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EC Declaration of Conformity EC Declaration of Conformity EC Declaration of Conformity EC Declaration of Conformity EC Declaration of Conformity as defined by the EC directives Machines 89/392/EEC amended by 91/368/EEC and 93/44/EEC, Appendix II and 93/68/EEC The machine product : round baler type : MP 135 R /...
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Foreword Foreword Foreword Foreword Foreword Dear Customer, We would like to thank you for the trust you are showing in our company in purchasing this Kverneland fixed chamber round baler. The following operating instructions provide detailed information on starting up and maintaining your new round baler.
Safety Your personal safety The retailer will have explained to you about operation and maintenance when handing over the machine. Read these operating instructions before using the machine for the first time and be sure to note the safety instructions. Areas of particular importance are marked with a pictograph. You will find this sign beside all important safety instructions in these operating instructions.
Type plate The identification plate with machine type and machine number is located on the right hand side at the drawbar linkage point. Note: Enter the data on the type plate into the box provided for this purpose on the se- cond page.
2. The following rules and regulations must be observed: the locally applicable, relevant accident prevention regulations, the recognised road traffic, safety and industrial medicine regulations, the functional limits and safety regulations listed in the technical instructions. 3. Only suitable and perfectly functioning tools and equipment may be used in carrying out work on the machine.
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1. Before putting the machine into operation, read and understand the operator’s manual and the safety precautions and follow all instructions given. 2. Before performing any service and repair work, stop the engine and remove the ignition key. 3. Never open or remove protective devices when the engine is running.
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7. Stand clear of the raised tailgate if same is not locked against lowering. 8. Keep hands clear of the pick-up area when the tractor engine is running and the pto shaft is connected. 9. Secure the machine by wheel chocks to ensure it cannot move away when uncoupled or stored.
Authorised users Youths under 16 years of age may not operate the round baler. The owner of the machine must make the operating instructions available to the user and ensure that the latter has read and understood same. Only then may the user operate the machine. The delegation of responsibility for various machine duties must be clearly established and adhered to.
8. Operating devices (ropes, chains and linkage) of remote controlled equipment must be installed in such a way that they can not trigger unintentional movements in any transport and working position. 9. Couple equipment according to regulations, and attach and secure to the prescribed devices. Particular care should be taken when coupling and decoupling equipment to or from the tractor.
1.8.3 Power take-off operation Applies only to PTO driven equipment. 1. Use only universal drive shafts prescribed by the manufacturer. Ensure that the universal drive shaft is correctly mounted and secured. The protective tube and guard cone of the universal drive shaft must be properly attached and be in perfect condition.
1.8.4 Hydraulic system 1. Warning: The hydraulic system is under high pressure. 2. Check the hydraulic hose pipes regularly and replace them when they are damaged or become old. The replacement hose pipes must correspond to the technical requirements of the equipment manufacturer.
Safety when not in use and in storage 1. Store the device in a safe place. 2. Never allow children to play on or around the device. 3. Never couple or decouple the device on anything but firm, dry and level ground. This reduces the risk of overturning or sinking into soft ground or mud.
1.11 Safety instructions for round balers 1. General safety instructions are contained in this manual as well as in the German agricultural association health and safety regulations VSG 1.1 (01.01.2001). 2. The round baler is to be attached to the tractor before start-up. (Risk of overturning when the tailgate is opened).
General description How the round baler functions The functions of the round baler are controlled via the "Autoform" (1) installed in the tractor cab in conjunction with a single and double-acting control unit. The hydraulically controlled functions and binding options are preselected using the "Autoform". The display indicates the user´s requests, the number of bales and malfunctions.
Important components of the round baler "Autoform" Hydraulic cables - 1 single-acting control unit - 1 double-acting control unit Drawbar with ring hitch, precisely adjustable WWE wide-angle universal drive shaft with wedge clutch (on device) Stand, pivoted with adjustable crank Manometer for bale density Pick-up - feeler wheel, pneumatic, height adjustable 2 x 6 ways Pick-up with baffle plate...
Installation and adjustments Warning ! Adjusting, maintenance and repair work is only to be carried out when the motor is switched off and the machine is at a standstill. Remove ignition key. Tractor equipment necessary The necessary PTO shaft speed to operate the round baler is 540 rpm.
When the machine is disconnected, the "Autoform" can remain in the tractor cab. The cable plug (bolt connection) is to be separated at the box housing. If not in use the control box can be attached to a special support on the left hand drawbar side, next to the front panel.
Universal drive shaft, coupling A WWE wide-angle universal drive shaft with integrated wedge clutch is supplied with the round baler. If the baler is overloaded, it switches the driving torque to ‘zero’. This breaks the power flux and the machine stops.
To check and correct the length, proceed as follows: hitch the round baler to the tractor, drawbar must be set as described in Section 4.3, pull apart the universal drive shaft and mount the halves to the tractor and machine, hold the universal drive shaft halves under each other, when taking all curves and when driving straight,...
Setting pick-up 4.6.1 Setting pick-up height The pick-up is raised and lowered hydraulically using the tractor control unit. To do this, the ‘pick-up’ function must be preselected at the "Autoform" (LED on). The working height of pick-up is set using two feeler wheels (right and left).
4.6.3 Set pick-up baffle plate The function of the baffle plate is to hold down the baling material in order to achieve an even flow of material. The height of the baffle plate can be adjusted using two chains to suit the type of material and its volume.
Operation "Autoform" operation and control unit Caution! Always protect the control box from moisture and mechanical damage. Supply voltage required is 12V. Descr Descr Descr Descr Descrip ip ip ip iption of push butt tion of push butt tion of push butt tion of push buttons: tion of push butt ons:...
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Attach the control box inside the tractor cab as described in section 4.2. The hydraulic functions of pick- up and cutting mechanism are activated using the single acting control unit. One function only can be preselected. Only one function can be preselected on the „Autoform“.
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Indication of er Indication of er Indication of err r r r r or or or or ors / malfunctions: s / malfunctions: s / malfunctions: s / malfunctions: Indication of er Indication of er s / malfunctions: All important functions are continually surveyed during operation and if a problem occurs the screen will display an E # message and the buzzer will create an intermittent audible warning.
Binding wit Binding with t h t h t h t h the ne Binding wit he ne he net t t t t : : : : : he ne Binding wit Binding wit he ne Move the switch on the machine box (right hand side of the machine) from zero setting to the net setting (at the top).
‘Opticut’ cutting system 5.3.1 General The conveying drum (1) with its double conveying tines configured in a spiral (2) ensure that the cutting blades (3) cut in an even and drawn manner. With the Opticut cutting system, you have the option to cut the crop at a theoretical cutting length of 70 mm at a maximum of 14 cutting points.
5.3.1.1 Changing the blades Warning ! During all work on the cutting system, switch off the engine and wait for the machine to come to a complete standstill. Close the cutting system hydraulics with the shut-off tap. Always wear protective gloves when working with the blades and never touch the blades on the cutting edge.
5.3.2 OptiCut 23 5.3.2.1 General The cutting mechanism OptiCut 23 is fitted with 23 knives which give a theoretical cutting length of 45 Each knife is individually protected by a hydraulic cylinder (1). (A) If pressure is released from the system, the hydraulic cylinders are drawn completely in by springs and the knives are retracted inside the floor of the cutting mechanism.
5.3.2.2 MP/RF 135 OC23 „Autoform“ · Press pushbutton (1) to activate the ‘cutting mechanism’ function. · Operate the tractor spool valve to run the knives out (pressure onto the (+) side) or in (pressure onto the (-) side). · If the dot under the knife symbol (A) becomes illuminated, that means that the knives are swung out, but are inoperative.
Binding 5.4.1 General Both a net wrapping and twine binding system are available for the round baler. The baler can be fitted with either one or both binding processes. If necessary, the crop can be wrapped using both binding processes one after the other.
5.4.2 Twine binding If the round baler is fitted with a twin-threaded twine binding mechanism, the crop can be bound into bales which are stable in shape with a preselected number of crosswise twine bindings. The twine binding process is activated, the number of twine wraps (14 - 28) and the option for automatic or manual binding start-up are carried out using the "Autoform", see Section 5.1.
Correct length of the twine carriage tensioning chain: 44 mm. Chain has to tensioned if lengthening occurs. The clearance of the yarn to the outer edge of the bale is adjusted by the „Autoform“ device, see section 5.1. 5.4.3 Net wrapping When the round baler is equipped with a net wrapping system, the crop can be bound into bales with a stable shape with a preselected number of net wraps.
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Installing the net roll, inserting the net: Installing the net roll, inserting the net: Installing the net roll, inserting the net: Installing the net roll, inserting the net: Installing the net roll, inserting the net: After removing the spring plug, pull out the net roller holder (right-hand side), unlock by turning the handle briefly to the right, Insert the roll of net, pushing the cardboard tube...
The net wrapping system does not require any maintenance. Check the parallelism of anvil (1) and cutting bar (2) to ensure that the net is cut correctly. To adjust proceed as follows: Cutting bar must be released (in contact with the anvil) Undo the securing bolts (3) of the anvil;...
Reversing mechanism Caution ! Experience shows that when the bales are nearly finished, the system can become obstructed or the cam coupling can be triggered. It is possible to bind these bales without having to eliminate the obstruction in the vicinity of the cutting rotor.
Hitching to the tractor and road travel Hitch the round baler to the tractor, see Section 4.3 for drawbar adjustment, Mount the universal drive shaft, see Section 4.4, prevent from turning incorrectly by using the retaining chain, Connect up all hydraulic hoses and power supply cables, Turn prop stand up to the limit stop, remove safety pin, fold up prop stand, fit safety pin at the bottom...
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Dr Dr Dr Dr Driving: iving: iving: iving: iving: Make sure that the bale chamber is filled with crop optimally to make the most of the round baler’s capabilities. The chamber is filled evenly by driving in a suitable way, i.e. driving alternately on the left and right-hand sides of the swath when the swaths are middle-sized or small.
Storing the Round Baler Before unhitching the Round Baler, remove the pto drive shaft, disconnect the electric cable and the hydraulic couplers from the tractor (Release pressure in the system first - briefly open the tailgate, then return to zero setting) and lower the prop stand as follows: Remove the safety pin and fold down the prop stand;...
Service and maintenance Warning ! Never carry out adjustment or repair work, or service and maintenance work, on the machine when in operation. Switch off the tractor engine, remove the ignition key and wait for the machine to come to a standstill before working on moving machine parts. Shut the hydraulic shut-off tap before entering the bale chamber.
Central chain lubrication device To reduce the amount of maintenance needed for the drive chains, an automatic chain central lubrication device is provided as standard equipment. The oil level in the lubricant container is to be checked daily. If necessary, the adhesive oil for the chain (biological chain oil) should be topped up.
Lubrication PTO shaft - daily, all bearings, grease nippels and friction faces gear box - 1.3 litres gear oil SAE 90, only in case of repair chains - central lubrication system, keep the plastic tank fullfilled - check daily roller bearings - 2 x 18 bearings after cleaning the baler by high pressure cleaning equipment and before winter opticut rotor...
Accessories Cutting system The round baler is prepared for fitting the ‘Opticut’ cutting system as standard. When delivered without cutting system, components such as the conveying drum and cutting-unit floor are included in the basic machine supply schedule. The assembly component ‘Opticut cutting system’ for retrofitting includes a blade unit with mechanical components and hydraulic and electrical controls.
7.3.1 Sensor for bale ejection In combination with the bale conveyor, confirmation can be given that the bale has been ejected. A sensor is responsible for this together with an acoustic signal on the “Autoform” control unit which sounds once the bale conveyor has returned to its initial position.
Fault finding Problems occuring during the baling or binding cycle are shown on the Autoform in-cab control box by an error code (E # #). All important functions are permanently and reliably monitored by sensors, so it is possible to realize and correct a fault immediately. The following table contains all error messages, defines the possible cause of the problem and describes the best way of correcting the fault.
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Appendix Torque values for international metric thread joints All bolted joints must be torqued in accordance with the values given in this table unless otherwise indicated. On this machine „8.8“ is both the standard and minimum quality used. Caution ! When lock bolts or lock nuts are used the given value must be increased by 10%.
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