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Order number: B00001 From machine No: 43470 Stand: 03.01.2012 Distributed in UK by Manufactures by Kersten (UK) Ltd Tel. 0118 986 9253 Kersten Arealmaschinen GmbH Empeler Straße 95 Progrees House 39 Boulton Road D - 46459 Rees Reading, RG2 0NH www.kersten-maschinen.de...
TABLE OF CONTENTS LETTER ..........................3 ABOUT THIS INSTRUCTION MANUAL ................. 4 BEFORE COMMISSIONING ........................4 NOTES ABOUT THIS MANUAL ....................... 4 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR HYDROSTATIC SINGLE TOWERS ........5 INTENDED USE ............................5 GENERAL SAFETY AND ACCIDENT PREVENTION RULES ..............5 USED PICTOGRAMS ..........................
Introduction Dear Customer, Thank you for choosing a quality product from Kersten. This product has been manufactured according to the most up-to-date production methods and extensive quality assurance measures, because only when you are satisfied with your device, our goal is reached.
Before commissioning Since self-propelled implements and attachments can cause serious accidents or hazards if used improperly, the first time the Kersten implement is commissioned, it must be instructed by competent and authorized persons absolutely necessary. The best way to familiarize yourself with its basic functions and its handling is to choose a free and level terrain for your first trip •...
Safety instructions Safety instructions for hydrostatic towed tractors The most important safety instructions in this manual cannot cover all possibilities. It goes without saying that common sense and caution are factors that are not built into a machine but must be brought by the person who uses and maintains the machine.
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Safety instructions 3.2.2 Work and danger area • The user is responsible to third parties in the work area! • Staying in the danger area of the machine is prohibited! • Check the near range before starting up. Pay special attention to children and animals. Ensure sufficient visibility! •...
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Safety instructions 3.2.6 Leaving the machine • When stopping the machine, close the fuel cock (if present)! • By using wheel chocks or, if necessary, by applying the parking brake, secure the machine from rolling away when leaving the vehicle. •...
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Safety instructions • Only use original spare parts from the manufacturer, as these comply with the technical requirements and thus the risk of accidents is minimized! • Cleaning with the high-pressure cleaner should be carried out so that the water jet is not held directly in bearings, turned parts, grease nipples, shaft seals, wheel hubs, etc.
Safety instructions Pictograms used Explanation of the pictograms used: Before commissioning read and observe the operating instructions and safety instructions. Switch off the engine and remove the spark plug connector before carrying out any repair, maintenance or cleaning work. Never open or remove protective devices while the engine is running! Touch machine parts only when they have come to a complete stop.
Safety instructions Warnings and safety instructions for filled lead - acid batteries • Follow the instructions on the battery and in the operating instructions. • Use eye protection. • Keep children away from acid and battery. Explosion hazard: • When charging batteries, a highly explosive bang mixture is produced, so please note the following: •...
Complaints must be confirmed by the company Kersten Arealmaschinen GmbH. Wear parts are excluded from the warranty. Furthermore, the warranty expires due to improper operation, when performing no or incorrect maintenance work, when using inadmissible equipment and when using non-original spare parts.
Safety instructions 6.4 Instructions for Use for Starter Batteries 1. Removal and installation of the battery • Before removing the battery, switch off the engine and all power consumers. • Avoid short circuits due to tools. • When removing, first disconnect the negative pole (-), then the positive pole (+). •...
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Safety instructions 5. Decommissioning • Store the battery in a cool place. • When decommissioning, disconnect the negative pole (-). • Regularly check the charge status of the battery and recharge if necessary.
Operation of the self-propelled implement Operation of the self-propelled implement Figure 7.1 7.1 Start the engine • To start the engine, the drive lever (Fig.7.1, item 1) must be in the horizontal position and the PTO lever (Fig.7.1, item 2) must be in the "off" position. If these are not in the position described above, the ignition of the engine is interrupted, and the engine does not start.
Operation of the self-propelled implement • For the reverse drive, the left driving lever (Fig.7.1, item 1L) is pressed down by the left thumb. more drive lever pressed down, faster machine moves. In order to reduce the speed or to stop the machine, push down the lever swung upwards (Fig.7.1, item 1R) with your right thumb.
Operation of the self-propelled implement 7.4 The steering Figure 7.2 • The implement is driven by two-wheel motors, which are controlled separately. • The single-wheel drive allows the wheels to rotate at different speeds and in different directions. This makes it possible to drive very tight bends and, if necessary, to stop the machine quickly or drive backwards.
Operation of the self-propelled implement 7.5 Height adjustment of the hand rail The hand rail is adjustable in inclination angle to ensure the operator an ergonomically optimal working height. 1. Loosen the rotary knob (Fig.7.3, item 1). 2. Shake the handgrip until the toothed washers are free. 3.
Montage Assembly 8.1 Assembly of the attachment • To mount an attachment, the attachment and attachment tube on the drive unit must be clean and well-lubricated (see Figure 8.1). • The coupling of the attachment and the receiving tube of the drive unit must be at the same height to allow them to be pushed together.
Montage 8.2 Assembly of the hand guard The installation of the handguard is described in more detail below and illustrated in Figure 8.2. 1. To install the left-hand guard, place the supplied drilling template (Fig. 8.2, item 1) on the hand spar (Fig.
Montage 8.3 Assembly of the lattice wheels Figure 8.3 For the subsequent installation of the lattice wheel set, the hitch hubs (Fig.8.3, item 5) must first be mounted on both sides of the self-propelled implement. • Raise the rear part of the self-propelled implement with appropriate tools until the drive wheels are unloaded and free to move.
Allgemeine Hinweise zur Ladungssicherung und Transport General instructions for load securing and transport • Pay attention to the trailer load of the towing vehicle and the permissible total weight of the trailer! • Suitable loading ramps with sufficient load-bearing capacity must be used for loading the machine. •...
Maintenance Maintenance 10.1 General maintenance instructions • Personal injury or damage to the machine may occur. • Check all safety-related parts before every use of the machine. • Oil change intervals must be carried out according to the recommendations of the respective engine manufacturer.
Maintenance 1. Loosen the pipe clamp on the dirt deflector. 2. Remove dirt deflector upwards. 3. Blow out the radiator from bottom to top! 4. Clean dirt deflector and install again. • To ensure the cooling of the motor, always make sure that no dirt is present in the air intake area of the engine and on the intake grille.
Maintenance • Every two to three weeks, crank the engine slowly and pull it again until the compression resistance is felt. 3.) Jack drive wheels • Using wooden blocks, jack up the machine so that the drive wheels are not resting on the ground.
Technical specifications Technical data Specifications - 18 hp petrol engine Briggs & Stratton Vanguard four-stroke two-cylinder engine Engine 13.4 kW (18 HP) Power 40.7 Nm / 2,300 min-1 Max. torque 570 cc Capacity 3,300 min-1 Upper idle speed Bosch FR8DC Champion RC12YC Spark plug approx.
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Technical specifications Technical data - General Type UBS Hydro Hydraulic oil tank about 10 l Hydraulic oil Synthetic Ester Bio-hydraulic oil Avia Synto fluid N68 (recommended) Viscosity grade according to VG 68 Max. operating pressure 180 bar Delivery volume pump about 18 l / min Driving speed 0 - 6 km / h step lessly adjustable...
Fault cause and their rectification Fault cause and remedy This chapter describes in more detail the most important faults which can occur during operation on the self-propelled implement. Faults which require major intervention must always be rectified by your specialist workshop. Observe safety instructions! Malfunction: Pssible cause:...
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Fault cause and their rectification Malfunction: Possible causes: Remedy: Petrol Engine: Gasoline engine - Controller linkage dirty, Clean governor linkage caught operates irregularly - Motor stop line defective Cable and connectors Benzin-Motor - Missing sizes Check the ground contact geht in Stoppstel- lung nicht aus - Air filter dirty Clean or replace the air filter...
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Fault cause and their rectification Malfunction: Possible causes: Remedy: Drive: Machine moves on Check tire pressures and, if necessary, - Different tire pressures one side to the left pump up Leakage amount at both wheel motors or to the right - Radmotore Wheel motors are worn determine.
EC Declaration of Conformity EG – Konformitätserklärung CE Déclaration de conformité EC Declaration Conformity EG conformiteitsverklaring Nous Kersten Arealmaschinenn GmbH Empeler Straße 95 D- 46459 Rees erklären, dass das déclarons que le herewith declare verklaren dat het Produkt produit that the productprodukt...
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Distributed in UK by Kersten (UK) Ltd Tel. 0118 986 9253 Progress House 39 Boulton Road Reading, RG2 0NH www.kerstenuk.com - info@kerstenuk.com...
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