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Operating Manual

Centaur

4001-2

5001-2

Super / Special

Mulch cultivator

MG3012
BAG 0070.1 12.08
Printed in Germany

Please read and follow

this operating manual before

putting the machine into

operation.

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future use.

Summary of Contents for Centaur 4001-2 Series

Page 1: ...entaur 4001 2 5001 2 Super Special Mulch cultivator MG3012 BAG 0070 1 12 08 Printed in Germany Please read and follow this operating manual before putting the machine into operation Keep it in a safe...

Page 2: ...itself The person in question would not only harm himself but also make the mistake of blaming the machine for possible failures instead of himself In order to ensure success one should enter the mind...

Page 3: ...ail Hasbergen 49 5405 501 0 49 5405 501 234 amazone amazone de Spare part orders AMAZONEN WERKE H DREYER GmbH Co KG Postfach 51 D 49202 Phone Fax E mail Hasbergen 49 5405 501 290 49 5405 501 106 et am...

Page 4: ...putting the machine into operation Only after careful reading will you be able to benefit from the full scope of your newly purchased machine Please ensure that all the machine operators have read thi...

Page 5: ...er labels 16 2 14 Dangers of not observing safety instructions 21 2 15 Safety conscious working 21 2 16 Safety information for users 22 2 16 1 General safety and accident prevention information 22 2 1...

Page 6: ...weight tractor axle loads and load capacities as well as the minimum ballast 59 6 1 2 Requirements for tractor operation with attached machines 63 6 1 3 Machines without their own brake system 63 6 2...

Page 7: ...ake system workshop work 92 11 9 4 Hydraulic component of brake system 93 11 10 Tyres wheels 96 11 10 1 Tyre pressures 96 11 10 2 Mounting tyres workshop work 97 11 11 Hydraulic system workshop work 9...

Page 8: ...in the operating manual are always viewed in the direction of travel 1 3 Diagrams used Instructions for action and reactions Tasks to be carried out by the user are presented as numbered instructions...

Page 9: ...To replace damaged warning pictograms If you still have queries please contact the manufacturer Obligations of the user Before starting work anyone charged with working with on the machine is obliged...

Page 10: ...shall be available to the operator at the latest on the completion of the contract Guarantee and liability claims for damage to people or goods will be excluded if they can be traced back to one or m...

Page 11: ...ediate death or serious physical injury WARNING Indicates a medium risk which could result in death or serious physical injury if not avoided If the instructions are not followed then this may result...

Page 12: ...ly 2 4 Safety and protection equipment Before each commissioning of the machine all the safety and protection equipment must be properly attached and fully functional Check all the safety and protecti...

Page 13: ...tructed persons are those who have been instructed in their assigned tasks and in the possible risks in the case of improper behaviour have been trained if necessary and have been informed about the n...

Page 14: ...ying out replacement work Check all the screw connections for a firm seat On completing maintenance work check the function of safety and protection equipment 2 10 Constructive changes You may make no...

Page 15: ...d spare parts from third parties there is no guarantee that they have been designed and manufactured in such a way as to meet the requirements placed on them AMAZONEN WERKE accepts no liability for da...

Page 16: ...ntaur BAG 0070 1 12 08 2 13 Warning pictograms and other signs on the machine 2 13 1 Positioning of warning pictograms and other labels The following diagrams show the arrangement of the warning picto...

Page 17: ...ields Field 1 is a pictogram describing the danger surrounded by triangular safety symbol Field 2 is a pictogram showing how to avoid the danger Warning pictograms explanation The column Order number...

Page 18: ...ea of the machine Ensure that all persons maintain a sufficient safety distance from the danger area of the machine as long as the tractor engine is running MD 082 Risk of falling when riding the mach...

Page 19: ...rying out maintenance and repair work on hydraulic lines If you are injured by hydraulic fluid contact a doctor immediately MD 100 This symbol indicates the lifting gear attachment points used for loa...

Page 20: ...136 The required tyre pressure is 4 3 bar MD 145 The CE mark on the machine indicates compliance with the stipulations of the valid EU directives MD 163 Danger of falling caused by unintended twisting...

Page 21: ...all warranty claims Seen individually non compliance with the safety information could pose the following risks Danger to people through non secured working areas Failure of important machine functio...

Page 22: ...tions the driving characteristics of the tractor and the connected machine Connecting and disconnecting the machine Only connect and transport the machine with tractors suitable for the task When conn...

Page 23: ...g work ensure that you understand all the equipment and actuation elements of the machine and their function There is no time for this when the machine is already in operation Do not wear loose fittin...

Page 24: ...delay for the loaded vehicle combination tractor plus connected machine Check the brake power before moving off When turning corners with the machine connected take the broad load and balance weight o...

Page 25: ...Take out the ignition key Have the hydraulic hose line checked at least once a year by a specialist for proper functioning Replace the hydraulic hose line if it is damaged or worn Only use original AM...

Page 26: ...wing safety information is not followed In the case of retrofitting of electrical units and or components on the machine with a connection to the on board power supply the user must check whether the...

Page 27: ...y dirt on the sealing rings on the hose couplings of the supply and brake lines Only move off with the machine connected when the pressure gauge on the tractor shows 5 0 bar Drain the air tank every d...

Page 28: ...aintenance and repair work on the machine when the drive is switched off the tractor engine is at a standstill the ignition key has been removed the connector to the machine has been disconnected from...

Page 29: ...r for loading and unloading as long as the tractor fulfils the power requirements Compressed air brake system You may only move off with the machine connected if the pressure gauge on the tractor show...

Page 30: ...during loading and unloading Only attach your lifting gear to at the designated points Never remain in or enter the area below a raised unsecured load Use the lifting gear for fastening load lifting...

Page 31: ...tor comes with foldable frame in the following variants Special with three tine rows and a row of spring tines or double discs Super with four tine rows and two disc rows 4 1 Overview of subassemblies...

Page 32: ...r BAG 0070 1 12 08 Fig 7 1 Running gear and roller wheels 2 Strippers 3 Central roller wheel hydraulic cylinder 4 Depth adjustment of outer roller wheels 5 Chassis hydraulic cylinder 6 Hydraulic cylin...

Page 33: ...right coulters Pull the loops on the interior of the tarpaulin over the tines and fix it securely to the frame using tensioning ropes Attach the protective tarpaulins to the discs Attach the tarpauli...

Page 34: ...lines between the tractor and the machine Supply hoses in parking position Hydraulic hose lines Electric cable for lighting Connection to hydraulic brake Or Pneumatic brake system Brake line with coup...

Page 35: ...at side max 3m apart Fig 11 Fig 12 Front foldable lighting 1 Limiting lights turn indicators 2 Warning signs square Connect the lighting system to the 7 pin tractor socket via the pin Fig 12 Fig 13 Li...

Page 36: ...er area and danger points The danger area is the area around the machine in which people can be caught By work movements made by the machine and its tools By materials or foreign objects ejected by th...

Page 37: ...ured machines or parts of machines When unfolding folding the machine wing in the area of overhead cables 4 7 Rating plate and CE marking The following diagram shows the location of the rating plate a...

Page 38: ...60 Track width mm 2 000 2 000 2 000 2 000 Total length mm 9 350 8 100 9 350 8 100 Overall height mm 2 800 2 800 3 100 3 100 Empty basic weight kg 7 100 5 100 7 800 5 900 Permissible axle load kg 5 200...

Page 39: ...e for the combined hydraulic transmission fluid circuits of all standard makes of tractor Control units One to three double acting control units depending on the machine equipment See page 41 Operatio...

Page 40: ...al components 5 1 Functionality The Centaur is suitable for the following tasks Ploughing grassland without preparatory work Tilling ground for mulch sowing Tilling ground with large quantities of str...

Page 41: ...ssess the following coloured markings to allow assignment of the appropriate hydraulic function to the pressure line of a tractor control unit Tractor control unit Function Hose markings Lowering the...

Page 42: ...logical oils Observe the maximum approved hydraulic fluid pressure of 200 bar Only couple clean hydraulic connectors Push the hydraulic plug s into the hydraulic sockets until you feel them lock Check...

Page 43: ...continuously until there is a complete brake failure if the compressed air tank is not refilled This is why the machine may only be parked using wheel chocks The brakes are released immediately with a...

Page 44: ...g of the brake line yellow first followed by the hose coupling of the supply line red The operating brake of the machine moves out of the brake position immediately the red hose coupling has been coup...

Page 45: ...een uncoupled Always keep to this order as otherwise the operating brake system will trip and may set the unbraked machine moving When the machine is uncoupled or pulled away from the trailer air is v...

Page 46: ...ling the hydraulic service brake system Only couple clean hydraulic couplings 1 Remove the protective caps 2 Clean the hydraulic plug and socket if necessary 3 Couple the machine s hydraulic socket wi...

Page 47: ...ng jammed The overload protection which consists of two tension springs allows the tines to give way if an overload situation occurs Setting the working depth The working depth is set in one of the fo...

Page 48: ...flat to medium working depths from 8 to 15cm Double disc coulter flat full area stubble tillage for working depths from 3 8 cm Fig 20 1 Pointed coulter 2 Helix coulter 3 Double disc coulter 250 mm 4...

Page 49: ...cture and function Centaur BAG 0070 1 12 08 49 Method Working depth Stubble coulter 7 10 cm Helix coulter 10 20cm Narrow coulter 20 35cm 5 6 1 Coulter arrangement Centaur 4001 2 Super Centaur 5001 2 S...

Page 50: ...Structure and function 50 Centaur BAG 0070 1 12 08 Centaur 4001 2 Special Centaur 5001 2 Special...

Page 51: ...ing elements Fig 21 CAUTION If the feeler wheels are overloaded the guarantee is invalidated When cornering and on headlands the machine is to be lifted using the tractor s lower links 5 8 Support whe...

Page 52: ...10 Centaur Special levelling unit The following components depending on the equipment act as levelling elements Double discs Fig 24 or Spring tines Fig 25 These elements are mounted on a bar and their...

Page 53: ...outside discs Are telescopic Can have their working depth adjusted Can have their penetration angle adjusted Fig 26 5 12 Roller wheels running gear wheels Fig 27 1 Running gear wheels 2 Roller wheels...

Page 54: ...tion The levellers are recommended particularly for sites with light soil For transport the levellers in the central part of the machine are pivoted up 5 14 Tensioned crosspiece The category III tensi...

Page 55: ...nd lowered with machine uncoupled A bolt with star grip locks the stand in place when raised or lowered Raising lowering the stand 1 Pull out the star grip Fig 31 1 2 Raise slowly lower the stand 3 Re...

Page 56: ...l of re consolidation the Centaur can be fitted with additional ballast up to 500 kg Installation Mount to the outside on the left and right of the rear square tube of the chassis Secure the additiona...

Page 57: ...nt for lower aggressiveness 2 Release the clip pin Fig 34 1 3 Secure the adjusting pins Fig 34 2 in the desired position 4 Resecure the clip pin Fig 34 Fix all harrow adjusting pins in the same positi...

Page 58: ...contusions cutting catching drawing in and knocks in the area of hydraulically or electrically actuated components Do not block the operator controls on the tractor which are used for hydraulic and el...

Page 59: ...es for the total tractor weight tractor axle loads and load capacities as well as the minimum ballast The approved total tractor weight specified in the vehicle documentation must be greater than the...

Page 60: ...tal a1 a2 See technical data of tractor and front machine mounting or front weight or measurement a1 m Distance from the centre of the front axle to the centre of the lower link connection See tractor...

Page 61: ...he tractor operating manual in the table section 6 1 1 7 6 1 1 4 Calculation of the actual total weight of the combined tractor and machine H L V tat F T G G Enter the numeric value for the calculated...

Page 62: ...ration papers The actually calculated values must be less than or equal to the permissible values WARNING Risk of contusions cutting catching drawing in and knocks through insufficient stability and i...

Page 63: ...em that the tractor s actual static rear axle weight does not exceed the permissible rear axle weight that the permissible total weight of the tractor is observed that the approved load capacities of...

Page 64: ...the tractor engine is running with the PTO shaft hydraulic system connected if the ignition key is in the tractor and the tractor engine can be started unintentionally with the PTO shaft hydraulic sy...

Page 65: ...ng the machine Only actuate the operator controls for the tractor s three point hydraulic system from the intended workstation if you are outside of the danger area between the tractor and the machine...

Page 66: ...rubbing on all movements of the connected machine may not scour other parts 1 Using the lower link pins secure the ball sleeves to the hinging points of the three point attachment frame 2 Secure each...

Page 67: ...the stand 1 Park the machine on a level parking surface on solid ground 2 Uncouple the machine from the tractor 2 1 Secure the machine against unintentionally rolling away See page 64 2 2 Lower the s...

Page 68: ...manoeuvring vehicle 3 Remove wheel chocks 4 Pull out the release valve until it reaches the stop position This releases the service brake system so that the machine can be shunted 5 Once shunting is c...

Page 69: ...tractor and the machine against unintentional start up and rolling before making adjustments to the machine See page 64 8 1 Working depth of coulter With the depth adjustment the rear roller wheels an...

Page 70: ...to one of 15 levels Mechanical depth adjustment is interchangeable with hydraulic depth adjustment CAUTION Hand pinch point Do not reach between cylinder base and spacer elements After setting the wor...

Page 71: ...1 12 08 71 Carry out mechanical depth adjustment On the running gear hydraulic cylinder Fig 38 The roller feelers support wheels depending on the equipment Fig 39 Using the left and right spacer eleme...

Page 72: ...ent on Left and right rear roller The roller feelers support wheels Before making the adjustment pull the fastening bolt Fig 42 2 After the adjustment hold the spacer elements Fig 42 1 in place using...

Page 73: ...ng depth of the levelling unit Set the spindle length Use the hand lever with the ratchet to make the adjustment See page 74 Set the left and right spindles to the same length Centaur Special Fig 44 S...

Page 74: ...ten the spindle 4 Secure using the clip pin Fig 47 3 5 Secure the hand lever using the tensioning band Fig 47 For the Centaur the working depth of the levelling unit automatically adjusts when the wor...

Page 75: ...8 Setting the working depth of the outside discs 1 Actuate tractor control unit 1 2 x yellow Raise the running gear 2 Release screw unions Fig 48 2 3 Reset outside discs in slotted hole so that no dam...

Page 76: ...o prevent them from coming loose WARNING Risk of contusions cutting catching drawing in and knocks when making interventions in the machine through unintentional machine movements On folding machines...

Page 77: ...ed machine and the approved axle and support loads of the tractor If necessary drive only with a partially filled hopper WARNING Risk of falling from the machine if riding against regulations It is fo...

Page 78: ...g 50 1 headland setting 3 Raise the tractor lower links Fig 50 2 4 Actuate tractor control unit 2 Completely fold up the machine Fig 50 3 CAUTION Note that the maximum transport height is 4 m Make sur...

Page 79: ...ion Centaur BAG 0070 1 12 08 79 CAUTION Risk of injury from the tines and discs when attaching protective tarpaulins When the machine is folded in and out the rear harrow and levellers are also raised...

Page 80: ...the tractor and or the connected machine Drive in such a way that you always have full control over the tractor with the attached machine In so doing take your personal abilities into account as well...

Page 81: ...oller wheels can unroll 3 Actuate tractor control unit 1 Completely raise the machine Fig 51 1 4 Raise the tractor lower links Fig 51 2 5 Actuate tractor control unit 2 Completely unfold the machine F...

Page 82: ...ghtly lifting the lower links Machine with feeler wheels Place the machine in a horizontal position using the tractor s lower links The feeler wheels may not bear the weight of the machine When corner...

Page 83: ...e defective protective equipment with new equipment 11 1 Cleaning Pay particular attention to the brake air and hydraulic hose lines Never treat brake air and hydraulic hose lines with petrol benzene...

Page 84: ...y clean the lubrication points and grease gun before lubrication so that no dirt is pressed into the bearings Press the dirty grease out of the bearings completely and replace it with new grease Fig 5...

Page 85: ...ion point overview Fig 53 Lubricating points Interval h Quantity 1 Machine wing bearing 50 4 2 Support feeler wheel 50 4 2 3 Tensioned crosspiece 50 2 4 Hydraulic cylinder for folding 50 8 5 Hydraulic...

Page 86: ...ily Component Servicing work see page Workshop work Air reservoir Drain 91 Weekly every 50 working hours Component Servicing work see page Workshop work Hydraulic system Inspection for defects 86 X Wh...

Page 87: ...X Lower link pin Replace 101 X 11 4 Mounting and removing tines workshop work CAUTION The overload protection on the tines consists of 2 tension springs in each case They are under high pretension Yo...

Page 88: ...shaft Risk of injury from sharp edges Fig 55 11 6 1 Changing the Vario Clip coulter workshop work To remove the Vario Clip coulter Fig 56 1 knock the spiral pin Fig 56 2 out by knocking it downwards...

Page 89: ...setting the discs raised the machine secured against unintentional lowering To replace the discs unscrew the four screw unions then retighten them Fig 57 11 8 Replacing the levellers WARNING Danger of...

Page 90: ...ersonnel Special care is required for welding torch cutting and drilling work in the vicinity of brake lines Always carry out a braking test after any adjusting or repair work on the braking system Ge...

Page 91: ...eservoir if there are signs of dirt Fig 59 11 9 2 Cleaning line filters Clean the two line filters Fig 60 1 every 3 months more frequently in harsh operating conditions Proceed as follows to do so 1 P...

Page 92: ...more than 0 15 bar after 10 minutes 6 Seal any leaking areas or replace leaking valves 2 Check pressure in the air reservoir 1 Connect a pressure gauge to the test connection on the air reservoir Set...

Page 93: ...iners Brake fluid that has already been used in the braking system must not be reused Even when venting the braking system use only new brake fluid The requirements made of brake fluid are subject to...

Page 94: ...d 11 9 4 6 Bleeding the brake system workshop work After each brake repair for which the system has been opened vent the brake system because air may have entered the pressure lines The brake system i...

Page 95: ...ing Perform a safety check Are the venting screws tightened Has sufficient brake fluid been filled Check that all connections are leak tight Following any repair work to the brake system check that it...

Page 96: ...ecified Repair work on tyres must only be carried out by specialists using suitable assembly tools Tyre fitting requires sufficient skills and proper assembly tools Use the jack only at the jacking po...

Page 97: ...eaks of corrosion from the wheel rim seating surfaces before fitting a new another tyre Corrosion can cause damage to the wheel rims when the vehicle is in operation When fitting new tyres always use...

Page 98: ...e and the trailer Ensure that the hydraulic hose lines are connected correctly Regularly check all the hydraulic hose lines and couplings for damage and impurities Have the hydraulic hose line checked...

Page 99: ...pes 3 Replace any worn or damaged hydraulic hose lines immediately 11 11 3 Inspection criteria for hydraulic hose lines For your own safety comply with the following inspection criteria Replace hydrau...

Page 100: ...s no tension apart from the hose s own weight There is no possibility of jolting on short lengths Outer mechanical influences on the hydraulic hose lines are avoided Use appropriate arrangements and f...

Page 101: ...each time you couple the machine Replace lower link pins if there are clear signs of wear 11 13 Electrical lighting system Changing bulbs 1 Unscrew safety lens 2 Remove defective bulb 3 Insert replace...

Page 102: ...am Lifting Fig 63 1 Connection to double action tractor control unit 1 yellow hose marking 2 Chassis hydraulic cylinder Fig 63 Folding circuit Fig 64 1 Connection to tractor control unit 2 blue hose m...

Page 103: ...aintenance and repairs Centaur BAG 0070 1 12 08 103 Rear harrow Fig 65 Fig 65 1 Hydraulic cylinder for folding rear harrow 2 Hydraulic cylinder for lifting rear harrow 3 Central roller wheel hydraulic...

Page 104: ...35 190 230 M 14x1 5 22 150 210 250 M 16 210 300 355 M 16x1 5 24 225 315 380 M 18 290 405 485 M 18x1 5 27 325 460 550 M 20 410 580 690 M 20x1 5 30 460 640 770 M 22 550 780 930 M 22x1 5 32 610 860 1050...

Page 105: ...Notice Centaur BAG 0070 1 12 08 105...

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