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PZ280F / PZ320F O p e r a t i o n m a n u a l Issue 10/2009 Date of printing 7.2010 Language From machinenumber (PIN) 01FR01 / 01FP01 Serial number (PSN) VGFR000001 / VGFP000001 Reference number ZNA043EN...
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Phone +31 40 2893300 KUHN is continually striving to improve its products and, therefore, reserves the right to make improvements or changes when it becomes practical to do so, without incurring any obligations to make changes or additions to the equipment sold before.
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À e o y Pokud obdr_íte tento návod v jazyce, kterému pracovník obsluhy stroje nerozumí, spojte se s Vašim prodejcem. Hvis du har modtaget manualen på et sprog, som operatøren af maskinen ikke forstår, skal du kontakte forhandleren. Sollten Sie diese Betriebsanleitung in einer Sprache erhalten haben, die der Bediener dieser Maschine nicht versteht, kontaktieren Sie bitte Ihren Händler.
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Jei š vadov gavote kalba, kurios mašinos operatorius nesupranta, kreipkit s platintoj . Ja sa emtâ rokasgrâmata ir ma înas operatoram nesaprotamâ valodâ, sazinieties ar tirgotâju. Jekk dan il-manwal ji i r evut f’lingwa li ma tkunx tista’ tinftiehem mill-operatur tal-magna, ikkuntattja lill-a ent tieg ek Als u deze handleiding heeft ontvangen in een taal die voor de bediener van de machine niet begrijpelijk is, raadpleeg uw dealer.
Table of contents Table of contents Preface ............. 6 Preparation at the field ........ 41 Target group of this operation manual Safety Training Change settings Symbols used Set into operating mode Cutting height adjustment Safety instructions ......... 8 Ground pressure adjustment For your safety Ground adaptation adjustment Safety decals...
Preface Preface This operation manual is directed at trained farmers and individuals T a r g e t g r o u p o f who are otherwise qualified to perform agricultural activities and who t h i s o p e r a t i o n have received instruction to handle the machine.
Preface In this operation manual the following symbols and terms are used: S y m b o l s u s e d • A dot accompanies each item in a list. > A triangle indicates operating functions which have to be executed. ...
Safety instructions Safety instructions This chapter contains general safety instructions. Each chapter of the F o r y o u r s a f e t y operation manual contains additional specific safety instructions which are not described in this chapter. Observe the safety instructions: •...
Safety instructions The machine has safety decals for indicating attention to dangers. The S a f e t y d e c a l s labels may not be removed. Keep all safety decals clean and legible. In case safety decals are damaged, perished or lost, order new decals as spare parts and affix them on the machine.
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Safety instructions Close shields and guards prior to operate the machine M e a n i n g o f t h e s a f e t y Keep al shields and covers closed while the machine is running. d e c a l s Do not open or remove any shield or guard untill the machine has come to a complete standstill.
Safety instructions Only qualified personnel W h o i s a l l o w e d t o Only qualified personnel who have been informed about the dangers o p e r a t e t h e associated with handling the machine are permitted to operate, service or repair the machine.
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Safety instructions Do not modify the machine No modifications whatsoever may be made to the machine. Unauthorized modifications can impair safety and effect the life time of the machine. It even renders the manufacturer’s guarantee null and void and frees the manufacturer from all liability. Fire hazards when welding When welding, be careful of any fire or combustion hazards caused by sprayed metal and sparks.
Safety instructions Increased risk of injury H i t c h i n g t h e While hitching the machine to the tractor there is an increased danger m a c h i n e of injury. Therefore always: •...
Safety instructions Obey the maximum permissible mass, permissible axle loads T r a c t o r l o a d s and permissible tyre loads. Attaching machines to the front or to the rear 3-point linkage may never result in: •...
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Safety instructions The actual front axle load can be determined by: A c t u a l f r o n t a x l e l o a d • weighing. • calculation: D x (F + G + H) D x (F + G +H) = ..
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Safety instructions The actual tyre load can be found by dividing the corresponding actual A c t u a l t y r e l o a d axle load by 2. The actual tyre load may never exceed the maximum permissible tyre load.
Safety instructions Hydraulic couplings only pressureless H y d r a u l i c s Only connect hydraulic hoses to the tractor hydraulic system if the tractor and machine’s hydraulic system is pressureless. A pressurized hydraulic system can trigger unforeseen movements at the machine and may cause serious damage or fatal injury.
Safety instructions Ensure road safety R o a d t r a n s p o r t If you intend to transport the machine on public roads, the machine and the combination of tractor and machine have to comply to current Road Traffic Act’s requirements.
Safety instructions First use only after instruction O p e r a t i o n It is not allowed to operate the machine until distribution company employees, company representatives or manufacturer’s employees have given instruction. If initial operation is performed without instruction, damage to the machine can be caused by operating errors and accidents can occur.
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Safety instructions Cornering and turning manoeuvres Centrifugal forces will occur during cornering. The machine’s centre of gravity at the rear end of the tractor will be displaced. Be aware of the turning radius and the moment of inertia. PTO rotates after disengaging After disengaging or switching off the PTO, the machine will continue running because of inertia.
Safety instructions Increased risk of injury U n h i t c h i n g t h e An increased risk of injuries occurs when unhitching the machine from m a c h i n e the tractor. Therefore: •...
Safety instructions Observe the care and maintenance instructions M a i n t e n a n c e Observe the prescribed intervals for maintenance, checks and inspections specified in this manual. If maintenance, checks and inspections are not complied with, damage to the machine or accidents can occur.
Safety instructions Caution when cleaning with a high-pressure cleaner Avoid damage to the machine; bearings, seals and pipe unions may not be contacted by the high pressure water jets. No corrosive washing additives Do not use any corrosive washing additives for cleaning. Bright metal surfaces can be damaged.
Familiarize yourself with the machine Familiarize yourself with the machine This chapter contains the following information: G e n e r a l • Range of applications and properties. • Technical specifications. This machine is designed for cutting of (non-)ligneous plants, mainly P r o d u c t grasses.
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T e c h n i c a l s p e c i f i c a t i o n s D i m e n s i o n s / M a s s PZ280F PZ320F Mass (kg) with fixed hitch frame...
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Familiarize yourself with the machine M a c h i n e s p e c i f i c a t i o n s PZ280F PZ320F Number of mowing drums Number of blades Number of skid saucers Cutting height adjustment...
Delivery and preparation Delivery and preparation The machine will arrive fully assembled. Check the machine after C h e c k t h e s c o p e delivery for loose or missing parts. In case parts are not assembled o f d e l i v e r y please contact your dealer.
Hitching the machine Hitching the machine Wear safety shoes S a f e t y During all work at the machine never bring your feet under the machine and always wear safety shoes. Wearing safety shoes prevents and decreases the risk of serious injuries. Before hitching the machine always: •...
Hitching the machine The machine is factory fitted with a fixed hitch frame, an oscillating H i t c h i n g hitch frame or a floating hitch frame. Hitching the machine is described in case the Accord hitch frame is already attached to the tractor.
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Hitching the machine O s c i l l a t i n g h i t c h f r a m e T r a c t o r w i t h o u t f r o n t h i t c h - i n t e g r a t e d g r o u n d p r e s s u r e c o m p e n s a t i o n >...
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Hitching the machine T r a c t o r w i t h f r o n t h i t c h - i n t e g r a t e d g r o u n d p r e s s u r e c o m p e n s a t i o n >...
Hitching the machine > Hitch the machine (2) to the Accord hitch frame (3). F l o a t i n g h i t c h f r a m e > Remove the locking pin (1) and place it in the holder. >...
Hitching the machine Do not use a hammer C o u p l i n g t h e p t o It is not allowed to use a hammer or equivalent tools to mount the PTO d r i v e s h a f t drive shaft.
Hitching the machine Hydraulic connections only pressureless H y d r a u l i c Only connect hydraulic hoses to the tractor when all hydraulic systems c o n n e c t i o n s are pressureless. Hydraulics under pressure can cause accidental movements of the machine with serious damage and injuries as a result.
Preparation for use Preparation for use Obey safety instructions S a f e t y Obey the safety instructions at the execution of all work. Any disregard for safety instructions can lead to serious or fatal injuries. »Safety instructions«, see page 8. Wear safety shoes During all jobs at the machine never bring your feet under the machine and always wear safety shoes, to decrease the risk of serious injuries.
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Preparation for use Always lock the ground adaptation mechanism when adjusting the top O s c i l l a t i n g h i t c h link. f r a m e > Always lock the ground adaptation mechanism before adjusting the top link, by tilting lever (1) in such a position that the lock pin (2) is in its lowest position.
Preparation for use When mowing long crop, install the crop transport strips (1) on both C r o p t r a n s p o r t outer drums to improve the crop feed-through. s t r i p s >...
Road transport Road transport Before road transport will take place, please read the following safety S a f e t y instructions. The compliance is mandatory and helps you to avoid accidents. Observe safety instructions Observe the safety instructions for carrying out all kind of jobs. Any disregard for safety instructions may lead to serious or fatal injuries.
Road transport Before road transport may take place, the mowing unit has to be P l a c e t h e m o w i n g placed in the transport position. u n i t i n t r a n s p o r t p o s i t i o n >...
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Road transport > Fold up and lock both lateral guards (1). F l o a t i n g h i t c h f r a m e > Lift the machine with use of the hydraulic cylinder. > Close the corresponding hydraulic valve at the tractor to lock the machine in its position.
Preparation at the field Preparation at the field Obey the safety instructions S a f e t y Obey the safety instructions at the execution of all work. Any disregard for safety instructions can lead to serious or deadly injuries. ...
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Preparation at the field P l a c e t h e m o w i n g u n i t i n t o o p e r a t i n g p o s i t i o n >...
Preparation at the field > Unlock and fold down both lateral guards (1). F l o a t i n g h i t c h f r a m e > Lower the machine with use of the hydraulic cylinder. >...
Preparation at the field At machines with the fixed and the oscillating hitch frame the ground G r o u n d p r e s s u r e pressure compensation can be set by compensation springs. a d j u s t m e n t At machines with the floating hitch frame the ground pressure compensation can be set by hydraulic cilinders.
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Preparation at the field O s c i l l a t i n g h i t c h f r a m e Tractor without front hitch-integrated ground pressure compensation. The compensation springs (1) are mounted with the lower side at the machine and with the upper side at the tractor with chains (2).
Preparation at the field The ground adaptation can only be set at machines with the G r o u n d a d a p t a t i o n oscillating and the floating hitch frame. a d j u s t m e n t >...
Preparation at the field The machine is equipped with two swath discs. S w a t h d i s c s Two extra swath disc can be mounted. »Optional equipment«, see page 68. The position of the swath discs can be adapted for making a small or S w a t h d i s c wide swath: a d j u s t m e n t...
Operation Operation Obey the safety instructions S a f e t y Obey the safety instructions at the execution of all work. Any disregard for safety instructions can lead to serious or fatal injuries. »Safety instructions«, see page 8. Carrying people and oblects on the machine is prohibited Neither persons nor objects are allowed to be transported at the machine at any time.
Operation M o w i n g > Switch on the PTO at a low tractor engine rpm, to avoid damages S t a r t m o w i n g to the machine driveline due to the mass inertia of machine parts. >...
Clean and care Clean and care After every use of the machine, empty and clean the machine off all C l e a n i n g accumulated crop and dirt. Cleaning can be done with a high pressure cleaner. Avoid bearings, seals, hydraulic parts and bolted joints from water permeation.
Parking and storage Parking and storage Obey the safety instructions S a f e t y Obey the safety instructions at the execution of all work. Any disregard for safety instructions can lead to serious or fatal injuries. »Safety instructions«, see page 8. The machine is no toy Store the machine in an area away from human activity.
Maintenance Maintenance Obey the safety instructions S a f e t y Obey the safety instructions at the execution of all work. Any disregard for safety instructions can lead to serious or fatal injuries. »Safety instructions«, see page 8. Searching for hydraulic oil leaks Never search for leaks by touching hydraulic hoses and hydraulic connections, even when your hands are protected with a protective skin cream or oil-resistant gloves.
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Maintenance Prior to carry out welding jobs Unhitch the machine from the tractor if possible and prevent it from rolling and sliding away before start welding. Otherwise always: • Switch off all hydraulic systems. • Switch off the engine and remove the ignition key. •...
Maintenance At all maintenance tasks, secure the machine in the operating G e n e r a l position. In case the transport position is required, this is mentioned separately. Direction specifications (left, right, front, rear) are always meant in D i r e c t i o n s relation to direction of travel.
Maintenance Before carry out maintenance or repairs always: M a i n t e n a n c e t a b l e • Clean the machine. »Clean and care«, see page 50. • Obey all safety instructions. ...
Maintenance Clean the machine always: C o m p l e t e m a c h i n e • After operation. • At the start of each season. • At the end of each season. • Before storage. ...
Maintenance T o r q u e s f o r b o l t e d Thread Torque value Spanner c o n n e c t i o n s size* 10.9 12.9 17 (15) 19 (17) 22 (19) 24 (22) 1180 1040...
Maintenance D r u m s Wear safety gloves M o w i n g b l a d e s Mowing blades are very sharp. Always wear safety gloves when handling mowing blades to prevent serious injuries. Check the mowing blade cutting edges for sharpness: •...
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Maintenance I n n e r d r u m s m o w i n g > Use the 3-point hitch to place the machine into operating position. b l a d e s r e p l a c e m e n t >...
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Maintenance > Use the 3-point hitch to place the machine into operating position. O u t e r m o w i n g b l a d e s > Fold up and lock the lateral guards (1). r e p l a c e m e n t >...
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Maintenance Check the condition of the mowing blade holders: M o w i n g b l a d e • At the start of the season. h o l d e r s • After change or replacement of mowing blades. Replace the mowing blade holders if: •...
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Maintenance > Unscrew the blade holder bolts (8). > Discard the blade holder bolts (8) and the spring washers (7). > Remove the wear plate (4), the cover (5) and the blade holders (6). > Install the wear plate (4), the cover (5) and the new blade holders (6).
Maintenance The machine is equipped with three gearboxes, a main gearbox (1) in G e a r b o x the middle of the frame and two outer gearboxes (2) above the outer drums. Each gearbox is filled with oil ...
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Maintenance Before checking the oil level always: O i l l e v e l • Place the machine fully horizontal. • Wait a few minutes for the oil is uniformely distributed in the gearbox, after operating or when the mowing unit is tilted horizontally from the transport position.
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Maintenance The oil changing procedure is the same for all gearboxes. O i l c h a n g e Always change the oil: • At the start of each season. • In case the corresponding gearbox was opened (for repair). To change the oil: >...
Maintenance Protective parts P T O d r i v e s h a f t All protective parts of the PTO drive shaft have to be in a proper and undamaged condition. Replace defective parts. An unprotected PTO drive shaft or damaged protective parts can cause serious injuries. Read and observe the manufacturer’s operation manual of the PTO drive shaft.
Maintenance H i t c h f r a m e Use a grease gun to press grease into the lubrication point (1). O s c i l l a t i n g h i t c h Lubricate the oscillating hitch frame: f r a m e •...
Optional equipment Optional equipment The optional equipment includes accessories (fitted afterwards) and G e n e r a l options (factory fitted). When ordering spare parts and accessories, always mention the machine identification numbers. Only use genuine (spare) parts and original accessories, because these parts are specially designed and thoroughly tested for the use at this machine.
Optional equipment The Flextop set improves the ground adaptation in hilly conditions. F l e x t o p s e t Only compatible with Accord hitch frame. A Frontflex improves the ground adaptation in hilly conditions, it F r o n t f l e x replaces the normal top link.
Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Before start to resolve problems, always secure the machine and G e n e r a l tractor from rolling away and unintentional operating. Always observe all safety instructions during maintenance and repair jobs. See also chapter maintenance. ...
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Solution Page • Bad mowing results Rpm too low > Increase the rpm • Left and right mowing blades > Switch the left and right siwtched mowing blades • Mowing blades are blunt or > Mount the mowing blades damaged upside down >...
Disposal of the machine At the end of the machine’s lifetime, the individual components have Disposal of the machine to be disposed of in a correct environmentally friendly way. Please observe the current valid national waste disposal regulations. Metal parts All metal parts can be disposed of in the used metal recycling system.
European harmonized standards: EN 745:1999 + A1:2009 • conforms to the requirements of following standards or technical specifications:: - / - Gita Hoogeveen - KUHN-GELDROP B.V. Nuenenseweg 165 NL-5667 KP Geldrop The Netherlands Geldrop, 22.07.2010 Gita Hoogeveen, Managing director...
Index Index Accord hitch frame adjustment Headland driving Hitching the machine Accord hitch frame adjustment Coupling the PTO drive shaft Bolted connections Fixed hitch frame Maintenance Fixed hitch frame with Flextop Torques for bolted connections Fixed hitch frame with Frontflex Standard fixed hitch frame Floating hittch frame Hydraulic connections...
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Index Operation Rear protective curtain Ground pressure Hitching the machine Mowing Road transport Headlang driving General conditions Start mowing Place the mowing unit in transport position Safety instructions Checklist Start position Floating hitch frame Optional equipment Oscillating hitch frame Additional swath discs Standard fixed hitch frame Crop Divider Safety instructions...
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