Opico SWARD SLITTER Operator's manual

OPERATION MANUAL & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SWARD SLITTER
GB, GBL & GBW
Version: 15 04 Sward slitter PV
OPICO LIMITED
Cherry Holt Road
Bourne
Lincolnshire PE10 9LA
Telephone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.opico.co.uk

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INDEX
GLOSSARY…………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………….. .... 3
INTRODUCTION ....……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..4
1. PURPOSE OF THE SWARD SLITTER……………………………………………………………………………………...... 5
2. LIABILITY AND WARRANTY………………………………………………………………………………………………. ..... 5
3. DANGER AND SAFETY DECALS…………………………………………………………………………………………....... 6
4. THE LOCATION OF THE DECALS………………………………………………………………………………………........ 9
5. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS…………………………………………………………………………………………………….. .. 11
5.1 GENERAL ..................................................................................................................................... 11
5.2 ROAD TRANSPORT AND USE ............................................................................................................ 11
5.3 MOUNTING AND DISMOUNTING...................................................................................................... 12
5.4 MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................................................. 12
5.5 HYDRAULIC SYSTEM....................................................................................................................... 13
5.6 TYRES ......................................................................................................................................... 14
6. MOUNTING AND DISMOUNTING ............................................................................................. 15
6.1 MOUNTING ................................................................................................................................. 15
6.2 DISMOUNTING AND STORING.......................................................................................................... 16
7. ADJUSTING GRASSLAND AERATOR........................................................................................... 17
7.1 ADJUSTING THE WORKING DEPTH .................................................................................................... 17
8. INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE ........................................................................................................... 18
8.1 INSTRUCTIONS FOR WEIGHT SPINDLES............................................................................................... 18
9. MAINTENANCE ......................................................................................................................... 19
9.1 GENERAL ..................................................................................................................................... 19
9.2 LUBRICATION ............................................................................................................................... 20
10. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS..................................................................................................... 21
11. ORDERING PARTS ..................................................................................................................... 22
12. EC CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY ............................................................................................ 23
APPENDIX I:................................................................................................................................................
PARTS LIST ................................................................................................................................ 24
I.1 BLADES AND ROLLER: .................................................................................................................... 24
I.2 BLADES AND ROLLER: .................................................................................................................... 25
I.3 GENERAL-PURPOSE : ..................................................................................................................... 26
I.4 WEIGHT SPINDLES (OLD) ................................................................................................................ 27
I.5 CONCRETE SLITTER WEIGHTS (NEW)................................................................................................. 29
I.6 IDENTIFICATION PLATE,PATENT PLATE AND SAFETY DECALS: ................................................................. 30

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GLOSSARY
NOTE
All figures, dimensions and weights are free of engagement.
References to direction in the text, such as "left", "right", "front" and "rear", are always meant to be
seen from the forward travel direction of the tractor.
The same applies to the directions clockwise and counter clockwise.
If you come across this symbol and heading, there is a direct
hazard to life and health of man and animal!
This heading refers to possible risks of damage to machine(s),
crops, buildings, etc. But also to possible financial and/or legal
problems (warranty, liability, and the like)!
This indicates a tip to make work easier, better and safer.

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INTRODUCTION
Dear user,
This is the operation manual for the GB, GBL and GBW Sward Slitter.
In order to use the Sward Slitter as safely as possible, you should be well aware of all
recommendations and instructions in this manual. Damage and accidents caused by non-
observance of these recommendations and instructions are your responsibility.
Please ensure that this operation manual is kept in a safe place for future reference.
If you have any more questions after reading this manual, please contact your dealer.
EVERS AGRO B.V.
Almelo, February 17
Read the operation manual carefully before starting to work with
the machine and observe all instructions!
Pass on all safety instructions to other (fellow) users!

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1. PURPOSE OF THE SWARD SLITTER
Field of application
The Sward Slitter is solely for use in regular arable farming. The Sward Slitter is designed to
relieve the surface compaction in our grassland. This compaction in the top layer of
grassland is caused by rainfall, livestock damage and traffic with heavy machines.
Important features of the Sward Slitter are:
* Higher yields with more quality.
* Better absorption of water, oxygen and plant food elements.
* Less change for unwanted grass species to grow.
2. LIABILITY AND WARRANTY
Anyone operating the machine, or carrying out adjustments or maintenance should read this
manual carefully and observe the instructions to prevent danger.
That also means:
1. That work may only be carried out within the functional limits (e.g. max. speed), as
laid down in the instructions for operation, maintenance and repair.
2. That locally applying regulation for accident prevention, safety, traffic and transport
are to be observed.
3. That exclusively original or equivalent parts and lubricants must be used and
mounted according to the instructions. A part and/or lubricant is considered
equivalent when it has been approved by the manufacturer or when it can be
demonstrated that it has the properties required for the function(s) in question.
4. That any changes / modifications on the machine that have not been approved in
writing by the manufacturer, exclude all liability of the manufacturer for any damage.
Any deviating use is considered not matching the intended
purpose. The user bears the risk of any damage and/or accidents.
The above does not apply if in advance written approval has been
obtained from the manufacturer!
Non-observance of the above rules shall be considered negligence.
It will rule out any liability of the manufacturer for all possible
damage and/or consequences.
The user is fully en solely responsible for any risk!

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3. DANGER AND SAFETY DECALS
There are a number of safety decals on the machine. The ones used and there place on this machine
are shown on the next page.
They have the following meaning:
Working safely also means that you take proper notice of the
various decals on the machine. You must know what they warn
you for!
Danger:
Stop the engine and remove the key from the ignition when
working on the machine!
Attention:
Carefully read the operating manual before taking the machine
into operation!
Danger:
There is a risk of flying objects and / or clods!
Keep clear!

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Danger:
Keep away from the fold-down parts when the locking pins with
inserted retaining clip are not mounted!
Keep clear!
Danger:
There is a risk of parts folding down!
Fix the locking pins with inserted retaining clip!
Danger:
Never stand between the tractor and the machine when the
power lift is being operated!
Danger:
Risk of injection at a leaking hydraulic system!
Liquid under pressure easily penetrates through skin and clothing
this can cause heavy injuries!

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Danger:
In operating position the top link must be higher on the machine side than on the tractor
side!

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4. THE LOCATION OF THE DECALS
If decals are loose, have become illegible or are no longer on the
machine, these must be replaced as well!

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If decals are loose, have become illegible or are no longer on the
machine, these must be replaced as well!