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[TAL]

The TAL is a self-propelled platform especially designed for picking and pruning of deciduous fruit trees, citrus, sub tropical fruit trees and olives, up to a 4.5 (14'9") meter height. This model can carry, load and unload a 350 Kg. (770 Lb.) bin. The machine driving speed varies from 0 up to 7 KPH (4.4 MPH).


TAL SPECIFICATIONS

PLATFORM
Max. Height
262 cm (8¡¯ 7¡±)
Min. Height
23 cm (9¡±)
Working Height
450 cm (14¡¯9¡±)
Permissible Load
150 kg (330 LB)
Swing
40¡Æ right
40¡Æ left

FRAME/BASE
Solid 40 mm (1.6"). Base plate, rigid, low center of gravity, easy service access.
Shell type covers for full components protection, air flow ventilating screens, covers swing out for comfortable access.
Padlock provision for eliminating unauthorized operation.
Tower tubular high tensile steel and mechanical platform leveling hinged arm.
Platform enclosed with hinged upward gate and back rest. Once gate is open for access main disc brakes are automatically applied for safety.
All metal parts are sand blasted, zinc base paint and enamel over coat. Fasteners are min. grade 5 zinc plated. Durable and long lasting.

CONTROLS
In order to simplify and maximize operation efficiency while operator utilizes his hands for the different tasks around the tree, foot controls are provided for tower lift/descents, swing out/in, and propelling.
Foot controls are direct mechanically over hydraulic valve on platform.
Steering and forklift hand control direct.
Foot Hydraulic control side shift for ¡°clean¡± platform floor.
Engine R.P.M. (proportional to foot control travel), gear position (neutral spring centralized), and main disc brakes are controlled by air pressure.
Air pressure controls ensure soft and easy operations and eliminate control cables or electric solenoids.

ENGINE
Standard Honda gas engine 11 H.P. air cooled, electric and rope start standard.
Easy start under any weather condition, reliable, low fuel consumption, no vibration, very low noise level. (While in working position engine automatically idles, lowering fuel consumption, noise, emission and wear).
Diesel engine is available as option.

AIR PRESSURE SYSTEM
Air compressor is standard equipment including air tank, pressure regulator, safety valve, water trap, oiler and pressure gauge.
Air outlet on machine base and operator platform for pruning and service.
Air pressure is utilized for controls, gear positioning, engine R.P.M, and brakes release.

HYDRAULIC SYSTEM
Open center hydraulic system controlling tower lift and swing, steering and fork lift.
Hydraulic outlets on platform for pruning tools are available as option.
Hydraulic cylinders heavy duty construction.

PROPELLING
0 - 7 KM/H (0-4.3 MPH) (Propelling speed with diesel engine is slower).
Unique mechanical drive system, centrifugal clutch, high ratio reduction gear, with three positions: ¡°forward¡±, ¡°neutral¡± and ¡°reverse¡±, operated by air pressure control, high torque, efficient, reliable, very low wear.

BRAKES
Two separate systems, mechanically applied:
Once engine is idle, mechanical spring loaded friction type brakes are automatically applied, locking machine in place. Once engine R.P.M. is increased, centrifugal clutch takes over and brakes are automatically released.
Two large diameter disc brakes are mounted directly on propelling wheel hub, ¡°Fail safe type¡±, spring loaded. Air pressure release, applied by operator command or automatic once reduction gear is in neutral position. Machine is automatically locked in case of loss of air pressure. When propelling down hill, centrifugal clutch is engaged and engine compression controls propelling speed. Centrifugal clutch, first brakes, disc brakes, large friction areas for low wear.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
12 V Battery 38 amps. Electric start, charging system, battery main switch ON/OFF. Safety oil level indicator automatically shuts off engine.

SAFETY
Behind AFRON ¡°TAL¡± there are 35 years of field experience and know how in design and manufacturing.
All the latest safety codes known for access equipment of various leading countries are incorporated and applied.
Safety and durability in the orchard environment were taken into account in design and manufacturing.
AFRON ¡°TAL¡± is manufactured from top quality material and components.

SERVICE
Easy and minimum service and maintenance were of concern throughout the design.
Machine operating and service manual is provided with each machine.
Honda engine parts and service are standard and available in most locations.
Many wearing parts are standard and available off the shelf everywhere.

GENERAL SPECIFICATIONS
Overall width
150 cm (5¡¯)
Overall height
113 cm (3¡¯9¡±)
Overall length
308 cm (10¡¯1¡±)
Overall length with fork
405 cm (13¡¯3¡±)
Overall weight
850 kg (1870 LB) (depending on attachments)

Wheels - propelling - 26 x 12 x 12 - 6 ply, flotation type, eliminate compaction and provide good traction.
Steering - 20.5 x 8 x 10 - 4 ply

LITERATURE
a. Operation, maintenance and parts manual.
b. Engine service and parts manual.
c. Recommendations for safe operation.

OPTIONS:
Fork lift
Capacity........330 Kg (770 LB)
Lifting height.........0-80 cm (2'8")
Note: Fork lift requires mounting front ballast weight (comes standard with fork lift attachment).
Balance weights
Picking attachment - Platform mounted, contains padded fruit collector for gentle fruit handling.
Holder for fruit trays / boxes for extra soft fruit picking
Towing provision allows towing machine from one job site to another
Diesel engine (Instead of Gas engine)

PACKING:
4 machines in 20' container
8 machines in 40' container

Please note:
As our policy is of constant improvement we reserve the right to change specification and design without prior notice