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Translation of the Original
Translation of the Original
Operating Manual
Operating Manual
Edition 1
E901154-GB
Panther
Panther
Software-Version: 2014P1017
Printed in Germany: 10/2014
The superior class.

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  • Page 1 Translation of the Original Translation of the Original Operating Manual Operating Manual Panther Panther Edition 1 Software-Version: 2014P1017 Printed in Germany: 10/2014 E901154-GB The superior class.
  • Page 2 – even in excerpts – with the express approval of ROPA GmbH. Any type of reproduction, distribution or storage on data medium in any form and of any type not authorized by ROPA GmbH forms a violation of current domestic and international copyright law and will be judicially prosecuted.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    General view Panther..................49 Technical data Panther..................51 Tires pressure ....................53 Transport draft for Panther low-loader transport with additional chassis ..54 Transport draft for Panther low-loader transport without additional chassis ..55 Lashing eyes for transport by low-loader/ship..........56 General Description ...............61...
  • Page 4 Evaluating orders ..................... 138 6.3.2.4 Readjusting warning thresholds ............... 139 6.3.3 Warning and status indications on the R-Touch ..........140 6.3.4 Light control...................... 145 6.3.4.1 Configure light programs .................. 146 6.3.4.2 The ladder lighting.................... 146 Joystick ...................... 147 Diesel engine ....................155 Panther Content...
  • Page 5 Manual inclination .................... 193 6.10.3 Automatic inclination (option) ................194 6.11 Lifting ...................... 195 6.11.1 Preparation for lifting ..................195 6.11.2 Lifting ...................... 196 6.12 Defoliator and lifter (harvesting attachment) ............ 197 6.12.1 Defoliator ...................... 197 6.12.2 Leaf sensor ...................... 199 Panther Content...
  • Page 6 Setting the strainer wheel rotational speed ............258 6.13.3.2 Monitoring of the strainer wheels ..............260 6.13.3.3 Switch ground operation strainer wheels ............262 6.13.3.4 Strainer wheel guide grids................263 6.13.3.5 Scraper ...................... 265 6.13.3.6 Spring tines (option) ..................265 Panther Content...
  • Page 7 Swinging unload conveyor articulation part............276 6.16.2 Operating panel bunker unloading ..............277 6.16.3 Setting the unload rotating speed ..............283 6.16.4 Instruction on piles creation (with the ROPA loader) ........284 6.17 Diesel engine ....................285 6.17.1 Power reduction SCR system ................288 6.17.1.1 Power reduction AdBlue filling level ..............
  • Page 8 Retensioning longitudinal conveyor ..............385 7.14.3.3 Retensioning cross conveyor ................386 7.14.3.4 Drive chains ..................... 387 7.14.3.5 Bearings of the conveyor drive shaft and cleaner roller ........388 7.15 Unloading conveyor ..................389 7.15.1 Retensioning belt ..................... 390 Panther Content...
  • Page 9 Verification ................447 Lubricating and operating supplies Panther ............. 447 Maintenance table Panther ................448 Lubricating plan for Panther with lifting unit PR2h ........... 452 Lubricant recoding table for ROPA Panther ............. 454 Mercedes-Benz works standard operating materials, engine oils and coolants/antifreeze agents ................ 455 9.5.1...
  • Page 10 Filter cartridges, V-belts ................... 460 Torque table for bolts and nuts (Nm) ..............461 Lubricating plans ....................462 9.8.1 Lubricating plan for ROPA Panther “only basic machine” with 46 lubricating points ...................... 462 9.8.2 Lubricating plan PR2h lifting unit (6-row, 45cm/50cm/variable) from 2013 YOM ....................
  • Page 11 0 Preface Chapter 0 Preface Panther 0 Preface...

  • Page 13: Preface

    Original ROPA parts have been especially developed for your machine. They conform to the high ROPA standards for safety and reliability. We would like to point out that parts and accessories not approved by ROPA may not be used on ROPA machines, because otherwise the safety and operability of the machine may be impaired.
  • Page 14 Have the machine respectively maintained or repaired according to regulations. Employ the decades of experience collected by ROPA in sugar beet harvesting and  loading technology and implemented in this machine, by correct operation of this machine.

  • Page 15: Name Plate And Important Data

    0 Preface Name plate and important data The name plate (2) of the Panther is located on the right side of the vehicle near the knuckle joint between the front and rear axle on the vehicle chassis near the chassis number (1).

  • Page 16: Model Overview

    0 Preface Model overview Classification of the defoliator identification by example of ROPA „PBSOh-45“: P = Paintner -version B = Leaf-spreader defoliator including leaf worm conveyor, I = Integrated defoliator, B2 = Leaf-spreader defoliator including leaf worm conveyor 2nd generation A = All-round defoliator, E = Rubber defoliator...

  • Page 17: Serial Numbers And Name Plates

    The serial number (1) of the engine is located at the engine block. It may be found, starting from the bunker, in driving direction, on the left side (the flywheel side) of the engine, directly behind the last cylinder. The serial number (2) of the lifter is located on the rear left part of the lifter side wall. Panther 0 Preface...
  • Page 18 0 Preface The serial number (3) of the defoliator is located on the left side or top of the defoliator side wall. PISh- defoliator PBSWh/PBSOh- defoliator PESh rubber-defoliator Panther 0 Preface...
  • Page 19 1 Safety Chapter 1 Safety Panther 1 Safety...

  • Page 21: Safety

    1 Safety Safety General The Panther has been manufactured according to the current state of technology and tested for safety. The machine is CE compliant and therefore conforms to the respective European regulations for free movement of goods within the European Union respectively the European economic region.

  • Page 22: General Symbols And Instructions

    Thereby we would expressly like to point out that this machine may not be used for pulling trailers, for towing or salvaging other vehicles or for pulling respectively pushing or transport of any loads or any goods. Panther 1 Safety...

  • Page 23: Hazard Zone

    The engine must be shut off before maintenance and repair work and the ignition key must be removed. Read the operating manual and comply with remarks on safety! Hazard zone does not apply to PIS* and PES* Panther 1 Safety...
  • Page 24 Damaged or illegible safety stickers must be replaced immediately. The meaning of each individual pictograph is explained below. In addition, a six-figure number is given for each pictograph. This is the ROPA order number. Stating this number, you may reorder the respective pictograph from ROPA. The number stated in brackets is printed on the respective sticker. This enables simple allocation of the pictograph to the order number and the explanation.

  • Page 25: Safety Stickers On The Machine

    Read the operating manual and comply with remarks on safety. 355078 (11) 355069 (41) Hazard of lowering machine parts! Burning hazard due to hot surfaces! Staying in the hazard zone is only admissible Keep sufficient distance to hot when the safety lock for the lifting cylinder is surfaces! engaged. Panther 1 Safety...
  • Page 26 Never step in the hazard area Do not reach into the rotating rollers. between attached device and Do not climb on the rollers. machine. Never step into the loading areas when the drive activated and motor running. Panther 1 Safety...

  • Page 27: Safety And Health Protection

    The machine must be used and operated in such a manner that its stability is  guaranteed at any time. The machine may not be operated in enclosed rooms.  The effectiveness of operating and adjusting components may not be impaired or  overridden in an impermissible manner. Panther 1 Safety...

  • Page 28: Requirements For Operating And Maintenance Personnel

    All maintenance work which is not specifically the responsibility of the operator may only be carried out by instructed or trained maintenance personnel. Some activities may only be performed by people expressly authorized by ROPA for these activities. In case of doubt, ask the manufacturer whether you may perform a specific activity yourself without hazard. Note! Forms for proof of proficiency and instruction on safety given for operating and maintenance personnel are included in this operating manual.

  • Page 29: Use Of The Boarding Steps

    In the event such unforeseen residual risks become apparent, the machine must be shut down immediately and the responsible supervisor informed accordingly (if applicable). The supervisor then makes any further decisions and initiates the necessary measures for elimination of the hazard. If required, the machine manufacturer must be informed. Panther 1 Safety...

  • Page 30: Hazards Caused By Mechanical Influences

    Only decant fuel or oil in the open air or in well ventilated rooms.  Attention! Hazard of damage to the environment by leaking fuel or oil! Hazard of pollution of ground or water bodies. Panther 1 Safety...

  • Page 31: Hazards Caused By Noise

    Regularly check all hydraulic hoses for their condition and immediately have damaged hoses exchanged by trained qualified personnel. The hydraulic hoses must be regularly checked following the recognized rules of technology and the regionally applicable safety regulations, and in case of need, replaced. Works on the hydraulic system have to be performed only by specially trained staff. When working on the hydraulic system, first make it pressureless! Avoid skin contact with hydraulic oil. Panther 1 Safety...

  • Page 32: General Notes On Safety When Handling Acid Batteries

    Explosion hazard! Increased care is required after longer operation or when charging the battery using a charging device. Charging may create highly explosive oxyhydrogen gas. Always ensure the area is adequately ventilated. Make sure that acid batteries are only charged using the permitted charging current. Panther 1 Safety...
  • Page 33 2 Road Traffic Chapter 2 Road Traffic Panther 2 Road Traffic...

  • Page 35: Road Traffic

    In this case, partially regulations apply, which are different from those listed here. In any case, the operator must make sure that Panther is furnished with the regionally required equipment and aids for securing, for instance warning triangle, warning lights, etc.
  • Page 36 (see page 40, not required in some countries). i) the lower locks (2) of the defoliator parallelogram guide must be released and swung down until stop (transport position). For presentation purposes, the illustration shows a machine without protective installations. Panther 2 Road Traffic...
  • Page 37 (if provided) for driving on public roads and streets. Always ensure that there is no one in the area of the additional axle BEFORE lowering the additional axle. t) switch off the incline system (if provided) and align the machine in neutral position. Additional axle Panther 2 Road Traffic...
  • Page 38 Before driving on public roads and paths, the machine must be cleaned so far that: – the gross weight rating is not exceeded, – all warning signs are visible, – all direction indicators and lighting fi xtures are clean and functional. Panther 2 Road Traffi c...
  • Page 39 2 Road Traffic As a self-propelled processing machine with the highest driving speed of max. 25 or 32 km/h the Panther is a subject to registration and license plate duty. Furthermore, the vehicle must be insured against damage from vehicle owners‘ liability according to the locally applicable regulations. The following conditions must always be fulfilled: – A guide giving the directions required for safe driving of the vehicle to the driver must...

  • Page 40: Additional Chassis (Option)

    2 Road Traffi c Additional chassis (option) In order not to exceed the prescribed axle load on the public roads, e.g. in Federal Republic of Germany, in certain states the Panther has to be equipped with the additional chassis. 2.2.1 Coupling the additional chassis To couple the additional chassis, please proceed as follows: –...
  • Page 41 – Push mini joystick shortly right and the three-point operation is activated only right . Here the three-point suspension lowers and raises only right. – Pressing the multifunctional handle (11) you terminate the three-point operation left/right, this icon appears and the three-point suspension raises and lowers synchronically again. Panther 2 Road Traffi c...
  • Page 42 – Drive with the with the coupling pipes (3) under the catching hooks (4) on the additional chassis. – Raise the lifting unit with the additional chassis until stop. – Activate parking brake. Let the engine run. – Come out. Fold the fixing hooks (5) on both sides downward. Panther 2 Road Traffic...
  • Page 43 – Place the safety hooks (6) and (7) as shown on the picture. Lock them with the safety splint pins (8). – Press the button . The coupling mode is terminated, the icon and LED in the button disappear. Panther 2 Road Traffic...

  • Page 44: Additional Chassis: Road Drive

    As the three-point suspension cylinder is retracted until stop, you are not allowed to drive any more. Attention! Danger of machine damage. If this warning is not observed, serious damages to the additional chassis or lifting unit can occur. Panther 2 Road Traffi c...

  • Page 45: Additional Chassis Uncoupling

    – Activate parking brake. Let the engine run. – Remove the safety splint pins (8) and fixing hooks (6) and (7). – Fold the defoliator completely upward into maintenance position. Press the button defoliator-maintenance position (87) and additionally the button (88). Panther 2 Road Traffic...
  • Page 46 – Drive carefully backwards from the additional chassis enough far away. – Fold the defoliator downward. – Press the button . The coupling mode is terminated, the icon and LED in the button disappear. – Secure the additional chassis against accidental roll off. Panther 2 Road Traffic...
  • Page 47 3 General View and Specifications Chapter 3 General View and Specifications Panther 3 General View and Specifications...

  • Page 49: General View And Specifications

    3 General View and Specifications General View and Specifications General view Panther This overview is intended to familiarize you with the most important components of your Panther. Basket elevator Bunker Bunker auger Hydraulic fluid tank Central electrical Unloading system conveyor Driver's cabin Engine compartment Climbing ladder bunker Turbine cleaner Washer fluid container...
  • Page 50 3 General View and Specifications Panther ready for driving on roads Panther 3 General View and Specifications...

  • Page 51: Technical Data Panther

    3 General View and Specifications Technical data Panther Model: Panther Mercedes-Benz- engine model: OM471LA.E4-1 Model: D 471.919 Exhaust gas category according to 97/68/EG: Stage IV Exhaust gas category according to EPA (USA): TIER 4 final Performance: 390 kW Max. torque: 2450 Nm / 1100min...
  • Page 52 3 General View and Specifications Model: Panther System voltage: 24 V Battery capacity: 2 x 170 Ah Lifting performance: up to 1,5 ha/h Length (position driving on roads) 6-rows: 13400 mm Width (position driving on roads): with lifting unit PR2h-45:...

  • Page 53: Tires Pressure

    3 General View and Specifications Tires pressure Recommendation (plain+ slight Tires type min. slopes) max. Front axle 800/70 R38 Rear axle 900/60 R38 Recommendation Others min. (general) max. Additional axle – – Additional chassis – – Defoliator – – Panther 3 General View and Specifications...

  • Page 54: Transport Draft For Panther Low-Loader Transport With Additional Chassis

    3 General View and Specifications Transport draft for Panther low-loader transport with additional chassis Panther 3 General View and Specifications...

  • Page 55: Transport Draft For Panther Low-Loader Transport Without Additional Chassis

    3 General View and Specifications Transport draft for Panther low-loader transport without additional chassis Panther 3 General View and Specifications...

  • Page 56: Lashing Eyes For Transport By Low-Loader/Ship

    Each eye may be loaded with a maximum tensile force of 5000 daN. Clamping chains, etc. must not be stretched over mechanical parts. Regular low loader for road transport with minimum transport height Panther 3 General View and Specifications...
  • Page 57 3 General View and Specifications Lashing eye on the front axle Lashing of the rear axle with clamping chains on the low loader Lashing eye on the axles Panther 3 General View and Specifications...
  • Page 58 The machine has no mount points on which it can be lifted. For hoisting it into a ship, for example, special, approved and TÜV-approved lifting devices are necessary. Image shows as an example euro-Tiger V8-h Panther 3 General View and Specifications...
  • Page 59 4 General Description Chapter 4 General Description Panther 4 General Description...

  • Page 61: General Description

    4 General Description General Description Function The Panther is a self-propelled working machine for lifting sugar beets. The lifted beets are collected in the bunker. When the bunker is filled up, the sugar beets may either be deposited in a pile or directly loaded onto an accompanying vehicle using the unloading conveyor. An autopilot steers the Panther on the field, so that intervention of the operator is rarely required.

  • Page 62: Scope Of Delivery

    All computers are networked via a CAN bus and supply all information to the driver on the large capacity colour terminal R-Touch. All functions of the Panther are controlled and monitored by a single person from the cabin.
  • Page 63 5 Operating Components Chapter 5 Operating Components Panther 5 Operating Components...

  • Page 65: Operating Components

    (1) Release lever driver's cabin ladder (2) Rod driver's cabin ladder (3) Rope driver's cabin ladder Note! We recommend to fold up and lock this ladder during lifting! Thus, the forbidden climbing on the machine is not possible while driving! Panther 5 Operating Components...

  • Page 66: Bunker Ladder

    (5) and fold down until stop. When you open the bunker door, the diesel engine shuts off automatically. (4) Unlock swinging bunker ladder (5) Lock folding bunker ladder (6) Bunker door lock Bunker ladder and platform are ready for ascend Panther 5 Operating Components...

  • Page 67: Cabin Overview

    (2) Operating console at driver’s seat (3) Central electrical system cover (4) Blow gun (5) Bottle holder (6) Roof console storage compartment (7) First-aid box (8) Emergency seat (9) Roof console (10) Rear cabin wall storage compartment (11) Roller blind Panther 5 Operating Components...

  • Page 68: Steering Column

    Push lever (2) upward and pull or push steering column into the desired position. Release lever (2). Check if the steering column is securely fixed in the desired position. Lever (3) incline adjustment bottom Push lever (3) using the foot, move the steering column into the desired position. Release the lever (3). Check if the steering column is securely fixed in the desired position. Panther 5 Operating Components...

  • Page 69: Steering Column Switch

    R-Touch in menu „Basic settings“, submenu „Others“, line „Interval time window wiper“. – Turning the sliding sleeve to the second stop location: Uninterrupted operation of window wiper front (S). Panther 5 Operating Components...

  • Page 70: Driver's Seat

    The driver must sit absolutely still during adjustment. To prevent damage to the health, the setting for the driver’s weight must be checked and adjusted as necessary before the vehicle is driven. Panther 5 Operating Components...
  • Page 71 Lateral adjustment of the seat is released by pressing the locking lever upward. The locking lever must latch into the desired position. It should not be possible to move the driver’s seat into another position when it is locked. Panther 5 Operating Components...
  • Page 72 To adjust the armrests for height, separate the round cap (see arrow) from the cover. Loosen the hexagon nut (size 13mm), adjust the armrest to the desired position and tighten the nut again. Press the separated cap on the nut. Panther 5 Operating Components...
  • Page 73 Dirt can impair the function of the seat. Make sure you keep your seat clean! Upholstery can be quickly and simply removed from the seat frame for easy cleaning or replacement. Avoid soaking of the upholstery when cleaning the upholstered surface. Check impact of the upholstery or plastic usual cleaners first on the small hidden area. Panther 5 Operating Components...

  • Page 74: Operating Components On The Floor Of The Driver's Cabin

    5 Operating Components Operating components on the floor of the driver‘s cabin (1) Opener for cleaning flap (2) Foot switch auto pilot (3) Foot switch driving direction (4) Brake pedal (5) Drive pedal Panther 5 Operating Components...

  • Page 75: Operating Console R-Concept

    (4) Keypad I (5) Keypad II (6) Keypad III (7) USB interface (8) Foldable armrest with storage compartment (9) Switches on operating console (10) Joystick with multi-functional handle (11) Main steering switch (12) Lever height adjustment operating console Panther 5 Operating Components...

  • Page 76: R-Touch Color Terminal

    Almost all functions which can be performed by turning/pressing R-Select and R-Direct, can be made as well by touching tempered glass surface on the R-Touch. In Chapter 6 therefore, the operation of all functions with the both operating sections R-Select and R-Direct is described. Panther 5 Operating Components...

  • Page 77: Positioning R-Touch

    Adjustment of the wing nut on R-Touch holder (2): Thus R-Touch color terminal can be moved and adjusted in height. Adjustment of the knurled screw on R-Touch holder (3): Thus R-Touch color terminal can be adjusted in transverse inclination. Adjustment of the socket screws on R-Touch holder (4): Thus R-Touch color terminal can be adjusted in longitudal inclination. Panther 5 Operating Components...

  • Page 78: R-Select

    Now you can move the desired function in the middle of the R-Touch only turning or touching. (3a) Key – : Thus the selected function is slowed respectively rpm, pressure or speed are reduced. (4a) Key + : Thus the selected function is accelerated respectively rpm, pressure or speed are increased. Panther 5 Operating Components...
  • Page 79 5 Operating Components R-Select mode (e.g. rpm infeed conveyor is selected) Panther 5 Operating Components...
  • Page 80 Unloading conveyor at PESh) articulate Cleaning shaft Elevator fold/ height (only at unfold PESh) Shaking share Bunker auger front speed and rear up/down Rpm depth-control Bunker auger only wheel front up/down Lifting rollers rpm Bunker auger only rear up/down Rpm in-feed Set temperature air conveyor conditioning in Celsius or Fahrenheit Rpm strainer Fan rotational wheels speed Guide grids height Panther 5 Operating Components...

  • Page 81: R-Direct

    With the return key you can leave each R-Direct menu gradually. (7) OPT: Not used currently. (8) Home: Click here to go back to the start screen. (9) C – key: With C - key entered information can be deleted (Delete). Panther 5 Operating Components...

  • Page 82: Keypad I

    If you press this key again, the automatic inclination system is OFF (LED doesn't light). See page 191. (16) Manual switch bunker auger forward/backward: When the LED lights, then manual control is selected, see page 272. Panther 5 Operating Components...

  • Page 83: Keypad Ii

    Shifts only depth-control wheels on the depth-control shaft (only at variable lifter PR2h-V). (24) Service key: E.g. required for activating of automatic folding. (25) Additional axle activate/switch off: see page 37. The additional axle (option) is activated or switched off by pressing the key. Panther 5 Operating Components...

  • Page 84: Keypad Iii

    (26) STOP diesel engine: Key to stop the engine. (27) START diesel engine: Key to start the engine. (28) Additional chassis – coupling mode: see page 40. Required for coupling/uncoupling an additional chassis (option). (29) Light - working lights: see page 145. (30) Main lifter drive reverse: see page 240. (31) Air conditioning system ON/OFF/de-icing: see page 308 (32) Infeed conveyor reverse: see page 253. (33) Differential lock On/Off: see page 160. Panther 5 Operating Components...

  • Page 85: Switches On Operating Console

    (42) Diesel engine - reduce rotational speed. See page 156 (43) Emergency stop switch Note! The emergency stop switch never switches off the diesel engine and the traction drive! It switches off the machine drive as well as the yellow button (6) on the joystick! Panther 5 Operating Components...

  • Page 86: (44) Main Steering Switch

    Danger! When driving on public roads and paths, the main steering switch must generally be locked. It may ONLY be unlocked for driving through narrow curves and at low speed (below 12 km/h). When the main steering switch is unlocked the driving speed of the machine is limited. Panther 5 Operating Components...

  • Page 87: Joystick With Multifunctional Handle

    5.6.9 Joystick with multifunctional handle The joystick enables easy control of a multitude of functions of Panther with a single hand without distracting the attention of the operator. For better orientation, a transparent sticker is located on the side window of the cabin containing the following schematic overview of all functions of the joystick with multifunctional handle. You may fi nd a...
  • Page 88 ONLY in operating mode „Field“. See page 163. < Pull joystick to the left → Rear axles steer to the left. See page 180. Push joystick to the right → Rear axles steer to the right. See page 180. Panther 5 Operating Components...

  • Page 89: Operating Panel Bunker Unloading

    (51) Lower unloading conveyor: see page 280. As long as this key is pressed, the unloading conveyor is lowered. (52) Memory key unloading conveyor height 1: see page 280. (53) Memory key unloading conveyor height 2: see page 280. (54) End of bunker unloading: see page 279. (55) Display: see page 281 (56) Multi-key bunker unloading: for unload conveyor articulation 2 Panther 5 Operating Components...

  • Page 90: Switches On Roof Console

    (69) Switch mirror heating (70) Rotating switch to fold in/out the right rearview mirror (71) Outlet 12V/5A maximum Note! The mirror heating switches off to conserve battery life in few minutes with the stopped diesel engine. Panther 5 Operating Components...
  • Page 91 (78) Dummy cap, installation option for radio equipment, cable for voltage supply located behind the dummy cap in the roof console. (79) Battery main switch, see page 311 Note! The voltage transformer can become damaged if these 12V outlets are overloaded. Panther 5 Operating Components...

  • Page 92: Air Conditioning

    5 Operating Components Air conditioning (1) Air vents in the roof console (view from below) (2) Circulating air grate in the rear wall (3) As example: air vents in the right A column of the driver‘s cabin (4) Air vents in the foot room at the front side of the driver‘s seat Panther 5 Operating Components...

  • Page 93: Switch Ground Operation Over Front Wheels

    When this key (81) is pressed, the elevator and the bunker auger run for as long as the key is pressed. When this key (82) is pressed, the 3rd strainer wheel rotates. In addition, the elevator and the bunker auger run for as long as the key is pressed. Panther 5 Operating Components...
  • Page 94 In addition, the elevator and the bunker auger run for as long as the key is pressed. *) If this key pressed twice in brief succession and held tight then, only this drive is reversed. Panther 5 Operating Components...

  • Page 95: Ground Operation Lifting Unit

    5 Operating Components 5.11 Ground operation lifting unit Press the key defoliator-maintenance (87) and additionally the key (88) or the key (89), depending on the desired movement direction. Maintenance position Panther 5 Operating Components...

  • Page 96: Engine Compartment

    15 minutes. (90) Oulet 24V/8A maximum. (91) Engine compartment lighting ON/OFF (92) Engine compartment lighting ON/OFF (93) Key „external engine start“, see page 324 Panther 5 Operating Components...

  • Page 97: Battery Emergency Shutdown

    Note! If this switch is tilted upward while the ignition is on, it can lead to data loss. Moreover, severe damage or destruction of the exhaust gas after-treatment system (SCR system) can occur as it is not blown free any more. Power supply at the emergency switch turned on Panther 5 Operating Components...
  • Page 99 6 Operation Chapter 6 Operation Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 101: Operation

    t and possibly retightened. Stow the provided accessories, such as the fi re extinguisher (1), wheel chock (2), cleaning scraper (3), tool box in the pockets or brackets provided for them. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 102: Safety Regulations For Operation Of The Machine

    Convince yourself that no people are located in the hazard zones when the machine is started. – Make sure of suffi cient fi re protection by keeping the machine free of dirt, grease residue and other combustible objects. Immediately remove spilt fuel or oils using suitable binding agents. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 103: Working In The Vicinity Of Power Lines

    8.5m. The size of this minimum distance always depends on the voltage of the power line. The greater the voltage, the greater the prescribed minimum distance. Obtain information from the power company responsible about the technical situation Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 104: Behaviour During Or After Contact To The Power Lines

    – In no case use a cell phone or a radio connected to an external antenna. – Warn any people closing on the machine by means of hand signals and loud shouting of the danger. – Only leave the driver‘s cabin after you have been instructed to do so by rescue personnel. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 105: R-Concept

    Slightly pressing on the middle of the rotary wheel (enter function) you confi rm the current position of the cursor. In this manual we do not dwell on the touch operating, as it is similar to the rotating/pushing. This does not include functions that can only be performed by touching. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 106: Display Areas On The R-Touch

    6.3.1.1 Display areas on the R-Touch Display area for warning indicators and hints (see page 140) Note! When a warning indicator activates the warning buzzer, you can suppress the sounding of the buzzer for a short period clicking on the display area or pressing the key C (9). Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 107 (3) Guide grid height strainer wheel 3 (4) Rpm strainer wheel 1 (5) Rpm strainer wheel 2 (6) Rpm strainer wheel 3 (7) Load infeed conveyor drive (8) Load strainer wheel drive (9) Automatic speed adjustment strainer wheels (10) Load elevator drive Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 108 (3) Unloading conveyor height 1 (4) Unloading conveyor height 2 Display fi eld driving and rotational speed diesel engine (see page 156) Quick overview lifting parameters Display of set rotational speeds of: (1) Defoliator shaft (2) Shaking share (3) Depth-control shaft (4) Lifting rollers (5) Infeed conveyor (6) Strainer wheels Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 109 6 Operation Display and operating panel for R-Select (see page 78) Display fuel consumption Display of lifted area Fields for status indicators (see page 144) Display and operating panel for R-Direct functional area (see page 140) Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 110 Note! Without the steering display fi eld the driver often lacks the necessary information. We therefore always recommend to display this fi eld. In the road mode, the steering fi eld is displayed automatically in the top display area. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 111 Arrow counterclockwise: higher pressure forward Arrow clockwise: higher pressure backward (11) Fuel tank level (12) AdBlue tank level ® (13) Engine oil level (is hidden when the diesel engine runs) (14) Engine oil temperature (above 60°C is hidden) Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 112: Functional Area R-Direct

    R-Direct operating panel 6.3.2.1 HOME key The key HOME (8) is always available on the R-Touch as well as on the R-Direct operating panel. Pressing once the key HOME you return again to the main screen. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 113: The Main Menu

    6 Operation 6.3.2.2 The main menu All submenus of the main menu can be selected with the help of R-Touch or R-Direct rotary wheel (5a). Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 114 6 Operation Note! The key RETURN (6) is always available in the menu area as well as on the R-Direct operating panel. Pressing the key RETURN you go step by step back to the main screen. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 115: Menu Programmable Keys (P1/P2/P3)

    6 Operation 6.3.2.2.1 Menu Programmable keys (P1/P2/P3) After confi rmation of the selection, the following menu is displayed: Move the highlighted selection fi eld with the R-Direct rotary wheel up and down and confi rm the selection by pressing the middle of the rotary wheel (enter function). Now you can change the setting rotating or pressing the rotary wheel. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 116 When beginning the next working shift, you may retransfer these settings from the USB stick to the machine using the function „Import“. You exit this menu using the RETURN key. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 117 On the R-Touch at the status indicators the icon for the programmable key is displayed in green. (1) The currently active programmable key is shown Once you change a set with the programmable key value manually, the icon on the R-touch, e.g. „P3“, will be highlighted grey. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 118: Main Settings Menu

    6 Operation 6.3.2.2.2 Main settings menu The menu Main settings is divided into three main groups: Attachment, Bunker and Others. Most selection lines are comprehensively described under the respective function. Submenu Attachment Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 119 6 Operation Submenu Bunker Submenu Others Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 120: Autopilot Menu

    6 Operation 6.3.2.2.3 Autopilot menu For detailed information see page 183. 6.3.2.2.4 Light control menu For detailed information see page 145 Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 121: Special Functions Menu

    6 Operation 6.3.2.2.5 Special functions menu Central lubrication see on page 301 Hand steering see on page 181 Oil change see on page 322 Reverse ventilator drives see on page 295 Service fuel fi lter see on page 328 Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 122: Menu System

    6 Operation 6.3.2.2.6 Menu System Submenu Date/ time Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 123 Please be careful; if you set, for example, the driving speed at mph instead of km/h, the values on the driving speed display will be completely incomprehensible. Please do not adjust the values any more after having set them once before start of the season. The default values correspond to the European standard. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 124 6 Operation Printer header submenu You can determine the content of the header for your printouts here, e.g. your company‘s address. Up to 4 rows can be input. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 125: Menu Operating Data

    The „Season statistics“ may only be deleted, if you press the combination of keys 1 and 4 after pressing reset key on the R-Touch keypad. This avoids inadvertent deleting. Note! When the statistics for a season is deleted, then all stored order data for the respective season are irreversibly lost. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 126 6 Operation Submenu Machine statistics In „Machine statistics“ it is neither possible to enter data nor to delete or modify them. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 127: Menu Service

    6 Operation 6.3.2.2.8 Menu Service Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 128 In many cases, severe damage may be caused to the machine, with the consequence of expensive repairs or long periods of standstill. Access to these menus is therefore authorized only with direct contact to the manufacturer by telephone or to people expressly authorized for this purpose by the manufacturer. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 129 This menu only serves to inform people working on further developments for the control program. No inputs of any kind are possible for the operator here. The information displayed may hardly be reasonably used by the operator. You exit this menu respectively the function section using the key RETURN. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 130: Order Management

    USB stick or a smartphone with ROPA app. It makes comfortable orders evaluation possible. With the system „R-Transfer Professional“ (optional) the order database can be exported on a USB stick or a smartphone with ROPA app. Furthermore, it allows import of databases for customers, fi elds and drivers via USB stick or smartphone with ROPA app.

  • Page 131: Order Data Quick Overview

    (14) Distance measurement indicator (15) Delete distance measurement indicator Clicking on this fi eld (15), the distance measurement (14) can be deleted separately and independently from all other data of the current order. E.g., intended for measurement of fi eld lengths. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 132: Setting The Number Of Rows

    In every menu of order management, you may hide all data concerning fuel consumption by pressing the service key. When pressing the service key again, this data are displayed again. If your machine is fi tted with a printer, then you may also suppress printing of fuel consumption data using this method. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 133: Finish Order

    Note! The order management described here is a standard equipment. In case you do not want to enter the data (17-20) when completing the order, so you can deactivate this function by ROPA service team. Deactivation is not possible if the machine is equipped with R-Transfer.

  • Page 134: 6 .3.2.3.4.1 Finish Order At Standard Equipment And R-Transfer Basic

    R-Transfer Basic. This data will be associated along with the machine data to the current order. Please click fi rst on the fi eld „Client“ (17), then on the fi eld „New client“ (23). Enter the customer name (at least 1 character required) and a customer number (at least 1 fi gure required) and fi nish your entry with the ENTER key (24). For entering the fi eld name and driver name proceed according to the same scheme as with the client name. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 135: 6 .3.2.3.4.2 Finish Order At R-Transfer Professional

    Complete your entry by pressing the confi rmation key (26). Then you will be directed to the fi eld selection. If you do not fi nd the required customer in the customer database, you can enter it as described on the page 134. The customer entered by you will not be recorded in the customer data base, but only saved in the order data base. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 136: Data Export

    Data export With the system „R-Transfer Basic“ and „R-Transfer Professional“ the order database can be exported on a USB stick or a smartphone with ROPA app. Insert a USB stick into the USB port, confi rm the message „The USB stick is ready“. Then click on the fi eld „Export data“ (27), by successful export you will see the message „Data exported successfully!“. The evaluation of the exported fi le is possible with the ROPA app or order...

  • Page 137: Data Import R-Transfer Professional

    6 .3.2.3.6 Data import R-Transfer Professional With the system „R-Transfer Professional“ the database for clients, fi elds and drivers can be imported via a USB stick or a smartphone with ROPA app.. Insert a USB stick into the USB port, confi rm the message „The USB stick is ready“. Click on the fi eld „Import data“ (28). Choose from the displayed selection fi eld the fi le/fi les to be imported. After clicking on the confi rmation fi eld (26) the selected fi les will be imported. Upon completion...

  • Page 138: Evaluating Orders

    17 Average speed at lifting 18 Empty driving on the fi eld in meters per lifted hectare 19 Total lifting distance 20 Display of additional information 21 Number of bunker fi llings for the order This value can only be displayed correctly if the bunker is only emptied with the machine drive turned off. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 139: Readjusting Warning Thresholds

    You exit this menu respectively the function section using the RETURN key. Note! Touch the warning threshold on the screen and move it up or down. In such a way you can adjust the warning threshold directly on the R-Touch. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 140: Warning And Status Indications On The R-Touch

    An error message appears on the R-Touch. An entry is logged in the fault memory at the same time. The engine can be restarted at the driver’s own responsibility, e.g. to move off a railway crossing. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 141 Please synchronize articulation Infeed conveyor blocked steering Strainer wheels drive is Battery is not loaded overloaded Error in Mercedes-Benz engine Strainer wheel 1 stone blockage control Strainer wheel 2 stone blockage Engine oil level too high Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 142 Please unlock main steering Please release parking brake switch Please swing up and lock leaf Please release gas pedal for sensor switching on the diff. lock Please put rear axle in central Please release brake pedal position Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 143 Bunker auger feed direction to Coupling mode active the front manually Three-point operation only left Three-point operation only right Manual steering rear axle Please synchronize articulation steering activated steering Manual steering articulation Autopilot activated activated Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 144 Program 1 preselected, not active Additional axle raised (in lifting Additional axle lowered (driving position) position) Automatic inclination activated (at Automatic inclination shut off regulation end) Automatic inclination activated Manual inclination activated (in regulation area) Central lubrication runs Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 145: Light Control

    (12) Lifter side lighting (4) Spotlight cabin roof right (13) High-beam headlamp (5) Bunker lighting (14) Strainer wheels lighting (6) Light program 1 (15) Rear axle lighting (7) Light program 2 (16) Rear part lighting (8) Light program 3 (9) Unload conveyor lighting Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 146: Configure Light Programs

    The Coming Home function is activated automatically when by turning off the ignition (turn the ignition from position I to position 0) the headlights on cabin roof left were turned on. The headlights on the cabin roof left are turned after max. 6 minutes again off. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 147: Joystick

    ONLY applies in operating mode „Field“: The set speed of cruise control is increased. Press and hold the multi-key (11). Then press joystick forward. Cruise control is activated. Pull joystick backward: ONLY applies in operating mode „Field“: The set speed of cruise control is reduced. Press and hold the multi-key (11). Then pull joystick backward. The defoliator additional lifting is activated. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 148 If the mini joystick (1) is only actuated once or twice with too long interval between, the lifting unit is lowered, but the machine drive does not switch itself on automatically and must be switched on manually. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 149 (1). Suppressing automatic raise is always the best option if the land diagonal to the lifting direction has large furrows or grooves. We know from experience, that in such cases it is better to interrupt briefl y the automatic depth guide when crossing over these obstacles. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 150 It then makes sense to suppress the automatic shutdown if there is the possibility of the strainer wheels coming into contact with the ground if the soil conditions are very poor (e.g. at the edges of fi elds). Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 151 Infeed conveyor, strainer wheels as well as elevator continue running with reduced rpm.. The partial shutdown is reasonable, when at very poor soil conditions (e.g. at the edges of fi elds) there is a possibility, that infeed conveyor, strainer wheels or elevator come in contact with ground and soil sticks to them. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 152 The rear wheels steer counteractive to the steering wheel angle. Using this steering variant, you achieve the smallest turning clearance circle diameter. As the designation suggests, this is the optimum steering variant for making a U-turn with the machine (see page 178). Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 153 The keys (4) and (5) have the following dual function: When using the X-Y keys (4) and (5), and simultaneously pressing the multi-key (11), then always both sides of the defoliator respectively lifter are simultaneously adjusted, no matter in which direction you move the X-Y keys. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 154 R-Touch. Then release the TI key, and while the icon is visible on the terminal, press the programmable key, for which the current machine settings are to be saved. A detailed description of the TI key you can fi nd in the section R-Touch (see page 115). (11) Multifunctional key Central position of rear axle in operating mode „Road“ The function is only executed when releasing the multi-functional key. (12) Raise share beam. (13) Lower share beam. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 155: Diesel Engine

    Attention! Use of chemical starting aids (e.g., Startpilot, etc.) is expressly prohibited, because this may lead to injuries and to damage to the machine. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 156: Engine Start And Shutdown Without Booting The R-Touch

    6.5.3 Adjustment of the engine speed Operating mode „Field“, machine is not running Adjustment of the engine rotational speed is performed using the gas pedal. When the vehicle stands still, engine speed may be manually adjusted using the gas (41)/gas key (42). Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 157 If these two keys are pressed simultaneously, then automotive lifting is activated once again. For as long as automotive lifting is performed using the machine, the LED lights green at the engine rotational speed display. (1) Actual engine rotational speed (2) Set engine rotational speed Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 158: Switching Traction Drive

    (0.0 km/h). If you do not comply with this hint, then this may lead to destruction of the gearbox. Additionally, suffi cient pressure must be present in the compressed air system. This is the case if the following icon disappears from the R-Touch. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 159 If the driver shortly presses the foot brake while driving, then these lockups are released. If it is not possible to move the vehicle, then the cause for this is shown on the R-Touch: Please release parking brake. Please release brake pedal. Reservoir pressure of the parking brake too low! Release pressure for the parking brake too low! Call customer service! Error of the gas pedal sensors! Insuffi cient supply pressure! Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 160: Switching Process Differential Lock

    As long as the differential lock is switched on, no curves may be driven in any case! If the differential lock is accidentally engaged while driving, the warning symbol appears on the R-Touch. To switch on the differential lock completely release the gas pedal and stop the machine. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 161: Driving

    The R-Touch displays the icon In the operating modes „Road“ and „Field“, a warning signal sounds while driving backward, which draws the attention of other people to the reversing movement. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 162: Gas Pedal Damping

    „Others“, lines “Field gas pedal damping” and “Road gas pedal damping” for the Field operating mode and Road operating mode. The value 3 stands for a more comfortable response, the value 1 means an aggressive gas pedal response. We recommend choosing a comfortable response that conserves materials. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 163: Cruise Control

    When you release the gas pedal, then the machine will continue to drive at the speed assumed by cruise control. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 164: Switching Off Cruise Control In Operating Mode „Road

    Cruise control may only be switched on if the following conditions are met: – Operating mode „Field“ switched on (displayed on the R-Touch), – cabin door closed, – lifting unit lowered and depth control active, – driving speed at least 0,5 km/h. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 165: Change Set Speed Of Cruise Control (Operating Mode „Field")

    6.7.3.5 Change set speed of cruise control (operating mode „Field“) ROPA provides two different strategies for setting the desired speed of cruise control. 1st strategy Adjusting the desired speed in steps of 0.2 km/h each. For this purpose: –...

  • Page 166: Switching Off Cruise Control In Operating Mode „Field

    Cruise control is switched off by pressing the toggle switch for cruise control, opening the cabin door, switching to operating mode „Road“, raising of the three-point suspension, switching off machine drive, pressing the footbrake pedal, pressing the foot switch driving direction or engaging the parking brake. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 167: Speed Limit Operating Temperature

    20 km/h, note appears on the R-Touch The current engine oil temperature (14) appears up to 60°C in the display fi eld operating parameters. As soon as you achieve engine oil temperature of 60°C, you can drive (depending on variant) up to 32 km/h. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 168: Braking System

    The service brake is required only in exceptional cases. Normally, braking by hydrostatic drive is suffi cient. The diesel engine is fi tted with a wear-free continuous retarder. Red LED (1) lights on the R-Touch. This brake is activated automatically when releasing the gas pedal and it increases the braking effect of the hydrostatic drive. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 169: Parking Brake

    R-Touch: = automatic parking brake active. This avoids, in a slanted landscape, for safety reasons, inadvertent rolling away of the machine. When the gas pedal is pressed again, the automatic parking brake is released. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 170: Steering System

    This may seriously endanger or cause deadly injuries to other participants in traffi c. Therefore, the main steering switch may be unlocked on public roads and paths only under the conditions stated above and only for as long as indispensably required. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 171: Moving Rear Axle In Central Position

    – In case these icons do not disappear, then the front axle and articulation are not synchronized. The process as described above must then be repeated. Before starting a new synchronizing process, release the two keys and unlock the main steering switch. – Lock the main steering switch. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 172: U-Turn Steer In The Operating Mode "Road

    At the same time, the rear wheels move opposite to the front wheels. Thus, the manoeuvrability of the machine is signifi cantly improved. To activate the function you should: – reduce speed; – unlock the main steering switch (44); – press the key (9) on the joystick. Steering indicator appears on the R-Touch: Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 173 Drive faster, the minimum speed (0.2 km/h) shouldn’t be reached. U-turn steer in the operational mode “Road” cannot be activated. The speed is too high. Please continue reducing the speed. U-turn steer in the operational mode “Road” cannot be activated. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 174: Quick Description: Steering In Operating Mode „Road

    Important: lock main steering switch. If the rear axle is not in 0° position, or the articulation is not synchronized or the main steering switch has not been switched off, then corresponding warning messages are displayed on the R-Touch: Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 175: Steering In Operating Mode „Field

    The lifting through function remains until you select again with the mini joystick (1) an offset-steer side, the last preset offset-steer stage is displayed on the R-Touch. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 176: Preselecting Offset-Steer 0-1-2 Direction Left/Right

    For practical purposes, the recommendation is to set the articulation value in standstill. To the extent required by the individual landscape situation, the offset-steer 0-1-2 stage may be adjusted to the respective situation while driving. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 177: Preselecting Offset-Steer Stage 0-1-2

    0-1-2 is activated, the machine reacts to any change of the articulation value. Indication on the R-Touch: - Offset-steer 2 right active (1) - and rear axle in potentiometer steering mode (2) - Indication hand potentiometer setting (3) As soon as stage 1 or 2 of offset-steer is activated, the safety guard is automatically swung out. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 178: U-Turn Steer

    „U-turn“ is activated shortly pressing the key (2) on the joystick, the articulated joint bends always matching the front wheels. Thus, it follows any movement of the front wheels. At the same time, the rear wheels move opposite to the front wheels. Thus, the manoeuvrability of the machine is signifi cantly improved. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 179: All-Wheel Steer

    „Crab steering“ press the multi-key (11), hold it and then press the key (2) on the joystick for 2 sec. Now the rear wheels move in the same direction as the front wheels. Thus, the vehicle can drive diagonally (e.g. to the pile). Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 180: Steering Rear Axle With Joystick

    If you move the joystick left or right, the joystick automatically undertakes steering of the rear axle. The R-Touch displays the icon Once the rear axle is steered by the joystick, both the manual potentiometer as well as the automatic tracking of the rear axle are switched off. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 181: Manual Control

    (2) or (3) is pressed on the joystick and held in this position. When you release the key (2) or (3) on the joystick, the rear axle is once again steered by the joystick. To switch off manual control, shortly lock the main steering switch. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 182: Quick Description: Steering Modes In Operating Mode „Field

    After activation of steering using the key (2 or 3), the icon of using the key (3), also by disappears and the icon (autopilot) appears again. The rear pressing on the foot switch axle moves again in the same way as before manually override. „Autopilot“. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 183: Automatic Steering (Autopilot)

    Automatic front axle steering may be switched on by shortly pressing the footswitch autopilot after entering the fi eld. Condition for this is that the three-point suspension is lowered and that automated depth guide is active. Alternately to the footswitch „Autopilot“, the autopilot may be activated as follows: Briefl y press the “Offset-steer 0-1-2” key (3). Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 184 When the front axle autopilot is switched on, the R-Touch displays the following icon in the steering indicator. When you override the autopilot front axle steering by manual activity on the steering wheel, automatic front axle steering is switched off. Front axle autopilot is activated. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 185: Quick Description: Activating Only Front Axle Autopilot

    (3) on the joystick. Icon appears now only at front axle. Only front axle autopilot is active. Automated steering is switched off when the steering wheel is moved or the three-point suspension is lifted (green icon disappears). Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 186: Activating Autopilot Rear Axle Steering

    The R-Touch displays the icon on the front and rear axles. Another method for switching the rear axle autopilot on and off is to click briefl y the fi eld on the R-Touch. The front axle autopilot must already be activated to switch on the rear axle autopilot using the fi eld Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 187 „auto“ in the menu „Autopilot“, line „Activation of the rear axle“. „Auto“ means that the rear axle autopilot is automatically activated in the moment, in which, after activation of the front axle autopilot, the rear axle has reached its fi nal offset- steer 0-1-2 position. Autopilot of only front axle active. Autopilot active for front and rear axles. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 188: Quick Description: Manual Activation Of Rear Axle Autopilot

    Press the footswitch autopilot for at least 1 sec. The R-Touch displays the icon on the front and rear axles. Autopilot is active. Automated steering is switched off when the steering wheel is moved or the three-point suspension is lifted. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 189: Quick Description: Automatic Activation Of Rear Axle Autopilot

    The rear axle autopilot assumes steering of the rear axle. The R-Touch displays the following icon in the front or rear axle. Automated steering is switched off when the steering wheel is moved or the three-point suspension is lifted. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 190: Setting Steering Behaviour

    10 serves for aggressive reaction and therefore very direct steering behaviour of the machine. It only makes sense to access the “special” stage when in direct contact with trained service personnel. The values set as standard for the “special” stage correspond to the stage 5 values. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 191: Chassis

    On a side slope the load difference between higher and lower side is evenly distributed between front and rear axles - wheel load compensation for better traction and soil protection. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 192: Display Field Chassis On R-Touch

    The automatic incline system is at the control end. The machine is inclined manually to the right or left. The manual inclination to the right or left is activated, the machine can not be inclined further. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 193: Manual Inclination

    „Road“ by simultaneously pressing and holding the keys (13) and (14). Once the machine is aligned, the icon appears on the R-Touch. Danger! Danger of fatal injuries during inclination of the machine. Make sure that there are no persons in the hazard zone when you perform machine inclination! Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 194: Automatic Inclination (Option)

    If the machine is inclined manually in the operating mode „Road“, you can align the machine again vertically on the axles by pressing the key (15). Once the machine is aligned, the icon appears on the R-Touch. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 195: Lifting

    – Swing down leaf sensor. – Swing out leaf-spreader (only at PBS and PAS). – Swing out articulation part of unload conveyor. – Swing out elevator. – Raise bunker auger front and rear all the way to the top. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 196: Lifting

    During lifting, the sugar beets are stored in the bunker. Two ultrasound sensors in the front wall of the bunker (1) and the rear wall of the bunker (1) detect the fi lling level of the bunker, and in case of need, switch the rotating direction of the auger to fi ll up the bunker as evenly as possible. When the bunker is fi lled up, the sugar beets must be unloaded either onto a transport vehicle driving alongside, or deposited in a suitable place in the form of a pile. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 197: Defoliator And Lifter (Harvesting Attachment)

    This ensures that the defoliator follows the landscape independent of the lifting unit. PBSOh defoliator PASWh defoliator, defoliator fl ap up PASWh defoliator, defoliator fl ap down Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 198 6 Operation PISh defoliator PESh defoliator Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 199: Leaf Sensor

    Leaf sensor By means of the chain on the leaf sensor, the downward range of the leaf sensor is restricted. The chain length may be adjusted to the current requirements by pulling out the wedge (1). Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 200 (6), which are located at the pivots. The electronic steering angle transmitter is located at the front, on the leaf sensor. The settings of this component may not be changed in any case, because otherwise, the sensor must be recalibrated. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 201: Defoliator Shaft

    Warning! Injury hazard from foreign objects fl ung away! Due to the great speed of the defoliator shaft, foreign objects are fl ung away with great power. Therefore, always keep the prescribed safety distance. Perfect defoliator height adjustment Perfect defoliator height adjustment Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 202: Setting Defoliator Shaft Drive

    R-Touch, the lifter main drive is overloaded. Besides aggravated lifting conditions (soil conditions, weed quantity, etc.), usually too high lifting speed and very strong leaves form cause this indication. If you reduce the lifting speed, the warning icon disappears. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 203: Setting Cleaning Shaft Drive (Only At Pesh)

    The rotational speed of the cleaning shaft is always slower than that of the defoliator shaft. (1) Rpm cleaning shaft Key = cleaning shaft faster, Key = cleaning shaft slower. 700 - 800 min -1 Recommended cleaning shaft rotational speed: PESh Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 204: Setting Cleaning Shaft Height (Only At Pesh)

    To set the cleaning shaft height, select position (1) with the R-Select. The cleaning shaft height can be adjusted, pressing key on the operating panel. Do not set the cleaning shaft deeper than it is really necessary. (1) Cleaning shaft height Key = cleaning shaft higher, Key = cleaning shaft lower. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 205: Depth-Control Wheels

    The two depth-control wheels are located left and right front on the defoliator. These depth-control wheels assume depth control of the defoliator shaft. The set defoliator depth can be read from the scales (1) left and right of the defoliator and on the R-Touch. (2) Locking lever for depth-control wheel in: operating position (2 notch positions) transport position Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 206 In case of cramped space, always make sure that you do not push the depth-control wheels against a slope or baulk before lifting the three-point suspension, because it causes damage to the suspension of the depth-control wheels. Use the additional defoliator lifter. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 207 This defoliator relief is performed using the defoliator relief cylinder and the associated pressure reservoir. The relief pressure can be read on the R-Touch. The following guide values apply to setting of defoliator relief: 40-60 bar for PBSh and PASh, 50-80 bar for PISh and 45-65bar for PESh. (1) Defoliator relief cylinder Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 208 0 bar. The relief pressure must be set during lifting in the fi eld when the defoliator is in the correct operating position. When the defoliator relief pressure must be readjusted, the display of the defoliator relief pressure on the R-Touch is highlighted orange. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 209: Additional Defoliator Lifter

    “Defoliator pressure road”, menu “Main settings”, submenu „Attachment“ each time the three-point suspension is raised in the road operating mode. This value can be set individually to increase driving comfort. Once you change to the operating mode fi eld, the last relief pressure used when lifting is automatically set when the three-point suspension is lowered. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 210: Leaf Worm Conveyor (Only At Pbs*H/Pash)

    When reversing the main lifter drive, the leaf worm conveyor also rotates backward. 6.12.8 Hydraulic defoliator fl ap (PASh only) Turn R-Select to position (1) to activate the hydraulic defoliator fl ap. The defoliator fl ap can be driven upward or downward, pressing key on the operating panel. (1) Defoliator fl ap Key = move fl ap downwards = integral topping, Key = move fl ap upwards = leaf ejection to the left. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 211 6 Operation Working as an integral defoliator When lowering the fl ap, the leaf worm conveyor and leaf-spreader switch off, with a slight delay. Working with leaf ejection The leaf worm conveyor switches on automatically when the defoliator fl ap is opened. The leaf-spreader rotates with the set rpm. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 212: Leaf-Spreader

    The illustration shows a leaf-spreader in the “Stone protection stability mode” option (1) Leaf-spreader Key = swing down in operating position, Key = swing up in transport position. To swing the leaf-spreader, select position (1) with the R-Select. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 213: Setting Rotational Speed Of Leaf-Spreader

    The hand wheel of the volume controller for manual emergency adjustment of the leaf- spreader rotational speed must always be completely turned out (opened), because otherwise automatic control is no longer functional. From vehicle identifi cation number 7E* The leaf-spreader rotational speed can be actuated with an emergency pin. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 214: Leaf-Spreader Speed Bunker Unloading

    10% with the machine drive switched on. When set to „OFF“ the set leaf-spreader rotational speed does not change. The leaf- spreader rotates with the rpm set in R-Select „Leaf-spreader rpm“. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 215: Scalper

    ciently sharpened. The scalper comb is moved up and down by the beets sticking out from the ground at various heights. The scalper fl ail is guided accordingly. The cutting depth is automatically adjusted by these up and down movements. Important: There must still be a small leaf base outgrowth on all beats, including large beets and those sticking up well out of the ground. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 216: Adjusting Cutting Depth - Mt2

    To facilitate setting for you, the cutting depth can be read from the driver‘s seat on a scale at the defoliator unit and on the R-Touch. (2) Scale cutting depth The illustration shows PISh-V version. Information for persons familiar with the standard topper! The cutting depth is set the other way around with the MT2. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 217 To ensure that the cutting depth stays the same after the defoliator shaft height has changed, select in the menu “Main settings”, submenu „Attachment“ the „AUTO” option in the line “Scalper bar adjustment”. If the adjustment track of the cutting depth adjustment is not suffi cient from the driver’s If the „NO“ option is selected, the cutting depth adjustment is decoupled from the height adjustment of the defoliator shaft. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 218 These beets will not then be completely topped. For optimal topping results, the scalper comb should be set so that the scalper bracing tube is located in the upper half of the adjustment track during lifting. Still less space must be here Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 219: Basic Setting Scalper Comb

    (1). To set all combs evenly, please use the setting markers (2). When tightening the setting bolts (1), the scalper comb (3) must be pushed backward strongly to the stop in direction of the arrow. (2) Adjusting markers of the scalper combs Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 220: Spring Loading/Cutting Angle Of The Scalper (Micro-Topper 2)

    Part of this beet will not be picked up by the lifter. It results in beet losses. Micro-Topper 2 The cutting angle can be changed slightly by turning the turnbuckle (1). Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 221: Lifter

    The lifting unit is attached to the chassis of the machine using two lower guide rods and one higher guide rod forming a coupling triangle. Lifting unit, shown without protective cover for a better overview. (1) Depth-control shaft (2) Share body (3) Lifting rollers Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 222 (three stable rubber paddles for each row of beets), supports the sugar beet fl ow from the shares to the lifting rollers. The depth-control shaft is hydraulically driven on both sides. The speed of the depth- control shaft depends on the driving speed, but may be changed by the driver. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 223: Setting Depth-Control Shaft Rotational Speed

    The hand wheel of the volume controller for manual emergency adjustment of the depth- control shaft rotational speed must always be completely turned out (opened), because otherwise automatic control is no longer functional. From vehicle identifi cation number 7E* The depth-control rotational speed can be actuated with an emergency pin. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 224: Depth-Control

    The hectare counter always records the area lifted when depth control is active. The sensitivity of the regulation can be set in 10 stages in the menu “Main settings”, submenu, „Attachment“, line “Depth-control stage”. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 225 There are pressure springs (3) left and right beside this spindle on both sides of the lifting unit, these may put an additional load on the depth-control shaft. In case of need, for instance for very wet ground, this spring pressure may be reduced down to zero (turn back the lock nut). Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 226: Setting Lifting Depth

    6 Operation 6.12.11.3 Setting lifting depth As already mentioned several times, ROPA cannot give any generally applicable recommendations for such work. Experience and specialist agricultural knowledge of the driver are decisive for the lifting results, because the machine setting exclusively depends on local conditions.

  • Page 227: Setting Rollers Movement Height

    The lifting rollers should be guided above the soil at always the same height, which is no longer ensured for differing sinking in of the depth-control shaft. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 228 The X-Y key (5) is programmed for the following dual function: if, when pressing the X-Y key (5), simultaneously the multi-key (11) is pressed, then both sides of the lifter are adjusted simultaneously, no matter to which side you move the X-Y key. Rollers movement height is displayed on the R-Touch. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 229: Setting Share Beam Height

    Share bar adjustment sets the height of the lifting shares to the fi rst lifting roller. This setting determines the depth of movement of the lifting share in the soil. Adjustment is performed using the keys (12) and (13) on the joystick. (12) Share beam upward (13) Share beam downward Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 230 6 Operation Lifi ting shares deep The lifting depth is displayed on the scale on the left outside on the lifting unit and on the R-Touch. (1) Scale share beam height (lifi tng depth) Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 231: Lifting Shares

    “narrow“ share extensions (2) ROPA item no. 125576 and 125577 must be used. For fastening the share to hole 2 or 3 the “wide“ share extensions (ROPA item no. 125632 or 125633) must be used. No general recommendation can be made here.

  • Page 232: Setting The Shaking Frequency

    “Max” stage is reached. The highest hydraulic drive speed is achieved in the “Max” stage. If the keys are pressed simultaneously, the shaking share drive runs at maximal rpm, also when the machine drive is off. This function serves for cleaning of the lifting shares. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 233 Only applies to PBSh and PASh. (1) Hand wheel emergency adjustment leaf-spreader rpm (only for PBS*h and PASh) till vehicle identifi cation number 7E*. (2) Hand wheel emergency adjustment shaking share rpm (only at PBS*h and PASh) Image shows the shaking share drive. Note! To keep wear as low as possible, shaking frequency should be set as low as possible. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 234: Stone Protection

    (2). When the share hits a stone in the ground, the share body can move upwards and thereby overcome the obstacle. In doing so, the hydraulic fl uid from the stone protection cylinder is displaced into a pressure reservoir (3). Once the obstacle has been overcome, the oil from the pressure reservoir presses the share back into the ground. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 235 Note! Hazard of damage to the lifter. When lifting, the stone protection cylinders must be monitored. Should these cylinders move often on hard ground without stones, then the stone protection pressure must be increased. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 236: Setting The Stone Protection Pressure

    (approx. 80 bar). If, when reaching the minimum pressure, the key is released and then pressed for several seconds, then the stone protection pressure is completely reduced. The R-Touch displays then the value „0 bar“. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 237: Share Body Guide (Linear Guide)

    Usually, the front axle of the machine may be steered by the autopilot using the signal transmitted by the sensor to the computer based on the share body position (share body steering). You will fi nd a comprehensive explanation in the section „Steering“ (see page 183). (1) Bar structure share bodies steering (2) Sensor share bodies steering Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 238: 6.12.11.12 Installing/Uninstalling Guide Rod Holders

    10 is reached and then pressed for at least three seconds, the “Max” stage is reached. The highest hydraulic drive speed is achieved in the “Max” stage. (1) Lifting rollers rpm Key = lifting rollers rpm higher, Key = lifting rollers rpm lower. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 239 The scale on the hand wheel of the volume regulator (7) for the emergency adjustment of the lifting rollers rotational speed must be set to “0”. In this position, the volume regulator’s hand wheel is turned out completely. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 240: 6.12.11.14 Reverse Lifting Rollers

    „Reverse main lifter drive” key (30) on the keypad III. While this key is pressed, the defoliator shaft, leaf worm conveyor and lifting rollers rotate backwards with reduced speed. When this key is released, the main lifter drive automatically switches back to forward rotation. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 241 In addition, the vehicle must be in lifting mode. It means: – lifter is lowered; – unload conveyor is swung out; – operating mode „Field” is activated. Note! As soon as a switch ground operation is pressed, the reversing buzzer sounds to warn bystanders. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 242: 6.12.11.15 Setting The Distance Between The 4Th And 5Th Lifting Rollers

    Loosen the lock nut right/left on the spindle (2) and turn the spindle until the desired distance between the 4th and 5th lifting roller has been reached. Minimum distance: the 4th and 5th lifting rollers may not touch in any case! Retighten lock nuts on the spindle (2) on the right/left sides. Retighten two hexagonal bolts (1) on each right/left side. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 243: Rotating Direction Of The Smooth Lifting Roller (Pinch Roller)

    It helps to achieve better cleaning off of soil and leaves (pinch roller effect). However, this leads to increased wear on this roller on stony ground. If you have switched the pinch roller effect on before lifting (roller reversed), the rotating direction is reversed for a short time during lifting. The LED in the key fl ashes during this brief reversal phase. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 244: 6.12.11.17 Paddle Rotational Speed

    Especially in case of wet soil, you avoid having the next row of beets pressed away and the soil being fl ung into the fi eld. Note! Hazard of damage to the machine. Defoliator and lifter may only be side-shifted if they have been lifted completely off the ground. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 245: 6 .12.11.19 Manual Side Shift

    The LED is lit. If, while driving with raised lifting unit, the buttons „Lifter side shift right“ (6) and „Lifter side shift left“ (5) are pressed simultaneously, then the lifting unit moves to central position. Both LEDs are lit. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 246: 6.12.11.20 Automatic Side Shift

    – Set the stage of offset-steer to „right 0“. Lifting through position: If both keys for the offset-steer 0-1-2 stage are pressed at the same time, both offset- steers are set to “0”. The lifting unit automatically moves to the central position at the same time. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 247: 6 .12.11.21 Setting Row Distance For The Lifter Pr2H-V

    Warning! Hazard of severest injuries due to the starting machine. Shut off the engine before switching and secure it against inadvertent starting (pull off the ignition key)! – Remove coarse soiling in the area of the components to be shifted. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 248 – The stone protection pressure automatically reduces before the switching, so that the clamping cylinder can be released (1). – If the row distance is switched from 45 cm to 50 cm, you should take off the outer guide rod holder (2) and put it into the tools box. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 249 (42) you shift the chosen components together (reduce row distance) or: – Pressing the key (41) you shift the chosen components apart (increase row distance). Note! Danger of machine damage. During side-shift, exactly watch the individual components (depth-control shaft and share bodies), to avoid collisions. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 250 Note! Before changing the row distance a new order must be started in the menu. The row distance can only be set if the display of the lifted area on the R-Touch is less than 0.010ha. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 251: Cleaning

    To set the infeed conveyor speed, select position (1) with the R-Select. You can set the speed using the key and key on the R-Select. (1) Rpm in-feed conveyor infeed conveyor faster, infeed conveyor slower. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 252 The pressure of the hydraulic drive of the infeed conveyor is constantly displayed and monitored on the R-Touch in load monitoring. When exceeding a warning threshold determined by the driver (adjustable between 50% and 100%), the warning icon fl ashes . Simultaneously, a warning tone sounds. For setting the warning threshold see 139. (2) Warning threshold Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 253: Reverse Infeed Conveyor

    For this purpose, with lifter raised and conveyor run empty, press the reversing button (32) several times. Repeated reversing of a blocked infeed conveyor leads to damage to the belt (sometimes even to the belt being ripped off). There are no guarantee or warranty claims for such damage! In case of blockages, the reversing device may only be used very carefully. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 254: Switch Ground Operation Infeed Conveyor

    Switch ground operation infeed conveyor The infeed conveyor belt can also be run forwards or backwards using the ground operation. Ground operation on the left side of the Panther. These buttons are ONLY active, when no one is sitting in the driver‘s seat. In addition, the vehicle must be in lifting mode. It means: –...

  • Page 255: Setting Infeed Conveyor - Distance Settings

    Make sure that the conveyor in no case touches the lifting roller. This might cause severe damage to the conveyor. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 256: Setting Infeed Conveyor Height Front

    But the infeed conveyor may not be raised so far that the fl ow of beets from the lifting rollers to the conveyor is impaired by this. In no case may the suspension (5) for the tightening cable rope be set so that it touches the upper end of the slotted hole (6). Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 257: Setting Infeed Conveyor Height Rear

    Lock the threaded rod again after setting by counteractive tightening of the two nuts (2). Note! Danger of machine damage. The distance between the strainer wheel prongs and the infeed conveyor must be so large, even with the lifter raised, that these parts in no case touch. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 258: Strainer Wheels

    For setting the rotational speed, select position (1) using the R-Select. You can set the rotational speed using the key and key on the R-Select. (1) Rpm strainer wheels strainer wheel faster, strainer wheel slower. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 259 eld (1). Select with the rotary wheel at the R-Select the desired strainer wheel, when pressing the rotary wheel the selection bar jumps on the strainer wheel. Press again on the rotary wheel, so that the set rotational speed can be changed. Confi rm your rotational speed setting by pressing on the rotary wheel. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 260: Monitoring Of The Strainer Wheels

    A warning indicating which strainer wheel is blocked appears on the R-Touch. . The warning buzzer sounds at the same time. This allows you to start searching for the problem directly on the affected strainer wheel. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 261 If automatic speed adjustment should constantly indicate the maximum value, then a higher cleaning stage must be selected or the lifting speed must be reduced. (1) Warning threshold (2) Bar graph autom. rpm adjustment (3) Bar graph strainer wheel drive pressure Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 262: Switch Ground Operation Strainer Wheels

    6 Operation 6.13.3.3 Switch ground operation strainer wheels Ground operation for strainer wheels on the left side of the Panther. These buttons are ONLY active, when no one is sitting in the driver‘s seat. In addition, the vehicle must be in lifting mode. It means: Lifter is lowered. Unload conveyor is swung out. Operating mode „Field“ switched on.

  • Page 263: Strainer Wheel Guide Grids

    The R-Touch displays the guide grids height. The distance between the bottom guide grid rod and the strainer wheel prongs should be as large as possible. Note! Too great distance between the strainer wheels and the guide grids leads to the loss of small beets. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 264 eld (1). Select with the rotary wheel at the R-Select the desired guide grid, when pressing the rotary wheel the selection bar jumps on the strainer wheel. Press again on the rotary wheel, so that the set height can be changed. Confi rm your height stage setting by pressing on the rotary wheel. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 265: Scraper

    If the guide rod is set lower, then the cleaning effect is less aggressive. If the guide rod is removed after loosening the quick clamping device, then the cleaning effect is much more aggressive. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 266: Wiper

    Wipers (1) are installed on all strainer wheels to avoid a layer of soil building up on the strainer wheel plates and the internal part of the strainer wheel prongs when the soil is sticky. They must be adjusted if necessary. The plates should always be wiped clean. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 267: Elevator

    The elevator is set into transport or working position from the driver's seat. For this purpose, choose position (1) with R-Select. You can fold the elevator out using the key and fold it again in using key on the R-Select. (1) Fold elevator out/in fold out fold in Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 268 Such damage is assumed as negligently caused and covered neither by warranty nor by accommodation. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 269: Setting Elevator Rotational Speed

    When exceeding a warning threshold determined by the driver, the warning icon fl ashes on the R-Touch. Simultaneously, a warning buzzer sounds. For details, see page 139. If the elevator is abruptly blocked, all upstream drives and the driving power switch off automatically. A warning icon appears on the R-Touch and warning buzzer sounds. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 270: Bunker

    In lifting position, the ring elevator is swung out, the auger is set so that the sugar beets are evenly distributed, the unload conveyor is in vertical position and articulation of the unload conveyor is swung up. Usually, the bunker auger is raised to the stop in this case. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 271: Raise/Lower Bunker Auger

    In addition, the unload conveyor articulation must have been swung up (see page 276). If this is not complied with, then collision of machine parts and therefore heavy damage to the machine will be caused. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 272: Switching Auger Rotating Direction

    When the bunker is fi lled for 75% in the rear, the rotating direction of the auger is automatically switched after expiry of an adjustable delay period. The driver will be informed that the bunker auger fi lling direction is switched to front with the triple beeping sound. This delay period may be set in the menu „Main settings“, submenu „Bunker“, line „Time bunker auger“. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 273: Switching Bunker Auger Manually

    Manual switching of the rotating direction of the auger is performed at the keypad I by pressing the key „Manually switch auger forward/backward“. If the LED in the key is lit, then manual control has been selected. Bunker auger manual to the rear Bunker auger manual to the front Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 274 To avoid this, the machine drive may be stopped by means of quick shutdown. You may trigger this quick shutdown as follows: On the joystick, press the yellow button (6) „Switch off machine drive“, while the shares still in the soil. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 275: Folding The Machine Automatically Out/In

    – Clean the machine so, that all lighting and warning devices are visible, the allowed total weight is not exceeded and pollution of public roads is avoided. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 276: Bunker Unloading

    Key= swing articulation parts in (transport position). The unload elevator articulation parts may only be swung in after the auger has already been completely lowered. During lifting, the articulation parts are automatically swung into the vehicle profi le; when lowering the unload conveyor, automatically set totally straight. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 277: Operating Panel Bunker Unloading

    The cleaning roller performs additional cleaning of the beets. The unload conveyor moves the beets from the bunker to a vehicle driving alongside or onto a pile. The whole emptying of the bunker is controlled using operating panel bunker unloading at the left arm rest of the driver‘s seat. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 278 You also have a possibility to infl uence the switching on of conveyors stage 4 (longitudinal conveyor starts). Here the standard setting is the value 0. If you want a subsequent switching on of stage 4, turn the value into the negative range. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 279 2 seconds, then a beep sounds and the unloading conveyor automatically moves into operating position. If you press additionally to the key the multi-key (56) on the unload conveyor operating panel, the unloading conveyor articulation part 2 (2) is swung upwards. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 280 (53) Unload conveyor height 2. When pressing shortly this key, the unload conveyor automatically moves to the height currently saved for this key. Saving the unload conveyor height corresponds to the description of the unload conveyor height 1. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 281 As an alternative to pressing/turning the potentiometer there is a 2nd speed adjustment option of conveyor stage 2: You can adjust the speed stage of the conveyor in the menu „Main settings“, submenu „Bunker“ by rotating the wheel at the R-Direct. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 282 Stage 3: unload conveyor runs; additionally, the cross conveyor runs quickly Stage 4: unload conveyor runs; additionally, the cross conveyor runs quickly and the longitudinal conveyor slowly Stage 5: unload conveyor runs; additionally, the cross conveyor runs quickly and the longitudinal conveyor quickly Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 283: Setting The Unload Rotating Speed

    When the machine drive is switched off during unloading of the bunker, then the speed of the diesel engine is automatically set to 850 min-1. If you wish a different speed of the diesel engine, you may set it in the menu „Main settings“, submenu „Bunker“, in the line „Unload rpm“. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 284: Instruction On Piles Creation (With The Ropa Loader)

    When making a pile ensure that the pile width does not exceed the width of the pickup of the cleaner-loader used. The pickup widths of ROPA euro-Maus3 is eight meters and ROPA euro-Maus4 is ten meters. Loading is usually performed to the right. Please consider this when making the pile. Due to technologically mature engineering of ROPA cleaner-loaders loading to the left is also possible with the same throughput and the same quality.

  • Page 285: Diesel Engine

    Arrow counterclockwise: higher pressure forward Arrow clockwise: higher pressure backward (11) Fuel tank level (12) AdBlue tank level ® (13) Engine oil level (is hidden when the diesel engine runs) (14) Engine oil temperature (above 60°C is hidden) Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 286 Error in Mercedes-Benz engine control. Air fi lter dirty! Immediately perform maintenance on the air fi lter! Fuel prefi lter dirty! Exchange the fi lter, because soon loss of engine power is to be expected. Fuel fi ne fi lter blocked! Exchange the fi lter, because soon loss of engine power is to be expected. Spare fuel quantity reached! When this warning icon is displayed on the R-Touch, the spare fuel quantity set by you has been reached. AdBlue® reserve quantity reached. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 287 You can set the warning threshold for AdBlue® reserve in the menu „Main settings“, submenu „Others“, line „AdBlue® reserve warning at %“. You state this value in % of the total AdBlue® tank capacity. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 288: Power Reduction Scr System

    Each of these events leads respectively to the fact that the warning lights in the R-touch fl ash or light up, additionally comes a targeted power reduction into force. DEF warning light Check Engine warning light (Diesel Exhaust Fluid) AdBlue (AWL warning) ® Warning Check diesel engine Stop Engine warning light LIM warning light Diesel engine performance Torque limiter diesel engine reduced Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 289: Power Reduction Adblue Filling Level

    Reduction to the idling speed AdBlue 0 % DEF warning light fl ashes Full reduction LIM warning light fl ashes Stop Engine warning light fl ashes • Engine in idling speed Note! This type of power reduction is "self-healing", i.e. after refuelling, the power raises itself again. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 290: Power Reduction Adblue Quality/System Error

    For all malfunctions in the SCR system, such as „Faulty urea pump signal“, internal ACM error, the system effects should be equated to those of poor AdBlue quality. Additionally, by the system error the warning light „Check Engine“ is on permanently. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 291: Power Reduction Process

    6 Operation 6.17.1.3 Power reduction process Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 292: Modifications Respectively Additions To The Engine Operating Manual From Mercedes-Benz

    Control is performed using the CPC4 control device via CAN bus. This control device is located in the switching cabinet for the engine electrical system. The exhaust after-treatment system of the Panther is controlled by the ACM frame module. It is located behind the right engine compartment door.
  • Page 293 6 Operation – The Panther is fi tted with a generator of 150 A capacity. – Please keep confi rmations of maintenance work from the Mercedes Benz customer service with the enclosed original documentation from Mercedes Benz. The Mercedes-Benz operating manual is absolutely binding; an original copy is supplied with the machine. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 294: Pump Distributor Gears

    Note! Hazard of severe damage to the machine. Immediately switch off the engine if the warning signal sounds with the engine running. PVG (Standard) The highest allowed diesel engine rotating speed for the hydraulic pumps drive may not be exceeded, not even for a short time. Maximum rotating speed: 1690 min-1 Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 295: Hydraulic System

    – enters the hydraulic system, this may lead to serious damage to the complete hydraulic system. Regularly check the hoses of the hydraulic system! Immediately exchange damaged or aged hoses. Use only original hoses from ROPA or hoses fully complying with the technical specifi cations of the original hoses! Observe the regionally applying safety regulations on the service life of hydraulic hoses.
  • Page 296 If the hydraulic fuel level is too low, then the R-Touch displays the warning icon: hydraulic fl uid level too low. IMMEDIATELY shut off the engine! If the driver ignores this warning the engine turns off automatically after a short period. Refi ll hydraulic fl uid and determine the cause for the lack of fl uid. In case of a burst hydraulic hose, in the most unfavourable case, the complete hydraulic fl uid tank becomes empty within 30 seconds. Panther 6 Operation...
  • Page 297 Auxiliary drive lifter: last lifting roller, 2-fold paddle, infeed conveyor Gear box lubrication PDG (works with PDG gear oil) Strainer wheel drive, also unloading the bunker into a pile Bunker auger/ e levator, elevator cover pipe, agitator in the strainer wheel (option) Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 298: Compressed Air System

    6 Operation 6.20 Compressed air system The following processes of the Panther are performed by the pneumatic system: – Switching of the operating modes „Field“/„Road“ in the gear unit. – Switching off all-wheel drive. – Switching on differential locks. – Swinging of both outer rear view mirrors.

  • Page 299: Compressor

    The machine may not be moved in any case as long as this icon is displayed on the R-Touch. 6.20.1 Compressor The entire pneumatic system of the machine is supplied with compressed air by a compressor. The compressor is fl anged directly to the engine. Air intake of the compressor takes place via the engine air fi lter. Once the preset maximum pressure is reached the pressure regulator blows off automatically. The compressor is maintenance free. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 300: Compressed Air Reservoir

    One compressed air service connector (2) is located near the AdBlue® tank (3) behind the right engine compartment door. The second compressed air service connector (4) is located on the right side of the vehicle near the fi rst strainer wheel. Compressed air can be used from here for maintenance and repair work. (2) Compressed air coupling in engine (4) Compressed air coupling near the strainer compartment right wheel camera Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 301: Central Lubricating System

    18 minutes, then makes a pause for 60 minutes. If necessary, this setting can be adapted at any time to individual requirements in the menu „Main settings“, submenu „Others“, line “Lubricating time (min)”. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 302: Filling Up The Grease Gun

    It enables direct fi lling of the hand lever grease gun of on-board tools from the grease bucket. For this purpose, press the hand lever grease gun into the connecting nipple and close the stop cock. When you press the pump lever of the grease bucket, then the hand lever grease gun is fi lled up with lubricating grease. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 303: Intermediate Lubrication

    This indicator pin moves slowly when the grease fl ows through the main distributor. This shows whether the pump element of this lubricating circuit is operating. Main distributor chassis. (1) Indicator pin Main distributor at the eccentric drive shaking Main distributor lifter and defoliator. share. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 304: Video Monitoring

    6 Operation 6.22 Video monitoring The Panther is equipped as standard with a video rear view camera. This camera is located above at the rear of the vehicle and serves to provide a better view when driving backward. Optionally, your Panther can be fi tted with up to two further cameras for monitoring strainer wheel cleaning and the vicinity of the unload conveyor.
  • Page 305 This applies not only to rear but also to the front and side areas around the machine. Otherwise you might not see people or objects, and continue driving, causing injures to people or damage to property and the machine. ROPA recommends when driving backward always use additionally the rear view monitoring.

  • Page 306: Control Space Behind The Machine Dca

    6 Operation 6.23 Control space behind the machine DCA The Panther can be supplied with the optional rear area control DCA (Distance Control Assist). The rear area control points you the distance between your machine and an obstacle visually and acoustically. The rear area is monitored with 14 ultrasound sensors, installed in the engine housing above and below.
  • Page 307 The rear view control is automatically activated when you move backward. When moving forward through narrow curves or making U-turn, the machine itself activates the outer curves sensors. Thus, the swinging of the rear part is monitored. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 308: Air Conditioning

    As soon as you have opened these air vents, the air volume at the other ventilation openings substantially decreases. Please note that fogged windows are only defogged quickly if you keep both air vents in the footwell closed for so long until the windows are defogged. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 309: Setting Fan Speed

    (1) using the R-Select. You can set the fan speed using the key and key on the R-Select. In the auto position, the fan speed automatically reduces when the set temperature is reached. (1) Fan rotational speed fan rotational speed faster, fan rotational speed slower. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 310: Electrics

    Further fuses are located on the engine bracket (main fuses). Labels on the inside of the metal cover identify the fuses. In case of problems with the electric or electronic systems, please contact customer service of ROPA. (1) X340 Outlet for Mercedes-Benz engine diagnostics Fuses (F06 to F41), accessible from the right side wall of the driver‘s cabin.

  • Page 311: Battery Disconnect Relay

    If you forget to switch off the main battery switch (79) the battery disconnect relay will switch off automatically 120 hours after switching off the ignition. In this case you have to switch the main battery switch (79) OFF/ON once before the next time you turn on the ignition. Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 312: Printer

    Release key after < 1 Call up T1 (= default form feed 1 line) in normal paper mode not pressed Key pressed > 3 sec Call up T2 (default = shut- down after one second) pressed pressed Call up settings menu Panther 6 Operation...

  • Page 313: Which Thermally-Sensitive Paper Suits

    ðëéóðíïóððéóðêðß ¿²ò ß²¼»® » п°·»®» µ†²²»² ͬ†®«²¹»² ª»®«®­¿½¸»²ò at 60 g/m . ROPA offers a suitable paper roll as standard ÚÅ® ¾»­±²¼»® » ß«º¹¿¾»² ­·²¼ ̸»®³±°¿°·»® » »®¸–´¬´·½¸ô ¼·» ® »­·­¬»²¬ ¹»ó equipment (ROPA item no. 206093). Other paper may ¹»²...

  • Page 314: Shutdown

    6 Operation 6.27 Shutdown Park the Panther so that nobody is impeded or endangered. Also make sure of a suffi cient safety distance to freely suspended power lines. – Completely lower the lifting unit. – Switch off engine. – Engage parking brake. – Switch off all loads for electrical power.
  • Page 315 7 Maintenance and Service Chapter 7 Maintenance and Service Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 317: Maintenance And Service

    Mercedes Benz has been performed timely by persons expressly authorized by Mercedes Benz for this. These people are obliged to confirm correct and timely implementation of maintenance work in the original maintenance vouchers. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 318: (1) Dry Air Fi Lter

    The safest, quickest and cleanest way of maintaining the fi lter cartridges is exchanging them for new cartridges. The main elements may, as described below, be cleaned. As slight damage is often very diffi cult to detect or cannot be detected at all, we recommend, in order to protect the engine, always use new fi lter cartridges. We do not assume any warranty for cleaned elements and the consequences caused by them. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...
  • Page 319 Note! The tip of the pipe should not come into contact with the fi lter paper! Before refi tting the cleaned main element must be carefully examined for damage to the paper belows and seals. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...
  • Page 320 – Close engine compartment. - Hauptelement mit der offenen Seite zuerst vorsichtig in das Gehäuseoberteil einschie- ben. - Bei Vakuumausführung Dichtung zwischen Gehäuseober- und Gehäuseunterteil auf Beschädigungen kontrollieren, ggfs. austauschen. Bild 7: Siegel öffnen (Ausführung MANN+HUMMEL Industriefilter Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...
  • Page 321 The valve must be installed so that it is always free and does not touch anything. A damaged dust emission valve must be immediately exchanged. Dust emission valve in correct position Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 322: Oil Change For The Engine

    Wear suitable and closely fitting protective clothing. To drain the old oil, place a sufficiently large, oil-resistant and temperature-resistant catching pan under the drain valve. Unscrew the closing cap at the oil drain valve (3). (1) Oil dipstick (2) Oil filler neck (3) Oil drain valve engine (4) Engine oil filter Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...
  • Page 323 Filling quantity approx. 34- 39 litre (min. -m ax. mark). From the driver's seat, switch on the ignition and call up the R-Direct menu „Special functions“, here, in the line „Engine oil change start/stop active“, select the option „Yes“. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...
  • Page 324 About 5 minutes, after the engine was shut off, check the oil level using the oil dipstick. When the oil has been collected in the oil sump, the oil level should be in the middle between the min. and the max. marking on the oil dipstick. Do not fill in too much engine oil. Check engine and oil filter for leaks (visual inspection). Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 325: Fuel Supply

    The filter cartridges must be cleaned or exchanged according to the maintenance plan. The fuel filters at the engine must be immediately exchanged, independent of operating hours, when the icon appears on the R-Touch. However, if the following icon appears on the R-Touch, the fuel prefilter 10my must be exchanged. Before all work on the fuel system respectively the fuel filters, shortly open and immediately close again the tank cap. This serves to relieve possible excess pressure in the fuel system. Use only original filters approved by Mercedes-Benz or ROPA. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 326: Fuel Prefilter 10My Change/Water Draining

    – Turn the both shut-off valves (2) out and drain the collected water and diesel from the filter. – Remove the lid (1) (wrench size 46) from the filter housing. – Uninstall the old filter insert and exchange it for a new one with the ROPA item no. 303167. – Dispose of the old filter insert in compliance with the local disposal regulations. – Turn the both shut-off valves (2) again in the water collection vessel.

  • Page 327: Fuel Fine Filter And Prefilter At The Engine/Water Draining

    – Put in a new filter insert. Replace the gasket at the screw-on lid (2) and slightly grease it. – Screw on and tighten the screw-on lid (2) (tightening torque 25 Nm). – Bleed the fuel system, see page 328. – Check the fuel system for leaks. In any case, make sure that no foreign objects ingress the filter housing. Do not wipe the inside of the filter housing. Avoid any ingress of water into the filter housing. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 328: Bleeding The Fuel System

    R-Touch in millibars (mbar). The fuel pressure increases for some time and remains constant at about 1000 mbar. Thus, the fuel system is vented. – Start the diesel engine and after the diesel engine runs set immediately in the line "Service fuel filter" option „OFF“. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 329: Microorganisms In The Fuel System

    Remedial measures If infestation with microorganisms is found in storage or vehicle (fuel) tanks, then we recommend the following disinfecting agents to fight it: Product: GrotaMar 82 ROPA item no. 435060 (1,0l) Manufacturer: Schülke & Mayr D -22840 Norderstedt  0 40 / 5 21 00 - 0 Fax: 0 40 / 5 21 00 - 244 www.schuelke.com...

  • Page 330: Other Maintenance Work On The Diesel Engine

    Mercedes- Benz. The work process is described in the Mercedes-Benz maintenance instructions. Valve-clearance for cold engine: Inlet valves 0.40 mm Outlet valves 0.60 mm Engine brake 4.60mm Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 331: Cooling System

    A plug-in connector for connecting the compressed air hose is located in the engine compartment behind the engine compartment door. When R-Touch displays the warning icon „Cooling water temperature“ , the cooling system must be cleaned. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 332: Checking Coolant

    In no case climb over the rear bunker wall. There is a falling hazard in this case. Use for climbing up the provided steps. Secure the steps against swing away with the safety hook (1) and by shutting off the bunker opening (2), where the safety hook is situated. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...
  • Page 333 Avoid concentrations of more than 55 vol.-% corrosion protection/antifreeze agents, because otherwise the maximum frost protection of up to -45°C is not achieved. The cooling system is correctly filled if the coolant reaches to the lower edge of the filler neck. Only use prepared coolant with 50 vol.-% corrosion protection/antifreeze agents that has been expressly approved by Mercedes-Benz for refilling. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...
  • Page 334 Both physics coherences are used in modern cooling systems – the maximum coolant temperature is increased without increasing the hazard of boiling. Corresponding to the higher temperature level, the cooling performance increases. Only approved products (MB sheet 325.5/326.5) offer reliable protection of the cooling system. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 335: Replacing Coolant

    – Fill in coolant in the prescribed combination up to the lower edge of the filling neck. – Start engine and let it run for about 1 minute at differing rotational speeds. – Check the coolant level, in case of need, fill up coolant and reclose the cooling system. In case of need, repeat the process several times. – Have replacement of coolant confirmed in service documentation. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 336: Scr Exhaust After-Treatment With Adblue

    7.2 SCR exhaust after-treatment with AdBlue ® The Panther is equipped with an SCR exhaust after-treatment system. In any case, comply with the notes on handling AdBlue® on page 466. Attention! Utmost cleanliness must be ensured when filling up AdBlue®. The AdBlue® tank may be filled with AdBlue® only, do not fill in water or other liquids. Even filling in small amounts of other liquids leads to great damage to the SCR exhaust after-treatment system.
  • Page 337 – Place a suitable receptacle under the AdBlue® pump and screw out the screw-on lid (3). Remove the frost protection cap (5) and the filter element (4) from the pump module. The filter should be disposed of according to the local regulations. – Use a new AdBlue® filter element (Ropa item no. 303195) and cover the O-ring at the screw-on lid (3) and filter element with a thin coat of MB silicone grease (MB order no.: A000989625110). Note! Use only the aforementioned silicone grease from Mercedes-Benz for greasing.

  • Page 338: Pump Distributor Gears

    Thereafter annually. For each oil change, the intake filter of the pump distributor gears must be replaced. Proceed as follows for an oil and filter exchange: – Open the closing cap of the drain valve (3) on the pump distributor gears. – Screw on the provided oil drain hose. The valve opens and the old oil drains. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...
  • Page 339 – Screw out the 4 hexagonal recess bolts on the filter connection (6 mm) and pull out the filter element. – Exchange the filter element for a new one (ROPA item no. O-20400010). When installing, always use a new paper gasket (ROPA item no. O-20350003) and new O-ring (ROPA item no. 412302). Before assembly, coat them with some oil. – Retighten the bolt connection of flange and hose. – Unscrew the oil drain hose again and screw on the screw cap again.

  • Page 340: Hydraulic System

    Pressure reservoir brake system. Regularly check the hoses of the hydraulic system for aging and damage! Immediately exchange damaged or aged hoses. Only use hoses for replacements conforming to the specifications of the original hose! Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...
  • Page 341 (for instance by knocking off using a suitable piece of wood). Warning! Burning hazard! All coolers heat up during operation. Wear protective gloves! Before all work performed on the cooling systems, let the machine cool down sufficiently! Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 342: Hydraulic Oil Tank

    Open the protective cover in the rear bunker wall. For refilling hydraulic fluid, unscrew the black filling cap (bleeding head) (2) from the lid of the fluid tank. When you open the filling lid for the hydraulic fluid, then it is possible that you hear a „hissing“ sound. This sound is normal. The filling and bleeding filter (ROPA item no. 270700) (2) ensures the required air compensation in case of fluctuating fluid level (for instance, due to the fluid temperature). Replace it when it is soiled, but at the latest every 2 years. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 343: Changing Hydraulic Fluid

    Note! The entire machine contains more than twice as much hydraulic fluid as can be drained during a hydraulic fluid change. For this reason it is essential to adhere strictly to the prescribed intervals for changing the hydraulic fluid. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...
  • Page 344 – Place the gasket and the metal lid onto them. – Before installing them, coat the bolts for fastening the metal lid with sealing compound (ROPA item no. 017026) and tighten the bolts. – Before filling up with fresh hydraulic fluid, replace all filters in the hydraulic system. These filters are non-reusable products. They may not be cleaned. Cleaning destroys the filters. The hydraulic system might sustain heavy damage.

  • Page 345: Exchange Suction Return Filter Element

    – make sure of the utmost cleanliness. Make sure that the O-ring sealings in the filter housing are neither damaged nor soiled. Before opening the filter housing, make sure that the hydraulic system is absolutely pressureless. (1) Suction return filter First exchange of all filter elements is required after the first 50 operating hours; thereafter, annually. To exchange the filter elements in the fluid tank, unscrew the lid of the respective filter. Exchange the filter elements for new ones and screw the lids on again. The tightening torque for the fastening nuts is 45Nm. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 346: Exchange Of Pressure Filter Element

    Inspect the element surface for dirt residue and larger particles. These may point to damage to the components. – Exchange the filter element. – Clean the bowl. – Inspect the filter for mechanical damage; check sealing surfaces and threads in particular. – Exchange the O-ring on the filter bowl. Dirt or incomplete pressure relief during disassembly may lead to seizing of the bowl screw thread. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 347: Collective Return Pipe Protective Strainer

    Note! Filter element must be disposed of in compliance with regional environmental protection regulations! Pressure filter for front axle steering at the articulation front left Removal of the element (ROPA item no. 270336) is performed as described above in „Filter exchange operating hydraulics“. The required tool is a ring wrench or fork wrench SW 24.

  • Page 348: Mechanical Drive For Steering Axles

    The knuckle joints of the double joint shafts in the stub axles of the two steering axles must be lubricated every 200 operating hours. Each knuckle joint contains two lubricating nipples. Both lubricating nipples must be lubricated. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 349: Manual Transmission (Drive Train)

    – Reinsert the oil filling screw and the oil control screw. Prescribed oil variants: Fully synthetic gear oil API GL5, SAE 75W-90 as per ZF standard TE-ML05B Filling volume: approx. 8.5l Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 350: Axles

    Proceed as follows for changing the oil: – Change the oil only with gears warm after operation. Park the machine on level ground. The oil level control screw („Oil Level“) (1) is horizontal (see illustration). Oil level Front and rear axles Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...
  • Page 351 – Reinsert the oil level control screw. Note! The ROPA planetary gear oil filler should be used for filling up the oil (ROPA special tool item no. 018143). Using this special tool, you can precisely and easily fill up the corresponding oil volume.

  • Page 352: Differential Gears Front Axle (Portal Axle)

    For this differential gears, due to the installed multi-disk differential brake, a special oil quality is prescribed. For this, exclusively use oils with LS additives (LS = limited slip). Prescribed oil variants: Gear oil LS API GL 5 SAE 90 LS Filling volume: Differential gears portal axle: approx. 23l Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 353: Differential Gears Rear Axle (Portal Axle)

    The first oil change is required after the first 50 operating hours. Thereafter, perform annual oil change. Attention! Injury hazard. Before oil change, stop Panther and switch off the engine. The machine must be secured against inadvertent starting of the engine. All maintenance and repair work may only be performed by trained personnel.

  • Page 354: Portal Drives Front Axle

    – Open the oil level filling screw and wait until the oil has drained completely. – Reinsert the oil drain screw. – Fill in oil through the oil filling opening for so long until the oil level reaches the lower edge of the oil filling opening. – Reinsert the oil filling screw. Prescribed oil variants: Gear oil API GL 5 SAE 90 Filling volume: Portal drive front axle: each approx. 8.25l (1) Oil drain screw (2) Oil filling screw + control Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 355: Portal Drives Rear Axle

    The oil change of the rear axle is performed in the same way as that of the front axle. The recommended oil variants and filling volumes are identical. Prescribed oil variants: Gear oil API GL 5 SAE 90 Filling volume: Portal drive front axle: each approx. 8.25l (1) Oil drain screw (2) Oil filling screw + control Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 356: Pneumatic System

    Falling hazard. For maintenance work on the compressed air vessel, use a ladder standing on a safe base. Always wear gloves, protective goggles and suitable protective clothing. (1) Drain valve Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 357: Defoliator And Lifter

    Observe the applicable regulations on safety and health protection at work under raised loads. The defoliator must be moved to maintenance position for work on the bottom of the defoliator and secured by inserting the two safety bolts. Defoliator in the maintenance position Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 358: Defoliator

    Taste = Swing defoliator up, Taste = Swing defoliator down. Alternately to R-Select, there is a ground operation at the lifting unit. Press the button defoliator-maintenance position (87) and additionally the button (88). (2) Select maintenance position key Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...
  • Page 359 7 Maintenance and Service Remove safety bolt (2) from storage position. Insert into the parallelogram support as shown and secure using the spring plug (3). (2) Safety bolt in storage position (2) Safety bolt inserted (3) Spring plug Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 360: Moving Defoliator From Maintenance Into Operating Position

    Swinging down of the defoliator from the maintenance position is, in the same sense, performed in reciprocal sequence as described above. However, before unfolding for lifting, please ensure that the fixing hook (1) has not been folded back. For lifting the fixing hook (1) must be strictly applied to the counter bolt (2). Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 361: Setting The Sensor Of The Leaf Finder

    The following values must be displayed: Left Middle Right 795 ± 5 475 ± 5 155 ± 5 If these values are not displayed, then the central position must be set using the basic settings for the rod structure. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...
  • Page 362 – Tighten both screws (2) again. – Check the value for the central display on the R-Touch. If necessary, set the length of the bar structure (4) to the sensor of leaf finder and stop bolts (5) until the correct values are shown in the R-Touch. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 363: Defoliator Wheels

    – Readjust the setting nut (2) so far until it axially touches the collar of the brass bushing. Then, turn back the setting nut (2) so far until the threaded rod (1) can be screwed into the next groove (3). Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 364: Defoliator Shaft

    7 Maintenance and Service 7.9.1.5 Defoliator shaft Defoliator shaft at PISh. Flails and clamping shackles at PBS*h at PISh and PASh. Defoliator shaft and cleaning shaft at PES*h Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 365: Scalper

    The shaft must be regularly visually inspected for wear. A worn defoliator shaft may only be replaced by an original ROPA part for safety reasons. Unbalance in the defoliator shaft leads to cracks and breakage in all defoliator parts.
  • Page 366 Inflow sheet with skid The inflow skid (1) must be checked once a week for wear. Once the bearing surface of the inflow skid (1) might be worn, the inflow skid (ROPA item no. 125658) must be replaced. Should the inflow sheet (ROPA item no. 125657) be also damaged, it has to be replaced. Blockages in front of the scalper flails, particularly in the case of low lying beets and wilting beet leaf, are usually caused by worn inflow skids. Regularly clean the scalper of sticking dirt, leaf residue and similar foreign objects, so that the weight of the scalper does not increase needlessly.

  • Page 367: Lifter

    Share in a new condition in hole 2, normal share spacing Share in a new condition, attachment hole 2, rear: Inner width between shares, 25 to 30mm is ideal lower bore with inflow sheet for further share in most cases spacing Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...
  • Page 368 Shares absolutely unsuitable for lifting Wear angle bracket worn severely New wear angle Always use original ROPA shares as replacements as they are optimized for use in the PR2 lifter. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 369: Lifter Gears For Lifting Rollers

    Reinsert the oil drain screws and tighten them. Lower the lifter completely down. Fill in fresh gear oil through the oil filling screw for so long until the inspection glasses are half filled up. Close the oil filling openings using the corresponding screws. Lifter gears left Rear Front (1) Oil filling screw (2) Inspection glass/oil level control (3) Oil drain screw Prescribed oil variants: Gear oil API GL 5 SAE 90 Filling volume: front approx. 4.3 l rear approx. 1.2 l Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 370: Paddle Gears

    (2) Inspection glass/oil level control (3) Oil drain screw Prescribed oil variants: Gear oil API GL 5 SAE 90 Filling volume: approx. 1.5 l 7.9.2.3 Paddle gears (1) Oil filling screw (2) Oil level control (3) Oil drain screw Prescribed oil variants: Gear oil API GL 5 SAE 90 Filling volume: approx. 0.5 l Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 371: Depth-Control Shaft Gear

    API GL 5 SAE 90 Filling volume: each approx. 0.8l The oil in the Poclain depth-control wheels drive is situated not in the motor, but in the sealing gap. This is lifetime oil and it must not be changed! Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 372: Shaking Share Gears

    Gear oil API GL5, SAE 75W-90 as per ZF standard TE-ML05B Filling volume: approx. 1.7l 7.9.2.6 Shaking share drive at PR2h-V The internal gearing of the flanges for shifting the eccentric drive must be relubricated every 50 hours for the PR2h-V lifter. Recommendation: Keep a separate grease gun filled with copper paste for this. It should only be used to grease these 5 lubricating points. (1) Lubricating nipple for copper grease (PR2h-V only). Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 373: Readjusting Eccentric Bearing Shaking Share Drive

    7.9.2.7 Readjusting eccentric bearing shaking share drive As soon as you find clearance by lateral movement of the fork-type joint of the eccentric bearings, the corresponding bearing must be readjusted. You will need the special ROPA hook spanner tool for the groove nut M 75x2 for this (ROPA item no. 018414). This work may only be performed by people already having sufficient experience in adjusting tapered-roller bearings. Readjust the bearings so far until they are without any clearance. When the bearing is without clearance, readjust the adjusting nut so far until the bearing has minimal prestress.

  • Page 374: Share Body Guide/Suspension

    (visual inspection). Exchanging lifting rollers If a stone jutting high up from the ground bend a lifting roller or if a roller is worn out, then the roller must be exchanged for a new one. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...
  • Page 375 Note! The 5th lifting roller is secured on both sides with two lock pins (1) each, which are pushed in from opposite sides. Then, the 5th lifting roller may be removed. (2) Clamping bolts (3) Lever Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 376: Infeed Conveyor

    Remember to put in two lock pins at the 5th lifting roller on the both ends. Mount the counter bearing completely at the lifter. In any case, close all open lock pin holes using original Ropa plastic plugs (ROPA item no. 122803) to avoid ingress of dirt.

  • Page 377: Setting Synchronism

    Check by visual inspection whether the conveyor runs evenly straight. If this is not the case, then repeat the setting process for so long until the conveyor runs evenly in the centre. Setting note Conveyor runs to the right → turn nut backward (arrow B). Conveyor runs to the left → turn nut forward (arrow A). Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 378: Infeed Conveyor Gears

    Fill up fresh gear oil through the inspection glass opening (2) for so long, until the lower edge of the opening has been reached. Reinstall the inspection glass and use a new sealing (ROPA item no. 412261). Raise the lifter again. Check the oil level.

  • Page 379: Strainer Wheels

    All strainer wheels and guide grids must be cleaned daily of foreign objects like binder twine, jammed stones, etc. The strainer wheel drum at the centre of the first strainer wheel must be cleaned weekly from below, and also in case of need. Strainer wheel drum from below Strainer wheel wiper Check weekly. In case of need, readjust or replace. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 380: Elevator

    The piston shaft may then be flung out of the pipe and injure bystanders. The elevator belt is tensioned after first switching on the machine drive. For retension, fold the elevator in the bunker. Switch off the engine and secure the machine against inadvertent starting. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...
  • Page 381 Switch the machine drive and the engine off again and secure the machine against inadvertent starting. Check the tension of the elevator belt below the machine. If the elevator belt is not tensioned sufficiently, then the process must be repeated so often until the tension is sufficient. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 382: Bunker

    Body and turns of the auger must be regularly cleaned of sticking soil or other foreign objects. The knuckle joint of the drive in the rear and the counter bearing in front must be lubricated using the grease gun every 100 operating hours. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 383: Ultrasound Sensors

    (1) Splint Connector link conveyor chain. Two cross conveyor chains are installed till vehicle identification number 7D*. Replace them from front to back. With the longitudal conveyors proceed according to the above scheme. Check the splints annually for wear. Worn out splints must be indispensably replaced. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 384: Tensioning Conveyor Chains

    If this should be the case, then the tension is too low. The corresponding cross conveyor chain must then be retensioned. Wrong chain tension!!! Correct chain tension Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 385: Retensioning Longitudinal Conveyor

    – By screwing in the tensioning bolts (1), slide the conveyor guide roller forward until the rear conveyor chains enter the guide bars again cleanly. – Ensure that you adjust both tightening bolts (1) by the same distance each. – Retighten lock nuts. (1) Tensioning bolt (2) Lock nut Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 386: Retensioning Cross Conveyor

    – Adjust both tightening bolts (1) by the same distance each. Therefore, slide the conveyor guide shaft evenly so far to the outside until the cross conveyor enters into the nylon bars from above. – Retighten lock nuts. (1) Tensioning bolt (2) Lock nut Two cross conveyors are installed from vehicle identification number 7E*. Logically, both cross conveyors must be retightened. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 387: Drive Chains

    100 operating hours. To retighten these drive chains, loosen the respective fixing screw of the plastic tensioning block (3). Turn the tensioning block so that the chain is tightly tensioned once more. Retighten the fixing screw. (3) Tensioning block Drive chain longitudinal conveyor. (3) Tensioning blocks Drive chain cross conveyor and cleaner roller. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 388: Bearings Of The Conveyor Drive Shaft And Cleaner Roller

    100 operating hours. Conveyor guide wheels from vehicle identification number 7E* The total of 8 conveyor guide wheels (4 longitudinal conveyors, 4 cross conveyors) must be lubricated each 100 operating hours. Cleaning roller bearing The two cleaning roller bearings must be lubricated every 100 operating hours. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 389: Unloading Conveyor

    Warning! Hazard of severe injuries if the unloading conveyor should suddenly swing down. Only perform work under the unloading conveyor swung out, if the conveyor is reliably supported by material with sufficient load bearing capacity. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 390: Retensioning Belt

    Make sure that the unloading conveyor belt is tensioned evenly. Let the unloading conveyor run for a short time. Check the tension and, in case of need, repeat the tensioning process. (1) Clamping bolts (2) Lock nut (3) Tensioning bolt Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...
  • Page 391 7 Maintenance and Service Replace drive wheels timely, do not wait until the unloading conveyor belt leaps! Check the drive wheels at least once each season for wear. Extremely worn drive wheels lead to premature wear of the unloading conveyor belt. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 392: Air Conditioning And Ventilation Systems

    (never use a high-pressure cleaner!). The condenser may be swung up for cleaning. For this purpose, screw off two hexagonal nuts on the front part of the cooler frame and swing up the condenser. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 393: Condensate Drain

    – Recirculating air grid in the cabin is not open. Remedy: Open recirculating air grid. – Recirculating air filter in the cabin is clogged. Remedy: Clean recirculating air filter. If the heating and ventilation systems are not operating at full power, even when the recirculating air grid is completely open, it can be usually caused by clogged filters. Therefore, always clean both filters. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 394: Fresh Air Intake Filter

    (2) Recirculating filter This filter must be cleaned in case of need. For this purpose: – Remove the cover. – Pull out the recirculating filter (2) upward by the flap (3). – Blow out recirculating filter using compressed air. – Reinsert the cleaned recirculating filter. Pay attention to the flow direction. The printed arrow (4) on the filter must point forward to the windscreen. – Reinstall cover hood. This filter element (ROPA item no. 352422) should be renewed once a year in any case. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 395: Coolant Circuit

    – Have the air conditioning system checked by a qualified workshop and, in case of need, repaired. Maintenance every two years: – Have the coolant and collector drier (ROPA item no. 352415) replaced by an authorized specialist workshop, even if no bubbles can be seen in the collector drier’s inspection glass. Note for the specialist workshop! If replacing or refilling the coolant, this should be mixed with the following oil: Fuchs Reniso PAG46 (ROPA item no.

  • Page 396: Battery Maintenance

    – Soak a cotton bud with pure isopropanol alcohol (IPA) and clean the printing line or use a print head cleaning rod/cleaning card. – Also remove further strong soiling using a cotton bud (IPA). Never use sharp objects for cleaning. This could damage the print head. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...

  • Page 397: Shutdown For A Longer Period Of Time

    Oxyhydrogen gas is very easily combustible and may explode. Always make sure of the correct charging voltage. Make sure that the batteries are only charged in well ventilated locations. Smoking, fire or open flame are strictly prohibited. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...
  • Page 398 – In case of batteries forming sulphate, detectable by the silver-coloured plate coating and turbid battery acid, there are neither guarantee nor warranty claims. They are also excluded from any accommodation scheme, because this damage is caused by gross negligence during maintenance. Panther 7 Maintenance and Service...
  • Page 399 8 Malfunction and Remedies Chapter 8 Malfunction and Remedies Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...

  • Page 401: Malfunction And Remedies

    In case of the slightest doubt, call in specialist personnel trained accordingly or enquire with service personnel from ROPA. Do not perform any repairs on the machine if you do not have the required specialist knowledge and experience.

  • Page 402: Electrics

    The fuses for the electric system are located in the engine switch box, in the seat console, in the driver‘s cabin and in the box for the central electric system right outside the cabin (accessible from the driver‘s cabin through a lid in the right side wall). For Panther, mainly commercially available, flat plug-in fuses (melting fuses) are used. Labels on the inside of the metal cover designate the fuses. In addition, there are three electronic automatic cut-outs on the inside of the central electrical system cover.

  • Page 403: List Of Fuses (Melting Fuses)

    8 Malfunction and Remedies 8.2.2 List of fuses (melting fuses) List of fuses ROPA Panther Ampere Function Pos. in the machine Main power supply, screw-in Littlefuse MEGA fuses Supply central electric system to cabin Diesel engine bracket, left fuse supply engine switch box Diesel engine bracket, right Supply lighting X2 fuse Supply emergency steering pump on diesel engine...
  • Page 404 Pin 30 ACM in engine switching cabinet in engine switching cabinet Pin 30 lighting module A35 Pin 30 lighting module A35 in engine switching cabinet F130 Pin 15 MCM, Pin 15 ACM in engine switching cabinet Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...

  • Page 405: Electronic Automatic Cut-Outs

    If the light emitting diode (LED) (1) of a fuse is lit, then the fuse is overloaded and power supply to the connected component interrupted. In case of problems with the electric or electronic system, please contact your dealer or your ROPA service point. red LED Electronic automatic cut-outs in the lifter box...

  • Page 406: List Of Self-Resetting Electronic Fuses With Led

    B10 sensor guide grid height 2nd strainer wheel, B35 sensor in engine switching F91r 100 mA unload conveyor articulated part cabinet 8.5V B21 rpm strainer wheel 1, B22 rpm strainer wheel 2 in engine switching F92r 100 mA cabinet 8.5V Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...

  • Page 407: Relays List Ropa Panther

    100 mA B70 PS stone protection, B28 rpm defoliator shaft in the lifter box 24V F117r 100 mA Rpm rubber-defoliator shaft in the lifter box 24V Relays list Ropa Panther Item Designation Position in the machine Remarks Load relay ignition current Relay main load pin 15...

  • Page 408: Colour Codes For Electric Wiring

    Electrical motors and internal wiring, miscellaneous orange Control lines for all valves and solenoids (all „Y“) Special feature: twisted cables white (twisted) = CAN high brown (twisted) = CAN low twisted together = CAN BUS data line Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...

  • Page 409: Searching For Malfunctions Using R-Touch

    Example: = Communications problem with control device A15 = computer ESR D (refer to the table below). = Analogue signal out of range. = Line break or short circuit found. = Internal memory fault EEPROM. Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...
  • Page 410 Operating panel in seat console 320832 R-Direct/R-Select A41-43 Keypad I, II and III in seat console 8 buttons without film 320831 front mid on cabin Optional equipment for driving speed/ CAN-GPS sensor 320801 roof position, etc. Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...

  • Page 411: Overview Of Diagnostic Menus

    8 Malfunction and Remedies 8.5.1 Overview of diagnostic menus Please find below illustrations of the available diagnostics menus on the R-Touch. They facilitate malfunctions diagnostics for service personnel, if you call up the corresponding menu items after being request by service personnel and notify the values or icons displayed to service personnel. Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...

  • Page 412: Digital Inputs

    8 Malfunction and Remedies 8.5.1.1 Digital inputs Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...

  • Page 413: Analogue Inputs

    8 Malfunction and Remedies 8.5.1.2 Analog inputs Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...

  • Page 414: Rpm Inputs

    8 Malfunction and Remedies 8.5.1.3 Rpm inputs Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...

  • Page 415: Outputs Pwm + Sw

    8 Malfunction and Remedies 8.5.1.4 Outputs PWM + SW Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...
  • Page 416 8 Malfunction and Remedies Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...

  • Page 417: Can-Bus

    8 Malfunction and Remedies 8.5.1.5 CAN-Bus Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...

  • Page 418: Diesel Engine A403 Cpc4

    8 Malfunction and Remedies 8.5.1.6 Diesel engine A403 CPC4 Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...

  • Page 419: Error Memory Machine

    8 Malfunction and Remedies 8.5.1.7 Error memory machine Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...

  • Page 420: Error Memory Engine

    8 Malfunction and Remedies 8.5.1.8 Error memory engine Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...

  • Page 421: Joystick

    8 Malfunction and Remedies 8.5.1.9 Joystick Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...

  • Page 422: Air Conditioning Control Device

    8 Malfunction and Remedies 8.5.1.10 Air conditioning control device 8.5.1.11 Operating components Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...
  • Page 423 8 Malfunction and Remedies Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...

  • Page 424: Functions

    8 Malfunction and Remedies 8.5.1.12 Functions Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...
  • Page 425 8 Malfunction and Remedies Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...
  • Page 426 8 Malfunction and Remedies Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...

  • Page 427: Gps Data

    Damage from excessive voltage caused by non-approved charging devices or jump start devices are covered neither by the guarantee nor by the warranty. No accommodation will be granted for such damage. Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...
  • Page 428 – Switch on the main battery switch of Panther. – Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and rev this engine up to a medium speed. – Start the engine of Panther and make sure, that a try to start may not take longer than 15 seconds.

  • Page 429: Welding On The Machine

    Welding on structural parts or parts with a safety function may only be performed after enquiry with ROPA, to the extent as it is admissible under the respective applicable regulations. All welding works may only be performed as per applicable standards and the recognized rules of engineering.

  • Page 430: Towing

    To close, turn it by 90°. 2. Press respectively pull the gearshift rod (2) (left outside on the rear side of the gear box) into central position. Neither of the two gears may be engaged. Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...
  • Page 431 Only use vehicles with sufficient braking power to tow the machine. For towing, use exclusively inflexible towing bars of sufficient dimensions. No other vehicles may be towed or loads drawn using the machine itself. It is impossible to start the engine of the machine by towing or rolling. Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...

  • Page 432: Connecting Of Salvaging Aids

    Connecting salvaging aids to the front of the machine extremely problematic and may only be performed in extreme emergencies by experienced specialist personnel. In case of need, contact customer service of ROPA. Note! Always make sure of sufficient rigidity of the salvaging aids. Consider that the load caused on the salvaging aids during salvaging of a vehicle may amount to several times the normal vehicle weight.

  • Page 433: Jacking Up For Wheel Change

    8 Malfunction and Remedies 8.10 Jacking up for wheel change To jack up the front and rear axles, place sufficient stable squared timber in the marked area (2). Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...

  • Page 434: Manual Releasing The Parking Brake

    Using a ring spanner box end wrench SW 13, turn the emergency release bolts (hexagonal bolt in the middle of the cylinder) counterclockwise until a fixed stop can be felt. The spring-loaded actuators are released, the vehicle is totally without brakes. The vehicle may be towed to the next workshop or a secure parking place under compliance with the corresponding safety regulations. Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...
  • Page 435 In this position, the emergency release device is once again active. The housing must be closed using the screw-on cover again. After completing all work, check the setting for the brake and perform a brake test. Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...

  • Page 436: Setting Or Resetting Of The Brake

    (counterclockwise). These two and a half to three revolutions set the clearance for the brake. Then, raise the vehicle at the front axle and check if the wheels may be turned by hand. Then, lower the vehicle again and perform the brake test. Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...

  • Page 437: Hydraulic Valves

    If during such tests or tries to repair, parts of the hydraulic system are suddenly put under pressure, then this may trigger unwanted machine movement. This may pinch or even crush people or body parts. Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...

  • Page 438: Central Lubrication System - Bleeding And Removal Of Blocks

    If the pipe system is blocked, then the grease will be pressed out at the safety valve (directly at the pipe output of the pump). To remove this block, proceed as follows: (1) Safety valve Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...
  • Page 439 5. As soon as you notice that the pipe is again passable, reconnect the pipe to the distributor. Check the free passage by performing an intermediate lubrication. 6. Shouldn't the method prescribed here lead you to any success, please contact your ROPA service station. Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...

  • Page 440: Emergency Operation Ventilator Drives

    The same applies to the ventilator of the engine radiator (water radiator/charge-air cooler). In this case, as a test, pull out the plug (2) labelled “Y99” from the hydraulic pump. Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...

  • Page 441: Swinging Away The Fuel Tank

    Screw out the holding bolt (1) left beside the tank fuel feed pipe. Slowly lower the tank by rotating the long threaded rod (2) right besides the rear apron bracket. Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...

  • Page 442: Checklist For Optimising The Lifting Quality

    Set defoliator higher Scalper bar: set lower with Micro-Topper, set higher with standard topper Close scalper combs (change basic setting) Topped diagonally Reduce spring preload at scalper Sharpen scalper flails Check knife angles (slightly “on grip”, correct guide bar) Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...
  • Page 443 Reduce infeed conveyor – lifting shaft – strainer wheels distance/ height Check strainer wheel pig tails (lost/broken) Reduce distance between grids and strainer wheels Reduce distance between inner grids and strainer wheel The checklist was created by the company in cooperation with Panther 8 Malfunction and Remedies...
  • Page 445 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Chapter 9 Lists and Tables/Plans and Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Panther 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification...

  • Page 447: Lists And Tables/Plans And Diagrams/Maintenance Verification

    Gear oil or grease apply when needed Grease as per DIN 51825, NLGI-class 2, type: According to Lubricating points KP2K-20, at low outdoor temperatures lubricating plan KP2K-30 Eccentric gears Copper paste ROPA item no. 017334 when needed (only PR2h-V) Panther 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification...

  • Page 448: Maintenance Table Panther

    9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Panther 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification...
  • Page 449 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Panther 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification...
  • Page 450 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Panther 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification...
  • Page 451 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Panther 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification...

  • Page 452: Lubricating Plan For Panther With Lifting Unit Pr2H

    9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification 9.3 Lubricating plan for Panther with lifting unit PR2h Number Every oper. Lubricating point nipples hrs. Defoliator Scalper bearings, per row Fold leaf-spreader rotation point Lever mechanism leaf-spreader folding Defoliator wheels locking lever (not PBSOh) Rotation point service position defoliator Cylinder scalper up/down (not at PESh)
  • Page 453 2 intermediate lubrication cycles. Grease ROPA item no. 435062 as per DIN 51825, NLGI-class 2, type: KP2K-20, at low outdoor temperatures KP2K-30. No lubricating greases containing solid lubricants may be employed. Biologically degradable greases are also admissible. Panther 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification...

  • Page 454: Lubricant Recoding Table For Ropa Panther

    9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Panther 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification...

  • Page 455: Mercedes-Benz Works Standard Operating Materials, Engine Oils And Coolants/Antifreeze Agents

    Total Lubrifiants, PARIS la Defense Cedex/FRANCE Elf Performance Experty 10W-40 Total Lubrifiants, PARIS la Defense Cedex/FRANCE Elf Performance Experty FE 5W-30 Total Lubrifiants, PARIS la Defense Cedex/FRANCE ELF Performance Experty HDX 10W-40 Total Lubrifiants, PARIS la Defense Cedex/FRANCE Panther 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification...
  • Page 456 Exxon Mobil Corporation, FAIRFAX, Virginia/USA MOGUL DIESEL DTT PLUS 10W-40 Kuwait Petroleum, ROZENBURG/THE NETHERLANDS MOL Dynamic Synt Diesel 10W-40 MOL-LUB Ltd., ALMÀSFÜZITÖ/HUNGARY MOL Dynamic Synt Diesel E4 10W40 MOL-LUB Ltd., ALMÀSFÜZITÖ/HUNGARY MOL Dynamic Tornado 5W30 MOL-LUB Ltd., ALMÀSFÜZITÖ/HUNGARY Panther 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification...
  • Page 457 BayWa AG, München/Deutschland Tedex Diesel Truck UHPD Motor Oil Tedex S.A., Piaseczno/POLAND TESLA DENEBOLA FS 1120 SAE 10W 40 Tesla Technoproducts FZE, DUBAI/UNITED ARAB EMIRATES TESLA DENEBOLA SS 1120 SAE 10W 40 Tesla Technoproducts FZE, DUBAI/UNITED ARAB EMIRATES Panther 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification...
  • Page 458 Total Lubrifiants, PARIS la Defense Cedex/FRANCE Elf Performance Experty 10W-40 Total Lubrifiants, PARIS la Defense Cedex/FRANCE Elf Performance Experty FE 5W-30 Total Lubrifiants, PARIS la Defense Cedex/FRANCE ELF Performance Experty HDX 10W-40 Total Lubrifiants, PARIS la Defense Cedex/FRANCE Panther 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification...

  • Page 459: Anticorrosion/Antifreeze Agents (Specification Mb 325.5)

    Bucher AG Langenthal, LANGENTHAL/Schweiz OMV coolant SOT OMV Refining & Marketing GmbH, VIENNA/Österreich Zerex G 40-91 The Valvoline Company, LEXINGTON, KY/USA 9.5.3 Premixed coolants (specification MB 326.5) Stand: 02.09.2013 Product name PRODUKTNAME Customer AUFTRAGGEBER Glysantin® Ready Mix G40® BASF SE, Ludwigshafen/Deutschland Panther 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification...

  • Page 460: Filter Cartridges, V-Belts

    9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Filter cartridges, V-belts Panther with MB OM471 LA Engine Mercedes Benz OM471 LA ROPA item no. Oil filter cartridge, 1 pc. 303189 Fuel filter insert main filter engine fine, 1 pc. 303190 Fuel filter insert prefilter engine, 1 pc. 303196 Air filter main cartridge, 1 pc. 303152 Air filter safety cartridge, 1 pc. 303153 Fuel prefilter 10 my, 1 pc. 303167 AdBlue system ® AdBlue filter insert, 1 pc. 303195 ® AdBlue intake filter steel screen in tank 1 pc. 303220 ® AdBlue bleeding and ventilation filter at the tank 301106 ®...

  • Page 461: Torque Table For Bolts And Nuts (Nm)

    1050 1220 1100 1550 1800 1200 1450 2100 2450 Metric fine thread DIN 13 Dimension 10.9 12.9 M8x1 M10 x1 M12 x1,5 M14 x1,5 M16 x1,5 M18 x1,5 M20 x1,5 M22 x1,5 1050 Tightening moment wheel nuts Front and rear axles 450 Nm Panther 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification...

  • Page 462: Lubricating Plans

    Trailing arm right front Lifting cylinder left bottom A-frame arm left front Trailing arm right rear Infeed conveyor suspension left Infeed conveyor suspension right A-frame arm left rear A-frame arm right rear Distributor front axle: ROPA item no. 360115 Articulation cylinder right front Articulation cylinder left front Steering cylinder left inside Steering cylinder right inside Steering cylinder left outside Steering cylinder right outside Steering knuckle left bottom...

  • Page 463: Lubricating Plan Pr2H Lifting Unit (6-Row, 45Cm/50Cm/Variable) From 2013 Yom

    Left distributor Depth guide slotted hole Bottom rear parallelogram Defoliator relief cylinder Bottom front parallelogram Defoliator relief cylinder Top rear parallelogram Top front parallelogram Lifting roller 4 Lifting roller 2 Lifting roller 3 Forced intake bearing Lifting roller 1 105* Right distributor Panther 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification...

  • Page 464: Lubricating Plan For Pish Defoliator

    Left depth-control wheel Left leaf sensor Right depth-control wheel Left depth-control wheel hub Scalper bracing tube height adjustment left Scalper bracing tube height adjustment right Defoliator shaft left Defoliator shaft right 9.8.5 Lubricating plan for PB2SWh-/PASWh defoliator To main distributor lubricating circuit 3 Leaf worm conv. Right depth-control wheel Leaf sensor Left depth-control wheel Right depth-control wheel hub Scalper bracing tube height adjustment right Left depth-control wheel hub Scalper bracing tube height adjustment left Leaf sensor Defoliator shaft left Defoliator shaft right Panther 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification...

  • Page 465: Lubricating Plan For Pbsoh-/Pb2Soh-/Pasoh Defoliators

    Left depth-control wheel Right depth-control wheel Right depth-control wheel hub Left depth-control wheel hub Depth-control wheel left inside Depth-control wheel right inside Depth-control wheel hub left inside Depth-control wheel hub right inside Left leaf sensor Right leaf sensor 9.8.7 Lubricating plan for PESh-45/-50/-V To main distributor lubricating circuit 3 Defoliator shaft left Defoliator shaft right Left depth-control wheel Left leaf sensor Left depth-control wheel hub Right depth-control wheel Right leaf sensor Right depth-control wheel hub Defoliator shaft right Defoliator shaft left Panther 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification...

  • Page 466: Adblue ® Information Sheet

    The product does not need to be labelled in accordance with EC directives or respective national laws. National regulations: Statutory Ordinance on Hazardous Incidents: not subject to © Daimler AG, 14.09.10, G/09/10, ah14.40-n-001-01a, Information regarding usage, material properties and handling of AdBlue Panther 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification...

  • Page 467: Maintenance Verification

    9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Panther 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification...
  • Page 468 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Panther 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification...

  • Page 469: Maintenance Confirmation

    _____ 1st customer service ROPA machine Plan 50 oper. hrs. completely May only be performed on: performed by ROPA-Service performed by: staff. Signature: ______________________________________________ _____ Maintenance after 1st customer service MB engine Plan 500 oper. hrs. completely May only be performed on: confirmed by MB Service. performed by: Signature: ______________________________________________ 9.10.3 Software Updates Version Date Name Panther 9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification...

  • Page 470: Confirmation About Instructions Given To The Driver

    9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification 9.11 Confirmation about instructions given to the driver Mrs/ Mr................. date of birth ....Last name and first name about safe handling of Panther Was instructed on ... about maintenance of Panther by ................Last name and first name Has demonstrated the required knowledge for safe handling of Panther...

  • Page 471: Safety Instructions

    9 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification 9.12 Safety instructions Even though all ROPA machines are engineered and manufactured with safety in mind, there are generally certain hazard zones for all comprehensive sugar beet harvesters, where people are not allowed staying under any circumstances during operation.
  • Page 472 Statement (last name,first name) have been informed about the hazard zones of the Panther during lifting by the owner. I have completely received this information and understood it. I oblige not to enter the hazard zones as long as the machine is running in lifting operation. I have been informed that I must immediately leave these hazard zones when I am directly requested to or by horn signals of the machine operator.

  • Page 473: Ropa Handover Confirmation

    Internet entry page), as well as for any other advertising, consulting and information purposes (written, by phone or e-mail) about products and services can be received by the ROPA support point and/or ROPA, or passed on to ROPA, as well as stored, processed and used.
  • Page 475 Battery capacity 52 Battery emergency shutdown 97 Battery main switch 91 Brake pedal 74 Bunker 35, 49, 270–274, 272–276 Bunker auger 35, 82, 271–274 Bunker auger switching manually 82 Bunker connection bracket 268 Bunker filling 273 Bunker ladder 66, 93 Panther Index...
  • Page 476 Defoliator shaft drive 202 Defoliator unit 49 Depth guide 224 Depth guide activation 148 Depth-control shaft 221 Depth-control shaft gear 371, 450 Depth-control shaft rpm 223 Depth-control shaft shift 83, 84 Depth-control wheel 49 Depth-control wheels 36, 205 Diagnostics menu 411 Panther Index...
  • Page 477 Error memory machine 419, 420 Evaluating orders 138 Fan speed setting 309 Fault diagnostics 402 Filling up grease gun 302 Filter cartridge 319, 326 Filter cartridges 460 Filter insert exchanging 327, 339 Fire extinguisher 101 First startup 101 Panther Index...
  • Page 478 Hydraulic defoliator flap 210-211 Hydraulic fluid change 343 Hydraulic oil cooler 341, 449 Hydraulic oil tank 49, 342, 449 Hydraulic pumps 297 Hydraulic system 295–296, 340–342, 344–345, 347, 449 Hydraulic system, prescribed oil variants 447 Hydraulic valves 437 Panther Index...
  • Page 479 Locking lever for depth-control wheel 205 Longitudinal adjustment with operating console 72 Longitudinal adjustment without operating console 71 Longitudinal conveyor 282, 385–386, 452 Low-loader transport 54, 55, 56 Lubricant recoding table for ROPA Panther 454 Lubricant type 447 Lubricating and operating supplies 447 Panther Index...
  • Page 480 Multifunctional key 87, 147 Name plate 15 Noise level standing 52 Nominal rotational speed 51 Note! 22 Number of rows setting 132 Obligations of the entrepreneur 21 Offset-steer activation 177 Offset-steer direction 176 Offset-steer stage 177 Oil change, engine 322 Panther Index...
  • Page 481 Rear axle in central position 171 Rear axle steering 87, 170, 186 Rear view camera 304 Rear view mirror 90 Rear wheel steering 37 Red hints on operation 141 Registration and license plate duty 39 Relays list 407 Panther Index...
  • Page 482 Share beam height 229 Share body 221 Share body bearing, prescribed oil variants 447 Share body guide 237 Share body steering 237 Ship transport 56 Shutdown 314 Side shift 244–246, 248–250 Special functions 121 Speed limit 167 Spring loading 220 Panther Index...
  • Page 483 TeachIn key 87, 154 Technical data 51 Thermally-sensitive paper 313 Three-point suspension 148 TI key 87, 154 Tilting frame 234 Tires front 51 Tires pressure 53 Torque table 461 Towing 431 Traction drive 51 Training 39 Transport draft 54, 55 Panther Index...
  • Page 484 Welding on the machine 429 Wheel chocks 101 Width 52 Window wiper 403, 407 Window wiper, interval switch 69 Wiper 266 Working floodlights 37 X-Y key (1) 148 X-Y key defoliator depth 87, 153 X-Y key lifting depth 87, 153 Panther Index...
  • Page 485 Index Panther Index...

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