Operation In The Field; General Considerations; Swathing Before Chopping - Kongskilde FCT 1260 Operator's Manual

6. OPERATION IN THE FIELD

6. OPERATION IN THE FIELD

GENERAL CONSIDERATIONS

Adjust the machine to the maximum cutting length acceptable for the crop
concerned. This will reduce the stress in the feed intake section and the transmission
and increase the possibility of the machine operating continuously without blockages.
Be aware that setting the cutting length too short increases the power consumption
and also the wear on the blades per volume of crop cut.
Always use sharp blades and a correctly adjusted shearbar.
Under difficult conditions we recommend you to carry spare friction discs for the slip
clutch on the auger because these wear each time the clutch is activated. After a
certain period, the power that can be transmitted is reduced to such an extent that
the capacity of the machine is reduced and the friction discs must be replaced. When
replacing discs, remember that they must be of the same quantity and quality so that
the desired torque can be applied. This also helps to maximise life.

SWATHING BEFORE CHOPPING

If it is possible to influence the swath prior to chopping, it is important to emphasise
that regular and even swaths are optimal for the subsequent chopping and will spare
the operator considerable effort.
The machine is equipped with a wide pick-up and, if you want to utilise the capacity
of the machine through double swathing, it is a good idea to place two swaths beside
each other within the width of the pick-up, instead of raking the swaths. Raked
swaths are often irregular and the crop can become entangled, which can cause
blockages in the auger and/or feed intake section.
Two swaths beside each other are therefore ideal for a regular flow of crop through
the machine.
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