2011-FoldingDefoliator

2011-FoldingDefoliator
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2011-FoldingDefoliator

Product catalog summary
Introduction
This manual provides guidance for the operation and maintenance of the Beet Defoliator, emphasizing safety, operational procedures, and maintenance guidelines to ensure reliable performance.
General Information
The Beet Defoliator is designed for 8-12 rows with specific row spacing and operational dimensions. It requires a tractor PTO speed of 1000 RPM and specific tire specifications. Optional attachments include scalpers and different types of flails.
Safety Rules
Operators must be trained and adhere to safety protocols, including wearing protective gear and ensuring all safety shields and decals are intact. The equipment should not be operated with safety shields removed.
Dealer and Owner Responsibilities
Dealers must ensure proper assembly and installation, complete checklists, and register warranties. Owners should thoroughly read the manual and perform regular maintenance using genuine parts to maintain warranty validity.
Operation and Maintenance
Detailed instructions are provided for operating the Beet Defoliator, including starting, transporting, and troubleshooting. Regular maintenance checks are crucial for safety and equipment longevity.
Transporting
Ensure proper weight distribution on the tractor's front wheels to prevent tipping. Follow local lighting and marking requirements during transport.
Operation Guidelines
Operate only under safe conditions, avoiding alcohol or drug influence. Follow all safety measures, including using seat belts and ROPS systems, and avoid steep slopes.
Maintenance Procedures
Only qualified personnel should perform maintenance not covered in the manual. Use original parts and ensure proper lubrication and hydraulic system maintenance.
Storage Instructions
Follow manual instructions for safe storage, keeping children and bystanders away.
Pre-Delivery and Delivery Checklists
Dealers must inspect equipment thoroughly and demonstrate safety procedures to customers.
Principal Components
The Defoliator includes assemblies for wings and center frame, with optional attachments like scalpers and steering struts.
Pre-Operation Checklist
Ensure all safety decals and guards are in place, check hardware and tire pressures, and verify PTO and hydraulic system readiness.
Hydraulic and Electrical Systems
Ensure the tractor's hydraulic system meets specifications and that electrical connections are secure.
Safety Warnings and Precautions
Emphasizes the importance of safety, particularly when raising or lowering wings, and the need for proper cylinder locks.
Field Operation
Adjust the Defoliator according to field conditions for optimal performance, considering factors like soil moisture and beet varieties.
Optional Features
Includes rear steering and scalpers, requiring specific handling and adjustments.
Owner Service and Maintenance
Safety during maintenance is crucial, with specific lubrication instructions and intervals provided.
Annual Maintenance Tasks
Includes oil changes, bearing inspections, and greasing to ensure equipment longevity.
Troubleshooting
A guide is provided for diagnosing and resolving common issues, with dealer contact information for unresolved problems.
Parts Index
Includes a detailed list of parts for various components, ensuring proper assembly and maintenance.
Conclusion
The manual is a comprehensive resource for safe and efficient operation, emphasizing adherence to guidelines and safety rules to prevent accidents and ensure equipment longevity.
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TO THE DEALER: Assembly and proper installation of this product is the responsibility of the Alloway dealer. Read manual instructions and safety rules. Make sure all items on the Dealer’s Pre-Delivery and Delivery Check Lists in the Operator’s Manual are completed before releasing equipment to the owner. The dealer must complete the Warranty Registration included in this manual. Both dealer and customer must sign the registration which certifies that all Dealer Check List items have been completed. The dealer is to return the prepaid postage portion to Alloway, give one copy to the customer,...

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The purpose of this manual is to assist you in operating and maintaining your Beet Defoliator. Read it carefully. It furnishes information and instructions that will help you achieve years of dependable performance. These instructions have been compiled from extensive field experience and engineering data. Some information may be general in nature due to unknown and varying operating conditions. However, through experience and these instructions, you should be able to develop procedures suitable to your particular situation. The illustrations and data used in this manual were current at the time...

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Weight (Scalper Attachment):

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SAFETY RULESATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped out by a single careless act of an operator. In addition to the design and configuration of equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, prudence and proper training of personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of equipment. It has been said “The best safety device is an informed, careful operator.” We ask you to be...

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SAFETY RULESATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! (Safety Rules continued from previous page) ■ Power unit must be equipped with ROPS or ROPS CAB and seat belt. Keep seat belt securely fastened. Falling off power unit can result in death from being run over or crushed. Keep foldable ROPS systems in “locked up” position at all times. ■ Connect PTO driveline directly to power unit PTO shaft. Never use adapter sleeves or adapter shafts. Adapters can cause driveline failures due to incorrect spline or incorrect operating length and can result in personal injury or death.■ Inspect rubber...

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SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! (Safety Rules continued from previous page) ■ Do not operate or transport on steep ■ Always comply with all state and local lighting slopes. and marking requirements. ■ Use extreme care and reduce ground speed ■ Never allow riders on power unit or on slopes and rough terrain. attachment. ■ Do not operate or transport equipment while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. OPERATION ■ Do not operate or transport equipment while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. ■ Equipment may be pictured with covers open for instructional...

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SAFETY RULESATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! (Safety Rules continued from previous page) ■ AVOID INJURY OR DEATH FROM POWER LINES: • Stay away from power lines. • Electrocution can occur without direct contact. • Check clearances before raising implement. • Do not leave the operator’s seat if any part of the tractor or implement contacts electric lines. ■ Before servicing, adjusting, repairing or unplugging, stop tractor engine, place all controls in neutral, set park brake, remove ignition key, and wait for all moving parts to stop. ■ Before working underneath a raised implement,...

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SAFETY RULES ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! (Safety Rules continued from previous page) ■ Make certain all movement of implement ■ Ensure shields and guards are proper- components has stopped before approaching ly installed and in good condition. Replace if ■ Do not handle blades with bare hands. Careless or improper handling may result in serious injury. ■ Tighten all bolts, nuts and screws to torque chart specifications. Check that all cotter pins are installed securely to ensure equipment is in a safe condition before operating. ■ Ensure all safety decals are installed. Replace...

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CHECK LISTS PRE-DELIVERY CHECK LIST DELIVERY CHECK LIST Inspect the equipment thoroughly after assembly to ensure it is set up properly before delivering it to the customer. ѩѩ Show customer how to make adjustments and select proper PTO speed. (DEALER’S RESPONSIBILITY) (DEALER’S RESPONSIBILITY) ѩѩ Show customer how to make adjustments. The following check lists are a reminder of points to inspect. Check off each item as it is found satisfactory or after proper adjustment is made. ѩѩ Instruct customer how to lubricate and explain importance of lubrication. ѩѩ Check that all safety decals are installed...

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Safety is a primary concern in the design and manufacture of our products. Unfortunately, our efforts to provide safe equipment can be wiped out by an operator’s single careless act. In addition to the design and configuration of equipment, hazard control and accident prevention are dependent upon the awareness, concern, judgement, and proper training of personnel involved in the operation, transport, maintenance and storage of equipment. It has been said “The best safety device is an informed, careful operator.” We ask you to be that kind of operator. Alloway Equipment Company follows the general...

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SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Replace Immediately If Damaged! 2. 506-3-0193 Shield Missing Warning 3. 506-3-0194 Shield Missing Warning (Safety Decals continued on next page)

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SAFETY & INSTRUCTIONAL DECALS ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! Replace Immediately If Damaged! A 5. 506-3-0195 Hydraulic Pressure Warning GUARD MISSING. DO NOT OPERATE. A WARNING_ MANUAL CONTAINER AND MANUAL ARE MISSING ■ REPLACE AND READ BEFORE OPERATING. ■ KEEP MANUAL CONTAINER AND MANUAL MOUNTED IN THIS LOCATION. (Available from dealer or call 1-800-319-6637.) FAILURE TO FOLLOW MANUAL INSTRUCTIONS AND SAFETY RULES CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. 506-3-0192 GUARD MISSING. DO NOT OPERATE. 6. 506-3-0192 Manual Container Warning A DANGER 11. 903-17456 Driveline Safety Sign...

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