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Take note! This safety alert symbol found throughout this manual is used to call
your  attention  to  instructions  involving  your  personal  safety  and  the  safety  of
others. Failure to follow these instructions can result in injury or death.

Signal Words

Note  the use  of the  signal words  DANGER, WARNING  and  CAUTION with  the safety
messages. The appropriate signal words for each has been selected using the following
guidelines:

DANGER:

 indicates and imminently hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result

in death or serious injury.

WARNING:

 indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result

in  death  or  serious  injury,  and  includes  hazards  that  are  exposed  when  guards  are
removed. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices.

CAUTION:

 indicates a potentially hazardous situation that, if not avoided, may result in

minor or moderate injury.

SAFETY

SAFETY

SAFETY

SAFETY

MEBHOEB

This symbol means:

ATTENTION!

BECOME ALERT!

YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

Summary of Contents for Baby-Hop 100 Series

Page 1: ...HOP BABY HOP BABY HOP BABY HOP Pull Type Fertiliser Spreader Series 50 100 160 Series 50 100 160 Series 50 100 160 Series 50 100 160 The operator s manual is a technical service guide and must always...

Page 2: ...ed using the following guidelines DANGER indicates and imminently hazardous situation that if not avoided will result in death or serious injury WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation tha...

Page 3: ...BABY HOP BABY HOP BABY HOP BABY HOP Pull Type Fertiliser Spreader Series 50 100 160 Series 50 100 160 Series 50 100 160 Series 50 100 160 The operator s manual is a technical service guide and must al...

Page 4: ...tenance Safety 18 4 MAINTENANCE 4 MAINTENANCE 4 MAINTENANCE 4 MAINTENANCE 15 3 07 Uneven Terrain 14 3 06 Operating Techniques 13 3 05 Start up 13 3 04 Attaching to the Tractor 13 3 03 Pre Operational...

Page 5: ...njury CAUTION right hand and left hand sides of the implement are determined by facing in the direction the implement will travel when going forward see fig 3 1 02 Model and Serial Number ID Attached...

Page 6: ...e M8x16 bolts 16 M8 washers 9 and M8 hex nuts 10 3 Slide the spinner disc 46 and the hopper assembly over the outgoing shaft 44 and use the M8x40 carriage bolt 8 M8 washer 9 and M8 hex nut 10 to faste...

Page 7: ...to run parallel to the ground To attach plates 21 22 slide the round stock ends of these two plates though the tubes which are welded to the ends of the tongue Bolt the outer end to the frame the two...

Page 8: ...aned or rented to make certain that the operator prior to operating reads and understands the operator s manuals and is instructed in safe and proper use 2 01 Preparation 1 Before operating equipment...

Page 9: ...safety and operating decals on this machine see fig 3 2 Before dismounting tractor stop engine set brake and remove the key of unattended equipment 3 Keep guards and shields in place and in good condi...

Page 10: ...ace immediately if damaged 1 Read the manual carefully 2 Keep away objects can be thrown 3 keep away do not oil nor clean gears while moving SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 10 ROTOMEC BABY HOP OPERATOR S MANUAL ri...

Page 11: ...CAUTION our spreaders are designed considering safety as the most important target and are the safest available in today s market Unfortunately human carelessness can override the safety features buil...

Page 12: ...Be careful when turning sharp corners 16 Reduce speed on slopes and sharp turns to minimise tipping or loss of control Be careful when changing directions on slopes Do not start or stop suddenly on s...

Page 13: ...r animals are in the work area DANGER shut off the tractor and remove the key before making adjustments servicing or cleaning the machine 3 04 Attaching to the Tractor CAUTION always ensure that the t...

Page 14: ...l 7 Checking that all shields are on the machine and securely in place 8 Making sure the proper attire is worn Avoiding loose fitting clothing which can become entangled Wearing sturdy tough soled wor...

Page 15: ...n the knob To spread pull the lever back until it stops in position 6 To regulate the spreading width ground speed is the most important factor the faster the ground speed the further the material is...

Page 16: ...y is doubtful first test drive over the terrain Operate the spreader up and down steep slopes not across slopes to prevent the tractor from tipping Avoid sudden stops and starts and slow down before c...

Page 17: ...aby Hop can be used to spread salt on sidewalks driveways etc The optional seat 1 fig 2 for the Baby Hop 50 is for use with walking tractors 111 38 180 150 Baby Hop 160 97 34 135 105 Baby Hop 100 80 2...

Page 18: ...under equipment unless it is blocked securely 7 Always use personal protection devices such as eye hand and hearing protectors when performing any service or maintenance 8 Periodically tighten all bo...

Page 19: ...ne 2 Carefully dry the machine 3 Apply a thick layer of grease to all exposed moving parts 4 Apply a film of biodegradable oil in crevasses and corners After seasonal use it is important to perform th...

Page 20: ...a SMV Slow Moving Vehicle sign when travelling on roads or streets 3 Reduce ground speed when turning and take care that the spreader does not strike obstacles such as trees fences or buildings BABY H...

Page 21: ...rings have occurred on the machine 1 brush them using a wire brush and touch up with primer and paint 2 Store the implement on wooden boards 5 01 Suggested Spare Parts It is suggested that the followi...

Page 22: ...le Slow ground speed Hopper too far backwards Narrow spread width Replace bolt Replace R Replace ring or pinion gear Drive wheel bolt missing or sheared Spinner disc R cotter pin missing or sheared Br...

Page 23: ...nd polish Test run check for excessive vibration or overheating of bearings Operator s Manual Review the operator s manual with the customer Explain the following Warranty Safe operation and service C...

Page 24: ...This limited warranty does not apply to and excludes drivelines and driveline related safety devices shear pin yokes shear pins slip clutches clutch discs tires belts blades and other wear items At n...

Page 25: ...under our sole responsibility that the product Pull Type Fertiliser Spreader Pull Type Fertiliser Spreader Pull Type Fertiliser Spreader Pull Type Fertiliser Spreader Baby Hop Baby Hop Baby Hop Baby H...

Page 26: ...9 PARTS MANUAL Baby Hop 50 100 and 160 PARTS MANUAL 26 ROTOMEC BABY HOP OPERATOR S MANUAL...

Page 27: ...501 630B 19 1 Linke Stange zur Deichseleinstellung Tige gauche Left hitch adjustment Asta sinistra per registro timone 502 629B 18 1 Rechte Stange zur Deichseleinstellung Tige droit Right hitch adjust...

Page 28: ...hield Deflettore per regolazione 501 653B 49 1 Bewegliche T r Plaque de r glage Mobile shutter Portina mobile 501 652B 48 1 Mutter D 30 BPF Ecrou D 30 BPF Nut D 30 BPF Dado D 30 BPF 501 651B 47 1 Stre...

Page 29: ...nd understand clearly that there were and are no other representations of warranties either express or implied made by anyone I have been advised on proper operation maintenance and lubrication proced...

Page 30: ...Cut along this line Sender Fold here Place stamp here ROTOMEC spa Via Molino di Sopra 56 37054 Nogara VR ITALY...

Page 31: ...or use any of the information or details in this manual without the expressed written permission of ROTOMEC spa Nogara Verona Italy Technical information provided in this manual is approximate the Com...

Page 32: ...ROTOMEC spa Via Molino di Sopra 56 37054 Nogara VR ITALY Tel 39 0442 510400 Fax 39 0442 510038 www rotomec com...

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