Amity Technology 3200, Operating Manual

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4.2 Defoliator Preparation
4.2.1 Flail Spacing: Verify the spacing matches the spacing
of the planted crop as shown in Figure 11.
A=B/2 Center of frame to center of flail basket
B=Row spacing
4.2.2 Scalpers: In addition to Flail baskets Scalpers also need to be correctly positioned for row spac-
ing and should be adjusted to match if they are not already. For additional adjustment refer to sec-
tion 7.0 Adjustments, for proper setup of the scalpers including basket height and scalper knife posi-
tion.
4.2.3 Shield Placement: Before starting, be sure to secure the shields in operating position (closed
position).
4.2.4 Gearbox Oil Level: Check all gearbox oil levels before operating. Re-
fer to section 11.0, Lubrication and Maintenance, for oil type and fill level
information.
4.2.5 Greasing: Refer to section 11.0, Lubrication and Maintenance, for
grease type and frequency requirements. Ensure all components have
been greased per guidelines before preliminary start
- up.
IMPORTANT: Use only hand held grease guns. Air - powered grease guns can damage your seals.
Over greasing may also damage bearing seals. If damage due to over greasing occurs, replace the
damaged seals immediately.
4.2.6 Attaching PTO driveline to Defoliator:
Remove the gearbox shield access covers.
Connect the PTO driveline to the gearbox spline
shaft.
Lock the PTO in place using 2 -
5
/
8
in. bolts and
nuts installed through the groove in the
gearbox shaft.
Replace shield access covers.
Figure 4 - 5: Gearbox
Figure 4 - 6: Attaching PTO to Defoliator
Figure 4 - 4: Flail Spacing