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LEMKEN Solitair 9 - User Manual

LEMKEN Solitair 9
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LEMKEN GmbH & Co. KG
Weseler Straße 5, D-46519 Alpen / Postfach 11 60, D-46515 Alpen
Telefon (0 28 02) 81-0, Telefax (0 28 02) 81-220
E-Mail: lemken@lemken.com, Internet: http://www.lemken.com
Art.-Nr.: 175 3683
GB-1/11.02
SAFETY IS OUR CONCERN!
Operating
Instructions
Seed Drills
Solitair 9,
Solitair 9 K,
Solitair 9 KA

Table of Contents

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Summary

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

General Safety Instructions

Comprehensive safety guidelines for operating the implement, covering general precautions and specific risks.

Trailed implements safety

Specific safety measures and considerations when the implement is operated in a trailed configuration.

Attached implements safety

Safety precautions and best practices for attaching and detaching implements.

Mounted implements safety

Guidelines for safe mounting and dismounting of implements onto other machinery.

Hydraulic equipment safety

Critical safety information regarding the hydraulic system, including pressure and hose handling.

Tyre safety

Safety advice and precautions related to the implement's tyres.

Maintenance safety

Essential safety rules and procedures to follow during maintenance operations.

Seed drill safety

Safety recommendations specific to the operation of seed drills.

WARNING STICKERS

General sticker instructions

Explanation of the purpose and importance of warning stickers on the implement.

Understanding warning stickers

Detailed explanation of the meaning and interpretation of various warning symbols.

Warning sticker locations

Illustrates the specific locations of warning stickers on the Solitair implement.

PREPARATION OF TRACTOR

Tractor tyre preparation

Ensuring correct tractor tyre pressure and alignment for safe operation.

Lift rod adjustment

Procedure for adjusting lift rods to ensure proper implement attachment.

Chain and sway block adjustment

Adjusting check chains or sway blocks for implement stability.

Tractor drawbar setup

Requirements for the tractor's drawbar when connecting the implement.

Axle load calculation

Calculations and considerations for maintaining safe tractor axle loads.

Minimum front ballast calculation

Formula and method for determining the minimum required front ballast.

Rear axle load increase calculation

Method for calculating the increase in rear axle load when the implement is attached.

Hydraulic spool valve requirements

Identification of necessary hydraulic spool valves and hose color codes.

Electric system requirements

Power supply requirements and voltage specifications for the implement.

Required electrical sockets

Details on the electrical sockets needed for tractor connection.

FIRST USE

Disc coulter and pressure roller checks

Checks and adjustments for disc coulters and pressure rollers before initial operation.

Pressure load adjustment

Ensuring uniform pressure distribution on coulters and rollers.

Single disc coulter height adjustment

Adjusting the frame height for single disc coulters.

Rear ground wheel setting

Setting the position of the rear ground wheel relative to coulters.

Stop slide operation

Ensuring all stop slides are opened for operation.

Seeding shaft adjustment

Checking and preparing the seeding shaft seed wheels.

Bottom flap adjustment

Adjusting bottom flaps based on the seed table settings.

Track marker adjustment

Aligning track markers to the tractor's track width.

Sensor checks

Verifying the functionality of various sensors via the on-board computer.

Electric motor checks

Testing the electric motors for tramline switch and seed wheel drive.

Tramline width setting

Adjusting tramline width to match tractor track width.

Fan RPM adjustment

Setting the correct fan rotational speed for different seed types.

On-board computer encoding

Encoding implement width and seed rate into the on-board computer.

POSSIBILITIES OF USE

Combination with chassis

Using the Solitair with a chassis attached to the three-point linkage.

Mounting on soil cultivation implements

Attaching the Solitair to various LEMKEN soil cultivation implements.

Semi-mounted implements use

Using the Solitair with semi-mounted LEMKEN soil cultivation implements.

Trailed use with chassis and pole

Operating the Solitair in a trailed configuration with chassis and pole.

Trailed use with on-board hydraulics

Operating the Solitair trailed with its own board hydraulic system.

ATTACHING AND DETACHING

Attaching to three-point linkage

Step-by-step guide for attaching the Solitair with chassis to a tractor's three-point linkage.

Detaching from three-point linkage

Procedures for safely detaching the Solitair from a tractor's three-point linkage.

Mounting on mounted implement

Instructions for mounting the Solitair onto a mounted LEMKEN soil cultivation implement.

Dismounting from mounted implement

Procedures for safely dismounting the Solitair from a mounted implement.

Mounting on semi-mounted implement

Instructions for mounting the Solitair onto a semi-mounted LEMKEN soil cultivation implement.

Dismounting from semi-mounted implement

Procedures for safely dismounting the Solitair from a semi-mounted implement.

Coupling the Solitair

Steps for correctly coupling the Solitair with chassis to a drawbar.

Uncoupling the Solitair

Procedures for safely uncoupling the Solitair from a drawbar.

FOLDING-IN AND -OUT THE COULTER BAR

Coulter bar folding operation

How to fold the coulter bar in and out for transport or operation.

DOUBLE DISC COULTERS

Drilling depth adjustment

How to set the desired drilling depth for the seed.

Coulter pressure adjustment

Methods for adjusting coulter pressure for optimal soil engagement.

Central mechanic coulter pressure adjustment

Adjusting coulter pressure using mechanical central adjustment.

Central hydraulic coulter pressure adjustment

Adjusting coulter pressure hydraulically from the tractor seat.

SINGLE DISC COULTERS

Coulter bar frame height adjustment

Adjusting the frame height for single disc coulter working position.

Single disc coulter drilling depth

Setting the working depth for single disc coulters.

ADJUSTMENTS; OPERATION

Seeding shafts

Detailed guide on seeding shafts, including seed wheel types and operation.

Seed table

Table providing settings for various seed types, working widths, and seed rates.

Slide plates operation

Information on opening and operating slide plates for seed flow control.

Bottom flaps adjustment

How to adjust bottom flaps according to the seed table.

Hopper emptying procedures

Procedures for emptying the implement's seed hopper.

Dosage unit cleaning

Steps for regular cleaning of the seed dosage units.

Tramline mechanism operation

Operation and adjustment of the tramline mechanism for creating seed paths.

Calibration test procedure

When and how to perform a calibration test for accurate seeding.

REAR GROUND WHEEL

Rear ground wheel adjustment

Adjusting the rear ground wheel's position and sensor for accurate measurement.

FAN

Fan RPM settings

Recommended fan speeds for different seed types and implement models.

CYCLONE

Cyclone function and cleaning

How the cyclone separates dust and procedures for its cleaning.

SWITCH OFF WIDTH SECTIONS

Width section control

Using slide plates to switch off specific working width sections.

SCRAPER

Scraper replacement

Information on replacing worn double disc coulter scrapers.

DISTRIBUTOR

Distributor head checks and plug use

Checking distributor heads and using plugs to close exits.

HOPPER

Hopper filling and closing

How to fill and close the seed hopper.

AGITATOR SHAFT

Agitator shaft disconnection

Procedure for disconnecting the agitator shaft using a securing pin.

TRACK MARKERS

Track marker general instructions

General information about the standard equipment of track markers.

Track marker operation and adjustment

How to unlock, adjust, and operate the track markers.

Track marker overload protection

Information on shear bolts protecting track markers from overload.

SENSORS

Sensor locations and adjustment

Overview of sensor positions and required adjustment for accurate measurement.

HARROWS

Single harrows adjustment

Fitting and adjusting single harrows for soil coverage.

S-harrow adjustment and pressure

Adjusting S-harrow position and pressure for optimal soil working.

Hydraulic harrow lifting device

Operation of the hydraulic lifting device for S-harrows.

PRE-EMERGENCE MARKERS

Pre-emergence marker general instructions

Overview of available pre-emergence marker types and their fitting.

Hydraulic double acting markers

Operation and adjustment of hydraulic double-acting pre-emergence markers.

Hydraulic single acting markers

Operation and adjustment of hydraulic single-acting pre-emergence markers.

Marking groove depth adjustment

How to adjust the depth of the marking groove created by the markers.

CHASSIS

Chassis fitting and parking

Procedures for fitting and parking the Solitair chassis.

TRACK LOOSENER

Track loosener operation and adjustment

How to adjust and use track looseners to break soil compaction.

WORKING SPOT LIGHTS

Spot light operation

How to switch the working spot lights on and off using the control switch.

SEEDING PIPE CONTROL SYSTEMS

Seeding pipe monitoring and alarms

How seeding pipe control systems monitor seed flow and indicate alarms.

TYRES

Tyre pressure specifications

Table showing minimum and maximum allowed tyre operating pressures.

COLLECTING BOX

Collecting box fuse and wiring diagram

Details on the collecting box, its fuses, and the electrical connection plan.

DRIVING ON PUBLIC ROADS

Road transport regulations

Adhering to regulations for transporting the implement on public roads.

TECHNICAL DATA

Solitair 9 technical specifications

Table detailing key specifications for different Solitair 9 models.

Solitair 9 K;KA technical specifications

Table detailing key specifications for Solitair 9 K and KA models.

SPARE PARTS

Spare parts list and dimensions

List of part numbers, descriptions, and dimensions for spare parts.

Spare parts list continuation

Additional spare parts with their part numbers, descriptions, and dimensions.

MAINTENANCE

Lubrication points and schedule

Table detailing lubrication points and their required greasing frequency.

Bolt tightening procedures

Guidelines for checking and tightening nuts and bolts during maintenance.

Hydraulic hose inspection and replacement

Regular checks for hydraulic hose damage and recommended replacement intervals.

Winter preparation for seed wheels and flaps

Preparing seed wheels and bottom flaps for winter storage to prevent damage.

Disc coulter and pressure roller greasing

Greasing disc coulters and rollers to prevent rust and wear.

Cleaning with pressure washer

Safe procedures for cleaning the implement using a pressure washer.

Air tube cleaning

How to check and clean the air tube before and after the season.

End stop check

Regularly checking the function of end stops on mounted implements.

NOISE, AIRBORNE SOUND

Noise level and protection

Information on the implement's noise level and recommended protective measures.

NOTES

Equipment variations and modifications

Notes on potential variations in equipment and the right to modify design.

PRODUCT REGISTRATION; GUARANTEE

Guarantee period start conditions

Conditions for the guarantee period to commence, requiring product registration.

LEMKEN Solitair 9 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Number of Rows24 - 96
Transport Width3 m
Working Width3-12 m
Row Spacing12.5 / 15 cm
Weight4, 480 - 9, 300 kg (depending on equipment)

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