PST DUO FLE FLEX PST DUO FLE SUPREMA FLEX OPERATOR’S MANUAL

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Introduction PST DUO FLEX and PST DUO FLEX SUPREMA planters were specially designed to work on rough soils that have level curves and also to work on broad-based terraces, assuring a greater uniformity in the depth of the row units. They feature depth control, that along with the unaligned double discs, provides a soil compaction with higher efficiency and a better flow rate of straw. It can be adjusted without using any tool. Equipped with a fertilizer metering that has an auger with internal coating, which ensures a greater precision and uniformity in the metering process. Another advantage...

Table of contents 1. To the owner 2. To the operator Working safely Working safety standards Lifting points Safety decals 3. Data sheet 4. Components 5. Assembly Unaligned double discs assembly sequence Drawbar assembly Extensors assembly Drawbar articulation for storage Drawbar parts Drawbar resting position Wheel support hydraulic circuit Assembly of the row unit (rear part) Hydraulic row marker Row marker hydraulic circuit Sequence valve operation 6. Set-up instructions Preparing the tractor / equipment Hitching to the tractor Coupling the hydraulic hose to the tractor / Light hitching socket...

Table of contents Fertilizer unaligned double disc adjustment Opening the seed furrows Service platform Seed depth and floating range of the row units Gauge wheels adjustment Auxiliary depth control / Wheel support springs adjustment Finishing instructions Row markers / Working angle Troubleshooting guide Operations - important points 8. Maintenance Lubrication Lubricate every 10 and 50 hours of service Self-lubricating system Fertilizer metering maintenance Row unit front part Disc blade adjustment Changing and adjusting the unaligned double discs Row hubs How to replace the transmission chains...

Table of contents Single seed hopper 1. Assembly Hopper support and single seed hopper Row units rear part assembly 2. Adjustments and operations Single seed hopper output 3. Maintenance Cleaning the seed hopper PRECISION PLANTING 1. Assembly Row units rear part assembly (Precision Planting metering) Hydraulic turbine assembly Turbine with hydraulic motor / Hydraulic activation Air duct assembly for a single seed hopper system / Air duct assembly Air and seed duct assembly (Single seed hopper) Coupling to the free return Air turbine hydraulic circuit assembly 2. Set-up instructions Stopping the...

To the owner The acquisition of any TATU product assures to the original purchaser the following rights: • Warranty certificate; • Operator's manual; • Technical assistance by the dealer on equipment delivery. However, the owner must check the condition of the equipment on delivery, as well as knowing the warranty terms. Special attention should be given to the safety recommendations, operation precautions and maintenance of the equipment. The instructions in this manual indicates how to get the best performance and allow the operator to get maximum income, increasing the equipment lifetime....

To the operator Be careful with the environment Dear operator! Respect the ecology. Do not throw trash away. This gesture of goodwill helps to protect our environment. Products such as oil, fuel, filters, batteries and others must not be spilt over the soil as they can penetrate to the underground layers, thus compromising nature. Ecological and conscious disposal of them should be done. Working safely • Security aspects must be carefully observed to avoid accidents. • This symbol is a warning used to prevent accidents. • The instructions near this symbol refers to the safety of the operator,...

To the operator Never use your bare hands to check hydraulic leaks, the high pressure can cause injuries. Never attempt to change the adjustments, clean or lubricate the equipment when the same is switched on or in movement. Be careful while driving on slopes. Risk of overturn. Prevent that chemical products (i.e.: fertilizers, treated seeds) make any contact with your skin or clothes. Keep access and work places clean or free from oil and grease. Risk of accidents. Never transport the equipment on highways or paved roads during the night. Avoid that the tractor wheels touch the drawbar in sharp...

To the operator • Only trained and qualified personnel are allowed to operate the equipment. • While working or during transportation, only the presence of the operator is allowed on the tractor. • Do not allow children to play near or over the equipment, while it is operating, during transportation or storage. • Have full knowledge of the soil before starting to work. Use the speed which is suitable to the conditions of the ground or pathways to be covered. Provide the delineation of obstacles or hazardous locations. • Use personal protective equipment (PPE). • Wear appropriate clothes and footwear....

To the operator Transportation over truck or trailer Marchesan recommends to consult the traffic norms as well as to be sure that the equipment has all traffic signs required to carry out the transportation before transporting the equipment over the road. The transportation for long distances should be done on truck, trailer or others by following these safety guidelines: • Use adequate ramps to load or unload the equipment. Do not make the loading on ditch banks, as it can cause a serious accident; • When lifting with a hoist, use the appropriate points to lift; • Use the jacks to support the...

To the operator Working safety standards It is important to have knowledge not only about the functioning, operation of the equipment and its technologies, but also the working legal aspects when using the equipment, such as: safety standards, operator's manual and working safety. The equipment and tools used on the rural area must be properly handled, otherwise health and safety of involved personnel may be compromised. The operator must be capable and authorized to operate the tractor, meaning that that person must comprehend the functioning instructions of the tractor and know about the safety...