Malone Tedd-Air Series User manual
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Table of Contents
1. EC DECLARATION OF CONFIRMITY················································ 3
2. GENERAL INFORMATION······························································· 4
3. TECHNICAL DATA ········································································· 5
4. DESCRIPTION ··············································································· 6
5. SAFETY INFORMATION·································································· 6
6. SAFETY DECALS············································································ 7
7. OPERATING THE MACHINE···························································· 8
8. MAINTEANCE AND LUBRICATION ·················································11
9. MALONE LIMITED WARRENTY······················································13
10. SPARE PARTS SECTION ·································································15
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EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
We,
Malone Farm Machinery
Ballyglass,
Claremorris,
Co.Mayo
F12 AP11
Republic of Ireland
Declare under our sole responsibility that:
The product (type): Tedder....................................................................................................
Product code: Tedd-Air .........................................................................................................
Serial No:...............................................................................................................................
Date: ..............................................................
Manufactured by the above company
Conforms to EU Engineering Regulations and other relevant EU guidelines.
Signed....................................................................................................................................
(on behalf of Malone Farm Machinery)
...............................................................................................................................................
(Status)
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1. GENERAL INFORMATION
Thank you for purchasing a Malone product. You have purchased a strong, reliable and efficient rotary
tedder. To fully utilize the qualities of the tedder, please ensure you read this manual, and this ensures a
longer working life, greater safety and optimal performance.
BEFORE OPERATING THIS MACHINE READ CARFULLY THE
INSTRUCTIONS GIVEN IN THIS MANUAL
USING YOUR OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Read, understand and follow the instructions in this manual, doing so will promote safe, productive and
reliable service.
This manual was prepared to help you use, and maintain your new machine safely. Reading your
operator’s manual will help you and others avoid injury or damage to the machine. This machine can
cause serious property damage, personal injury or even death if it is misused. For your safety, as well as
the safety of others, you must follow the safety precautions in this operator’s manual.
This manual is an important part of your machine. It should remain with the machine if and when it is
sold. If it is damaged or lost, you may contact your dealer, or Malone Farm Machinery company to get a
replacement.
Before delivering this machine, your dealer performed a pre-delivery inspection to ensure best
performance.
If you have any queries, please contact Malone Farm Machinery who will be able to give you the correct
assistance and advice.
Contact: Malone Farm Machinery LTD
Ballyglass,
Claremorris,
Co. Mayo
F12 AP11
Ireland
Tel: +353 (0) 94 93 60 500
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.malonefm.com
The contents of this manual can be modified only by the manufacturer and without
notice to the Client. Malone Farm Machinery shall not be liable for errors or faults in
this manual.
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2. TECHNICAL DATA
Type Tedd-Air 570
Number of rotors 4
Diameter of rotors 1.60 m
Number of tines 7
Type of tines Double Hook Tines
Working width 5.74 m
Width of the machine 5.74 m
Transport width 2.78 m
Height (transport mode) 2.60 m
Length 2.30 m
Working speed up to 15 km/h
Transport speed (max) 30 km/h
Weight 830 kg
Necessary tractor power 80 HP / 60 KW
PTO shaft speed 540 rpm
Rotor Speed at 540 rpm PTO 151
Tyres 16 X 6.50 - 8
3 Hitch point CAT 2
Lifting to transport position Hydraulic – Single acting
PTO Shaft
Length between the joints
Safety coupling 900 Nm
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DESCRIPTION
The ‘Tedd-Air 570” is specially designed for forage tedding and spreading by means of rotating spring
tines (double hook tines) attached to rotors. Forward angled rotors allow the spring tines to gently collect,
turn and lay the forage behind the machine. Gentle airing and even tedding, accelerates the drying process.
The need for extended drying time and dependency on spells of good weather is reduced to preserve
valuable nourishing substances. The tedder is constructed with support wheels so that the height of each
rotor remains constant to the working surface; this allows the tedder to collect the forage cleanly and
consistently in spite of its large working width and permits efficient operation on sloping or rough terrain.
The spring tines are made of high quality steel and fixed in a manner that enables spring flexibility. The
machine can be attached to any type of tractor that has three-point linkage (CAT 2) and hydraulic
connections. It machine is driven by a “cardan” PTO shaft.
SAFETY INFORMATION
In the interest of safety, it is important that great care is adopted at all times during the attachment,
transportation, operation and maintenance of this machine. Both the owner and the operator of the
machine should read and understand the following section to ensure the safety of themselves and all other
persons who enter into the close proximity of these machines.
In addition to the instructions stated here always abide by general safety and accident regulations.
• Safety and warning decals placed on the machine give important instructions for safe work take
them into consideration for your safety and the safety of others.
• While driving on public roads always abide traffic signs and road regulations.
• Familiarise yourself with the controls and functions of the machine and practice them in a safe
location before attempting to work.
• Never approach this machine whilst it is working or running. Always switch off the machine and
wait until it has stopped fully before approaching.
• Do not wear loose fitting clothing in the vicinity of this machine.
• Check no one is near, or on, the machine before attempting to start or transport it. Ensure your
visibility is kept clear at all times.
• Implements should always be attached according to the manufacturer’s instructions and fastened
correctly to the prescribed devices using the correct components.
• When disconnecting the machine from the tractor, select a firm level site and use the supports legs.
• Take care when disconnecting the machine from the tractor.
• Ensure controls for the machine are positioned such that the machine cannot accidentally be started
during transport.
• For transportation on the road, prepare and secure the machine according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.
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• Never leave the driver seat whilst the tractor of the machine is running.
• Never attempt to operate a machine without its safety devices fitted or incorrectly secured.
• Always place the machine in a safe position before leaving the tractor. Lower the implement
completely, switch off the engine and remove the ignition key.
• Never permit anyone between the machine and the tractor whilst either is working or when the
machine is in a raised position.
• Be aware at all times of the width, height and length of any machinery you are operating, especially
when transporting on the public highway or near obstructions.
• Ensure the work area is clear of obstructions before starting work (clear stones, wires, glass or any
other dangerous objects from the work site before attempting to start work).
• Do not operate the machine without safety guards or if the guards are damaged.
• Do not drive the machine through the forage when the rotor is on the ground and not rotating. This
causes damage to the tines and tine arms.
Please Note: The manufacturer does not guarantee the tedder compliance with the applicable
laws, in particular those relating to accidents prevention and pollution, of non-EU countries.
The adjustment of the tedder to these regulations will be entirely under the Client’s own
responsibility. The manufacturer is not liable for any kind of damage that could arise from the
non-compliance of those rules.
SAFETY DECALS
Read the operator’s manual carefully before you operate the machine.
Keep away from the folding area of the rotors .
Keep away from all moving/rotating parts
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OPERATING THE MACHINE
When connecting the tedder on the tractor for the first time, check the length of the PTO shaft according to
the PTO shaft manufacturer′s manual. Use only PTO shafts with a built-in safety coupling.
To connect the machine to the tractor, make sure the front axle weight of the tractor is sufficient (use
front weights if necessary) to lift the tedder. Make sure the tractor is aligned with the tedder. Make sure
the three-point hitch arms of the tractor are at an equal height. Fit the lower arms to the linkage pins (CAT
2) of the tree-point hitch. Attack the top link of the tractor to the machine with a pin (CAT2 top link).
Once the tedder has been attached to the three-point linkage of the tractor, raise tedder, check if the
transport pin is in the correct position & retract the stands. Turn off the tractor before installing the PTO
shaft. Make sure that the PTO shaft telescopes smoothly. Connect the machine PTO shaft to the tractor
PTO shaft. Remove dust cup from the hydraulic hose. Connect the hydraulic hose to the tractor. Permitted
maximum oil pressure is 210 bar (21 MPa). Put the end of the control cord of the ram safety lock in the
tractor cab.
Before placing the machine into working position, you must remove the transport
pin. After that the machine must be first lowered to the ground. Pressure tedder rams, pull the cord to
release the transport locks and lower the wings on the hydraulic rams
A: Transport position of the transport pin B: Working position of the transport pin
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To make a turn or to drive to another position in the field, operate the tractor hydraulics to lift the rotors
from the ground
Wheel Positions:
There are three wheel-position during the operation with a lever. The wheel position selected will dictate
the working position of the machine, flexibility is retained by the pivoting headstock. The three wheel
positions available are:.
A: Left B: Straight C: Right
CAUTION: When changing from working to transport mode select a flat site and be sure
that the lever is in the position B and the rotors are not rotating.
Note: The term “Right” or “Left” indicated in the description is to be understood when looking at the
implement from the rear.
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Rotor Height
The rotor height can be adjusted in order to achieve the required clearance of the front spring tines from
the ground (about 2cm). Adjustment is made with the tractor top link. This setting is a default setting. The
height adjustment of the tines must be adapted to the field conditions in practice. Ensure during work that
the spring tines do not ‘break’ the surface of the ground as this may cause damage to the machine and also
contaminate the forage with soil. If possible, take the swathes in between the rotors.
Rotor Angle
The rotor angle can be adjusted to any of three positions, the angle choices are: A, B and C. The angle
setting is determined and selected by the choice of hole in the wheel axle fixing bracket the attachment pin
is located in. The standard and most commonly used position is the hole position B.
For large quantities of forage where more intensive scattering is required the rotor angle should be
increased by selecting the hole position A, alternatively, for lesser quantities of forage the rotor angle can
be decreased by selection of the hole position C.
Position A, B and C
PTO rpm and tractor speed
If the forage is heavy drive with higher speed and not so high tractor speed. The dryer the forage the
smaller the P.T.O. speed to be chosen in order to avoid damages to the forage. Tractor speed must be
adapted to the condition of the forage
After placing the machine into the transport position, you must add the transport pin to the correct
position (please see page 8).
Please Note: The rotor height & angle, PTO shaft rpm and tractor speed described above
are standards and must be adapted to the field conditions in practice.
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To place the machine into the transport position you need to keep pulling the cord while at the same
time using the tractor hydraulics, until the machine locks to transport mode (this is necessary for the
Tedd-Air 570 model –The Tedd-Air 840 is lockable without pulling the cord)
To disconnect the tedder from the tractor. Always position the tractor on the solid ground before you
disconnect the tedder from the tractor. Make sure that no person is near the tedder when you are
disconnecting the tractor. The tedder can be disconnected from the tractor in the transport position or in
the work position. When disconnecting in transport mode, make sure the wheel supports of the centre
rotors are in the closer position to the dish. This ensures the most stable position for the tedder. Switch off
the tractor and release the pressure from the tractor hydraulic system. Disconnect the tedder PTO shaft
from the tractor PTO shaft and attach the PTO shaft to the provided mount. Make sure that the stands are
in parking position. Disconnect the top link from the headstock. Disconnect the hydraulic hose from the
tractor and put it to the support on the headstock, after you installed the dust cap. Disconnect the lower
arms from the linkage pins on the headstock. Remove the end of the ram lock control cord form the tractor
cab.
MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION
Check, and tighten (if required), all nuts, bolts and fixing after the first few hours of work and at
regular intervals thereafter.
Bolt quality 8.8:
M6 M8 M10 M12 M14 M16 M20
Nm 10 25 50 85 135 210 410
Bolt quality 10.9
M12 M14
Nm 130 195
• Check daily (before and after operation) that the spring tines and their holders are securely
fastened.
• Lubricate the PTO shaft as in the manufacturer’s handbook.
• Grease the pivot joints and the drive line every 8-10 working hours.
• Tyres cold pressure 250 kPa (36 PSI).
• Central Gear box (0,8 lt. type EP220 oil) change oil after 50 working hours for the first time
and then after every 400 working hours.
• Lateral gear boxes maintenance free. (0,5 kg grease Vanguard Liplex EP1 or similar)
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Periodic attention
An inspection and maintenance check is necessary for the tedder every year. The tedder should be
overhauled from time to time during the year to see if lubrication or maintenance is needed.
Maintenance overhaul consists of:
• Examination of the safety mechanism for transport.
• Examination of nuts & bolts – tighten them if required.
• Spring tine adjustment.
• Examination of PTO shaft protections cover.
• Lubrication according to the instructions for maintenance and lubrication.
Storage
The machine should be stored on a firm level site in a safe, clean and dry location where it is protected
from the elements. It is advisable that prior to storage of the tedder at the end of the season that the
machine be lubricated thoroughly and the opportunity taken to check the machine for worn or damaged
parts - replacements can then be ordered and fitted so that the machine is ready for the next seasons work.
Steering stabilisers
In the unlikely event that the stabiliser rams below, prevent the tedder staying rigid on a straight path,
please remove the accumulators below to top up the hydraulic fluid in this closed system of cylinders. This
is caused by leakage of oil though the rod. Please use (HD-46 oil). Please copy and paste the URL link
from the below QR code to view a video of this maintenance process completed in detail.
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MALONE LIMITED WARRANTY
Malone Ballyglass, Claremorris, Co. Mayo, Ireland (hereinafter called “the company”) warrants to the
original retail purchaser that new products sold and registered with the company, shall be, at the time of
delivery, free from defects in material and workmanship, and that such equipment is covered under
Limited Warranty providing the machine is used and serviced in accordance with the recommendations
in the Operator’s manual. This Limited Warranty covers the equipment for a period of one year starting
from the date the equipment is commissioned.
The email or post submission of the pre-delivery inspection (PDI) form by the dealer (importer) is taken
as evidence of the delivery of the machine to the original retail purchaser. This is compulsory, and is
required to record the machine in the Malone warranty system.
These conditions are subject to the following exceptions:
• Parts of the machine which are not of Malone manufacture, such as tyres, tines, PTO shafts, slip
clutches, hydraulic cylinders, etc. are not covered by this Limited Warranty, but are subject to the
warranty of the original manufacturer. Warranty claims applying to these types of parts must be
submitted in the same way as if they were parts manufactured by Malone. However, compensation
will be paid in accordance with the warranty agreement of the manufacturer concerned.
• This Limited Warranty does not apply to failure through normal wear and tear, to damage resulting
from negligence or from lack of inspection, from misuse, from lack of maintenance and/or if the
machine has been involved in an accident, lent out or used for purposes other than those for which it
was intended by the company.
• This Limited Warranty will not apply to any product that has been altered or modified in any way
without the express permission of the company, or if parts not approved by Malone are used in
repair.
• The company take no responsibility for any additional costs, including loss of oil and/ or
consumables incurred during the failure and repair of a product
• The company cannot be held responsible for any claims or injuries to the owner or to the third party,
nor to any resulting responsibility.
• Also, on no account can the company be held liable for incidental or consequential damages
(including loss of anticipated profits) or for any impairment due to failure, a latent defect or a
breakdown of a machine.
The customer will be responsible for the following costs:
• Normal maintenance such as greasing, maintenance of oil levels, minor adjustments, etc. as
specified in the Operator’s manual.
• Labour charges other than originally agreed, incurred in the removal and replacement of
components.
• Dealer’s travel time and travel costs to and from the machine.
• Parts defined as normal wear items such as, but not limited to PTO shafts, chains, tyres, bearings,
tines, slip clutches, etc. that are not covered under the Limited Warranty.
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The importer will be responsible for the following costs:
• All warranty labour charges.
The warranty is dependent on the strict observance of the following:
• The machine has been put in service by the Malone dealer according to our instructions.
• The online pre-delivery inspection (PDI) form has been correctly completed by the dealer.
• A printed version of the PDI form has been signed and dated by the original retail purchaser. This
copy is to be stored by the dealer and made available to Malone when requested.
• The warranty claim is submitted using the Malone claims system.
• The warranty claim must be submitted by the original retailing Malone dealer only.
• The decision of the company in all cases is final.
• Damaged parts should be held by the dealer until credit has been given, or a returns request has been
issued.
• Parts must be returned to Malone, with the Malone claim number written clearly on each individual
part. These parts must be free from dirt and oil. If a part is returned in an unfit state, the claim will
be refused.
• If damaged parts have been returned to the company and warranty is refused, the dealer is allowed a
period of one month from the date of receiving our notification to request the return of the damaged
parts to the dealer site.
Further conditions - limits of application and responsibility:
• This Limited Warranty cannot be assigned or transferred to anyone without the prior written consent
of the company.
• Malone dealers have no right or authority to assume any obligation or take any decision on the
company's behalf, whether expressly or tacitly.
• Technical assistance given by the company or its agents for repairing or operating equipment does
not lead to any responsibility on the company's behalf and cannot under any circumstances bring
novation or derogation to the conditions of the present Limited Warranty.
• The company reserves the right to incorporate changes in its machines without prior notice and
without obligation to apply these changes to machines previously manufactured.
• The present Limited Warranty excludes any other responsibility, whether legal or conventional,
express or implied, and there are no warranties extending beyond those defined herein.
No part of this manual may be copied or published by means of printing, photocopying, microfilm
or any other process whatsoever without prior permission in writing by Malone Farm Machinery.
All instructions, pictures and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information that
was available at the time of publication. Your Ted-Air 570 may comprise improvements, features or
options that are not covered in this manual.
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Spare Parts
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SPARE PARTS SECTION
To be assured of the latest design improvements purchase your Genuine Replacements from
the Original Equipment Manufacturer through your local Dealer.
Always quote:
• Machine Type
• Year of manufacture
• Serial Number
• Part Code
• Part Position Number & Page Number
• Part Description
Serial Number
Note: The term “right” or “left” indicated in the description is to be
understood when looking at the implement from the rear.
USE ONLY GENUINE SERVICE PARTS
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Pos Code Description
1MTD4S0105 Main Headstock
2M1102310 Lynchpin D10
3M16- DIN 985 Lock Nut
4Low Hitch Pin
5M9311675N Bolt M16x75
6M8_Straight_Grease Nipple
7Pin F20
8Top Link Pin
9M1481840 Roll Pin D8x40
10 MTD4S0110 Stand Pin
11 MTD4S0106 Stand
13 MTD4S0100R Lower Hitch Right
14 MTD4S0100L Lower Hitch Left
15 MTD4S0101 Pin D25
16 M12316 Washer M16
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Pos Code Description
1MTD4S0107 Main Chassis
2M9331655N Bolt M16X55 & L/Nut
3M12516 Washer M16
4MTD4J0101 Main Axis Support
5M16621020 Flange Bolt M10X20
6M12510 Washer M10
7MTD4F0108 Nut Locker
8M714128H1 Grease Nipple M8
9MTD4M0105 Hardened Bush
10 MTD4M0108 Bush
11 M14811240 Roll Pin M12X40
12 Hose Clamp
13 M2520114 Washer M14 Nordlock
14 M9331450N Bolt M14X50 & L/Nut
15 M9331450 Bolt M14X50
16 MTD4M0114 Spare Wheel Support
17 M1034430000 Wheel 16x6.50-8
18 Flange Nut M
19 Protection Cup
20 M6921820 Flange Bolt M8x20
21 Manual Holder
22 Castle Nut M36 (Fine)
23 MTD4F0107 Washer
24 MTD4M0107 Rotation shaft
25 MTD4M0109 Hardened Bush
26 M9311060ΝBolt M10X60 & L/Nut
27 MTD4B0102 Custom Washer
28 Headstock Pin
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Pos Code Description
1Warning Lights
2M10 LOCK NUT
3M12 LOCK NUT
4M16 LOCK NUT
5M6 LOCK NUT
6M12X60 DIN 933 BOLT
7M12X90 DIN 933 BOLT
8M6X20 BOLT
9M10 DOUBLE BUMPER
10 REFLECTIVE BOARD
11 TD4C0100 Reflective Board Mounting
Left
12 TD4C0113 Reflective Board Mounting
Right
14 TD4S0103 Arm Support
15 TD4S0110 Stand Pin
16 TD6S0101 BACK STAND BRACKET
17 TD6S0102 BACK STAND
18 TD6S0103 REFLEVTIVE BOARD
19 TD4X0103 Reflective Board Mounting
20 U BOLT 40X65X12
21 U BOLT 80X110X16
22 A12X24X2 WASHER
23 A16X30X3 WASHER
24 A6X12X1 WASHER
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Pos Code Description
1MTD4S0104 Safety Guard Pipe
2Round U-Bolt M10
3M12510 Washer M10
4Plastic Pipe Cup
5MTD4S0115 Guard Plate
6M2520112 Nordlock Double Washer M12
7M9331230 Bolt M12X30 12.9
8MTD4B0103 Blots Support
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