LELY LOTUS 1325 User manual

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Lely Industries N.V.
1325
LELY LOTUS
Operator’s manual
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
LELY LOTUS
1325
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English
LOTUS®is a registered trademark. The right of exclusive use belongs to the companies of the LELY Group.
©2008. All rights reserved. Nothing from this publication may be reproduced and/or published by printing, photo-
copying, microfilm or any other way without the prior written permission of LELY INDUSTRIES N.V.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS .......................................................................................................page
PREFACE .........................................................................................................................5
WARRANTY CONDITIONS .............................................................................................5
TYPE AND SERIAL NUMBER OF YOUR MACHINE ........................................................5
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS..................................................................................................6
EXPLANATION OF SAFETY DECALS ON THE MACHINE ...............................................7
1 INTRODUCTION..............................................................................................................8
2 LINKAGE TO THE TRACTOR...........................................................................................8
3 TRANSPORT....................................................................................................................9
4 MACHINE ADJUSTMENTS.............................................................................................10
4.1 Tine adjustment..................................................................................................11
4.2 Rotor angle and working height.......................................................................11
5 OPERATING THE LOTUS®.............................................................................................12
5.1 General instructions ...........................................................................................12
5.2 Forward speed and PTO speed ..........................................................................12
5.3 Recommended procedure..................................................................................13
6 DISMOUNTING FROM THE TRACTOR ..........................................................................13
7 MAINTENANCE .............................................................................................................14
7.1 Maintenance after operation ............................................................................14
7.2 Lubrication..........................................................................................................14
7.3 Periodic maintenance.........................................................................................15
7.4 Changing of oil/grease in gearboxes ................................................................17
Supplements:
A OPTIONAL EXTRAS .......................................................................................................18
B ADJUSTING THE SUPPORT FRAME...............................................................................18
C HYDRAULIC DIAGRAM .................................................................................................19
D TECHNICAL DETAILS .....................................................................................................20

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PREFACE
This Operator’s Manual is meant for personnel who operate the ma-
chine and are responsible for its daily maintenance.
Kindly read this entire manual prior to starting work.
Instructions relating to your safety and/or that of others are
marked in the margin by a warning triangle containing an ex-
clamation mark. Always observe these instructions with par-
ticular care and attention.
Instructions which may lead to serious material damage in
case of non-compliance or incorrect use are indicated in the
margin with an exclamation mark.
The machine described in this manual may contain components
which do not form part of the standard equipment but are available
as optional extras.
This is not indicated in all cases since standard specifications may dif-
fer from country to country.
Furthermore, machines and optional extras may be adapted to spe-
cific regional conditions and are also subject to permanent research
and innovation.
For this reason, the specifications of your machine may not be con-
sistent with the pictures in this manual.
WARRANTY CONDITIONS
For those parts which fail under normal operating conditions, the
factory will make replacement parts available, free of charge, for a
period of 12 (twelve) months from the date of purchase.
The warranty shall not apply if the instructions mentioned in this
manual have not been followed, or if they have not been followed
completely or correctly.
Nor will the warranty apply if you or third parties modify the ma-
chine without our foreknowledge and/or authorisation.
TYPE AND SERIAL NUMBER OF YOUR MA-
CHINE
The type/serial number plate is fitted to the intermediate frame (rear
right).
Please specify the type and serial number of your machine in any cor-
respondence and when ordering spare parts.
Complete the box below with these numbers.
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Type number
Serial number

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- Use the machine only for the purpose for which it was designed.
- Follow all prevailing safety regulations, including those laid down
in this manual and indicated on the machine.
- Operate this machine in a safe manner.
- The machine should be operated by authorised persons only.
- Be alert and observe all safety precautions.
- Ensure that all safety guards and protection devices are in place.
- Keep out of reach of moving parts.
- Stop the engine, PTO and moving parts before adjusting, cleaning
or lubricating the machine.
- Take care that no-one is within the dangerous zone while the ma-
chine is in operation and ensure that people are kept well away
from the machine. This is especially important when working
along roads and near or on fields that are accessible to the public.
- Always use a tractor with a cab.
- Clear the field of any objects that could be thrown up by the ma-
chine.
- Observe prevailing legislation for public road transport.
- Use flashing lights or other safety signs, when required.
- Do not stand on the machine.
- Use genuine LELY parts only.
- Remove the pressure from hydraulic systems before starting work
on them and/or before coupling/uncoupling hydraulic hoses.
- Use protective clothing, gloves and/or safety glasses if required.
- Clean the safety decals regularly so that they can be read at all
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EXPLANATION OF SAFETY DECALS ON THE
MACHINE
-Read the operator’s manual carefully before operating the ma-
chine. Observe instructions and safety rules during operation.
-Danger! Moving parts.
Stay clear of rotating machine parts.
-Danger: flying objects!
Maintain a sufficient, safe distance from the machine while the
tractor engine is running.
-Danger: rotor segments can fold down!
Keep away from the folding area of the machine.
- Never allow the machine to operate at a PTO speed greater
than 540 r.p.m.
-Danger: moving parts!
Read the operating instructions of the PTO shaft.
Never use a PTO shaft without any protection.

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1 INTRODUCTION
The LELY LOTUS 1325 is a pull-type tedder that is used for tedding
mown grass and spreading out windrows.
High capacity is attainable thanks to the large working width of
13.25 m and high driving speed (up to 15 km/h) at which the ma-
chine can be operated.
The LOTUS tedder is equipped with 3 groups of 4 rotors (fig. 1). Each
rotor is fitted with tine arms featuring double spring steel tines.
The special tine shape ensures that the crop is picked up and spread
out with a minimum loss of material.
Since the rotors can pivot in relation to one another, the LOTUS ted-
der can follow field undulations with ease.
Ground contours are followed without any problem because the
wheels are positioned closely behind the tines.
Hydraulic controls ensure that the machine can be adjusted to the
transport position quickly and simply. The machine can be transport-
ed behind the tractor with ease since its transport width is only 3.0
m.
2 LINKAGE TO THE TRACTOR
Link the machine to the tractor as follows:
- Fit the drawbar to the machine in such a position that the horizon-
tal distance between the pivot point up until the drive shaft is
more or less the same as the distance from the receiving brackets
of the tractor to the PTO (fig. 2).
- Adjust the tractor’s three-point-hitch arms at an equal height.
- Fit the lower arms to the linkage pins (cat. II) of the drawbar.
- Lift the drawbar slightly so that the parking jack is just clear of the
ground. Maintain this height adjustment of the tractor lift during
operation and transport.
- Place the parking jack in the raised position.
- Secure the tractor’s lower arms with stabilisation chains or rods to
eliminate any sideways movements.
- Place the wheel wedges in the supports fitted on the tilting frame
of the rear tedder.
- Check if the PTO shaft telescopes smoothly.
- Fit the PTO shaft to the tractor PTO.
During first assembly or when using another tractor, check
the minimum and maximum overlap of the PTO shaft halves*.
- Fit the safety chain of the protection tube to a rigid part of
the tractor.
- Fold down the support of the PTO shaft.
*. Consult the instructions supplied with the PTO shaft
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- Connect the hydraulic hose (A, fig. 3) to a single-acting hydraulic
tractor valve with a floating position.
Permitted maximum oil pressure: 21.0 MPa (210 bar).
- Connect the hydraulic hoses (B + C, fig. 3) to a double-acting hy-
draulic tractor valve.
B = pressure line, C = return line.
Permitted maximum oil pressure: 21.0 MPa (210 bar).
- Adjust the support (fig. 4) in such a way that the handles can be
operated from the tractor cabin.
- Insert the plug of the lighting cable into the tractor socket
and check if the lighting is operating correctly.
3 TRANSPORT
After the machine has been adjusted to the transport position, it can
be transported by the tractor. The transport width is approximately
3.0 m.
Put the machine into the transport position as follows:
• Pressurise the pressure line of the control block.
Switch the valve or change the insert nipples of the hydraulic
hoses if the hydraulic system does not function in case of any of
the following operations.
• Lift the rotor segments from the ground using the handle c
(fig. 5). The intermediate frame will hereby assume a vertical
position.
• Using handle e, fold up the outer rotor segments and the four
rear rotor segments.
• Using handle d, turn the arms of the lateral rotors forwards.
• Using handle c, lower the arms into the locking system.
• Depressurise the pressure line of the control block.
The oil pump on certain types of tractors may be damaged if it
is subjected to a maximum load for a prolonged period.
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A
BC
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- Check whether all rotor segments have been locked (A, B, C,
fig. 6).
- Use all lighting and warning signals required by law (or
other regulations prescribed by the authorities).
- For transport on public roads, ensure that the front axle
weight is sufficient (fit front weights, if necessary) and
that the permitted maximum rear axle weight is not ex-
ceeded.
The machine is now ready for transport.
Never allow the PTO shaft to rotate when the machine is in
the transport position.
4 MACHINE ADJUSTMENTS
Ensure that no-one is near the machine when it is switched
from the transport position to the working position.
Put the machine into the working position as follows:
• Pressurise the pressure line of the control block.
Switch the valve or change the insert nipples of the hydraulic
hoses if the hydraulic system does not function in case of any of
the following operations.
• Using handle c(fig. 5), release the arms from the locking sys-
tem.
• Using handle d, turn the arms of the lateral rotors outwards.
• Using handle e, fold out the outer rotor segments and the four
rear rotor segments.
• Using handle c, lower all rotor segments to the ground. The in-
termediate frame will tilt forwards.
• Depressurise the pressure line of the control block.
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A
B
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4.1 Tine adjustment
- Adjust the tines to the outer position (A, fig. 7).
For headland tedding:
Adjust the tines of the rotor on the plot side to the inner position
(B).
4.2 Rotor angle and working height
The wheels have the following preferred setting:
- LOTUS 1325: highest/second-to-highest position.
A more level machine adjustment may be required when handling
light crops or in windy conditions.
- Lift the rotor segments clear from the ground using the tractor's
single-acting hydraulic valve.
- Switch off the tractor engine and take the necessary precautions
to ensure the machine does not suddenly lower before you start
adjusting the wheel supports.
Adjust the wheels to the desired position (fig. 8).
For headland tedding:
Adjust the rotor on the plot side 1 position lower than the remain-
ing rotors.
- Lower the rotor segments again.
The working angle of the rotors in relation to the ground must be
such that the tines sweep the ground gently ensuring adequate crop
pick-up.
Deep adjustment causes an excessive load, which increases
wear and tear as well as the risk of tine breakage. The crop
will also become contaminated more easily.
The stop bushing on the central hydraulic ram (fig. 9) limits the for-
ward tilting movement of the machine.
- Pressurise the double-acting valve.
- Lift the rotor segments from the ground using the handle c. The
intermediate frame will hereby assume a vertical position.
- Turn the stop bushing towards the yoke for a steeper adjustment,
and away from the yoke for a more level adjustment.
- Using handle c, lower all rotor segments to the ground. The in-
termediate frame will tilt forwards.
- Check the angle of the rotor segments and repeat the aforemen-
tioned steps if required.
The central hydraulic ram can be attached to the intermediate frame
in two positions.
• Use the top hole A (fig. 9) for a maximum tedding angle of up
to roughly 15°. This is usually the appropriate position.
• Use the lower hole B for a maximum tedding angle of up to
roughly 18°. In some situations, this position can produce better
tedding results.
Major adjustments to the tedding angle can influence the support
provided by the support frame. Please consult supplement B to ad-
just this.
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AB
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5 OPERATING THE LOTUS®
• Ensure that no-one is near the machine the moment the
PTO is engaged.
• Do not allow anyone to come within a 25 m radius of the
machine during operation.
• Stop the tractor engine before leaving the tractor cab.
• The safety guards are essential protective components of
the machine. For this reason, only operate the tedder if it
these components are duly fitted.
- When using the machine for the first time, carry out the inspection
and maintenance points specified in § 7.3 “Periodic maintenance”
before commencing work.
5.1 General instructions
- Engage the PTO at the lowest possible engine and drive off.
Never drive through the crop with a machine when the rotors are
not moving. This may damage the tines and tine arms.
During the early stage of the process in particular, fast and airy ted-
ding twice a day at a low r.p.m. rate is better than intensive tedding
at a high rotor speed.
The machine can continue operating when taking bends in the field.
- When turning on headlands, lift the rotor segments using the sin-
gle-acting hydraulic valve.
Keep the machine running at a reduced r.p.m. until the rotor seg-
ments are lowered again.
The single-acting hydraulic valve must be in the floating position
during work.
The oblique position of the machine does not change when the sin-
gle-acting valve is operated.
If the crop is not picked up effectively, verify whether the machine
has tilted forward up until the stop bushing on the central hydraulic
cylinder (handle c). If necessary, adjust the angle of the rotor seg-
ments again; see § 4.4.
5.2 Forward speed and PTO speed
Both crop pick-up and spreading depend on the forward speed and
rotor speed.
- Select the highest possible forward speed (up to a maximum of 15
km/h).
- Operate at the lowest possible PTO output (400-450 r.p.m.) so that
the crop is picked up effectively.
- Reduce your PTO output when windrows develop during the ted-
ding operation.
- Adjust the forward speed and PTO speed to field and crop condi-
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5.3 Recommended procedure
- Work the central part of the field by driving up and down. Leave
a strip equal to 1 working width free on all sides of the field (c,
fig. 10).
In windy conditions, drive up and down into the direction of the
wind.
- Adjust the rotor that hugs the plot side 1 or 2 positions lower and
adjust the tines of this rotor inwards.
- Finish the plot by driving round and round (d).
6 DISMOUNTING FROM THE TRACTOR
The machine can be dismounted from the tractor both in the work-
ing and in the transport position.
Always place the machine on hard, even ground.
- Place the wedges against the transport wheels in order to prevent
the machine from rolling away accidentally.
- Place the parking jack in the bottom position.
- Lower the tractor hydraulics until the parking jack rests on the
ground.
- Switch off the tractor engine.
- Disengage the PTO shaft from the tractor PTO.
- Place the PTO shaft on the support (fig. 11).
- Depressurize the hydraulic system and disconnect the hydraulic
hoses.
- Insert the insert nipples of the hoses into the supports (fig. 12).
- Remove the plug for the lighting from the tractor socket.
- Disconnect the lower arms from the machine.
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wind direction
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7 MAINTENANCE
• Correct machine servicing is vital for ensuring reliable
and safe operation.
7.1 Maintenance after operation
- Clean the machine thoroughly.
- Check the tines and tine arms for tightness or any damage.
- Grease the machine with an anti-corrosion agent.
Pay special attention to the tines. Smooth tines without any rust
stimulate an unhampered crop flow.
- Grease the piston rods with an anti-corrosion agent if the machine
will not be used for a long period.
Remove the agent before using the machine again. If this is not
done, the seals of the rams may be damaged when the anti-corro-
sion agent hardens.
7.2 Lubrication
All lubrication points of the machine can be greased with a biode-
gradable grease (Total Biomultis SEP2), unless stated otherwise.
- Apply grease to all nipples on the machine (fig. 13).
When greasing the gearboxes, keep turning the rotors bit by bit
to ensure the grease is distributed effectively all over the gears.
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40 h
40 h
40 h
40 h
40 h
8 h
8 h
8 h
8 h 8 h
8 h
8 h
8 h
A
B
CDE
A
AAA(4x)
BB
B(4x)
C
C(2x)
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7.3 Periodic maintenance
Periodic maintenance must be carried out:
• at the start of the haymaking season;
• before prolonged storage of the machine;
• when the machine is used extensively during the season.
- Grease all points of the machine listed in § 7.2 “Lubrication”.
- Grease the spring-loaded locking pins of the yoke lock of the PTO
shaft.
- Check if the PTO shafts telescope smoothly.
A damaged PTO shaft may cause excessive wear and tear to the
machine and tractor.
- Check the machine for any damage and flaws.
- Check the gearbox for any oil leaks.
(Changing of grease: see § 7.4.)
- Check the tyre pressure (fig. 14).
- Check all bolts and nuts for tightness.
Tighten loose bolts/nuts to the torques specified below.
M6 M8 M10 M12 M14 M16 M20 M24
Nm 10 25 50 85 135 215 410 710
kgm 1.0 2.5 5.0 8.5 13.5 21.5 41.0 71.0
14
D 270 kPa (2.7 bar)
C: 275 kPa (2.75 bar)
B: 200 kPa (2.0 bar)
A: 150 kPa (1.5 bar)
AAA A
BBB CC
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- Check whether all safety decals are on the machine and not dam-
aged (fig. 15).
A (P/N 9.1170.0408.0) -2x
B1 (P/N 9.1170.0407.6) -4x-
B2 (P/N 9.1170.0411.3) -2x-
C (P/N 9.1170.0410.2) -3x-
D (P/N 9.1170.0420.5) -3x-
E (P/N 9.1170.0125.4) -3x-
F (P/N 16.61.175) -3x-
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B
F
B
C
A
E
A
B2 B2
C
DCD
D
F
A
B1
C
D
E
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7.4 Changing of oil/grease in gearboxes
- Change the oil in the gearbox (fig. 16) of a new machine (or after
assembly of a new gearbox) for the first time after approximately
30 working hours and every 250 working hours thereafter.
(Contents 1.5 l transmission oil; GX85W150
Change the grease in the gearbox (fig. 17) every 500 working hours.
Remove the cover at the rear to do so.
(Contents 0.25 kg; Shell Alvania WR-0).
When mounting the cover, lubricate the edge of the gearbox and
the bolt holes with a fluid gasket (Loctite 574).
16
GX85W140
1.5 l
17
Shell Alvania WR-0
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A OPTIONAL EXTRAS
Spare wheel with support
To enable a flat tyre to be mended quickly in the field, the LOTUS
tedder can be fitted with a support for a spare wheel.
B ADJUSTING THE SUPPORT FRAME
If major adjustments are made to the tedding angle, the support
points of the support frames of both lateral rotor segments of the
machine have to be adjusted to ensure optimal support.
- Adjust the receiving plates on both sides of the machine so that
they rest on the pivot pins properly. They lateral rotors will only
be optimally supported if this is done (fig. B-1).
The receiving plates can be adjusted after the 6 bolts have been
loosened slightly. Tighten the bolts again properly after the ad-
justment.
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Supplements A & B