Standen BX Series User manual

BEDFORMER
BX SERIES
Standen Engineering Limited.
Hereward Works,
Station Road, Ely,
Cambridgeshire.
CB7 4BP
England.
Tel: [phone] www.standen.co.uk Fax: [phone]

IMPORTANT
• This operator’s handbook should be regarded as part of the
machine. Suppliers of both new and second-hand machines
are advised to retain documentary evidence that this handbook
was supplied along with the machine.
• On installation of the machine (i.e. starting off in the field), the
New Machine Installation Record Card should be completed by
the dealer/distributor and be countersigned by the customer.
The document is proof that the correct procedures have been
followed.
• The New Machine Installation Record Card should be returned
to Standen Engineering Limited within 7 days of installation.
Failure to do so may invalidate the machine warranty.
On delivery, check that the machine is as ordered and has not been damaged in
transit. Please report any shortfall to your Standen dealer.
The contents of this handbook, although correct at the time of publication, may be
subject to alteration by the manufacturers without prior notice.
Standen Engineering Limited operate a policy of continual product development.
Therefore, some illustrations and/or text within this publication may differ from your
machine.
The copyright of this handbook is the property of Standen Engineering Limited,
Hereward Works, Station Road, Ely, Cambridgeshire. CB7 4BP. This handbook is
issued on the condition that it must not be used, copied or exhibited without their
written permission.

1.1 INTRODUCTION
Introduction to the Handbook
This handbook provides the information for the operation, adjustment and
maintenance of your Standen BX SERIES BEDFORMER. To enable you to
achieve the best results from the machine, the manufacturer recommends that you
read the handbook thoroughly prior to using the machine for the first time.
Record below the details of your machine:
Dealer’s Name:
Address:
Telephone No:
Machine Serial No:
Date Purchased:
Date Started Work:
Throughout this handbook the terms 'front', 'rear', 'left hand' (LH), 'right hand' (RH)
are derived from the tractor drivers position facing forward in the normal direction
of travel. Adjustments to the machine may have to be made singly or in
combination according to soil conditions.
Always allow the machine to settle to a new setting before making further
adjustments.
Recommended lubrication and maintenance instructions are included in this
handbook and if followed will help to keep the machine in a safe working condition.
Warranty
Should the machine suffer any faults or defects within the warranty period, please
contact your dealer. The warranty shall be effective only if the dealer is informed of
any such defect as soon as practicable upon discovery.
This symbol indicates important safety messages within this handbook.
When you see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of injury to yourself
or others and/or damage to the machine and carefully read the message
that follows.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1.2
Safety
The BX SERIES BEDFORMERS have been designed to comply with current
Safety Regulations. However, as with all farm machinery there will be inherent
dangers whilst operating and carrying out maintenance on the machine. The
following list of precautions should therefore be brought to the attention of all
persons operating and working on the machine. The list is not exhaustive. All
farm machinery is potentially dangerous and great care must be exercised by the
operators at all times. Standen Engineering Limited will not accept liability for
damage or injury caused by their products except when such liability is specifically
imposed by English statute.
Operation
The machine must never be operated by untrained personnel or
children.
Never set machinery in motion without giving prior notice.
Ensure that everyone in the vicinity is aware of your intentions.
Never allow children in the vicinity where machines are working.
Before carrying out any work on the machine, lower the machine to the
ground, switch off the tractor engine, apply the handbrake, remove the
ignition key.
Normal safe working procedures should be adopted at all times.
Reduce speed when transporting the machine on sloping ground .
The working area should be kept clear and free of obstructions at all times.
Do not work on ground where there is a possibility of overturning, or
across steep slopes.
Never operate the machine with the auto-reset leg locking arms in the
locked position as serious damage may occur.

1.3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Transport
Be alert for hidden obstructions. Should the machine hit an
obstruction, stop and check for damage before proceeding.
Wear substantial or proper safety footwear. Wear gloves when handling
the implement or parts with sharp edges.
The operator must not leave the tractor seat until the machine has
been lowered to the ground, the tractor engine switched off, the
handbrake applied and the ignition key removed.
Never reverse or turn unless the machine is in the fully raised position.
All guards, covers, warning transfers and safety devices must be
correctly fitted and operable at all times.
Inspect the machine on a regular basis and replace
damaged or worn parts
as necessary.
Never operate the machine in a state of disrepair.
When in transport, the side arms and marker arms must be locked in the
raised position.
Only transport the machine at a speed suitable to the prevailing
conditions. Be aware of the weight and overall length of the machine at
all times.
To avoid collision with the tractor cab, always reset and secure the depth
wheels into the transport position before folding the side arms.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 1.4
Maintenance
When left free standing, i.e. not attached to the tractor, the machine
must be on level ground, supported using the stands supplied. If fitted
with auto-reset legs, the legs must be locked prior to detaching from
the tractor.
Never work under the machine when its in the raised position.
Inspect the hydraulic hoses and fittings for cuts and abrasions. Replace
immediately.
Regularly lubricate the machine and check the tightness of all nuts and
bolts.
Always use mechanical or additional help when lifting heavy parts.
Safety is the responsibility of the persons working with this machine.
Think 'Safety' at all times. Read and remember the contents of this
handbook.
When folding or unfolding the machine for transport, always ensure
everyone in the vicinity is aware of your intentions.
On machines fitted with auto-reset legs the accumulator manifold unit
contains gas at extremely high pressures and should not be tampered
with. Never attempt to service or remove any manifold fittings including
the pressure gauge.

1.5 OPERATION
Connecting to the Tractor
The 2-bodied, 3-bodied and 4-bodied BX Series Bedformers are designed to be
fitted to the rear 3 point linkage of the tractor. When fitting to the tractor, the
machine must be standing on hard, level ground. Ensuring the depth wheels (4-
bodied machines only) do not come into contact with the tractor cab, slowly
reverse the tractor up to the Bedformer and engage the lower link arms onto the
bottom lift lugs. If required, a linkage spacer kit is available through your Standen
Dealer. Fit the top link and adjust to level the Bedformer. The tractor lower link arm
check chains should be set to allow some sideways float.
Once mounted to the tractor connect the hydraulic hoses as follows:
On a 2 or 3-bodied Bedformer connect the two hoses from each marker ram to
two separate double acting spool valves on the tractor. On a 4-bodied Bedformer
connect the two hoses for the folding side arms to one double acting spool valve,
and connect the two remaining hoses for the outer ridger bodies and disc markers
to another double acting spool valve (pressure hose marked red).
The stands (item1, fig 1) at the front of the Bedformer must be raised
before commencing work. If auto-reset legs are fitted, the leg locking
arms (item 1, fig 2) will need to be set into the working position.
When disconnected from the tractor always ensure the stands are
reset and leg locking arms locked to support the machine.
Unfolding for Work (4-bodied machine)
1. Remove the arm locking pins (item 2, fig 1).
2. Lower the side arms.
3. Re-position the locking pins into the working position (item 3, fig 1).
4. Unlock the auto-reset legs (if fitted).
5. Rotate the depth wheels into their working position and secure.
Folding for Transport (4-bodied machine)
1. Remove the arm locking pins (item 3, fig 2).
2. Fold the depth wheels into their transport position and secure.
3. Fold the disc markers into their transport position.
4. Raise the side arms.
5. Finally, fit the locking pins into the transport position (item 2, fig 2).
Fig 1 Fig 2

OPERATION 1.6
When actuating the side arms always ensure everyone in the vicinity
is aware of your intentions.
Outer Ridger Half-Depth/Full-Depth Parallel Linkage
To minimise frame stress, the 4-bodied Bedformer has automatic depth
adjustment (half depth to full depth) on the outer ridger bodies. This promotes
equal pulling forces across the machine, making the tractor more controllable and
easier to drive in a straight line. Operation is fully automatic, activated when the
markers are changed over by the driver at the ends of the field. The tap (item 1, fig
3) on top of the parallel linkage ram allows the ridger to be locked in position.
The working height of the outer ridger bodies can be adjusted by repositioning the
ram pin (item 1, fig 4) into a different hole. Moving the pin into a higher hole will
raise the ridger body, reducing the overall working depth.
Marker Arm and Parallel Linkage Circuit (4-bodied machine)
The marker and parallel linkage hydraulic circuit is designed so that when an outer
ridger body is in the raised position the adjacent marker arm is in the lowered
position. If the ridger and markers get out of sequence the marker arm taps (item
2, fig 3) can be used to re-sequence them. When in work the marker arm taps
should be in the unlocked position (as shown).
To Prepare the Markers for Work:
1. Unlock one of the marker arms by opening the tap (item 2, fig 3).
2 . Actuate the hydraulics to lower the marker arm.
3. Unlock the other marker arm by opening its supply tap.
4. Actuate the hydraulics to lower the marker arm. The other marker should
simultaneously raise.
To Prepare the Markers for Transport
1. Lock the raised marker arm by closing the tap (item 2, fig 3).
2. Actuate the hydraulics to raise the other marker arm.
3. Lock this marker arm in the raised position by closing its supply tap.
Fig 3 Fig 4

1.7 OPERATION
When actuating the markers ensure everyone in the vicinity is aware
of your intentions.
Disc Markers
The markers can be adjusted to suit various marking settings. To adjust, slacken
the retaining bolts (item 1, fig 5) and slide the disc to the required position and re-
tighten. The width of furrow that the disc makes can be varied by slackening the
two locking bolts (item 2, fig 5) and rotating the disc to the desired position.
Each disc arm (item 3, fig 5) is fitted with a rubber torsion block (item 4, fig 5)
which allows the disc to ride over any obstructions. Disc height and pressure can
be increased/decreased by loosening the fixing bolts (item 5, fig 5) and rotating the
disc arm in the slots and retightening.
During transport the marker ram taps (item 6, fig 5) must be set in
the locked position.
Depth Wheels
The depth wheels (4-bodied machines only) control the depth at which the ridger
bodies work. To alter the working depth, loosen the adjustable link locking tab
(item 1, fig 6) and turn the link bar (item 2, fig 6). Adjust both depth wheels evenly.
The depth wheels have a working position (as shown in figure 6) and a transport
position. To set for transport, remove the locking pin (item 3, fig 6) and swing the
depth wheel through 90°. Resecure with the locking pin.
To avoid collision with the tractor cab, always set depth wheels into
the transport position before raising the side arms.
The wheel scraper (item 4, fig 6) should be set as close to the surface of the tyre
as possible without fouling it.
Fig 5
4
Fig 6
4

OPERATION 1.8
Ridger Bodies
The ridgers bodies are protected by either a shearbolt device or an auto-reset
device. Both devices prevent damage to the machine by allowing the ridger body
to pivot backwards when hitting an obstruction. With the shearbolt device, as the
name suggests, the grooved shearbolt (item 1, fig 7) breaks allowing the ridger to
pivot up over the obstruction. Once the obstruction is clear the shearbolt must be
replaced. With the auto-reset device the ridger body will pivot up and then
automatically return to its working position once the obstruction has cleared.
Always replace a broken shearbolt with a genuine Standen
replacement. When fitting the new shearbolt, for it to function
correctly, the nyloc nut must be on the ‘spacer side’ of the leg
mounting bracket (item 2, fig 7). Failure to observe the above
precautions may cause damage to the machine.
Auto-Reset Leg Hydraulic Pressure
There are two hydraulic systems within the auto-reset leg circuit. One system sets
the pressure at which the ridger bodies release (break-back pressure) and the
other sets the accumulator pressure which re-sets the ridging bodies once the
obstruction has cleared (accumulator gas pressure). The pressures can be set to
suit various field conditions using the table below. Setting the gas and break-back
pressures is easily done using the tractor hydraulics. No special tools are required.
WARNING: The accumulator manifold unit (item 1, fig 8) contains
gas at extremely high pressures and should not be tampered with.
Never attempt to service or remove any manifold fittings including
the pressure gauge. For service contact your Standen Dealer.
Setting the accumulator unit gas pressure:
The accumulator gas pressure must be set before the break-back pressure. The
standard accumulator unit supplied with the machine is pre-set at 85 bar, therefore
the minimum gas pressure possible will be 85 bar (see table below). If a lower gas
pressure is required, additional accumulator manifold units are available through
your Standen Dealer.
Fig 7

1.9 OPERATION
Before setting the gas pressure, the pressure within the break-back circuit must be
released. To do this:
1. Ensure the flow valve (item 2, fig 8) is fully closed and then connect the hose
(item 3, fig 8) to the tractor spool valve.
2. Set the spool valve to ‘lower’ to allow a return flow (if using a tractor switch off
the engine).
3. The pressure gauge (item 4, fig 8) indicates the pressure within the break-back
circuit. Dump the pressure by opening the flow valve (item 2, fig 8) until the
gauge reads ‘0 bar’ then disconnect the hose (item 3, fig 8).
The accumulator gas pressure can now be set as follows:
4. Ensure the flow valve (item 5, fig 8) is fully closed and then connect the hose
(item 6, fig 8) to the spool valve. Accumulator unit gas pressure is indicated on
the gauge (item 7, fig 8). With no hydraulic pressure within the break-back
circuit the indicated pressure is the pre-set pressure of the accumulator unit.
5. To increase the gas pressure, set the spool valve to ‘neutral’ and open the flow
valve (item 5, fig 8). Operate the spool valve and pressurise the system until
the gas pressure gauge (item 7, fig 8) reads 10 bar above the required setting
and then close the flow valve (item 5, fig 8).
6. Set the spool valve to ‘lower’ to allow a return flow (if using a tractor switch off
the engine).
7. Slowly reduce the gas pressure to the required setting (e.g. 95 bar) by
fractionally opening the flow valve (item 5, fig 8). Tightly close the flow valve
when reached.
8. Disconnect the hose (item 6, fig 8) from the spool valve.
The break-back pressure can now be set.
Setting the break-back pressure:
For the auto-reset break-back system to function correctly, the hydraulic pressure
within the break-back circuit must be matched to the gas pressure within the
accumulator unit (item 1, fig 8).
1. Connect the hose (item 3, fig 8) to the spool valve and open the flow valve
(item 2, fig 8).
2. Operate the tractor spool valve and pressurise the system until the gauge (item
4, fig 8) reads approximately 10 bar above the required operating pressure and
then close the flow valve (item 2, fig 8).
Note: The accumulator pressure gauge will also rise to equal the break-back
pressure.
3. Set the spool valve to 'lower' to allow a return flow (if using a tractor switch off
the engine).
4. Slowly reduce the system pressure to the required setting (e.g. 114 bar) by
fractionally opening the flow valve (item 2, fig 8). Tightly close the flow valve
when reached.
5. Finally, disconnect the hose (item 3, fig 8) from the spool valve.

Fig 8
OPERATION 1.10
Accumulator gas pressure
(set with no break-back pressure)
Break-back oil pressure
(set after gas pressure)
70 bar 84 bar
75 bar 90 bar
80 bar 96 bar
85 bar 102 bar
90 bar 108 bar
95 bar 114 bar
100 bar 120 bar
105 bar 126 bar
110 bar 132 bar

Fig 9
1.11 OPERATION
Bed Loosening Tines
Optional bed loosening tines can be fitted to promote a better bed structure. The
tines (item 1, fig 9) are mounted between the ridging bodies and on optional
outriggers if fitted. The working depth of the tines is adjusted by repositioning the
tine bracket (item 2, fig 9) to align with a different set of holes.
On 4-bodied machines the outer sets of tines are designed to fold so reducing the
width of the machine for transport.
To fold the tines for transport:
1. Raise the side arms.
2. Remove the two locking pins (item 3, fig 9).
3. Pivot the tine unit inwards until the locking pin hole aligns with the transport
position hole.
4. Reinsert the locking pins (item 3, fig 9) and secure.
The tine units are very heavy and should always be folded and
unfolded with the side arms in the raised position.
On 4-bodied machines, additional depth adjustment can be achieved by moving
the mounting beam pivot bolts and locking pins (item 3, fig 9) to align with a
different set holes in the mounting bracket. The pivot bolt and locking pin locations
will need to be swapped so that the outer units can still fold up for transport.
Subsoilers
Optional subsoilers can be positioned in front of the ridger bodies. They have two
uses, firstly to break up soil in front of the ridger and secondly to help keep the unit
in a straight line when in use. The subsoiler leg is adjustable for height and is
protected by a shearbolt. There are two choices of foot available, a chisel foot and
a bullet foot.
Always replace a broken shearbolt with a genuine Standen
replacement. Failure to observe the above precaution may cause
damage to the machine.

OPERATION 1.12
To assemble the subsoiler to the unit:
1. Remove the ridger body assemblies from the 'A' frame. Great care is
needed when doing this as they are awkward to manoeuvre. It may be
beneficial to fit one subsoiler at a time.
Always use mechanical or additional help when lifting heavy parts.
2. Place the subsoiler mounting beam with the large 20mm holes against the
beam of the 'A' frame and fix loosely using the flange and four bolt fixings.
3. Adjust to the correct centres required then tighten securely against the 'A'
frame.
4. Place the subsoiler leg between the two plates of the mounting beam.
5. With the leg at the desired height, insert the pivot bolt in the upper hole and
the shearbolt and bushes in the lower hole and tighten accordingly.
6. The ridger body assembly can now be reattached to the rear plate on the
mounting beam with the fixings supplied.

1.13 MAINTENANCE
Dismantling an Auto-Reset Leg
The auto-reset leg hydraulic circuit is under pressure even with the
machine at rest. Therefore, before breaking into any pipework the
pressure within the break-back circuit must be released.
Before releasing the pressure, ensure the reset legs are locked using
the leg locking arms (item 1, fig 2) mounted under each leg.
1. Ensure the flow valve (item 2, fig 8) is fully closed and then connect the
hose (item 3, fig 8) to the tractor spool valve.
2. Set the spool valve to ‘lower’ to allow a return flow (if using a tractor switch
off the engine).
3. The pressure gauge (item 4, fig 8) indicates the pressure within the break-
back circuit. Dump the pressure by opening the flow valve (item 2, fig 8)
until the gauge reads ‘0 bar’
4. Finally, disconnect the hose (item 3, fig 8).
WARNING: The accumulator manifold unit (item 1, fig 8) contains
gas at extremely high pressures and should not be tampered with.
Never attempt to service or remove any manifold fittings including
the pressure gauge. For service contact your Standen Dealer.
When refilling the break-back circuit with oil all air must be expelled from the
system. This can be carried out (one ram at a time) by loosening the drain plug
fitted to the bottom of each reset ram. It may be necessary to loosen the top hose
connection slightly to release all air from the ram body. Once all air has been
expelled from the ram retighten the fittings. Repeat for each reset ram.
Lubrication
Regular lubrication will ensure that the machine will provide a long and efficient
service life. Depending on soil and weather conditions the frequency of lubrication
will vary. Apply grease to all pivot points, slideways and exposed threads etc. to
ensure they operate easily and remain free of corrosion. Bright surfaces such as
the ridger mouldboards, hydraulic cylinder rods etc. should be smeared with
grease or an anti-rust agent after work to prevent corrosion.

SPECIFICATIONS 1.14
BX Series Bedformer Specifications
Model 2-bodied
shearbolt
2-bodied
auto-reset
3-bodied
shearbolt
3-bodied
auto-reset
4-bodied
shearbolt
4-bodied
auto-reset
Bed
widths 1.5–2.0 m 1.5–2.0 m 1.5–2.0 m 1.5–2.0 m 1.6–2.0 m 1.6–2.0 m
Tractor
HP 120 120 165 165 180 180