Kubota RA1042T Operator's Manual

RA1042T

Operator‘s manual

Original operator‘s manual

Edition 09.2013
Date of print 09.2014
Language EN-EU
Machine number VF65982451 –
Model VF6598
Document number VF16660942.EN-EU

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Designation

Working width

Weight

Machine
number

Accessories

Supplier's 
address

RA1042T

4.20 m

570 kg

VF6598_ _ _ _

Manufacturer's 
address

Kverneland Group Kerteminde AS
Taarupstrandvej 25
DK-5300 Kerteminde
Denmark

Tel: [phone]

Copyright by Kverneland Group Gottmadingen N. V., Germany. Reproduction, transfer to other media, translation or the use of extracts or parts
of this manual without the explicit permission of Kverneland, is not permitted. All rights reserved. The contents of this operating manual are subject
to change without notice. The right to technical revision is reserved.

Table of contents

Preface ....................................................... 4

Target group for this 
operating manual 4
Symbols used 5

Table of contents

Cleaning and care ..................................... 56

Safety 56
Cleaning 57
Care 57

Safety ......................................................... 6

For your safety 6
Who is allowed to operate the machine? 10
General 
safety information 10
Coupling 13
Hydraulics 13
Road transport 14
Operation 16
Uncoupling 17
Care and maintenance 18
Further regulations 19

Familiarising yourself with the machine 20

Range of application 20
Features 20
Designation of components 21
Technical specifications 22

Delivery and assembly ............................. 26

Checking the scope of delivery 26
Length of PTO shaft 27

Coupling the machine .............................. 29

Safety 29
General 29
Coupling the machine 30
Connecting the electrics [+] 34
Connecting the hydraulics 37

Preparing for use ...................................... 38

Safety 38
General 38
Rotor pitch 39
Working depth 40

Parking and storage .................................. 58

Safety 58
General 58
Uncoupling the machine 59
After the end of the season 60

Maintenance ............................................... 61

Safety 61
General 63
Screwed connections 65
Lubrication points for grease 67
Lubricating the PTO shafts 68
Filling quantities 69
Tyres 69
Hydraulics 70

Additional equipment ................................ 71

Optional accessories 71

Fault elimination ........................................ 74

Faults 74

Circuit diagrams ........................................ 75

Hydraulic system connection diagram 75
Lighting equipment circuit diagram 76

Decommissioning ..................................... 77

Environment 77

EC Declaration of Conformity .................. 78

Conforms to
EC Directive 
2006/42/EC 78

Index ........................................................... 80

Road transport .......................................... 42

Safety 42
General 43
Prior to road transport 43
Road transport 47

Preparations on the field ......................... 48

Safety 48
General 48
Basic settings 49

Operation ................................................... 52

Safety 52
General 53
Swathing 54
Swath deposit 55
Driving on headlands 55

3

Preface

Preface

Target group for this



operating manual

Minimum age

For your safety

Training

This operating manual is intended for trained agriculturists and
persons who are otherwise qualified for agricultural activities and have
received instruction in working with this machine.

Children under the age of 16 are not permitted to operate the machine.

You must familiarise yourself with the contents of this operating
manual before assembly or initial operation of the machine. In this
way, you will achieve optimum work results and operational safety.
The operating manual forms an integral part of the machine and must
always be kept to hand. This will ensure that you:

• avoid accidents.

• comply with warranty conditions.

• have a fully functional machine in good working order at all times.

Your will receive training from your dealer concerning using the
controls and care of the machine.

Information for the employer

All personnel are to be regularly, but at least once a year, instructed
on the use of the machine, in accordance with the regulations of the
national organisation for Health and Safety at Work. Untrained or
unauthorised persons are not permitted to use the machine.

You are responsible for ensuring that the machine is operated and
maintained safely. Make sure that you and all other persons that
operate, maintain or work in close proximity with the machine are
familiar with the operating and maintenance regulations, as well as the
corresponding safety instructions in this operating manual.

4

Preface

Symbols used

In this operating manual, the following symbols and terms have been
used:

• A bullet point accompanies each item in a list.

 A triangle indicates operating functions which must be performed.

 An arrow indicates a cross-reference to other sections of this

manual.

[+] A plus sign indicates additional equipment which is not included in

the standard version.

We have also used pictograms to help you find instructions more
quickly:

The "Information" pictogram indicates tips and additional information.

The “Examples” pictogram indicates examples that assist under­standing of the instructions.

Caution

The warning triangle indicates important safety information. Failure
to observe this safety information can result in:

• Serious faults in the correct operation of the implement.

• Damage to the machine.

• Personal injury or accidents.

The spanner indicates tips for assembly or adjustment work.

Switch on the tractor.

Switch off the tractor and secure it against rolling away.

The arrow in the diagram shows the direction of travel.

5

Safety

Safety

For your safety

This chapter contains general safety instructions. Each chapter of the
operating manual contains additional specific safety information which
is not described here. Observe the safety information:

• in the interest of your own safety.

• in the interest of the safety of others.

• to ensure the safety of the machine.

Numerous risks can result from handling agricultural machinery in the
wrong way. Therefore, always work with particular care and never
under time pressure.

Information for the employer

Inform all persons who work with the machine about this safety
information at regular intervals and in accordance with statutory regu­lations.

6

Safety

Warning signs

Warning signs on the
machine

Safety-related stickers attached to the machine indicate potential
hazards. The stickers must not be removed. Illegible or missing
stickers should be replaced. You can obtain new stickers as
replacement parts from your dealer.

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Safety

Meaning of warning
signs

Read the operating manual

Read and follow the operating and safety instructions before using the
machine for the first time. The machine must not be used for the first
time until the operating manual has been read and understood. This
applies in particular to the safety information. Otherwise, serious or
fatal injury may be caused as a result.

Switch off the engine

Only perform maintenance, repair and adjustment work when the
machine is shut down. Otherwise, serious or fatal injury may be
caused as a result.

Distance from the rotor

Maintain a safe distance from the rotor when it is rotating. Nobody may
remain in close proximity to the machine when tedders and rakes are
running. Otherwise, serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result.

Distance from the tractor

When the machine is being coupled, uncoupled or operated, there
should be no-one between the tractor and the machine. Otherwise,
serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result.

Risk of crushing

Never reach into an area where there is a risk of crushing if parts in
that area are still likely to move. Otherwise, serious or fatal injury may
be caused as a result.

Caution, parts ejected at speed

Hazard caused by parts which may become detached when the drive
is in operation, and ejected at speed. Maintain a safe distance.
Otherwise, serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result.

8

Safety

Secure the swath former after it is folded up

Secure the swath former after it is folded up. The swath former may
fold down unexpectedly. Otherwise, serious or fatal injury may be
caused as a result.

Securing the rotors

Secure the rotor in the transport position. The rotor may turn unex­pectedly due to centrifugal forces. Otherwise, serious or fatal injury
may be caused as a result.

PTO shaft speed 540 rpm

The specified maximum PTO shaft speed of 540 rpm must not be
exceeded. Otherwise, damage to the machine may be caused as a
result.

Do not exceed the maximum hydraulic pressure

The tractor's hydraulic pressure on the machine's hydraulic system
must not exceed 210 bar. Otherwise, damage to the machine may be
caused as a result.

9

Safety

Who is allowed to operate the machine?

General



safety information

Only qualified persons may operate the machine

Only qualified persons who have been informed of the dangers
associated with handling the machine are permitted to operate,
service or repair the machine. The necessary knowledge can be
gained in the course of agricultural vocational training, professional
training or intensive instruction.

The general safety information and warning signs apply to every
phase of the life cycle of the machine and to every application.

Switch off the tractor and secure it

Before you dismount:

 Switch off the tractor.

 Remove the ignition key.

 Secure the tractor against rolling away.

An unsecured tractor can run you over or trap you. Otherwise, serious
or fatal injury may be caused as a result.

Operate for the first time only after proper training

The machine may only be put into operation after proper training has
been provided by an employee from a dealership or the manufacturer,
or by a factory representative. Operation without proper training can
lead to damage to the machine due to incorrect operation, or may
cause accidents.

Safety is your responsibility

Follow the safety instructions. Ensure that all operators comply with
the safety instructions. Prevent serious or fatal accidents by following
the safety instructions.

Instructions in the event of malfunctions

In the event of a malfunction, shut down, stop and secure the machine
immediately. Rectify the malfunction immediately yourself or seek the
assistance of a workshop. Operating a faulty machine can cause
accidents or damage.

No persons in the working area

Ensure that no persons are present in the slewing and working area
of the machine. Persons could be caught by the machine within this
area. This could result in fatal injury.

Perfect working condition

Ensure that the tractor and the machine are always in perfect working
condition. Make sure that the tractor brakes work in synchronisation
with the machine. Also follow the instructions in your tractor's
operating manual.

10

Safety

Switch off the tractor PTO shaft drive

Switch off the tractor's PTO shaft drive when changing from work to
transport position (and vice versa). Wait for moving parts to come to a
stop. If this requirement is ignored, the consequence may be damage
to the machine and even life-threatening injuries.

No reversing while the drive is running

Never drive in reverse with the PTO shaft drive switched on and in the
work position if people could enter the working area of the machine.
Switch off the PTO shaft drive. Rotating, unprotected parts can
damage the machine and cause life-threatening injuries.

Specified workwear

Do not wear loose fitting clothing. Loose fitting items of clothing may
become caught in rotating parts. Wear workwear and protective
clothing, as specified by the Accident Prevention and Insurance Asso­ciation. Serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result.

No riding on the machine

Persons or objects must never be transported on the machine.
Carrying passengers on the machine is life-threatening and
prohibited. Serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result.

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Safety

Never work on the machine while it is running

No operations may be performed on the machine while it is running.
Objects or persons can be caught, drawn in or crushed. Serious or
fatal injury may be caused as a result.

PTO shaft

Use only the PTO shafts specified by the manufacturer and read the
attached operating manual carefully. Adjust the length of the PTO
shaft as required. Incorrect PTO shaft lengths can cause damage to
the machine and personal injury.

Check and fasten the PTO shaft guard in position

The rotating PTO shaft is protected by the PTO shaft guard. Ensure
that the guard is not damaged. Fasten the PTO shaft guard in position
by connecting the chains on the implement and the tractor. Unguarded
PTO shafts can cause life-threatening injuries.

Make sure the machine is standing level

Before changing from the transport to the work position (and vice
versa), make sure the machine is standing level. Otherwise, damage
to the machine and serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result.

Do not make any modifications to the machine

No modifications of any kind may be made to the machine. Unau­thorised modifications can adversely affect the correct operation and
safety of the machine and shorten its service life. Unauthorised mod­ifications to the machine render the manufacturer's guarantee null and
void and free the manufacturer from all liability.

PTO shaft speed 540 rpm

The specified maximum PTO shaft speed of 540 rpm must not be
exceeded. A higher PTO shaft speed will damage the machine.

Unrestricted field of vision to the rear

After it has been coupled, ensure that you have an unrestricted view
of the machine, in both its work and transport positions. At the very
least, use the panorama mirror provided by the tractor manufacturer.
Otherwise, dangerous situations may not be detected in time.
resulting in accidents or damage.

12

Safety

Coupling

Increased risk of injury

When the machine is being coupled to the tractor, there is an
increased risk of injury. Therefore:

• Secure the tractor against rolling away, shut off the engine and

remove the ignition key.

• Never stand between the tractor and machine.

• Lock the PTO shaft securely on the PTO stub shafts of the tractor

and the machine.

If this requirement is ignored, the consequence may be damage to the
machine and even life-threatening injuries.

Attaching electrical connections after assembly

The electrical supply to the tractor must not be connected when the
lighting equipment is being fitted. Otherwise, short circuits will occur
and the electronic system will be damaged.

Observe the operating manual of the PTO shaft manufacturer

Observe the operating manual of the PTO shaft manufacturer. It will
provide you with instructions on how to handle the PTO shaft correctly.
If these instructions are ignored, damage may be caused to the PTO
shaft and machine.

Hydraulics

Hydraulic connection at zero pressure only

Only connect hydraulic hoses to the tractor hydraulic system if the
tractor and machine hydraulic system is at zero pressure. A
pressurised hydraulic system can trigger unpredictable movements of
the machine and can cause serious damage to the machine and
personal injury. Serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result.

High pressures in the hydraulic system

The hydraulic system is under high pressure. Regularly check all lines,
hoses, and screwed connections for leaks and externally visible
damage. Only use suitable equipment when looking for leaks. Rectify
any damage immediately. Oil escaping under pressure may result in
injuries and fires. Seek medical attention immediately if injuries occur.

Replace hydraulic hoses every six years

Hydraulic hoses age without showing externally visible signs. Replace
hydraulic hoses every six years. Defective hydraulic lines can cause
serious or fatal injuries.

13

Safety

Road transport

Ensuring road safety

The machine must conform to current national traffic regulations if you
intend to drive with it on public roads. Ensure the following:

• Lighting, warning and protective equipment must be fitted.

• The permissible transport widths and weights, axle loads, tyre

load-bearing capacities, laden weights and national speed restric­tions must be complied with.

• The maximum permissible road transport speed must be complied

with, but not exceed 50 km/h.

• Before driving on public roads, fully fold in all guard bars and

secure the machine. All tine supports which have tips that point at
right angles to the direction of travel must be removed.

• The machine should only be towed by agricultural or forestry

tractors.

The empty weight of the tractor must be greater than the weight of the
machine. The driver and keeper of the vehicle are liable should these
conditions not be observed.

Close the ball valve

Close the ball valve before driving on the road. If the ball valve is open
and there is an operating error, the machine may drop or swing out
unexpectedly. This could cause traffic accidents and accidents with
fatal consequences.

Check tyre pressures

Check tyre pressure on a regular basis. Incorrect tyre pressures
reduce the service life of a tyre and cause unstable driving character­istics. Accidents with serious or fatal injuries may be caused as a
result.

Altered driving and braking performance

Driving and braking performance are altered when the machine is
coupled or hitched to the tractor. When cornering, take the overall
width and balancing weight of the machine into consideration. Adjust
your driving speed accordingly. A driving style which is not adapted to
conditions can cause accidents. Accidents with serious or fatal injuries
may be caused as a result.

14

Safety

Speed adjustment

In poor road conditions and at high speeds, significant forces can be
generated which subject the tractor and machine material to high or
excessive stresses. Adjust your driving speed to the road conditions.
A driving style which is not adapted to conditions can cause accidents.
Accidents with serious or fatal injuries may be caused as a result.

Check hitch pins

Hitch pins must be in perfect condition. Hitch pins must show no signs
of wear and be properly secured. Otherwise, hitched machines may
detach themselves of their own accord. Accidents with serious or fatal
injuries may be caused as a result.

15

Safety

Operation

Operate for the first time only after proper training

The machine may only be put into operation after proper training has
been provided by an employee from a dealership or the manufacturer,
or by a factory representative. Operation without training can lead to
damage to the machine due to incorrect operation, or cause
accidents.

Ensure that the machine is in perfect working condition

Do not operate the machine unless it is in perfect working condition.
Check all key components and their correct operation before use.
Replace defective components. Defective components can cause
material damage and personal injury.

Check the protective equipment

The protective equipment must not be removed or by-passed. Check
all protective equipment before using the machine. Unprotected
machine parts can cause serious or fatal injury.

Check the immediate vicinity

Check the area immediately surrounding the machine before driving
off, and continually during operation. Make sure that you have an
adequate view. Only begin work when the immediate vicinity is cleared
of any persons or objects. Serious or fatal injury may be caused as a
result.

Retighten all nuts, bolts and screws

Regularly check that nuts and bolts are correctly tightened. Retighten
bolts if necessary. Nuts and bolts can work loose when the machine is
used. Damage to the machine or accidents may be caused as a result.

The PTO stub shaft continues turning after it has been switched
off

After the PTO stub shaft drive on the tractor has been switched off, the
machine continues to run due to the moment of inertia. Maintain a suf­ficiently safe distance until all moving parts have come to a complete
standstill. Otherwise, damage to the machine and serious or fatal
injury may be caused as a result.

Cornering and turning manoeuvres

Centrifugal forces are in operation during cornering. The machine's
centre of gravity at the rear of the tractor is displaced. Be aware of the
turning radius and the moment of inertia. A driving style which is not
adapted to conditions can cause accidents. Accidents with serious or
fatal injuries may be caused as a result.

16

Safety

Uncoupling

Increased risk of injury

There is an increased risk of injury when uncoupling the machine from
the tractor. Therefore:

• Secure the tractor against rolling away, turn off the engine and

remove the ignition key.

• Never stand between the tractor and machine.

• Set the machine down on firm, secure and level ground.

• Ensure that the parking stand is securely locked.

• Place the PTO shaft in the holder provided.

• Secure the machine against rolling away (use wheel chocks).

• Do not disconnect hydraulic hoses until there is no pressure in the

tractor and machine hydraulic system.

Failure to observe these instructions can result in serious or fatal
injury.

17

Safety

Care and maintenance

Observe the care and maintenance intervals

Observe the periods specified in the operating manual for recurrent
checks and inspections. If these periods are not observed, damage to
the machine and accidents may be caused as a result.

Use original parts

Many components have special properties that are essential for the
stability and correct operation of the machine. Only spare parts and
accessories supplied by the manufacturer have been tested and
approved. Other products may adversely affect the correct operation
of the machine and safety. Using non-OEM replacement parts renders
the manufacturer's guarantee null and void and frees the manufac­turer from all liability.

When performing care and maintenance work:

• Switch off the PTO shaft drive.

• Depressurise the hydraulic system.

• Whenever possible, uncouple the tractor.

• Switch off the tractor and remove the ignition key.

• Ensure the machine is standing on firm, secure and level ground,

and provide additional support, if necessary.

• Secure the machine against rolling away (use wheel chocks).

Only if these regulations are observed can safe working be ensured
during care and maintenance work.

Turn off the electrical supply

Prior to carrying out work on the electrical system, disconnect the
system from the power supply. Systems being supplied with electrical
power can cause damage to equipment and injury to persons.

Caution when cleaning with a high-pressure cleaner

Exercise caution when cleaning with a high-pressure cleaner.
Bearings, seals and pipe unions are not waterproof. In order to
prevent damage to the machine, the bearings, seals and pipe unions
must not be exposed to direct contact with the high-pressure water jet.

18

Safety

No aggressive washing additives

Do not use any aggressive washing additives for cleaning. Uncoated
metal surfaces can be damaged.

Before carrying out welding work

Disconnect all electrical connections from the tractor when carrying
out welding on the hitched machine. Damage may otherwise be
caused to the electrical system.

Retighten all nuts, bolts and screws

All pin and screwed connections that are loosened during
maintenance and repair operations must be retightened. Serious
injury and damage to equipment can be caused by loose pin and
screwed connections.

Further regulations

Warranty

Observe the regulations

In addition to the safety information listed above, please observe the
following:

• Accident prevention regulations.

• Generally recognised safety regulations, occupational health

requirements and road traffic regulations.

• The instructions provided in this operating manual.

• Regulations relating to operation, maintenance and repair.

The warranty and manufacturer's liability will no longer be valid if the
instructions provided in the chapter on Safety are not observed, if
maintenance is inadequate or faulty, if the machine is used for
purposes other than those for which it was intended and if it is over­stressed, or if impermissible modifications are made to the machine.

19

Familiarising yourself with the machine

Familiarising yourself with the mac hine

Range of application

Proper use

Features

This product is classified as replaceable equipment in accordance
with EC directive 2006/42/EC.

The machine is a single-wheel rake, which is suitable only for the
raking together of mown, stalked material (for example, hay or straw).

Any use other than the use described above - such as silo spreading,
any type of soil preparation, sweeping, or transmitting power to other
machines - is not permitted. The manufacturer and dealers are not
liable for damage caused by improper use. The risk is borne solely by
the user.

Flexible in operation

This single-wheel rake meets all the requirements of modern crop
harvesting engineering. Important functions for field use are controlled
during active operation.

The rake can be pulled by tractors of 15 kW (20 hp) or more.

Extensive equipment

The machine is equipped with a low-maintenance gear box and 11 tine
supports on each rotor. The cranked tines achieve an excellent raking
quality.

Easy changeover from work to transport position

The rake is easily changed over from the work to the transport
position.

Raise height of 50 centimetres

For road transport and on headlands, the machine can be quickly raised
by roughly 50 centimetres. For working, lower the rotary rakes hydrau­lically from transport position back to work position.

20

Familiarising yourself with the machine

Guard bar

Main frame

Tine support TinesRotor gear Rotor chassis

Swath former

Transport holder for
tine supports

Parking
stand [+]

DriveDrawbar

Designation of components

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Familiarising yourself with the machine

L

R

H

R

T

WT (WR)

O

S

P

R

Technical specifications

Dimensions in
transport position

[m]

L

R

H

R

W

R

W

T

T Track width 1.60

O Height of top reflectors 1.25

P Distance between top reflectors 1.70

R Height of bottom reflectors 0.40

S Distance between bottom reflectors 0.65

* Swath former in transport position

Length in transport position for road transport

Height in transport position for road transport

Width in transport position for road transport

Width in transport position from tyre to tyre

4.00

2.30

2.00* (2.45)

2.00

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Familiarising yourself with the machine

L

W

H

W

RD

SE

Dimensions in work
position

[m]

L

W

H

W

RD Rotor diameter 3.35

SE Width with swath former fully extended 4.20

Length in work position

Height in work position

4.75

1.25

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Familiarising yourself with the machine

Weights

Total weight 570 kg

Load supported on parking stand 150 kg

Tractor equipment
required

Output / connections

Minimum output of the tractor 15 kW (20 hp)

Lighting equipment power supply 12 V, 7-pin plug socket ISO 1724

Hydraulic connections 1 x single-acting hydraulic control device

Hydraulic pressure 150 - 210 bar

Maximum PTO shaft speed 540 rpm

Pending attachment In accordance with ISO 6489-3

Alternatively: lower link and lift link drawbar Fixable in height and laterally

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Familiarising yourself with the machine

Machine equipment

Swath deposit

Swath former Standard

Rotors / tine supports / tines

Number of rotors 1

Number of tine supports per rotor 11

Number of tines per tine support 4

Removable tine arms Standard

Rotor height adjustment Hydraulic/mechanical

Tine saver [+]

Wheels

Rotor chassis with tandem axle 18 x 8.50-8 PR 6

Safety accessories

Safety chain Standard

Lighting equipment [+]

Warning signs [+]

PTO shaft

PTO shaft (wide-angle, double-ended) Standard

Measurement of
airborne sound
emissions

The airborne sound emissions from the machine are below the levels
stipulated by machinery directive 2006/42/EC.

• A-weighted sound level in the workplace: 

< 70 dB(A)

• Currently C-weighted sound level: 

< 63 Pa (130 dB based on 20 µPa)

• A-weighted sound level on the machine: 

< 80 dB(A)

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Delivery and assembly

Delivery and assembly

Checking the scope of delivery

Delivery is in the fully assembled state

The machine is delivered fully assembled. Using the check list, check
the loose parts on delivery. If any parts of the machine have not been
fitted or are missing, please contact your dealer.

Do not assemble the machine yourself

Trained personnel are required to assemble the machine. Do not
perform assembly work yourself. The following points are required
to be met for the machine to be in proper condition:

• Observance of a sequence of worksteps.

• Compliance with tolerances and torques.

• Knowledge of work safety during assembly.

Incorrect assembly can result in damage to the machine or
accidents.

If parts are missing or have been damaged during transportation,
please inform the dealer, importer or manufacturer immediately.

Check list for parts which were

supplied loose

Quantity

PTO shaft for drive 1

Tine support placing swaths on the
left

Swath former 1

Operating manual 1

Spare part manual 1

Additional equipment See delivery note

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Delivery and assembly

Length of PTO shaft

Safety

The length of the PTO shaft was selected at the factory to suit almost
all types of tractor. Only in exceptional cases is a correction of the PTO
shaft length required on individual tractors. Check the length of the
PTO shaft on each tractor prior to first use.

A manufacturer's operating manual for the PTO shaft is enclosed. This
includes detailed information on the relevant version of the PTO shaft
and must be observed.

Switch off the tractor and secure it

Before you dismount:

 Switch off the tractor.

 Remove the ignition key.

 Secure the tractor against rolling away.

An unsecured tractor can run you over or trap you.
Otherwise, serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result.

Checking the angle of lock

The PTO shaft has a wide hinge joint giving the tractor a steering
angle of up to 80°. Make sure that the PTO shaft is not damaged
during sharp cornering. This would result in damage to the
machine.

Correct length

A PTO shaft that is too long must not be used. This would result in
damage to the drive bearings of the tractor and the machine.

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Delivery and assembly

Marking on the guard tube

Checking the length
of the PTO shaft

Shortening the PTO
shaft

 Couple the machine to the tractor without the PTO shaft.

 Lower the lower link of the tractor.

 Set the combination (tractor and machine) to the smallest steering

angle.

 Switch off the tractor and secure it against rolling away.

 Pull the PTO shaft apart and connect one half to the tractor PTO

shaft drive and one to the machine and secure them.

 Place the two shaft halves next to each other and:

• Check for a minimum of 200 mm overlap (b).

• Check that the PTO shaft is not blocked at one end 

(minimum distance (a) = 20 mm).

 Shorten the slide tube and guard tube by the same dimension.

 Deburr the ends of the tube.

 Remove the swarf.

 Grease the sliding surfaces well.

Fitting the PTO shaft

Make sure that you fit the PTO shaft in the correct installation position.
There is a marking on the guard tube of the PTO shaft.

 Check the length of the PTO shaft and shorten it if necessary.

 Place the PTO shaft onto the PTO stub shaft of the machine.

 Secure the PTO shaft with a locking pin.

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Coupling the machine

Safety

Coupling the machine

Observe the safety information

Observe the safety information. Disregard for safety information
can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 6.

Increased risk of injury

When the machine is being coupled to the tractor, there is an
increased risk of injury. Therefore:

• Never stand between the tractor and machine.

• Secure the tractor against rolling away.

• Actuate the three-point power lift system slowly and carefully.

Failure to observe these instructions can result in serious or
fatal injury.

General

The machine is equipped at the factory for coupling to the pending
attachment or a lift link drawbar.

The following worksteps are described in this section:

• »Coupling the machine«

• »Coupling the PTO shaft«

• »Connecting the electrics [+]«

• »Connecting the hydraulics«

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Coupling the machine

Fixing pin

Safety chain

Coupling the
machine

G

enuine fixing pins from the manufacturer

Use only genuine fixing pins from the manufacturer. These have
the required strength. Other pins can break. Damage to the
machine or accidents may be caused as a result.

The rotary rake is coupled to the pending attachment or a lift link
drawbar with a fixing pin and secured with a safety splint.

 See »Coupling to the pending attachment«, page 31.

– or –

 See »Coupling to the lift link drawbar«, page 32.

A freely turnable lift link drawbar is available as an optional accessory
for coupling to lower links of category I-II.

Safety chain for USA
and Canada

 See »Lift link drawbar [+]«, page 71.

In the USA and Canada, it is obligatory to secure the rotary rake to the
tractor with a safety chain.

Observe national regulations concerning the length and fitting of the
safety chain.

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Coupling to the

Height-adjustable parking stand

Safety splint

Fixing pin

pending attachment

Coupling the machine

Lock the height adjustment of the lower link

Lock the height adjustment of the lower link. Comply with the
tractor operating manual. Unintentionally raising the lower links
can irreparably damage the PTO shaft.

Lock the lateral setting of the lower links

Fix the lower links after coupling the implement. Lateral free
movement of the lower links causes unstable drive properties
during transport journeys and can cause accidents.

For coupling to a pending attachment in accordance with ISO 6489-3,
proceed as follows:

 (A) Distance between the PTO shaft drive and the drawbar hitching

point: approximately 356 mm.

 (B) Height between the PTO shaft drive and the drawbar hitching

point: approximately 203 – 305 mm.

 (C) Fix the lower link height at a distance of approximately 400 mm

from the ground.

 Couple the rotary rake to the pending attachment with a fixing pin.

 Secure the fixing pin with a safety splint.

 Take the height-adjustable parking stand out of the transport

holder bracket and fit it to the drawbar.

 See »Coupling to the lift link drawbar«, page 32.

The working depth is adjusted on the chassis.

 Chapter »Preparing for use«, section »Rotor pitch«, page 39

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Coupling the machine

50 mm

Pin

PTO shaft

Safety splint

Fixing pin

Transport holder

Parking stand

Coupling to the lift
link drawbar

The factory-supplied PTO shaft only allows for coupling to the pending
attachment. The PTO shaft supplied is too short for coupling to the lift
link drawbar. For a longer PTO shaft, please contact your dealer.

Ensure the minimum spacing

In the work position, the space between the PTO shaft and the pin
must never be less than 50 mm. Otherwise the PTO shaft may be
damaged, for example when driving over an undulation in the
ground. Damaged PTO shafts can cause injury to persons or
damage the machine.

 Couple the rotary rake to the lift link drawbar with a fixing pin.

 Secure the fixing pin with a safety splint.

 Take the height-adjustable parking stand out of the transport

holder bracket and fit it to the drawbar.

 See »Coupling to the lift link drawbar«, page 32.

Stowing the height­adjustable parking
stand [+]

After coupling, remove the height-adjustable parking stand [+] and fit
and secure it to the transport holder.

 Switch off the tractor and secure it.

 Pull the pin on the parking stand.

 Remove the parking stand.

 Fit the parking stand to the transport holder and secure it with a

fixing pin.

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Adjusting the

Spindle

Drawbar cylinder

Spindle

20 mm

Drawbar cylinder

drawbar cylinder

Coupling the machine

The drawbar cylinder is used to adjust the height of the drawbar and
the machine pitch so that the crop can be picked up satisfactorily. The
drawbar cylinder is adjusted differently depending on the equipment:
Proceed as follows.

Operation without optional support wheel:

 Fully screw in the spindle on the drawbar cylinder.

 Set the tractor's hydraulic control device to the floating position.

When the optionally available support wheel is used, the spindle on
the drawbar cylinder must be adjusted to compensate for the ground
undulations.

Operation with optional support wheel:

 Unscrew the spindle on the drawbar cylinder by about 20 mm.

Spanner size "17" on the spindle

In the case of the optional support wheel, ensure that a lift of at least
10 mm is always guaranteed for the drawbar cylinder.

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Coupling the machine

Marking on the guard tube

7-pin plug

Coupling the PTO
shaft

When coupling the PTO shaft, make sure it is in the correct position.

 Check whether the PTO shaft must be shortened before coupling.

 Shorten the PTO shaft if necessary.

 »Length of PTO shaft«, page 27

 Check that the tractor's PTO stub shaft is clean and lubricated.

 Couple the PTO shaft to the tractor and the machine.

• Fit the wide-angle joint on the tractor side.

 Ensure that the PTO shaft is engaged on the shaft ends.

 Secure the guard tubes so that they cannot rotate at the same

time.

 Couple the single joint with slip clutch to the machine's PTO stub

shaft.

Connecting the electrics [+]

Lighting equipment
[+]

Check the electrical cables

Check the electrical cables. The electrical cables must not chafe
or hang loose. Electrical cables that have been torn away or worn
through must be replaced. Otherwise, this will cause damage to
the machine.

Attach the following electrical cables to the tractor:

 Connect the plug for the 12 V power supply to the 7-pin plug socket

on the tractor.

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Illuminated warning

Left-hand lighting equipment

Orange Red

signs USA [+]

Coupling the machine

The optional warning sign kit with lighting equipment for the USA is
available for operation in the USA and Canada. The lighting
equipment is mounted on the left and right-hand side of the rear guard
bar and connected to the tractor by a 7-pin plug. The corresponding
connection must be present on the tractor (SAE J560).

If your tractor does not have the corresponding connection, this must
be retrofitted. Consult your dealer.

The lighting equipment is controlled by the lighting controls in the tractor.
The lights are only on if the tractor is in park position or the tractor's
headlights are switched on.

 Connect the plug for the 12 V power supply to the 7-pin plug socket

on the tractor.

 Check that the lighting equipment is functioning using the following

table:

Device lights

Tractor lights Left orange Left red Right red Right orange

Headlight “OFF” — Off Off —

Headlight “ON” — Dimmed Dimmed —

Orange indicator light “OFF” Off — — Off

Orange indicator light “ON” Flashing (same

Brake lights
(for tractors with brake lights)

Orange indicator light
“ON”
No turning indicated
(tractor with brake lights)

Orange indicator light
“ON”
No turning indicated
(no tractor brake lights)

Turning left indicated Higher flashing

Turning right indicated Illuminated, no flashing Off or dimmed Depending on tractor

frequency as right)

— Bright Bright —

Flashing (same
frequency as right)

Flashing (same
frequency as right)

frequency

— — Flashing (same

Bright Bright Flashing (same

Off Off Flashing (same

Depending on tractor
equipment: Off, dimmed
or flashing in sync with
the left-hand light

Off or dimmed Illuminated, no flashing

equipment: Off, dimmed
or flashing in sync with
the right-hand light

frequency as left)

frequency as left)

frequency as left)

Higher flashing
frequency

Observe local regulations governing lighting equipment for travelling
on the road. Consult your dealer if the lighting equipment does not
function as stated.

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Coupling the machine

Power adapter USA

Power adapter
USA [+]

 A specific power adapter is available for the USA.

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Coupling the machine

Connecting the hydraulics

Check hoses and couplings

Check all hydraulic hoses for damage before connecting them.
Check all hydraulic couplings for firm seating after connecting
them. Defective hydraulic hoses and poorly fitting hydraulic
connections can trigger unpredictable movements of the machine,
causing severe damage to the machine as well as personal injury.
Serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result.

Secure the tractor's control devices

In the transport position, secure the tractor's control devices
against unintended actuation and lock them if possible. Uninten­tional activation of a control device can trigger unpredictable
movements of the machine and cause serious machine damage
and personal injury. Serious or fatal injury may be caused as a
result.

Check the routing of the hydraulic hoses

Close or disconnect the quick-release couplings with great care.
Remove any dirt or air which has entered the hydraulic system.
The hydraulic system may otherwise be seriously damaged.
Material damage or personal injury may be caused as a result.

Avoid mixing oils

If the machine is used on different tractors, an impermissible
mixing of oil may occur. Impermissible oil mixtures can irreparably
damage tractor components.

Connecting the
hydraulic couplings

Ensure the connection is correct

Make sure that the hydraulics are connected correctly. Otherwise,
injuries and damage to the machine may be caused as a result.

 Close the ball valve.

 Set the tractor hydraulics to “free float”.

 Switch off the tractor and secure it.

 Connect the machine's hydraulic coupling to the single-acting

hydraulic control device.

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Preparing for use

Preparing for use

Safety

The following applies to all preparations for operation:

Observe the safety information

Observe the safety information. Disregard for safety information
can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 6.

Secure the machine

Secure the machine against unintentional starting and rolling
away. Use wheel chocks. The machine must stand on a level, firm
and secure surface and be supported during the work, if
necessary. Unsecured or non-supported machines can cause
accidents. Otherwise, serious or fatal injury may be caused as a
result.

No persons in the working area

Ensure that no persons are present in the slewing and working
area of the machine. Persons could be caught by the machine
within this area. This could result in fatal injury.

Remove tine supports

When carrying out adjustment work on the machine, tine supports
which hinder work on the machine must be removed. Tine
supports that are not removed can cause serious injuries.

General

The following applies when performing all adjustment work:

 Check the tyre pressure.

 Secure the machine.

 Lower the machine to the work position.

 Undo the appropriate bolts.

 Make the required adjustment.

 Retighten the bolts.

 Fit and secure the tine supports.

The following worksteps are described in this section:

• »Rotor pitch«

• »Working depth«

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Rotor pitch

3 x M12 bolts to 85 Nm

Adjusting screw

20 mm

Crop pickup increases the distance between the tines
and the ground.

0 mm

Adjusting the rotor
pitch

Preparing for use

Close the ball valve

Close the ball valve before working on the machine or carrying out
any adjustment work. If the ball valve is open and there is an
operating error, the machine can lower itself and cause serious
injuries.

The rotors are inclined transversely to the chassis. The rotor is already
inclined transversely ex-factory. If the crop is not picked up cleanly, the
raking quality can be improved by adjusting the rotor pitch.

The optimum raking quality is achieved when the tines in the front
working area and before the crop is deposited have the lowest
possible ground clearance (see adjacent illustration).

It is possible to adjust the position of the rotors laterally to the direction
of travel.

 Move the machine to the headland position using the tractor's con-

trol device.

 Close the ball valve.

 Switch off the tractor and secure it.

 Remove the tine supports above the right-hand wheel carrier.

 Slightly loosen the three bolts on the wheel carrier.

 Move the wheel carriers into the required position using the adjust-

ing screw (see illustration below).

 Retighten the bolts to a tightening torque of 85 Nm.

 Fit and secure the tine supports.

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Preparing for use

Working depth

Adjusting nut

Catch

Chassis cylinder

Working depth

Checking the
working depth

When working, the machine is raised and lowered hydraulically. The
machine is lowered as far as the preadjusted depth. The basic setting
for the working depth is adjusted using an adjusting screw on the
chassis cylinder.

Check the preset working depth as follows:

 Fully lower the machine using the tractor's hydraulic control device.

 Switch off the tractor and secure it.

 Check the working depth to the ground.

The ideal working depth depends on several factors. Decisive, among
others, are:

• The soil condition and the stubble length.

• The type and quantity of fodder

If the tines are positioned too low, the crop is contaminated and the
stress and wear on the tines, and thus on the drive, increases.
If necessary, adjust the working depth to the field again.

Adjusting the
working depth

The chassis cylinder is used to adjust the chassis end stop in the work
position. Start with a horizontal chassis basic setting at a hitch height
of 400 mm. The chassis pitch depends on the ground conditions and
the crop. Adjust the working depth as follows:

 Use the tractor's hydraulic control device to move the machine into

the headland position.

 Switch off the tractor and secure it.

 Close the ball valve.

 Release the adjusting nut below the chassis using the catch and

use the adjusting nut to adjust the working depth.

 Use the catch to prevent the adjusting nut from moving.

 Switch on the tractor.

 Lower the machine.

 Switch off the tractor and secure it.

 Check the working depth and readjust it if required.

Two turns of the adjusting nut change the height by 15 mm on the
tines.

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Adjusting the

M22 nut

Drawbar cylinder

Drawbar cylinder

Lift = 10 mm

approx. 400 mm

M16 nut

Drawbar cylinder

Draw shackle

M16 nut

drawbar height

Preparing for use

The drawbar cylinder is used to adjust the height of the drawbar and
the machine pitch so that the crop can be picked up satisfactorily.
Proceed as follows.

 Using the nut on the drawbar cylinder, adjust the working depth so

that the tines lightly touch the ground (approx. 400 mm to the
pending attachment).

When using the optional support wheel, ensure that a lift of at least
10 mm is guaranteed for the drawbar cylinder.

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Road transport

Road transport

Safety

Before transporting the machine on public roads, please read the
following safety information. Compliance is mandatory and will help
you to avoid accidents.

Observe the safety information

Observe the safety information. Disregard for safety information
can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 6.

Ensuring road safety

The machine must conform to current national traffic regulations if
you intend to drive with it on public roads. Ensure the following:

• Lighting, warning and protective equipment must be fitted.

• The permissible transport widths and weights, axle loads, tyre

load-bearing capacities, laden weights and national speed
restrictions must be complied with.

• The maximum permissible road transport speed must be

complied with, but not exceed 50 km/h.

• The machine should only be towed by agricultural or forestry

tractors.

• The empty weight of the tractor must be greater than the weight

of the machine.

The driver and keeper of the vehicle are liable should these
conditions not be observed.

Clean the machine before travelling on the road

Before travelling on the road, remove all coarse dirt, crop residues
and clods of earth from the machine and clean it. Crops or dirt that
drop onto the road can cause slippery road conditions. There is
otherwise the risk of traffic accidents and accidents with fatal con­sequences.

Observe the contour of the terrain

Move the machine onto ground that is as flat as possible before
changing from work to transport position. Avoid inclines on which
the combination (tractor and machine) could slip or overturn. There
is an increased risk of tipping and injury in a position at right angles
to the direction of the slope.

Close the ball valve

Close the ball valve before driving on the road. If the ball valve is
open and there is an operating error, the machine may drop or swing
out unexpectedly. This could cause traffic accidents and accidents
with fatal consequences.

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Road transport

Swath former holder

General

Prior to road transport

The following worksteps are described in this section:

• »Prior to road transport«

• »Folding in the guard bars«

• »Folding the machine into the transport position«

• »Checking the machine«

• »Road transport«

When driving on public roads, the machine must be in the transport
position. To prepare the machine for road transport, carry out the
following steps:

 »Moving the swath former to the transport position«

 »Folding in the guard bars«

 »Removing the tine supports«

 »Placing the tine supports in the transport holder«

 »Folding the machine into the transport position«

 »Checking the machine«

Moving the swath
former to the
transport position

 Move the machine onto ground that is as flat as possible before

changing from work to transport position.

For the transport position with the lowest transport width, pull the
swath former out of the holder, turn it 180° and push it fully back in and
secure it.

The swath former consists of a board and a holder.

 In the work position, release the T-bolt from the swath former.

 Completely pull the swath former out of the holder.

 Turn the swath former 180° and push it back into the holder the

other way round.

 Secure the swath former with the T-bolt.

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Road transport

Pressure spring

Safety splint

Front transverse carrier

Folding in the guard
bars

No persons within the slewing range

There is an acute risk of injury within the slewing range from
machine parts which are slewing or folding. Otherwise, serious or
fatal injury may be caused as a result.

Before removing the tine supports, move all the protective devices
around the rotors from the work to the transport position, and lock
them in place. Fold in the guard bar as follows:

 Lower the machine to the work position using the tractor's single-

acting hydraulic control device.

 Switch off the tractor and secure it.

 Pull the swath former out of the holder.

 Fully insert the swath former.

Left guard bar

 Pull the left guard bar with swath former forwards, against the

resistance of the pressure spring, and fold upwards to 90°.

 Lock the guard bar in the vertical position.

 Secure the guard bar on the front support using a safety splint.

Right guard bar

 Pull the right guard bar forwards, against the resistance of the

pressure spring, and fold upwards by 90°.

 Lock the guard bar in the vertical position.

 Secure the guard bar on the front support using a safety splint.

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Removing the tine

Transport holder

Rotor securing device

Lynch pin

Tine support

Rear hole

Transport holder

Lynch pin

Tine support

supports

Road transport

 Remove any crops and coarse dirt.

 Remove the tine supports from the rotor and secure them in the

transport holder (see adjacent illustration).

 Do not remove one of the tine supports and secure using a rotor

securing device.

Placing the tine supports
in the transport holder

 Loosen and remove the lynch pin from the tine support.

 Pull off the tine support.

 Insert the tine support into the transport holder.

 Secure the tine support with a lynch pin.

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Road transport

Folding the machine
into the transport
position

 Observe the instructions in »Prior to road transport«, page 43.

 Raise the rotor using the chassis hydraulics until the transport

position is reached.

Do not raise the machine beyond the maximum permitted reflector
height.

Checking the
machine

Prior to driving on the road, check the machine against the check list:

 PTO shaft drive off?

 Guard bar folded in?

 Tine supports in the transport holder and secured?

 Tyre pressures correct?

 Lower link secured at the sides?

 Crop residue and dirt removed?

 Lighting cables routed so that they are not strained and cannot

become caught in the tractor's wheels when cornering?

 Machine in transport position?

 Transport locking device locked?

 Lighting equipment in good working order?

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Road transport

Road transport

Follow the instructions below for road transport. There is
otherwise the risk of traffic accidents and accidents with fatal
consequences.

 Before pulling away, check the immediate vicinity. Always

make sure that you have a clear field of vision and, in
particular, look out for children within the operating area of the
machine.

 Lock the control devices on the tractor before driving on public

roads.

 Do not transport people or objects on the machine.

 Adjust your speed to road conditions.

 Do not exceed a maximum speed of 50 km/h. Comply with the

national speed limits.

 Ensure sufficient steering and braking capability. Driving char-

acteristics, steering, and braking capability are all influenced if
the machine is coupled (increased braking distance as a result
of greater inertia).

There is a danger of tipping on slopes and if corners are taken too
fast.

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Preparations on the field

Preparations on the fiel d

Safety

The following applies for all preparations on the field:

Observe the safety information

Observe the safety information. Disregard for safety information
can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 6.

Switch off the tractor and secure it

Before you dismount:

 Switch off the tractor.

 Remove the ignition key.

 Secure the tractor against rolling away.

An unsecured tractor can run you over or trap you. Otherwise,
serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result.

Secure the machine

Secure the machine against unintentional starting and rolling
away. Use wheel chocks. The machine must stand on a level, firm
and secure surface and be supported during the work, if
necessary. Unsecured or non-supported machines can cause
accidents. Otherwise, serious or fatal injury may be caused as a
result.

No persons in the working area

Ensure that no persons are present in the slewing and working
area of the machine. Persons could be caught by the machine
within this area. This could result in fatal injury.

General

Close the ball valve

Close the ball valve before adjusting. If the ball valve is open and
there is an operating error, the machine may drop or swing out
unexpectedly. This may cause damage to the machine or
accidents with fatal consequences.

The following worksteps are described in this section:

• »Lowering the machine«

• »Fitting the tine supports«

• »Folding out the guard bars«

• »Adjusting the swath former«

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Preparations on the field

Lynch pin

Tine support

Rear hole

Basic settings

Lowering the
machine

Fitting the
tine supports



After road transport, the machine is brought into the work position on
the field.

 Switch on the tractor.

 Lower the rotor using the chassis hydraulics until the work position

is reached.

 Switch off the tractor and secure it.

 Remove the tine supports from the transport holder.

 Attach the tine supports to the bushed bearing tube and secure

with lynch pins.

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Preparations on the field

Pressure spring

Safety splint

Front transverse
carrier

Folding out the guard
bars

No persons within the slewing range

There is an acute risk of injury within the slewing range from
machine parts which are slewing or folding. Otherwise, serious or
fatal injury may be caused as a result.

After the tines have been attached, all protective devices must be
moved from transport to work position. Fold out the guard bar as
follows:

Left guard bar

 Remove the safety splint from the front support.

 Pull the left guard bar with swath former forwards, against the

resistance of the pressure spring, and fold downwards by 90°.

Right guard bar

 Remove the safety splint from the front support.

 Pull the right guard bar forwards, against the resistance of the

pressure spring, and fold downwards by 90°.

 Observe the instructions in chapter »Preparing for use«, section

»Working depth« on page 40.

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Preparations on the field

T-bolt

Swath former

Bolts

Swath former

Bolts

Adjusting the swath
former

Adjusting the swath
width

Adjusting the swath
former in relation to the
direction of travel

The swath former is pulled into the correct position and secured when
changing from the transport to the work position.

For the work position, pull the swath former out of the holder, turn it
180° and push it fully back in and secure it.

The swath width can be adjusted as follows:

 Undo the T-bolt.

 Pull out the swath former to the desired width.

 Tighten the T-bolt in the new position and secure.

It is possible to adjust the direction of travel of the swath former as
follows:

Adjusting the swath
former's height

 Remove the bolts.

 Move the swath former into the desired position.

 Fit the bolts and tighten them in the new position.

It is possible to adjust the height of the swath former as follows:

 Loosen the bolts.

 Adjust the height of the swath former.

 Tighten the bolts in the new position.

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Operation

Operation

Safety

Observe the safety information

Observe the safety information. Disregard for safety information
can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 6.

No riding on the machine

Persons or objects must never be transported on the machine.
Carrying passengers on the machine is life-threatening and
prohibited. Serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result.

No persons in the working area

Ensure that no persons are present in the slewing and working
area of the machine. Persons could be caught by the machine
within this area. This could result in fatal injury.

Maximum PTO stub shaft speed 540 rpm

The PTO stub shaft speed must not exceed 540 rpm and must be
adapted to the condition of the crop. Higher revolution rates can
cause damage to the machine.

Only allow the PTO shaft clutch to respond for a short time

Do not allow the slip clutch to respond for longer than 3 seconds.
If the clutch responds for a longer period of time, it will become
worn and the disconnect torque will drop.

Do not compress the PTO shaft

The PTO shaft between the tractor and machine must not be
compressed when in the work position or transport position. If
compressed, PTO shafts can cause damage to the machine and
tractor.

Observe the contour of the terrain

Pay even more attention when driving on an incline. Avoid inclines
on which the combination (tractor and machine) could slip or
overturn. There is an increased risk of tipping and injury in a
position at right angles to the direction of the slope.

Changes in the centre of gravity

When in work position, the machine's centre of gravity changes.
Pay even more attention when driving on an incline. Avoid inclines
on which the combination (tractor and machine) could slip or
overturn. There is an increased risk of tipping and injury in a
position at right angles to the direction of the slope.

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Operation

General

The following worksteps are described in this section:

• »Swathing«

• »Driving on headlands«

Suitable working speeds

Select a driving speed (approx. 4 to 12 km/h) at which the crop is
picked up cleanly and completely. The working speed depends on the
machine settings and the particular crop.

Swath width

The swath width depends on the working width, working speed, rotor
settings as well as crop condition.

53

Operation

Swathing

Requirements

No persons in the working area

Ensure that no persons are present in the slewing and working
area of the machine. Persons could be caught by the machine
within this area. This could result in fatal injury.

After setting the machine as described in chapter »Preparations on
the field« page 48, you can start swathing.

The machine is set correctly as follows:

• Swath former adjusted.

• Tine supports are attached and secured.

• Rotor securing device on the rotor released.

• Tractor's lower links are set to floating position.

• Machine in work position.

Start work as follows:

 Switch on the tractor.

 Open the ball valve.

 Check that there is nobody in the working area of the machine.

 Switch on the PTO shaft at a low engine speed.

 Slowly increase the speed. Do not exceed the maximum speed of

540 rpm.

 Select a driving speed at which the crop is picked up cleanly and

completely.

Start swathing at the edge of the field and at headlands to avoid sub­sequently driving over the crop.

The slip clutch of the machine may also respond at low speed if
resistance is increased due to excess crop or obstacles.

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Operation

Work position

Headland
position

Swath deposit

The following swath deposits are possible:

Single swath Swath turning

Double swath Multiple swath

Driving on headlands

The rotor can be raised for crossing swaths that have already been
harvested.

 Raise the machine to the headland position using the tractor's

single-acting hydraulic control device.

 Lower the machine again, in order to create a new swath.

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Cleaning and care

Cleaning and care

Safety

The following applies to all cleaning and care work:

Observe the safety information

Observe the safety information. Disregard for safety information
can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 6.

Secure the machine

• Before starting cleaning operations, always switch off the

tractor's PTO shaft drive and secure it against unintentional
restarting.

• Secure the machine against rolling away by using chocks.

• The machine must be standing on firm and level ground and, if

necessary, be supported during the work.

Unsecured or non-supported machines can cause accidents.

No persons in the working area

Ensure that no persons are present in the slewing and working
area of the machine. Persons could be caught by the machine
within this area. This could result in fatal injury.

Do not clean bearings or hydraulic parts with high-pressure
cleaners

Do not clean bearings or hydraulic parts with high-pressure
cleaners. The high-pressure cleaner removes the grease film from
the bare metal surfaces. Metal surfaces treated in this way can
corrode. After each cleaning procedure, lubricate the bearing
points and grease uncoated parts.

Clean the bearings and hydraulic parts with care

Exercise caution when cleaning with a high-pressure cleaner.
Bearings, seals and pipe unions are not waterproof. In order to
prevent damage to the machine, the bearings, seals and pipe
unions must not be exposed to direct contact with the high­pressure water jet.

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Cleaning and care

Cleaning

After cleaning

Care

 Lower the machine to the work position.

 After each use, clean the machine of any coarse dirt and crop

residue.

 Do not clean the bearings and piston rods of hydraulic cylinders

using a high-pressure cleaner.

 Lubricate all bearings after cleaning.

For a long service life, we recommend the following:

 Apply a protective layer of oil to all uncoated work tools. Only use

approved, biodegradable oil, e.g. rapeseed oil.

 Repair any paint damage.

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Parking and storage

Machine in park position

Parking and storage

Safety

General

When setting down and parking the machine, special safety
precautions have to be observed:

Observe the safety information

Observe the safety information. Disregard for safety information
can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 6.

Keep children away from the machine

Forbid children from playing on or around the machine. Select a
parking area to which no unauthorised persons have direct
access. Metal edges and machine work tools can cause serious
injury.

Make sure the machine is standing level

Before changing from the transport to the work position (and vice
versa), make sure the machine is standing level. The machine
could roll away, particularly on hillside locations. Damage to the
machine and serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result.

The machine must be uncoupled in the reverse order to that in which
it was coupled.

 Chapter »Folding the machine into the transport position« page 46.
 Chapter»Coupling the machine«, section »Coupling« page 13.

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Parking and storage

Transport holder

Parking stand

Uncoupling the machine

To uncouple the machine from the tractor, proceed as follows:

 Set the machine down on a firm, level surface and lower it to the

work position.

 Secure the tractor against rolling away, turn off the engine and re-

move the ignition key.

 Secure the machine against rolling away by using chocks.

 Pull off the PTO shaft and place it on the holder provided.

 Close the ball valve and release the hydraulic couplings.

 Place hydraulic couplings in storage pockets.

 Remove the tine supports.

 Disconnect the lighting connectors and place them in the storage

pockets.

 Fasten the height-adjustable parking stand to the drawbar, secure

it, and relieve the drawbar with the parking stand.

 Wind the electrical cables onto the hook.

 Unhitch the machine.

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Parking and storage

After the end of the season

After the end of the season and if the machine is to be stored for a long
period of time, perform the following work:

 Clean the machine thoroughly.

 Check all the screwed connections and tighten the bolts.

 Repair or replace any damaged components.

 Repair any paint damage.

 Lubricate the machine in accordance with the lubrication schedule.

 Check the tyre pressures.

 Replace missing warning signs and stickers.

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Maintenance

Maintenance

Safety

The following applies to all maintenance work:

Observe the safety information

Observe the safety information. Disregard for safety information
can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 6.

Requirements for maintenance work

Only perform the maintenance work if you have the required
expert knowledge and suitable tools. The absence of technical
knowledge or suitable tools can cause accidents and injuries.

Protect the machine against unintended starting

The following conditions must be observed for carrying out repairs
and maintenance work and rectifying malfunctions on the machine
when it is coupled:

• Switch off the tractor PTO shaft drive.

• Switch off the tractor engine.

• Remove the ignition key.

Serious accidents may be caused if the machine starts uninten­tionally.

Use OEM replacement parts

Many components have special properties that are essential for
the stability and correct operation of the machine. Only spare parts
and accessories supplied by the manufacturer have been tested
and approved. Other products may adversely affect the correct
operation of the machine and safety. The use of non-OEM
replacement parts renders the manufacturer's guarantee null and
void and frees the manufacturer from all liability.

Secure moving parts

Moving parts must be secured with lifting gear against sliding,
folding or swivelling. Otherwise, serious injury to persons or
damage to the machine may be caused as a result.

Disconnect electrical connections before performing welding
work

Disconnect all electrical connections from the tractor when
carrying out welding on the hitched machine. Otherwise, electrical
and hydraulic systems will be damaged as a result.

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Maintenance

Protective measures
when handling oils or
lubricants

Additives in oils and lubricants may have adverse effects on health. As
marking in accordance with the hazardous goods regulation is not
necessary, please always ensure the following:

Avoid skin contact

Avoid skin contact with these materials. Protect your skin by
means of protective skin cream or oil-resistant gloves. Contact
can result in skin damage.

Do not use oils for cleaning

Do not use oils or lubricants to clean your hands. Swarf and
abraded material in these materials can also result in injuries.

Change out of soiled clothing

Change out of clothing that is heavily soiled with oil as soon as
possible. Oils can be hazardous to your health.

• Used oil must be collected and disposed of.

• If the skin is damaged by oil or lubricant, seek medical advice

immediately.

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Maintenance

Front

Left

Right

Rear

Top

Bottom

Rotary direction right

General

Direction information

This information relates to general maintenance work. For all
maintenance work, the machine must be locked in the work position.
If the transport position is required for maintenance work, refer to the
relevant instructions for the work.

 Lower the machine to the work position.

 Secure the machine against rolling away by using chocks.

Direction information (right, left, front, rear) is given in relation to the
direction of travel. Rotary direction is defined as follows:

• Rotary direction right = clockwise.

• Rotary direction left = anticlockwise.

• Rotation about a vertical axis, viewed from top to bottom.

• Rotation about a horizontal axis, viewed at right angles to the

direction of travel, from left to right.

• The rotation of bolts and nuts, etc. is always viewed from the

operating side.

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Maintenance

Maintenance terms

Listed in this table are short explanations of the most important
maintenance terms.

Task Explanation

Greasing Apply grease to the slide surfaces using a brush.

Lubrication One or two presses of the grease gun, unless specified otherwise.

Oiling

Replacement

Inspection

Unless specified otherwise, use only plant-based oils, such as rapeseed oils.
The use of used oil will endanger your health and is also strictly prohibited.

Replace the appropriate part in accordance with the instruction in the
Maintenance chapter.

Check the tyre pressures, adjustment dimensions and seal tightness as
required, and replace any worn parts or seals.

The specifications relate to an average usage of the machine. If subjected to
Observe the maintenance
intervals

heavier duty (e.g. by contracting companies), select the maintenance

intervals to be shorter. Also, for extreme working conditions (for example

heavy dust creation), shorter maintenance intervals are possible.

Maintenance
intervals

After 5 hours of operation

Daily

After 20 hours of operation

After 50 hours of operation

After 250 hours of operation

Once per season

After heavy use

As required

In case of wear

Lubrication

Greasing

Inspection

Replacement

Cleaning

General

All bolts

• • • 65
Visual inspection •••
Bearing

• • 67
Hose connections ••
Air pressure

• • • • 69

Lighting equipment •••

Hydraulics

Hydraulic hoses every 6 years • 70
Hydraulic cylinders

• •
Hydraulic couplings ••

PTO shafts

Wide-angle joint •• • 67
PTO shaft guard

• • • 68
Profile section tube ••68

Gear box

Rotor gear ••69

Page

64

Screwed

Spring tines

90 Nm

20 Nm wheel nut
M12

connections

Maintenance

Tightening bolts

Special tightening
torques

All bolts must be retightened:

• After the first 5 hours of operation.

• According to the frequency of use.

• At least once a season.

Observe the special tightening torques for the following screwed con­nections:

• 90 Nm

• 20 Nm

spring tine.

Rotor chassis wheel nuts.

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Maintenance

Specification of strength class

Tightening torques
for screwed
connections

Use the correct screw and bolt tightening torque

Securely tighten screws, nuts and bolts to the specified torques.
Otherwise, damage to the machine and serious or fatal injury may
be caused as a result.

Note the strength class specification for screws, nuts and bolts. Refer
to the table for the corresponding tightening torque. Securely tighten
screws, nuts and bolts to the specified values, provided that no other
value is specified. The torque specifications refer to a dry coefficient
of friction (0.12).

8.8 10.9 12.9

M6 9.9 Nm (7.3 ft.lbs) 14 Nm (10.3 ft.lbs) 17 Nm (12.5 ft.lbs)

M8 24 Nm (17.7 ft.lbs) 34 Nm (25 ft.lbs) 41 Nm (30.3 ft.lbs)

M10 48 Nm (35.4 ft.lbs) 68 Nm (50.2 ft.lbs) 81 Nm (59.8 ft.lbs)

M12 85 Nm (62.7 ft.lbs) 120 Nm (88.6 ft.lbs) 145 Nm (104 ft.lbs)

M14 135 Nm (99.6 ft.lbs) 190 Nm (140 ft.lbs) 230 Nm (166 ft.lbs)

M16 210 Nm (155 ft.lbs) 290 Nm (214 ft.lbs) 350 Nm (258 ft.lbs)

M20 410 Nm (302 ft.lbs) 580 Nm (428 ft.lbs) 690 Nm (509 ft.lbs)

Tighten safety bolts and lock nuts to a 10% higher value.

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Lubrication points

11 x tine arm shaft end

2 x tandem axle

2 x drawbar cylinder

PTO shaft coupling

2 x gear box

2 x axle carrier

for grease

Maintenance

Working with a
grease gun

Before applying the grease gun

 Clean the lubricating nipples and

 Clean the grease gun attachment fitting.

Lubricate the bearings with one or two presses of the grease gun. If
you feel resistance at the second press, do not press a second time.
Too much grease will force the bearings apart. Dust and dirt can
penetrate into the bearings. This leads to premature wear.

Lubricate the places listed in the illustration as follows:

• after 50 hours of operation.

• before and after the season.

• each time after cleaning with a high-pressure cleaner.

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Maintenance

P

S

60 hrs

60 hrs

Lubricating the PTO shafts

The PTO shaft manufacturer's own operating manual is included with
each PTO shaft. This includes detailed information on the relevant
version of the PTO shaft.

Check the guard components

Check all guard components of the PTO shafts for wear or
damage (visual inspection). Replace any defective guard
components. An unguarded PTO shaft or damaged guard
components can cause very serious injuries during operation.

Lubricate the single joints and their couplings as follows:

• after 60 hours of operation.

• before and after the season.

• each time after cleaning with a high-pressure cleaner.

Grease the profile section tubes:

• after 60 hours of operation.

• before and after the season.

• each time after cleaning with a high-pressure cleaner.

Lubricate the guard as follows:

• after 60 hours of operation.

• before and after the season.

• each time after cleaning with a high-pressure cleaner.

PTO shaft for the
main drive

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Filling quantities

Inspection glass on the rotor

Tyres

Maintenance

Check the oil level with the machine horizontal only if there is visible
loss of oil. The oil level at the rotor gear is indicated by an inspection
glass.

 Check the oil level at the rotor using the inspection glass.

If there is a visible loss of oil, top up to the required volume.

Gear box Oil capacity [litres]

SAE 90 API-GL-4

Rotor gear 6.2

Do not drive with worn or damaged tyres

Replace worn or damaged tyres immediately. There is a high risk
of accident when driving on the road with such tyres.

Tyre pressure

Check the tyre pressures on a regular basis:

• daily.

• Before any road transport

• as required (for example before setting the tine height).

• before and after the season.

Tyre pressure [bar]

Rotor chassis 1.5

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Maintenance

Hydraulics

Hydraulic hoses

Hydraulic system at zero pressure

Work must only be performed on the hydraulic system if the tractor
and machine hydraulic system is at zero pressure. A pressurised
hydraulic system can trigger unpredictable movements of the
machine and can cause serious damage to the machine and
personal injury. Serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result.

Exercise caution when welding

Do not perform any welding work in the vicinity of the hydraulic
hoses. Hydraulic oil can catch fire very easily.

Clean hydraulic system

Close or disconnect the quick-release couplings with great care.
Remove any dirt or air which has entered the hydraulic system.
The hydraulic system may otherwise be seriously damaged.
Material damage or personal injury may be caused as a result.

Collect escaping oil

Escaping oil must be collected and disposed of in accordance with
national regulations. Otherwise, damage may be caused to the
environment.

Replace hydraulic hoses every six years

Hydraulic hoses age without showing externally visible signs.
Replace hydraulic hoses every six years. Defective hydraulic lines
can cause serious or fatal injuries.

 Lower the machine to the work position.

 Depressurise the system.

 Switch off the tractor.

 Remove the ignition key.

 Disconnect the hydraulic hoses.

 Replace hydraulic hoses.

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Additional equipment

Tine saver

Support wheel [+]

Lift link drawbar

Additional equipment

Optional accessories

Tine saver [+]

Support wheel [+]

You can purchase additional equipment through your dealer.

For a good swath deposit, both tine legs must run parallel to one
another. This must also be ensured after fitting the tine saver.

Proceed as follows:

 Fit one tine saver on each tine.

 Check the direction of rotation of the rotor. The nuts must be

attached against the rotor direction.

 Check the tine position. The tine legs must be parallel.

 If necessary, loosen the screwed connection until both tine legs run

parallel.

To ensure the machine offers even better contour guidance during
operation, the manufacturer can also supply an optional support
wheel. The support wheel can be fitted on the right or on the left.

Lift link drawbar [+]

When using the optional support wheel, ensure that a lift of at least
10 mm is guaranteed for the drawbar cylinder.

As a special accessory, there is a rotatable lift link drawbar for “cate­gory II”.

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Additional equipment

Warning sign kit

Lighting equipment set

Left-hand lighting equipment

Orange Red

Power adapter USA

Warning sign kit [+]

The optional warning sign kit increases safety when travelling on the
road.

Lighting equipment
set [+]

The optional lighting equipment set increases safety when travelling
on the road.

Illuminated warning
signs USA [+]

Power adapter
USA [+]

The optional kit increases safety when travelling on the road.

A specific power adapter is available for the USA.

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Spare wheel [+]

Spare wheel

Additional equipment

The optional spare wheel is mounted on the frame and can replace
any one of the running wheels.

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Fault elimination

Fault elimination

Faults

Problem Cause Solution

Rotor is leaving crop behind on
one side and is digging too deeply
into the ground on the other side.

Rotor is leaving crop behind across
the entire width.

Crop is heavily contaminated. Rotor tines set too low.

Faults can often be eliminated quickly and easily. Before contacting
Customer Service, refer to the table to check whether you can remedy
the fault yourself.

In case of a fault, proceed as follows:

 Immediately stop operation.

 Switch off the tractor PTO shaft drive.

 Switch off the tractor and secure it.

 The fault must be repaired before work can be resumed.

Otherwise, damage to the machine and serious or fatal injury may
be caused as a result.

Incorrect adjustment of rotor
pitch.

Working depth set too high.

 Chapter »Preparing for use«, section

»Rotor pitch«, page 39

 Chapter »Preparing for use«, section

»Rotor pitch«, page 39

 Chapter »Preparing for use«, section

»Rotor pitch«, page 39

 Chapter »Coupling the machine«,

section »Coupling the machine«,
page 30

Machine not operating cleanly at
high speed.

Rotor dragging crop along –
Unclean swath form

PTO shaft coupling responding
frequently.

Noise production during work

Machine rolls offset behind the
tractor when driving in a straight
line.

Rotor not working cleanly.

Rotor tines set too high.
Uneven terrain.

Speed too high to process crop
mass

Crop mass too large. Reduce speed.

Rotary speed too high. Reduce speed.

Crop mass too large or uneven. Reduce speed.

Rotor tines set too low.

Loose screwed connections or
worn-out tine supports.

Tine support bent

Steering/tracking incorrectly
adjusted or worn out.

Poor adaptation to the
contours of the land due to
severe rotor load relief

 Chapter »Preparing for use«, section

»Rotor pitch«, page 39

Reduce speed.

 Chapter »Preparing for use«, section

»Rotor pitch«, page 39

Check tine supports and screwed
connections on tines.

Contact dealer.

Please consult your dealer. You will find
assistance under »Circuit diagrams«,
page 75.

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Circuit diagrams

Drawbar cylinder

Chassis cylinder

Ball valve

Hydraulic system connection diagram

Circuit diagrams

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Circuit diagrams

1/L 2/54g 3/31 4/R 5/58R 6/54 7/58L

Yellow

White

Green

Brown

Red

Black

Right indicator

Right brake light

Right rear light

Right side light

Yellow

White

Red

Brown

Black

White

Left side light

White

Black

Black

Connectors and sockets

7-pin in accordance with ISO 1724

Left rear light

Left indicator

Left brake light

Earth

Connecting plug
7-pin in accordance with ISO 1724

Lighting equipment circuit diagram

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Decommissioning

Decommissioning

Environment

During decommissioning, the individual parts must be disposed of
properly and in an environmentally friendly manner. Please observe
the waste disposal guidelines that are currently in force.

Plastic parts

Plastic parts can be disposed of in normal household waste (residual
waste), depending on the laws specific to your country.

Metal parts

All metal parts can be sent for recycling.

Oil

In terms of waste legislation, environmentally-compatible hydraulic
oils must be stored, collected and disposed of separately in
accordance with regulations.

Rubber

Rubber parts, such as hoses or tyres, must be brought to a rubber
recycling centre.

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EC Declaration of Conformity

Type plate and CE marking

EC Declaration of Conformity

Conforms to
EC Directive





2006/42/EC

We

Kverneland Group Kerteminde AS
Taarupstrandvej 25
DK-5300 Kerteminde
Denmark

declare with sole responsibility that the product

Andex 424 T
9442 T
RA 1042 T
and its accessories

Model: 6598

Valid from machine number: 
VF65982451 –

to which this declaration relates, comply with the relevant basic health
and safety requirements of EC Directive 
2006/42/EC.

To demonstrate our compliance with the health and safety require­ments quoted in the EC Directive, we make reference to the following
standards:

• DIN EN ISO 12 100:2010

• DIN EN ISO 4254-1:2009 + AC:2010

• DIN EN ISO 4254-10:2009 + AC:2010

• DIN 11001-3:1998

Kverneland Group Kerteminde AS
Kerteminde, 11.06.2013

Uwe Kellermeier

EC authorised representative

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EC Declaration of Conformity

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Index

Index

A

Adjusting

Chassis
Rotor pitch
Working depth

Adjusting the drawbar cylinder

39

39

40

32

C

Care 57
Check list

Road transport
Checking the scope of delivery
Circuit diagram

Hydraulics

Lighting equipment
Cleaning
Connecting the electrics
Connecting the hydraulic couplings
Connecting the hydraulics
Coupling

Coupling to the lift link drawbar

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PTO shaft

46

26

75

76

34

37

37

34

31, 32

D

Declaration of Conformity 78
Designation of components
Direction information
Disposal

Metal parts

Plastic parts

77

77

21

63

Machine
PTO shafts

67

68

M

Machine

Putting away after the season
Uncoupling

Maintenance

Lubrication points
Maintenance intervals
Maintenance terms
Screwed connections

58

61

67

64

64

65

O

Oil

Filling quantities
Protective measures

Operation

52

69

62

P

Preparation for road transport

Transport position

Preparations on the field

Work position
Proper use
PTO shaft

Adapting the length

Attaching

Lubrication

20

34

68

43

48

48

69

60

E

EC Declaration of Conformity 78

F

Filling quantities 69
Fitting the tine supports

49

G

Guard bar

Folding out

50

H

Height-adjustable parking stand 32

L

Lubrication points 67

R

Range of application 20
Rip chain USA, Canada
Road transport

Tine supports in transport holder

42

30

45

S

Safety 6

Care and maintenance

Pictorial symbols

Road transport

Uncoupling
Single-wheel rake
Speed

47

Swath deposit
Swath former

Adjusting the direction of travel

Adjusting the height

14

17

20

55

18

8

51

51

80

T

Target group 4
Technical specifications

Dimensions in transport position
Dimensions in work position
Machine equipment
Tractor equipment
Weights

Tightening torques

Screwed connections
Spring tines

Wheel nuts
Tractors with quick-release couplings
Tractors without quick-release coupling
Tyres

Tyre pressure

24

65

65

69

25

24

66

69

22

23

30

31

Index

81