Kverneland Miniair Nova User manual

Miniair Nova
Operating manual
Edition 9/2011
Print 11.2011
Language EN [Original]
From machine number ACPNPxx1940
Explanation Foldable
Product number AC758881

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Miniair Nova
Kverneland Group Soest GmbH
Coesterweg 42
D-59 494 Soest
Tel: [phone] / 974-0

Table of Contents
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Table of Con tents
Preliminary information..................................5
Target group for this operating manual 5
Meaning of the symbols 5
Safety................................................................6
For your safety 6
Safety stickers 6
Who is allowed to operate the machine? 11
Coupling 11
Centre of gravity 12
Road transport 14
Putting the machine into operation 14
Uncoupling the machine 16
Care and maintenance 16
Further regulations 17
Getting to know the machine .......................18
Range of application of the machine 18
Proper use 18
Definitions 18
Characteristics of the machine 19
Component designations 20
Technical specifications 25
Delivery and assembly..................................28
Check scope of supply 28
Coupling the machinery................................29
Coupling the machine 29
Connections 29
Preparing for operation.................................33
General 33
Frame 34
Track marker [+] 36
Adjust sowing units 42
Setting of the grain distance 46
Adjusting the seed coverer 51
Adjusting the intermediate press wheel [+] 53
Adjusting the clod deflector [+] 54
Adjusting double seed rows 54
Emptying the seed hopper 58
Filling seed 59
Adjusting the negative pressure and overpres-
sure 60
Settings at the seeding heart 63
Lifting device [+] 64
Checks 65
Granule distributor [+] 66
Driving on the road .......................................72
Safety 72
Prior to travel on public roads 72
Transport position of seed rows 74
Folding in the track markers [+] 74
Granule distributor [+] 76
Fold in frame 77
Lengthways transport attachment 79
Checking the machine 81
Road transport 82
Preparations in the field ...............................83
Lengthways transport attachment 83
Frame and track markers 85
Granule distributor [+] 86
Seed rows 86
Inspection tasks 86
Filling the seed hopper 87
Filling the granule distributor 87
Test drive 88
Operation .......................................................90
Before sowing 91
Sowing 91
Turning 91
Mechanical hectaremeter[+] 92
Checks during sowing 94
Cleaning and care .........................................95
Cleaning 95
Care 96
Parking and storage......................................97
Parking and securing the machine 97
Storing the machinery 98
Maintenance...................................................99
For your safety 99
General information 100
Maintenance General 106
Boom 107
Frame 107
Hydraulics 107
Seed row 108
Dust filter on the fan 110
Wheels 111
Drive 112
Track marker 113
Granule distributor [+] 115

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Accessories .................................................120
Hydraulic changeover of track markers 120
Lengthways transport attachment 120
Press wheels 121
Intermediate press wheels 122
Coverer 123
Clod deflector 124
Crumbler 124
Band sowing coulter 124
Other accessories 125
Eliminating malfunctions............................127
Frame, rigid 127
Frame,
6.00 metres PH 128
Frame
9.00 m and 12.00 m, oscillating 129
Hydraulic lengthways transport
attachment 130
Seeding technology 130
Disposal........................................................131
EU Conformity Declaration.........................132
As per EC Directive
2006/42/EC 132
Index.............................................................133

Preliminary information
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Preliminar y information
Target group for
this operating ma-
nual
This operating manual is directed at trained farmers and individuals
who are otherwise qualified to perform agricultural activities and who
have received training in the operation of this machinery.
For your safety
Study the contents of this operating manual carefully before assembly
or initial operation of the machine. In this way, performance and work
safety are optimised.
For the employer
All personnel are to be regularly trained in the use of the machine (at
least once ayear) in accordance with employers'liability insuranceas-
sociation guidelines. Untrained or unauthorised individuals are not
permitted to use the machinery.
Training
Your dealer will provide instruction on the operation and care of the
machine.
Meaning of the
symbols
We have used various symbols to make this manual clearand easy to
read. They are explained below:
•A dot accompanies each item in a list
> A triangle indicates operating functions which must be performed
→An arrow indicates a cross-reference to other sections of this ma-
nual
[+] A plus sign indicates an accessory that is not included in the stan-
dard version.
We have also used pictograms to help you find instructions more
quickly:
The warning triangle indicates important safety instructions. Failure to
observe these safety instructions can result in:
•Serious operational faults for the machinery;
•Damage to the machinery;
•Personal injury or accidents
This symbol indicates information, tips and instructions about operati-
on.
This symbol indicates tips for assembly or adjustment work.
This symbol indicates examples that help you to understand the in-
structions better

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Safety
Safety
For your safety
This chapter contains general safety instructions. Each chapter of the
operating manual contains additional specific safety instructions
which are not described here. Observe the safety instructions:
•in the interest of your own safety,
•in the interest of the safety of others,
•to ensure the safety of the machine
Numerous risks can result from handling agricultural machines in the
wrong way. Therefore, always work with special care and never under
pressure.
The employer should:
Inform personnel working with the machine of these safety instruc-
tions at regular intervals and according to statutory regulations.
Safety stickers
There are stickers on the machine that serve to ensure your safety.
The stickers must not be removed. If stickers become illegible or have
peeled off, new stickers can beorderedand attached in theappropria-
te places
Rigid frames
to 4.00 m
For machines with hydraulic
connections
AC 495465
AC 495463

Safety
7
to 6.00 m
9.00 and 12.00 m frame,
oscillating
For machines with hydraulic
connections
AC 495465AC 495463
For machines with hydraulic
connections
AC 495465
AC 495463

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Safety
Hydraulically foldable
frame – 6.00 metres
Hydraulically foldable
frame – 9.00 metres
For machines with hydraulic
connections
AC 495465
AC 495463
AC 495465
AC 495463

Safety
9
Meaning of safety
stickers
Read the operating manual carefully and follow the instructions
Initial operation of the machine must not take place before the opera-
ting manual has been read and understood. This particularly applies
to safety instructions.
Do not stand between the tractor and the machine
Standing between the tractor and the machine is especially prohibited
during coupling and uncoupling and when the motor is running. The
tractor must be additionally immobilised.
Riding on the machine is strictly prohibited
Do not transport people or objects on the machine. Riding on the ma-
chine is hazardous and strictly prohibited.
Proceed with great care in the event of leaking hydraulic fluid
Observe the corresponding safety instructions in the operating manu-
al.
Never remove the guards
Never open or remove the guards while the engine is running. Never
operate the machine without guards.
Stay clear of the slewing range
There is an acute risk of injury in the slewing range due to swivelling
or folding machine components.
Risk of crushing
Avoid the danger area. Gaps between components may become
smaller or disappear completely.
Retighten screws
After the first operating hours all screw must be checked and retighte-
ned, if needed. Vibrations might have loosened the screws.

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Safety
Caution, danger of explosion
The accumulator contains pressurised gas and oil. Disassembly and
repair work must only be carried out by qualified specialists.
Caution, risk of tipping
The machine or parts thereofmighttopple over. Attach the safety sup-
ports before you stand in the danger area. To uncouple, use the struts
provided and position on a firm surface.
Check the rotational speed of the PTO stub shaft
Connect the PTO shafttoa PTO stub shaft with the required rotational
speed. Always switch off the PTO stub shaft when working on the ma-
chine.
AC 495463
AC 495465