Great Plains P13114 2009 Operator Manual - Manual (Page 28)

CultiPress
Operating Instructions
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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.
Beware of stones being thrown by
the spring action of tines returning
from their stressed state in work.
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?
• Regularly inspect the machine for damage
and signs of overloading (stress cracks on
welded joints, frame distortion)
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?
4. Adjustment / Operation