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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Gyrotedder
KN097BGB A
- English - 11-2005

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL Gyrotedder KN097BGB A - English - 11-2005...

  • Page 3: Dear Owner

    Designated use of the machine The GF7001 T gyrotedder must only be used for the purpose for which it was manufactured: spreading and tedding previously cut forage or straw. It can also be used to form small windrows in order to limit the exposure of crop to dew at night.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Gyrotedder GF7001 T $CONTENTS Dear Owner........................1 Contents ......................... 2 Identification of the machine ..................4 Front view (transport position)....................... 4 Rear view (working position) ......................4 Model identification plate........................ 5 Optional equipments ........................5 Safety ..........................6 Description of symbols used in this document ................6 Safety instructions...........................
  • Page 5 Gyrotedder GF7001 T Instructions for work....................27 Putting the machine into work position ..................27 Adjustments in working position ....................29 Machine use ........................... 31 Optional equipments....................32 DUPLEX gearbox ........................... 32 Lighting and signalling ......................... 34 Tine arm deflectors........................34 Safety strap ............................ 34 Safety chain............................

  • Page 6: Identification Of The Machine

    Gyrotedder GF7001 T $IDENTIFICATION OF THE MACHINE 1. Front view (transport position) 2. Rear view (working position) Identification of the machine...

  • Page 7: Model Identification Plate

    Gyrotedder GF7001 T 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. GF7001 T Type: 4. Optional equipments Part no. 1126060: DUPLEX gearbox.

  • Page 8: Safety

    Gyrotedder GF7001 T $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 GF7001 T 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-protectors, etc.). Make sure that all operating controls (ropes, cables, rods, etc) are placed so that they cannot be set off accidentally, risking accident or damage.
  • Page 11 Gyrotedder GF7001 T 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 transports of oversize equipment.
  • Page 12 Gyrotedder GF7001 T 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 GF7001 T 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 GF7001 T 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 GF7001 T 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 element. Before engaging the pto drive, lower the rotors onto the ground.

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

    Gyrotedder GF7001 T 3. Location and description of safety decals on the machine Location of safety decals Safety...
  • Page 18 Gyrotedder GF7001 T Description of safety decals Operating instructions (1) The operator's 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...

  • Page 19: Road Safety Equipment And Recommendations

    Gyrotedder GF7001 T 4. Road safety equipment and recommendations Before transporting the machine on public roads, ensure that all legally required lightings and signallings are in place. See section: Optional equipments. Always keep to the legal speed limit for driving a tractor- machine assembly on public roads.

  • Page 20: Machine Specifications

    Gyrotedder GF7001 T $MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS 1. Description and glossary Drawbar Hitch pin Front parking stand Front guards Outer guards Guide rod handles Pitch angle adjustment handle Outer wings Central gearbox 10 : Drive shaft support 11 : Rotor rotation stop locks...

  • Page 21: Technical Specifications

    Gyrotedder GF7001 T 2. Technical specifications Attachment type Drawbar coupled to the tractor hitch bar Number of rotors Number of tine arms per rotor Working width (DIN11220) 6.90 m (22’8’’) Width in working position 7.30 m (23’11’’) Length in working position 2.30 m (7’7’’)

  • Page 22: Putting Into Service

    Gyrotedder GF7001 T $PUTTING INTO SERVICE 1. Description of control elements The machine is equipped with: - 1 handle to adjust the pitch angle (1). 2. Coupling and uncoupling Preparing the tractor The machine adapts to tractors fitted with a hitch bar.
  • Page 23 Gyrotedder GF7001 T Coupling the machine Couple machine to tractor and secure hitch pin.. Optional equipment: Fit check chain See section: Optional equipments Retract parking stand Front parking stand: Remove lynch pin. Position parking stand horizontally. Lock parking stand using lynch pin.
  • Page 24 Gyrotedder GF7001 T 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 540 min Separate the two half PTO shafts and connect them to the machine's input shaft and to the tractor PTO stub.
  • Page 25 Gyrotedder GF7001 T To avoid serious accidents, the PTO drive shaft guards must be properly in place and fixed with the chains provided. On the machine side, attach PTO shaft guard chain around the drawbar. Immediately replace any worn or damaged guard.

  • Page 26: Instructions For Transport

    Gyrotedder GF7001 T $INSTRUCTIONS FOR TRANSPORT Before placing the machine into transport position: - 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 27 Gyrotedder GF7001 T - Pivot foldable guards inwards. - Lock foldable guards using handles (5). Lock side rotor tine arms using rotor rotation locks (6) to prevent tines from piercing the tyres. The machine is in transport position. Never engage the tractor PTO drive when the machine is in transport position.

  • Page 28: Conformity With The Road Regulations

    Gyrotedder GF7001 T 2. Conformity with the road regulations Before driving the machine on public roads, ensure that the machine meets current highway code regulations. Never tow the machine at a speed exceeding 25 km/h (15.5 mph). Check that transport locks (1) are fully engaged.

  • Page 29: Instructions For Work

    Gyrotedder GF7001 T $INSTRUCTIONS FOR WORK Before placing the machine in working position: - Check that nobody is within the machine pivoting area. - If there is someone, make sure the person moves away. 1. Putting the machine into work...
  • Page 30 Gyrotedder GF7001 T - Position 1 tine arm of intermediate rotors (1) between 2 tine arms of central rotors (2). Check that "DIGIDRIVE" drive coupling pins (3) are positioned as shown in opposite drawing. - Pull guide rod handles (4) to unlock pivot pins.

  • Page 31: Adjustments In Working Position

    Gyrotedder GF7001 T 2. Adjustments in working position Before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, turn off ignition key and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Couple machine to tractor and secure hitch pin.. Pitch angle adjustment - Remove lynch pin to free manoeuvring lever (1) from its holder.
  • Page 32 Gyrotedder GF7001 T - Adjust pitch angle using adjustment crank so that the tines slightly brush the soil (5). The distance between front tines and soil is a very important factor with regards to the machine work quality and tine service life.

  • Page 33: Machine Use

    Gyrotedder GF7001 T 3. Machine use The machine can turn at 180° without loosing working width or time. The following drawing shows one way of using the machine. Groundspeed The following factors determine the forward speed: - The humidity level (This factor is particularly determining when wilting).

  • Page 34: Optional Equipments

    Gyrotedder GF7001 T $OPTIONAL EQUIPMENTS 1. DUPLEX gearbox Part no. 1126060 The DUPLEX gearbox enables forming night windrows by reducing the rotor rotation speed or maintaining the high rotation speeds necessary for tedding. Fitting - Fit guard on DUPLEX gearbox.
  • Page 35 Gyrotedder GF7001 T - Fit DUPLEX Gearbox (1) onto shaft (2). - Reinstall bolts and washers (1). • Tightening torque: 8.6 daN m (63 lbf ft). - Fit retaining ring (2) on central gearbox drive shaft. To tedd: - Connect PTO shaft to the central gearbox input shaft.

  • Page 36: Lighting And Signalling

    Gyrotedder GF7001 T 2. Lighting and signalling Part no. 1126120 The light and signalling kit provides increased safety during transport on public roads. 3. Tine arm deflectors Part no. 1126180 This equipment helps prevent hay from becoming trapped by the tine arms and rotor housings during work.

  • Page 37: Maintenance And Storage

    Gyrotedder GF7001 T $MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE 1. Frequency chart After the Every 10 Every 50 first 10 hours hours hours of use Maintenance Check: - Tightness of all bolts and nuts. Lubrication Oil: - Link rod pivot pins. - Rotor rotation locks.

  • Page 38: Lubrication

    Gyrotedder GF7001 T 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 39 Gyrotedder GF7001 T Moving parts and articulations Oil: Link rod pivot pins. Rotor wheel eccentrics. Wheel pivot pins. Rotor rotation locks. Grease: Pivot pins of wheel height adjustment levers. Wheel pivot pins. Pivot pins of intermediate gearboxes. The outer wing pivot pins.
  • Page 40 Gyrotedder GF7001 T The pitch angle adjustment handle and its pivot pin. The rotor hubs. Central gearbox The central gearbox is lubricated with 0.8 kg (1.76 lb) kg of SHELL multi-purpose grease grade NLGI2. Replace grease after having carried out repair work From the working position: - Remove 4 bolts (1).

  • Page 41: Maintenance

    Gyrotedder GF7001 T 3. Maintenance 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.
  • Page 42 Gyrotedder GF7001 T 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 43: Storage

    Gyrotedder GF7001 T 4. Storage At the end of each season: - Clean the machine thoroughly. - Fully grease the machine. - Check tyre pressure: • 2.0 bar (29 psi). - Make all necessary paint touching ups. - Check and replace worn or damaged tines.

  • Page 44: Limited Warranty

    Gyrotedder GF7001 T $LIMITED WARRANTY Limited warranty...
  • Page 45 Gyrotedder GF7001 T Limited warranty...

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