Summary of Contents for Rabe 230
- Page 1 Order-No. 9900.01.40GB01 Serial-No. Operating Instructions Flail Mower Chopper 230, 250, 280...
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Page 2: Key To Symbols
The manufacturer shall bear no liability if interim repairs have been carried out by the user without the consent of the RABE company, nor for any loss or damage resulting from the installation of items other than genuine original spare parts. - Page 3 If damage is due to insufficient maintenance • If interim repairs have been carried out by the user without the consent of the RABE company, and if loss or damage results from the installation of items other than genuine original spare parts •...
- Page 4 2. Technical data Fig. 1. Housing 5. Roller 2. Transmission 6. Three-point linkage 3. V-belt 7. Slide 4. Hook trestle - 3FS 8. Slide bars 2.1 Noise prevention The implement operates at a noise level of 70 – 90 dB. Noise is a particular hazard when the rear window of the tractor is open.
- Page 5 2.3 Technical specifications Table 1 Type Chopper Chopper Chopper Operating width Min. towing capacity 55-60 65-75 75-85 Power take-off shaft 540/1000 540/1000 540/1000 Y-blades Number 78 Bootee flails Number 26 Weight Lateral displacement Three-point linkage Cat. Width 2510 2670 3000 Length 1010 1010...
- Page 6 Hitch the implement up as instructed, and connect it only to the specified devices. Observe the maximum permitted axle loads of the tractor (see vehicle documentation). Keep to the limits regarding maximum external trailer dimensions (German StVZO traffic regulations or your local equivalent). Ensure that regulation towing equipment, such as lights, warning triangles and additional safety devices, is attached and in full working order.
- Page 7 Note that there is a danger of crushing and cutting injuries occurring in the area of the three-point linkage. DO NOT pass between the tractor and implement once the three-point linkage has been connected to the vehicle mounted controls. Always ensure, when the implement is raised for towing, that the tractor’s three-point linkage is adequately secured at the sides.
- Page 8 3.3 Operation from the power take-off shaft All power take-off shafts must be fitted with the regulation protection and safety devices specified by the manufacturer. The protective tube and cowling fitted to the drive shaft and the guard on the power take-off shaft must be correctly fitted and in full working order at both ends.
- Page 9 3.4 Hydraulic system Note that the hydraulic system operates at high pressure. Ensure that the hydraulic hoses are connected as specified before operating the hydraulic cylinders and motors. Release pressure at both the tractor and implement end before connecting the hoses to the tractor’s hydraulic system. The hydraulic function plugs and sockets used to connect the tractor and implement should be clearly marked to prevent incorrect connection.
- Page 10 3.5 General safety and accident prevention regulations You should normally disengage the drive mechanism and switch off the engine before carrying out maintenance, servicing or cleaning work of any kind, or before attempting repairs. Always remove the ignition key. Check all screws and nuts at regular intervals for correct tightness, and retighten as required.
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Page 11: Safety Devices
3.6 Safety devices Fig. 3 1. Drive shaft guard 4. Protective flaps 2. V-belt guard 5. Protective rubber skirt 3. Safety stickers 4. Description and function of the implement In the standard configuration, the rotor shaft is fitted with bootee flails (fig. 5) designed for heavy-duty operating conditions (stalks/trunks of up to 5 cm in diameter). - Page 12 Fig.6 5. Transport and attachment 5.1 Transporting and unloading The machine should be unloaded with great care, using lifting equipment designed to handle an object of its size and weight. Do not allow the implement to knock against neighbouring objects, and do not perform any other action that is likely to damage it.
- Page 13 Secure the lower arms of the tractor with stabilising struts or chains. The same procedure applies to FRONT END attachment. Once the machine has been attached, connect the hydraulic hoses to the tractor and check them for correct functioning. Attach the hook trestle in such a way that the implement is horizontal to the tractor.
- Page 14 Fig.8 : Length of the drive shaft with the implement lowered 1/3 cevi Fig.9: Length of the drive shaft with the implement in its horizontal position 5.4 Tractor stability Depending on the size of the tractor, the load on its front axle will be relieved to some degree or other as the implement is raised.
- Page 15 6. Adjustment settings 6.1 Adjustment of the cutting height The cutting height adjustment depends on the vegetable matter being handled. The cutting height is regulated by the tractor’s hydraulic system. Ensure that the implement is raised at least 1-3 cm off the ground (fig. 11), and that it runs on its roller.
- Page 16 6.3 V-belt tension Correct adjustment of the V-belt will ensure optimum operation of the implement and a long service life for the belt. See description of V-belt tension on page 28 of this manual. Fig. 14 Always disengage the power take-off shaft, switch off the engine and remove the ignition key before tensioning the V-belt.
- Page 17 7. Initial startup Examine the ground surface before starting up the machine. Fields in a fallow state may be strewn with stones, rocks, tree stumps, large branches and similar objects. Observe the drive shaft turning speed of the implement. The limit is 540 rpm; the ideal speed 1,000 rpm. Fig.
- Page 18 8. After work At the end of each shift, disengage the power take-off shaft and raise the implement into its transport position. The implement can now be towed away. Adapt your driving speed to the conditions of the towing route. Take the lateral overhang and swaying motion of the implement into account.
- Page 19 9. Caring for the implement Before carrying out cleaning, maintenance or repair work on the implement, ensure that it is uncoupled from the tractor. Park the implement on an even, firm, non-slip surface. The maintenance intervals indicated correspond to normal operating conditions.
- Page 20 9.2 Lubrication points Carefully read through the operating instructions before applying lubricant. Lubrication nipples on the implement: • Running roller bearing – left (fig. 20/2) • Running roller bearing – right (fig. 21/3) • Rotor shaft bearing – left (fig. 20/1) •...
- Page 21 9.3 V-belt tension If the drive belt shows signs of slackness, proceed as follows: Remove the V-belt guard Loosen the locknut (fig. 22/2), the bolt on the axle shaft flange (fig. 22/1) and the 4 bolts on the transmission mounting. Turn the straining screw to adjust the tension, then retighten the locknut.
- Page 22 9.4 Maintenance procedures 1. After two (2) hours of operation, you are recommended to: • Check the V-belt tension • Check the bolts on the V-belt pulley (see page 28). Repeat this procedure whenever you replace a V-belt. 2. You are recommended to check the following items after every eight (8) hours of operation: •...
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Page 23: Troubleshooting Guide
9.6 At the end of the season Rinse the implement down with water at the end of the season. You are recommended to give the implement a general clean, retighten all screws, bolts and screw-in items, apply grease to all lubrication points and apply anti-rust treatment.