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RF121 R / RF125 R / RF125-OC14
1665 7716.
EN_05_2006

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  • Page 1 Operation manual RF121 R / RF125 R / RF125-OC14 1665 7716. EN_05_2006...
  • Page 3 EC Declaration of Conformity as defined by the EC directives Machines 98 / 37 / EEC (22.06.1998) The machine product : round baler type : MP 121 R MP 125 R MP 125 OC14 : RF 121 R RF 125 R RF 125 OC14 identity no.
  • Page 5 Foreword Dear Customer, We would like to thank you for the trust you are showing in our company in purchasing this Kverneland fixed chamber round baler. The following operating instructions provide detailed information on starting up and maintaining your new round baler. They also contain safety instructions to ensure risk-free operation. In addition to the equipment and variants that can be supplied, the operating instructions describe all additional equipment not contained in the usual supply schedule.
  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Safety ..................7 Your personal safety ....................... 7 Safety instructions in this manual ................... 7 Type plate ..........................8 Intended use ..........................8 Liability ............................8 Safety stickers and warning signs ..................9 Authorised users ........................13 General safety and accident prevention regulations ............
  • Page 7 Operation ................. 30 Tying control ......................... 30 5.1.1 Control box ......................30 5.1.2 Machine box ......................31 5.1.3 Setting the tying system ..................31 5.1.4 Automatic / manual tying start ................31 5.1.5 Reset ........................32 5.1.6 Tying - Emergency mode ..................32 Autoplus ..........................
  • Page 8 Accessories ................54 Central chain lubrication device ..................54 Filler plates (125 OC14) ....................54 Bale ramp..........................54 Additional twine / net boxes ....................54 Trouble shooting ............... 55 Appendix ................... 57 Torque values for international metric thread joints ............57...
  • Page 9: Safety

    Safety Your personal safety The retailer will have explained to you about operation and maintenance when handing over the machine. Read these operating instructions before using the machine for the first time and be sure to note the safety instructions. Areas of particular importance are marked with a pictograph. You will find this sign beside all important safety instructions in these operating instructions.
  • Page 10: Type Plate

    Type plate The type plate specifying the machine type and number is located on the left-hand side of the machine, underneath the front hood on the vehicle frame. Note: Enter the data on the type plate into the box provided for this purpose on the second page. Intended use The round baler is exclusively constructed for ordinary use in agricultural work and intended for and suited to gathering mown crops lying in swaths on the ground, compressing this into round bales and...
  • Page 11: Safety Stickers And Warning Signs

    2. The following rules and regulations must be observed: the locally applicable, relevant accident prevention regulations, the recognised road traffic, safety and industrial medicine regulations, the functional limits and safety regulations listed in the technical instructions. 3. Only suitable and perfectly functioning tools and equipment may be used in carrying out work on the machine.
  • Page 12 1. Before putting the machine into operation, read and understand the operator’s manual and the safety precautions and follow all instructions given. 2. Before performing any service and repair work, stop the engine and remove the ignition key. 3. Never open or remove protective devices when the engine is running.
  • Page 13 7. Stand clear of the raised tailgate if same is not locked against lowering. 8. Keep hands clear of the pick-up area when the tractor engine is running and the pto shaft is connected. 9. Secure the machine by wheel chocks to ensure it cannot move away when uncoupled or stored.
  • Page 15: Authorised Users

    Authorised users Youths under 16 years of age may not operate the round baler. The owner of the machine must make the operating instructions available to the user and ensure that the latter has read and understood same. Only then may the user operate the machine. The delegation of responsibility for various machine duties must be clearly established and adhered to.
  • Page 16 9. Couple equipment according to regulations, and attach and secure to the prescribed devices. Particular care should be taken when coupling and decoupling equipment to or from the tractor. 10.When attaching or detaching, bring the support devices into the position necessary. Be conscious of its stability.
  • Page 17: Attached Devices

    1.8.2 Attached devices 1. Secure the device so that it cannot roll away. 2. Take note of the maximum permissible support load of the drawbar coupling, the pending attachment or hitch. 3. Ensure that the drawbar trailer has sufficient mobility at the point of attachment. 1.8.3 Power take-off operation Applies only to PTO driven equipment.
  • Page 18: Hydraulic System

    1.8.4 Hydraulic system 1. Warning: The hydraulic system is under high pressure. 2. Check the hydraulic hose pipes regularly and replace them when they are damaged, at the latest, however, every 6 years! The replacement hose pipes must correspond to the technical requirements of the equipment manufacturer.
  • Page 19: Safety When Not In Use And In Storage

    Safety when not in use and in storage 1. Store the device in a safe place. 2. Never allow children to play on or around the device. 3. Never couple or decouple the device on anything but firm, dry and level ground. This reduces the risk of overturning or sinking into soft ground or mud.
  • Page 20: Safety Instructions For Round Balers

    1.11 Safety instructions for round balers 1. This documentation and the UVV [Decree concerning Accident Prevention] VSG 1.1 vom 01.01.2002 of the Landwirtschaftliche Berufsgenossenschaft [Agricultural Professional Association] contains general safety instructions. 2. The round baler is to be attached to the tractor before start-up. (Risk of overturning when the tailgate is opened).
  • Page 21: Technical Data

    Technical data General l o r s t i - e l n i t o r t t i n r o t o r t o r t i t p ) l a h t i r h t i t p ) l a n i t...
  • Page 22: Measuring Noise

    i l l t d i i r f e l l r e l i l l c i l y t i s u j c i l c i r i t a c i t i t p ) l a i t p v i t...
  • Page 23: General Description

    General description How the round baler functions The functions of the roll-baler are controlled via the control box (installed in the tractor cab), machine box (on the right-hand side of the machine), and a single- and double-acting controller. The functions lift/lower pick-up and swivel cutting knives in/out (only featured on 125 OC) are preselected by way of a hydraulic multi-way valve plus pull rope in the tractor cab.
  • Page 24: Important Components Of The Round Baler

    Important components of the round baler Control box Hydraulic cables - 1 single-acting control unit - 1 double-acting control unit Drawbar with ring hitch, precisely adjustable WWE wide-angle universal drive shaft with wedge clutch (on device) / shear bolt Stand, pivoted with adjustable crank baffle plate Pick-up - feeler wheel, height adjustable 2 x 5 ways Pick-up...
  • Page 25: Installation And Adjustments

    Installation and adjustments Danger! Adjusting, maintenance and repair work is only to be carried out when the motor is switched off and the machine is at a standstill. Remove ignition key. Tractor equipment necessary The necessary PTO shaft speed to operate the round baler is 540 rpm.
  • Page 26: Mounting The Control Box

    4.2. Mounting the control box To mount the control box, the clamp clip (a) is mounted in a clearly visible position on the safety frame/roll bar or on the centre bar of the tractor cab. If not in use the control box can be attached to a special support on the left hand drawbar side, next to the front panel.
  • Page 27: Universal Drive Shaft, Coupling

    Universal drive shaft, coupling The Roundbaler is supplied with a WWE wide-angle cardan shaft with integrated shear-bolt coupling. Shearing-bolt breakage in the event of baling press overload instantly switches the driving torque to „zero“, thereby interrupting power transmission and stopping the machine.
  • Page 28: Adjusting The Bale Density

    To check and correct the length, proceed as follows: hitch the round baler to the tractor, drawbar must be set as described in Section 4.3, pull apart the universal drive shaft and mount the halves to the tractor and machine, hold the universal drive shaft halves under each other, when taking all curves and when driving straight,...
  • Page 29: Adjusting The Tailgate Sensor

    4.5.1 Adjusting the tailgate sensor The tailgate sensor is located on the right hand side of the machine above the locking hook of the tailgate. The basic adjustment of the sensor (factory adjustment for straw) has to be checked as follows: Close the tailgate.
  • Page 30: Setting Pick-Up

    Setting pick-up 4.6.1 Setting pick-up height The pick-up is raised and lowered hydraulically using the tractor control unit. The pick-up height is adjustable unsing the two gauge wheels. The height at which material is lifted up cleanly is to be set in accordance with the ground conditions and the quality of the baling material.
  • Page 31: Adjusting The Pick Up Baffle Plate

    4.6.3 Adjusting the pick up baffle plate To ensure the best possible flow of product, a stop plate are available as options. The predominant pressing conditions should be taken into account. These items can also be retro-fitted. This baffle plate can be adjusted for height by means of two chains.
  • Page 32: Operation

    Operation The hydraulic functions “pick-up” (a) and “cutting mechanism” (b) are preselected by using the single acting control unit. To preselect the desired function, pull the Bowden cable acting on the diverter valve located on the left hand front side of the machine. Use the double acting control unit to open or close the tailgate.
  • Page 33: Machine Box

    5.1.2 Machine box The machine box is located under the hood at the front of the machine on the right-hand side. The box houses the electronic control for twine and net tying. Description of the functions: A Activation of emergency mode for twine tying B normal operating condition, system activated electrically.
  • Page 34: Reset

    Note: In the automatic tying mode and with the control box switched on, the tying process starts running as soon as the rear door is opened. In the net wrapping mode, there is an alarm message. Than switch off/on the control box. 5.1.5 Reset In the event of a tying malfunction, the reset function enables the verification of all zero settings and...
  • Page 35 Net tying: Adjust the switch on the machine box from the zero position to the net setting (position C). Adjust the switch (1) on the control box to the emergency mode (II) setting. Flick the toggle switch (10) on the control box to ∇to activate net feed-in.
  • Page 36: Autoplus

    Autoplus 5.2.1 Controller The control box is mounted on the tractor. It contains the controller for the twine binding and net wrapping. Description of the functions: Switches the controller on and off Selector switch for manual and automatic mode. - Automatic mode: Binding starts automatically when the maximum baling pressure is reached (100%) Start of manual binding cycle...
  • Page 37: Displays During The Operating Cycle

    The „AutoPlus“ must be installed in the tractor cab as described in chapter 4.2. The hydraulic functions for the pick-up and cutter assembly are actuated by the single-acting controller (double-acting on 0C23). Only one function can be preselected on the AutoPlus at a time.
  • Page 38: Setting The Binding System

    5.2.3 Setting the binding system Setting the number of twine/netting wraps: The number of twine/netting wraps is set with the pushbutton. • Net: By pressing key (5) repeatedly, the number of netting wraps is displayed in numbers 1 to 3 on the display.
  • Page 39: Automatic / Manual Binding Start

    5.2.4 Automatic / manual binding start Automatic or manual binding start is selected with the pushbutton on the control box. Automatic mode In automatic mode, binding is automatically started when a preadjusted baling density is reached. (Signal sounds and indication on the display) Stop tractor immediately! The start of binding is indicated by a symbol on the display.
  • Page 40: Bale Counter

    5.2.5 Bale counter By pressing the Info key you can switch between the daily counter display and the total bale counter display. If the daily counter display is selected and the Info key is pressed for longer than 4 seconds, the counter is reset to 0.
  • Page 41: Fault Indications (Error)

    5.2.7 Fault indications (Error): During operation the essential functions are monitored and any occurring faults are indicated by a message on the display. A horn signal also sounds. The indication flashes on the display until the fault has been eliminated. Net not running Cause: Net roll empty...
  • Page 42: Opticut' Cutting System (Only 125 Oc14)

    ‘Opticut’ cutting system (only 125 OC14) 5.4.1 General The conveying drum (1) with its double conveying tines configured in a spiral (2) ensure that the cutting blades (3) cut in an even and drawn manner. With the Opticut cutting system, you have the option to cut the crop at a theoretical cutting length of 70 mm at a maximum of 14 cutting points.
  • Page 43: Changing The Blades

    5.4.2 Changing the blades Danger! During all work on the cutting system, switch off the engine and wait for the machine to come to a complete standstill. Close the cutting system hydraulics with the shut-off tap. Always wear protective gloves when working with the blades and never touch the blades on the cutting edge.
  • Page 44: Adjusting The Cutting Angle

    5.4.3 Adjusting the cutting angle Blade shaft, pos. 1 - steep cutting angle for ‘precision cutting’ Blade shaft, pos. 2 - obtuse cutting angle for ‘normal cutting’ (approx. 20% lower power consumption) Adjusting the cutting angle from ‘normal cutting’ to ‘precision cutting’: Move out the cutting system hydraulically, switch off the tractor engine...
  • Page 45: Binding

    Binding 5.5.1 General Both a net wrapping and twine binding system are available for the round baler. The baler can be fitted with either one or both binding processes. If necessary, the crop can be wrapped using both binding processes one after the other.
  • Page 46 Danger! When inserting new twine rolls and when threading the twine, switch off the tractor engine and wait for the machine to come to a standstill. Remove the ignition key. Threading twine: Guide the ends of the threads from the yarn rolls out of the yarn container(s) through the breakthroughs shown in the illustration Guide the ends of the threads through the yarn brakes (caution: different spring tension for one or two threads)
  • Page 47: Net Wrapping

    The twine wrapping system does not require any maintenance. Correct length of the twine carriage tensioning chain: 44 mm. Chain has to tensioned if lengthening occurs. Note: In automatic mode, it is advisable to continue on past the stop signal for several meters depending on the swath size.
  • Page 48: Tailgate

    Loading a new net reel; threading the net: Fold back the tensioning lever (1). WARNING! The lever is spring loaded! Place the net reel in the net box; observe the wrapping direction! Place the net over the guiding pipes; see fig. Gather together the beginning of the net to half its width and press between the rubber roller (2) and the aluminium roller (3).
  • Page 49: Rotor Coupling

    Rotor coupling When the conveying roller / cutting system is blocked, the wedge clutch switches the torque to ‘zero’. If the blockage can not be cleared by restarting the PTO shaft at a speed less than 200 rpm, the conveying channel is to be freed of blocked crop by reversing the conveying roller.
  • Page 50: Hitching To The Tractor And Road Travel

    Hitching to the tractor and road travel Hitch the round baler to the tractor, see Section 4.3 for drawbar adjustment, Mount the universal drive shaft, see Section 4.4, prevent from turning incorrectly by using the retaining chain, Connect up all hydraulic hoses and power supply cables, Turn prop stand up to the limit stop, remove safety pin, fold up prop stand, fit safety pin at the bottom...
  • Page 51 Before staring work: Insert twine, net, and thread Adjust the height of pick-up feeler wheels Adjust the pick-up spring suspension Pre-select the bale density Reset the daily bale counter to zero Select the binding option Cutting system on/off PTO shaft speed 540 rpm/1000 rpm Driving: Make sure that the bale chamber is filled with crop optimally to make the most of the round baler’s...
  • Page 52: Storing The Round Baler

    Tips for practical use: Number of hoops: for optimum bale consistency, it is advisable to have more hoops for straw than for green products. Pressing density: as a general rule, more pressing pressure for moist/ wet products, less for dryer products. Pressing pressure: for very dry, brittle straw, reduce the pressing density or swivel out the blades to prevent a...
  • Page 53: Winter Storage

    5.11 Winter storage Clean the baler of crop remains and dirt, Check the round baler for wear and damage and have it repaired, Position the control box at the envisaged point under the front hood. Release the net separating knife. WARNING! Do not reach into the area of the net separating knife.
  • Page 54: Service And Maintenance

    Service and maintenance Danger! Never carry out adjustment or repair work, or service and maintenance work, on the machine when in operation. Switch off the tractor engine, remove the ignition key and wait for the machine to come to a standstill before working on moving machine parts. Shut the hydraulic shut-off tap before entering the bale chamber.
  • Page 55: Lubrication

    Lubrication 1 PTO shaft - lubricate all bearings (grease nipples) regularly / as required, and grease the sliding parts. 2 Gearbox - 1.3 litres gear oil SAE 90, only in case of repair 3 chains - central lubrication system (optional), keep the plastic tank fullfilled - check daily 4 opticut rotor - 2 x bearings after cleaning the baler by high pressure cleaning equipment...
  • Page 56: Accessories

    Accessories Central chain lubrication device To reduce the amount of maintenance needed for the drive chains, an automatic chain central lubrication device is provided as optional equipment. The oil level in the lubricant container is to be checked daily. If necessary, the adhesive oil for the chain (biological chain oil) should be topped up.
  • Page 57: Trouble Shooting

    Trouble shooting Danger! Before any elimination of malfunctions stop the pto and the tractor engine. Remove the ignition key and wait for all movable components to be at a complete stop. Never try to eliminate a problem while the machine is running. Fault Possible cause Remedy...
  • Page 58 Permanent tail gate Tail gate not completely closed Close tail gate open s ignal Dirt build-up between tail gate and Remove build-up and clean area machine frame Tail gate sensor faulty Check LED in machine box or consult specialist workshop Magnet in area of tail gate sensor missing Replace magnet Magnet incorrectly installed Consult specialist workshop...
  • Page 59: A Appendix

    Appendix Torque values for international metric thread joints All bolted joints must be torqued in accordance with the values given in this table unless otherwise indicated. On this machine „8.8“ is both the standard and minimum quality used. Attention! When lock bolts or lock nuts are used the given value must be increased by 10%. r o f a i r y t i l...
  • Page 61 Kverneland Group Gottmadingen GmbH & Co. KG Hauptstraße 99 78244 Gottmadingen Germany Tel. +49 7731 788 0 Fax +49 7731 788 353 effective from ident. nr. (PIN) 6838 501- 6833 1001- 6837 501- 1661 7716. EN_05_2006 © 2006 Kverneland Group Gottmadingen...

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