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8.3 Lubrication Locations (continued)

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Middle head shaft bearings (1). Two
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Inside ends of head shaft bearings (1).

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Front head shaft bearing (1).

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Page 1: ...ERATING MANUAL 2022 Crop Chaser 1000 2800 7th Avenue North Fargo ND 58108 Phone 701 232 4199 Fax 701 234 1716 www amitytech com MANUAL PART NO 318877 RELEASE DATE 01 2022 DESIGNED AND MANUFACTURED IN USA ...

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Page 3: ...ponsibilities of Amity Technology to the Owner and Amity Technology shall not be liable for negligence under contract or in any manner with respect to such machines IN NO EVENT SHALL THE OWNER BE ENTITLED TO RECOVER FOR INCIDENTAL SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SUCH AS BUT NOT LIMITED TO LOSS OF CROPS LOSS OF PROFITS OR REVENUE OTHER COMMERCIAL LOSSES IN CONVENIENCE OR COST OF RENTAL OR REPLACEM...

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Page 5: ...ront and Rear Weights 4 2 4 4 Check Unloading Chains 4 3 4 5 Check Drive Motor Chains 4 3 4 6 Tilt Cylinder Pin Location 4 3 5 0 ATTACHING AND DETACHING 5 1 5 1 Attaching Hydraulic and Electrical Systems 5 1 5 2 Attaching Cart to Tractor Drawbar 5 2 5 3 Testing for Proper Operation 5 4 6 0 OPERATING THE CART 6 1 6 1 Start Up 6 1 6 2 Filling the Cart 6 1 6 3 Unloading The Cart 6 2 6 4 Scale System ...

Page 6: ...stall NOTE Right and left hand sides are determined by facing in the direction the implement will travel when moving forward 1 2 Serial Number Record the serial number model number and model year to help trace the machine in the event that it is stolen Your dealer also needs these numbers for all warranty claims and for when you order parts The serial number is found on the serial number plate whi...

Page 7: ...safety and operating instructions in the manual All accidents can be avoided A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety instructions is not qualified to operate the machine An untrained operator exposes himself and bystanders to serious injury or death Do not modify the equipment in any way Unauthorized modification may impair the function or safety or both and could alter t...

Page 8: ...way from all moving and or rotating parts 4 Ensure that all tractor controls are in neutral before starting 5 Never wear ill fitting baggy or frayed clothing when working on or around the machine 6 Make sure that all guards and shields are properly installed and secured before operating the machine 7 Clear the area of all bystanders especially children when carrying out any maintenance or making a...

Page 9: ...he skin s surface 7 Before applying pressure to the system make sure all components are tight and that lines hoses and couplings are not damaged 8 On self contained hydraulic systems make sure that shut off valves are in open position before engaging PTO 2 5 Transport Safety 1 Read and understand all information in the Operator s Manual regarding procedures and safety when operating the machine in...

Page 10: ...egible or parts are replaced without decals then new decals must be applied New decals are available from your authorized dealer PN 9971011 Hazard Moving Parts Avoidance Keep hands feet hair and cloth ing away from moving parts PN 303265 Hazard Crushing from Above Avoidance Never crawl or work under ma chine unless it is properly sup ported PN 9971013 Hazard Moving Parts Avoidance Keep shields and...

Page 11: ...y Alert Avoidance Shut off engine and remove key before performing maintenance or repair work PN 303277 Hazard Falling off Machine Avoidance Do not climb on the machine PN 997861 Hazard General Safety Alert Avoidance Read and understand the Opera tor s Manual before operating the machine PN 9971015 Hazard Falling off Machine Avoidance Do not climb on the machine PN 303263 Hazard Getting Limbs or C...

Page 12: ...ear PN 303267 Hazard Rotating Flails Avoidance Do not approach machine until flail rotation has stopped PN 307165 Hazard Flying Debris Avoidance Keep top door closed when flails are rotating PN 311206 Hazard Whole Body Entanglement Avoidance Do not remove safety shield while engine is running PN 997863 Hazard Electrical Shock Avoidance Keep the machine clear of over head electrical power lines ...

Page 13: ...gative Tongue Weight Avoidance Stay clear of the tongue when dis connecting the implement from the tractor Read the Operator s Manual or safety information and operating instructions before op erating the machine PN 997857 Hazard Loss of Machine Control Avoidance Install the safety chains when attaching the implement to the tractor Read the Operator s Man ual for safety information and op erating ...

Page 14: ...6 288 kg See section 4 6 for pin location information Max Road Speed Travel 20 mph 32 2 kph Operating Speed Loaded 10 mph 16 1 kph Transport Height 13 5 ft 4 11 m Field Position Height 13 5 ft 4 11 m Transport Width 14 ft 4 27 m Field Position Width 14 ft 4 27 m Overall Machine Length 35 4 ft 10 79 m 3 2 Track Specifications Width 3 ft 0 91 m Length 11 35 ft 3 46 m Height 3 4 ft 1 04 m Width Cente...

Page 15: ...ht 34 800 lbs 15 785 kg Hitch Category 4 5 Minimum Hydraulic Capacity 42 GPM 159 L m Hydraulic Pressure 2700 psi 18 6 Mpa Number of SCVs 6 Case Drain Required Table 3 4 Tractor Specifications 3 3 Tractor Specifications ...

Page 16: ...3 3 168 283 in 161 439 in 161 439 in 424 214 in ...

Page 17: ...nd undamaged 5 The weight monitor must be securely mounted in the cab of the tractor 6 If equipped check the cameras for clarity position and operation Figure 4 1 Category 5 Hitch Figure 4 2 Hitch Removal 4 2 Installing Hitch 1 The cart is equipped with a Category 3 4 implement hitch A Category 5 hitch 1 is mounted on the top of the hitch and can be installed if necessary 2 To install the Category...

Page 18: ...70 1090 ft lb 1315 1480 N m Install the Category 4 hitch in the storage spot and secure with the bolts 2 and nuts 1 4 3 Installing Front and Rear Weights The cart is equipped with a front 1 and rear 2 weight rack that can hold up to 1100 lbs 499 kg each Figure 4 3 Category 5 Hitch Installation Figure 4 5 Rear Weight Rack Figure 4 4 Front Weight Rack 1 1 2 2 ...

Page 19: ...Tilt Cylinder Pin Location There are three locations for the bottom pin of the front and rear tilt cylinders Moving the pin will adjust how far the tank tilts The pin location is a limiting factor for tank capacity Refer to the following table and corresponding image for maximum tank capacity Figure 4 6 Unloading Chain Figure 4 7 Drive Motor Chain 1 1 Pin Location Max Tank Capacity 1 65 000 lbs 29...

Page 20: ...g Hydraulic and Electrical Systems Figure 5 2 Attaching Hydraulic Hoses Figure 5 3 Attaching Safety Light Connector Figure 5 1 Hydraulic Jack in Lowered Position 1 With the cart sitting on the hydraulic jack stand back the tractor in front of the hitch 2 Connect the hydraulic hoses from the machine to the tractor Be sure the hose couplers are secured in the tractor s couplers 3 Install the safety ...

Page 21: ...e hitch up in the center of the drawbar 2 2 With the hitch and draw bar properly aligned install the pin 1 IMORTANT Be sure the pin mechanical lock devise is in place The device may be a pin lock loop 1 as shown or a cross pin at the bottom of the drop pin Figure 5 4 Hitch Height Figure 5 5 Hitch Pin Figure 5 6 Hitch Pin Lock Loop 1 1 2 1 ...

Page 22: ...wn IMORTANT Be sure the safety chain lock 1 is secured 4 Raise the hydraulic jack 1 before moving cart Insert pin 2 to keep jack in place Figure 5 7 Safety Chain Figure 5 8 Safety Chain lock Figure 5 9 Hydraulic Jack in Raised Position 1 1 1 ...

Page 23: ...peration 1 Start the tractor and check that all the hydraulic operations are correct 2 Raise and lower the tank completely 3 Tilt the tank completely and return to the stored position Figure 5 10 Cart with Tank in Lowered Position ...

Page 24: ... of 10 mph 17 km h 6 The cart must be loaded as evenly as possible to have better control during the unloading process Do not overload the cart CAUTION Do not elevate the tank during loaded travel This would change the center of gravity of the cart and cause handling or tipping problems on turns or side inclines NOTE The turning radius of the cart and tractor depends on the capabilities of the tra...

Page 25: ...nches 60 cm If the receiving unit is taller than the cart the cart tank will move 8 inches 30 cm closer for every 24 inches 60 cm the tank is raised The distance between the cart and the unit to be loaded may vary with the type of product being unloaded from the cart The first time the cart is unloaded be very careful to see how the product pours from the cart into the receiving unit This will pro...

Page 26: ...be used to initiate the unloading process before the tank is completely tilted The unloading chains can also be used to dislodge any material left in the lower right corner of the tank Speed of the chains can be changed by adjusting the hydraulic flow 6 Return the tank to travel position 7 Drive straight forward until the back of the tank is clear of the receiving unit including the tow vehicle be...

Page 27: ...which is a tablet and smartphone based weighing and data management system The Operator s Manual for the Libra Cart system is supplied with the Amity cart The most current Operation Manual can be found online at https www agrimatics com html_help cart index Figure 6 4 Tilting Tank ...

Page 28: ...en damaged or missing Figure 7 1 Transporting Cart 7 2 Preparing For Transport 1 Be sure all hydraulics are connected and operating correctly 2 Be sure the hitch pin is in place and secured 3 Be sure the safety chains are connected correctly 4 Be sure the implement jack is completely retracted 5 Clean all soil and debris from the cart 6 Inspect all safety decals and lights are clean visible and op...

Page 29: ... the total length of the tractor and cart It is recommended that the operator does some practice turns with the empty cart to see what the turning capabilities are for the tractor cart combination before using the cart CAUTION The cart must not come into contact with the tractor during a turn CAUTION Do not elevate the tank during transport This would change the center of gravity of the cart and c...

Page 30: ...e 8 1 Areas of Debris Buildup Figure 8 2 Tank Raised for Cleaning Any level surface like the tops of the frame rails 1 the track undercarriage 2 the top surface of bracing 3 and anywhere bracing components meet 4 to form a cradle for dirt and debris The tank can be raised to clean the top of the frame or access the tank drain plugs Perform the following steps to place tank safety pin in lock posit...

Page 31: ...and rear storage holders Install the pin in the safety lock position The cart has four drain plugs 1 under the tank Remove the drain plugs 1 to empty the water or fluid from the tanks Figure 8 3 Tank Safety Pin Storage Location Figure 8 4 Tanks Safety Pin Lock Position Figure 8 5 Drain Plug 1 ...

Page 32: ...l other grease points 2 Grease upper and lower lift cylinders 3 Grease both ends of all cylinders 4 Grease the top tilt rollers 12 Hours 1 Grease upper and lower lift rollers 48 Hours 1 Grease both ends of all cylinders 2 Lubricate the track assembly with a silicon base penetrating spray 3 Grease the hitch implement ring 4 Grease hitch pivot points 250 Hours or Annually 1 Remove and clean upper an...

Page 33: ...8 4 8 3 Lubrication Locations 1 Rear tilt cylinder rod end 1 Figure 8 6 Rear Tilt Cylinder Rod End Figure 8 7 Rear Tilt Cylinder Rod End Grease Fitting 1 1 ...

Page 34: ...8 5 8 3 Lubrication Locations continued 2 Rear lift cylinder base end 1 Figure 8 8 Rear Lift Cylinder Base End Figure 8 9 Rear Lift Cylinder Base End Fitting 1 1 ...

Page 35: ...8 6 8 3 Lubrication Locations continued 3 Rear base end of tilt 1 and rod end of lift 2 cylinders Figure 8 10 Grease Location Figure 8 11 Grease Fittings 1 2 1 2 ...

Page 36: ...8 7 8 3 Lubrication Locations continued 4 Front lift cylinder base end 1 Figure 8 12 Front Lift Cylinder Base End Figure 8 13 Front Lift Cylinder Base End Grease Fitting 1 1 ...

Page 37: ...8 8 8 3 Lubrication Locations continued 5 Front tilt cylinder rod end 1 Figure 8 14 Front Tilt Cylinder Rod End Figure 8 15 Front Tilt Cylinder Rod End Grease Fitting 1 1 ...

Page 38: ...8 9 8 3 Lubrication Locations continued 6 Front base end of tilt 1 and rod end of lift 2 cylinders Figure 8 16 Grease Location Figure 8 17 Grease Fittings 1 2 1 2 ...

Page 39: ...ocations continued 7 Base end 1 of jack cylinder 8 Rod end 1 of jack cylinder 9 Rear head shaft bearings 1 Figure 8 19 Rear Head Shaft Bearings Figure 8 18 Rod End of Jack Cylinder Figure 8 18 Base End of Jack Cylinder 1 1 1 ...

Page 40: ...ocations continued 10 Middle head shaft bearings 1 Two locations 11 Inside ends of head shaft bearings 1 12 Front head shaft bearing 1 Figure 8 22 Grease Location Figure 8 21 Grease Location Figure 8 20 Grease Location 1 1 1 ...

Page 41: ... and frequency for the track undercarriage is on the placard 1 attached to the frame 2 See the Track Operator s Manual provided with the cart for changing the oil in the idler and midroller hubs and changing the grease in the top roller wheel hubs Figure 8 24 Grease Information Placard Figure 8 23 Hitch Implement Ring 1 1 ...

Page 42: ...2 for all the adjusting screws IMPORTANT Each chain must be equally tensioned on both sides or they will not work properly and could cause damage to the machine 4 To adjust the tension on the unloading chain drive motor chain rotate the adjusting nut 4 clockwise to increase and counterclockwise to decrease the tension Figure 8 27 Drive Motor Chain Tension Figure 8 25 Unloading Chain Tension 1 Figu...

Page 43: ...the cart is supported by the hitch jack and blocking material 9 2 Beginning of The Season 1 Review the Operator s Manual before field operations 2 Check the cart for any loose or damaged components Tighten any components including guards and shields 3 Install the eight drain plugs IMPORTANT All components that are damaged or worn must be repaired or replaced before operating the cart See the Parts...

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