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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
HOEING MACHINE
EC-WEEDER
en-GB | Item no. 17513597 | BA 02/05-2022

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  • Page 1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HOEING MACHINE EC-WEEDER en-GB | Item no. 17513597 | BA 02/05-2022...
  • Page 2 Pass these instructions to all users / owners. Original instructions © 2022 | This documentation is copyright protected. All rights remain with Machinefabriek Steketee BV, Lieve Vrouwepoldersedijk 1a, 3243 LA Stad aan ’t Haringvliet/Netherlands. The texts, diagrams and drawings must not be duplicated, distributed or disclosed in any other way,...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Table of contents About these instructions............................1 1.1 Introduction................................. 1 1.2 Target groups..............................2 1.3 Applied presentations............................. 2 1.3.1 Signal words and hazard statements...................... 2 1.3.2 Symbols and text markings........................3 1.3.3 Direction specifications..........................4 1.4 Further applicable documents........................4 Safety....................................
  • Page 4 Table of contents 4.4.2 Attach hoeing implement........................47 Road travel................................. 52 5.1 Information on road travel........................... 52 5.2 Preparing for road travel..........................53 Operation................................... 54 6.1 Basic procedure............................... 54 6.2 Basic operation..............................56 6.2.1 Lowering and raising the stands......................56 6.2.2 Lifting and lowering hoeing elements mechanically..............
  • Page 5 Table of contents 9.2.7 Soil working tools............................103 9.3 Lubricating..............................104 9.3.1 Lubrication schedule..........................104 9.3.2 Lubricate components via grease nipples..................105 9.3.3 Grease components..........................107 Troubleshooting and error correction...................... 109 10.1 Finding and eliminating errors correctly................... 109 10.1.1 Before troubleshooting on the machine..................109 10.1.2 When troubleshooting and eliminating errors................
  • Page 6 Table of contents en-GB | Item no. 17513597 | BA 02/05-2022...

  • Page 7: About These Instructions

    About these instructions About these instructions Introduction Observe the operating instructions These operating instructions are important and belong to the machine's scope of delivery. These operating instructions must be available to the user at the place of use. Always read chapter "Safety" before using the machine for the first time.

  • Page 8: Target Groups

    About these instructions Initial commissioning These operating instructions do not describe initial commissioning. INFORMATION Prior to operation, initial commissioning and instruction in operation, setting and maintenance must have been carried out by the dealer. Target groups The target groups of these operating instructions are operators, users and service personnel of the machine.

  • Page 9: Symbols And Text Markings

    About these instructions Other notices and information Signal word Meaning NOTE Indicates tips and useful information for the user ENVIRONMENTAL Indicates notices and special measures PROTECTION regarding environmental protection 1.3.2 Symbols and text markings Symbol, text Meaning marking In front of and in texts Marking for routine maintenance tasks ●...

  • Page 10: Direction Specifications

    About these instructions 1.3.3 Direction specifications The direction specifications used in the text (left, right, front and rear) refer to the direction of travel of the tractor when moving forwards, i.e. in normal operation. Further applicable documents Further documents to be observed: Operating instructions of the tractor For partially assembled or disassembled delivery: Mounting instructions...

  • Page 11: Safety

    Safety Safety Intended use The machine is used for mechanical weed control between and in rows of crops on agricultural land. It may only be used in accordance with the recognised rules of good agricultural practice. Limitations The crops must be planted in parallel and in rows. The distance between the rows must be at least 15 cm throughout.
  • Page 12 Safety Operating instructions The operating instructions are part of the machine. The machine is intended exclusively for use in accordance with these operating instructions. Applications of the machine not described in these oper‐ ating instructions may result in personal injury or death or property damage.

  • Page 13: Requirements Of Operators, Users And Service Personnel

    Safety Requirements of operators, users and service personnel Operators Operators within the meaning of these instructions are obliged to inform all the users about correct application of the machine and the respective hazards. This can be done on the basis of these operating instructions. Opera‐ tors are responsible for ensuring that the operating instructions are always available at the machine and that the users observe the oper‐...

  • Page 14: Hazardous Areas

    Safety Hazardous areas If the hazardous areas are not heeded, this may result in death or serious injury to personnel. Only once all persons have left the hazardous areas: Switch on drives and motors. Any work required while the motor or drive is running in a hazardous area requires special attention and precautions.
  • Page 15 Safety Hazardous area between the tractor When standing between the tractor and machine, there is a risk due to and machine tractor movements or sudden machine movements. Secure the tractor against rolling away. ► Before operating the linkage: Keep all persons away from the ►...
  • Page 16 Safety Behaviour during flashover of over‐ Flashovers cause high electrical voltages on the outside of the tractor- head lines machine combination. Large voltage differences occur on the ground around the tractor-machine combination. Large steps, lying down or supporting yourself on the ground may cause life-threatening electrical currents (step voltage).

  • Page 17: Workplaces And Passengers

    Safety Risk of injury at the hydraulic system The hydraulic system is under high pressure. Leaking hydraulic oil can penetrate through the skin into the body. Risk of injury to body parts, face, eyes and unprotected skin areas The hydraulic oil may be hot. The hydraulic oil is harmful to health.

  • Page 18: Technically Perfect Condition

    Safety Technically perfect condition Operation only after proper prepara‐ Operational safety of the machine cannot be guaranteed without tions proper preparations in accordance with these operating instructions. This may result in fatal or serious injuries. Use the machine only after proper preparations. ►...

  • Page 19: Safe Handling

    Safety Modifications at the machine Structural modifications and extensions can impair the functionality and operational safety of the machine. This may result in fatal or serious injuries. Auxiliary equipment and spare parts that do NOT comply with the man‐ ufacturer's requirements may negatively affect the operational safety of the machine and cause accidents.

  • Page 20: Driving The Tractor-Machine Combination

    Safety 2.6.2 Driving the tractor-machine combination Different driving behaviour Mounted or trailed machines change the driving characteristics of the tractor. The driving characteristics also depend on the operating status, the filling or loading and on the subsoil. If the driver does not consider changed characteristics, accidents may occur.
  • Page 21 Safety Keeping the safety devices fully func‐ Existing and fully functional safety devices protect against death or tional serious personal injury. Replace damaged safety devices. ► Install dismantled safety devices before commissioning. ► Move the safety devices to the protective position. ►...

  • Page 22: Design And Description

    Design and description Design and description Machine overview Hoeing machines are made up of a large number of assembly groups. Each hoeing machine is configured for a specific application and is therefore individual. Hoeing machines differ in the following characteristics: Rear mounting or front mounting Type and size of the frames (e.
  • Page 23 Design and description Hoeing implement, rear mounting with folding frame Lighting equipment Headstock: Lower link recesses Stands Headstock: Top link recess Toolbar Folding device with hydraulic ram Basic frame Hoeing element with tools Support wheel Hoeing implement, rear mounting with rigid frame Track disc Headstock: Top link recess (lower link recesses not shown) Toolbar...
  • Page 24 Design and description Hoeing implement, front mounting with rigid frame Headstock: Lower link recesses Headstock: Top link recess Stand Support wheel Front linkage Toolbar (profile tube) Hoeing element with tools en-GB | Item no. 17513597 | BA 02/05-2022...
  • Page 25 Design and description Hoeing implement, front mounting with folding frame Headstock: Lower link recesses Headstock: Top link recess Toolbar (square tube) Support wheel Folding device with hydraulic ram Hoeing element with tools Description of the hoeing elements: Ä see page 27 Description of the tools: Ä...
  • Page 26 Design and description Electro-hydraulic devices Hydraulically operated hoeing machine have the following electro- hydraulic devices: Housing for job computer, central control valve and other hydraulic components Lever for ball valve "LS" Pressure gauge Oil pressure accumulator for hydraulic pressure Oil pressure accumulator for lifting function Lever for ball valve "B"...

  • Page 27: Machine Safety

    Design and description Hydraulic hoses and lines Hoses and lines of hydraulically operated hoeing implements: Hose for Load Sensing: LS Hose for Load Sensing: Pressure ("P") Hose for Load Sensing: Return ("T") ISOBUS line CAN bus line Pressure sensor line Hoses for the pressure system of the hydraulically liftable elements INFORMATION Not shown:...
  • Page 28 Design and description Reading the operating instructions Incorrect use or operation of the machine can result in death or serious injury. Before commissioning: Read and observe the operating instructions. ► Follow the instructions for action. ► Overhead lines Danger due to electric current! This will result in death or serious injury. Keep distance to overhead lines.
  • Page 29 Design and description Folding range Danger due to machine components being folded out. This will result in death or serious injury. When the tractor is running: Do NOT remain in the folding range of the machine. ► Area between the tractor and machine A tractor with the engine running can make or cause unintentional movements.

  • Page 30: Safety Devices

    Design and description 3.2.2 Safety devices 3.2.2.1 Lighting equipment and identification The marking and the lighting equipment increase safety while driving on the road. For public road traffic, the machine must be equipped with the fol‐ lowing components in accordance with national regulations: Marking Lighting equipment Front lighting equipment...

  • Page 31: Type Plate

    Design and description 3.2.2.2 Stabilisation Stand INFORMATION To ensure the machine is stable, two stands are mounted, depending on the machine. Stand Screw Opening for fixing the pin in the upper position The stand ensures that the dismantled machine is stable. When mounted, the stand is folded up again.

  • Page 32: Headstock

    Design and description Company logo Manufacturer *For machines with an EU type-approval number, the permissible total mass is equal to the sum of the permissible axle loads. Headstock The headstock has been designed according to standard ISO 730. The headstock is used to connect the machine to the three-point linkage of the tractor.

  • Page 33: Hoeing Elements

    Design and description Hoeing elements The hoeing elements are mounted on the toolbar and form the tool carriers. The following types of hoeing elements are available: Basic-Element Standard version for frame height 50 cm As a special version for frame height 70 cm or 100 cm Mechanical lifting TRS-Element For frame height 70 cm...
  • Page 34 Design and description Basic-Element Examples of Basic-Elements The Basic-Element includes: Depth guiding wheel with crank for depth adjustment Tool holder for 3 tools Parallelogram with lifting mechanism Fastening element for toolbar – For square tube – For profile tube , here in heightened version for frame height 70 cm TRS-Element The TRS-Element has the same design as the Basic-Element.
  • Page 35 Design and description Combi-Element Examples of Combi-Elements Depth guiding wheel The Combi-Element includes: Crank Depth guiding wheel with crank for depth adjustment and Scale for depth adjustment scale (not shown) Tool holder Sliding part Tool holder for 5 tools and sliding parts Parallelogram Parallelogram Latch...

  • Page 36: Tools

    Design and description Finger weeder arm Mechanical finger weeder arm The mechanical finger weeder arm includes: 2 vertical springs Vertical springs for adjusting the pressure Hydraulic finger weeder arm 2 horizontal springs Pin with handle (not shown) for locking the arm in operating Hydraulic ram position or parking position The hydraulic finger weeder arm...
  • Page 37 Design and description Hoeing tools Tool L-blade on the A-blade on the L-blade on the A-blade on the Duck-foot share rigid or cropped rigid or cropped vibro holder vibro holder Application Basic-Element, Combi-Element, TRS-Element In stone-free soils Also in stony soils (knife can swerve) Mode of action Undercuts the weeds.
  • Page 38 Design and description Trailing tools: Harrow Tool Torsion weeder Harrow, 8 tines Harrow, 4 tines Harrow, 6 tines Harrow, 8 tines Application Basic-Element, Basic-Element Combi-Element, Combi-Element, Combi-Element, Combi-Element, TRS-Element TRS-Element TRS-Element TRS-Element For sensitive Row distance up Row distance Row distance Row distance crops to 50 cm...
  • Page 39 Design and description Tool Harrow, 10 tines Harrow, 12 tines Harrow, 16 tines Rotor weeder Application Combi-Element, Combi-Element, Combi-Element, Combi-Element, TRS-Element TRS-Element TRS-Element TRS-Element Row distance 45 cm Row distance Row distance Also under stony and 50/60 cm 70/75/80 cm encrusted soil, after mulch sowing Also in the row (Intra-Row) when the harrow is set wider than the...
  • Page 40 Design and description Trailing tools: Weeders Tool Finger weeder Brush weeder Crumble rotor, fixed Crumble rotor, adjustable Application Basic-Element, Basic-Element, Basic-Element Combi-Element, Combi-Element TRS-Element For straight germinated weeds in crop rows For row distance 50 cm (Intra-Row) (Intra-Row) Closer to the crop The crops must be well developed and stable.
  • Page 41 Design and description Protection tools Tool Small protection disc Serrated protection Short portection Long protection disc shield shield Application Basic-Element Combi-Element, Basic-Element Combi-Element, TRS-Element TRS-Element For heavy, hard soils Mode of action Protect the crop from the soil moved by the knives. Cut the soil slightly along the row of plants Glide over the soil so that it does not break up further.
  • Page 42 Design and description Earthing-up tools Tool Earthing-up share with Flat heelers Earthing-up share point Application Combi-Element, Basic-Element, Combi-Element, TRS-Element Combi-Element, TRS-Element TRS-Element Used to earth up the soil Lighter version without Used to earth up the soil and hoe the weeds at the point and hoe the weeds at the same time so that an A-...
  • Page 43 Design and description Tool Large ridging Large ridging Large ridging Small ridging Small ridging Small ridging body body body body body body right left On both sides On both sides right left Application Combi-Element, TRS-Element Is used to return the ridge to its original shape. Can only be used with lifted finger weeders or brush weeders Mode of Shapes and compresses ridges...

  • Page 44: Control

    Design and description Disc tools Tool Cutting disc Hoeing disc Application Basic-Element, Basic-Element, Combi-Element, Combi-Element, TRS-Element TRS-Element Mode of action Especially for young and sensitive Cut the weeds on the sides of the crops ridge up to very close to the plant. Cut a track in the soil and thus prepare the soil for the following blades.

  • Page 45: Operating Menu Of Section Control

    Design and description LEMKEN ISOBUS operation terminal The implement control is operated via an ISOBUS operation terminal, e.g. LEMKEN CCI 1200. LEMKEN ISOBUS operation terminal: LEMKEN CCI 50 LEMKEN CCI 200 LEMKEN CCI 800 LEMKEN CCI 1200 An ISOBUS operation terminal can also be combined with additional (AUX) input devices for the ISOBUS.
  • Page 46 Design and description Operating menu The operating menu features the following displays and buttons: Position / Button Meaning Green field: Hoeing element is in the ground. Missing green field: Hoeing element has been lifted. Coloured bar: Display of the various operating modes Grey: GPS not active (as with the "AUTO"...
  • Page 47 Design and description Buttons Adjust the compacting pressure. Corresponds to Manually lift the hoeing elements individually one after the other. Left: Starting with the first hoeing element Right: Starting with the last hoeing element Manual lifting overrides automatic lifting. Manually lower the hoeing elements individually one after the other. Left: Starting with the last hoeing element Right: Starting with the first hoeing element Manual lowering overrides automatic lowering.

  • Page 48: Attaching

    Attaching Attaching Checking suitability of the tractor WARNING Risk of accident due to unsuitable tractor If the tractor is not suitable for the machine, compo‐ nents of the machine may be overloaded and the tractor- machine combination may not be steered safely. This may result in accidents with injuries or death of persons or damage to the machine.

  • Page 49: Checking Suitability Of Combination Machine

    Attaching Checklist Axle loads Ä Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines, page 126 Determine the axle loads and the required ballasting. Tyre load capacities Ä Tyres and wheels, page 116 Determine the carrying capacity index of the tyres. The carrying capacity index must be compatible with the weight of the machine and the speed travelled.

  • Page 50: Attaching The Implement

    Attaching Checklist Check chains and stabilisers Observe the instructions of the tractor manufac‐ turer. Check free movement of the check chains and stabil‐ Working in the field: isers. The lower links must be fixed (no lateral move‐ Aim: ment). Central position of the implement behind the Road travel: tractor when driving on public roads The lower links must be fixed (no lateral move‐...

  • Page 51: Attachment Options

    Attaching 4.4.1 Attachment options Depending on the equipment, the hoeing implement is mounted to the rear or the front of the tractor. Rear mounting options: Attachment of the hoeing implement only Attachment of a combination implement (e. g. a steering frame) with the hoeing implement –...
  • Page 52 Attaching Overview of the attachment options Hoeing implement without combination implement Rear mounting of a hoeing implement Front mounting of a hoeing implement Hoeing implement with combination implement (steering frame) Rear mounting of a hoeing implement with firmly Rear mounting of a hoeing implement to a steering mounted steering frame frame en-GB | Item no.

  • Page 53: Attach Hoeing Implement

    Attaching 4.4.2 Attach hoeing implement Rear mounting of the implement to The hoeing implement is equipped with a headstock which is con‐ the tractor nected to the three-point linkage of the tractor or combination imple‐ ment. 1. Switch the hydraulics of the three-point linkage to position control for attachment.
  • Page 54 Attaching Top link recess with pin 15. Select attachment position for the top link. Lower link recesses with pins The top link must be mounted parallel to the ground with a slight incline to the implement. ATTENTION: If the top link rises sharply towards the implement, the hoeing implement, when folded, can damage the tractor cab.
  • Page 55 Attaching Attachment of the implement to a Like the tractor, the combination implement is equipped with a head‐ combination implement stock. The combination implement is first mounted to the tractor. The hoeing implement is then mounted to the combination imple‐ ment.
  • Page 56 Attaching Attachment of a double hitch frame For use on different crops, the toolbar can be equipped with a double hitch frame. This double hitch frame allows the implement to be mounted in two different positions. The implement can then be mounted centrally or laterally offset from the tractor’s centre.
  • Page 57 Attaching Connection with coupling A-frame For connection to a coupling A-frame, the hoeing implement can be equipped with a quickhitch counterpart: Quickhitch counterpart The quickhitch counterpart corresponds to ISO 11001-2. ATTENTION When visibility is poor, have a second person help with manoeuvring.

  • Page 58: Road Travel

    Road travel Road travel Information on road travel Laws on driving on public roads differ in many countries. Pay particular attention to local laws and regulations regarding the ► following points: Driving on public highways Maximum permissible transport height Maximum permissible transport width Maximum permissible transport weight Lighting equipment Markings...

  • Page 59: Preparing For Road Travel

    Road travel Preparing for road travel Checks before road travel Checklist Connections of the machine to the tractor The top link pin must be secured. The connections of the lower links to the lower link recesses must be secured. Folding of the machine A folding machine must be folded in and secured against unintentional folding out, e.g.

  • Page 60: Operation

    Operation Operation Basic procedure Preconditions for a successful hoeing process √ The crops stand in a straight and parallel row. √ The working width is equal to the sowing or plant width. The more precisely the seeds are sown, the closer the hoeing implement can hoe to the crops.
  • Page 61 Operation 4. Set the same working depth for all hoeing elements. Ä Chapter 6.3.6 ‘Adjusting working depth of hoeing elements’ on page 85 5. Lower the implement in the working row. 6. Drive at a steady speed along the rows of crops. Observe the hoeing elements while driving.

  • Page 62: Basic Operation

    Operation Basic operation 6.2.1 Lowering and raising the stands Depending on the equipment, the implement can be equipped with two or more stands. During operation, the stands are fixed in the upper position. Precondition: √ The tractor implement combination is secured against rolling away. To lower the stands: 1.

  • Page 63: Lifting And Lowering Hoeing Elements Mechanically

    Operation 6.2.2 Lifting and lowering hoeing elements mechanically The following hoeing elements are lifted or lowered mechanically: Basic-Elements TRS-Elements Combi-Elements with lifting mechanism Finger weeder arms with lifting mechanism INFORMATION For uniform weed control, the working depth must be identical for all elements. After lifting and lowering the hoeing elements several times, the user must check the working depth.
  • Page 64 Operation Lift Basic-Element/TRS-Element 1. Grasp the Basic-Element/TRS-Element at a fixed component and lift it, e. g. at the tool holder or at the rear of the parallelogram 2. Attach the catch hook at the pin Lower Basic-Element/TRS-Element 1. To release the catch hook, slightly lift the Basic-Element/TRS-Ele‐ ment.
  • Page 65 Operation Lifting tool A lifting tool is supplied for lifting and lowering: Lifting tool When not used, the lifting tool is hooked into a holder on the Holder outer Combi-Element. Lift Combi-Element mechanically 1. With the latch in the raised position and the released catch hook, insert the lifting tool into the lifting mechanism.
  • Page 66 Operation 6.2.2.3 Lift finger weeder arm mechanically Finger weeders are mounted as trailing tools on spring-loaded arms. If the finger weeders are not needed, the double spring arms with the mounted finger weeders can be folded up in two steps. Left: Finger weeder arm in operating position.

  • Page 67: Lifting And Lowering Hoeing Elements Hydraulically

    Operation 6.2.3 Lifting and lowering hoeing elements hydraulically The following hoeing elements are lifted or lowered hydraulically: Combi-Elements with hydraulic ram Finger weeder arms with hydraulic ram (only in combination with hydraulic Combi-Elements) Combi-Elements with hydraulic ram for hydraulic movement Finger weeder arm with hydraulic ram for hydraulic movement Combi-Element and finger weeder arm are always moved together.
  • Page 68 Operation Applications Depending on the machine equipment, three applications are possible for the manual lifting and lowering of the hoeing elements Section Control: Pressure only Lifting only Pressure and lifting Hydraulic hose at the ram: Bottom Top and bottom Lift: –...
  • Page 69 Operation Hydraulic function Explanation Load Sensing, always Load Sensing is recommended so that the oil only flows when it is needed. with T and P For Load Sensing, the ball valve above the oil tank must be closed (set at right angles to the line).

  • Page 70: Lift And Lower Hoeing Elements With Gps

    Operation 6.2.4 Lift and lower hoeing elements with GPS 6.2.4.1 Section Control and GPS About the GPS function The control Section Control (Section Control) is able to process GPS data of the tractor. The control determines which areas the tractor has already driven and is currently driving on.
  • Page 71 Operation Speeds when driving with GPS system When working with the GPS system, the tractor implement combina‐ tion must travel at a speed of at least 3 km/h, as GPS is not accurate enough at lower speeds. If the tractor drives slower and does not process GPS signals, the hoeing elements remain in the current posi‐...

  • Page 72: Adjusting The Machine

    Operation Adjusting the machine 6.3.1 Required adjustments prior to operation Unless otherwise specified, the user can carry out the adjustments described below both at the farm and in the field. ATTENTION Risk of destroying crops The user must check adjustments and measurements made at the farm before working in the field and correct them, if required.

  • Page 73: Align Hoeing Implement With Support Wheels

    Operation 6.3.2 Align hoeing implement with support wheels To ensure the hoeing implement operates successfully and drives stably through the existing crops, the user must align the implement. This involves the following working steps: Adjust the height of the toolbar. Align the tool holder horizontally.
  • Page 74 Operation 6.3.2.2 Height adjustment for various types of support wheels Prepare height adjustment In order to be able to loosen the height adjustment fasteners on ► the support wheels: Lift the hoeing implement to the pressureless zone using the tractor’s three-point linkage. The type of height adjustment differs for the various types of support wheels.
  • Page 75 Operation Support wheels with one clamping screw Front mounted: Basic-Elements The height of the support wheel is fixed on the mounting tube using one clamping screw 1. Undo the clamping screw. 2. Measure the distance. 3. Slide the support wheel to the desired height. 4.
  • Page 76 Operation Long track discs Hoeing elements can have track discs instead of the support wheels or in addition to the support wheels. Long track discs have two fixed height positions. 1. Dismantle the pin 2. Move the track disc retainer. 3.
  • Page 77 Operation 6.3.2.3 Length adjustment for various types of support wheels The length of the following support wheels can be adjusted: Set screw for the length adjustment of the support wheel at the slanted tube Set screw for the length adjustment of the support wheel with a To adjust the length: 1.

  • Page 78: Align Hoeing Implement Without Support Wheels

    Operation 6.3.3 Align hoeing implement without support wheels Hoeing implements without support wheels are aligned with the lower links and top link of the tractor. 6.3.3.1 Adjust height of the toolbar 1. Lift the toolbar of the hoeing implement to the required height using the rear hydraulics of the tractor: Basic-Elements: 50 cm ground clearance (with special versions 70 cm or 100 cm)

  • Page 79: Check And Adjust Distances Of The Hoeing Elements

    Operation 6.3.4 Check and adjust distances of the hoeing elements The hoeing elements are attached ex works to the toolbar at distances appropriate to the crop. In order to be able to adjust the hoeing ele‐ ments exactly to the current condition of the crop, the user must check the distances and tool widths and correct any deviations.
  • Page 80 Operation Move hoeing elements on the toolbar Attachment of a hoeing element on a profile toolbar Attachment of a finger weeder arm on a profile toolbar Attachment of a hoeing element on a square tube Attachment of a finger weeder arm on a square tube CAUTION Risk of being crushed at moving mechanical compo‐...
  • Page 81 Operation Move tools on the sliding parts Sliding parts screwed into tool holders on the arm of a finger weeder Sliding parts screwed into tool holders on a Combi-Element Sliding part on a Basic-Element The outer tools are screwed onto sliding parts. Depending on the variant, the user can move the tools on the sliding parts or the sliding parts themselves in the tool holders in transverse direction.

  • Page 82: Selecting And Adjusting Tools

    Operation 6.3.5 Selecting and adjusting tools The user must use the tools in a crop-friendly manner. In the course of the season, as the height of growth, the roots and the resistance of the crop increase, the weed control tools can be adjusted more aggressively.
  • Page 83 Operation 6.3.5.1 Basic operation The tools are attached as follows: Tool attachment Knives, weeders, harrows, protection discs and ridgers on the Basic- Element, Combi-Element or TRS-Element Finger weeders on spring-loaded arm The tool legs are screwed into the sliding parts with hexagon bolts. The sliding parts are either screwed directly to the hoeing element or into tool holders.
  • Page 84 Operation Adjusting the working width and To adjust the working width: depth – Move the tool outwards or inwards on the sliding part, or – move the sliding part with a tool outwards or inwards. Ä Chapter 6.3.4 ‘Check and adjust distances of the hoeing ele‐ ments’...
  • Page 85 Operation Finger weeder Aggressiveness Increasing aggressiveness due to attachment position: One behind the other, side by side, interlocked. With Combi-Element: Through compression springs on the arm. Tighten and relieve springs using the crank. The finger weeder arm can be lifted to a parking position Ä see page Crumble rotor Width 1.
  • Page 86 Operation Rotor weeder Aggressiveness of the tines The aggressiveness of the tines is determined by the angle to the direction of travel and the pressure on the ground. Adjust the angle to the direction of travel: 1. Undo the hexagon nut on the expansion bush 2.
  • Page 87 Operation Small protection discs Working width 1. Undo the screw 2. Move the legs in the retainer tube. 3. Retighten the screw. Working depth 1. Undo the screw 2. Adjust the arm length. 3. Retighten the screw. Serrated protection disc Parking position The serrated protection discs are attached to a spring .
  • Page 88 Operation Short protection shield Working width 1. Undo the screw under the retainer tube for the legs. 2. Move the legs in the retainer tube. 3. Retighten the screw. Hexagon bolt en-GB | Item no. 17513597 | BA 02/05-2022...
  • Page 89 Operation Long protection shield Parking position 1. Use your hand to lift the protection shield to above the height of the lip 2. Remove the peg 3. Rotate the latch downwards. 4. Insert the peg. ð The protection shield is held in this position. Latch Change installation position on the longitudinal rail 1.
  • Page 90 Operation Adjusting heavy hoeing disc Horizontal inclination To adjust the angle of the disc for soil removal, lengthen or shorten the expansion bush 1. Undo the hexagon nut 2. Turn the expansion bush in the desired direction. 3. Tighten the nut. Expansion bush Vertical inclination Screw for index bar...

  • Page 91: Adjusting Working Depth Of Hoeing Elements

    Operation Earthing-up share: Width 1. Undo the screws 2. Lengthen or shorten the expansion bush ð The shares open or close. 3. Tighten the screws. Screws 6.3.6 Adjusting working depth of hoeing elements Expansion bush Targets: All hoeing elements are set to the same depth. For full-surface cultivation, the knives –...
  • Page 92 Operation Working depth of the Combi-Element The depth guiding wheel of the Combi-Element has a scale for depth guiding measurement. 1. Undo the screw and handle 2. Use the crank to adjust the height of the wheel. 3. Tighten the handle. 4.

  • Page 93: Setting Menus Of Section Control

    Operation 6.3.7 Setting menus of Section Control The control Section Control is used to lift and lower hydraulic hoeing elements during travel. The basic functions are described elsewhere Ä Operating menu of Section Control, page 39. Ä Lift and lower hoeing elements with GPS, page 64. ‘Settings’...
  • Page 94 Operation Position / Button Meaning 5 ‘Minimum Speed Limit [x] km/u’ : Enter minimum speed in km/h for receiving GPS signals. This may be helpful if the GPS signals are weak. The lower the speed, the stronger and more constant GPS signals need to be. A guidance value for the minimum speed is 3 km/h.
  • Page 95 Operation Position / Button Meaning Enter the pressure for lowering (see also main menu). Enter the dead band value for pressure. Recommended value: Between 2 and 10 kg. The more the actual pressure at the set pressure fluctuates, the higher the setting of the dead band value needs to be. Open the ‘Section Control Timing’...
  • Page 96 Operation Position / Button Meaning ‘No. of Sections’ : Number of sections ‘Boom Width’ : Total width of the toolbar The value results automatically from the sections. ‘Section Width’ : Sections Sections for each row Half width for the outer rows, when cultivating in outward and return travel. NOTE: This data is automatically transferred to the software when the configured hoeing machine is electrically connected to the tractor with the operation terminal.
  • Page 97 Operation ‘Section Control Timing’ menu ‘Section Control Timing’ menu Position / Button Meaning ‘On Delay’ : Delay when lowering Sets the delay (-10,000 ... +10,000 ms) of the elements when lowering via GPS. ‘Off Delay’ : Delay when lifting Sets the delay (-10,000 ... +10,000 ms) of the elements when lifting via GPS. ‘VT Number’...

  • Page 98: Test Run

    Operation Test run A test run is necessary: Prior to starting work: To ensure the hoeing implement has been adjusted correctly Each time the crop or field is changed Carry out test run Preconditions: ► Procedure according to Ä Chapter 6.2 ‘Basic operation’ on page 56 Procedure: 1.
  • Page 99 Operation √ Observe the basic procedure Ä , see page 54. 1. Position the tractor-machine combination. 2. Fold out the folding machine. DANGER: If the machine comes into contact with an overhead line when being folded, there is a danger of a fatal electric shock. 3.
  • Page 100 Operation 11. After the headland: Do not lower the machine into the soil until driving straight for‐ ward. 12. After working in the field, remove soil from the machine. 13. Prepare the machine for road travel. en-GB | Item no. 17513597 | BA 02/05-2022...

  • Page 101: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Cleaning and care After working in the field Remove soil from the implement. ► ð No soiling of roads: Soil remains in the field. Cleaning with high-pressure cleaner The user can clean the machine with the high-pressure cleaner. When cleaning, the user must observe the following: ATTENTION Damage due to cleaning with a high-pressure cleaner...

  • Page 102: Detaching Machine

    Detaching machine Detaching machine Preparing detaching 1. Move the machine to a parking place with a level surface with sufficient bearing capacity. WARNING: A folded in machine may overturn after being parked on UNSUITABLE subsoil. 2. Lower the stands. Ä See page 56 3.

  • Page 103: Maintenance And Repair Work

    Maintenance and repair work Maintenance and repair work Maintaining the machine properly Personnel Certain activities, e.g. working on hydraulic hoses, should only be car‐ ried out by service personnel. These activities are marked with the symbol and in the maintenance schedule in the SERVICE PERSONNEL column.

  • Page 104: Maintenance

    Maintenance and repair work Maintenance 9.2.1 Maintenance schedule Chap. Task to execute 9.2.2 Check the top link pin and the lower link ● ● pin at the headstock 9.2.3.1 Check tyres ● 9.2.3.1 Checking air pressure ● 9.2.3.1 Checking wheel nuts ●...

  • Page 105: Tractor Connection

    Maintenance and repair work 9.2.2 Tractor connection Check the top link pin and the lower link pin at the headstock 1. Visual inspection of the top link pin and the lower link pin the headstock for: Damage Wear 2. Replace damaged or worn pins. Top link pin 9.2.3 Frame...

  • Page 106: Checking Air Pressure

    Maintenance and repair work Checking air pressure WARNING Risk of accident due to incorrect air pressure Excessive air pressure in the tyres may cause them to burst. Insufficient air pressure can lead to overloading of the tyres. This will have a negative influence on accu‐ rate follow-on of the machine.

  • Page 107: Checking Safety Devices

    Maintenance and repair work Checking parallelograms of the hoeing elements The parallelograms of the hoeing elements (basic and combination ) are suspended in a movable manner. 1. Observe bolted connections. Check moving parts for play. 2. If a parallelogram is too loose laterally: Retighten screws. Parallelogram Basic-Element 9.2.4 Checking safety devices...

  • Page 108: Electrics

    Maintenance and repair work Replacing hydraulic hoses Personnel: Service personnel Replace hydraulic hoses every 6 years (according to date of manu‐ ► facture). ð Only use hydraulic hoses approved by the manufacturer, see spare-parts list. Check hydraulic connections 1. Check the hydraulic connections for the following when pressure‐ less: Damage Leakages...

  • Page 109: Soil Working Tools

    Maintenance and repair work 9.2.7 Soil working tools Check soil cultivation implements Visual inspection ► Damage Wear Replace damaged or worn soil cultivation implements. Check sharpness of knife 1. Check hoeing knife and duck-foot shares for sharpness. 2. Grind or replace blunt knives. en-GB | Item no.

  • Page 110: Lubricating

    Maintenance and repair work Lubricating 9.3.1 Lubrication schedule INFORMATION The lubrication points are colour coded on the machine. Chap. Task to execute 9.3.2 Lubricate folding toolbar ● ● 9.3.2 Lubricate finger weeder ● ● ● 9.3.2 Lubricate axle bearing of rotor weeder ●...

  • Page 111: Lubricate Components Via Grease Nipples

    Maintenance and repair work 9.3.2 Lubricate components via grease nipples Lubricate folding toolbar ► Lubricate 1 lubricating point on each side of the folding toolbar. Grease nipple at folding toolbar Lubricate finger weeder ► Lubricate 1 lubricating point on each finger weeder. Grease nipple Lubricate axle bearing of rotor weeder...

  • Page 112: Lubricate Arm Of Rotor Weeder

    Maintenance and repair work Lubricate arm of rotor weeder ► Lubricate 1 lubricating point on each arm of the rotor weeder. Grease nipple Lubricate track disc ► Lubricate 1 lubricating point on each track disc. Grease nipple Lubricate parallelogram of Basic-Ele‐ ment and TRS-Element The lubricating points of Basic-Element and TRS-Element are identical.

  • Page 113: Grease Components

    Maintenance and repair work Lubricate long guard plate There is 1 lubricating point on each axle of the movable arms, i.e. 4 lubricating points on each guard plate: Lubricate 8 lubricating points on the 8 axles of both long guard ►...

  • Page 114: Grease Piston Rods

    Maintenance and repair work Grease piston rods Grease piston rods with an acid-free grease. ► Grease surfaces Grease uncoated surfaces that can rust. ► en-GB | Item no. 17513597 | BA 02/05-2022...

  • Page 115: 10 Troubleshooting And Error Correction

    Troubleshooting and error correction 10 Troubleshooting and error correction 10.1 Finding and eliminating errors correctly 10.1.1 Before troubleshooting on the machine 1. Park the tractor/machine combination. 2. Secure the tractor/machine combination to prevent it from rolling away. 3. When working on folding machines: Fold out the folding parts of the machines or secure them against folding out.

  • Page 116: Error - Cause - Remedies At A Glance

    Troubleshooting and error correction 10.2 Error - Cause - Remedies at a glance Fault description Cause Remedy The hoeing implement does not The support wheels do not stay Use track discs instead of support wheels. drive straight on the track in in the track.
  • Page 117 Troubleshooting and error correction Fault description Cause Remedy Lifting of the hoeing implement Two control units DW are sub‐ is slow or not possible at all. jected to continuous flow. No pressure displayed on the Pressure has exceeded 70 bar. Have the error rectified by service pressure gauge personnel.

  • Page 118: Shutdown And Disposal

    Shutdown and disposal 11 Shutdown and disposal 11.1 Shutdown When the machine can no longer be used, it is dismantled and broken down into its components. Special knowledge is required to dismantle the machine. CAUTION Risk of accidents due to discharge of stored energy Springs are under tension.

  • Page 119: Technical Data

    Technical data 12 Technical data 12.1 Dimensions Rear-mounted attachments and front- Data Value Unit mounted attachments Working width, minimum 1300 mm Working width, maximum 13000 mm Transport width, minimum 1500 mm Transport width, maximum 3600 mm Front-mounted attachments Data Value Unit Length, minimum 1200 mm Length, maximum...

  • Page 120: Performance Data

    Technical data WARNING Risk of accident due to incorrect ballasting The hoeing implement can be lighter or heavier than when delivered, depending on the equipment with hoeing elements and tools. – To determine the actual weight and for correct bal‐ lasting: Weigh the implement.

  • Page 121: Connection Data

    Technical data 12.4 Connection data 12.4.1 Electrical connections Voltage sources Consumer Voltage Direct connection Power socket [Volt] to the tractor battery Lighting equipment According to DIN ISO 1724 Lighting equipment According to ISO 1185 (Canada, USA) ISOBUS socket According to DIN 11783 ●...

  • Page 122: Operating Materials

    Technical data 12.6 Operating materials Operating mate‐ Lifting only Pressure only Lifting and pres‐ Lifting and pres‐ rials (implement with (implement with sure sure 2 small pressure 1 large pressure (implement with (implement with tanks) tank) 2 small pressure 2 small pressure tanks and 1 large tanks and 2 large pressure tank)

  • Page 123: Connecting Equipment At The Implement

    Technical data 12.8 Connecting equipment at the implement Permitted categories for cross shafts Data Value and top link pins Cross shaft, category Cross shaft, category Cross shaft, category Cross shaft, category Top link pin, category 2 (Æ 26 mm] Top link pin, category 3 (Æ...

  • Page 124: Index

    Index Index Cleaning ....... 95 In the field ......95 Air pressure .
  • Page 125 Index Hoeing elements Adjust working depth ....85 Earthing-up tools ......36 Check and adjust distances .
  • Page 126 Index Labels ....... . . 14 Operating menu ......39 Operating speed .
  • Page 127 Index Protection discs Safety sticker Adjust ......81 Checking ......101 Protection shield Section Control Long .
  • Page 128 Index Tyre pressure ......100 horizontal alignment, hoeing implement without support wheels ....72 Tyres Tool width .

  • Page 129: Appendix

    Appendix Appendix en-GB | Item no. 17513597 | BA 02/05-2022...

  • Page 130: A Tightening Torques

    Tightening torques Tightening torques General information about bolted connections 1. Identify screw connections. Check identification marking on the screw and nut if necessary. Check the description in the spare-parts list. 2. Secure screw connections with once loosened self-locking nuts against self-loosening. Use one of the following measures: Use new self-locking nuts.
  • Page 131 Tightening torques Screws and nuts made of V2A Diameter Tightening torque [Nm] 1.37 Wheel bolts and wheel nuts Diameter Tightening torque [Nm] M18x1.5 M20x1.5 M22x1.5 en-GB | Item no. 17513597 | BA 02/05-2022...

  • Page 132: B Calculation Of Axle Load And Ballasting For Mounted Machines

    Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines The calculation of the axle loads and required ballasting is based on data from the operating instructions for the tractor and machine. The result of the calculation is a guide value for an initial assessment of the axle loads and the required ballasting.
  • Page 133 Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines Data acquisition for calculating axle loads Abbreviation Description Value Unit Tractor data from the operating instructions or determined by weighing Permissible gross weight of the tractor [kg] G_zul Permissible front axle load [kg] V_zul Permissible back axle load...
  • Page 134 Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines Minimum ballasting, FrontG Vmin rear-mounted machine Enter the calculated value in the result table. Minimum ballasting, RearG Hmin front mounted machine Enter the calculated value in the result table. Actual gross weight G Enter the calculated value in the result table.
  • Page 135 Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines Results for tractor/implement combination Create a result table for each tractor that is used: Actual value Permitted value Double permis‐ according to calculation according to tractor sible tyre load- or measurement operating instruc‐...

  • Page 136: C Cross Shaft Overview

    Cross shaft overview Cross shaft overview To determine the cross shaft or lower link connection: Determine the dimensions shown in the sketch on the machine. Compare the dimensions with the data in the table. The category of the three-point linkage must match with the cate‐ gory of cross shaft or lower link connection.
  • Page 138 Machinefabriek Steketee BV Lieve Vrouwepoldersedijk 1a 3243 LA Stad aan ’t Haringvliet Telephone: +31 187 616-100 Email: verkoop@steketee.com Internet: http://www.steketee.com member of the LEMKEN group...

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