UNIA USF 1600, Manual

Page 1: ...Pneumatic seeder on tractor front suspension USF 1600 ...

Page 2: ... MANUAL Machine identification data Type Manufacture date Serial No This User Manual is an integral part of the machine The Manual should always be available for the user of the machine The machine owner should make the Manual available to the machine operators and people involved in its operation adjustment repairs and overhauls ...

Page 3: ...ch sowing is carried out Therefore we cannot guarantee that the seed with the same name variety and even the same producer has the same spreading characteristics as the one included in the sowing chart The given machine settings and sowing rates are indicative and are used to pre set the machine for calibration In this case the manufacturer s liability for damage caused as a result of incorrect so...

Page 4: ...skin additional protection against adverse weather conditions etc The user undertakes to ensure that all warning signs on the machine are kept legible Complete replace any damaged or missing warning signs All persons employed at work with on the machine shall undertake the following before commencing work to comply with applicable labour safety and accident prevention regulations to read the chapt...

Page 5: ... Blower 13 4 3 Operation and Setting of Metering Units 15 4 3 1 Calibration Test Dose Setting on the USF 1600 Seeder 15 4 3 2 Checks during Sowing 17 4 3 Adjustment of Seed Amount 17 4 3 4 Operation of the Seed Dispenser 18 4 4 Filling and Emptying the Seed Box and Dispenser 19 4 5 Operation of Electrically Driven Seeder 21 4 5 1 DRILL CONTROL Electronic System 21 5 Daily Maintenance 27 5 1 Mainte...

Page 6: ...ghting system bracket for attaching the slow moving vehicle sign and the User Manual The User Manual constitute the basic equipment of the machine 1 SAFETY AT WORK 1 Do not allow unauthorized people children who are not familiar with its intended use and operation to operate the machine 2 The seeder may only be operated by an operator who has read this User Manual 3 Working without the guards and ...

Page 7: ...n connecting and disconnecting to from the tractor Do not stand between the tractor and the machine or behind the machine during connecting and when the machine is not secured against rolling away with securing wedges or with the parking brake At the moment of start up it is prohibited to stay within the machine s reach Connecting the seeder to the tractor a Connect the machine with the tractor to...

Page 8: ... g Check the operation of individual mechanisms and drive systems h Check the operation of the electrical installation and air system 4 NOISE AND VIBRATIONS Sound pressure level is 77dB A measured at the operator s ear level during operation with the tractor cab closed During operation of the unit the operator should be in the cab of an agricultural tractor or wear hearing protection When working ...

Page 9: ... the machine components until all of its assemblies completely stop B 2 12 Do not reach or enter the machine container until the engine is in motion C 2 20 Do not open or remove the safety guards until the engine is in motion C 2 11 Danger of catching on the PTO shaft Keep away from moving parts ...

Page 10: ...y intended for generally accepted use i e for sowing seeds and spreading fertilizers as indicated in the User Manual see sowing chart In the case of sowing seeds other than those indicated in the instructions contact the manufacturer in order to determine if the machine can be used for this purpose The usage other than in compliance with the above mentioned method is treated as incompatible with t...

Page 11: ...o late when the machine is working Before each start up check that nobody stays in the vicinity especially children Ensure proper visibility e g use the assistance of a pilot when reversing The user s clothing should be close fitting Avoid loose clothing Keep the machine clean in order to avoid a fire hazard Coupling the machine is only possible with the engine stationary and the key removed from ...

Page 12: ...wing chart 2 TECHNICAL DATA Tank volume 1600dm3 Working width 3m Distribution heads 2x 4 outputs or 2x6 outputs or 2x8 outputs Dispenser Plastic Dispenser drive Mechanical or electrical Turbine drive Hydraulic Dispenser output max 90mm dia 900 kg h No of dispensers 2 Possibility of sowing two doses YES USF 1600 seeder weight can be different depending on equipment 820Kg ...

Page 13: ...ION AND OPERATION 3 1 Main Assemblies of the Seeder The seeder consists of the following assemblies see Fig 1 below Fig 1 1 Frame assy 2 box assy 3 seeder drive 4 drive of sowing unit 5 air transport assy 6 lighting assy 7 platform 8 manifold ...

Page 14: ...rs to the soil The turbine is used to create pressure in the seed transport system necessary for transporting the seeds to the manifold and coulters 4 USING THE MACHINE 4 1 Loading and Unloading CAUTION The seed box of the seeder must not be filled if the unit is not coupled to the tractor Loading of the unit should take place by means of a crane loader or conveyor The seeds must be evenly distrib...

Page 15: ...dth 3m 4m 6m Fine seeds 3 4 kPa 4 5 kPa 4 5 kPa Coarse seeds 4 kPa 5 5 kPa 6 kPa In order to change the speed of the turbine use the hydraulic controller see Fig 2 Use the knob to set the delivery Ensure that the turbine speed setting is approx 50 start the hydraulic distributor of the tractor in the position of continuous opening The turbine must rotate Otherwise check the hydraulic system and en...

Page 16: ... allows you to reduce its speed by half 4 3 1 Calibration Test Dose Setting on the USF 1600 Seeder Some seed preparations can disturb the seed outflow very much and thus the proper operation of the distributor In order to obtain the exact sowing rate you have to carry out static calibration tests seeding rate tests After performing the necessary settings see sowing chart 1 Depending on the type of...

Page 17: ...of the seeds into the electronic console 8 Repeat this step 3 times to get a precise calibration In the version with a mechanical drive from the star wheel the calibration test should be carried out with the help of the drive wheel At a working width of 3 m the wheel performs 1360 revolutions per hectare During the test we make the rotation of the wheel per 1 are of the sown dose that is 13 6 revo...

Page 18: ...n seed use the sowing chart and carry out the calibration test then CAUTION 1 Seeds for the seed container should be poured when the metering roller is completely closed recommended or at the roller setting by at least 15 less than indicated in the sowing chart 2 With the seed container is filled and after each seeding test you can reduce the sown seed quantity by no more than one turn of the adju...

Page 19: ...s installation and use especially its part where the purchased part will be installed Proper and efficient maintenance will extend the lifetime of the dispenser and it may be carried out by a person who has been trained to operate and maintain the unit Each dispenser has a logo and serial number five digits stamped on its housing The allowed speed of the dispenser shaft is nmax 120 RPM NOTE 1 It i...

Page 20: ...nt of the roller clean the nut on the trapezoidal screw is too tight loosen it 2 Dosed amount other than set the machine sows more seeds worn components sickle rim roll dividers or rubber blade the machine sows less seeds seeds do not reach the dispenser find the cause it sows less by 50 extended and meshed small gear 3 Losing seeds from the dispenser worn parts of the dispenser housing shell sick...

Page 21: ...ee Fig 9 below There is a dump 3 for partial pouring off of seeds installed which can be opened by turning the lock 2 A portion of the seeds will remain at the bottom of the dispenser when using the dump 3 Pour the seeds into a container or onto sheet placed under It is not possible to empty the seed box only through the dispenser CAUTION In the final stage of emptying the dispenser manually remov...

Page 22: ...r dispenser is provided by an electric motor and operated via an electronic console Activation of the electronic console a Mount the operating console in the tractor cab b Connect the seeder cable to the operating console c Turn on the operating console Start screen Always switch off the electronic console first and then disconnect the power plug ...

Page 23: ...of seeds or granulated fertilizer per each rotation of the metering roller of the seeder 1 In the main menu press the buttons Settings Dispenser menu is displayed 2 If you use multiple dispensers select the one you want to configure You can find the selected dispenser by the number displayed at the top of the menu 3 Configure the parameters Procedure driving during technological paths operation So...

Page 24: ... calibration test is to be carried out e g or Calibration test menu is displayed 6 Enter the speed at which sowing will take place in the box under Correct speed 7 Fill the dispensing units with seeds The metering units rotate for a few seconds 8 Start the calibration test 9 Start the calibration test on the seeder 10 Wait until the desired amount of seeds or fertilizer is obtained 11 Stop the cal...

Page 25: ...yed in the main menu 2 Do not start sowing if this icon is hidden d Start sowing The seeder is going The seeder is lowered The dispenser groove units are filled with seeds The turbine reaches its minimum speed 1 Start sowing e Stop sowing 1 Stop the seeder The message Work interrupted is displayed in the main menu The dosing control is stopped f Changing the target sowing rate during operation You...

Page 26: ...he speed sensor is calibrated using the 100 meter travel method the number of pulses that the sensor receives on the 100 meter section should be determined When this number of pulses is known the calculator can calculate the actual speed After the first calibration you can manually enter the number of pulses as the value of the Calibration factor parameter 1 Drive with the machine onto the field 2...

Page 27: ...G Risk of injury when the machine is in motion When this function is active the operator can activate the functions when the seeder is stopped although these functions can only be activated when the machine is driving People in the vicinity are therefore at risk of injury Ensure that nobody is near the machine 1 In the main menu press The Settings Speed menu is displayed 2 Select the value Simulat...

Page 28: ...number of factors They are affected for example by different working conditions weather conditions driving and operating speeds formation of dust soil type etc the quality of the lubricants and preservatives used which determine the length of time to carry out the next maintenance work The indicated review intervals can therefore only serve as reference points When we go away of the normal conditi...

Page 29: ...ly with warm water and soap Do not clean the skin with petrol or diesel fuel or with other detergents The oil is poisonous If you have swallowed oil consult a physician immediately Keep lubricants out of the reach of children Never store lubricants in open containers or in containers without a description Avoid skin contact with clothes that are soaked or stained with oil When the clothing is dirt...

Page 30: ...ears including the storage time of the machine for a maximum of two years Even in the case of proper storage and observance of the instructions for use hoses hydraulic hoses and connections are getting old which is completely normal hence the limitation of their storage and working time However the time of use may depend on empirical factors in particular taking into account the potential risks Wi...

Page 31: ...ic hoses they must be mounted in such a way that in each operating condition They were not exposed to stretching other than that exerted by their own weight They were not subject to crushing on short sections They were not exposed to external mechanical influences The friction of the hoses against the machine components or between them was avoided for this purpose they should be correctly position...

Page 32: ...tection is obliged to conduct proper waste management agreed with the relevant local self government authorities As part of these activities at the time of replacement and scrapping of parts and assemblies or liquidation of the entire device the user should parts that are still suitable for further use can be preserved and stored in the warehouse the scrap metal parts must be handed over to the sc...

Page 33: ...a specialist for help The manufacturer s liability shall not cover improper or departing from expected work results In any case the user must control and supervise the cultivation and sowing to ensure that the sown dose is correct under all operating conditions The user should also constantly check the correctness of sowing The owner is responsible for the operation and maintenance of the machine ...

Page 34: ...TENT OF THIS MANUAL IS NOT FOLLOWED 2 ANY TECHNICAL MODIFICATIONS AND REPAIRS HAVE BEEN MADE WITHOUT THE CONSENT OF THE MANUFACTURER 3 THE MACHINE OR ITS ACCESSORIES HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY STORED MAINTAINED AND USED 4 THE WARRANTY CARD IS NOT BE FILLED BY THE VENDOR OR IT IS INCOMPLETE The warranty does not cover wear and tear parts that have worn out due to normal use Rubber and plastic components ...

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