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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
KN072CGB B
Gyrotedder
KN072CGB B
- English - 12-2009

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL KN072CGB B Gyrotedder KN072CGB B - English - 12-2009...

  • Page 3: Dear Owner

    GF17002 $Dear Owner In buying a Kuhn machine you have chosen wisely. Into it have gone years of thought, research and improvement. 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.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Gyrotedder GF17002 $Contents Dear Owner ........................1 Contents .........................2 Identification of the machine..................4 Rear view (working position)......................4 Rear view (transport position)......................4 Model identification plate ........................5 Safety..........................6 Description of symbols used in this document................6 Safety instructions ...........................7 Location and description of safety decals on the machine ............15 Road safety equipment and recommendations................18...
  • Page 5 Gyrotedder GF17002 Instructions for work ....................39 Putting the machine into work position ..................39 Adjustments in working position....................41 Machine use............................ 43 Optional equipment ..................... 45 Intermediate PTO transmission shaft with constant velocity joint ........... 45 Deflector............................46 Ball hitch drawbar diameter 80 mm (3.1’’) ................... 47 Maintenance and storage....................

  • Page 6: Identification Of The Machine

    Gyrotedder GF17002 $Identification of the machine 1. Rear view (working position) 2. Rear view (transport position) Identification of the machine...

  • Page 7: Model Identification Plate

    Gyrotedder GF17002 3. Model identification plate Please write below the type and serial number of the machine. This information is to be indicated to the dealer for all spare parts orders. GF17002 Type: Serial no.: 4. Optional equipment Tick box corresponding to the equipment fitted on your machine: Kit no.

  • Page 8: Safety

    Gyrotedder GF17002 $Safety 1. Description of symbols used in this document This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided, could result in serious bodily injury. This symbol is used to identify special instructions or procedures which, if not followed strictly, could result in machinery damage.

  • Page 9: Safety Instructions

    Never let anyone operate the machine who is not trained to do so. Should you have any difficulties in understanding certain parts in this manual, please contact your KUHN dealer. Precautions to be taken before carrying out any operations on the machine...
  • Page 10 Gyrotedder GF17002 Precautions to take before using the machine Do not wear loose clothing which could become caught up in moving parts. Wear the appropriate protective clothing for the work in hand (gloves, shoes, goggles, helmet, ear defenders, etc.). Ensure that all operating controls (ropes, cables, rods, etc) are placed so as they cannot be operated unintentionally and cause damage or injury.
  • Page 11 Gyrotedder GF17002 Precautions when driving on public roads Dimensions Depending on the dimensions of the machine, contact the relevant authorities to ensure that it can be legally transported on public roads. If the machine is over the maximum legal size, follow the local regulations for special transportation of oversize equipment.
  • Page 12 Gyrotedder GF17002 Precautions when coupling Before attaching the machine, make sure that it cannot accidentally start moving (chock the wheels) and that the parking stand is in the right position. The machine must only be attached to the hitch points provided for this purpose.
  • Page 13 Gyrotedder GF17002 PTO shaft Use only PTO shafts supplied with the machine or recommended by the manufacturer. The protective shield of the tractor PTO stub, the PTO shaft guards and the protective covering of the machine input shaft must always be in place and in good condition.
  • Page 14 Gyrotedder GF17002 Precautions during manoeuvres When moving the machine from the transport position to the working position and vice versa, make sure that nobody is within the machine pivoting area. Remote controlled components Danger of crushing and shearing can exist when components are operated by hydraulic or pneumatic controls.
  • Page 15 For your own safety and for correct machine operation, only use original manufacturer parts. It is strongly recommended to have your machine checked by your Kuhn dealer after each season, especially tools and their attaching hardware (nuts, bolts, etc.). Projection of stones and foreign objects For driver safety, always use a tractor equipped with a cab.
  • Page 16 Gyrotedder GF17002 Precautions for machine use Before using the machine, check tools (tines) and their attachment hardware in accordance with the instructions of the present manual. Check the guards regularly. Immediately replace any damaged or missing elements. Before engaging the pto drive, lower the rotors onto the ground.

  • Page 17: Location And Description Of Safety Decals On The Machine

    Gyrotedder GF17002 3. Location and description of safety decals on the machine Location of safety decals Safety...
  • Page 18 Gyrotedder GF17002 Description of safety decals Operating instructions (1) The operators' manual contains all the information necessary for using the machine safely. It is imperative to read and comply with all instructions. Working on the machine (2) Before leaving tractor...
  • Page 19 Gyrotedder GF17002 Body crushing (5) Stay a safe distance from the machine. Crushing hazard. Coupling device (6) Never couple the machine to the multihole bar, there is a risk of tipping over. Couple the machine to the pull bar or eye bolt.

  • Page 20: Road Safety Equipment And Recommendations

    4. Road safety equipment and recommendations The road safety equipment is mounted in the factory or by your authorized Kuhn dealer according to current safety regulations. Always keep to the legal speed limit for driving a tractor-machine assembly on public roads.
  • Page 21 Gyrotedder GF17002 Tyre pressure - Transport wheels (1): 2.5 bar (37 psi). - Wheels (Central rotors) (3): 2.0 bar (29 psi). - Rotor wheels (2): 1.5 bar (22 psi). Specific requirements for Germany Speed Always keep legal speed limit 30 km/h (18.6 mph)

  • Page 22: Machine Specifications

    Gyrotedder GF17002 $Machine specifications 1. Description and glossary Drawbar Parking stand Pitch angle adjustment handle Spare wheel Wheel chocks Transport wheel Outer guard Outer wing folding cylinder Side gearbox 10 : Central gearbox 11 : Rotor wheels 12 : Tine...

  • Page 23: Technical Specifications

    Gyrotedder GF17002 2. Technical specifications GF17002 Drawbar coupled to the tractor pull bar or piton-type Attachment type coupling or 80 mm (3.1’’) diameter ball hitch drawbar Number of rotors Number of tine arms per rotor Working width (DIN11220) 17.20 m (56’5’’) Width in working position 17.70 m (58’)
  • Page 24 Gyrotedder GF17002 3. Required equipment Coupling the machine The country of destination determins the type of coupling device supplied with the machine. Kit no. 1126460: Configuration for Europe. Kit no. 1126450: Configuration for North America. Kit no. 1126470: Ball hitch drawbar diameter 80 mm (3.1’’).

  • Page 25: Sound Levels

    Gyrotedder GF17002 4. Sound levels Sound levels have been measured in accordance with the measuring methods as defined in: NF EN ISO 4254-1 «Agricultural machinery - Safety - Part 1: General requirements» Weighted equivalent continuous acoustic pressure level at the driver's seat (closed cabin) L (A) eq: Tractor only: 73.4 dB(A)

  • Page 26: Putting Into Service

    Gyrotedder GF17002 $Putting into service 1. Description of control elements The machine is equipped with: hydraulic hoses pressurizing machine transport/work position cylinder. - 1 handle to adjust the pitch angle. - A 7-pin electric plug for the electrical signalling equipment...

  • Page 27: Coupling And Uncoupling

    Gyrotedder GF17002 2. Coupling and uncoupling Description of coupling elements The machine is equipped with: - A 1’’3/8 - 6 spline wide angle pto shaft (1). - 2 hydraulic hoses (2). - A 7-pin electric plug for the electrical signalling equipment (3).
  • Page 28 Gyrotedder GF17002 Linkage adjustment Coupling to the pull bar: - Adjust drawbar so that measure X equals 9 mm (0.35’’). Coupling to the piton-type coupling: - Adjust drawbar so that measure X equals 309 mm (1’). - Remove the 3 nuts (1).
  • Page 29 Gyrotedder GF17002 - Couple machine to tractor and secure hitch pin. - Raise parking stand (1) using crank (2). - Remove pin (1). - Remove and place parking stand in its holder (2). - Lock parking stand using pin (1).
  • Page 30 Gyrotedder GF17002 Safety chain The machine is supplied with a ANSI/ASAE safety chain type with a minimum ultimate system strength of 45 kN (10100 lbf). The safety chain is intended to keep the machine under control in the event of a loss or failure of the hitch pin.
  • Page 31 Gyrotedder GF17002 Hydraulic connections The tractor must be fitted with a double acting hydraulic outlet. - Connect hydraulic hoses (1) and (2) to a double acting outlet. Electrical connection - Connect 7-pin plug to the tractor. Putting into service...
  • Page 32 Gyrotedder GF17002 Intermediate PTO shaft Make sure that the PTO shaft is correctly adjusted, to avoid premature wear and tear. The tractor PTO stub must rotate at a speed of 1000 min Separate the two half PTO shafts and connect them to the machine's input shaft and to the tractor PTO stub.
  • Page 33 Gyrotedder GF17002 To avoid serious accidents, the PTO drive shaft guards must be properly in place and fixed with the chains provided. Attach PTO shaft guard chain in hole (1) on machine side. Immediately replace any worn or damaged guard.
  • Page 34 Gyrotedder GF17002 Adjusting the machine Adjusting the frame lowering speed The machine adjustment must be made every time another tractor is used. When placing the machine in work position (See section: Putting the machine into work position) 8 wheels (1) must touch the ground approximately at the same time.
  • Page 35 Gyrotedder GF17002 If necessary, adjust frame lowering speed: - Rotate valve (1) clockwise to reduce frame lowering speed. - Rotate valve (1) counterclockwise to increase frame lowering speed. Putting into service...
  • Page 36 Gyrotedder GF17002 Uncoupling the machine Park the machine on an even fairly level ground. From the transport position: - Block machine with wheel chocks (1). - Remove pin (1). - Remove parking stand from its holder (2). - Position parking stand in its parking holder.
  • Page 37 Gyrotedder GF17002 - Shut-off hydraulic valve. - Disconnect and store hydraulic hoses on holder (1). - Disconnect and store 7-pin plug in its holder (1). - Unhook safety chain. - Remove hitch pin. - Move forward with the tractor. The machine is uncoupled.

  • Page 38: Instructions For Transport

    Gyrotedder GF17002 $Instructions for transport Before placing the machine into transport position: - Disengage tractor PTO. - Wait until the rotating parts have come to a complete stop. - Check that nobody is within the machine pivoting area. - If there is someone, make sure the person moves away.
  • Page 39 Gyrotedder GF17002 • All the sections fold along the frame (e). • The sections automatically lock (f). Depressurize the hydraulic circuit. The left and right sections fold symmetrically with regards to the main frame. In the opposite case, operate the hydraulic valve for opening/closing all the sections in the opening position.

  • Page 40: Conformity With The Road Regulations

    Gyrotedder GF17002 2. Conformity with the road regulations Before driving the machine on public roads, ensure that the machine complies with current highway code regulations. Specific requirements for Germany: - Never tow the machine at a speed exceeding 30 km/h (18.6 mph).

  • Page 41: Instructions For Work

    Gyrotedder GF17002 $Instructions for work Before placing the machine in working position: - Check that nobody is within the machine pivoting area. - Wait until the rotating parts have come to a complete stop. - If there is someone, make sure the person moves away.
  • Page 42 Gyrotedder GF17002 - Activate the transport/work cylinder control valve in the "pivot into transport" position. - Depressurize the hydraulic circuit. - Activate the transport/work cylinder control valve in the lower in work position. • The machine unlocks automatically (a). • All the elements unfold (b).

  • Page 43: Adjustments In Working Position

    Gyrotedder GF17002 2. Adjustments in working position Before carrying out any maintenance or repairs on the machine, switch off the tractor engine, remove ignition key, wait until all moving parts have come to a standstill and apply park brake. Pitch angle adjustment Adjust to maximum pitch angle in large crop quantities.
  • Page 44 Gyrotedder GF17002 - Adjust pitch angle using adjustment crank so that the tines slightly brush the soil (D). The distance between tines and soil is a very important factor with regards to the machine work quality and tine service life.

  • Page 45: Machine Use

    Gyrotedder GF17002 3. Machine use Never raise the machine wings when the rotors are blocked by forage. First remove the forage that stops the rotor rotation. Groundspeed The following factors determine the forward speed: - The humidity level. (This factor is particularly determining when wilting).
  • Page 46 Gyrotedder GF17002 The machine can turn at 180° without loosing working width or time. Instructions for work...

  • Page 47: Optional Equipment

    Gyrotedder GF17002 $Optional equipment 1. Intermediate PTO transmission shaft with constant velocity joint Kit no. 4800405 1"3/8 - 21 spline pto shaft. Before using this equipment, read manual supplied with the PTO. Lubrication - Every 8 hours: • U-joints (1).

  • Page 48: Deflector

    Gyrotedder GF17002 2. Deflector Kit no. 1126500. Adjustment The deflector must be parallel to the ground and positioned at a distance D of 50 mm (1.9’) with regards to the ground. We recommend to set the deflector in the maximum forward position.

  • Page 49: Ball Hitch Drawbar Diameter 80 Mm (3.1'')

    Gyrotedder GF17002 3. Ball hitch drawbar diameter 80 mm (3.1’’) Kit no. 1126470 Coupling the machine - Couple the machine to the tractor. - Pivot lock (2). - Insert and lock pin (1). - Raise parking stand (1) using crank (2).
  • Page 50 Gyrotedder GF17002 Safety chain The machine is supplied with a ANSI/ASAE safety chain type with a minimum ultimate system strength of 45 kN (10100 lbf). The safety chain is intended to keep the machine under control in the event of a loss or failure of the hitch pin.
  • Page 51 Gyrotedder GF17002 - Remove pin (1). - Remove parking stand from its holder (2). - Position parking stand in its parking holder. - Insert pin (1). - Adjust parking stand height using crank handle. - Unfold pto shaft support (1).
  • Page 52 Gyrotedder GF17002 - Unhook safety chain. - Unlock and remove pin (1). - Pivot lock (2). - Raise parking stand (1) using crank (2). - Move forward with the tractor. The machine is uncoupled. Grease - Every 50 hours. Optional equipment...

  • Page 53: Maintenance And Storage

    Gyrotedder GF17002 $Maintenance and storage Before carrying out any maintenance or repairs on the machine, switch off the tractor engine, remove ignition key, wait until all moving parts have come to a standstill and apply park brake. 1. Frequency chart...

  • Page 54: Lubrication

    Gyrotedder GF17002 2. Lubrication Before carrying out any maintenance or repairs on the machine, switch off the tractor engine, remove ignition key, wait until all moving parts have come to a standstill and apply park brake. The pictorials show the points to be greased (Part no.
  • Page 55 Gyrotedder GF17002 PTO shafts Never disconnect side pto shafts without having marked their position. - Every 8 hours: • U-joints (1). • constant velocity joint (4). - Every 20 hours: • transmission tube (2). - Every 40 hours: • guide rings (3).
  • Page 56 Gyrotedder GF17002 - Every 8 hours: • U-joints (1). - Every 20 hours: • transmission tube (2). - Every 40 hours: • guide rings (3). Maintenance and storage...
  • Page 57 Gyrotedder GF17002 Central gearbox draining Before draining oil, operate the machine for a few minutes so that the oil warms up. The main gearbox is lubricated with 1 L (0.26 US gal) of SHELL SPIRAX A extreme-pressure gear oil with viscosity grade 80W90 and API grade GL5.
  • Page 58 Gyrotedder GF17002 Grease - The outer wing pivot pins (1). - The pivot points. (2) Maintenance and storage...
  • Page 59 Gyrotedder GF17002 - The "DIGIDRIVE" coupling fingers. Maintenance and storage...
  • Page 60 Gyrotedder GF17002 Oil with SHELL SAE 90 gear oil. - Cylinder pivot points (1). - Pitch angle adjustment pivot points (2). - Pivot points. Maintenance and storage...

  • Page 61: Maintenance

    Gyrotedder GF17002 3. Maintenance Side gearboxes The side gearboxes are lubricated for life and do not require regular maintenance. Each gearbox is lubricated with 0.8 kg (1.8 lb) of SHELL ALVANIA WRO semi-fluid grease with viscosity grade NLGI 0. Checking the fixing elements - Check transport wheel nuts (1) for tightness: •...
  • Page 62 Gyrotedder GF17002 Check transport locks After a few hours work, check locking pin (1) is in line with latch (2) and oblong hole (3), adjust if necessary. Adjustment - Loosen nut (1). • Loosen nut (2) to reduce length L.
  • Page 63 Gyrotedder GF17002 Replacing a tine Before leaving tractor before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, disengage the PTO drive, turn off the engine, remove ignition key and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop and apply park brake.
  • Page 64 Gyrotedder GF17002 From the working position: - Remove attachment screw (1). Respect mounting instructions so that the crop's pressure (a) closes the coils. - Replace tine. Check attachment bolt, washer and nut. Replace if necessary. - Reassemble the unit. Check that the tine is properly embedded in the tine arm.

  • Page 65: Storage

    Gyrotedder GF17002 Tyre pressure - Transport wheels (1): 2.5 bar (37 psi). - Wheels (Central rotors) (3): 2.0 bar (29 psi). - Rotor wheels (2): 1.5 bar (22 psi). 4. Storage At the end of each season: - Clean the machine thoroughly.

  • Page 66: Limited Warranty

    Gyrotedder GF17002 $Limited warranty Limited warranty...
  • Page 67 Gyrotedder GF17002 Limited warranty...

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