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KUHN GF 5000 T Assembly And Operators Manual

KUHN GF 5000 T Assembly And Operators Manual

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ASSEMBLY / OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Gf 5000 T / M GYROTEDDER
PLEASE READ CAREFULLY
BEFORE USING THE MACHINE
N° 95210 A.GB - 10.1999

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  • Page 1 ASSEMBLY / OPERATOR'S MANUAL GF 5000 T / M GYROTEDDER PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE MACHINE N° 95210 A.GB - 10.1999...
  • Page 2 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.
  • Page 3 CONTENTS Page Safety Safety decals Technical specifications Assembly instructions Attachment : - to the tractor - PTO shaft Working position and adjustments Parking the machine Operating speed Transport position Lubrication Optional accessories Conditions of limited warranty - 1 -...
  • Page 4 DESIGNATED USE OF THE MACHINE The GF 5000 T / M Gyrotedder must only be used for the work for which it has been designed : spreading and turning straw and pre-mowed fodder. When fitted with a reduction gearbox, the machine can also be used for forming small night swath in order to reduce the amount of humidity getting into the crop over night.
  • Page 5 GENERAL SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS Before operating the machine, always ensure that tractor and machine are in accordance with work safety and road traffic regulations. BASIC PRINCIPLES 1. In addition to the recomendations given in this manual, legislation on work safety and accident prevention must also be respected.
  • Page 6 16. All operating controls (cords, cables, rods...) must be positioned so that they cannot be set off accidentally, risking accident or damage. 17. Before traveling on public roads, put the machine into its transport position as instructed in this operator’s manual.
  • Page 7 1. Use only the 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.
  • Page 8 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.
  • Page 9 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.
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  • Page 14 12 x 40) (fig. C). Tighten the screws (16 and 15) to a torque of 10 daNm / 75 ft/ lbs) (photo 7). Reflectors (6, 8) (GF 5000 M) or (19) (GF 5000 T) are to be fitted on supports (7, 21) using bolts (9) (M 5 x 35) or (20) (M 5 x 25) and self-locking nuts (5) (M 5), as shown on figure B.
  • Page 15 ATTACHMENT ATTACHMENT TRACTOR 1. GF 5000 M The GF 5000 M Gyrotedder can be fitted to all tractors equipped with a 3-point linkage. The lower link pins are 22 mm diameter and 28 mm diameter for tractors with Cat. 1 and 2 linkage. The lower link pins (O) should be attached to the tractor link arms (P) inside the 3-point frame for Cat.1 tractors and on the outside for Cat.
  • Page 16 2. GF 5000 T 5000 gyrotedder fitted to all types of tractors, preferably those with a pull bar. Attachment is facilitated when the machine is resting on its parking stand (A). Fold up parking stand (A) and lock in place with the clip (G) (photo 12).
  • Page 17 3) Never operate the PTO at too great an angle (30° maximum) These recommendations and adjustments must be respected to avoid damage or premature wear of the PTO. Never connect the PTO to the 1000 rpm (min ) tractor drive. To avoid accidents which could be serious, make sure that the guards are always correctly in place and secured with the safety chain (photos 10 and 12).
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  • Page 20 NOTE : Before moving the GF 5000 M when having been parked in the transport position, unlock the outer wheels to allow them to pivot. 2. GF 5000 T - Disconnect the tractor PTO shaft. - In order to fold the machine correctly, position the rotors horizontally using crank handle (M) (photo 22).
  • Page 21 T into its working position. Never engage the PTO shaft when the machine is in the transport position. Never transport the GF 5000 T at over 25 km/hr (16 mph). To avoid the tines puncturing the tyres of the inner rotors when the GF...
  • Page 22 (S) between bracket (K) and central gearbox (R) on the GF 5000 T (photo 28 A). - Fit the retaining ring (O.D. 35) delivered with the kit on the drive shaft from the central gearbox.
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  • Page 24 SOUND LEVELS Sound levels given out by : GF 5000 T / M Gyrotedder Sound levels have been measured in accordance with the measuring methods as defined in : HM Agricultural Inspectorate AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY NOISE Legislation and guidance on methods of testing...
  • Page 25 1. Normal maintenance such as greasing, maintenance of oil levels, minor adjustments, etc. 2. Transportation of any kind of any KUHN product to and from the place the warranty work is performed. 3. Dealer travel time to and from the machine or to deliver and return the machine from the workshop for repair.
  • Page 26 Company and have no right or authority to assume any obligation on their behalf, express implied, or to bind them in any way. KUHN S.A. reserves the right to incorporate any change in design in its products without obligation to make such changes on units previously manufactured.
  • Page 27 This machine complies with the safety requirements of the European machinery directive. The Operator should respect all Health and Safety regulations as well as the Highway Code. For your own safety, use only genuine KUHN spare parts. The manufacturer disclaims all responsibilities due to incorrect use or non-compliance with the...
  • Page 28 KUHN parts KUHN S.A. 4 Impasse des Fabriques F - 67706 SAVERNE CEDEX (FRANCE) Tél. : + 33 (0) 3 88 01 81 00 - Fax : + 33 (0) 3 88 01 81 03 www.kuhnsa.com - E-mail : info@kuhnsa.com...

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