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Innovators in Agriculture

Splendimo 550 P

Introduction 1-3

Registration

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Summary of Contents for Splendimo 550 P

Page 1: ...Operator Manual Lely Industries N V 4 1304 850 0 Innovators in Agriculture www lely com English Original Lely Splendimo 550 P ...

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Page 3: ...Lower 15 3 Tongue Swing 15 4 Cutter Bars Fold Unfold 15 4 Cutter Bar Pitch Adjust 15 5 Splendimo 550P S N 101 157 15 5 Cutter Bar Pitch Adjust 15 6 Splendimo 550P S N 158 Up 15 6 Cutter Bar Flotation 15 7 Cutter Bar Flotation Adjust 15 8 Cutter Bar Balance Assembly Adjust 15 8 Shutdown Procedure 20 1 Stopping the Machine 20 1 Hydraulic Pressure Relieve 20 1 Preparing the Tractor 25 1 Tractor Requi...

Page 4: ... 2 Maintenance Intervals 50 3 Maintenance Before Each Use 50 4 Maintenance After Initial 8 Hours 50 4 Lug Nut Torque Check 50 4 Maintenance 8 Hours 50 5 Tongue Pivot Grease 50 5 3 Point Pivot Grease 50 5 Overrunning Clutch Grease 50 5 Primary PTO Shaft Grease 50 6 Secondary PTO Shaft Grease 50 7 Slip Clutch Hub Grease 50 7 Cross PTO Shafts Grease 50 8 Cutter Bars Check 50 9 Cutter Elements Grease ...

Page 5: ...lace 50 36 Curtain Replace 50 37 Slip Clutch Check 50 37 Slip Clutch Break In 50 37 Slip Clutch Access 50 38 Slip Clutch Friction Discs Check 50 38 Slip Clutch Friction Discs Replace 50 39 Slip Clutch Disassemble 50 39 Slip Clutch Assemble 50 39 Timing Cutter Bars Adjust 50 40 Direction of Rotation Cutter Elements 50 42 Storage 50 42 Preparing for Storage 50 42 Removing from Storage 50 42 Schemati...

Page 6: ... for Assembly 65 1 Lay Out Parts 65 1 Wheels Install 65 1 Curtain Support Install 65 1 Curtains Install 65 2 Headstock PTO Shield and Toolbox Install 65 6 Light Mounts Install 65 7 Decals Install 65 9 Options 70 1 Wear Plates Kit 70 1 Swath Wheel Kit 70 1 Feed Assist Kit 70 2 4 1304 8503 0 ...

Page 7: ...art of this publication may be copied or published by means of printing photocopying microfilm or any other process whatsoever without prior permission in writing by Lely Holding S àr l Although the contents of this publication have been compiled with the greatest possible care Lely cannot accept liability for any damage that might arise from errors or omissions in this publication The English lan...

Page 8: ... instructions mentioned in this manual have not been followed completely or correctly Nor will the warranty apply if you or third parties modify the machine without our foreknowledge and or authorization Warranty does not apply to consequential damage which does not involve the machine itself All the systems are tested However in the event of a malfunction Lely cannot be held responsible for conse...

Page 9: ...ype and serial numbers of your product when you contact your local Lely service provider or order spare parts Serial number is listed in the location labeled VIN Vehicle Identification Number We suggest you complete the table below with the type and serial numbers of your product This makes sure you can easily find the information Type Number Serial Number 4 1304 8503 0 ...

Page 10: ... fastened to blade pin and disc ___ Ensure all cutter blades pivot freely ___ Check PTO shafts and shielding for proper installation ___ Ensure hazard signs and lights are installed as shown 1 ___ Check that correct hydraulic couplers that match tractor are installed and do not leak ___ Inspect hydraulic systems for leaks and check for proper operation ___ Check that reflector decals are installed...

Page 11: ... 550 P Introduction 1 5 Dealer Customer Information dealer owner address address city city state province state province zip postal code zip postal code country country phone number phone number email address email address 4 1304 8503 0 ...

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Page 13: ...the machine Observe prevailing legislation for public road transport Use flashing lights or other safety signs when required Do not stand on the machine Use genuine Lely parts only Remove the pressure from hydraulic systems before starting work on them and or before coupling uncoupling hydraulic hoses Use protective clothing gloves and or safety glasses if required Clean the safety signs regularly...

Page 14: ...throw objects 30 m or more Death or serious injury possible Maintain a sufficient safe distance from the machine as long as the tractor engine is running Danger Contact with rotating blades can dismember or kill Maintain a sufficient safe distance from the machine as long as the tractor engine is running Warning Folding and lifted parts can crush Keep away from the folding areas and raised machine...

Page 15: ...ft can result in death or serious injury Read the operating instructions of the PTO shaft Never use a PTO shaft without protection Ensure PTO shaft is securely attached at both ends Stop engine and ensure PTO shaft is stopped before working on PTO shaft Warning Use Shutdown Procedure before servicing cleaning repairing or transporting machine Refer to page 20 1 4 1304 8503 0 ...

Page 16: ... of the 3 point hitch Place machine components in transport positions and install locks Raise and stow tongue jack Connect and use equipment highway lights Danger Contact with rotating blades can dismember or kill Rotating blades can throw objects 30 m or more Stay away from operating mower Keep curtains down and shields closed Do not mow near traveled highways Keep operating mower down on ground ...

Page 17: ...ine in accordance with the instructions contained in this Operator s Manual safety signs on the machine and other material provided by Lely Proper maintenance and repair is essential for safety and for efficient operation of the machine Do not use the machine if it is not in suitable operating condition DANGER Rotating blades can throw objects up to 30 m or more which can strike motorists or pedes...

Page 18: ...ort allowing transport width of 2 6 m Cutting width is 5 5 m During operation mower can be offset to either side of tractor by means of hydraulic cylinder 6 The cutter bars are attached to main frame by means of a 3 point linkage with ball joints As a result cutter bars can follow ground contours independently of the main frame Hydraulic cylinder 5 lifts the cutter bars out of the crop A hydraulic...

Page 19: ...system These elements as well as the intermediate spacers are torqued together by a connecting rod 2 The first cutting unit drive element is driven from the top A spring steel shaft which is driven from the first cutting unit drives the other units of the cutter bar This configuration helps to reduce power consumption Cutter elements rotate either clockwise or counterclockwise as viewed from top R...

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Page 21: ...icular to control valve circuit hoses 2 Unlocked Ensure lock valve handles at tractor couplers are in line with control valve circuit hoses DANGER Contact with rotating blades may result in serious injury or death Stay away from rotating blades Do not lift or reach under cutter bar deflector curtain Keep all folding shields down Do not operate with cutter bar raised blades will be exposed Never al...

Page 22: ...k To Lock Step 1 Fully raise cutter bars Step 2 Remove D pin 2 and lock bar 3 from storage brackets 1 Step 3 Secure lock bar 3 to cylinder mount 5 using hitch pin 4 and hairpin clip 6 Step 4 Secure D pin 2 in storage brackets 1 for safekeeping To Unlock Step 1 Fully raise cutter bars Step 2 Remove D pin 2 from storage brackets 1 Step 3 Remove hairpin clip 6 and hitch pin 4 Step 4 Remove lock bar 3...

Page 23: ...opposite direction to lower If control movement is undesirable switch hoses 2 at remote valve couplers When raising cutter bars pitch control cylinder 3 will retract first then lift cylinder 6 will retract A slight delay in cutter bar raise lower is normal Pressure inside lift circuit accumulator must change accordingly before cutter bars will raise or lower When lowering cutter bars pitch control...

Page 24: ...or Step 3 Ensure cutter bars are raised off of ground Step 4 Press and hold controller switch 2 in the right hand fold position Step 5 Move tractor hydraulic control for remote valve hoses 1 in one direction to fold cutter bars in for transport or move control in the opposite direction to unfold cutter bars to operating position Step 6 When fold unfold is complete release switch 2 so it returns to...

Page 25: ...age cutter bar lift lock as described on page 15 2 Step 2 Remove hairpin clip C and remove pin A Step 3 Align hole in cylinder rod with desired hole in cylinder stop B Position 1 results in highest cut position 4 results in lowest cut Refer to table below for recommended initial settings Each consecutive hole changes blade cutting height approximately 13 mm Step 4 Install pin A and hairpin clip C ...

Page 26: ...just Step 1 Fully raise cutter bars and engage cutter bar lift lock as described on page 15 2 Step 2 Remove hairpin clip C and remove pin A Step 3 Align hole in cylinder rod with desired hole in cylinder stop B Position 2 results in highest cut position 7 results in lowest cut Refer to table below for recommended initial settings Each consecutive hole changes blade cutting height approximately 8 m...

Page 27: ...ort frames 1 Cutter bars should lift off the ground when scale reads 45 57 kg To check this mower must be in operating position and cutter bars must be fully lowered to the ground Check and adjust flotation if one of the following has taken place Weight has been added to or removed from cutter bars including crop debris Mower is operated with a different tractor Different tire sizes and PTO shaft ...

Page 28: ...ion when gauge reading is approximately 59 bar 850 psi Gauge reading may raise slightly at this point then should hold steady Repeat Steps 6 7 as needed Step 8 Move tractor hydraulic control back to NEUTRAL position and check cutter bar flotation as described on previous page Step 9 Gauge reading is only an indication of system pressure If further adjustment is necessary to achieve desired flotati...

Page 29: ... all hydraulic pressure before storing machine for a prolonged period of time or before working on hydraulic system Step 1 Ensure tongue and mower are centered behind tractor Step 2 Fold cutter bar into transport position and install cutter bar fold locks as described on page 15 4 Step 3 Fully raise cutter bar and engage cutter bar lift lock as described on page 15 2 Step 4 Secure pitch control cy...

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Page 31: ...ipped with electrical connector for mower highway lights Hydraulic System Two double acting hydraulic remote valves equipped with FLOAT function Minimum flow rate of 23 L min Minimum system pressure 130 bar Cat II or IIIN narrow 3 point hitch Road Transport WARNING Rotating blades can throw objects Serious injury or death is possible if struck Use tractor equipped with enclosed cab WARNING Loss of...

Page 32: ...fer to tractor operator s manual for control locations and operation instructions PTO Length NOTICE Failure to conform to standards for PTO setup dimensions can result in PTO shaft damage The horizontal distance from end of PTO shaft to centerline of 3 point lower link hitch points should be 46 56 cm If the distance is less than 46 cm use a Quick Attach hitch to increase distance to hitch points S...

Page 33: ...ed to locked position Refer to Tongue Swing Lock Valves page 15 1 Step 8 Ensure mower tires are inflated to 200 kPa 2 bar WARNING Improper towing and excessive speed or braking while transporting on a highway may result in loss of control Equipment damage injury or death are possible Use a tractor that is large enough and properly ballasted for sufficient steering and braking control Minimum tract...

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Page 35: ... machine Check for proper lubrication level Check hydraulic components for leaks or damage Check wheel lug nuts for tightness 270 Nm 27 0 kgm Check wheel bearings Refer to Wheel Bearings Check page 50 22 Check tires for correct air pressure 200 kPa 2 bar Check condition of the tires Check condition of the rims Refer to Cutter Bars Check page 50 9 and check the following Check cutter elements and c...

Page 36: ...ure they telescope properly Refer to page 50 23 Lubricate all PTO shafts Check that PTO shaft shields rotate freely within limits of shield chains Ensure disc clamp castle nut is torqued to 150 250 Nm 15 25 kgm Ensure slip clutch is operating correctly as described on page 40 6 Adjust cutter bar flotation as described on page 15 8 Check condition of highway lights harness tractor plug and wiring f...

Page 37: ...hrough yoke of shaft 3 as indicated by line 4 Step 7 If necessary mark shaft 2 as indicated by line 4 and remove excess length 5 Step 8 Remove excess shield length 6 Length 6 should be equal to length 5 Step 9 Remove all sharp edges burrs and metal filings from shaft 2 Thoroughly clean lubricate assemble and reinstall primary PTO shaft Refer to PTO Shafts Clean and Grease page 50 23 DANGER Contact...

Page 38: ... each lift pin to secure the tractor lift arms Category IIIN 3 point hitch Install included adapter link bushings 11 by sliding them over the lift pins Then attach tractor lift arms to mower lift pins Secure with washer 6 and linch pin 5 Category II or IIIN Quick Attach hitch Refer to Parts Manual and install optional Quick Hitch adapters 12 using supplied roll pins 13 Attach the Quick Attach to m...

Page 39: ...1 Remove wheel chocks and place in storage location 14 Hydraulic Hoses Connect Connect each pair of hydraulic hoses to a hydraulic remote valve on the tractor Clean both tractor quick couplers and implement hose tips before connecting Connect hoses 1 with transport lock valves to one remote valve connect hoses 2 without transport lock valves to another remote valve Individual quick couplers for a ...

Page 40: ...f tractor is not equipped with an outlet contact tractor dealer for outlet installation Check to ensure lighting is operating correctly Serial Number 224 Up Connect light harness C to tractor electrical outlet D If tractor is not equipped with an outlet contact tractor dealer for outlet installation Check to ensure lighting is operating correctly A B S N 101 223 S N 224 UP C D 4 1304 8503 0 ...

Page 41: ...e 4 of power lead with 25 amp in line fuse to positive terminal of 12 volt tractor battery Connect white wire 5 to negative terminal of tractor battery Step 2 Connect controller harness 2 to tractor harness at connector 1 Step 3 Connect tractor harness to mower harness at connector 3 4 1 3 5 3 4 5 2 4 1304 8503 0 ...

Page 42: ...connect PTO shaft from tractor Step 8 Tighten all bolts 1 evenly until compression plate 2 is tight against housing 3 Torque bolts 1 to 41 Nm 4 1 kgm Step 9 Grease fitting on yoke DISCONNECT MOWER FROM TRACTOR Step 1 Place mower and tractor on level ground Step 2 Fully lower or fully raise cutter bars and install cutter bar lift lock Refer to page 15 2 Step 3 If cutter bars are fully raised move p...

Page 43: ...nning on page 15 1 Do not leave machine unattended with cutter bars in raised position unless cutter bar lift lock is engaged Refer to page 15 2 ARRIVING AT THE FIELD Be alert and use extreme caution when operating on hillsides or near ditches gullies holes or obstructions where rollover could occur Watch out for and avoid any object that might interfere with proper operation of machine i e stones...

Page 44: ...endimo 550P S N 158 Up The settings in this table are general guidelines Adjust position of cylinder stop A as needed to attain optimum performance Refer to Cutter Bar Pitch Adjust page 15 5 Position 1 is for transport only Alfalfa Grasses Short Crop Pitch Control Setting A 2 2 or 3 3 or 4 Rocky Field Muddy Field Cane Crops Pitch Control Setting A 1 1 1 Alfalfa Grasses Short Crop Pitch Control Set...

Page 45: ...dure page 20 1 before servicing repairing and making any machine adjustments or setting changes DANGER Rotating blades or tines can throw objects 30 m or more Serious injury or death is possible if struck Use tractor with enclosed cab Run mower only with cutter bar on ground Watch for and avoid objects which could be thrown by mower Stay away from rotating blades Keep others away Keep all shields ...

Page 46: ...st round with the mower offset to either side of the tractor Step 2 For the second round travel in the opposite direction to mow the crop laid down by the tractor wheels in the opening round Step 3 Steer mower around obstacles using tongue swing function to minimize tractor steering as described below DANGER Entanglement in rotating PTO shaft can result in death or serious injury Stay away from ro...

Page 47: ...p 4 Straighten out the tractor just enough so that the inside front tire misses the uncut crop Step 5 Position tractor so mower will cut a full width swath 180 Turns To make 180 turns four or five rounds must be cut from the perimeter of the field Step 1 Continue going straight until the mower completely cuts the current swath A Step 2 Immediately raise cutter bars and turn slightly away from the ...

Page 48: ...RE CHECK While operating mower occasionally check flotation pressure reading on gauge 1 With cutter bars lowered gauge 1 reading should be equal to setting obtained as result of the last flotation adjustment Refer to page 15 8 Pressure may decrease slightly and gradually over time due to normal amounts of hydraulic system leakage and temperature but should generally remain consistent When cutter b...

Page 49: ...our authorized independent Lely dealer Read and understand the safety messages and procedures of this Maintenance section before performing any required maintenance To provide a better view some photographs or illustrations in the maintenance sections may show the machine shields removed Never operate the machine with the shields removed keep all shields in place If removing a shield is necessary ...

Page 50: ...cator are clean before applying grease If any grease fittings are missing replace them immediately SAFETY SIGNS Safety signs located on your machine contain important and useful information that will help you operate your equipment safely Refer to the Parts Manual for safety sign location To assure that all signs remain in place and in good condition follow instructions given below Keep signs clea...

Page 51: ...Elements Initial Oil Change INITIAL Tongue Pivot Grease 3 Point Pivot Grease Overrunning Clutch Grease Primary PTO Shaft Grease Secondary PTO Shaft Grease Cross PTO Shafts Grease Cutter Bars Check Overall Machine Check Mechanical Drive System Check Curtain Check Tires and Rims Check Cutter Bar Driveshafts Grease Jackshaft Grease Highway Lights Check Hydraulic System Check Gearbox Oil Levels Check ...

Page 52: ...ted trash and debris NOTICE Do not use high pressure washers or steam cleaners to clean machine use compressed air Inspect safety signs and operating decals for wear and damage Refer to page 50 2 MAINTENANCE AFTER INITIAL 8 HOURS Lug Nut Torque Check After the first eight hours of operation check transport wheel lug bolts 1 to ensure they are torqued to 270 Nm 27 0 kgm 1 4 1304 8503 0 ...

Page 53: ...CLUTCH GREASE Apply 2 3 shots of grease to overrunning clutch fittings A every 8 hours Apply 2 3 shots of grease to U joint fitting B every 50 hours Viewed from underneath tongue Remove D pin C and rotate cover down for access as shown WARNING A falling mower can result in serious crushing injury or death Engage cutter bar lift lock before doing any work under machine 1 2 B TRACTOR MOWER A C 4 130...

Page 54: ... as shown Shielding on both halves of PTO shaft will likely have to be rotated to align access holes with fitting 3 Apply 2 3 shots of grease to fittings 1 every 50 hours Fitting 1 on mower end of PTO shaft is best accessed by removing driveline from swivel gearbox input shaft Refer to page 50 23 Apply 2 shots of grease to fittings 2 every 50 hours Lightly oil locking collars 4 every 50 hours TRAC...

Page 55: ...sible with cutter bars fully raised or fully lowered and tongue centered with machine Shielding on both halves of PTO shaft will likely have to be rotated to align access holes with fitting 4 Apply 2 3 shots of grease to fittings 1 every 50 hours Apply 2 shots of grease to fittings 3 every 50 hours NOTICE Never operate machine without all shielding installed Slip Clutch Hub Grease Apply 5 6 shots ...

Page 56: ...rs in operating position as shown Shielding on both halves of PTO shaft will likely have to be rotated to align access holes with fitting 3 Apply 2 3 shots of grease to fittings 1 every 50 hours Apply 2 shots of grease to fittings 2 every 50 hours Rotate shield 4 up as shown to access grease fitting NOTICE Never operate machine without all shielding installed OUTSIDE CENTER 1 2 3 2 1 3 1 4 4 1304 ...

Page 57: ...ed disc nut 3 Torque nuts to 150 250 Nm 15 25 kgm Ensure split pin 4 does not protrude from pressure block Press pin down so it does not catch hay Check skid plate 5 for wear Check elements 6 and spacers 7 for damage and or leaking lubricant Check for mud or other foreign material wedged under disc 2 WARNING A falling mower can result in serious crushing injury or death Engage cutter bar lift lock...

Page 58: ...ich cutter element s have lost lubricant For information on removing cutter disc assemblies to check grease refer to page 50 20 Step 2 Determine cause of lubricant loss and repair as necessary Skid Plates Check Check condition of skid plates 2 under cutter elements Timing Cutter Bars Check Ensure blades on one element are 90 from the blades of the adjoining elements as shown above Center elements ...

Page 59: ...d hardware Tighten any loose parts and replace any worn or missing parts refer to the Parts Manual for replacement parts Frame Check frame and contact dealer immediately if you notice any bends cracks or breaks Reflectors Check that reflectors are present Replace missing or damaged reflective materials refer to the Parts Manual Curtains Check curtains for holes rips tears or wear Refer to Curtains...

Page 60: ...ent caps are damaged plugs will need to be replaced CURTAIN CHECK The cutter bar deflector curtain A assembly is an essential part of the safety equipment provided with the mower Comprised of separate left and right curtains curtain assembly is designed to help prevent materials from being thrown out from the cutter bar area The curtain is designed with a specific shape and material composition to...

Page 61: ...mower without curtain installed and in good condition WARNING Tire explosion can result if the following procedures are not followed Maintain correct tire pressure Do not inflate tire above recommended pressure Low tire pressure can cause internal tire damage Inflate to recommended pressure Replace any tire with cuts or bubbles Replace any damaged rims Do not weld or heat wheel assembly Heating wi...

Page 62: ... for rubbing or pinching of lines which might damage the line Repair or replace as necessary When a hose with a protective sleeve is replaced always install a protective sleeve over the new hose WARNING Pressurized fluid can penetrate body tissue and result in serious injury or death Leaks can be invisible Keep away from any suspected leak Relieve pressure in the hydraulic system before searching ...

Page 63: ... until oil drips from bottom of check plug hole Refer to Lubricants page 60 1 for recommended Lubricant specifications and quantities Step 4 Reinstall breather cap and check plug Swivel Hitch Gearbox Rear Step 1 Clean areas around check plug 2 and breather cap 1 Step 2 Remove check plug 2 Oil should drip from bottom of check plug hole if oil level is adequate Step 3 If oil does not drip from botto...

Page 64: ...check plug hole if oil level is adequate Step 3 If oil does not drip from bottom of check plug hole remove breather cap 2 and add oil until oil drips from bottom of check plug hole Refer to Lubricants page 60 1 for recommended Lubricant specifications and quantities Step 4 Reinstall breather cap and check plug 1 TOP HALF View from front 2 1 TOP HALF View from front 2 1 BOTTOM HALF View from rear 2...

Page 65: ...tter bar Consider replacing oil whenever cutter bar is removed CUTTER BAR DRIVE GEARBOXES CHANGE OIL Ensure tops of gearboxes are approximately level before checking gearbox oil levels Step 1 Clean areas around check plug 2 breather cap 1 and drain plug 3 hidden by deflector curtain Step 2 Remove breather cap 1 and drain plug 3 to drain oil from gearbox into suitable collection container Step 3 Re...

Page 66: ... 2 Remove breather cap 1 and drain plug 3 to drain oil from gearbox into suitable collection container Step 3 Reinstall drain plug 3 and remove check plug 2 Step 4 Add new oil until oil drips from bottom of check plug hole Refer to Lubricants page 60 1 for recommended Lubricant specifications and quantities Step 5 Reinstall check plug 2 and breather cap 1 2 1 1 2 3 3 4 1304 8503 0 ...

Page 67: ...3 to drain oil from gearbox into suitable collection container Step 3 Reinstall drain plug 3 and remove check plug 2 Step 4 Add new oil until oil drips from bottom of check plug hole Refer to Lubricants page 60 1 for recommended Lubricant specifications and quantities Step 5 Reinstall check plug 2 and breather cap 1 1 TOP HALF View from front 2 2 TOP HALF View from front 3 1 2 BOTTOM HALF View fro...

Page 68: ... with bottom of driveshaft as shown 6 Too much or too little grease will cause cutter element to overheat Required amount of grease is approximately 100 g Cutter Disc Assembly Remove Before grease level can be checked or grease can be replaced the cutter disc assembly must be removed Step 1 Follow Shutdown Procedure page 20 1 Step 2 Remove cotter pin 4 nut 2 pressure block and seal 3 and disc 5 St...

Page 69: ...arings Keep dirt out of element Step 2 Refill element with grease until grease level is approximately even with bottom of driveshaft as shown on previous page 6 NOTICE An incorrect amount of grease may lead to overheating and damage to the element Step 3 Check that contact surfaces of the bearing housing 3 and the top of each element 1 are clean Step 4 To maintain proper gear adjustment install be...

Page 70: ...damaged Step 9 Remove inner bearing 7 Step 10 Remove nut 13 and bolt 14 to remove spindle 1 Wash cone bearings and inside hub with solvent and wipe clean When repacking be sure grease is worked into roller retainers from edge to fill entire bearing with grease Step 11 Install spindle 1 and secure with bolt 14 and nut 13 Torque M16 nut to 313 Nm 31 3 kgm Step 12 Install inner bearing 7 Step 13 Inst...

Page 71: ...pulling locking collar towards front of machine Before installation Step 1 Remove old grease dirt and debris from front swivel gearbox input shaft splines Step 2 Apply light coat of fresh grease to shaft splines 2 To install Step 1 Position end of PTO shaft with smaller shield diameter on end of front swivel gearbox input shaft Step 2 Rotate PTO shaft slightly to align splines with those on front ...

Page 72: ...1 Remove old grease dirt and debris from sliding profiles Refer to page 50 29 Step 2 Apply light coat of fresh grease to sliding profiles Refer to page 50 29 To install Install front and rear halves of PTO shaft separately Step 1 Ensure spacers are positioned as shown on jackshaft 4 Step 2 Position slip clutch hub 6 on end of rear swivel gearbox input shaft Step 3 Rotate PTO shaft slightly to alig...

Page 73: ...shaft Before installation Step 1 Remove old grease dirt and debris from sliding profiles Refer to page 50 27 Step 2 Apply light coat of fresh grease to sliding profiles Refer to page 50 27 To install Step 1 Ensure cutter bars are timed correctly to each other Refer to page 50 40 Step 2 Ensure both cross PTO shafts will be in phase with each other when installed Refer to page 50 41 Step 3 Position ...

Page 74: ...O shaft with female sliding profile on end of rear swivel gearbox output shaft 5 Step 8 Push PTO shaft inward until PTO shaft yoke bolt hole is aligned with groove in rear swivel gearbox output shaft Step 9 Install retaining bolt and secure with lock nut Step 10 Connect shield chains 1 5 4 1 4 1304 8503 0 ...

Page 75: ...suitable pry bar disengage clip 2 from plastic shield 1 Step 4 Rotate shield bearing lock tab 3 until it is directly in line with clip 1 Step 5 Pull universal joint 4 as shown to separate male sliding profile 6 from plastic shield Step 6 Remove dirt and debris from universal joint 4 shield bearing 5 and male sliding profile 6 Step 7 Repeat Steps 3 6 for other half of PTO shaft Step 8 Using a suita...

Page 76: ...e reassembly process Step 11 Rotate shield bearing lock tab away from clip 2 to lock plastic shield to front half of PTO shaft Secure by replacing clip 2 Step 12 Repeat Steps 10 11 for other half of PTO shaft Step 13 Ensure grease fittings 9 are facing the same direction as shown Step 14 Align tab 7 with groove 8 and slide male sliding profile into female sliding profile Step 15 Reinstall PTO shaf...

Page 77: ...Step 4 Rotate shield bearing lock tab 3 until it is directly in line with clip 1 Step 5 Pull front yoke 4 as shown to separate front half of PTO shaft from plastic shield Step 6 Remove dirt and debris from front universal and constant velocity joint areas 5 front shield bearing 6 and sliding profile 7 Step 7 Repeat Steps 3 6 for other half of PTO shaft Step 8 Using a suitable brush apply an even c...

Page 78: ... end as shown may assist the reassembly process Step 11 Rotate shield bearing lock tab as shown to lock plastic shield to front half of PTO shaft Secure by replacing clip 1 Step 12 Repeat Steps 10 11 for other half of PTO shaft Step 13 Reinstall rear half of PTO shaft on rear swivel gearbox input shaft Refer to page 50 24 Step 14 Align spot weld 9 with wide slot 10 when reinstalling front half of ...

Page 79: ...m machine and injure you Do not resharpen blades since this will affect the strength of the blades and may cause them to break Use only Lely blades Other blades may lack strength or be incompatible with Blade Retention system Blade failure or loss of blades may occur if the wrong blades are used This could result in serious injury or death Be sure to install blades correctly Always replace both bl...

Page 80: ...ting element balanced Always use new blade retaining clips when replacing blades New blade retaining clips are included with new Lely blades and need not be ordered separately Check condition of blade pins 2 when replacing blades Replace if worn or damaged Do not resharpen blades since this will affect the strength of the blades and may cause them to break Blades are reversible and can be turned o...

Page 81: ...tep 2 Use forked end of blade change tool 3 to loosen and remove dirt and debris from around retaining clip 4 and blade pin Step 3 Insert forked end of blade change tool 3 between disc 5 and blade retaining clip 4 as shown When not in use store blade change tool in holder 6 Refer to the Parts Manual when ordering a replacement blade change tool 1 2 4 6 3 4 5 4 1304 8503 0 ...

Page 82: ...ft the end of the blade retaining clip over the top of ramp 7 Step 5 Continue to pull handle of blade change tool as shown to disengage blade retaining clip from the blade pin 1 Step 6 Remove blade retaining clip then use the blade change tool as shown to separate blade pin and blade 8 from the disc Pull 7 Pull 1 8 4 1304 8503 0 ...

Page 83: ... a brush to remove the dirt Examine the mower discs for wear and damage and look for cracks especially on the positions 2 as indicated in the illustration at right If a crack or damage is present always replace the mower disc If signs of wear are clearly visible replace the mower disc WARNING Do not operate this mower with damaged blade stops which could break loose from disc and injure you Severa...

Page 84: ...nd bottom of blade mounting area Step 2 Insert blade pin 1 through blade then insert blade pin through disc as shown Step 3 Place blade retaining clip 2 over exposed end of blade pin Push blade retaining clip towards the center of the disc until it begins to engage blade pin Blade retaining clip can be installed with either side facing up Step 4 Using the blade change tool as shown drive blade ret...

Page 85: ...ttom so it is too short has other damage which will reduce its ability to contain flying materials When replacing a curtain use only Lely replacement curtains which are only available from Lely dealers Never use a curtain that is not supplied by Lely Curtains of a different shape or material may not provide as much protection from punctures tearing or other damage SLIP CLUTCH CHECK The friction di...

Page 86: ... 1 Open shield 1 Step 2 Remove bolts 2 and remove clutch from rear swivel gearbox input shaft Slip Clutch Friction Discs Check The condition of the friction disc can be determined without disassembling clutch If tab 3 is against main housing 4 new friction discs are needed 1 2 3 4 2 4 1304 8503 0 ...

Page 87: ...and replace if damaged Step 5 Inspect yoke and hub 12 for looseness If there is more than 0 8 mm end play replace parts Step 6 Clean any rust or dust from plate surfaces with a wire brush or steel wool Slip Clutch Assemble Step 1 Place one new friction disc 2 inside housing 1 then separator plate 3 then other friction disc 4 Step 2 Add pressure plate 5 so that flat surface rests on friction disc T...

Page 88: ...tep 4 Remove nut and bolt 5 from PTO shaft yoke 6 Step 5 Slide PTO shaft off of cutter drive gearbox 3 input shaft Leave other end of PTO shaft attached to rear swivel gearbox output shaft Step 6 Manually rotate cutter bar on same side of machine to align cutter elements 1 parallel as shown above Step 7 Reinstall PTO shaft on gearbox 3 input shaft and secure with nut and bolt 5 Step 8 Reinstall sh...

Page 89: ...int in the same direction If cross PTO shafts are out of phase cutter bars may not fold or unfold properly and or PTO shaft damage may result Always make cutter bar timing adjustments at cutter drive gearbox A and never at rear swivel gearbox B High angle 78 U joints are installed at locations B Difference in high angle and normal U joint is shown at right 1 A A B RIGHT 2 LEFT B High Angle Normal ...

Page 90: ...using compressed air then wash the machine Repaint bare metal to inhibit rust NOTICE Do not use a high pressure washer Repair or replace any worn or broken parts or damaged safety signs or decals Relieve pressure from hydraulic system as described on page 20 1 Lubricate all grease points on the machine Coat exposed hydraulic cylinder rods with grease to prevent rusting Removing from Storage Refer ...

Page 91: ...55 Schematics and Theory of Operation ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM 12V power from battery 12V to solenoids Red Male Connector Pins Female Connector Pins TO TRACTOR HARNESS Controller Assembly Red Yellow Continued on next page Terminal 2 Red Terminal 3 Yellow 2 3 C O N T R O L S W I T C H 4 1304 8503 0 ...

Page 92: ...te White Red Male Connector Pins Female Connector Pins Tractor Harness FROM CONTROLLER ASSEMBLY TO IMPLEMENT HARNESS Not Used 25 Amp fuse S N 101 223 Implement Harness FROM TRACTOR HARNESS 12V to solenoids Ground to battery Yellow Yellow White White White White Swing Solenoid Fold Solenoid Yellow Yellow Fold Solenoid Fold Solenoid Fold Solenoid Swing Solenoid Fold Solenoid Fold Solenoid Swing Sole...

Page 93: ... Front Lights Right Side Lights Left Side Pin Number Wire Color Pin Name 1 Yellow L 2 Blue if used 54G 3 White 31 4 Green R 5 Brown 58R 6 Red 54 7 Black 58L 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 TOP View from Front Tractor Connection Mower Connection Control Module Lights Right Side Lights Left Side Pin Number Wire Color 1 Yellow 2 Brown 3 White 4 Red 5 Green 6 Not Used 7 Black Tractor Connection 4 1304 8503 0 ...

Page 94: ...se the pitch control cylinder offers oil flow the path of least resistance pitch control cylinder retracts first Oil from base end of pitch control cylinder will return to tractor Step 2 When pitch control cylinder is fully retracted oil is forced into the rod end of take up cylinder Step 3 Oil trapped in the base end of the take up cylinder is forced towards the accumulator cutter bar lift cylind...

Page 95: ...control cylinder is fully extended oil flows from rod end of take up cylinder to tractor Step 3 Oil flows from accumulator and cutter bar lift cylinder into base end of take up cylinder Step 4 When cutter bars reach the ground there is still oil in the accumulator and rod end of the cutter bar lift cylinder Step 5 Operator moves tractor hydraulic control to NEUTRAL position cutting off flow of oil...

Page 96: ...ue to greater force exerted on base end of piston Step 2 Pitch control cylinder retracts Step 3 Oil flows to accumulator cutter bar lift cylinder and pressure gauge Step 4 When pressure of the nitrogen gas and oil inside the accumulator exceeds pressure required to raise cutter bars cutter bar lift cylinder will retract and cutter bars will raise Step 5 When cutter bars are fully raised oil flows ...

Page 97: ...If cutter bars raise normally with pitch control cylinder disconnected pitch control cylinder internal seal is leaking Step 5 Follow steps 1 5 of flotation adjustment procedure on page 15 8 At this point pressure gauge reading should remain constant at maximum tractor pressure If pressure reading decreases at this point either valve 4 or take up cylinder internal seal is leaking Relieve system pre...

Page 98: ...ULIC CONNECTIONS SWING FOLD CIRCUITS S N 101 223 Swing Cylinder IN S1 S2 OUT F1 F2 F3 F4 Rod Base Left Fold Cylinder Right Fold Cylinder Base Rod Front NOTE Port designations S1 S2 et cetera are stamped into valve block S2 S1 IN F2 OUT F1 F4 F3 Fold Solenoids Swing Solenoid 4 1304 8503 0 ...

Page 99: ...AULIC CONNECTIONS SWING FOLD CIRCUITS S N 224 UP Swing Cylinder IN S1 S2 OUT F1 F2 F3 F4 Rod Base Left Fold Cylinder Right Fold Cylinder Base Rod Front NOTE Port designations S1 S2 et cetera are stamped into valve block S2 S1 IN OUT F1 F4 F3 Fold Solenoids Swing Solenoid F2 4 1304 8503 0 ...

Page 100: ...y open but fold solenoids 2 and 3 are normally closed oil will flow only through the swing cylinder circuit When control switch 4 is moved to the right hand fold position swing solenoid 1 will energize and close fold solenoids 2 and 3 will energize and open Oil will flow only through the fold cylinders circuit Direction of tongue swing and fold cylinder movement is controlled by tractor hydraulic ...

Page 101: ... 55 11 Hydraulic Schematic Solenoid Valve Block S N 101 223 S1 F1 IN S2 OUT F4 1 3 3 2 1 1 Normally Closed Fold Solenoid 2 Normally Open Swing Solenoid 3 Normally Closed Fold Solenoid 2 F2 F3 Base Rod Base Rod Swing Cylinder Left Fold Cylinder Right Fold Cylinder 4 1304 8503 0 ...

Page 102: ... CYL LEFT FOLD CYL ARM RIGHT FOLD CYL ARM F4 S2 F3 F2 F1 S1 IN F OUT O 0 063 ORFI SV2 RV2 1100 PSI RV2 FDI SVI 1100 PSI SV3 S1 F1 IN S2 OUT F4 1 3 3 2 1 1 Normally Closed Fold Solenoid 2 Normally Open Swing Solenoid 3 Normally Closed Fold Solenoid 2 F2 F3 Base Rod Base Rod Left Fold Cylinder Right Fold Cylinder Swing Cylinder 4 1304 8503 0 ...

Page 103: ...s magnetized Yellow wiring shorted to 12V Refer to Electrical Diagram page 55 1 Both fold and tongue swing operate at same time FOLD position All solenoids magnetized Solenoid 2 stuck in open position Tongue swing operates instead of fold FOLD position No solenoids magnetized No power to solenoids 25 Amp fuse blown and or red yellow wiring shorted to ground Refer to Electrical Diagram page 55 1 Fo...

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Page 105: ... to 38 C air temperature 80W 90 gear lubricant 12 to 49 C air temperature 85W 140 gear lubricant Standard Cutter Element Lubrication 100 g per element NLGI 0 type calcium lithium soap or lithium soap grease such as Shell Gadus S2 V220 AC0 or equivalent DO NOT MIX LUBRICANTS Gearboxes Right and Left Sides Cutter Bar Drive Lubrication approximately 1 1 L 23 to 38 C air temperature 80W 90 gear lubric...

Page 106: ... kPa 2 bar Lug Nut Torque 270 Nm 27 0 kgm Cutter Bars Total Cutting Width 5 5 m Cutting Height Minimum 32 mm Drive Type Shaft drive to cutter bars Number of Discs 14 Disc Diameter without Knives 34 cm Disc Diameter with Knives 50 cm Number of Knives 28 2 disc Disc Speed 3000 rpm Cutter Bar Angle 0 to 6 TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS Splendimo 550 P Minimum Weight 1905 kg PTO Drive 1000 rpm Drawbar Power Req...

Page 107: ...t one side of mower high enough to install wheel assembly Step 2 Remove bolt 2 nut 3 and shipping wheel spindle 1 Step 3 Install spindle 4 and secure with M16 x 90 bolt 2 and nut 3 Step 4 Install wheel 5 on spindle 4 ensuring greater offset distance 7 faces outward Step 5 Install lug nuts 6 and torque to 270 Nm 27 0 kgm Step 6 Repeat Steps 1 5 to install wheel on other side Step 7 Ensure tires are...

Page 108: ...s 4 Step 5 Place flat washer on top of curtain then install M8 x 20 bolts and lock nuts at locations 2 to secure flat washers straps 4 and curtain 5 Step 6 Ensure straps 4 are tight Step 7 Ensure flat washers are on top of curtain Install M8 x 20 bolts flat washers and lock nuts at locations 1 6 9 and 11 Step 8 Install M8 x 30 bolt flat washer and lock nut as described above at location 10 Step 9 ...

Page 109: ...0 bolts and flat washers from locations 19 ensure curtain is on top of flange 17 and straps 18 Step 15 Place flat washer on top of curtain then install M8 x 20 bolts and lock nuts at locations 19 to secure flat washers straps 18 and curtain 22 Step 16 Ensure straps 18 are tight Step 17 Ensure flat washers are on top of curtain Install M8 x 20 bolts flat washers and lock nuts at locations 13 15 and...

Page 110: ... Secure center curtain 29 and right curtain 22 with M8 x 20 bolt flat washer and lock nut at location 27 Step 22 Secure center curtain 29 with M8 x 30 bolts flat washers and lock nuts at locations 28 Step 23 Secure center curtain 29 and left curtain 30 with M8 x 20 bolt flat washer and lock nut at location 31 22 26 27 28 29 28 28 30 31 29 4 1304 8503 0 ...

Page 111: ...t washers and lock nuts at locations 32 33 and 34 Step 25 Place curtains over center curtain post and secure with linch pin 24 Thick section 37 of right side curtain 35 must be towards front of mower Step 26 Secure remaining curtains 35 with M8 x 20 bolts flat washers and lock nuts at locations 36 32 33 34 24 24 Left Right 35 37 35 36 4 1304 8503 0 ...

Page 112: ...gearbox total of eight bolts Step 3 Install headstock assembly 4 around gearbox and secure with bolts 1 Torque bolts 1 to 217 Nm 21 7 kgm Step 4 Remove bolts 6 from left side install toolbox mounting plate 3 and secure by reinstalling bolts 6 Step 5 Secure toolbox 2 to plate 3 using two M8 x 20 bolts Step 6 Secure PTO shield 5 to front side of gearbox using four M8 x 16 bolts 7 and washers 1 2 3 4...

Page 113: ...en plate 3 and main frame back plate 7 Step 3 Secure wheel wedge holder 8 using four M8 x 16 screws 9 to plate 3 using M8 lock nuts 10 Step 4 Light 11 reflector 12 warning panel 13 should already be mounted onto to the light mount 2 Step 5 Plug light harness 14 into harness connector 15 in main frame See illustration above to correctly plug light harnesses together 8 4 6 9 10 1 7 5 3 2 11 12 13 14...

Page 114: ...Innovators in Agriculture 65 8 Assembly Splendimo 550 P Step 6 Ensure wheel chocks 16 are in storage position as shown 16 4 1304 8503 0 ...

Page 115: ... adhesive surface Step 4 Align top rear corner of decal 1 with intersection of marks A and B Step 5 Ensure top edge of decal 1 is parallel with top of tongue 2 Step 6 Hold front edge of decal away from tongue Step 7 Use a straightedge tool to press rear edge of decal adhesive surface against tongue Step 8 Continue to hold front edge of decal away from tongue Step 9 Gradually press decal adhesive s...

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Page 117: ... 1 to reduce wear of the standard skids To install wear plate Step 11 Remove two screws 3 from standard skid plate 1 Step 12 Insert tab 2 into slot 4 in bottom of standard skid plate and pull wear skid plate up and align slots with holes underneath standard skid plate 1 Step 13 Install two screws 3 and tighten SWATH WHEEL KIT Refer to instructions provided with the swath wheel kit 1 2 3 4 4 1304 8...

Page 118: ...Innovators in Agriculture 70 2 Options Splendimo 550 P FEED ASSIST KIT Refer to instructions provided with the feed assist kit CCW Rotation View from Top CW Rotation View from Top 4 1304 8503 0 ...

Page 119: ...50 10 D Dealer Preparation 1 4 Dealer Customer Information 1 5 Decals Install 65 9 Direction of Rotation Cutter Elements 50 42 Disc Components 50 35 Disconnect Mower from Tractor 40 6 E Electrical Diagram 55 1 Explanation of Safety Decals on the Machine 5 2 F Feed Assist Kit 70 2 Flotation Pressure Check 45 6 G Gearbox Oil Levels Check 50 15 Gearboxes 50 12 Grease Replace 50 21 H Headstock PTO Shi...

Page 120: ...own Procedure 20 1 Skid Plates Check 50 10 Slip Clutch Access 50 38 Slip Clutch Assemble 50 39 Slip Clutch Break In 40 6 Slip Clutch Break In 50 37 Slip Clutch Check 50 37 Slip Clutch Disassemble 50 39 Slip Clutch Friction Discs Check 50 38 Slip Clutch Friction Discs Replace 50 39 Slip Clutch Hub Grease 50 7 Specifications 60 1 Splendimo 550P S N 101 157 15 5 Splendimo 550P S N 101 157 45 2 Splend...

Page 121: ...5 60 6 60 8 60 12 60 16 60 19 60 23 through 60 30 60 37 60 40 60 41 70 4 through 70 8 70 10 70 11 80 1 80 5 through 80 8 Index Updated flotation pressure specifications miscellaneous updates o1_02 2014 November Front Cover Page ii Table of Contents Pages vii 15 2 20 3 20 6 20 7 20 8 23 1 40 1 40 3 40 4 40 6 50 2 50 6 60 5 60 12 60 22 60 36 70 2 through 70 13 80 7 Section 85 Options is new and Inde...

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