LEMKEN EuroDrill User manual

Instruction book
Seed drill
EuroDrill and EuroDrill-S
Safety is our concern!
Art.Nr. 175 1246
K-2/04.98
LEMKEN GmbH & Co. KG
Weseler Straße 5, D-46519 Alpen / Postfach 11 60, D-46515 Alpen
Telefon [phone], Telefax (0 28 02) 81-220
eMail: [email protected], Internet: http://www.lemken.com

DEFINED USE
•Read and adhere to these „General Health- and Safety precautions“
before putting the power harrow to work!
The seed drill EURODRILL has been designed purely for use in cul-
tivated agricultural soil!
Any use beyond the one stipulated above is no longer considered as
defined use. The manufacturer does not accept any responsibility for
damages resulting from this; the operator himself carries the full risk!
Under „defined use“ the manufacturer’s prescribed operation-, maintenance- and
repair conditions are to be adhered to!
•The seed drill EURODRILL may only be operated, maintained and repaired by such
persons who have been made acquainted with it and who have been advised about
the dangers!
•The applicable accident prevention advice as well as the generally accepted safety
technical, working, medical and road traffic rules should be adhered to!
•Any damages resulting from unauthorised changes to the machine rule out the re-
sponsibility of the manufacturer!
CONTENTS
DEFINED USE ................................................................................................................1
CONTENTS.....................................................................................................................1
1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS............................................................................................4
2 WARNING STICKERS .................................................................................................6
3 PREPARATION OF THE TRACTOR ...........................................................................7
3.1 Tyres .....................................................................................................................7
3.2 Lift rods.................................................................................................................7
3.3 Three-point linkage ..............................................................................................7
3.4 Check chains / sway blocks................................................................................7
3.5 Front Weights.......................................................................................................7
3.6 Hydraulic equipment............................................................................................7
3.7 On-board computer LH 1600...............................................................................7
4 ATTACHING AND DETACHING OF THE SEED DRILL .............................................8
4.1 General Instruction ..............................................................................................8
4.2 Attaching ..............................................................................................................8
4.3 Parking the implement.........................................................................................9
5 USE ..............................................................................................................................9
5.1 General Instructions ............................................................................................9
5.2 Filling the hopper............................................................................................... 11
5.3 Adjustment of the seed drill for each seed......................................................11
5.3.1 Agitator shaft ............................................................................................................11
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5.3.2 Slides.........................................................................................................................12
5.3.3 Bottom flaps .............................................................................................................12
5.3.4 Combi-Seed Wheel Vario-Plus................................................................................13
5.3.5 Switching on and off of the seed wheel halves.....................................................13
5.3.6 Adjustment of the seed rate....................................................................................14
5.4 Calibration test ...................................................................................................14
5.5 Calculation slide.................................................................................................16
5.6 Seeding control ..................................................................................................17
5.7 Emptying the hopper .........................................................................................17
6 COULTERS ................................................................................................................18
6.1 Standard coulters...............................................................................................18
6.1.1 Track scraper outer coulter..................................................................................... 18
6.1.2 Track scraper outer coulter SB............................................................................... 19
6.2 Disc coulters.......................................................................................................19
7 TRANSPORT LOCKING DEVICE OF THE COULTERS ...........................................20
8 COULTER PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT ....................................................................20
8.1 Individual pressure adjustment ........................................................................20
8.2 Central coulter pressure adjustment................................................................20
8.3 Hydraulic pressure adjustment.........................................................................20
9 HARROWS.................................................................................................................21
9.1 General................................................................................................................21
9.2 Split harrows ......................................................................................................21
9.3 S-Harrows ...........................................................................................................21
9.4 Harrow extension ...............................................................................................21
9.5 Adjustment instructions ....................................................................................22
10 TRACK MARKERS ..................................................................................................22
10.1 Changing the track markers............................................................................22
11 HYDRAULIC TRACK MARKER OPERATION IN CONNECTION WITH PRE-
GERMINATION MARKER.............................................................................................23
12 TRAMLINE MECHANISM ........................................................................................23
13 TRAMLINING RHYTHM ...........................................................................................24
13.1 Uneven rhythm .................................................................................................24
13.2 Even rhythm......................................................................................................24
14 ADJUSTMENT OF THE TRAMLINE WIDTH ...........................................................25
15 CONVERSION OF THE TRAMLINE TO AN OTHER TRACK WIDTH ....................26
16 FITTING A THIRD ROW...........................................................................................27
17 HYDRAULIC PRE-GERMINATION MARKER .........................................................27
18 PLATFORM..............................................................................................................27
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19 DISCHARGE WEDGES ...........................................................................................27
20 REMOTE CONTROL FOR THE ADJUSTMENT OF THE SEED QUANTITY .........28
21 DOUBLE SIDED DRIVE...........................................................................................28
22 RAPE SEPARATION PLATE ..................................................................................29
23 WHEEL SCRAPERS................................................................................................29
24 LOWER LINKS ........................................................................................................29
24.1.1 Drawbar Cat. I .........................................................................................................29
24.1.2 Drawbar Cat. II ........................................................................................................29
25 HOPPER LEVEL INDICATOR .................................................................................29
26 TRACK SCRAPERS ................................................................................................30
27 DEPTH WHEELS FOR STANDARD COULTERS ...................................................30
28 SENSORS ................................................................................................................31
29 LIGHTING EQUIPMENT, TRANSPORT ON PUBLIC ROADS ...............................32
30 MAINTENANCE .......................................................................................................32
30.1 Gear box ...........................................................................................................32
30.2 Drive chains......................................................................................................33
30.3 Coulters ............................................................................................................33
30.4 Track markers...................................................................................................33
30.5 Synthetic parts .................................................................................................33
30.6 Land wheels .....................................................................................................33
30.7 Coulter depth wheels.......................................................................................33
30.8 Hydraulic hoses ...............................................................................................33
30.9 On-board computer LH 1600...........................................................................33
31 NOISE, AIRBORNE SOUND ...................................................................................33
32 NOTES .....................................................................................................................34
33 TECHNICAL DATA .................................................................................................. 34
34 SPARE PARTS FOR THE ON-BOARD COMPUTER LH 1600...............................34
EC CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY..........................................................................35
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1 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
•Before use, always check both the machine and the tractor for road-
worthiness and operational safety.
•As well as the notes in these instructions the operator is advised to
comply with the generally applicable safety at work regulations and
those relating to use on the public highway.
•Do not wear loose clothing.
•Before starting work, familiarise yourself with all equipment and working parts as well
as their functions. It is too late for this when you are working.
•Keep the machine clean.
•Couple the implement as instructed using the stipulated fixings, only!
•Special care is required when coupling and uncoupling implements to or from the
tractor.
•Release cables for quick-action three point linkage couplings must hang loosely and
must not release themselves at the lowest point.
•Before starting the engine and engaging the PTO check the area around the machine
(e.g. children).
•Riding on the implement both during work and during transport is not allowed.
•Never leave the driver's seat whilst the tractor is in motion.
•Driving conditions, steering and braking are affected by mounted or towed imple-
ments and ballast weighs. Therefore, ensure sufficient front end weight for steering
and braking!
•When cornering, take into account the wide overhang and/or the centrifugal effect of
the implement.
•Only engage the implement if all the protective fixtures are attached and are in the
working position!
•Do not stand in the working area!
•Do not stand in the turning and swinging area of the implement.
•Hydraulic devices must only be operated if nobody is standing in the swinging area!
•Before leaving the tractor, lower the implement onto the ground, switch off the engine
and remove the ignition key!
•Nobody must stand between the tractor and implement unless the tractor is secured
to prevent it rolling away by the parking brake and/or by wheel chocks.
•Lock the wheel track eradicators in the transport position!
Mounted implements
•Before coupling and uncoupling implements on/from the three-point linkage, move
the raise / lower control to the position at which unintentional raising or lowering can-
not take place!
•In the case of three-point linkage, ensure that the tractor linkage balls and implement
pins are of the same category.
•There is risk of injury from pinch and shear points in the three-point linkage area!
•When operating the external lift controls for the three-point linkage, do not stand be-
tween the tractor and implement.
•Always ensure sufficient lateral limitation, for the three-point linkage of the tractor, in
the implement transport position.
•When driving on roads with the implement raised, the raise/lower control must be
locked to prevent lowering.
Hydraulic equipment
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•The hydraulic pipes are under pressure.
•When connecting hydraulic services, the pipes must be connected as directed.
•When connecting hydraulic pipes to the tractor ensure that incorrect use is avoided. If
the connections are reversed, the opposite function is carried out (e.g. rais-
ing/lowering) and there is a risk of accidents!
•Regularly check the hydraulic pipes and replace them in the event of damage or
signs of ageing. The replacement pipes must comply with the technical specification
as laid down by Lemken.
•Hydraulic oil escaping at high pressure can penetrate the skin and cause serious
injury!
•Before working on any hydraulic equipment - lower all implements/attachments, re-
lease hydraulic pressure where possible and switch off the tractor engine.
Maintenance
•Whenever possible, only carry out work on the implement when it is lowered onto the
ground with the PTO drive disengaged, and the tractor engine at rest with the ignition
key removed.
•Always ensure safety when working on a raised machine by the use of suitable, se-
cure supports.
•Regularly check all nuts and bolts, and tighten these if necessary.
•Dispose of oil and grease properly.
•In the event of welding being required on the implement ensure that, if a tractor is
attached, its battery/alternator is disconnected.
•Only use genuine or approved replacement parts when repairing the implement. The
warranty could be declared null and void if this is not done.
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2 WARNING STICKERS
WARNING: LOCK HYDRAULIC DEVICE BEFORE GOING IN
HAZARDOUS AREA!
WARNING: DO NOT RIDE WITH ON THE PLATFORM OF THE
IMPLEMENT!
WARNING: DANGER - STAY CLEAR OF ROTATING
MACHINE PARTS!
WARNING: PINCH POINT!
WARNING: DO NOT RIDE ON PLATFORM OR
LADDER!
ATTENTION: SUSPEND IMPLEMENT HERE!
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3 PREPARATION OF THE TRACTOR
3.1 Tyres
Ensure that rear tyre pressures are equal and correct! (Refer to the tractor handbook).
3.2 Lift rods
Adjust the lift rods of the three point linkage to an equal length by means of the adjust-
ment provided!
3.3 Three-point linkage
The tractor as well as the soil cultivation implement must be equipped with a Cat. II
three point linkage.
3.4 Check chains / sway blocks
Check chains or sway blocks must be ad-
justed so that the lower links are sufficiently
free to move sideways during work.
3.5 Front Weights
Fit manufacturer’s standard front weight kit or
equivalent. Extra front ballast may be required
following a check on stability with the imple-
ment raised or whilst working with maximum
weight transference. If at least 20 % of the
tractor weight is on the tractor front axle, with
a raised implement, safe steering of the trac-
tor is ensured when driving carefully.
3.6 Hydraulic equipment
The following spool valves must be available at the tractor for the mounted seed drill
EURODRILL:
Required spool valves
single acting double acting
Hydraulic track markers 1 ---
Hydraulic coulter lifting device 1 ---
Hydraulic coulter pressure device 1 ---
Hydraulic track marker with hydraulic "pre-
germination marker"
1 ---
Hydraulic rear linkage (of the Zirkon) 1 or 1
3.7 On-board computer LH 1600
For the on-board computer LH 1600 a socket (SD) according to DIN 9680 must be
available. If the tractor has no suitable socket, it can be ordered as a kit, part No. 573
5012.
It is important that the socket is fitted correctly. If the socket is fitted incorrectly
damage will occur at the circuit board (P) in the junction box. The pole 15/30 must
be fitted to (+) of the battery and the pole 31 to (-) = earth connection.
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The correct polarity of the socket (SD) can be
checked without danger of damaging the circuit
board as follows:
1. Pull out plug from the junction box cable out
of the on-board computer.
2. Only then fit the power plug of the on-board
computer to the socket (SD) of the tractor.
If the display is still dark, a failure may exist of
the on-board computer. (Provided that the
socket of the tractor isn't defective).
Further information can be found in the instruc-
tion book of the on-board computer LH 1600.
4 ATTACHING AND DETACHING OF THE SEED DRILL
4.1 General Instruction
Before attaching as well as detaching the
tractor hydraulics must be set to position con-
trol. Attach and detach the implement on firm
and level ground, only.
4.2 Attaching
Attach the machine either directly to the three
point linkage of a tractor, a power harrow or a
rotary harrow.
If the seed drill is attached to the three point
linkage of a power harrow or a rotary harrow,
the soil cultivation implement must be at-
tached to the three point linkage of the tractor
before.
As standard the EuroDrill is equipped with the
drawbar Cat. II.
The top link pin can be used alternatively for
category I or II.
Adjust the top link (OL) so that the machine
stands nearly vertically during work.
•Ensure sufficient clearance
between tractor and im-
plement when lifting the
machine (danger of damages)!
•Read and adhere the safety instructions for mounting the imple-
ment!
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