Frontier Sugarcane Planter SP3030 SP3130, SP3040 SP3140 Operator's Manual 5KKSP30301

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

SUGARCANE PLANTER MODEL SP3030, SP3130, SP3040, SP3140

5KKSP30301 (ENGLISH)

OPERATOR'S MANUAL SUGARCANE PLANTER

John Deere SE Asia

Introduction: READ THIS MANUAL carefully to learn how to operate

WARRANTY is provided as part of John Deere's support

and service your machine correctly. Failure to do so

program for customers who operate and maintain their

could result in personal injury or equipment damage.

equipment as described in this manual. The warranty is

THIS

MANUAL

SHOULD

BE

CONSIDERED

a

explained on the warranty certificate which you should

permanent part of your machine and should remain with

have received from your dealer.

the machine when you sell it.

This warranty provides you the assurance that John

MEASUREMENTS in this manual are given in both

Deere will back its products where defects appear within

metric and customary U.S. unit equivalents. Use only

the warranty period. In some circumstances, John Deere

correct replacement parts and fasteners. Metric and inch

also provides field improvements, often without charge

fasteners may require a specific metric or inch wrench.

to the customer, even if the product is out of warranty.

RIGHT-HAND AND LEFT-HAND sides are determined

Should the equipment be abused, or modified to change

by facing in the direction of forward travel.

its

WRITE

specifications, the warranty will become void and field

PRODUCT

IDENTIFICATION

NUMBERS

(P.I.N.) in the Specification or Identification Numbers Section.

Accurately record all the numbers to help in tracing the machine should it be stolen. File the identification numbers in a secure place; do not keep them on the machine.

performance

beyond

improvements may be denied.

the

original

factory

A Message to Our Customers We appreciate the confidence placed in us by your

with principle modules identified with a heading at the

purchase of this machine. Before this machine was

top left side of the box. Two-part page numbers identify

brought to the market, countless hours were spent

both the section and page of that section.

designing and testing to ensure that its performance

By reviewing this manual often, one will quickly learn

would be at the highest level. To achieve maximum

which section to go to for specific information. For

performance, it is imperative this machine be operated in

instance, machine adjustments would be found in the

accordance with the procedures outlined in this manual.

Operating Machine section, lubrication intervals in the

Information in this manual is divided into sections.

Lubrication section, opener maintenance in the Service

These sections are identified at the top of each page.

section, etc. A detailed Table of Contents is found

Specific information within each section is organized

immediately behind this page.

into modules. These modules are encased in boxes

Thank you very much for purchasing this machine.

Customer Responsibility It is the Customer or Operator’s responsibility to read the

It is the Customer’s responsibility to deliver the product

Operator’s Manual, to operate, lubricate, maintain and

to Authorized Dealer, from whom they purchased it, for

store the product in accordance with all instructions and

service or replacement of defective parts which are

safety procedures. Failure of the operator to read the

covered by warranty. Repairs to be submitted for

Operator’s Manual is a misuse of this equipment.

warranty consideration must be made within thirty days

It is the Customer’s or Operator’s responsibility to

(30) of failure.

inspect the product and to have any parts repaired or

It is the Customer’s responsibility for any cost incurred

replaced

cause

by the Dealer for travelling to or hauling of the product

damage or excessive wear to other parts or cause safety

when

continued operation

would

for the purpose of performing a warranty obligation or

hazards.

inspection.

Contents Page

Page

Inspection Checklists

Attaching and Detaching Sugarcane Planter

Pre-Delivery Inspection ..................................................6

Use Your Tractor Operator's Manual ...........................19

Owner's Record.............................................................6

Tractor Requirement.....................................................19

Delivery Inspection ........................................................6

Attaching Sugarcane planter to Tractor…………….…..19

After-Sales Inspection ....................................................7

Detaching Sugarcane planter from Tractor ……………20

Inspection Before Each Day of Operation ......................7 Inspection Before Each Season .....................................7

Transporting

Installation Instruction…………………….……….....……7

Transport Safely ...........................................................20

Equipment matching ……………………………….……..8 Operating Sugarcane Planter Safety

Parking .........................................................................22

Recognize safety information........................................9

Field Operation ............................................................23

Understand Signal Words.............................................9 Follow Safety Instructions.............................................9

Adjustments

Operate Machine Safely ..............................................10

Adjustment ..................................................................24

Keep Riders Off Machine .............................................10 Avoid rollover accident……………………………..…...10

Lubrication and Maintenance

Wear Protective Clothing..............................................11

Safe Lubrication and Maintenance ..............................26

Prepare for Emergencies..............................................11

Lubrication and Maintenance Procedures …..............26

Use Safety Lights and Devices.....................................11

Grease..........................................................................27

Transport Safety ..........................................................12

Lubrication Symbols .....................................................27

Tow Loads Safely ........................................................13

Alternative Lubricants ..................................................27

Comply with the Transport Speed Limit........................13

Lubrication of Sugarcane planter..................................28

Service Machine Safely ...............................................14

Greasing Points ...........................................................28

Practice Safe Maintenance...........................................14

Daily Maintenance before and after Work ..................29

Remove Paint Before Welding or Heating....................14

Every 50, 100, 200, 400 Hours Work ..........................29

Store Attachments Safely ............................................15

Practice Safe Maintenance...........................................30

Dispose of Waste Properly ..........................................15

Bolt and Screw Torque Required…………...................31

Operate safely on Sugarcane planter ………………….15

Supporting Raised Machine .........................................33 Maintenance of Sugarcane planter...............................33

Safety Signs

Storage ........................................................................34

Safety Sign Locations...................................................16 Caution - Read Operator Manual

Troubleshooting

And safety operation……………… …………………....17

Sugarcane planter Trouble shooting............................35 Serial Number...............................................................36

Preparing the Tractor

Keep Machined Secure.................................................36

Use Your Tractor Operator's Manual ...........................18

Specifications ...............................................................36

Front Counterweight ....................................................18

Parts Catalogue…………………………...…….….……37

Rear Wheel Counterweight ..........................................18

Warranty Statement……………………………...……....52

Determine Front End Ballast W/O Implement

Acknowledgement………………………………………..53

Codes…………………………………………………......18

Pre-Delivery Inspection report …………………………54

Tightening ………………………………………….…….18

Original Instructions. All information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information available at the time of publication.

The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice

Inspection Checklists Pre-Delivery Inspection: Assemble the sugarcane planter. Make sure all the hardware

tightened

properly.

See

Assembly Date_____________________________

“Assembly

Instruction” in this section.

After the sugarcane planter has been completely

Operate the sugarcane planter and make sure all parts move freely, all hardware is correctly tightened.

adjusted and lubricated, check it and make sure it is

Clean the sugarcane planter and retouch any areas

ready for operation after delivery to the customer. The

where the paint has been removed or scratched. Make

following list is a reminder of items that need to be

sure all decals are properly positioned and free of

inspected. Check whether each item has been found to

damage. Replace them as required.

be corrected or after the appropriate adjustments have been made.

The tightness of bolts and nuts.

Greasing and Lubricating.

Safety precautions.

To the best of my knowledge, the sugarcane planter has been checked and is ready for delivery to the customer.

Make sure that all accessories ordered by the customer have been installed.

Any damage to product. If yes, repair it before delivering to customer.

Technician's Signature________________________ RP90046,00007A0-19-09SEP11-1

Owner's Record Name____________________________________

Serial Number______________________________

Address__________________________________

Model Number______________________________

City______________________________________

Purchase Date______________________________

State_____________________________________ RP90046,00007A1 -19-11AUG11-1/1

Delivery Inspection:

Delivery Date_____________________________

The following list is a reminder of important information to be conveyed directly to the Customer when delivering

Inform the Customer that when transporting the

the sugarcane planter. Mark each item after explaining it

sugarcane planter on public roads by day or night, lights

to the Customer correctly.

and safety devices should be used to warn the operators

Assemble the sugarcane planter. Make sure all the hardware tighten properly.

Give the customer the Operator's Manual and fully explain all operating adjustments as well as lubrication and maintenance operations.

Explain the importance of operating the machine correctly and safely. Point out the decals that help the operator to avoid risks due to unsafe procedures and conditions.

Remind the customer to record the sugarcane planter

of other vehicles. Advise that the customer check local traffic regulations.

Complete the delivery and warranty forms by filling in the machine serial number.

Explain the warranty. Have a form signed by the customer and dealer.

Show the Customer how to attach the implement and how to make the main adjustments.

To the best of my knowledge, the machine has been delivered, is ready for use and the Customer has been

serial number in the space provided at the back of this

fully informed about its operation and care.

Operator's Manual.

Signature__________________________________ RP90046,00007A2 -19-20SEP11-1

After-Sales Inspection: The following items should be check continuously during the first few hours of operation.

Make sure there is no loose or missing hardware.

Inspect the entire machine and make sure there are

Review the entire Operator's Manual with the

no damaged parts. Repair or replace parts as needed.

customer and emphasize the importance of adequate,

Review sugarcane planter operation with the customer.

regular lubrication and the safety precautions.

Inform the customer of any accessories and options that are available.

Inspection Date___________________________ Signature__________________________________ Make sure proper operating adjustments have been understood.

RP90046,00007A3 -19-11AUG11-1/1

Inspection before Each Day of Operation: Lubricate daily lube points and those due for lubrication at the recommended interval.

Make sure there is no loose hardware and that no parts are damaged or missing.

Verify the sugarcane planter is correctly attached to

Inspection before Each Season: Make sure the recommended lubrication has been performed.

Make sure proper operating adjustments have been performed to obtain the best performance from the sugarcane planter.

the tractor that the tractor hitch links are long enough

RP90046,00007A5 -19-11AUG11-1/1

and the control levers operate correctly.

Installation Instruction:

Installation process of sugarcane planter is as follow:

Adjust the lift links by rotating the turn-buckle. The

Clear the area of bystanders, especially small children.

left and right links should be aligned in vertical and

Back the tractor into the position where you can align

horizontal direction.

the top link, the right and left lower links to the links

The left and right lower links shall have the same

position of Sugarcane planter. The length of the lift links

clearance with rear wheels by adjusting the sway

of tractor is adjustable by rotating the turn-buckle. Attach

chains both sides. The sway chains should be tight in

each three point links together starting from left lower

order to keep the sugarcane planter stability.

link then center link and right lower link. Secure the connection with pin and lock with circle pin.

Adjust the top link arm to appropriate length in order to control the planter inclination and working depth.

Equipment Matching:

To insure the safe and reliable operation of the

performance, safety, and prevent tractor and sugarcane

Sugarcane planter, it is necessary to use a tractor with

planter

the correct

horsepower please refer specification chart.

specifications

and

appropriate engine

from

damage.

The

appropriate

engine

horsepower. Use the following list as a guide in selecting a tractor to use on the machine.

Weight: weight of sugarcane planter has impact on, pulling force, hydraulic lifting capacity, and depth of

3- Point Hitch: The sugarcane planter is equipped with

operation. Should select sugarcane planter with

a Category II 3-point hitch. Be sure the tractor 3-point

appropriate hydraulic lifting capacity and engine horse

hitch is in the Category II configuration. Refer to the

power, please refer specification chart.

tractor manual for details.

Durability: The high engine horsepower tractor Engine power: The operator is advised to use the

requires the durable and strong structure of sugarcane

sugarcane planter with the tractor which has appropriate

planter to equip with, please refer specification chart.

engine horsepower in order to gain the optimum

Safety Recognize Safety Information: This is a safety-alert symbol. When you see this symbol on your machine or in this manual, be alert to the potential for personal injury. Follow recommended precautions and safe operating practices.

Understand Signal Words: A signal word—DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION—is used with the safety-alert symbol. DANGER identifies the most serious hazards.

DANGER or WARNING safety signs are located near specific hazards. General precautions are listed on CAUTION safety signs. CAUTION also calls attention to safety messages in this manual.

Prevent Machine Runaway: Avoid possible injury or death from machinery runaway.

Do not start engine by shorting across starter terminals.

Machine will start in gear if normal circuitry is bypassed.

NEVER start engine while standing on ground. Start engine only from operator’s seat, with transmission in neutral or park.

Follow Safety Instructions: Carefully read all safety messages in this manual and on your machine safety signs. Keep safety signs in good condition. Replace missing or damaged safety signs. Be sure new equipment components and repair parts include the current safety signs. Replacement safety signs are available from your John Deere dealer. There can be additional safety information contained on parts and components sourced from suppliers that is not reproduced in this operator's manual. Learn how to operate the machine and how to use controls properly.

Do not let anyone operate without instruction. Keep your machine in proper working condition. Unauthorized modifications to the machine may impair the function and/or safety and affect machine life.

If you do not understand any part of this manual and need assistance, contact your John Deere dealer.

Operate Machine Safely: Operate the machine carefully to avoid injury.

If the machine must be raised for work on or near the machine, make sure the service locks are installed or that the machine is safely supported.

Contact with electrical cables can cause severe injury or death. When transporting or operating the machine, make sure to avoid contact with electrical lines.

Keep

away

from

the

machine

when

hydraulic

components are in operation. Machine components can move suddenly in case of a mechanical or hydraulic failure.

Make sure the cylinder and hoses are full of oil before operating the system.

Be careful when operating the system on slopes; the tractor can overturn if it hits a hole or ditch or if it encounters rough terrain.

Only one person, the operator, should be in the tractor operator's station when the tractor and machine are in use.

Keep Riders Off Machine Only allow the operator on the machine. Keep riders off.

Riders on machine are subject to injury such as being struck by foreign objects and being thrown off of the machine. Riders also obstruct the operator’s view resulting in the machine being operated in an unsafe manner

Avoid Rollover Accidents: Use seat belt if installed.

Avoid holes, ditches, and obstructions which can cause tractor roll-over, especially on hillsides.

Never drive near the edge of a ditch, gully or steep embankment.

Slow down during turns, when driving on rough ground executes turns and when turning on hillsides.

Wear Protective Clothing:

8

Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment

9

appropriate to the job.

9

Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause

9

Impairment or loss of hearing.

9

Wear a suitable hearing protective device such as earmuffs or earplugs to protect against objectionable or uncomfortable loud noises.

Operating equipment safely requires the full attention of the operator. Do not wear radio or music headphones while operating machine.

10

10 10 10 Prepare for Emergencies:

12

Be prepared if a fire starts.

Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy.

Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance service, hospital, and fire department near your telephone.

Use Safety Lights and Devices:

12 14

Prevent collisions between other road users, slow Moving tractors with attachments or towed equipment, and self-propelled machines on public roads.

Frequently check for traffic from the rear, especially in turns, and use turn signal lights.

Use headlights, flashing warning lights, and turn Signals day and night. Follow local regulations for Equipment lighting and marking. Keep lighting and marking visible, clean, and in good working order.

Replace or repair lighting and marking that has been damaged or lost. An implement safety lighting kit is available from your John Deere dealer.

Transport Safety: Always raise the parking stand before transporting.

Tractor brakes should be coupled.

Engage a lower gear when going down steep hills or grades.

Always operate at reasonable and safe speeds. Never exceed 32 km/h (20 mph) when the machine is half full.

Prevent collisions between other road users and slowmoving equipment operating on public roads. Frequently check for traffic from the rear, especially in turns, and use turn signal lights.

Keep others away from the machine.

For better stability and operator safety, make sure the tractor is correctly ballasted. If the tractor has a safety ROLL-GARD™ canopy, keep your seatbelt fastened during transport operations.

Be aware the machine's transport height and width.

Tow Loads Safely: Stopping distance increases with speed and weight of towed loads, and on slopes. Towed loads with or without brakes that are too heavy for the tractor or are towed too fast can cause loss of control. Consider the total weight of the equipment and its load.

Observe these recommended maximum road speeds, or local speed limits which may be lower: • If towed equipment does not have brakes, do not travel more than 32 km/h (20 mph) and do not tow loads more than 1.5 times the tractor weight.

• If towed equipment has brakes, do not travel more than

Add ballast to recommended maximum for tractor,

40 km/h (25 mph) and do not tow loads more than 4.5

lighten the load, or get a heavier towing unit. The tractor

times the tractor weight.

must be heavy and powerful enough with adequate

Ensure the load does not exceed the recommended

braking power for the towed load. Use additional caution

weight ratio.

when towing loads under adverse surface conditions, when turning, and on inclines.

Comply with the Transport Speed Limit

• Reduced stopping power or no ability to stop during

The maximum permissible travel speed for this

braking

implement is 32 km/h

• Implement tire failure

Some tractors can operate at speeds higher than the

• Damage to the implement's structure or components

maximum speed limit for this implement. Regardless of

Be careful and slow down when towing the machine in

the maximum speed the tractor used to tow this

adverse conditions, when turning and when operating on

implement can achieve, do not exceed the implement's

slopes.

transport speed limit.

Do not attempt to transport if the fully loaded implement

Exceeding the implement's maximum transport speed

weighs more than 1.5 times the weight of the tractor.

can result in:

Never tow this implement with an automobile.

• Loss of control of the tractor/implement combination

Service Machine Safely: To help prevent personal injury caused by unexpected movement, be sure to service machine on level surface.

If the machine must be in a raised position while working on or near it, be certain service locks are installed or machine is adequately supported. If machine is connected to tractor, engage parking brake and/or place transmission in “PARK”, shut off engine and remove key.

If machine is detached from tractor, block wheels and use

safety

stands

to

prevent

movement.

Practice Safe Maintenance: Understand service procedure before doing work. Keep area clean and dry. Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it is moving. Keep hands, feet, and clothing from power-driven parts. Disengage all power and operate controls to

relieve pressure. Lower

equipment to the ground. Stop the engine. Remove the key. Allow machine to cool.

Securely support any machine elements that must be raised for service work. Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix damage immediately. Replace worn or broken parts. Remove any buildup of grease, oil, or debris. On self-propelled equipment, disconnect battery ground cable (-) before making adjustments on electrical systems or welding on machine.

On towed implements, disconnect wiring harnesses from tractor before servicing electrical system components or welding on machine.

Remove Paint before Welding or Heating

Do all work in an area that is well ventilated to carry toxic

Avoid potentially toxic fumes and dust.

fumes and dust away.

Hazardous fumes can be generated when paint is

Dispose of paint and solvent properly.

heated by welding, soldering, or using a torch.

Remove paint before heating: • Remove paint a minimum of 100 mm (4 in.) from area to be affected by heating. If paint cannot be removed, wear an approved respirator before heating or welding.

• If you sand or grind paint, avoid breathing the dust.

Wear an approved respirator.

• If you use solvent or paint stripper, remove stripper with soap and water before welding. Remove solvent or paint stripper containers and other flammable material from area. Allow fumes to disperse at least 15 minutes before welding or heating.

Do not use a chlorinated solvent in areas where welding will take place.

Store Attachments Safely Stored attachments such as dual wheels, cage wheels, and loaders can fall and cause serious injury or death.

Securely store attachments and implements to prevent falling. Keep playing children and bystanders away from storage area.

Dispose of Waste Properly Improperly disposing of waste can threaten the

conditioning refrigerants. Inquire on the proper way to

environment and ecology. Potentially harmful waste is

recycle

used with John Deere equipment include such items as

environmental or recycling center, or from your John

oil, fuel, coolant, brake fluid, filters, and batteries.

Deere dealer.

Use leak proof containers when draining fluids. Do not use food or beverage containers that may mislead someone into drinking from them.

Do not pour waste onto the ground, down a drain, or into any water source.

Air conditioning refrigerants escaping into the air can damage

the

Earth’s

atmosphere.

Government

regulations may require a certified air conditioning service center to recover

and recycle used air

or

dispose

of

waste

from

your

local

The types of Safety Sign and locations on the equipment

IMPORTANT: If Safety Signs have been damaged,

are shown in the illustration above. Good safety requires

removed, become illegible or parts replaced without

that you familiarize with the various safety signs, the

signs, new safety signs must be applied.

type of warning and the area or particular function

New Safety signs are available from your authorized

related to that area that requires your safety awareness.

John Deere Dealer or factory.

Caution - Read Operator Manual Read operator’s manual before operating, servicing or repairing equipments. Follow all safety rules and instructions.

Never allow riders.

Never allow children or untrained person to operate the equipment.

Operate tractor controls from operator’s seat only.

Do not stand between tractor and implement when tractor is in gear.

Keep all shields in place and good condition.

Lower equipments to ground, stop engine, remove key and set brake before dismounting tractor.

Reduce speed and use additional caution when on incliners, towing under adverse surface conditions and turning.

Use clutch during operate on the bumpy or solid ground then brake for stopping tractor then gear down for the balance of the driver.

For safety, tractor equipped with machine shall not transport on public road because the implement might crash with other vehicle.

Be extremely careful while handling various parts of the machine.

Caution – Crushing of fingers or hands – force applied from side

Beware of crushing during mounting and detaching of implement.

Beware of crushing during repair or replacement of parts

Caution - Avoid contact with rotating parts. Keep away

To be safe from injury avoid contact with rotating parts.

Keep all shields in place and good condition.

Preparing the Tractor Use Your Tractor Operator’s Manual Read operator’s manual before operating, servicing or repairing equipments. Follow all safety rules and instructions.

Never allow riders.

Never allow children or untrained person to operate the equipment.

Keep all shields in place and good condition.

Lower equipments to ground, stop engine, remove key and set brake before dismounting tractor.

Front Counterweight

CAUTION: The front counterweight may not be able to maintain tractor stability if the tractor is driven at excessive speed on rough ground with the implement raised. Drive slowly and carefully in these conditions.

Install the appropriate amount of weight on the tractor front end as recommended in the tractor operator's manual.

The implement code represents the weight of the machine and the distance from the tractor at which the weight is located.

Rear Wheel Counterweight Use a limited amount of liquid ballast or cast iron

load capacity needed to move the implement during

weights on the tractor rear wheels. This reduces the tire

transport operations.

Determining Front End Ballast Without Implement Codes To place the minimum amount of front end ballast for a

operator's manual or see your John Deere dealer if there

tractor-implement combination, refer to the tractor

is no implement code information available.

Tightening Hardware

Tighten all bolts and nuts. See the bolt torque tables in the Service section.

Attaching and Detaching the Sugarcane Planter Use Your Tractor Operator’s Manual Read operator’s manual before operating, servicing or repairing equipments. Follow all safety rules and instructions.

Never allow riders.

Never allow children or untrained person to operate the equipment.

Keep all shields in place and good condition.

Lower equipments to ground, stop engine, remove key and set brake before dismounting tractor.

Tractor Requirement

CAUTION: Do not use sugarcane planter with

Appropriate Horsepower rating of tractor is 55-90 HP

inappropriate tractor horsepower, damage may

with reference to specification chart.

result. Please refer to specification chart.

Attaching sugarcane planter to Tractor

Back tractor into position where you can align

Recommendation: Tractor has 3 points draft sensing

top link, right and left lower links to links

which is linked to top link. At position B, draft sensing is for

position of sugarcane planter. Length of lift

heavy

links of tractor is adjustable by rotating turn-

autometically during operation. Suitable for working in

buckle. Attach each three point links together

uneven land. If draft sensing is not required control lever

starting from left lower link then center link and

should be put at OFF position. Attach to position A is for

right lower link which length is adjustable.

transportation purpose.

Secure the connection with pin and lock with

There are 2 positions of sugarcane planter top links.

circle pin.

Position A will result in high lifting heigth suitable for

weight

implements.

Draft

will

be

adjusted

transportation purpose. Position B is for field operation. purpose.

Adjust the lift links by rotating the turn-buckle.

Right and left lift links should be aligned in both vertical and horizontal direction.

Adjust the top link arm to appropriate length in order to control the planter inclination and working depth.

The left and right lower links shall have the same clearance with rear wheels by adjusting the sway chains both sides. The sway chains should be tight in order to keep the sugarcane planter stability.

Detaching Sugarcane planter from Tractor

Lower sugarcane planter on the ground. The

flat and hard in order to bear sugarcane planter

planter should stand on the ground in a stable

weight.

position. The ground surface should be

Release the 3 circle pins and link pins.

Slowly drive tractor forward.

Transporting Transport Safely If the tractor has a safety ROLL-GARD™ CAUTION: When transporting on a public

canopy, keep

your

seatbelt fastened

road or highway, use accessory lights and

during transport operations.

devices

to

Engage a lower gear when going down

operators of other vehicles. Check with the

steep hills or grades; never coast down

appropriate authorities for information on this

hills.

aspect as well as to determine the maximum

Always use the warning lights, day and

machine transport width limits.

night, when operating on public roads.

Contact with electrical cables can cause severe

Keep the reflectors and SMV emblem

injury or death. When transporting or operating

clean and visible.

the machine, make sure to avoid contact with

Prevent collisions between other road

electrical lines.

users

When transporting the implement, always travel

operating on public roads.

at a speed that allows adequate control of

Frequently check for traffic from the rear,

steering and stopping.

especially in turns, and use turn signal

to

provide

adequate

warning

and

slow-moving

equipment

lights.

CAUTION: When transporting the implement on a smooth surface road, do not operate the tractor at more than 32 km/h (20 mph). Reduce speed considerably when traveling over uneven

Stopping distance increases with the speed and weight of towed loads, and on slopes.

Observe

these recommended

maximum travel speeds or the local speed limit that might be lower.

ground.

Do not go faster than 32 km/h (20 mph) Make sure there is no one near the implement.

and do not tow loads more than 1.5 times the tractor weight.

In the transport position, be sure to determine the amount of implement travel behind the tractor when

Ensure that the load does not exceed the recommended weight distribution. Add ballast while

turning corners.

complying with tractor limits, lighten the load or use Be aware of width and height limits to avoid

a heavier towing vehicle.

collisions with bridges and other vehicles.

When towing the implement, remember that towed loads can wobble, turn over or cause a loss of control.

Comply

with

the

following

recommendations:

The tractor must be heavy and powerful enough with adequate braking power to stop the towed load. Be especially careful when towing the machine in adverse conditions, when turning and when operating on slopes.

Use tractor with sufficient capacity to maintain control. Install adequate ballast on the tractor. See tractor operator’s manual. Couple tractor brake pedals together.

Never tow this implement with a truck or other automobile.

Operating the Sugarcane Planter Operating Instructions The sugarcane planter is designed to use with

recommended

wide variety of soils, give maximum performance

environment

with tractor depending on the soil type and

bystanders and the area around the work site.

compactness. It is required to attach with the

Untrained operators are not qualified to operate

tractor

the machine.

that

provide

appropriate

engine

procedures,

a

safe

working

provided

for

the

operator,

is

horsepower and lifting capacity to haul the sugarcane planter, please refer to specification

Many features incorporated into this machine are

chart. Be familiar with the machine before starting

the result of suggestions made by customers. Read

the operation.

this manual carefully to learn how to operate the machine safely and how to set it to provide

NOTE: It is the responsibility of the customer or

maximum field efficiency. By following the operating

operator to read this manual and to train all other

instructions in conjunction with a good maintenance

operators before they start working with the

program, your sugarcane planter will provide many

machine. Follow all safety instructions exactly.

years of trouble free service.

Safety is everyone's business. By following

Parking The following steps should be done when preparing to store the sugarcane planter or unhitch it from the tractor.

Park the sugarcane planter on level and fined

ground surface should be flat and hard in order to bear sugarcane planter weight.

Shut off tractor engine and engage parking brake.

ground. Sugarcane planter should stand on the ground in a stable position. The

Field Operation Before starting to work, following operation should be performed: Check all the lubricating points are lubricated.

Check that all grease nipples are in place

Attach sugarcane planter with the tractor at the 3 point links as explain in the attaching process.

Before

go

to

the

operation

field,

the

Be sure all bolts and nuts are tight.

transportation procedure should be reviewed

Clear the area to be worked of rocks, branches and other foreign objects

and secured before transport. Should drive at

Follow the inspection and safety process before

an appropriate speed and safely.

start the operation.

Tractor speed during operation should be 3-8

The planter is adjustable varied by soil

Km/h. depending on soil type and area of

conditions and field conditions which will be

operation. If the soil is hard and compact,

explained in adjustment topic.

reduce the speed and increase engine rpm.

After finished operation lower sugarcane

The left and right link should be aligned in x

planter on the ground. The planter should

and y direction and shall have the same

stand on the ground in a stable position. The

clearance with rear wheels by adjusting the

ground surface should be flat and hard in

sway chains both sides.

order to bear sugarcane planter weight.

The sway chains

should be tight in order to keep the sugarcane planter stability.

Adjustment To obtain optimum planter performance under varieties soil conditions and planting requirement, the sugarcane planter can be adjusted to meet the required depth of operation as the following directions, Begining planting speed should be 3 - 5 Km./hr. After planted for 10-15 m., observe that planter is not incline in left or right direction. If inclination was observed, turn-buckle at the right lift link should be adjusted as per recommended length below. Furrow closer should be adjusted to 30-45 degree to seeding row when operating with clay soil and 45-60 degree when operating with loam and sandy soil by observe that soil should cover all seeds.

Working depth and seeding depth is varried on season and soil conditions. The are 2 methods to adjust depth.

First method, adjust the depth adjustment which are locating beside mainframe both left and right side as shown below photos. When more depth require, adjust to upper position and vise versa when require less depth. Adjust to position 1-3 when operating with loam or sandy soil and adjust to position 4-6 when operating with clay soil. Second method is to adjust the top link. If more depth require top link should be adjusted to longer than 55 cm and vise versa when require less depth.

Where soil is less compact and fine, tractor can be run at the normal speed 3 - 8 Km./ hr. Furrow closer should be adjusted to 30-45 degree to seeding row when operating with clay soil and 45-60 degree when operating with loam and sandy soil by observe that soil should cover all seeds.

Appropriate gear speed when operating with loam and sandy soil is B2 at ERPM 1,600 rpm and B2 at ERPM 1,100 – 1,300 rpm. when operating with clay soil.

Appropriate land preparation by creating fine and leveling soil by using implement such as disc harrow or rotary tiller is recommended for better plantter performance and sugarcan yield.

Lubrication and Maintenance Safe Lubrication and Maintenance of the Machine: CAUTION: To avoid serious injuries or death from unexpected machine movement, locate the machine on a level service before performing any maintenance work. Lower the machine to the ground or support the raised machine with adequate

blocks

before

performing

any

maintenance work. If the machine is connected to the tractor, apply the park brake and/or place the transmission in PARK, shut off the engine and remove the key. If the machine is detached from the tractor, block the wheels and use shop stands to prevent rolling.

Lubrication and Maintenance Procedures: Clean the grease fittings before using a grease gun.

CAUTION: Do not clean, lubricate or adjust the machine while it is moving.

Replace any missing or damaged grease fittings immediately. If the new grease fitting does not

CAUTION: Remove cutting box chain before maintenance by release chain lock as shown below.

accept grease, remove it and inspect the adjacent parts for failures.

Proper lubrication of the implement at each point at intervals pointed out in this manual, using the grease and/or oil recommended, will prolong the service life of your machine. Failure to perform the above may result in failures as well as loss of time and money.

Follow Maintenance Safety Instructions for Fluids and Lubricants as outlined.

IMPORTANT: The recommended maintenance

Storing Lubricants:

intervals are based on normal operating conditions.

The machine can operate at top efficiency only if

In severe or unusual conditions it may be necessary

clean lubricants are used. Use clean containers

to lubricate more frequently.

to handle all lubricants. Store them in an area protected

Perform

the

lubrication

and

maintenance

procedures indicated in this section at the start and end of each season.

from

contaminants.

dust,

moisture

and

other

Grease

Replace

and

repair

broken

fittings

immediately.

Select the most appropriate grease based on NLGI

If fittings will not take grease, remove and

consistency

clean

numbers

and

expected

air

temperatures during the interval between grease changes.

The

following

type

of

grease

thoroughly.

Also

clean

lubricant

passageway. Replace fitting if necessary.

is

recommended: • John Deere SD POLYUREA grease The

following

types

of

grease

are

also

recommended: • John Deere HD LITHIUM COMPLEX grease Other greases may be used if they meet the following standard: • NLGI Consistency Classification GC-LB IMPORTANT: Some types of grease thickeners are not compatible with others. Check with your lubricant

(grease)

supplier

before

mixing

different types of grease.

Use a Maintenance Checklist to keep a record of all scheduled maintenance.

Use a hand held grease gun for all greasing.

Wipe grease fitting with a clean cloth before greasing, to avoid injecting dirt and grit.

Lubrication Symbols: Lubricate with grease at the hourly intervals indicated on symbol. Pack wheel bearings with axle bearing grease at the intervals (hours) indicated.

Lubricate with SAE140/CL140 oil at hourly interval indicated on symbol. Lubricate with John Deere TY6350 multipurpose spray lube as needed.

Alternative Lubricants:

you have any questions, see your John Deere

Conditions in some geographic regions may

dealer to obtain the latest information and

require the use of special lubricants or lubrication

recommendations.

practices not covered in this operator's manual. If

Lubrication of Sugarcane Planter:

CAUTION:

Before

oiling,

maintaining

or

adjusting the sugarcane planter, switch off the tractor engine.

Daily Maintenance Before starting work

Tighten all bolts and nuts. Check for damage of bolts and nuts.

Check for pins and pin locks are inserted properly and no missing or damage pins.

Check for damaged components- if damage found check trouble shooting as indicated in this manual or contact John Deere Dealer.

Daily Maintenance After working

Clean after using planter – use clean water wash planter and dry up.

Apply rustproof oil. The planter shall be stored in door at dry and clean place.

Tighten all bolts and nuts, and check for damaged parts before store.

Maintenance

Grease and lubricate as recommended points.

every 50 hours or every 1 weeks Maintenance every 100 hours or every 2 weeks

Check wheels bearing by try to rotate or move wheels. If the wheels are too loosen or move unsmooth, disassemble to check grease and bearing. If bearing damaged, should change bearing before start the operation to prevent damage to the bearing outer ring.

Check pins and pin holes – repair or change new part, if abnormal move or damage found.

Check bearing cover at furrow closer – if damage found should change new part to prevent dust, soil, and water contaminate in grease which will cause bearing to damage.

Check grease nipples for clogged or damaged, if abnormal found then repair or change new grease nipple.

Check chain tightening, if loosen found should adjust at tightening bolt.

Maintenance every 200 hours or every 1 month

Maintenance every 400 hours or every 1 year

Check cutting blades weariness and damage, all blades should have consistence size and well condition.

Important: blade sharpening should be performed on straight side of blade, do not sharpen at taper side as blade hardness will be reduced.

Check roller spring by rotate spring shaft nut to apply compression to spring then release spring shaft nut to check the extension of spring. If there is no spring pressure, spring should be changed. If spring shaft and spring shaft nut damaged should change new parts.

Check furrow closer and rollers bearing by try to rotate or move. If parts are too loosen or move unsmooth, disassemble to check grease and bearing. If bearing damaged, should change bearing before start the operation to prevent damage to the bearing outer ring.

Grease furrow closer and roller bearing.

Check main frame and structure for bending and welding point breakage.

Practice Safe Maintenance

On towed implements, disconnect wiring harnesses

Understand service procedure before doing work.

from tractor before servicing electrical system

Keep area clean and dry.

components or welding on machine.

Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it is moving. Keep hands, feet , and clothing from power-driven parts. Disengage all power and operate

controls

to

relieve

pressure.

Lower

equipment to the ground. Stop the engine. Remove the key. Allow machine to cool.

Securely support any machine elements that must be raised for service work.

Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed. Fix damage immediately. Replace worn or broken parts. Remove any buildup of grease, oil, or debris.

On self-propelled equipment, disconnect battery ground cable (-) before making adjustments on electrical systems or welding on machine.

Supporting Raised Machine:

CAUTION: Avoid possible injury or death due to a falling implement. Before servicing or repairing a raised implement: 1. Place support blocks (A) under the gauge wheels. Lower the implement onto blocks.

2. Place the tractor transmission in Park or apply the park brake, shut off the engine and remove the key.

A—Support Blocks

Maintenance of Sugarcane Planter: Proper servicing and adjustment is the key to the CAUTION: For safety reasons, the tractor shall

long life of any farm implement. With careful and

move to the storage area with low speed. The

systematic inspection, you can avoid the costly

Sugarcane planter lowered completely and slowly to

maintenance, time and repair.

the ground, tractor engine shut off and ignition key

After using your sugarcane planter for several

removed.

hours, ensure all the bolts are tight.

The storage area shall be flat, dry, and clean.

Replace any worn, damaged or illegible safety labels by obtaining new labels from your dealer.

Storage: At the end of the working season or when the planter will not be used for a long period, it is good practice to inspect repair or change damaged parts. In order to safe time for next season and extend life of sugarcane planter the following process shall be followed: Clean off any dirt or grease that may have accumulated on any of the moving parts. Check for wear and replace if necessary. Repaint parts where paint is worn or scratched by scrub the rust area with sand paper then apply rust preventive oil.

Inspect the nuts and screws for loose, damaged or worn parts and adjust or replace if needed.

Inspect pins and pin locks for loose, damage or lost during field operation.

Inspect all dust seals and covers for damage, if the severe damage occurs should change new part to prevent soil get into bearing which cause bearing to damage.

Test the movement of disc shaft or roller, if abnormal found, inspect for locknut loosen, bearing damage, or low grease.

Inspect for wear or damage of discs furrow closer.

Change the damaged parts and safety decals. Contact John Deere dealer for replacement parts.

Troubleshooting Sugarcane Planter Trouble Shooting:Locate the problem you’ve encountered in the chart below. Check the possible causes one at a time in the order listed. Correct any problems that are found and operate the sugarcane planter to see if you have eliminated the problem.

Symptom

Problem

Solution

Furrow closer disc does not rotate or dose not rotate smoothly or vibrate

1. Bearing breakage

1. Check bearing, if broken send to repair or change new bearing.

Planter doesn’t work properly and a lot of vibration during field work

1. Nut and screw loose or broken

Replacement bearing life is short

1. Bearing cover is damaged so that soil and water can get in.

2. Insufficient grease

2. Clean the disc, change bearing cover then apply grease.

2. Pins and pin holes are tearing or lost.

2. Use low quality bearing.

1. Check nuts, screws, pins, and circle pins daily, tighten or change if found damage.

1. Change bearing cover if found damage.

2. Check whether the bearing outer ring fit properly with the new bearing or not, if not send to repair.

3. Check whether bearing cover damage or not, if yes send to repair 4. Check whether bearing was assembled correctly or not.

5. It is advised to use high quality bearing

Billet stuck

1. Feeding many billets at a time.

2. Billet feed incline.

1. Should not feed more than 2 billets at a time.

2. Try to feed at center of cutting box.

Fertilizer stuck

1. Fertilizer contains and have big clod.

moisture

1. Use dry fertilizer.

2. Check foreign particles.

2. Foreign particles stuck in the tube.

Billet is not completely cut

1. Dull or damage blades.

2. Too much blades spacing.

1. Sharpen blades as recommended in maintenance procedure.

2. Adjust blade spacing by untighten blade fixing bolt and move blade to closer position.

Compatible with John Deere Tractor: 5310, 5610, 5715

Serial Number: The serial number is locating on the left of basket.

Always keep record of the serial number for future references.

Keep Machines Secure 1. Install vandal-proof devices.

5. Make note of suspicious activity and report any

2. When machine is in storage:

thefts immediately to law enforcement agencies.

- Lower equipment to the ground

6. Notify your John Deere dealer of any losses.

- Set wheels to widest position to make loading more difficult.

- Remove any keys and batteries.

3. When parking indoors, put large equipment in front of exits and lock your storage buildings.

4. When parking outdoors, store in a well-lighted and fenced area.

Specification :

Specification

SP3030

SP3040

SP3130

SP3140

Power (HP)

55

55

75 - 90

75 - 90

Tractor Compatibility

5310

5310

5610 and 5715

5610 and 5715

Double Row

Double Row

Double Row

Double Row

Billet Spacing (mm.)

300

400

300

400

Working Depth (mm.)

100 – 300

100 - 300

100 – 300

100 – 300

Overall Width (mm.)

1,600

1,600

2,000

2,000

Overall Height (mm.)

2,100

2,100

2,400

2,400

Basket Height (mm.)

1,200

1,200

1,400

1,400

3 Hitch Point

Cat II

Cat II

Cat II

Cat II

Billet Capacity (kg.)

800

800

1,000

1,000

Weight (kg.)

740

740

880

880

50

50

50

50

Options: Single roller Double rollers

Options: Single roller Double rollers

Options: Single roller Double rollers

Options: Single roller Double rollers

Type

Fertilizer tank (kg.)

Roller

stainless

Parts Catalogue Sugarcane Planter SP3030, SP3130, SP3040, SP3140

Key

Part name

Qty.

A

Main frame

1

B

Frame support

1

C

Cutting Box

1

D

Rollers

1

E

Holder Linkage

1

F

Basket

1

G

Fertilizer Tank

1

H

Wheel

2

Main Frame

Frame Support

Cutting Box

Wheel

Holder Linkage

Basket

Fertilizer Tank

Double Rollers

Single Roller

Decals

Operator’s Manual