Samon SU2M User manual

Table of Contents
1. Introduction ...............................................................................................................................................H1
2. Warranty and liability.................................................................................................................................H2
2.1 Guarantee ......................................................................................................................................... H2
2.2 Liability.............................................................................................................................................. H2
3. Safety and the environment.......................................................................................................................H3
3.1 General safety ................................................................................................................................... H3
3.2 Environment...................................................................................................................................... H3
3.3 warning labels and pictograms ......................................................................................................... H4
4. Checks before and during use.....................................................................................................................H5
4.1 Checks needed before use ................................................................................................................ H5
4.2 Shortening the PTO shaft.................................................................................................................. H5
4.3 Connecting the SAMON Onion Lifter ................................................................................................ H6
4.4 Inspection after +/- 5 meters ............................................................................................................ H6
4.5 Inspection after +/- 5 ha.................................................................................................................... H6
5. Maintenance ..............................................................................................................................................H7
5.1 Lubrication schedule ......................................................................................................................... H7
5.2 Setting the shakers............................................................................................................................ H8
5.3 Setting the collecting trays................................................................................................................ H8
5.4 Gear drive maintenance.................................................................................................................... H9
5.4.1 Topping up the gear drive oil ........................................................................................... H9
5.4.2 Changing gear drive oil..................................................................................................... H9
6. Transport and storage ..............................................................................................................................H10
6.1 Transport by transport vehicles ...................................................................................................... H10
6.2 Transport by tractor....................................................................................................................... H10
6.3 Storage ............................................................................................................................................ H10
7. Technical data ..........................................................................................................................................H11
8. Ordering parts..........................................................................................................................................H12
9. Troubleshooting .......................................................................................................................................H13

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1. Introduction.
This edition of the manual is intended for buyers of a SAMON Onion Harvester.
It contains information for the use and maintenance of this machine.
When this guide was compiled the utmost care was taken to ensure that the illustrations and technical data are
correct and current for this manual.
Ellens Landbouwtechniek BV recommends users to carefully read this manual, instructions, directions and
comments before using the machine.
References to the left or right side of the machine are determined based on the driving direction of the
machine.
Ellens Landbouwtechniek BV reserves the right to change the content of this manual without notice.
This machine was designed in accordance with the provisions of the machinery directive 89/392/EEC +
amendments.

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2. Warranty and liability.
2.1 Warranty.
SAMON agricultural machinery comes with a warranty period of 1 season.
SAMON Onion Lifters are designed and intended for harvesting onions.*
If the SAMON Onion Lifter is used in a manner other than intended such will be considered to be improper use.
* For harvesting any other types of deciduous species and crops, always first check with your Samon dealer.
This warranty is provided on construction defects in the machine encountered during normal use.
Parts that are subject to wear are not covered by this warranty, these are:
•Sprockets, chains, guide wheels,
•Sieve belts
•Harvest shafts,
•Bearings,
•Tillers,
•Coulter disks,
•Other parts subject to wear.
The Warranty on hydraulic components, PRO shafts and gear drives is given only on construction defects of the
components, which result in failure, in the opinion of the producer.
This warranty lapses in the following instances:
•Constructive adjustments and changes to the machine without permission from Ellens Agricultural
Engineering BV.
•Installation and use of components on or to the Onion Lifter that has an adverse impact on the solidity
of the construction.
•Failure of components due to maintenance intervals not being observed.
•Changes to or non-adherence to adjustments and settings prescribed, which could result in damage.
Our dealers and manufacturing service points are all available to provide information and guidance.
2.2 Liability.
Ellens agricultural engineering BV is not liable for damage to Samon agricultural machinery; tractors; machines
of third parties; injuries to humans, animals and products as a result of:
•improper use.
•not following instructions and instructions described in the manual.
NOTE!!!
The SAMON Onion Lifter must be operated, maintained and repaired by persons who are familiar with the
machine and its safety procedures.

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3. Safety and the environment.
3.1 General safety.
NOTE!!!
Make sure that all persons that work with the SAMON Onion Lifter and/or that perform maintenance on it
read this manual carefully and take the required precautions for their own safety and others in the area
while operating the SAMON Onion Lifter.
Always keep the following points in mind when working with or on the SAMON Onion Lifter.
•The SAMON Onion Lifter must only be operated, maintained and repaired by persons who are familiar
with the machine and who are familiar with the safety procedures.
•When performing inspections and maintenance on the SAMON Onion Lifter always switch the tractor
engine off and remove the key from the ignition.
•The SAMON Onion Lifter is equipped with rotating sieve belts that can entrap body parts.
Never come close to a SAMON Onion lifter while in operation.
•Always wait until the sieve belts have come to a complete halt before approaching the machine.
•Keep in mind that the sieve belts will keep turning for a while after the SAMON Onion Lifter has been
switched off.
•Keep away from the SAMON Onion Lifter while it is in operation.
•When an object is hit, switch off the SAMON Onion Lifter and check for damage before switching back
on again.
•The SAMON Onion Lifter contains a number of parts that are fitted locking pins and safety belts and/or
chains. These must always be connected.
•Damaged and broken safety devices and locking agents must be replaced immediately.
•Protective covers, sleeves and rubber flaps must always be undamaged. Always replace when dented
or cracked.
•Always use original SAMON parts as they are specifically designed for the Samon Onion Lifter.
3.2 Environment.
For ecological reasons cleaning and maintenance to the SAMON Onion Lifter must take place on a hard, liquid-
proof floor.
NOTE!!!
Dispose of used lubricants in an environmentally friendly manner. We recommend delivering old oil in a
closed tank at a recycling centre or a collection point. Never dispose of old oil in a ditch, drain or sewer or
on the soil.

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3.3 Warning labels and pictograms.
Each SAMON Onion Lifter is fitted with the following stickers and warning pictograms:
Description:
Measurements.: (w x h)
Order no.
A:
“Samon” sticker
24.8 x 7.8
TL6304
B:
“Be careful with your hand/foot” sticker
19.3 x 6.4
TL6309
C:
“Check the manual” sticker
13.3 x 6.4
TL6310
Onion Lifter stickers.
If any of these stickers should be missing or illegible you can order a replacement at your SAMON dealer.

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4. Inspect before and after use.
WARNING!!!
When performing maintenance on the SAMON Onion Lifter always switch the tractor engine off and
remove the key from the ignition.
4.1 Checks to be performed before use.
•Check the gear drive for leaks.
•Check the tire pressure. (4.5 Bar)
•Check the length of the PTO shaft (see 4.2)
•Check the protective cover of the PTO shaft for cracks.
•Check that the safety chains of the PTO shaft are mounted.
•Check if the locking clips and safety cords are in place.
•Check the drive chain for cracks and tears.
•Check the tension of the drive chain and do so regularly while in use.
•Check the harvest shaft for damage and wear.
•Check the sieve belt and drive wheels for damage and wear.
4.2 Shortening the PTO shaft.
If it should appear during inspection that the PTO shaft is too long, it can be shortened as follows:
•Connect the machine to the tractor
•Position the PTO shafts together as short as possible.
•Measure distance "A" of the PTO shafts.
•Measure distance "B" of the PTO shafts.
(See the illustration for the measuring points)
•Subtract length "A” from length "B"
•Shorten the PTO shaft with the result (see example)
Calculation example:
A=400 mm
B=450 mm
B(450) - A(400) = 50 mm +10 mm
Trimming length = 60 mm

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4.3 Connecting the SAMON Onion Lifter.
•Connect the machine to the tractor
•Attach the mechanical pins and confirm with the locking clips.
•Check that the top rod is free.
•Mount the PTO shaft (540 PTO).
•Put the safety chains of the protective cover of the PTO.
4.4 Inspection after ±5 metres.
•Check if the depth of the harvest shaft is correct.
•Check if the onions are damaged.
•Check if the collecting trays are adjusted correctly.
•Check if the coulter disks are adjusted correctly.
•Check that the top rod is free.
4.5 Inspection and maintenance after ± 5 ha.
•Inspect the sieve belt for cracks and tears.
•Check the tension of the drive chains and adjust if necessary.
•Check the tiller ends and the tillers for wear, particularly the bottom and inner sides. The tillers are
there to protect the frame of the SAMON Onion Lifter, so make sure to replace early to prevent
damage to the frame or bearings.
WARNING!!!
Due to the various compositions of soil types it is possible that the tillers could wear out faster. Inspect
them regularly to prevent damage to the SAMON Onion Lifter.

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5. Maintenance.
WARNING!!!
When performing maintenance on the SAMON Onion Lifter always switch the tractor engine off and
remove the key from the ignition.
5.1 Lubrication schedule.
Lubricate periodically to ensure that the SAMON Onion Lifter works optimally.
Schedule for lubricating the Samon Onion Lifter.
Lubricating point:
Interval:
Item:
A
3 hours
Harvest shaft
B
8 hours
Bearings, coulter disks, chains, chain tensioner,
wheels, pressure rollers.
C
50 hours
PTO shaft.

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5.2 Adjusting the shakers.
The shakers can be adjusted on the sieve belt by turning the handles on the side of the SAMON Onion Lifter.
Turn the handle to the left to increase the intensity of shaking.
5.3 Setting the collecting trays.
For adjusting the collecting trays.
•The space between the collecting trays can be adjusted by setting the collecting tray holder.
•Use bolt "A" to adjust the height of the collection tray holder.
•Use bolt "B" to adjust the angle of the collecting trays.
•Normally space "C" is about:
oTrack 1.5 m = 60 cm
oTrack 1.8 m = 70 cm
•Secure the bolts properly after completing the settings.

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5.4 Gear drive maintenance.
The gear drive is filled in the factory with gearbox oil (SAE 90).
NOTE!!!
The gearbox oil must be replaced every 2 years.
5.4.1 Topping up the gear drive oil.
•Make sure the SAMON Onion Lifter is standing on a flat, level surface.
•Remove the PTO shaft.
•Remove the plug at the rear of the gear drive.
•Fill the gear drive with oil (SAE 90) until oil starts coming from the plug.
•Put the plug back in place.
•Mount the PTO shaft
5.4.2 Replacing the gear drive oil.
•Remove the PTO shaft.
•Remove the drive shaft.
•Remove the gear drive from the frame.
•Remove the plug at the rear of the gear drive.
•Drain the gear drive and collect the oil in a container - make sure to dispose of it in ecologically
responsible manner.
•Put the gear drive back in the frame.
•Fill the gear drive with oil (SAE 90) until oil starts coming from the plug.
•Mount the plug.
•Mount the drive shaft.
•Mount the PTO shaft