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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