DALBO TRIMAX Classic User manual

TRIMAX Classic
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300 cm with fixed frame - 77033

TRIMAX Classic
Type 300 cm
Congratulations on your new TRIMAX Classic. For safety reasons and to achieve opti-
mum service from the product, please read the User Guide before use.
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Serial no.:
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EU DECLARATION OF COMPLIANCE
DALBO A/S
DK-7183 Randbøl
declares herewith that the above machine is manufactured in accordance with the
provisions of directive 2006/42/EC, which replaced directive 98/37/EC and change
directives 91/368/ECC, 93/44/ECC and 93/68/ECC on harmonisation of member state
legislation concerning health and safety requirements related to the construction and
manufacture of machines.
This machine corresponds to the safety requirements in the European Safety Guide-
lines.
DALBO A/S
Date:
Carsten Jensen, CEO
CE

Table of Contents
SAFETY ....................................................................................................................6
GENERAL .........................................................................................................................6
HYDRAULICS.....................................................................................................................6
ASSEMBLY........................................................................................................................7
MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR.................................................................................................7
ROAD TRANSPORT .............................................................................................................7
CORRECT USE....................................................................................................................8
TECHNICAL DATA.....................................................................................................9
DELIVERY .........................................................................................................................9
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL...................................................................................10
USES......................................................................................................................11
ADVANTAGES OF TRIMAX CLASSIC ....................................................................................11
CONNECTING AND DISCONNECTING ......................................................................12
CONNECTING..................................................................................................................12
DISCONNECTION .............................................................................................................12
SETTING UP ...........................................................................................................13
DEPTH...........................................................................................................................13
TINE ANGLE....................................................................................................................15
TRIMAX CLASSIC WITH SPRING BOLTS ................................................................................15
OPERATION ...........................................................................................................16
OPERATING SPEED ...........................................................................................................16
ACCESSORIES.........................................................................................................17
FLAT STEEL CRUMBLER......................................................................................................17
TERRA-CUT ....................................................................................................................18
MAINTENANCE......................................................................................................19
LUBRICATION..................................................................................................................19
HYDRAULICS...................................................................................................................20
PLATE HUBS....................................................................................................................20
WEAR PARTS ..................................................................................................................20
REPLACEMENT ANDREPAIRS..................................................................................21
REPLACING AXLES,BEARINGS AND T-RINGS...........................................................................22
REPLACING WEAR PARTS ...................................................................................................22
SCRAPPING............................................................................................................24
SPARE PARTS.........................................................................................................25

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Safety
This symbol appears in the instruction manual each time there is a safety
warning concerning your safety, the safety of others or functionality of the
machine. All safety instructions must be observed and made available to all
users of the machine.
General
•Ensure you are familiar with all aspects of the machine before use
•There are safety stickers on the machine containing important instructi-
ons for the safety of yourself and others, and correct use of the machine.
•Do not carry passengers during operation or transport.
•Ensure there are no personnel within the machine's working radius befo-
re operating. Operate machine only from inside the tractor.
•Before leaving the tractor or making adjustments, performing mainte-
nance or repairs on the machine, fully machine lower to the ground,
apply tractor handbrake, switch engine off and remove ignition key to
prevent accidental operation.
•Remember to secure top arm and lift arm (if relevant) with split rings.
•Never leave driver's seat whilst machine is moving.
•Always adapt speed to conditions.
•Do not use machine unless all safety devices are in place. Defective safety
devices must be replaced immediately.
Hydraulics
•Ensure there are no personnel within the machine's working radius when
activating the hydraulic system to avoid danger of crushing.
•Lower machine fully for any repair work on the hydraulic system. Relieve
hydraulic pressure, switch engine off and remove ignition key.

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•Clean hydraulic connections thoroughly before reconnecting. When con-
necting hydraulic hoses to tractor hydraulics, ensure they are not under
pressure.
•Bleed the hydraulic system thoroughly after any repairs.
•Check hydraulic hoses regularly for defects such as cracks, splits, crimps,
wear or breaks. Defective hoses must be replaced immediately.
•Avoid spilling oil on the ground. If oil is spilt, collect and deliver to a de-
struction point.
•Clean hands thoroughly after contact with oil and grease. Change oil-
stained clothing immediately. Hydraulic oil can be harmful to the skin.
•Hydraulic oil released under high pressure can penetrate the skin and
cause severe injury. In the event of injury, seek medical help immedia-
tely.
Assembly
•Danger of crushing! Ensure no personnel are between implement and
tractor, or between the parts to be connected.
Maintenance and repair
•Ensure machine is adequately supported or fully extended for all repair
and maintenance work. Ensure tractor and machine are properly braked,
engine stopped and ignition key removed.
•Tighten all screw connections after a few hours use. Check all screw con-
nections regularly and tighten as required. Check all split pins and bolts
to avoid mechanical failure.
•Dispose of oil, grease and filters in accordance with local environmental
protection rules.
Road transport
•All safety and warning precautions mandatory by law must be fitted and
tested before transporting the machine on public roads. The driver is re-
sponsible for correct lighting and warning signs in accordance with traffic
regulations.
•Check with local traffic authorities whether transport on public roads is
allowed given the machine's dimensions.

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•When transporting, ensure permitted total weight for tractor is not ex-
ceeded and that loading on tractor front axle is not less than 20% of trac-
tor net weight. If this is the case, use weights on tractor front.
Correct use
•Correct use of the machine includes observing the manufacturer's opera-
ting, maintenance and repair instructions, and that original spare parts
are always used.
•This product may only be used, maintained or repaired by personnel fa-
miliar with it and who are aware of the risks that can be involved.
•The manufacturer cannot be held liable for injury or damage arising from
modifications made to the machine performed without prior permission
from the manufacturer. Neither can the manufacturer be held liable for
injury or damage arising from incorrect use. Such liability rests solely with
the user.
•Do not add extra weight to the machine.

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Technical data
TRIMAX Classic
Size (cm)
300
HP (recommended)
130
Gross weight kg:
Cage roller
X
Accessories
T-rings
X
Flat steel crumbler
X
Terra-cut
X
Delivery
TRIMAX Classic is delivered complete on a trailer. The machine can be parti-
ally dismantled if exported.
If lifting the machine, we recommend the use of straps on the mid-section to
maintain balance.

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How to use this manual
The sequence of subject matter in this manual can seem illogical. Please re-
fer to the table of contents for page numbers for individual items.
The manual is divided into main sections:
•Safety
•Starting routine and running
•Maintenance
•Repairs
The following symbols represent:

Points which are important to functionality and service life.
Points relevant to safety.

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Uses
TRIMAX Classic is a powerful chisel plough used for tilling stubble and crop
residue. Due to its high ground clearance and the distance between the ti-
nes, large volumes of crop residue can be tilled.
Fig. 1
The machine is designed to achieve full ripping, breaking up the growth of
crops and weeds. The shape of the tines causes soil and crop residue to be
thrown into the air and thoroughly mixed.
The machine consists of three bullet harrows followed by a row of angled
plates which smooth and spread evenly after the tilling tines. At the back is
the cage roller which controls depth, smoothes the soil and crushes clods.
The cage roller is available with a tubular packer roller, or 60 cm T-rings.
A 400 mm diameter flat steel crumbler can be mounted behind the standard
cage roller as an optional extra.
Advantages of TRIMAX Classic
TRIMAX Classic’s advantages consist of:
•Exact depth setting between 4 and 20 cm.
•No supporting wheels to cause uneven packing.
•Full ripping resulting in fewer passes.
•Uniform mixing of crop residues.
•Retains soil humidity.
The TRIMAX Classic is therefore well suited for tilling the upper soil layer, where the highest rate
of plant decomposition occurs. That's why the TRIMAX Classic is an efficient implement in a
strategy for reduced soil-cultivation, as only one pass is needed to achieve full ripping with uni-
form mixing of crop residues and soil microorganisms. To retain humidity in the soil and improve
the microclimate for soil organisms, the process is completed by packing the soil.

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Connecting and disconnecting
Connecting
Fig. 2
Attach lift arms first, followed by
the top bar. Adjust top bar until
the frame is horizontal.
•Remember to secure with
a split pin.
Disconnection
Fig. 3
TRIMAX Classic can be disconnect-
ed whilst folded or extended.
Remember to depressurise hoses
before disconnecting them.
The ball cock for the hydraulic stone shaker must also be closed (see fig. 8).
Stand the machine on a firm, level surface. Detach top bar and lift arms.

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Setting up
The machine is supplied with factory settings, but fine adjustment will always
be required before use. Numerous adjustment options make the machine
more flexible and ensure maximum use.
Depth
Depth is controlled by the cage roller at the back, in the form of a T-ring rol-
ler.
Tine depth is adjusted using pins in the brackets (A). The upper pin (B) de-
termines depth and the lower pin (C) is for support, bearing the cage roller
when the implement is lifted.

Depth adjustment may necessitate adjusting the top bar, as the frame must
always be horizontal.
Deeper tilling
Fig. 4
Setting deeper tilling is done by
lifting the machine sufficiently from
the ground that the arm (D) no lon-
ger presses on pin (B). The pin can
then be withdrawn from the brack-
et and moved one hole higher. The
lower pin (C) must be moved cor-
respondingly, so that the support is
as close to the arm (D) as possible.
If depth is altered, it may be necessary to run the tines into the soil a little (or
support the cage roller) to put pressure on the cage roller. The pin (C) can
then be easily fitted into the hole closest to the arm (D).
D
A
B
C

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Fig. 5
If very deep tilling is required, the
cage roller arm can be moved
downwards in the holes (A).
The machine must be lowered to
the ground to support the cage rol-
ler before detaching.
Flat tilling
Setting for flatter/shallower tilling is done by moving the pins downwards
This will raise the chisel plough frame causing the tines to give flatter tilling.
It may be necessary to run the tines into the soil a little to loosen the pin (C,
fig. 4). Once the pin (C) has been inserted into a hole further down the flan-
ge, lift the machine to be able to place pin (B) as close to the arm (D) as pos-
sible.
Plate depth adjustment
Fig. 6
The correct plate setting leaves a
smooth field with no visible tracks
from the harrow tines. Fine adjust-
ment of the plates is performed
using the crank (A) once the machi-
ne is ready for use on the field. The
plates must be set to work on the
surface, to throw a sufficient
amount of soil back after the har-
row tine.
A
A

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Tine angle
Setting the tine angle of attack in two different positions (A, B) means one ti-
ne will always be in contact with the soil.
Fig. 7
The most aggressive setting should
be chosen for very dry soil (A), and
setting (B) is more suitable for light
soil and in moist conditions. The
stalk setting should not be more
aggressive than necessary to avoid
wear and excessive traction.
TRIMAX Classic with spring bolts
TRIMAX Classic is fitted with spring bolts to prevent stone damage.
Fig. 8
When replacing spring bolts (A) al-
ways place the bolt in the same hole
as for the other tines. Check tine
angle. See relevant section.
Spring bolts must be:
quality 4.6
A
B
A

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Operation
Correct operation is vital for optimum use. This applies to working in the
field and for safety. Always ensure you are fully familiar with all safety
aspects of the machine.
We recommend running at a slight angle to the sowing direction for the best
results.
TRIMAX Classic must be set up so that it is supported by the cage roller. The
tractor hydraulic lift handle must be fully lowered when in operation to allow
the lift to move with the movements of the machine. Depth will be control-
led at the back by the cage roller and at the front by the top bar.
When changing the depth, adjustment of the plates may be necessary. The
plates must work on the surface, but perform any tilling apart from smooth-
ing out after the tines, to ensure a suitable amount of soil is thrown back af-
ter the harrow tine.
Operating speed
To achieve optimum tilling, a speed of between 8 and 12 km/h is required.
But always work according to the conditions.
Please note that wear increases significantly in line with the speed. The cut-
ters can also be damaged if operating at excessive speeds in unfavourable
conditions.

Wear on the tines will increase significantly at high speeds, particularly un-
der dry conditions.

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Accessories
The TRIMAX Classic can be fitted with a range of accessories to suit require-
ments.
Flat steel crumbler
Fig. 12
The flat steel crumbler (A) is fitted
after the cage roller to further even
out the soil. It is designed as a roller
with a smaller diameter than the
cage roller, which provides faster
rotation and thus a better crushing
effect on clods. It will also provide
an extra packing action to the top-
most soil layer, helping retain soil
humidity.
Operation and adjustment
The flat steel crumbler is not designed to support the TRIMAX Classic, but is
purely intended to crush, crumble and even the soil after the TRIMAX Classic,
as depth is determined by the cage roller.
Fig. 13
The flat steel crumbler works on the
upper soil layer. Pressure is set
using the bolts (A). If the bolts are
extended, the flat steel crumbler's
pressure on the soil is increased. If
the bolts are retracted, the pressure
is reduced.

The flat steel crumbler must not be set to support the machine, as the lar-
ger cage roller is intended for this purpose.
A
A

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Terra-cut
Fig. 14
To part the soil flow thrown up
from the tip, a Terra-cut (A) can be
fitted.
The Terra-cut is fitted to the centre
hole (B) of the tine, and is suppor-
ted by the stalk higher up.
A
B

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Maintenance
Good maintenance ensures long service life and optimum use. Grease
nipples are fitted where wear is heaviest.

Tighten all screw connections after first working day. Check all split pins and
bolts to avoid mechanical failure. Check hydraulic system for leaks.
All maintenance and repair work can only be performed when the machine
is lowered to the ground, the tractor is braked, engine stopped and ignition
key removed to prevent accidental start and crushing.
Lubrication
Fig. 15
A
B
C
Lubrication points
Lubrication intervals,
hours
Illustration
Crank/telescope
100
A
Cage roller bearings
50
B
Plate bearings
50
C

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
Lubricate all lubrication points at least once annually.
Hydraulics
Check all hydraulic hoses for wear or cracks. Check all hoses for crimping.

Lubricate exposed rams with oil or pressure-resistant grease to avoid rust
forming when storing for long periods. Remember to remove before use.
Plate hubs
Tighten all plate hubs once annually or as required.
Fig. 16
1. Remove plates.
2. Remove split pin from hub
nut.
3. Tighten hub nut a ¼ turn, or
until there is no play in the
hub.
Wear parts
The tips of the tines are reversible and must be turned before the brackets
they are mounted on are worn.
Replace the wings when they are worn to the extent that they no longer
work properly, or before wear is caused to the bracket.
Replace the plates when they are worn to the extent that they no longer
work properly, or before wear is caused to the bracket.