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6                                           Maestro RC Owner’s Manual – Ver. 2.1 10/2019 

 

           

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Correct Calculation of Ballasting ....................................................................................................58 

Data for calculation: ...................................................................................................................58 
Formulas: ...................................................................................................................................58 
Table: .........................................................................................................................................59 

Parking the Machine .........................................................................................................................60 

Parking ..........................................................................................................................................60 

Cleaning ....................................................................................................................................60 
Storage (end of season) .............................................................................................................60 

Folding/Unfolding ..............................................................................................................................61 

Menu “Folding” ..............................................................................................................................61 
Folding: .........................................................................................................................................62 
Unfolding: ......................................................................................................................................64 

Fan – Vacuum...................................................................................................................................65 
Maintenance .....................................................................................................................................65 

Retightening the Fan Flange .........................................................................................................66 

Seed on Demand (SOD) System ......................................................................................................67 
Emptying Residues/Cleaning ............................................................................................................68 
Checks and Maintenance ..................................................................................................................68 
Row Unit ...........................................................................................................................................69 

Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................69 
Metering Unit .................................................................................................................................69 

Emptying the Metering Unit ........................................................................................................70 
Maintenance / Inspection ...........................................................................................................70 
Opening the Metering Unit .........................................................................................................70 
Unscrewing the Housing Half .....................................................................................................70 
Metering Disks ...........................................................................................................................71 

Maestro Metering Disks & Components .........................................................................................72 
Maestro Metering Disks & Components (cont’d) ............................................................................73 
Maestro Disk Kit Contents .............................................................................................................74 
Maestro Meter Disc & Initial Settings – 30’’ Row Spacing ..............................................................75 
Maestro Meter Disc & Initial Settings – 38’’ Row Spacing ..............................................................76 

Wear and Inspection of Metering Disks ......................................................................................78 
Vacuum Adjustment ...................................................................................................................78 

Summary of Contents for Maestro RC Central Fill 1230

Page 1: ...Ver 2 1 10 2019 www horsch com Maestro RC Central Fill Owner s Manual Serial Numbers RC 1230 SN 530123019001 530123019xxx RC 1630 SN 530163019001 530163019xxx RC 1238 SN 530123819001 530123819xxx Issu...

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Page 3: ...Maestro RC Owner s Manual Ver 2 1 10 2019 3 www horsch com...

Page 4: ...tructions 24 Authorized Operators 24 Machine Installation to Service 25 Notes 26 Section 2 Safety 27 Information Regarding Safety 28 Safety Symbols on the Machine 28 Operational Safety 32 Stay Clear o...

Page 5: ...Sure Grip Traction 7 60 15 6 Ply Trencher Tire 47 Notes 48 Section 4 Hydraulics 49 Connecting the Hydraulic System 50 Hydraulic Connections 51 Pressure Accumulator 51 Service and Maintenance 51 Notes...

Page 6: ...on Demand SOD System 67 Emptying Residues Cleaning 68 Checks and Maintenance 68 Row Unit 69 Maintenance 69 Metering Unit 69 Emptying the Metering Unit 70 Maintenance Inspection 70 Opening the Metering...

Page 7: ...e Metering Unit 83 Selection of Metering Disks 83 Tables 83 Checking the Settings 84 Inspection in the field 85 Changing the Settings 85 Possible Faults Remedy 86 Seed Tube 87 Every 20 Hours 88 Parkin...

Page 8: ...ce and Servicing 98 Cleaning 98 Maintenance Periods 98 Storage 98 Lubricating Machine 99 Hygiene 99 Exposure to Lubricants 99 Service 99 Maintenance Schedule Maestro RC 100 Maintenance Schedule Maestr...

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Page 11: ...Maestro RC Owner s Manual Ver 2 1 10 2019 11 www horsch com Section 1 General Information...

Page 12: ...remain with the machine if you no longer own it Right hand and left hand are determined by facing the direction of forward travel respectively HORSCH reserves the right to alter illustrations as well...

Page 13: ...mpleted correctly and submitted no later than four weeks after the damage occurred No warranty claims will be accepted to machines under the warranty waiver start date except any related Technical Ser...

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Page 15: ...______________________ Name of the Service Technician Dealer representative Dealer Customer Name ______________________________ Name _______________________________________ Address ___________________...

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Page 17: ..._____________________ Name of the Service Technician Dealer representative Dealer Customer Name ______________________________ Name _______________________________________ Address ____________________...

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Page 19: ..._____________________ Name of the Service Technician Dealer representative Dealer Customer Name ______________________________ Name _______________________________________ Address ____________________...

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Page 21: ...of all safety precautions that must be observed when transporting the machine in field and on public roads When the machine is transported on a road or highway at night or during the day accessory li...

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Page 23: ...Number Tag reference picture below on the machine with the above mentioned information It is located on the main frame cross member tube directly behind the front hitch just off center towards the lef...

Page 24: ...y signs that are missing or damaged These instructions must be followed in order to prevent accidents Inform other users of the warnings and safety instructions and the location of this Owner s Operat...

Page 25: ...and maintenance work there is a higher risk of injury It is important that you familiarize yourself with the machine and read this Owner s Manual before operating the machine The instructions in resp...

Page 26: ...26 Maestro RC Owner s Manual Ver 2 1 10 2019 www horsch com Notes...

Page 27: ...Maestro RC Owner s Manual Ver 2 1 10 2019 27 www horsch com Section 2 Safety...

Page 28: ...RC Owner s Manual Ver 2 1 10 2019 www horsch com Information Regarding Safety The following warnings and safety instructions apply to all sections in these operating instructions Safety Symbols on th...

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Page 31: ...Maestro RC Owner s Manual Ver 2 1 10 2019 31 www horsch com Wing Gauge Wheels 5 8 Wheel Nuts 240 Ft Lbs Transport Wheels Wheel Nuts 420 Ft Lbs Transport Wheels 7 8 Wheel Nuts 600 Ft Lbs...

Page 32: ...s Care must be taken when unhitching the machine Always fold the wings up for transport and store the machine in the unfolded position with the wings on the ground Stay Clear of Air Hoses Stay clear o...

Page 33: ...Protective Clothing Protective Clothing For operation and maintenance of this machine you will need Snug fitting clothing no loose articles or strings Safety gloves and goggles to protect against dirt...

Page 34: ...re travel on public roads Be sure to thoroughly clean the debris from the folding areas of the machine prior to beginning the folding process Otherwise there could be damage to mechanical items Passen...

Page 35: ...Only park the machine on a firm and level surface Always lower the front hitch jack before unhitching the machine then unfold the wings and lower it to the ground Changing Implements Secure the machi...

Page 36: ...Do not hook or pull the machine from the transport axle or toolbar Attach to a tie down location or the main frame Do not pull the machine sideways Pull in a straight line as much as possible Pull fo...

Page 37: ...skin contact wash off the oil with soap and water Oil Spills Use either sand or a suitable granular absorbent to soak up any spilled oil Dispose of the oil contamination absorbent in the proper manner...

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Page 39: ...Maestro RC Owner s Manual Ver 2 1 10 2019 39 www horsch com Section 3 Specifications...

Page 40: ...Flex Up Down 10 Up Down 10 Up Down 10 Parallel Arm Length 14 3 8 14 3 8 14 3 8 Parallel Arm Thickness 7 16 7 16 7 16 Row Unit Travel 10 10 10 Opener Disc Angle 12 12 12 Opener Disc Diameter 15 15 15 O...

Page 41: ...Maestro RC Owner s Manual Ver 2 1 10 2019 41 www horsch com Reference Illustration Maestro RC 1630 Maestro RC 1630...

Page 42: ...42 Maestro RC Owner s Manual Ver 2 1 10 2019 www horsch com Reference Illustration Maestro RC 1230 Maestro RC 1230...

Page 43: ...Maestro RC Owner s Manual Ver 2 1 10 2019 43 www horsch com Reference Illustration Maestro RC 1238 Maestro RC 1238...

Page 44: ...anual Ver 2 1 10 2019 www horsch com Design Overview Machine Maestro RC 1630 shown 1 Catwalk Handrail 2 Seed On Demand Fan 3 Seed Tank Lids 4 Seed Tank 5 Road Lighting 6 Gauge Tires Wheels 7 Vacuum Fa...

Page 45: ...esign Overview Row Unit Row Unit 10 Seed Hose 11 Liquid Fertilizer Hose 12 Electric Drive Metering Unit and Cover 13 Coulter Pressure Hydraulic Cylinder 14 Seed Coulter Discs 15 Closing Wheels 16 Seed...

Page 46: ...port Tires 7 60 15 Sure Grip 6 ply 30 PSI Verify tightness of all wheel lugs Follow posted torque specifications below unless otherwise specified o Support Wheels 15x6 9 16 18 Wheel Nuts 150 Ft Lbs Th...

Page 47: ...Rim Width Size Type Construction Max PSI Ply Section Width Tread Depth Weight 1760 lbs 29 6 in 6 in 7 60 15 I3 TL BIAS 40 6 7 8 in 16 32 in 30 lbs Goodyear Sure Grip Traction 7 60 15 6 Ply Trencher T...

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Page 49: ...Maestro RC Owner s Manual Ver 2 1 10 2019 49 www horsch com Section 4 Hydraulics...

Page 50: ...jury seek medical attention immediately Hydraulic hoses are identified by symbols on the plastic twin clamps holding the hoses together to avoid mixing up by mistake See illustrations below When opera...

Page 51: ...ied the accumulator is still preloaded by gas pressure Always depressurize the pressure accumulator before starting work on the hydraulic system The pressure gauge should not indicate any pressure The...

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Page 54: ...are identified by labels When using other lifting points pay careful attention to the center of gravity and the weight distribution These points must in any case only be on the frame of the machine I...

Page 55: ...OF 20 MPH 32 KPH DURING TRANSPORTATION LOSS OF VEHICLE MACHINE CONTROL MAY CAN RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE AND SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH Hydraulic Function Accidental hydraulic movements e g caus...

Page 56: ...anger of injury caused by function related sharp edges Be cautious when working on the machine wear protective clothing if necessary Hitching Unhitching the Machine DANGER Crush Hazard There is a poss...

Page 57: ...fore become worn and this results in malfunctions and failures in the connected assembly groups NOTE Clean all electrical connectors of machine and tractor prior to connection for best connectivity us...

Page 58: ...ce from center of gravity of front implement front ballast to middle of front axle b Tractor wheel base c Distance from middle of rear axle to middle tractor link arm ball d Distance from middle of tr...

Page 59: ...ssible values Actual Value as Calculated Permissible Value from Operating Instructions Two Times x2 the Permissible Tire Load Bearing Capacity Minimum Ballasting Front Rear lbs Total Weight lbs lbs Fr...

Page 60: ...to the hydraulic hose holder and electrical plug holder located on the front toolbar 7 Use the front and rear mounted jack stands to support the machine weight off the tractor rear three point hitch...

Page 61: ...d rear of the machine will aide in a safe unhitching procedure The Maestro RC comes with its own menu for the folding process in the E Manager controls The menu guides you automatically through the fo...

Page 62: ...e machine must be folded in at a standstill If the machine is moving at a speed of 2 mph or more another warning will be displayed Only once the speed is reduced below 2 mph or the machine is parked w...

Page 63: ...in 11 Continue to fold the wings in until they are both folded all the way 12 Once the wings have been completely folded in press the button for lowering the wings into the cradles to transport positi...

Page 64: ...icon will appear NOTE Activate the slide function before continuing with the unfold procedure Do NOT attempt to slide the gauge wheels in out with the wheels contacting the ground or damage will occur...

Page 65: ...omponents of the vacuum system must therefore be absolutely leak tight Leaks lead to metering errors Always pay attention to residues in the system when cleaning or preforming repair work Wear safety...

Page 66: ...reen on the fan Tapered bushing of the fan Take care of the following when retightening the clamping screws When tightening screw especially with a new assembly the impeller will move out towards the...

Page 67: ...ng and metering errors The seed tank will be pressurized when the fan is on An air vent is located on the top of the seed tank to control the pressure Make sure the air vent moves freely and is not pl...

Page 68: ...r inspection cleaning or emptying For emptying place a container under the distributor and pull the gate valve out slightly Gate Valve SOD Distributor Open Remember to close the SOD distributor and re...

Page 69: ...rust remover or any similar substances These parts would become brittle and break Metering Unit The metering unit is the main part of each row unit The metering unit is electrically driven and individ...

Page 70: ...ighten the star knobs Maintenance Inspection Check the metering unit every day for signs of damage and clean with brushes and compressed air Do not use water Opening the Metering Unit The metering uni...

Page 71: ...led incorrectly Metering Disk There are metering disks for each seed type The disks are differentiated as follows Holes or Slots Number of Holes Slots Size of Holes Slots The selection of disks is con...

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Page 73: ...Maestro RC Owner s Manual Ver 2 1 10 2019 73 www horsch com Maestro Metering Disks Components cont d...

Page 74: ...o Disk Kit Contents NOTE Kit types and components of kits vary and may be subject to change without notice Contact your nearest authorized HORSCH dealer representative for current kit information See...

Page 75: ...e 30 000 100 000 64 2 3 4 6 12 24 3 200 3 600 C C 2 Soybeans Low Rate 110 000 130 000 36 2 3 4 6 12 24 3 200 3 600 A A 1 Cotton 30 000 70 000 36 1 5 3 4 6 32 39 3 200 3 600 A A 1 Canola 100 000 500 00...

Page 76: ...Rate 34 000 36 000 12 2 3 4 6 32 39 3 200 3 600 A A 1 Corn Low Rate 29 000 30 000 12 2 3 4 6 32 39 3 200 3 600 A A 1 Sunflowers 52 000 60 000 21 3 4 4 9 32 39 2 400 2 800 A A 1 Sorghum 125 000 145 000...

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Page 78: ...arameter menu Depending on grain shape weight metering disk and application conditions changes will be required As a rule of thumb the required vacuum level will be higher when using slot type discs c...

Page 79: ...e Seed Extractor The extractor is available in two versions A and B When assembled these can be identified by the top corner of the extractor See below Seed extractor A B Type of Seed Seed Extractor C...

Page 80: ...sing Except Soybean Meter Housing for Soybeans There is a specific meter housing for soybeans It is part of the soybean kit and must be exchanged with the standard meter housing when planting soybeans...

Page 81: ...d crop Type of Seed Outside Scraper Number of Notches Corn 1 Sunflower Sugar Beet Sorghum Cotton Canola Soybean 2 Wheat Adjustment Lever for Outside Scraper The outside s scraper 1 can be adjusted in...

Page 82: ...craper C already installed in the meter housing The scraper must be free to move and it should rest against the metering disk This can be checked through the opening in the air intake dust screen Wear...

Page 83: ...tting the planter initially to learn about how to set it for the best possible metering unit performance Selection of Metering Disks You must choose the most suitable metering disk for the seed type b...

Page 84: ...nd run the vacuum fan 4 Adjust the vacuum as specified in the table 5 Start the test program in the E Manager see E Manager Manual The test results and thus the seed quality depend on Metering Disk Se...

Page 85: ...accurate seed placement After a sufficient driving distance with consistent speed approx 200 ft check the seed spacing of various rows Uncover the grains carefully from the side so that they will not...

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Page 87: ...shape the seed tube is extremely important for a uniform placement of seeds The seed tube must not be damaged or dirty Dust deposits in the sensor window can adversely affect the signals on the sensor...

Page 88: ...er could run into the seed tubes when parked in the folded position Deposits could also build up in rims and crevices around the seed sensor This would impair the function when in use Maintenance Clea...

Page 89: ...up the same distance The wear can be measured in the front gap between the opening disks and the frame When new the gap is approx 3mm wide Opener Disk Gap 1 Frame 2 Opening Disk 3 Gauge Wheel With a g...

Page 90: ...mer Option The machine may also be equipped with an optional Keeton style seed firmer Keeton Seed Firmer Seed Boot Option The machine may also be equipped with an optional Seed Boot as a row furrow at...

Page 91: ...el year specific parts catalog for further information Decal for Planting Depth Set the planting depth equally on all drill units Check the seed placement whenever changing the depth setting If the se...

Page 92: ...ncorrect To adjust this the front 3 point hitch top link arm may be adjusted on the tractor to a different hitch height or the arm may be to a different length either longer or shorter to tilt the too...

Page 93: ...of about 2 Disc Spacing 2 For harder ground conditions such as no till applications a minimum of 2 is recommended for disc placement For softer ground conditions where soil is loose or has been tille...

Page 94: ...tation Further adjustment will be determined once the opposite disc blade is inspected for adjustment and or replacement Scraper There is a scraper mounted between the opening discs This scraper preve...

Page 95: ...amage free rotation and tight fit The inner running face must touch the discs Adjust as required Lubricate both grease zerks of the gauge wheel arms once weekly Check the depth setting placement daily...

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Page 98: ...e highly abrasive and can cause corrosion Maintenance Periods The maintenance intervals are determined by various different factors Various operating weather and soil conditions as well as working spe...

Page 99: ...are kept out of reach of children Never store lubricants in open or unlabeled containers Avoid skin contact with oily clothes Change dirty clothing Never keep oily cloths in your pockets Dispose of oi...

Page 100: ...and every 50 operating hours In operation Lubrication points RC Support Wheel Arm Pivot pin lubricate 4 x RC Wing flex pin lubricate 8 x Row unit parallel arms lubricate 2 each x Row unit gauge wheel...

Page 101: ...heck seat and seal at the connection x Air intake screen clean internally and externally from residues x Seed tube Check condition and fastening check for leaks on the connection and formation of burr...

Page 102: ...2 1 10 2019 www horsch com Lubrication Points Lubrication Points Support Wheel Pivot Pins x4 Lubrication Points Wing Flex Pivot Pins x4 Adjustment Crank x4 Lubrication Points Row Unit Parallel Arms x...

Page 103: ...craper not correctly adjusted Adjust the scraper more aggressively Vacuum set too high Reduce the vacuum Seed grains are scattered Working speed too high Reduce the working speed Seed tube not correct...

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Page 107: ...61 62 G Guidelines 12 H Hitching 56 L Lubrication Points 102 M Machine Registration 12 Maintenance Schedule 100 101 P Phasing 64 Pressure Accumulator 51 Product Specification 23 R Road Lighting 56 Roa...

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