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JN059AGB B Shredders VK-VKD OPERATOR'S MANUAL Read carefully before starting the machine Original instructions JN059AGB B - English - 05-2015...
Designated use of the machine VK-VKD shredders must only be used for the work for which they have been designed: shredding of grass covered areas, maintenance of green spaces,shredding of vine shoots and other pruning residues. 1. - Dear Owner...
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Shredders VK-VKD Collecting tines ..........................61 9.4.1 Height adjustment......................61 9.4.2 Machine use ........................61 Lighting and signalling ........................62 Hydraulic offset ..........................63 9.6.1 Hydraulic connection ......................63 9.6.2 Putting the machine into transport position ..............63 9.6.3 Machine use ........................63 Mow-around disk (VKD).........................
Shredders VK-VKD Model identification plate Please write below the type and serial number of the machine. This information is to be given to your NOBILI dealer for all parts order or warranty claim. Type: VK Serial no.: ...
Shredders VK-VKD Optional equipment Tick box corresponding to the equipment fitted on your machine: Skids. Support wheel. Roller . Collecting tines. Lighting and signalling. Hydraulic offset. Mow-around disk (VKD). 3. - Identification of the machine...
Shredders VK-VKD 4. Safety Description of symbols used in this document This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided, could result in serious bodily injury. This symbol is used to identify special instructions or procedures which, if not followed strictly, could result in machinery damage.
It is too late to learn once work has been started! Never let anyone operate the machine who is not trained to do so. Should you have any difficulties in understanding any parts of this manual, please contact your NOBILI dealer. 4. - Safety JN059AGB B...
Shredders VK-VKD 4.2.3 Precautions to be taken before carrying out any operations on the machine Before leaving the tractor or before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, disengage the PTO drive, turn off the engine, remove ignition key and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop and apply park brake.
Shredders VK-VKD 4.2.5 Precautions when driving Tractor handling, stability, performance and braking efficiency are all affected by weight distribution, trailed or mounted implements, additional ballast and driving conditions. It is therefore of great importance that the operator exercises caution in every given situation.
Shredders VK-VKD 4.2.6 Precautions when driving on public roads Dimensions Depending on the dimensions of the machine, contact the relevant authorities to ensure that it can be legally transported on public roads. If the machine is over the maximum legal size, follow the local regulations for special transportation of oversize equipment.
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Shredders VK-VKD Gross weight and weight per axle The drawings are not legally binding, their only aim is to illustrate the method to use. Prior to driving on public roads, check that all criteria are met to be in conformity with the...
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Shredders VK-VKD How to proceed: Stage 1: To measure: - Tractor tare (T). T = _____kg Stage 2: - Couple the machine to the tractor. To measure: - Load on front axle (t1): • Tractor + machine (transport position). To do:...
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Shredders VK-VKD Stage 3: To measure: - Total weight (t): • Tractor + machine (transport position). • Ballast weights. Checking: - To go to the next stage: • Check in the tractor's operator's manual that the value measured is below the tractor's Gross Combined Weight Rating.
Shredders VK-VKD 4.2.7 Maximum speed - Always keep to the legal speed limit for driving a tractor-machine assembly on public roads. 4.2.8 Precautions when coupling Before attaching the machine, make sure that it cannot accidentally start moving (chock the wheels) and that the parking stand is in the right position.
Shredders VK-VKD 4.2.9 Hydraulic circuit Caution! The hydraulic circuit is under high pressure. Maximum pressure at work: 200 bar. Before connecting hoses to the tractor hydraulics, ensure that tractor and machine circuits are not under pressure. Before disconnecting a hose, depressurize the hydraulic circuit.
Shredders VK-VKD 4.2.10 PTO shaft Use only PTO shafts supplied with the machine or recommended by the machine manufacturer. The protective shield of the tractor PTO stub, the PTO shaft guards and the protective shield of the machine input shaft must always be in place and in good condition.
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Shredders VK-VKD Do not install any adapter device that results in a portion of the tractor PTO stub, the rotating PTO shaft, or the adapter to be unguarded. The tractor master shield shall overlap the end of the splined shaft and the added adaptor device as outlined in the table.
Shredders VK-VKD 4.2.11 Precautions during manoeuvres When moving the machine from the transport position to the working position and vice versa, make sure that nobody is within the machine pivoting area. 4.2.12 Remote controlled components Danger of crushing and shearing can exist when components are operated by hydraulic or pneumatic controls.
For your own safety and for correct machine operation, only use original manufacturer parts. It is strongly recommended to have your machine checked by your NOBILI dealer after each season, especially tools and their attaching hardware. 4. - Safety JN059AGB B...
Shredders VK-VKD 4.2.16 Projection of stones and foreign objects For driver safety, always use a tractor equipped with a cab. Keep the ground to be shredded free from foreign objects. Avoid using the shredder on stony or rocky ground. If this is not possible, take extra safety...
Shredders VK-VKD 4.2.17 Precautions for machine use After each use, check the seeding tools (shares, coulters) their attachment hardware accordance with the instructions given in the present manual. Immediately replace any worn, damaged or missing guard plate/cover. Before engaging the pto drive, lower the shredder onto the ground.
Shredders VK-VKD 4.2.18 Precautions to take to prevent rotor from clogging Foreign bodies in the field (wire,...) can cause clogging. Avoid shredding close to roads, dumps or inert material dumps. To eliminate cloggings, take the following safety measures: - Switch off the engine.
Shredders VK-VKD 4.3.2 Description of safety decals Operating instructions (1) The operators' manual contains all the information necessary for using the machine safely. It is imperative to read and comply with all instructions. Working on the machine (2)
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Shredders VK-VKD Projections (3) Stones and other debris projected by the moving parts can travel a long distance. The guard plates/covers must always be in position and in good condition. Always stay at a safe distance from the machine.
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Shredders VK-VKD Support wheels (6) At work, the support wheels must rest on the ground. During manoeuvres, raise the machine to lift the wheels off the ground. Crushing area (7) Never operate in an area where there is a crushing risk before all moving parts have come to a complete stop .
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Shredders VK-VKD Power requirement (9) Machine preset for a 540 min drive. Anchoring point 10 Indicates anchoring points for handling the machine. Hazard: high-pressure fluids (11) Oil jets under pressure. Use of guards (12) Wear the appropriate protective clothing for the work in hand (gloves, shoes, goggles, helmet, ear defenders, etc.).
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Shredders VK-VKD Risk of injuries (13) Before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Risk of being crushed (14) Do not stay between the machine and the tractor.
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Road safety equipment and recommendations The road safety equipment is mounted in the factory or by your NOBILI dealer according to current safety regulations. Always keep to the legal speed limit for driving a tractor-machine assembly on public roads. The rear safety device comprises: - 2 red reflectors (1).
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Shredders VK-VKD The front safety device comprises: - 2 white reflectors (1). 4. - Safety JN059AGB B...
Shredders VK-VKD Technical specifications Coupling device 3 point linkage category 1 and 2 95 mm 200 mm Lateral offset (3.74’’) (7.87’’) 966 mm 1154 mm 1342 mm 1530 mm Working width (3’02’’) (3’09’’) (4’05’’) (5’) 1078 mm 1266 mm...
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Shredders VK-VKD Coupling device 3 point linkage category 1 and 2 350 mm 450 mm Lateral offset (1’1.8’’) (1’5.7’’) 1530 mm 1718 mm 1906 mm 2094 mm 2282 mm Working width (5’) (5’08’’) (6’03’’) (6’10’’) (7’6’’) 1665 mm 1852 mm...
5.3.1 Rear support unit Roller The roller can be used for work on grass covered areas, set-aside land or pasture land. Support wheels Iron (VK) Support wheels Tyres (VKD) The semi-pivoting wheels are recommended for work in wet conditions. 5. - Machine specifications...
Weighted equivalent continuous acoustic pressure level at the driver's seat (closed cabin) L(A)eq according to standard UNI EN ISO 11201 - VK 95-115-135-155: 76.4 dB(A) - VKD 155-170-190-210-230: 77.6 dB(A) Measured weighed volume level Lw(A) according to standard UNI EN ISO 3744: 1997 for machines that exceed a pressure of 80dB(A) in the driver's post: - VK 95-115-135-155: 77.1 dB(A)
Shredders VK-VKD 6. Putting into service Coupling and uncoupling 6.1.1 Description of coupling elements - A PTO shaft 1 3/8’’ - 6 splines (1). - A category 1 and 2 three point hitch coupler. 6.1.2 Preparing the tractor The tractor must be fitted with lower link stabilizers.
Shredders VK-VKD Hitch pin parallelism - Adjust tractor lift rods so that hitch pins are parallel to the ground. 6.1.3 Preparing the machine - Check the speed preset by the manufacturer through the stickers on the machine. Axial offset position The attachment is factory fitted in central position.
Shredders VK-VKD - Remove the offset adjustment bar (1). - Position hitch frame in the required position. - Reinstall offset adjustment bar (1). 6.1.4 Coupling the machine When optional equipment is used, follow specific procedures mentioned in the related section: - Hydraulic offset.
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Shredders VK-VKD - Lower the tractor three-point linkage. - Place the lower links as close as possible under the hitch pins. (a): Category 1 linkage. (b): Category 2 linkage. - Attach the lower links to the hitch pins. - Secure with lynch pins.
Shredders VK-VKD 6.1.5 Primary PTO shaft Make sure that the PTO shaft is correctly adjusted, to avoid premature wear and tear. 0012358 The direction of rotation is shown on a decal. The tractor PTO stub must rotate at a speed of...
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Shredders VK-VKD Never operate the PTO shaft at an angle X exceeding 30°. To avoid serious accidents, the PTO drive shaft guards must be properly in place and fixed with the chains provided. On machine side, attach PTO shaft guard chain to the gear box guard fastener ((1)).
Shredders VK-VKD 6.1.6 Adjusting the machine Lateral adjustment of the lower links. - Balance the play on either sides of the lift linkage and lock lower link stabilizers. Length of the top link - Adjust the length of the top link in order to set the swinging yoke (1) at an angle of X=45°...
Shredders VK-VKD 6.1.7 Uncoupling the machine Park the machine on an even fairly level ground. When optional equipment is used, follow specific procedures mentioned in the related section: - Hydraulic offset. From the working position: - Lower and lock parking stand (1).
Shredders VK-VKD 7. Instructions for transport Before placing the machine into transport position: - Wait until the rotating parts have come to a complete stop. - Check that nobody is within the machine pivoting area. - If there is someone, make sure the person moves away.
Shredders VK-VKD 8. Instructions for work Before placing the machine in working position: - Check that nobody is within the machine pivoting area. - If there is someone, make sure the person moves away. Putting the machine into work position...
8.2.1 Working height When optional equipment is used, follow specific procedures mentioned in the related section: - Support wheels: • Iron (VK). • Tyres (VKD). - Roller. - Skid. The working height is set by the position of the rear support unit.
Shredders VK-VKD Machine use Before shredding: Keep all persons and animals away from the machine danger zone. This zone is defined by a radius (R) of 10 m (33’) around the working line of the machine. If using a tractor with a cab that is not sound-...
Shredders VK-VKD 8.3.1 Rear hood The use of the machine hood must be only destined to maintenance operations. Before maintaining the machine, stop the tractor motor, turn off the engine, remove ignition key and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop.
Shredders VK-VKD 9. Optional equipment Skids Skids must be used on irregular ground to prevent cutting tool/soil contact. 9.1.1 Mounting and adjustment Slightly lift machine off the ground using an adapted lifting device. - Position skid in holes corresponding to the required adjustment.
Shredders VK-VKD Support wheel 9.2.1 VK The semi-pivoting wheels are recommended for shredding plant residues such as maize, rape or sunflower. Working height The working height is set by the position of the rear support unit. The cutting tools must never touch the ground.
Shredders VK-VKD Maintenance Grease Every 8 hours: - The wheel pins. 9.2.2 VKD The semi-pivoting wheels are recommended for shredding plant residues such as maize, rape or sunflower. 9. - Optional equipment JN059AGB B...
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Shredders VK-VKD Working height The working height is set by the position of the rear support unit. The cutting tools must never touch the ground. - Slightly lift the machine from the ground. - Loosen screw (1). - Remove screw (2).
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Shredders VK-VKD Maintenance Grease Every 4 hours: - The wheel pins. Check Tyre pressure: 3 bar (43.5 psi). 9. - Optional equipment JN059AGB B...
Shredders VK-VKD Roller The roller can be used for shredding set-aside land, pasture land and crop residues. 9.3.1 Adjustments Working height The working height is set by the position of the rear support unit. The cutting tools must never touch the ground.
Shredders VK-VKD 9.3.2 Machine use When using collecting tines with the roller, the position of the roller must be modified. 9.3.3 Maintenance Grease Every 4 hours: - Roller bearing housings. 9. - Optional equipment JN059AGB B...
Shredders VK-VKD Collecting tines This equipment allows raking the ground in order to collect residues sticking to the ground. 9.4.1 Height adjustment - Remove R-clip (1). - Adjust to the required working height. - Reinstall R-clip (1). 9.4.2 Machine use When using collecting tines with the roller, the position of the roller must be modified.
Shredders VK-VKD Hydraulic offset VKD 155 The hydraulic offset can be used to offset the machine up to 360 mm (1’02’’). VKD 170-190-210-230 The hydraulic offset can be used to offset the machine up to 450 mm (1’06’’). 9.6.1 Hydraulic connection - Connect hydraulic hoses (a) and (b) to a double acting outlet.
Shredders VK-VKD Mow-around disk (VKD) This equipment allows mowing around obstacles without modifying the tractor's trajectory. 9.7.1 Identification View of the equipment Machine without a hydraulic system Machine with hydraulic power unit 9. - Optional equipment JN059AGB B...
Model identification plate Please write below the type and serial number of the machine. This information is to be given to your NOBILI dealer for all parts order or warranty claim. Type: N6202 Serial no.: 9.7.2 Safety instructions ...
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Shredders VK-VKD Description of safety decals Projections (1) Stones and other debris projected by the moving parts can travel a long distance. The guard plates/covers must always be in position and in good condition. Always stay at a safe distance from the machine.
Shredders VK-VKD 9.7.3 Machine specifications Technical specifications Machine without a hydraulic system: N6202 Min. power requirement 4.4 kW (6 hp) Working width 620 mm (2’0.41’’) Drive Drive per tractor hydraulics Rotor speed 2500 min Knives peripherical speed 81 m/s...
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Shredders VK-VKD Dimensions: N6202 796 mm (2’7.3’’) 620 mm (2’0.4’’) 554 mm (1’9.8’’) 604 mm (1’11.7’’) 301 mm (11.8’’) 9. - Optional equipment JN059AGB B...
Shredders VK-VKD Sound levels Sound levels have been measured in accordance with the measuring methods as defined in: EN ISO4254-1: 2009 «Agricultural machines - Self-propelled, mounted, semi-mounted and trailed - Common safety recommendations» Weighted equivalent continuous acoustic pressure level at the driver's seat (closed cabin) L(A)eq according to standard UNI EN ISO 11201 - VKD155-4170-190-210 + N6202: 77.6 dB(A)
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Shredders VK-VKD Hydraulic connections Before connecting hoses to the tractor hydraulics, ensure that tractor and machine circuits are not under pressure. Before disconnecting a hose, depressurize the hydraulic circuit. Clean the couplers before each connection. Machine without a hydraulic system: - Connect hydraulic hoses (a) and (b) to a double acting outlet.
Shredders VK-VKD 9.7.5 Instructions for transport Before placing the machine into transport position: - Wait until the rotating parts have come to a complete stop. - Check that nobody is within the machine pivoting area. - If there is someone, make sure the person moves away.
Shredders VK-VKD 9.7.7 Maintenance and storage Frequency chart Greasing - Grease all greasing points Maintenance - Check the oil level in the reservoir . - Oil filter replacement 9. - Optional equipment JN059AGB B...
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Shredders VK-VKD Lubrication Grease Lubricate with multi-purpose lithium grease. Clean grease nipples before greasing. The pictorials show the points to be greased ((1)). 9. - Optional equipment JN059AGB B...
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Shredders VK-VKD Maintenance Check the oil level in the reservoir . Machine with hydraulic power unit: The oil reservoir contains 35 L (9.25 US gal) of a mineral base oil with viscosity grade conform with ISO 46 standard category HM.
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Shredders VK-VKD Check cutting tools and their fixing elements Cutting tools: Check cutting tools before each use in order to: • ensure shredding quality. • ensure safety in use. • avoid risk of damaging the fixing elements. Replace cutting tools in the following cases: - Damaged cutting tools: •...
Shredders VK-VKD 10. Maintenance and storage Before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, turn off ignition key and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. 10.1 Frequency chart Maintenance intervals are indicated for normal conditions of use.
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Shredders VK-VKD - Central gearbox Maintenance - Belt tension 10. - Maintenance and storage JN059AGB B...
Shredders VK-VKD 10.2 Cleaning the machine - Regularly clean the rotor and the machine inner panels. 10.3 Lubrication The pictorials show the points to be greased. - Clean grease nipples before greasing. Lubricate with EP/2 multi-purpose lithium grease. 10.3.1 PTO shaft ...
Shredders VK-VKD 10.4 Maintenance 10.4.1 Checking the oil levels Place the machine on level ground. Check central gearbox oil level: - Remove level plug (1). The oil level must reach lower part of level plug hole. - Reinstall level plug (1).
Shredders VK-VKD 10.4.2 Check cutting tools and their fixing elements Cutting tools: Universal knives Type 01 (1) Hammer Type 06 (5) Check cutting tools before each use in order to: • ensure shredding quality. • ensure safety in use.
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Shredders VK-VKD Universal knives - The length L1 of the universal knives must exceed 90 mm (3.54’’). - Ovalisation of the mounting hole L2 must not exceed 18 mm (0.71’’). Hammer knives - The cutting tool length must exceed 90 mm (3.54’’).
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Shredders VK-VKD Replacing knives and pallet knives Immediately replace worn or damaged parts with original manufacturer parts. Replace self-locking nuts after each removal operation: • Torque: 10.5 daN m (77.4 lbf ft). From the transport position: - Uncouple PTO shaft on machine side.
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Shredders VK-VKD Keep the slings under tension. • Weigh cutting tools. • Pair up equally weighted cutting tools so that they can be placed diametrically opposite. Put the lighter pairs in the center of the rotor and the heavier pairs to the edges.
Shredders VK-VKD 10.4.3 Belt tension Check belt tension: After the first 3 hours of use. Every 8 hours. Checking the tension: Through the belt guard slot: - Apply a force of 25 N (5.62 lbf) on the belt: the belt should not deflect more than H = 5.5 mm (0.22’’).
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Shredders VK-VKD Adjusting the tension: Replace belts, if proper tension can no longer be obtained. Always replace the complete belt set if one of them is damaged. Remove side gearbox (1): - Loosen nuts (1). - Remove side gearbox (2).
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Shredders VK-VKD - Tighten screws (1). - Tighten counternuts (2). - Using a ruler, check that pulleys are in line (1). - Repeat procedure until perfect pulley alignment is obtained. - Reinstall side gearbox (1). - Refit nuts (2). • Torque: 5 daNm (37 lbf ft).
Shredders VK-VKD 10.5 Storage 10.5.1 At the end of each season - Clean the machine thoroughly: • The rotor. • The inner panels. • Rotor housings. • Roller housings. - Touch up any areas of damaged paintwork. - Lubricate all mechanical components correctly to protect them from corrosion.
Shredders VK-VKD 10.5.2 At the start of each season - Re-read the operators' manual. - Check that the machine is greased. - Check all the knives and fixings, and replace if necessary. - Check that all nuts and bolts are sufficiently tightened.
Shredders VK-VKD 11. Troubleshooting guide Problem Cause Remedy - Breakage or excessive Replace worn or damaged wear of knives or parts. hammer knives. Clean and grease pivot Excessive vibrations - Knife or hammer knife points. jamming on the pivot Check weight of knives point.
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Shredders VK-VKD Problem Cause Remedy Raise machine off the - The roller or wheel Distortion of roller or wheel ground when inverting the supports have been supports. direction travel subject to lateral forces. steering the wheels. The machine must be in...
Shredders VK-VKD 12. Appendix 12.1 Calculating the load on an axle When coupling a tool to the front and/or rear 3-point lift linkage, the maximum authorized payload must not be exceeded. When coupling tools to the front and/or rear 3-point lift linkages, the maximum load on tractor's tires must not be exceeded The load on the tractor front axle must always represent 20 % of the tractor unladen weight.
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Shredders VK-VKD Obtained Description Units Description Tractor unladen weight Unladen load on tractor front axle Empty load on tractor rear axle Axle loads (Tractor + machine) Load on front axle (Tractor + machine) Load on rear axle (Tractor + machine)
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Shredders VK-VKD Front tool: 2) Calculation of the minimum rear ballast weight M2 minimum M1 x a - T2 x b + 0.45 x T x b minimum = b+c+d Write the minimal additional weight in the chart. 3) Calculation of the actual load on the front axle T1...
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Shredders VK-VKD Table: Actual value obtained Value authorized Double value of the by calculation according to authorized capacity operator's manual per tyre (2 tyres) Minimum front/rear ballasting Total weight < Load on front axle < < Load on rear axle <...
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Shredders VK-VKD Determining the machine weight (M2) and the position of its centre of gravity (d) If the data required to calculate the total weight, axle loads and minimum ballasting are not supplied, use the following method. - Tractor only: - T1: Load on front axle.
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Shredders VK-VKD Rear tool or front-rear combination: If the total unit weight exceeds the tractor Gross Combined Weight Rating in accordance with the countrie's legislation, empty the hopper to travel on public roads. In any case, we recommend to travel on public roads with empty hoppers and tanks.
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Shredders VK-VKD - t: Axle loads. • Tractor + machine. • Hopper empty!. t = _____kg Calculating the rear tool weight (M2): M2 = t - T Calculating the distance (d): d = (( b x ( T1 - t1) ) / M2 ) - c 12.