Amazone Hektor User manual

Operating manual
az
Hektor
Trailed reversible plough
MG6213
BAG0186.1
07.19
Printed in Germany
Read and observe this
operating
manual before using
the implement for the first time!
Keep it in a safe place for future
use!
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READING THE
INSTRUCTION
manual and to adhere to it should not appear to
be inconvenient and superfluous as it is not
enough to hear from others and to realise that a
machine is good, to buy it and to believe that now
everything would work by itself. The person
concerned would not only harm himself but also
make the mistake of blaming the machine for the
reason of a possible failure instead of himself. In
order to ensure a good success one should go into
the mind of a thing or make himself familiar with
every part of the machine and to get acquainted
with its handling. Only this way, you would be
satisfied both with the machine as also with
yourself. To achieve this is the purpose of this
instruction manual.
Leipzig-Plagwitz 1872.
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Identification data
Identification data
Implement ID No.
Type:
Hektor
Permissible system pressure (bar):
Year of manufacture:
Factory:
Basic weight (kg):
Permissible total weight (kg):
Manufacturer's address
AMAZONEN-WERKE
H. DREYER GmbH & Co. KG
Postfach 51
D-49202
Tel.:
E-mail:
Hasbergen, Germany
+ 49 (0) 5405 50 1-0
[e-mail]
Spare part orders
Spare parts lists are freely accessible in the spare parts portal at
www.amazone.de.
Please send orders to your AMAZONE dealer.
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Foreword
Formalities of the operating manual
Document number:
MG6213
Compilation date:
07.19

Copyright AMAZONEN-WERKE H. DREYER GmbH & Co. KG, 2019
All rights reserved.
Reprinting, even of sections, only possible with the approval of
AMAZONEN-WERKE H. DREYER GmbH & Co. KG.
This operating manual is valid for all versions of the implement.
All of the equipment is described without indicating it as special
optional equipment.
A description may be provided for equipment that is not fitted on the
implement or is only available in certain markets. The sales
documents provide information on the equipment of your implement
or consult your dealer for more detailed information.
All information in this operating manual corresponds to the state
of knowledge at the time of publication. Due to ongoing
development of the implement, deviations are possible between
the implement and the information in this operating manual.
No claims can be made based on differences in the
specifications, figures or descriptions.
Figures serve as a reference and are to be understood as
representations of the principle.
If you want to sell the implement, ensure that the operating manual is
supplied with the implement.
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Identification data
Foreword
Dear Customer,
You have chosen one of the quality products from the wide product
range of AMAZONEN-WERKE, H. DREYER GmbH & Co. KG. We
thank you for your trust in our products
On receiving the implement, check to see if it has been damaged
during transport or if parts are missing. Using the delivery note, check
that the implement has been delivered in full, including any special
equipment ordered. Damage can only be rectified if problems are
claimed immediately.
Before initial operation, read and observe this operating manual, and
particularly the safety information. Only after careful reading will you
be able to benefit from the full scope of your newly purchased
implement.
Please ensure that all the implement operators have read this
operating manual before they put the implement into operation.
Should you have any questions or problems, please consult this
operating manual or contact your local service partner.
Regular maintenance and timely replacement of worn or damaged
parts increases the lifespan of your implement.
User evaluation
Dear Reader,
We update our operating manuals regularly. Your suggestions for
improvement help us to create ever more user-friendly operating
manuals.
AMAZONEN-WERKE
H. DREYER GmbH & Co. KG
Postfach 51
D-49202
Tel.:
E-mail:
Hasbergen, Germany
+ 49 (0) 5405 50 1-0
[e-mail]
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Table of Contents
1Implement description................................................................................ 8
1.1 Rating plate ............................................................................................................................. 8
1.2 Intended use............................................................................................................................ 8
2General safety instructions........................................................................ 9
2.1 Obligations and liability............................................................................................................ 9
2.2 Representation of safety symbols......................................................................................... 11
2.3 Organisational measures ...................................................................................................... 12
2.4 Safety and protective equipment........................................................................................... 12
2.5 Informal safety measures...................................................................................................... 12
2.6 User training.......................................................................................................................... 13
2.7 Safety measures in normal operation ................................................................................... 14
2.8 Danger from residual energy................................................................................................. 14
2.9 Maintenance and repair work, fault elimination..................................................................... 14
2.10 Design changes..................................................................................................................... 14
2.10.1 Spare and wear parts and aids ............................................................................................. 15
2.11 Cleaning and disposal........................................................................................................... 15
2.12 User workstation.................................................................................................................... 15
2.13 Safety and accident prevention regulations.......................................................................... 16
2.14 Warning symbols and other labels on the implement ........................................................... 18
2.14.1 Positions of warning symbols and other labels..................................................................... 19
3Model overview / Technical data.............................................................. 23
4Preparations on the tractor and plough.................................................. 24
4.1 Calculating the actual values for the total tractor weight, tractor axle loads and tyre load
capacities, as well as the minimum ballast ........................................................................... 24
4.1.1 Data required for the calculation........................................................................................... 25
4.1.2 Calculation of the required minimum ballasting at the front GV min of the tractor for assurance
of the steering capability ....................................................................................................... 26
4.1.3 Calculation of the actual front axle load of the tractor TV tat................................................... 26
4.1.4 Calculation of the actual total weight of the combined tractor and machine......................... 26
4.1.5 Calculation of the actual rear axle load of the tractor TH tat ................................................... 26
4.1.6 Tyre load capacity................................................................................................................. 26
4.1.7 Table...................................................................................................................................... 27
4.2 Preparations on the tractor.................................................................................................... 28
4.3 Traffic safety equipment........................................................................................................ 29
5Coupling and uncoupling the implement................................................ 30
5.1 Uncoupling the implement..................................................................................................... 30
5.2 Uncoupling the implement..................................................................................................... 31
5.3 Hydraulic connections........................................................................................................... 33
5.3.1 Coupling the hydraulic hose lines ......................................................................................... 34
5.3.2 Uncoupling the hydraulic hose lines...................................................................................... 34
6Road transport........................................................................................... 35
7Adjusting the plough ................................................................................ 37
7.1 Adjusting the cutting width .................................................................................................... 37
7.2 Front furrow width - rough adjustment to the tractor track width........................................... 38
7.3 Adjusting the working depth.................................................................................................. 38
7.4 Adjusting the pitch................................................................................................................. 39
7.5 Adjusting the track width ....................................................................................................... 40
7.6 Adjusting the disc coulter ...................................................................................................... 40
7.6.1 Disc coulter adjustment for automatic stone release ............................................................ 41
7.7 Fertiliser skimmer.................................................................................................................. 42
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8Overload safety..........................................................................................43
8.1 Shear bolt...............................................................................................................................43
8.2 Fully automatic stone release................................................................................................43
8.2.1 Hydraulic stone release with central pressure setting ...........................................................45
8.2.2 Hydraulic stone release with decentralised pressure setting.................................................46
9Use..............................................................................................................47
9.1 Rotating the plough................................................................................................................47
10 Cleaning, maintenance and repair............................................................48
10.1 Lubrication schedule..............................................................................................................50
10.2 Cleaning.................................................................................................................................52
10.3 Maintenance schedule – overview.........................................................................................53
10.4 Depressurise the hydraulic system........................................................................................54
10.4.1 Setting the oil pressure on the hydraulic accumulator...........................................................55
10.5 Checking the condition of the shares and wear parts............................................................56
10.6 Checking the shear bolts .......................................................................................................56
10.7 Checking the support wheel...................................................................................................57
10.7.1 Changing the support wheel..................................................................................................57
10.7.2 Check bearing clearance on wheel hubs...............................................................................58
10.8 Storage / overwintering..........................................................................................................58
10.9 Hydraulic system....................................................................................................................59
10.9.1 Labelling of hydraulic hose lines............................................................................................60
10.9.2 Maintenance intervals............................................................................................................61
10.9.3 Inspection criteria for hydraulic hose lines.............................................................................61
10.9.4 Installation and removal of hydraulic hose lines....................................................................62
10.9.5 Installation of hose valve chests with O-ring and union nut...................................................62
10.10 Bolt tightening torques...........................................................................................................63
11 Malfunctions and their correction............................................................64
12 Hydraulic diagram......................................................................................65
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Implement description
1 Implement description
1.1 Rating plate
The rating plate specifies:
•Vehicle- / machine ID no.:
•Type
•Basic weight kg
•Perm. drawbar load kg
•Perm. Rear axle load kg
•Perm. system pressure bar
•Perm. total weight kg
•Factory
•Model year
1.2 Intended use
The implement has been designed only for conventional use in
agricultural work (intended use).
The implement may only be used when it is in perfect technical
condition, while keeping safety and potential dangers in mind and
observing the operating manual.
"Intended use" also covers:
•Compliance with all the instructions in this operating manual.
•Execution of inspection and maintenance work.
•Exclusive use of genuine AMAZONE spare parts.
Other uses to those specified above are forbidden and shall be
considered as improper.
For any damage resulting from improper use
•the operator bears the sole responsibility,
•AMAZONEN-WERKE accepts no liability.
WARNING
It is dangerous to ride on the plough and is considered improper
use.
You risk extremely serious injuries and even death.
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General safety instructions
2 General safety instructions
This section contains important information on safe operation of the
implement.
2.1 Obligations and liability
Comply with the instructions in the operating manual
Knowledge of the basic safety information and safety regulations is a
basic requirement for safe handling and fault-free implement
operation.
Obligations of the operator
The operator is obliged only to let those people work with/on the
implement who
•
are aware of the basic workplace safety information and accident
prevention regulations.
•Have been introduced to working with/on the implement.
•have read and understood this operating manual.
The operator is obliged
•to keep all the warning symbols on the implement in a legible
state.
•to replace damaged warning symbols.
Obligations of the user
Before starting work, anyone charged with working with/on the
implement is obliged
•to comply with the basic workplace safety instructions and
accident prevention regulations.
•To read and observe the section "General safety information" of
this operating manual.
•To read the section "Warning symbols and other labels on the
implement" (page 18) of this operating manual and to follow the
safety instructions represented by the warning symbols when
operating the implement.
•to get to know the implement.
•to read the sections of this operating manual, important for
carrying out your work.
If the user discovers that a function is not working properly, then they
must eliminate this fault immediately. If this is not the task of the user
or if the user does not possess the appropriate technical knowledge,
then they should report this fault to their superior (operator).
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Risks in handling the implement
The implement has been constructed to the state-of-the art and the
recognised rules of safety. However, operating the implement may
cause risks and restrictions
•the health and safety of the user or third parties,
•the implement,
•other property.
Only use the implement
•for the purpose for which it was intended.
•in a perfect state of repair.
Eliminate any faults immediately which could impair safety.
Guarantee and liability
Our "General conditions of sales and delivery" are always applicable.
These shall be available to the operator, at the latest on conclusion of
the contract. Guarantee and liability claims for damage to people or
property will be excluded if they can be traced back to one or more of
the following causes:
•Improper use of the implement.
•Improper installation, commissioning, operation and
maintenance of the implement.
•Operation of the implement with defective safety equipment or
improperly attached or non-functioning safety equipment.
•Non-compliance with the instructions in the operating manual
regarding commissioning, operation and maintenance.
•Unauthorised design changes to the implement.
•Insufficient monitoring of implement parts which are subject to
wear.
•Improperly executed repairs.
•Disasters due to the effects of foreign objects and force majeure.
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2.2 Representation of safety symbols
Safety instructions are indicated by the triangular safety symbol and
the highlighted signal word. The signal word (DANGER, WARNING,
CAUTION) describes the severity of the risk, and carries the following
meaning:
DANGER
Indicates a direct threat at high risk which can result in death or
most serious bodily harm (loss of limbs or long-term harm),
should it not be prevented.
If the instructions are not followed, then this will result in
immediate death or serious physical injury.
WARNING
Indicates a medium risk, which could result in death or (serious)
physical injury if not avoided.
If the instructions are not followed, then this may result in death
or serious physical injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a low risk which could cause minor or medium level
physical injury or damage to property if not avoided.
IMPORTANT
Indicates an obligation to special behaviour or an activity
required for proper implement handling.
Non-compliance with these instructions can cause faults on the
implement or disturbance to the environment.
NOTE
Indicates handling tips and particularly useful information.
These instructions will help you to use all the functions of your
implement in the best way possible.
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2.3 Organisational measures
The operator must provide the necessary personal protective
equipment as per the information provided by the manufacturer of the
crop protection agent to be used, such as:
•Protective goggles,
•Safety shoes,
•Protective overall,
•Skin protection agents etc.
The operation manual
•must always be kept at the place at which the implement is
operated.
•must always be easily accessible for the user and maintenance
personnel.
Check all the available safety equipment regularly.
2.4 Safety and protective equipment
Before starting up the implement each time, all the safety and
protection equipment must be properly attached and fully functional.
Check all safety and protection equipment regularly.
Faulty safety equipment
Faulty or disassembled safety and protection equipment can lead to
dangerous situations.
2.5 Informal safety measures
As well as all the safety information in this operating manual, comply
with the general, natio
nal regulations pertaining to accident prevention
and environmental protection.
When driving on public roads and routes you should comply with the
statutory road traffic regulations.
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2.6 User training
Only trained and instructed persons should be allowed to work with/on
the implement. The responsibilities of the operating and maintenance
personnel must be clearly defined.
People being trained may only work with/on the implement under the
supervision of an experienced person.
Person
Job
Person
specially trai
ned
for the activity 1)
Trained
person 2) Persons with specialist
training
(specialist workshop) 3)
Loading/Transport X X X
Start-up -- X --
Set-up, tool installation -- -- X
Operation -- X --
Maintenance -- -- X
Troubleshooting and fault
elimination X -- X
Disposal X -- --
Key:
X..permitted
--..not permitted
1)
A person who can assume a specific task and who can carry out
this task for an appropriately qualified company.
2) Instructed persons are those who have been instructed in their
assigned tasks and in the possible risks in the case of improper
behaviour, have been trained if necessary, and have been
informed about the necessary protective equipment and
measures.
3) Persons with specialised technical training shall be considered
as a specialist. Due to their specialist training and their
knowledge of the appropriate regulations, they can evaluate the
work with which they have been charged and detect possible
dangers.
Comment:
A qualification equivalent to specialist training can be obtained
from several years' experience in the relevant field.
If maintenance and repair work on the implement is additionally
marked "Workshop work", only a specialist workshop may carry out
such work. The personnel of a specialist workshop shall possess the
appropriate knowledge and suitable aids (tools, lifting and support
equipment) for carrying out the maintenance and repair work on the
implement in a way which is both appropriate and safe.
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General safety instructions
2.7 Safety measures in normal operation
Only operate the implement if all the safety and protection equipment
is fully functional.
Check the implement at least once a day for visible damage and
check the function of the safety and protection equipment.
2.8 Danger from residual energy
Note that there may be residual mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic and
electrical/electronic energy on the implement.
Use appropriate measures to inform the operating personnel. You can
find detailed information in the relevant sections of this operating
manual.
2.9 Maintenance and repair work, fault elimination
Carry out prescribed setting, maintenance and inspection work in
good time.
Secure all media such as compressed air and the hydraulic system
against unintentional start-up.
Carefully fix and secure larger assembly groups to lifting gear when
carrying out replacement work.
Regularly check that bolted connections are firmly secured and
tighten if necessary.
When the maintenance work is completed, check the function of the
safety devices.
2.10 Design changes
You may make no changes, expansions or modifications to the
implement without the authorisation of AMAZONEN-WERKE. This
also applies when welding support parts.
Any expansion or conversion work shall require the written approval
of AMAZONEN-WERKE. Only use modification and accessory parts
approved by AMAZONEN-WERKE so that the type approval, for
example, remains valid in accordance with national and international
regulations.
Vehicles with an official type approval or with equipment connected to
a vehicle with a valid type approval or approval for road transport
according to the German road traffic regulations must be in the state
specified by the approval.
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WARNING
Risk of crushing, cutting, being trapped or drawn in, or impact
through the failure of support parts.
It is strictly forbidden to
•drill holes in the frame or on the running gear.
•
increase the size of existing holes on the frame or the running gear.
•weld on load-bearing parts.
2.10.1 Spare and wear parts and aids
Immediately replace any implement parts which are not in a perfect
state.
Only use genuine AMAZONE spare and wear parts, or those
approved by AMAZONEN-WERKE, so that the operating permit
remains valid according to the national and international regulations. If
you use wear and spare parts from third parties, there is no gua
rantee
that they have been designed and manufactured in such a way as to
meet the requirements placed on them.
AMAZONEN-WERKE shall accept no liability for damage caused by
the use of non-approved spare and wear parts or aids.
2.11 Cleaning and disposal
Handle and dispose of any materials used carefully, in particular
•when carrying out work on lubrication systems and equipment
and
•when cleaning using solvents.
2.12 User workstation
The implement may be operated by only one person sitting in the
driver's seat of the tractor.
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General safety instructions
2.13 Safety and accident prevention regulations
1. Operators shall wear close-fitting clothing. Solid footwear must
be worn.
2. Special care is to be taken when handling any
sharp and pointed
tools and components - Risk of injury!
3. Before initial operation, please familiarize yourself with all
equipment and operating elements as well as their function -
both on the tractor and on the plough!
It is too late to do this during working operation.
4. Use only stipulated parts for mounting the plough!
5. The mounting category (pin diameter, ball diameter) for three-
point linkage must be compatible for tractor and plough!
6. Special care must be taken when mounting or dismounting the
implement onto or from the tractor!
7. Prior to connecting and disconnecting implement to the three-
point suspension, place operating equipment in such a position
as to prevent unintentional lifting or lowering!
8. When actuating the external controls for three-point linkage, do
not step between tractor and plough!
9. When working between the tractor and the implement, ensure
that the vehicle is secured by the parking brake and/or wheel
chocks to prevent it from rolling away!
10. Before starting vehicle, check its road and operating safety!
11. Stickers concerning safety warnings must be kept clean and
legible! If damaged, they must be replaced.
12. Couple the implement according to the instructions. Handling,
steering and braking are all influenced by implement, and ballast
weight. For this reason, always ensure sufficient steering and
braking capacity!
13. The respective road traffic regulations must be observed at all
times when using public roads.
14. When implement is in transport position, always ensure that
there is sufficient lateral locking of the tractor's three-point
linkage!
15. Packer arms must be swivelled in and locked before road
transport!
16. Observe the authorised axle loads, drawbar loads and total
weights!
17. Check surrounding vicinity (children!) before driving off!
18. When driving in curves, take account of the wide sweep and/or
centrifugal mass of the implement!
19. Do not leave the driver's platform while tractor is in motion!
20. Riding on the implement during work or road transport is not
permissible.
21. Before leaving the tractor, lower the implement to the ground,
switch off the engine, and remove the ignition key!
22. Before each transport journey, check the implement for any
damage, material fatigue, as well as for safe functioning of
relevant safety parts for road transport.
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23. If using subsoilers, the subsoiler(s) must be dismounted on the
release side and removed to ensure the stability of the plough.
24. Make sure that no people or animals are within the working and
swivelling range of the plough. The implement operator is
responsible for people and animals in work area.
25. All hydraulically controlled folding parts have shear and crush
zones!
26. The implement must only be parked on level, firm, and
horizontal ground.
RISK OF OVERTURNING!
27. The turning cylinder of implements with single-acting turning
cylinder must be hydraulically locked using stop tap.
28. Put the stand supports in the correct position and fasten
securely when mounting or dismounting the plough!
29. Maintenance, repair, and adjustment work shall only be carried
out when the implement has been lowered to the ground.
30. For spare parts or accessories, use only original parts! Do not
make any "independent" changes to the implement.
31. When carrying out electrical welding work on the tractor and
mounted implement, disconnect the cable on the generator
(alternator) and battery!
32. The hydraulic system is under pressure!
33. When connecting the hydraulic hoses to the tractor's hydraulic
system, ensure that the hydraulics are depressurised on both
the tractor side and the implement side!
34. Label coupling sleeves and plugs to exclude operating errors!
When the connections are inverted, the inverse function is
performed (e.g. lifting / lowering)
Risk of accident!
35. Check hydraulic hose lines regularly and replace if damaged or
worn! The replacement lines must comply with the technical
requirements of the implement manufacturer!
36. Fluids (hydraulic oil) escaping under high pressure can
penetrate the skin and cause serious injuries! In the event of
injury, seek medical advice immediately. Risk of infection!
37. Lower the implement on the ground before working on the
hydraulic system. Depressurise system and switch off engine.
38. Check the nuts and bolts regularly for tight fit and retighten if
necessary!
39. For maintenance work - e.g.: the replacement of wearing parts –
that is performed when the implement is raised, always secure
with suitable support mechanisms!
40. Replacement parts must at least meet the technical
requirements stipulated by the implement manufacturer! This is
guaranteed by using original replacement parts.
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General safety instructions
2.14 Warning symbols and other labels on the implement
Always keep all the warning symbols of the machine clean and in a
legible state. Replace illegible warning symbols. You can obtain the
warning symbols from your dealer using the order number (e.g.
MD 075).
Warning symbols – structure
Warning pictograms indicate danger areas on the implement and
warn of residual dangers. Permanent or unexpected dangers exist in
these areas.
A warning symbol consists of two fields:
Field 1
is a symbol describing the danger, surrounded by triangular safety
symbol.
Field 2
is a symbol showing how to avoid the danger.
Warning symbols – explanation
The column Order number and explanation provides an explanation
of the neighbouring warning symbol. The description of the warning
symbols is always the same and specifies, in the following order:
1. A description of the danger.
For example: risk of cutting
2. The consequence of non-compliance with the risk avoidance
instructions.
For example: causes serious injuries to fingers or hands.
3. The risk avoidance instructions.
For example: only touch implement parts when they have come
to a complete standstill.
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2.14.1 Positions of warning symbols and other labels
Warning symbols
The following diagrams show the arrangement of the warning symbols on the implement.
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General safety instructions
Order number and explanation
Warning symbols
MD 078
Risk of crushing of fingers/hand by
accessible, moving parts of the implement!
This hazard can cause the most severe injuries
with loss of body parts.
Never reach into the hazardous area while the
engine of the tractor with connected universal
joint shaft/hydraulics/electronic system is
running.
MD 079
Risk of materials or foreign objects being
flung away by or out of the implement!
These dangers can cause extremely serious and
potentially fatal injuries.
•Keep a sufficient safety distance from the
implement as long as the tractor engine is
running.
•Ensure that all other persons also keep a
sufficient safety distance from the danger
area of the implement as long as the tractor
engine is running.
MD 095
Before commissioning the implement read and
observe the operating manual and the safety
instructions carefully!
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