Great Plains Simba Flatliner 500 FW Operator Manual
Operator Manual
Simba Flatliner 500 FW
Great Plains
Manufacturing, Inc.
www.greatplainsmfg.com
Read the operators manual entirely. When you see this symbol,
the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious - follow
without exception. Your life and the lives of others depend on it!
Illustrations may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit.
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS
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Declaration of Conformity
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Simba International Limited hereby declare that the Great Plains Simba Flatliner 500, as dened by the
Serial Number attached to the Machine Chassis, conforms with the following Directives and Regulations,
and has been certied accordingly.
EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.
The Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008.
The Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations 1998.
Specically related harmonised standards are:
EN ISO 12100-1: 2003 (Safety of Machinery).
EN ISO 12100-2: 2003 (Safety of Machinery).
EN ISO 4254-1: 2009 (Agricultural machinery - Safety - General 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:
Colin Adams
Managing 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 specic 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 prot 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 notied 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
notied 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 tted 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 specically 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 Certicate 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 Identication
Machine Identication
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
Dealer Address: Name: ________________________________________
Street: ________________________________________
Place: ________________________________________
Tel.: ________________________________________
Dealer’s Customer No.: ______________________________
Great Plains Address:
Great Plains Simba
Woodbridge Road Ind. Est.
Sleaford
Lincolnshire
NG34 7EW
Tel.: +44 (0) 1529 304654
Fax: +44 (0) 1529 413468
E-Mail: simba@greatplainsmfg.com
Great Plains Customer No.: ____________________________
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Contents
Table of contents
Machine Identication .......................................................................................................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
1.4 No liability for Consequential Damage ...................................................................11
1.5 Trafc Safety ..........................................................................................................12
1.6 Accident Prevention ...............................................................................................12
1.6.1 Hitching-up the Machine ........................................................................................12
1.6.2 On the Hydraulic System .......................................................................................12
1.6.3 Changing Equipment .............................................................................................13
1.6.4 During Operation ...................................................................................................13
1.7 Servicing and Maintenance ...................................................................................13
1.8 Operating Areas .....................................................................................................14
1.9 Authorised Operators .............................................................................................14
1.10 Protective Equipment .............................................................................................14
2. Transportation/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 Simba Flatliner 500 / Preparing for Transport ...........16
2.5 When Driving on the Road .....................................................................................16
2.6 Parking the Machine ..............................................................................................16
3. Technical Data ................................................................................ 17
4. Adjustment/Operation .................................................................... 18
4.1 Description .............................................................................................................18
4.2 Tines ......................................................................................................................19
4.3 Pro-Lift Wings .......................................................................................................19
4.4 Double Disc Roll ....................................................................................................20
4.5 Operation ...............................................................................................................21
4.6 Using Shims ...........................................................................................................22
4.7 Work Instructions ..................................................................................................23
4.8 Parking the Machine ..............................................................................................23
4.9 Checks ...................................................................................................................23
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5. Servicing and Maintenance ............................................................ 24
5.1 Servicing ................................................................................................................24
5.2 Cleaning .................................................................................................................24
5.3 Changing Tine Points and Wings ...........................................................................24
5.4 Hydraulics ..............................................................................................................24
5.5 Trip Reset Tine Hydraulics .....................................................................................25
5.5.1 Valve Setting Sequence - Factory Settings ...........................................................26
5.5.2 Valve Adjustment to Suit Field Conditions .............................................................26
5.6 Double Disc Axles ..................................................................................................27
5.7 Preparation for Storage .........................................................................................27
5.8 Operator Support ...................................................................................................27
5.9 Maintenance Intervals ............................................................................................27
5.10 Maintenance Overview ..........................................................................................28
5.11 Lubricating the Machine .........................................................................................30
5.12 Handling of Lubricants ...........................................................................................30
5.13 Lubricants ..............................................................................................................31
6. Faults and Remedies ...................................................................... 32
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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!
Great Plains 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 reserv e t h e r i g ht to alter
illustrations as well as technical
data and weights contained in these
Operating Instructions for the purpose
of improving the machine.
Warranty Guidelines
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.
All warranty claims must be submitted to
Great Plains via your dealer.
These operating instructions are to be read
and followed by all persons working on or
with the machine, e.g.:
• Oper ation (including p repar ation ,
remedying of faults in the operating
sequence and servicing).
• Ma i n t e nan c e ( m a int e n a n ce an d
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 your dealer. This conrms
your formal acceptance of the machine.
The warranty period begins on the date of
delivery.
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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
Rea d an d observe the
Opera t ing In s tructio n s
befor e start ing 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 uids! Follow
the instr uction s 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 r e a c h into a n y
revolving parts!
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1. Safety Data
R e f e r t o O p e r a t i n g
I n s t r u c t i o n s b e f o r e
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.
All references to left and right in this manual
are made from the rear of the machine, facing
the direction of travel (unless otherwise
stated).
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1. Safety Data
1.2 Use for the Intended
Purpose
The Great Plains Simba Flatliner 500 is
built using the latest technology and in
accordance with the relevant recognised
safety regula tions. 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 Great
Plains 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 nonoriginal Great Plains products may have
a detrimental effect on specific design
features of the machine and affect the safety
of machine operators and the machine
itself. Great Plains will accept no liability
for damage resulting from the use of nonoriginal parts or accessories.
The Great Plains Simba Flatliner 500 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. Great Plains will accept no liability for
damage resulting from improper use. The
risk will be borne solely by the operator.
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 Great Plains. The “Machine
Registration” form is to be completed and
returned to your dealer.
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 retig hten if
necessary.
In th e even t of malfunc tions,
stop and secure the machine
immediately.
Ensure that any faults are remedied
immediately.
1.4 No Liability for
Consequential Damage
The Simba Flatliner 5 0 0 h a s b e e n
manufactured with great care. However,
problems may still occur when it is used for
the intended purpose. These may include:
• Worn wearing parts.
• Damage caused by external factors.
• Incorrect driving speeds.
• Incorrect setting of the unit (incorrect
attachment, non-adherence to the Setting
instructions).
Use of the Simba Flatliner 500 behind high
power tractors (in excess of 40% above the
maximum recommended) can lead to high
loads and stresses which can cause long
term structural damage to the chassis and
key components. Such overloading can
compromise safety and is to be avoided.
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Therefore, it is crucial to always
check your machine before and
during operat i o n f o r c o rrect
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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