Taege M3 Series User manual

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M3 Metering Series
Mini Hopper
Manufactured by: Dealer / Local Agent
:
Taege Engineering Ltd
Main West Road,
Sheffield 7500
New Zealand
Ph: 64 3 318 3824
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: sa[email protected]
www.taege.com

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Contents
Page
Introduction 3
Safety 4
Safe Operating Procedures 5
Maintenance 6
Storage 6
Getting the M3 Mini Hopper ready for the first time 6
Configuration 7
Calibration 7
Fan Speed 7
Operation 7
Bolted Connections 8
Daily Maintenance 8
Notes 9
Warranty Certificate 10

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Introduction
Congratulations on purchasing a Taege M3 Mini Hopper! Taege Engineering, a market
leading agricultural company, who pride themselves on developing market leading solutions
demanded by New Zealand farmers and contractors.
Taege Engineering want you to be satisfied with your product, which has been designed and
manufactured to provide years of dependable use.
By following our owner’s manual (using, service, maintenance etc) the life span and the
second-hand value of the machine can be extended. If you ever lend or sell this machine,
make sure that the borrower or buyer gets the operator′s manual, so they will also know how
to properly maintain and use it. You can download additional copies of your owner’s manual
from www.dealer.taege.com.
Reference to the right and left hand side of the M3 Mini Hopper is as you see it from behind
the machine looking toward the tractor.
Please quote your M3 Hopper model, chassis number and controller version when seeking
advice or ordering parts.
E.g. M30220E #04516 RC350 #03366
Thank you for purchasing a Taege M3 Mini Hopper. Taege Engineering has a policy of
continuous product development and therefore reserves the right to modify the design and
appearance of products without prior notice.

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Safety
•Focus on being prepared for emergencies.
•Read the operators manual carefully.
•Always follow recommended safe practices for operating this Mini Hopper and its
associated equipment, including tractors and other machinery used in conjunction with
this Mini Hopper.
•Identify and avoid unsafe terrain.
•Always use lynch pins and safety chains on all drawbar pins.
•Keep all covers in place at all time unless removed for repairs or servicing.
•Stop the Mini Hopper before adjusting.
•Lower tyne harrows to the ground or put on stands when working around or under the
machine.
•Ensure tractor electrics are disconnected and/or turned off and machine hydraulics
disconnected when working or repairing the Mini Hopper.
•Tighten all nuts and bolts after initial use and thereafter at regular 30 hr intervals.
•Watch for moving parts and stay well clear of implement while it is moving.
•Practice safe handling of all agricultural chemicals including treated seed.
•Wear appropriate safety equipment while operating the hopper including when filling
adjusting the Mini Hopper. this includes safety glasses, gloves, ear protection, close
fitting clothing and steel capped boots.
•Visit www.osh.dol.govt.nz for additional guidance and instruction on safe practices in
the rural sector and/or other sectors targeted for the intended use of this drill.

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SAFE OPERATING PROCEDURES
•Before operating the Taege Drill please read the following ‘Safe Operating
Procedures’.
•Failure to comply with these warnings could result in serious injury.
•A careful and alert operator is the best insurance against incidents.
•Taege M3 Mini Hoppers are designed to be safe to operate.
•Do not wear loose clothing, unrestrained long hair, jewellery or anything which could
entangle in components or limit your vision.
•Never work or walk or allow any person/child under the equipment.
•If travelling on the road please ensure that the tractor being used is fitted with the
necessary lights, turn signals and all other legally required equipment.
•No person is ever to be between the tractor and this implement.
•No person/child is to climb or ride onto this implement at any time other than the
operator.
•When parking or before working on the machine. Stop the tractor on a firm level
surface and apply the parking brake. Lower the machine to the ground and switch off
the engine. Remove the key for added safety.
•The machine should not to be used unless the operator has been trained in its safe
use.

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MAINTENANCE
Daily
•Check all cables for damage
STORAGE
•Ensure machine is empty to eliminate rodent damage to rollers as this is not covered
by warranty.
Getting the M3 Mini Hopper ready
the first time
•After you have mounted the unit. Plug in the M3 Mini Hopper power lead to the tractor
30amp auxiliary power supply or direct to a 12vdc battery.
•Ensure that the wiring loom is clear of the tractor linkage and drawbar.
•You now ready to put seed/fertilizer into the hopper/s.
•Open the hopper lid and fill the hopper with product, after filling the hopper, close the
lid.

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Configuration
On start up for the first time, ensure the controller is configured to the correct sowing width
and the distance settings entered if your unit has a ground speed input device. (jockey wheel.
encoded wheel or radar). This is called configuration.
Manual ground speed is available on some controllers
Please check with your Taege Dealer.
Calibration
When the operator needs “to accurately measure the weight of the seed or product” during
calibration. This is done by reading and following the instructions about calibration in the
Controller Manual.
It is most important that this is accurate, that the scales provided be used. These scales
measure in one gram increments. Care must be taken to prime the hopper before calibrating,
to make sure that no bridging occurs during calibration.
Comment: When calibrating a Taege M3 Mini Hopper, ensure that sufficient seed is weighed.
E.g. Grass at least 1.00Kg
The Air Assist Blower must be turned OFF during calibration.
Go to the Controller Owners Manual and follow the instructions about QUICK CALIBRATION
Always disconnect the power source when the controller is not in use.
Always disconnect the power source and controller when welding on the machine.
Fan Speed
If your TAEGE M3 Mini Hopper is fitted with an electric air assist blower, it is important that
this is operated continuously when seeding.
M3 Hopper Operation
Once you have set up and calibrated the machine, turn the air assist blower on (if fitted).
Press the “GO” button on the controller.
You will see a moving indicator on the top of the controller screen.

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Bolted Connections
All the bolted connections should be re-tightened after the first day or 50Ha of use.
Daily Maintenance
Electrical Connections
•Drill to tractor auxiliary connection
•Lead connections
•Wiring loom for damage
Bolts
•All bolts
Hopper
•Sponges for damage

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NOTES

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Warranty
From the date of purchase your TAEGE machine is covered by a 12-month warranty period
for faulty parts and/or workmanship.
Ensure your dealer completes and returns a warranty certificate within 7 days of date of
purchase.
Send to
Taege Engineering Ltd
Main West Road
Sheffield 7500
New Zealand.
On delivery record the following Basic Information
Model:
Chassis Number:
Delivery Date:
Owner: Dealer:
Check for shipping damage. In cases of shipping damage, ask dealer to arrange for
appropriate claim to be lodged immediately.
•Ensure the attached registration / warranty validation card has been completed.
•Place owners copy of warranty in safe place.
•Check that the Dealers copy of the warranty has been correctly filled out and returned
to the manufacturer
•Contact your dealer if you have any further queries.
•Disclaimer
•Drilling with Taege® seed drills in conditions normally outside of the germination
tolerances of the seed concerned cannot be expected to give satisfactory results.
•Every attempt has been made to ensure the correctness of information and diagrams
in this manual. Consequently, Taege Engineering Ltd will not be responsible for any
damage or consequential loss arising out of misinterpretation of, or failure to follow,
recommended practices and procedures. Nor will Taege Engineering Ltd be liable for
any damage caused by, or arising out of modification or misuse of its product. Taege
Engineering Ltd reserves the right to change technical details and prices without prior
notice.
A full copy of Taege Engineering Ltd warranty document is available from [email protected]
upon request.