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Dear customer, customer, Dear You have now received the operating instructions for the KRONE product which you have purchased. These operating instructions contain important information for the proper use and safe operation of the machine. If these operating instructions should become wholly or partially unusable, you can obtain replacement operating instructions for your machine by stating the number given overleaf.
Re-Ordering the Adhesive Safety and Information Labels ............24 3.13.2 Affixing the Adhesive Safety and Information Labels .............. 24 3.13.3 Contact for KRONE NORTHAMERICA ................... 24 Commissioning ............................. 25 Stop points ............................25 Storage ............................26 Additional weights on the BigX ......................26 4.3.1...
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Foreword 4.3.3 Cast design ..........................27 Attaching the additional weights ...................... 28 Attaching the discharge extension ....................31 Start-up ..............................32 Attachment to the forage harvester ....................33 5.1.1 Adjusting the locking ........................33 5.1.2 Pendulum frame........................... 34 5.1.3 Coupling ............................34 5.1.4 Connecting the hydraulic lines .....................
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Foreword 8.5.4.1 Checking the oil level and changing the oil on the collector gearbox (top part) ....59 8.5.4.2 Checking the oil level and changing the oil on the collector gearbox (bottom part on central part) 8.5.4.3 Checking the oil level and changing the oil on the collector gearbox (bottom part on side part) Collector pre-tension on the central part (right hand / left hand) .............
Foreword Dear Customer! By purchasing the maize header, you have acquired a quality product made by KRONE. We are grateful for the confidence you have invested in us in buying this machine. It is important to read the operating instructions very carefully before you start operating the machine to allow you to use the maize header to its full capacity.
Purpose of Use The Krone EASYCOLLECT 753, EASYCOLLECT 903 and EASYCOLLECT 1053 maize headers are harvesting attachments for attachment to forage harvesters and are used for harvesting maize and other forage crop with stalks independently of the rows.
Note Authentic KRONE spare parts and accessories authorised by the manufacturer help to ensure safety. The use of spare parts, accessories or additional equipment not manufactured, tested or...
Introduction Intended Use The Krone maize header EASYCOLLECT 753, EASYCOLLECT 903 and EASYCOLLECT 1053 may be attached only to those carrier vehicles for which the particular adapter frame has been released (observe operating licence of the carrier vehicle). It is built exclusively for customary use in agricultural work (intended use) - also refer to Chapter "Purpose of Use".
Introduction Machine overview EasyCollect Front View WHBEC0058 Fig. 2: EasyCollect front view Right side section Rotating tower Folding cylinder Parking support Centre section Central tip Plant divider (10) Insertion finger Wiper plate (11) Left side section...
(Z) must be connected to the rear frame. 2.8.1 Steel design Fig. 3 Pos. Designation Number of weights (Big X) EasyCollect 753 1000 Cover plate Base plate Floor plate 2.8.2 Steel design Fig.
Safety Safety Identifying Symbols in the Operating Instructions The safety instructions contained in this manual which could result in personal injury if not followed are identified by the general danger sign: Identification of the hazard warnings Danger! DANGER! - Type and source of the hazard! Effect: Danger to life or serious injuries.
Safety 3.2.1 Personnel Qualification and Training Fehler! Textmarke nicht definiert. The machine may be used, maintained and repaired only by persons who are familiar with it and have been instructed about the dangers connected with it. The operator must define areas of responsibility and monitoring of personnel.
Safety Safety Instructions and Accident Prevention Regulations Please follow all generally applicable safety and accident prevention regulations in addition to the safety instructions contained in these operating instructions! The attached warning and safety signs provide important information for safe operation. Pay attention to these for your own safety! When using public roads, make sure to observe the applicable traffic regulations! Make sure that you are familiar with all equipment and controls as well as with their...
The maize header (EasyCollect 1053) may only be used on public highways and roads with the designated transportation trailer. On public highways and roads the EASYCOLLECT 753 and EASYCOLLECT 903 maize header must always be in the transport position. Attach guard cloths together with...
Safety PTO Operation Use only PTO shafts specified by the manufacturer! The guard tube and guard cone of the PTO shaft and the PTO guard must be attached and in good working condition (on the implement side, too)! Make sure that the required tube covers are in place for PTO shafts in transport and working position! Before installing or detaching PTO shafts, disengage the PTO, switch off the engine and remove the ignition key!
Replacement parts must at least comply with the technical requirements set by the manufacturer of the implements! This is guaranteed by original KRONE spare parts! When replacing working tools with cutting edges, use suitable tools and gloves!
3.10 Introduction The KRONE-attachment is equipped with all safety devices (protective devices). However, it is not possible to eliminate all potential hazards on this machine as this would impair its full functional capability. Hazard warnings are attached to the machine in the relevant areas to warn against any dangers.
Safety 3.12 Position of the Adhesive Safety Stickers on the Machine EC903053_3 Fig. 6 CAUTION To avoid serious injury or death Read and understand operator´s manual before operating equipment. Lower implement, stop tractor engine and remove key before leaving operator´s platform. Keep all shields and guards in place.
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Safety Warning Warning To avoid Possible injury. To avoid Possible injury. Do not climb onto maschine Do not stand between if the PTO shaft is connected Self-proppeled Forage Harvester and the engine runs. and header or near header while changing from transport position or to transport position.
Position of the General Information Labels on the Machine 9 10 11 12 EC903059 Fig. 7 EASYCOLLECT 753 order no. 942 295-0 (2x) EASYCOLLECT 753 order no. 27 001 560 0 (2x) EASYCOLLECT 903 order no. 942 320 0 (2x) EASYCOLLECT 903 order no.
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Safety 3.1) fully reflecting adhesive strips Order No. 942 625 0 Order No. 942 626 0 3.2) fully reflecting adhesive strips Order No. 924 634 0 (4x) Order No. 924 573 0 (2x) 210 Nm 27 000 182 1 Order No. 27 000 182 1 (2x) Order No.
Effect: Adhesion of the label • The surface for affixing the adhesive label must be clean and free of dirt, oil and grease. 3.13.3 Contact for KRONE NORTHAMERICA 4985 Outland Center Drive 102 Telephone: + (001) 901 842-6011 Fax.: + (001) 901 842-6016 Internet: www.krone-northamerica.com...
Commissioning Commissioning Danger! - When performing repair, maintenance or cleaning work or when making technical modifications to the machine, drive elements may start moving (caution, cutters continue to run). Effect: Danger to life or serious injuries • Switch off the drive and disengage PTO. •...
To ensure safe and reliable operation of the self-propelled forage harvester with the maize header attached, especially in road traffic, additional weights (Z) must be connected to the rear frame. 4.3.1 Steel design Fig. 10 Pos. Designation Number of weights (Big X) EasyCollect 753 1000 Cover plate Base plate Floor plate...
Use only suitable and approved lifting gear to assemble and disassemble the parts.. BiG X 500 Anzahl Pos. Teile-Nr. Maße EasyCollect 6000 EasyCollect 7500 EasyCollect 753 M 20 X 130 00 901 482 0 SKM 16 00 909 912 1 M 16 00 908 716 1 00 900 441 0...
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Commissioning BiG X V8 BiG X V12 BiG X 650 EasyCollect 6000 EasyCollect 753 Anzahl Pos. Teile-Nr. Maße EasyCollect 6000/753 00 910 303 1 17 X 30 X 3 M 16 00 908 716 1 M16 x 140 00 901 492 0...
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Commissioning BiG X V8 BiG X V12 BiG X 650 BiG X 800 BiG X 1000 Anzahl Pos. Teile-Nr. Maße EasyCollect 7500 / 903 M 20 X 130 00 901 127 0 20 021 370 0 21 X 37 X 3 00 910 512 2 00 908 721 0 M 20...
Before starting up the machine and while working, bring the machine into the working position and lower it onto the ground or to the required cutting height. • On public highways and roads the EASYCOLLECT 753 and EASYCOLLECT 903 maize header must always be in the transport position. •...
Start-up Attachment to the forage harvester 5.1.1 Adjusting the locking Note When attaching the machine for the first time and whenever changing the forage harvester, the locking must be adjusted. Note Make the adjustment equally on the right and left of the centre frame. Fig.
Start-up 5.1.2 Pendulum frame EC200081 Fig. 19 • Lower the pendulum frame (1) of the forage harvester all the way. • Align the pendulum frame (1) of the forage harvester horizontally. • Locking hooks (2) must be opened. If necessary, open them with the locking lever (3). •...
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Start-up EC903003 Fig. 21 Swing the locking lever (3) to the rear and engage it on the locking pin (4), secure with spring cotter pin (2). Note Check that the pendulum frame hooks correctly into the holding bolts (1) and the locking hooks on both sides.
Start-up 5.1.4 Connecting the hydraulic lines Warning! - Connection of the hydraulic line Effect: Serious injury due to hydraulic oil penetrating the skin. • Before connecting the hydraulic hoses to the forage harvester hydraulics, ensure that the system is depressurised on both sides! •...
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Start-up Caution! - Soiling of the hydraulic system Effect: Damages to the machine • When connecting the quick couplings, ensure that these are clean and dry. • Note chafing areas or points of contact. Fig. 22 • Connect the hydraulic hoses (1) to the designated plug-in connections on the forage harvester.
Start-up 5.1.5 Opening the shut-off valve EC903058 Fig. 23 • Open the shut-off valve (4) on the pendulum frame. 5.1.6 Parking supports in transport position on the right/left Note Stop the machine. Fig. 24 Rear parking supports on the right / left: •...
The driving speed of the forage harvester must to be adapted to local conditions. EasyCollect 753 / EasyCollect 903 • On public highways and roads the EASYCOLLECT 753 and EASYCOLLECT 903 maize header must always be in the transport position. EasyCollect 1053 •...
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Driving and Transport EasyCollect 753 / EasyCollect 903 EC903047 Fig. 25 During transportation / road travel the maize header must be raised. To do this: • Swing the plant divider into transport position. • Swing the right-hand / left-hand side parts upward into transport position.
Operation Operation From transport into working position Danger! - Lowering the machine into working position Effect: Danger to life, injuries or damage to the machine. • Do not lower the machine until you are absolutely sure that neither persons, animals nor objects are in the swivel range of the machine.
Operation 7.1.2 Parking supports in transport position on the right/left Note Stop the machine. Fig. 27 Rear parking supports on the right / left: Note Before switching to working position, ensure that the parking supports (1) have been pushed in and have been secured by spring cotter pins (2).
Operation 7.1.3 Swinging the right-hand / left-hand side parts into working position Note Side parts must only be swivelled when the forage harvester is at a standstill! EC903017_3 Fig. 28 Note Make sure that the plant divider is in the highest position of the transport position before folding down the side parts.
Operation 7.1.4 Swinging the plant divider into working position Fig. 30 • Press the actuating keys (3) to swing the plant divider (1) into working position through the hydraulic cylinder (2). Note Adjust the plant divider (1) in height to the crop to be harvested so that the upper plant parts are guided by the tubular bars when being drawn into the foraging unit.
Operation Using the Machine for Work Danger! - Lowering the machine into working position Effect: Danger to life, injuries or damage to the machine. • Do not lower the machine until you are absolutely sure that neither persons, animals nor objects are in the swivel range of the machine.
Operation 7.2.2 Lifting gear distance control (optional) Fig. 31 Note The lifting gear distance control is available only if distance sensors (1) have been fitted. When lifting gear distance control is active, the control of the forage harvester sets the stubble height (max.
Operation Switching from working position to transport position Note Before folding the maize header into its transporting position, turn off the drive. The maize header must not be folded in until the drive is at a standstill. Note Side parts must only be swivelled when the forage harvester is at a standstill! 7.3.1 Swinging the plant divider into transport position Fig.
Operation 7.3.2 Swinging the right hand / left hand side parts upward into transport position Caution! – Plant divider is not in transport position Effect: Damage to the machine • Before swinging up the side parts (1, 2), make sure the plant divider (4) is in transport position.
Operation 7.3.3 Installing the front guard EC903013_2 Fig. 35 • Slide the front guard (1,2) onto the tips (3,4,5) and secure it with tension springs (6). • Neatly lay the lighting cable (7) and plug it into the socket provided for this purpose on the forage harvester.
Operation Detaching the machine Danger! - Unexpected movements of the machine Effect: Danger to life, serious injuries • There must be nobody between the forage harvester and the front attachment. • No one is permitted in the swivel range while the machine is being swivelled from the transport into the working position or vice versa.
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Operation EC903058 Fig. 38 Caution! - Danger of accident and damage! Place hydraulic hoses (1) and electrical connection line (2,3) on the maize header (4). Note Before disconnecting the hydraulic hoses (1), depressurise the system on both sides. • Close the shut-off valve (4) on the pendulum frame before removing the hydraulic lines (1).
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Effect: Danger to life, serious injuries or loss of warranty claims as well as exclusion of liability • Use only authentic KRONE spare parts and accessories authorised by the manufacturer. The use of spare parts, accessories or additional equipment not manufactured, tested or...
Maintenance Tightening Torques A = Thread size The tightening torque M is stated in Nm (The stability class can be seen on the head of the (unless otherwise indicated). screw.) 5.6 6.8 10.9 12.9 MA (Nm) Ø M 10 100 135 M14x1.5 KR-1-130 160 210...
Maintenance Tightening Torques (Countersunk Screws) A = Thread size The tightening torque M is stated in Nm (The stability class can be seen on the head of the (unless otherwise indicated). screw.) 10.9 12.9 MA (Nm) Ø M 10 M 12 M 14 BM 400 0234 M 16...
Maintenance Filling Quantities and Lubrication Designations for Gearboxes Filling quantity Bio-degradable Gearbox Type of oil (litres) lubricants T-gearbox Angular gearbox SAE 90 GL 4 or Collector gearbox (top Esso Spartan EP 4 x 0.8 part) on request Collector gearbox Shell Omala Oil 150 (bottom part on centre 2 x 1.7 Fuchs - EP 85 W90...
Maintenance 8.5.2 Checking the oil level and changing oil on the T-gearbox Note Check the oil level and change the oil while the gearbox is in a horizontal position! EC903025 Fig. 40 Oil level check Note An oil level check is not possible on this gearbox. Oil change •...
Maintenance 8.5.3 Checking the oil level and changing the oil on the angular gearbox Note Check the oil level and change the oil while the gearbox is in a horizontal position! EC903026 Fig. 41 Oil level check Note An oil level check is not possible on this gearbox. Oil change •...
Maintenance 8.5.4 Checking the Oil Level and Changing the Oil on the Collector Gearbox 8.5.4.1 Checking the oil level and changing the oil on the collector gearbox (top part) Note Check the oil level and change the oil while the gearbox is horizontal in the working position of the attachment! Fig.
Maintenance 8.5.4.2 Checking the oil level and changing the oil on the collector gearbox (bottom part on central part) Note Check the oil level and change the oil while the gearbox is horizontal in the working position of the attachment! Fig.
Maintenance 8.5.4.3 Checking the oil level and changing the oil on the collector gearbox (bottom part on side part) Note Check the oil level and change the oil while the gearbox is horizontal in the working position of the attachment! Fig.
Maintenance Collector pre-tension on the central part (right hand / left hand) EC903030_3 Fig. 45 8.6.1 Checking the collector pre-tension Note Check the collector pretension after the first 10 operating hours (e.g. after change), then every 60 operating hours. • Remove the guard (1) •...
Maintenance Collector pre-tension on the side part (right hand / left hand) EC903031_1 Fig. 46 8.7.1 Checking the collector pre-tension Note Check the collector pretension after the first 10 operating hours (e.g. after change), then every 60 operating hours. • Remove the plastic cover (1).
Maintenance Scraper (right hand / left hand) Note The distance between back of the collector (2) and scraper (1) must not exceed dimension “a = 3 mm”. 8.8.1 Adjusting Scrapers on the Centre Section EC903032 Fig.47 • Undo screwed connections (3) slightly and adjust scraper (1) so that the distance is "a = 1...3 mm"...
Maintenance 8.8.2 Adjusting the scraper on the side part EC903034 Fig. 49 • Slightly loosen the screw connections (3) and set the scraper (1) in a way, that the distance between the back of the collector (2) (in the area of the collector bolt) and the scraper (1) is “a = 1-3 mm”.
Maintenance Changing the tips How to change the side tips is described below; the central tip and the row tips are changed similarly. Fig. 51 • Disconnect the row registration sensor (on the central tip only) from the cable harness. •...
Maintenance 8.10 Adjusting the tips EC903036_1 Fig. 52 a = freely chosen ground clearance (we recommend a = approx. 20 to 40 cm). Adjust the bottom edges of the row tips (2) to the same height. Adjust the bottom edges of the side tips (1) approx. y = 0 up to 30 mm higher than the bottom edges of the row tips (2).
Maintenance EC903037_4 Fig. 53 8.10.1 Adjusting the side tips The height of the side tips (a) can be adjusted with the screw (1). To do this: • Unscrew the counter nut (2) • Adjust the height of the tips with the screw (1) •...
Maintenance 8.10.3 Adjusting the central tip Fig. 54 • Loosen the screw connections (2) a little. • Adjust the central tip (1) so that the bottom edge of the central tip is approx. x = 30...50 mm below the bottom edges of the tips. •...
Maintenance 8.12 Blade Changing DANGER! – Danger from sharp blades! Serious injuries, in particular to the hands, may occur. • Wear protective gloves when performing any work on the collector to avoid being cut by the blades. Note Always check the blades before use and after driving into an obstacle. Worn, damaged or deformed blades must be replaced immediately.
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Maintenance EC903042_2 Fig. 57 Note After replacing the blades, ensure that there are no abutting edges. If required, adapt the height compensation by removing a compensation plate (3). WHBEC0082_1 Fig. 58 Note For machines before Machine No. 785 000, the adjacent "old" blades must be raised with compensating plates so that there are no more edges abutting each other.
Maintenance 8.12.2 Replacing the cutting blade on the right hand / left hand side parts Note When replacing observe the cutting direction right/left, blade short/long! WARNING! Position the blade to be changed by reversing the machine. Ensure that no persons are in front of the machine. EC903043_3 Fig.
Maintenance 8.12.3 Replacing the cutting blades on the right hand / left hand central part Note When replacing observe the cutting direction right/left, blade short/long! WARNING! Position the blade to be changed by reversing the machine. Ensure that no persons are in front of the machine. EC903044_2 Fig.
Maintenance 8.12.4 Replacing the scraper blade on the right hand / left hand side parts and on the central part Fig. 61 • Loosen the hexagonal head screw (2). • Replace the blade (1) and secure it with the hexagonal head screw (2). Note The scraper blade must rest flush against the collector blade without any gaps (a), but must not lift the collector.
Maintenance 8.14 Hydraulic hose line(s) Danger! - Hydraulic hose lines are subject to ageing Effect: The characteristics of the lines change depending on pressure, heat load and the effect of UV rays. The date of manufacture appears on the hydraulic hoses. This way the age can be ascertained quickly.
Maintenance 8.15 Lubrication 8.15.1 Lubrication Chart • The lubrication points mentioned below must be lubricated after the operating hours indicated. 250h 250h EC903046_2 Fig. 64:...
Maintenance 8.15.2 PTO shafts 25 h EC903045 Fig. 65 The lubricating intervals of the PTO shafts can be found in the diagram. Note The instructions of the manufacturer must be observed with regard to the PTO shaft. (separate operating instructions)
Perform the necessary repair tasks during the time immediately after the harvest season. Draw up a list of all replacement parts you will need. This will make it easier for your KRONE dealer to process your orders and you will be certain that your machine will be ready for use at the...
Before the Start of the New Season Before the Start of the New Season 10.1 Special Safety Instructions Danger! - When performing repair, maintenance or cleaning work or when making technical modifications to the machine, drive elements may start moving (caution: cutting discs continue to run).
Before the Start of the New Season 10.2 Test run. Danger! - Testing the machine after repair, maintenance or cleaning work and after technical intervention. Effect: Danger to life or serious injuries • The machine must be in working position •...
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Connecting the hydraulic lines ......36 PTO shafts ............77 Contact..............7 Purpose of Use ............ 7 Contact for KRONE NORTHAMERICA ....24 Re-Ordering the Adhesive Safety and Information Dangers in Case of Non-compliance with the Labels ............24 Safety Instructions .......... 14 Replacing the scraper blade on the right hand / Detaching the machine ........
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Test run ............... 80 Test run ............... 53 Unauthorised Conversion/Modification and Spare Parts Production ..........19 Tightening Torques ..........54 Using the Machine for Work ......45 Tightening Torques (Countersunk Screws) ..55...
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