INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL

AR
AR-PR

IDENTIFICATION
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Introduction
TATU AR - Reversible Disc Plow provides efficient handling ways,
which combined with the technical improvements of its construction,
result in higher yield in soil preparation.
The reverse system is quite simple, practical and efficient to lock
the disc set. The easy-access adjustments simplify operations with
the disc plow.
AR features excellent performance in soil preparation, achieving
level plowing, or building regular or narrow-base terraces.
The tail wheel features pressure and angle adjustment so to adapt
to the type of soil, providing full stability to the assembly. The disc
hubs and the tail wheel are provided with tapered roller bearings.
The disc blades, manufactured with the most severe standards,
are highly resistant to wear and tear, and impacts.
This instruction manual includes the required information for the
proper performance of your disc plow. The disc plow operator
should read the contents of this manual thoroughly and carefully
before operating the equipment and should make sure to follow
the safety guidelines.
In order to clear any other points, or in the event of any technical
problem that may arise during your work, please contact your Dealer,
that, in alliance with our own Technical Assistance Department, are
able to assure the full operation of your TATU Reversible Disc Plow.

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Table of contents
1. To the owner

2. To the operator

4 the 6

Work safely

4 the 6

Truck or trailer transportation

3. Data sheet

4. Components

8 and 9

5. Assembly

10 and 11

General assembly

10

Assembling AR-PR hydraulic cylinder

11

6. Preparing for work

12 and 13

Preparing the tractor

12

Hitching to the tractor

13

7. Adjustments and operations

Procedures to reverse the disc plow (AR)

14

Procedures to reverse the disc plow (AR-PR)

14

Leveling the disc plow

15

Adjustment points

16

Cutting width

17

Horizontal angle

18

Tail wheel adjustment

19 and 20

Scrapers adjustment

20

Adjustment overview

20

Important recommendations

21

Operations with the disc plow

21

Troubleshooting

22

Operations Important aspects

23

8. Maintenance

24 and 25

Lubrication

24

Lubrication points

24

Disc plow maintenance

25

9. Important
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To the owner
The acquisition of any TATU product assures to the original purchaser the following
rights:
Warranty certificate;
Instructions manual;
Technical assistance by the dealer on equipment delivery.
The owner has the obligation of inspect the conditions of the product on delivery, as
well as knowing the warranty terms.
Special attention should be given to safety recommendations, operation cares and
maintenance of equipment.
Be sure to read and understand this instructions for adjusting and operating the
equipment as reported in this manual. Check each item referred to obtain an efficient
operation and maximum trouble free performance. Remember an equipment which is
properly lubricated and adjusted saves your time, labor and fuel. This manual should be
read by Operators and maintenance personel.

Important
Only people who own a full knowledge of the tractor and equipment,
must operate them;
Marchesan is not responsible for any damage caused by accident
on transporting, incorrect utilization or inadequate storage;
After the operating season, clean and inspect your equipment,
preventive maintenance pays dividends.
Your Dealer has original equipment parts, which assure proper fit
and best performance.

General information
Right and left hand side indication is made observing the disc plow from the rear.
To order any parts or request technical assistance services it is required to provide
the data contained on the nameplate, which is located on the chassis of the equipment.

NOTE

The warranty shall not be applied to any equipment, or any part thereof
which has been altered elsewhere than at the place of manufacture, or
which the original purchaser thereof at retail, has used or allowed to be
used parts, not made or supplied by Marchesan S/A.

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To the operator

Dear User!
Respect the ecology. Dont throw trash away. This gesture of
goodwill helps to protect our environment.

Be careful with environment

Dont spill combustible oil, batteries and filters. These trashes

in contact with soil reach the sub layer, which directly damage
the environment. Look for information to delivery this contaminate
elements, to who knows to re-cycle or re-use them.

Operation Safety
Only with the complete cooperation of the equipment operator,
accidents can be prevented.
This symbols is a warning device which should be kept
in place, always clean and visible, when transporting the
equipment during day or night, use accessory lights and
other devices in order to give adequate warning to another
vehicles operators.
The reversible disc plow is easy to operate, however it requires basic and essential
care for its handling.
Keep always in mind that Safety requires Continuous Attention, Observation, and
Caution; while in transportation, maintenance, and storage of the equipment.

Read and understand the information about before realizing

adjustments and maintenance.

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To the operator
Never use your hands to check hydraulic leaks, escaping oil
under pressure, may have sufficient pressure and may have sufficient
force to penetrate the skin, maybe cause several injuries.

Never attempt to change the adjustments, clean or lubricate the

equipment, when the same is turned on or in movement.

Be careful when moving in steep graders. Risk of overturn.

Be careful about the use of fertilizer or chemicals. These products

in any contact with skin, can be cause any serious injury to the body.

Keep the entrances and work places clean and safe from oil,
grease. Risk of accidents.

Never transport the equipment on rough roads. When operating,

avoid to make sharp turns, that may cause tire contact with the
equipment.

Never allow people on the tractor or equipment if the additional

seat is not available.

Use extreme caution when circulating with the equipment under

electrical power lines, any contact may result severe shocks, injuries
or death.
For your protection and safety, always wear adequate clothes
and shoes during operation of the equipment.

Always use the cylinder transport locks when transporting the

equipment.

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To the operator
While at work or during transportation, only the presence of the operator is
allowed on the tractor.
Do not allow children to play near or over the disc plow, while it is in operation,
during transportation or stored.
Have full knowledge of the land area before you start your work. Provide the delineation
of obstacles or hazardous locations.
Use the speed which is suitable to the conditions of the ground or pathways to be covered.
Use individual protection equipment.
Wear appropriate clothes and footwear. Avoid clothes that are either loose or hanging
from the body, which may become entangled in moving parts.
Be careful while hitching the disc plow to the tractor.
Wear protection gloves to work near the disc blades.
While positioning the disc plow for transportation, make sure there are no people or
animals near the equipment.
Never try to change the adjustments, clean or lubricate the machine while it is in motion.
Always switch off the engine before leaving the tractor seat.
Only drive the equipment using tractors with the appropriate power.
Carefully check the transport width on narrow locations.
Whenever you unhitch the equipment, either in the field or shed, do it on a flat and firm
surface. Make sure the equipment is properly supported.
Please observe the general safety instructions on the back of this manual.

When transporting the equipment by truck or trailer

To transporting the equipment for long distances use truck or trailer, however,
the safety instructions should be followed carefully.
Always use an adequate loading dock to load or unload the equipment, never use a ditch
bank, because this practice is very dangerous and could be result in serious injuries or
may causing death.
Use a suitable hoist when lifting the equipment to the truck or trailer.
Please blocking suitable the wheels of the equipment.
Use sufficient fastenings (cables, ropes, chains, cord, etc.) to immobilize the equipment
during transportation.
After 8 to 10 kilometers of transporting, please inspect the cargo conditions. Always repeat
this procedure for every 80 to 100 kilometers of transporting. Give more attention when
transporting on rough roads, steep graders, and other adverse conditions.
Be careful with transport height, specially when passing under electrical power lines and
bridges. Risk of shock and serious injuries.
Observe all the laws and regulations about the height and width limits of cargo. When
transporting the equipment by truck or trailer. If necessary, use banners, lights and other
devices to give the adequate warning for the drivers/operators of another vehicles.
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Data Sheet
AR and AR-PR

Model
Disc blade spacing (mm)
Disc blade size

550
26" x 4,75 mm or 28" x 6,0 mm

Number of disc blades

03

Disc blade type

Cutting width (mm)

Plain
800 - 900

Hitching system

category #2, 3-point hitch

Working speed

4 to 5 km/h

Weight (kg)
HP Rating

NOTE

506
60 to 70

The weight above is obtained with 26" discs.

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Components
AR - Reversible disc plow
01 - Chassis
02 - Reversing lever
03 - Disc support
04 - Disc hub
05 - Disc blade
06 - Scraper
07 - Horizontal angle adjustment (speed)
08 - Tail wheel
09 - Parking stands

01

02

07

08

03
06

05

04
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Components
AR-PR - Reversible disc plow with reversing piston
01 - Chassis
02 - Reversing piston
03 - Disc support
04 - Disc hub
05 - Disc blade
06 - Scraper
07 - Horizontal angle adjustment (speed)
08 - Tail wheel
09 - Parking stands
01

07

02

08

06
04

03
05

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Assembly
General assembly
To make transportation easy to do, the disc plows are factory semi-assembled, and
you only have to assemble some components, as follows:
- Choose a flat and dirt-free location.
- The assembly shall start basically in two ways:
By lying the chassis on two trestle legs approximately 01(one) meter high; or
By hitching the chassis to the 3 points of the tractor and lifting it approximately 01
(one) meter high.
- Hence, attach the disc blades (A) to the hubs (B) using the screws (C), lock washers,
and nuts.
- Also attach the reversing lever (D) along with the spring (S) and the rod (F).

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Assembly
Assembling AR-PR hydraulic cylinder
Assemble the cylinder and hoses with the following steps:
- Fasten the cylinder (A), with the pins (B), and cotter pins.
- Connect the hoses (C) to the cylinder (A) and also attach the fasteners (D) to the
chassis, and fasten them using screws and lock washers.
NOTE

The cylinder ends must face up.

Always use a "thread seal tape" to attach the "males" of the fast-coupling
hoses.

C
D

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Preparing for work

The following guidelines should be carefully observed in order to achieve the best
performance at work.

Preparing the tractor

Tractor ballasting:
- The addition of water ballasts to the tires and counterweights to the front and rear
wheels of the tractor are the most common methods used to increase traction on the ground
and provide more stability to the tractor.
Hydraulic system:
- Please check the conditions and proper working of the hydraulic lift system.
Track width:
- The front and rear track width shall be the same, measuring from center of tire to
center of tire.
OBS.

The track width on a tractor is directly correlated the cutting width of the
first disc blade, on disc plows in general, which can be noticed after the
second pass.
Please check the proper track width and the best way to drive the tractor,
so that the first disc blade can actuate with the same cutting width than
the others.
width
Track

Cutting width of the

first disc
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Preparing for work

Hitching to the tractor
To hitch the disc plow to the tractor, choose a place as flat as possible.
Slowly pull the tractor backwards and towards the disc plow, carefully using the brakes.
When you get close to the disc plow let the lower left arm at the level of the disc plow
hitch pin.
1) Engage the lower left arm and place the locking cotter pin.
2) Engage the upper arm (third point) with pin and cotter-pin.
3) Engage now the lower right arm which allows up and down movements with the
leveling crank. At this moment, the third point threaded rod can be used to move the disc
plow closer to, or further from the tractor, making it easy hitch.
For a perfect hitching, the equipment should be centered with the tractor. Please,
check if the distances between the lower arms and the tires are the same (measure A),
and arms and tires should be leveled with each other.

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Adjustments and operations

Procedures to reverse the disc plow (AR)
- Lift the disc plow and lower the reversing lever (A), releasing the locks (B).
- Shift the disc blade set to the opposite side.

OBS.

The handling of the reversing lever (A) is assisted by the tension spring
(C), which can be adjusted using the rod (D) with nut and locknut.

D
C

Procedures to reverse the disc plow with piston (AR-PR)

Since both the lifting of the disc plow and the actuation of the reversing piston are
simultaneous, we recommend that you refer to the manual of the tractor, especially those
tractors whose additional service valve works integrated with the hydraulic lift system.

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Adjustments and operations

Leveling the disc plow
Keep the disc plow on a flat location and adjust the level widthwise (transversal), and
lengthwise (longitudinal).
Widthwise level adjustment is achieved with the leveling crank of the lower right arm,
and either the head of the frame of the disc plow should be left on perfect vertical position
or measurements "A" should be the same.
The lengthwise level adjustment is achieved with the hydraulic system upper arm
(third point).

Leveling crank

Hydraulic system
upper arm

vel
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s
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thw
Wi d j u s t m e
ad

OBS.

Leng
thwi
adjus se level
tmen
t

After the first pass the upper arm (third point) should be adjusted again,
leaving the first disk blade 2-3 cm higher than the other disc blades.

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Adjustment points
Disc plow frame holes
The 3-point hitch of the disc plow offers options to work on different soil types, as
following:
1) For light soils and with easy penetration of the disc blades.
2) For heavy soils or more compacted soils.

2
1

2
1

2
1

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Cutting width
The adjustment of the cutting width is made with the bolts (A) mounted on the sides
of the chassis.
The fittings in the reversing locks (B) are used to adjust to a wider or narrower cutting
width.
Please use the same adjustment on both sides.
On light and loose soils increase the width of cutting.
On compacted soils, difficult to penetrate, reduce the cutting width.

A
B

Leveling clank
A
B

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Adjustments and operations

Horizontal angle (Speed of the disc blades)
The horizontal angle determines the speed of the disc blades, i.e. the number of
rotations within a given space is determined by it.
The adjustment is made by the regulator (A). By shifting it forward, the speed of the
disc blades is increased; by shifting it to the opposite side, the speed is decreased.
Place the regulator (A) more to the rear (lower speed), whether you are working on
soils that are difficult to penetrate, such as clay and dry soils or lawns.
Place the regulator (A) more to the front (higher speed), whether you are working on
soils that are easy to penetrated, such as sandy and loose soils.
On medium soils, place the regulator (A) in an intermediate position.
Horizontal
angle
Shifting
direction

Disc blade
axis line

Disc
blade

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Tail wheel adjustment
The tail wheel keeps the disc plow stable, absorbing lateral forces that arise during
the work.
1) Tail wheel alignment check:
The tail wheel alignment can be checked as follows:
- With the disc plow engaged, lift it 10 to 15 cm off of the ground.
- Use the middle hole (2) to attach the regulator (A) to the reversing arm (B).
- Place the disc blade set in central position.
In such position, the tail wheel should also be aligned with the center of the disc plow
(Look at the tail wheel from the rear).
In case it is misaligned, please correct it as follows:
- Remove the pin (C), releasing the rod (D).
- Rotate the regulator (A), which changes the length of the rod (D) until the correct
alignment of the tail wheel is achieved, always using the middle hole (2) in the reversing
arm (B).

C
B
D

1
2

A
2) The angle of the tail wheel:
3
In normal conditions, use the middle hole (2).
If you wish to have more actuation on the tail wheel, change the adjustment to the
top hole (1). Otherwise, change to the bottom hole (3).
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3) Tail wheel spring pressure:
Increase the spring pressure on sandy soils, by making
the wheel more firm.
On hard soils, reduce the pressure.

NOTE

Excessive pressure on the spring

causes the disc plow to "lift" and
reduce work depth.
If the penetration of the disc plow
is difficult to achieve, preferably
loosen the spring a little and change
the reversing arm adjustment (hole
no. 1).

Scraper adjustment
Both disc blades and tail wheel feature adjustable scrapers; that should work 0.5 to
1.0 cm from the disc blades.

A summary on adjustments
- Track width adjustment. (Page 12).
- Center the disc plow with the tractor, with the same distances between the lower
arms and the tires.
- Adjust the level of the disc plow both widthwise and lengthwise, correcting the latter
after the first pass.
On hard and tough soils:
- Use the top holes of the disc plow coupling.
- Reduce the cutting width.
- Reduce the speed of the disc blades.
- Apply less pressure on the tail wheel spring.
On light and loose soils:
- Use the bottom holes of the disc plow coupling.
- Increase the cutting width.
- Increase the speed of the disc blades.
- Apply more pressure on the tail wheel spring.
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Important guidelines
- Before you start plowing, carry out a general inspection of the disc plow, retightening
all bolts and nuts, and also verifying the conditions of pins and cotter pins in order to prevent
future damage. Repeat the same procedures after the first day of work.
- Lubricate all grease points properly. (See lubrication instructions on page 24).
- Have full knowledge of the land before you start plowing. Provide the delineation of
hazardous locations or obstacles.

Operations with the disc plow

A reasonable yield and service quality depend not only on the adjustments, but also
on the proper operation of the tractor and the disc plow.
The factors that most influence work are:
The track width of the tractor;
Level adjustment of the disc plow;
The gear engaged;
The plowing depth, and
Positioning of tractor compared to the previous pass.
The gear of the tractor is determined by soil conditions and adjustments of the disc
plow; always keeping a reserve of power, to prevent against unforeseen efforts.
We consider 4.0 to 5.0 km/h the ideal tractor speed for the plowing service. However,
the movement of ridges should be observed, because they vary with the speed of the
tractor, the soil type and, the adjustments of the disc plow, and they can be thrown up out
of furrows or fall completely before inverting.
The plowing depth is usually controlled by the hydraulic system (3rd point).
Please refer to the tractor instruction manual on proper handling of the hydraulic lift
system.
Regarding the positioning of the tractor, simply drive with the front wheel in the middle
of the furrow left by the previous pass, and check if the rear tire is not too close to, or too
far from the furrow wall. Such driving variations affect directly the cutting width of the first
disc blade, and therefore it should be well observed.

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Troubleshooting
1) The disc plow is having trouble to penetrate:
- Decrease the cutting width.
- Use the top holes of the disc plow coupling.
- Apply less pressure of the tail wheel.
- Lower speeds also facilitate penetration of the disc blades.
2) Disc plow tends to get out of the furrow:
- Adjust the angle of the tail wheel.
- Apply a little more pressure on the spring of the tail wheel.
- The first disc blade should be penetrating deeper than the others, so increase the
length of the upper arm of the third point.
- Make sure the disc plow is centered with the tractor.
3) Ridge is thrown up out of furrows:
- Reduce tractor speed.
4) Vegetation is sticking between the disk blades:
- Adjust the scrapers.
5) The first disc blade cuts less than the others. (The steering wheel tends to
pull to the left):
- Make sure the tractor track widths are the same.
- Position the right front wheel closer to the furrow wall, but without touching it.
- Check the level adjustment of the disc plow.
6) The first disc blade cuts more than the others. (The steering wheel tends to
pull to the right):
- Make sure the tractor track widths are the same.
- Position the right front wheel farther from the furrow wall.
- Make sure the disc plow level is properly adjusted.

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Operations Important aspects
The tractor and the disc plow shall only be operated by people who have the full
knowledge of them.
To hitch the disc plow, do maneuvers in idling mode, using large areas and carefully
using the brakes.
Retighten nuts and bolts after the first day of work and also check the condition of
all pins and cotter pins. Then, retighten bolts and nuts every 24 hours of work.
Observe lubrication intervals carefully.
Keep the lower arms of the hydraulic lift system of the tractor adjusted.
Always keep the disc plow centered with the tractor and leveled with the ground.
It is important to maintain constant speed during the entire operation.
Never do maneuvers with the disc blades on the ground.
In order to perform any check on the disc plow, it should be lowered to the ground
and the tractor engine switched off.
During work or transportation, do not allow any people to remain on the tractor or
disc plow.
Always perform the plowing following the level lines of the land.
Choose a gear that allows the tractor to maintain certain reserve of power, to prevent
against unforeseen efforts.
The speed depends on the gear of the tractor and can only be determined by local
conditions. We adopt an average of 4.0 to 5.0 km/h, which is not advisable to exceed
in order to maintain efficiency of the work and prevent possible damages to the disc
plow.
Every time you unhitch the disc plow in the field, make it on a flat and firm location,
using the parking stand.

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Maintenance
Lubrication
The simplest way to extend the life cycle of your disc plow and prevent discontinuity
of work is to perform a proper lubrication, as described below:
Lubricate all grease fittings every 24 hours of work.
- Check the quality of the lubricant in respect of its efficiency and purity, avoiding the
use of products contaminated by water, land, etc...
- Clean the grease fitting with a cloth before inserting the lubricant and replace those
which are defective.
- Insert a sufficient amount of fresh grease.
- Use medium-consistency grease.

Lubrication points
Lubricate every 24 hours of work:

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Maintenance
Disc plow maintenance
- While not in use, wash the disc plow, retouch any damage paintwork, protect disc
blades with oil, lubricate all grease fittings and store it in a sheltered and dry location,
preventing it from touching the ground.
- The disc blades should be replaced as soon as low yield is noticed on their
performance, characterized mainly by reduction of their diameter, bluntness and other
damage they may undergo while at work.
- Disassemble the disc hubs every six months or at service intervals, for a complete
maintenance service.
- Make sure all moving parts exhibit no wear and tear. If necessary, replace them.

OBS.

Use TATU original parts only.

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Important
ATTENTION

Marchesan S/A reserves the rights at anytime to make improvements

in the design, material or specifications of the machinery equipment
or parts without thereby becoming liable to make similar changes
in machinery, equipment or parts previously sold.
The drawings are simply illustrations.
Some pictures of this manual appear without the safety devices
(Covers, protections, etc) to facilitate detailed instructions. Never
operate the planter without those devices.

Technical Publication Division

Elaboration/Diagram: Valson Hernani
Supervision: Aparecido Miranda

Illustration: Carlos C. Galhardi

April, 2013
Code: 05.01.09.0978
Revision: 04

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Telephone 16. 3382.8282 - Fax 16. 3382.3316

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