horsch Maestro CV Series User manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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8043
Maestro CV

- Translation of the Original Operating Instructions -
Machine Identication
The corresponding data is to be entered into the list below upon
receiving the machine:
Serial number: ..................................................
Machine type: ...................................................
Year of construction: ........................................
Initial installation: ..............................................
Fittings: .............................................................
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Publication date of Operation Manual:
Latest change:
Address of Retailer: Name: ......................................................................
Road: ......................................................................
Town/City: ......................................................................
Tel.: ......................................................................
Customer No.:
Retailer: ......................................................................
Address of HORSCH: HORSCH Maschinen GmbH
92421 Schwandorf, Sitzenhof 1
92401 Schwandorf, Postbox 1038
Tel.: [phone] / 7143-0
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [email protected]
Customer No.:
HORSCH: ......................................................................
Conrmation of receipt of machinery
Warranty claims become only e󰘯ective when the 󰘰rst use of the machine is reported to HORSCH
Maschinen GmbH within a week.
At www.horsch.com under SERVICE PARTNERBEREICH an interactive PDF form is available for down-
load for this purpose (not available in all languages).
By clicking on Send – depending on the email program installed – a mail draft with the completed
form is generated automatically. Alternatively, the form can be sent as email attachment to machine.
[email protected].
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EG-Konformitätserklärung
Die
HORSCH Maschinen GmbH
Sitzenhof 1, D-92421 Schwandorf
erklärt hiermit in alleiniger Verantwortung als Hersteller, dass das nachfolgend genannte Produkt:
Maschine:
Typ:
den einschlägigen grundlegenden Sicherheits- und Gesundheitsanforderungen der Richtlinie
2006/42/EG entspricht.
Schwandorf, 02.12.2019 Klaus Winkler
Dokumentationsbevollmächtigter
_________________________ ____________________________
Philipp Horsch Hubertus Bultmann
Geschäftsführer Leiter Forschung und Entwicklung
Sämaschine
Maestro 8 CV
Maestro 9 CV
Maestro 12 CV
Translation of EC Declaration of Conformity
(Directive 2006/42/EC)
The manufacturer HORSCH Maschinen GmbH
Sitzenhof 1
D-92421 Schwandorf
hereby declares that the product
Machine:
Type:
this declaration refers to, conforms with all relevant fundamental health and safety requirements of the
EC directive 2006/42/EC.
Schwandorf, 02/12/2019 Klaus Winkler
Documentation Representative
Philipp Horsch Hubertus Bultmann
Managing director Director Research & Development
Drill
Maestro 8 CV
Maestro 9 CV
Maestro 12 CV

Table of contents
Introduction...................................................4
Foreword ........................................................4
Notes on representation .................................4
Service............................................................5
Warranty claim processing .............................5
Consequential damage...................................5
Safety and accident prevention ..................6
Intended use...................................................6
Qualication of personnel...............................7
Children in danger ..........................................8
Personal protective outt................................8
Safety in tra󰀩c................................................8
Safety in operation..........................................9
Fertiliser and dressed seed ..........................12
Environmental protection..............................13
Retrots ........................................................13
Care and maintenance .................................13
Danger zone.................................................15
Safety stickers ..............................................16
Commissioning...........................................19
Delivery.........................................................19
Transport ......................................................19
Installation ....................................................19
Adapting the seed bar ..................................20
Technical data.............................................21
Type plate.....................................................22
Requirements for the tractor.........................26
Construction ...............................................28
Overview.......................................................28
Hydraulics.....................................................29
Marking of hydraulic hoses...........................34
Aluminium clips.............................................35
Lighting.........................................................36
Instruction stickers........................................37
Operation.....................................................41
Connecting/Parking ......................................41
Connecting ...................................................41
Transport position.........................................42
Parking .........................................................44
Anti-theft devices..........................................45
Wings............................................................46
Unfolding ......................................................47
Folding..........................................................47
Use in the eld..............................................49
Checks.......................................................51
Seed bar adjustment..................................51
Pneumatic system......................................53
Overview.......................................................54
Variant with seed container........................54
Variant with MTS........................................55
Fan - vacuum................................................56
Fan - fertiliser................................................57
Direct drive.................................................57
Drive with PTO-shaft pump ..........................57
Fan speeds...................................................60
Maximum fertiliser quantities .....................60
Checks and maintenance.............................61
Retightening the fan ange........................61
Central distributor (MTS) ..............................63
Hopper..........................................................66
Venturi-type injector...................................67
Distributor .....................................................67
Coulter pressure.........................................68
Single grain metering.................................70
Components .................................................71
Seed hopper ..............................................71
Coulter discs..............................................71
Depth guide wheels ...................................74
Setting the drilling depth ............................74
Trap rollers.................................................75
Press rollers...............................................76
Clearing stars (option) ...............................80
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AirVac single grain metering system........82
Overview.......................................................82
Components .................................................82
Motor/motor control....................................82
Metering unit..............................................83
Downpipe...................................................86
Operating the metering system ....................88
General notes ............................................88
Changing and adjusting components ........88
Cleaning the metering unit.........................91
Adjusting the metering unit ........................93
Inspection ..................................................97
Problems and rectication .........................99
Fertiliser coulter..........................................100
Fertiliser metering unit.............................103
Rotors.........................................................103
Rotor change..............................................104
Adjusting the sealing lip..............................105
Metering unit with Venturi-type injector.......105
Maintenance of metering unit .....................106
Troubleshooting .......................................107
Optional equipment..................................109
Brake system..............................................109
Pneumatic brake......................................109
Brake valve unit .......................................109
Hydraulic brake........................................ 113
Micro-granulate facility................................ 115
Adjustment and operation........................ 115
Seed calibration....................................... 116
In use....................................................... 118
Granulate placement ............................... 119
Filling screw................................................120
Agitator shaft............................................122
AutoForce...................................................122
Fertiliser ow monitoring.............................122
Bout marker................................................123
Care and Maintenance .............................124
Maintenance intervals.................................125
Storage.......................................................125
Lubricating the machine .............................126
Maintenance overview Maestro CV............127
Waste disposal .........................................134
Appendix ...................................................135
Tightening torques......................................135
Wheels and tyres........................................137
Changing wheels (undercarriage)............137
Adjusting the track width..........................139
Selecting the metering auger......................142
Index ..........................................................148
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Introduction
Foreword
Before commissioning the machine, read and
strictly comply with the operating instructions. In
doing so, you will avoid accidents, reduce repair
costs and downtime and increase the reliability
and service life of your machine. Pay attention
to the safety notes!
HORSCH will not assume liability for any dam-
age or malfunctions resulting from failure of
complying with the operating instructions.
These operating instructions will assist you in
getting to know your machine and using it cor-
rectly for its intended purposes.
The operating instructions must be read and
strictly adhered to by all persons working on or
with the machine e.g.:
• Operation (including preparation,
fault recti󰘰cation during work, care)
• Maintenance (maintenance, inspection)
• Transport
Trained personnel of our service and sales
partners will instruct you in the operation and
care of your machine. By submitting the ac-
knowledgement of receipt you have con󰘰rmed
proper acceptance of the machine.
The warranty period starts with the date of
delivery.
We reserve the right to alter illustrations as well
as technical data and weights contained in these
operating instructions for the purpose of improv-
ing the machine.
The illustrations in these operating instructions
show di󰘯erent versions of the implement and
di󰘯erent equipment variants.
Notes on representation
Warning notes
These operating instructions distinguish be-
tween three di󰘯erent types of warning notes.
The following signal words with warning sym-
bols are used:
DANGER
Highlights a danger that will lead to death or
severe injury if it is not avoided.
WARNING
Highlights a danger that may lead to death or
severe injury if not avoided.
CAUTION
Highlights a danger that can lead to injury if not
avoided.
Please read the warning notes given in these
operating instructions!
Instructions
NOTE
Identi󰘰es important notes.
Take-action instructions are indicated by arrow
points:
¾...
¾Keep the order of the instructions. Alternatively,
instructions may be numbered consecutively.
The designations right, left, front and rear apply as
seen in travel direction.
4

Service
HORSCH Company would like you to be com-
pletely satisfied with your machine and our
services.
If you encounter any problems, please feel free
to contact your sales partner.
The service sta󰘯 of our sales partners and the
service employees at HORSCH will always be
available to assist you.
In order to be able to solve technical problems
as quickly as possible, we ask you kindly to
support us.
Please help the service personnel by providing
the following information to avoid unnecessary
queries.
• Customer number
• Name of customer representative
• Name and address
• Machine model and serial number
• Purchasing date and operating hours or area
performance
• Type of problem
Warranty claim
processing
Warranty claim forms must be submitted to
HORSCH through your local HORSCH sales
partner.
Consequential damage
The machine has been manufactured by
HORSCH with greatest care. However, despite
the intended use deviations in placing quantity
up to total failure may be caused by e.g.:
• damage caused by external in󰘱uences
• wear of wear items
• missing or damaged cultivation tools
• incorrect drive motor speeds and travel
speeds
• incorrect setting of the unit (incorrect connec-
tion, non-observance of setting tables)
• failure to comply with the operating instruc-
tions
• di󰘯erences in the composition of seed or
fertiliser (i.e. grain size distribution, density,
geometrical shape, dressing, sealing)
• blockages or seed bridging (i.e. caused by
foreign bodies, non-smooth seeds, sticky
dressing, moist fertiliser)
• neglect and improper care and maintenance
Therefore, it is crucial to always check your ma-
chine before and during use for correct operation
and adequate application accuracy.
Compensation claims for damages that have
not occurred on the machine are excluded. This
also means that any liability for consequential
damages caused by travel and operating faults
is excluded.
5

Safety and accident
prevention
The following warnings and safety notes apply
to all sections in these operating instructions.
The machine has been built in accordance with
latest technical standards and generally ac-
cepted safety regulations. However, risks for
life and limb of the operator or third parties and
impairment of the machine or other material as-
sets can occur during use.
Please read and comply with the following safety
notes, before you start to use the machine!
Intended use
The machine is intended for the singulation
and placement of seed as well as metering and
placement of 󰘱owable fertiliser on agricultural
areas.
The intended use also includes taking note of
and observing the notes and instructions given
in these operating instructions, observing all
pictograms and warnings on the machine, ob-
serving all maintenance and repair intervals and
complying with the de󰘰ned technical limits and
areas of application.
When participating with the machine in public
road tra󰘲c, the respective national registration
and tra󰘲c law must also be complied with.
Any other kind of use of the machine contradict-
ing the above, especially
• connecting/attachment to an agricultural trac-
tor that is not suitable
• using the machine as a means of transport
• operating the machine while persons are still
in the danger zone (this includes in particular
transport rides on the machine)
• carrying out maintenance and/or repair work
on a machine that has not been shut down or
is not secured against restarting
are considered not as intended.
Horsch does not assume any liability for dam-
ages resulting from the unintended use of the
machine.
Spare parts
Genuine spare parts and accessories from
HORSCH have been specially designed for this
machine.
Spare parts and accessories which are not de-
livered by us have not been tested or approved
by us.
Installation or use of non-original HORSCH
products may have a detrimental effect on
speci󰘰c design features of the machine and
impair the safety of machine operators and the
machine itself.
HORSCH will not assume liability whatsoever for
damage resulting from the use of non-original
parts and accessories.
If the component to be replaced is marked with
a safety sticker, these stickers must also be
ordered and attached to the spare part.
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Operating Instructions
The operating instructions are a part of the
machine!
Failure to comply with the operating instruc-
tions can result in severe or even fatal physical
injuries.
¾Read and follow the corresponding sections
in the operating instructions before starting
work.
¾Store the operating instructions and keep for
future use.
¾Pass the operating instructions on to a later
user.
Qualication of personnel
Unintended use of the machine can lead to se-
vere or even fatal physical injuries. In order to
prevent accidents, each person involved in work
with the machine must meet the following general
minimum requirements:
¾The person must be physically able to keep
the machine under control.
¾The person is able to perform work with the
machine safely within the scope of these op-
erating instructions.
¾The person is acquainted with the function of
the machine within the scope of its work and
is able to assess and avoid any work related
dangers. The person is able to recognize and
avoid work related dangers.
¾The person has understood the operating
instructions and is able to implement the in-
formation given in the operating instructions
accordingly.
¾The person is fully familiar with the safe opera-
tion of the vehicle.
¾The person knows all applicable road tra󰘲c
regulations and is in possession of a valid
driving permit for road travel.
¾A person being instructed must only work with
or on the machine under the supervision of
an experienced person.
The owner of the machine must
¾regulate the area of responsibility, compe-
tence and monitoring of personnel
¾if necessary, train and instruct the personnel
¾make the operating instructions accessible for
the machine operator
¾ensure that the operator has read and under-
stood the operating instructions.
Groups of operators
Persons who work with the machine must have
been trained for the di󰘯erent activities involved.
Instructed operators
These persons must have been trained for
their respective activities by the owner or other
quali󰘰ed experts. This refers to the following
activities:
• Road transportation
• Application and set-up work
• Operation
• Maintenance
• Troubleshooting and repair
Operators trained by HORSCH
Furthermore, for certain activities the corre-
sponding personnel must have been trained by
service personnel from HORSCH. This refers to
the following activities:
• Loading and transport
• Commissioning
• Troubleshooting and repair
• Disposal
Certain work concerning maintenance and repair
must only be carried out by an expert workshop.
Such work is identi󰘰ed with the additional com-
ment Workshop work.
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Children in danger
Children are not able to assess dangers and may
behave unpredictably. Children are therefore
especially endangered:
¾Keep children away from the machine.
¾Especially before driving o󰘯 and before trig-
gering machine movements you must make
sure that the danger zone is free of children.
¾Shut down the tractor before leaving it.
Children can trigger dangerous machine
movements. An insu󰘲ciently secured ma-
chine parked without being attended poses
a danger for playing children!
Personal protective outt
Missing or incomplete protective equipment
increases the risk of health damage. Personal
protective equipment includes, e.g.:
¾tight 󰘰tting clothes / protective clothing, pos-
sibly a hair net
¾safety shoes
¾safety gloves
¾safety goggles to protect the eyes against
dust or spray, when working with fertiliser or
liquid fertiliser (follow the instructions of the
fertiliser manufacturer)
¾respirator masks and protective gloves when
handling dressing or dressed seed (follow
the instructions of the pickling agent manu-
facturers)
¾Determine the personal protective equipment
for the corresponding work assignment.
¾Provide effective protective equipment in
proper condition.
¾Never wear rings, bracelets or other jewellery.
Safety in tra󰀩c
DANGER
No passengers are allowed to ride on the
machine!
¾Pay attention to the permissible transport
widths and heights. Pay attention to the trans-
port height when passing under bridges and
low hanging overhead power lines.
¾Do not exceed the permissible axle load, draw-
bar load, tyre load bearing capacity and total
weight, in order to ensure su󰘲cient steering
and braking capabilities. The front axle must
be loaded with at least 20 % of the tractor
weight.
¾For machines without brake select the weight
of the tractor and the speed so that the ma-
chine can be managed securely under all
conditions.
For road transport the machine must be set to
transport position. The machine must have been
folded up and secured, see chapter Folding and
Connecting and Transport position.
¾Clean soil from the folding areas before fold-
ing up. Otherwise there could be damage to
the mechanics.
¾If present: Secure the hydraulic cylinders on
undercarriage and drawbar in transport posi-
tion against uncontrolled movements using
aluminium clips, see chapters Connecting and
Transport position.
¾Assemble lighting, warning and protective
features and check the function.
¾Before road travel clean the entire machine
from picked up dirt.
Handling is a󰘯ected by the connected equipment.
¾Consider the wide overhang and the centrifu-
gal mass of the implement as well as the 󰘰lling
capacities, especially when cornering.
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For transport on public roads pay atten-
tion to the permissible top speed men-
tioned in the type approval!
The speci󰘰cations in the type approval
document or in the technical data are
decisive for the design dependent top
speed.
Always match the travel mode to the
road conditions to avoid accidents and
damage to the undercarriage.
Consider your personal abilities, carriage
way, tra󰘲c, sight and weather conditions.
Pay attention also to the notes in chapter
Commissioning!
Safety in operation
Commissioning
The operational safety of the machine cannot be
guaranteed without orderly performed commis-
sioning. This can lead to accidents with severe
or even fatal physical injuries.
¾The machine must only be put into operation
after receiving instructions by employees of
the authorized dealer or a HORSCH em-
ployee.
¾The machine registration form must be com-
pleted and returned to HORSCH.
Only use the machine with all protective features
and safety relevant installations, such as e.g.
detachable safety features, in place and fully
functional.
¾Check nuts and bolts, especially the ones on
wheels and cultivation tools regularly for tight
󰘰t and retighten if necessary.
¾Check tyre pressure regularly.
Damage to the machine
Damage to the machine can impair the op-
erational safety of the machine and cause ac-
cidents. This can lead to severe or even fatal
physical injuries.
The following machine parts are particularly
important for safety:
¾Hydraulics
¾Brakes
¾Connecting features
¾Protective features
¾Lighting
If in doubt about the safety-relevant status of
the machine, e.g. in case of leaking operating
󰘱uids, visible damage or unexpected changes
in travel behaviour:
¾Immediately shut down and secure the ma-
chine.
¾If possible, locate and rectify the faults by fol-
lowing these operating instructions.
¾Rectify possible causes for damage (e.g. re-
move coarse dirt and tighten loose screws).
¾Have damage that could a󰘯ect safety and
that cannot be recti󰘰ed by you recti󰘰ed by a
quali󰘰ed expert workshop.
Coupling and uncoupling
Faulty coupling of the machine and pulling tool
of the tractor causes dangers, which could result
in severe accidents.
Caution with negative drawbar load!
¾With an empty fertiliser hopper and under
certain operating conditions the machine has
a negative drawbar load.
The rear axle of the tractor is unloaded. This
has a negative e󰘯ect on the steering and
braking characteristics.
Caution when unhitching!
¾Pay attention to the notes in chapter Unhitching.
¾Only park the machine on a 󰘰rm and level
surface.
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¾Park the machine only in transport position
or with the seed bar unfolded and completely
lowered, see chapter Parking.
The drawbar could otherwise strike up!
The seed wagon could tip backwards!
¾Strictly comply with all operating instructions:
• These operating instructions (chapter Connect-
ing, Transport position and Parking)
• Operating instructions of the tractor
• if necessary, the operating instructions for
the propshaft
¾Exercise special caution when reversing the
tractor. Never stand between tractor and
machine.
¾Secure the machine against rolling away.
Hydraulics
The hydraulic system is under high pressure.
Escaping 󰘱uid can penetrate the skin and cause
serious injuries. In the event of injury, consult a
doctor immediately.
The machine's hydraulics has several functions,
which can cause injury to persons or damage to
the machine if operated incorrectly.
¾Do not connect hydraulic hoses to the tractor
before both hydraulics on machine and tractor
are depressurised.
¾Lower all hydraulically lifted parts (e.g. wings,
packer, undercarriage, etc.) to the ground
before performing any work on the hydraulic
system. Depressurise the hydraulics on the
tractor and implement side.
¾The hydraulic system is under high pressure.
Check all lines, hoses and screwed con-
nections regularly for leaks and any visible
external damage!
¾Use only appropriate means when searching
for leaks. Repair any damage immediately!
Oil sprays can cause injuries and 󰘰re!
¾Power sockets and connectors on the hydrau-
lic connections should be marked in order to
exclude operating errors.
¾In the case of injury, contact a doctor imme-
diately!
¾Secure and lock the control unit on the tractor
if not in use!
¾Replace hydraulic hoses at the latest after six
years, see Maintenance overview.
Pressure accumulator
The hydraulic system is equipped with pressure
accumulators.
¾Do not open or work (welding, drilling) on
pressure accumulators. Even when empty,
the tanks are still preloaded by gas pressure.
The hydraulics must be depressurized before
maintenance!
Brake system
Depending on the equipment, the machines can
be equipped with a pneumatically or hydrauli-
cally operated brake system.
For road travel the brake system must always
be connected and fully functional.
¾After coupling the machine and before trans-
portation you should always check the func-
tion and condition of the brake system.
¾Check the setting on the brake pressure
regulator.
¾Always secure the machine against rolling
away and apply the parking brake before
unhitching.
Adjustments and repair work on the brake sys-
tem must only be carried out in a professional
workshop or by an operator, who has been
specially trained by HORSCH for this purpose.
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Overhead lines
When unfolding or folding the wings, the ma-
chine may reach the height of overhead lines.
Possible voltage 󰘱ashover to the machine may
cause fatal electric shock or 󰘰re.
¾Keep a safe distance to electric high voltage
power lines when unfolding or folding the
machine.
¾Do not unfold or fold the wings in the vicinity
of pylons and power lines.
¾With the wings unfolded keep a su󰘲cient
distance to electric high voltage power lines.
¾Never leave or access the machine under
overhead lines to avoid possible risks of
electric shock or voltage 󰘱ashover.
What to do in case of voltage ashover
Voltage 󰘱ashover generates high electric volt-
ages on the outside of the machine. This results
in extreme voltage di󰘯erences at the ground
around the machine. Wide strides, laying on the
ground or supporting yourself with your hands
on the ground can cause life-threatening electric
currents (pace voltage).
¾Do not leave the cabin.
¾Do not touch any metal objects.
¾Do not create a conductive connection to
ground.
¾Warn persons: DO NOT come near the ma-
chine. Electric voltages at the ground can
cause severe electric shock.
¾Wait for professional rescuers. The overhead
power line needs to be switched o󰘯.
If persons need to leave the cabin despite the
voltage 󰘱ashover, e.g. in case of a potential life-
threatening risk of 󰘰re:
¾Jump away from the machine. Ensure a safe
stand when jumping. Do not touch the outside
of the machine.
¾Move away from the machine with short step-
ping strides.
PTO-shaft
Persons can be caught, pulled in and seriously
injured by the rotating PTO-shaft and driven
components.
Before switching on the PTO-shaft:
¾Assemble the protective features and estab-
lish their protective position.
¾Make sure that the chosen rotary speed and
the sense of rotation of the PTO-shaft cor-
responds with the permissible values for the
machine.
¾Make sure that no persons are inside the
danger zone around the PTO-shaft.
¾Shut down, if the angle of the PTO-shaft is too
large. The machine could become damaged.
Parts may be thrown o󰘯 and injure persons.
¾Switch o󰘯 the PTO-shaft if it is no longer
needed.
Propshaft
Persons can be caught, pulled in and seriously
injured by the rotating propshaft.
¾Always make sure that the PTO-shaft guard
is in place and fully functional.
¾Make sure that no persons are inside the
danger zone around the propshaft.
¾Ensure su󰘲cient overlapping of pro󰘰le tube
and PTO-shaft guard.
¾Allow PTO-shaft locks to click into place.
¾Secure the PTO-shaft guard with chains
against rotating.
¾Follow the operating instructions for the
propshaft.
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Technical limiting values
If the technical limiting values of the machine
are not complied with, the machine may sustain
damage. This can lead to accidents with severe
or even fatal physical injuries.
The following technical limiting values are of
particular importance for safety:
• permissible total weight
• maximum axle loads
• maximum drawbar load
• top speed
See chapter Technical data, type plate and type
approval.
¾Also pay attention to the max. permitted loads
for the tractor.
Use in the eld
DANGER
No passengers are allowed to ride on the
machine!
¾Check the area immediately around the ma-
chine (for children!) before driving o󰘯 and
commissioning the machine. Ensure su󰘲cient
visibility.
¾Check the condition of the cultivation tools
and their mounting before use.
¾Ensure su󰘲cient stability of the machine in
case of longitudinal or transverse inclination
when working in uneven terrain. Pay attention
to the limiting values for the tractor.
¾Do not remove any of the mandatory and
supplied protective devices.
¾Stay clear of the operating range of hydrauli-
cally operated parts.
¾Use climbing means and steps only at stand-
still.
¾Do not drive backwards with the machine
lowered. The components have only been
designed for forward travel in the 󰘰eld and
may be damaged when reversing.
Changing equipment / wear items
¾Only pulling tools may be attached that meet
the technical requirements according to these
operating instructions.
HORSCH does not assume any liability for
damages resulting from the attachment of
non-󰘰tting pulling tools as well as incorrect
mounting.
¾For machines with valid type approval only
pulling tools may be attached that are covered
by the type approval. Attaching pulling tools
not covered by the type approval will void the
registration.
¾Secure the machine against unintended roll-
ing away!
¾Secure raised frame parts you have to work
under with suitable supports!
¾Caution! Danger of injury caused by projecting
parts (e.g. coulters)!
¾Assume ergonomic working postures with any
assembly work.
¾Do not use packer tyres or other rotating parts
to climb on the machine. These could rotate
and you could be seriously injured by falling
down.
Fertiliser and dressed
seed
Inappropriate handling of fertiliser and dressed
seed can cause poisoning and death.
¾Follow the information given in the safety data
sheet of the manufacturer. If necessary, ask
the dealer for the safety data sheet or safety
notes.
¾Determine and provide the personal protective
out󰘰t as speci󰘰ed by the manufacturer.
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Environmental protection
Operating materials such as hydraulic oil, lubri-
cants, etc. can damage the environment and the
health of persons.
¾Do not allow operating materials to drain out
into the environment.
¾Take up drained operating materials with
absorbent material or sand, 󰘰ll it into a leak
tight tank and dispose of in accordance with
statutory regulations.
Retrots
Structural changes not approved by HORSCH
may a󰘯ect the functionality and operational
safety of the machine and will void any warranty
claim.
HORSCH is not liable for damages to life and
limb as well as property damages resulting from
unapproved retro󰘰tting and conversions.
¾Do not perform any structural changes to the
pulling tool of the machine.
¾Do not make any structural changes or ex-
tensions to the machine that have not been
approved by HORSCH.
¾Modi󰘰cations and extensions approved by
HORSCH are only to be performed at an au-
thorized workshop or by an operator who has
been trained by HORSCH for this purpose.
¾Comply with country-speci󰘰c instructions for
weights, weight distribution and dimensions.
For equipment in󰘱uencing the weight or weight
distribution the regulations concerning towing
facility, support and axle load must be checked
and complied with.
For machines without brakes a brake system
may need to be retro󰘰tted if the permissible
weight limits are exceeded.
In case of changes concerning data mentioned
on the type plate, a new type plate with updated
data must be attached.
In case of changes which concern the data in
the type approval, this type approval needs to
be renewed.
Care and maintenance
Inappropriate care and maintenance put the
operational safety of the machine at risk. This
can lead to accidents with severe or even fatal
physical injuries.
¾Conform to prescribed schedules for repetitive
tests or inspections.
¾Service the machine according to the
maintenance plan, see chapter Care and
maintenance.
¾Only perform the work described in these
operating instructions.
¾Before starting maintenance and service work
park the machine on level and 󰘰rm ground and
secure it against rolling away.
¾Depressurise the hydraulic system and lower
or support the implement.
¾Prior to working on the electrical system,
disconnect it from the electric current supply.
¾When performing welding work on the ma-
chine, disconnect the cables from computers
and other electronic components. The ground
connection must be as close as possible to
the welding point.
¾Before cleaning the machine with high pres-
sure cleaner cover all openings, which should
stay clear of water, steam or cleaning agents
for reasons of safety or operation. Do not aim
the water jet directly at electrical or electronic
components, bearings or the fan.
¾When cleaning with high pressure cleaning
equipment or steam jets keep a distance of
at least 50 cm to machine components.
¾Hopper, metering units, hoses and coulters
are contaminated with fertilisers and dressed
seed. Wear suitable protective out󰘰t when
cleaning. Avoid contact and do not breath
the exhaust air.
¾After cleaning, check all hydraulic lines for
leaks and loose connections.
¾Check for cha󰘰ng and signs of damage. Rem-
edy any faults immediately!
¾Screw connections loosened for the purpose
of care and maintenance work must be
retighten after work is completed.
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¾Do not clean new machines with a steam jet
or high pressure cleaner. The paint takes
approx. 3 months to cure and could thus be
damaged if this time has not yet expired.
¾All other maintenance and repair tasks,
which are not described in the operating
instructions, must only be carried out by
an authorized professional workshop or
by an operator who has been trained by
HORSCH for this purpose.
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Danger zone
The area marked red indicates the danger zone
of the machine:
The danger zone around the machine poses the
following endangerments:
• Accidental operation of the hydraulic system
can trigger dangerous movements of the
machine.
• With the drive still running, machine parts may
rotate or swing out.
• Hydraulically raised machine parts can lower
slowly and unnoticed.
Failing to pay attention to the danger zone can
result in severe or even fatal physical injuries.
¾Do not stand under lifted loads. Lower such
loads to the ground 󰘰rst.
¾Instruct persons to leave the danger zone
around the machine and tractor before any
machine movements.
¾Before working in the danger zone of the ma-
chine or between machine and tractor: Shut
down the tractor!
This also applies for short-term inspection work.
Many accidents happen because of care-
lessness and running machines!
¾Pay attention to the information in all operat-
ing instructions.
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Safety stickers
Safety stickers on the machine warn of hazards
at dangerous points and are an important part
of the safety equipment of the machine. Miss-
ing safety stickers increase the risk of severe or
even fatal injuries.
¾Clean soiled safety stickers.
¾Damaged or illegible safety stickers must be
replaced immediately.
¾A󰘲x the speci󰘰ed safety stickers on spare
parts.
No passengers are allowed to
ride on the machine!
00380054
Before commissioning the
machine, you need to read
and follow the operating in-
structions!
00380055
Caution for 󰘱uids spraying out
under high pressure, follow the
notes in the operating instruc-
tions!
00380133
Never reach into areas where
there is a risk of crushing as
long as parts could still be
moving!
00380134
Stay clear of the operating
range of foldable machine
parts!
00380135
Never reach with your hands
in the rotating auger.
00380163
Shut the engine down and
pull o󰘯 the key before starting
maintenance and repair work.
00380294
Do not climb on rotatable parts.
Use mounting steps provided
for this purpose.
00380299
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