Great Plains P16867 User Manual

From Serial No. 18009156

P16867 07/05/09

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Declaration of Conformity

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY

Simba International Limited hereby declare that the Simba X-Press Trailing Kit, as defined by the Serial
Number attached to the Machine Chassis, conforms with the following Directives and Regulations, and has
been certified accordingly.

EC Machinery Directive 98/37/EC.

The Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 1992 (S.I. 1992/3073) as amended
(S.I. 1994/2063 and S.I. 2005/831).

The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1992 (S.I. 1992/2932).

Specifically related harmonised standards are:

EN ISO 12100-1: 2003 (Safety of Machinery).

EN ISO 12100-2: 2003 (Safety of Machinery).

EN 1553: 2000 (Agricultural machinery - agricultural self-propelled, mounted,
semi-mounted and trailed machinery - common safety requirements).

THE MANUFACTURER:

Simba International Limited
Woodbridge Road
SLEAFORD
Lincolnshire
NG34 7EW
England

Telephone (+44) (0)1529 304654.

CERTIFIED ON BEHALF OF SIMBA INTERNATIONAL LIMITED:

Rod Daffern

Director

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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: May 2009

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

Contents .......................................................................................................................... 6

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 Changing Equipment ............................................................................................ 12

1.5.3 During Operation .................................................................................................. 12

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

1.7 Operating Areas ................................................................................................... 13

1.8 Authorised Operators ........................................................................................... 13

1.9 Protective Equipment ........................................................................................... 13

2. Transportation and Installation.................................................... 14

2.1 Delivery ................................................................................................................ 14

2.2 Transportation ...................................................................................................... 14

2.3 Installation ............................................................................................................ 14

2.4 Hitching Up........................................................................................................... 15

2.4.1 Hitching up a Tractor to an X-Press / Preparing for Transport ................................ 15

2.5 Folding and Unfolding ........................................................................................... 15

2.5.1 Unfolding into the Work Position ........................................................................... 15

2.5.2 Folding into the Transport Position........................................................................ 15

2.5 When driving on the road ...................................................................................... 16

2.6 Parking the machine ............................................................................................. 16

3. Adjustment/Operation ................................................................... 17

3.1 Description........................................................................................................... 17

3.2 Work Settings....................................................................................................... 18

3.4 Work Instructions ..................................................................................................19

3.5 Parking the machine ............................................................................................. 19

3.6 Checks................................................................................................................. 19

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4. Servicing and Maintenance .......................................................... 20

4.1 Servicing .............................................................................................................. 20

4.2 Cleaning ............................................................................................................... 20

4.3 Operator Support ................................................................................................. 20

4.4 Maintenance Intervals ........................................................................................... 20

4.5 Wheel Hubs .......................................................................................................... 20

4.6 Maintenance Overview ......................................................................................... 21

4.7 Overview of Lubricating Points ............................................................................. 21

4.8 Lubricating the Machine........................................................................................ 22

4.9 Handling of Lubricants .......................................................................................... 22

4.10 Lubricants & Hydraulic Oil ..................................................................................... 23

5. Parts & Assembly .......................................................................... 25

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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 X-Press.

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 X-Press Trailing Kit 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 X-Press Trailing Kit 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 X-Press Trailing Kit is designed
solely to enhance 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.

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

1.5.3 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 suitable 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, and

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 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!

• 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.

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

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1. Safety Data

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.

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:

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).

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.

In the case of hydraulic cylinders that have
been cleaned using high pressure equipment
ensure that all hydraulic circuits are functional
and pressurised fully in both directions. This
provides the necessary coating of oil onto
cylinder rods after cleaning.

• Tight fitting clothing.

•Strong protective gloves (to provide
protection against sharp-edged machine
components).

• Protective goggles (to stop dirt getting into
your eyes).

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

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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 Trailing Kit is normally delivered, fully
assembled on a machine. Some Trailing Kits
may be delivered as a package of parts
requiring assembly onto an X-Press.

• 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 X-Press 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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