labourers
Prospective farmers in training
Employees of the farmer (e.g. tractor driver)
Family members of the farmer
Activity examples:
Driving the machine
Adjusting the working depth
2.1.2.2 Workplaces and passengers
Passengers
Passengers can fall, be run over and severely
injured or killed due to machine movements.
Ejected objects can hit and injure passengers.
Do not let anybody ride on the machine.
Do not let anybody climb onto the driving
machine.
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2.1.2.3 Danger for children
Danger for children
Children cannot assess dangerous situations and
can behave unpredictably. As a result, children
are at a higher risk.
Keep children away.
When you drive out or actuate machine
movements,
make sure that there are no children in the
danger area.
2.1.2.4 Operational safety
2.1.2.4.1 Perfect technical condition
Only use properly prepared machines
Without correct preparation according to this
operating manual, operational safety of the
machine is not ensured. This can result in
accidents and serious personal injury or even
death.
Prepare the machine according to this
operating manual.
Danger due to damage to the machine
Damage to the machine can impede the
operational safety of the machine and cause
accidents. This can result in serious injury or
death.
If you suspect or observe damage,
secure the tractor and implement.
Immediately fix any damage that can affect
safety.
Fix the damage according to this operating
manual.
Any damage that you cannot fix yourself
according to this operating manual must be
fixed by a qualified specialist workshop.
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Observe the technical limit values
Non-observance of the technical limits values of
the machine can result in accidents and serious
personal injury or even death. Moreover, the
machine can be damaged. The technical limit
values can be found in the Technical Data.
Comply with the technical limit values.
2.1.2.4.2 Personal protective equipment
Personal protective equipment
Wearing personal protective equipment is an
important safety element. Missing or unsuitable
personal protective equipment increases the risk
of damage to health and personal injury. Personal
protective equipment includes: work gloves,
safety shoes, protective clothing, breathing
protection, hearing protection, face protection,
and eye protection
Determine the personal protective equipment
required for each job and have it ready.
Use only protective equipment that is
in proper condition and offers effective
protection.
Adjust the personal protective equipment to
the person, e.g. the size.
Observe the manufacturer's instructions
regarding operating materials, seed, fertiliser,
crop protection products, and cleaning
agents.
Wear suitable clothing
Loosely worn clothing increases the risk of
getting caught or entangled on rotating parts and
getting stuck on protruding parts. This can result
in serious injury or death.
Wear close-fitting, snag-free clothes.
Never wear rings, necklaces and other
jewellery.
If you have long hair,
wear a hairnet.
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2.1.2.4.3 Warning symbols
Keep warning symbols legible
Warning symbols on the machine warn you of
risks in danger areas and are an important
element of the machine's safety equipment.
Missing warning symbols increase the risk of
serious and lethal personal injury.
Clean dirty warning symbols.
Immediately replace any damaged and
illegible warning symbols.
Put the intended warning symbols on spare
parts.
2.1.3 Knowing and preventing dangers
2.1.3.1 Safety hazards on the machine
Liquids under pressure
Escaping high pressure hydraulic fluid can
penetrate into the body through the skin and
cause serious personal injuries. A hole the size
of a needle can already result in serious personal
injuries.
Before you uncouple the hydraulic hose lines
or check for damage,
depressurise the hydraulic system.
If you suspect damage on a pressure system,
have the pressure system checked by a
qualified specialist workshop.
Never look for leaks with your bare hands.
Keep your body and face away from leaks.
If liquids penetrate the body,
consult a doctor immediately.
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2.1.3.2 Danger areas
Dangers areas on the machine
The following basic dangers are encountered in
the danger areas:
The implement and its work tools move during
operation.
Hydraulically raised machine parts can descend
unnoticed and slowly.
The tractor and implement can roll away
unintentionally.
Materials or foreign objects can be ejected out of
or away from the implement.
If the danger area is not observed, it can result in
serious personal injury or death.
Keep people out of the danger area of the
machine.
If people enter the danger area,
immediately switch off the engines and
drives.
Before you work in the danger area of the
implement,
secure the tractor and implement. This also
applies for quick checking work.
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2.1.4 Safe operation and handling of the machine
2.1.4.1 Coupling implements
Coupling the implement to the tractor
Incorrectly coupling of the implement to the
tractor results in hazards that can cause serious
accidents.
There are crushing and shear points in the area
of the coupling points between the tractor and the
implement.
If you couple or uncouple the implement to
or from the tractor,
be very careful.
Use only suitable tractors for coupling and
transporting the implement.
If the implement is coupled to the 3-point
power lift of the tractor,
make sure that the mounting categories of
the tractor and implement are compatible.
Couple the implement properly to the tractor.
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2.1.4.2 Driving safety
Risk when driving on roads and fields
Any mounted or towed implement as well as front
or rear ballast weights on the tractor influence the
driving behaviour and the steering and braking
power of the tractor. The driving characteristics
also depend on the operating condition, the fill
level of the load, and on the ground. If the
driver does not take account of changing driving
characteristics, he can cause accidents.
Always ensure that the tractor's steering and
braking systems are operating correctly.
The tractor must provide the required brake
lag for the tractor and mounted implement.
Check the function of the brakes before
moving off.
The tractor front axle must always be
loaded with at least 20 % of the empty
tractor weight to ensure  steering
power.
Use front ballast weights if necessary.
Always attach the front or rear ballast weights
properly on the specified fixing points.
Calculate and observe the payload of the
mounted or towed implement.
Observe the permissible axle loads and
drawbar loads of the tractor.
Observe the permissible drawbar load of the
hitch device and drawbar.
Drive in such a way that you always have
full control over the tractor with the mounted
or towed implement. In so doing, take your
personal abilities into account, as well as the
road, traffic, visibility and weather conditions,
the driving characteristics of the tractor, and
the influence of the mounted implement.
When driving on roads, risk of accident
caused by uncontrolled lateral motions of the
implement
Lock the tractor lower links for road travel.
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Preparing the machine for road travel
If the machine is not properly prepared for road
travel, it can result in serious traffic accidents.
Check the lighting and identification for road
travel for proper function.
Remove coarse dirt from the implement.
Follow the instructions in the section
"Preparing the implement for road travel".
Parking the implement
The parked machine can tip over. People can be
crushed and killed.
Only park the machine on stable and even
ground.
Before you perform setting or maintenance
work,
make sure that the implement is in a stable
position. In case of doubt, support the
implement.
Follow the instructions in the section "Parking
the implement".
Unsupervised parking
Parked tractors with coupled implements that are
insufficiently secured and unsupervised represent
danger for people and playing children.
Before you leave the machine,
shutdown the tractor and the implement.
Secure the tractor and machine.
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2.1.5 Safe maintenance and modification
2.1.5.1 Changes on the implement
Only authorised design changes
Design changes and extensions can impede the
functioning and operational safety of the machine.
This can result in serious injury or death.
Have any design changes and extensions
performed only by a qualified specialist
workshop.
To ensure that the operating permit
remains valid in accordance with national
and international regulations,
ensure that the specialist workshop only uses
conversion parts, spare parts and special
equipment approved by AMAZONE.
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2.1.5.2 Work on the machine
Only work on the machine when it is at a
standstill
If the machine is not standing still, part can
move unintentionally or the machine can be set in
motion. This can result in serious injury or death.
Before performing any work on the machine,
shutdown and secure the machine.
To immobilise the machine,
perform the following tasks
If necessary, secure the machine against
rolling away with wheel chocks.
Lower lifted loads down to the ground.
Relieve the pressure in the hydraulic hose
lines.
If you have to work on or under raised
loads,
lower the loads or secure raised machine
parts with a hydraulic or mechanical locking
device.
Switch off all drives.
Actuate the parking brake.
Particularly on slopes, additionally secure
the machine against rolling away with wheel
chocks.
Remove the ignition key and carry it with you.
Remove the key from the battery circuit
breaker.
Wait until all parts that are still running come
to a stop and that hot parts cool down.
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