AGCO Glencoe CM41, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...Glencoe CM41 CULTIMULCHER 18 Non Folding Models OPERATOR S MANUAL Form No 1PD786798 July 1998 ...

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Page 3: ...TOR REQUIREMENTS 9 FIELD OPERATION AND TILLAGE OBJECTIVES 10 PROCEDURE FOR HITCHING AND UNHITCHING 11 HITCH ADJUSTMENTS 12 AUTOMATIC TRANSPORT LOCK 12 ROLLERS 13 SCRAPERS 13 SPRING TINES 14 MAINTENANCE SERVICE ROLLERS 17 LUBRICATION 17 TRANSPORT STORAGE PROCEDURE FOR TRANSPORTING AND STORAGE 18 ASSEMBLY MAIN FRAME ASSEMBLY 20 TOOTHBARS 21 TRANSPORT LEVELER 22 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 23 LIGHT KIT ASSEMB...

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Page 5: ...e various component parts of the machine as well as the service and safe operation which is vital to long life and optimum performance Read this manual completely before you begin operating your CM41 Cultimulcher The terms right and left front and rear refer to the machine by facing in the direction of forward travel 1 GNC0039 ...

Page 6: ...e registration form and keep your copy Know Your Equipment Before operating the implement read the operator s manual to become completely familiar with the machine before using it Left and Right Hand Sides of Machine Stand behind the machine and face in the direction of forward travel to determine left hand LH and right hand RH sides of the machine Serial Number The serial number plate is located ...

Page 7: ... with 17 Crowfoot Rollers Front 17 Smooth Rollers Rear 18 2 18 7 35C 47R 6 970 Machine with 17 Crowfoot Rollers Front and Rear 18 2 18 7 70 6 638 Machine with 20 Crowfoot Rollers Front 19 Smooth Rollers Rear 18 2 18 7 35C 47R 7 270 Machine with 20 Crowfoot Rollers Front and Rear 18 2 18 7 70 6 838 Options Looped C Tines or Danish Vibrating Tines with 2 1 2 shovels Front Scraper Kit Land Leveler Ki...

Page 8: ...stalled to alert operators to hazards in specific machine areas The decals are for personal safety READ AND UNDERSTAND THE DECALS Keep decals clean by wiping off regularly Use a cleaning solution if necessary Replace missing damaged or painted over decals 4 ...

Page 9: ...tion Always shut off tractor shift to Park position or shift to neutral and set brakes before dismounting tractor or working around the machine Remove tractor start key when tractor and machine will be unattended Periodically inspect all moving parts for wear and replace with only authorized service parts if any excessive wear is present If safety decals are missing illegible or damaged they shoul...

Page 10: ... operators with the machine controls and operation before using the machine DURING OPERATION Do not allow others to be careless near this equipment Keep hands and clothing clear of moving parts Do not clean or lubricate or adjust your equipment while it is running When halting operation even periodically set the tractor brakes disengage the PTO shut off the engine and remove the ignition key Pick ...

Page 11: ... safe and courteous operator Always yield to oncoming traffic in all situations including narrow bridges intersections etc Be observant of bridge load ratings Do not cross bridges rated lower than the gross weight at which you are operating Watch for obstructions overhead and to the side while transporting PERFORMING MAINTENANCE Good maintenance is your responsibility A poorly maintained machine i...

Page 12: ...s will ruin the sealing surfaces and will require the replacement of the damaged parts Do not use any teflon tape or thread sealant on any JIC fittings or in o ring port cylinders Proper initial tightening procedure depends on the mating parts being connected Proceed as follows An adapter fitting 37 flare connected to a double flare tube assembly requires that the fitting be tightened finger tight...

Page 13: ...the machine a once over for any loose hardware 7 Check the transport wheel tire pressures Pressure must be equal in all tires 8 Check hydraulic connections TRACTOR REQUIREMENTS On average flat ground conditions a minimum of five drawbar horsepower per foot of width will be required to pull the mulcher This requirement will vary depending on types of soil soil conditions operating depth of the teet...

Page 14: ...ns or when mud clings to all of the rollers at one time The soil will be adversely affected and scraper life will decrease TILLAGE OBJECTIVES The CM41 Cultimulcher is utilized to achieve the following To mix the soil To eliminate air pockets To destroy small weeds To level the seedbed To raise moisture to the upper soil level for consistent seed germination To roll a small soil particle bed for ma...

Page 15: ... to the drawbar height 2 Set the tractor brakes and turn the tractor engine off 3 Install an agricultural hitch pin with a locking device The hitch pin must be rated for the size tractor pulling the implement Secure the locking device Place tongue jack in transport position 4 Connect the hydraulic lines to the tractor PROCEDURE FOR UNHITCHING 1 Locate the mulcher and tractor on a level surface 2 L...

Page 16: ...od located in the rear of the center frame section It can be located in two positions work and transport When the control rod is pushed rearward the cylinder can be cycled without the transport ear coming in contact with the lock link When the rod is pulled forward during the next extension cycle of the cylinder the top pin in the lock link will drop into the recess in the transport cylinder ear p...

Page 17: ...nitial adjustments have been made inspect the packer routinely and adjust rollers when necessary SCRAPERS The scrapers should be centered between the fins of the rollers to prevent excessive wear For most field conditions the scrapers should be adjusted so there is 1 8 to 3 16 clearance between the rollers and the scrapers There is approximately 1 of vertical adjustment As the scrapers wear it wil...

Page 18: ...CEMENT Check that the tine bar retainers are in the proper locations For 17 rollers the retainers are in the upper holes of the hanger brackets For 19 rollers the retainers are in the center holes of the hanger brackets For 20 rollers the retainers are in the lower holes of the hanger brackets The short end of the retainer points inward on the rear tine bar and on the outrigger positions on the fr...

Page 19: ... the spring tines at full depth over shallow topsoils with abrasive subsoils wears the tines severely while making no soil improvement The looped C tine in particular runs more deeply in the soil than the ordinary clock spring type C tine The looped C tine tends to hold a uniform depth resulting in consistent tillage while running at less than full depth position A cylinder stop or stroke control ...

Page 20: ...ction brings moisture to the surface A spade end point is featured on the looped C Tine A bolt on reversible 2 shovel is used after the spade point is worn They are available from your Glencoe dealer Glencoe S Tine The Glencoe S Tine is designed to produce a vibrating stirring action at 4 to 5 deep These tines have a cultivating action and are particularly effective for medium to moist soil condit...

Page 21: ...attach the bearing standards The bearing lock collars must also be loosened Bump the standard and the u bolt toward the center of the machine until the rollers touch each other Retighten the bearing lock collars Retighten the u bolts to at least 150 foot pounds of torque Be careful not to put an end thrust or side load on the bearings This adjustment will need to be made twice during the first 200...

Page 22: ...e a safe and courteous operator PROCEDURE FOR TRANSPORTING 1 Be sure that the cultimulcher is properly hitched to the tractor 2 Utilize transport chains The transport chain should be adjusted so that the tongue of the towed machine will not touch the ground in case of loss of the hitch pin 3 Secure the tractor drawbar so that it will not swing during transport 4 Use a SMV Slow Moving Vehicle emble...

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Page 24: ... frame to the gang assembly Center the roller gang on the framework and install with 7 8 u bolts lockwashers and nuts Important When installing roller gangs on the mulcher frame be sure the grease fittings point to the rear of the machine This will insure that the bearing lock collars will function properly and not loosen during field operation Raise the rear roller gang assembly up under frame pl...

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Page 28: ...s 17 rollers or 17 crowfoot rollers the retainers should be mounted in upper set holes Use middle set holes when using 19 rollers Use lower set of holes when using 20 crowfoot rollers Attach the front link to transport lever and transport axle lever with flat washers and cotter pins Mount the rear link assembly to transport lever upper hole and transport axle lever with linkage pins 3 8 x 2 1 2 sp...

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Page 30: ...ear plates and mounting levelers and lock with klip pins Install 1 2 x 5 1 2 bolts through the shear plate assembly Rotate shear pin assembly until bolt rests on top of leveler mount Attach the three springs between anchor mounting assembly and shearpin assemblies on frame Use anchor pins and klip pins to secure By moving anchor mounting assembly on tongue the mount assembly can be adjusted until ...

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Page 32: ...he rear cylinder mount to rear hang tube in line with levers Assemble hydraulic cylinder and hydraulic hoses Run hoses through tongue clamp Install hose clamps by predrilling 13 64 hoses in frame tube and fasten with self tapping screws Locate clamps to secure hoses and to keep away from moving parts Warning Do not attach rod end of the cylinder until the cylinder has been cycled and purged of air...

Page 33: ...en connect the rod to the machine SCRAPERS OPTIONAL Refer to Figure 6 Attach scraper bar support to the roller gang hanger s upper set of holes Support must be mounted to rear Install in upper set of holes in scraper bar support for 17 rollers Install in lower set holes for 19 rollers Distance between scraper bar supports should be evenly spaced as possible Assemble the scraper bar to bar supports...

Page 34: ...r set of holes as shown Mount the inside mounting plates to upper set of holes in hanger plates in middle spaced evenly as possible Install the adjustable brackets 3 right and 2 left to mounting angles and plate Set the adjustable brackets in set of holes desired Mount the land level angle to the adjustable brackets 30 ...

Page 35: ...ASSEMBLY WEED WIPER OPTIONAL Refer to Figures 8 and 9 ...

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Page 37: ...es are not kinked or stretched and do not rub against sharp edges Check for proper clearance when the machine is in the raised and lowered positions Route harness along the tongue towards the tractor Allow adequate harness length to connect to the tractor Final harness length adjustments can be made prior to operation Be sure all lights work properly TRANSPORT CHAIN Attach the transport chain to t...

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Page 39: ...s from area before operating the machine q Check for loose or missing parts and hardware q Lubricate the machine q Check bearing lock collars for tightness q Be sure all tires are properly inflated q Be sure highway transport chain transport lights and SMV are properly installed q Check all hydraulic hoses fittings and cylinders for leaks or damage Be sure quick couplers operate properly q Check t...

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