Amazone CatrosXL 4003-2TS User manual

Operating instructions MG6828-EN-II | D.1 | 03.06.2020
Trailed compact disc harrow
CatrosXL 4003-2TS
CatrosXL 5003-2TS
CatrosXL 6003-2TS
Original operating instructions

Please insert the identification data of the implement. The identification data are
arranged on the rating plate.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 About this operating manual 1
1.1 Meaning of the operating manual 1
1.2 Diagrams 1
1.2.1 Warnings and signal words 1
1.2.2 Further instructions 2
1.2.3 Instructions 2
1.2.4 Lists 4
1.2.5 Item numbers in figures 4
1.3 Other applicable documents 4
1.4 Your opinion is important 4
2 Safety and responsibility 5
2.1 Basic safety instructions 5
2.1.1 Safe operating organisation 5
2.1.2 Knowing and preventing dangers 10
2.1.3 Safe operation and handling of the
machine 12
2.1.4 Safe maintenance and modification 15
2.2 Safety routines 19
3 Intended use 22
4Product description 23
4.1 Implement overview 23
4.2 Function of the implement 24
4.3 Threaded cartridge 24
4.4 Special equipment 24
4.5 Protective equipment 25
4.5.1 Road safety bars 25
4.5.2 Stop tap 25
4.5.3 Emergency brake 26
4.5.4 Parking brake 26
4.5.5 Wheel chocks 26
4.6 Lighting and identification for
road travel 27
4.7 Hydraulic connection 27
4.8 Running gear 28
4.9 Support wheels 29
4.10 Vibration compensation 30
4.11 Safety chain 30
4.12 Safety device against
unauthorised use 31
4.13 Soil tillage tools 31
4.13.1 Crushboard 31
4.13.2 Straw harrow 32
4.13.3 Cutting roller 33
4.13.4 Discs 33
4.13.5 Rollers 35
4.13.6 Rear harrow 39
4.14 Ballast weights 41
4.15 GreenDrill pack top seed drill 42
4.16 Warning symbols 42
4.16.1 Positions of the warning symbols 42
4.16.2 Layout of the warning symbols 43
4.16.3 Description of the warning symbols 44
4.17 Rating plates and CE marks 48
4.17.1 Position of the rating plates and CE
marks 48
4.17.2 Information on the rating plates and
CE marks 48
4.18 Other information on the
implement 49
4.18.1 Information about the stop tap on
the hydraulic drawbar 49
4.18.2 Lubrication point labels 49
5 Technical data 50
5.1 Dimensions 50
5.2 Soil tillage tool 50
5.3 Permitted mounting categories 51
5.4 Optimal working speed 51
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5.5 Performance characteristics of
the tractor 51
5.6 Noise development data 51
5.7 Drivable slope inclination 52
6 Preparing the machine 53
6.1 Checking the tractor suitability 53
6.1.1 Calculating the required tractor
characteristics 53
6.1.2 Determining the required coupling
devices 56
6.1.3 Comparing the permissible DC
value with actual DC value 57
6.2 Calculating the permissible
payload 57
6.3 Coupling the implement 58
6.3.1 Coupling the brake system 58
6.3.2 Coupling the hydraulic hoses 59
6.3.3 Coupling the power supply 60
6.3.4 Coupling on the lower link hitch 60
6.3.5 Coupling the ball coupling or
drawbar eye 61
6.3.6 Routing the pull rope in the driver's
cab 62
6.3.7 Fastening the safety chain 63
6.3.8 Removing the wheel chocks 63
6.3.9 Releasing the parking brake 64
6.4 Preparing the implement for
operation 64
6.4.1 Unfolding the sections 64
6.4.2 Swivelling up the running gear 64
6.4.3 Aligning the implement horizontally 65
6.4.4 Adjusting the working depth 67
6.4.5 Installing ballast weights 70
6.4.6 Adjusting the scraper to the roller 71
6.4.7 Removing the road safety bars 72
6.4.8 Adjusting the rear harrow 72
6.5 Preparing the machine for road
travel 73
6.5.1 Securing the cutting roller 73
6.5.2 Swivelling down the running gear 74
6.5.3 Putting on the road safety bars 74
6.5.4 Folding the sections 74
6.5.5 Aligning the implement horizontally 75
7 Using the machine 77
7.1 Lowering the cutting roller 77
7.2 Switching on the vibration
compensation 77
7.3 Turning on the headlands 78
8 Parking the machine 79
8.1 Applying the parking brake 79
8.2 Placing the wheel chocks 79
8.3 Uncoupling the lower link hitch 80
8.3.1 Swivelling down the jack 80
8.3.2 Uncoupling the lower link 80
8.4 Uncoupling the ball coupling or
drawbar eye 81
8.4.1 Swivelling down the jack 81
8.4.2 Uncoupling the drawbar eye 81
8.4.3 Uncoupling the ball coupling 82
8.5 Uncoupling the power supply 82
8.6 Uncoupling the hydraulic hoses 83
8.7 Uncoupling the brake system 83
8.7.1 Uncoupling the pneumatic brake
system 83
8.7.2 Uncoupling the hydraulic brake
system 84
8.8 Releasing the safety chain 84
9Repairing the machine 85
9.1 Maintaining the machine 85
9.1.1 Maintenance schedule 85
9.1.2 Replacing concave discs 86
9.1.3 Checking the concave disc carrier
connection 87
9.1.4 Aligning the disc gangs relative to
each other 87
9.1.5 Checking the rollers 88
9.1.6 Checking the lower link pins 88
9.1.7 Checking the hydraulic hoses 89
9.1.8 Checking the hub bearing 89
9.1.9 Checking the brake pads 90
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9.1.10 Checking the pneumatic brake
system 91
9.1.11 Draining the compressed air tank 91
9.1.12 Checking the compressed air tank 92
9.1.13 Cleaning the compressed air line
filter 92
9.1.14 Checking the axle bolts 93
9.1.15 Checking the tyre pressure 94
9.1.16 Checking the coupling device 94
9.2 Cleaning the machine 95
9.3 Lubricating the machine 96
9.3.1 Overview of lubrication points 96
9.3.2 Lubricating the wheel hubs 97
9.4 Eliminating faults 98
10 Transporting the machine 100
10.1 Loading the machine 100
10.1.1 Loading the implement with a crane 100
11 Appendix 102
11.1 Bolt tightening torques 102
11.2 Other applicable documents 103
12 Indexes 104
12.1 GLOSSARY 104
12.2 INDEX 105
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About this operating manual 1
1.1
Meaning of 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.
1. The safety section must be completely read and
observed before initial operation of the
implement.
2. Before starting work, also read and observe each
section of the operating manual.
3. Keep the operating manual available.
4. Hand over the operating manual to the
subsequent user.
1.2
Diagrams
1.2.1 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:
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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.
1.2.2 Further instructions
IMPORTANT
Indicates a risk for damage to the
implement.
ENVIRONMENTAL
INFORMATION
Indicates a risk for environmental
damage.
NOTE
Indicates application tips and instructions for
optimal use.
1.2.3 Instructions
Numbered instructions
Actions that have to be performed in a specific
sequence are represented as numbered instructions.
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The specified sequence of the actions must be
observed.
Example:
1. Instruction 1
2. Instruction 2
1.2.3.1 Instructions and responses
Reactions to instructions are marked with an arrow.
Example:
1. Instruction 1
Reaction to instruction 1
2. Instruction 2
1.2.3.2 Alternative instructions
Alternative instructions are introduced with the word
"or".
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
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Instructions without sequence
Instructions that do not require a specific sequence
are shown as a list with arrows.
Example:
Instruction
Instruction
Instruction
1.2.4 Lists
Lists without an essential order are shown as a list
with bullets.
Example:
Point 1
Point 2
1.2.5 Item numbers in figures
A framed number in the text, e.g. a
1
, indicates an
item number in an adjacent figure.
1.3
Other applicable documents
A list of other applicable documents can be found in
the Appendix.
1.4
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.
AMAZONEN-WERKE H.Dreyer GmbH & Co. KG
Technische Redaktion
Postfach 51
D-49202 Hasbergen
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
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Safety and responsibility 2
2.1
Basic safety instructions
2.1.1 Safe operating organisation
2.1.1.1 Personnel qualification
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 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.
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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".
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.
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
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
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Activity examples:
Driving the machine
Adjusting the working depth
2.1.1.2 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.
2.1.1.3 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.
2.1.1.4 Operational safety
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.
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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.
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.
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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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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.
2.1.2 Knowing and preventing dangers
2.1.2.1 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 hydraulic hoses or
check them 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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2.1.2.2 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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2.1.3 Safe operation and handling of the machine
2.1.3.1 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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2.1.3.2 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.
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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.
Before driving on roads, always prepare the
machine 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.
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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