Pottinger TOP 842 C Operator's Manual

Pottinger TOP 842 C Operator's Manual

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99+2740.EN.80W.0
Translation of the original Operating Manual
Double rotary swather
TOP 842 C
(Type SK 2740 : + . . 00240)
TOP 882 C
(Type SK 2742 : + . . 00001)
TOP 962 C
(Type SK 2741 : + . . 00004)

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  • Page 1 Operator‘s manual 99+2740.EN.80W.0 Translation of the original Operating Manual Double rotary swather TOP 842 C (Type SK 2740 : + . . 00240) TOP 882 C (Type SK 2742 : + . . 00001) TOP 962 C (Type SK 2741 : + . . 00004)
  • Page 2 Pöttinger - Trust creates Affinity - since 1871 "Quality pays for itself." Therefore we apply the highest quality standards to our products which are constantly monitored by our in-house quality management and our management board. Because the safety, perfect function, highest quality and absolute reliability of our machines in operation are the core competencies for which we stand.
  • Page 3 INSTRUCTIONS FOR PRODUCT HANDOVER PÖTTINGER Landtechnik GmbH Industriegelände 1 4710 Grieskirchen, Austria Tel. 07248 / 600 -0 Telefax 07248 / 600-2511 According to the product liability please check the above mentioned items. Please place a cross where appropriate.  Machine checked according to delivery note. All attached parts removed. All safety equipment, drive shaft and operating devices at hand.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Lubrication chart ............49 1. Set cross slope............. 20 TOP 842 C / TOP 882 C / TOP 962 C ..... 50 2a Set raking height (mechanically) ......21 TOP 842 C / TOP 882 C / TOP 962 C hydraulic 2b.
  • Page 5: Warning Signs

    Warning signs Warning signs Illustration Description (Number) (Order number) Before initial start-up, adapt the cardan shaft length to the relevant tractor. See operating manual chapter "Cardan shaft attachment" (495.851) Secure your right to product liability by signing the delivery decla- ration (495.713) Tighten the screw connections after the first hours of operation! Nach den ersten Betriebsstunden...
  • Page 6 Warning signs Opening for a transport hook (495.404) Read the operating instructions before putting the device into op- eration! (494.529) 494.529 Do not remain within the swivel range of the rotor arms. (495.166) 495.166 bsb 449 567 Stipulated tyre pressure (495.668) Grease nipple position for lubrication (494.646) (31) The machine swings wide and high during folding Keep a safe...
  • Page 7 Warning signs Position of the warning signs - 7 - 2200_EN-WARNING SIGNS_2723...
  • Page 8 Warning signs - 8 - 2200_EN-WARNING SIGNS_2723...
  • Page 9: Introduction

    inTroducTion Introduction These Operating Instructions are integral part of the imple- ment delivery scope. You should therefore hand them over to the new owner if ownership of the implement is transferred. Train and instruct the new owner in the regulations stated. Dear Customer These Operating Instructions are intended to allow you to familiarise yourself with the implement and provide...
  • Page 10: Symbols Used

    symbols used CE mark The CE mark, which is affixed by the manufacturer, indicates outwardly that this machine conforms to the engineering guideline regulations and the other relevant EU guidelines. EU Declaration of Conformity (see Attachment) By signing the EU Declaration of Conformity, the manufacturer declares that the machine that is brought into service complies with all relevant fundamental safety and health requirements.
  • Page 11: General Safety Tips

    General safety tips Travelling with implement in tow Before starting work The attached implement influences the travelling a. Before commencing work, the operator must be aware characteristics of the towing vehicle. of all operating devices and functions.The learning of these is too late after having already commenced •...
  • Page 12: Overview

    specificaTion Overview Designations: 7. Left rotor unit 1. Inner feeler wheel 8 Outer feeler wheel (optional equipment) 2 Transport locking device 9. Swath curtain 3. Right rotor unit 10. Tine cover 4. Working width limiters 11. Lower link mounting and support stand 5.
  • Page 13: Tractor Requirements

    To operate the implements the following tractor requirements 371-08-16 must be met: - Tractor power: TOP 842 C / TOP 882 C from 55 kW / 75 HP TOP 962 C from 62kW / 85HP - Attaching: Lower link Cat. II - Connections: See table "Necessary hydraulic and...
  • Page 14: Necessary Hydraulic Connections

    TracTor requiremenTs Necessary hydraulic connections Design Consumer Single-acting Double-acting hydraulic connection hydraulic connection Lifting and lowering the rotor units Standard Hydraulic working width adjustment *) Floating position required Power connections required Design Consumer Volt Power connection Standard Lighting 7-pin 12 V DC According to DIN-ISO 1724 Variant electrohydraulic single rotor...
  • Page 15: Attaching The Machine

    aTTaching The machine general safety information 2. Fold up support stand see Supplement A1 point 8a. - h.) CAUTION Risk of injury from improperly mounted machine. Before initially attaching the machine • The machine may fall to the ground when 1.
  • Page 16: Securing Of Unbraked Devices By Means Of A Tear-Off Chain

    aTTaching The machine 5. Fit cardan shaft 6. Releasing the emergency brake - Switch engine off and remove ignition key. 1. Press the key (1), in order to unlock the crank from the parking position. - Before fitting the cardan shaft, clean and grease the machine's connection profiles and the pto.
  • Page 17: Parking The Machine

    aTTaching The machine Parking the machine cabin - Uncouple electric cable from tractor and place it on the cable holder (7) (For single rotor operation, two DANgER electric cables need to be uncoupled.) life-threatening danger exists through unpredictable tractor or machine movements 4.
  • Page 18: Operation

    operaTion general guidelines on working with the From transport position to working machine position 075-09-05 DANgER life-threatening danger exists through rotating rotors and folding arms • Turn the rake off before leaving the cabin. DANgER • Switch off engine and remove ignition key prior to any adjustment, maintenance or life-threatening danger through machine tipping over.
  • Page 19: From Headland To Working Position

    When the TOP 962 C is in the transport position, the tine arms must always be removed in order to conform with the statutory transport height. With the TOP 842 C, the tine arms must be removed to attain a transport height of 3.6 m. - 19 -...
  • Page 20: From Working Position To Headland Position

    operaTion From working position to headland 2. Set the outer tines to approx. 1.0 - 1.5 cm above position the ground. 075-09-10 All wheels (a, b, c) can be adjusted using the eccentric screw. 1. Swivel the rotor arms to the headland position by moving control unit 1 (single-acting) to "Raise".
  • Page 21: Set Raking Height (Mechanically)

    operaTion 1. Loosen the nuts (3) slightly using open-end spanner - Adapt working height to ground conditions. size 36. - The fodder becomes dirty and the sward is damaged 2. Set the required incline using the eccentric screw if the setting is too low. (2) and an open-end spanner size 36.
  • Page 22 operaTion Comfort control for raking height and single rotor operation: There is only one crank handle on the machine. Take the crank handle with you to the second rotor unit. Secure the crank handle with the spring pin after fitting it. The crank handle (3) park position on the main frame.
  • Page 23: Aligning The Indicators

    operaTion 3. Aligning the indicators 3. Distance of the outer feeler wheel Requirement: NOTE The raking height is set equally for both rotors Risk of material damage Collision of the feeler wheel with the tractor. Align the height indicator (6) on both rotor units. •...
  • Page 24: Example: Left Rotor With Tandem Chassis

    operaTion Example: left rotor with tandem chassis: Requirements: - level and firm ground - 1.5 bar pressure in all tyres - The machine is attached to the tractor and in the working position 639-13-12 3. Step F i n i s h 3.
  • Page 25 operaTion 6. Step: Set the distance of the outer feeler wheel to the rotor. The distance (A) of the outer feeler wheel to the tine rotor can be adjusted at intervals of 10 cm. There are three adjustment possibilities. • If the chuck is short, position the feeler wheel as close as possible to the rotor.
  • Page 26: Cardan Shaft Speed

    operaTion Cardan shaft speed Swath apron position is horizontal: The swath apron can be shifted back and forth horizontally. The maximum cardan shaft speed is: 540 rpm The recommended cardan shaft speed is approx. 450 rpm Reduce the speed of the PTO shaft if the work is not clean (i.e: if the crop is torn back by the tines to the already level area).
  • Page 27: Hydraulic Working Width Adjustment

    Lifting the 2. The rotor is very slow when switch B is in the middle position. TOP 842 C lowering the raised rotor 1. Select the raised rotor by moving switch B on the single-rotor control unit to the relevant position.
  • Page 28: Setting The Cam Track

    operaTion Setting the cam track Setting: 1. Loosen 2x support screws (4) The cam track can be adjusted if grass is left lying outside 2. Rotate the sliding limiter the swath. 3. Tighten 2x support screws (4) 1. Park the machine on an even surface and secure against rolling.
  • Page 29: Skids (Optional)

    operaTion 2. Setting the frontal inclination NOTE using 4 slotted holes (2) Risk of material damage due to overtightening of the valve. • Turn the screw on the valve by hand only. Do not use the spring pin to turn the screw. Due to the lever action created by the spring cotter, it is possible to damage the valve.
  • Page 30 operaTion 1. Set main tap (6) to fill (upper position) 2. Adjust the device side (left/right) at the secondary tap 3. Set the control device to raise to fill the relief reservoir. 4. Control the pressure on the manometer (4). 5.
  • Page 31: Transport

    TransporT Safety advice From working to transport position 075-09-07 DANgER life-threatening danger through machine tipping over. • Carry out the change from working position to transport position, and vice versa, only on Raising the rotors level, firm ground! DANgER Only with hydraulic rake height. life-threatening danger exists through moving parts Lowering and raising the rotor is only possible if the when changing from transport to working position.
  • Page 32: From Headland To Transport Position

    TransporT 5. Check that the transport safeguard is correctly locked. (See image). The bolt must have engaged in the locking hooks. 2. Swivel the rotor arms from headland to highest position by simultaneously: a. Skipping the headland safety device by pulling the rope or pressing the comfort-control button (single- rotor control variant).
  • Page 33: Tine Arm Holder Operation

    - Before travelling anywhere,visually inspect the chassis! • On the TOP 842 C, the tine arms can be - Driving on public roads may only be performed as removed if a transport height of 3.60m is to described in the chapter "Transport position".
  • Page 34: Machine Dimensions In Transport Position

    The spring pin must close in the moved in order to conform with the statutory rotation direction. transport height. 2. Fold hoop guard down (for TOP 842 C): • The tine arms can be removed from the TOP 842 C to achieve a transport height of a.
  • Page 35: Tine Covering

    TransporT b. Remove spring pin from the opening (5) c. Fold the hoop guard c. Fold the hoop guard CAUTION Risk of slight or moderate injury through being crushed. • When folding, only hold the safety bar in the area of the bend! (See illustration) d.
  • Page 36 1. Insert the tine covers (4) alternatively from left to right onto the holder. 2. Secure the tine covers (4) with two splints per support (5). TOP 842 C, TOP 882 C 13 tine arms per side TOP 962 C 8 tine arms per side...
  • Page 37: Working On Slopes

    Working on slopes Working on slopes Folding on slopes WARNINg WARNINg Risk of serious injury or injury resulting in death Risk of serious injury or injury resulting in death due to the tractor/trailer combination tipping on when folding out on the slope slopes, particularly in transport position and driving •...
  • Page 38: General Maintenance

    general mainTenance Safety advice Spare parts a. Genuine parts and accessories are specially designed for the machines. DANgER b. We expressly draw your attention to the fact that genuine life-threatening danger exists through moving or parts and accessories not supplied by us, have not been rotating parts tested and approved by us.
  • Page 39: Articulated Shafts

    general mainTenance Articulated shafts - See information in the supplement Please observe the following for maintenance! The directions in these Operating Instructions apply. If no particular instructions are available here, then the information in the instructions supplied by the respective cardan shaft manufacturer apply.
  • Page 40: General Safety Information

    mainTenance general safety information Position of the filling screw (3): right in driving direction on the gear (see figure) DANgER life-threatening danger exists if another person starts up the tractor and drives away or actuates the control lever of the hydraulic system while you are engaged in maintenance.
  • Page 41: Set Tyre Tracking

    mainTenance Set tyre tracking Tine arms Tyre tracking for the right and left tyres can be adjusted Change tine arms from the rear steering linkage. - Loosen cover bolts (10). 1. Open the locknuts (7, 8) (left and right threads) 2.
  • Page 42: Rotor Unit

    mainTenance - Re-tighten bolts M12x110 with 1x nut and 2x Nordlock • If the distance (A) is greater than 4 mm then the bushes washers (see illus.) (B) on the inside of the tine arms are to changed. Otherwise subsequent damage may occur to the (Tightening torque: 140 Nm) machine. Lay the Nordlock washers with rough internal milling on top of one another.
  • Page 43: Spring Tines

    3. Grease quantities: Indicative quantities after the complete emptying of the rotor unit: TOP 842 C ~1.20 kg Mobilplex 44 TOP 962 C ~1.20 kg Mobilplex 44 In principle, the same procedure as for "Complete Liquid grease": Fill by eye and aspirate the excess grease.
  • Page 44: Raising The Machine

    mainTenance Raising the machine 3. Tighten 4x support screw (1) (93Nm). The position (1) at which the jack may be used is indicated by stickers on both stub axles, left and right. Skid maintenance maintenance Setting the working width WARNINg If the manoeuvring space between the working width adjuster slide and the rotor arm becomes too large.
  • Page 45 mainTenance 10. Set secondary tap (7) to operate (upper position) 1. Clean inner chamber: At the end of the season or in case of noticeable weight increase: 1. Unscrew skid lid (1) 2. Clear inner chamber. 3. Assemble lid (1). 2.
  • Page 46: Air Brake System

    air brake sysTem Coupling the air brake hoses maintenance When coupling the air brake hoses pay attention 1. Check the brake-force regulator (1) is clean to the following: prior to every run. - that the sealing rings of the coupling heads are clean - correct insulation - coupling according to designations “Supply”...
  • Page 47: Adaptation Of The Brake System When Changing Tyres

    340/55 - 16 and the brake linkage. 380/55 - 17 1. Cylinder position and length of the brake linkage TOP 842 C / TOP 882 C - Air brakes Tyres Cylinder Brake linkage position length...
  • Page 48: Hydraulic Brake System

    In case you change to another tyre, this table will help you to find the right settings for the cylinder position and the brake linkage. Coupling the brake hose TOP 842 C - Hydraulic brakes When coupling the brake hose, make sure: Tyres Cylinder...
  • Page 49: Lubrication Chart

    lubrication chart after every X hours operation 40 F all 40 loads 80 F all 80 loads once a year every 100 hectares 100 ha if necessary FETT GREASE Number of grease nipples Number of grease nipples (III), (IV) see supplement „Lubrificants“ Litre Variation See manufacturer’s instructions...
  • Page 50: Top 842 C / Top 882 C / Top 962 C

    TOP 842 C / TOP 882 C / TOP 962 C FETT FETT - 50 - 1700 Schmierplan_2740...
  • Page 51 354-15-38 1,2 kg (V) - 51 - 1700 Schmierplan_2740...
  • Page 52: Top 842 C / Top 882 C / Top 962 C Hydraulic Plan

    TOP 842 C / TOP 882 C / TOP 962 C hydraulic plan 1701_GB-HYDRAULIC PLAN_2740...
  • Page 53: Top 842 C / Top 882 C / Top 962 C Hydraulic Plan With Single Rotor Operation

    TOP 842 C / TOP 882 C / TOP 962 C hydraulic plan with single rotor operation 1701_GB-HYDRAULIC PLAN_2740...
  • Page 54: Top 842 C / Top 882 C / Top 962 C Hydraulic Plan With Single- Rotor Operation And Rake Height Adjustment

    TOP 842 C / TOP 882 C / TOP 962 C hydraulic plan with single- rotor operation and rake height adjustment 1701_GB-HYDRAULIC PLAN_2740...
  • Page 55: Service

    service Circuit diagram key: X1...Connector Y1...Single rotor lift, right Y2...Single rotor lift, left Y3...Road transport Y4...6/2 directional control valve Y5...Raking height, right Y6...Raking height, left 1700_GB-Service_2740...
  • Page 56: Cable Harness

    service Cable harness key: X1...Connector Y1...Single rotor lift, right Y2...Single rotor lift, left Y3...Road transport Y4...6/2 directional control valve Y5...Raking height, right Y6...Raking height, left Hirschmann_Female_4 Pol 1700_GB-Service_2740...
  • Page 57: Technical Data

    Technical daTa Technical data Description TOP 842 C TOP 882 C TOP 962 C (Type 2740) (Type 2742) (Type 2741) Number of rotors Number of tine arms per rotor Number of tines per tine arm Rotor diameter 3.70 m 3.70 m 4.30 m...
  • Page 58: Connections Required

    Technical daTa Type plate Connections required The chassis number is engraved on the type plate shown • 1 single-acting hydraulic plug connection with floating opposite. Guarantee claims, enquiries and spare parts position (operating pressure at least: 150 bar / max.: orders cannot be processed without the chassis number.
  • Page 59: Tyres

    Technical daTa Tyres Tyre designation 380/55 -17 Load index 138 A8 Tread profile FLOTATION + Rims 13.0x17 161/205/6/E2, ET -54 Tyre width 380 mm Tyre outer diameter 850 mm Static radius 385 mm R o l l i n g c i r c u m f e r e n c e 2670 mm (calculated)
  • Page 60 Technical daTa Tyre designation 15.0/55 -17 Load index 141 A8 Tread profile Rims 13.0x17 161/205/6/E2, ET -54 Tyre width 380 mm Tyre outer diameter 890 mm Static radius 395 mm R o l l i n g c i r c u m f e r e n c e 2608mm (calculated) load per tyre (kg) 15.0/55 -17...
  • Page 61: Supplement

    supplement GB-Anhang Titelblatt _BA-Allgemein...
  • Page 62 The original cannot be copied ... Things will run better with genuine Pöttinger parts • Quality and precise fitting The decision must be made, ”original” or ”imitation”? The decision is often governed by price and a ”cheap buy” can sometimes be very expensive. - Operating safety.
  • Page 63: Safety Advice

    annex -a safeTy advice 6.) Appropriate use a. see technical data This operating manual contains this symbol at all points b. Intended use also includes compliance with the relating to the safety of persons. manufacturer's stipulated operating, maintenance and service conditions. 1.) Operating instructions a.
  • Page 64 annex -a safeTy advice 10.) Asbestos 13.) general a. Certain sub-supplied components of the vehicle may a. Before attaching implements to the three-point linkage, contain asbestos due to technical reasons. Please move system lever into a position whereby unintentional observe the marking of spare parts. raising or lowering is ruled out! b.
  • Page 65 supplement - a Safety advice v. Secure the machine before leaving the tractor! w. Lower attached machinery completely! Turn motor off and remove ignition key! This operating manual contains this symbol at all points relating to the safety of persons. x.
  • Page 66 supplement - a the machine’s danger area! j. Never turn p.t.o. on when motor is turned off! 7. Maintenance k. When working with the p.t.o., ensure nobody is in the a. In principle, any overhaul, maintenance and cleaning danger areas where the rotating p.t.o. or cardan shaft work as well as eliminating any function faults should are located! be carried out with the drive turned off, motor at a...
  • Page 67 Cardan shaft Supplement - B Adapting cardan shaft to tractor Ensure sufficient swivel space for the cardan shaft! - Trim the safety chain so that it cannot wind around the cardan shaft. NOTE material damage - due to inferior spare parts •...
  • Page 68 Cardan shaft Supplement - B Important for driveshafts with friction - Lubricate with a brand-name grease before starting work and every 8 hours worked. clutch - Before any extended period of non-use, clean and lubricate driveshaft. Torque is limited with overloading and brief torque peaks and evenly transferred during slipping.
  • Page 69: Lubricants

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  • Page 72: Combination Of Tractor And Mounted Implement

    important additional information for your safety Combination of tractor and mounted implement DANgER life hazard or material hazard - due to overload on tractor or wrong tractor ballast distribution. • Make sure that hitching the implement (in the front and rear three-point linkage) does not lead to exceeding the maximum total admissible weight of the tractor, the axle loads or the load capacity of the tyres.
  • Page 73 important additional information for your safety CALCULATION OF THE REAL FRONT AXLE LOAD T V tat (If the front hitched implement (G ) does not reach the minimum required ballasting Front (G ), the weight of the front hitched implement must V min be increased to the minimum ballasting Front!) Record the calculated real front axle load and the permissible front axle load of the tractor into the table.
  • Page 74 EC Conformity Declaration Original Conformity Declaration Name and address of the manufacturer: PÖTTINGER Landtechnik GmbH Industriegelände 1 AT - 4710 Grieskirchen Machine (interchangeable equipment): TOP 842 C TOP 962 C rotary rake Type 2740 2741 Serial no. The manufacturer declares that the machines adhere to all relevant provisions in the...
  • Page 75 Im Zuge der technischen Weiterentwicklung Following the policy of the PÖTTINGER La empresa PÖTTINGER Landtechnik arbeitet die PÖTTINGER Landtechnik Landtechnik GmbH to improve their products GmbH se esfuerza contínuamente en GmbH ständig an der Verbesserung ihrer as technical developments continue, la mejora constante de sus productos, Produkte.
  • Page 76 PÖTTINgER landtechnik gmbH Industriegelände 1 A-4710 Grieskirchen Telefon: +43 7248 600-0 Telefax: +43 7248 600-2513 e-Mail: info@poettinger.at Internet: http://www.poettinger.at PÖTTINgER Deutschland gmbH Servicecenter Deutschland Nord Steinbecker Str. 15 D-49509 Recke Telefon: +49 5453 911 4-0 e-Mail: recke@poettinger.at PÖTTINgER Deutschland gmbH Servicecenter Deutschland Süd Justus-von-Liebig-Str.

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