cut and send

WARRANTY CERTIFICATE
(CLIENT’S COPY)

TECHNICAL DELIVERY DATE: / /

INVOICE NUMBER:

DEALERSHIP INFORMATION

NAME:

STAMP AND SIGNATURE:

CLIENT INFORMATION

NAME: PHONE:

ADDRESS:

PURCHASED UNIT INFORMATION

MODEL:

MANUFACTURED DATE:

SERIAL NUMBER:

IMPORTANT!
Warranty issues will only be address if this certificate is properly
filled-out at the time of delivery by technician. This certificate must be
presented with every warranty claim, along with the sales invoice.
cut and send

TECHNICAL DELIVERY TERMS

(this form must be completed by the technician and sent to stara)

DELIVERY DATE / / INVOICE No.:

TECHNICIAN/DELIVERY AGENT:
CUSTOMER DATA
NAME: PHONE No.:
OPERATOR(S) NAME(S):
ADDRESS:
PURCHASED PRODUCT DATA
MODEL:
MANUFACTURED DATE:

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

We declare that the implement referenced in this document, is being

delivered under normal conditions of use, as described and, with the
various adjustments and instructions.

CUSTOMER SIGNATURE TECHNICIAN OR DEALER’S SIGNATURE

 Instructions for Warranty Claims

Technical Delivery

A) Stara, claims the right of a Technical Delivery to the original owner/purchaser of

the equipment, touching on the following items like: assembly, adjustments,
operations, maintenance and warranty.
B) The owner of the machine should designate one or more operators to be
trained.
C) It shall be up to the owner, that all instructions listed in the Operation and
Maintenance Manual be adhered to and be rigorously followed.
D) Maintain the equipment and all respective manuals in a perfect state of
conservation, and on a regular maintenance schedule, thus preserving the right to
warranty claims.

Warranty Terms
1) The warranty here expressed is the responsibility of the equipment dealership
along with the owner/purchaser of said equipment. Thus, it is understood, that
there is no direct dealings between the said owner/purchaser and the factory.
2) It is here defined that the first purchaser of the equipment is the DEALERSHIP,
and the second ownership will be here established as the CLIENT.
3) The following conditions are basic and will be that, the dealership will submit to
Stara's judgment all warranty claims.

Conditions of the Warranty

A) Stara guarantees its product “only to” the DEALERSHIP, and for the period of
six months, starting on the day of delivery to the CLIENT, along with the original
invoice and warranty certificate, which must be presented at the time of claim.
B) Stara restricts its responsibility strictly to the terms herewith contained in this
warranty, which will become non-transferable an will terminate automatically, in
case of the resale of the equipment by the second owner, the CLIENT or warranty
termination by the CLIENT.
C) The warranty covers exclusively material defects and/or of fabrication defects,
being that, labor, freight, and other expenditures are not covered by the Warranty,
for they are the responsibility of the DEALERSHIP.
D) Requested revisions by the CLIENT, even though the equipment is still under
warranty, will be subject to charges.
E) The warranty of parts and components which were replaced, will end herewith
the warranty of the equipment.
F) In cases of warranty service delays, those will not warrant the purchaser the
right to indemnity for damages, or extension of the warranty.

Items Excluded from the Warranty

Not included are such items as: hydraulic oils and lubricants, filters, greases and
the like,charges for roadside assistance or help, on-site assistance and any
equipment maintenance or help by Stara personnel; all these are the
responsibility of the purchaser.

Also not inclusive are: tires, inner tubes, electrical and electronic equipment,
batteries, engine, starter motor, alternator, fuel injection pump, these again are not
inclusive of Stara's warranty since they have specific manufacturer's warranty on
each of said components.

Other charges or expenses such as: transportation or travel expenses, towing

services, material damages or damages against the owner or his agents , these
are the sole responsibilities of the purchaser, until otherwise proven through the
results of investigations done by qualified and certified agents of the state or
government.
 Warranty Forfeiture

The warranty will become null and void at such time as:
A) it is established that the defects or damages are the result of, inappropriate use
of the equipment, through the failure of not following instructions as specified on
the supplied manual, or the failure of untrained or inexperienced operators.
B) the product suffered repairs or modifications in repair shops which are not part
of Stara's authorized dealerships.
C) the parts or components present damages due to inappropriate use, or
damaged by other parts which are not genuine or original parts of the equipment,
by the end user.
D) the product suffers any type of misuse, even to the extent of causing safety
issues,concerns or breaches, and it will be per the company's judgment on such
matters, and it will carry the final word, until otherwise proven through the results of
investigations done by qualified and certified agents of the state or government.
E) the equipment is not up to date on all current revisions or upgrades, and/or if the
owner will not furnish solicited documentation.
F) the hydraulic system is contaminated by impurities of unauthorized or non-
recommended fluids.
G) the equipment is found to have damaged, scraped, illegible or no ID plate.
H) the warranty is found to have incomplete or erroneous information or any
unauthorized alterations.
I) the equipment was adversely misused in situations such as: working or was
driven at speeds which exceeded recommended speeds, overloading equipment
during work, etc.
Note: Any fabrication defects and/or material defects, the object of this warranty,
will not constitute, and under no hypothesis will it be a motive to rescind any
purchase or sales contracts/agreements, nor will it warrant the purchaser the right
to indemnity of any nature, save only those established by Consumer Rights or
Civil Codes; as specified in the country of purchase or sale.

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Besides the instruction manual, the users of Stara products can call the nearest
authorized dealership to obtain any needed assistance. The dealership, by its
own merit, can seek information and assistance from the After-Sales Department
at Stara, whenever a difficult situation presents itself, or the need arises to resolve
any problems.
 REPLACEMENT PARTS
Parts replacement should only be done using original parts from Stara, the
which , besides preserving the warranty rights as a consumer, will not
compromise the operation and the maintenance of the equipment.

PROJECT MODIFICATIONS
Stara S/A reserves the right to introduce project modifications of its
products for the end of its improvements or refinement, regardless of any
obligations to upgrade any previously manufactured equipment.

Stara S/A AgriculturaMachinery and Implements, Ind.

Não-Me-Toque, RS, Brazil

 Constant Evolution

TORNADO 600MD
MONO DISC SPREADER

INSTRUCTION AND
PARTS MANUAL

STARA S.A. - Agricultural Machinery and Implements Industry

AV. STARA, 519
Não-Me-Toque,RS - Brazil
CEP 99470-000
Phone/Fax:+55 54 3332-2800
e-mail: stara@stara.com.br
Home page: www.stara.com.br

Jan./2011 - Rev. 03
 TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION...............................................................................................05
1 - MAIN COMPONENTS..................................................................................06
2 - IDENTIFICATION PLATE..............................................................................06
3 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS...................................................................07
4 - SAFETY MEASURES...................................................................................07
5 - TORNADO 600MD ASSEMBLY....................................................................08
6 - MOUNTING AND ADJUSTMENTS...............................................................09
6.1 - Hooking-up Implement to Tractor...........................................................09
6.2 - Drive-shaft Mounting.............................................................................11
6.3 - Adjustment and Procedures..................................................................12
6.3.1 - Rate Adjustments..........................................................................12
6.3.2 - Product Placement Positioning.....................................................12
6.3.3 - Vane Adjustments.........................................................................14
6.3.4 - Overlapping Adjustment Between Runs........................................14
6.3.5 - Procedure for Final Coverage.......................................................15
6.3.6 - Procedure to Confirm Rates..........................................................16
7 - PRODUCT APPLICATION TABLES..............................................................17
7.1 - TABLE I - Potassium Chloride (00-00-60) 1120 kg/m3............................17
7.2 - TABLE II - Formulated NPK Fertilizer/in grain(05-20-30) 1030kgm3.......18
7.3 - TABLE III - NPK Fertilizer Mixture (05-20-30) 990kg/m3.........................18
7.4 - TABLE IV - Ammonia Sulfate1090kg/m3................................................19
7.5 - TABLE V - Triple Superphosphate(00-42-00) 1100kg/m3.......................19
7.6 - TABLE VI - Urea (45-00-00) 765kg/m3...................................................20
7.7 -TABLE VII - Pre-germinated Rice/ 3 days (IRGA-409) 660kg/m3.............20
7.8 - TABLE VIII - Dry Rice (IRGA-409) 600kg/m3..........................................21
7.9 - TABLE IX - Common White Oats 490kg/m3............................................21
7.10 - TABLE X - Dark Oats 540kg/m3............................................................22
7.11 - TABLE XI - Barley BR-2 710kg/m3........................................................22
7.12 -TABLE XII - Common Small Corn 844kg/m3..........................................23
7.13 - TABLE XIII - Wheat (CEP-27) 820kg/m3...............................................23
8 - ACESSORIES - USE AND ADJUSTMENTS.................................................24
8.1 - Conductors used in Row Distribution....................................................24
8.1.1 - Adjustment of the Tornado 600 MD to Fertilize in 2 rows................25
8.2 - Larger Agitador (Christmas Tree)..........................................................25
8.2.1 - Main Components.........................................................................26
8.3 - Protective Cap-f/Seeds(Chinese Cap)..................................................27
9 - PROBLEMS, POSSIBLE CAUSES AND/OR SOLUTIONS FOR THE
TORNADO 600MD............................................................................................28
10 - MAINTENANCE..........................................................................................28
10.1 - Daily Maintenance..............................................................................28
10.2 - Periodic Maintenance.........................................................................29
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TABLE OF CONTENTS

10.3 - Lubrification........................................................................................29
10.3.1 - Recommended Oils....................................................................29
10.3.2 - Recommended greases..............................................................30
10.3.3 - Special Precautions....................................................................30
10.3.4 - Storage.......................................................................................30
11 - PARTS CATALOG......................................................................................31
11.1 - TORNADO 600 MD MAJOR ASSEMBLY ...........................................31
11.2 - TORNADO 600 MD SUB-ASSEMBLIES.............................................32
11.3 - FASTENER PKG ASSY-TORNADO 600 MD.......................................35
11.4 - PROTECTIVE CAP-F/SEEDS............................................................36
11.5 - MIXER/CHRISTMAS-TREE PKG ASSY.............................................37
11.6 - DEFLECTOR PKG ASSY....................................................................38
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INTRODUCTION

Dear Client,

The Centrifugal Mono-disc Spreader, model Tornado 600MD, was

developed to distribute through a casting process, fertilizers, corrective agents
and seeds in general, with uniformity and precision.
The distribution is done by a single disc, with 4 adjustable vanes, which
allows for different densities, granularity and work rows.
The Tornado 600MD is hooked-up to a tractor on the three point hydraulic
system, with pins of categories I and II, and activated by the PTO.
Using certain accessories, it is possible to row-spread and even apply
powdered products.
To use the equipment properly, it is important that this instruction manual is
read attentively, and keep it in pristine conditions for future usage and
consultations, should there arise questions and doubts.
STARA makes available to you exclusive call-ins to the After-Sales
Department, to better assist you and your dealer, so that you will optimize the
usage of your equipment.
NOTE: This manual is available on our site: www.stara.com.br, along with
information on our complete line of products.

Stara S/A Agricultural Machinery and Implements, Ind.

Não-Me-Toque, RS, Brazil
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1 - MAIN COMPONENTS

1 - Chassis
2 - Reservoir 7
3 - Gear Box
4 - Drive-shaft 2
5 - Disc
6 - Vanes
7 - Agitators

6
1
5

4 3

Figure 01

2 - ID PLATE
The ID plate (Figure 02) shows the model no. of the machine, weight, serial
no., and also the date manufactured. This information is fundamental in the
traceability of the machine during its life cycle. The ID plate is placed on the
chassis of the implement.

STARA S.A. IND. DE IMPLEMENTOS AGRÍCOLAS

NÃO-ME-TOQUE - RS BRASIL

MOD.: PESO: kg
Nº FAB.:
SÉRIE: MÊS/ANO /

Figure 02
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3 - TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
- Maximum capacity of trailer............................ 600 liters or 700 kg
- Empty weight .................................................140kg
- Height............................................................127cm
- Width .............................................................143cm
-Working width................................................. 4 to 22m
- Flow range - Seeds........................................ 2.5 to 420 kg/ha
- Granular fertilizer............... 30 to 1000 kg/ha
- Dry powdered fertilizer ....... 300 to 5000 kg/ha
- PTO revolutions............................................. 540 rpm
- Hook-up pins Categories ............................... I and II
- Hook-up system............................................. 3 points
- Lubrication points .......................................... 2

4 - SAFETY MEASURES

The Tornado 600MD is a simple implement which does not pose high risks
to the operator, still it is important to observe certain safety measures, such as:
a) When hitching the implement, remember to place the locking pins on the 3-
point hitches;
b) Confirm the drive-shaft length before hooking it up (see item “Mounting the
drive-shaft” page 11);
c) Only hookup the PTO when the tractor is turned off;
d) Do not stand near the drive-shaft while it is in motion ;
e) Never turn off the engine with the PTO turned on;
f) Avoid allowing joy-riders or hitch-hikers on-board while the operator is
working;
g) Check your surroundings before maneuvering the tractor or the implement,
to avoid injury to personnel, animals or obstacles;
h) Do not turn-off the PTO with the slide-gate open;
i) Do not turn-on the PTO with the implement stationary;
j) Do not allow personnel to remain in the area of the product distribution;
k) Remain alert, making sure that there are no foreign objects mixed-in with the
product to be distributed.
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5 -TORNADO 600MD ASSEMBLY

To lessen the implement’s transportation volume, the reservoir and the

portal opening lever leave the factory disassembled from the chassis, and will be
mounted in the field. The reservoir is mounted to the chassis using 3 reinforced
plates, which can be easily removed for cleaning.
To proceed with the assembly, mount the 3 plates to the reservoir using 14
screws onto the pre-existing drilled holes(Figure 03), make sure that the screw
heads are inside the reservoir.

Figure 03
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6 - HOOK-UP, ADJUSTMENTS AND PROCEDURES

ATTENTION! Before hooking-up and operating the implement follow these

procedures :
- Verify that the inside of the reservoir is clean of all foreign objects. Remove it,
should you find any foreign objects.
- Remove the transmission main oil plug and replace it with a breather, as
shown (Figure 04).
- To check the gear box oil level, place the implement on a level surface and
remove the rear end plug (Figure 04).

Replace the Main Oil Plug

with a Breather.

Rear End Plug

(check oil level)

Figure 04

6.1 - Hooking-up the Implement to the Tractor

The Tornado 600MD, in principal, can mount on any tractor possessing a

hydraulic lift.
To hook-up the spreader to the tractor, follow these steps:
1st) Dis-arm the tractor traction bar and move it to the side, or remove it
completely, leaving room for the drive-shaft.
2nd) Hook-up the implement onto to the 3-points of the tractor hydraulic
system. The mounting pins of the Tornado 600MD where made for two types of
categories I and II (Figure 05).
ATTENTION! It is important that the arms of the 3rd point and of the two
side braces (Figure 06), should be adjusted with the maximum slackness of 5 cm,
so that these items will not interfere with the tractor’s tires.
3rd) Level the implement in relation to the terrain. Checking all sides so that the
implement is leveled (Figures 07 and 08), also verify that the distance of the disc to
the ground should be 75 cm (Figure 08).
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Cat. II = Ø 28
3

max. 5 cm

Cat. I = Ø 22
Figure 05 Figure 06

75 cm

Figure 07 Figure 08
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6.2 - Drive-Shaft Mounting

Raise the implement until the drive-shaft reaches the same height of the
tractor’s PTO (Figure 08).
Place half of the drive-shaft on the side of the implement, and the other half
of the PTO, placing them side-by-side, to adjust their length.
If the drive-shaft is too long, cut the tube to the same length (Figure 09).
The two tubes (male and female), should have the minimum gap of 25mm
on either side (Figure 09).
Avoid over-cutting the tubes, thus maintaining an area of engagement
between the male and female, in case of maximum drive-shaft span, or be it, when
the implement is elevated to major heights.
Remove dirt and grease of the thinner tube’s external side.
ATENTION! The drive-shaft angle should never exceed 30o, when in the
working position (Figure 10).

Min. Min.
25 mm 25 mm

Figure 09

max. 300

Figure 10
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6.3 - Adjustments and Procedures

The Tornado 600 MD has four types of adjustments, which are:

- Rates (according to distribution tables and item 6.3.1);
- Distribution Placement (item 6.3.2);
- Vanes (item 6.3.3);
- Overlapping between runs (item 6.3.4).

6.3.1 - Rate Adjustment

The Tornado 600MD has a lever which allows the operator to run or interrupt
a job application.
The lever has as its function, the means to open or close the product
distribution slide-gate using the feeder plate (Figure 12).
The lever is limited in its travel by a stop. The slide-gate opening is measured
by a scale, numbered from “0” to “11” (Figure 11).

Scale

Lever
Stop

Figure 11

With the stop placed on 0 (zero), the slide-gate should be totally closed, and
in 11(eleven), totally open. If this is not happening, reposition the rod which is
connected to the feeder plate and adjust its length, accordingly.
In this manual, rates for each type of product are listed, along with the
scaled openings and the corresponding rates in kg/ha.

6.3.2 - Product Placement Adjustment

According with the different rates and product physical characteristics, it will
be necessary to make product placement changes on the disc. If it is found that the
product distribution is not symmetrical with the tractor’s travel line, then it will be
necessary to make a product placement adjustment. To do so, follow steps 1, 2, 3
and 4, as shown on the following page.
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1- Remove the feeder plate locking pin(Figure 12);

2- Turn the racquet adjustment screw (Figure 12);
3- If the distribution is greater to the left, spin the racquet to the right, if the
distribution is greater to the right, spin the racquet to the left, doing it in such a way
that the fanning-out of the product is centered with the tractor’s travel line
(Figure12);
4- Re-install the locking pin of the adjustment rod onto the feeder plate and
on the corresponding hole, position the adjustment screw onto the arch.
Example: The adjustment screw of the racquet is on the arch’s 4th
position, the locking pin of the adjustment rod should be in hole 4 of the feeder
plate (Figure 12).
Consult the rate tables (Item 7), which show the distribution placement for
the different products, and their application rates.
BOX DEEP
PLATE

LEFT
DISTRIBUTION RIGHT
DISTRIBUTION

ARCH
11
10 1
9 2
8 3
7 6 5 4

RACQUET

ADJUSTMENT
FEEDER
SCREW
PLATE

1 ADJUSTMENT
2 11 ROD
3 10
4 9
5 6 7 8
LOCKING
PIN
Figure 12
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6.3.3-Vane Adjustment

On the distribution disc VANE

there are 4 mounted vanes, POSITIONS
which have 3 adjustable 1 2
positions, thus allowing for the
3
application of various products
(fig.13)
For the best vane positions
for each product, check the rate
tables.

Figure 13

SPIN DIRECTION

OVERLAPPING
ZONE

USABLE WIDTH

Figure 14

ATTENTION! When the product application width is too large, the operator
can have visual difficulties during the runs. In this case, it is recommended that
marking be done with steaks, to assist in guiding the operator and thus
guaranteeing an uniform application.
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6.3.5 - Procedure for the final coverages

When applying the final passes, or be it, applying the product on the
extremities/edges of the working area, the Tornado 600MD has an adjustment
resource which goes as follows:
1st) Turn the adjustment screw of the flow positioning disc to a side
orientation, either right or left side, depending on the situation (item 6.3.2);
2nd) Reduce the distribution rate to about 50% (Figure 15).

OVERLAPPING
ZONE

WORK WIDTH

Figure 15
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6.3.6 - Procedure to Confirm Distribution Rates

The granularity and specific weight of the fertilizers and seeds do not
always match the products listed on the rate charts. Thus, after making
adjustments according to the charts, it is necessary to confirm in practice if the
rates are correct. To evaluate and adjust the rates, use the following formula to
determine the distance traveled with the tractor in meters until a known quantity of
product is consumed:

kg of product in reservoir x 10,000

Distance traveled (m) =
kg/ha of product to be applied x work width

Example: Desire to apply 100 kg/ha of urea in a predetermined area.

Consulting the chart VI (page 17), we find:

- Product: urea
- Quantity to be applied: 100 kg/ha (97 kg/ha shown on the chart)
- Working speed: 11 km/h
- Working width: 12m
- Product placement: 9 hole
- PTO rpms: 540 rpm
- Vane placement: 3rd hole
- Scale opening: 2.5

- Placing the lever stop on the 2.5 opening position, as suggested on table VI.
- We placed one sack of urea (50kg) into the reservoir.

Applying the formula we find:

kg of product in reservoir x 10,000
Dist.traveled( m) =
kg/ha of product to be applied x working width

50 x 10.000
Run dist. (m) = = Run dist. (m) = 416.7 m
100 x 12

After completing the 416.7m application run, with the product and the
tractor at speeds at 11km/h, the reservoir should run out of product. If this does
not occur, adjust the stop on the operational lever(Figure 12) opening or closing
the gap, depending on the case, and re-do the test until reaching the desired rate.
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7 - PRODUCT APPLICATION TABLES

The following tables take into consideration the following variables:

-Tractor speed (km/h);
- Distribution work width (m);
- Disc placement position;
- Vane positioning (1st, 2nd or 3rd location);
- Scale stop positioning (slide-gate opening);
- Rate values in kg/ha.
It is important to remember that the PTO rotation, tractor speed, working
width, granularity and specific weight of the product interfere with the product
distribution rate.
NOTE: If the cross-distribution profile is not symmetrical or uniform, in
relationship to the tractor’s travel, make an adjustment to the product placement
(review item 6.3.2).

7.1 - TABLE I - Potassium Chloride (00-00-60) 1120kg/m3

Tractor Speeds Km/h Job

Place.
Scale width Vane
Open. Position Point
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 (m)

1,5 56 48 42 37 34 30 28 15 6

2 83 71 62 55 50 45 42 15 6

2,5 121 104 91 80 73 66 61 17 6

3 168 144 126 112 101 92 84 17 6

3,5 216 185 162 144 130 118 108 17 6

3
4 268 230 201 179 161 146 134 17 5

4,5 320 275 240 214 192 175 161 17 5

5 373 320 280 249 224 204 186 17 5

5,5 430 368 322 286 258 234 215 17 5

6 488 418 366 326 293 266 244 17 5

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7.2 - TABLE II - NPK Fertilizer Mix/ in-grain (05-20-30) 1030kgm3

Scale Tractor Speeds Km/h Job Vane Place.
Open. Width Position Point
6 7 8 9 10 11 12
(m)
2,5 151 130 114 101 91 83 76 13 6
3 215 185 162 143 129 117 108 13 6
3,5 259 222 194 173 156 141 130 14 6
4 319 274 239 213 192 174 160 14 6
4,5 378 324 284 252 227 206 189 14 6
5 383 328 287 255 230 209 191 16 5
5,5 434 372 325 289 260 237 217 16 5
6 484 415 363 323 291 264 242 16 5
6,5 534 458 400 356 320 291 267 16 5
3
7 585 501 439 390 351 319 292 16 5
7,5 636 545 477 424 381 347 318 16 5
8 607 520 455 405 364 331 304 18 5
8,5 649 557 487 433 390 354 325 18 5
9 692 593 519 461 415 377 346 18 5
9,5 734 630 551 490 440 400 367 18 5
10 777 666 582 518 466 424 388 18 5
10,5 819 702 614 546 491 447 409 18 5
11 861 738 646 574 517 470 430 18 5

7.3 - TABLE III - NPK Fertilizer Mixture (05-20-30) 990kg/m3

Tractor Speeds Km/h Job
Scale Width Vane Place.
Open. 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 (m) Position Point
2,5 118 101 88 78 70 64 59 13 6
3 182 156 137 121 109 99 91 13 6
3,5 229 196 171 152 137 125 114 14 6
4 286 245 214 190 171 156 143 14 6
4,5 349 299 262 233 209 190 175 14 6
5 358 307 268 238 215 195 179 16 5
5,5 410 352 308 274 246 224 205 16 5
6 463 396 347 308 277 252 231 16 5
6,5 516 442 387 344 310 281 258 16 5
3
7 570 448 427 380 342 311 285 16 5
7,5 677 580 508 508 406 369 339 16 5
8 602 516 451 401 361 328 301 18 5
8,5 650 557 487 433 390 354 325 18 5
9 698 598 523 465 418 380 349 18 5
9,5 745 639 559 497 447 406 373 18 5
10 793 679 595 528 475 432 396 18 5
10,5 841 720 631 560 504 458 420 18 5
11 889 762 667 593 533 485 444 18 5
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7.4 - TABLE IV - Ammonia Sulfate 1090kg/m3

Tractor Speeds Km/h Job Place.
Scale Vane
Width
Open. Positiion Point
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 (m)

1 32 27,5 24 21,5 19 17,5 16 14 9

1,5 75 64 56 50 45 41 37,5 14 9

2 118 101 88 79 71 64 59 14 9

2,5 186 159 139 124 111 101 93 14 9

3 221 190 166 147 133 120 110 16 8

2
3,5 281 241 211 187 169 153 140 16 8

4 337 289 253 225 202 184 169 16 8

4,5 300 257 225 200 180 164 169 18 7

5 405 348 304 270 243 221 200 18 7

5,5 458 393 344 305 275 250 230 18 6

7.5 - TABLE V - Triple Superphosphate (00-42-00) 1100kg/m3

Scale Tractor Speeds Km/h Job Vane Place.
Open. Width Positiion Point
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 (m)
1,5 47 40 35 31 28 26 24 14 6
2 100 86 75 67 60 55 50 14 6
2,5 142 121 106 95 85 77 71 14 6
3 201 173 151 134 121 110 101 14 6
3,5 261 224 196 174 157 143 131 14 6
4 281 241 211 187 168 153 140 16 6
4,5 334 286 250 222 200 182 167 16 5
5 386 331 290 257 232 211 193 16 5
5,5 438 376 329 292 263 239 219 16 5
6 491 421 368 327 295 268 246 16 3 5
6,5 544 466 408 362 326 297 272 16 5
7 530 454 397 353 318 289 265 16 5
7,5 576 494 432 384 346 314 288 18 4
8 623 534 467 415 374 340 312 18 4
8,5 670 574 502 447 402 365 335 18 4
9 716 614 537 478 430 391 358 18 4
9,5 763 654 572 509 458 416 382 18 4
10 810 694 607 540 486 442 405 18 4
10,5 857 734 642 571 514 467 428 18 4
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7.6 - TABLE VI - Urea (45-00-00) 765kg/m3

Scale Tractor Speeds Km/h Job Vane Place.
Open. Width Position Point
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 (m)
1 41 35 31 27 24 22 20 12 9
1,5 87 74 65 58 52 47 43 12 9
2 132 114 99 88 79 72 66 12 9
2,5 177 152 133 118 106 97 89 12 9
3 222 191 167 148 133 121 111 12 8
3,5 290 249 217 193 174 158 145 12 8
4 269 230 201 179 161 147 134 16 8
4,5 313 268 235 209 188 171 157 16 8
5 357 306 268 238 214 195 179 16 8
5,5 402 345 302 268 241 220 201 16 3 8
6 436 373 327 290 261 238 218 16 7
6,5 469 402 352 312 281 256 234 16 7
7 502 430 376 335 301 274 251 16 7
7,5 535 459 401 357 321 292 267 16 7
8 568 487 426 379 341 310 284 16 7
8,5 601 515 451 401 361 328 301 16 6
9 634 544 476 423 381 346 317 16 6
9,5 667 572 501 445 400 364 334 16 6
10 701 601 525 467 420 382 350 16 6

7.7 - TABLE VII - Pre-germinated Rice(for 3 days) (IRGA-409) 660kg/m3

Scale Tractor Speeds Km/h Job Vane Place.
Open. Width Position Point
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 (m)
4 50 42,8 37,5 33,4 30 27,3 25 7
4,5 80 68 59 53 47 43 40 7
5 108 92 81 72 65 59 54 7
5,5 138 118 103 91 83 75 69 7
6 167 143 125 111 100 91 83 7
6,5 196 168 147 130 117 107 97 7
7 225 193 169 150 135 123 113 7
7,5 254 218 190 170 153 138 127 12 3 7
8 283 243 212 189 170 154 142 6
8,5 317 271 237 211 190 173 158 6
9 367 314 275 245 220 200 183 6
9,5 396 339 297 264 238 216 198 6
10 425 364 319 283 255 232 212 6
10,5 458 393 344 306 275 250 229 6
11 487 418 366 325 292 266 244 6
NOTE: Recommended to use the seed Protective Cap (see item 8.3, page 28)
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7.8 - TABLE VIII - Dry Rice (IRGA-409) 600kg/m3

Tractor Speeds Km/h Job
Scale Vane Place.
Width
Open. 6 7 8 9 10 11 Position Point
12 (m)
3 49 42 37 32 29,5 27 24,5 9 9
3,5 57 49 43 38 34,5 31 29 9 9
4 65,5 56 49 44 39 36 33 9 9
4,5 83 71,4 62,5 55,5 50 45,5 42 12 8
5 118 101,5 89 79 71 64,5 59 12 8
5,5 152,5 131 114,5 101,5 91,5 83 76,5 12 8
6 186,5 160 140 124,5 112 102 93 12 7
6,5 213 183 160 142 128 116 107 12 7
7 240 206 180 160 144 131 120 12 2 7
7,5 229 196 171,5 152,5 137 125 114 14 7
8 252 216 189 168 151 138 126 14 6
8,5 275 236 206 183 165 150 137,5 14 6
9 296 253,5 222 197 177,5 161,5 148 14 6
9,5 316 271 237 210,5 189,5 172 158 14 6
10 336 288 252 224 201,5 183 168 14 6
10,5 356,5 305,5 267,5 238 214 194,5 178 14 6
11 376,5 322,5 282 251 226 205 188 14 6

7.9 - TABLE IX - Common White Oats 490kg/m3

Tractor Speeds Km/h Job
Scale Vane Place.
Open. Width Position Point
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 (m)
1,5 21 18 16 14 12,5 11 10 12 7

2 42 36 31 28 25 23 21 12 7

2,5 63 54 47 42 37,5 34 31 12 6

3 82 70 61 54 49 45 41 12 6
1
3,5 81 69 60 54 48 44 40 15 5

4 120 103 90 80 72 65 60 15 5

4,5 160 137 120 107 96 87 80 15 5

5 200 171 150 133 120 109 100 15 4

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7.10 - TABLE X - Dark Oats 540kg/m3

Tractor Speeds Km/h Job
Scale Width Vane Place.
Open.
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 (m) Position Point

0,5 34 29 25 23 20 18 17 10 4

1 68 58 51 45 41 37 34 10 4

1,5 102 87 76 68 61 56 35 10 4

2 136 116 102 91 81 74 68 10 4

2,5 141 121 106 94 85 77 71 12 1 3

3 170 146 127 113 102 93 85 12 3

3,5 227 194 170 151 136 124 113 12 3

4 255 219 191 170 153 140 127 12 3

4,5 283 243 213 189 170 155 142 12 3

7.11 - TABLE XI - Barley BR-2 710kg/m3

Tractor Speeds Km/h Job
Scale Width Vane Place.
Open
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 (m) Position Point

1,5 21 18 16 14 12,5 11 10 12 7

2 42 36 31 28 25 23 21 12 7

2,5 63 54 47 42 37,5 34 31 12 6

3 82 70 61 54 49 45 41 12 6
1
3,5 81 69 60 54 48 44 40 15 5

4 120 103 90 80 72 65 60 15 5

4,5 160 137 120 107 96 87 80 15 5

5 200 171 150 133 120 109 100 15 4

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7.12 - TABLE XII - Common Small Corn 844kg/m3

Tractor Speed Km/h Job
Scale Width Vane Place.
Open.
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 (m) Position Point

0,25 14,3 12,3 10,7 9,5 8,6 7,8 7,2 10,5 10

0,5 19 16 14 12,5 11,5 10,4 9,5 10,5 10

0,75 31 26,5 23 20,6 18,6 17 15,5 10,5 10

1
1 43 36,7 32 28,6 25,7 23,4 21,4 11 9

1,25 60,5 52 45,5 40 36 33 30 11 9

1,50 77 66 58 51,5 46 42 38,5 11 9

7.13 - TABLE XIII - Wheat (CEP-27) 820kg/m3

Scale Tractor Speed Km/h Job Vane Place.
Open. Width Position Point
6 7 8 9 10 11 12 (m)
1 19 16 14 13 11,5 10,5 9,5 14 11

1,5 30 25 22 20 18 16 15 14 11

2 77 66 58 51 46 42 38 16 11

2,5 128 110 96 85 77 70 64 16 10

2
3 160 137 120 106 96 87 80 18 10

3,5 225 192 168 150 135 122 112 18 9

4 290 248 217 193 173 158 144 18 9

4,5 315 270 236 210 190 172 158 20 8

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8 - ACCESSORIES (USE and ADJUSTMENTS)

The Tornado 600 MD has some accessories available, which will be

necessary in certain working situations.

8.1 - Conductors used in row distribution (Deflectors)

This device allows product ejection in rows. It has two side deflectors, with
adjustable deflectors, which allow the product to be distributed in two rows, one for
each side in relationship to the tractor travel, with distance adjustments which vary
from 2 to 8 meter between each other.

Left Conductor

Deflector

Deflector Right Conductor

Figure 16
For the distribution to be equal on both sides, it is necessary to adjust the
product placement point (see item 6.3.2).
When row distributing granular products, you can use a basic standard
adjustment, which is:
-Placement point: hole nº 4;
- Vane Position: 3rd hole.

NOTE! The distance between rows depends on the following factors:

- The tractor PTO rpms;
- Scale opening (rate in kg/min);
- Deflector positioning(Figure 16);
- Specific weight and granularity of product to be applied.
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8.1.1 - Adjusting the Tornado 600MD to fertilize 2 rows

Example:
The goal is to distribute 50 grams of granular fertilizer per coffee tree:
- The coffee was planted with a spacing of 4 meters between rows and 1.5
meters between plants;
- If the tractor works at 6km/h = 6000 meters in 60 minutes = 100 meters per
minute;
- After every 100 meters traveled, 66 plants will be fertilized on either side,
or be it, 132 plants total;
- We want to place 50 grams per plant, thus, in 1 minute the result should be:

132 plants 50 grams

x = 6,600 g = 6.6 kg/min
min. plant
With the conductor device for row distribution already attached on the
Tornado 600MD, ajust the lever stop to a position which will correspond to 6.6
kg/min. Next, verify this rate following these procedures:
- Operate the implement with atleast 30 kgs of fertilizer in the reservoir;
- Using sacks, collect the product ejected in 1 minute, on both exits;
- Use this opportunity to check if both sides are ejecting the same quantities;
- Weigh the total amount of product collected. It should weigh 6.6 kg.
Should the product quantity collected be different from the 6.6 kg, adjust the
lever stop for more or less according to your situation, and test again.

8.2 - Larger Agitator (Christmas Tree)

The larger agitator accessory is used solely on powdered products.

Example: dry limestone, organic fertilizers and humid urea.
The function of this device is to maintain the product in the reservoir loose,
so that the flow rates remain constant and uniform during the job.
The components used on the agitator, are mounted according to Figure 17.
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8.2.1 - Main Components

1 - Mixer Shaft 4 - Cotter-Pin

2 - Mixer Guide 5 - Pin
3 - Mixer Blade

1 4

5
3

Figure 17
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8.3 - Protective Cap for Seeds (Chinese Hat)

This accessory serves as a means to avoid the direct exposure of the seeds
to friction (mainly for pre-germinated rice) using the smaller agitator inside the
reservoir (Figure 18).

Protective
Cap for
Seeds.

Figure 18
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9 - PROBLEMS: POSSIBLE CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS

PROBLEMS CAUSES SOLUTIONS

The scale opening is not
Adjust the flow rate;
matching with the rate
see item 6.3.1 page. 12.
adjustment disc.
Foreign objects inside the
No product Remove the object, opening the
reservoir impeding the
output, or product path exit.
product output.
not continues.
Use a drier product. In the case of
moisture absorbant products, you can
There is product built-up add up to 10% of the quantity in
at the product exit due hydrated lime.
to excisse humidity. . If this does not help, halt the job so as
to not compromise the quality of the
of the application.
Use the Christmas Tree mixer.
Level the implement;
Implement not leveled.
see item 6.1, page 09.
Poor cross- PTO rpms not at
distribution, Adjust the PTO rpms to 540 rpm.
540 rpm.
in relationship
to the travel Adjustments not to Consult the tables and adjust
of the machine. product table application according to specifications
settings. listed for the product.
Drive-shaft u-joints loose
Replace the worn u-joints.
due to excessive ware.
Vibrations or Excessive play on the tractor’s
excessive internal hydraulic system arms. Stabilize the side arms.
noise.
Foreign objects inside the tank. Remove foreign objects.

10 - MAINTENANCE

The Tornado 600MD requires a certain level of care: adequate

maintenance, appropriate adjustments and proper storage after the job. These are
factors which will contribute to the durability of the implement and its proper
functioning.
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10.1 - Daily Maintenance

The daily maintenance of the higher usage mechanisms, which are used
during the distribution, are indispensable, primarily those who transmit
movements and are directly exposed to the environment.
Thus, regarding the drive-shaft, the u-joints should be greased, using the
grease fittings, and if there is need, refill the grease tube.

10.2 - Periodic Maintenance

Periodic maintenance should be done on mechanisms which, although

transmitting movement and suffer higher demands, are usually better protected
from the environment.
The transmission box oil should be changed after the first 30 working hours;
thereafter, at every 1000 hours, being that the reservoir holds 0.4 liters.
With the Tornado 600MD leveled, the oil level should be check often, and
refilled when necessary.

10.3 - Lubrication

10.3.1 - Recommended Lubricants

The Tornado 600MD transmission box oil, has specific characteristics,

which can support its working conditions.
Recommend using good quality lubricant oil, SAE 90.
On the table below, you will find the specific oil brands, select the brand of
your choice.

BRAND SPECIFIC OIL DESCRIPTION

ATLANTIC PENNAT EP 220

ESSO CYLESSO TK 460

IPIRANGA IPIRANGA SP 220 or IPERGEROL EP 90

PETROBRÁS LUBRAX TRM - 5 SAE 90

SHELL OMALA 220

TEXACO THUBAN SAE 90

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10.3.2 - Recommended Greases

To lubricate the Tornado 600MD, it is recommended the use of greases with

the consistency of grease Nº 2, of high resistance to wash-downs and great
oxidation stability.
On the table below, you will find specific grease brands, use the
manufacturer of your choice.

BRAND DESCRIPTION

ATLANTIC LITHOLINE MP 2

ESSO MULTIPURPOSE GREASE II

IPIRANGA ISAFLEX

PETROBRÁS LUBRAX GMA - 2

SHELL ALVANIA - 2

TEXACO AGROTEX 2 or MARFAX MP 2

10.3.3 - Special Precautions

When engaging the implement’s traction and the Tornado 600MD, avoid
risky terrain and heavy loads. Drive with care, avoiding jerking motions of the
traction system.

10.3.4 - STORAGE

With the distribution work accomplished, the Tornado 600MD now should
have special storage cares, in order to preserve its functionality, and to avoid
having to administer unnecessary maintenance procedures. With this in mind, it is
important to:
a) Remove all product residue which might remain inside the reservoir;
b) Wash-down the Tornado 600MD;
c) Repair all paint damages, wherever it may be found;
d) Bathe with oil or other types of anti-corrosives;
e) Store the Tornado 600MD in a dry place, protected from the sun and rain.
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