LELY LOTUS 460 User Manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
LOTUS 460 / 520
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LELY LOTUS 460 Specifications

General

Brand	LELY
Model	LOTUS 460
Category	Seeders
Language	English

Summary

Preface

Warranty Conditions

Type and Serial Number of Your Machine

Safety Instructions

Explanation of Safety Decals on the Machine

Moving Parts Warning

Warning about moving parts and the need to stay clear of rotating components.

Danger of Flying Objects

Warning about potential flying objects and maintaining safe distance during operation.

Danger of Rotors Dropping

Caution regarding rotors potentially dropping and advising to stay clear of the movement area.

Tractor PTO Speed Limit

Specifies the maximum permissible PTO speed for the tractor.

PTO Shaft Safety

Highlights danger from moving PTO parts and emphasizes using protected PTO shafts.

Introduction to LOTUS Tedders

Mounting Behind the Tractor

Mounting with Self Steering Headstock

Instructions for attaching the tedder with a self-steering or STABILO headstock.

Mounting with Drawbar

Instructions for attaching the tedder using a drawbar.

General Mounting Considerations

Crucial checks for all models, including PTO shaft, safety chain, and hydraulic connection.

Transporting the LOTUS Tedder

Machine Adjustments for Operation

Operating the LOTUS

General Operating Instructions

Basic guidelines for starting and operating the LOTUS tedder, including PTO engagement and speed.

Forward Speed and PTO Speed

Guidance on selecting optimal forward and PTO speeds for effective crop pick-up and spreading.

STABILO Self Steering Device Operation

Explanation of the STABILO self-steering device's automatic blocking mechanism when the machine is lifted.

Recommended Plot Working Procedure

A recommended method for field operations, including turning and headland management.

Dismounting from the Tractor

Storage Positions

Instructions for storing the machine in either folded-out or folded-up positions.

Maintenance Overview

Maintenance After Operations

Tasks to perform after each use, including cleaning, checking tines, and greasing.

Lubrication Schedule

Specific lubrication points and intervals for the PTO shaft, universal joints, gears, and pivot points.

Intermittent Maintenance Tasks

Details periodic maintenance, including greasing, tyre pressure, bolts, and rotor checks.

Technical Details