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General Safety Instructions

EDX 9000-TC BAH0048-6 09.2019

2.11

Cleaning and disposal

Handle and dispose of any materials used carefully, in particular

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when carrying out work on lubrication systems and equipment
and

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when cleaning using solvents.

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Workstation of the operator

The implement may be operated by only one person sitting in the
driver's seat of the tractor.

Summary of Contents for EDX 9000-TC

Page 1: ...Operating manual az Precision airplanter EDX 9000 TC MG4346 BAH0048 6 09 2019 Please read this operating manual before initial operation Keep it in a safe place for future use en...

Page 2: ...ed would not only harm himself but also make the mistake of blaming the machine for the reason of a possible failure instead of himself In order to ensure a good success one must consider the design o...

Page 3: ...facturer s address AMAZONEN WERKE H DREYER GmbH Co KG Postfach 51 D 49202 Tel Fax E mail Hasbergen Germany 49 0 5405 50 1 0 49 0 5405 501 234 amazone amazone de Spare part orders Spare parts lists are...

Page 4: ...fety instructions Only after careful reading will you be able to benefit from the full scope of your newly purchased implement Please ensure that all the implement operators have read this operating m...

Page 5: ...Safety information for users 29 2 16 1 General safety instructions and accident prevention instructions 29 2 16 2 Attached implements 33 2 16 3 Hydraulic system 34 2 16 4 Electrical system 35 2 16 5 B...

Page 6: ...Double disc coulter 78 5 6 1 Seed placement depth 78 5 6 2 Coulter pressure double disc coulter 79 5 6 3 Applying pressure on the unfolded sections 80 5 6 4 Ground contact pressure and intensity of pr...

Page 7: ...upling the implement 120 7 5 Uncoupling the implement 125 7 6 Aligning a towed implement 128 7 7 Coupling the hydraulic pump 129 7 7 1 Connecting the hydraulic pump 129 7 7 2 Uncoupling the hydraulic...

Page 8: ...gling unit 186 10 6 2 Emptying the fertiliser hopper and the metering unit 189 10 6 3 Emptying the fertiliser hopper 189 10 6 4 Cleaning the metering unit 189 11 Faults 192 11 1 Residual quantity disp...

Page 9: ...rt specialist workshop 231 12 5 18 Brake lining inspection specialist workshop 231 12 5 19 Adjusting the wheel brake on the slack adjuster specialist workshop 232 12 5 20 Checking adjusting the bearin...

Page 10: ...e directions specified in the operating manual are always viewed in the direction of travel 1 3 Presentations used Instructions and implement reactions Activities to be carried out by the user are pre...

Page 11: ...symbols on the implement in a legible state to replace damaged warning symbols Obligations of the user Before starting work anyone charged with working with on the implement is obliged to comply with...

Page 12: ...hall be available to the operator at the latest on the completion of the contract Guarantee and liability claims for damage to people or property will be excluded if they can be traced back to one or...

Page 13: ...us physical injury WARNING Indicates a hazard with medium risk which could result in death or serious physical injury if not avoided If the instructions are not followed then this may result in death...

Page 14: ...e personnel Check all the available safety equipment regularly 2 4 Safety and protective equipment Before starting up the implement each time all the safety and protection equipment must be properly a...

Page 15: ...ted persons are those who have been instructed in their assigned tasks and in the possible risks in the case of improper behaviour have been trained if necessary and have been informed about the neces...

Page 16: ...electronic energy on the implement Use appropriate measures to inform the operating personnel You can find detailed information in the relevant sections of this operating manual 2 9 Maintenance and re...

Page 17: ...e state specified by the approval WARNING Risk of crushing cutting being trapped or drawn in or impact through the failure of support parts It is strictly forbidden to drill holes in the frame or on t...

Page 18: ...l Handle and dispose of any materials used carefully in particular when carrying out work on lubrication systems and equipment and when cleaning using solvents 2 12 Workstation of the operator The imp...

Page 19: ...rning symbol consists of two fields Field 1 is a symbol describing the danger surrounded by triangular safety symbol Field 2 is a symbol showing how to avoid the danger Warning symbols explanation The...

Page 20: ...g MD 078 Risk of crushing of fingers hand by accessible moving parts of the implement This hazard can cause the most severe injuries with loss of body parts Never reach into the hazardous area while t...

Page 21: ...ous potentially fatal injuries anywhere on the body It is forbidden to stand in the swivel range of the implement when implement parts are being lowered Instruct personnel to leave the swivel range of...

Page 22: ...kV over 110 up to 220 kV over 220 up to 380 kV 1 m 2 m 3 m 4 m MD 095 Before commissioning the implement read and observe the operating manual and the safety instructions carefully MD 096 Danger from...

Page 23: ...m the designated workstation under no circumstances if you are in the lifting area between the tractor and implement MD 101 This symbol indicates jacking points for lifting gear jack MD 102 Danger fro...

Page 24: ...e that all personnel maintain an adequate safety distance from moving implement parts MD 110 This pictogram identifies parts of the implement that serve as a holding grip MD 119 Nominal speed maximum...

Page 25: ...um operating pressure of the hydraulic system is 210 bar MD 225 Risk of crushing of the entire body due to standing in the swivel range of the drawbar between the tractor and the attached implement Ca...

Page 26: ...y Instructions 26 EDX 9000 TC BAH0048 6 09 2019 2 13 1 Position of the warning signs and other markings Warning signs The following diagrams show the arrangement of the warning symbols on the implemen...

Page 27: ...General Safety Instructions EDX 9000 TC BAH0048 6 09 2019 27 Fig 3 Fig 4...

Page 28: ...king environment Failure of important implement functions Failure of prescribed methods of maintenance and repair Risk to people through mechanical and chemical influences Risk to the environment thro...

Page 29: ...tructions In addition to these instructions also comply with the generally valid national and safety and accident prevention regulations The warning signs attached on the implement provide important i...

Page 30: ...o the vehicles and may only move between the vehicles when both are at a standstill Before connecting the implement to or disconnecting the implement from the tractor s three point hydraulic system se...

Page 31: ...of the connected implement and the permissible axle and drawbar loads of the tractor If necessary drive only with a partially filled hopper It is forbidden to stand in the working area of the implemen...

Page 32: ...lus connected implement Check the brake power before moving off When turning corners with the implement coupled take the wide sweep and centrifugal mass of the implement into account Before moving off...

Page 33: ...ingle axle implements observe the maximum permitted drawbar load of the tractor on the attachment equipment Ensure that the tractor has sufficient steering and braking power Implements connected to a...

Page 34: ...e out the ignition spanner Have the hydraulic hose lines checked at least once a year by a specialist for proper functioning Replace the hydraulic hose lines if they are damaged or worn Only use origi...

Page 35: ...al If there is accidental earth contact there is a danger of explosion Risk of explosion Avoid sparking and naked flames in the area of the battery The implement may be equipped with electronic compon...

Page 36: ...r any adjusting or repair work on the braking system Pneumatic braking system Before coupling the implement clean any dirt on the sealing rings on the coupling heads of the supply and brake lines Only...

Page 37: ...tyres Tighten or retighten all the fixing screws and nuts in accordance with the specifications of AMAZONEN WERKE 2 16 7 PTO shaft operation You can attach or detach items to from the PTO shaft only a...

Page 38: ...e implement when the on board computer is switched off the drive is switched off the tractor engine is at a standstill the ignition spanner has been removed Regularly check the nuts and bolts for a fi...

Page 39: ...scribed in Dual circuit pneumatic service brake system Seite 109 Implement damage that can occur due to incorrect folding During folding of the sections the lighting can be damaged if the free hydraul...

Page 40: ...ng work must be carried out in order to comply with the permitted transport height of the implement and transport vehicle 1 Label and remove the seed tubes Fig 7 1 Fig 7 2 Remove the loading boards Fi...

Page 41: ...it will go to prevent seed accumulating in front of the seed tube Insulation tape on the seed tube hoses mark the installation position of the hoses Accidental loosening of a seed tube hose can be imm...

Page 42: ...or and filled Correctly couple the implement to the tractor before loading the implement onto a transport vehicle or unloading it from a transport vehicle You may only couple and transport the impleme...

Page 43: ...ransport height see 3 2 Seite 40 3 Move the implement into the transport position see Transportation Seite 161 Important information Seite 39 Fig 11 4 Push the implement carefully backwards onto the t...

Page 44: ...g device 3 Pull the attached implement carefully away from the transport vehicle A banksman reversing assistant is required for unloading Set the implement down 4 Disconnect the implement from the tra...

Page 45: ...nt This helps you to understand the implement better 4 1 Overview of assembly groups Fig 14 1 Fertiliser hopper 2 Blower fan for the singling unit 3 Running gear 4 Fertiliser distributor head 5 Seed h...

Page 46: ...5 1 Case for stowing the operating manual the fertiliser metering roller the digital scale Fig 15 Fig 16 1 Tensioned crosspiece 2 Jack extendable Fig 16 Fig 17 1 Mounting for supply lines Fig 17 Fig 1...

Page 47: ...048 6 09 2019 47 Fig 19 1 Setting lever for the seed shutter Fig 19 Fig 20 1 Setting lever for the air deflector Fig 20 Fig 21 1 Setting lever for the sealing lip Fig 21 Fig 22 1 Setting lever for the...

Page 48: ...lectrically adjustable seed scraper Fig 23 Fig 24 Double disc coulter Fig 24 Fig 25 1 Ladder 2 Loading board 3 Holding point Fig 25 Fig 26 1 Fill level sensor fertiliser Please note the charging sieve...

Page 49: ...emptying Fig 27 Fig 28 1 Fan fertiliser transport 2 Hydraulic drive Fig 28 Fig 29 1 Star wheel 2 Vario gearbox see also Fig 31 3 Metering unit see also Fig 30 Fig 29 Fig 30 1 Calibration crank in tra...

Page 50: ...control block 1 Functions Actuating the track marker Lift out rear frame coulters Automatically running functions Lift out star wheel Folding the rear carrier lighting 2 Electrohydraulic control bloc...

Page 51: ...rplanter is electronically monitored and controlled using a control terminal Observe the corresponding operating manual when using the implement with the control terminal AMATRON 3 Fig 34 monitored fu...

Page 52: ...actor cab displays the work performed by the implement tools and the filling funnel for the filling auger Make sure nobody is standing between the supply vehicle and filling funnel during manoeuvring...

Page 53: ...2019 53 Fig 39 1 Stop for the implement sections Prevents collisions of the implement sections with the fertiliser hopper 2 Adjustment screw for the stop 4 pcs implement Fig 39 Fig 40 1 Wheel chocks p...

Page 54: ...ement for the markings that illustrate the respective hydraulic function The tractor control unit must be used in different types of activation depending on the hydraulic function Latched for a perman...

Page 55: ...lic motor fan for the singling unit coulter pressure seeding and fertiliser coulter Pressure line with priority approx 38 l min Single acting red Pressure free return flow see section Installation reg...

Page 56: ...ed sign 5 Lighting for the number plate 6 2 rear facing warning signs Fig 42 Fig 43 1 2 forwards facing marker lights 2 2 forwards facing warning signs Fig 43 Fig 44 1 2 x 3 reflectors yellow laterall...

Page 57: ...can be travelled Along the contours Direction of travel to left 10 Direction of travel to right 10 Along the gradient Up the slope 10 Down the slope 10 Intended use also covers compliance with all the...

Page 58: ...ement while the tractor engine is running with the PTO shaft universal joint shaft hydraulic system connected as long as the tractor and implement are not protected against unintentional start up and...

Page 59: ...the CE mark Fig 45 2 The CE mark on the implement indicates compliance with the stipulations of the valid EU directives The rating plate specifies Implement ID No Type Basic weight in kg Perm drawbar...

Page 60: ...26 5 diagonal 750 45 R26 5 radial optional 270 95 R32 equipment dependent option Total height in working position mm 3200 Maximum drawbar load with full seed hopper on the field kg 5000 Service brake...

Page 61: ...m drawbar load FH when driving on the road see rating plate kg 2650 Permissible max speed without brake system 1 km h 25 with brake system km h 40 1 Operation without a brake system is not permitted i...

Page 62: ...line with a large push fit coupling ND 16 for the pressure free oil return flow In the return flow the banking up pressure must be 10 bar at the maximum PTO shaft connection Connection of PTO shaft dr...

Page 63: ...tar wheel Fig 47 8 The drive speed of the metering roller is determined by the working speed and set fertiliser quantity A hydraulic pump that is connected to the tractor PTO shaft drives the fan whic...

Page 64: ...matic service braking system with a hydraulic service brake system The hydraulic service brake system is not approved in Germany and several other EU countries Without service brake system 5 1 1 Safet...

Page 65: ...he dual circuit pneumatic service brake system controls two brake cylinders which actuate the brake shoes in the brake drums The tractor also has to be equipped with a dual circuit pneumatic service b...

Page 66: ...ion of the hydraulic functions before the hydraulic functions can be executed using the corresponding tractor control unit monitoring of the seed drill during seeding operation monitoring of the fill...

Page 67: ...ration of all hydraulic functions with only 2 tractor control units for the implement functions 1 tractor control unit for the fan singling unit Fig 52 5 3 Star wheel The star wheel Fig 53 1 drives th...

Page 68: ...frame Fig 54 1 with running gear and fertiliser hopper a foldable rear frame Fig 54 2 that lifts the coulter before turning at the end of the field is positioned more or less vertically before the imp...

Page 69: ...seed hopper Fig 55 1 is positioned above the housing of the singling drum The seed is singled by a suction force acting on the grain Fig 56 1 in the drum Fig 56 2 Surplus grains are removed by centra...

Page 70: ...g 57 By closing the seed tubes using the modules Fig 58 1 any number of rows can be switched off manually tramlines can be created Fig 58 5 5 2 Singling drum Different seed types require adjustment of...

Page 71: ...or elongated grains so that it does not fall through the larger hole The drum with 5 5 mm holes for rounded grains so that it adheres to the drum Seed Singling drum Number of rows per singling drum Ho...

Page 72: ...enters the fluid bed reduce the feed quantity by adjusting the seed shutter Fig 61 2 Fig 61 The sight glass should be half full with seed when the implement is at rest The adjustment of the seed shutt...

Page 73: ...of the lever Fig 64 1 changes the scraper position The numbers on the scale indicated by the indicator Fig 64 2 on the lever are provided for guidance The setting values can be found in Table Fig 171...

Page 74: ...level in the hopper When the seed level reaches the fill level sensor the AMATRON 3 displays a warning message At the same time an alarm signal is issued This alarm is intended to remind the tractor...

Page 75: ...d optional To meter particularly fine seed e g rapeseed a singling unit with special fine seed equipment is required Fig 69 1 Singling drum 1 2 1 6 2 Fluid bed shutter very fine mesh Fig 69 Fig 70 1 S...

Page 76: ...on the flow control valve of the tractor The fan speed is properly adjusted when the AMATRON 3 displays an air pressure of 55 mbar in the singling unit The air pressure in the singling housing is mea...

Page 77: ...of the tractor see section Adjusting the fan speed connection to the tractor hydraulic system Seite 157 or if not present at the pressure relief valve of the hydraulic motor see section Basic setting...

Page 78: ...4 close and press on the seed furrow Fig 78 The diameter of the seed hoses Fig 79 1 and feed channels Fig 79 2 vary depending on the seed Fig 79 12 mm Rapeseed 16 mm For maize sorghum rapeseed and sun...

Page 79: ...hich is operated using the AMATRON 3 in the tractor cab Fig 81 If the coulter pressure is too low the placement depth cannot be achieved The coulters do not run smoothly If the coulter pressure is too...

Page 80: ...n of the coulters the pressure applied on the sections can be adjusted Fig 84 Adjust the pressure applied to the implement sections by actuating the valve Fig 84 2 The pressure that is applied to the...

Page 81: ...re of the press rollers increases with the height at which the tab Fig 86 2 engages in the toothed segment Fig 86 3 Fig 86 Intensity of the press rollers The intensity of the press rollers changes acc...

Page 82: ...e star clearers Fig 89 1 level out the seed furrow tracks The star clearers are adjustable and suitable for mulch seeding Fig 89 5 6 6 Clod clearer optional The clod clearers Fig 90 1 level out the se...

Page 83: ...ller can be equipped with a scraper arm Fig 91 1 When using the scraper arm the row spacing may not be smaller than 45 cm The scrapers Fig 91 2 are adjustable Fig 91 5 6 8 Press roller scraper only fo...

Page 84: ...rk The fertiliser hopper can be emptied through the residual quantity withdrawal Fig 93 2 Fig 93 The cover tarpaulin Fig 94 1 protects from rainwater The rubber loops Fig 94 2 secure the cover tarpaul...

Page 85: ...iser hopper can be adjusted The residual fertiliser volume can be set at which the warning message and the alarm signal is to be emitted The height of the fill level sensor can only be adjusted when t...

Page 86: ...plement can be fitted with a filling auger Fill the filling auger with fertiliser from the transport vehicle and convey it into the fertiliser hopper of the EDX Fig 97 Folded in condition of the filli...

Page 87: ...Each metering unit is equipped with a fertiliser metering roller Fig 101 1 The metering roller is driven by the star wheel via the Vario gearbox The fertiliser will then fall out of the metering unit...

Page 88: ...ctly set and whether the fertiliser quantity is correct during subsequent seeding Fig 102 A number of calibration tests are often necessary to determine the correct gearbox setting The gearbox setting...

Page 89: ...rain size grain shape and specific weight if there are any deviations between the determined and actual fertiliser quantity The fertiliser quantity produced during the calibration test drops into the...

Page 90: ...3900 rpm The on board computer displays the current fan speed and issues an alarm if there is a deviation from the target speed Fig 106 A hydraulic pump Fig 107 1 connected to the tractor s PTO shaft...

Page 91: ...ctor track the placement depth of individual fertiliser coulters can be adjusted by turning in addition to the hydraulic adjustment Fig 109 Adjust the working depth of the single disc fertiliser coult...

Page 92: ...oil the pressure acting on the central adjustment unit the working speed Check the placement depth at regular intervals 5 cm is the distance set at the factory between fertiliser and seed placement Th...

Page 93: ...tric motor is switched on and off with a keyboard entry on the on board computer see AMATRON 3 operating manual One sided fertiliser shut off The fertiliser supply to the fertiliser coulters of the im...

Page 94: ...bout after turning at the headland On the next run the tractor driver drives over the centre of the mark The inactive track marker Fig 116 2 is lifted during operation The following are adjustable th...

Page 95: ...soil at different depths Fig 118 To achieve an equal distance between the sections and the soil across the entire section length the support wheels can be adjusted by adjusting the bolts Fig 119 5 10...

Page 96: ...tractor wheel mark eradicators Fig 122 1 loosen soil compacted by the tractor tyres and produce fine earth for covering the seed furrow The wheel mark eradicators can be set horizontally and verticall...

Page 97: ...ted the track discs Fig 124 2 are lowered automatically and mark the tramline that has just been created This makes the tramlines visible before the seed has germinated Fig 124 The following are adjus...

Page 98: ...an be illuminated when working at night Fig 125 1 Work lights on the fertiliser hopper Fig 125 Fig 126 1 Single row lighting on the coulter Fig 126 The switch Fig 127 for the lighting can be fastened...

Page 99: ...is suitable for the task The tractor and implement must meet the national road traffic regulations The operator and the user shall be responsible for compliance with the statutory road traffic regula...

Page 100: ...ment connected Requirements for the suitability of a tractor are The hydr pump output of the tractor must be at least 80 l min 12 V at 110 A output of the tractor alternator the permissible total weig...

Page 101: ...wbar load of the hitched implement This note applies only to Germany If having tried all possible alternatives it is not possible to comply with the axle loads and or the permissible total weight then...

Page 102: ...t axle total a1 a2 See technical data of tractor and front implement mounting or front weight or measurement a1 m Distance from the centre of the front axle to the centre of the lower link connection...

Page 103: ...e tractor operating manual in the table section 6 1 1 7 6 1 1 4 Calculation of the actual total weight of the combined tractor and implement H L V tat F T G G Enter the numeric value for the calculate...

Page 104: ...ation papers The actually calculated values must be less than or equal to the permissible values WARNING Risk of contusions cutting catching drawing in and knocks through insufficient stability and in...

Page 105: ...lements without their own brake system The implement is not permitted in Germany and in several other countries without its own brake system WARNING Risk of contusions cuts dragging catching or knocks...

Page 106: ...while the implement is being driven when the tractor s engine is running and the tractor s PTO shaft hydraulic system is connected if the ignition key is inserted in the tractor when the tractor s PT...

Page 107: ...nstallation of the tractor return line use only piping with ND 16 e g 20 id x 2 0 mm with a short return path to the hydraulic fluid tank For operation of all hydraulic functions the tractor hydraulic...

Page 108: ...t When coupling or uncoupling the implement secure the tractor and implement against unintentional start up and rolling before entering the danger area between the tractor and implement WARNING Risk o...

Page 109: ...he compressed air in the compressed air tank and hence the braking force will drop continuously until there is a complete brake failure if the compressed air tank is not refilled This is why the imple...

Page 110: ...es the braking force to drop leading to complete brake failure unless the compressed air tank is refilled This is why the implement may only be parked with the implement s parking brake applied and us...

Page 111: ...ement connected when the pressure gauge on the tractor shows 5 0 bar WARNING Risk of crushing cutting being caught or drawn in or impact through the accidentally rolling implement if the service brake...

Page 112: ...ck the sealing rings on the coupling head for damage and cleanliness 8 Clean the dirty sealing rings and replace any damaged sealing rings 9 Fasten the hose coupling of the supply line red in the coup...

Page 113: ...d by the coupling head of the brake line yellow When the supply line red is uncoupled from the tractor the service brake of the implement moves into braking position Always keep to this order as other...

Page 114: ...eumatic braking system using the control elements Fig 137 For this purpose the compressed air tank must be filled If the compressed air tank is empty the parking brake cannot be disengaged using the c...

Page 115: ...as no braking effect Before uncoupling the implement from the tractor secure it with 2 wheel chocks and apply the implements parking brake After decoupling the implement first fill the hydraulic accum...

Page 116: ...cured with two wheel chocks and the implement parking brake is applied 2 Couple the implement to the tractor 3 Apply the tractor parking brake switch off the tractor engine and remove the ignition key...

Page 117: ...brake DANGER Risk of accidents due to disfunctional brakes After pulling out the spring cotter pin e g when triggering the emergency brake be sure to reinsert the spring cotter pin into the brake valv...

Page 118: ...ment s parking brake Fig 141 3 Drain the hydro reservoir Fig 140 1 before uncoupling the hydraulic socket Fig 143 3 1 Actuate the valve Fig 142 1 This empties the hydraulic accumulator Fig 142 The hyd...

Page 119: ...ed markings on the hydraulic connectors Check the compatibility of the hydraulic fluids before connecting the implement to the hydraulic system of the tractor Do not mix any mineral oils with biologic...

Page 120: ...and the implement Instruct people to leave the danger area between the tractor and the implement before you approach the implement Any helpers may only act as guides standing next to the tractor and...

Page 121: ...connections once the tractor and implement have been coupled the tractor engine is shut down the tractor parking brake is applied and the ignition key is removed CAUTION Do not connect the supply line...

Page 122: ...the tractor 8 Drive the tractor in reverse up to the implement so that the lower link hooks of the tractor automatically pick up the ball of the implement The lower link hooks lock automatically 9 Ch...

Page 123: ...unit in the tractor cabin On the tractor with dual circuit pneumatic braking system couple the yellow coupling head first brake line and then the red coupling head supply line 14 Connect the hydrauli...

Page 124: ...witching the lighting on and off Fig 148 3 Fig 148 19 Check the function of the braking and lighting system 20 Push the wheel chocks Fig 149 1 into the bracket until the locking device Fig 149 2 engag...

Page 125: ...rosspiece whips upwards When uncoupling the implement there must always be enough free space in front of the implement that the tractor can be aligned with the implement again during recoupling DANGER...

Page 126: ...chock Fig 152 3 Fig 152 10 Secure the implement with two wheel chocks Fig 153 1 Fig 153 DANGER Always secure the implement with 2 wheel chocks before you uncouple the implement from the tractor 11 Rep...

Page 127: ...zontal firm base only Ensure that the jack does not sink into the ground If the jack sinks into the ground it will be impossible to couple the implement again 17 Open the securing device Fig 156 of th...

Page 128: ...If the implement is not level the catcher rollers might lift up from the ground and the seeds shoot out under the catcher roller after coming out of the shoot pipe Fig 158 2 Fig 158 The coulter frame...

Page 129: ...20 parts Reducer 1 3 8 inch 21 parts Reducer 1 3 4 inch 6 parts Reducer 8x32x38 7 7 1 Connecting the hydraulic pump 1 Disengage the tractor PTO shaft engage the tractor parking brake shut off the trac...

Page 130: ...cause burns Wear protective gloves 1 Park the implement on solid level ground 2 Support the implement on the jack Fig 161 1 3 Disengage the tractor PTO shaft engage the tractor parking brake shut off...

Page 131: ...work Risk of accident due to unintended movements of the metering unit or other implement components caused by radar pulses WARNING Danger of crushing shearing cutting being caught or drawn in winding...

Page 132: ...The numbers on the scale indicated by the indicator Fig 165 2 on the lever are provided for guidance The setting values can be found in Table Fig 166 The table values Fig 166 to are reference values V...

Page 133: ...sensors after working speed has been reached The AMATRON 3 issues an alarm 8 1 3 Adjusting the air guide Set the required air quantity for the fluidised bed by adjusting the air deflector using the le...

Page 134: ...counterclockwise Seed Scale value Air deflector Maize Soy 0 6 Sunflower Sorghum 0 5 Rapeseed 0 4 Fig 169 1 Set the air guide with the lever Fig 170 1 see setting instructions section 5 5 4 Seite 72 2...

Page 135: ...ps move the indicator clockwise to the lower scale value Correct the scraper position if at working speed the AMATRON 3 indicates gaps or doubles Seed Scale value Seed scraper Maize 60 Sunflowers 60 R...

Page 136: ...ing unit and adjust if required see section Checking the placement depth and grain spacing Seite 142 5 If the spindle adjustment does not produce the required seed placement depth adjust the coulter p...

Page 137: ...re by turning the valve screw Fig 176 2 Read of the pressure at the pressure gauge Fig 176 3 3 Tighten the lock nut Fig 176 Actuation of the electrical coulter pressure adjustment is described in the...

Page 138: ...nces the placement depth of the seed The pressure is set to 50 bar at the factory 1 Unscrew the lock nut Fig 177 1 2 Adjust the pressure on the sections by turning the valve screw Fig 177 2 Read of th...

Page 139: ...Remove the lock nut Fig 179 1 To unscrew the lock nut it must be turned opposite to the direction of rotation of the press roller 4 Pull off the press roller and reposition the spacers Fig 179 2 5 Adj...

Page 140: ...n the coulter Secure the pins with linch pins Fig 181 4 Fig 181 8 1 10 Adjusting the clod clearers The clod clearer Fig 182 1 allows the seeding unit to run smoothly on ground with rough surface struc...

Page 141: ...just the scrapers loosen the bolts Fig 183 2 Fig 183 8 1 12 Adjusting the press roller scraper Seeding coulters with fine seed equipment have a carbide coated scraper Fig 184 3 to clean the press roll...

Page 142: ...epth from the scale Fig 185 2 5 Measure the grain spacing with the blade Fig 185 The desired grain spacing is achieved by adjusting the speed of the singling drum with reference to the forward speed T...

Page 143: ...shaft engage the tractor parking brake shut off the tractor engine and remove the ignition key 2 Climb into the fertiliser hopper via the steps Fig 186 Fig 186 3 Loosen the wing nuts Fig 187 1 4 Adju...

Page 144: ...is empty Fit all the metering units on the implement with the same metering roller Open all shutters Fig 188 1 and secure linch pin Fig 188 2 1 Remove the linch pin Fig 188 2 Only required with filled...

Page 145: ...lement see section Unfolding the implement sections page 171 2 Apply the tractor parking brake switch the tractor engine off and remove the ignition spanner Fig 192 CAUTION Switch off the tractor PTO...

Page 146: ...sert a calibration trough into the holder under each metering unit Fig 193 1 4 Open all of the injector sluice flaps Fig 194 1 The opening at the bottom of the injector sluice is closed when the lever...

Page 147: ...g roller in each metering unit are filled with fertiliser 11 Close all of the injector sluice flaps Fig 195 1 12 Empty the calibration troughs under each metering unit and then put them back underneat...

Page 148: ...40 ha Fertiliser quantity kg ha 3 2 kg ha x 40 128 kg ha The desired application rate is not generally achieved with the first calibration test The correct gearbox setting can be determined using the...

Page 149: ...ues from the calibration test Calculated application rate 175 kg ha Fig 199 A Gearbox setting 70 Fig 199 B opposite one another on the calculating disc rule 2 Read the gearbox setting for the desired...

Page 150: ...coulters can be separately adjusted in addition to the hydraulic adjustment 1 Loosen the fastening nut Fig 201 1 2 Loosen the adjustment screw Fig 201 2 and remove Fig 201 DANGER Do not stand in the s...

Page 151: ...is forbidden to stand in the swivelling area of the track marker 1 Direct people out of the danger area 2 Fold out both track markers simultaneously on the field see AMATRON 3 operating manual and dr...

Page 152: ...arker length A Fig 204 measured from the centre of the implement to the contact surface of the track marker wheel on the ground Track marker length A Row spacing R cm x number of seeding units Example...

Page 153: ...y Fig 205 3 and move to the desired position 3 Tighten Fig 205 1 and lock the bolts Fig 205 2 after adjusting the wheel mark eradicator Fig 205 Vertical adjustment 1 Hold the wheel mark eradicator by...

Page 154: ...cator as follows Adjust in a vertical direction Secure with the pin Lock with a linch pin Fig 207 By throwing over the valve lever to transport position Fig 208 A it is also possible to work without t...

Page 155: ...ker Fig 210 1 Loosen the bolts 2 Adjust the track disc 2 1 Track width 2 2 Working intensity 3 Tighten the bolts Fig 210 Fig 211 1 Remove the linch pin 2 Adjust the desired working depth by reinsertin...

Page 156: ...tion after a long stoppage period the preset fan speed is not attained until the hydraulic fluid has heated up to working temperature DANGER Do not exceed the maximum fan speed of 4000 rpm The maximum...

Page 157: ...e fan Fig 215 1 produces the air pressure for transporting the fertiliser from the injector sluice to the fertiliser coulters Fig 215 DANGER Do not exceed the maximum fan speed of 4000 rpm 8 7 1 Adjus...

Page 158: ...ted to the tractor s PTO shaft drives the hydraulic motor Adjust the fan speed such that the pressure displayed on the AMATRON 3 for the singling unit is of 55 mbar For an 8 row implement maize settin...

Page 159: ...connection The pressure relief valve of the fan can be installed in two versions Fig 218 1 Round outer contour Fig 218 Fig 219 1 Hexagonal outer contour Fig 219 1 Loosen the lock nut 2 Use the hexagon...

Page 160: ...djust the pressure relief valve to the factory set dimension 21 mm Fig 221 2 1 Turn the bolt with the hexagon socket wrench Fig 221 1 accordingly 3 Tighten the lock nut Fig 222 Hexagonal outer contour...

Page 161: ...the tractor is permissible The max transport height of 4 0 m must not be exceeded Depending on the equipment of the implement the permitted maximum speed1 is as follows 25 km h without brake system 2...

Page 162: ...cutting being caught and or drawn in or impact from tipping and insufficient stability Drive in such a way that you always have full control over the tractor with the attached machine In so doing tak...

Page 163: ...ing site before approaching the implement WARNING Risk of contusions cutting catching drawing in and knocks when making interventions in the implement through unintentional implement movements On fold...

Page 164: ...minal during road transport If the on board computer is switched on there is a risk of accident caused by operation errors WARNING Risk of contusions cutting catching drawing in and knocks when making...

Page 165: ...t people to leave the loading site before approaching the implement In bends take into consideration the wide sweep and the centrifugal mass of the implement Lift up and lock the ladders Fig 242 after...

Page 166: ...arpaulin push up and lock the ladder only EDX 9000 TC see section 10 4 2 page 178 10 Fold and lock the track marker only EDX 6000 TC 11 Move the wheel mark eradicator into transport position and lock...

Page 167: ...eed1 is as follows 40 km h with dual circuit pneumatic braking system 25 km h with hydraulic brake system 10 km h without brake system 2 Note in Russia and in several other countries the permissible m...

Page 168: ...of the tractor WARNING Risk of contusions cutting catching drawing in and knocks through insufficient stability and tipping of the tractor and or the connected implement Drive in such a way that you a...

Page 169: ...permitted drive speed of the implement WARNING Risk of crushing entrapment and entanglement and risk of foreign objects being hurled out in the danger area of the driven PTO shaft Direct people away...

Page 170: ...g hooks Fig 225 1 for the implement sections more visible Fig 225 Before unfolding folding the implement sections connect all hydraulic supply lines to the tractor connect the AMATRON 3 and switch it...

Page 171: ...es automatically When a suitable position for the unfolding procedure is reached the AMATRON 3 issues an acoustic signal Once the signal has sounded you can switch functions in AMATRON 3 and start unf...

Page 172: ...Fig 226 9 2 Actuate the yellow tractor control unit until the implement is unfolded into working position see Fig 230 10 Put the yellow tractor control unit into neutral position and leave it in neut...

Page 173: ...control unit until the track markers Fig 231 1 are folded parking position the star wheel is lifted the rear frame is lifted see Fig 232 Fig 231 The lifting procedure finishes automatically as soon a...

Page 174: ...red and stopped by the locking hook Fig 233 3 the rear carrier Fig 234 1 with light fittings and warning signs is folded into road transport position Fig 234 9 Move the implement into a horizontal pos...

Page 175: ...track markers DANGER Direct people out of the danger area of the track markers 1 Press the Parking button see AMATRON 3 operating manual 2 Keep actuating the yellow tractor control unit until both tra...

Page 176: ...s to the desired working depth see section Adjusting the tractor wheel mark eradicator page 154 Fig 237 10 3 2 Moving the tractor wheel mark eradicator into transport position 1 Swivel the tractor whe...

Page 177: ...hopper cover with the fan running Switch off the fan before opening the seed hopper cover and only switch back on when the cover is closed 10 4 1 Fill the seed hopper 1 Lower the rear frame 2 Disenga...

Page 178: ...Disengage the tractor PTO shaft engage the tractor parking brake shut off the tractor engine and remove the ignition key Fig 241 4 Release the rubber loops Fig 241 1 together with the cover hook Fig 2...

Page 179: ...ged material from a supply vehicle with a filling auger from a supply vehicle Fig 244 13 Disengage the tractor PTO shaft engage the tractor parking brake shut off the tractor engine and remove the ign...

Page 180: ...y The collection bucket is used to collect any residual amounts 1 Hook on the collection bucket Fig 246 1 2 Unlock the flap Fig 246 2 3 Open the flap Fig 246 3 Fig 246 4 Actuate the auger unfolding Fi...

Page 181: ...ctuate the folding of the auger 9 Collect residual quantities and fill into the hopper 10 Close the flap Fig 246 3 11 Lock the flap Fig 246 2 Fig 249 DANGER Never move between the supply vehicle and t...

Page 182: ...ng the coulters pull the implement forward slightly Never drive in reverse as soon as the coulters are in the soil This can cause the coulters to become clogged Slightly raise the coulters before stop...

Page 183: ...t to heavy soil or vice versa at regular intervals at the latest when refilling the seed hopper Impurities in the seed delivery sections can cause erroneous seeding 10 5 1 During operation During oper...

Page 184: ...Turn the combination Fig 250 Avoid strong deceleration and acceleration to prevent placement errors in the distribution along the row The speed of the singling drum is regulated depending on the tract...

Page 185: ...position when the yellow tractor control unit is actuated 10 5 3 Folding the track markers before reaching an obstacle To prevent damage to the active track marker when hitting an obstacle press the...

Page 186: ...6 1 Emptying the seed hopper and or seed singling unit DANGER Switch off the tractor PTO shaft apply the tractor parking brake switch off the tractor engine and remove the ignition key WARNING The see...

Page 187: ...DX 9000 TC BAH0048 6 09 2019 187 3 Fold the mount down and secure linch pin Fig 255 1 Fig 255 4 Place the collecting trough in the mount Fig 256 5 Release the screen shutter Fig 257 Use the hexagon wr...

Page 188: ...llecting trough Fig 259 2 Fig 259 7 Empty the collection trough 7 2 Open the lock Fig 260 1 with the hexagon wrench provided Fig 260 2 7 3 Pour the collected seed into the seed hopper for re use 8 Clo...

Page 189: ...into the calibration trough or a suitable container 2 Empty and clean the metering unit after operation see section Cleaning the metering unit unterhalb Fig 261 10 6 4 Cleaning the metering unit Empt...

Page 190: ...on Installing removing the metering roller Seite 144 on all of the metering units Fig 263 2 Empty the residual quantities from the hopper and metering unit 2 1 Turn the handle Fig 264 1 The metering u...

Page 191: ...ve the metering roller see section Installing removing the metering roller Seite 144 Fig 267 The metering unit must be emptied and cleaned after completing the seeding work in all cases 6 Open the shu...

Page 192: ...ntentional start up and rolling before you eliminate any faults on the implement On this subject see section 6 2 Seite 106 Wait for the implement to stop before entering the implement danger area CAUT...

Page 193: ...ected parts of the body particularly the eyes The AMATRON 3 indicates when one or more coulters are blocked and the seed is no longer being placed in the soil The air flow in the seed tube then ceases...

Page 194: ...the point where they have just come clear of the ground 3 Release but do not remove the two bolts Fig 269 1 Fig 269 4 Fold up the press rollers and hook onto the clamp Fig 270 1 5 Clear the blockage...

Page 195: ...stop This causes the seed to fall from the sealing lip into the collection trough Fig 271 2 Then move the sprung lever Fig 272 1 back to the end stop to its initial position Fig 272 3 The collection...

Page 196: ...AMATRON 3 fails 1 When the on board computer fails on the field keep actuating the yellow tractor control unit until the active track marker is completely raised see Fig 274 2 Switch off the tractor...

Page 197: ...ox 10o before the vertical position see Fig 277 Fig 277 15 Fold the implement sections 15 1 Keep actuating the green tractor control unit until both implement sections Fig 278 1 rest against the runne...

Page 198: ...s during transportation Check that the locking hooks are fitted correctly Fig 278 3 16 Move the implement into a horizontal position by actuating the tractor lower links Fig 280 The implement requires...

Page 199: ...folded and unfolded on the field If the track marker still encounters a solid obstacle a shear bolt shears off Fig 281 2 and thus protects the track marker from damage Only use original bolts Fig 281...

Page 200: ...get spacing The incorrect calibration value pul 100 is being used for seeding Determine the calibration value pul 100 and recalibrate the AMATRON 3 Warning message Pressure of singling unit Compressed...

Page 201: ...aintenance and repair work Risk of accident due to unintended movements of the metering unit or other implement components caused by radar pulses WARNING Risk of crushing shearing cutting being caught...

Page 202: ...t or when removing dressing dust e g with compressed air wear a protective suit face mask safety glasses and gloves DANGER Fully extend or retract the implement before cleaning it Never clean the impl...

Page 203: ...the high pressure cleaner steam jet must not exceed 120 bar Comply with safety regulations when working with high pressure cleaners Completely dispose of fertiliser residue Fertiliser residues harden...

Page 204: ...f the fan Fig 284 7 Use compressed air to remove dust and dirt from the star wheels Fig 285 1 behind the scale area Fig 285 2 Dismounting of the scale plate as shown is not required 8 Close the singli...

Page 205: ...06 6 Fully extend or retract the implement before cleaning it see section 7 1 Seite 109 Never clean the implement if the rear frame and implement sections are not completely folded 7 Clean the impleme...

Page 206: ...itch off the tractor engine and remove the ignition key WARNING There is the risk of slipping on the path to the distributor head and in the area of the distributor head 3 Loosen the clamping ring Fig...

Page 207: ...g 289 2 with the hexagon wrench provided 4 Remove the pin Fig 289 3 5 Remove the housing cover Fig 289 1 Fig 289 6 Pull the singling drum out of the housing To do so turn slowly clockwise 7 Installati...

Page 208: ...6 09 2019 When installing the housing cover pay attention to the recesses Fig 291 1 Fig 291 Secure the bearing seat with the pin Fig 291 1 Fig 292 The transport box Fig 293 1 serves to park the singli...

Page 209: ...nts on the implement are marked with a foil sticker Fig 294 Carefully clean the grease nipple and grease gun before lubrication so that no dirt is pressed into the bearings Press the dirty grease comp...

Page 210: ...303 25 3 Rear frame hydraulic cylinder 1 Fig 298 Fig 299 25 4 Tractor wheel mark eradicator not shown 2 Fig 309 25 5 Rear frame folding 2 Fig 297 25 6 Implement section folding 4 Fig 301 25 not shown...

Page 211: ...Cleaning maintenance and repairs EDX 9000 TC BAH0048 6 09 2019 211 Fig 296 Fig 297 Fig 298 Fig 299 Fig 300 Fig 301 Fig 302 Fig 303...

Page 212: ...Cleaning maintenance and repairs 212 EDX 9000 TC BAH0048 6 09 2019 Fig 304 Fig 305 Fig 306 Fig 307 Fig 308 Fig 309...

Page 213: ...se lines This inspection has to be recorded by the operator Section 12 5 16 Checking the oil level in the Vario gearbox Section 12 5 8 Checking inflation pressure of the tyres Section 12 5 12 After th...

Page 214: ...n Cleaning the fertiliser distributor head Section 12 2 3 1 Check fertiliser metering units for contamination and clean if necessary see section Emptying the fertiliser hopper and the metering unit Se...

Page 215: ...er disc Section 12 5 5 Checking the fertiliser coulter furrow former Section 12 5 6 Checking the wear bushing on the support roller arm Section 12 5 7 Every 12 months Specialist workshop Checking the...

Page 216: ...the dust caps Fig 310 3 5 Unscrew and remove the central bolts Fig 310 4 6 Pay attention to the number of spacer discs Fig 310 5 Fig 310 The central bolts have different thread The right central bolt...

Page 217: ...light pretension Remove or add spacer discs Fig 311 6 as required 7 Mount the spacer discs that are not required on the opposite side of the coulter disc bearing with the central bolt 8 Fit on and tig...

Page 218: ...ral bolt has right hand thread The left central bolt has left hand thread 6 Loosen and remove the seeding tube Fig 314 4 7 Undo the bolt Fig 314 2 8 Undo the bolt Fig 314 3 9 Swivel the rear coulter u...

Page 219: ...er s coulter disc 1 Determine the diameter of the coulter discs 2 Replace the cutting discs if the diameter of the coulter disc is less than 360 mm 3 Unscrew and remove the bolts Fig 312 1 4 Dismount...

Page 220: ...een the furrow former and coulter disc to 1 2 mm by tightening the nuts differently 6 Lock the nuts Fig 317 12 5 7 Checking the wear bushing on the support roller arm 1 Check the condition of the wear...

Page 221: ...fluid grades and fill level of the Vario gearbox Total filling quantity 0 9 litres Gear oil selectable Wintershall Wintal UG22 WTL HM ex works Fuchs Renolin MR5 VG22 Fig 320 12 5 9 On board hydraulic...

Page 222: ...thin mineral oil SAE 30 or SAE 40 Fig 322 12 5 12 Checking inflation pressure of the tyres The required tyre pressure is dependent on the tyre size the tyre load bearing capacity the forward speed Th...

Page 223: ...FLOTATION 2 0 bar Axle load 6600 kg speed 25 km h Tyres Nominal inflation pressure BKT 270 95 R32 AGRIMAX RT 955 136 A8 B TL 4 0bar Axle load 7000 kg 8500 kg speed 25km h Tyres Nominal inflation press...

Page 224: ...ecialist workshop Check the tightening torques of the wheel nuts bolts regularly see section Maintenance schedule overview Seite 213 Using the torque wrench tighten the wheel nuts across from each oth...

Page 225: ...non use 1 Dismount the singling drum see section Removing installing the singling drum Seite 207 2 Turn in the relief pins Fig 327 1 by approx half a turn Fig 327 3 The groove Fig 328 1 must be comple...

Page 226: ...Pretension the hole covering rollers before beginning work 1 Place the hole covering rollers Fig 331 1 on the singling drum Fig 331 2 Dismount the singling drum see section Removing installing the si...

Page 227: ...icle and the trailer Ensure that the hydraulic hose lines are connected correctly Regularly check all the hydraulic hose lines and couplings for damage and impurities Have the hydraulic hose lines che...

Page 228: ...ne 12 02 year month February 2012 3 Maximum permitted operating pressure 210 bar Fig 334 12 5 16 2 Maintenance intervals After the first 10 operating hours and then every 50 operating hours 1 Check al...

Page 229: ...pressurized and pressurised state or when bent e g layer separation bubble formation pinching bends Leak points Damage or deformation of the hose assembly sealing function restricted minor surface dam...

Page 230: ...aulic hose lines are avoided Use appropriate arrangements and fixing to prevent any scouring of the hoses on components or on each other If necessary secure hydraulic hose lines using protective cover...

Page 231: ...gs must be checked by a specialist workshop For this purpose the wheel and brake drum must be detached 1 Unscrew the two cover plates Fig 335 1 on the inside of the brake drum 2 Remove any dirt and pl...

Page 232: ...the push direction 2 Measure the stroke Fig 337 a of the long stroke diaphragm cylinder push rod Fig 337 The stroke Fig 337 a can be a maximum of 35 mm Readjust the wheel brake if the stroke is longe...

Page 233: ...is a noticeable bearing clearance Fig 339 Adjusting the bearing clearance of the wheel hubs 1 Remove the dust or hub cap 2 Remove the cotter pin from the axle nut 3 Tighten the wheel nut by simultaneo...

Page 234: ...Fig 341 1 Brake shaft bearings 4 200 2 Automatic slack adjuster 2 1000 3 Renew the wheel hub bearing grease Check for wear on the taper roller bearings 2 1000 Use only lithium soap based grease with a...

Page 235: ...ate the chain links especially in the area of deflection Do not apply extra top up lubrication to the chain with tough lubricants since the joints are sealed against re lubrication and dirt particles...

Page 236: ...ons catching and knocks when the implement unexpectedly releases from the tractor Check the tensioned crosspiece and the drawbar for visible defects whenever the implement is coupled Have any visible...

Page 237: ...worn out Ropes and cables must be properly run must have no visible cracks may not be knotted Check the brake cylinder piston stroke 12 7 2 Checking the service brake system for safe operating conditi...

Page 238: ...he rating plate Fig 343 2 is rusty loose or the rating plate is missing from the compressed air tank replace the compressed air tank Fig 343 The compressed air tank may be replaced in a specialist wor...

Page 239: ...eater than 0 10 bar i e about 0 6 bar per hour If the values are exceeded go to a specialist workshop 12 8 4 Cleaning the line filter The dual circuit pneumatic braking system has a line filter Fig 34...

Page 240: ...e pressure tank Fig 345 1 connected to it are under a constant high pressure approx 50 bar In the event of repairs the following tasks may only be performed in a specialist workshop with suitable tool...

Page 241: ...106 162 232 326 247 314 M S 8 8 10 9 12 9 M 8 13 25 35 41 M 8x1 27 38 41 M 10 16 17 49 69 83 M 10x1 52 73 88 M 12 18 19 86 120 145 M 12x1 5 90 125 150 M 14 22 135 190 230 M 14x1 5 150 210 250 M 16 24...

Page 242: ...r wheel lifting 0420 Fertiliser coulter pressure 0141 Relief valve only for 16 20 rows 0430 Section pressure loading board 0150 Load lowering brake valve 0440 ED coulter pressure loading board 0160 Li...

Page 243: ...Hydraulic diagram EDX 9000 TC BAH0048 6 09 2019 243 Fig 346...

Page 244: ...Hydraulic diagram 244 EDX 9000 TC BAH0048 6 09 2019...

Page 245: ...Notes EDX 9000 TC BAH0048 6 09 2019 245 14 Notes Space for your notes...

Page 246: ...H DREYER GmbH Co KG Postfach 51 D 49202 Hasbergen Gaste Germany Tel 49 0 5405 501 0 email amazone amazone de http www amazone de...

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