When The Machine Is New; At The Beginning Of The Seeding Season; Every 8 Hours Of Operation; Every Fi Fty Hours Of Operation - GASPARDO MTE Empleo Y Mantenimiento

5.0.1 WHEN THE MACHINE IS NEW

- After the fi rst eight hours of operation, check that all the bolts are
still tight.

5.0.2 AT THE BEGINNING OF THE SEEDING SEASON

- Check the pressure of the tyres (see technical data table).
- Check the tensioning and the state of wear of the drive chains.
- Check the fi xing and the state of wear of all the suction tubes and
the delivery tubes for fertilizer and other chemical products.
- Run the seeding machine loadless, the airfl ow clears the pipes
of condensation and removes any impurities.
5.0.3 EVERY EIGHT HOURS OF OPERATION
- Grease the universal joint spiders.
- Grease the pin of the seeding depth control wheels (1, Fig.
53).
- Check the tensioning of the aspirator belt.
5.0.4 EVERY FIFTY HOURS OF OPERATION
- Inspect the condition of the seed plates; if any of the pegs are
missing or bent, replace the plate with an original spare; if there
are circular scratches on the plates they must not exceed 1/3 of
the disc thickness.
- Clean the seed distributor carefully and thoroughly; replace the
cover seal if necessary.
- Lubricate the transmission chains.
- Lubricate the power take-off regularly, according to the instruc-
tions of the manufacturer.
- Check the tightness of all the screws.

5.0.5 EVERY SIX MONTHS

- Oil the height adjuster screw the depht wheels (2, Fig. 53).
- Grease the self-aligning bearings of the drive wheels.
- Grease the bevel gear pair of the Cardan shaft (3, Fig. 53).

5.0.6 PERIODICALLY

- Check the pressure of the seed drill tyres (see «1.3 Technical
Data»).
5.0.7 EVERY FIVE YEARS
- To replace all the tubes of the hydraulic systems.

5.0.8 REST PERIODS

At the end of the season, or if a long period of rest is foreseen it
is advisable to:
- Wash the equipment thoroughly with water, especially the che-
mical substance hoppers, then dry them.
- Carefully check for worn or damaged parts and replace then
where required.
- Adjust the belt of the diffusion air pump and and replace it if
necessary.
- Firmly tighten all screws and bolts.
- Oil all the drive chains and apply lubricant to all unpainted
parts.
- Protect the equipment with a (nylon) cover.
- Then position it stably in a dry place out of the reach of unautho-
rized people.
It is in the interests of the user to follow these instructions carefully,
as when work recommences, he will fi nd the equipment in perfect
condition.
5.0.9 RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS
- For lubrication in general, we advise: OLIO AGIP BLASIA 460
SAE 85W/140 or equivalent, for specifi cation see last cover
page.
- For all greasing point we advise: GRASSO AGIP GR MU EP 2
or equivalent, for specifi cation see last cover page.
cod. G19503270
USE AND MAINTENANCE

6.0 DEMOLITION AND DISPOSAL

This operation is to be carried out by the customer.
Before demolishing the machine, you are advised to carefully check
its physical condition and ascertain whether there are any parts
of the structure that may be susceptible to structural collapse or
breakage during demolition.
The customer should operate in compliance with the environment
protection laws in force in his/her country.
The machine demolition operations should be carried out
by skilled personnel only, equipped with suitable protective
clothing (safety footwear and gloves) and auxiliary tools and
equipment.
All the disassembly operations for demolition should be
carried out with the machine stopped and detached from the
tractor.
Before demolishing the machine, you are advised to render harm-
less all the parts that may be a source of danger and therefore:
- scrap the structure using specialized fi rms,
- remove any electrical apparatus according to the laws in force,
- collect oils and greases separately, to be disposed of through
specialized fi rms, in accordance with the regulations of the
country in which the machine was used.
When the machine is demolished the CE mark should be destroyed
together with this manual.
Last but not least, we remind you that the Manufacturer is
always available for any and all necessary assistance and
spares.
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