KUHN FC 202 R, FC 202 Operators Manual
ASSEMBLY / OPERATOR'S
MANUAL
FC 202 - FC 202 R
N° 95101 A.GB - 06.1999
DEAR OWNER,
In buying a KUHN machine you have chosen wisely. Into it have gone years of thought,
research and improvements. You will find, as have thousands of owners all over the world, that
you have the best that engineering skill and actual field testing can produce. You have
purchased a dependable machine, but only by proper care and operation can you expect to
receive the performance and long service built into it.
This manual contains all the necessary information for you to receive full efficiency from your
machine. The performance you get from this machine is largely dependant upon how well you
read and understand this manual and apply this knowledge. Please DO NOT ASSUME THAT
YOU KNOW HOW TO OPERATE AND MAINTAIN YOUR MACHINE before reading this
manual carefully. KEEP THIS MANUAL AVAILABLE FOR REFERENCE.
Your KUHN dealer will instruct you on the general operation of your machine. He is interested
that you get the best performance possible and will be glad to answer any special questions
that may arise regarding the operation of the KUHN machine.
Your KUHN dealer can offer a complete line of genuine KUHN service parts.
These parts are manufactured and carefully inspected in the same factory that builds the
machine to assure high quality and accurate fitting of any necessary replacements.
When ordering service parts it is important that you indicate the type of machine concerned
and its serial number.
For this reason please complete the model identification plate diagram below with the required
information. This will provide you with an easy reference for future service parts orders.
ABOUT IMPROVEMENTS
KUHN is continually striving to improve its products and, therefore, reserves the right to make
improvements or changes when it becomes practical to do so, without incurring any
obligations to make changes or additions to the equipment sold previously.
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CONTENTS
SAFETY 2
SAFETY DECALS 8
INTRODUCTION 10
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 11
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 12
ATTACHMENT TO THE TRACTOR 15
PTO SHAFT 16
WORKING POSITION AND ADJUSTMENTS 17
TRANSPORT AND PARKING POSITION 21
OPERATION 22
MAINTENANCE 23
CONDITIONING : - FC 202 24
- FC 202 R 26
SECURING DISCS AND KNIVES 27
INSPECTION OF KNIVES AND SECURING ELEMENTS 28
LUBRICATION 30
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 32
STORAGE 34
TROUBLE SHOOTING 35
LIMITED WARRANTY 37
Copyright 1999 KUHN S.A.
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SAFETY
The symbol above is used throughout this manual every time recommendations are made concerning your safety,
the safety of others, or the good operation of the machine.
These recommendations must be made known to all machine operators.
DESIGNATED USE OF THE MACHINE
FC 20 2 - F C 2 02 R M o wer C o nditioners must only be used for the work which they have been designed
: mowing on the ground of hay fields, grass silage fields and improved pastures for the purpose of harvesting fodder
for feeding livestock.
The manufacturer is not held liable for any damage resulting from machine applications other than those specified
by the manufacturer.
Any use other than the designated operation is at the risk and responsibility of the operator.
Designated use of the machine also means :
- following operation, maintenance and repair recommendations given by the manufacturer ;
- using only genuine spare parts, equipment and accessories as designated by the manufacturer.
FC 202 - FC 202 R Mower Conditioners must only be operated, maintained and repaired by competent persons
who are familiar with machine specifications and operation and are aware of any danger involved.
The operator must imperatively respect current legislation concerning :
- accident prevention,
- work safety,
- public traffic circulation.
All safety advice indicated on the machine must be strictly observed.
The manufacturer is not held liable for any damage resulting from machine modifications carried out by the operator
himself or by a third party without previous written agreement from the manufacturer.
GENERAL SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
Before operating the machine, always ensure that tractor and machine are in accordance with work safety and road
traffic regulations.
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BASIC PRINCIPLES
1. In addition to the recommendations given in this manual, legislation on work safety and accident prevention must
also be respected.
2. Advice is indicated on the machine, specifying safety recommendations in order to prevent accidents.
3. Before travelling on public roads, the operator must ensure that the machine conforms to road traffic regulations.
4. Before starting work, the operator must be familiar with all machine controls, handling devices and their
functions. Once at work, it is too late to do so !
5. Do not wear loose clothing which could become caught up in moving elements.
6. Use a tractor equipped with a safety cab. Keep windows and roof hatch closed for reduced sound level while
operating the PTO driven implement.
7. Before starting up the machine and beginning work, check the surrounding area (beware of children !). Make
sure there is sufficient visibility. Keep all people and animals away from the danger zone of the machine (risk
of projection!)
8. Carrying people or animals on the machine when working or in transport is strictly forbidden.
9. Machine must only be attached to tractor using means provided and in accordance with current safety
standards.
10. When attaching or removing the machine, place the parking stand into the corresponding position.
11. Special care should be taken when attaching or removing the machine from the tractor.
12. Before attaching the machine, make sure that the maximum permitted front axle weight and gross weight of
the combination are not exceeded.
13. Do not surpass the maximum permitted length and width authorized by road traffic regulations.
14. Before transporting the machine on public roads, ensure that all legally required guards and indicators (lights,
reflectors ...) are in place and in good operation.
15. All operating controls (cords, cables, rods ...) must be positioned so that they cannot be set off accidently,
risking accident or damage.
16. Before transport on public roads, locate the machine into its transport position as instructed in this operators
manual.
17. Never leave the tractor seat while the machine is operating.
18. Drive speed must be adapted to ground conditions as well as roads and paths.
Always avoid abrupt changes of direction.
19. Precision steering, tractor adherence, road holding and efficient braking are influenced by the type of implement,
weight, ballast of front axle, ground or road conditions. It is therefore of utmost importance to be cautious in
every given situation.
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20. Be particularly cautious when turning corners, paying attention to machine overhang, length, height and weight.
21. Before operating the machine, ensure that all safety guards are firmly in place and in good condition. If worn
or damaged, replace immediately.
22. Before operating the machine, check tightness of nuts and bolts, particularly on tool fixing elements (blades,
tines, knives, spades ...). Retighten if necessary.
23. Keep clear of the machine operating area.
24. WARNING ! Danger of crushing and shearing can exist when components are operated by hydraulic or
pneumatic controls.
25. Before leaving the tractor or before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, turn off the engine, remove
ignition key and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop.
26. Do not stand between the tractor and the machine unless the hand brake is tight and/or stops have been placed
under the wheels.
27. Before any adjustments, maintenance or repairs are carried out, ensure that the machine cannot be started
up accidentally.
ATTACHMENT
1. When attaching or removing the machine from the tractor, position hydraulic lift control lever in such a way that
it cannot be set off accidentally.
2. WARNING ! Danger of crushing and shearing can exist in the lifting zone of the 3-point linkage !
3. Do not stand between the tractor and the machine when operating the outer control lever of the lift mechanism.
4. In transport, the machine lift mechanism should be stabilized by tractor tie rods to avoid floatation and side
shifting.
5. When transporting the machine in the raised position, lock the lift control lever in place.
POWER TAKE-OFF
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1. Only use PTO shaft supplied with the machine or recommended by the manufacturer.
2. PTO guards must always be in place and in good condition.
3. Check for correct PTO overlap when at work and in transport.
4. Before attaching or removing the PTO shaft, disengage PTO shaft, turn off engine and remove ignition key.
5. If a primary PTO shaft is equipped with a slip clutch or a free wheel, these must be fitted on the machine PTO.
6. Ensure that PTO shaft is always correctly fitted and locked into place.
7. Make sure guards are correctly in place and secured with the safety chains provided.
8. Before engaging PTO, ensure that PTO speed (rotational frequency) and direction of rotation are in accordance
with manufacturer's recommendations.
9. Before engaging PTO, keep all people and animals clear from the machine.
10. Never engage PTO shaft when tractor motor is turned off.
11. Never surpass PTO angle recommended by the manufacturer.
12. WARNING ! Rotating elements can continue turning momentarily after PTO is disengaged. Keep clear until all
rotating elements are at a standstill.
13. When removing the machine, locate PTO shaft on the supports provided.
14. Fit safety cap on tractor PTO.
15. Replace any worn or damaged PTO guards immediately.
Rotation speed ... rpm (American Measure) is also expressed in metric measure : Rotational frequency ... min
- 1
. Both
units are equivalent, for example : Rotation speed 540 rpm equals Rotational frequency 540 min-1.
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MAINTENANCE
1. Before checking any machine malfunction and before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, disengage
PTO, turn off engine and remove ignition key.
2. Check tightness of nuts and bolts regularly. Retighten if necessary.
3. If the machine is raised, prop it up in a stable position before carrying out any maintenance work.
4. When replacing a working part, wear protection gloves and only use standardized tools.
5. It is forbidden to discard any oil, grease or filters. These must be given to waste disposal organisations to protect
the environment.
6. Disconnect power source before any work is done on the electric system.
7. Check safety guards regularly, particularly those that are subject to wear. Replace immediately if damaged.
8. Spare parts used must be in accordance with specifications and standards as defined by the manufacturer. Use
only genuine KUHN parts !
9. Before any electric welding is carried out on tractor or attached machine, disconnect generator and battery
terminals.
10.Repairs on elements under pressure or tension (springs, accumulators etc.) must only be carried out by
competent persons with standardized equipment.
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SPECIAL SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Use a tractor equipped with an enclosed cab with windows made of safety glass and kept closed. It is
recommended to fit polycarbonate screens inside the tractor safety cab's side and rear windows or to install
mesh guards on the exterior of them.
2. Stay a safe distance away from the mower conditioner when discs are rotating.
3. For safe machine operation, it is imperative that cutting tools be fitted in accordance with the manufacturers
recommendations. Use only the tool outfit supplied with the machine.
4. Each time before using the mower conditioner, inspect condition of cutting elements (knives, discs). Replace
any missing, worn or damaged cutting elements immediately. Use only genuine KUHN spare parts.
5. To avoid creating dangerous out of balance forces, always replace missing, damaged or worn knives in pairs.
6. When replacing knives or discs, systematically inspect their securing elements as per the manufacturers
recommendations.
7. Regularly inspect the disc mowers protection cover. Worn or damaged protection covers must be replaced
immediately.
8. Protection devices (such as guards, shields etc.) are intended to prevent stones, rocks or other foreign objects
from being projected. They also prevent access to the machines danger zones. Therefore, it is imperative that
protection devices are put in place and properly secured each time before using the machine.
9. Crushing and shearing zones which could cause serious bodily injury when changing the machine from
transport to work position and vice versa may exist. To prevent possible injury, be extra careful when
maneuvering and ensure that everyone is at a safe distance away from the machine.
10. PTO drive to the mower conditioner must never be engaged unless the cutterbar skid shoes are in contact with
the ground and the protective cover is folded down.
11. Ground of the pastures to be mown must be free of foreign objects.
12. Even when the machine is used in accordance with it purpose, objects may be projected. It is therefore
imperative that everyone be kept away from the danger zone, that extra care be taken and that extra precaution
(such as safety indicators) be taken when mowing pastures alongside roads or near public areas (parks,
schools etc.).
13. Never mow in reverse.
14. When disengaging the PTO drive, moving parts continue to rotate for some time. Wait for all moving parts to
come to a complete stop before approaching the machine.
15. If an obstruction is hit, stop the tractor immediately, disengage PTO drive, turn off engine, remove ignition key
and wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop.
Check the entire machine for any damage before resuming work.
16. It is strongly recommended to have your machine checked by your dealer after each season, especially blades
and discs and their fixing devices (nuts, bolts etc.).
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SAFETY DECALS
THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PICTORIALS HAVE BEEN PLACED ON YOUR MACHINE IN THE AREAS
INDICATED. THEY ARE INTENDED FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY AND FOR THE SAFETY OF THE
PEOPLE WORKING WITH YOU. THE TEXT SHOWN ON THEM GIVES THEIR PRECISE MEANING.
KEEP THE PICTORIALS LEGIBLE. IF THEY ARE NOT, REPLACE THEM.
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The KUHN Mower Conditioner fitted with conditioning rotor complete with free swinging
fingers and adjustable comb has been specially designed for natural grasses but also
gives excellent results when mowing and conditioning grass and clover mixed crops.
KUHN Mower Conditioners fitted with roller conditioners are particularly suitable
for working in lucerne / alfalfa and clover crops.
The instability of the weather makes the preparation of good hay precarious.
Consequently we have designed the KUHN Mower Conditioner to speed the drying cycle
by some 50 % on natural grasses with the subsequent added advantage of reducing to
a minimum the risk period during which the hay is exposed to the vagaries of the
weather.
Making hay by conventional methods needs 3 to 5 days after mowing ; the Kuhn Mower
Conditioner in reasonable weather will reduce the moisture content to 20% in 1 1/
2 to 2 days or it will prepare wilted grass for silage reducing the moisture content
to 60% in 4 to 5 hours.
To obtain the very best hay quality from your crop, you should, after using the Mower
Conditioner, leave the grass for 1 to 2 hours and then use a tedder on it twice.
For example, if cutting took place at 6 or 7.30 am, then it should be tedded at 9.00
am and again at 11.00 am. If this practice is followed, with good weather, the crop
can very often be baled the same evening and the hay will retain the maximum food
value.
Never wait too long before tedding, otherwise the outer layer of hay becomes too dry
with increased losses and the total drying time will be delayed.
Acceleration of the drying process.
INTRODUCTION
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FC 202 FC 202 R
Attachment 3-point cat. 2
Power requirement (at PTO). As from 55 hp (40 kW)
Transport position Pivoted to the rear in line with the tractor
- overall width 4’11" (1500 mm)
- overall length 8' 3" (2500 mm)
Working position To the rear right-hand side of the tractor
- overall width 10' 6" (3200 mm)
Cutting system 4 discs
- cutting width 6' 7" (2000 mm)
- work rate 3.7 to 5 acres/hr (1.5 to 2 hectares/hr)
Rotation of discs 2600 rpm
(min-1)
Conditioning system Rotor with free swinging 2 conditioning rollers
fingers,reversible and which exert contact
adjustable conditioning pressure on the crop
comb
Width of conditioning rotor 1250 mm (4’1") 1225 mm (4')
(finger type or roller type
conditioner)
Speed
(rotational frequency)
of 1000 rpm
(min-1)
810 rpm
(min-1)
the conditioning rotor (FC
finger type or roller type
conditioner)
PTO speed
(rotational frequency)
540 rpm
(min-1)
Swath adjustment 2 swath screens and 1 adjustable rear shield
Swath width 700 - 1300 mm (2’3" - 4’3")
Weight with PTO shaft 745 kg (1639 lbs) 804 kg (1769 lbs)
Primary PTO shaft with free wheel (overrun clutch)
Optional extra - Rigidified blades
- Signalling elements
- Additional suspension spring
(only for FC 202 R)
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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To facilitate transportation, a certain number of parts are not fitted to the
machine.
To fit these, proceed as follows :
Assembly of guards (photos 1 and 2)
- Mount bar (A) to tube (B) and the
support arm (C) to drive tube (D).
- Secure the outer support (E) to bar (A)
and the inner support (F) to the support
arm (C) and guard (X).
- Mount the tie rod (G) to outer support
(E) and tube (B) as shown in photo 1.
V = screw M12x25 + washer + nut M12
W = screw M12x25 + washer
- Fit the front guard (H) and side guard
(I) using 5 special screws M10 x 25 +
washer 11 x 24 x 2, + self-locking nut
M10 as shown in photos 1 and 2.
Assembly of safety covers (photos 3 and
3A)
Unroll cover (K) and secure to the guard
tubes using straps (L) (photo 3).
Fit cord (Y). To do this, attach one end
of cord to the end of sliding lock (B)
(photo 4), thread through the eyelets
and attach handle (A) to the other end
(thread the cord through the handle and
tie a knot (photo 3).
Next attach safety covers together using
strap (E) (see photo 27 and fig. 28 on
page 18) and hook tensioner (D) on both
side shields as shown in photo 3A.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
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