Great Plains SN-11999-12005 User Manual
P14054 07/10/05
From Serial No. 11999 to 12005
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Operating Instructions
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 01529 304654.
CERTIFIED ON BEHALF OF SIMBA INTERNATIONAL LIMITED.
Philip J. Wright. BSc (Hons) C Eng. MI Agr.E
Technical 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: October 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.: 01529 304654
Fax: 01529 413468
E-Mail: simba.international@simba.co.uk
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 .............................................................................. 10
1.3 Operational Safety .............................................................................................. 11
1.3.1 No Liability for Consequential Damage ............................................................... 11
1.4 Road Traffic Safety .............................................................................................. 11
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........................................................................................... 12
1.5.4 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 the Press / Preparing for Transport ................................. 15
2.5 Folding and Unfolding ......................................................................................... 16
2.5.1 Unfolding into the Work Position ..........................................................................16
2.5.2 Folding into the Transport Position ...................................................................... 17
2.6 When driving on the road ..................................................................................... 18
2.7 Parking the machine ........................................................................................... 18
3. Technical Data 8-10m Press Range ............................................ 19
4. Adjustment/Operation .................................................................. 20
4.1 Description ......................................................................................................... 20
4.1.1 UniPress ............................................................................................................. 20
4.1.2 X-Press .............................................................................................................. 21
4.1.3 CultiPress ........................................................................................................... 22
4.2 Pro-Active Tines (UniPress & CultiPress models only) ......................................... 23
4.3 Disc Units (X-Press models only) ........................................................................ 23
4.4 Levelling Boards ................................................................................................. 24
4.5 Double Disc Roller ..............................................................................................24
4.6 Out-Rigger Wheels .............................................................................................. 24
4.7 Work Settings ..................................................................................................... 25
4.7.1 General Instructions For All Machine Variations ................................................... 25
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4.8 Depth Control ...................................................................................................... 26
4.9 Adjusting Tine Depth (UniPress and CultiPress models only) ............................... 26
4.9.1 Placing Tines Deeper into Work .......................................................................... 26
4.9.2 Lifting the Tines Out of Work ................................................................................ 26
4.10 Out-Rigger Wheel Adjustment.............................................................................. 27
4.11 Levelling Boards (if fitted) .................................................................................... 27
4.12 Transport wheel adjustment ................................................................................. 27
4.12.1 Adjusting the Transport Wheel Height ................................................................. 27
4.13 Adjusting Disc Angle (X-Press model only) ......................................................... 28
4.14 Work Instructions ................................................................................................. 28
4.15 Parking the machine ...........................................................................................29
4.16 Checks ............................................................................................................... 29
5. Ser vicing and Maintenance ......................................................... 35
5.1 Servicing ............................................................................................................. 35
5.2 Cleaning ............................................................................................................. 35
5.3 Disc Hub Maintenance ........................................................................................ 35
5.3.1 Bearing Seals ..................................................................................................... 36
5.3.2 Reassembly ........................................................................................................ 36
5.4 Pro-Active Tine Points ......................................................................................... 36
5.5 Double Disc Axles ............................................................................................... 36
5.6 Wing Pitch .......................................................................................................... 36
5.7 Hydraulics ........................................................................................................... 37
5.9 Operator Support ................................................................................................ 37
5.8 Preparation for Storage ....................................................................................... 37
5.10 Maintenance Intervals .......................................................................................... 37
5.11 Maintenance Overview ........................................................................................ 38
5.12 Overview of Lubricating Points ............................................................................ 39
5.13 Lubricating the Machine ...................................................................................... 40
5.14 Handling of Lubricants ......................................................................................... 40
5.15 Lubricants & Hydraulic Oil ................................................................................... 41
6. Faults and Remedies ................................................................... 42
7. Parts and Assembly ..................................................................... 43
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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 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!
1.2 Use for the Intended
Purpose
The SIMBA Press 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.
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.
The SIMBA Press 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.
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1. Safety Data
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.
1.4 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).
1.3.1 No Liability for
Consequential Damage
The Press has been manufactured by SIMBA
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).
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
1.5 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.
connections between the tractor and the
machine should be colour-coded in order to
avoid incorrect use.
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!
Any hydraulic system containing an
accumulator can remain under
pressure permanently (even after
following manual depressurisation
procedures with a tractor /
implement combination). It is
therefore important to check all
lines, pipes, and screw
connections regularly for leaks and
any recognisable external
damage.
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
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, and
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.
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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.
When carrying out servicing and maintenance
work, retighten any loose screw connections.
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 should be hitched to a
tractor and driven off a low-loader.
2.2 Transportation
The Press can be transported on public roads
by hitching it up to a tractor or on a low-loader.
It is important to observe the permitted
dimensions and weights when
transporting the machine.
If the machine is transported on a trailer
or a low-loader, it must be secured
using straps or other devices.
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!
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.
Lubricate all nipples and joints!
Check all hydraulic connections and
lines for damage.
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