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Read carefully through these operating instructions and safety precautions (“For your safety”) before operating 
the implement for the fi rst time, and ensure that they are observed at all times.
The person operating the machine must be trained and qualifi ed in the operation, maintenance and safe use 
of the machine, and made fully aware of the hazards involved. Ensure that a copy of the safety precautions is 
passed on to all subsequent users.
Ensure that all relevant local accident-prevention regulations are observed, along with generally accepted safety 
procedures and any legislation that may apply with respect to health and safety in the workplace.

Observe all warning notices. (DIN 4844-W9)
Instructions in this manual accompanied by this symbol are used to indicate 
danger, along with warning notices fi xed to the implement. 
(See the appendix for details of warning signs.)

The CAUTION symbol indicates safety precautions that must be observed to 
prevent danger to the machine or its functions.

The NOTE symbol indicates specifi c procedures that must be observed to 
ensure the smooth and trouble-free operation of the machine.

Loss of warranty

The mulch seed drill is designed exclusively for normal agricultural use. Any use for a purpose other than this 
shall be regarded as incorrect operation, and no liability will be accepted for the resulting loss or damage.
The defi nition of “use for intended purpose” also covers observance of the specifi ed operating, maintenance and 
servicing instructions, along with the exclusive use of original spare parts. The use of non-original accessories, 
spares and/or consumables that do not carry specifi c approval from Rabe shall void all warranty liabilities.
We can accept no liability whatsoever for damage, loss or injury resulting from the carrying out of unauthorised 
repairs and/or modifi cations to the implement, or from the inadequate monitoring of its operation.
Claims for missing or damaged items detected at the moment of delivery (transit damage, missing parts) should 
be made immediately and in writing.
Warranty claims and our liability exclusions are based on our general terms and conditions.

Mulch seed drill

Aquila

Operating instructions

04.2003

Summary of Contents for Aquila

Page 1: ...Operating instructions Mulch seed drill Aquila Order no 9900 01 34GB01...

Page 2: ...2 We reserve the right to make technical changes R e a d a n d f o l l o w t h e s a f e t y i n s t r u c t i o n s...

Page 3: ...NOTE symbol indicates specific procedures that must be observed to ensure the smooth and trouble free operation of the machine Loss of warranty The mulch seed drill is designed exclusively for normal...

Page 4: ...s 3 2 Hydraulic connections 3 3 Electrical connections 4 Changing to working position 5 Use and adjustment 5 1 Previous soil tillage 5 1 1 Mulching disc assembly 5 2 Sowing rail 5 2 1 Adjustment of so...

Page 5: ...ly levelled and firm surface to sow on A hydraulic system lowers an integrated twin tyre running mechanism for the packing roller to allow transport by road The mulch sowing coulters are a particularl...

Page 6: ...Basic type Aquila 4 5m Aquila 6m Dry weight in kg approx 5600 6800 Tractor from KW PS 103 140 147 200 Working width D in mm approx 4500 6000 Lengths A in mm approx 6870 Transport width B in mm approx...

Page 7: ...n Pneumatic Dosing drive Electronically controlled electric motor Fan blower drive Paddle blade fan with hydraulic motor Towing Lower arms cat III short or twin axle counterweight pendant 41 Required...

Page 8: ...they become hot during operation If the blower begins to rattle or vibrate shut down the hydraulic system immediately and check the blade wheel of the blower for correct dynamic balancing Note that i...

Page 9: ...mm non depressurized return conduit for the hydraulic blower drive Plug in coupling subass 4 Twin action control device for the running gear The twin action control device for the lane marker can be...

Page 10: ...er 9 2 2 The spring loaded brakes act on the running gear When the pressure vessel is full pressing the red button on the brake valve 10 4 1 releases the brake once even if the brake line is disconnec...

Page 11: ...and pressure rollers The paralle logram arrangement of coulter elements can be directed upwards The disc coulters are spring mounted on rubber elements 11 2 2 5 2 1 Adjustment of sowing depth pressur...

Page 12: ...or this purpose Fine adjustment is carried out by displacing the mar king disc Centring up with respect to tractor 12 2 1 measured from outer share Working width row distance A 2 Example 3 m operating...

Page 13: ...cking detection is carried out without contact The dosing system stops if the fan speed is too low to prevent blockages 5 5 Power supply 13 2 Operating power is taken directly from the tractor battery...

Page 14: ...double action control device with priority switching and oil flow adjustment Before initial startup of the blower the flow rate should be adjusted at the tractor mounted control device to approx 30 l...

Page 15: ...Coarse seed wheel 100 filled Order No 9001 24 30 Coarse seed wheel 50 filled Order No 9001 24 31 Coarse seed wheel engaged 2 small seed wheels engaged 1 small seed wheel engaged Wheat X O O 1 N Barle...

Page 16: ...accor dingly With the tramline function activated the seed is fed back from the outlets concerned and the dosing quantity is automatically reduced by this amount At the tramline outlets the lower flap...

Page 17: ...no foreign bodies waste paper sack ties get into the hopper Keep the hopper cover closed during opera tion Monitor the filling level low level indica tor Given the hygroscopic characteristics of seed...

Page 18: ...ts and other pests When carrying out cleaning operations note that dressing agent is a toxic irritant Protect such sensitive parts of the body as the mucous membranes eyes and respiratory organs Do no...

Page 19: ...zone Note Folding side sec tions Operating instructions Transport position Operating instructions Fuse overview Place of installation Fuse designation Rabe arti cle no Supply cable loom 19 1 1 Flat ve...

Page 20: ...20 of the vehicle s unladen weight The maximum permitted width of the load is three metres The tractor and trailer must not exceed a total length of 18 m A special permit is normally required if the m...

Page 21: ...Fan pressure return Turbine pression retour Load on coulter bar Point d ncrage de la rampe Transport wheels chariot de transport Track markers Tra eurs A Hose designation Order no 9998 08 02 from 4m B...

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