Tatoma MT-7 User manual

USER’S MANUAL
HORIZONTAL MIXER WAGON
TATOMA AGRICULTURAL EQUIPMENTS CORP.
6238 HWY 412
COLCORD, OK 74338
918-422 4271
www.tatomausa.com

ATTENTION!
READ CAREFULLY THIS MANUAL
BEFORE YOU START USING YOUR
MIXER

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INDEX
1. INTRODUCTION 2
2. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
3. REGISTRATION PLATE 3
4. RECEPTION AND IDENTIFICATION OF TRAILED MIXER 5
5. WARRANTY CONDITION 6
6. OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS 8
7. WARNINGS AND SAFETY REGULATIONS 9
8. MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 21
9. USE AND CONSERVATION OF THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL
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1. INTRODUCTION
Read carefully this “user’s manual”, with a correct use and preventive maintenance of
your mixer, it 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 doors, protections and covers perfectly closed and in
place.
KEEP hands, feet and clothing away from moving parts.
All protections must be in place. If a protection element must be removed for repairs,
replace it inmediately after it has been repaired and before use.
The warranty form is shown on the cover of this book toguether with the Registration
and Inspection Certificate.
To order parts, see “Repair Parts”section in the second part of this book.
The serial number plate is located on the front-right-side of the tub. This number must
be recorded in the Registration and Inspection Certificate in order to identify correctly
your TATOMA mixer.
Failure to read the manual, and assuming full knowledge of the machine by your side,
may provoque an incorrect use of the machine, and this may lead to serious injury.
If you do not understand the instructions in this manual please contact your nearest
dealer.
This document replaces all previously published instructions.

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2. “EC” DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
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
MT-7,
MT-10,
MT-13,
MT-16,
MT-20,
MT-25
MT-7-D,
MT-10-D,
MT-13-D,
MT-16-D
MT-20-D
Have been manufactured in compliance with the following directives:
- Machine Directive 2006/42/CEE.
- Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive 2004/108/CEE.
The following harmonized technical Standards have been applied:
UNE-EN ISO12100-1,
UNE-EN ISO12100-2,
EN 294:1992,
UNE EN 1050
UNE-EN 703:2005
Dated on _______________ of 20____.
P.P. The Management

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3. “EC” REGISTRATION PLATE
The following is an illustration of the EC plate. The plate is found on the front-right side,
on the frame.
SERIAL NUMBER CAN BE FOUND IN THIS PLATE, AT THE BOTTOM ROW “Nº DE
BASTIDOR”.
ALSO, YOU CAN FIND THE SERIAL NUMBER IN THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE HITCH
BAR.

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4. RECEPTION AND IDENTIFICATION OF THE MIXER
When you receive the mixer, the dealer, or personnel in charge, shall proceed as
follows:
-Check that the mixer is provided with the correct “user’s manual”.
-Will ask you to read the “user’s manual”carefully, paying close attention to the
safety regulations
-Check that the mixer has not been damaged during transportation and is in good
shape.
-Check that the mixer comes with all accessories and optional items you
requested.
Once delivered the mixer and before start using it, the seller will instruct the new
owner or personnel in charge about how to operate it, how to make the maintenance
and the safety standards to use the machine correctly.
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.
ATTENTION: In case the owner of the mixer sells or rents the mixer to a third, it
is mandatory to pass this “users manual” and train the new owner / user about
the points commented above.

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5. WARRANTY CONDITIONS .
TATOMA offers a 12 month warranty against fabrication defects for all his products.
The validity of the warranty will be susceptible to the following conditions:
a) Repair costs due to damage caused to the machine during transportation shall
be covered by the carrier. Claims must be made by the part who contracted the
freight service.
b) The period of warranty coverage begins since the date of reception of the mixer
by the final customer.
c) The warranty will cover only the free replacement of components that have been
detected defective.
d) Components that have failed due to circumstances different from the previous
point will be excluded from the free replacement warranty.
e) In the case of replacement of defective components, labor and travel expenses
will be covered by Tatoma. Costs must have been aproved previously by
Tatoma.
f) Defective components previously mentioned have to 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
mixer’s owner.
g) The warranty does’nt cover the parts that, due to their location in the machine,
are exposed to wear.
h) Complaints should be sent by written to the authorised dealer or directly to
TATOMA depending on procedure.
i) TATOMA reserves the right to verify if claims are covered by a warranty or not.
j) Failures and / or damage caused to the mixer in the following cases will
significate the immediate cancellation of the warranty:
k) Improper maintenance, or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel
l) Improper use of the mixer, or for functions different from those specified in this
manual.
m) Use of the mixer by personnel that has not been trained to handle it.
n) Repairs carried out by non-authorised personnel.
o) Manipulation or removal of parts from the mixer by unauthorized personnel.
p) Use of non-original spare parts or parts not specified by TATOMA.

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q) Modification or addition of any element that could vary the original design of the
mixer.
r) Breach of the safety standards and recommendations included in this manual.
s) Towing the mixer using vehicles unsuitable for this purpose, or in a speed higher
than 15 miles / hour
t) Exceptional events such as accidents or weather,
u) TATOMA declines all responsibility for possible damages caused to individuals or
objects due to any of the reasons indicated in the previous section.
v) TATOMA reserves the right to modify the design and/or specifications of its
products without prior notice.
w) In the case of any doubts or legal claims, please contact your TATOMA dealer.

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6. OPERATOR REQUIREMENTS
The manipulation of this mixer is limited to competent and experienced operators.
Anyone operating or working next to the mixer must use common sense.
In order to be recognised as a qualified, the operator must also know and meet other
requirements, such as;
a) Some regulations specify that no one under sixteen (16) years old, can
handle machinery.
b) Current OSHA regulations state that: “When initially assigned and
thereafter, at least annually, the mixer owner shall instruct each employee
in the correct operation and maintenance of all equipment with which the
operator has to be in contact”.
c) Unqualified workers should STAY OUT OF WORK AREA.
d) A worker that has not read and understood all the 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

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7. WARNINGS AND SAFETY REGULATIONS
TAKE NOTE! This safety alert symbol that appears in this manual is used to
call your attention about the instructions involving your personal safety, and the
safety of others. Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury or death.
Identify, correctly interpret and respect the warning signs placed in different points of
the mixer, and identifying propperly the information and recommendations contained in
this manual, contributes to avoiding accidents that can cause serious damage and injury
to individuals.
For this reason, it is recommended to read this section with close attention in order to
identify and interpret quickly and correctly the warning symbols described as follows
Symbols used in the user’s manual.
WARNING! BE CAREFUL!
YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
It indicates that the instruction is very important
Look carefully the safety messages accompanying the sign DANGER, WARNING
and CAUTION. Each warning message has been selected using the following criteria:
DANGER: Indicates an imminent risk situation that, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury. This sign is limited to the most extreme situations, for components in
the machine that, due to functional reasons, cannot be monitored.
WARNING: Indicates a potential risk situation that, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury, and includes risks being exposed when the protections are removed. It
can also be used to alert against unsafe practices.
CAUTION: Indicates a potentially risk situation which, if not avoided, may result in
moderate or severe injuries. It can also be used to alert against unsafe practices.

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7.1.DANGER AND WARNING SIGNS
Safety symbols located in the machines
Location
Attention! Danger, do not
open or remove cover
while the engine is in
operation
Mixer’s side, next to the
conveyor.
Rear and sides of the mixer,
and next to the silo cutter
group.
Attention! Warning, never
lower the unloading
conveyor without double
checking nobody and no
obstacles are around the
movement area
Front of the mixer, that can be
seen by the tractor’s driver.
Side of the mixer, alongside
the unloading conveyor.
Rear of the mixer.
Attention! Danger, auger
rotation can cause serious
injury and death.
Inside and outside the tub
Attention! Danger, rotating
PTO shafts can cause
serious injury and death.
Between the tractor and the
mixer
Attention! Warning due to
fluid pressure. Consult the
“user’s manual”before
proceeding with any
maintenance operation
Front of the machine. Next to:
- Hydraulic oil tank
- Hydraulic distributors
Attention! Danger, do not
climb onto the mixer while
it is in movement
Front part of the mixer, next to
the ladder
Attention! Danger, stay out
the articulation area while
the machine is in
movement
Hitch area

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Attention! Danger, close
the silo cutter cage when is
not in use
Rear of the mixer, where the
silo cutter is located.
Attention! Check at all
times the proximity of
individuals in the silo cutter
work area during the
loading operation.
Rear and sides of the mixer,
and next to the silo cutting
work area
Attention! Before lifting
the silo cutter or if working
with the silo cutter up,
check there are no electric
lines in the mixer’s work
area.
Over the rear of the mixer, in
the silo cutter area
Symbols used in maintenance
Location
Greasing point
Distributed
around the mixer
at each grease
fittings

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7.2.SAFETY STANDARDS AND GUIDELINES
Most accidents are caused by human error, so the operator must be careful and
methodical, and must take precautions in order to avoid the risk of injury or death.
A set of rules are described next, they are mandatory, in order to avoid unnecessary
risks that could lead to possible accidents.
Before you start using the mixer:
•Carefully study and understand this manual.
•Before you start working with the mixer, the user should be familiar with the
controls, with their corresponding duties
•It is forbidden the user performs any operation with the mixer before reading
the user’s manual and received relevant training by the dealer or TATOMA
employees.
•Respect the instructions contained in this manual, as well as the safety
regulations and accident prevention norms contained in local regulations.
•Do not wear loose clothing that could get caught in moving parts, specially
the auger. 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 in order to check for loose bolts, defective parts or
broken welds. Make the necessary repairs if needed. 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 tub.
•Do not use the mixer til you are sure the area is totally clear, especially of
children and animals.
•It is the responsibility of the owner or user in charge of the mixer, to be aware
of the lightning local authorities and road requirements, and meet them, so
you’ll have to install them and maintain in good conditions.

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•All drivers involved in using the machine must practice the mixing process by
running the mixer empty, as well as the rest of related operations like loading
and unloading, in order to become completelly 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 a protection is removed for maintenance or repair, reinstall
it immediately as soon as the maintenance or repair is completed. Damaged
protections must be replaced immediately.
•The mixer is designed to be towed by a tractor. It is forbidden to use any
other type of vehicle to operate the mixer, as stability and visibility may vary
considerably.
When hitching up the tractor to the mixer consider the following:
•Make sure there is no person close to the mixer when reversing when
making the approaching operation;
•Use the jack to adjust the height of the machine and centre the drawbar with
the tractor, never center it manually. Carry out this operation with the tractor
and mixer in a completely horizontal flat surface;
•By lowering the jack, make sure there is no risk of crushing.
•Manipulate the mixer and tractor hitching elements with work gloves slowing
down the tractor engine to the minimum.
Once hitched, connect the PTO shaft, taking the following precautions:
•Check the mixer has been successfully hitched to the tractor.
•To prevent transmission damage, set the tractor drawbar to the
recommended position. The mixer should be leveled when connected to the
tractor.
•Double check the tractor PTO is stopped.
•Handle the transmission elements with work gloves.
•Do not use loose clothing when performing this operation.
•Do not pass or jump over the PTO shaft.
•Observe the position of the PTO protections and place them in their correct
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protections with the chains to fixed parts of the tractor and the mixer. When
PTO shaft is moving, the plastic protections must not move.
•After the PTO connection operation is finished, unlock the parking brake, OR
remove the parking chocks.
Start using the mixer:
▪Before accessing the tractor cabin, check the status of the different
mechanisms and protections of the mixer.
▪Adjust the driver's seat in a way you can easily access to the mixer’s
controls.
▪Adjust the tractor mirrors in a way have good visibility of the mixer’s
mechanisms, without affecting the driving visibility. Help should be needed
in order to perform this operation.
▪Check there is nobody around the mixer before you initiate the movement.
Beware of spectators, especially children. Always look around to be sure it
is safe to start the engine and start moving the unit. If necessary, indicate
with the tractor 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 the mixer be worked by more than one person
simultaneously. It should be used used by the driver.
▪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 access to the mixer through the loading/unloading system
▪It is forbidden to use the mixer as a mean to reach elevated points.
▪In order to maneuver, check that nobody and/or obstacles are behind the
mixer or close to it, if there is not sufficient visibility, request help from other.

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Driving the mixer:
•The mixer must be driven depending to the ground / road conditions.
•Is forbidden to drive long distances with the silo cutter system up;
•Keep a safe distance from ditches, waterways, slopes, etc., as the terrain
may cause the overturn of the mixer and the tractor.
•It is recommended not to allow the access to the mixer and the mixer working
area to any person outside the establishment it operates;
•When working with the mixer, the operator shall verify at all times that no one
is in the work area. Likewise, the operator must warn anybody next the work
area about the risks involved there.
•During loading the mixer the driver should double check there is nobody
around the silage area. If loading is done through an authomatic system, the
driver will remain inside the tractor’s cabin at all times. If the loading is done
through auxiliary machinery, the access to the area must be forbidden.
•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 leveled route during
transportation through the fields.
•Do not use the mixer near the edge of unleveled 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
overturning. Avoid sharp turns on steep hills.
•Always keep the vehicle running to allow engine-braking when going
downhill.
▪Avoid overhead , electric and telephone
wires or other obstacles. Contact with
overhead lines could cause serious injury
or death.

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Road transport:
•Always comply with state and local laws related to the movement of farm
machinery on public roads;
•When driving on public roads with the mixer, please observe the local driving
rules the rules at all times.
•To maneuver or drive with the mixer on the road, the loading/unloading
system (depending on the model) should be in the transport position.
•Use approved accessory lighting, flags and warning devices necessary to
protect other vehicles during transportation.
•The use of flashing amber lights is acceptable in most areas, but, in other
may be prohibited. All highway nd road lighting should be checked following
the requirements of local laws.
•When driving the mixer on the road or motorway below 20 mph (40 kph)
during day or night, use flashing lights or rotating amber warnings, and place
the 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 mixer at a standstill and with the tractor ignition key in the
possession of the person who is accessing.

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•Before accessing the inside of the tub, as an additional security measure,
disconnect the PTO shaft from the tractor.
•It is strictly prohibited to incorporate devices into the mixer, which provide
access to the tub with a height above the last step of the mixer ladder.
•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 mixer’s driver should proceed to warn and evacuate the
working area.
•Do no open the mixer protections when they are running or handle elements
in movement such as the unloading conveyor, etc.
•Do not clean, lubricate or adjust the mixer while is moving;
•Caution, do not wear loose clothing when approaching the moving parts of
the mixer, the PTO’s or the shaft. Always check that all safety protections are
in their correct position and in good condition.
•As a precaution, re-check the mixer every 100 hours of operation. Correct
any problems and follow the maintenance safety procedures.
•Never leave the mixer unattended.
Maintenance work. High pressure fluids, Welding ...:
It is the responsibility of the owner and / or operator of
the mixer to ensure it’s correct maintenance. Poor
maintenance is an invitation to future problems and
failures.
•The area where the mixer maintenance work has to be
carried out, should have sufficient ventilation. Never do
this work with the tractor 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.