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OPERATION & MAINTENANCE MANUAL 

 

 

 

 

                  Revision 2022 

 
 

 
 
 

 

 
 

 

 

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III.C - 1/3                                                                  

 

           III.C HITCHING 

 

      

      

 

 

 
The implement described in this manual do apply to any kind of tractor provided of universal 
three-point hitch. 
 
The characteristics of this linkage depend on the type of tractor, therefore it is necessary to 
setting up the tractor in order to properly hitch the implement. 
 
This operation must be carried out on a flat and firm area as it is dangerous. 
 
 

 

Do not allow anyone to stay between tractor and implement while the engine is 
running

 

 

 
Follow these instructions: 

 

       

 

 

 

1. 

 

Connect the tractor two lifting arms to the lower plates of the implement by using two 
hitch pins and two cotter keys to lock pins in place (see Fig. 1) 

 
                                        

 

Figure 1 

 
 

MAST

LOWER HITCHES

Summary of Contents for TDF-M EXT 180

Page 1: ...I SAFETY II A LABELS II B RECOMMENDATIONS III OPERATION III A CHECKLIST III B TECHNICAL DATA III C HITCHING III D PREPARATION FOR WORK III E USAGE III F UNHITCHING III G TROUBLESHOOTING IV STORAGE V MAINTENANCE VI TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATIONS VII DISPOSAL RECYCLING VIII WARRANTY 8 A TERMS CONDITIONS 8 B WARRANTY REGISTRATION INDEX ANNEX A1 EU DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY A2 SOVEMA PRODUCT RANGE A3 SPAR...

Page 2: ...se and routine basic maintenance of implement Moreover it contains warnings for foreseeable hazards as well as definitions of terms symbols and pictograms used comply with the relevant international standard Keep manual for future reference Be sure that you and any other operator carefully follow the recommended safety practices at all times Failure to do could result in personal injury or propert...

Page 3: ...al manual in italian language official language If you should notice any unclear points omissions etc feel free to contact SOVEMA I A SYMBOLS These following safety pictograms appear throughout the manual Remember their meaning READ CAREFULLY YOUR SAFETY IS IN DANGER USE PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT safety shoes protective gloves helmet goggles overalls and FFP1 mask IMPORTANT INFORMATION ...

Page 4: ...ose is illustrative only Illustrations used in this manual may vary slightly in some details compared to your implement Even if some illustrations in this manual could show the implement with safety guards removed for a better understanding never operate in these conditions In this manual references to forward right and left are referred as indicated in image below with the implement connected to ...

Page 5: ...decals are on the implement and in a good condition If not do not use the implement without decals and refer to the dealer immediately to get them The meaning of decals that are on the implement is the following 1 2 3 4 1 Before starting operations read carefully the instruction manual 2 Before performing the maintenance lower the implement to the ground turn off the engine disengage the PTO and r...

Page 6: ... injured Keep away from the implement 10 Your hands can be injured Do not remove safety guards and keep away from moving parts 11 Your hands can be injured Do not remove the cover and keep away from moving parts The implement is designed for tractors with 540 rpm PTO The implement is designed for tractors with 1000 rpm PTO During working operations all bystanders must stay beyond the shown distanc...

Page 7: ...ION MAINTENANCE MANUAL Revision 2022 _____________________________________________________________________________________ II 3 6 In the following figure it is indicated the location of decals described above ...

Page 8: ...nnel operate maintain the tractor the implement Personal protection equipment including overalls safety shoes goggles helmet gloves and mask are recommended during the operations of hitching usage unhitching of implement Do not leave seat until the implement is lowered to the ground engine is completely turned off brakes engaged ignition key removed Do not allow to other people to stay on wrong pl...

Page 9: ...sition before attempting to start tractor engine USE AFTER A LONG PERIOD OF INACTIVITY Before using the implement after a long period of inactivity please follow these steps Make sure the implement is not damaged Check all mechanical parts They must be in good condition and must not show signs of rust Check wear of tools Check that the implement does not present loss of oil from couplings or tubes...

Page 10: ... grounded 4 make sure the service area is properly ventilated Before performing maintenance of implement be sure that area is level turn off the engine disengage the PTO lower the machine engage the brakes and remove the ignition key Keep all people away from the service area while performing maintenance Always use personal protective equipment included besides safety shoes and protective gloves o...

Page 11: ...ad the following instructions Make sure that the weight and power of the tractor is suitable to the implement you want to connect If you have any doubt please refer to the III B TECHNICAL DATA section Make sure that all safety pictograms decals are properly installed and clean Check the oil level in the gearbox A low oil level can damage the gears Make sure that all safety guards are properly inst...

Page 12: ... illustrative purpose only MODEL WORKING WIDTH POWER PTO SPEED ROTOR SPEED WEIGHT WIDTH A HEIGHT B WIDTH C cm in hp kw rpm rpm kg lb cm in cm in cm in TDF M EXT 180 180 72 60 90 44 66 540 1000 2150 680 1510 200 80 100 40 180 71 TDF M EXT 200 200 80 70 90 52 66 540 1000 2150 710 1580 220 88 100 40 180 71 NOISE LEVEL UNDER NO LOAD A C B MODEL HITCH CAT A B C D E F No Knives cm in cm in cm in cm in c...

Page 13: ...kage depend on the type of tractor therefore it is necessary to setting up the tractor in order to properly hitch the implement This operation must be carried out on a flat and firm area as it is dangerous Do not allow anyone to stay between tractor and implement while the engine is running Follow these instructions 1 Connect the tractor two lifting arms to the lower plates of the implement by usi...

Page 14: ... by using the supplied pins The support stands must be always on the implement so that can be always available 7 Connect the PTO drive shaft to the implement 8 Connect the PTO drive shaft to the tractor If the shaft is too long you have to shorten it please refer to the instructions on the next page 9 if present Connect implement hydraulic hoses to the tractor distributor 10 Get on the tractor ins...

Page 15: ...y different types of tractors it may be necessary to shorten the PTO shaft Listed below are some basic guidelines on performing this modification First determine the length that has to be removed 1 remove plastic protection on both sections 2 cut the excess length of both tubes using a saw 3 deburr and clean the ends of each tube 4 cut the plastic protections to the same length you have cut the tu...

Page 16: ...TION FOR WORK For roller equipped implement Rear roller adjustment is carried out by regulating the two roller support plates as follows see Fig 1 Unscrew and remove screws A from the roller s plates Adjust the roller as desired Place screws A back Figure 1 In order to get an even cut it is suggested to adjust the two flanks at the same height HOLES A ...

Page 17: ...roceed as follows fig 2 The mower is equipped with two hydraulic cylinders see fig 2 From the tractor use the switches and levers controlling the hydraulic system of the tractor The mower can be moved with a side shifting movement and a rotation movement ranging from the vertical position 90 to a negative angle of 55 Figure 2 Don t perform the lateral and the incline movement when the implement is...

Page 18: ... link see fig 1 raise the implement off the ground in order to let the knives hammers start moving without touching ground to avoid damages keeping the implement raised engage the tractor PTO at suggested engine s revs start moving the tractor forward and then gradually lower the implement Figure 1 OPERATING TIPS Proper ground speed for implement will depend upon the type of soil and its condition...

Page 19: ...necessary to raise the implement before ma king a turn or change of course otherwise damages to the skids or roller supports can occur The implement must be used only if equipped with all its components as supplied by SOVEMA safety devices included No components can be modified Do not perform the lateral movement and the incline movement when the implement is on the ground ...

Page 20: ...ft has completely stopped turn off the engine and engage the parking brakes 3 Remove the ignition key 4 Get off the tractor place the support stands in a desired position by using the supplied pin and lower the implement on the ground 5 if present Disconnect implement hydraulic hoses from tractor distributor and place them in their holders or put the plug on each end hose 6 Remove PTO drive shaft ...

Page 21: ...onditions If some of the tines are broken bent or present excessive wear the balance of the rotor will be compromised During working the rotating movement of the rotor will produce vibrations that will inevitably damage and break bearings and welded parts of the frame In order to avoid damages please replace all the tines at the same time with the new genuine ones supplied by SOVEMA Check the lubr...

Page 22: ...me height Check belts condition after removing the belt cover It is possible that the belts are not tight enough thus failing to transmit enough power to the knivs hammers The sliding can be produced by lack of tightness or by belt wear If the belts look marginally damaged the operator must replace them immediately If the belts are loose the operator must tighten them Check rotor for potential clo...

Page 23: ...ses and fittings for oil leak If the hoses are worn or damaged replace them If the fittings are loose tighten them Check the hoses connections If the hoses are connected to the tractor incorrectly reconnected them in the right way Before checking the implement in order to find the possible cause of malfunctioning make sure the tractor PTO is disconnected the engine is turned off brakes are engaged...

Page 24: ... the hook supplied with the implement Lubricate all moving parts like bearings pivots supports and other wear points Lubrificate all not painted parts Protect the implement with a protective sheet Store the implement in a closed clean and dry place If the implement is left unused for a long time we suggest to follow these simple rules Wash and dry the implement Check all moving parts In case of ex...

Page 25: ...re a more frequent maintenance Disengage the PTO drive shaft before proceeding with maintenance In order to lift implement up please use the pin of the mast and the free holes on each side of frame fig 1 Figure 1 Before proceeding with the lifting ensure that the lateral movement arms are closed and that the implement is horizontal EVERY 10 WORKING HOURS Check if the bolts that fix the blades to t...

Page 26: ...d the internal components of the cardan are at a temperature that allows optimal greasing Check belt tension by measuring belt tightness Correct tightness results when belt deflection along the front side of the same as a result of the pressure applied with the index finger to the centre of the belt length is about 1 cm see fig 2 Figure 2 In case a belt adjustment is needed proceed as follows see ...

Page 27: ...vement Make sure the knives are still sharp uniformly and that they do not show signs of cracks or excessive wear In case their replacement is needed always use original knives supplied by SOVEMA Check the oil level in the gearbox through the oil level plug placed on the side of the gearbox see fig 4 In case a refill is needed unplug the filler plug from the top of the gearbox and proceed with the...

Page 28: ...ox 1 2 L 0 31 US gal 0 26 UK gal Use ISO VG 320 oil only For the disposal of oil refer to 7 disposal recycling section EVERY 300 WORKING HOURS Completely change the oil in the gearbox proceeding as described above Use ISO VG 320 mineral oil only For the disposal of oil refer to 7 DISPOSAL RECYCLING section HYDRAULIC SYSTEM Hydraulic hoses must be replaced when cracks or sign of deterioration are v...

Page 29: ... EQUIPMENT FIRST CARE SKIN Possible irritation after prolonged exposure Safety gloves or lotion Wash thoroughly with soap and water EYES Possible irritation due to contact Protective glasses Rinse with running water INHALATION Possible irritation after prolonged exposure Maintain an oil mist level of 5 mg m3 between TLV TWA limits Expose to fresh air and call medical assistance immediately INGESTI...

Page 30: ...emolition dismantling all of plastic or rubber parts e g guards tires and eventually all of electric and electronic devices then proceed to dismant metal parts For completing the demolition please detach and destroy the identification plate of the implement showing the serial number and CE marking along with this manual Used oil must be properly collected and disposed and must not be dispersed in ...

Page 31: ...tc B transportation of any kind of SOVEMA part to the place where warranty work is performed This warranty shall not apply to those machine which has been repaired or altered in any way outside the SOVEMA factory which affects its stability or reliability nor which has been subject to misuse negligence or accident nor to those machine that has not been operated in accordance with SOVEMA manual or ...

Page 32: ...OPERATION MAINTENANCE MANUAL Revision 2022 _____________________________________________________________________________________ VIII 2 6 ...

Page 33: ...e with the manufacturers instructions All screws nuts oil level and grease have been checked All safety guards and warning labels have been placed on the machine PTO has been matched to tractor and greased All other pre delivery checks have been completed as per operation and maintenance manual The purchaser was given operation and maintenance manual and instructed in safe and correct usage of mac...

Page 34: ...OPERATION MAINTENANCE MANUAL Revision 2022 _____________________________________________________________________________________ VIII 4 6 ...

Page 35: ...ance with the manufacturers instructions All screws nuts oil level and grease have been checked All safety guards and warning labels have been placed on the machine PTO has been matched to tractor and greased All other pre delivery checks have been completed as per operation and maintenance manual The purchaser was given operation and maintenance manual and instructed in safe and correct usage of ...

Page 36: ...OPERATION MAINTENANCE MANUAL Revision 2022 _____________________________________________________________________________________ VIII 6 6 ...

Page 37: ...INDEX A ADJUSTMENT SEE PREPARATION FOR WORK C CE MARKING III B CHARACTERISTICS SEE TECHNICAL DATA CHECKLIST III A CLEANING IV D DECALS II A DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY A1 DISPOSAL VII DIMENSIONS III B DEMOLITION SEE DISPOSAL DISPOSAL VII F FIELD OF USE I B G GENERAL INFORMATIONS I GEARBOX III A V GREASING V H HITCHING III C I ID PLATE III B ...

Page 38: ...OIL SEE LUBRICANTS P PICTOGRAMS SEE LABELS PREPARATION FOR WORK III IV PTO DRIVE SHAFT II B V R RECOMMENDATIONS II B RECYCLING VII S SAFETY II SERIAL NUMBER III B SPARE PARTS V A3 SPECIFICATIONS SEE TECHNICAL DATA SPEED ROTOR III B III D SYMBOLS I A STORAGE IV T TECHNICAL DATA III B TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATIONS VI TRANSPORT II B TROUBLESHOOTING III G TOOLS ROTOR KNIVES HAMMERS III B U UNHITCHING III...

Page 39: ...OPERATION MAINTENANCE MANUAL Revision 2022 _____________________________________________________________________________________ INDEX 3 3 USAGE II B III E W WARRANTY VIII WEIGHT III B ...

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Page 41: ... undersigned company SOVEMA Srl hereby declares that the machine Model Serial No Year is in compliance with all Essential Health and Safety Requirements of the 2006 42 EC European Directive and subsequent modifications and integrations For verification of the compliance of the above mentioned directive the following technical harmonised standards have been consulted UNI EN ISO 4254 1 2015 UNI EN I...

Page 42: ...OF CONFORMITY The undersigned company SOVEMA Srl hereby declares that the machine Model Serial No Year is in compliance with all Essential Health and Safety Requirements of the Supply of Machinery Safety Regulations 2008 For verification of the compliance of the above mentioned regulations the following technical harmonised standards have been consulted BS EN ISO 4254 1 2015 BS EN ISO 4254 8 2018 ...

Page 43: ...fferent models for tractors from 20 hp to 45 hp working width from 100 cm to 150 cm STONE BURIERS 5 different models for tractors from 35 hp to 90 hp working width from 120 cm to 200 cm ROTARY HARROWS 11 different models for tractors from 25 hp to 100 hp working width from 110 cm to 300 cm FOLDING ROTARY HARROWS 3 different models for tractors from 200 hp to 350 hp working width from 500 cm to 700...

Page 44: ... for tractors from 100 hp to 300 hp working width from 400 cm to 600 cm SIDE FLAIL MOWERS 20 different models for tractors from 20 hp to 90 hp working width from 120 cm to 240 cm COLLECTOR MOWER WITH LOW OR HIGH DISCHARGE 6 different models for tractors from 30 hp to 50 hp working width from 120 cm to 180 cm FINISHING MOWER 14 different models for tractors from 15 hp a 70 hp working width from 100...

Page 45: ...AY TEDDERS 10 different models for tractors from 15 hp to 50 hp working width from 2 5 m to 6 7 m SICKLE BAR MOWER 2 different models for tractors from 15 hp to 30 hp working width from 180 cm to 210 cm FERTILIZER SPREADER 2 different models for tractors from 6 hp capacity from 260 l to 450 l CABS FOR TRACTOR over 20 models for 11 several tractor s brand for wheeled or tracked tractors available w...

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