SaMASZ ALPINA 220 User manual

SaMASZ Sp. z o.o.
ul. Trawiasta 1
16-060 Zabłudów
Poland
tel. (+48) (85) 664 70 31
fax (+48) (85) 664 70 41
e-mail: [email protected]
www.samasz.pl
USER MANUAL
Serial number
The original manual
ENGLISH
IN2223EN000
28/04/2020
REVISION 0
TRACTOR FRONT DISC MOWER
SAMBA 220 F
ALPINA 220
SAMBA 240 F
ALPINA 260
SAMBA 260 F
ALPINA 300
SAMBA 280 F
SAMBA 300 F

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DO NOT
ENGAGE THE MOWER DRIVE BEFORE SETTING THE
MOWER DECK IN ITS OPERATING POSITION
DO NOT
LIFT THE MOWER BEFORE THE DISC BLADES STOP
ROTATING
DO NOT
OPERATE THE MOWER LESS THAN
50 m FROM ALL BYSTANDERS
NOTE:
Keep this User Manual for future reference.
The proven designs and the correct selection of materials ensure a high reliability and a long
service life of our products.
SaMASZ is confident that your purchase of this mower is the right choice and its operation
will be very satisfactory to you.
The mower deck is recommended to be tilted 0° to 3° forward, in the
direction of mowing.
The mower deck can be operated levelled.
Tilting the mower deck back will permanently damage the mower deck.
0 ÷ 3°

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Contents page
1. MACHINE IDENTIFICATION ..................................................................................................... 4
2. INTRODUCTION..................................................................................................................... 4
3. INTENDED USE OF THE MOWER................................................................................................ 5
3.1. Technical specifications.....................................................................................................7
3.2. 3.2. Construction and operation..........................................................................................8
3.3. 3.3. Equipment and spare parts ..........................................................................................9
4. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS..........................................................................................................10
4.1. General ............................................................................................................................10
4.2. Operator’s qualifications ..................................................................................................12
4.3. Prerequisites for hitching and coupling the mower ............................................................12
4.4. Transport.........................................................................................................................12
4.4.1. Loading the mower on a transport vehicle..................................................................12
4.5. Working components........................................................................................................14
4.6. Power input connection (PIC) shaft...................................................................................14
4.8. Tarpaulin aprons ..............................................................................................................15
4.9. Residual risks...................................................................................................................16
4.10. Do-Not list ....................................................................................................................16
4.10.1 Residual risk assessment.............................................................................................17
4.11. Hazard warning symbols and definitions .......................................................................17
5. OPERATING THE MOWER .......................................................................................................20
5.1. Hitching the mower to a tractor ........................................................................................20
5.1.1. Hitching and coupling the ALPINA mower to the tractor .............................................21
5.1.2. Hitching and coupling the SAMBA F mower to the tractor ...........................................22
5.2. Installation of the PIC.......................................................................................................24
5.7.4. Side shift on the ALPINA disc mower.............................................................................31
5.8. Unhitching the mower from the tractor..............................................................................31
6. ASSEMBLY, INSTALLATION AND SETTINGS..............................................................................32
6.1. Installing the mowing disc blades .....................................................................................32
6.2. Replacing the blades ........................................................................................................32
6.3. Swath width setting..........................................................................................................34
6.4. Maintenance service ........................................................................................................35
6.4.1. Mowing blade and holder checks...............................................................................35
6.4.2. Daily maintenance.....................................................................................................36
6.4.3. Post-seasonal maintenance and storage....................................................................37
7. LUBRICATION ......................................................................................................................38
7.1. Lubrication hazards..........................................................................................................38
7.2. Mower deck .....................................................................................................................38
7.3. Intersecting axis gears .....................................................................................................39
8. TROUBLESHOOTING .............................................................................................................41
9. MOWER REPAIR AND DISPOSAL..............................................................................................42
9.1. Repair ..............................................................................................................................42
9.2. End-of-life dismantling and disposal .................................................................................43
10. WARRANTY CERTIFICATE ......................................................................................................43
11. WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS .....................................................................................44
11.1. Warranty processing terms and conditions ....................................................................44
11.2. Warranty repair log .......................................................................................................46

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1. MACHINE IDENTIFICATION
The manufacturer's name plate is permanently attached to the mower's hitch attachment, as shown in
Fig. 1.
Fig. 1. Location of the name plate
The name plate contains:
❑Manufacturer’s name and address
❑Machine model
❑The CE marking for compliance with
❑Machine’s serial number
Directive 2006/42/EC and harmonised standards
❑Machine weight
❑Machine code
❑Machine’s serial number
❑Year of production
❑Barcode
❑Model year
CAUTION!
Do not drive this machine on public roads if the name plate is damaged, illegible
or missing.
CAUTION!
If you do not understand the User Manual, consult the manufacturer or your
dealer.
2. INTRODUCTION
❑This User Manual is an essential equipment part of the mower and must be retained for reference.
When handing over the mower to a new user, the mower must be in good repair and complete with
this User Manual, the EC Declaration of Conformity and the assigned essential equipment.
❑Before you start operating the mower, read and understand this User Manual and the general work
safety regulations.
❑The mower has been designed and built in compliance with applicable safety standards.

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❑Compliance with the guidelines of this User Manual will ensure full operating safety.
❑If you have any doubts about starting up and operating the mower, consult the manufacturer.
❑The User Manual is an indispensable part of every machine. It provides to the machine user an
explanation of the correct operation and use of the machine, and the potential operating hazards.
3. INTENDED USE OF THE MOWER
The ALPINA / SAMBA F light front disc mowers are intended for operation at small farms and
mowing of green fodder, including grass, alfalfa, and similar on permanently established grazing lands
(meadows) and crop fields clear of stones and rocks. The mower forms a loose swath of the cut
material. The mowers are excellent performers in mountainous or wet terrain where the mower and
tractor unit weight is critical. The optimum ground pressure of the mower deck is adjusted by unloading
the TPH linkage (if the tractor has a front TPH) or by installation of optional load floating springs.
The meadow or field to be mowed must be level and prepared for the process by rolling or other
applicable pretreatment.
The ALPINA / SAMBA F disc mower features the Lite Cut mower deck. Table 1 illustrates the
cutting height difference resulting from the mower deck tilt angle to the ground.
The ALPINA disc mowers can feature an optional side shift system, a feature best used in mountainous
terrain.
CAUTION!
Do not use the machine for purposes other than specified as the intended use
in this User Manual. Other purposes will be non-intended use of the machine and
may void the manufacturer's liability for all damage from non-intended use.
The machine must only be used, operated, and repaired by personnel familiar
with its detailed characteristics and safety procedures. The manufacturer shall
not be liable for any damage or loss resulting from unauthorized modifications
of the machine.
NOTE:
The ALPINA/SAMBA F disc mowers are resistant to damage from medium-sized
stones. If the mowed surface features many stones, the disc blades may require
reduced replacement intervals; in extreme conditions, the mower deck can be
damaged and it WILL NOT be eligible for free-of-charge warranty repair.
GENERAL WARNING
Follow the hazard warnings and the safety instructions indicated with this
symbol throughout the User Manual to operate the mower.

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Table 1. Cutting height in function of the mower deck position and tilt
Lite Cut mower deck
Zero angle
2° tilt
Standard cutting height settings
Ca. 20 mm standard cutting height increase
Ca. 25 mm standard cutting height increase
Ca. 30 mm standard cutting height increase

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3.1. Technical specifications
Table 2. Technical specifications of ALPINA disc mowers
Mower type
ALPINA 300
ALPINA 260
ALPINA 220
Cutting width
3.00 m
2.60 m
2.20 m
No. of blades
14 (7x2)
12 (6x2)
10 (5x2)
Tractor PTO speed (rpm)
540 - standard version / 1000 - optional
Minimum tractor power
60 kW (75 HP)
45 kW (60 HP)
35 kW (45 HP)
Operating capacity
ca 3.0 ha/h
ca 2.5 ha/h
ca 2.0 ha/h
Swath width
1.4 to 2.3 m
1.2 to 2 m
1.6 m
Transport configuration length
1.50 m
Transport configuration width
3.00 m
2.60 m
2.20 m
Service configuration width
3.60 m
3.20 m
2.70 m
Weight
545 kg
505 kg
465 kg
TPH category
I/II
Machine noise level
LpA
77.0 ± 3.0 dB
LAmax
76.0 ± 3.0 dB
LCpeak
98.5 ± 3.0 dB
Table 3. Technical specifications of SAMBA F disc mowers
Mower type
SAMBA 300F
SAMBA 280F
SAMBA 260F
SAMBA 240 F
SAMBA 220F
Cutting width
3.00 m
2.80 m
2.60 m
2.40 m
2.20 m
No. of blades
14 (7x2)
14 (7x2)
12 (6x2)
12 (6x2)
10 (5x2)
Tractor PTO speed (rpm)
1000
Minimum tractor power
60 kW (75 HP)
55 kW (70 HP)
45 kW (60 HP)
40 kW (55 HP)
35 kW (45 HP)
Operating capacity
ca 3.0 ha/h
ca 2.8 ha/h
ca 2.5 ha/h
ca 2.3 ha/h
ca 2.0 ha/h
Swath width
1.5 to 2.3 m
1.5 to 2.2 m
1.2 to 2 m
1.1 to 1.8 m
1.6 m
Transport configuration length
1.50 m
Transport configuration width
3.00 m
2.80 m
2.60 m
2.40 m
2.20 m
Service configuration width
3.60 m
3.40 m
3.20 m
3.00 m
2.80 m
Weight
570 kg
560 kg
530 kg
520 kg
490 kg
TPH category
I/II
Machine noise level
LpA
77.0 ± 3.0 dB
LAmax
76.0 ± 3.0 dB
LCpeak
98.5 ± 3.0 dB
LpA –noise exposure level referenced to 8 hours of operation a day. Time-averaged A-weighed sound pressure
level.
LAmax –maximum measured A-weighed sound power level.
LCpeak –Peak A-weighed sound pressure level.

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3.2. Construction and operation
The mower deck (3) is driven by the tractor PTO, the power output of which is accepted by the power
input connection (PIC) shaft, followed by the 1st intersecting axis gear (4), the mower deck input shaft
(6) and the 2nd intersecting axis gear (5). The mower deck carries discs, which have two blades
attached. The outboard end discs feature mowed material ejection drums. The mower deck assembly
is carried by the main frame (2) on which the hitch attachment (1) is installed. The hitch attachment
frame allows hitching the mower to the tractor TPH. A safety guard (10) is installed over the mower
deck.
Fig. 2. Overview of the ALPINA front disc mower
1 –Hitch attachment
2 –Suspension assembly
3 –Mower deck
4 –1st intersecting axis gear
5 –2nd intersecting axis gear
6 –Mower deck PIC
7 –Swath rakes (optional)
8 –Load floating springs (optional)
9 –Load float handle
10 –Side guard
Fig. 3. Overview of the SAMBA F front disc mower

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3.3. Equipment and spare parts
The mowers are sold with the following standard equipment:
❑Warranty certificate
❑User Manual, complete with a spare parts catalogue and an EC Declaration of Conformity
❑Disc blades, two sets per mower, one with right blades and one with left blades
❑Connection brackets for lights and sign plates
❑PIC shaft
❑Hitching frame
❑Touch-up spray paint (150 ml)
Optional equipment (to be purchased separately):
❑Warning sign plates with light clusters and reflectors
❑Load floating brackets
❑High-cut adapters
❑Side shift system
❑Moving disc with instep
❑Skids / high-cut twin skids
❑Single / twin disc rakes
NOTE:
The optional equipment is purchased separately from this machine.
The manufacturer provides the mower with fixtures (holders and brackets) for the installation of all
required lights and sign plates. The light clusters and reflectors are installed on the warning sign plates.
Table 4. Recommended PIC shaft specifications
Mower
Power
rating
Length
Torque
Code
Clutch
Manufacturer
KM
mm
Nm
ALPINA
SAMBA F
54
850-1177
520
8G5T085CE007001
Friction clutch
= 1200 Nm
Bondioli & Pavesi
Fig. 4. PIC shaft lubrication; PIC shaft coupling orientation
Shaft neck w/o clutch: couple to
the tractor’s end
Shaft neck w/friction clutch:
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NOTE:
Strictly follow the PIC shaft lubrication schedule. The lube points marked in Fig.
4require relubrication every 50 operating hours. Lubricate the PIC shaft also
before and after a prolonged disuse.
Other PIC shaft brands can be used if within the specified technical ratings and if approved by
SaMASZ.
4. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
4.1. General
❑Hazard of injury while hitching and coupling the mower to the tractor. The operator should use
protective gloves.
❑Do not operate the mower without the guards or the apron removed. Do not operate with the apron
if damaged or lifted (hazard of impact by hard objects ejected by the mower). If damaged, replace
the mower apron.
❑Start mowing only with the PTO nominal speed at 540 rpm for the ALPINA mower (or, optionally,
1000 rpm) or 1000 rpm for the SAMBA F mower.
❑Do not exceed the PTO speed of 600 rpm for the ALPINA mower (or, optionally, 1050 rpm) or 1050
rpm for the SAMBA F mower.
❑All bystanders must remain at a minimum safe distance of 50 m from the mower in operation.
Operate with extreme caution near roads and carriageways.
❑All servicing, repairs and adjustments can only be attempted with the tractor engine stopped, the
mower discs stopped, with proper tools, and with protective gloves.
❑All technical checks and adjustments of the mower can only be attempted with the mower extended,
lowered on a firm surface, and secured against inadvertent movement.
❑If any repair or adjustment is required with the mower lifted off the ground, it must be secured with
props against falling down.
❑Use personal protective equipment to protect your health when cleaning the machine.
❑Periodically inspect the disc blade fixtures for wear and damage. Replace the component with a
new one if it is damaged or worn.
❑A portable warning beacon must be attached to the mower for the duration of transport.
NOTE:
All servicing and repairs of the mower can only be attempted with the tractor
engine stopped, the ignition key removed, with the mower resting on the ground
and the mower parts at standstill. The PIC shaft must be uncoupled from the
tractor.
NOTE:
Do not allow any children to interact with the machine in operation or in
standstill.
❑Periodically inspect all bolts and fasteners. Do not operate the machine with any fasteners
damaged.
❑Operation of this mower in Poland requires compliance with the Polish Regulation of the Minister
of Agriculture and Food Economy dated 12/01/1998 and concerning the occupational health and
safety in
operation of farming tractors, machines, implements and technical equipment (Dz.U. 1998.12.51).