Alpego CAYMAN CA Series, Use And Maintenance Manual

Page 1: ...MULCH CULTIVATOR Codice Q00A00155 0 GB USE AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL Da matr 36096 A matr INSTRUCTIONS TRANSLATED FROM THE ORIGINAL CAYMAN CB CC CAYMAN CA ...

Page 2: ...llo declare in sole responsability that the product model erklaren in alleineger Verantwortung da das Produkt Typ déclarons sous notre seule responsabilite que le produict modéle declara bajo su propia responsabilidad que la màquina modelo Codice Code TBMQ00006 COLTIVATORE CAYMAN CA 300 TOP MECC Serial 000000000 È Conforme ai requisiti Essenziali di Sicurezza e di Tutela della Salute di cui alla D...

Page 3: ...ny material defect be found in spite of inspection please contact your dealer immediately Please contact us if you need further information or if something needs to be clarified Our aim is to constantly improve the product and keep it top level AS THE TRIANGLE INDICATES DANGER PLEASE BE CAREFUL WHEN IT APPEARS THE TERM MACHINE IS USED TO INDICATE THE COMMERCIAL NAME OF THE PRODUCT TO WHICH THIS MA...

Page 4: ... THE MACHINE 15 4 1 1 LIFTING THE CAYMAN CA 15 4 1 2 LIFTING THE CAYMAN CA 16 4 2 HITCHING OF THE MACHINE 16 4 3 HITCHING OF THE THREE POINT HITCH MOUNTED MACHINE 16 4 4 HITCHING OF THE TRAILED MACHINE 17 4 4 1 HYDRAULIC HITCHING OF THE REAR TRAILER 17 4 5 HYDRAULIC HITCHING OF THE FOLDABLE MACHINE 17 4 6 VERIFICATION OF RAISING ABILITY AND STABILITY OF THE TRACTOR 18 4 6 1 MOUNTED MACHINE 19 4 6 ...

Page 5: ...no riservati È espressamente vietata la ristampa o l uso non autorizzato per iscritto da parte di Alpego spa 5 11 STORAGE 30 6 MAINTENACE 31 6 1 INSPECTIONS AND CHECK UP 31 6 2 REPLACEMENT OF THE WORKING TOOLS 31 6 2 1 PLAN FOR THE ASSEMBLY OF THE CONVEYING TOOLS 32 6 3 LUBRIFICATION 33 6 1 LUBRIFICATION CHART 33 6 2 LUBRICANT TO BE USED 34 7 OPTIONS 34 ...

Page 6: ...anteed In order to follow a policy of constant development and updating the manufacturer can make modifications without forewarning 1 2 DOCUMENTS ACCOMPANYING THE MACHINE The following documents must be supplied with the machine User and maintenance manual EC declaration of conformity Spare parts catalogue 1 3 WARRANTY On arrival of the machine make sure that machine and accessories have not been ...

Page 7: ...nderstand the machine better DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE The Cayman machines CA CB CC stand out because of their versatility since they are ideal for mixing the residue in the top layer of the soil and for its complete interment thanks to the 3 rows of chisels and to its considerable clearence 2 1 DIMENSIONS MODELLO A mm B mm C mm D mm E mm F mm G mm H mm CA 300 2980 1500 2880 3380 700 1200 CA 350 ...

Page 8: ...ERSION KW MIN MAX MM MM MM N N CA 300 CA 300 CA 350 CA 350 Top Mecc Top Spring Top Mecc Top Spring 80 150 95 165 100 150 105 165 3000 3000 3500 3500 2980 2980 3490 3490 300 10 10 12 12 290 290 290 290 1179 1640 1349 1938 CB 400 CB 400 CB 500 CB 500 Top Mecc Top Spring Top Mecc Top Spring 115 180 115 180 180 220 180 220 4000 4000 5000 5000 2520 2520 2520 2520 300 13 13 16 16 310 310 310 310 2170 26...

Page 9: ... 3000 508 CA 300 VR6 350 3500 598 CA 350 FLEX ROLLER FX6 200 550 2000 2000 409 CB CC 400 FX6 250 2500 2500 488 CB CC 500 FX6 300 3000 592 CA 300 FX6 350 3500 669 CA 350 MAIN CHARACTERISTIC OF ALPEGO ROLLER DISC ROLLER DR6 This roller causes soil compaction in stripes it promotes better water absorption and makes it possible for the soil to breath It is ideal for rocky and damp soils with large org...

Page 10: ... the gradient up the slope 20 down the slope 20 Along the contours Direction of travel to left 20 Direction of travel to right 20 The intended use also includes Compliance with all the instructions in this operating manual Execution of inspection and maintenance work Exclusive use of original ALPEGO spare parts Other uses to those specified above are forbidden and shall be considered as improper F...

Page 11: ...raulic lifting device Sit always on the driver s seat and get off the tractor only after the power take off has been disconnected and the parking brake has been activated During the working pauses disconnect the power take off switch off the engine lay the machine on the ground and activate the tractor parking brake Do not work without guards Do not use the machine as a transportation mean for per...

Page 12: ... the following recommendations 1 Comply with the instructions in this manual when you hitch the machine to the tractor 2 The machine must remain blocked and raised from the ground during transport 3 You must take all possible precautions and comply with the pertinent laws in order to safeguard yourselves and others 4 Projecting parts and those beyond the width of the tractor must be fitted with th...

Page 13: ...TIONS D02612 Before using the equipment it is compulsory to read the user and maintenance booklet and the suggestions about safety as well as to observe all the instructions during the use D02627 It Indicates the connection point for the transportation and the sheltering of the machine D02613 It Indicates the shearing period during the working movements of the machine D02609 It indicates the absol...

Page 14: ...ests the insertion of restraining wedges D02616 It indicates the position of a supporting leg which must always be locked while they are not used in order to maintain the stability conditions of the machine D02621 In the closing operations of the folding harrows it indicates the dangerous moving bodies and prohibits to stand within the range of operation of the machine D02622 In the closing operat...

Page 15: ... CA CB CC Old Cod Q00A00155 New Cod MANT2010 00751 R 0 SAFETY RULES 12 Copyright 2009 della Alpego spa Tutti i diritti sono riservati È espressamente vietata la ristampa o l uso non autorizzato per iscritto da parte di Alpego spa ...

Page 16: ... CA CB CC Old Cod Q00A00155 New Cod MANT2010 00751 R 0 SAFETY RULES 13 Copyright 2009 della Alpego spa Tutti i diritti sono riservati È espressamente vietata la ristampa o l uso non autorizzato per iscritto da parte di Alpego spa ...

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Page 18: ...elease the appropriate control This does not apply to equipment movements that are continuous or are automatically locked or necessarily require an open centre or pressure position to operate correctly Before operating the machine for the first time the operator must have read and understood the operating manual Only couple and transport the machine to with a tractor which is suitable for the task...

Page 19: ...llasts on the axle which has become lighter Before coupling or uncoupling the machine from attack three point hitch put in block position the lever of lifter Place the machine on level ground and reverse with the tractor at a minimum distance of 1 m from the machine Switch off the engine activate the parking brake therefore to descend from the tractor and to link the lower connections and the 3 po...

Page 20: ...pes must be kept far from any moving component Every time you use the machine check the pipes and the fixing devices of the pipe fittings for their conditions The repairs must be carried on only by qualified personnel using only ALPEGO original spare parts COMPONENTS A Hydraulic cylinders B Safety valves C Quick coupling joint lifting of the wheels D Quick coupling joint folding of the wheels HYDR...

Page 21: ...valves C Flow reducing device D Quick coupling joint unfolding E Quick coupling joint folding F Ram for opening hooks G Devider valve HYDRAULIC DIAGRAM 4 6 VERIFICATION OF RAISING ABILITY AND STABILITY OF THE TRACTOR When a machine comes coupled to the tractor becoming to the ends of the street circulation integrating part of the same one can alter of the stability and cause difficulty in the guid...

Page 22: ...al weight of front mounted implement or front weight kg 4 Te Empty tractor weight kg 2 Tv Front axle load of the empty tractor kg 2 Th Rear axle load of the empty tractor kg 2 Lb 1 Distance between the trailer axle and the center of gravity of the implement m 1 Lb 2 Distance between the lower hitch and the center of gravity of the rollers m 1 Lb tot Distance between the lower hitch and the center ...

Page 23: ...e formula Mb tot Mb1 Mb2 Mb On the front bridge of the tractor it must in any case burden at least 20 of the total mass tractor tool in march order It is however to hold present that beyond to the appropriated one chosen the connection tractor tool the application of ballasts in front position the limits and with the modalities indicated from the constructor of the tractor can improve of the stabi...

Page 24: ...ng center of the lower beam m 1 Gv Total weight of front mounted implement or front weight kg 4 Te Empty tractor weight kg 2 Tv Front axle load of the empty tractor kg 2 Th Rear axle load of the empty tractor kg 2 Fh Max bearing load 4 Lb 1 Distance between the trailer axle and the center of gravity of the implement m 1 Lb 2 Distance between the trailer axle and the center of gravity of the roller...

Page 25: ...ine is calculated with the formula Mb tot Mb1 Mb2 Mb On the front bridge of the tractor it must in any case burden at least 20 of the total mass tractor tool in march order It is however to hold present that beyond to the appropriated one chosen the connection tractor tool the application of ballasts in front position the limits and with the modalities indicated from the constructor of the tractor...

Page 26: ...for the CB CC models The chassis height of 75 cm enables large quantities of straw to pass without becoming jammed The safety device against overloads varies depending on the setup of the machine Top Mecc safety Top Spring safety 5 2 1 TOP MECC SAFETY The safety against overloads consists of a shear bolt When the bolt against overloads is sheared the chisel tine is disengaged and it moves backward...

Page 27: ...TMENT OF THE WORKING DEPTH Decrease of the working depth 1 Lower the roller to the ground thereby removing the load from the small block A 2 Remove the small supporting block A and position it in the next hole in the direction of the harrow 3 Lift the machine until the plates C rest against the supporting small block A 4 Insert the small block B into the hole closest to the plates C Increase of th...

Page 28: ...ther A graduated scale shows the position On foldable models and under special conditions a dis alignment may occur between the two cylinders Should this occcur the alignement is obtained by bringing both cylinders to their end of stroke Every time you use the machine check the pipes and the fixing devices of the pipe fittings for their conditions The repairs must be carried on only by qualified p...

Page 29: ...ng the soil but they also help to mix it There are two types of levelling units STD version lighter elements mounted standard on the Cayman with a Top Mecc safety system HARD version heavier elements mounted standard on the Cayman with a Top Spring safety system The working depth of the levelling unit must be adapted to the different types of soils to the different crops and to the driving speed A...

Page 30: ... The outermost disc STD is a rigid articulated disc mounted on the central supporting beam Pay attention to the overall width for circulation on public roads the outermost discs must be lifted up on top of the machine EXTENDED DISC LIFTED UP DISC 5 5 2 EDGE EVENING DISC HARD The outermost disc HARD is a telescopic disc which permits to adjust the working width thanks to a series of perforations wi...

Page 31: ...raduated scale helps to adjust the wheels at the same height Shorten lenghten the spindle to reduce increase the working depth When cornering sharply the machine is to be lifted using the tractor s lower links 5 7 TENSIONED CROSSPIECE The tensioned crosspiece third category is used to couple the machine model CC to the tractor Secure the tensioned crosspiece using clip pins to prevent unintentiona...

Page 32: ...butor 1 of the tractor and lower the wheels of the trailer thereby lifting the machine 2 Lower the latch A in the transport position thereby unhooking the control lever B 3 Lift the lower arms of the tractor and lift the machine completely 4 Act on the hydraulic distributor 2 and fold up the machine 5 Act on the hydraulic distributor 1 of the tractor and lower the machine by pulling the cylinder o...

Page 33: ...ler thereby lifting the machine 3 Lift the lower arms of the tractor and lift the machine completely 4 Act on the hydraulic distributor 2 and unfold the machine 5 Act on the hydraulic distributor 1 of the tractor and lift the machine by lifting completely the wheels of the trailer 6 Lower the lower arms of the tractor until the frame is horizontal 5 11 STORAGE It is advisable if the machine to rem...

Page 34: ...5 509 1 50 345 491 575 30 M 20 2 50 432 615 719 1 50 482 687 804 32 M 22 2 50 502 843 987 1 50 654 932 1090 36 M 24 3 00 744 1080 1240 2 00 814 1160 1360 6 2 REPLACEMENT OF THE WORKING TOOLS Before working on sharp tools pull the parking brake disconnect the hydraulic hoses from the sockets of the tractor make sure the working tools are standing completely still Lift the implement and support it w...

Page 35: ...ti i diritti sono riservati È espressamente vietata la ristampa o l uso non autorizzato per iscritto da parte di Alpego spa 6 2 1 PLAN FOR THE ASSEMBLY OF THE CONVEYING TOOLS Left hand conveyor Right hand conveyor The harrows show the direction the soil is discharged by the conveying fin Cayman 300 Cayman 350 Cayman 400 Cayman 500 ...

Page 36: ...in compliance with the current antipollution laws When starting the machine for the first time check the level of the lubricants Before proceding to the operations of checking filling or changing the lubricants carefully clean all the parts involved Grease Every 20 hours of operation grease the support of levelling roller Every 40 50 hours The spindle of the disc beam and of the supporting wheels ...

Page 37: ...rte di Alpego spa 6 2 LUBRICANT TO BE USED GREASE Spot to be lubricated Model Quantity Reference Product first filling by Alpego Thickness of alternative product Note A B Kg 0 01 PER INGRASSATORE Pakelo EP GREASE NLGI 2 NLGI 2 7 OPTIONS The machine can be equipped with different options whenever something is added to the machine its weight changes therefore always make sure that the stability of t...

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Page 40: ...LOYEZ TOUJOURS LES PIECES DE RECHANGE ORIGINALES IMMER DIE ORIGINAL ERSATZTEILE VERWENDEN ALWAYS USE ORIGINAL SPARE PARTS USAR SIEMPRE REPUESTOS ORIGINALES ALPEGO s p a Sede Amministrativa Via Torri di Confine 6 36053 GAMBELLARA VICENZA ITALY Sede Legale Via Giovanni e Giuseppe Cenzato 9 36045 LONIGO VICENZA ITALY Tel 0444 646100 fax 0444 646199 E mail info alpego com Internet www alpego com ...