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Pronto Planting System

Issued April 2017

Owner’s Manual

Serial Numbers:
40 DC SN 140040017001 – 17xxx

40 DC

Summary of Contents for Pronto 40 DC

Page 1: ...Pronto Planting System Issued April 2017 Owner s Manual Serial Numbers 40 DC SN 140040017001 17xxx 40 DC...

Page 2: ...2 Pronto 40 DC Owner s Manual Ver 1 0 04 2017 www horsch com...

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Page 4: ...22 Authorized Operators 22 Machine Installation to Service 22 Notes 24 Section 2 Safety 25 Information Regarding Safety 26 Understand Safety Symbols 26 Safety Symbols on the Machine 26 Safety Symbols...

Page 5: ...g the Hydraulic System 45 Notes 46 Section 5 Operation 47 Hitching up the Machine 48 Hitching up 48 Unfold Fold Machine 50 Folding 50 Unfolding 51 Parking the Machine 51 Cultivation Tools Disc System...

Page 6: ...Fan 62 Pneumatic System 62 Metering Unit 62 Notes 64 Section 6 Maintenance Service 65 Maintenance Schedule 66 Lubrication Chart 67 Lubrication Points 68 Service Information 69 Metric Bolt Screw Torque...

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Page 9: ...Pronto 40 DC Owner s Manual Ver 1 0 04 2017 9 www horsch com Section 1 General Information...

Page 10: ...no longer own it Right hand and left hand are determined by facing the direction of forward travel respectively HORSCH reserves the right to alter illustrations as well as technical data and weights...

Page 11: ...have been completed correctly and submitted no later than four weeks after the damage occurred No warranty claims will be accepted to machines under the warranty waiver start date except any related T...

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Page 13: ..._______________________ Name of the Service Technician Dealer representative Dealer Customer Name ______________________________ Name _______________________________________ Address __________________...

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Page 15: ...______________________ Name of the Service Technician Dealer representative Dealer Customer Name ______________________________ Name _______________________________________ Address ___________________...

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Page 17: ...______________________ Name of the Service Technician Dealer representative Dealer Customer Name ______________________________ Name _______________________________________ Address ___________________...

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Page 19: ...of all safety precautions that must be observed when transporting the machine in field and on public roads When the machine is transported on a road or highway at night or during the day accessory lig...

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Page 21: ...Number Tag reference picture below on the machine with the above mentioned information It is located on the main frame cross member tube directly behind the front hitch just off center towards the le...

Page 22: ...rry out any operations which may affect the safe use of the machine Authorized Operators Only those persons who have been authorized and instructed by the operator may operate the Machine Operators mu...

Page 23: ...llation should also be followed if the machine has not been used stored for a longer period of time Dismantle the removable parts supplied with the machine Check all important screw connections Grease...

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Page 25: ...Pronto 40 DC Owner s Manual Ver 1 0 04 2017 25 www horsch com Section 2 Safety...

Page 26: ...sure new equipment components and repair parts include the current safety decals Understand Safety Symbols Safety Symbols on the Machine Read and adhere to the operating instructions before starting u...

Page 27: ...completed and returned to HORSCH Do not make field adjustments while machine is in motion Do not enter seed tank of cart unless another person is present and hydraulic hoses are disconnected from tra...

Page 28: ...hoses or seeding tool boots while fan is running Use a Signal Person Use a signal person to direct movement of the tractor seed cart seeding tool combination whenever the tractor operator s view is o...

Page 29: ...tention of the operator Do not wear radio or music headphones while operating machine This can impair the hearing of the operator and distract them from their surroundings which could lead to an accid...

Page 30: ...separate from the drawbar A safety chain of the proper strength rating is provided with the machine as standard equipment Using the appropriate adapter parts attach the chain to the tractor drawbar su...

Page 31: ...able and safe speed Never exceed 20 mph The whole machine is to be cleaned of soil that has been collected before travel on public roads Passengers are strictly forbidden to ride on the machine Never...

Page 32: ...roads Frequently check for traffic from the rear especially in turns and use turn signal lights Use headlights flashing warning lights and turn signals day and night Follow local regulations for equi...

Page 33: ...der is in its transportation position Changing Implements Secure the machine against unintended and accidental rolling Secure lifted frame parts under which you will be working with suitable supports...

Page 34: ...eed normal operating conditions Be aware of overhead power lines to avoid risk of serious damage and or personal injury Be aware of ditches or rocks to avoid tipping hazards of equipment All bystander...

Page 35: ...skin contact wash off the oil with soap and water Oil Spills Use either sand or a suitable granular absorbent to soak up any spilled oil Dispose of the oil contamination absorbent in the proper manne...

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Page 37: ...Pronto 40 DC Owner s Manual Ver 1 0 04 2017 37 www horsch com Section 3 Specifications...

Page 38: ...26 ft Weight lbs 38 000 Standard Design Number of Openers 64 Opener Spacing in 7 38 in Opener Pressure lbs 5 265 lbs Seed Openers Press Wheels in 13 38 in 12 60 in Power Demand Power Demand HP 450 600...

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Page 41: ...Pronto 40 DC Owner s Manual Ver 1 0 04 2017 41 www horsch com Section 4 Hydraulics...

Page 42: ...42 Pronto 40 DC Owner s Manual Ver 1 0 04 2017 www horsch com Connecting Hydraulics to Tractor...

Page 43: ...aulics Disc System Opener Circuit 1 Hydraulic coupling 2 Hydraulic valve block 3 Shut off valve 4 Hydraulic cylinder Lift Disc System 5 Hydraulic cylinder Lift Opener Circuit 6 Hydraulic pressure gaug...

Page 44: ...h com Wing Fold Circuit 1 Hydraulic coupling 2 Hydraulic valve block 3 Shut off valve 4 Hydraulic cylinder Lift Disc System 5 Hydraulic cylinder Lift Opener Circuit 6 Hydraulic pressure gauge 7 Hydrau...

Page 45: ...ssurized on machine and implement side The hydraulic system is under high pressure Hydraulic oil escaping under pressure can penetrate the skin and cause serious injuries In the case of injury consult...

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Page 47: ...Pronto 40 DC Owner s Manual Ver 1 0 04 2017 47 www horsch com Section 5 Operation...

Page 48: ...be hitched to the tractor Then couple the seed wagon to the drill with the assistance of an additional person Hitching up drill to rear of seed wagon Remove the jack stand and secure it into the trans...

Page 49: ...dia in the hydraulic system and cause electrical interruption or loss of power in signal wires The connectors therefore become worn and this results in malfunctions and failures in the connected assem...

Page 50: ...n the center main frame Disc System ball valves shown off Fold the machine until it rests on the stops Insert the safety wing lock pins on the front stops Fill the hydraulic cylinders for the cultivat...

Page 51: ...ifolds hopper bins metering units or in the seed pipes The Pronto 40 DC can thus be parked in unfolded or folded condition See instructions above in this section for Fold Unfold operation SAFETY WARNI...

Page 52: ...e hydraulic cylinders by adding or removing aluminum clips The discs are always raised when the machine is lifted out of work When lowering the cylinders rest against the aluminum clips Hydraulic cyli...

Page 53: ...ing and the machine is then parked over a longer period of time This can cause corrosion and both mechanical seal rings may stick together The mechanical seal rings will then rotate around the O ring...

Page 54: ...tension The twin disc opener discs cuts the seedbed and exposes the seed horizon The seed is placed between the discs and gently pressed down by the attached seed firmers A scraper keeps the space bet...

Page 55: ...f necessary insert another washer or replace the scraper SAFETY WARNING Keep the rubber buffers free of oil Oils and grease can harm the rubber and thus adversely affect the function Seed Firmer The s...

Page 56: ...d bed to help moisture penetration and germinate the seed Maintenance Check the coulter arm bearing rubber replace if rubber is worn or in the case of weakening tensioning force Check the condition an...

Page 57: ...slightest leaks and air losses will cause uneven distribution Distributor for seed and fertilizer The motorized valves for the tram line control if equipped and the sensors for seed flow monitoring ar...

Page 58: ...oses to be closed for tram lines are monitored with sensors the numbers of these sensors must be entered into the DrillManager or other product control software These sensors are then excluded from mo...

Page 59: ...t be added on all cylinders Opener Disc Pressure The harder the soil and the deeper the seed is to be placed the higher the required pressure The seed openers are pressed down when lowering The depth...

Page 60: ...pener disc pressure adjustment back to a low pressure Insert the same quantity and color combination of aluminum clips on the hydraulic cylinders Lower the machine in operating position on the aluminu...

Page 61: ...drill can be parked together with the seed wagon or separately It is recommended the drill and seed wagon be parked in a shed or under a roof so that no moisture can accumulate in the manifolds hoppe...

Page 62: ...iciently sprayed with corrosion protection oil at the end and the start of the season Do the opener discs have sufficient pretension and do they all rotate freely Are the scrapers still in good condit...

Page 63: ...outlet been closed firmly and leak free Is seed coming out of all coulters Are bridges forming in the hopper particularly with husky seed Is especially in the case of small seed the correct seed quan...

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Page 65: ...Pronto 40 DC Owner s Manual Ver 1 0 04 2017 65 www horsch com Section 6 Maintenance Service...

Page 66: ...ollers Check condition setting and state of wear prior to use PE marker Check for condition tight seat function smooth prior to use Harrow Check for condition tightness setting and state of prior to u...

Page 67: ...Chart Overview of Lubrication points on the Pronto 40 DC Lubrication point Number Interval Hitch Pins 2 daily Wing frame bolts 6 50 hours Packer shaft bearings 14 daily Coulter pressure adjustment scr...

Page 68: ...68 Pronto 40 DC Owner s Manual Ver 1 0 04 2017 www horsch com Lubrication Points Hinge bearing on tandem wheels Packer shaft bearing Wing frame bolt Drawbar and center packer Support Screw adjustment...

Page 69: ...0 90 165 130 190 150 105 16 2 00 85 65 104 78 160 120 230 175 270 200 16 1 50 90 73 110 85 170 145 250 200 300 240 160 18 2 50 116 87 145 110 225 170 320 240 375 280 18 1 50 130 100 165 125 255 195 36...

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Page 71: ...tener threads are clean and that you properly start thread engagement This will prevent them from failing and cross threading when tightening Tighten plastic inserts or crimped steel type lock nuts to...

Page 72: ...d outside with the cylinder rods extended the rods are exposed to weathering Eventually the rods will begin to show specks of rust that develop into pits Once rusting and pitting occur the rod will de...

Page 73: ...es of the chrome shaft Depending on the type of PRP used it can be applied directly to the shaft either by spray or rubbed on to the surface Inspect the shaft surface after 5 month and apply additiona...

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Page 75: ...L Lubrication 67 M Machine Registration 10 Maintenance 66 manifolds 57 Metric Conversions 71 O Opener Disc Pressure 59 Opener discs 54 P Parking the Machine 5 6 51 61 Power Demand 38 Press Wheels 55 P...

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