Maintenance; When The Machine Is New; Every 8 Hours Of Operation; Every Fifty Hours Of Operation - Gaspardo MONICA 250 Gebrauch Und Wartung

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5.0 MAINTENANCE

The following is a list of various maintenance operations to be
carried out periodically. Reduced operating costs and a longer
lasting seeding machine depend, among other things, on the
methodical and constant observation of these rules. With the
safe and practical safety hitch the planting unit can be lifted for
maintenance work and checks (Fig. 27).
- The maintenance periods listed in this manual are only
intended as a general indication and apply to normal
operating conditions. They may, therefore, vary depending
on service condi-tions, dust factors, seasonal factors, etc.
For heavier conditions of service, maintenance will, of
course, have to be carried out more frequently.
- Before injecting grease, the nipples must be cleaned to
prevent mud, dust and foreign bodies from mixing with the
grease which would reduce or totally annul the effect of
the lubrication.
ATTENZIONE
- Always keep oils and grease out of the reach of children.
- Always read the warnings and precautions on the
containers carefully.
- Avoid skin contact
- After use wash thoroughly.
- Dispose of the used oils and polluting liquids in conformity
with the laws in force.

5.0.1 WHEN THE MACHINE IS NEW

- After the first eight hours of operation, check that all the bolts
are still tight.
5.0.2 AT THE BEGINNING OF THE SEEDING SEASON
- Check the pressure of the tyres (see technical data table).
- Check the tensioning and the state of wear of the drive chains.
- Check the fixing and the state of wear of all the suction tubes
and the delivery tubes for fertilizer and other chemical products.
- Run the seeding machine loadless, the airflow clears the pipes
of condensation and removes any impurities.
5.0.3 EVERY EIGHT HOURS OF OPERATION
- Grease the universal joint spiders.
- Grease the pin of the seeding depth control wheels (1 Fig. 52).
- Check the tensioning of the aspirator belt.

5.0.4 EVERY FIFTY HOURS OF OPERATION

- Inspect the condition of the seed plates; if any of the pegs are
missing or bent, replace the plate with an original spare; if
there are circular scratches on the plates they must not exceed
1/3 of the disc thickness.
- Clean the inside of the seed distributor with water and petrol;
replace the cover seal if necessary.
- Grease the row-marker arm pin.
- Check the tightness of all the screws.

5.0.5 EVERY SIX MONTHS

- Oil the height adjuster screw and the tilted rear wheel screw (2-
3 Fig. 52).
- Grease the self-aligning bearings of the drive wheels.
- Grease the bevel gear pair of the Cardan shaft (4 Fig. 52).

5.0.6 EVERY 400 WORKING HOURS

- Change the speed change gear oil completely with SAE30-type
oil (2,5 Kg).
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USE AND MAINTENANCE

5.0.7 REST PERIODS

At the end of the season, or if a long period of rest is foreseen it
is advisable to:
- Wash the equipment thoroughly with water, especially the
chemical substance hoppers, then dry them.
- Carefully check for worn or damaged parts and replace then
where required.
- Adjust the belt of the diffusion air pump and and replace it if
necessary.
- Firmly tighten all screws and bolts.
- Oil all the drive chains and apply lubricant to all unpainted parts.
- Protect the equipment with a (nylon) cover.
- Then position it stably in a dry place out of the reach of
unauthorized people.
It is in the interests of the user to follow these instructions carefully,
as when work recommences, he will find the equipment in perfect
condition.

6.0 DEMOLITION AND DISPOSAL

This operation is to be carried out by the customer.
Before demolishing the machine, you are advised to carefully
check its physical condition and ascertain whether there are any
parts of the structure that may be susceptible to structural collapse
or breakage during demolition.
The customer should operate in compliance with the environment
protection laws in force in his/her country.
The machine demolition operations should be carried out by
skilled personnel only, equipped with suitable protective
clothing (safety footwear and gloves) and auxiliary tools and
equipment.
All the disassembly operations for demolition should be carried
out with the machine stopped and detached from the tractor.
Before demolishing the machine, you are advised to render
harmless all the parts that may be a source of danger and
therefore:
- scrap the structure using specialized firms,
- remove any electrical apparatus according to the laws in force,
- collect oils and greases separately, to be disposed of through
specialized firms, in accordance with the regulations of the
country in which the machine was used.
When the machine is demolished the CE mark should be
destroyed together with this manual.
Last but not least, we remind you that the Manufacturer is
always available for any and all necessary assistance and
spares.
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