Contents Identification ........................... 4 Declaration of conformity ....................... 4 Target group ..........................5 Explanation / note ........................5 Copyright ..........................5 Product description ......................... 6 Structure ..........................6 Components and their functions ..................... 7 Technical data.......................... 7 2.3.1 Performance and operating values ................. 7 2.3.2 Dimensions ........................
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Blade bolt........................19 6.2.2 Threaded pin short multi-splined shaft ................. 20 6.2.3 Lubrication ........................20 Servicing and repair / BRAUN dealer ..................... 21 Servicing cycles for safe operation ..................21 7.1.1 LUV spring ........................21 Transport and delivery ........................23 Transport to the customer ....................
the unit is converted, modified or used for a different purpose without our explicit prior written approval. it is used contrary to the instructions in the operating manual. Landau, 28/05/18 Place, Date S. Braun, CEO With overall responsibility...
1.4 Copyright The unit has been designed and built to the state of the art of current technology by BRAUN Maschinenbau GmbH. The manufacturer has the sole copyright for marketing and exhibition. Any constructional changes to the unit and its accessory parts require the prior written approval of BRAUN Maschinenbau GmbH.
2.2 Components and their functions Item COMPONENT FUNCTION Plug 12 V power supply for the remote control Adjusting screw Setting the control pressure at the pressure regulating valve LUV recess Holder to attach the LUV to the tractor Shaft holder Holder for accessories (dimensions 50x25) Feeler holder Toothed disk to set the feeler position...
2.3.4 Sound pressure Sound pressure of the tractor 2.3.5 Ambient conditions not dependent on temperature secure attachment of the peripherals and third party devices to the tractor 2.3.6 Soil conditions all normal types of soil can be worked 2.4 Type plate The unit is identified by a type plate that clearly identifies the unit concerned by the type designation, serial number and year of...
3 Safety The Safety section contains basic warning and working information. Following the information given in this section is a basic prerequisite for safe working with the unit and its safe operation. In addition, in the other sections of this operating manual there is additional warning information that must likewise be followed.
3.2 Warning signs on the unit Never remove the warning signs from the unit. Replace any safety stickers and information that are missing or illegible. The following warning signs have been applied to the unit The unit can be Read the operating manual dangerous.
3.4 Worker qualifications Only trained and suitably instructed persons may work with the crow’s foot blade under-vine weeder (LUV). The unit may only be put into operation after thoroughly studying all the sections of this operating manual by a suitably qualified person who has been instructed and commissioned by the owner.
3.5 Safety instruction This safety instruction is to be filled out by the BRAUN dealer for the final customer. Customer address BRAUN Maschinenbau GmbH by the Albert-Einstein-Strasse 10 manufacturer D-76829 Landau i. d. Pfalz Germany Serial number: ________________________ Designation: ________________________...
Any form of use going beyond this is not appropriate! BRAUN Maschinenbau GmbH shall have no liability whatsoever for any damage caused as a result, the user/owner bears the sole risk in such cases. The relevant applicable accident prevention and health and safety at work regulations and other generally recognised safety, occupational medicine and road traffic rules are to be complied with.
3.9 Obligation of the owner to exercise due care The owner undertakes to use the unit only when it is in flawless condition. He must check its condition before use and ensure that any faults are corrected before starting it up. The owner undertakes only to have persons working on or with the unit who: ...
4 Before use 4.1 Installation 4.1.1 Installation description LUV WARNING The LUV can fall over Your lower limbs could be crushed Wear safety shoes Handle heavy loads with lifting gear Component Installation steps 1. Push the LUV recess onto the square 50 x 50 2.
4.2 Setting up/adjusting 4.1.2 Feeler positions Component Adjustment steps 1. Align the feeler so that it is parallel to the ground (red marking) 90° Ensure a 90° angle! 2. When operating the feeler up to the détente stop of the control valve this must be flush with the front edge of the crow's foot blade parallel to the...
NOTE The feeler of the LUV Perfekt with crow's foot blade is built in a similar way to that of a conventional crow's foot blade. The earth that had been heaped up between the vines can be ploughed out with the crow's foot blade.
5 Operation 5.1 Safe operation / functioning Do not operate the unit without a vehicle (tractor). Follow the operating manual of the relevant tractor. DANGER Running over persons Death or severe injury Never allow anybody to get into or stay in the danger zone ...
6 Servicing and cleaning / customer 6.1 Safety measures The operator must clean any dirt off the unit o Rough cleaning, grass, etc. The operator must lubricate the unit CAUTION Sharp edges Cuts on the hands Wear protective gloves ...
6.2.2 Threaded pin short multi-splined shaft Checking the threaded pin: each time before starting work. before using for the first time. one hour after using for the first time. depending on the intensity of the work and the soil properties. NOTE Threaded pin can become loose Multi-splined profile of the weed blade shaft is damaged...
7 Servicing and repair / BRAUN dealer 7.1 Servicing cycles for safe operation 7.1.1 LUV spring WARNING The LUV spring is preloaded Your lower limbs could be crushed Wear safety shoes Careful handling Installation description Component Installation steps 1.
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Component Installation steps 1. Set a play of 1-2 mm between the valve plunger and the screw (1) so that the return flow is opened slightly when in operation. 2. Set the screw (2) so that the plunger can move max.
8 Transport and delivery BRAUN Maschinenbau GmbH ensures the correct delivery of your unit. 8.1 Transport to the customer 8.1.1 Unpacking CAUTION The metal strips can spring out due to the stored energy Cuts on the body Wear protective equipment ...
9 Faults and possible causes 9.1 Frequently asked questions 9.1.1 LUV &Modular system Is it possible to fit a normal LUV unit with the long blade shaft onto an LUV in the Modular system with a short multi-splined shaft? The standard LUV unit can be converted to a Modular LUV unit with no problems by replacing the blade shaft.
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What does it cost to convert to the Modular LUV unit and what do the new components cost? Your local BRAUN dealer will be happy to give you a custom quotation based on you and your needs.
9.1.2 LUV & soil How can the LUV be adapted to the substrate / soil? Recommendations, experiences and tips! For depth control (e.g. in sandy soil) the disk coulter with support wheel function (part No.: 01115/01116) is the right choice of ground preparation tool.
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The return movement of the LUV unit is sluggish return flow without pressure (see page 15, item number 2) check/connect the check the amount of oil at the tractor o LUV unit installed on one side only: min. 7 max.
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Blade and tilling tools Designation Spare part No. Feeler 350 mm Right 001045 350 mm Left 0010451 500 mm Right 0010452 500 mm Left 00104521 Plain bearing bush feeler shaft 402020 Tension spring LUV Perfekt 92331600 Seal set for LUV cylinder 52732802...
9.2 Contact Contact your BRAUN dealer for advice and service. You can get additional information at any time from BRAUN Maschinenbau GmbH: BRAUN Maschinenbau GmbH Albert-Einstein-Strasse 10 D-76829 Landau i. d. Pfalz Germany Telephone: + 49 (0) 63 41 / 9 50 55 00...
12 Decommissioning, dismantling, disposal Once the unit has been decommissioned it should be broken down into its constituent parts and disposed off according to the type of raw material. Ensure that recyclable materials (steel, aluminium, etc.) are separated from one another at the recycler.
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