Great Plains P13114 Operator Manual

P13114 23/03/05

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Declaration of Conformity

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Simba International Limited hereby declare that the Product described in this Operators Manual, and defined
by the Serial Number Plate attached to the Chassis of the Machine (a part copy of which is detailed overleaf
and must be completed indicating the relevant machine details), conforms with the following Directives and
Regulations, and has been certified accordingly.

EC Machinery Directive 89/392/EEC, as amended by 91/3688/EEC, 93/44/EEC, and
93/688/EEC.

In order to fulfill the requirements of health and safety described in the EC Directive, the following standards
and technical specifications have been taken into account:

EN 292 - 1
EN 292 - 2

THE MANUFACTURER

Simba International Limited
Woodbridge Road
SLEAFORD
NG34 7EW
Lincolnshire
NG34 7EW
England.

Telephone [phone].

CERTIFIED ON BEHALF OF SIMBA INTERNATIONAL LIMITED.

Rod Daffern

Chairman
Simba International Limited

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Warranty

WARRANTY

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

In this warranty Simba International Ltd., is referred to as “the Company”.

1. Subject to the provisions of this warranty the Company warrants each new machine sold by
it to be sold free from any defect in material or workmanship for a period of 12 months from
date of installation with the end-user.

Some specific items have additional warranty over and above the standard 12 months.
Details of these can be obtained upon request directly from the distributor or Simba
International Ltd.

2. If the machine or part thereof supplied by the Company is not in accordance with the
warranty given in clause 1 the Company will at its option:

(a) make good the machine or part thereof at the Company’s expense, or
(b) make an allowance to the purchaser against the purchase price of the machine or

part thereof, or
(c) accept the return of the machine and at the buyers option either:
I) repay or allow the buyer the invoice price of the machine or part thereof, or
II) replace the machine or part thereof as is reasonably practical.

3. This warranty shall not oblige the Company to make any payment in respect of loss of profit
or other consequential loss or contingent liability of the Purchaser alleged to arise from any
defect in the machine or impose any liability on the Company other than that contained in
clause 2.

4. Any claim under this warranty must be notified to the Company in writing specifying the
matters complained of within 14 days from the date of repair.

5. Any claim under this warranty must be made by the original purchaser of the machine and
is not assignable to any third party.

6. If the purchaser hires out the machine to any third party the warranty shall apply only to
matters notified to the Company in writing within 90 days of the date of delivery and clause
1 shall be read as if the period of 90 days were substituted for the period of 12 months.

7. The warranty will cease to apply if:

(a) any parts not made, supplied or approved in writing by the Company are fitted to the

machine or

(b) any repair is carried out to the machine other than by or with the express written approval

of the Company or

(c) any alterations not expressly authorized by the Company in writing are made to the

machine or

(d) the machine is damaged by accident or
(e) the machine is abused or overloaded or used for a purpose or load beyond its design

capabilities, or used in conjunction with a tractor whose power output capability exceeds
the stated implement power requirement by more than 40%. For the purpose of these
terms and conditions, “stated implement power requirement” refers to wheeled tractors
unless specifically stated. These power requirements should be reduced by 20% when
used in conjunction with tracked tractors.

(f) the machine is operated as part of a ‘cultivation train’ where more than one implement is

being towed, without the express written approval of Simba International Ltd.

(g) any maintenance is not carried out in accordance with the service schedules in the

operator’s manual.

(h) the Installation and Warranty Registration Certificate is not received by Simba International

Ltd., Service Dept., Woodbridge Road, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, England, NG34 7EW, within
7 days of installing a new machine.

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Machine Identification

Enter the relevant data in the following list upon
acceptance of the machine:

Serial Number
Type of Machine
Machine Width
Year of Construction
Delivery Date
First Operation
Accessories

Operating Instructions/Spare Parts List: March 2005

Machine Identification

Dealer Address: Name: ......................................................................

Street: ......................................................................

Place: ......................................................................

Tel.: ................................................................. ....

Dealer's Customer No.: ............................................................

SIMBA Address: SIMBA

Woodbridge Road Ind. Est.
Sleaford
Lincolnshire
NG34 7EW

Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-Mail: [e-mail]

SIMBA Customer No.: .................................................................

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Table of Contents

Contents

Machine Identification .................................................................................................................... 5

Introduction ....................................................................................................... 8

Foreword .......................................................................................................................................8

Warranty Guidelines ......................................................................................................................8

1. Safety Data ................................................................................................ 9

1.1 Safety Symbols ................................................................................................................... 9

1.2 Use for the Intended Purpose ........................................................................................... 11

1.3 Operational Safety ............................................................................................................ 11

1.3.1 No Liability for Consequential Damage ............................................................................. 11

1.4 Road Traffic Safety ........................................................................................................... 12

1.5 Accident Prevention ..........................................................................................................12

1.5.1 Hitching-up the machine ...................................................................................................12

1.5.2 On the Hydraulic System ..................................................................................................12

1.5.3 Changing Equipment ........................................................................................................ 13

1.5.4 During Operation ...............................................................................................................13

1.6 Servicing & Maintenance ................................................................................................... 13

1.7 Operating Areas ................................................................................................................ 14

1.8 Authorised Operators ........................................................................................................ 14

1.9 Protective Equipment ........................................................................................................ 14

2. Transportation and Installation ............................................................. 15

2.1 Delivery ............................................................................................................................. 15

2.2 Transportation ................................................................................................................... 15

2.3 Installation .........................................................................................................................15

2.4 Hitching Up........................................................................................................................ 16

2.4.1 Hitching up a Tractor to the CultiPress / Preparing for Transport ......................................16

2.5 Folding and Unfolding ........................................................................................................17

2.5.1 Unfolding into the Work Position .......................................................................................17

2.6 Preceding and Trailing Implements ................................................................................... 18

2.6.1 Hitching a Disc Harrow to the CultiPress ......................................................................... 18

2.6.2 Transporting an CultiPress Towed Behind a Disc Harrow ................................................ 18

2.6.3 Changing from Work to Road Transport (Disc Harrow Towed Behind a CultiPress). ...... 19

2.6.4 Hitching a Rear Roll to the CultiPress .............................................................................. 19

2.7 When driving on the road .................................................................................................. 20

2.8 Parking the machine ......................................................................................................... 20

3. Technical Data CultiPress ...................................................................... 21

4. Adjustment/Operation ............................................................................ 22

4.1 Description ........................................................................................................................22

4.2 Pro-Active Tines ................................................................................................................ 24

4.3 Levelling Boards ................................................................................................................ 24

4.4 Double Disc Roller ............................................................................................................25

4.5 Work Settings ...................................................................................................................26

4.5.1 Levelling Boards ................................................................................................................26

4.7 Work Instructions ..............................................................................................................28

4.8 Checks.............................................................................................................................. 28

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5. Servicing and Maintenance .................................................................... 29

5.1 Servicing ...........................................................................................................................29

5.2 Cleaning ............................................................................................................................29

5.3 Double Disc Axles ............................................................................................................. 29

5.4 Hydraulics ......................................................................................................................... 29

5.5 Preparation for Storage .....................................................................................................30

5.6 Operator Support ..............................................................................................................30

5.7 Maintenance Intervals........................................................................................................30

5.8 Maintenance Overview ...................................................................................................... 31

5.9 Overview of Lubricating Points ......................................................................................... 32

5.10 Lubricating the Machine ....................................................................................................33

5.11 Handling of Lubricants....................................................................................................... 33

5.12 Lubricants & Hydraulic Oil .................................................................................................34

6. Faults and Remedies .............................................................................. 35

7. Parts & Assembly ................................................................................... 37

7.1 Parts & Assembly Contents .............................................................................................. 37

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Introduction

Introduction

Foreword

Make sure you have read and follow the
Operating Instructions carefully before using
the machine. By doing so, you will avoid
accidents, reduce repair costs and downtime
and increase the reliability and service life
of your machine. Pay attention to the safety
instructions!

SIMBA will not accept any responsibility for
any damage or malfunctions resulting from
failure to comply with the Operating
Instructions.

These Operating Instructions will assist you
in getting to know your machine and in using
it correctly for its intended purposes. First,
you are given general instructions in
handling the machine. This is followed by
sections on servicing, maintenance and the
action to be taken should a malfunction
occur.

We reserve the right to alter
illustrations as well as technical data
and weights contained in these
Operating Instructions for the purpose
of improving the CultiPress.

Warranty Guidelines

1. The period of liability for material defects
(warranty) relating to our products is 12
months. In the case of written deviations
from the statutory provisions, these
agreements shall apply.

They shall become effective upon installation
of the machine with the end customer. All wear
parts are excluded from the warranty.

2. Warranty claims must be submitted to the
SIMBA Customer Service Department in
Sleaford via your dealer. It is only possible
to process claims which have been correctly
completed and submitted no later than 14
days after the date of repair.

These operating instructions are to be read
and followed by all persons working on or
with the machine, e.g.:

• Operation (including preparation, remedying

of faults in the operating sequence and
servicing).

• Maintenance (maintenance and inspection)

• Transportation.

Together with the Operating Instructions, you
receive a Spare Parts List and a Machine
Registration form. Field service technicians
will instruct you in the operation and
servicing of your machine. Following this,
the Machine Registration form is to be
returned to SIMBA. This confirms your
formal acceptance of the machine. The
warranty period begins on the date of delivery.

3. In the case of deliveries made under the
warranty which are subject to the return of
the old parts, the old parts must be returned
to SIMBA within 28 days after the damage
occurred.

4. In the case of deliveries made under the
warranty which are not subject to the return
of the old parts, these parts must be kept for
the purpose of further decisions for a period
of 3 months after receipt of the warranty claim.

5. Warranty repairs to be carried out by
outside companies, or repairs which are
expected to take more than 10 working
hours, must be agreed upon in advance with
the Customer Service Department.

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1. Safety Data

1. Safety Data

The following warnings and safety
instructions apply to all sections of these
Operating Instructions.

1.1 Safety Symbols

On the machine

Read and observe the Ope­rating Instructions before
starting up the machine!

Parts may fly off during
operation. Keep a safe
distance away from the
machine!

Keep clear of the working
range of foldable machine
components!

Watch out for escaping
pressurised fluids! Follow
the instructions in the
Operating Instructions!

Never reach into areas
where there is a danger of
being crushed by moving
parts!

No passengers are allowed
on the machine!

Never reach into any
revolving parts!

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1. Safety Data

Refer to Operating
Instructions before
attempting maintenance.

Operating Instructions:

The Operating Instructions distinguish
between three different types of warning and
safety instructions. The following graphic
symbols are used:

Important!

Risk of injury!

Risk of fatal and serious injuries!

It is important that all the safety instructions
contained in these Operating Instructions
and all the warning signs on the machine
are read carefully.

Ensure that the warning signs are legible.
Replace any signs that are missing or
damaged.

These instructions must be followed in order
to prevent accidents. Inform other users of
the warnings and safety instructions.

Do not carry out any operations which may
affect safe use of the machine.

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1. Safety Data

1.2 Use for the Intended
Purpose

The SIMBA CultiPress is built using the latest
technology and in accordance with the rele­vant recognised safety regulations. However,
risks of injury for the operator or third parties
and impairment of the machine or other
tangible assets can arise during use.

The machine is only to be operated when in
a technically perfect condition and for the
intended purpose, taking into consideration
safety and risks and following the Operating
Instructions. In particular, faults that can
impair safety are to be remedied
immediately.

Original parts and accessories from SIMBA
have been specially designed for this
machine. Spare parts and accessories not
supplied by us have not been tested or
authorised. Installation or use of non-original
SIMBA products may have a detrimental
effect on specific design features of the
machine and affect the safety of machine
operators and the machine itself. SIMBA will
accept no liability for damage resulting from
the use of non-original parts or accessories.

1.3 Operational Safety

The machine is to be put in operation only
after instruction has been provided by an
employee of the authorised dealer or an
employee of SIMBA. The “Machine
Registration” form is to be completed and
returned to SIMBA.

All protective and safety equipment, such
as removable protective equipment, must be
in place and functioning reliably before the
machine is put in use.

Check screws and bolts regularly for
tightness and retighten if necessary.

In the event of malfunctions, stop and
secure the machine immediately.

Ensure that any faults are remedied
immediately.

1.3.1 No Liability for
Consequential Damage

The CultiPress has been manufactured by
SIMBA with great care. However, problems
may still occur when it is used for the intended
purpose. These may include:

The SIMBA CultiPress is designed solely as
a cultivation implement. Use for any other
purpose, e.g., as a means of transport, will
be deemed to be improper use. SIMBA will
accept no liability for damage resulting from
improper use. The risk will be borne solely by
the operator.

• Worn wearing parts.

• Damage caused by external factors.

• Incorrect driving speeds.

• Incorrect setting of the unit (incorrect
attachment, non-adherence to the Setting
instructions).

Therefore, it is crucial to always
check your machine before and
during operation for correct
operation and adequate application
accuracy.

Compensation claims for damage which has
not occurred to the machine is excluded. This
includes any consequential damage resulting
from incorrect operation.

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1. Safety Data

1.4 Road Traffic Safety

When driving on public roads, tracks and
areas, it is important to observe the relevant
road traffic laws as well as the specific
regulations relating to this machine.

Pay attention to the permitted axle
loads, tyre carrying capacity, and
total weight in order to maintain
adequate braking and steerability.

Passengers on the machine are
strictly forbidden!

Max. road transport speed 16mph
(25km/h).

1.5 Accident Prevention

In addition to the Operating Instructions, it is
important to observe the accident prevention
regulations specified by agricultural trade
associations.

1.5.1 Hitching-up the
machine

There is a risk of injury when hitching/
unhitching the machine. Observe the following:

• Secure the machine against rolling.

• Take special care when reversing the tractor!

• There is a risk of being crushed between
the machine and the tractor!

• Park the machine on firm, level ground.

1.5.2 On the Hydraulic
System

Do not connect the hydraulic lines to the tractor
until both hydraulic systems (machine and
tractor) are depressurised.

Only use appropriate aids when checking for
leaks. Repair any damage immediately.
Spurting oil can cause injuries and fires!

In case of injury, contact a doctor immediately.

The socket and plugs for the hydraulic
connections between the tractor and the
machine should be colour-coded in order to
avoid incorrect use.

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1. Safety Data

1.5.3 Changing Equipment

• Secure the machine to prevent it from
accidentally rolling away!

• Use suitable supports to secure any raised
frame sections suspended above you!

• Caution! Risk of injury due to projecting parts!

Never climb on to rotating parts such
as the roll unit. These parts may
rotate causing you to slip and suffer
serious injury!

1.5.4 During Operation

Ensure that the working range and the area
around the machine are clear (children!)
before operating the machine.

Always ensure adequate visibility!

Do not stand on the machine while it is in
operation!

Operators must have a valid driving licence
in order to drive on public roads. In the
operating area, the operator is responsible
for third parties.

The person in charge must:

• provide the operator with a copy of the
Operating Instructions.

1.6 Servicing &
Maintenance

Ensure that regular checks and inspections
are always carried out within the periods
required by law or specified in these
Operating Instructions.

When carrying out service and maintenance
work always:

• switch off the tractor engine and remove
the ignition key.

• wait until all the machine parts have
stopped moving.

• depressurize the hydraulic system.

Prior to performing maintenance and
servicing work, ensure that the machine is
positioned on solid, level ground and is
secured to prevent it rolling away. Do not
use any parts to climb on to the machine
unless they are specifically designed for this
purpose.

Before cleaning the machine with water,
steam jets (high-pressure cleaning
apparatus) or other cleaning agents, cover
all openings into which, for reasons of safety
or operation, no water, steam or cleaning
agents are to penetrate (bearings, for
instance).

• ensure that the operator has read and
understood the instructions.

• make sure that the operator is aware of
the specific regulations relating to the
machine when driving on public roads.

Next, check all hydraulic lines for leaks, loose
connections, chafe marks and damage.
Remedy any deficiencies immediately!

Lubricate all the lubricating points to force
out any trapped water.

When carrying out servicing and maintenance
work, retighten any loose screw connections.

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1. Safety Data

1.7 Operating Areas

The operating areas include the drawbar,
hydraulic connections and depth adjustment
equipment as well as all operating points
requiring maintenance.

All operating areas will be specified and
described in detail in the following chapters
on servicing and maintenance.

Observe all safety regulations included in the
Section dealing with Safety, and in the sub­sequent sections.

1.8 Authorised Operators

Only those persons who have been
authorised and instructed by the operator may
operate the machine. The operator must be
at least 16 years of age.

1.9 Protective Equipment

For operation and maintenance, you require:

• Tight fitting clothing.

•Strong protective gloves (to provide

protection against sharp-edged machine
components).

• Protective goggles (to stop dirt getting into

your eyes).

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2. Transportation / Installation

2. Transportation and
Installation

Transportation and initial installation of the
machine are described in this chapter.

2.1 Delivery

The machine is normally delivered fully
assembled.

• The machine can be lifted off with a crane
or other suitable lifting equipment.

• The machine should be hitched to a tractor
and driven off a low-loader.

2.2 Transportation

The CultiPress can be transported on public
roads by hitching it up to a tractor or on a low­loader.

• It is important to observe the permitted
dimensions and weights when transporting the
machine.

2.3 Installation

When carrying out installation and
maintenance work there is a higher risk of
injury. It is important that you familiarise
yourself with the machine and read the
Operating Instructions beforehand.

Operator instruction and initial installation of
the machine are carried out by our service
technicians or authorised distributors.

The machine must not be used in any way
beforehand! The machine can only be
released for operation after instructions have
been provided by our service technicians or
authorised distributors.

• If any modules or parts have been removed
for transportation, these shall be mounted by
our service technicians/authorised dealers
before the instruction takes place.

• Check all important screw connections!

• Lubricate all nipples and joints!

• Check all hydraulic connections and lines
for damage.

• If the machine is transported on a trailer or a
low-loader, it must be secured using straps
or other devices.

• Before transporting the machine on public
roads, it must be adjusted to its transportation
position and the stipulations relating to road
transportation fulfilled.

• The maximum permissible speed is 25 km /h.

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2. Transportation / Installation

2.4 Hitching Up

2.4.1 Hitching up a Tractor

to the CultiPress / Preparing
for Transport

When hitching-up the machine,
ensure that no-one is between the
tractor and the machine.

When the CultiPress is parked for
extended periods of time it should
ideally be left in the unfolded, i.e.
work, position for stability, safety and
ease of access for maintenance.
However, parking the CultiPress in
the folded position (using the parking
stands provided) is acceptable in
the normal course of operation.

Tractor Oil Flow Adjustment:
As a general rule the tractor oil flow
rate should be set in the lowest
setting before starting. This can then
be increased to allow the desired
rate of operation as applicable. This
will minimise excessive oil flow and
consequent power usage and heat
generation.

4. Fully raise the levelling board.

5. Close the tap on the drawbar cylinder.

Folding Machines

1. Couple the six hydraulic hoses to the
tractor ensuring that the two wing hoses
are together, the two drawbar cylinder
hoses are together and the two levelling
board hoses are together.

2. Connect the tractor to the drawbar using
the hydraulics to raise or lower the height
of the shackle.

3. Carefully operate the hydraulics to lower
the drawbar and tilt the CultiPress onto
the road transport wheels. Fully extend
the drawbar cylinders.

4. This allows the levelling boards to be
fully raised so that when the CultiPress
is folded the levelling boards do not
protrude beyond the 3m transport width.
Fully raise the levelling boards.

5. Operate the hydraulics to fold the wings.

(4.6m, 5.5m and 6.6m):

Rigid Machines (3.3m and 4.0m):

1. Couple the four hydraulic hoses to the
tractor ensuring that the two levelling
board hoses are together and the two
drawbar cylinder hoses are together.

2. Connect the tractor to the drawbar using
the hydraulics to raise or lower the
shackle.

3. Carefully operate the hydraulics to lower
the drawbar and tilt the CultiPress onto
the road transport wheels. Fully extend
the drawbar cylinder.

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6. Ensure that the wing strap is fitted to tie
the two wing sections together.

7. Ensure that parking stands are locked
in the transport position, ie. fully raised.

2.5 Folding and Unfolding

Folding Machines (4.6m, 5.5m and 6.6m)

2.5.1 Unfolding into the Work
Position

1. Ensure that the parking stands are in the
fully raised position.

2. Remove the transport strap from the
rear wing cylinders.

3. Open the taps on the hosemast.

4. Operate the hydraulics to fully unfold the
wings.

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5. Lower the machine to the ground until
the chassis is level front to rear or the
drawbar cylinders touch the depth
stops.

2.5.2 Folding into the

Transport Position

1. Fully raise the levelling boards so that
they do not protrude beyond the 3m
transport width.

2. Raise the machine onto the transport
wheels.

3. Operate the hydraulics to fully fold the
wings.

4. Fit the transport strap across the pins
on the rear wing cylinders for transport
safety.

5. Close the taps on the hosemast.

6. Lower the parking stands if the
CultiPress is to be unhitched from the
tractor in the folded position.

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2. Transportation / Installation

2.6 Preceding & Trailing
Implements

2.6.1 Hitching a Disc Harrow
to the CultiPress

1. Remove the transport straps from the
disc harrow, exercise great CARE
when extending the axle cylinder.

2. Reverse the disc harrow up to the
CultiPress drawbar ensuring that the
two drawbars are aligned allowing a
slight clearance to enable the machines
to be coupled together.

3. Lower the disc harrow to the ground.

4. Connect the four hydraulic hoses from
the CultiPress into the disc harrow rear
outlets ensuring that the two wing hoses
are together and the two drawbar
cylinder hoses are together. Ensure that
the folding circuits and lift drawbar
circuits are coupled correctly.

5. Raise the CultiPress drawbar above the
disc drawbar (200mm approx.). Depth
control shims may need to be removed.

6. Raise the disc harrow to the same height
as the CultiPress drawbar then reverse
the disc harrow to couple the two
machines together.

7. Fit the drawbar pin.

8. Operate the hydraulics to lower the rear
axle and drawbar, tilting the CultiPress
onto the road transport wheels. Fully
extend the drawbar cylinders.

10. Operate the hydraulics to fold the wings.

11. Operate the hydraulics to lift the disc
harrow into the transport position.

12. Fit the disc harrow transport straps.

13. Fit the CultiPress wing transport strap
to tie the two wing sections together.

14. Ensure that parking stands are locked
up in their work position.

When the CultiPress is used in tandem with
a disc harrow the disc should be set to the
operators manual i.e. front disc gang to be
50mm closer to the ground than the
corresponding disc blade on the rear gang.

With both machines in the transport position
i.e. raised and folded, the top frame of the
disc harrow should be slightly nose down or
horizontal even when the downward load from
the CultiPress is applied to the drawbar of
the disc harrow.

The frame may be levelled by altering the
rearward tilt of the CultiPress to increase or
reduce the loading on the disc rear drawbar.

2.6.2 Transporting a

CultiPress Towed Behind a
Disc Harrow

With both machines in the transport position
i.e. raised and folded, the top frame of the
disc harrow should be slightly nose down or
horizontal even when the downward load from
the CultiPress is applied to the drawbar of
the disc harrow. The top frame should NEVER
be tail low in transport as this will give a high
negative loading on the tractor which could
lead to loss of traction to the rear wheels.

9. Fully raise the levelling boards.

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Extreme caution must be taken when the
CultiPress is transported up steep gradients

2. Transportation / Installation

and across side slopes. Higher drawbar
loading can be achieved by shortening the
drawbar cylinder.
Prior to leaving the field to travel on a public
highway ensure that any clods of soil are
removed from the machine to prevent them
from fouling the road.

MAXIMUM ROAD TRANSPORT SPEED 18
MPH (25 KPH).

2.6.3 Changing from Work to
Road Transport (CultiPress
Towed Behind a Disc Harrow)

1. Operate the hydraulics to raise the disc
and CultiPress.

2. Operate the hydraulics to fold the wings
on both the disc harrow and the
CultiPress.

3. Fit the transport straps to both
machines.

2.6.4 Hitching a Rear Roll to
the CultiPress

Follow procedure 2.4 (page 16) to couple a
tractor to the CultiPress. Once the tractor is
safely connected to the implement and in its
folded setting, raise the machine fully clear of
the ground.

1. Reverse the CultiPress up to the roller.

2. Align the CultiPress and roller drawbars,
lower the CultiPress to the ground and
depressurise the lift hydraulics.

3. Raise / lower the axle as required to
align the respective machines‘
drawbars and couple together.

4. Couple the rear roll to the lift circuit of
the CultiPress, ensuring that the hoses
are connected to the corresponding
circuit on the trailing machine.

It may be necessary to shorten the
levelling springs until the top frame
of the disc harrow is horizontal or
slightly nose down before moving the
machines.

Shortening the CultiPress drawbar cylinder
will increase the loading on the rear of the disc
frame. If necessary this can be used to level
the disc top frame for road transport.

5. Couple the rear roll wing (fold) circuit to
the wing (fold) circuit of the CultiPress.

6. Fully raise the CultiPress and the roll
clear of the ground.

7. Check that all transport straps / devices
are fitted or closed.

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2. Transportation / Installation

2.7 When driving on the
road

When driving on the road the machine must
be converted to the transportation position.

When driving on the road, raise the
machine completely to prevent the
working elements dragging on the
ground.

2.8 Parking the machine

In order to avoid damage as a result of
moisture, the machine should be parked, if
possible, indoors or under cover.

When manoeuvring the machine,
pay attention to your surroundings.
Ensure that nobody is in the
manoeuvring area (watch for
children!).

• Park the machine on level and solid ground.

• With the machine raised move the parking
stands into position.

• Lower the machine onto the parking stands
ensuring that it is stable.

• Remove the drawbar pin and drive forward
slowly until hitch is clear of tractor drawbar.

• Lower the drawbar to the ground.

• Switch off the tractor.

• Disconnect hydraulic lines from the tractor.

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3. Technical Data

3. Technical Data CultiPress

3.3m 4.0m 4.6m 5.5m 6.6m
Working Width
Transport Width
Transport Height
Length
Weight
Tractor Power Required (H.P.)*

* It is important to correctly match your implement to your tractor for optimum performance.
Two power ratings are listed above. The lower HP figure relates to tracked tractors, the
higher HP figure relates to wheeled tractors.

3300mm 4000mm 4600mm 5500mm 6600mm
3300mm 4000mm 2900mm 2900mm 2900mm
2700mm 2700mm 3600mm 3800mm 3950mm
6400mm 6400mm 6800mm 6800mm 6800mm

3480kg 3910kg 5660kg 6630kg 7220kg

85/115 100/140 115/160 140/195 165/230

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4. Adjustment / Operation

4. Adjustment/Operation

4.1 Description

Fig. 4.01: CultiPress

1. Drawbar

2. Pro-Active Tines

3. Levelling Board

4. Intermeshed DD600 Rolls

5. Transport Wheels

6. Rear Drawbar (if fitted)

The SIMBA CultiPress is a versatile
implement designed to perform an excellent
shallow cultivation combined with effective
consolidation. The CultiPress may be towed
on its own or in tandem behind another
implement e.g. Disc Harrow.

It can be used in reduced tillage systems
behind a disc harrow to incorporate stubble
or to work down ploughing on medium to

heavy soil types. Like all Simba machines it
features the latest innovations which combine
to give an efficient, well-built unit with
unrivalled reliability.

The CultiPress consists of two rows of tines
followed by a hydraulically operated levelling
board then a double row of press rings.

Pro-Active tines are spaced at 300mm
centres using shear bolt protected tines with
point options available to suit conditions.

The levelling board consists of a series of
sprung leaves with each leaf set between each
front ring. The levelling board carries soil
ahead of the rings to fill low areas. The sprung

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leaves crush clods as they pass under the
levelling board and align clods with the front
row of press rings.

The levelling boards are hydraulically
controlled for height with contour following and
board pressure maintained by means of a
pair of accumulators. The hydraulic cylinders
on each levelling board are a matched
master and slave pair for parallel travel.

The rear row of press roll rings are
intermeshed with the front row, overall ring
spacing across the machine is thereby
reduced to 115mm (4.5"). The action of the
second row of rings is to ensure that large
clods chopped by the front rings are chopped
a second time to reduce overall clod size. The
second row of rings are then scraped by a
set of rigid scrapers attached to the rear gang
beam.

4. Adjustment / Operation

The use of the CultiPress in tandem with a
disc harrow for straw incorporation, is to
consolidate the straw soil mix through the soil
profile ensuring maximum straw soil contact
to increase the breakdown process, minimise
slug problems and to leave a firm
weatherproof finish.

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4. Adjustment / Operation

4.2 Pro-Active Tines

The Pro-Active tines are designed to move
soil and shatter clods to a greater degree than
traditional rigid leading tines. The ability to
move in all directions (upwards and
sideways) allows them to clear stones and
other obstructions. They feature simple,
pinned tine depth adjustment for easy depth
variation.

4.3 Levelling Boards

The action of the sprung leaf type levelling
boards is to carry and drop soil to level in front
of the press rings, to rub clod against clod for
additional soil breakdown, to force clods
down into the soil profile and to present re­maining clods passing between the leaves
into the front row of press rings.

Fig. 4.02: Pro-Active Tines

Fig. 4.03: Levelling Board Adjustment

Fig. 4.04: Levelling Board Adjustment

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4.4 Double Disc Roller

The standard DD600 roller is made up of
individual Double Disc (patented) Ring
segments.

The DD rings are designed to consolidate the
soil whilst cutting and crushing any clods.

Even in heavy, wet soils it can easily be
operated with minimal blockages occurring.

The rear DD roller carries a proportion of the
machine’s weight to ensure consolidation.
The corrugated surface left by the roller is
weatherproof both for wet or dry situations.

4. Adjustment / Operation

Fig. 4.05: Double Disc Rollers

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4. Adjustment / Operation

4.5 Work Settings

In work the wing cylinders should be fully
extended. The gangs are able to float over
any undulations on the ground due to their
floating frames.

Optimum performance has been found to be
achieved when the press roll rings have worn
away the painted finish leaving a smooth shiny
surface. When the press roll rings are new or
rusty, soil may tend to pick up on the surface
and blockage may occur, this will reduce when
the rings are shiny again.

The CultiPress should be run with the chassis
level front to rear by extending the drawbar
cylinders to the necessary position. The
cylinders should not be over extended as this
will remove the load on the front row of rings
which could lead to reduced drive and hence
blockage of the axles.

It is not necessary to tilt the CultiPress onto
the transport wheels during headland turns
whether the machine is used independently
or in tandem with a disc harrow. Normally,
the CultiPress should be tilted sufficiently for
the tines and levelling boards to clear the
ground (at which point the rear axle wheels
will still be clear of ground contact).

When reversing the CultiPress into corners
when working headlands ensure that the lev­elling boards are fully raised and the machine
tilted onto the rear set of rings far enough to
allow the lower ends of the sprung leaves to
clear the ground.

General Rules when Setting
the CultiPress

• Run the chassis horizontal to give even
drive on both sets of rings.

• Run slightly tail low to give increased clod
cutting and consolidation in harder
conditions.

• In trashy conditions the use of the
levelling board may be limited due to raking
trash.

• Increase the rake angle of the levelling
board in spring time operation to carry more
soil for levelling.

• Reduce rake angle on levelling board to
hold soil and rub clod against clod in harder
conditions. This will also align clods with
the DD rings facilitating better cutting.

4.5.1 Levelling Boards

With the chassis set level, lower the levelling
boards until they are carrying soil. The level­ling boards will need to be set higher during
1st pass operations especially on ploughed
land where large clods may not be able to
pass under or between the sprung leaves.

The boards need to carry a certain amount of
soil to effect a levelling operation and also to
give a clod to clod crushing action. Use the
hydraulics to raise and lower the boards to
carry more or less soil when levelling the head­land troughs for example.

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4. Adjustment / Operation

4.6 Pitch Control

Pitch control on the CultiPress is governed
by the quantity of shims fitted to the depth
stops attached to the drawbar cylinders. In­creasing the number of shims will lift the front
of the chassis when lowered into the work
position. Ensure that equal quantities of shims
are added or removed from each cylinder.

Running the CultiPress level allows the front
and rear press rings to give an even consoli­dation and clod crushing action, with the
sprung leaves of the levelling board aiding the
clod crushing action, aligning the clods for the
front row of rings.

Running the machine significantly nose down
or raised will reduce the load on the rear axle
leading to loss of drive of the axle and then
blockage, together with a reduced consolida­tion effect.

is advisable to check on the cultivation effect
of the CultiPress. Often the use of the press
12 - 24 hours after the disc or longer follow­ing the plough gives a far superior surface
consolidation effect.

When the CultiPress is used tilted onto the
rear row of rings the loading on the disc har­row or tractor drawbar is increased. This will
cause the rear of the disc to dig deeper mov­ing the rear gang to the right. Shortening the
disc harrow levelling springs should allow the
disc harrow to pull straight again. Equally, in­creased tractor drawbar loadings will deepen
wheelings requiring more effort to eradicate
these.

It is not necessary to tilt the CultiPress onto
the transport wheels during headland turns
whether the machine is used independently
or in tandem with a disc harrow.

If any roll axle starts to block regularly, this is
generally an indication that the roll axle is not
tight. Failure to keep the axles tight results in
loss of drive between each pair of rings al­lowing rings to turn individually on the axle.
Should this occur the axle must be tightened
immediately to prevent any damage occur­ring to the axle shaft.

If the roll axles start to block regularly this may
also be an indication that the ground condi­tions are too wet for the CultiPress to be ef­fective.

In practice it is possible to use the CultiPress
on ground conditions that are unsuitable to
achieve the desired effect, and it is usually
possible to operate the machine without regu­lar blockage under such unsuitable conditions,
assuming that the axles are tight and rings
smooth.
As such, especially under wet conditions, it

Fully extending the drawbar cylin­ders and then reversing into the
headland furrow could lead to dam­age of the cylinders.

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4.7 Work Instructions

Driving speed

The CultiPress can be driven at speeds of up
to 12 km/h.

This depends on the field conditions (type of
soil, surface trash, etc.).

Drive more slowly if the conditions are difficult
or a firmer finish is required.

Parking the Machine

In order to avoid damage as a result of
moisture, the machine should be parked, if
possible, indoors or under cover.

When manoeuvring the machine,
pay attention to your surroundings.
Ensure that nobody (children!) is in
the manoeuvring area.

• Park the machine on level and solid ground.

• With the machine raised, lower the parking
stands into position.

• Lower the machine onto the parking stands
ensuring that it is stable.

• Remove the drawbar pin and drive forward
slowly until hitch is clear of tractor drawbar.

• Lower the drawbar to the ground.

• Switch off the tractor.

• Disconnect hydraulic and electric lines from
the tractor.

4.8 Checks

The working quality depends on the
adjustments and checks made prior to and
during work, as well as on regular servicing
and maintenance of the machine.

Before beginning work it is therefore
important to carry out any necessary servicing
and to lubricate the machine as required.

Checks prior to, and during
work:

• Is the machine correctly hitched up and the
coupling device locked?

• Have the hydraulic and electric lines been
connected according to the colour coding?

• Is the machine in a level operating position
and the working depth set correctly?

Working Elements

• Are the double disc rings and other
cultivation tools in a serviceable condition?

• Are the scrapers still operable, so that the
rolls do not jam?

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5. Servicing and Maintenance

5. Servicing and
Maintenance

Follow the safety instructions for
servicing and maintenance.

5.1 Servicing

Your machine has been designed and
constructed for maximum performance,
operational efficiency and operator
friendliness under a wide variety of operating
conditions.

Prior to delivery, your machine has been
checked at the factory and by your authorised
dealer to ensure that you receive a machine
in optimum condition.

To ensure trouble-free operation, it
is important that servicing and
maintenance work is performed at
the recommended intervals.

5.2 Cleaning

5.3 Double Disc Axles

The axles on this roller are tensioned by the
main axle through the centre of the rings and
bearings.

Specialist equipment is required
for the disassembly of Double Disc
axles. Please consult your dealer
under any circumstances that
require disassembly of these
axles.

Maintenance of these rollers is limited to daily
greasing of the bearings to flush out dirt, and
regular inspection to ensure the assemblies
are tight, and scrapers are correctly set. The
axles can be tightened provided the bearing
pillar ‘U’ bolts are loosened to avoid
preloading the bearings as they move
sideways to each other. Ensure the bearing
pillars are re- tightened to the mainframe after
this.

5.4 Hydraulics

In order to ensure that the machine is always
in operating condition and to achieve
optimum performance, perform the cleaning
and servicing work at regular intervals.

Avoid cleaning the roll / disc bearings with a
high- pressure hose or a direct water jet. The
housing, screwed connections and ball
bearings are not watertight.

A low oil flow should be used, i.e.,
tractor tickover or low flow
selected.

The wing circuit is controlled by an
overcentre valve contained within
the manifold block which positively
locks oil flow until pressurised by
the tractor. System pressure can
be retained in the circuit even after
depressurisation of the tractor
quick release couplings.

Exercise extreme care when
checking the valve or circuits, and
under no circumstances attempt
to adjust or loosen fittings without
prior reference to your authorised
Simba dealer, and detailed
maintenance instructions.

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5. Servicing and Maintenance

5.5 Preparation for Storage

If you need to store the machine for a longer
period, observe the following points:

• Park the machine undercover if possible.

• Protect the roll / discs against rust. If you
need to spray the implements with oil, use
light biologically degradable oils, e.g. rape
oil.

Cover any rubber sections before
using oil sprays. These sections
must not be oiled.
Remove any traces of oil with a
suitable cleaning agent.

5.6 Operator Support

If you have a problem, please contact your
dealer. They will endeavour to solve any
problems which may occur and provide you
with support at all times.

In order to enable your dealer to deal with
problems as quickly as possible, it helps if
you can provide them with the following data.
Always state the:

5.7 Maintenance Intervals

Apart from daily maintenance, the
maintenance intervals are based on the
number of operating hours and time data.

Keep a record of your operating hours to
ensure that the specified maintenance
intervals are adhered to as closely as
possible.

Never use a machine that is due for
maintenance. Ensure that all deficiencies
found during regular checks are remedied
immediately.

Avoid sharp-edged and pointed
parts (disc blades, etc.) when
working on the machine.

Place the machine on suitable
supports when working
underneath! Do not work under a
machine which is not supported!

• Customer Number

• Name and Address

• Machine Model

• Serial Number of Machine

• Date of Purchase and Operating Hours

• Type of Problem

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5.8 Maintenance Overview

5. Servicing and Maintenance

CultiPress Maintenance Overview

After first operation Instructions Interval Note

Check all screw, bolt and plug connections Check they are firmly seated. Tighten / Secure if necessary --- ---

Check wheel studs for tightness Check on delivery and before transporting the machine --- ---

During operation

Lubricate machine See overview of lubricating points --- Page 32

Lubricate machine See overview of lubricating points --- Page 32

Wheel studs Check tightness before transporting the machine daily ---

Levelling Board, Machine Pitch, Working Depth Check settings and ensure they are firmly secured daily Page 26, 27

Hydraulic system and components Check seals, signs of crushing/wear, function and condition daily Page 29

Roll bearings Check condition, mountings and smooth operation daily Pages 25, 29

Double Disc roller ring segments Check condition and ensure they are firmly secured daily Pages 25, 29

After season

Safety devices (Parking stands, transport strap) Check condition and function daily ---

Lubricate machine See overview of lubricating points --- Page 32

Toplinks / Bolts Grease any exposed threads --- ---

Entire machine Carry out cleaning and maintenance --- ---

After 4 years

Spray Double Disc roll with oil Use biological oil if possible - cover rubber elements --- ---

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Hydraulic pipes Replace MRL Anh I EN 1533

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5.9 Overview of Lubricating Points

CultiPress Lubrication Points Interval Diag. No.

DD Roll Bearings Daily 5.01
Pivot Points on Drawbar 50 hrs. 5.02
Pivot Points on W ings (folding machines only) 50 hrs. 5.03
Levelling Board Cylinder Pivots 50 hrs. 5.04
Wheel Bearings 50 hrs. 5.05

Fig. 5.01: DD Roll Grease Points Fig. 5.02: Drawbar Pivot Grease Points

Fig. 5.03: Wing Pivot Grease Points Fig. 5.04: Levelling board Grease Points

Fig. 5.05: Wheel Bearing Grease Points

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5.10 Lubricating the
Machine

Please read the section entitled "Using
Lubricants" carefully before lubricating the
machine.
The machine must be lubricated regularly in
order for it to remain serviceable. Regular
lubrication also contributes towards extending
the service life of your machine.
The recommended lubricating intervals are
specified in "Inspection" and "Maintenance
Intervals".

After it has been washed using a high­pressure hose or steam cleaned, the machine
should always be lubricated using a grease
gun.

5.11 Handling of
Lubricants

Please ensure that you read the following
instructions as well as the relevant
information. This also applies to any of your
employees who handle lubricants.

Hygiene

Lubricants do not present a health hazard
provided they are used for their specified
purpose.

Always exercise extreme care and observe
the recommended hygiene rules when
handling mineral oil products. Details of these
handling regulations can be found in
information provided by the health authorities.

Storage and Handling

• Always store lubricants where they cannot be
accessed by children.

• Never store lubricants in open or unlabelled
containers.

Fresh Oil

• Apart from taking the usual care and obser­ving hygiene rules, there is no need to take
any special precautions when handling fresh
oil.

Waste Oil

• Waste oil can contain harmful contaminants
which may cause skin cancer, allergies and
other illnesses.

Attention!

Oil is a toxic substance. Should you swallow
any oil, do not try to vomit. Contact a doctor
immediately.
Protect your hands with barrier cream or wear
gloves to avoid contact with the skin. Wash
off any traces of oil thoroughly with soap and
hot water.

In the case of prolonged skin contact,
lubricants - especially low-viscosity oils - may
remove the natural layer of fat contained in
the skin, resulting in dryness and possible
irritation .

It is important to take extreme care when
handling waste oil as it may contain other
irritants.

Vapours given off by cleaning agents and oils
are also a potential health hazard.
You should therefore not carry any oily cloths
around. Change soiled work clothing as soon
as possible.

• Wash your skin thoroughly with soap and water.

• Use special cleaning agents to clean any
dirt off your hands.

• Never wash oil residue from your skin with
petrol, diesel fuel or paraffin.

• Avoid skin contact with any oily clothing.

• Do not keep any oily rags in your pockets.

• Wash soiled clothing before wearing it
again.

• Ensure that any oily footwear is disposed of in
the proper manner.

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Measures in case of injury
through oil

Eyes:

Should any oil be splashed into your eyes,
rinse with water for 15 minutes. If the eye is
still irritated, contact a doctor immediately

If oil is swallowed

If oil is swallowed, it is important not to induce
vomiting. Contact a doctor immediately.

Skin irritation caused by oil

In case of prolonged skin contact, wash off
the oil with soap and water.

Oil Spills

Use either sand or a suitable granular
absorbent to soak up any spilt oil. Dispose of
the oil-contaminated absorbent in the proper
manner.

5.12 Lubricants &
Hydraulic Oil

Hydraulic System

The hydraulic fluid from the tractor is mixed
with the hydraulic fluid from the machine.

The supplied machine hydraulic system
contains Total AZOLLA ZS 32 oil.

Lubricants

All lubricating points on the machine can be
lubricated with multigrade lubricating grease
as specified in DIN 51825 KP/2K - 40.

Oil Fires

Never use water to extinguish an oil fire. The
oil will float on the water causing the fire to
spread.

Burning oil-lubricant must be extinguished
using a carbon dioxide powder or foam
extinguisher. Always wear respiratory
equipment when dealing with fires of this type.

Waste Oil Disposal

Oil-contaminated waste and used oil must be
disposed of in accordance with current
legislation.

Waste oil must be collected and disposed of
in accordance with local regulations. Never
pour used oil into unsealed sewage systems
or drains or onto the ground.

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6. Faults and Remedies

CultiPress Troubleshooting

Fault Possible cause Remedy

6. Faults and Remedies

Front roll axle starts to

block regularly.

Rear roll axle starts to

block regularly.

Shorten work drawbar cylinder

Machine running too tail low.

Front to rear ring tracking out

of alignment.

Roll axle is not tight. Tighten axle.

Ground condi tions too wet.

Machine running too tail high.

until main frame is horizontal or

just tail low.

Reduce quantity of shims in

depth stop unit.

Reset ring centres to run rear

rings centrally between the front

Wait for more suitable

condi tions.

Lengthen work drawbar cylinder

until main frame is horizontal or

just tail low.

Increase quantity of shims in

depth stop unit.

rings.

Levelling boards drop at

headland turns.

Levelling boards become

unphased.

Roll axle is not tight. Tighten axle.

Ground conditions too wet

Front to rear ring tracking out

of alignment

Rear roll scrapers incorrectly

adjusted.

Tractor spool valve in float

position.

Tractor spool valve in float

position.

Wait for more suitable

conditions

Reset ring centres to run rear

rings centrally between the front

Set scrapers to run just clear of

rings and centrally between each

Operate levelling boards using

pressure only.

Operate levelling boards using

pressure only.

rings

ring.

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Notes

Space for Notes:

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