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net FERBORAIN

FERBORAIN OPERATOR
HANDBOOK FOR USE AND
MAINTENANCE
GC-GD-GE-GE.S-GG

Please read the content of this manual before using your equipment

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INDEX

1. INTRODUCTION page 4
1.1. INFORMATION page 4
1.2. WARNING page 4
1.3. TERMS OF USE page 4

2. EQUIPEMENT IDENTIFICATION page 5

3. SAFETY SIGNS page 5

4. GENERAL RULES page 7

4.1. PHYSICAL CHECK page 7
4.2. STORAGE, UNPACKING AND DEMOLITION page 7
4.3. UNLOADING INSTRUCTIONS page 7
4.4. MOVING INSTRUCTIONS page 8

5. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS page 9

5.1. WHEELS ASSEMBLY page 9
5.2. SPADE ASSEMBLY page 9
5.3. TOW-BAR STACKER LEG ASSEMBLY page10
5.4. BOOM STACKER LEG REGULATION page10
5.5. INSIDE AND OUTSIDE STACKER LEG ASSEMBLY page10
5.6. ROTATION LEVER ASSEMBLY page 11
5.7. ROUND BLOCK BAR EXTRACTION page 11
5.8. IRRIGATION UNIT ROTATION page 11
5.9. HOSE UNROLLING TO TROLLEY FIXING page 12
5.10. HOSE-TROLLEY FIXING page 12
5.11. HOSE ROLLING page 13
5.12. TROLLEY LIFTER HOOK FIXING page 13
5.13. TROLLEY LIFTER LOWERING page 13
5.14. TROLLEY LIFTER ADJUSTMENT page 14
5.15. TROLLEY HOOKING page 14
5.16. KNOCK-OFF STIRRUP SETTING-FIXING page 14
5.17. TROLLEY LIFTING page 15
5.18. MACHINERY ROTATION–LOCK page 15

6. IRRIGATION INSTRUCTIONS page 16

6.1. INSTALLATION page 16
6.2. STARTING page 16

7. REGULATION INSTRUCTIONS page 18

8. INAPPROPRIATE USE page 19

9. MAINTENANCE page 19

10. WARRANTY page 20

ATTACHMENTS:
FERBORAIN CONFORMITY DECLARATION’S COPY page 21

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1. INTRODUCTION

1.1 INFORMATION
First, we would like to thank you for your trust in buying this new irrigation machine. This manual
contains the essential information to ensure a safe and proper use.
Full knowledge of the following instructions will allow you to maintain the machinery in perfect
working condition.
In the event of technical problems, please contact one of our authorised Assistance Centres or
our technical assistance office directly.
PLEASE READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL WHOLLY AND CAREFULLY BEFORE USING
THE MACHINERY.

THIS SYMBOL MARKS THE MOST IMPORTANT INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS

OWNER’S MANUAL

1.2 WARNING
The company is constantly striving to improve our machinery design and quality; Consequently,
although the information contained herein are the latest available before printing, there may be
some small differences between your machinery and this manual. For any further questions or
doubts about this manual, please contact our company.
This manual is property of Idrofoglia s.r.l. and:
- should be considered as integral part of the unit and must be annexed to the
machinery in case of resale;
- must be conserved throughout life cycle (from marketing to demolition) and kept in
a safe and secure place (in case of loss a duplicate must be requested to Idrofoglia
s.r.l.);
- reproduction and diffusion of this manual are strictly prohibited, except subject to
the manufacturer’s written authorization.
This technical information is directed to all operators who will use our machinery during
installation, moving, operation and dismantling, as well as maintenance operations people.
Ferbo s.r.l. disclaims any responsibility for any damage to people or goods caused by disregard
of the rules contained in this manual.

1.3 TERMS OF USE

This machinery has been designed and manufactured exclusively for the irrigation of any kind of
cultivated areas, parks, sports facilities and greenhouses. Tampering, changes and repairs (to
which the operator is not allowed) on the machinery or its parts which can change the operation
and/or the safety conditions are not permitted.
The operator must wear: helmet, protective gloves, work shoes and headsets (only for motorized
machinery). Wearing scarves, ties and fluttering clothes in general is strictly prohibited.
No more than one person at a time is allowed to operate the machinery. Keep the machinery
away from children and unauthorised persons.

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2. EQUIPMENT IDENTIFICATION

The machine is identified by the nameplate data (fig. 1) attached by riveting. This plate must never be
removed and must be kept legible always; in case of damage, kindly request a duplicate at Ferbo
s.r.l. The machine can not be marketed without its plate.

fig. 1
3. SAFETY SIGNS

The structural features, safety devices and adopted protections are such as to ensure the machinery
safety. However, in order to increase the security level, stickers signs have been placed near
particularly dangerous areas. In stickers deterioration event, the owner is obliged to restore the signs
with new stickers. Removal of or tampering with the stickers signs are expressly prohibited.
The signs generally used are:

GENERAL DANGER, placed on roller-slider chain protection;

STAKER LEG DANGER, placed near boom stacker leg, spade and
tow-bar;

CRUSHING DANGER, placed near bar joint shot;

GEAR DANGER, placed near mechanical moving parts (ex. crown-

pinion reel, crown and roller-slider chain ….);

ENGAGED/DISENGAGED GEARBOX, placed near gearbox release

lever;

LIFTING HOOK COUPLING, placed near holes on the machinery

upper frame ;

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GEAR INDICATOR, placed on gear shift lever;

MAXIMUM AUTHORIZED SPEED, placed on the machinery rear,

upper frame;

GREASE ROLLER CROWN, placed near

crown (grease before using);

DANGER WHILE USING, placed near

trolley lifter;

LEVERS CONTROLS, placed near nozzle ring, if used, identifies

the different command types;

INSTRUCTION SUMMARY AND

WARNINGS, placed near turbine casing
(read carefully);

DIGITAL GRAPHIC COUNTER, placed

near turbine casing.

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4. GENERAL RULES

4.1 PHYSICAL CHECK

At machinery arrival we recommend to check that the received material matches what indicated
in the transport documents and that it has not been damaged and/or deteriorated. If necessary,
open the packing.
In the event of damaged goods, the responsible transport firm must be notified urgently to issue
a complaint to the insurance company, noting it down on the transport document too; at the
same time proceed to inform the shipping office at Idrofoglia s.r.l.
It Is understood that all shipments are carried ENTIRELY AT CUSTOMER RISK (even carriage
free).
Please also check that the Ferborain nameplate data are in accordance with those on the
machinery order sheet.

4.2 STORAGE, UNPACKING AND DEMOLITION

If the machine is to be left in the open air throughout the winter period in particularly cold areas
(-5°C;-10°C) it is recommended:
a) to partly remove the water from PE hose, by following these steps:
- unroll about 1/3 of the hose;
- remove the trolley cap;
- roll up the hose using PTO;
b) to remove the water from the turbine by the special valve placed on it;
c) for better paint maintenance it is advisable to spray a diesel fuel and oil mixture on it.
The packing opening, where necessary, must be carried out with care, to prevent damage during
this operation.
Take special care, during any wood packing removal using tackles, to not prejudice self-
propelled machinery parts and other components.
Equally, using cutters, care must be taken not to scratch painted surfaces. All packing materials
(Plastic bags, PVC sheets, polystyrene, boards with nails etc.) must be collected and disposed
of. For these operations, follow antipollution regulations; if released to the environment, these
materials can be potentially dangerous, especially for children, and cause pollution.
Any disposal of these or other components or fluids or accessories, must be in accordance with
rules in force at demolition time; for a correct disposal, it is advisable to make use of specialized
and authorized services and/or consult the competent authorities for information about where
and how these materials should be disposed of.
Alternatively contact the manufacturer.
IN ANY CASE AVOID RELEASE TO THE ENVIRONMENT.

4.3 UNLOADING INSTRUCTIONS

By unloading we mean all the operations to be performed immediately after delivery and
whenever the machinery is transported, on lorries or farm wagons, by the operator.
IN ORDER TO PREVENT DAMAGES TO THINGS, PEOPLE OR THE OPERATOR, the
following rules must be scrupulously observed:
- do not let people stay nearby the machinery during lifting and moving operations.
- the positioning of self-propelled machinery on means of transport and its perfect fastening with
cables or other must be carefully studied and controlled to prevent movement during transport.
Here are different kinds of unloading:
a) unloading by crane in accordance to machine weight:
- set the hooks on the frame side holes (pic. 2);
- lift the machinery about 10 cm from the floor and proceed slowly to positioning on the
ground;
- remove the hooks;

b) by forklift:
- position the forklift forks in the carrying frame lower part;
- lift and carry the car on the ground..

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c) by tractor:
- bringing the truck to an same height unloading surface or locate the appropriate slides in
equipped truck case;
- hook the machinery to tractor and proceed to unloading.

Hole for hook

attachment

pic. 2
4.4 CARRIAGE INSTRUCTION
By transport we mean the movement of machinery by tractor. During this step THE FOLLOWING
RULES MUST BE FOLLOWED CAREFULLY :

- 10 Km/h maximum speed during movements, to be reduced on rough terrains in order to

avoid dangerous machinery unbalancing;
- 15°maximum crosswise (pic. 3) and 30° maximum len gthwise (pic. 4).
- It is forbidden to use the machinery to transport or tow persons or things, even for a short
distance;
- Transport of the machinery on workplace must be performed by an adequate towing tractor;
- the tires must be properly inflated;
- during transport, the trolley towing eye shall be properly inserted in the tractor seat through
the appropriate pin equipped with a safety cotter pin, and the trolley stacker legs must be
fully raised.

pic. 3 pic. 4

5. ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION

A clever and shrewd operator must adhere to fundamental and simple behavioural rules to ensure the
safety of himself and other people and preserve the self-propelled machinery from damage. During
preliminary operations, and subsequent maintenance operations, the requirements listed below must
be observed:
- when using compressed air (maximum air pressure used to clean the machinery must be less
than 2 atmospheres) glasses and dust mask must be worn, as solid particles might be set in

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motion and hit the operator's eyes damaging his eyesight, or inhaled and have an irritating effect on
the lungs;
- use protective helmets when working in a suspended load area or with installations at head level;
- always wear safety shoes and protective working suit;
- never try to do operations with which one is not familiar;
- Always follow the instructions; in absence of these contact the manufacturer or qualified staff.
It is also recommended to:
- constantly check for incidental loosening of the parts;
- investigate the source of any unusual noises that, if ignored, could generate faults or anomalies;
- do not attempt repairs if not authorized and specifically prepared to do this.

If the machinery is delivered with disassembled trolley lifter and/or trolley and/or wheels and/or
bottom frame, proceed to assembly in this way:

5.1. WHEELS ASSEMBLY:

- assemble the wheel hubs (A) to the crossbar welded to the machinery (B) and screw the
appropriate fixing screws (C) (pic. 5);
- mount the wheels.

C
A B

pic.5
5.2. SPADE ASSEMBLY:
- place spade (pic. 6); 55
- fix it with screws and bolts.

pic. 6
5.3. TOW-BAR STACKER LEG ASSEMBLY:
- position the tow-bar stacker leg near its housing (pic. 7);
- fix front pin and cotter pin (pic. 8);
- fix rear pin and cotter pin (pic. 9).

pic. 7 pic. 8 pic. 9

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5.4. BOOM STACKER LEG REGULATION (pic. 10):

- remove pin and cotter pin;
- regulate stacker leg length;
- fix pin and cotter pin..

pic. 10

5.5. INSIDE AND OUTSIDE STACKER LEGS ASSEMBLY:

- cut the wire (D) (pic. 11);
- lower trolley lifter;
- slide vertical legs and fix them whit pin and cotter pin (pic.12) to spades.

pic. 11 pic. 12

5.6. ROTATION LEVER ASSEMBLY:

- position the lever near the hole in the trolley lifter(pic. 13);
- fix the rotation lever by means of the round bar (pic. 14).

pic. 13 pic. 14

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5.7. ROTATION BLOCKING ROUND BAR EXTRACTION:

- Remove the safety pin (pic. 15).

pic. 15
5.8. IRRIGATION UNIT ROTATION
- Pull the rotation lever pushing on the trolley lifter (pic. 16);
- rotate the machinery (pic. 17).

pic. 16 pic. 17

5.9. HOSE UNROLLING TO FIX IT TO THE TROLLEY:

- fasten a band to the hose flange (pic. 18);
- remove the ratchet (pic. 19);
- put in neutral (pic. 20);
- unroll the hose by means of a tractor(pic.21);
- temporarily settle the knock-off stirrup (pic. 22).

pic. 18 pic. 19 pic. 20

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pic. 21 pic. 22

5.10. HOSE ROLLING:

- unscrew the trolley retainer fork (pic. 23);
- insert the hose and screw the trolley retainer fork back (pic. 24);
- fix the hose flange with the trolley flange (only lower screws) (pic. 25);
- place the gasket (pic. 26);
- tighten the remaining screws and lock all screws (pic. 27).

pic. 23 pic. 24 pic. 25

pic. 26 pic. 27

5.11. HOSE ROLLING:

- loosen the knock-off stirrup (pic. 28);
- insert the ratchet;
- wind the hose by PTO jack (pic. 29) until a 25 cm distance is left between the trolley wheel and the
machinery wheel (pic. 30).

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pic. 28 pic. 29 pic. 30

5.12. TROLLEY LIFTER CATCH ASSEMBLY (fig. 31):

- take the hook and insert it in the socket;
- fix the hook by setting pin and cotter pin

5.13. TROLLEY LIFTER LOWERING:

- insert the lever into the pump bore and turn the black hand grip (pic. 32); pic. 31
- pump until the spades touch the ground (pic. 33).

pic. 32 pic. 33
5.14. TROLLEY LIFTER ADJUSTMENT:
- remove pin and cotter pin (pic. 34);
- slide and adjust trolley lifter length (pic. 35);
- fix pin and cotter pin.

pic. 34 pic. 35
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5.15. TROLLEY HOOKING:

- hook the trolley to the trolley lifter (pic. 36).

pic. 36

5.16. KNOCK-OFF STIRRUP SETTING AND FIXING:

- push by one hand the bar joint and position the knock-off stirrup (pic. 37-38);
- block knock-off stirrup by its screws (E).

pic. 38
pic. 37

5.17. TROLLEY LIFTING:

- insert the lever into the pump bore and turn the black hand grip all the way (pic. 39);
- pump so that the trolley get up off the ground (pic. 40).

pic. 39 pic. 40

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5.18. ROTATION AND LOCKING OF THE MACHINERY:

- pull the trolley lifter lever and turn the machinery holding to the trolley (pic. 41);
- insert the safety pin to block rotation (pic. 42).

pic. 41 pic. 42

6. IRRIGATION INSTRUCTIONS

6.1.INSTALLATION
During the installation phases of the self-propelled machinery the points below must be followed:
a) position the machinery in the chosen stationing area for irrigation; in the choice of a stationing
place please make sure that:
- the terrain on which the machinery is stationing is sufficiently compact and flat;
- there is enough space for the operator around the machinery;
- the area where the self-propelled machinery works is flat.
b) let the central stacker leg down, unhook the tractor, then let both lateral boom stacker legs down
to the ground;
c) remove the stop washer from its seat and proceed, with caution, to the machinery head rotation
until the wanted position is reached (the hose line must be parallel to the hose path);
d) replace the stop washer in its seat;
e) anchor the machinery to the ground (pic. 43): by means of the hydraulic pump (A) lower the
trolley lifter (B) allowing the spades to penetrate as much as possible into the ground (C). By
doing so, the trolley (D) will automatically unhook from the trolley lifter (B);
f) the distance between trolley lifter and trolley hook must be comprised between 20 and 25 cm.

C pic. 43

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6.2.STARTING
During the machinery starting phase, the points below must be followed:
a) connect the flexible hose terminal to the water inlet (A), making sure that all the fitting "hooks" are
placed correctly (pic. 44);
b) the manual control lever (B) must be in “0” position (STOP) (pic. 44-45);
c) slightly slow the gearbox down by means of the brake (C) (pic. 45);
d) disengage the latch (D) from the toothed crown (pic. 44);

A
C
pic. 44 pic. 45

e) unhook the tractor from the machinery drawbar and put the same in the right position to hook the
sprinkler trolley using the chain provided;
f) start to unroll the PE hose, reaching 3 Km/h maximum speed and, maintaining rectilinear
trajectory and constant speed, proceed to the end of to plot to be irrigated, gradually reducing the
speed in the last 25 meters. If the plot to be irrigated is longer than the hose, always make sure that
at least 1.5 –
2 turns of it remain rolled in the machinery;
For the first irrigation, it is important to unroll at least 80-90% of the hose length and wind it
up as the irrigation goes;
g) verify that the sprinkler angle of action is the desired one. To modify the angle, use (in the absence of
water) special reverser stops;
h) start the pumping station and/or open the valve between the power line and the hose, letting water
slowly into the machinery until it begins to come out from the sprinkler. Afterwards, let the pressure
reach the desired value (3.5 – 8 bar from Ø40 to Ø70 and 4 – 10 bar from Ø75 to Ø140);
i) insert the stopper (D) (pic. 44) on the toothed crown, and place the knob (E), connected to the gear
box (E1), on START. Place the knob (F) on the desired gear (I or II or III or IV) (pic. 46-47);
j) adjust the PE hose winding speed using the by-pass manual valve. To do this, loosen the knob (G)
by moving the lever it is possible to change the speed (fig. 47);
k) when starting the PE hose rewinding, make sure to adjust the coils left wound on the machinery;

E1
G
F + -
E

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REMINDER:SPEED EQUALIZER REGULATION

If during the hose winding up the machinery loses too much speed, it must be ensured that the by-pass
valve (H), which in this case acts as compensator, is opened further than usual (fig. 48). To do this, move
the lever (I) towards a lower hole; on the contrary, if during the hose winding up the machinery gains too
much speed, the lever (I) must be moved towards an upper hole (pic. 51)

pic. 48 I
H pic. 49

k) once the irrigation is over, the knock–off stirrup on the hose will disengage the gear box;
l) turn off the pumping station and/or close the valve between the line and the hose;
m) by hydraulic pump (L) pull back the stacker legs (M): the trolley will be lifted automatically (N) by
the trolley lifter (O); to change the distance from the ground (x) move the pin (P) (pic. 50);
n) put the machinery upper body back in transport position;
o) lift the boom stackers legs and parking stacker leg back up.

O P

x pic. 50
M

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7. REGULATION INSTRUCTION

a) speed adjustment by manual by-pass valve:

- by unscrewing the knob (A) and pushing the lever (B) it is possible to vary the speed during the
Irrigation (pic. 51)
b) speed adjustment by manual transmission placed on the gearbox (WITHOUT WATER PRESSURE)
- move the speed lever (C) from the current position to the desired position (pic. 52);
- if this action proves difficult, since this is not a synchronized gear box, the PTO socket (E) must be
turned a little by the handwheel (the little steering wheel) (D) so that the gears in the gear box can
rotate a little bit, and at the same time repeat the action of moving the speed lever.

B
A C

+ -

pic. 52
pic. 51
E
D

8. MACHINERY IMPROPER USE

- Do not unroll the hose alongside a ditch at less than 5 m;

- do not wind up the hose on a muddy area without lifting it from the ground and inserting little
wooden boards every 10-15 m;
- never leaver the crank engaged on the gearbox PTO;
- the machinery is not allowed to public roads circulation;
- make sure not to reach electric lines or high voltage cables with the water jet;
- during the transfer phases it is prohibited to sit or stand on the machinery;
- after the hose is unrolled, wind it up within a few hours, to prevent its stickingto the ground; If this
is not possible, pass a rope under the entire hose length;
- after having engaged the lever in gear position, observe the hose winding up for a few minutes,
making sure the machinery is securely anchored to the ground and does not tend to move. If it
does, increase the legs grip on the ground;
- when the machinery is used with partially unrolled PE hose we recommend:
a) unroll the hose with the utmost attention, checking that the length of hose which remains on the
roller doesn’t come loose; we therefore suggest a low unrolling speed and gradual stopping;
b) Periodically irrigate unrolling at least 80%-90% of its length.

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9. MAINTENANCE

For maintenance we mean all control e maintenance operation of the machinery components state.
The following actions must be periodically taken on the machinery (see table - pic. 53)

5
4 7
16
8
6
14

1 15 11 2
12 13 10 9 pic. 53

ACTION TO BE TAKEN:
AT
POS. DESCRIPTION BEGINNING
EVERY 3 EVERY 20
AND END OF
IRRIGATIONS IRRIGATIONS
IRRIGATION
SEASON

1 Check the gear box oil level X X

2 Grease the rotating platform X
3 Grease the draw-bar stacker leg X
Grease the seal (water inlet on the
4
drum) X X
5 Grease the bearings of the drum X X
6 Grease the chain of the sliding bar X X
7 Grease the toothed crown X X
Grease the sprinkler (See use and
8
maintenance manual)
Grease the bearings of the trolley
9
wheels
X X

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Grease the sliding bar for its entire
10 length, sliding hose support and its X X
lateral supports

11 Grease the wheels bearings X X

12 Check the wheels pressure X X
13 Grease the spade vertical legs X X
14 Grease the trolley lifter vertical legs X
15 Check the pump oil level X
Check the by pass valve and gear
16
lever fluidity
X

11. WARRANTY

Ferbo s.r.l. company guarantees that the self-propelled machinery described in this booklet is free
from materials and construction defects.
Ferbo s.r.l. company guarantees the Ferborain for one year from delivery date for all components.
The warranty consists in providing and replacing without cost pieces that are proved unusable due to
construction defect but not to normal wear defects, to accidents, to transport damage, to negligence,
inexperience or incompetence.
The replacement will be performed after Ferbo s.r.l. has established, by its means, the defects
consistency. The buyer loses any warranty rights when the machinery is used for services different
from those it was intended for, when its construction operation are modified, or it is repaired by
persons other than those indicated. Manpower, delivery costs, sending of parts or inspections
requested by the buyer and accepted by Idrofoglia are fully charged to the purchaser. All parts
replaced under warranty must be returned to Ferbo s.r.l. within 30 days in order to benefit of the
warranty itself. Ferbo s.r.l. company is exempt from any responsibility and liability for any damage to
persons or things caused by the goods supplied, for reasons or in dependence of it, by hidden
defects, by construction or material defects or by lack of essential requirements.
The warranty loses its value if the customer modifies or suspends payments or trade agreements
previously agreed upon.
For any dispute Urbino is the competent jurisdiction.

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NOTES

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