Steketee EC-RIDGER 7 User manual

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
HOEING MACHINE
EC-RIDGER
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and can be accessed by all users..
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Keep these instructions for the entire service life of the machine.
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Pass these instructions to all users / owners.
Original instructions
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Table of contents
1 About these instructions....................................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Introduction......................................................................................................................................................... 1
1.2 Target groups...................................................................................................................................................... 2
1.3 Applied symbols................................................................................................................................................ 2
1.3.1 Design of warning signs.............................................................................................................................. 2
1.3.2 Signal words and hazard statements...................................................................................................... 3
1.3.3 Warning of property damage.................................................................................................................... 3
1.3.4 Other notices and information.................................................................................................................. 3
1.3.5 Symbols and text markings........................................................................................................................ 4
1.3.6 Direction specications................................................................................................................................ 4
1.4 Further applicable documents..................................................................................................................... 5
2 Safety.............................................................................................................................................................................. 6
2.1 Intended use........................................................................................................................................................ 6
2.2 Personnel qualication requirements........................................................................................................ 8
2.3 Hazardous areas................................................................................................................................................. 8
2.4 Workplaces and passengers........................................................................................................................ 10
2.5 Technically perfect condition..................................................................................................................... 11
2.6 Safe handling.................................................................................................................................................... 12
2.6.1 Personal protective equipment.............................................................................................................. 12
2.6.2 Driving the tractor-machine combination......................................................................................... 13
2.7 Safety devices and labels............................................................................................................................. 13
3 Design and description........................................................................................................................................ 15
3.1 Machine overview........................................................................................................................................... 15
3.2 Machine safety................................................................................................................................................. 17
3.2.1 Meaning of the labels................................................................................................................................. 17
3.2.2 Safety devices............................................................................................................................................... 20
3.3 Type plate.......................................................................................................................................................... 21
3.4 Headstock.......................................................................................................................................................... 22
3.5 Wheels and rollers........................................................................................................................................... 22
3.6 Hoeing elements............................................................................................................................................. 24
3.7 Tools .................................................................................................................................................................... 26
4 Attaching.................................................................................................................................................................... 29
4.1 Checking suitability of the tractor............................................................................................................. 29
4.2 Preparations on the tractor......................................................................................................................... 30
4.3 Mounting the machine................................................................................................................................. 31
5 Road travel................................................................................................................................................................. 34
5.1 Information on road travel........................................................................................................................... 34
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5.2 Preparing for road travel.............................................................................................................................. 35
6 Operation................................................................................................................................................................... 36
6.1 Basic procedure............................................................................................................................................... 36
6.2 Basic operation................................................................................................................................................. 37
6.2.1 Lifting and lowering the hoeing elements mechanically............................................................. 37
6.2.2 Lifting and lowering the Combi-Element hydraulically................................................................. 39
6.3 Changing the setup state............................................................................................................................. 40
6.3.1 Replacing the toolbar - EC-Ridger 9...................................................................................................... 40
6.4 Adjusting the machine.................................................................................................................................. 43
6.4.1 Required adjustments prior to operation........................................................................................... 43
6.4.2 Aligning the hoeing machine with support wheels ...................................................................... 45
6.4.3 Aligning the hoeing machine without support wheels ............................................................... 48
6.4.4 Checking and adjusting distances of the hoeing elements......................................................... 49
6.4.5 Selecting and adjusting tools.................................................................................................................. 52
6.4.6 Adjusting the working depth of the hoeing elements.................................................................. 56
6.5 Test run............................................................................................................................................................... 57
6.6 Working with the machine.......................................................................................................................... 57
7 Cleaning and care................................................................................................................................................... 60
7.1 After working in the eld.............................................................................................................................. 60
7.2 Cleaning with high-pressure cleaner....................................................................................................... 60
8 Detaching................................................................................................................................................................... 61
8.1 Preparing detaching...................................................................................................................................... 61
8.2 Detaching the machine................................................................................................................................ 61
9 Maintenance and repair work.......................................................................................................................... 62
9.1 Maintaining the machine properly........................................................................................................... 62
9.1.1 Preparations.................................................................................................................................................. 62
9.1.2 During the maintenance and repair..................................................................................................... 62
9.2 Maintenance..................................................................................................................................................... 63
9.2.1 Maintenance schedule............................................................................................................................... 63
9.2.2 Tractor connection...................................................................................................................................... 64
9.2.3 Frame............................................................................................................................................................... 64
9.2.4 Checking safety devices............................................................................................................................ 65
9.2.5 Hydraulics....................................................................................................................................................... 65
9.2.6 Electrics............................................................................................................................................................ 66
9.2.7 Soil working tools........................................................................................................................................ 66
9.3 Lubricating......................................................................................................................................................... 67
9.3.1 Lubrication schedule.................................................................................................................................. 67
9.3.2 Lubricating components via grease nipples..................................................................................... 67
9.3.3 Grease components.................................................................................................................................... 69
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10 Troubleshooting and error correction......................................................................................................... 70
10.1 Find and eliminate errors correctly........................................................................................................ 70
10.1.1 Prior to troubleshooting at the implement..................................................................................... 70
10.1.2 When troubleshooting and eliminating errors.............................................................................. 70
10.2 Error - Cause - Remedies at a glance...................................................................................................... 71
11 Shutdown and disposal....................................................................................................................................... 73
11.1 Shutdown........................................................................................................................................................ 73
11.2 Disposal............................................................................................................................................................ 73
12 Technical data.......................................................................................................................................................... 74
12.1 Dimensions..................................................................................................................................................... 74
12.2 Machine weights........................................................................................................................................... 74
12.3 Performance data......................................................................................................................................... 75
12.4 Connection data............................................................................................................................................ 76
12.4.1 Electrical connections.............................................................................................................................. 76
12.4.2 Hydraulic connections............................................................................................................................. 76
12.5 Noise, airborne sound................................................................................................................................. 76
12.6 Operating materials..................................................................................................................................... 77
12.7 Tyres and wheels........................................................................................................................................... 77
12.8 Connecting equipment at the implement.......................................................................................... 78
Index............................................................................................................................................................................. 79
Appendix.................................................................................................................................................................... 83
A Tightening torques............................................................................................................................................ 84
B Calculating the axle load and ballasting for mounted implements................................................ 86
C Cross shaft overview......................................................................................................................................... 90
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1 About these instructions
1.1 Introduction
These operating instructions are important and belong to the
machine's scope of delivery.
These operating instructions must be available to the user at the place
of use.
nAlways read chapter "Safety" before using the machine for the rst
time.
nRead chapter "Operation - Basic operation" before using the
machine for the rst time.
nBefore starting work, also read the relevant steps in the operating
instructions.
For an unambiguous assignment of this document to the machine,
transfer the following data from the type plate of the machine
Ä Chapter 3.3 ‘Type plate’ on page 21:
Designation on the type
plate
Enter the machine data here:
Series
Type designation
Model year
Serial number
Year of manufacture
The machines can be equipped dierently at the factory.
Standard components, special equipment or optional accessories are
not marked separately.
The contents of these operating instructions, e.g. illustrations, may
therefore dier from the equipment of the machine.
Depending on the equipment, additional documents may be required
for operation.
Observe the operating instructions
Validity range
Equipment variants
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These operating instructions do not describe initial commissioning.
INFORMATION
Prior to operation, initial commissioning and instruction
in operation, setting and maintenance must have been
carried out by the dealer.
1.2 Target groups
The target groups of these operating instructions are operators, users
and service personnel of the machine.
The target groups must meet the requirements for the qualication of
the personnel Ä, see page 8.
1.3 Applied symbols
1.3.1 Design of warning signs
The warning signs in these instructions have the following design:
WARNING
Type and source of hazard
Possible consequences of non-adherence
– Measures for hazard avoidance
The signal word indicates the risk level.
Initial commissioning
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1.3.2 Signal words and hazard statements
The following signal words and hazard statements are used to label
warning signs and to warn of residual risks:
DANGER
Indicates an immediate hazardous situation
If the hazardous situation is not avoided, it will result in
death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation
If the hazardous situation is not avoided, it may result in
death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation
If the hazardous situation is not avoided, it may result in
moderate or minor injury.
1.3.3 Warning of property damage
ATTENTION
Indicates a situation that may result in property
damage
If the situation is not avoided, it may result in damage to
the machine or to objects in the vicinity of the machine.
1.3.4 Other notices and information
INFORMATION
Indicates tips and useful information for the user
The tips and information facilitate work. This ensures
proper use of the machine.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Indicates notices and special measures regarding
environmental protection
The tips and information on environmental protection
facilitate environmentally friendly use of the machine.
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1.3.5 Symbols and text markings
Symbol, text marking Meaning
In front of and in texts
●Marking for routine maintenance
tasks
Activities that demand the help
of service sta.
nListing
[1], , Position numbers
Example: ‘Settings’ Software element
Example: [OK] Softkey, key, switch and button
[kg] Unit
ÄCross reference
In work instructions
√ Preconditions
►nWorking steps in single-step
work instructions
nMeasures for hazard avoid‐
ance in safety information
1.
2.
Working steps in multi-step work
instructions
ðResult
In illustrations
Light grey coloured components Non-relevant components, visible
to facilitate orientation
Yellow coloured components Action-relevant components
1.3.6 Direction specications
The direction specications used in the text (left, right, front and rear)
refer to the direction of travel of the tractor when moving forwards, i.e.
in normal operation.
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1.4 Further applicable documents
Further documents to be observed:
nOperating instructions of the tractor
nFor partially assembled or disassembled delivery:
Mounting instructions
nSpare-parts list
nOperating instructions for the combination machine
INFORMATION
In other documents and in sections of these operating
instructions, the machine is also referred to as an imple‐
ment.
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2 Safety
2.1 Intended use
The machine is used for mechanical weed control between and in rows
of crops on agricultural land.
It may only be used in accordance with the recognised rules of good
agricultural practice.
The crops must be planted in parallel and in rows. The distance
between the rows must be at least 15 cm throughout.
The ground clearance of the hoeing machine is:
n50 cm for hoeing machines with Basic-Elements (with special
design of the Basic-Element 70 or 100 cm)
n70 cm for hoeing machines with Combi-Elements
n70 cm for hoeing machines with TRS-Elements
Cultivating takes place in dry weather conditions.
►Only suciently qualied personnel may use the machine.
ÄPersonnel qualication requirements, see page 8.
►Only use the machine with a suitable tractor.
►When using the machine, observe the permitted loads and weights
for the tractor, machine and tractor-machine combination.
►Only combine the machine with suitable combination machines.
Limitations
Personnel
Tractor
Combination machine
Safety
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The operating instructions are part of the machine. The machine is
intended exclusively for use in accordance with these operating
instructions. Applications of the machine not described in these oper‐
ating instructions may result in personal injury or death or property
damage. If applications other than those described in the operating
instructions are planned, obtain the prior written consent of the manu‐
facturer. This also applies to unauthorised modications and alterations
to the machine.
►Observe the operating instructions and follow the working steps
given therein.
►Clarify questions of comprehension concerning the contents of
these operating instructions before starting work. If necessary, con‐
tact the manufacturer’s sales partner.
INFORMATION
In other documents and in sections of these operating
instructions, the machine is also referred to as an imple‐
ment.
►Operate the machine only in a technically perfect condition.
►Observe the maintenance instructions. Perform all the necessary
tests.
►Use original spare parts or parts approved by the manufacturer.
►Only use the auxiliary and operating materials listed.
►Dispose of auxiliary materials and operating materials in an envi‐
ronmentally responsible manner.
Liability and warranty are excluded if personal injury and damage to
property can be traced back to improper use or non-observance of the
operating instructions.
Operating instructions
Technically perfect condition
Liability and warranty
Safety
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2.2 Personnel qualication requirements
The operator is obliged to inform all the users about correct application
of the machine and the respective hazards. This can be done on the
basis of these operating instructions. The operator is responsible for
ensuring that the operating instructions are always available at the
machine and that the users observe the operating instructions. The
operator must also provide any necessary personal protective equip‐
ment.
Users are persons who drive, adjust, operate or maintain the machine.
Users must be able to use the machine safely. This means:
nUsers understand how the machine works.
nUsers know and are able to avoid dangers.
nUsers are physically capable of controlling the machine.
In order to use the machine as intended and in a professional manner,
users must have the required technical (agricultural) knowledge.
Unless otherwise indicated, users may carry out all activities described
in these operating instructions themselves.
Certain activities should only be performed by service personnel, e.g.
work on braking systems. These activities are indicated in the operating
instructions by the symbol .
Service personnel within the meaning of these instructions are all per‐
sons who maintain and repair safety-relevant components. Service per‐
sonnel are qualied for these activities based on their training and
expertise (for example agricultural machine mechanics).
2.3 Hazardous areas
If the hazardous areas are not heeded, this may result in death or
serious injury to personnel.
Only once all persons have left the hazardous areas: Switch on drives
and motors.
Any work required while the motor or drive is running in a hazardous
area requires special attention and precautions. Follow the instructions
for action in these operating instructions exactly.
Labels on the machine indicate the hazardous areas .
Operator
Users
Service personnel
Safety
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The hazardous area of the machine during operation.
b
Moving hazardous area
b
The hazardous area includes the area in the direction of travel across
the entire width
b
of the machine.
►NEVER climb out of the tractor while it is moving.
►NEVER allow other persons to board the tractor while it is moving.
►In addition, maintain a safety distance of 2 m from the machine.
►While driving on the eld, observe the entire hazardous area. Stop
if required.
When standing between the tractor and machine, there is a risk due to
tractor movements or sudden machine movements.
►Secure the tractor against rolling away.
►Before operating the linkage: Keep all persons away from the
movement area of the linkage.
Moving hazardous area
Hazardous area between the tractor
and machine
Safety
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The machine is equipped with components in which mechanical
energy is stored (e.g. springs, overload safety units). Uncontrolled
release of mechanical energy accelerates components like a projectile.
This may result in fatal or serious injuries.
►NEVER dismantle or open components that store mechanical
energy.
The hydraulic system is under high pressure. Leaking hydraulic oil can
penetrate through the skin into the body.
Risk of injury to body parts, face, eyes and unprotected skin areas
The hydraulic oil may be hot.
The hydraulic oil is harmful to health.
►When working on the hydraulic system:
Wear safety goggles and gloves.
►Check the condition of the hydraulic system according to the main‐
tenance schedule. Replace damaged or worn components of the
hydraulic system immediately.
►NEVER touch leaks without hand protection.
►If hydraulic oil has penetrated the body:
Seek medical attention immediately. Remove the hydraulic oil from
the body as quickly as possible. Risk of infection
2.4 Workplaces and passengers
The main workplace for working with the machine is the driver's seat in
the tractor. Further workplaces are described in the respective instruc‐
tions for action.
Dangerous situations may occur if several persons operate the machine
functions at the same time.
►Observe the hazardous areas.
►Pay attention to other persons in the vicinity of the machine.
Risk of injury due to stored mechan‐
ical energy
Risk of injury at the hydraulic system
Workplaces
Safety
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2.5 Technically perfect condition
Operational safety of the machine cannot be guaranteed without
proper preparations in accordance with these operating instructions.
This may result in fatal or serious injuries.
►Use the machine only after proper preparations.
Ä Chapter 4.2 ‘Preparations on the tractor’ on page 30
If the technical limit values of the machine are not observed, the
machine will be damaged.
This may result in fatal or serious injuries.
►Adhere to machine-specic limit values Ä, see Technical
data page 74.
Damage to the machine can impair the operational safety of the
machine and cause accidents.
This may result in fatal or serious injuries.
To ensure that the machine is in a safe condition, carry out the fol‐
lowing measures:
►Inspect the machine according to the maintenance schedule
Ä, see page 63.
►Repair damage and eliminate causes of damage immediately.
►Remove coarse dirt.
If safety-relevant damage cannot be repaired in accordance with these
operating instructions:
►Have damage repaired by a qualied specialist workshop.
Operation only after proper prepara‐
tions
Observe the technical limit values
Danger due to damage to the
machine
Safety
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Structural modications and extensions can impair the functionality
and operational safety of the machine.
This may result in fatal or serious injuries.
Auxiliary equipment and spare parts that do NOT comply with the man‐
ufacturer's requirements may negatively aect the operational safety of
the machine and cause accidents.
►Modications and conversions may only be carried out with the
written consent of the manufacturer.
►Structural modications and extensions must only be carried out
by an authorised specialist workshop.
►Use original spare parts or parts approved by the manufacturer.
►Only use the auxiliary and operating materials listed
Ä, see page 77.
Improper welding work endangers the operational safety of the
machine.
This may result in fatal or serious injuries.
►Have welding work carried out by a qualied specialist workshop.
2.6 Safe handling
2.6.1 Personal protective equipment
Carrying and wearing protective equipment is an important safety
component.
Lack of or inappropriate protective equipment increases the risk of
damage to health and injury to persons.
For certain work on the machine, the following protective equipment is
required in addition to suitable workwear:
nSafety gloves
Use protective equipment as follows:
►Only use protective equipment that is in proper condition.
►Only use protective equipment that provides eective protection.
►Adapt protective equipment to the respective person, e.g. size.
Modications at the machine
Welding work
Safety
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2.6.2 Driving the tractor-machine combination
Mounted or trailed machines change the driving characteristics of the
tractor.
The driving characteristics also depend on the operating status, the
lling or loading and on the subsoil.
If the driver does not consider changed characteristics, accidents may
occur.
►Observe changed driving behaviour when driving.
Ä Chapter 5 ‘Road travel’ on page 34
The tractor-machine combination may overturn:
nWhen folding in and out
nWhen driving on slopes
nWhen travelling around tight bends
This may result in accidents with injuries or death of persons or damage
to the machine.
►When folding in and out, make sure that the machine is standing
on a at surface.
►Observe driving behaviour when driving on a slope.
►Before travelling around tight bends: Reduce forward speed appro‐
priately.
2.7 Safety devices and labels
For the protection of the user, other persons and the machine, the
machine is equipped with special safety devices, e.g.:
nStabilisation
The actual equipment of the machine with safety devices depends on
the country-specic rules and regulations.
Ä Chapter 3.2.2 ‘Safety devices’ on page 20
Dierent driving behaviour
Risk of tipping
Safety
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Existing and fully functional safety devices protect against death or
serious personal injury.
►Replace damaged safety devices.
►Install dismantled safety devices before commissioning.
►Move the safety devices to the protective position.
►In case of doubt whether all safety devices are properly installed
and fully functional: Commission a specialist workshop.
Labels on the machine warn of dangers at danger points and belong to
the safety equipment of the machine.
Missing labels increase the risk of fatal and serious injury.
►Clean dirty labels.
►Replace damaged, illegible or lost labels immediately.
►Provide spare parts with the provided labels.
Ä Chapter 3.2.1 ‘Meaning of the labels’ on page 17
Keeping the safety devices fully func‐
tional
Keeping the labels legible
Safety
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