New Holland SD440 Operating instructions

87012624 04/03
SERVICE
REPAIR
MANUAL
NEW HOLLAND
SD440

REPAIR PARTS
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REPAIR PARTS IDENTIFICATION
This drill has a Serial Number plate attached to identify the
machine. The plate looks like the sample at right with a
number stamped on.
For easy reference, locate the plate at the location shown
on the figure. Record the number on this sheet. When
requiring repair parts, take this number into your dealer.
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REPAIR PARTS
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Pages listed are a table of contents for that section
Section-Title ........................... Page
1- GENERAL INFORMATION .............. 1-1
General Service Information
Important Information
Service Tools
Safety
Units of Measure
Bolt Torque Information
Machine Specifications
Welding Procedures
2- ADJUSTMENTS ....................... 2-1
Air Drill Leveling
Floating Hoe/Shank Adjustments
Sweep Pitch Adjustments
3- MECHANICAL SERVICE ................ 3-1
Troubleshooting Tables
Servicing Safety Precautions
General Operating Information
Grease Locations
Maintenance
Tire Pressures
Tire Pressures and hub and Spindle Details
Wheel Bolt Torque
Heavy Caster Assembly
Light Caster Assembly
Caster Hub and Spindle Maintenance
Walking Beam Replacement
Wing Dual Caster Option
Auxiliary Tow Hitch
Caster Transport Lock Installation
Pin Guides
Depth Control Service
Walking Beam Carrier Spool Replacement
4- HYDRAULICS ......................... 4-1
Hydraulics
Replace Seals in Cylinders
Hydraulic Cylinders
Depth Control
Wing Lift Hydraulics
5- ELECTRICAL .......................... 5-1
Connector Service Kit
Remote Switch Installation
6- TRIPS, OPENERS, AND PRESS WHEEL
SERVICE ............................. 6-1
Service of Openers
Service Guide for Offset Shank Locations
Press Wheels and Shanks
Ground Openers and Seed Boots
Troubleshooting Tables
Trip Compressor Tool Kit
Tension Link Kit - 550 Pound Trip
Adjustment of Trip Assemblies
Anti-Skewing Trip Shim Installation
Heavy Duty Bearing Kits
Press Wheel Removal
Packer Wheel Rest Assembly
Shank Spacing and Trip Release Pressure
7- AIR SYSTEM .......................... 7-1
Troubleshooting Tables
Hoses
Theory of Operation - Air System
Methods of Determining Adequate Carrying Velocities
Header Assemblies
Hose Holder Brackets and Distribution Clamps
8- ENDMARKER SERVICE ............... 8-1
Endmarkers
Endmarker Replacement
Endmarker Hydraulics
INDEX
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SECTION 1
GENERAL INFORMATION
CONTENTS OF THIS SECTION
Page
GENERAL SERVICE INFORMATION ................................... 1-3
IMPORTANT INFORMATION .......................................... 1-4
SERVICE TOOLS .................................................... 1-4
SAFETY ............................................................ 1-5
GeneralSafetyPractices .............................................. 1-6
Servicing Safety Precautions ........................................... 1-6
SafetyDuringOperation .............................................. 1-7
AirandAirHoses .................................................. 1-10
HydraulicsandHydraulicLeaks ....................................... 1-10
Shields........................................................... 1-11
Electrical ......................................................... 1-11
Tires ............................................................ 1-11
SafetyDuringTransport ............................................. 1-12
Safety Decals ...................................................... 1-12
TransportLightingBrackets .......................................... 1-14
TransportLightingElectricalAssembly ................................. 1-16
UNITS OF MEASURE ............................................... 1-18
Abbreviations ..................................................... 1-18
ConversionChart .................................................. 1-19
BOLT TORQUE INFORMATION ...................................... 1-20
MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS ......................................... 1-21
ImplementDimensions .............................................. 1-21
ImplementWeight.................................................. 1-23
OtherSpecifications ................................................ 1-26
PAINT TOUCH-UP PROCEDURE ..................................... 1-27
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Hydraulic Fitting Identification
GENERAL SERVICE INFORMATION
NOTE: Read instructions carefully before you beginning any procdure.
1. Be sure to read and follow all instructions to ensure
proper assembly, operation, and service of the
implement.
2. Service may require the use of a forklift or other
suitable lifting device.
3. Implement must be serviced on a flat surface.
4. Left and right directions are determined from the rear
of the implement facing the forward direction of travel.
5. Use a suitable sealant on hydraulic connections;
sealant paste is recommended. Be careful to prevent
sealant from entering the hydraulic system.
6. Apply a thread sealant to all female-to-male pipe
thread connections.
7. Do not allow tape to enter the hydraulic system.
8. Do not use a thread sealant on ORB or swivel fitting
connections.
NOTE: If you are assembling or servicing the
implement inside of a building, ensure the door
opening is large enough to allow the
implement to be removed after assembly.
Check the Specifications Tables in this section
for the overall height and width in transport
position.
NOTE: Additional bolt torque information can be
found later in this section.
NOTE: Pipe thread fittings (1), O-ring boss fittings (2) and JIC fittings (3) may be the types of hydraulic fittings used.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION
All repair and maintenance work listed in this manual must be carried out only by qualified dealership personnel. Strictly
comply with all instructions given. Use only the specialized tools required.
Anyone who carries out the above operations without complying with the procedures shall be responsible for the subsequent
damages.
The manufacturer and all the organizations of its distribution chain, including (without limitation) national, regional, or local
dealers, reject any responsibility for damages due to the anomalous behavior of parts and/or components not approved by
the manufacturer itself. This includes those parts and/or components used for the servicing or repair of the product
manufactured or marketed by the manufacturer.
In any case, no warranty is given or attributed on the product manufactured or marketed by the manufacturer in case of
damages due to an anomalous behavior of parts and/or components not approved by the manufacturer.
The information in this manual is up to date at the date of the publication. It is the policy of the manufacturer to aim for
continuous improvement. Some information could not be updated due to modifications of a technical or commercial type,
as well as to suit the laws and regulations of different countries.
In case of disagreement, refer to your Sales and Service Networks.
SERVICE TOOLS
There are several service tools/update kits available through the parts department, for ease of diagnosis and servicing the
air drill. Refer to Section 6 for Tools and Kits.
DR-900K PIN GUIDES - (2) GUIDES FOR INSTALLING 1" AND 1.25" PINS.
DS-200K KIT, PRESS WHEEL PULLER - PULLING TOOL.
DR-112K KIT, TRANSPORT LOCK, SINGLE CASTER.
DR-114K KIT, TRANSPORT LOCK, DUAL CASTER.
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DANGER!
WARNING!
CAUTION!
SAFETY
SAFETY - ALERT SYMBOL
This symbol is used to denote possible danger and care should be taken to prevent bodily injury. This symbol means
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
THIS SYMBOL APPEARS WITH TEXT READING “DANGER!”, “CAUTION!”, OR “WARNING!” THESE
WORDS INDICATE THREE LEVELS OF POSSIBLE HAZARDS; THEY ARE DESCRIBED BELOW.
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that,
if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
The color associated with Danger is RED.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if
not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
The color associated with Warning is ORANGE.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if
not avoided, may result in minor or moderate
injury. The color associated with Caution is
YELLOW.
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