Spudnik 5140 Owner's manual

OWNER’S / OPERATOR’S MANUAL
PART # 290027
MODEL 5140
4-ROW WINDROWER

Service Centers
Phone:[phone]-Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [email protected]
Web Site:www.spudnik.com
BLACKFOOT PASCO GRAFTON
584 West 100 North 5802 North Industrial Way 1410 12th St. West
P.O. Box 1045 Pasco, Wa. 99301 Grafton, Nd. 58237
Blackfoot, ID 83221 Phone [phone] Phone [phone]
Phone [phone] Fax [phone] Fax [phone]
Fax [phone]
HEYBURN PRESQUE ISLE
300 Centennial Dr. 110 Airport Dr.
Heyburn, ID 83336 Presque Isle, Me. 04769
Phone [phone] Phone [phone]
Fax [phone] Fax [phone]

TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
Introduction …………………………………………………………………………. 3
Warranty …………………………………………………………………………….. 4
Safety ……………………………………………………………………………….. 5
Safety Practices ……………………………………………………………………. 9
Safety Labels ……………………………………………………………………….. 10
Lubrication and Maintenance ....………………………………………………….. 11
Tractor power take-off and draw bar requirements …………………………….. 12
Machine parts breakdown
Table Of Contents ………………………………………………………………….. 13
Electrical Schematics ……………………………………………………………… 75
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INTRODUCTION
Welcome to the SPUDNIK line of potato handling equipment. We appreciate your
decision to make our equipment a part of your operation, and look forward to a long-term
partnership. We strive to put the best quality and workmanship into each of our machines,
and hope as you use your MODEL #5140, 4-ROW WINDROWER, that you will find this to
be true. This owner’s / operator’s manual has been prepared to aid you in safe operation
and service of your Windrower.
Read manual carefully to learn how to operate your machine safely and within
design limits of machine. Failure to do so could result in personal injury and/or damage to
machine.
This manual is an important part of this machine and should accompany it when
moved from location to location.
Warranty is provided as part of the SPUDNIK EQUIPMENT COMPANY LLC service
program for customers who operate and maintain their equipment as outlined in this
manual.
OWNER REGISTRATION
Name _____________________________________________
Address ___________________________________________
City ______________________________________________
State / Province _____________________________________
Country ___________________________________________
Model Number ____________ Serial Number _____________
Purchase Date _____________________________________
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WARRANTY POLICY
1- Warranty on all normal maintenance items such as; rollers, sprockets, roller chain, belt
lacing, bearing etc. will be for one season (Not to exceed vendor warranty). A season
being 720 Hr. not to exceed 183 days. All other materials and workmanship will be
warranted for one full year from date of purchase. (Some components carry more than
a one-year warranty from the vendor; this will be passed on to the customer where
applicable.)
2- No warranty payment will be made for failure of the customer to operate and maintain
the machine according to proper procedures, written or customary. Machines must be
used within reasonable limits.
3- All warranty must be completed within one year of purchase unless an agreement is
made with Spudnik Equipment Company LCC to do otherwise, prior to the end of the
year.
4- No warranty payments will be made without a REQUEST FOR WARRANTY
PAYMENT signed by the customer, and all faulty parts are returned to Spudnik
Equipment Company LLC.
5- All paint will be warranted for one year only. Paint warranty must be done within the
first twelve months of purchase. Rock chips and other abuse to the painted surface will
not be considered for warranty payment. When warranting workmanship or paint on
equipment Spudnik reserves the right to determine whether whole or part of the
machine will be warranted. Items paint will be warranted for;
a- Insufficient coverage.
b- Failure of the paint, due to the use of incorrect product or incorrect application of
product.
c- Excessive runs and imperfections. Runs will not be sufficient to constitute warranty
unless they affect more than 15% of the paint on the machine.
6- No warranty on motors or electrical components, unless;
a- Approved by vendor (our source of supply).
b- Spudnik installed incorrect components.
c- Spudnik incorrectly installed components.
7- Spudnik Equipment Company LLC must approve all exceptions to this policy.
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SAFETY
You are responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of your SPUDNIK
Windrower. All operators and anyone doing work or maintenance on Windrower must be
trained in the operation, maintenance procedures and related SAFETY information
contained in this manual. All operators and maintenance personnel must receive this
training at least annually to be in compliance with OSHA regulation 1928.57. This manual
is a guide to good safety practices that should be followed while operating Windrower.
The operator is the most important safety device on the Windrower. It is the
operators responsibly to read and understand ALL operating and safety instructions in
manual.
ANY UNAUTHORIZED MODIFICATIONS TO MACHINE IS CONSIDERED A
BREACH OF CONTRACT AND REMOVES ALL LIABILITY FROM MANUFACTURER.
Unauthorized modification may impair function of machine and/or safety and could affect
the life and warranty of the Windrower.
THINK SAFETY! WORK SAFELY!
THE LIFE YOU SAVE MAY BE YOUR OWN!
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SAFETY
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL
THE SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL MEANS:
ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
The SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL identifies important safety information on the safety
LABELS and in this manual. When you see this symbol be alert to the possibility of
personal injury or death.
SIGNAL WORDS:
DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION are signal words with messages:
DANGER: An immediate and specific hazard, which WILL result in severe
injury or death if proper precautions are not taken.
WARNING: A specific hazard or unsafe practice, which COULD result in severe
injury or death if proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION: Unsafe practices, which COULD result in personal injury if proper
precautions are not taken.
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SAFETY PRACTICES
GENERAL SAFETY PRACTICES
x The primary responsibility for safe operation of the Spudnik Windrower lies with the
owner/operator.
x OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) requires that all operators be
trained at the time of initial assignment, and annually thereafter by the employer, in the
safe operation of the Windrower.
x Read and understand the operator manual before operating, maintaining, or adjusting
Windrower.
x Untrained individuals and children should not be allowed on or around Windrower at
anytime.
x Keep hands, feet, long hair, and clothing away from moving and/or rotating parts.
x Never wear ill-fitting baggy, or frayed clothing when working around or on any drive
system component.
x Do not attempt to service, lubricate, clean or adjust Windrower while it is running.
x Inspect all mechanisms before starting Windrower and replace all worn or damaged
parts.
x Make sure all guards and shields are properly installed and secured before operating
Windrower.
x Replace all worn or missing bolts with SAE Grade 5 or better unless specifically stated
otherwise.
HYDRAULIC SAFETY PRACTICES
x Before applying pressure to the system make sure all components, fittings, steel lines,
and hoses are tight and undamaged.
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SAFETY PRACTICES
x Remove or safely block all loads that are supported by hydraulic cylinders before
loosening any hydraulic line, fitting, or hose.
x Wear proper eye and hand protection and use wood or cardboard as a backstop when
looking for hydraulic leaks.
x A high-pressure hydraulic leak can ignite if exposed to an open flame or spark.
x Seek immediate medical attention if hydraulic fluid pierces the skin, or a serious toxic
reaction or infection could result.
PTO (POWER TAKE-OFF) SAFETY PRACTICES
x Do not remove or modify protective shields or guards.
x Do not step across PTO shaft or drive line or use it as a step.
x Replace all damaged or missing parts or shields with the correct original manufacturer
parts.
x Grease, clean, and maintain PTOs as per original manufacturer specifications.
TRANSPORTING SAFETY PRACTICES
x Towing speed should not exceed 20 MPH due to farm rated tires and wheels.
x Towing vehicle should weigh no less than half the weight of the towed Windrower.
x The slow moving vehicle sign along with any other lights and reflectors required by the
local highway and transport authority, must be in place.
x Lights must be clean and visible by overtaking and oncoming traffic.
x Keep the towing vehicle and the Windrower under control when going down long
and/or steep grades.
x Do not allow riders on Windrower during transportation.
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SAFETY PRACTICES
OPERATING SAFETY PRACTICES
x Do not allow riders on Windrower during field operation .
x Be careful when operating Windrower on uneven terrain, hillsides, or near ditches to
avoid the potential of overturning the Windrower.
x Use only recommended tractor sizes with proper weight and equipment for operating
the Windrower.
x Never stand between the tractor and the Windrower when tractor is backing up for
hook-up.
x Hitch pin should be the correct size and equipped with a retainer to prevent unhitching.
x Shut the tractor off when connecting the Windrower PTO and hydraulics.
x Make certain the tractor PTO is off before starting the tractor with the Windrower
hooked up.
x Engage the PTO slowly with the tractor at the lowest RPM that it can operate and still
starts the load. After engaging the PTO bring the RPMs up to the recommended
speed.
x Make sure that all persons are away from the rear of the Windrower when backing up.
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SAFETY LABELS
x Keep safety labels clean and legible at all times.
x Replace safety labels that are missing or have become illegible.
x When replacing a part that displays a safety label, make sure that the new part also
displays the safety label.
x Safety labels are available from your dealer parts dept.
HOW TO INSTALL SAFETY LABELS
1. Be sure the installation area is clean and dry.
2. Decide on the exact position before you remove the backing paper.
3. Remove the smallest portion of the split backing paper.
4. Align the label over the specified area and carefully position the small portion with the
exposed sticky backing in place.
5. Slowly peel back the remaining paper and carefully smooth the remaining portion of the
label in place.
6. Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin and smoothed using the piece of label
backing paper.
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LUBRICATION AND MAINTENANCE
x All wheel bearings and wheel hubs should be greased and packed at least once a
year.
x Check wheel lug nuts daily.
x Check tire pressure daily (for 19.5L-16.1 12 PLY tire - 36 P.S.I.)
(for 11L-15 12 PLY gauge wheel - 52 P.S.I.)
x Oil in gearboxes must be checked every hundred hours of operation.
x Oil should be changed when it becomes dirty and/or contaminated.
x To avoid contamination of product all hydraulic fittings must be checked daily for leaks
and replaced or tightened as necessary.
x All bearings are of sealed type and are lubricated by manufacturer. Bearings will only
need to be greased at start of season. Over greasing sealed bearings will result in seal
being broken and rapid failure of bearing. If seal is broken, bearing should be greased
daily until replaced. One pump of grease at start of season is sufficient.
x PTO Drive shaft slip tube should be greased daily or every 10 (Ten) hours of operation.
x PTO Drive shaft U-joint & other U-joints should be greased every other day or every 20
(Twenty) hours of operation.
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TRACTOR POWER TAKE-OFF AND DRAWBAR REQUIREMENTS
The windrower has been engineered to meet the ASAE Standard S203.12 for TYPE 3 Tractors. Refer
to the illustration below for specific measurements.
Tractor Power Take-off and Drawbar
Nominal Diameter 1-3/4 in ( 45 mm)
Standard Operating Speed - r/min. 1000(+ -) 25
K. Hitch pin hole diameter, min.......................................................................................1.31 (33.1)
L. Auxiliary hole diameter................................................................................................0.68 (17.3)
M. Auxiliary hole spacing.............................................................................4.0 (102) (+-) 0.03 (0.8)
N. Hitch pin and clevis clearance plane below PTO shaft center line, min........................6.5 (165)
P. Hitch pin and clevis clearance plane from hitch pin centerline, min...............................8.0 (203)
R Horizontal distance from hitch pin to tire OD***
Preferred Min....................................................................................................................1.0 (25)
Permissible forward of tire OD........................................................................................1.0 (25)
S. Height of drawbar with popular tires
Maximum PTO power
Up to 160 hp (119 KW)..................................................................... 13.0 (330) to 20.0 (598)
Over 125 hp (93 KW)...................................................................... 15.0 (381) to 22.0 (599)
T. End of PTO shaft to hitch pin hole.................................................................................20.0(598)
U Top drawbar to PTO centerline:
Preferred................................................................................................................10.0 (254)
Minimum...................................................................................................................8.0 (203)
Maximum.................................................................................................................12.0 (305)
Dimensions Associated with Drawbar and Power Take-off*
*Dimensions are in inches (mm)
*** largest code R 1 tire specified for use by the tractor manufacture.
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MACHINE PARTS BREAKDOWN
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE
BELTED CHAIN OPTIONS W-0 23-26
COULTER HUB ASSEMBLY & BLADE OPTION W-26 57
COULTER SIDE HYDRAULIC CYLINDER ASSEMBLY H-4 70
COULTER WIDE ASSEMBLY W-27-A 58
COULTER NARROW ASSEMBLY W-27-B 59
COULTER THIRD ASSEMBLY (OPTION) W-30 62
COULTER THIRD HYDRAULIC CYLINDER ASSEMBLY (OPTION) H-8 74
DIGGER NOSE BLADE ASSEMBLY DOG TONGUE-BHL W-3 29
DIGGER NOSE BLADE ASSEMBLY ROCK POINT W-4 30
DIGGER NOSE ROLLER AND WEAR PLATE ASSEMBLIES W-5 31
DIGGER NOSE ROLLER ASSEMBLIES W-6 32
DIGGER NOSE 4-CHAIN ROLLER ASSEMBLY W-8 34
DIGGER NOSE BELTED CHAIN DRIVE ASSEMBLY W-9 38
DRIVE SPROCKET AND CHAIN FOR PRIMARY CHAIN, SECONDARY
CHAIN, AND VINE CHAIN DRIVE ASSEMBLIES W-14 44
DRIVE SPROCKET AND CHAIN ON DISCHARGE SIDE OF
WINDROWER, FOR PRIMARY CHAIN, SECONDARY CHAIN, AND VINE
CHAIN DRIVE ASSEMBLIES W-15 45
ELECTRICAL CONTROL BOX ASSEMBLY EW-1 77
ELECTRICAL BOX ASSEMBLY EW-2 78
ELECTRICAL SCHEMATICS ……... 79
EURO DIGGER NOSE BLADE ASSEMBLY E-1 35
EURO DIGGER NOSE 2-CHAIN ROLLER ASSEMBLY E-2 36
EURO DIGGER NOSE 4-CHAIN ROLLER ASSEMBLY E-3 37
GAGE WHEEL ASSEMBLY (OPTION) W-31 63
PTO, DRIVE LINE, MAIN GEARBOX & TOW HITCH ASSEMBLIES W-12 41-42
PRIMARY CHAIN, SECONDARY CHAIN, AND DRIVE CHAIN ASSY. W-13 43
REAR CROSS CHAIN LET DOWN ASSEMBLY (STANDARD) W-22 52
REAR CROSS CHAIN LET DOWN ASSEMBLY (EXTENDED) W-23 53
REAR CROSS DISCHARGE SPEED CONTROL ASSEMBLY (OPTION H-10 76
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MACHINE PARTS BREAKDOWN
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION PAGE.
REAR CROSS DISCHARGE HYDRAULIC CYLINDER ASSEMBLY H-7 72
REAR CROSS HYDRAULIC DRIVE ASSEMBLY H-5 71
SAFETY LABELS SL-1-3 15-17
SAFETY LABEL PLACEMENTS SL-4-6 18-20
SECONDARY CHAIN DRIVE SHAFT ASSEMBLY W-18 48
SECONDARY CHAIN ROLLER SIDE ASSEMBLIES W-19 49
SHAKER HYDRAULIC CYLINDER ASSEMBLY H-2 66
SHAKER HYDRAULIC ROLLER DRIVE ASSEMBLY (OPTION) H-9 75
SHAKER HYDRAULIC RUBBER ROLLER ASSEMBLY (OPTION) W-11 40
SHIELD ASSEMBLIES SH-1-2 21,22
SNAPPER ROLLER ASSEMBLY (OPTION) W-32 64
STEERING AXLE ASSEMBLY W-25 55,56
STEERING CONTROL GAGE ASSEMBLY W-28 60
STEERING HYDRAULIC CYLINDER ASSEMBLY H-6 72
SUPPORT WHEEL (OFF SET HITCH OPTION W-33 65
VINE CHAIN IDLER MOUNT & 80P48T SLIPCLUTCH ASSEMBLY W-17 47
VINE CHAIN SHAFT ASSEMBLY W-21 51
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SL-1
SAFETY LABELS
ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION QTY
1 300087 LABEL,WARNING,EXPOSED,DRIVE,CAN CAUSE 1
2 300086 LABEL,CAUTION,MOVING,DRIVES,CAN CAUSE 1
3 300089 LABEL,CAUTION,LOW,SPEED,TIRE,CAN,CAUSE 1
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SL-2
SAFETY LABELS
ITEM # PART # DESCRIPTION QTY
4 300091 LABEL,DANGER,ROTATING,DRIVELINES,(VERT) 1
5 300094 LABEL,WARNING,MOVING,MACHINERY,CAN,CAUSE 1
6 300092 LABEL,DANGER,ROTATING,DRIVELINES,(HORZ) 1
7 290043 MANUAL,ADMA SAFTY #56-15123 1
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