Kemper 460 Operator's Manual

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Rotary Harvesting Unit
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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
460 Rotary Harvesting Unit
OMKM99164 ISSUE E9
CALIFORNIA
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European Edition
PRINTED IN GERMANY
460
(ENGLISH)
Kemper

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  • Page 1 Rotary Harvesting Unit OPERATOR’S MANUAL 460 Rotary Harvesting Unit OMKM99164 ISSUE E9 (ENGLISH) CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and other reproductive harm.
  • Page 2 Your KEMPER dealer also needs these numbers when This manual and the safety signs on your machine may you order parts. File the identification numbers in a secure also be available in other languages (see your KEMPER place off the engine or machine. dealer to order).
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Page Page Loading with a Crane..........15­2 Predelivery Inspection Predelivery Checklist ........CLIST­1 Prepare the Rotary Harvesting Unit Delivery Checklist .........CLIST­1 Unpacking............20­1 After­Sale Checklist ........CLIST­2 Remove Tensioner Strap ........20­1 Removing the Transport Pallet ......20­1 Identification View Align Drive Case (Rotary Harvesting Identification View..........00­1 Units for NEW HOLLAND Forage Harvesters Only) ..........20­2...
  • Page 4 Start of New Season...........70­1 Forage Harvester ...........45­6 Length of Cut and Drum Speeds with Specifications CLAAS Forage Harvester 860­880 460 Rotary Harvesting Unit ........75­1 (Type 491) ............45­7 Declaration of Conformity ........75­1 Length of Cut and Drum Speeds with EU Declaration of Conformity ......75­2 CLAAS Forage Harvester 830­900...
  • Page 5: Predelivery Inspection

    Predelivery Inspection Predelivery Checklist After the 460 rotary harvesting unit has been completely □ Shipping bracket removed (see also “Haulage” section). assembled, inspect it to be sure it is in good running order before delivering it to the customer. Check off each item □...
  • Page 6: After­sale Checklist

    Predelivery Inspection After­Sale Checklist The following items should be checked on the new rotary □ If possible, run the rotary harvesting unit to see if it is harvesting unit at the start of the harvesting season. functioning properly. □ All screws and nuts have been tightened to specified □...
  • Page 7: Identification View

    Identification View Identification View KM00321,000016A ­19­14MAY09­1/1 00­1 070909 PN=7...
  • Page 8: Safety

    Replacement safety signs are available from your KEMPER dealer. Before you start working with the machine, learn how to operate the machine and how to use controls properly. Do not let anyone operate without instruction.
  • Page 9: Observe Road Traffic Regulations

    Safety Observe Road Traffic Regulations Always observe local road traffic regulations when using public roads. FX,ROAD ­19­01MAY91­1/1 Use Safety Lights and Devices Prevent collisions with other road users. Slow moving tractors with implements or drawn equipment, as well as self­propelled machines are especially dangerous on public roads.
  • Page 10: Wear Protective Clothing

    Safety Wear Protective Clothing Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate to the job. Prolonged exposure to loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing. Wear a suitable hearing protective device such as earmuffs or earplugs to protect against objectionable or uncomfortable loud noises.
  • Page 11: Keep Hands Away From Knives

    Safety Keep Hands Away From Knives Never attempt to clear obstructions in front of or on harvesting unit unless main clutch is disengaged, engine shut off and key removed. Everyone must be clear of the forage harvester before starting the engine. FX,KNIFE ­19­21DEC90­1/1 Store Attachments Safely Stored attachments such as dual wheels, cage wheels,...
  • Page 12: Practice Safe Maintenance

    Safety Practice Safe Maintenance Understand service procedure before doing work. Keep area clean and dry. Never lubricate, service, or adjust machine while it is moving. Keep hands, feet , and clothing from power­driven parts. Disengage all power and operate controls to relieve pressure.
  • Page 13: Service Machines Safely

    Safety Service Machines Safely Tie long hair behind your head. Do not wear a necktie, scarf, loose clothing, or necklace when you work near machine tools or moving parts. If these items were to get caught, severe injury could result. Remove rings and other jewelry to prevent electrical shorts and entanglement in moving parts.
  • Page 14: Transport With Harvesting Unit Installed

    Safety Transport with Harvesting Unit Installed Before driving forage harvester on public roads, harvesting unit must be raised and secured in the raised position. It must not, however, obstruct operator’s view of the road. ZX,HEADER676 ­19­20JAN95­1/1 Ballasting for Safe Ground Contact Operating, steering and braking performance of forage harvester can be considerably affected by attachments which alter the center of gravity of the machine.
  • Page 15: Dispose Of Waste Properly

    Dispose of Waste Properly If waste disposal is carried out improperly, this may damage the environment and ecological systems. Potentially harmful waste used with KEMPER equipment include such items as oil, fuel, coolant, brake fluid, filters, and batteries. Use leakproof containers when draining fluids. Do not use food or beverage containers that may mislead someone into drinking from them.
  • Page 16: Safety Decals

    Safety Decals Pictorial Safety Signs At several important places of this machine safety signs are affixed intended to signify potential danger. The hazard is identified by a pictorial in a warning triangle. An adjacent pictorial provides information how to avoid personal injury.
  • Page 17: Rotary Harvesting Unit

    Safety Decals Rotary Harvesting Unit Stay clear of rotary harvesting unit to avoid personal injury. Arms, legs or loose clothing might become caught in the rotary harvesting unit when in operation. Always keep the required safety distance from the rotary harvesting unit.
  • Page 18: Folding Area

    Safety Decals Folding Area Stay clear of the folding area of the rotary harvesting unit. When folding or unfolding the rotary harvesting unit, ensure that no persons are standing within the folding area. Before folding or unfolding, ensure that all persons keep the required safety distance from the rotary harvesting unit.
  • Page 19: Hydraulic System

    Safety Decals Hydraulic System The hydraulic pressure must not exceed 21000 kPa (210 bar; 3046 psi). OUCC002,000283F ­19­16OCT07­1/1 Hanging Points Should the rotary harvesting unit be moved without attaching to the forage harvester, always use the hanging points. OUCC002,0002840 ­19­16OCT07­1/1 10­4 070909 PN=19...
  • Page 20: Haulage

    Haulage Prepare the Rotary Harvesting Unit for Haulage Install Tensioner Strap Install tensioner strap (A) to prevent the outer sections from lowering. A—Tensioner strap KM00321,000016F ­19­12JUN09­1/2 Swing Drive Case for Haulage (Rotary Harvesting Units for NEW HOLLAND Forage Harvesters Only) Before loading the unit, make it more compact by folding up the drive case (B).
  • Page 21: Transport Pallet

    Haulage Transport Pallet Always install the transport pallet (A) supplied with the rotary harvesting unit when hauling it on a flatbed carrier! After the transport pallet (A) has been installed the rotary harvesting unit is ready to be loaded with a forklift. CAUTION: Make sure that the forklift meets the weight requirements of the rotary harvesting unit (see Specifications).
  • Page 22: Prepare The Rotary Harvesting Unit

    Prepare the Rotary Harvesting Unit Unpacking As soon as packaging material is removed, check the unit for any damage that might have been incurred during transport. OUKM001,0000027 ­19­01MAR05­1/1 Remove Tensioner Strap Remove tensioner strap (A). NOTE: Do NOT discard tensioner strap (A); hand it over to the customer.
  • Page 23: Align Drive Case (Rotary Harvesting Units For New Holland Forage Harvesters Only)

    Prepare the Rotary Harvesting Unit Align Drive Case (Rotary Harvesting Units for NEW HOLLAND Forage Harvesters Only) NOTE: The drive case (A) is folded up for transport. Before mounting the unit on the forage harvester, put the drive case into operating position. 1.
  • Page 24: Installation On A Claas Forage Harvester

    Installation on a CLAAS Forage Harvester Compatibility Chart (Forage Harvesters, out the steps included in Section Prepare Types 491, 492, 493 and 494) the Rotary Harvesting Unit. The rotary harvesting unit is prepared for installation on CAUTION: Before attaching the rotary the following CLAAS forage harvester types: harvesting unit to a forage harvester, carry Compatibility chart rotary harvesting unit/CLAAS forage harvester...
  • Page 25: Installation On The Claas Forage Harvester

    Installation on a CLAAS Forage Harvester Installation on the CLAAS Forage Harvester 1. Drive the forage harvester close to the rotary harvesting unit’s frame until attaching straps (A) protrude into mounting brackets (D) of the attaching frame. NOTE: Mounting brackets (D) may be installed in two different positions.
  • Page 26: Connect The Drive (Type 492)

    Installation on a CLAAS Forage Harvester Connect the Drive (Type 492) NOTE: A step guard (A) for the u.j. shaft is installed on the input transmission. After the rotary harvesting unit has been attached to the forage harvester, the universal­jointed shaft for the drive must be installed.
  • Page 27: Connect The Drive (Types 493 And 494)

    Installation on a CLAAS Forage Harvester Connect the Drive (Types 493 and 494) 1. Remove claw clutch (A) from rotary harvesting unit drive completely. To do this, disassemble items 1 to 11. A—Claw clutch KM00321,000017A ­19­08JUN09­1/7 2. Screw threaded rod (B) into u.j. shaft, adjust to 147 mm (X) and counterlock with hex.
  • Page 28 Installation on a CLAAS Forage Harvester 3. First insert u.j. shaft into splined bushing (A) of rotary harvesting unit drive on the forage harvester. A—Splined bushing KM00321,000017A ­19­08JUN09­3/7 4. Secure u.j. shaft with bushing (A) and lock nut (B). A—Bushing B—Lock nut KM00321,000017A ­19­08JUN09­4/7 5.
  • Page 29 Installation on a CLAAS Forage Harvester 6. Engage locking screw (A) into groove of splined shaft. Make sure that u.j. shaft can no longer move. Tighten lock nut (B). A—Locking screw B—Lock nut KM00321,000017A ­19­08JUN09­6/7 7. Install guard (A) for u.j. shaft as shown. A—Guard for u.j.
  • Page 30: Compatibility Chart (New Holland And Case Forage Harvesters)

    Installation on NEW HOLLAND and CASE Forage Harvesters Compatibility Chart (NEW HOLLAND and The rotary harvesting unit is prepared for installation on CASE Forage Harvesters) the following NEW HOLLAND and CASE forage harvester types: CAUTION: Before attaching the rotary harvesting unit to a forage harvester, carry out the steps included in Section Prepare the Rotary Harvesting Unit.
  • Page 31: Connect Drive Shaft

    Installation on NEW HOLLAND and CASE Forage Harvesters Installation on NEW HOLLAND and CASE Forage Harvesters 1. Slowly drive the forage harvester forward until mounting rail (A) lies in the attaching frame of the rotary harvesting unit. Then raise the front shield and engage the rotary harvesting unit.
  • Page 32: Install Guards For U.j. Shaft On Forage Harvester

    Installation on NEW HOLLAND and CASE Forage Harvesters Install Guards for U.J. Shaft on Forage Harvester Cover both splined shafts (A) and (B) with protective guard (D). Depending on which splined shaft is used (A or B) the cover plate (1) must be installed on the top or on the bottom of strap (2).
  • Page 33: Connect Hydraulic Hoses

    Installation on NEW HOLLAND and CASE Forage Harvesters Connect Hydraulic Hoses Connect hydraulic hoses to the forage harvester. KM00321,0000180 ­19­27MAY09­1/1 30­4 070909 PN=33...
  • Page 34: Removal Of The Rotary Harvesting Unit

    Removal of the Rotary Harvesting Unit Detach the Rotary Harvesting Unit NOTE: Fold the rotary harvesting unit before setting it down. 1. Lower the rotary harvesting unit to the ground. 2. Shut off the forage harvester’s engine, remove the key from the ignition and apply the parking brake.
  • Page 35: Transport

    Transport Transport Information IMPORTANT: Observe the local regulations when driving the forage harvester on public roads. For driving on public roads, special farm headlights and warning lights may be installed on both sides of the forage harvester. Contact your dealer. IMPORTANT: The farm headlights must be installed with their lower edge approx.
  • Page 36: Accident Prevention

    Transport Accident Prevention When driving on public roads the entire area around the dividers must be covered with a protective guard (A). Protective guard (A), assembly sequence: 1. After the rotors have come to a complete stop, fold the side sections. 2.
  • Page 37: Lock/Unlock Tilt Frame

    Transport Lock/Unlock Tilt Frame CAUTION: Always lock the tilt frame to prevent unintended movement of the rotary harvesting unit when driving on public roads. The rotary harvesting unit must be completely folded up (transport position) when driving on public roads. In this position, the rotary harvesting unit is protected from pivoting by two chains (A).
  • Page 38: Driving On Public Road

    Transport Driving on Public Road Before driving on public roads, the outer gatherer points (A) must be removed and stored into the brackets provided for accident prevention. Proceed as follows: 1. After the gathering drums have come to a complete standstill, fold up the side cutting units.
  • Page 39: Operation Of The Rotary Harvesting Unit

    Operation of the Rotary Harvesting Unit Method of Operating the Rotary Harvesting Unit A—Gatherer drum D—Rotating blade G—Feed teeth B—Gatherer points E—Lengthwise direction of crop H—Guides and scrapers C—Down­crop auger F— Feed drum I— Feed bar It makes no difference to the rotary harvesting unit how crop against the feed teeth (G) and so the stalks are it approaches the crop ­...
  • Page 40: Put Outer Dividers Into Operating Position

    Operation of the Rotary Harvesting Unit Put Outer Dividers into Operating Position Before harvesting the outer dividers (A) must be put into operating position. Proceed as follows: 1. Remove dividers (A) from transport mountings. 2. Attach dividers (A) to the front of down­crop auger and tighten with pin (B).
  • Page 41: Adjusting The Feed Bars

    Operation of the Rotary Harvesting Unit Adjusting the Feed Bars NOTE: If the crop is short, set feed bar (A) low. Feed bars (A) force the cut crop inward and assure a better feed. The height of the feed bars can be altered in the field to suit the prevailing crop conditions.
  • Page 42: Gathering Drum Operating Speeds

    HOLLAND Forage Harvester IMPORTANT: On forage harvesters equipped with infinitely variable length­of­cut adjustment HYDROLOC the drum speed of the KEMPER rotary harvesting unit must not exceed 33 rpm. This equals an input speed of 620 rpm max. at the drive case of the rotary harvesting unit.
  • Page 43 A—Drive shaft B—Drive shaft KM00321,000018A ­19­08JUN09­2/3 On the KEMPER rotary harvesting unit, 1st gear (A) and 2nd gear (B) are shifted directly at the drive case. IMPORTANT: Drum speed must not exceed 33 rpm. A—1. Gear B—2. Gear KM00321,000018A ­19­08JUN09­3/3...
  • Page 44: Length Of Cut And Drum Speeds With New Holland Forage Harvesters Fx 50 And

    2 speeds. See forage harvester Operator’s Manual for adjustments to the forage harvester. On the KEMPER rotary harvesting unit, 1st gear (A) and 2nd gear (B) are shifted directly at the drive case. A—1. Gear B—2. Gear KM00321,000018B ­19­08JUN09­1/1...
  • Page 45: Length Of Cut And Drum Speeds With Claas Forage Harvester 860­880

    Operation of the Rotary Harvesting Unit Length of Cut and Drum Speeds with CLAAS Cutterhead with 24 knives (type 491) Forage Harvester 860­880 (Type 491) See table below to determine length­of­cut adjustment. II—Length of cut, II—Lever 1 (B) position III—Lever 2 (A) position IV—Rotary harvesting V—Gathering drum speed cutterhead with 24 knives...
  • Page 46 Operation of the Rotary Harvesting Unit Cutterhead with 20 knives (type 492) V—Rotary harvesting I—Length of cut, II—Lever 1 (B) III—Lever 2 (A) IV—Lever (C) V—Gathering drum cutterhead with position position position unit, gear speed 2x10 knives 5 mm slow slow 6.5 mm fast...
  • Page 47 Operation of the Rotary Harvesting Unit Cutterhead with 20 knives (type 493) III—Rotary harvesting I—Length of cut, number of knives II—Length­of­cut IV—Gathering drum transmission, forage unit drive speed harvester 2x10 knives 2x5 knives Gear Gear 7.3 mm 14.7 mm 8.5 mm 17.0 mm 9.7 mm 19.3 mm...
  • Page 48: Length Of Cut And Drum Speeds With Claas Forage Harvester 930­980

    Operation of the Rotary Harvesting Unit Length of Cut and Drum Speeds with CLAAS Cutterhead with 24 knives (type 494) Forage Harvester 930­980 (Type 494) See tables below to determine length­of­cut adjustment. I—Length of cut, number of knives II—Length­of­cut III—Rotary harvesting IV—Gathering drum transmission, forage unit drive...
  • Page 49: Clear Blockages

    Operation of the Rotary Harvesting Unit Clear Blockages the forage harvester’s engine, and wait until all moving parts have come to a stop. CAUTION: Risk of serious injury! Never attempt During harvesting, most blockages can be cleared by to clear blockages in the rotary harvesting unit briefly reversing the gathering drums.
  • Page 50: Accessories

    Accessories Short Crop Dividers This kit is composed of short dividers which replace the large dividers. To significantly improve capabilities of the harvesting unit to harvest different row widths or thin stemmed crop, a special divider kit is available as an attachment. OUCC002,0002854 ­19­23OCT07­1/1 50­1 070909...
  • Page 51: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting 460 Rotary Harvesting Unit ­ shut off engine ­ remove ignition key ­ wait until all moving parts have come to a stop. CAUTION: Before carrying out adjustment or service work, ALWAYS: Symptom Problem Solution High power requirement despite Rotating blades are dull.
  • Page 52: Lubrication And Maintenance

    Lubrication and Maintenance Service Intervals IMPORTANT: Replace any damaged parts. Any screws that have worked loose must be CAUTION: Before making any adjustments or retightened to the proper torque. doing any service work, always: ­ Switch the machine off Clean grease fittings before lubrication. Replace lost or ­...
  • Page 53: Transmission Oil

    A 50% mixture of ethylene coolant in water provides coolant. freeze protection to ­37°C (­34°F). If protection at lower temperatures is required, consult your KEMPER dealer for recommendations. KM00321,0000196 ­19­10JUN09­1/1 60­2...
  • Page 54: Alternative And Synthetic Lubricants

    The temperature limits and service intervals shown in Some lubricants may not be available in your location. this manual apply to both conventional and synthetic Consult your KEMPER dealer to obtain information and lubricants. recommendations. Re­refined base stock products may be used if the finished lubricant meets the performance requirements.
  • Page 55: At The Start Of Every Harvesting Season-Spherical Collar Bolts

    Lubrication and Maintenance At the Start of Every Harvesting Season—Spherical Collar Bolts The torques of the spherical collar bolts (A) must be checked prior to each harvesting season and adjusted where necessary. The torque setting is: A—Bolts Item Measurement Specification Spherical Collar Bolts Torque 200 N∙m (148 lb­ft)
  • Page 56: At The Start Of Every Harvesting Season-Gearbox Mounting Flange Attaching Screws

    Lubrication and Maintenance At the Start of Every Harvesting Season—Gearbox Mounting Flange Attaching Screws The torques of the flange screws (A) at gearbox mounting flanges of gathering drums must be retighten prior to each harvesting season and then retighten after 50 hours in service.
  • Page 57: General View Of Drives And Oil Levels In The Rotary Harvesting Unit

    Lubrication and Maintenance General View of Drives and Oil Levels in the Rotary Harvesting Unit A—Drain screw D—Oil level plug 3— Feed drum, spur gear angle 6— CLAAS gear box ­ 4.3 l (1.14 B—Oil fill plug 1— Feed rolls, spur gear angle drive (with a lifetime filling of US.
  • Page 58: After Every 10 Hours In Service

    Lubrication and Maintenance After Every 10 Hours in Service • Check that all the screws are seated securely. • Clean the rotary harvesting unit. • Check all the drives for signs of leakage. See also ”Overview of Transmissions and Oil Levels at the Rotary Harvesting Unit”.
  • Page 59 Lubrication and Maintenance • Check all cleaners (A) and blade rotor segments (B) for signs of wear. • Clean all the clutches, dog clutches and u.j. shafts (see arrows). OUCC002,000282B ­19­15OCT07­3/3 60­8 070909 PN=59...
  • Page 60: After Every 50 Hours In Service

    The cavity of the friction clutch (A) can be drained and refilled. This service work requires the friction clutch to be removed from the machine. Therefore it is advised to contact your KEMPER dealer to drain/refill the friction clutch. Specification Main drive friction clutch cavity—Capacity ............
  • Page 61: After Each Harvesting Season

    After Each Harvesting Season • Clean the entire rotary harvesting unit ­ pay particular from your KEMPER dealer, so that they can be installed attention to the depressions (A) in the feed rolls. in time for the next harvesting season.
  • Page 62: Maintenance

    Maintenance Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values TS1670 —UN—01MAY03 12.9 10.9 12.9 12.9 10.9 12.9 Bolt or Class 4.8 Class 8.8 or 9.8 Class 10.9 Class 12.9 Screw Lubricated Lubricated Lubricated Lubricated Size N∙m lb­in N∙m lb­in N∙m lb­in N∙m lb­in N∙m lb­in...
  • Page 63: Relieve Pressure On The Main Drive Slip Clutches

    4. Loosen screws (C) as far as the threads allow (without removing them completely). 5. Position cover (A) and install using screws (B). IMPORTANT: It is recommended to have the slip clutches checked once a year by the KEMPER dealer. KM00321,000019C ­19­12JUN09­2/2 65­2 070909 PN=63...
  • Page 64: Disassemble Slip Clutch

    Maintenance Disassemble Slip Clutch If it is not possible to turn slip clutch by hand as explained under ”Relieving Pressure at the Slip Clutches on the Main Drive”, it has to be disassembled and cleaned for proper function. Proceed as follows: 1.
  • Page 65: Install New Rotating Blades

    Maintenance Install New Rotating Blades A—Yellow blade C—Strap E—Cleaner (clockwise) B—Black blade D—Cleaner (counterclockwise) F— Strap 2. The blades are installed in the following order: 2 CAUTION: Before carrying out adjustment yellow (A), then 2 black (B). Remember to tighten the or service work, ALWAYS: straps (C).
  • Page 66: Checking The Drive For The Down­crop Auger

    Maintenance NOTE: Install cleaners (D) and (E) with their cutting edges pointing in the direction of cut. KM00321,000019D ­19­12JUN09­2/2 Checking the Drive for the Down­Crop Auger The drive belt (A) for the down­crop auger is a crossed­over V­belt. It is guided by an adjustable guide roll (B).
  • Page 67: Check End Switches Of Folding Mechanism

    Maintenance Check End Switches of Folding Mechanism After longer standstill periods the grease in the end switches can be clotted and the feed bars can be damaged if folding up the header. Therefore it is necessary to check the end switches on a regular basis. 1.
  • Page 68: Adjusting Cleaners

    Maintenance Adjusting Cleaners Check adjustment and condition of the cleaners (A) frequently. Damaged or wrongly adjusted cleaners unnecessarily burden the drive and may cause malfunction of the rotary harvesting unit. Set cleaner (A) as close as possible to the cone of the scraper by loosening the screw (B).
  • Page 69: Storage

    • Check the rotary harvesting unit for damaged or worn parts and replace them as necessary. For more detailed checks, see your KEMPER dealer. • Touch up the paintwork if required, and clean the decals. KM00321,000019E ­19­12JUN09­1/1 Start of New Season •...
  • Page 70: Specifications

    Specifications 460 Rotary Harvesting Unit ........................Drive system Oil­bath transmission with safety clutch ............................Harvesting system 4 fast rotating blades For 6 widely spaced rows or 8 rows that are closer together ................................Weight 3000 kg (6614 lb) Dimensions ...............................
  • Page 71: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    Specifications EU Declaration of Conformity Kemper GmbH & Co.KG Am Breul 48703 Stadtlohn, Germany The person referred to below hereby confirms that the product Machine type: Rotary harvesting unit Model: 460 complies with all relevant provisions and substantial requirements of the following directives:...
  • Page 72: Serial Numbers

    Serial Numbers Serial Number Plate of the Rotary Harvesting Unit A—Year of manufacture C—Product identification B—Type number D—Weight KM00321,00001A2 ­19­12JUN09­1/1 Serial Number When ordering parts, always quote the rotary harvesting unit serial number. The serial number is on the plate at the left­hand side of the frame.
  • Page 73 Index Page Page Harvesting Before the start of the harvesting season............60­3, 60­5 Adjust scrapers............20­2 Checking the rotary harvesting unit ...... 45­10 Alternative lubricants ..........60­3 Clear blockages .............45­11 Attachment End of season service........... 60­10 Short cut dividers ............ 50­1 Flow of crop ............
  • Page 74 Index Page Page Lengthwise direction of crop ........45­1 Safety relief valve (rotary harvesting units Rotating blade............45­1 for CLAAS forage harvesters only) ......40­1 Metric bolt and screw torque values ......65­1 Scraper adjustment ............ 65­6 Mixing lubricants............60­3 Serial number .............

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