Colombo Twin Master User manual

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Instruction Manual - Twin Master

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Instruction Manual - Twin Master
1 - Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase! We are sure you have made an excellent purcha-
se choosing the TWIN MASTER PEANUT COMBINE, a machine designed and made
with the best technology and quality there is.
This Manual contains the operation and maintenance instructions of your Combine,
which will help you to get the best performance and durability.
Because of that, carefully read it before starting operating.
In case you need better explanations about the Combine operation, COLOMBO has
a Technical Assistance Service at your disposal.
Consult our technicians whenever there is need.
We thank you for choosing a machine that really meets your needs.
Colombo North America, INC.
1301, Industrial Blvd - Adel, GA - 31620
Phone: [phone] - Fax: [phone]
[email protected]
www.colombona.com

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Index
1 - Introduction ................................................................................... 4
2 - Safety instructions .......................................................................... 6
2.1 - When reading the Instruction Manual ......................................... 6
2.2 - Safety decals found on the Combine .......................................... 6
2.3 - When operating the machine..................................................... 7
2.4 - When performing machine maintenance ..................................... 8
2.5 - Transport of the machine towed by tractor on public roads and
streets ......................................................................................... 9
2.6 - Transport on truck ................................................................... 9
3 - Identication, features and technical specications .............................. 10
3.1 - Components identication......................................................... 10
3.2 - Running principle .................................................................... 11
3.3 - Technical specications............................................................. 12
4 - Work conditions .............................................................................. 14
4.1 - Soil characteristics .................................................................. 14
4.2 - Recommendations for a good mechanical harvest ....................... 15
5 - Machine preparation ........................................................................ 16
5.1 - Leveling and coupling to the tractor ........................................... 16
5.2 - Hydraulic coupling ................................................................... 17
5.3 - Removing the hydraulic hoses ................................................... 18
5.4 - Grain elevator assembly ........................................................... 19
5.5 - Pickup unit assembly ............................................................... 20
5.6 - Cardan length adjustment ........................................................ 20
6 - Adjustments to start the operation .................................................... 21
6.1 - Power take off rotation............................................................. 21
6.2 - Tractor work speed .................................................................. 21
6.3 - Pickup unit ............................................................................. 21
6.4 - Beating cylinder (FABI) ............................................................ 22
6.5 - Cleaning system...................................................................... 24
7 - Operating the combine..................................................................... 25

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Note:
COLOMBO aims to constantly update and improve its products, reserving itself the
right of introducing changes in any of its products without previous notice.
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8 - Combine maintenance ..................................................................... 27
8.1 - Periodic maintenance items ...................................................... 27
8.2 - Gearboxes maintenance ........................................................... 28
8.3 - Grease lubrication points .......................................................... 29
8.4 - Belts maintenance ................................................................... 31
8.5 - Chains maintenance................................................................. 33
8.6 - Maintenance of the threshing system and cleaning....................... 35
8.7 - Grain elevator maintenance ...................................................... 36
8.8 - Tires pressure check ................................................................ 37
8.9 - Machine preservation in the period between crops ....................... 37
9 - Troubleshooting .............................................................................. 39
10 - Technical Assistance ........................................................................ 41
10.1 - Machine series number........................................................... 41

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2 - Safety instructions
We all know that safety is very important when handling mechanic equipments.
Because of that, carefully read all topics mentioned.
In addition to the recommendations included here, follow all recommendations of
your tractor Manual.
2.1 - When reading the Instruction Manual
Notice the following symbols:
Note:
It means that an operational or safety detail will be presented.
Warning:
It means that your life or parts of your body can be in danger.
Pay close attention to this symbol.
2.2 - Safety decals found on the Combine
Pay attention to all the safety decals found on the Combine and strictly follow
the instructions described on them. See the gures in the sequence.
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2.3 - When operating the machine
1 - Turn the tractor engine off before starting any type of service (adjustment,
maintenance, etc...) on the Gatherer.
2 - Loose clothes and long hair can be caught by mechanisms in movement.
Because of that, never get close to the Combine in such conditions.
3 - Be aware of the Combine correct operation and maintenance. Before using it
for the rst time, show this Manual and instruct the peoples who are going
to operate it.
4 - Never allow non-skilled people to operate the Combine neither the tractor.
5 - Do not allow children or curious people to get close to the Combine when
it is in operation or movement.
6 - Do not transit with people on the Combine inspection platform. This place
should be only accessed with the machine stopped.
7 - Keep your Combine always in perfect preservation conditions.
8 - Before beginning any movement with the Gatherer, check whether there
are no peoples, animals, obstacles or objects on the way.
9 - Couple the Combine on a at and leveled place because it makes the pro-
cedure easier and safer.

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2.4 - When performing machine main-
tenance
1 - ATTENTION: Always turn the tractor engine off before
starting any type of service on the Gatherer.
2 - Observe the correct lubricant types and amounts
recommended for each one of the several components.
3 - Be careful at handling hydraulic oil and greases because
they have carcinogenic chemical components. In case
of accidental contact with eyes or ingestion, immediately
look for medical assistance.
4 - Follow all the instructions there are on the Combine
safety decals.

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2.5 - Transport of the machine towed by tractor on public roads
and streets.
Warning:
Never exceed the speed of 30 km/h on even surfaces.
On uneven surfaces, reduce the speed in a such way to meet the safety con-
ditions.
When transporting, you should be careful with the Combine height, preventing
crashes against trees, overpasses, etc. Check the Combine height in page 12.
Consult the local trafc department about the rules and laws in force in your
region, whether it is possible or not to transport the Combine with the tractor
on certain parts of the road, preventing serious troubles. Request guidance,
authorizations and procedures in writing.
2.6 - Transport on truck
Whenever there is need for transporting the machine for longer distances,
when there is need for using public roads, the transport should be done
on a truck or wagon.
Note:
Transport on truck or wagon can only be done after you comply with all the rules
about machine transport, according to the local trafc department rules. Get
informed!
When transporting on wagon, you should be careful with the Combine height,
preventing crashes against trees, overpasses, etc.
Check the Combine height in page 12.
Scotch the Combine wheels (in case the wheels are mounted) and fasten it to the
body with ropes, chains or belts. Remember to fold the grain elevator to transport
the Combine (see page 18).
Combine should be fully on the truck or wagon body (it can not exceed on the sides
and/or rear part). Combine weight must be well distributed.
To transport the Twin Master Peanut Combine on trucks, the pickup unit should be
uncoupled and the grain box should be removed.
Such parts should be transported apart to avoid side excess.

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3 - Identication, features and technical specications
3.1 - Components identication
1 - Auger
2 - Pickup cylinder
3 - Driving cardan
4 - Coupling header
5 - Header Stand Jack
6 - Pickup unit intermediate cylinder
7 - Thick straw outlet
8 - Inspection windows
9 - Grain box
10 - Ladder
11 - Thin straw outlet
12 - Grain elevator
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13 - Compartments of the driving belts of
the cleaning system and sieve.
14 - FABI type threshing cylinder (Axial
Flow of Low Impact), located under
the grain box (9).
15 - Guiding cylinder.
16 - Sliding shoes.
17 - Pickup unit.
18 - Pickup unit raising cylinder.
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Note:
Whenever the terms “left” and “right”
are used, the tractor moving direction
is considered as reference point.