Kemper 490plus Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
490plus Rotary Harvesting Unit
OMKM121433 ISSUE K9
(ENGLISH)
Maschinenfabrik Kemper GmbH & Co. KG
European Edition
PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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  • Page 1 Rotary harvesting unit plus OPERATOR'S MANUAL 490plus Rotary Harvesting Unit OMKM121433 ISSUE K9 (ENGLISH) Maschinenfabrik Kemper GmbH & Co. KG European Edition PRINTED IN U.S.A.
  • Page 2 Use in any other way is considered as contrary to the other languages. To order, see your KEMPER dealer. intended use. The manufacturer accepts no liability for THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE CONSIDERED a permanent...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Park Machine Safely.........05-10 Multi-Speed Gearbox and Quick Coupler ..25-8 Connect the wiring harness ........25-9 Connect Hydraulic Hoses ........25-9 Safety Decals Replace CLAAS Tray with KEMPER Tray..25-9 Pictorial Safety Signs..........10-1 Replace Safety Signs .........10-1 Detaching the Rotary Harvesting Unit Operator's Manual ..........10-1 Repair and Maintenance ........10-2...
  • Page 4 Lubricant Storage ..........50-2 Rotary Harvesting Unit 490 ......65-1 At the Start of Every Harvesting Season ....50-3 Sound level............65-1 Use Genuine KEMPER Parts ......50-3 EU Declaration of Conformity ......65-2 At the Start of Every Harvesting Season—Spherical Collar Bolts .....50-3 Serial Number At the Start of Every Harvesting Rotary Harvesting Unit Serial Number Plate ..70-1...
  • Page 5: Pre-Delivery Inspection

    Pre-delivery Inspection Predelivery Checklist After the rotary harvesting unit has been completely □ All the gear cases have been filled with the correct assembled, inspect it to be sure it is in good running order quantity of the correct oil/grease/coolant (see Lubrication before delivering it to the customer.
  • Page 6: After-Sale Checklist

    Pre-delivery Inspection After-Sale 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 KM00321,0000710 -19-21DEC17-1/1 00-1 120519 PN=7...
  • Page 8: Safety Measures

    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 Measures Observe Road Traffic Regulations Always observe local road traffic regulations when using public roads. FX,ROAD -19-01MAY91-1/1 Operator Ability and/or controls, and operating the machine properly and safely. • Machine owners must make sure that operators • Never allow a child or an untrained person to operate are responsible, trained, have read the operating the machine.
  • Page 10: Prepare For Emergencies

    Safety Measures Prepare for Emergencies Be prepared if a fire starts. Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher handy. Keep emergency numbers for doctors, ambulance service, hospital, and fire department near your telephone. DX,FIRE2 -19-03MAR93-1/1 Wear Protective Clothing Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment appropriate to the job.
  • Page 11: Stay Clear Of The Intake Area

    Safety Measures Stay Clear of the Intake Area To avoid entanglement, do not feed crop into the machine by hand or foot. Do not attempt to clear obstructions while the machine is running. The feed rolls can feed crop material in faster than you can release your grip on the material.
  • Page 12: Store Attachments Safely

    Safety Measures Store Attachments Safely Stored attachments such as dual wheels, cage wheels, and loaders can fall and cause serious injury or death. Securely store attachments and implements to prevent falling. Keep playing children and bystanders away from storage area. DX,STORE -19-03MAR93-1/1 Practice Safe Maintenance Understand service procedure before doing work.
  • Page 13: Stay Clear Of Rotating Drivelines

    Safety Measures Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines Entanglement in rotating driveline can cause serious injury or death. Keep all shields in place at all times. Make sure rotating shields turn freely. Wear close-fitting clothing. Stop the engine and be sure that all rotating parts and drivelines are stopped before making adjustments, connections, or performing any type of service on engine or machine driven equipment.
  • Page 14: Avoid High-Pressure Fluids

    Safety Measures Avoid High-Pressure Fluids Escaping oil under pressure can have sufficient pressure to penetrate the skin, causing serious personal injury. Avoid the hazard by relieving pressure before disconnecting hydraulic or other lines. Check and tighten all connections before applying pressure. Hydraulic oil escaping from pin-holes is difficult to detect, so use a piece of cardboard to search for leaks.
  • Page 15: Remove Paint Before Welding Or Heating

    Avoid High-Pressure Jet on Safety Decals Pressurized water can remove or damage safety decals. Avoid to direct high-pressure jet on safety decals. Immediately replace missing or damaged safety decals. Replacement safety decals are available from your KEMPER dealer. CC1021545 KM00321,00001A5 -19-16JUN09-1/1 05-8 120519...
  • Page 16: Decommissioning - Proper Recycling And Disposal Of Fluids And Components

    • Contact your local environmental or recycling center, or or ordinances governing the handling or disposal of your KEMPER dealer for information on the proper way waste fluids (example: oil, fuel, coolant, brake fluid); to recycle or dispose of waste.
  • Page 17: Park Machine Safely

    Safety Measures Park Machine Safely Before working on the machine: • Lower all equipment to the ground. • Stop the engine and remove the key. • Disconnect the battery ground strap. • Hang a "DO NOT OPERATE" tag in operator station. DX,PARK -19-04JUN90-1/1 05-10 120519...
  • Page 18: 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 19: Repair And Maintenance

    Safety Decals Repair and Maintenance Before carrying out adjustment, repair and maintenance work, shut off forage harvester engine and remove ignition key. KM00321,0000713 -19-08JAN18-1/1 Rotating Blades Do not touch any moving machine parts. Wait for all moving parts to come to a standstill. The rotating blades are not immediately stopped when the machine is shut down.
  • Page 20: Folding Area Of The Rotary Harvesting Unit

    Safety Decals Folding Area of the Rotary Harvesting Unit 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 21: Rotating Drums

    Safety Decals Rotating Drums Stay clear of rotating drums. Risk of injury! Arms, legs or loose clothing might become caught by the rotating drums when in operation. Always keep the required safety distance from the rotating drums. Wait for all moving parts to come to a standstill. KM00321,0000717 -19-08JAN18-1/1 Crushing Danger Area Never reach into crushing danger area as long as side...
  • Page 22: Foldable Feed Bars

    Safety Decals Foldable Feed Bars Never reach into the crushing danger area as long as the feed bars are moving. Reaching into crushing danger area can cause serious personal injury. KM00321,000071B -19-08JAN18-1/1 Hydraulic Lines Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury.
  • Page 23: Input Transmission

    Safety Decals Input Transmission Stay clear of hot surfaces. KM00321,000071C -19-08JAN18-1/1 10-6 120519 PN=23...
  • Page 24: Haulage

    Haulage Haulage of the rotary harvesting unit - - attached to a forage harvester General Notes IMPORTANT: Never attempt to transport the rotary This rotary harvesting unit should be hauled only in the harvesting unit in another way as this may following way: cause machine damage.
  • Page 25 Haulage Lift the Rotary Harvesting Unit with a Crane A—Jackstands B—Suspension Points 1. Fold the rotary harvesting unit in. CAUTION: Make sure to use chains that meet 2. Make sure that jackstands (A) are pulled out and the weight requirements of the rotary harvesting secured in extended position.
  • Page 26: Loading With A Crane (Rotary Harvesting Unit Starting With Serial No. 135630)

    Haulage Loading with a Crane (rotary harvesting unit starting with Serial No. 135630) IMPORTANT: Before loading the rotary harvesting unit with a crane, it is essential to install the support (A) in the haulage position. Failure to do so will result in machine damage. 1.
  • Page 27 Haulage Lift the rotary harvesting unit with a crane A—Support B—Suspension Points 1. Folding the rotary harvesting unit. CAUTION: Make sure to use chains that meet 2. Make sure that support (A) is installed in the haulage the weight requirements of the rotary harvesting position as shown.
  • Page 28: Secure The Rotary Harvesting Unit For Transport (Lashing Points)

    Haulage Secure the Rotary Harvesting Unit for Transport (Lashing Points) Lashing points Lashing Points A—Bugee cords Continued on next page KM00321,000071E -19-10JAN18-1/2 15-5 120519 PN=28...
  • Page 29 Haulage Secure the rotary harvesting unit with bungee cords (A) on both sides as shown. Secure accessories with an additional bungee cord (optional). KM00321,000071E -19-10JAN18-2/2 15-6 120519 PN=29...
  • Page 30: Preparing The Rotary Harvesting Unit

    Preparing 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. KM00321,0000038 -19-01SEP08-1/1 Remove the Transport Pallet 1. Remove the bungee cord (A). 2. Loosen and remove screws (B) on both sides. 3.
  • Page 31: Bring The Shipping Stands To The Parking Position

    Preparing the Rotary Harvesting Unit Bring the shipping stands to the parking position NOTE: This measure has to be carried out only if the shipping stands have been pulled out for transport with the crane. 1. Push in the transport support (A) in the direction of the arrow.
  • Page 32: Attaching To A Claas Forage Harvester

    Attaching to a CLAAS Forage Harvester Compatibility Chart (Forage Harvesters, out the steps included in Section Prepare Types 498) 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 33: Attaching To A Type 498 Forage Harvester With Variable Header Drive

    4. When entering a serial number, enter released by Claas. IMPORTANT: Enter a serial number of a rotary harvesting unit that corresponds to the working width of the Kemper rotary harvesting unit. Continued on next page KM00321,00009B6 -19-14NOV19-2/4 25-2 120519...
  • Page 34 6. Depending on the model of the mower attachment, select following settings: Rotary harvesting unit Machine type Transmission Transport system model 490plus without chassis Orbis 900 3 speed transmission No transport system 490plus with chassis Orbis 900 3 speed transmission...
  • Page 35 Attaching to a CLAAS Forage Harvester A—Adapter cable B—Main wiring harness connector • 7. The adapter cable (A) must be removed from the Insert connector (B) of the main wiring harness Claas control unit (C) when the programming is directly to the Claas control unit. complete.
  • Page 36: Install Additional Wiring Harness (Only Forage Harvesters Of The Types 498)

    Attaching to a CLAAS Forage Harvester Install additional wiring harness (only forage harvesters of the types 498) NOTE: A wiring harness with an additional socket and connecting cable is supplied along with this rotary harvesting unit. This wiring harness is needed in order to fold the rotary harvesting unit.
  • Page 37 Attaching to a CLAAS Forage Harvester 3. Install the socket outlet (A) on the Claas forage harvester with screws (B). NOTE: The mounting position of the socket outlet varies and depends on the manufacture year of the forage harvester. A—Socket outlet B—Screws Mounting position of the socket outlet Mounting position of the socket outlet...
  • Page 38: Attaching To Claas Forage Harvesters

    Attaching to a CLAAS Forage Harvester Attaching to CLAAS Forage Harvesters 1. Drive the forage harvester close to the rotary harvesting unit's frame until latching hooks (A) protrude into brackets (D) of the attaching frame. 2. Remove pins (C) on both sides. 3.
  • Page 39: Rotary Harvesting Units With Multi-Speed Gearbox And Quick Coupler

    Attaching to a CLAAS Forage Harvester Rotary Harvesting Units with Multi-Speed Gearbox and Quick Coupler Adjust the quick coupler (only for initial use) 1. Make sure that attaching claw (A) on the rotary harvesting unit and attaching claw (B) on the forage harvester are in alignment.
  • Page 40: Connect The Wiring Harness

    This problem will be resolved by using the straight KEMPER tray (A). Installation: Remove CLAAS tray, slide in straight KEMPER tray (A) and attach it to support shaft (B). NOTE: When harvesting grass, remove the KEMPER tray.
  • Page 41: Detaching The Rotary Harvesting Unit

    Detaching 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. 3.
  • Page 42: Transport

    Transport Driving on Public Roads regulations when driving the forage harvester on public roads. CAUTION: When driving on public roads or Fold the outer sections for transport according to the local highways at night or during the day, observe local regulations.
  • Page 43: Driving On Public Roads (Rotary Harvesting Units With Comfort Support Wheel)

    (B). is covered with protective curtains (A). IMPORTANT: Driving on public roads with a 490plus rotary harvesting unit attached KM00321,0000725 -19-12JAN18-1/1 35-2 120519 PN=43...
  • Page 44: Driving On Public Roads (Rotary Harvesting Units Without Comfort Support Wheel)

    Transport Driving on Public Roads (Rotary Harvesting Units without Comfort Support Wheel) When driving on public roads, the entire area around the dividers must be secured by accident prevention device (A) and protective curtains (B). Installation: 1. After the rotors have come to a complete stop, unfold the side sections.
  • Page 45: Operating The Rotary Harvesting Unit

    Operating the Rotary Harvesting Unit Rotary Harvesting Unit Method of Operation A—Feeder house drum D—Direction of Crop G—Cross feed drums B—Intake bar E—Feed drum H—Feed teeth C—Feed teeth F— Feed teeth I— Rotating blade The rotary harvesting unit is designed to harvest maize. conveyed along the guides and scrapers to the feed Due to its capabilities, the rotary harvesting unit can be drums (E).
  • Page 46: Operating The Rotary Harvesting Unit - General Use

    Operating the Rotary Harvesting Unit Operating the Rotary Harvesting Unit - Operating the Rotary Harvesting Unit General Use Once the cutterhead is turning at the correct speed, and Starting the Forage Harvester the rotary cutters are at the appropriate speed, drive into the standing crop.
  • Page 47: Feeder House Drum Operating Speeds

    Operating the Rotary Harvesting Unit Feeder House Drum Operating Speeds NOTE: The speed at which the feeder house drums operate varies depending on crop density, crop type and forage harvester version. NOTE: The speed at which the gathering drums operate can be adjusted.
  • Page 48: Adjusting Gear Selection With Multi-Speed Gearbox For Claas Forage Harvesters

    Operating the Rotary Harvesting Unit Adjusting Gear Selection with Multi-Speed Gearbox for CLAAS Forage Harvesters The multi-speed drive for CLAAS forage harvesters has 4 speeds. The first 2 speeds are selected by turning nut (B) on the outside of the drive. The entire multi-speed drive can be rotated so that 2 more speeds (A) can be selected.
  • Page 49: Lengths Of Cut And Gear Selection With Multi-Speed Drive For Claas Forage Harvesters

    Operating the Rotary Harvesting Unit 3. Rotate drive (C) through 180°. NOTE: The gearbox can be rotated without taking it off. 4. Tighten hex socket screws (D) to specification. Specification Gearbox, Hex Socket Screws—Torque............95 N·m (70 lb.-ft.) 5. Re-install universal-jointed shaft (E) and shield (F). C—Gearbox E—Universal-Jointed Shaft D—Hex Socket Screws...
  • Page 50: Harvesting

    Operating the Rotary Harvesting Unit Harvesting Before the harvest, do the following: • Unfold the rotary harvesting unit • Adjust the feed bars • Adjust the speed at which the feeder house drums operate IMPORTANT: Avoid unnecessary wear at the clutches. Always select forward gear from the idle setting.
  • Page 51: Troubleshooting

    Reverse the gathering drums briefly. Reverse them repeatedly if necessary. Worn skid shoes Replace. Defective transmission Contact your KEMPER dealer. Transmission overheating Too much oil or too little oil in the Check oil level in the transmission and transmission add or drain oil as necessary.
  • Page 52: Lubrication And Periodic Service

    Lubrication and Periodic Service 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.
  • Page 53: Coolant For Main Drive Friction Clutch

    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. Re-refined base stock products may be used if the finished lubricant meets the performance requirements.
  • Page 54: At The Start Of Every Harvesting Season

    KEMPER. Installation and use of such products could have negative effects upon the design characteristics of KEMPER machines and thereby affect their safety. Avoid this risk by using only genuine KEMPER parts. KM00321,00002CD -19-03MAY10-1/1 At the Start of Every Harvesting Season—Spherical Collar Bolts...
  • Page 55: At The Start Of Every Harvesting Season-Transmission Mounting Flange Attaching Screws

    Lubrication and Periodic Service At the Start of Every Harvesting Season—Transmission Mounting Flange Attaching Screws Flange screws (A) at the transmission mounting flanges of feeder house drums must be tightened to the specified torque prior to each harvesting season. In subsequent operation, they must be tightened after every 50 hours of operation.
  • Page 56: At The Beginning Of Each Harvesting Season - Adjust Latch Of The Chassis

    Lubrication and Periodic Service At the beginning of each harvesting season — adjust latch of the chassis Insert a 35 mm (1.38 in.) diameter shaft (A) into jaw (B). Close Jaw (B) by folding the rotary harvesting unit up. IMPORTANT: To avoid damaging jaws and braces, slowly raise the rotary harvesting unit.
  • Page 57: General View Of Drives And Oil Levels On The Rotary Harvesting Unit

    Lubrication and Periodic Service General View of Drives and Oil Levels on the Rotary Harvesting Unit A—Oil drain screw 2— Bevel gear drive - 1.5 L (0.4 4— Spur-gear angle drive - 1.1 L B—Oil filler plug US. gal.) (0.29 US. gal.) C—Vent 3—...
  • Page 58: Overview Of Oil Levels In Input Transmission

    Lubrication and Periodic Service Overview of Oil Levels in Input Transmission Rotary harvesting units for CLAAS forage harvesters A—Bevel gear drive for B—4-gear multi-speed quick-coupler - 1.2 L (0.32 transmission - 1.25 L (0.33 U.S. gal.) U.S. gal.) Bevel gear drive for quick-couplers 4-gear multi-speed transmission KM00321,0000731 -19-06MAR18-1/1 Every 10 Hours of Operation—Cleaners and...
  • Page 59: Every 10 Operating Hours-Balance Weights

    Lubrication and Periodic Service Every 10 Operating Hours—Balance Weights Check balance weights (A) beneath the outer blade rotors for wear. Replace any damaged or worn balance weights and screws. Install screws with Loctite® 270 and tighten to the specified torque. Specification Balance weight mounting screws—Torque ............
  • Page 60: Every 50 Hours-Lower Pin Of Hydraulic Cylinder And Pivots Of The Outer Units

    Lubrication and Periodic Service Every 50 Hours—Lower Pin of Hydraulic Cylinder and Pivots of the Outer Units Lubricate with grease. KM00321,0000733 -19-22JAN18-1/1 Every 50 hours of operation—Upper rollers of the tilt frame (rotary harvesting units for CLAAS forage harvesters) Lubricate with grease. KM00321,000073A -19-24JAN18-1/1 Every 50 hours of operation—Lower rollers of the tilt frame (rotary harvesting units for...
  • Page 61: Every 50 Hours Of Operation-Spring-Loaded Pins

    Lubrication and Periodic Service Every 50 hours of operation—Spring-loaded pins Lubricate with grease. KM00321,0000734 -19-22JAN18-1/1 Every 50 hours of operation—Axle pins of the outer units Lubricate with grease. KM00321,0000735 -19-22JAN18-1/1 50-10 120519 PN=61...
  • Page 62: Every 50 Operating Hours-Fold Cylinders

    Lubrication and Periodic Service Every 50 operating hours—Fold cylinders Clean the area beneath the fold cylinders (A) on both sides and remove harvest residues. A—Fold cylinder KM00321,00008C1 -19-05MAR19-1/1 50-11 120519 PN=62...
  • Page 63: Every 50 Operating Hours-Latch Jaws

    Lubrication and Periodic Service Every 50 operating hours—Latch jaws Clean the latch jaws (A). A—Latch jaws KM00321,00008C2 -19-05MAR19-1/1 50-12 120519 PN=63...
  • Page 64: Every 3 Years-Change Coolant Of Main Drive Friction Clutch

    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 65: After Each Harvesting Season

    After each harvesting season A—Indentations • Clean the entire rotary harvesting unit - pay particular from your KEMPER dealer, so that they can be installed attention to the indentations (A) in the feeder house in time for the next harvesting season. drums.
  • Page 66: Service

    Service Metric Bolt and Screw Torque Values TS1742 —UN—31MAY18 12.9 10.9 10.9 12.9 Class 4.8 Class 8.8 or 9.8 Class 10.9 Class 12.9 Bolt or Screw Size Hex Head Flange Head Hex Head Flange Head Hex Head Flange Head Hex Head Flange Head N·m lb·in...
  • Page 67: Check Main Drive Slip Clutches

    4. Loosen screws (C) as far as the threads allow (without removing them completely). 5. Position cover (A) and install it using screws (B). IMPORTANT: It is recommended to have the slip clutches checked once a year by the KEMPER dealer. KM00321,0000737 -19-23JAN18-2/2 55-2 120519 PN=67...
  • Page 68: Disassemble Slip Clutch

    Service 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 69: Installing New Rotating Blades

    Service Installing New Rotating Blades A—Yellow Blade C—Strap E—Cleaner (Clockwise) B—Black Blade D—Cleaner (Counterclockwise) F— Reinforcement 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 70: Adjusting The Dividers

    Service NOTE: Install cleaners (D) and (E) with their cutting edges pointing in the direction of cut. KM00321,00000DA -19-22DEC11-2/3 Tighten all attaching screws of blade segments and cleaners with the specified torque. Specification Screws (M8)—Torque ..............28 Nm 20.65 lb-ft Screws (M10)—Torque ..............51 Nm 37.62 lb-ft A—Screws (M8) B—Screws (M10)
  • Page 71: Checking Adjustment Of Scrapers (Inner Drums)

    Service Checking Adjustment of Scrapers (Inner Drums) In order to prevent plugging in the intake channel, set the scrapers (A) as close as possible to the feeder house drums. The scrapers might touch the drums slightly. To adjust scraper (A), loosen screws (B) and (C). NOTE: Screw (C) is located underneath the machine.
  • Page 72: Check Condition Of Cleaners

    Service Check Condition of Cleaners Check condition of the cleaners (A) frequently. Replace worn parts. Damaged cleaners unnecessarily burden the drive and may cause malfunction of the rotary harvesting unit. A—Cleaner KM00321,00003EB -19-16MAR15-1/2 Check condition of the cleaners (B) frequently. Replace worn parts.
  • Page 73: Cleaning Rotary Harvesting Unit

    Service Cleaning Rotary Harvesting Unit Remove loose shredded material with pressurized air and/or a hand brush. When using high pressure/steam cleaners, keep a minimum distance (X) of 250 mm (9.84 in.). Refer to specifications for the maximum temperature and maximum pressure. Specification High pressure/steam cleaner—Max.
  • Page 74: 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 -19-12JUN09-1/1 Start of New Season •...
  • Page 75: Technical Specifications

    All missing or damaged safety-related components, including safety Periodically inspect and review the machine in conjunction signs, should be repaired or replaced before operating. with your Kemper dealer. The review may result KM00321,000073C -19-24JAN18-1/1 plus Rotary Harvesting Unit 490 ..........................
  • Page 76: Eu Declaration Of Conformity

    Technical specifications EU Declaration of Conformity Kemper GmbH & Co.KG Am Breul D-48703 Stadtlohn, Germany The person named below declares that the product Machine type: Rotary harvesting unit plus Model: 490 fulfills all relevant provisions and essential requirements of the following directives:...
  • Page 77: Serial Number

    Serial Number Rotary Harvesting Unit Serial Number Plate A—Type D—Weight B—Model Designation E—Year of Construction C—Product Identification F— Model Year Number KM00321,00000DF -19-22DEC11-1/1 Serial Number When ordering parts, always quote the rotary harvesting unit serial number. The serial number is on a plate at the right-hand side of the attaching frame.
  • Page 78 Serial Number 70-2 120519 PN=78...
  • Page 79 Index Page Page Checking the rotary harvesting unit ......40-6 Clear blockages ............40-2 Alternative lubricants ..........50-2 Clear Blockages............40-2 Attaching Crop flow..............40-6 Attaching to CLAAS forage harvesters ....25-7 Reversing..............40-2 Attaching to CLAAS Forage Harvesters Haulage Rotary Harvesting Units with Lashing points............
  • Page 80 Index Page Page Serial Number............. 70-1 Serial Number Plate ........... 70-1 Shipping Stands ............20-2 Preparing the forage harvester Slip clutch Ballasting ..............25-1 Disassemble ............55-3 Preparing the Rotary Harvesting Unit Main drive ............55-2, 55-3 Bring the shipping stands to the parking position ... 20-2 Maintenance ............

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