During Seeding; The End Of Operation; Daily Rest Period - GASPARDO SP SPRINT Empleo Y Mantenimiento

5.6 DURING SEEDING

- During seeding, periodically check that the seeds are di-
stributed and planted properly and at the correct density. If
necessary, take appropriate measures. Frequent seeding
inspections ensure the quality of the fi nal work.
Choose a work speed that is suitable for the conditions and
desired seeding regularity.
MASCHIO GASPARDO S.p.A. disclaims any liability for irre-
gular seeding due to failure to adjust the seed drill, failure to
carry out periodic inspections during seeding or on external
seed drill elements (type, conformation, humidity level and
preparation of the seed bed, weather, etc.).
- After having performed all the operations above, the seed drill is
ready to work. However, it is recommended to do trial planting
for a few metres to check that seed deposition is taking place as
desired, namely check that the amount of seeds per linear meter
corresponds to that intended. Example: if the longitudinal planting
distance set is «d = 16 cm», this means that in 160 cm (L) there
must be 11 seeds (10 spaces) as shown in the fi gure below.
1 2 3 4 5
- During the planting process, check the distribution of the seeds
often. If this is not accurate, check the selector and the transmission
ratios.
- At the end of each run, during the direction change manoeuvre, the
vacuum pump must always stay on to keep the seeds attached to
the distributor discs.
- If there is a loss or decrease of suction, check that the pipes are
not damaged or clogged; if so, replace or clean them, checking
the aspirator belt also.
- During seed drilling, periodically check the pressure of the tyres
in accordance with the values shown in the "TECHNICAL DATA"
table. Flat tyres cause irregular seed planting.
- The shape, dimensions and material of the drive shaft ela-
stic pins have been selected for reasons of safety. The use
of non-original or more resistant pins could cause serious
dam- age to the seeding machine.
- Start the power take-off gradually; sudden movements are
harmful to the aspirator belt.
- Avoid curves with the machine grounded, and do not work
in reverse. Always lift it when changing direction or rever-
sing.
- Do not work with the power take-off synchronized with the
wheels.
- Do not exeed the number of revolutions per minute indicated
on the power take-off.
- Never push the tractor to maximum revs.
- Maintain a seed planting speed that is compatible with the
type and preparation of the soil in order to avoid breakages
or damage.
- Low the seeding machine while the tractor is moving so as
not to clog or damage the coulter parts. For the same reason
it is unadvisable to manoeuvre in reverse with the seeder
lowered.
- When fi lling the seed, fertilizer and insecticide hoppers,
ensure that no foreign bodies (string, paper, etc.) enter them.
The seeding machine can transport chemical substances.
Do not allow children, people, pets to come near the seeding
machine.
cod. G19501383
L = d x 10
d
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CAUTION
DANGER
USE AND MAINTENANCE
Do not place any bags of fertilizer or any other object on the
fertilizer distributor container covers to avoid breaking them
or endangering property or persons. Load from the outer
sides of the machine.
It is forbidden to come near the containers of the chemical
substances or to open them when the seeding machine is
operating or about to operate.

5.7 THE END OF OPERATION

- Disconnect the power take-off.
- Lock the row marker arms and the toolbar in transport position
with the safety bolts.
- At the end of seeding, discharge the remaining seeds through
the distributor door (Fig. 54).
- Carry out road transfers with the hoppers empty.
- During road transport, observe the Highway Code in force in your
country.

5.8 DAILY REST PERIOD

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- Put the support legs in the parking position (B, Fig. 52).
- Disconnect the cardan shaft.
- Unhook the equipment from the tractor.
- Wash the equipment with abundant water, giving special attention
to the hoppers that contained chemical substances, and then dry
it.
- On completion of the work, the hopper should be carefully clea-
ned. This particularly applies to the fertilizer hoppers. Adhere to
the ecological standards applicable for the disposal of polluting
liquids.
- Put it in a place where it will be out of the reach of unauthorized
persons.
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