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Andex 774 Operating manual Original operating manual Edition 01.2012 Date of print 04.2013 Language Machine number VF65852501 – Model VF6585 Document number VF16648057.EN...
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Copyright by Kverneland Group Gottmadingen N. V., Germany. Reproduction, transfer to other media, translation or the use of extracts or parts of this manual without the explicit permission of Kverneland, is not permitted. All rights reserved. The contents of this operating manual are subject...
Table of contents Table of contents Preface ............Preparations on the field ......60 Target group for this operating manual Safety Symbols used General Moving the machine Safety ............to the work position For your safety Adjusting the swath former Who is allowed to...
Preface Target group for Preface This operating manual is aimed at trained agriculturists and persons who are otherwise qualified for agricultural activities and have this operating received instruction in working with this machine. manual For your safety You must familiarise yourself with the contents of this operating manual before assembly or initial operation of the machine.
Preface Symbols used In this operating manual, the following symbols and terms have been used: • A bullet point accompanies each item in a list. A triangle indicates operating functions which must be performed. An arrow indicates a cross-reference to other sections of this manual.
Safety For your safety Safety This chapter contains general safety instructions. Each chapter of the operating manual contains additional specific safety information which is not described here. Observe the safety information: • in the interest of your own safety. • in the interest of the safety of others.
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Safety Warning signs Safety-related labels attached to the machine indicate potential hazards. The labels must not be removed. Illegible or missing labels should be replaced. You can obtain new labels as replacement parts from your dealer. Warning signs on the machine...
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Safety Meaning of warning signs Read the operating manual Read and follow the operating and safety instructions before using the machine for the first time. The machine must not be used for the first time until the operating manual has been read and understood. This applies in particular to the safety information.
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Safety No persons within the slewing range There is an acute risk of injury within the slewing range from machine parts which are slewing or folding. Serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result. Caution, high voltage Maintain a sufficiently safe distance from high-voltage lines. Otherwise, serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result.
Safety Who is allowed to Qualified machine operators Only qualified persons who have been informed of the dangers operate the associated with handling the machine are permitted to operate, machine? service or repair the machine. The necessary knowledge can be gained in the course of agricultural vocational training, professional training or intensive instruction.
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Safety Switch off the PTO shaft drive when lifting the machine Switch off the PTO shaft drive on the tractor if people could enter the working area of the machine when you • raise the machine, • raise the side devices or •...
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Safety Never work on the machine while it is running No operations may be performed on the machine while it is running. Objects or persons can be caught, drawn in or crushed. Serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result. Safe distance from raised and unsecured loads Never work under suspended loads.
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Safety Do not make any modifications to the machine No modifications of any kind may be made to the machine. Unau- thorised modifications can adversely affect the correct operation and safety of the machine and shorten its service life. Unauthorised mod- ifications to the machine render the manufacturer's guarantee null and void and free the manufacturer from all liability.
Safety Coupling Increased risk of injury When the machine is being coupled to the tractor, there is an increased risk of injury. Therefore: • Secure the tractor against rolling away, shut off the engine and remove the ignition key. • Never stand between the tractor and machine.
Safety Hydraulics Hydraulic connection at zero pressure only Only connect hydraulic hoses to the tractor hydraulic system if the tractor and machine hydraulic system is at zero pressure. A pressurised hydraulic system can trigger unpredictable movements of the machine and can cause serious machine damage and personal injury.
Safety Road transport Ensuring road safety The machine must conform to current national traffic regulations if you intend to drive with it on public roads. Ensure the following: • Lighting, warning and protective equipment must be fitted. • The permissible transport widths and weights, axle loads, tyre load-bearing capacities, laden weights and national speed restric- tions must be complied with.
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Safety Speed adjustment In poor road conditions and at high speeds, significant forces can be generated which subject the tractor and machine material to high or excessive stresses. Adjust your driving speed to the road conditions. A driving style which is not adapted to conditions can cause accidents. Accidents with serious or fatal injuries may be caused as a result.
Safety Operation Ensure that the machine is in perfect working condition Do not operate the machine unless it is in perfect working condition. Check all key components and their correct operation before use. Replace defective components. Defective components can cause material damage and personal injury.
Safety Uncoupling Increased risk of injury There is an increased risk of injury when uncoupling the machine from the tractor. Therefore: • Secure the tractor against rolling away, turn off the engine and remove the ignition key. • Never stand between the tractor and machine. •...
Safety Care and Observe the care and maintenance intervals Observe the periods specified in the operating manual for recurring maintenance checks and inspections. If these periods are not observed, damage to the machine and accidents may be caused as a result. Use original parts Many components have special properties that are essential for the stability and correct operation of the machine.
Safety No aggressive washing additives Do not use any aggressive washing additives for cleaning. Uncoated metal surfaces can be damaged. Before carrying out welding work Disconnect all electrical connections from the tractor when carrying out welding on the hitched machine. Damage may otherwise be caused to the electrical system.
Getting to know the machine Range of Getting to know the machine This product is classified as replaceable equipment in accordance with EC directive 2006/42/EC. application The machine is a two-wheel rake, which is suitable only for the raking together of mown, stalked material (for example, hay or straw). Proper use Any other use, for example, for silo distribution, any form of soil prep- aration, road sweeping or for the transmission of power to other...
Getting to know the machine Designation of components Lift limiter Lift arm console Steering Rotor Tine arm Transport chassis Tine support Steering arm T-gear box Deflector bridge Rotor chassis Rear swath former Front Main drive Main frame Transport holder Attachment Folding sustainer swath former...
Getting to know the machine Technical specifications Dimensions in transport position Transport position [m] Length 8.95 Height with all tine supports and retracted swath former 4.40* 4.16** H’ Height without the upper tine supports for transport position 3.70* 3.47** Width at transport wheels, 11.5/80-15.3 and 380/55-17 2.89 and 2.98 Track width...
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Getting to know the machine Dimensions in work position Work position [m] Length 8.95 H’’ Height in work position 2.10 U’ Raking width 6.55 Working width max. 7.35 Clearance, tine support - swath former max. 0.80 U’ H’’...
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Getting to know the machine Weights Work position Transport position Total weight 2290 kg 2290 kg Load supported on sustainer 1050 kg Load supported on lower link 945 kg Sustainer: 1240 kg Transport chassis axle load Lower link: 1345 kg Tractor equipment required Output / connections...
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Getting to know the machine Implement equipment Swath deposit Swath former for front rotor Standard Swath former for rear rotor Standard Rotors / tine supports / tines Number of rotors Number of arms per rotor 12 front/13 rear Number of tines per tine support 4 front / 5 rear Removable tine arms Standard...
Getting to know the machine Function The table below provides a summary of the functions. Be sure to follow the other instructions and note the safety information in the overview operating manual. Steering Machine position Function • Single-acting hydraulic control Transport device on the tractor.
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Getting to know the machine Steering Machine position Function • Crank on the left rotor. Working depth of left rotor • Switch off the PTO shaft drive. • Switch off the tractor and secure • Using the crank on the left rotor, set the rotor to the appropriate depth.
Delivery and assembly Checking the Delivery and assembly Delivery is in the fully assembled state The machine is delivered fully assembled. Using the check list, check scope of delivery the loose parts on delivery. If any parts of the machine have not been fitted or are missing, please contact your dealer.
Delivery and assembly PTO shaft length The length of the PTO shaft was selected at the factory to suit almost all types of tractor. Only in exceptional cases is a correction of the PTO shaft length required on individual tractors. Check the length of the PTO shaft on each tractor prior to first use.
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Delivery and assembly Shortening the PTO shaft Shorten the PTO shaft as follows: Pull the PTO shaft apart and connect one half to the tractor PTO stub shaft drive and the other half to the machine and secure them. ...
Delivery and assembly Steering In addition to the following handling instructions, please also note the instructions and safety information in the following chapters: »Coupling the machine«. Page 34. »Coupling the lower link«, page 35. »Coupling the PTO shaft«, page 37. Checking the The steering is fitted and preset in the factory.
Coupling the machine Safety Coupling the machine Observe the safety information Observe the safety information. Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 6. Increased risk of injury When the machine is being coupled to the tractor, there is an increased risk of injury.
Coupling the machine Coupling the lower The machine can be used on tractors with lower link quick-release coupling and on tractors with no quick-release coupling. link Tractors with quick- release couplings Follow the instructions for the quick-release coupling Follow the instructions below for tractors with quick-release couplings.
Coupling the machine Swivelling in the After coupling the machine to the tractor, raise and secure the sustainer. sustainer Fixing pin Switch off the tractor and secure it. Pull the fixing pin from the sustainer. Swivel in the sustainer. ...
Coupling the machine Coupling the PTO When coupling the PTO shaft, make sure it is in the correct position. shaft Check whether the PTO shaft must be shortened before coupling. PTO shaft Shorten the PTO shaft if necessary. ...
Coupling the machine Wheel chocks Wheel chock Secure the tractor against rolling away Never remove the wheel chocks from in front of the wheels if the tractor is not otherwise secured against rolling away. Persons could be run over by the machine or the tractor. Serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result.
Coupling the machine Connections Electrical connections Checking the electrical cables Check the electrical cables. The electrical cables must not chafe or hang loose. Electrical cables that have been torn away or worn through must be replaced. Otherwise, damage to the machine may be caused as a result.
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Coupling the machine Hydraulic The tractor's single-acting hydraulic control device provides the connections means by which the rotors are raised and lowered. Observe the following safety information: Check hoses and couplings Check all hydraulic hoses for damage before connecting them. Check all hydraulic couplings for firm seating after connecting them.
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Coupling the machine Connecting the hydraulics Connecting the hydraulics: Pressure line Set the single-acting hydraulic control device on tractor to the floating position. Switch off the tractor and secure it. Ball valve Close the ball valve. Connect the hydraulic coupling on the machine to the single-acting hydraulic control device.
Preparing for use Safety Preparing for use The following applies to all preparations for operation: Observe the safety information Observe the safety information. Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 6. Secure the machine Secure the machine against accidental starting and rolling away.
Preparing for use General Several settings must be checked and implemented before using the machine for the first time. The following applies when performing all adjustment work: Check tyre pressures. Secure the machine. Lower the machine to the work position. ...
Preparing for use Setting the rotors The quality of the crop pickup is affected by the rotor pitch setting and the working depth. To ensure a good crop pickup, the rotors are inclined transversely to the chassis ex works. However, the optimum setting depends on the soil condition and on the type of crop.
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Preparing for use Rotor pitch The rotor pitch is set by a adjusting the height of the running wheels: Swing the machine into the headland position using the hydraulic control device in the tractor. Close the ball valve. ...
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Preparing for use Tine lifting The time for lifting the tines can be adapted to the crop (early or late lifting). The control cam can be infinitely adjusted. To do this, the following steps are required: Switch off the tractor and secure it. Early ...
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Preparing for use Working depth Before making the adjustment: Fully lower the machine using the hydraulic control device on the tractor and advance approximately 1 metre. Switch off the tractor and secure it. Sustainer Working depth Rotor tines Basic working depth setting The working depth is set using the crank on the rotor.
Preparing for use Tine saver [+] For a good swath deposit both tine legs must run parallel to one another. This must also be ensured after fitting the tine saver. Proceed as follows: Fit one tine saver on each tine. ...
Road transport Safety Road transport Before transporting the machine on public roads, please read the following safety information. Compliance is mandatory and will help you to avoid accidents. Observe the safety information Observe the safety information. Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury.
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Road transport Observe transport width Observe the permissible transport widths. Put the machine in the transport position and attach lights, warning signs and protective equipment. The driver and keeper of the vehicle are liable for any non-compliance with national traffic regulations. Clean lighting equipment before travelling on the road All lighting equipment must be cleaned before road transport.
Road transport General When travelling on public roads and when the vehicle is stationary in the park position, the machine must be put in a secure transport position. The transport height when the rotors are folded in and when the swath former is retracted and/or folded in is approx. 4 m. For road transport, the height of the machine can be reduced to a minimum height of 3.70 m.
Road transport Setting for the For transport in the field, it is possible to put the machine into the transport position without having to carry out any dismantling work maximum beforehand. transport height In this position, the machine exceeds the maximum permitted height for road transport.
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Road transport Swivelling the swath The optional hydraulic swath former enables the swath former to former [+] swivel forward by a 90° angle for transport. In this way, the maximum transport height can be maintained without having to retract the swath former. A double-acting hydraulic control device is required for this additional equipment.
Road transport Setting for the For road transport, the height of the machine can be reduced to a minimum height of 3.70 m. For this, the deflector bar is folded in and minimum some tine supports are removed. transport height Fold in the deflector Before removing the tine arms, move all the protective devices around the rotors from the work to the transport position, and lock them in...
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Road transport Removing the tine To achieve the transport height for road transport, the outer tine supports supports must be removed from both rotors. Lynch pin Outer tine supports Tine support Outer tine supports Remove any crops and coarse dirt. ...
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Road transport Inserting the swath To achieve the transport height for road transport, the swath former former must be retracted. Inserting the swath former: Release the T-bolt. Fully insert the swath former. Tighten the T-bolt. T-bolt Only release the swath former when it is in the work position The swath former's T-bolt must only be loosened in the work position with the machine lowered.
Road transport Moving the machine into the transport position Make sure the machine is standing level Before changing from the transport to the work position (and vice versa), make sure the machine is standing level. The machine could tip over, particularly on hillside locations. Damage to the machine and serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result.
Road transport Attaching the tine guard Exercise caution when close to unprotected tines Maintain a sufficient distance from unprotected tines. When work- ing in the vicinity of the tines, ensure that you have a firm footing (risk of slipping on wet ground). Otherwise, serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result.
Road transport Checking the Prior to driving on the road, check the machine against the check machine list: PTO shaft drive off? Rotor in transport position? Deflector bar folded? Tine supports in the transport holder and secured? ...
Preparations on the field Safety Preparations on the field The following applies for all preparations on the field: Observe the safety information Observe the safety information. Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 6. Switch off the tractor and secure it Before you dismount: ...
Preparations on the field Moving the Move the machine onto ground that is as flat as possible before changing from the work position to the transport position. machine to the work position Removing the tine Before lowering the machine, remove the tine guards and secure them guards in their brackets.
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Preparations on the field Lowering the machine to the work position No persons in the working area Ensure that no persons are present in the slewing and working area of the machine. Persons could be caught by the machine within this area.
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Preparations on the field Lowering the rotor Switch on the tractor. Use the single-acting hydraulic control device on the tractor to release the lift arm locking mechanism. Pull the control cable on the mechanical lock and keep the cable tensioned.
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Preparations on the field Fitting the tine supports Remove the tine supports from the transport holder. Lynch pin Attach the tine supports to the tine arm and secure with lynch pins. Tine support Rear hole Folding down the After the tines have been attached, all protective devices must be deflector bar moved from the transport to the work position.
Preparations on the field Adjusting the The swath formers can be adjusted for improved adaptation to the contour of the terrain, depending on the crop volume and required swath former swath type. Front swath former The height of the front swath former can be adjusted to suit the contour of the ground.
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Preparations on the field Rear swath former The rear swath former can be adjusted as follows, depending on the fodder volume and swath type. Adjusting the height of the rear swath former Adjusting the height of the rear swath former ...
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Preparations on the field Adjusting the swath width It is possible to adjust the swath width at the rear swath former as follows: Release the T-bolt. Move the rear swath former into the desired position. Tighten the T-bolt. T-bolt Swath former Adjusting the angle...
Operation Safety Operation Observe the safety information Observe the safety information. Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 6. No riding on the machine Persons or objects must never be transported on the machine. Carrying passengers on the machine is life-threatening and prohibited.
Operation General The following work steps are described in this section: • »Swathing« • »Single swath with two rotors« • »Single rotor operation« • »Hydraulic single lift [+]« • »Adjusting the swath width« • »Driving on headlands« Suitable working speeds Select a driving speed (approx.
Operation Swathing No persons in the working area Ensure that no persons are present in the slewing and working area of the machine. Persons could be caught by the machine within this area. Serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result. Distance from the rotor Maintain a safe distance from the rotor when it is rotating.
Operation Swath deposit The following basic types of swath deposit are possible: • »Single swath with two rotors« • »Night swath [+]« • »Single rotor operation« • »Hydraulic single lift [+]« Single swath with In dual rotor operation, the swath is sent from the front rotor to the rear two rotors rotor.
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Operation Single rotor The single rotor operation work position makes it possible to deposit operation the crop using the rotor on the right-hand side. Switch off the tractor and secure it Before you dismount, switch off the tractor and secure it against rolling away.
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Operation Hydraulic The optional hydraulic single lift makes it possible to easily change single lift [+] over to single rotor operation. It is operated by a control cable from the tractor seat. The work sequence is not interrupted. Front rotor Rear rotor Tractor Setting the hydraulic...
Operation Finishing hydraulic single lift Actuate the ball valve for hydraulic single lift again using the control Ball valve cable. Use the tractor's hydraulic control device to lower the rotors into the work position. Driving on headlands The rotors can be raised for crossing swaths that have already been deposited.
Cleaning and care Safety Cleaning and care The following applies to all cleaning and care work: Observe the safety information Observe the safety information. Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 6. Secure the machine •...
Cleaning and care Cleaning Lower the machine to the work position. After each use, clean the machine of any coarse dirt and crop residue. Do not clean the bearings and piston rods of hydraulic cylinders using a high-pressure cleaner. After cleaning ...
Parking and storage Setting down the Parking and storage When setting down and parking the machine, special safety precautions have to be observed: machine in a secure position Observe the safety information Observe the safety information. Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury.
Parking and storage General The machine must be uncoupled in the reverse order to that in which it was coupled. »Moving the machine into the transport position« Page 57. See »Coupling the machine«, section »Coupling« page 14. Uncoupling and securing the machine To uncouple the machine from the tractor, proceed as follows: Storage pockets...
Maintenance Safety Maintenance The following applies to all maintenance work: Observe the safety information Observe the safety information. Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 6. Requirements for maintenance work Only perform the maintenance work if you have the required expert knowledge and suitable tools.
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Maintenance Protective measures Additives in oils and lubricants may have adverse effects on health. when handling oils or Since marking in accordance with the hazardous substances ordinance (Gefahrstoffverordnung) is not necessary, please always lubricants ensure the following: Avoid skin contact Avoid skin contact with these materials.
Maintenance General This information relates to general maintenance work. For any maintenance work, the machine must be in the work position and be secured in place. If the transport position is required, find the relevant information. Lower the machine to the work position. ...
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Maintenance Maintenance terms Listed in this table are short explanations of the most important maintenance terms. Task Explanation Greasing Apply grease to the slide surfaces using a brush. Lubrication One or two presses of the grease gun, unless specified otherwise. Unless specified otherwise, use only plant-based oils, such as rapeseed oils.
Maintenance Screwed connections Tightening bolts All bolts must be retightened: • After the first 5 hours of operation and • According to the frequency of use, • But at least once a season. Tightening torques All screwed connections must be tightened in accordance with the for screwed table below, if no other torques are specified.
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Maintenance Special tightening torques Observe the special tightening torques for the following screwed connections: 85 Nm • 85 Nm Tine support clamping bolt. 120 Nm • 120 Nm Tine support fixing screw. Tine support • 90 Nm spring tine. 90 Nm Spring tines •...
Maintenance Lubrication points Lubricate all of the areas marked in the illustration as follows: for grease • after 50 hours of operation. • before and after the season. • each time after cleaning with a high-pressure cleaner. Working with a Before applying the grease gun grease gun ...
Maintenance Lubricating the The PTO shaft manufacturer's own operating manual is included with each PTO shaft. This includes detailed information on the relevant PTO shafts version of the PTO shaft. Check the guard components Check all guard components of the PTO shafts for wear or damage (visual inspection).
Maintenance Lubricate rotors Check the oil level with the machine horizontal only if there is visible loss of oil. Check the oil level at both rotor gears using the bleed valve. If there is a visible loss of oil, top up to the required volume. Bleed valve View from above ...
Maintenance Filling quantities If there is a visible loss of oil, the oil level must be checked with the machine in a horizontal position. Gearbox Oil capacity [litres] SAE 90 API-GL-4 Angular gearbox Rotor gear, front Rotor gear, rear Tyres Do not drive with worn or damaged tyres Replace worn or damaged tyres immediately.
Maintenance Hydraulics Hydraulic system at zero pressure Work must only be performed on the hydraulic system if the tractor and machine hydraulic system is at zero pressure. A pressurised hydraulic system can trigger unpredictable movements of the machine and can cause serious machine damage and personal injury.
Maintenance Checking the If the machine rolls at an offset angle to the tractor when driving a straight line, the directional stability must be re-adjusted. track Steering arm Never carry out work on the steering Contact your dealer if specifications differ. Never carry out any Track arm work on the steering or tracking yourself.
Accessories Available options Accessories Optional accessories do not form part of the standard scope of delivery, and are indicated by a plus symbol [+]. Accessories are available to order from your dealer. Hydraulic single lift [+] Hydraulic single lift makes it possible to deposit the crop using the forward rotor during operation as a single swath.
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Accessories Hydraulic swath former [+] The hydraulic swath former can be swivelled forwards using the tractor's double-acting hydraulic control device. In this way, the Hydraulic swath maximum transport height can be maintained without having to retract former [+] the swath former. A double-acting hydraulic control device is required for this additional equipment.
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Accessories Tine saver [+] Tine savers prevent a broken-off tine leg from being lost. Broken-off parts in the crop may damage machines that are following behind. One tine saver is required for each tine. For a good swath deposit both tine legs must run parallel to one another.
Faults Faults Faults Faults can often be eliminated quickly and easily. Before contacting Customer Service, refer to the table to check whether you can remedy the fault yourself. What to do in the event of a fault In case of a fault, proceed as follows: ...
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Faults Faults Causes Remedy Poor fodder transfer on the rear Excessively tight cornering Drive in a larger radius rotor when cornering Release the transport locking bar using Transport locking bar still the control cable. Lift arms cannot be lowered active »Lowering the machine to the work position«, page 62.
Circuit diagrams Lighting equipment circuit diagram 2/54g 3/31 5/58R 6/54 7/58L connecting plug 7-pin in accordance with ISO 1724 yellow green white brown black connector and socket 7-pin in accordance with ISO 1724 yellow brown earth left indicator right indicator white right-hand ...
Decommissioning Environment Decommissioning During decommissioning, the individual parts must be disposed of properly and in an environmentally friendly manner. Please observe the waste disposal guidelines that are currently in force. Plastic parts Plastic parts can be disposed of in normal household waste (residual waste), depending on the laws specific to your country.
EC Conformity Declaration Conforms to EC Conformity Declaration EC Directive Kverneland Group Kerteminde AS 2006/42/EC Taarupstrandvej 25 DK-5300 Kerteminde Denmark declare with sole responsibility that the product SwatMaster 7752 Andex 774 9577 S and its accessories Model: 6585 Type plate and CE marking Valid from machine number:...
Index Index Adjusting Lower link swath former Coupling Lubrication points General PTO shafts Care Check list Headland Road transport Machine Circuit diagram Uncoupling Hydraulics Maintenance Lighting equipment Lubrication points Cleaning Maintenance intervals Conformity Declaration Screwed connections Connection Electrical system Hydraulic couplings Control cam Coupling Disposal...
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Index Technical specifications Dimensions in transport position Dimensions in work position Implement equipment Noise measurement Tractor equipment Weights Tightening torques Screwed connections Spring tines Tine arms Wheel nuts Tine support Attaching Two-wheel rake Tyres Tyre pressures Wheel chocks...
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