This document is the operator's manual for the PENTA 30 Series TMR Mixer, a piece of agricultural equipment designed for preparing Total Mixed Rations (TMR) for livestock.

Function Description:

The PENTA 30 Series TMR Mixer is a towable chassis-mounted machine powered by a PTO (Power Take-Off) and a 12V power supply. Its primary function is to cut, mix, and distribute various feed ingredients into a homogeneous Total Mixed Ration. This includes processing different forage types, commodities, and feed additives, such as powder, liquid, granular, silage, and baling materials/crops. The mixer is designed to offer flexibility in ration formulation and feeding, allowing for the inclusion of diverse forage types and storage methods at high levels, utilization of low-quality forages, and precise mixing for ration homogeneity, which helps in acidosis control. It also facilitates the addition of urea (NPN) and medications like ionophores to enhance cow efficiency and improve feed efficiency through properly balanced rations. The goal is to ensure every cow receives the same feed from start to finish.

Important Technical Specifications:

The manual provides a table outlining the recommended horsepower for different mixer series:

3030: 40-70HP
4130: 50-80HP
5030: 50-80HP
5930: 50-120HP
4430: 60-90HP
6730: 80-130HP
8030: 130-160HP
9630: 135-170HP
1130: 140-180HP
1430: 150-200HP
1030: 90-180HP
1730: 200-250HP

The machine can weigh up to 10,000 kg (22,000 lbs) when loaded. Recommended auger speeds for mixing are 20-30 RPM, and for emptying, 30-40 RPM. The planetary gearbox uses 80/140 Full Synthetic GL5 Rating oil. Wheel nuts require a torque of 180 ft-lbs (244 N-m). Hitch bolts require a torque of 300 ft-lbs. Tire pressure recommendations vary by tire size:

12.5-15: 55 psi
19/45-17: 75 psi
435-50: 100 PSI
235/75R: 110 PSI
245/70R: 110 PSI

Usage Features:

The mixer incorporates augers, cutting knives, conveyors, weighing systems, hoppers, and gearing. The weighing system uses DIGI-STAR scale indicators (e.g., EZ2810 model), which are securely fastened to the mixer and can turn to face any direction. These scales can display weight in kilograms or pounds, as specified by the manufacturer. The mixer can be equipped with dual side unloading, allowing the conveyor to discharge on both sides. For right/left flip-up discharge models, a section of the conveyor can be raised and lowered using either a Lock Collar System (where stackable collars determine the drop height) or a Diverter Valve System (activated by a rope, allowing hydraulic control of conveyor height).

Loading procedures emphasize adding the heaviest materials last and materials requiring the shortest cut first. Hay typically goes in first, followed by balage, grains, minerals, and then corn silage, with wet materials placed on hay and balage to aid cutting. The mixer should be level during mixing. "Dog ears" (feed restrictors) are adjustable to hold hay closer to the knives for shorter cuts, though using them may increase the horsepower required to start and run the mixer when full. The conveyor speed can be adjusted via the tractor's flow control (recommended 5-10 gal/minute at 20 gal/min and 2500 PSI MAX).

Maintenance Features:

The manual outlines a comprehensive maintenance schedule:

Pre-Operation Check: Includes checking tires, fasteners, pivot points, pins, hoses, hydraulic cylinders, fittings, couplers, grease points, electrical connections, hitch, drawbar, lights, and slow-moving vehicle signs. Ensure the gearbox oil reservoir is at the proper level and drain plugs are tight.
Break-In: After initial use, check wheel nuts and other fasteners for tightness, ensure proper greasing, and verify fluid reservoir levels.
Regular Checks:
- PTO Shaft Universals: Grease 36 times annually or every 8 hours (Heavy Duty multi-purpose grease).
- Drive Shaft Bearings, Conveyor Bearings, Auger Bearing Tower: Grease 12 times annually or every 8 hours (Heavy Duty multi-purpose grease).
- Wheel Bearings, Walking Axle Centre: Check once annually or every 50 hours, grease 36 times annually or every 8 hours (Heavy Duty multi-purpose grease). Lubricate every 2 years or 50,000 km, or more frequently in harsh conditions, using general purpose EP grease.
- Planetary Gearbox Oil Reservoir: Check level upon receipt and 52 times annually or every 8 hours. Oil change every 2000 hours.
- 2-Speed Transmission (C3A, AP502, AP602): Check level upon receipt and 12 times annually or every 8 hours. Oil change every 1000 hours.
- Wheel Nuts: Tighten upon receipt and 6 times annually or every 50 hours (180 ft-lbs).
- Tire Pressure: Check upon receipt and 12 times annually or every 25 hours.
- Shear Bolts: Replace when broken.
- Hitch Bolts: Check once annually (300 ft-lbs).
Gearbox Lubrication: The planetary gearbox uses synthetic oil (80-140 / Full Synthetic / GL5 Rating). The oil reservoir has maximum and minimum level decals, and the oil level should be checked every 8 hours of operation. Filling the gearbox is done through the bottom fitting, pumping oil until it comes out of the top of the gearbox or a specific air line. The breather cap on the reservoir should be cleaned regularly.
Plow Maintenance: Check the plow for wear every 50-100 hours; replace when worn to the hole, using new bolts.
Scale System: Calibrate the scale with a known weight monthly to ensure accuracy. Check loadcells for stability and proper connection.
Safety Decals: Ensure all safety decals are clean and legible; replacements are available from the dealer.
Storage: Store the unit in a dry, level area away from human activity, keep children away, and ensure hydraulic hoses are off the ground with clean fittings.

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