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USE AND MAINTENANCE

cod. G19503220

ENGLISH

1.2 DESCRIPTION OF THE SEEDER

This farming implement, can only be operated by a farming tractor
equipped with alifting unit and universal three-point hitch.
The seeder is suitable for stand-alone use on tilled soil, or combined
with equipment for the soil tilling.

It is suitable for sowing cereal:

wheat, barley, rye, oats, rice.

For small and forage seeds:

rape, clover, alfalfa, rye-grass.

For coarse seeds:

soya, peas.

The seeds are put in the ground using furrow openers and are
distributed continuously in each row by a toothed roller.
The quantities to be distributed are regulated through a cam-
operated (gearbox) variable-speed unit whose motion is given by
the driving wheels through their adherence to the ground.
The arms of the furrow openers, independently of each other, are
fl exible so that they can adapt to different types of ground.

ATTENTION

The seeder is suitable only for the uses indicated. The recom-
mended working speed is 8÷10 km/h. The planting unit must
only be transported by road with the tanks and hoppers empty
and at max speed of 25 km/h. Any other use different from
that described in these instructions could cause damage to
the machine and represent a serious hazard for the user. The
machine must be operated by qualifi ed operators of the Cu-
stomer. The operator must wear suitable personal protection
equipment (safety footwear, overalls and gloves, etc.).

This

machine has been intended for professional use: it must be
operated exclusively by preliminarily educated, trained and
authorised operators who hold a regular driving license.

Operating instructions

• The machine was manufactured for dosing and distributing com-

mercial seeds of standard quality.

• It must be fi tted with a soil tilling equipment (rotating harrow),

connected to the three-point hook-up of a tractor and operated
by an operator.

• The machine is intended for professional users: operation must

be allowed to skilled operators only.

• The machine must be operated by one operator only.
• The machine is not intended for purposes other than farming

applications.

Conforming machine operation also includes:
• compliance with all the instructions provided in this manual;
• performance of inspection and maintenance operations described

in this manual;

• exclusive use of genuine GASPARDO spare parts.

The machine can to sow on a gradient up to 10%.

Max. 10%

The machine’s correct operation is not guaranteed if having to plant
on a slope that is more than 10% steep.

We recommend doing the following:
•  reduce advancement speed;
•  frequently check that pipes are not clogged by seeds;
•  check the amount of used seeds per planted Ha, corresponds to

that set;

• do not, in any case, work on slopes that jeopardise the machine’s

stability.

Additional checks before operation

Below is a list of additional checks required before operating the
machine:
• ensure that there are no remarkably big stones or rocks (diameter

superior to 8 to 12 cm) on the soil;

• ensure that there are no protruding sections of trees (over 10

cm) having a diameter superior to 8 to 12 cm on the soil;

• ensure that there are no metal elements of any type whatsoever,

but especially nets, cables, wire ropes, chains, pipes, etc. on the
soil.

Regular operation depends on the correct use and adequate
maintenance of the equipment. It is advisable therefore to observe
scrupulously what is described in order to prevent any inconve-
niences that could prejudicate proper operation and duration. It is
just as important to keep to what is described in this booklet since

the Manufacturer declines all responsibility due to negligence
and non-observance of these rules

At any rate the Manufacturer is available to assure immediate and
accurate technical assistance and all that may be necessary for
the improved operation and better performance of the equipment.

The machine user shall be liable for damage caused by non-
compliance with the instructions hereby.