Designated use of the machine The silo unloader-straw spreader ALTOR 4560 must only be used for the purpose for which it is designed: unloading silage from the silo, loading round or rectangular bales, transport, distribution in feeding areas and spreading straw in animal bedding areas.
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 $Contents Dear Owner ........................1 Contents..........................2 Identification of the machine..................5 Front view............................5 Rear view............................5 Model identification plate ........................6 Optional equipment..........................6 Safety..........................7 Description of symbols used in this document................7 Safety instructions ...........................8 Location and description of safety decals on the machine ............18 Road safety equipment and recommendations................21...
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Instructions for transport.................... 52 Conformity with the road regulations ..................52 Instructions for work ....................53 Belt tension............................. 53 Preliminary checks......................... 54 Functional check, no load ......................55 Precautions and prevention of fire risk..................56 Silage unloading..........................
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Belt tension .............................84 Changing oil and checking levels....................85 Tyres ..............................86 Storage ............................87 Maintenance............................88 Trouble shooting guide....................89 Limited warranty......................93 Contents...
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 3. Model identification plate Please write below the type and serial number of the machine. This information is to be indicated to the dealer for all spare parts orders. Type: Serial no.: 4. Optional equipment...
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 $Safety 1. Description of symbols used in this document This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided, could result in serious bodily injury. This symbol is used to identify special instructions or procedures which, if not followed strictly, could result in machinery damage.
Never let anyone operate the machine who is not trained to do so. Should you have any difficulties in understanding certain parts in this manual, please contact your KUHN dealer. Precautions to be taken before carrying out any operations on the machine...
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Precautions to take before using the machine Do not wear loose clothing which could become caught up in moving parts. Wear the appropriate protective clothing for the work in hand (gloves, shoes, goggles, helmet, ear defenders, etc.).
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Precautions when driving on public roads Dimensions Depending on the dimensions of the machine, contact the relevant authorities to ensure that it can be legally transported on public roads. If the machine is over the maximum legal size, follow the local regulations for special transportation of oversize equipment.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Precautions when coupling Before attaching the machine, make sure that it cannot accidentally start moving (chock the wheels) and that the parking stand is in the right position. The machine must only be attached to the hitch points provided for this purpose.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 PTO shaft Use only PTO shafts supplied with the machine or recommended by the manufacturer. The protective shield of the tractor PTO stub, the PTO shaft guards and the protective covering of the machine input shaft must always be in place and in good condition.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Precautions during manoeuvres When moving the machine from the transport position to the working position and vice versa, make sure that nobody is within the machine pivoting area. Remote controlled components Danger of crushing and shearing can exist when components are operated by hydraulic or pneumatic controls.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Waste disposal Respect the environment! Never spill pollutants (oil, grease, filters, etc.) on the ground, never pour them down the drain and never discard them in any other place where they could pollute the environment. Never throw away or burn a tyre.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Precautions for maintenance and repair work Before leaving tractor before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, disengage the PTO drive, turn off the engine, remove ignition key and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop and apply park brake.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Precautions for machine use Before using the machine, check tools (tines) and their attachment hardware in accordance with the instructions of the present manual. Check the guards regularly. Immediately replace any damaged or missing elements.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Safety...
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 3. Location and description of safety decals on the machine Safety...
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Description of safety decals Operating instructions (1) The operators' manual contains all the information necessary for using the machine safely. It is imperative to read and comply with all instructions. Working on the machine (2)
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Tire pressure (5) Check the fixing of the wheels and the tire pressure regularly. Speed (6) Always keep to the legal speed limit of 25 km/h for driving a tractor-machine assembly on public roads.
4. Road safety equipment and recommendations The road safety equipment is mounted in the factory or by your authorized Kuhn dealer according to current safety regulations. Always keep to the legal speed limit for driving a tractor-machine assembly on public roads.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 ALTOR 4560 ALTOR 4560 Ref. Description Standard Mixing hopper 3.7 m (131 cu.ft) 3.7 m (131 cu.ft) Body capacity with / without arms 4.3 m (152 cu.ft) 4.3 m (152 cu.ft) Unloaded weight in working order...
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 ALTOR 4560 ALTOR 4560 Ref. Description Standard Mixing hopper Blower speed 270 / 540 min 270 / 540 min Number of arms / arm cylinders / hook cylinders 2 / 2 / 2...
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 3. Sound levels Sound levels have been measured in accordance with the measuring methods as defined in: NF EN 1553 "Agricultural machinery - Self-propelled, mounted, semi-mounted and trailed - Common safety recommendations" Weighted equivalent continuous acoustic pressure level at the driver's seat (closed cabin) L (A) eq:...
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 $Putting into service 1. Description of control elements ELECTRICAL CONTROLS Putting into service...
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Box On/Off switch (A) Active controls with working light (1) Controls in neutral (0) Controls active (2) Raising / lowering the arm and body (B) Arm raising Arm lowering Raising the body Lowering the body...
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Raising / lowering the distribution chute and opening / closing the hook (C) Raising the chute Lowering the chute Opening the hook Closing the hook Putting into service...
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Beater bar On/Off (E) Beater bar clutch engaged Beater bar clutch disengaged The beater bar clutch is hydraulically controlled. Hold the lever in the required position for a few moments until the beater bar is fully engaged or disengaged.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Adjusting the conveyor speed (G) The speed is adjusted by a knob graduated from 0 to 10. Position 0 corresponds to zero conveyor speed. The conveyor speed is not exactly proportional to the graduation.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Electrical controls for optional equipment Mixing hopper controls Mixing screw rotation (J) The lever is at top right, the conveyor-bale separator is running alone in forward gear. The lever is at bottom right, the conveyor-bale separator is running alone in reverse.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Swivel chute controls Raising / lowering the deflector and rotation of the swivel chute (D) Raising the deflector Lowering the deflector Rotating to the left Rotating to the right Flap closing the swivel chute (H)
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Walkway electric controls Raising / lowering the arm and body (B) Arm raising Arm lowering Raising the body Lowering the body Opening / closing the hook (C) Opening the hook Closing the hook...
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Cable controls Raising /lowering the arm Arm raising Arm lowering Raising / lowering the body Raising the body Lowering the body Putting into service...
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Opening / closing the hook Opening the hook Closing the hook Raising /lowering the delivery chute Raising the chute Lowering the chute Putting into service...
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Switching the bale separator On / Off Beater bar clutch disengaged Beater bar clutch engaged The beater bar clutch is hydraulically controlled. Hold the lever in the required position for a few moments until the beater bar is fully engaged or disengaged.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Conveyor acceleration /slowing Speeding up the conveyor Slowing the conveyor To accelerate or slow down the conveyor rotation speed, hold the switch in the required position until the desired speed is reached. The setting can be seen by the position of the disk graduated from 0 to 10 on the front panel of the machine.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Changing the blower speed The gear lever is on the front panel of the machine, except for the remote hose controls linked to a hydraulic power unit (the lever is then built into the control box).
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 2. Coupling and uncoupling Before hitching the machine, make sure that there is sufficient ballast on the front axle of the tractor. Ballast may need to be added to the front of the tractor at the right place and in conformity with the tractor manufacturer's recommendations.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Machines equipped with a weighing system with this type of coupling, when turning tightly, don't catch the coupling bar (or lifting arms) against the drawbar: there is a strong risk of damaging the tongue weight indicator.
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Setting the coupling drawbar Adjusting the drawbar allows you to position the body at the desired level no matter which tractor is used. For a good mixture, the back of the body must be slightly lower than the front.
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Positioning the controls ELECTRICAL CONTROLS In the case of electrical controls, the unit can be placed where the user wants in the cab. Cable controls - Before using the machine for the first time: •...
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Hydraulic connections To use the machine with a tractor with a hydraulic output in excess of 60 L/min (15.9 gal/min), a flow divider must be fitted to prevent the circuit overheating. If your tractor is fitted with a closed-center hydraulic circuit, make a return to the filter.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Before connecting, make sure that the couplers are clean. The plastic caps MUST be used when the machine is not hitched to the tractor. After connecting the hoses, check that there is no risk of catching them during operation.
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Electrical connections Lighting Connect to the standardized 7-pin socket located at the back of the tractor. Control and Weighing Unit Power Supply On tractors equipped with a 3 terminal female connector in accordance with the standard DIN 9680A, connect the control and weighing unit directly.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 PTO shaft Make sure that the PTO shaft is correctly adjusted, to avoid premature wear and tear. Separate the two half PTO shafts and connect them to the machine's input shaft and to the tractor PTO stub.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 To avoid serious accidents, the PTO drive shaft guards must be properly in place and fixed with the chains provided. Attach PTO shaft guard chain in hole (1) on machine side. Immediately replace any worn or damaged guard.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 3. Swivel chute The maximum distance of straw spreading with the swivel chute is 13 m (4’3’’). The swivel chute is indispensable in buildings with a single central alley and only one entrance.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 4. Mixing hopper The mixing hopper with a volume of 575 L (151.9 gal) can be used to add minerals and concentrate to rough fodder (grass or maize silage...). Incorporation takes place in the turbine.
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 $Instructions for transport 1. Conformity with the road regulations Before driving the machine on public roads, ensure that the machine complies with current highway code regulations. Check that the braking and lighting systems are in good condition.
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 $Instructions for work Before placing the machine in working position: Check the immediate surroundings before starting up the machine. Make sure that the visibility is adequate and that there are no obstacles in the machine working area.
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 2. Preliminary checks Carry out the following checks before using the machine: - Check the wheelnuts and tighten them if necessary to 25 daNm (184.39 Lb.ft) daNm. - Check the tension of the conveyor chain and adjust it if necessary.
- Reduce the engine speed once again until it is idling. If the machine is noisy or vibrating abnormally, stop the PTO immediately and refer to the troubleshooting section or contact your Kuhn dealer. When the problem has been solved, start the test procedure again from the beginning.
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 - Stop the PTO, switch off the control unit and switch off the tractor engine. If one of the hydraulic functions is not working, or is running in the wrong direction, check the hose connections and start the test procedure again from the beginning.
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 5. Silage unloading For a machine equipped with a hydraulic unit, you must set the gearbox to neutral.. Approaching the silo - Set the hydraulic distributo control to continuous pumping mode. - Raise the arm and the hook as far as possible to ensure good visibility and avoid crushing the heap following a collision.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Loading the machine Always start unloading the product from the top. - From the tractor cab or walkway, position the hook so as to take the product over a depth of about 40 cm (1’4’’).
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 6. Loading bales For a machine equipped with a hydraulic unit, you must set the gearbox to neutral.. Round bales - Raise the arm and hook for good visibility. - Reverse the machine near to the bale.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Rectangular bales - Raise the arm and hook for good visibility. - Reverse the machine near to the bale. - Extend the hook as far as it will go and lower the arm until it contacts the middle of the bale.
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 7. Distribution Select the blower speed for feeding: 270 min Always start the tractor PTO before engaging the beater bar. Stop the beater bar before stopping the PTO. If you do not do this in the right order, you are very likely to block up the blower.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Never attempt to clear the product by hand or with a tool (fork, etc.) while the machine is running. When the machine is loaded, we strongly advise you to not leave the conveyor running in reverse longer than is necessary.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Silage distribution - Start up the tractor PTO and bring the engine up to nominal speed. - Switch the tractor's hydraulic distributor to continuous pumping. - Point the delivery chute downwards so that the forage should be properly channelled to the ground or into a trough.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Hay and haylage Never distribute hay or haylage with hooks fitted to the beater bar. - Start up the tractor PTO and bring the engine up to nominal speed. - Switch the tractor's hydraulic distributor to continuous pumping.
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 8. Straw blowing Select the blower speed for straw blowing: 540 min - Start up the tractor PTO and bring the engine up to nominal speed. - Switch the tractor's hydraulic distributor to continuous pumping.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Operating tips - To blow the straw regularly, the bale must remain in permanent contact with the beater bar, but must not be blocked too hard by the gate. - Lift the back of the machine slightly to avoid the bale being thrown to the back of the beater bar.
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 $Optional equipment 1. Hydraulic unit Kit no.: 1926150 The hydraulic unit can be mounted on machines already in service. The hydraulic unit is designed to provide the hydraulic power needed to run the machine.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Under no circumstances must you use the tractor power take-off 1000 min - Start the tractor, then gradually engage the power take-off until the pump turns. - Check that all machine functions are operational.
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 2. Walkway with dual control Kit no.: 1926151 The walkway can be fitted to machines already in use. The walkway provides users with optimal visibility of the working surface during silage unloading, no matter what type of tractor or machine equipment is being used.
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 3. Regulator combs for difficult conditions Kit no.: 1926162 These combs are designed for the distribution of difficult products (long wrapped...). As for standard combs and to guarantee optimal function of the bale separator system, the regulator combs must be centered relative to the sections (see chapter "Inspecting and adjusting the sections").
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 5. Leg with holes Kit no.: 1926173 Not available in certain countries. The height of this leg cannot be adjusted when it is supporting the machine. The leg is designed for users who never need to couple the machine to the tractor eye-bolt.
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 7. Homokinetic transmission with free wheel and friction limiter Kit no.: 1926004 For short drawbar Kit no.: 1926005 For long drawbar The transmission can be mounted on machines already in service. The homokinetic transmission provides a wider angle of displacement and free rotation of the blower.
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 $Maintenance and storage 1. Greasing and oil change Frequency chart After 50 Every 100 Every 500 Every 1500 After 2 hours hours hours hours hours Greasing Grease: - Greasing points from (1) to...
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25 daN m and the tire pressure is 5 bars - Check the state of wear of the moving parts, replace them if necessary with KUHN parts - Clean the machine (body, gate and chute). Avoid splashing the electrical components, the belt, etc.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Hook pin Hook cylinder pin Hook cylinder pin Arm pin Arm cylinder pin Side chute cylinder pin flap cylinder pin Parking stand Bale separator bearing 10 : Axle pin 11 : Axle cylinder pin...
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Greasing The greasing points are shown by a white picture on a blue background. Some greasers are situated under cases or protective plugs. Upon delivery, take the time to open all the cases in order to find all the different greasing points.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 PTO shaft The transmission must be greased with the "transmission in line". Every 8 hours • universal joints (1) Every 20 hours • transmission tube (2) Every 40 hours • guide rings (3) •...
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 2. Checking friction limiter settings Torque calibration is provided by the pressure of the spring-washers on the friction disks. - The collar (1) is used as a reference for calibrating the limiter correctly.
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 3. Control storage ELECTRICAL CONTROLS Make sure the controls are put away after every use to protect them from the weather. Machine without hopper A fastening hook (1) is located under the front right casing.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Cable controls Use the support on the front left hood of the machine. Walkway dual control To protect the walkway dual electric controls, close the lid of the control box after each use.
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 4. Cleaning the conveyor The conveyor is contained in a unit to keep it clean. Open the emptying hatch once a week to remove product accumulated at the back of the unit. How to proceed: •...
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 5. Conveyor chain tension Check the chain tension after every 100 hours of use. If the arrow is over 150 mm (0’6’’) mm, tighten the chains. Never completely tighten the chains. Leave a...
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 6. Checking and adjusting the sections The sections are mounted with the non-chamfered side facing the regulating tine for optimum cutting of the product. Check regularly that the regulating tines (1) are centered between the sections.
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 7. Belt tension In order to guarantee optimal operation, belt tension must be checked and adjusted if necessary every 100 hours (or more often in case of frequent feeding with tough products). The belt tension is adjusted using the screw rod (1) nut (2) and check nut (3).
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Conveyor reducing gearbox Draining: - Remove filler plug ((1)). - Place a container underneath the gearbox. - Remove drain plug (2). Filling: - Reinstall draining plug (2). - Fill the housing with a funnel via the upper hole in the housing.
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 10. Storage If the machine is not to be used for a long period, prepare it for storage: - Clean the body (inside, outside and underside). Do not clean the cylinder rods with a pressurized washer and detergent.
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 11. Maintenance Before carrying out any maintenance or repairs on the machine, switch off the tractor engine, remove ignition key, wait until all moving parts have come to a standstill and remove PTO shaft.
Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 $Trouble shooting guide Problem Cause Remedy Make sure the hydraulic connection between the tractor and the machine is correct (pressure and return). Check the hydraulic pressure 190 bar and the pump output 30 l/min for the...
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Problem Cause Remedy The sensor (1) fixed to the bale separator clutch cylinder sets the conveyor in motion once the bale separator is engaged. The clutch cylinder rod must be fully retracted to excite the circuit-breaking...
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If the tractor is fitted with a hydraulic The blower bangs when the The friction limiter slips in fits and PTO clutch, consult the Kuhn dealer PTO engages starts to solve the problem of the clutch progression for all tractor engine speeds.
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Silo unloader - Straw Spreader ALTOR 4560 Problem Cause Remedy The speed of descent of the arm can be adjusted via the speed limiter (1) under the machine's left-hand casing. The arm descends too slowly or too fast or the hook does...
- This Limited Warranty will not apply to any product that is altered or modified in any way without the express permission of the Company, or if parts not made by Kuhn are used on a machine sold by the Company and/or if repairs have been carried out by anyone other than Authorized Service Dealers.
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- The warranty claim is completed on line via extranet - www.kuhn.com or submitted on a KUHN warranty claim form and and returned to the Company within one month after the date of failure or the date of problem becoming apparent.
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