Tatoma E-350 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
STRAW CHOPPER:
E/EM/D-350 ; E/EM/D-650
350
650
Models:

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WARNING CAREFULLY READ THE
CONTENTS OF THIS INSTRUCTION
MANUAL ON THE CD BEFORE STARTING
THE MACHINE

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Congratulations, you have purchased one of the best straw choppers currently available
on the market:
TATOMA designed straw choppers are conceived to make your job easier,
save time and therefore improve the performance, benefits and profitability of your
farm.
With our machines, you can streamline your operations, improving the efficiency of
your work.
Our extensive product range enables us to solve all our customers´ needs.
Thank you for placing your confidence in our products.

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CONTENT
1. INTRODUCTION ______________________________________________________ 2
2. CONFORMITY DECLARATION __________________________________________ 3
3. REGISTRATION PLATE ________________________________________________ 3
4. RECEPTION AND IDENTIFICATION OF STRAW CHOPPER ___________________ 4
5. WARRANTY CONDITIONS ______________________________________________ 5
6. OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS ___________________________________________ 6
7. WARNINGS AND SAFETY REGULATIONS _________________________________ 6
8. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS _________________________________________ 13
9. USE AND CONSERVATION OF THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL _________________ 16

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1. INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on purchasing your new TATOMA Straw chopper. With
proper use and the correct preventive maintenance your mixer will last for
years.
When you see this
symbol, be alert to the
possibility of personal
injury and carefully read
the message that
accompanies it.
NEVER OPERATE WITHOUT all guards, shields and protection in
place.
KEEP hands, feet and clothing away from moving parts.
Some covers and guards have been removed from the explanatory
details of this manual for illustrative purposes only. However, the equipment
should not be operated in this condition, therefore all protections must be in
place. If a protection element must be removed for repairs, refit it
immediately after the repair and before use.
The warranty appears on the cover of this book along with the
Registration and Inspection Certificate.
For information on ordering replacement parts, see Repair Parts section
in the second part of this book.
The serial number plate is located on the right-side of the tub front.
This number must be recorded in the Registration and Inspection
Certificate to correctly identify your TATOMA mixer.
You are urged to read this manual and follow its instructions carefully.
Your efforts will be rewarded with better performance and service as well as
savings in time and repair costs.
Failure to read the manual, assuming full working knowledge of the
machine or its incorrect handling may to lead to serious injury.
If you do not understand the instructions in this manual please contact
your nearest dealer.
This document supersedes all previous published instructions.

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2. “EC” CONFORMITY DECLARATION
The company
INGENIERIA Y MONTAJES MONZÓN S.L.
Business address:
Polígono industrial Las Paules 53-55
22400 Monzón (Huesca) España
Declares sole responsibility that the towed mixer Models:
E-350, EM-350, D-350
E-650, EM-650, D-650
are manufactured in compliance with the following directives:
- Machine Directive 2006/42/CEE
- Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/CE
The following harmonized technical Standards have been applied:
UNE-EN ISO12100-1, UNE-EN ISO12100-2, EN 294:1992,
UNE EN 1050 and UNE-EN 703:2005
in, Monzon on the ____ day of ___________ of 20____.
P.P. The Management
3. “EC” REGISTRATION PLATE
The following is an illustration of the EC plate. The plate is found on the
right hand side on the frame

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4. RECEPTION AND IDENTIFICATION OF STRAW CHOPPER
Upon receipt of the straw chopper, the owner or personnel in charge
thereof, shall proceed as follows:
-Check that the mixer is supplied with the appropriate instruction
manual.
-Read the instruction manual carefully, paying close attention to the
safety regulations
-Check that the mixer has not been damaged.
-Check that the mixer comes with all accessories and optional items
requested.
After delivery of the mixer and before commissioning, TATOMA qualified
personnel, will instruct the owner or personnel in charge of it on how to
operate it, its maintenance and safety standards to consider for proper use.
It is the sole responsibility of the person in charge of handling the
machine to read and understand this manual and to follow the
recommendations in it.
Warning! If the owner, sells or rents the machine to a third party they must
also provide the instruction manual and instruct the new owner on the
issues previously mentioned.

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5. WARRANTYCONDITIONS .
TATOMA offers a 12 month warranty against defects in workmanship for
its entire range of products. The validity of the guarantee will be susceptible
to the following conditions:
1. Repair costs due to damage
caused to the machine during
transport shall be met by the carrier.
Claims must be made by the person
who contracted the transport service.
2. The period of warranty coverage
begins from the reception date of the
straw chopper.
3. The guarantee will only cover the
free replacement of components that
have left the factory in a defective
state
4. Components that have failed due
to circumstances different from the
previous point will be excluded from
the free replacement guarantee
In the case of replacement of
defective components and/or the
carrying out of repairs by TATOMA
personnel, travel expenses and labour
cost charges will be met by the buyer.
5. Defective components previously
mentioned should be returned to
TATOMA within a period of 15 days
after having been replaced. Otherwise
the warranty will not be processed and
the costs of the replaced parts shall
be met by the buyer of the mixer.
6. The guarantee does not cover
those products subject to wear and
tear due to their position or working
method.
7. Complaints should be sent by fax
to the authorised dealer or directly to
TATOMA depending on procedure
8. TATOMA reserves the right to
check possible claims and assess if
they are covered by the guarantee
9. Failures and / or damage caused
to the mixer in the following cases
involve the immediate cancellation of
the warranty:.
a) Improper maintenance performed
by unqualified personnel
b) Improper use of the mixer, or for
functions other than those specified in
this manual.
c) Use of the mixer by personnel who
have not been trained to handle it.
d) Repairs carried out by non-
authorised personnel.
e) Manipulation or removal of parts of
the mixer by unauthorized personnel.
f) Use of non-original spare parts or
parts not specified by TATOMA.
g) Modification or addition of any
element that could vary the original
design of the mixer.
h) Breach of the safety standards
and recommendations included in this
manual.
i) Towing the mixer using vehicles
unsuitable for this purpose.
j) Exceptional events such as
accidents or weather.
10.TATOMA declines all responsibility
for possible damage caused to people
or objects due to what has been
indicated in the previous section.
11.TATOMA reserves the right to
modify the design and/or
specifications of its products without
prior notice.
12.In the case of any doubts or legal
claims the TATOMA distributor should
be contacted.

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6. OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS
Operating and handling this mixer is limited to competent and
experienced persons. Likewise, anyone operating or working near the
mixer must use common sense.
In order to recognised as a qualified person, he or she must also know
and meet other requirements, such as;
1. Some regulations specify that no one under sixteen (16) years of
age, can handle machinery, and it is your sole responsibility to know
if you are within the scope of these rules.
2. Current OSHA regulations state in part: When initially assigned
and thereafter, at least annually, the employer shall instruct each
employee in the safe operation and maintenance of all equipment
with which the employee will be in contact.
3. Unqualified persons should STAY OUT OF WORK AREA.
4. A person who has not read and understood all operating and
safety instructions is not qualified to operate machinery.
NOT READING THIS MANUAL AND
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS, WILL RESULT
IN THE INCORRECT USE OF THE
EQUIPMENT
7. WARNINGS AND SAFETY REGULATIONS
TAKE NOTE! This safety alert symbol appearing in this manual is
to bring your attention to the instructions involving your personal
safety and the safety of others. Failure to follow these instructions can
result in injury or death.
Identify, interpret correctly and respect the warning signs placed at
different points of the mixer, and the importance of properly identifying the
information and recommendations contained in this manual, contributes
unambiguously to avoiding accidents that can cause serious damage and
injury to persons.
Therefore, the following section must be read with special attention in
order to identify and interpret quickly and correctly the warning symbols
described as follows
Symbols used in the instructions manual.
WARNING! BE CAREFUL!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
Generally indicates that the instruction that
accompanies it is particularly important
Look carefully at the safety messages accompanying the sign DANGER,
WARNING and CAUTION. Warning messages corresponding to each has
been selected using the following criteria:

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DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This sign word is limited to the
most extreme situations, for machine components which due to functional
reasons, cannot be monitored.
WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury, and includes hazards being
exposed when the guards are removed. It can also be used to alert against
unsafe practices.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in moderate or severe injuries. It can also be used to
alert against unsafe practices.
7.1. WARNING AND DANAGER SIGNS
Safety symbols located on the machines
Location
Attention! Danger, do not
open or remove protective
covers while the engine is in
operation
Side cover.
Forwarding spin to
the reel
Attention! Warning, never
lower the machine loading
system without checking if
there any people or obstacles
in the movement area
Tailgate
Warning! Danger, rotating
cardan shafts can cause
serious injury and death.
Front
Warning! Caution due to fluid
pressure. Consult the
instruction manual before
proceeding with any
maintenance
Front of the
machine
Attention! Danger, do not
climb onto the mixer while it is
running
Front
Warning! Danger, stay out of
the articulation area while the
machine is running
Drawbar
Symbols used in maintenance
Location
Lubrication point
Hitch
Bearings
Rotating shafts

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7.2. SAFETY STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES
Most accidents are caused by human error, so the machine operator
must be careful and methodical and take precautions to avoid the possibility
of injury or death ..
A set of rules are described as follows whose compliance is compulsory
to avoid unnecessary risks that could lead to possible accidents.
Before you start using the mixer:
Carefully study and understand this manual.
Before starting work with the mixer, the owner
or personnel in charge of it should be familiar
with the controls, with their corresponding
duties and must carefully read this instruction
manual.
It is forbidden to perform any operation with the
mixer before having read the instruction manual
and the operator having received relevant
training by TATOMA.
Respect, in addition to the instructions
contained in this manual, the legislation on the
safety regulations and accident prevention.
Do not wear loose clothing that could get
caught in moving parts. Always wear protective clothing and footwear.
Keep the wheel nuts or bolts tightened to the specified torque (220 ft-lb),
and make sure your tires are inflated evenly.
Make a visual inspection beforehand to check for loose bolts, defective
parts or broken welds, and make the necessary repairs. Follow the safety
and maintenance instructions contained in this manual.
Make sure there are no tools on the floor, on the mixer or inside the
mixing tub.
Do not use the unit until you are sure that the area is totally clear,
especially of children and animals.
It is the responsibility of the owner or personnel in charge of the mixer, to
be aware of the lighting and meet the requirements of the local authorities
and roads and to install and maintain in good condition the components of
this equipment and comply with the regulations in force.
All operators involved in using the machine must practice the mixing
operation running on empty and the related operations of loading and
unloading, to become thoroughly familiar with them before using the mixer
when loaded.
Do not rush the learning process and do not take anything for granted, it is
essential that you become familiar with your new mixer before operating it.
Do not attempt to operate this equipment under the influence of
drugs or alcohol.
Preparing the mixer:
Before using the machine, check that all safety devices are in place and in
good condition. If the protection is removed for maintenance or a repair,
reinstall immediately after completing the maintenance or repair.
Damaged guards must be replaced immediately.
The mixer is designed to be towed by a tractor. It is forbidden to use any
other type of vehicle for towing, as the stability positions and visibility on
the different mechanisms of the mixer during use may vary considerably.
When hitching up the tractor to the mixer consider the following:
Make sure there is no one close to the mixer when reversing to bring the
tractor towards the mixer tow bar.
Use the stand to adjust the height of the machine and centre the drawbar
with the tractor, never center it manually. Carry out this operation with the
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By lowering the stand, make sure there is no risk of crushing.
Handle the hitching elements of the mixer and the tractor with work gloves
slowing the engine speed to a minimum.
Once hitched, then connect the cardan to the PTO of the tractor taking the
following precautions:
Check that the mixer has been successfully hitched up.
To prevent transmission damage, set the tractor drawbar to the
recommended setting. The mixer should be approximately level when
connected to the tractor.
Ensure that the tractor PTO has stopped.
Handle the transmission elements with work gloves.
Do not use loose clothing when performing this operation.
Do not pass or jump over the cardan.
Observe the position of the cardan protections and fix them in their
correct location using suitable devices.
After hitching up and connecting to the PTO, the parking brake must be
fully unlocked.
Startng to use the mixer:
Before accessing the tractor cab check the status of the different
mechanisms and protections of the mixer.
Adjust the driver's seat so that access to the controls of the mixer is
carried out with ease.
Adjust the tractor mirrors so as to have good visibility of the mechanisms
of the mixer without their adjustment affecting driving visibility. Help
should be enlisted of another person to perform this operation.
Check for people before putting the mixer in movement. Beware of
onlookers, especially children. Always look around to make sure it is
safe to start the engine and move the unit. If necessary indicate with the
horn or other means that the mixer is going to start moving. This is very
important because with the noise levels of the tractor / mixer and
isolation of the cabins, you may not hear people shouting.
It is forbidden to handle the mixer by several people simultaneously, so
it will only be used by the driver himself.
It Is strictly prohibited to transport people, animals or any objects on the
mixer.
Under no circumstances should the mixer be used to tow other
vehicles, move or push objects or lifting loads. It is forbidden to enter the
mixer through the loading device or that people use it as a system to
reach raised points.
To maneuver check that no people or obstacles are behind the mixer or
close to it, if there is not sufficient visibility enlist the help of others.
Driving with the mixer:
The mixer must be driven in accordance with the ground or road
conditions on which it is driven.
Driving long journeys with the loading system of the mixer in an elevated
position is totally forbidden.

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Keep a safe distance from ditches, canals, ditches, slopes, forrows,
etc.., as the ground can give way and cause the mixer and the tractor to
overturn. ...
Access to the mixer, or proximity to the work area thereof should be
forbidden to any person outside the establishment in which it operates.
When working with the mixer, the operator shall verify at all times that
no one is in the work area. Similarly the operator must also inform
personnel near the work area about the risks involved there.
During loading of the machine the driver should ensure that there is no
one on the silage. When loading directly into the tub from an automatic
the driver should remain inside the vehicle at all times. If the load is
carried with auxiliary vehicles, access to the area should be prohibited to
those working on them. Never exceed the load capacity of the mixer.
Observe the work area and terrain, watch out for holes, rocks or other
obstacles. Always inspect the area before the operation.
Avoid sudden starts and stops. Choose a uniform level as a route during
transport through the fields.
Do not use the mixer near the edge of unlevel ground or terraces. Do
not operate on steep slopes. Operate from top to bottom and not
perpendicular to the slope.
Operate the vehicle at a safe speed. Slow down before turning to
prevent tipping. Avoid sharp turns on steep hills.
Always keep the vehicle running to provide engine braking when going
downhill.
Road transport:
Comply with state and local laws governing highway safety and
movement of farm machinery on public roads.
When driving on public roads with the mixer the rules of the Highway
Code must be observed and respected.
To maneuver or drive with the mixer on the road the loading system
(depending on the model) should be in the transport position.
Use approved accessory lighting, flags and warning devices necessary
to protect operators of other vehicles on the road during day and night
transport.
Avoid overhead , electric and
telephone wires or other obstacles.
Contact with overhead lines could
cause serious injury or death.

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The use of flashing amber lights is acceptable in most areas, however,
some prohibit their use. All highway lighting should be checked and the
requirements of local laws must be followed.
When driving the mixer on the road or motorway below 20 mph (40 kph)
at night or during the day, use flashing lights or rotating amber warnings
and / or of a slow moving vehicle (SMV) with the identification emblem.
Plan your route to avoid heavy traffic. Be a courteous and safe driver.
Always yield to traffic in dangerous situations such as narrow bridges,
intersections, etc.
Observe load ratings and the height of bridges and tunnels. Do not cross
bridges or tunnels rated below the weight or overall height of the tractor-
mixer.
During operation. Elements in Motion:
Do not lean inside the tub, or manipulate the product inside it, when the
mixer is operating.
If it is necessary to access the tub bear in mind that there is a danger of
falling. Access to the tub must be performed exclusively by experienced
personnel, with the chopper at a standstill and with the ignition key
launch in the possession of the person who accesses it.
Before accessing the inside of the tub, as an additional security
measure, disconnect the cardan shaft from the tractor PTO.
It is strictly prohibited to incorporate devices into the mixer, which
provide access to tub with a height above the last step of the staircase.
Operate with extreme caution
when handling the moving parts
of the mixer and make sure
there are no people near these
items before their operation, on
the contrary, the driver of the
mixer should proceed to warn
and evacuate the work area.
Do no open the machine protections when they are running or handle
moving elements such as the unloading belt, etc..
Do not clean, lubricate or adjust the mixer while it is moving
Caution, do not wear loose clothing when approaching the moving parts
of the mixer or the PTO and cardan. Alway check that all guards and
safety protection are in their correct position and in good condition.
As a precaution, recheck the mixer every 100 hours of operation.
Correct any problems and follow the maintenance safety procedures.
Never leave the mixer unattended without supervision.
Maintenance work. High pressure fluids, Welding ...:
It is the responsibility of the owner
and / or operator of the mixer to
ensure it is well maintained. Poor
maintenance is an invitation to
problems and failures.
The area where the maintenance work of the
machine is to be carried out should have
sufficient ventilation. Never do this work with the
vehicle engine running in an enclosed building.
Exhaust gases can cause asphyxiation.
Before working inside the mixer, stop the vehicle
completely, apply the parking brake, disengage
the PTO and power cables, turn off the engine
and remove the ignition key.
Make sure all moving parts of the accessories
have completely stopped before performing any
maintenance.

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Always use a security system to lock the wheels, such as parking
chocks. Never use a jack to support or sustain the machine while
performing such work.
Always use tools and equipment best suited for the type of work done by
hand. Always wear protective gloves and use extreme caution when
making adjustments.
Replace all covers and guards after repairs and before moving the
mixer.
After work, ensure that all tools, parts and equipment that have been
involved in the service are put away separately.
Fluid escaping under pressure
can penetrate the skin and wounds
through small openings and cause
serious injury or death.
Avoid this hazard by relieving
hydraulic pressure before
disconnecting any hydraulic line.
Tighten all connections before
applying pressure.
Never use your hands to
locate hydraulic leaks in
pressurized pipes. Look for
possible leaks with a small
piece of cardboard which
shows the oil and protect
hands and body from high
pressure fluids.
If an accident like this should occur, go to the nearest medical facility
immediately. The fluid injected into the skin must be surgically removed
within a few hours or gangrene may result.
Do not allow grease to accumulate and eliminate any spilled oil
immediately from the ladder and operator platform and other access
areas .Keep access to all areas clean and free of obstructions.
Never replace the original screws with others of less than grade eight
(8.8), unless otherwise specified.
A first aid kit should always be accessible when carrying out
maintenance work on this mixer.
When performing welding work on the mixer avoid current flowing
through the ball bearings or rollers chains directly grounding the item
being welded.
Clean the area before welding and have a fire extinguisher accessible at
all times.
When welding always disconnect , the weighing scale, load cells and the
power supply, preventing current passing through them. Also disconnect
the tractor alternator if the mixer is hooked to the mixer when performing
welding work.
An exploding tire can cause
serious injury. Do not exceed
the recommended tire pressure.
See the Specifications section
of the Instructions to apply the
correct tire pressure.
Replace worn or damaged tires.
corresponding to the fitted tire.
See the Specifications section
of the Instruction´s Manual, to
ascertian the correct tire size.

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Do not weld to the rim with the tyre fitted. Welding can cause an
explosion of the air / gas mix caused by the wheel on catching fire due
to high temperatures.
Preventive and safety labels:
Adhesive labels concerning safety are placed in visible places near the
mechanisms they refer to. Keep the labels clean and visible and replace
them when deteriorated
Identify them correctly and respect the indication on the warning signs at
all times.
The mixer operator must remember the meaning of the labels and the
indications contained in this instruction´s manual.
7.3. INSTRUCTIONS AND PRECAUTIONS ON THE JOB
Loading Instructions:
Visually inspect the mixing system before each load.
Never overload the mixer. The mixing capacity is determined by product
weight. An overloaded mixer will not mix properly, and require more
force, which could damage the unit.
Move the shredders to adjust the length of the cut. Always begins with a
retainer, preferably in the rear, fill the first hole fill and increase until the
cutting length is correct. The shredders at maximum can cause damage
to the quality of the mixture.
Add components to the mixture in the following order:
First load the more fibrous products such as hay, with the tractor PTO at
1000 rpm approximately, continue adding materials in a balanced
fashion finishing with the most fragile towards the end of the load.
Towards the middle of the mixture, and the concentrated ingredients and
the driest are added.
Then load the chopped grass silage and / or other highly moist products.
Finally add the molasses, animal fats and / or other liquid supplements.
Prolong mixing several minutes to homogenize the mixture after adding
the last ingredient. This time will depend on the particular conditions of
each product.
Inspect the mixing operation only from the observation platform of the
machine. For safety, do not allow more than two people onto the
platform at the same time.
If forced to make a stop when loading the mixer, resume mixing as
progresively as possible to avoid escesivas stresses and strains that
may cause any component to break.
Before loading bales, both round and square, remove all kinds of
wrappers, cords and wires.

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8. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING. ALWAYS DISCONNECT PTO and remove keys from the
tractor before adjusting , lubricating or any maintenancein this machine.
THE LACK OF ATTENTION CAN CAUSE SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY
OR DEATH.
During periodic maintenance work and the repair of the machine parts
requires replacement, these must be genuine factory parts used to
restore equipment, following the specifications of the original parts.
TATOMA does not assume any responsibility for the use of
unauthorized parts and / or accessories that may cause damage as a
result of their use.
If the equipment has been altered in any way from its original design,
TATOMA accepts no responsibility for the warranty or possible injuries.
Lubrication
Disengage the drive and to turn off the power before lubricating the
machine.
Do NOT wear loose clothing which may snag in the moving parts.
Grease the transmission shafts every 8 hours of operation, and the
universal joints.
The machine tanks should be filled with hydraulic oil -04 T SAE 10W.
Service Oil Filter : All filters should be changed 24 hours after start
system up, and after during regular maintenance every 500 hours. Filter
elements should not exceed 10 microns. The liquid level of all the tanks
must be checked daily to ensure that it is correct . Visually inspect
daily for leaks .
Reducer / Multiplier: After the first 500 hours of operation, drain oil
preferably when the box is hot. For an oil change effectively, the unit
should be cleaned with a liquid detergent, preferably recommended by
the lubricant supplier and refill with clean oil. From then on the oil should
be changed every 2000 hours or 12 months, whichever occurs first. Fill
the gearbox with 75W-90 synthetic lubricant.
Recommendation: the oil level should be checked of the gear box to at
least once a month once a month. If after the revision more than 10% of
the Total capacity needs to be added, check for oil leaks .
Temperature of the reducer housing: in normal operation conditions ,
the temperature of the outer casing of the reducer should not exceed
175 ° F (80 ° C ).

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Lubrication table:
8.1. AFTER WORK:
After operation, set the brakes, disconnect all power units, stop the
engine and remove the keys from the ignition.
Store in an area away from human activity.
Do not park the mixer where it may be exposed to animals for long
periods of time. It could damage the equipment and cause injury to
livestock.
Do not allow children to play around the stored unit. Make sure the
machine is parked on a hard, level surface without compromising the
safety devices.
Use the footrest to park the machine horizontally. Remember that this
footstand can only withstand vertical loads.
If necessary place parking chocks on the wheels to prevent the unit from
moving.
COMOPONENT
TYPE OF LUBRICANT
INTERVALS
Unloading belt
Light oil
Brush or spray lightly every 40
hours of operation.
Bearings
Quality grease
Every 8 hours
Transmission
shaft.
PTO.
Quality grease
Every 8 hours.
In each lubrication ensure
cardan shaft comes out freely,
any slip fault can cause damage
to the driveshaft.
Wheel Bearings
Lithium based grease
Every 12 months.
Universal Joints
Quality grease
Every 8 hours
CV Joints
Quality grease
Every 8 hours
Hydrostatic
system
Hydraulic fluid:
T-04SAE10W
Only when the system has been
contaminated.
Reducer
Step up gear
speed
Synthetic Gear Lube
75W -90
After the first 500 hours of
operation, then every 2000
hours or 12 months, whichever
occurs first
Oil Filters
24 hours after the system startup.
Normal maintenance every 500 hours in service.

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8.2. TROUBLESHOOTING:
PROBLEM
POSSIBLE CAUSE
POSSIBLE REMEDY
Machine Vibration
Universal joints misaligned.
Worn bearings
Check and realign.
Machine vibration
Universal joints misaligned.
Worn bearings
Check and realign.
Excessive bearing
failure
Improper lubrication.
See lubrication table .
Contamination.
Check the seal.
Excessive load.
See the information
about the machine load.
Poor quality mix,
not fully mixed
The load has a high
concentration of light
ingredients and rotates
too quickly inside the
hopper.
Extend the shredders
into the hopper, as
described in 5.3
High concentration of long
straw.
Does not tear.
Extend the shredders
towards the inside of the
hopper, as described in
5.3
Straw is added to
the load, but not
mixed.
The mixing action is
unable to cut up the
straw, as the load inside
of the hopper rotates too
quickly.
Extend the shredder
towards the inside of the
hopper, as described in
5.3
Too much power
consumption on
mixing
Shredders
are extend too deeply into
the hopper slowing
rotation.
Extend the shredders
less into the hopper, as
described in 5.3
NOTE:this table does not cover all the problems that may arise . Contact
your dealer for further assistance.
9. USE AND CONSERVATION MANUAL
This manual is intended for users of the mixer, the owner, the personnel in
charge of it and the specialist who performs the maintenance.
The manual serves to indicate the correct handling of the mixer, provide
information about its technical characteristics, training of personnel in charge
of it, maintenance and warning of possible hazards or failures.
This manual should be kept in a safe place for future reference. The
instruction manual must accompany the mixer at all times.
In case of loss or damage, the user can contact TATOMA and request a
new copy of this manual, specifying the serial number, model and year of
manufacture of the mixer, data inscribed on the CE plate.
TATOMA reserves the right to modify the design or specifications without
prior notice.
The user can at any time contact the manufacturer to make any inquiry as
to the correct use of the mixer.

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REMEMBER
Under no circumstances use the mixer for other purposes than those
specified in this manual and for which it was designed, ie, the mixing of
different products for livestock feed.
Your best assurance against accidents is a careful and responsible
operator. If there is any part of this manual or function you do not
understand, contact your dealer or the TATOMA factory.
Warning! In addition to the above, other rules, warnings and statements to
be taken into account when operating the mixer are included throughout the
instruction manual.
Warning! The said standards, as well as the warnings and indications
contained in this instructions manual, should at all times be complementary
with that in force in terms of Health and Safety at Work.
TATOMA declines all responsibility for damage or injury to people or material
damage caused by non compliance of the regulations, warnings and
indications included in this instructions handbook, as well as the non-
compliance of the regulations in force in terms of health and safety in the
work place or the incorrect use of the machine itself.