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Panther 2S
Edition 1
Software version: RP21-***
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E901441GB

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  • Page 1 Translation of the Original Operating Manual Panther 2S Edition 1 Software version: RP21-*** Printed in Germany: 09/2021 E901441GB...
  • Page 2 – with the express approval of ROPA GmbH. Any type of reproduction, distri- bution or storage on data medium in any form and of any type not authorised by ROPA GmbH forms a violation of current domestic and international copyright law and will be judicially prosecuted.
  • Page 3 Contents Contents 3 / 560...
  • Page 4 Contents 4 / 560...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contents Preface................. 13 Name plate and important data...............17 Type overview..................18 Serial numbers and name plates............19 Declaration of Conformity................ 21 Safety................23 General....................25 Obligations of the entrepreneur...............25 General symbols and instructions............26 2.3.1 Safety signs..................... 27 Proper use....................28 2.4.1 Foreseeable misuse................
  • Page 6 Contents 5.1.2 Ladder bunker..................62 Driver's cabin overview................63 Steering column..................65 5.3.1 Steering column switch................67 Driver’s seat.....................68 Operating components on the floor of the driver‘s cabin......74 Operating console R-Concept..............75 5.6.1 Colour terminal R-Touch................76 5.6.2 R-Select....................77 5.6.3 R-Direct....................80 5.6.4 Keypad I....................81 5.6.5 Keypad II....................82...
  • Page 7 Contents 6.3.3 Readjusting warning thresholds............138 6.3.4 Warning and status indications on the R-Touch........139 Left colour terminal................145 Joystick....................149 Diesel engine..................157 6.6.1 Start/shut down diesel engine............... 160 6.6.2 Engine speed adjustment..............162 6.6.3 Power reduction SCR system (only at RP2Sd)........164 6.6.3.1 Power reduction AdBlue filling level............
  • Page 8 Contents 6.11.3.1 Activating autopilot front axle steering..........210 6.11.3.2 Quick description: activating only front axle autopilot......211 6.11.3.3 Activating rear wheels autopilot............212 6.11.3.4 Quick description: automatic activation of rear wheels autopilot... 213 6.11.3.5 Autopilot with chicory equipment............214 6.11.4 Setting steering behaviour..............215 6.12 "R-Balance"...
  • Page 9 Folding the machine manually out/in.............322 6.20 Bunker unloading...................326 6.20.1 Operating panel bunker unloading............327 6.20.2 Setting the unload rotating speed............335 6.20.3 Instruction on piles creation (with the ROPA loader)......336 6.21 Pump distributor gears................337 6.22 Hydraulic system................... 338 6.23 Compressed air system.................341 6.23.1 Compressor....................342...
  • Page 10 Change of coolant (on RP2Sa)............. 381 7.1.4.4 Coolant check (on RP2Sd)..............382 7.1.4.5 Change of coolant (on RP2Sd)............. 384 7.1.4.6 Remarks of ROPA on the coolant (general information)....... 385 7.1.5 Valve clearance adjustment..............385 7.1.6 SCR exhaust after-treatment with AdBlue ........... 386 ®...
  • Page 11 Contents 7.9.4 Depth-control shaft drive............... 429 7.9.5 Shaking share gears................430 7.9.6 Shaking share drive only with the "variable row distance" option..431 7.9.7 Eccentric shaft bearing................432 7.9.8 Readjusting eccentric bearing shaking share drive.......433 7.9.9 Share body guide/suspension............... 434 7.9.10 Lifting rollers..................435 7.10 Infeed conveyor..................
  • Page 12 Product Data SheetROPA gearOil GL5 90 LS........526 9.4.6 Product Data Sheet ROPA gearOil GL5 75W-90 synth......527 9.4.7 Product Data Sheet ROPA gearOil GL5 75W-140 LS synth....528 9.4.8 Product Data Sheet ROPA gearFluid ATF..........529 9.4.9 Product Data Sheet ROPA multi temperature grease 2......530 Diesel engine coolant................

  • Page 13: Preface

    Preface Preface 13 / 560...
  • Page 14 Preface 14 / 560...
  • Page 15 They conform to the high ROPA standards for safety and reliability. We would like to point out that parts and accessories not approved by ROPA may not be used on ROPA machines, otherwise the safety and operability of the machine may be impaired.
  • Page 16 We expressly point out that any damage caused by the fact that this operating man- ual is not or not completely followed is not covered by the statutory warranty of ROPA. Even though this operating manual is comprehensive, in your own interest you should completely and carefully read it and slowly familiarize yourself with the machine using this operating manual.

  • Page 17: Name Plate And Important Data

    Please enter the data of your machine in the following image of the name plate. You will need this data for ordering spare parts. If you have not yet exchanged the defo- liator unit and/or lifting unit, these may also be identified by ROPA using the chassis number.

  • Page 18: Type Overview

    Preface Type overview Type overview Classification of the defoliator identification by example of ROPA "RBSO-45S": → R ROPA design → B Leaf-spreader defoliator including leaf auger Integrated defoliator All-round defoliator Rubber defoliator → S Defoliator → O Eastern version (4 depth-control wheels)

  • Page 19: Serial Numbers And Name Plates

    Preface Serial numbers and name plates Serial numbers and name plates The engine serial number (1), the Volvo Penta chassis ID (4) and the engine model (5) are located on the valve cover of the engine. This information can be seen on the engine from the rear wall of the bunker.
  • Page 20 Preface Serial numbers and name plates The serial number (3) of the defoliator is located on the left side or top of the defoliator side wall. RIS defoliator RASW/RASO defoliator RES rubber-defoliator 20 / 560...

  • Page 21: Declaration Of Conformity

    The Declaration of Conformity belongs to separately provided documents and is handed over on the delivery of the machine. The CE marking of the machine is a constituent part of the nameplate. ROPA PANTHER 2S RP2S from 7*0212 from 2020...
  • Page 22 Safety 22 / 560...

  • Page 23: Safety

    Safety Safety 23 / 560...
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  • Page 25: General

    Safety Obligations of the entrepreneur General The machine has been manufactured according to the current state of technology and tested for safety. The machine is CE compliant and therefore conforms to the respective European reg- ulations for free movement of goods within the European Union respectively the Euro- pean economic region.

  • Page 26: General Symbols And Instructions

    Safety General symbols and instructions General symbols and instructions The following symbols are used for safety instructions in this operating manual. They serve as a warning against possible personal injury or material damage, or provide help in facilitating work. DANGER This signal word warns of imminent danger of fatal accident or serious injury.

  • Page 27: Safety Signs

    Safety General symbols and instructions 2.3.1 Safety signs The safety signs illustrate a danger source. Warning of a general danger This warning symbol stands for activities where several causes may lead to hazards. Warning of dangerous electrical voltage This warning symbol stands for activities during which the hazards of electrical shocks with possible deadly consequences exist.

  • Page 28: Proper Use

    Safety Proper use Proper use This machine is exclusively meant for: lifting sugar beets and similar crops. depositing the lifted crops in a pile immediately on the edge of the field or for unloading of lifted crops to an accompanying vehicle driving alongside. Included in proper use is that the machine is driven under compliance with the applic- able road traffic regulations on public roads.

  • Page 29: Hazard Zone

    Safety Hazard zone Hazard zone Hazard zone does not apply to RIS* and RES* Keep clear of the hazard zone during operation of the machine. The operator must immediately shut down the machine in case of any threatening hazard and request the people concerned to leave the hazard zone immediately.
  • Page 30 The meaning of each individual pictograph is explained below. In addition, each pictograph has a number. This is the ROPA order number. Stating this number, you may reorder the respective pictograph from ROPA. The number stated in brackets is printed on the respective sticker.

  • Page 31: Safety Stickers On The Machine

    Safety Safety stickers on the machine Safety stickers on the machine The illustration shows an example of a machine with the RR-45 and RIS-45 harvesting attachment 31 / 560...
  • Page 32 Safety Safety stickers on the machine 355007000 (34) 355006800 (39) Shut down the engine before per- Hazard due to electrical current! forming maintenance and repair Observe a sufficiently safe distance work and pull out the ignition key. to high-voltage power lines. Read the operating manual and comply with remarks on safety.

  • Page 33: Safety And Health Protection

    Safety Safety and health protection 355007700 (25) Hazard that body parts can be pulled in. Do not reach into the rotating rollers. Do not climb on the rollers. Never step into the loading areas when the drive activated and motor run- ning.

  • Page 34: Requirements For Operating And Maintenance Personnel

    All maintenance work which is not specifically the responsibility of the operator may only be carried out by instructed or trained maintenance personnel. Some activities may only be performed by people expressly authorised by ROPA for these activities. In case of doubt, ask the manufacturer whether you may perform a specific activity yourself without any hazard.

  • Page 35: Residual Risks

    Safety Hazards caused by electricity 2.12 Residual risks Residual risks are special hazards involved in the use of the machine which cannot be fully eliminated despite a safety-conscious design. These residual risks are not readily recognizable and may result in injury or damage to health. In the event such unforeseen residual risks become apparent, the machine must be shut down immediately and the responsible supervisor informed accordingly (if applic- able).

  • Page 36: Hazards Caused By Process Materials

    Safety Hazards caused by noise 2.15 Hazards caused by process materials WARNING Oil, fuel and grease can cause the following damages: poisoning by inhalation of fuel vapours, allergies due to skin contact with fuel, oil or grease, fire and explosion hazard due to smoking or the use of fire or naked flame when handling fuel, oil or grease.

  • Page 37: Hazards Caused By The Hydraulic System

    Safety Hazards caused by hot substances/surfaces 2.17 Hazards caused by the hydraulic system WARNING Hydraulic fluid may cause irritation of the skin. Leaking hydraulic fluid may damage the environment. High pressure and partially high temperatures exist within hydraulic systems. Hydraulic fluid emitting at high pressure may enter the body through the skin and cause the most severe tissue damage and scalding.

  • Page 38: Personal Protective Equipment

    Safety Leakage 2.20 Personal protective equipment Wear tight-fitting clothing to prevent accidents. Particularly, do not wear ties, scarves, rings or chains that may be caught by moving machine parts. Wear appropriate head- gear for long hair. Do not carry highly inflammable objects, e.g. matches and lighters in your pockets. All persons staying within the area of effect of the machine are situationally obliged to wear the following protective equipment: Always...

  • Page 39: General Notes On Safety When Handling Acid Batteries

    Safety Prohibition of unauthorised modifications and alterations 2.22 General notes on safety when handling acid batteries Fire, sparks, smoking and open flames are prohibited. Avoid generation of sparks formed by connecting and disconnecting electrical loads or measuring devices directly to battery terminals. Before connecting and disconnecting batteries, switch off the main battery switch.

  • Page 40: Safety And Protective Equipment

    Safety Safety and protective equipment 2.24 Safety and protective equipment Perform a documented function test after work on safety equipment. Perform a regular function check of safety equipment, keep maintenance intervals. The safety equipment of the machine consists of: Back run warning system. Battery main switch.

  • Page 41: Emergency Exit

    Safety Emergency exit 2.25 Emergency exit Depending on the design, the machine is not equipped with a dedicated emergency exit. If the driver's cabin is deformed by external forces, e.g. during an accident, the driver's cabin can generally be exited via the access doors since these doors are glazed with safety glass.
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  • Page 43: General View And Specifications

    General View and Specifications General View and Specifications 43 / 560...
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  • Page 45: General View

    General View and Specifications General view General view This overview is intended to familiarize you with the most important components of your machine. Ring elevator Bunker auger Hydraulic oil tank Engine housing Climbing ladder bunker Strainer wheel cleaner Climbing ladder driver's cabin Lifting unit Leaf-spreader (not shown here, only with RBS/RAS) (10)
  • Page 46 General View and Specifications General view Machine ready for driving on roads Shown here without the optional additional chassis. (See Page 184) 46 / 560...
  • Page 47 General View and Specifications General view Shown here with the optional additional chassis. (See Page 184) 47 / 560...

  • Page 48: Technical Data

    (USA): Capacity: 565 kW / 768 hp 585 kW / 796 hp Max. torque: 3,260 Nm/1,250 rpm 3,650 Nm/1,200 min Rated speed (ROPA): 1,600 rpm Maximum speed: 1,690 rpm Engine type: Diesel engine 4-stroke, direct fuel injection high pressure-pump- Fuel injection:...
  • Page 49 General View and Specifications Technical data Designation: RP2Sa RP2Sd Michelin CEREXBIB 2 800/70 R38 (187A8) Tyres front axle: Michelin CEREXBIB 2 900/60 R38 (193A8) (option only with RR-XL) Michelin CEREXBIB 2 Tyres rear axle: 900/60 R38 (193A8) Tyres additional chassis (optional): 30x11.5-14.5 (20PR/150A8) Tyres additional axle: 235/75 R17.5...

  • Page 50: Tyre Pressure

    General View and Specifications Tyre pressure Tyre pressure Tyre type min. Recommendation max. (plain+slight slopes) Front axle 800/70 R38 900/60 R38 Rear axle 900/60 R38 Others min. Recommenda- max. tion (general) additional axle Additional chassis Defoliator 50 / 560...

  • Page 51: Transport Draft For Low-Loader Transport Of Machine Without Additional Chassis

    General View and Specifications Transport draft for low-loader transport of machine without additional chassis Transport draft for low-loader transport of machine without additional chassis All data in mm. 51 / 560...

  • Page 52: Transport Draft For Low-Loader Transport Of Machine With Additional Chassis

    General View and Specifications Transport draft for low-loader transport of machine with additional chassis Transport draft for low-loader transport of machine with additional chassis All data in mm. 52 / 560...

  • Page 53: Lashing Eyes For Transport By Low-Loader/Ship

    General View and Specifications Lashing eyes for transport by low-loader/ship Lashing eyes for transport by low-loader/ship The front and rear axles are fitted with eyelets for clamping down the machine. The eyelets are located on the right and left next of the attachment point for the axle sup- port cylinders.
  • Page 54 General View and Specifications Lashing eyes for transport by low-loader/ship Lashing eyes on the front axle Lashing of the rear axle with clamping chains on the low loader Image shows as an example euro-Tiger (MAN) The machine has no attachment points by which it can be lifted. For hoisting it into a ship for example, special, approved and TÜV-approved lifting devices are necessary.

  • Page 55: General Description

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  • Page 57: Function

    General Description Function Function The machine is a self-propelled working machine for lifting sugar beets. The lifted beets are collected in the bunker. When the bunker is filled up, the sugar beets may either be deposited in a pile or directly loaded onto an accompanying vehicle using the unloading conveyor.

  • Page 58: Scope Of Delivery

    General Description Scope of delivery Scope of delivery The scope of delivery of the machine includes a fire extinguisher, a first-aid kit, two wheel chocks, a ladder and a tool set with package of small parts. The first-aid kit is located in the driver's cabin, the fire extinguisher on the platform in front of the driver's cabin door.

  • Page 59: Operating Components

    Operating Components Operating Components 59 / 560...
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  • Page 61: Ladders

    Operating Components Ladders Ladders DANGER – Nobody may stay on the platform in front of the driver‘s cabin and bunker door when the machine works. – Ascend ladders and machine only when the machine stands still! Use of ladders See Page 34 5.1.1 Ladder driver's cabin Ladder to driver's cabin in transport respectively working position...

  • Page 62: Ladder Bunker

    Operating Components Ladders ADVICE We recommend to fold up and lock this ladder during lifting! Thus, the forbidden climb- ing on the machine is not possible while driving! 5.1.2 Ladder bunker Unlock the ladder by pulling the unlocking rod (1), swing it outwards and bring it safely into the end position until it will be fixed.

  • Page 63: Driver's Cabin Overview

    Operating Components Driver's cabin overview Driver's cabin overview Roof console Roof console storage compartment Roller blind Colour terminal on the left column Steering column Colour terminal on the operating console Bottle holder Central electrical system cover Rear driver's cabin wall storage compartment (10) Emergency seat (11)
  • Page 64 Operating Components Driver's cabin overview (14) First-aid kit (15) Blow gun 64 / 560...

  • Page 65: Steering Column

    Operating Components Steering column Steering column DANGER Hazard of deadly injuries if the steering column is moved while driving. In this case, the machine can go out of control and cause the severest damages. – Therefore, NEVER move the steering column while driving! Rotating handle (1) height adjustment Release rotating handle (1) (turn to the left), move the steering column to the desired height, retighten the rotating handle (turn to the right) and block the steering column.
  • Page 66 Operating Components Steering column Switches on the steering column Switch flashing warning system Switch parking lights/dimmed headlight Control light direction indicator left Control light direction indicator for RR-XL transporter Control light high beam Control light direction indicator right 66 / 560...

  • Page 67: Steering Column Switch

    Operating Components Steering column 5.3.1 Steering column switch – Press lever to the right: Turn indicator right (R) – Press lever to the left: Turn indicator left (L) – Lever down/centre/up: high beam/dimmed headlight/headlight flasher (F) – Pressure switch on the end: Horn (H) –...

  • Page 68: Driver's Seat

    Operating Components Driver’s seat Driver’s seat Safety instructions: To prevent damage to the driver’s back, the seat must be adjusted for the driver’s weight before use and before every change of driver. To prevent injury, no objects should be placed within the moving area of the driver’s seat.
  • Page 69 Operating Components Driver’s seat Height adjustment The seat height can be set pneumatically and is infinitely adjustable. The seat height can be altered by pulling or pressing the actuator lever (arrow). If the adjustment reaches the top or bottom end stop, the height is adjusted automat- ically in order to guarantee a minimum spring travel.
  • Page 70 Operating Components Driver’s seat Headrest The headrest can be individually adjusted for height by pulling it upward over the various increments up the end stop. By pushing forward or backward the angle of the headrest can be adjusted individually. To remove the headrest, pull it over the end stop.
  • Page 71 Operating Components Driver’s seat Armrest The armrests can be folded up backward if required. Armrest inclination The inclination of the armrest can be modified by turning the adjustment hand wheel (arrow). 71 / 560...
  • Page 72 Operating Components Driver’s seat Backrest adjustment CAUTION Take care with the backrest frame – it may jerk forward and cause injury! – Hold the backrest hand tight before adjusting. The backrest is adjusted using the locking lever (arrow). The locking lever must latch into the desired position.
  • Page 73 Operating Components Driver’s seat Cleaning Dirt can impair the function of the seat. Make sure you keep your seat clean. It is not necessary to remove the uphol- stery from the seat frame for cleaning. Avoid soaking the upholstery when clean- ing the upholstered surface.

  • Page 74: Operating Components On The Floor Of The Driver's Cabin

    Operating Components Operating components on the floor of the driver‘s cabin Operating components on the floor of the driver‘s cabin Opener for cleaning flap Foot switch autopilot Foot switch driving direction Brake pedal Drive pedal 74 / 560...

  • Page 75: Operating Console R-Concept

    Joystick with multi-functional handle (10) Main steering switch (11) Lever height adjustment operating console (12) USB port on colour terminal ADVICE Use only the USB stick supplied by ROPA or a similar stick formatted in FAT 32. 75 / 560...

  • Page 76: Colour Terminal R-Touch

    Operating Components Operating console R-Concept Printer and outlets at the front side of the operating console (13) USB double socket 5V / 3.6A (USB-A and USB-C) (14) Outlet 24V/8A maximum (15) Outlet 12V/5A maximum (16) Printer (option) 5.6.1 Colour terminal R-Touch With R-Touch (1) different settings can be performed only by touching on the screen.

  • Page 77: R-Select

    Operating Components Operating console R-Concept 5.6.2 R-Select The R-Select (2) (BLUE operating panel colour) allows the driver to perform about 20 different functions without knowing the menu structure. Generally, there are two possi- bilities to operate the selection area of R-Select (2b). You can select the desired func- tions either by rotating the R-Select wheel (2a) or by touching the corresponding keys on the touch screen.
  • Page 78 Operating Components Operating console R-Concept The R-Select Quick Access Toolbar (2c) is located at the bottom left of the terminal. Here, you can set further functions with the R-Select. R-Select menu (2d): Pressing the key (5) opens the R-Select menu (2d) where you can select further func- tions.
  • Page 79 Operating Components Operating console R-Concept The following functions are included in R-Select menu: Service position defoliator Fold leaf sensor Defoliator flap up/down (only Leaf-spreader fold/unfold (not with RAS) with RIS + RES) Leaf-spreader rpm (not with RIS) Rpm depth-control shaft Fold/unfold elevator Fold bunker front wall Bend unload conveyor...

  • Page 80: R-Direct

    Operating Components Operating console R-Concept 5.6.3 R-Direct The R-Direct function area (5) (YELLOW operating panel colour) allows the driver to perform different settings, e.g. access to the main menu with submenus. The R-Touch accepts commands when you touch one of the R-Direct selecting fields (5) as well as when you turn or press wheel on the R-Direct (5a).

  • Page 81: Keypad I

    Operating Components Operating console R-Concept 5.6.4 Keypad I (10) Offset-steer stage to the left: (See Page 204) Key for gradually adjusting the offset-steer stage left. (11) Offset-steer stage to the right: (See Page 204) Key for gradually adjusting the offset-steer stage right. (12) Lifter side shift left: (See Page 282)
  • Page 82 Operating Components Operating console R-Concept 5.6.5 Keypad II (18) Changing direction of rotation of the smooth lifting roller: If the key’s LED lights, the lifting roller turns in the opposite direction to the neighbour- ing roller (See Page 280). (19) Light - working lights: (See Page 135) (20) Shift row distance 45-50:...

  • Page 83: Keypad Iii

    Operating Components Operating console R-Concept 5.6.6 Keypad III (26) STOP diesel engine: Key to stop the engine. (27) START diesel engine: Key to start the engine (must be hold for at least 3 sec.). (28) Additional chassis – coupling mode: (See Page 184) Required for coupling/uncoupling an additional chassis (option).

  • Page 84: Switches On Operating Console

    Operating Components Operating console R-Concept 5.6.7 Switches on operating console (34) Not used (35) Not used (36) Not used (37) Manual shift of rollers movement (38) Not used (39) Parking brake (hand brake) (40) Analogue rocker (not active, first press the combi-key (22) See Page 321): Automatic unfolding in the lifting position (toggle the analogue rocker out-...

  • Page 85: Main Steering Switch

    Operating Components Operating console R-Concept 5.6.8 Main steering switch (44) Main steering switch DANGER When the main steering switch is unlocked the driving speed of the machine is limited. – When driving on public roads and paths, the main steering switch must generally be locked.

  • Page 86: Joystick With Multi-Functional Handle

    Operating Components Operating console R-Concept 5.6.9 Joystick with multi-functional handle The joystick enables easy control of a multitude of functions of the machine with a single hand without distracting the attention of the operator. For better orientation, a transparent sticker is located on the side window of the driver's cabin containing the following schematic overview of all functions of the joystick with multifunctional handle.
  • Page 87 Operating Components Operating console R-Concept Joystick movements Press joystick for- = Increase speed of driving power/cruise con- ward trol. ONLY in operating mode "Field". Pull joystick back- = Reduce speed of the traction drive/cruise con- ward trol. ONLY in operating mode "Field" (See Page 176).

  • Page 88: Ignition Lock

    Operating Components Operating console R-Concept 5.6.10 Ignition lock The ignition lock has three switching positions: Position 0: Shut down engine/ignition off – the key may be removed Position I: Ignition on, the engine is ready for starting Position II: Start engine (not connected) For details (See Page 160).

  • Page 89: Left Colour Terminal

    A USB port is located on the bottom of the terminal (2). ADVICE Use only the USB stick supplied by ROPA or a similar stick formatted in FAT 32. ADVICE A key (3) to restart the terminal is located at the top rear of the terminal.

  • Page 90: Operating Panel Bunker Unloading

    Operating Components Operating panel bunker unloading Operating panel bunker unloading This control element, situated left on the driver's seat, is used to unload the bunker. (15) Mini joystick with multiple functions (See Page 91). (16) Key unload conveyor height 1, also to save this height (See Page 330).
  • Page 91 Operating Components Operating panel bunker unloading Mini joystick (15) to the left: Activation of the bunker unloading automatic mode (See Page 333). Mini joystick (15) to the right: Bunker unloading end (See Page 333). The automatic mode for bunker unloading is switched off. Mini joystick (15) forward: Lower unloading conveyor: The conveyor is lowered as long as the mini joystick is pressed forwards...

  • Page 92: Switches On Roof Console

    Operating Components Switches on roof console Switches on roof console (58) Radio with Bluetooth and USB (see separate operating manual) (59) Rotating switch to fold in/out the left rearview mirror (60) Switch for rotating beacons (61) Not used (62) Not used (63) Not used (64)
  • Page 93 Operating Components Switches on roof console ATTENTION The voltage transformer can become damaged if these USB ports are overloaded. (73) USB double socket 5V / 3.6A (USB-A and USB-C) (74) Internal lamps on driver's cabin ceiling LED (75) Switch for LED internal lamps on dirver's cabin ceiling (76) Not used (77)

  • Page 94: Air Conditioning

    Operating Components Air conditioning 5.10 Air conditioning Air vents in the roof console (view from below) Ventilation nozzles (suction from the driver's cabin) As example: air vents in the right A column of the driver’s cabin Air vents in the foot room at the front side of the driver’s seat Inside temperature 94 / 560...

  • Page 95: Switch Ground Operation Over Front Wheels

    Operating Components Switch ground operation over front wheels 5.11 Switch ground operation over front wheels 355604 Outside button right over the front wheel Outside button left over the front wheel Pressing this key (80) (Leaving Home) you activate the ladder lighting. ADVICE Even though the battery main switch in the roof console is off, 2 lights in the driver's cabin roof are switched on after pushing this key (it activates at the same time with...
  • Page 96 Operating Components Switch ground operation over front wheels When this key (83) is pressed, then the 2nd and 3rd strainer wheels rotate. In addition, the elevator and the auger run for as long as the key is pressed. When this key (84) is pressed, then the 1st, 2nd and 3rd strainer wheels rotate. In addition, the elevator and the auger run for as long as the key is pressed.

  • Page 97: Ground Operation Lifting Unit

    Operating Components Ground operation lifting unit 5.12 Ground operation lifting unit Ground operation lifting unit left Ground operation lifting unit right The following keys are ONLY active, when no one is sitting in the driver’s seat. Deadman switch Chain hoist right up (only with additional chassis option) Chain hoist right down (only with additional chassis option) Chain hoist left up (only with additional chassis option) Chain hoist left down (only with additional chassis option)

  • Page 98: Engine Housing

    Operating Components Engine housing 5.13 Engine housing Release lever side apron engine compartment CAUTION Falling hazard! Never enter the unfolded side aprons of the engine compartment. (90) Outlet 24V/8A maximum (91) Engine compartment lighting ON/OFF (94) Push switch for rear cover 98 / 560...
  • Page 99 Operating Components Engine housing View from bunker to the engine compartment (92) Engine compartment lighting ON/OFF (93) "External stop engine" key (without function) There are two keys (91) and (92) in the engine housing, which serve to switch on respectively off engine compartment light. ADVICE Even though the battery main switch in the roof console is off, the engine compartment light is switched on if this key (activates the battery cut-off relay at the same time) is...

  • Page 100: Battery Emergency Shutdown

    Operating Components Battery emergency shutdown 5.14 Battery emergency shutdown Power supply at the emergency switch turned on (See Page 353) ATTENTION Risk of machine damage. If this switch is tilted upward while the ignition is on, it can lead to data loss. It may also seriously damage the exhaust gas after-treatment system (SCR system) (only RP2Sd).

  • Page 101: Operation

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  • Page 102 Operation 102 / 560...
  • Page 103 Operation This chapter provides all information for operation of the machine. For most work in an agricultural area, the mode of working and the work results are under the influence of many individual and different factors. The scope of this operating manual would be exceeded if we have considered all conceivable situations (ground condition, sugar beet varieties, weather, individual growing conditions, etc.).

  • Page 104: First Startup

    Operation Safety regulations for operation of the machine First startup For safety reasons, check all oil levels, the coolant level, the current fuel and AdBlue level (RP2Sd only). Otherwise, all work and actions that must be performed for daily operation are also required for the first startup. All bolted connections must be checked for tightness after the first 10 operating hours and retightened in case of need.
  • Page 105 Operation Safety regulations for operation of the machine – Shut off the engine when refilling fuel. Smoking, fire and open flames are strictly prohibited when handling fuel. Explosion hazard! Do not use cell phones or radios while refuelling. – Always give a short signal with the horn before starting up the engine. This draws the attention of all people in the vicinity to the need of exiting the hazard zones.

  • Page 106: Working In The Vicinity Of Power Lines

    Operation Safety regulations for operation of the machine 6.2.1 Working in the vicinity of power lines DANGER Hazard to life due to electrical current! Due to the dimensions of the machine, the landscape and the construction of power lines, the prescribed safety distance may be violated when working in the vicinity of or under power lines.

  • Page 107: R-Concept

    Operation R-Concept R-Concept The R-Touch is the information and command centre of the machine. This is where you monitor the overall machine, obtain information about operating status and perfor- mance data and make settings for parts of the machine. Before operating, you should indispensably familiarize yourself with the R-Touch and the different warning and status indicators to be able to use the machine safely and effectively.

  • Page 108: Display Areas On The R-Touch

    Operation R-Concept 6.3.1.1 Display areas on the R-Touch [A] Display area for warning indicators and hints (See Page 139) ADVICE When a warning indicator activates the warning buzzer, you can suppress the sound- ing of the buzzer for a short period clicking on the display area A or pressing the key [B] Display area lifter/defoliator Defoliator depth left Defoliator depth right...
  • Page 109 Operation R-Concept [C] Display area cleaning path Rpm infeed conveyor Rpm setting for strainer wheel 1 Rpm setting for strainer wheel 2 Rpm setting for strainer wheel 3 Height guide grids str. wheel 1 Height guide grids str. wheel 2 Height guide grids str.
  • Page 110 Operation R-Concept [I] Fold out fast access window Touch the display area [A] with the finger and swipe from top to bottom. Identical func- tion also by pressing the OPT key. The fast access window opens. To close the fast access window touch it and swipe from bottom to top. The following functions can be selected in the fast access window: Expert mode ON/OFF Cleaning mode...
  • Page 111 Operation R-Concept (1) Display field: Steering See Page 196 (2) Display field: Chassis See Page 217 (3) Display field: Quick overview order data See Page 126 ACTUAL ORDER 1.53 km/h 0.00 ha/h 0 m/ha empty 0.00 l/h 0.00 l/ha totally 0.00 l/ha 0.00 l/ha lifting 4,500 m...
  • Page 112 Operation R-Concept (4) Display field: Operating parameters Voltage vehicle power supply Hydraulic oil level Hydraulic oil temperature Coolant temperature in the engine coolant circuit Engine oil temperature (above 55°C is hidden) Compressed air system reservoir pressure Pressure traction drive – Arrow counterclockwise: higher pressure forward –...

  • Page 113: Functional Area R-Direct

    Operation R-Concept 6.3.2 Functional area R-Direct R-Direct operating panel The R-Direct (5) (YELLOW colour of operating panel) allows the driver to access the main menu, order management, climate control and lighting control. Press the HOME key (8) to return to the main screen. 6.3.2.1 HOME key The key HOME (8) is always available on the R-Touch as well as on the R-Direct oper-...

  • Page 114: Main Menu

    Operation R-Concept 6.3.2.2 Main menu All submenus of the main menu can be selected with the help of R-Touch or R-Direct rotary wheel (5a). Main menu Main settings Autopilot Special functions System Operating data Service ADVICE The key RETURN (6) is always available in the menu area as well as on the R-Direct operating panel.

  • Page 115: Main Settings Menu

    Operation R-Concept 6.3.2.2.1 Main settings menu Main menu Main settings Autopilot Special functions System Operating data Main settings Service Attachment (lifter/defoliator) Bunker Others Function keys Attachment submenu Attachment (lifter/defoliator) Additional topper lifting Middle R-Trim R-Contour Depth guide stage Row distance 45 cm Lifter side shift Auto...
  • Page 116 Operation R-Concept Bunker submenu Bunker Bunker auger delay Unload conveyor stopping time Engine speed unloading in pile Engine speed unload. during lifting 1,200 Leaf-spreader speed during truck loading Time bunker auger (sec) See Page 317 Unload conveyor stopping time (sec) See Page 334 Engine speed unloading in pile See Page 335...
  • Page 117 Operation R-Concept Others submenu Others Minimum lifting speed 1100 1500 Maximum lifting speed Automatic shutdown mode Traction drive mode Standard Wiper interval Fuel reserve warning AdBlue reserve warning Inclination centrifugal force compensation Minimum lifting speed See Page 162 Maximum lifting speed See Page 162 Automatic shutdown mode See Page 152...

  • Page 118: Autopilot Menu

    Operation R-Concept 6.3.2.2.2 Autopilot menu Main menu Main settings Autopilot Special functions System Operating data Autopilot Service Stage front axle Stage rear axle Curve mode up to target offset-steer Share body steering Standard For detailed information See Page 215 6.3.2.2.3 Special functions Main menu Main settings...

  • Page 119: System Menu

    Operation R-Concept 6.3.2.2.4 System menu Main menu Main settings Autopilot Special functions System Operating data System Service Terminal settings Date-time Printer headline Wi-Fi Units Licenses 119 / 560...
  • Page 120 Operation R-Concept Terminal settings submenu Terminal settings Brightness Volume level errors Volume level system Expert mode Standard Language Key tone In the line "Brightness" you can set the brightness of the screen. In the line "Volume level errors" you can set the volume level of the warning and advi- sory tones.
  • Page 121 Wi-Fi1 name Wi-Fi1 password In the "Wi-Fi" menu you can enter the Wi-Fi name and password to connect the ROPA terminal to an external device. You may need it, for example, to connect to a tablet with the Farmpilot app.

  • Page 122: Menu Operating Data

    Operation R-Concept Units submenu Units Distance METRIC Area METRIC Volume METRIC Temperature METRIC Pressure METRIC Speed METRIC Weight METRIC In the Units menu you can select various bases of calculation for the physical parame- ters of distance, volume, temperature, pressure, speed and weight. Please be careful; if you set, for example, the driving speed at mph instead of km/h, the values on the dri- ving speed display will be completely incomprehensible.
  • Page 123 Operation R-Concept Submenu Season statistics Season statistics Total Harvested area Engine operating hours Time w. lifter on Harvested distance Field Time field Distance field Consumption field Consumption/time Consumption/area Road Time road Distance road Consumption road Consumption/time Consumption/distance Delete season data The „Season statistics“...

  • Page 124: Menu Service

    Operation R-Concept 6.3.2.2.6 Menu Service Main menu Service Main settings Version Autopilot Diagnosis Special functions Tuning System Teach in Operating data Master data Service Hardware exchange Software update Data service Error memory Submenu Version For the operator, only the submenus "Version" and "Diagnostics" (see chapter "Mal- function and Remedies", 467) are of importance in the service menu.

  • Page 125: Order Management

    R-Touch and cannot be restored if the R-Touch is defective. No backup is possible. With the system "R-Transfer Basic" (optional) the order database can be exported on a USB stick or via WiFi on a smartphone with ROPA app. It makes comfortable orders evaluation possible.

  • Page 126: Order Data Quick Overview

    Operation R-Concept 6.3.2.3.1 Order data quick overview The display field "Order data quick overview" (1) shows the relevant data of the lifting performance from the end of the last order (See Page 111). ACTUAL ORDER 1.53 km/h 0.00 ha/h 0 m/ha empty 0.00 l/h 0.00 l/ha totally 0.00 l/ha...

  • Page 127: Number Of Rows Setting

    Operation R-Concept 6.3.2.3.2 Number of rows setting The number of rows may only be set on the machines, for which this function has been released. When the lifting unit has been lowered, the number of rows can be changed in the order data quick overview exclusively by clicking on the field (13). It opens the window in which the number of rows can be adjusted.

  • Page 128: Finish Order

    The order management described here is a standard equipment. In case you do not want to enter the data (1-3) when completing the order, so you can deactivate this function by ROPA service team. Deactivation is not possible if the machine is equipped with R-Transfer.

  • Page 129: Finish Order At Standard Equipment And R-Transfer Basic

    Operation R-Concept 6.3.2.3.3.1 Finish order at standard equipment and R-Transfer Basic CUSTOMER Customers NEW CUSTOMER Customer Customer no.: First name: Last name: Street: Postal code: Location: Tel.: Mobile phone: Email: New customer Customer no.: First name: Last name: The following describes how to enter the customer name, field name and driver name with standard equipment or R-Transfer Basic.

  • Page 130: Data Export

    Operation R-Concept 6.3.2.3.4 Data export ORDER 1 CUSTOMER START STOP 0.0000 ha Company Ropa Fahrzeug und Maschinenbau GmbH 0.0 km/h 0.000 ha/h FIELD 0 m lifting Distance 0.000 km 0.000 km Sample field 0.000 ha Time 00:00 h 00:00 h...

  • Page 131: Data Import R-Transfer Professional

    After clicking on the field "Import" (9) the selected files will be imported. Upon completion of the data import, you will see the message "Data successfully imported". The actual sample files for data import are available in the Media Centre at our home page: www.ropa-maschinenbau.de. 131 / 560...

  • Page 132: Evaluating Orders

    Operation R-Concept 6.3.2.3.6 Evaluating orders ORDER 1 CUSTOMER START STOP 0.0000 ha Company Ropa Fahrzeug und Maschinenbau GmbH 0.0 km/h 0.000 ha/h FIELD 0 m lifting Distance 0.000 km 0.000 km Sample field 0.000 ha Time 00:00 h 00:00 h...

  • Page 133: Air Conditioning

    Operation R-Concept 6.3.2.4 Air conditioning The Air conditioning system always ensures optimum climate conditions in the driver‘s cabin. The setting range is between 16 and 30°C. Air conditioning system Auto In the air conditioning menu, the set temperature (1) and the fan speed (2) can be set by swiping left and right on the colour terminal.
  • Page 134 Operation R-Concept Vents in the footwell Ventilation nozzles on the rear panel To reach the desired cabin temperature as quickly as possible, open the ventilation nozzles (2) on the rear panel at the right. Make sure that the temperature sensor (5) on the rear panel of the cabin is always uncovered and is never covered with clothing or other items, otherwise the air condi- tioning system will not operate properly.

  • Page 135: Light Control

    Operation R-Concept 6.3.2.5 Light control The lighting in the machine is controlled at the R-Touch. The light control menu appears when the key (19) on keypad II is pressed for two seconds. Briefly pressing this key switches the light on or off with the last selected setting. Light control Individual Switch light on/off...

  • Page 136: Configuration Of Light Programs

    Operation R-Concept (19) Light program 3 6.3.2.5.1 Configuration of light programs The light programs 1-3 can be individually assigned according to your wish. To do this, switch on the lights you want to add to a program. Press and hold one of the program keys to save the active lights in a program.

  • Page 137: Individual Headlight

    600 mm (ROPA item no. 330044900), 3,200 mm (ROPA item no. 330022500) and 5,000 mm (ROPA item no. 330027100). You can connect up to two work lights to one plug using an Y-connector (4) (ROPA item no. 322050800).

  • Page 138: Readjusting Warning Thresholds

    Operation R-Concept 6.3.3 Readjusting warning thresholds The warning thresholds for the infeed conveyor drive, strainer wheel drives and eleva- tor drive may be adjusted on the R-Touch. Warning threshold infeed conveyor drive Warning threshold 1st strainer wheel drive Warning threshold 2nd strainer wheel drive Warning threshold 3rd strainer wheel drive Warning threshold elevator drive Press one of the warning thresholds (1-5) to open the menu in which you can adjust...

  • Page 139: Warning And Status Indications On The R-Touch

    Operation R-Concept 6.3.4 Warning and status indications on the R-Touch Orange warning indicators that lead to engine stop Engine oil pressure too low Hydraulic fluid too hot Serious engine problems, immedi- Lubrication pump distributor gear ately switch off engine failed Coolant level too low Hydraulic oil level too low Coolant temperature too high...
  • Page 140 Operation R-Concept Orange warning indicators Security code active Engine oil level too low Coolant temperature too high Brake-air pressure brake reservoir too low Stop! Insufficient supply pressure Battery voltage too low or too high (under 24V or over 32V) Automated engine STOP active Release pressure parking brake too low WARNING! Injury hazard...
  • Page 141 Operation R-Concept Yellow warning indicators Front lifting rollers overloaded Front lifting rollers blocked Last lifting roller overloaded Last lifting roller blocked Depth-control shaft overloaded Depth-control shaft blocked Paddle overloaded Paddle blocked Elevator drive overloaded Elevator blocked Infeed conveyor drive overloaded Infeed conveyor blocked Strainer wheels drive overloaded Battery is not charged...
  • Page 142 Operation R-Concept Yellow hints on operation Please close engine housing door Please occupy driver‘s seat left Please close rear cover Please leave driver‘s seat Please close bunker door Please put unload conveyor in transport position Please close protective cover lon- Please put unloading conveyor in gitudinal conveyors drive lifting position...
  • Page 143 Operation R-Concept Please fold down bunker bar Raise bunker auger front Lower bunker auger rear Raise bunker auger front and rear Lower bunker auger front Lower bunker auger front and rear Differential lock engaged Elevator not raised Operating temperature not Please switch analogue-rocker to reached neutral position...
  • Page 144 Operation R-Concept Status indications Operating mode Field active Operating mode Road active Differential lock switched on Differential lock switched off Differential lock selected, lock not Depth guide active, hectare yet engaged counter runs Three-point up, reversing lock Off Three-point down, reversing lock Three-point suspension transport Lower three-point suspension height...

  • Page 145: Left Colour Terminal

    Operation Left colour terminal Left colour terminal ADVICE Unlike the right terminal, the left terminal cannot be operated with R-Direct or R- Select. The left terminal can only be operated by touching. 145 / 560...
  • Page 146 Operation Left colour terminal [A] Display area for bunker unloading, harvested area in the current order, tank level and position of rear axle steering Display of the bunker unloading set speed: Here you can see the set speed of the bunker unloading in %. Unloading conveyor height Display of bunker unloading active stage Harvested area in the current order...
  • Page 147 Operation Left colour terminal [B] Individual display areas Adjust display areas at the top and bottom Swipe sideways on the display field to change it. Already selected in the other display area field is not available for switching. You can see the same display fields as in the right color terminal (See Page 110): "Steering", "Chassis", "Order data quick overview", "Operating parameters"...
  • Page 148 Operation Left colour terminal [C] Fold out fast access window Touch the display area [A] with the finger and swipe from top to bottom. Thus you open the fast access window. To close the fast access window touch it and swipe from bottom to top. The following functions can be selected in the fast access window: Expert mode ON/OFF Automatic camera control ON/OFF...

  • Page 149: Joystick

    Operation Joystick Joystick The joystick is the most important operating component of the machine. Here the con- trol of the machine essential functions is ergonomically combined in one operating component. Joystick front side Joystick rear side Press joystick forward: ONLY applies in the operating mode "Field": The set speed of cruise control is increased.
  • Page 150 Operation Joystick Press joystick to the left: If the main steering switch is unlocked, the rear axle steers to the left. Press joystick to the right: If the main steering switch is unlocked, the rear axle steers to the right. (1) Mini joystick (1) forward/backward (lower/raise three-point suspension, only with engine running) FORWARD:...
  • Page 151 Operation Joystick Automated machine drive shutdown and raising If the lifting unit is raised with the machine driving, then single tip on the function "Raise three-point suspension" is sufficient, the three-point suspension is raised auto- matically to the stop and the machine drive is simultaneously switched off. The follow- ing icon appears on the R-Touch.
  • Page 152 Operation Joystick Machine drive partial shutdown Select the option "Partial shutdown" in the menu "Main settings", submenu "Others", line "Automatic shutdown mode". If the lifter is raised with machine driving, the machine drive does not switch com- pletely off. Infeed conveyor, strainer wheels as well as elevator continue running with reduced speed.
  • Page 153 Operation Joystick (2) Key for activation of U-turn steer/steering without offset U-turn steer/steering without offset (only in operating modes "Field" and "Road"). The driving speed must be over 0.5 km/h! U-turn steer For this purpose, shortly tip on key (2). The articulated joint bends matching the front wheels and follows all the steering movements of the front axle.
  • Page 154 Operation Joystick (6) Key machine drive ON/OFF Pressing this key you switch the drive of defoliator, lifter, infeed conveyor, strainer wheel, elevator and bunker auger on. This icon appears on R-Touch. If the key is pressed again, then the drive is turned off again. The machine drive may only be switched on if the following conditions are fulfilled: operating mode "Field"...
  • Page 155 Operation Joystick The assignment of the function keys can be changed in the menu "Basic settings", submenu "Function keys". Function keys Function key 4 R-Trim Function key 5 R-Contour Function key 7 Defoliator quick lift Function key 8 Curve mode Function key 9 Window wipers Function keys 7+11...
  • Page 156 Operation Joystick (12) Set share depth flatter (13) Set share depth flatter (See Page 259) (14) Rotary wheel rear axle steering The rear axle is steered to the left/right by turning the rotary wheel for the rear axle steering (14) to the left/right (only possible in the offset-steer mode). 156 / 560...

  • Page 157: Diesel Engine

    Operation Diesel engine Diesel engine A summary of the maintenance work required on the engine can be found in Chapter 7 and in the original operating manual and original maintenance documentation from Volvo. Notes about measures, that should be taken if any malfunctions occur, can be found in Chapter 8 "Malfunction and Remedies"...
  • Page 158 Operation Diesel engine Coolant level too low. Shut off engine and immediately refill coolant. (See Page 379) Serious engine problems! Turn off the engine IMMEDIATELY and call customer ser- vice. Error in engine control. Air filter dirty! Immediately perform maintenance on the air filter! Fuel prefilter insert at the electric pump is dirty! Exchange the filter, because soon loss of engine power is to be expected.
  • Page 159 Operation Diesel engine Others Minimum lifting speed 1100 Maximum lifting speed 1500 Automatic shutdown mode Traction drive mode Standard Wiper interval Fuel reserve warning AdBlue reserve warning Inclination centrifugal force compensation You can set the warning threshold for the fuel reserve in the menu "Main settings", submenu "Others", line "Fuel reserve warning".

  • Page 160: Start/Shut Down Diesel Engine

    Operation Diesel engine 6.6.1 Start/shut down diesel engine If the drive pedal is not in resting position during starting, then for safety reasons, trac- tion drive is blocked. The block remains for so long until the drive pedal is completely released and pressed again.
  • Page 161 Operation Diesel engine If the engine cannot be started due to a starting block, then the R-Touch displays the following warning icon: This warning icon and one of the following alternately flash on the R-Touch: Please close engine housing Please close engine housing door left door right Please close rear cover...

  • Page 162: Engine Speed Adjustment

    Operation Diesel engine 6.6.2 Engine speed adjustment Operating mode "Field", machine is not running Adjustment of the engine rotational speed is performed using the drive pedal. When the vehicle stands still, engine rotational speed may be manually adjusted using the key Engine speed + (41) or the key Engine speed - (42).
  • Page 163 Operation Diesel engine Operating mode "Field", machine is running After switching on the machine drive, the speed of the diesel engine is automatically set to the value preset in the menu "Main settings", submenu "Others", line "Minimum lifting speed". This activates automotive lifting. Others Minimum lifting speed 1100...

  • Page 164: Power Reduction Scr System (Only At Rp2Sd)

    Operation Diesel engine 6.6.3 Power reduction SCR system (only at RP2Sd) The diesel engine of the vehicle is supplied with the certification Category V / Tier 4 final. There are 3 types of targeted power reductions regarding the SCR system: –...

  • Page 165: Power Reduction Adblue Filling Level

    Operation Diesel engine 6.6.3.1 Power reduction AdBlue filling level 1 When the AdBlue® level falls to 15%, the DEF control light shows YELLOW. 2 When the AdBlue® drops to approximately 6%, the DEF control light turns RED. The engine torque is reduced to 75%. The ramping down takes approximately 1 minute.

  • Page 166: Power Reduction Adblue Quality And System Error

    Operation Diesel engine 6.6.3.2 Power reduction AdBlue quality and system error 1 A fault is detected, the DEF control light shows YELLOW. 2 If the fault is not corrected within 3.5 hours, the DEF control light glows RED. The engine torque is reduced to 75%. The ramping down takes approximately 1 minute.

  • Page 167: Modifications And Additions To The Engine Operating Manual From Volvo

    The "Warning lamp electronics" and the "Stop lamps" mentioned in the Volvo oper- ating manual are replaced by warning indications on the R-Touch for the ROPA machines. But the meaning for these indications is identical to the lamps described in the Volvo operating manual.

  • Page 168: Operating Mode "Field" And "Road

    Operation Operating mode "Field" and "Road" Operating mode "Field" and "Road" The icon ("Field"/"Road") of the currently active operating mode is displayed on the R- Touch. This machine can be operated in the following modes: Operating mode "Field": Max. 16 km/h Operating mode "Road"...

  • Page 169: Switching Gears

    Operation Operating mode "Field" and "Road" 6.7.1 Switching gears The operating modes „Field“ or „Road“, as well as all-wheel drive are switched using the gear box. The icon ("Field"/"Road") of the currently active operating mode is dis- played on the R-Touch. Switching process „Road“/„Field“: –...

  • Page 170: Differential Lock

    Operation Operating mode "Field" and "Road" 6.7.3 Differential lock Switching the differential lock on respectively off always has a simultaneous effect on all axles. The differential lock may not be switched separately for an individual axle. ATTENTION Hazard of severe damage to the axles. If you do not observe this note, then the claw clutches of the differential locks may be destroyed.

  • Page 171: Driving

    Operation Driving Driving Electronic control relieves the driver and lightens the load on the environment by auto- motive driving. Automotive driving means that the driving speed is preselected by the pressure on the gas pedal. The electronics controls the hydrostatic drive and the diesel engine so that the preselected speed is always driven at the lowest possible engine rotational speed, independent on the fact whether you are driving uphill or downhill.
  • Page 172 Operation Driving Hydrostatic drives are deemed very safe. The following measure additionally increases this safety, if there should be any operating faults of the drive. If, when releasing the driving pedal, the machine should neither reduce driving speed nor stand still, then a safety circuit is activated by engaging the parking brake (39). This safety circuit bypasses the standard control behaviour of the hydraulic system and opens a safety valve that quickly shuts off the traction drive.
  • Page 173 Operation Driving If it is not possible to move the vehicle, then the cause for this is shown on the R- Touch: Please release parking brake. Please release brake pedal. Error of the drive pedal sensors! Brake-air of pressure brake reservoir too low! Call customer service Release pressure parking brake too low! Supply pressure in hydrostatic drive is very low...

  • Page 174: Speed Limiting - Diesel Engine Too Cold

    Operation Driving 6.8.1 Speed limiting - diesel engine too cold At engine oil temperatures below 55 °C the engine brake (See Page 194) cannot be actuated, the driving speed is limited to approx. 20 km/h. Once the preset from the drive pedal driving speed exceeds 20 km/h, a note appears on the R-Touch The current engine oil temperature (1) appears up to 55°C in the display field operat- ing parameters.

  • Page 175: Traction Drive Mode

    Operation Driving 6.8.3 Traction drive mode The response of the drive pedal can be set separately in the menu "Main settings", submenu "Others", line "Traction drive mode". • The option "Comfort" stands for a more comfortable response of the drive pedal. •...

  • Page 176: Cruise Control

    Operation Driving 6.8.4 Cruise control In order to relieve the driver, the vehicle is equipped with a cruise control. Therefore, the driving speed may be preselected either by pressing the drive pedal or by switch- ing on cruise control. 6.8.4.1 Switching on cruise control in the operating mode "Road"...

  • Page 177: Switching Off Cruise Control In The Operating Mode "Road

    Operation Driving 6.8.4.2 Switching off cruise control in the operating mode "Road" Before switching off cruise control, you should always press down the drive pedal so far until you are assuming the speed driven by cruise control. Thus, you prevent sud- den braking effect of the machine after switching off cruise control.

  • Page 178: Switching On Cruise Control In The Operating Mode "Field

    Operation Driving 6.8.4.4 Switching on cruise control in the operating mode "Field" Cruise control may only be switched on in operating mode "Field", if the following con- ditions are met: Operating mode "Field" switched on (displayed on the R-Touch) Lifting unit lowered and depth control active Driving speed at least 0.5 km/h Driver's seat is occupied When the cruise control is switched on, it assumes the speed preset on the R-Touch...

  • Page 179: Change Set Speed Of Cruise Control (Operating Mode "Field")

    Driving 6.8.4.5 Change set speed of cruise control (operating mode "Field") ROPA provides two different strategies for setting the desired speed of cruise control. 1st strategy Adjusting the desired speed in steps of 0.2 km/h each. For this purpose: – Very shortly push the joystick forward to the stop and immediately release it. In each case, the desired speed is increased by 0.2 km/h.

  • Page 180: Quick Description: Cruise Control In The Operating Mode "Field

    Operation Driving 6.8.4.7 Quick description: cruise control in the operating mode "Field" Start engine. ↓ Select the operating mode "Field" ↓ Switch on machine drive. ↓ Lower the three-point suspension. ↓ Drive at least 0.5 km/h. ↓ Switch on cruise control: Press briefly the key (10) on the joystick ↓...

  • Page 181: Road Traffic

    ADVICE ROPA expressly wants to point out that the driver and owner of the machine are always alone responsible for compliance with the respective regulations and condi- tions of the competent road traffic authorities.
  • Page 182 Operation Road traffic – the depth-control wheels must be swung in and locked (does not apply to R*SO and R*SU). – The red/white warning signs (as shown in the illustration) must be attached and secured using split pins. In addition, all red/white warning plates and warning stripes must always be kept in clean and perfect condition.
  • Page 183 The vehicle owner must keep these acknowledgements for at least one year. A form for these instructions is included in Chapter 9 (See Page 547). ROPA rec- ommends copying this form before completing it. As already mentioned, the regionally competent road traffic authorities may estab- lish additional conditions or conditions deviating from the regulations listed.

  • Page 184: Additional Chassis (Option)

    Operation Road traffic 6.9.2 Additional chassis (option) In order not to exceed the prescribed axle load on the public roads, e.g. in Federal Republic of Germany, in certain states the machine has to be equipped with the addi- tional chassis. 6.9.2.1 Additional chassis coupling To couple the additional chassis, please proceed as follows:...

  • Page 185: Actuate Chain Hoists In Coupling Mode

    Operation Road traffic 6.9.2.1.1 Actuate chain hoists in coupling mode – Raise the three-point suspension to the stop. – You can activate the coupling mode by pressing the key on the keypad III in the "Chain hoists coupling mode". The coupling mode icon is shown on the R-Touch.
  • Page 186 Operation Road traffic In "Chain hoists coupling mode" the chain hoists can be actuated separately on the right and left with the mini-joystick (1). Lower chain hoists Only left chain Only right chain hoist activated hoist activated Raise chain hoists –...
  • Page 187 Operation Road traffic – Move the lifting unit centrally over the additional chassis. The two chain hoists can be lowered with the mini-joystick (1) for a better view. – Set parking brake. Leave diesel engine running. – Exit the machine. If the chain hoists are not yet lowered or not lowered far enough, they can be lowered with the ground control left or right on the lifting unit.
  • Page 188 Operation Road traffic – Press and hold the deadman switch (12). Lift the additional chassis with the keys (2) and (4). – Lift the additional chassis until the safety hooks (6) and (7) lock, as shown in the pictures. – Lock them by lowering the unlocking step (10). 188 / 560...
  • Page 189 Operation Road traffic – Fasten the wire rope (13) to the pin (14) and lock it with the tab (15). – Press the key . The coupling mode is terminated, the icon and the LED in the key disappear. – Close the "Chain hoists coupling mode" selection window on the R-Touch. 189 / 560...

  • Page 190: Road Drive With The Additional Chassis

    Operation Road traffic 6.9.2.2 Road drive with the additional chassis In order to comply with the prescribed axle loads on public roads, the three-point sus- pension must be set to the "three-point suspension transport height" mode. In the "Three-point suspension transport height" mode part of the defoliator-lifting unit weight is distributed to the additional chassis.

  • Page 191: Additional Chassis Uncoupling

    Operation Road traffic 6.9.2.3 Additional chassis uncoupling To uncouple the additional chassis, proceed as follows: – Uncouple the additional chassis on a flat level surface where possible. – Switch into the "Field" operating mode. – Raise the three-point suspension with the additional chassis to the stop. –...
  • Page 192 Operation Road traffic – Climb onto the unlocking step (10), pull up the unlocking hook (14) and hold the two safety hooks (6), (7) in the open position. – Press and hold the deadman switch (12). Lower the additional chassis with the keys (3) and (5) until both chain hoists are not under tension.
  • Page 193 Operation Road traffic – Reverse carefully away from the uncoupled additional chassis. – Touch the "Field mode" display field (15). The machine moves the scalper bracing tube, the depth-control shaft and the share body to the last set position. Coupling mode –...

  • Page 194: Braking System

    Operation Braking system 6.10 Braking system The braking system of the machine is executed as a hydraulically activated wet full disk braking system. For safety reasons, the braking system consists of two indepen- dent brake circuits: The operating brake activated by the brake pedal on the driver's cabin floor. The parking brake, which is activated by the toggle switch.

  • Page 195: Parking Brake

    Operation Braking system 6.10.3 Parking brake Operating of the parking brake is performed using the toggle switch on the console. The parking brake has effect on the front and rear wheels. Even when the ignition is switched off and the hydraulic system is pressureless, the parking brake is auto- matically engaged and in effect.

  • Page 196: Steering

    Operation Steering 6.11 Steering Display field: Steering Display: Steering rear wheels with joystick Active steering Position indication articulation Indication of the preselected offset-steer and direction Position indication rear axle steering (See Page 146) Overview of steering variants in the operating mode "Road" Display in case of successful Display in case of required synchronization...
  • Page 197 Operation Steering Overview of steering variants in the operating mode "Field" Display with active U-turn steer Display by steering without offset Page 205 Page 206 Display of active offset-steer left Display of active offset-steer right Activating offset-steer See Page 205 Display of active lifting through steer Display of active crab steer Page 202...

  • Page 198: Steering In Operating Mode "Road

    Operation Steering 6.11.1 Steering in operating mode "Road" In the operating mode "Road", the rear wheels may be steered by moving the joystick back and forth, if the main steering switch (44) is unlocked. When driving on public roads and paths, the main steering switch must generally be locked. It may ONLY be unlocked for driving through narrow curves and at low speed (below 12 km/h).

  • Page 199: Synchronise Articulation Steering

    Operation Steering 6.11.1.3 Synchronise articulation steering – Select operating mode "Road" – Synchronize articulation steering, to do it: – Lock the main steering switch (44) – The synchronization mode is active – The articulation and the front axle are synchronised automatically Display in case of required synchronization ADVICE Once the main steering switch is locked, the rear wheels are immediately and auto-...

  • Page 200: U-Turn Steer In The Operating Mode "Road

    Operation Steering 6.11.1.4 U-turn steer in the operating mode "Road" For safety reasons, this function may and can be used only at a reduced speed. In practice, this function is used for passing narrow turns. Once the steering variant U-turn is enabled, the articulated joint bends always match- ing the front wheels.

  • Page 201: Quick Description: Steering In Operating Mode "Road

    Operation Steering 6.11.1.5 Quick description: steering in operating mode "Road" Start engine. ↓ Select the operat- ing mode "Road" ↓ Unlock the main steering switch (44). When the main steering switch is unlocked the driving speed of the machine is limited. ↓...

  • Page 202: Steering In The Operating Mode "Field

    Operation Steering 6.11.2 Steering in the operating mode "Field" In the operating mode "Field" the machine has five different steering variants, namely: Offset-steer left or right Lifting through steer U-turn steer Steering w/o offset Crab steering For offset-steer 0-1-2, differentiation is made by different offset-steer stages: Offset-steer 0 left no articulation Offset-steer 1 left...

  • Page 203: Preselecting Offset-Steer Direction Left/Right

    Operation Steering 6.11.2.2 Preselecting offset-steer direction left/right The direction of offset-steer left or right is preselected using the mini joystick (1). For this purpose, move mini joystick (1) left/right and hold it for about 1 sec. (preselect off- set-steer left/right). Slide mini joystick (1) to the left and hold it for about 1 sec.

  • Page 204: Preselect Offset-Steer Stage

    Operation Steering 6.11.2.3 Preselect offset-steer stage Set the stage of offset-steer on keypad I using the keys Offset-steer left/Offset-steer right. To the left: offset-steer left The articulation joint articulates into the position preselected on the keypad I using the To the right: offset-steer right The articulation joint articulates into the position preselected on the keypad I using the Side shift of the lifter is performed automatically according to pre-selection of the off- set-steer.

  • Page 205: Activating Offset-Steer

    Operation Steering 6.11.2.4 Activating offset-steer The preselected offset-steer is activated by briefly pressing the key (3) on the joystick. Conditions for it: Operating mode "Field" switched on and unload conveyor in lifting position. Main steering switch unlocked. The speed of the machine is at least 0.5 km/h. Only after activation the articulation joint moves into the preselected position.

  • Page 206: Steering W/O Offset

    Operation Steering 6.11.2.6 Steering w/o offset The conditions already mentioned for activation of offset-steer apply here. When the steering variant "Steering w/o offset" is activated (press key (2) on the joystick for 1 second), then the articulation joint is automatically moved to 0° position and remains in this position.

  • Page 207: Steering Rear Wheels With Joystick

    Operation Steering 6.11.2.8 Steering rear wheels with joystick After activation of offset-steer, U-turn, steering without offset or crab steering, the selected steering mode is usually displayed in the steering indication field. If the autopilot is on, the icon appears, informing you that the rear wheels are auto- matically steered by the autopilot.

  • Page 208: Quick Description: Steering Modes In The Operating Mode "Field

    Operation Steering 6.11.2.9 Quick description: steering modes in the operating mode "Field" Start engine. ↓ Unlock the main steering switch. ↓ Switch to the operating mode "Field" ↓ Drive at least 0.5 km/h. * ↓ ↓ ↓ Unload elevator swung out: ↓...

  • Page 209: Automatic Steering (Autopilot)

    Operation Steering 6.11.3 Automatic steering (Autopilot) During lifting, the front and rear wheels may be steered fully automated using the row sensors and share bodies. This steering variant enables relaxed and precise lifting. But, if extremely deep tracks, extreme weed quantities, roughness of the ground, etc. occur, then the rear axle autopilot can not be used in such circumstances.

  • Page 210: Activating Autopilot Front Axle Steering

    Operation Steering 6.11.3.1 Activating autopilot front axle steering The autopilot automatically steers the front axle. It is controlled via the combination of the leaf sensor + share body. ADVICE Automatic front axle steering can be switched on by shortly pressing the footswitch "Autopilot"...

  • Page 211: Quick Description: Activating Only Front Axle Autopilot

    Operation Steering 6.11.3.2 Quick description: activating only front axle autopilot Select the operating mode "Field". ↓ Unlock the main steering switch. ↓ Switch on machine. ↓ Lower the three-point suspension. ↓ Drive at least 1 km/h. ↓ Press the foot switch for autopilot once or the key (3) on the joystick.

  • Page 212: Activating Rear Wheels Autopilot

    Operation Steering 6.11.3.3 Activating rear wheels autopilot The automatic rear axle steering is activated automatically. The rear axle autopilot is automatically activated in the moment, in which, after activa- tion of the front axle autopilot, the rear axle has reached its final offset-steer position. Autopilot of only front axle active Autopilot active for front and rear axles The rear axle autopilot can be switched off as follows:...

  • Page 213: Quick Description: Automatic Activation Of Rear Wheels Autopilot

    Operation Steering 6.11.3.4 Quick description: automatic activation of rear wheels autopilot Select the operating mode "Field" ↓ Unlock main steering switch. ↓ Switch on machine. ↓ Lower the three-point suspension. ↓ Drive at least 1 km/h. ↓ Preselect offset-steer. ↓ Press the foot switch autopilot once or key (3) on the joystick (the icon appears on...

  • Page 214: Autopilot With Chicory Equipment

    Operation Steering 6.11.3.5 Autopilot with chicory equipment With the chicory equipment, the "Autopilot" menu also contains the line "Share body steering". As standard, the autopilot uses a combination of the leaf sensor and share bodies to steer a machine. This autopilot control corresponds to the option "Standard" in the line "Share body steering".

  • Page 215: Setting Steering Behaviour

    Operation Steering 6.11.4 Setting steering behaviour The reaction time, and therefore the steering behaviour of the machine, for front axle and rear axle autopilot can be adjusted on the R-Touch in the menu "Autopilot", in the lines "Stage front axle" and "Stage rear axle" in 5 stages, optimally for the respective situation (value on the R-Touch from 1 to 5).

  • Page 216: R-Balance" Chassis

    Operation "R-Balance" chassis 6.12 "R-Balance" chassis Roll stabilization system Compared to the previous chassis used in 2-axle beet harvesters the Panther's sway has been reduced by 50 percent. The reason is the hydraulic connection of stabilisa- tion cylinders at the front and rear axles on one side, so that the ground unevenness at the wheel in level difference affects the frame only to 50 per cent - roll stabilisation of the chassis.

  • Page 217: Chassis Display Field On R-Touch

    Operation "R-Balance" chassis 6.12.1 Chassis display field on R-Touch Indicator machine longitudinal axle inclination Indicator machine transverse axle inclination Indicator swing position front axle Display of swing position rear axle Status indicator, inclination system Possible status indications: The incline system is turned off, the machine does not incline actively according to the ground profile.

  • Page 218: Chassis Activation

    Operation "R-Balance" chassis 6.12.2 Chassis activation After starting the machine, the inclination system and height regulation of the chassis are off. The LED in the key flashes. The status indicator "Inclination system is off" appears: after the engine start if the automatic inclination system is switched off In order to activate chassis by automatic inclination system (optional): –...
  • Page 219 Operation "R-Balance" chassis ADVICE The machine can be aligned vertically on the swing axles in the operating modes "Field" and "Road" by simultaneously pressing and holding the keys (24) and (25). Once the machine is aligned, the icon appears on the R-Touch. 219 / 560...

  • Page 220: Automatic Inclination (Option)

    Operation "R-Balance" chassis 6.12.4 Automatic inclination (option) (23) Automatic inclination off/on: If this key is pressed in the operating mode "Field", the automatic inclination system is ON (LED lights). The machine automatically inclines on the axles horizontally. Maxi- mally the chassis can be inclined on the axles by 7 % to the right or left. If you press this key again, the automatic inclination system is OFF (LED doesn't light).

  • Page 221: Centrifugal Force Compensation For Inclination

    Operation "R-Balance" chassis 6.12.5 Centrifugal force compensation for inclination You can set the inclination performance of the machine for driving around corners in the menu "Main settings", submenu "Others", line "Inclination centrifugal force com- pensation". • "On": If the machine turns a corner, it inclines in the steered direction to counteract the centrifugal force.

  • Page 222: Lifting

    Operation Lifting 6.13 Lifting 6.13.1 Preparation for lifting Familiarise yourself with the local ground and landscape before starting to work. Get an overview of the field of beets to be lifted and determine the best place for set- ting up the pile. Instruct the people present before starting to work about the most important safety regulations, especially the required safety distances.

  • Page 223: Defoliator

    Operation Defoliator 6.14 Defoliator The defoliator unit is coupled to the lifting unit. Connection to the lifter is performed on the left and right sides by means of a parallelogram. This ensures that the defoliator follows the landscape independent of the lifting unit. Defoliator PASW, defoliator flap up Defoliator RASW, defoliator flap up 223 / 560...
  • Page 224 Operation Defoliator Defoliator RISU Defoliator RES 224 / 560...

  • Page 225: Leaf Sensor

    Operation Defoliator 6.14.1 Leaf sensor The leaf sensor is situated at the very front of the defoliator unit. The leaf sensor is guided by the parallelogram and sends the signal for the autopilot. Leaf sensor By means of the chain on the leaf sensor, the downward range of the leaf sensor is restricted.
  • Page 226 Operation Defoliator The 8 rubber suspension elements (6) must be set so that the skids (2) just touch the ground straightly, but in no case rest on the ground with any weight. For this purpose: – Set the chain (3) shortened so far, that the skids (2) are about 15 cm above the ground.

  • Page 227: Defoliator Shaft

    Operation Defoliator 6.14.2 Defoliator shaft The defoliator shaft tops off the beet leaf and chops it into stock (for RIS and RES) or drops it into the leaf duct (for RBS). With the RAS type, the beet leaf can be chopped with the hydraulic defoliator flap in the leaf duct or directly on the ground.

  • Page 228: Defoliator Shaft Rotational Speed Setting

    Operation Defoliator 6.14.2.1 Defoliator shaft rotational speed setting Defoliator shaft rpm Choose this function with R-Select. + Key = defoliator shaft faster - Key = defoliator shaft slower Recommended defoliator shaft rotational 800-900 rpm speed: RIS and RAS 850-950 rpm 780 (750-850) rpm 6.14.2.2 Monitoring the defoliator shaft...

  • Page 229: Adjust Cleaning Shaft Rpm (Res Only)

    Operation Defoliator 6.14.2.3 Adjust cleaning shaft rpm (RES only) Rpm cleaning shaft Choose this function with R-Select. The rotational speed of the cleaning shaft is always slower than that of the defoliator shaft. + Key = cleaning shaft faster - Key = cleaning shaft slower Recommended cleaning shaft rotational 720 (700-800) rpm speed:...

  • Page 230: Defoliator Depth Adjustment

    Operation Defoliator 6.14.3 Defoliator depth adjustment 6.14.3.1 Defoliator depth adjustment with depth-control wheels (not w. R*SU) The depth-control wheels are located on the left and right front of the defoliator. The depth-control wheels control the depth of the defoliator shaft. The specified defoliator depth can be read on the R-Touch.
  • Page 231 Operation Defoliator Set the defoliator depth with the X-Y key (4) . Push the X-Y key diagonally forward left/right: depth-control wheels left/right higher = leaf topping lower. Push the X-Y key diagonally backward left/right: depth-control wheels left/right lower = leaf topping higher. If the X-Y key is touched briefly, the adjustment will be performed gradually by one step up or down.

  • Page 232: Defoliator Relief (Not With R*Su)

    Operation Defoliator 6.14.3.1.1 Defoliator relief (not with R*SU) It is necessary, for even topping of the beets, that the defoliator shaft is always moved at the correct height. To avoid sinking in of the defoliator into the ground in case of wet soil or those with low load bearing capacity, it may be hydraulically relieved so that the depth-control wheels hardly bear any load.
  • Page 233 Operation Defoliator Touch the display fields on the R-touch to adjust the defoliator relief. The defoliator relief pressure is set in steps of 5 bar each. The lower threshold is at about 30 bar. - Key = reduce set pressure + Key = increase set pressure If the relief pressure is to be totally reduced, then the desired pressure should be first set to 30 bar.

  • Page 234: Defoliator Depth Adjustment W/O Depth-Control Wheels (Only W. R*Su)

    Operation Defoliator 6.14.3.2 Defoliator depth adjustment w/o depth-control wheels (only w. R*SU) The cylinders are located left and right of the defoliator. These cylinders control the depth guide of the defoliator shaft. The specified defoliator depth can be read on the R-Touch. Set the defoliator depth with the X-Y key (4) .

  • Page 235: Automatic Defoliator Height Adjustment "R-Trim" (Optional)

    Operation Defoliator 6.14.3.3 Automatic defoliator height adjustment "R-Trim" (optional) R-Trim is an optional automatic defoliator height adjustment. The Micro-Topper comb detects the crown height of the topped beets. A height profile is calculated from the average values of these crown heights. The height of the defoliator shaft is constantly adjusted to this profile.
  • Page 236 Operation Defoliator If the function "R-Trim" is active, the left arrows of both double arrows at the defoliator height display are coloured green. If the defoliator height is adjusted via the function "R-Trim", both double arrows in the display of the defoliator height become completely green. A green number appears next to the number of the manually set defoliator height, indicating the current defolia- tor height adjusted by the R-Trim.

  • Page 237: Additional Defoliator Lifting

    Operation Defoliator 6.14.4 Additional defoliator lifting If the defoliator should be manually raised without raising the lifting unit at the same time, keep the multi-key (11) pressed and pull the joystick backwards. The defoliator will then be raised maximally by the defoliator relief cylinders. Once you push the mini joystick (1) forward slightly, the additional lifter is switched off.

  • Page 238: Leaf Auger Conveyor (Only With Rbs/Ras)

    Operation Defoliator 6.14.5 Leaf auger conveyor (only with RBS/RAS) The leaf auger conveyor transports the beet leaf from the leaf duct to the leaf- spreader. Drive for the leaf auger conveyor is performed by an oil motor on the right side. The rotating speed of the leaf auger conveyor is automatically linked to the speed of the defoliator shaft.
  • Page 239 Operation Defoliator Working as an integral defoliator When lowering the flap, the leaf auger conveyor and leaf-spreader switch off with a slight delay. Working with leaf ejection The leaf auger conveyor switches on automatically when the defoliator flap is opened. The leaf-spreader rotates at the set rpm.

  • Page 240: Leaf-Spreader

    Operation Defoliator 6.14.7 Leaf-spreader 6.14.7.1 Fold spreader Leaf-spreader Choose this function with R-Select. + Key = swing down in operating posi- tion - Key = swing up in transport position WARNING Injury hazard when swinging the leaf-spreader up or down. Injury hazard from foreign objects flung away! Due to the high speed of the leaf-spreader, foreign objects getting onto it are flung away with great power.

  • Page 241: Setting Rotational Speed Of Leaf-Spreader

    Operation Defoliator 6.14.7.2 Setting rotational speed of leaf-spreader Drive for the leaf-spreader is performed using an oil motor. Leaf-spreader rpm Choose this function with R-Select. + Key = faster - Key = slower If the key - is pressed in stage 1 and held in this position for several seconds, then the leaf-spreader drive is switched off.

  • Page 242: Leaf-Spreader Speed Bunker Unloading

    Operation Defoliator 6.14.7.3 Leaf-spreader speed bunker unloading If during overloading, e.g. on the driving along vehicle, the leaf-spreader rotational speed is reduced automatically in order not to throw leaves on the tractor, the leaf- spreader stage during the overloading can be preset in the menu "Main settings", sub- menu "Bunker", line "Leaf-spreader speed by overloading".

  • Page 243: Scalper

    Operation Defoliator 6.14.8 Scalper 6.14.8.1 Scalper Micro-Topper 2 (MT2 for short) The MT2 is a topper with parallel topper flails (parallel toppers). It removes the leaf base outgrowth which remains on the beet body after the leaf has been topped. Make sure that the scalper blades are always sufficiently sharpened.

  • Page 244: Adjusting Cutting Height - Mt2

    Operation Defoliator 6.14.8.2 Adjusting cutting height - MT2 Scalper cutting height Choose this function with R-Select. + Key = reduce cutting depth = scalper bracing tube up - Key = increase cutting depth = scalper bracing tube down ADVICE Information for persons familiar with the standard topper! The cutting depth is set the other way around with the MT2.
  • Page 245 Operation Defoliator If the adjustment track of the cutting depth adjustment from the driver’s seat is not sufficient (e.g. if beets are sitting extremely high or extremely deep or in the case of heavily worn scalper combs), this can be adjusted for such conditions by changing the basic settings.

  • Page 246: Basic Setting Scalper Comb

    Operation Defoliator 6.14.8.3 Basic setting scalper comb The scalper comb may be adjusted up or down after loosening the three hexago- nal bolts (1) (SW 19). To set all combs evenly, please use the setting markers (2). When tightening the setting bolts (1), the scalper comb (3) must be pushed backward strongly to the stop in direction of the arrow.

  • Page 247: Setting Inflow Sheet With Skid (Option)

    Operation Defoliator 6.14.8.4 Setting inflow sheet with skid (option) Inflow sheet with skid The skid has two sickles (2), which serve to hold the flail bolts during flail change. Inclination of the inflow sheet can be adjusted with the slot holes. The inflow sheet has 7 tines for adjust- ment.
  • Page 248 Operation Defoliator The central setting mark (4) is provided as a default setting. The inflow sheet can be set more flat (setting marks 4-7) for withered beet, arid, dry, hanging leaves. It should be noted that because of the lower adjusted inflow sheet the inflow skid is situated lower than the flail.

  • Page 249: Spring Loading/Cutting Angle Of The Scalper (Micro-Topper 2)

    Operation Defoliator 6.14.8.5 Spring loading/cutting angle of the scalper (Micro-Topper 2) The scalper pressure can be changed by resetting the spring (2) built into the scalper. This may be required, for instance, in case of very soft soil. If the spring pressure is too high for very soft or very loose soil, then the beets may be toppled over instead of topped by the scalper.

  • Page 250: Lifter

    Operation Lifter 6.15 Lifter The lifting unit is attached to the chassis of the machine with two lower guide rods and one upper guide rod forming a coupling triangle (thus referred to as "three-point sus- pension"). 250 / 560...
  • Page 251 Operation Lifter Depth-control shaft/wheel Share body Lifting rollers The complete lifting unit (shaking shares, paddle, depth-control shaft, lifting rollers, pinching roller) is driven hydraulically. Applied to all lifters: Lifting rollers one to six are driven by the left front lifter gear unit. The two short lifting rollers on the right are driven by the right rear lifter gear unit.

  • Page 252: Setting Depth-Control Shaft Speed

    Operation Lifter 6.15.1 Setting depth-control shaft speed Rpm depth-control shaft Choose this function with R-Select. The ratio of depth-control shaft rota- tional speed to the driving speed can be adjusted, pressing key + or - on the operating panel. + Key = depth-control shaft faster - Key = depth-control shaft slower If the key + is released after the stage 10 is reached and then pressed for at least three seconds, the "Max"...

  • Page 253: Depth Guide

    Operation Lifter 6.15.2 Depth guide There are seven depth-control wheels on the depth-control shaft at the lifting unit. As the name suggests, these wheels are not supposed to bear the load of the lifter, but just to serve as sensors for the ground surface. For this reason, the lifting unit is largely supported by the two three-point cylinders located between the chassis and the main lifting unit frame.
  • Page 254 Operation Lifter Never adjust! Cylinder-shaft movement height adjustment Pressure spring ADVICE If the length of the rods (1) to the potentiometers on the lifting unit is adjusted, the electronic system will receive incorrect signals and will therefore no longer be func- tional.

  • Page 255: Setting Lifting Depth

    Lifter 6.15.3 Setting lifting depth As already mentioned several times, ROPA cannot give any generally applicable rec- ommendations for such work. Experience and specialist agricultural knowledge of the driver are decisive for the lifting results, because the machine setting exclusively depends on local conditions.

  • Page 256: Setting Rollers Movement Height

    Operation Lifter 6.15.4 Setting rollers movement height High rollers movement High rollers movement The correct setting of the rollers movement height fulfills two purposes: Ensuring optimum beet flow. We recommend to have shaft movement always as high as possible above ground. The maximum height has just been exceeded, when, during lifting, the beet flow falters from the lifting shares to the first lifting roller.
  • Page 257 Operation Lifter Rollers movement height is displayed on the R-Touch. Height adjustment of shaft movement is performed by diagonal pushing or pulling of the X-Y key (5) on the joystick. If the X-Y key is touched briefly, the adjustment will be performed gradually by one step up or down.
  • Page 258 Operation Lifter The distance of the first lifting roller to the lifting share can be adjusted slightly very quickly by turning the two adjusting spindles shorter (reduce distance to lifting share) or longer (increase distance to lifting share). After this adjustment the distance of the sieve conveyor deflector to the last lifting roller must be checked and adjusted if nec- essary, because it is not adjusted with the previous adjustment.

  • Page 259: Setting Share Depth

    Operation Lifter 6.15.5 Setting share depth Share depth flat Share depth deep The share depth adjustment sets the height of the lifting shares to the first lifting roller. This setting determines the depth of movement of the lifting share in the soil. 259 / 560...
  • Page 260 Operation Lifter Overview All active RESET R-CONTOUR Display area lifter/defoliator Display area single-row adjustment "Activate all" switch panel Activates all rows "RESET" switch panel The share depth is adjusted to the last common share of all rows "R-CONTOUR" switch panel (See Page 263) Enable or disable automatic share depth adjustment...
  • Page 261 Operation Lifter Adjust share depth of all rows synchronously Adjustment is performed using the keys (12) and (13) on the joystick. (12) Set all share bodies upwards (flatter lifting) (13) Set all share bodies downwards (deeper lifting) The lifting depth is displayed in the lifter/defoliator display area while all rows are lifting at the same share depth.
  • Page 262 Operation Lifter Adjust share depth mode of a single row Press and hold the multi-key (11) and move the mini-joystick (1) left or right. Thus you select the desired row (14). Use the key (12) for flatter lifting or the key (13) for deeper lifting, to adjust the share depth of the selected row.
  • Page 263 Operation Lifter Activation of automatic share depth adjustment "R-Contour" The share depth of the individual rows can be automatically adjusted to compensate for uneven ground within the working width. The signal for adjusting the share depth is delivered via the ultrasound sensors (15) on the scalper bar. The ultrasound sensors are regularly cleaned of contamination by compressed air.
  • Page 264 Operation Lifter All active RESET R-CONTOUR To switch on the automatic share depth adjustment, press the "R-CONTOUR" switch panel (5). On the R-Touch the switch panel is displayed in green and the left arrow on the share depth indicator (10) in the display area lifter/defoliator becomes green as well.
  • Page 265 Operation Lifter Setting the sensitivity of the automatic share depth adjustment "R-Contour" Attachment (lifter/defoliator) Additional topper lifting Middle R-Trim R-Contour Depth guide stage Row distance 45 cm Lifter side shift Auto The sensitivity of the adjustment can be set in 5 stages in the menu "Main settings", submenu "Attachment", line "R-Contour".

  • Page 266: Lifting Shares

    Unibolt screws (3). Usually, the central hole marked no. 2 is the most suitable. To fasten the lifting share to hole 2 or 3 the share extensions (2) ROPA item no. 120699002 or 120699102 must be adjusted accordingly. No other share extension to be used if the lifting share is fixed in the hole 1.
  • Page 267 Operation Lifter Lifting share Upper bore Share extension Lower bore Unibolt screw Wear angle ATTENTION Danger of machine damage. An additional wear angle (6) is fastened with the front share screw. This protects the share holder piece from wear, particularly with very deep lifting and partially worn shares.

  • Page 268: Setting Shaking Share Rotational Speed

    Operation Lifter 6.15.7 Setting shaking share rotational speed It is often reasonable to set the shares to a shaking movement during lifting. This shaking movement is created by a hydraulically driven eccentric shaft. Shaking share speed Choose this function with R-Select. + Key = Shaking share rotational speed higher - Key = Shaking share rotational speed lower After reaching the stage 1, shaking movement may be completely switched off releas-...
  • Page 269 Operation Lifter Volume controller with emergency pin shaking share rpm (only with RBS and RAS) Emergency adjustment hand wheel for leaf-spreader rpm (only with RBS and RAS) The volume controller can be actuated with an emergency pin. Image shows the shaking share drive 269 / 560...

  • Page 270: Stone Protection

    Operation Lifter 6.15.8 Stone protection Every individual share body is attached to a tilting frame (1) that allows it to move. The share body is kept at the set share depth by the cylinder of the share depth adjustment (2). When the share hits a stone in the ground, the share body can move upwards and thereby overcome the obstacle.
  • Page 271 Operation Lifter ATTENTION Hazard of damage to the lifter. • The cylinders for share depth adjustment must be monitored during lifting. • Should these cylinders move often on hard ground without stones, then the stone protection pressure must be increased. 271 / 560...

  • Page 272: Setting The Stone Protection Pressure

    Operation Lifter 6.15.9 Setting the stone protection pressure The display on the R-Touch shows the prestress pressure for the stone protection. We recommend about 30 bar and up to a maximum of 50 bar for a very hard ground. This value should not be exceeded, because otherwise the lifting unit may be damaged.

  • Page 273: Share Body Guide (Linear Guide)

    Operation Lifter 6.15.10 Share body guide (linear guide) The share bodies are each mounted in such a manner on the central shaft that they may individually make linear displacement movements. The displacement range is up to 70 mm. This range is required to optimally adjust the share bodies to the beet rows.

  • Page 274: Share Body Steering

    Operation Lifter 6.15.11 Share body steering Bar structure share bodies steering Sensor share body steering A bar structure (1) and sensors (2) record the exact position of the linear guides of all share bodies (except for the outer left and right). In most cases the front axle of the machine can be steered by the autopilot using the signal transmitted by the sensors to the computer based on the share body position (share body steering).

  • Page 275: Setting The Lifting Rollers Rotational Speed

    Operation Lifter 6.15.12 Setting the lifting rollers rotational speed Speed of lifting rollers The rotational speed of lifting rollers one to six can be adjusted in ten stages. Choose this function with R- Select. + Key = lifting rollers rpm higher - Key = lifting rollers rpm lower If the key + is released after the stage 10 is reached and then pressed for at least three seconds, the "Max"...
  • Page 276 Operation Lifter Lifting roller 1 Lifting roller 2 Lifting roller 3 Lifting roller 4 Lifting roller 5 Lifting roller 6 Lifting roller 7 Lifting roller 1-6 hydraulic motor 276 / 560...

  • Page 277: Reversing Lifting Rollers

    Operation Lifter 6.15.13 Reversing lifting rollers If lifting rollers one to six are blocked by a foreign object, this is indicated on the R- Touch with the following warning icon: . An additional warning signal sounds. The lifter main drive and the traction drive then stop automatically. To clear such a block, press the „Reverse main lifter drive”...
  • Page 278 Operation Lifter DANGER Hazard to life when working in or below the lifting unit. – To remove the foreign object, completely lower the lifter, switch off the engine and secure it against inadvertent restarting (lock driver's cabin door and keep the key 'on the man', e.g.

  • Page 279: Setting Distance Between Last Lifting Roller And The Short Lifting Rollers

    Operation Lifter 6.15.14 Setting distance between last lifting roller and the short lifting rollers Proceed as follows to set the right and left distance: – Loosen two hexagonal bolts (1) on the right and left side. – Loosen the two nuts (2) on the threaded rod (3). Then turn the two nuts (2) until the required distance between the last lifting roller and the short lifting roller has been reached.

  • Page 280: Rotating Direction Of The Last (Smooth) Lifting Roller (Pinch Roller)

    Operation Lifter 6.15.15 Rotating direction of the last (smooth) lifting roller (pinch roller) The pressure in the hydraulic drive of the smooth lifting roller is continuously moni- tored. Of the smooth lifting roller is overloaded (drive pressure above approx. 200 bar), the following warning icon is shown on the R-Touch: .

  • Page 281: Lifting Unit Side Shift

    Operation Lifter 6.15.17 Lifting unit side shift Side shift of the defoliator and lifter enables a larger distance between the front wheels and the next row of beets. Especially in case of wet soil, you avoid having the next row of beets pressed away and the soil being flung into the field.

  • Page 282: Lifting Unit Side Shift Manual

    Operation Lifter 6.15.18 Lifting unit side shift manual The complete defoliator and lifting unit may be shifted manually to the right or left from the driver's seat. For this purpose, press the key "Side shift left" (12) or "Side shift right"...

  • Page 283: Automatic Side Shift Of Lifting Unit

    Operation Lifter 6.15.19 Automatic side shift of lifting unit Side shift of the lifter is performed automatically, if the following conditions are fulfilled: Operating mode "Field". Drive pedal of the machine is pressed. Lifting unit is raised. The offset-steer direction, opposite to the last active offset-steer, is preselected. The shifting process begins as soon as the counteractive offset-steer has been prese- lected.
  • Page 284 Operation Lifter Lifting through steer: Press both keys for the offset-steer stage at the same time to preselect the off- set-steer. Activation of the lifting through steer via joystick (See Page 202) 284 / 560...

  • Page 285: Setting Row Distance For The Rr-V Lifter

    Operation Lifter 6.15.20 Setting row distance for the RR-V lifter DANGER Hazard of very serious injury due to the machine starting. – Shut off the engine before switching and secure it against inadvertent starting (pull off the ignition key)! The row distance for the RR-V lifting unit may be set to either 45 cm or 50 cm. Switching is performed as follows: –...
  • Page 286 Operation Lifter – Actuation of the share body shift (keys 20 and 41 or 42) automatically reduces the pressure in the clamping cylinders (2), which releases the clamping cylinders (2). 286 / 560...
  • Page 287 Operation Lifter ATTENTION Danger of machine damage. – During side-shift, exactly watch the individual components (depth-control shaft and share bodies), to avoid collisions. To shift the depth-control shaft (3), share bodies (4) and scalper proceed as follows: – Start engine. –...
  • Page 288 Operation Lifter ADVICE Before changing the row distance a new order must be started in the menu. The row distance can only be set if the display of the lifted area on the R-Touch is less than 0.010ha. – Shift the row distance on the R-Touch, in the menu "Main settings", submenu "Attachment"...

  • Page 289: Side-Shift Rollers

    Operation Lifter 6.15.21 Side-shift rollers All RR lifters (not only with variable row distance) are fitted with movable roller move- ment (independent of the side shift of the lifter). If haulm or leaf residue accumulates on the right or left of the rollers movement, it can be moved to the side between the depth-control wheels and the lifting rollers with the "Shift rollers movement"...

  • Page 290: Adjust Rollers Movement Side Shift To Row Distance (Rr-V Only)

    Operation Lifter Rollers movement shifted to the right 6.15.21.1 Adjust rollers movement side shift to row distance (RR-V only) The side shift of rollers is automatically adjusted while setting the row distance on the R-Touch in the menu "Main setting", submenu "Attachment", line "Row distance. Attachment (lifter/defoliator) Additional topper lifting Middle...

  • Page 291: Infeed Conveyor

    Operation Infeed conveyor 6.16 Infeed conveyor The infeed conveyor passes under the front axle and transports the beet from the lift- ing unit to the first strainer wheel. It is driven by an oil motor, directly flanged to the infeed conveyor gear unit. 291 / 560...

  • Page 292: Setting Infeed Conveyor Rotational Speed

    Operation Infeed conveyor 6.16.1 Setting infeed conveyor rotational speed Rpm infeed conveyor Choose this function with R-Select. + Key = infeed conveyor faster - Key = infeed conveyor slower The transfer pipe affixed to the infeed conveyor, strainer wheel transfer point, is also driven by the infeed conveyor gear unit and is coupled to the infeed conveyor drive for rotating speed and direction.

  • Page 293: Infeed Conveyor Reverse

    Operation Infeed conveyor 6.16.2 Infeed conveyor reverse If the infeed conveyor is blocked by a foreign object, this is shown on the R-Touch with the warning symbol. A warning tone sounds at the same time. The lifter main drive and the traction drive then stop automatically.

  • Page 294: Ground Operation Infeed Conveyor

    Operation Infeed conveyor 6.16.3 Ground operation infeed conveyor The infeed conveyor belt can also be run forwards or backwards using the ground operation. Ground operation on the left side of the machine These keys are ONLY active, when no one is sitting in the driver‘s seat. In addition, the vehicle must be in lifting mode.

  • Page 295: Setting Infeed Conveyor - Distance Settings

    Operation Infeed conveyor 6.16.4 Setting infeed conveyor – distance settings In case of beet losses at the transition lifting roller/infeed conveyor/1st strainer wheel, the front and rear distance of the infeed conveyor must be set as described below. 6.16.4.1 Setting infeed conveyor distance longitudinally The distance between conveyor and the last lifting roller can be set in front at the lifter on the left and right by turning the stop bolt (2) and self-locking nuts (1).

  • Page 296: Setting Infeed Conveyor Height Front

    Operation Infeed conveyor 6.16.4.2 Setting infeed conveyor height front The height position of the infeed conveyor with respect to the last lifting roller may be set using the turnbuckle (1) on the suspending cable rope (2). The conveyor should generally be set as high as possible to preserve space below the conveyor for soil cleaned off.

  • Page 297: Setting Infeed Conveyor Height Rear

    Operation Infeed conveyor 6.16.4.3 Setting infeed conveyor height rear ATTENTION Danger of machine damage. The distance between the strainer wheel prongs (3) and the infeed conveyor (4) must be so large, even with the lifter raised, that these parts in no case touch. –...

  • Page 298: Strainer Wheels

    Operation Strainer wheels 6.17 Strainer wheels The three strainer wheels are driven by a separate hydraulic pump (pump strainer wheel drive) by means of one oil motor each. 298 / 560...

  • Page 299: Setting The Strainer Wheel Rotational Speed

    Operation Strainer wheels 6.17.1 Setting the strainer wheel rotational speed The rotational speed of the strainer wheels must be individually adjusted to the respective operating conditions. Readjustment may be necessary several times during the lifting process. Set the speed so that the beet does not jam at the strainer wheels, but is still mostly cleaned.

  • Page 300: Adjust Strainer Wheels Individually

    Operation Strainer wheels 6.17.1.1 Adjust strainer wheels individually If after reaching the cleaning stage 10, the key + is released first and then pressed for several seconds, then the indication on the R-Touch switches to the stage „MAN“. In this stage, the driver may individually set the rotational speed of each strainer wheel. Select the required strainer wheel with the rotary wheel at the R-Select or by touching the screen to adjust it individually.

  • Page 301: Monitoring Of Strainer Wheels

    Operation Strainer wheels 6.17.2 Monitoring of strainer wheels The pressure of the hydraulic drive of the strainer wheels is constantly displayed on the R-Touch in load monitoring. When exceeding a warning threshold (1) determined by the driver (adjustable between 0% and 100% of drive pressure), the warning icon flashes on the R-Touch.

  • Page 302: Switching Ground Operation Of Strainer Wheels

    Operation Strainer wheels 6.17.3 Switching ground operation of strainer wheels Ground operation of strainer wheels on the left side of the machine. These keys are ONLY active, when no one is sitting in the driver‘s seat. In addition, the vehicle must be in lifting mode. It means: Unload conveyor is swung out.

  • Page 303: Strainer Wheel Guide Grids

    Operation Strainer wheels 6.17.4 Strainer wheel guide grids Setting of the strainer wheel guide grids has a substantial effect on separation of soil and green plant material at the strainer wheels. Height of guide grids Choose this function with R-Select. + Key = guide grids higher - Key = guide girds lower The outside grids of each strainer wheel are combined at the round tube frame to a...
  • Page 304 Operation Strainer wheels The preselected height of the guide grids is indicated by the figures next to the strainer wheels (1), (2), and (3) in the display area "Cleaning path". Call up the selection win- dow by touching the switch panel (3) in order to adjust the height of the guide grids. Guide grid height 1st strainer wheel Guide grid height 2nd strainer wheel Guide grid height 3rd strainer wheel...
  • Page 305 Operation Strainer wheels There are two different possibilities to adjust guide grid height. Separate adjustment of guide grids of a single strainer wheel. In the selection window, touch the switch panel next to the strainer wheel, a guide grid of which you want to adjust individually. If the guide grid is activated in this way, the switch panel is marked with a yellow frame.
  • Page 306 Operation Strainer wheels Really simple and fast to perform: individual adjustment of each single guide grid in height, inclination and angle after loosening of 4 hexagonal nuts (7). In order to achieve smooth, low-damage beet flow, the guide grids must be set initially highly precise in all 3 direction.

  • Page 307: Offset Strainer Wheel Tines

    Operation Strainer wheels 6.17.5 Offset strainer wheel tines The strainer wheels contain offset strainer wheel tines. They support the conveying effect of the strainer wheels. In the case of very large beets or steep slopes it may make sense to increase the number of offset strainer wheel tines. To avoid damage caused by imbalance, always work with 4 or 6 (or another number of equally distrib- uted) offset strainer wheel tines.

  • Page 308: Spring Tines (Option)

    Operation Strainer wheels 6.17.6 Spring tines (option) Quick clamping device Guide rod For very sticky soil, we offer, as optional equipment, specific spring tines for more intense cleaning of the beets. To treat the beets more carefully in case of light soil, a guide rod may be inserted within the spring tines.

  • Page 309: Elevator

    Operation Elevator 6.18 Elevator The ring elevator (1) all around is driven by two oil motors. These are located in a joint hydraulic circuit with the bunker auger. Ring elevator Rear left drive wheel 6.18.1 Folding elevator out/in The elevator is set into transport or working position from the driver's seat. The bunker bracket, front and rear left bunker grids fold together with the elevator.
  • Page 310 Operation Elevator Support cylinders Bunker bar For lifting, the elevator must generally be folded out to the stop. The elevator is then fixed in the top position by the two support cylinders (1). The two support cylinders are fed by the elevator drive and always extended to the stop after switching on the drive. The bunker bracket (2) always folds out with the elevator.

  • Page 311: Setting Elevator Rotational Speed

    Operation Elevator 6.18.2 Setting elevator rotational speed The elevator rotational speed may be adjusted from the driver‘s seat. Elevator stage Choose this function with R-Select. + Key = elevator faster - Key = elevator slower When adjusting the elevator rotational speed, the speed of the auger is automatically adjusted synchronized with the elevator speed.

  • Page 312: Elevator Monitoring

    Operation Elevator 6.18.3 Elevator monitoring The pressure of the elevator drive (1) is constantly displayed and monitored on the R- Touch. When exceeding a warning threshold determined by the driver, the warning icon flashes on the R-Touch. Simultaneously, a warning buzzer sounds. For details See Page 138.

  • Page 313: Bunker

    Operation Bunker 6.19 Bunker The bunker exclusively serves as intermediate storage of the lifted sugar beets for so long until unloading into a pile at the edge of the field is possible. In case of very long fields, it is also possible to unload into a transport vehicle driving alongside. It is in no case meant as a freight compartment or for transporting goods or objects.

  • Page 314: Unfolding/Folding Of Unload Conveyor Articulation Parts

    Operation Bunker 6.19.1 Unfolding/folding of unload conveyor articulation parts Before lowering the unload conveyor, first swing out both articulation parts of the unload conveyor. ATTENTION Risk of machine damage. When folding the unload conveyor articulation part out and in, some machine parts may collide and therefore seriously damage the machine.

  • Page 315: Folding Front Bunker Grid Out And In

    Operation Bunker 6.19.2 Folding front bunker grid out and in After folding out the unload conveyor articulation parts, fold out the front bunker grid. ATTENTION Risk of machine damage. When folding the bunker grid out and in, some machine parts may collide and there- fore seriously damage the machine.

  • Page 316: Raising/Lowering Bunker Auger

    Operation Bunker 6.19.3 Raising/lowering bunker auger The auger may be lowered or raised from the driver's seat. ATTENTION Risk of machine damage. When raising or lowering the bunker auger, some collisions of machine parts and therefore heavy damage to the machine may happen. That's why always pay attention to the right order when folding the bunker out and in! (See Page 322)

  • Page 317: Switching Auger Rotating Direction

    Operation Bunker 6.19.4 Switching auger rotating direction Switching of the auger is performed automatically, controlled by an ultrasound sensor, which is located over the rear bunker grid. Ultrasound sensor front Ultrasound sensor rear 317 / 560...
  • Page 318 Operation Bunker The bunker is initially filled to 25% of capacity in front, then the direction of rotation is reversed to the rear. When the bunker is filled for 75% in the rear, the rotating direction of the auger is automatically switched after expiry of an adjustable delay period. This delay period may be set in the menu "Main settings", submenu "Bunker", line "Time bunker auger".

  • Page 319: Switching Auger Rotating Direction Manually

    Operation Bunker 6.19.5 Switching auger rotating direction manually In case of need, the conveying direction of the auger may also be switched manually. If the conveying direction of the auger is manually switched, then the automatic sys- tem is inoperable. The conveying direction is displayed on the R-touch. If the convey- ing direction of the auger is manually set to fill up the front part of the bunker, a note appears on the R-Touch, but without beeping sound.

  • Page 320: Quick Shutdown

    Operation Bunker You can return to the automatic rotating direction control also by pressing the key (18) on the bunker unloading operating panel. 6.19.5.1 Quick shutdown If the bunker is already full, then it may be overfilled by the beets present in the beet path when the machine drive is shutdown normally.

  • Page 321: Machine Automatic Folding Out/In

    Operation Bunker 6.19.6 Machine automatic folding out/in With the help of automatic folding the bunker can be set into operating or transport position. WARNING Hazard of extremely severe injuries. – Make sure, that nobody stands in the hazard zones when the machine is started. The automatic folding performs the following movements of the machine during folding out: 1 Folding out elevator, bunker bracket, bunker grids left rear and front right...

  • Page 322: Folding The Machine Manually Out/In

    Operation Bunker 6.19.7 Folding the machine manually out/in If the automatic folding does not work due to some technical malfunctions, you can fold the bunker "manually", step by step in operating or transport position. WARNING Hazard of extremely severe injuries. –...
  • Page 323 Operation Bunker 3. Fold out front bunker grid. (See Page 315) 4. Raise bunker auger front and rear, fold out rear and right rear bunker grids. (See Page 316) The bunker is completely swung out to the operating position. 323 / 560...
  • Page 324 Operation Bunker ATTENTION Before folding into the transport position the bunker must be completely emptied! For folding in perform the following actions consecutively: 1. Lower bunker auger front and rear, fold in rear and right rear bunker grids. (See Page 316) 2.
  • Page 325 Operation Bunker 3. Fold in unloading conveyor articulation parts. (See Page 314) 4. Fold in elevator, bunker brackets, bunker grids left rear and front right. (See Page 309) The bunker is completely folded into the transport position. – Check visually if the machine is really in the transport position. –...

  • Page 326: Bunker Unloading

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  • Page 327: Operating Panel Bunker Unloading

    Operation Bunker unloading 6.20.1 Operating panel bunker unloading To empty the bunker, the longitudinal and cross conveyors move the beets through a cleaning roller to the unload conveyor. The cleaning roller performs additional cleaning of the beets. The unload conveyor moves the beets from the bunker to a vehicle driving alongside or onto a pile.
  • Page 328 Operation Bunker unloading Overview of keys and mini joystick See Page 90 328 / 560...
  • Page 329 Operation Bunker unloading (15) Raise unload conveyor manually If the mini joystick (15) is pressed backward, the unload conveyor raises. If it is pressed for longer than 2 seconds, then a beep sounds and the unload conveyor automatically moves into the harvesting position. Pull the mini joystick (15) backward and press additionally the multi-key (21) to swing the unload conveyor articulation part 2 (2) upwards.
  • Page 330 Operation Bunker unloading (16) Unloading conveyor height 1 When pressing shortly the key (16), the unload conveyor automatically moves to the height currently saved for this key. Once the preset height has been reached, the LED in the key lights up. Saving the unload conveyor height: Set height manually.
  • Page 331 Operation Bunker unloading Display of unload conveyor and bunker unloading All displays of the unload conveyor and bunker unloading are located at the very top of the left color terminal. (1) Display of the set bunker unloading speed Here you can see the set speed of the bunker unloading in %. The speed can be adjusted with the rotary wheel (22).
  • Page 332 Operation Bunker unloading Stages of bunker unloading Unloading stage 0: standstill Unloading stage 1: only unload conveyor runs. Unloading stage 2: Unload conveyor runs; cross conveyor runs as well. Unloading stage 3: unload conveyor runs; additionally, cross conveyor runs quickly and longitudinal conveyor slowly.
  • Page 333 Operation Bunker unloading (20) STOP bunker unloading Pressing the key (20) stops unloading of the bunker and switches unload conveyor and all conveyors abruptly off. (22) Rotary wheel You can continuously control the bunker unloading speed (unload conveyor + con- veyors) using the rotary wheel (22).
  • Page 334 Operation Bunker unloading The time during which the unload conveyor runs empty can be adjusted in the "Main settings" menu, "Bunker" submenu, in the "Unload conveyor stopping time" line. If the value is increased, the unload conveyor runs longer. Bunker Bunker auger delay Unload conveyor stopping time Engine speed unloading in pile...

  • Page 335: Setting The Unload Rotating Speed

    Operation Bunker unloading 6.20.2 Setting the unload rotating speed When the machine drive is switched off during unloading of the bunker, then the speed of the diesel engine is automatically set to 900 min . If you wish another rotational speed of the diesel engine, you may set it in the menu "Main settings", submenu "Bunker", line "Engine speed unloading in pile".

  • Page 336: Instruction On Piles Creation (With The Ropa Loader)

    When making a pile ensure that the pile width does not exceed the width of the pickup of the cleaner-loader used. The pickup widths of ROPA euro- Maus3 is eight metres and ROPA euro-Maus4 and Maus 5 is ten metres.

  • Page 337: Pump Distributor Gears

    Operation Pump distributor gears 6.21 Pump distributor gears The pump distributor gears is directly flanged to the diesel engine and transfers engine power to the individual hydraulic pumps. The pump distributor gears are fitted with pressure circulation lubrication. If lubrication is not sufficient, then a warning signal sounds.

  • Page 338: Hydraulic System

    Hydraulic oil temperature Check the hoses of the hydraulic system for aging and damage on a regular basis! Immediately exchange damaged or aged hoses. Use only original ROPA hoses or hoses fully conforming to the technical specifications of the original hoses! Observe the regionally applying safety regulations on the service life of hydraulic hoses.
  • Page 339 Operation Hydraulic system The two fan drives for the hydraulic fluid cooler and the engine radiator automati- cally reverse direction at regular intervals. So that soiling is removed to a great extent independently. The manual reversing is also possible. To do this press the line "Start reversing of ventilator drives"...
  • Page 340 Operation Hydraulic system Hydraulic pumps: Pos. Function Traction drive Bunker unloading Operating hydraulics Shaking share/leaf-spreader Front axle steering Ventilator drive water radiator and charge-air cooler 107-1 Prestress pump 107-2 Fan drive oil cooler Main lifter drive: defoliator shaft, leaf auger conveyor (only RBS and RAS), lifting rollers 1-6, last lifting roller, short lifting rollers, 2-part paddle Infeed conveyor Gear box lubrication PDG (works with PDG gear oil)

  • Page 341: Compressed Air System

    Operation Compressed air system 6.23 Compressed air system The following processes of the machine are performed by the pneumatic system: Switching off all-wheel drive. Switching on differential locks. Folding the rear view mirror. Swinging of the people guard. In addition to the pneumatic system, the air compressor also supplies to: The compressed air service connectors on the machine.

  • Page 342: Compressor

    Operation Compressed air system 6.23.1 Compressor The entire pneumatic system of the machine is supplied with compressed air by a compressor. The compressor is flanged directly to the engine. Air intake of the com- pressor takes place via the engine air filter. Once the preset maximum pressure is reached the pressure regulator blows off automatically.
  • Page 343 Operation Compressed air system There is a stop cock (2) for the air line to the R-Contour compressed air cleaning sys- tem next to the compressed air tank. If the stop cock (2) is turned upwards, the air line is open. If the stop cock (2) is turned to the right, the air line is closed. ADVICE In the event of a leak, all the air in the compressed air tank could escape.

  • Page 344: Central Lubricating System

    Operation Central lubricating system 6.24 Central lubricating system The machine is fitted with a central lubricating system and has three lubricating cir- cuits. Lubricating circuit 1 chassis Lubricating circuit 2 lifting beam only eccentric drive Lubricating circuit 3 lifter (not eccentric drive) and defoliator All connected lubricating points are automatically supplied with grease.

  • Page 345: Filling Up Grease Gun

    Operation Central lubricating system ADVICE In any case, make sure that there is always sufficient grease supply in the grease reservoir. In no case may the grease supply be used up so that air enters the pipe system! ADVICE Fill the 2 kg supply reservoir when the engine is warm from operation as the grease bucket stands on a heated platform.

  • Page 346: Intermediate Lubrication

    Operation Central lubricating system 6.24.2 Intermediate lubrication The lubrication system can be manually activated at any time. To do this press the line "Start intermediate lubrication" in the menu "Special functions" on the R-Touch. Thus, the line "Central lubrication status" in the "Special function" menu is switched from "Auto"...
  • Page 347 Operation Central lubricating system Regularly check the lubricating pipe system. Check the lubricating system daily for faults. One option is to check the main distributor on the chassis. An indicator pin is installed there for checking the function. This indicator pin moves slowly when the grease flows through the main distributor.

  • Page 348: Video System

    Operation Video system 6.25 Video system WARNING The video system is solely for assistance and may show obstacles in a distorted per- spective, incorrectly or do not show at all. It is not a substitute for your attention. The video system cannot display all objects that are very close and/or above the rear view camera.

  • Page 349: Rear View Camera

    Operation Video system 6.25.1 Rear view camera The machine is equipped as standard with a video rear view camera. This camera is located above at the rear of the vehicle and serves to provide a better view when dri- ving backward. The rear view camera is a visual parking aid, it is automatically acti- vated as soon as you move backwards.

  • Page 350: Infeed Conveyor Camera (Option)

    Operation Video system 6.25.3 Infeed conveyor camera (option) Optionally, your machine can be equipped with an infeed conveyor camera. The cam- era is used for monitoring the infeed conveyor. Infeed conveyor camera 6.25.4 Unload conveyor camera (option) Optionally, your machine can be equipped with an unload conveyor camera. The cam- era is used for a better overview for truck loading when driving alongside transport vehicles.

  • Page 351: R-View (Option)

    Operation Video system 6.25.5 R-View (option) Your machine can be fitted with the optional "R-View" video system. The pictures of the R-View camera left (1), R-View camera rear (3) and the R-View camera right (4) are summed up to bird's-eye view on the machine. The image shows the environment around the rear part of the machine (approx.

  • Page 352: Electrics

    Operation Electrics 6.26 Electrics ATTENTION Hazard of damage to the electrical and electronic systems of the machine. – The main battery switch may not be switched off while the engine is running and the ignition is switched on. 6.26.1 Voltage monitoring The battery voltage is monitored by the system.

  • Page 353: Battery Emergency Shutdown

    Operation Electrics 6.26.3 Battery emergency shutdown Power supply at the emergency switch turned on ATTENTION Risk of machine damage. If this switch is tilted upward while the ignition is on, it can lead to data loss. It may also seriously damage the exhaust gas after-treatment system (SCR system) (only RP2Sd).

  • Page 354: Printer

    The printer is designed for a paper width of 57.5 ± 0.5 mm, at 60 g/m . ROPA offers a suitable paper roll as standard equipment (ROPA item no. 207015500). Other paper may cause malfunctions. Which side of the thermally-sensitive paper can be printed on? On the paper roll, almost always the outside is the printable side.
  • Page 355 Operation Printer – Insert the paper roll into the paper bowl in such a manner, that the out- side shows in direction of the printing mechanism. Only this outer side may be printed by the printer. – Close the lid strongly pressing on it. It audibly snaps, so that you can now tear off paper on the cutting edge, without opening the lid again and...

  • Page 356: Shutdown

    Operation Shutdown 6.28 Shutdown Park the machine so that nobody is impeded or endangered. Also make sure of a suf- ficient safety distance to freely suspended power lines. – Completely lower the lifting unit. – Switch off engine. – Engage parking brake. –...

  • Page 357: Maintenance And Service

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  • Page 359: Diesel Engine

    Maintenance and Service Diesel engine WARNING During all maintenance work, there is the hazard of serious or fatal injury and the haz- ard of damage to the machine. – Never climb over the rear bunker wall. – During all maintenance work, make sure that nobody can inadvertently start the machine (pull off the ignition key, lock the driver's cabin, always carry the ignition key and to the extent possible, switch off the main battery switch).

  • Page 360: Dry Air Filter

    Maintenance and Service Diesel engine The extracts from the Volvo maintenance manual can be found below. To preserve Volvo guarantee and warranty claims to their full extent, the operator of the engine must ensure that all of the maintenance work prescribed by Volvo has been performed at the correct intervals by persons expressly authorised by Volvo.
  • Page 361 Maintenance and Service Diesel engine Dry air filter The dry air filter is located in the engine compartment and is accessible from the bunker rear wall. During installation and removal, make sure of utmost cleanliness and correct fit of the cartridge. Damaged air filter cartridges must be immediately exchanged for new and undamaged filter cartridges.
  • Page 362 Maintenance and Service Diesel engine – This pipe is not commercially available, but may be self-made without any problem. It should be long enough to reach the bottom of the cartridge. – Set the pressure reducer to max. 5 bar and blow out the filter cartridge so long using dry compressed air, until no dust emission occurs anymore.
  • Page 363 Carefully inspect each crease individually using a suitable flashlight. Damaged filter cartridges may never be reused in any case. Use only original filter cartridges (ROPA main element item no. 303018700; ROPA safety cartridge item no. 303018800). In no case install filter elements with metal outside sheathing.
  • Page 364 Maintenance and Service Diesel engine Safety cartridge exchange: The safety cartridge must be exchanged at every fifth maintenance for the main ele- ment or at the latest after two years for a new safety cartridge. The safety cartridge may not be cleaned or reused after uninstalling. –...

  • Page 365: Oil Change At Diesel Engine

    Maintenance and Service Diesel engine 7.1.2 Oil change at diesel engine Engine oil must be changed after 500 operating hours, or at least once a year. The engine oil filters must be changed at every oil change. An oil change should only be performed with an engine at operating temperature.
  • Page 366 Maintenance and Service Diesel engine Engine oil filter (fine filter) Engine oil filter (bypass filter) Proceed as follows for an oil and filter exchange: – Before changing the oil clean a wide area around the oil filters and the oil filler cap. –...

  • Page 367: Fuel Supply

    Maintenance and Service Diesel engine 7.1.3 Fuel supply ADVICE Hazard of damage to the environment from leaking fuel. When working on the filter, first set up the catching pan and properly dispose of fuel caught. WARNING Burning hazard when handling diesel fuel. Smoking, fire and open flames are prohibited when handling diesel fuel, because fuels are easily combustible and fuel fumes cause an explosion hazard.
  • Page 368 Before all work on the fuel system respectively the fuel filters, shortly open and imme- diately close again the tank cap. This serves to relieve possible excess pressure in the fuel system. Use only original fuel filters approved by Volvo or ROPA. 368 / 560...

  • Page 369: Replacing/Draining Water Of The Fuel Prefilter Insert At The Electric Pump

    – Remove the lid (1) (wrench size 46) from the filter housing. – Uninstall the old filter insert and exchange it for a new one with the ROPA item no. 303016700. – Dispose of the old filter insert in compliance with the local disposal regulations.

  • Page 370: Replacing Fuel Prefilter Cartridge And Main Fuel Filter Cartridge

    7.1.3.2 Replacing fuel prefilter cartridge and main fuel filter cartridge The main fuel filter cartridge (1) (ROPA item no. 304002000) must be replaced every 1000 operating hours or at least once a year. The fuel prefilter cartridge (2) (ROPA item no. 304002100) must be replaced every 2000 operating hours or at least every 2 years.
  • Page 371 Maintenance and Service Diesel engine Proceed as follows to replace the fuel prefilter cartridge: – Park the vehicle and shut off engine. – Clean a wide area around the fuel filter. – Disconnect the cable to the water separator sensor. –...

  • Page 372: Bleeding The Fuel System

    Maintenance and Service Diesel engine 7.1.3.3 Bleeding the fuel system – Call up on the R-Touch menu "Special functions". – Choose in the line "Fuel pump" the option "On". The electric pump is switched on. The R-Touch displays the actual fuel pressure in mbar. The fuel pressure increases for some time and remains constant at about 3500 mbar.

  • Page 373: Refuelling With Diesel Fuel

    Maintenance and Service Diesel engine 7.1.3.4 Refuelling with diesel fuel WARNING Improper refuelling and improper actions around fuel may cause explosions, fire, serious burns and other injuries. – Make sure that the filler cap (1) / (2) is correctly closed to prevent ingress of dirt into the diesel fuel tank.

  • Page 374: Microorganisms In The Fuel System

    Remedial measures If infestation with microorganisms is found in storage or vehicle (fuel) tanks, then we recommend the following disinfecting agents to fight it: Product: GrotaMar 82 ROPA item no. 435006000 (1.0 l) Manufacturer: Schülke & Mayr D-22840 Norderstedt Phone:...

  • Page 375: Cooling System Diesel Engine

    Maintenance and Service Diesel engine 7.1.4 Cooling system diesel engine All coolers must be regularly checked for cleanliness and cleaned. If the admissible maximum temperature is repeatedly exceeded during very high envi- ronmental temperature () the complete cooling system must be checked for cleanli- ness and, in case of need, be immediately cleaned.

  • Page 376: Cleaning Of The Cooling System

    Maintenance and Service Diesel engine 7.1.4.1 Cleaning of the cooling system The cooling system is located over the diesel engine. Despite automatic reversing of the fan, the soiling, which influences the cooling capac- ity, is assembled specifically in the area of fan hub at the cooler surface. Therefore regular manual cleaning of the cooler is very useful and necessary.
  • Page 377 Maintenance and Service Diesel engine Proceed on the cleaning of the cooling system as follows: – Switch off the engine and secure the machine against inadvertent starting (pull off the ignition key and take it with you). – Use for climbing up to the cooling system the provided steps (1). –...
  • Page 378 Maintenance and Service Diesel engine – Check the cooling system for dirt. – Swing the condenser up. For this purpose, screw off two hexagonal nuts on the front part of the cooler frame. – Remove the coarse dirt by hand, by cleaning the cooling system with the water hose or using compressed air.

  • Page 379: Coolant Check (On Rp2Sa)

    Maintenance and Service Diesel engine 7.1.4.2 Coolant check (on RP2Sa) The TAD1643VE-B diesel engine has one coolant circuit for the engine. This coolant circuit has an expansion tank for the coolant and a drain valve. The coolant in the engine coolant circuit has a permissible temperature of up to 104 °C. If the liquid level in the cooling-water expansion tank seems too low, then the warning icon is displayed on R-Touch .
  • Page 380 Maintenance and Service Diesel engine Open the intake grid (See Page 377). Only check the coolant level at a coolant temperature of below 50°C. Before correcting the coolant level, check corrosion protection/antifreeze. To check the coolant level, slowly and carefully open the filler cap (1) of the expansion tank.

  • Page 381: Change Of Coolant (On Rp2Sa)

    Maintenance and Service Diesel engine 7.1.4.3 Change of coolant (on RP2Sa) Use only corrosion protection/antifreeze agents approved by Volvo. The coolant must be changed every 8000 operating hours, but at least every 4 years. In any case, com- ply with the regionally applicable regulations on environmentally compatible disposal of coolant.

  • Page 382: Coolant Check (On Rp2Sd)

    Maintenance and Service Diesel engine 7.1.4.4 Coolant check (on RP2Sd) The TWD1683VE diesel engine has two separate coolant circuits, one for engine and one for charge air. Each of these coolant circuits has a separate expansion tank for the coolant and a separate drain valve.
  • Page 383 Maintenance and Service Diesel engine Open the intake grid (See Page 377) and turn the maintenance lid (3) to the side. Only check the coolant level at a coolant temperature of below 50°C. Before correcting the coolant level, check corrosion protection/antifreeze. To check the coolant level, slowly and carefully open the filling caps (1) and (4) of both expansion tanks.

  • Page 384: Change Of Coolant (On Rp2Sd)

    Maintenance and Service Diesel engine 7.1.4.5 Change of coolant (on RP2Sd) Use only corrosion protection/antifreeze agents approved by Volvo. The coolant must be changed every 8000 operating hours, but at least every 4 years. In any case, com- ply with the regionally applicable regulations on environmentally compatible disposal of coolant.

  • Page 385: Remarks Of Ropa On The Coolant (General Information)

    Maintenance and Service Diesel engine 7.1.4.6 Remarks of ROPA on the coolant (general information) Normally, coolant consists of water and corrosion protection/antifreeze agent. The cor- rosion protection/antifreeze agents (ethylene glycol with corrosion inhibitors) have the following tasks in the cooling system: Sufficient corrosion and cavitation protection for all components of the cooling sys- tem.

  • Page 386: Scr Exhaust After-Treatment With Adblue

    Maintenance and Service Diesel engine 7.1.6 SCR exhaust after-treatment with AdBlue ® Applicable only to RP2Sd, 585 kW / 796 hp The machine is equipped with an SCR exhaust after-treatment system. In any case, comply with the notes on handling AdBlue (See Page 543).
  • Page 387 AdBlue® pump module. – The filter insert should be disposed of according to the local regulations. – Use a new AdBlue® filter insert (ROPA item no. 304004100). – Put the new filter insert (5) in the AdBlue ® pump module.

  • Page 388: Other Maintenance Work On The Engine

    Maintenance and Service Pump distributor gears (PDG) 7.1.7 Other maintenance work on the engine During each maintenance service on the diesel engine, the following additional work must be carefully performed in compliance with the Volvo maintenance regulations (see maintenance booklet for the engine): –...

  • Page 389: Hydraulic System

    – Unscrew the 4 hexagonal recess bolts (6 mm) on the filter flange (6) and pull out the filter element. – Exchange the filter element for a new one (ROPA item no. 181052600). For instal- lation always use a new paper gasket (ROPA item no. 181051700) and a new O- ring (ROPA item no.
  • Page 390 Immediately exchange damaged or aged hoses. Only use hoses for replacements conforming to the specifications of the original hose! For cost reasons we recommend ordering replacement hoses directly from ROPA, because original ROPA hydraulic hoses are generally significantly more economical than competitive products.
  • Page 391 Maintenance and Service Hydraulic system WARNING Burning hazard! All coolers heat up during operation. Hazard of severe burnings! Wear protective gloves! Let the machine cool down sufficiently before starting any work on the cooling sys- tems! 391 / 560...

  • Page 392: Hydraulic Oil Tank

    Maintenance and Service Hydraulic system 7.3.1 Hydraulic oil tank Inspection glass oil level + oil Oil filling cap temperature WARNING Falling hazard! For maintenance work on the hydraulic fluid tank, use a ladder standing on a safe base. In no case climb over the rear bunker wall and do not step on the roof of the engine compartment.

  • Page 393: Hydraulic Fluid Change

    'hissing' sound. This sound is normal. The filling lid (ROPA item no. 270070000) (2) is both a filler and vent filter. It main- tains the required air balance as the oil level varies (e.g. due to the oil tempera- ture).
  • Page 394 – Place the gasket and the metal lid onto them. – Before installing them, coat the bolts for fastening the metal lid with sealing com- pound (ROPA item no. 017002600) and tighten the bolts. – Before filling up with fresh hydraulic fluid, replace all filters in the hydraulic sys- tem.

  • Page 395: Exchange Suction Return Filter Element

    Hydraulic system 7.3.1.2 Exchange suction return filter element The suction return filter is situated at the hydraulic oil tank (1). (Filter element ROPA item no. 270066500). First exchange of all filter element is required after the first 50 operating hours, there- after, annually.
  • Page 396 Maintenance and Service Hydraulic system In order to exchange filter element in the suction return filter proceed as follows: – Before opening the filter housing, make sure that the hydraulic system is absolutely pressureless and the oil fill- ing cap is open. –...

  • Page 397: Exchange Of Pressure Filter Element

    – Coat thread and sealing surfaces of the filter bowl and head as well as the O-ring of the bowl and element with clean hydraulic fluid. – Install a new element (ROPA item no. 270043000). – Carefully install the filter element on the element holding pin.
  • Page 398 Pressure filter for front axle steering Pressure filter front axle steering Removal of the element (ROPA item no. 270033600) is performed as described above in "Maintenance pressure filter operating hydraulics". The required tool is a ring wrench or fork wrench SW 24.

  • Page 399: Collective Return Pipe Protective Strainer

    Maintenance and Service Hydraulic system 7.3.3 Collective return pipe protective strainer Protective strainer Collective return pipe There is a protective strainer (1) in the collective return pipe (2). This protective strainer must be removed and cleaned, if necessary, if there is damage to the hydraulic system where there is the possibility of splinters or foreign objects having got into the hydraulic system.

  • Page 400: Mechanical Drive For Steering Axles

    Maintenance and Service Mechanical drive for steering axles Mechanical drive for steering axles 7.4.1 Drive shafts from the distributor gears to the steering axles All drive shafts on the machine must be lubricated after every 200 operating hours. DANGER Hazard to life due to rotating machine parts! When the engine is running, body parts or pieces of clothing may be caught by rotat- ing drive shafts and pulled into the machine.

  • Page 401: Maintenance Knuckle Joints Of The Axles

    Maintenance and Service Mechanical drive for steering axles 7.4.2 Maintenance knuckle joints of the axles The knuckle joints of the double joint shafts in the stub axles of the two steering axles must be lubricated every 200 operating hours. Each knuckle joint contains two lubri- cating nipples.

  • Page 402: Manual Transmission (Drive Train)

    Maintenance and Service Manual transmission (drive train) Manual transmission (drive train) The manual transmission is used to switch the operating modes „Field“ and „Road“ and all-wheel drive. The oil level must be checked every 50 operating hours. Checking is performed using the control screw (2).
  • Page 403 Maintenance and Service Manual transmission (drive train) Proceed as follows for changing the oil: – Change oil only with gears warm after operation. – Park the machine on level ground. – Put an oil-resistant collecting vessel of sufficient size underneath. –...

  • Page 404: Axles

    Maintenance and Service Axles Axles 7.6.1 Planetary gears (applies to both axles) The first oil change is required after 50 operating hours, further oil changes must be performed annually. ATTENTION For 6-row machines with 45 cm or 50 cm clearance: The "lifting only"...
  • Page 405 – Open the oil drain screw (2) and the oil level control screw and let the old oil drain. – Reinsert the oil drain screw. – Fill up the planetary gears using the ROPA planetary gear oil filler so far until the oil level reaches the lower edge of the oil filling opening.

  • Page 406: Differential Gears Front Axle (Portal Axle)

    Maintenance and Service Axles 7.6.2 Differential gears front axle (portal axle) The first oil change is required after 50 operating hours, further oil changes must be performed annually. DANGER Injury hazard! Hazard to life due to moving machine parts. – Before oil change, each time stop the machine and switch off the engine. –...

  • Page 407: Differential Gears Rear Axle (Portal Axle)

    Maintenance and Service Axles 7.6.3 Differential gears rear axle (portal axle) The first oil change is required after 50 operating hours, further oil changes must be performed annually. Oil drain screw Oil filling screw ADVICE The oil change of the rear axle is performed in the same way as that of the front axle. The recommended oil variants and filling volumes are identical.

  • Page 408: Portal Drives Front Axle

    Maintenance and Service Axles 7.6.4 Portal drives front axle The first oil change is required after 50 operating hours, further oil changes must be performed annually. Oil drain screw Oil filling opening and oil level control screw DANGER Injury hazard! Hazard to life due to moving machine parts.

  • Page 409: Portal Drives Rear Axle

    Maintenance and Service Axles 7.6.5 Portal drives rear axle The oil change of the rear axle is performed in the same way as that of the front axle. Prescribed oil variants: Fully synthetic gear oil LS API GL5, SAE 75W-140 Filling volume: each approx.

  • Page 410: Pneumatic System

    Maintenance and Service Pneumatic system Pneumatic system The pneumatic system including the compressor is to a great extent mainte- nance-free. Maintenance work is only required on the compressed air tank. The com- pressed air tank is located on the bunker front wall. Drain the condensation water from the compressed air tank daily.

  • Page 411: Defoliator

    Maintenance and Service Defoliator Defoliator DANGER Crushing hazard! When working on the raised lifting unit, there is the hazard that the lifter or defoliator suddenly move down. People being in this area may be severely injured. – Before beginning work, always switch off the engine, switch off the ignition, pull off the key and lock the driver‘s cabin.

  • Page 412: Service Position Defoliator

    Maintenance and Service Defoliator 7.8.1 Service position defoliator ATTENTION Swing up the leaf sensor and secure it using safety hooks, because this may other- wise cause serious damage to the driver's cabin. Service position defoliator Choose this function with R-Select. + Key = Swing defoliator up - Key = Swing defoliator down 412 / 560...
  • Page 413 Maintenance and Service Defoliator Before lifting the defoliator up, the side-shift moves the lifting unit to the centre position (to prevent damage to the spherical bearing on the maintenance position cylinder). As an alternative to R-Select, the lifting unit can be operated from the ground. Press the defoliator maintenance position key (6) and then the deadman switch (1).
  • Page 414 Maintenance and Service Defoliator Locking link in storage position Locking link left attached Locking link left Locking hook left on defoliator Attach left and right locking links to the defoliator locking hook (2) as shown. DANGER Always attach both locking links (left and right) to ensure that the load can remain secured in an emergency! Always ensure that there are no persons in the defoliator pivoting area before unfold- ing it.

  • Page 415: Setting The Leaf Sensor

    Maintenance and Service Defoliator The three-point suspension cannot be lowered to the ground with the mini joystick (1) if the defoliator is folded into the maintenance position. It automatically stops lowering at a safe height above the ground. Further lowering is only possible if the mini-joystick (1) is released once the height has been reached and then pressed forward again.
  • Page 416 Maintenance and Service Defoliator If some other values are displayed, then the central position must be set using the basic settings for the rod structure. – For this, move the spring rods precisely to the centre of the beet row. This is located in the centre of the support bracket (indicated with an arrow (3) to simplify the work).
  • Page 417 Maintenance and Service Defoliator – Shift the bar structure out until roughly the value 0 is shown on the R-Touch. – Tighten both screws (5) again. – Check the value for the central display on the R-Touch. If necessary, set the length of the bar structure (4) to the sensor of leaf finder and stop bolts (2) until the correct values are shown on the R-Touch.

  • Page 418: Depth-Control Wheels (Not With R*Su)

    Maintenance and Service Defoliator 7.8.3 Depth-control wheels (not with R*SU). Axial clearance of the wheel stalk of the depth-control wheels must be readjusted as follows, in case of need: – Screw out the threaded rod (1) using a hexagonal recess wrench and keep it in a safe place.

  • Page 419: Defoliator Shaft

    Maintenance and Service Defoliator 7.8.4 Defoliator shaft Defoliator shaft on the RISU Defoliator blades and clamping shackles on the RBS* on the RIS* on the RAS* 419 / 560...
  • Page 420 RIS* is 22 mm. When the shaft shows clearly visible signs of wear, it must be exchanged for a new original shaft. The shaft must be regularly visually inspected for wear. A worn defoliator shaft may only be replaced by an original ROPA part for safety reasons.

  • Page 421: Scalper

    During regrinding of the flails, make sure of as small grinding angle as possible (about 12.5°). A grinding machine is available at ROPA under ROPA item no. 018106700. To achieve the optimal scalping, we recommend to sharpen the scalper flails with this grinding machine every 20 - 100 ha of worked area, depending on operating conditions (on 6- row machine).
  • Page 422 The inflow skid (2) must be checked once a week for wear. Once the bearing surface of the inflow skid (2) might be worn, the inflow skid (ROPA item no. 120565804) must be replaced. Should the inflow sheet (1) (ROPA item no. 120565704) be also dam- aged, it has to be replaced.

  • Page 423: Lifter

    Maintenance and Service Lifter Lifter DANGER Crushing hazard! When working on the raised lifting unit, there is the hazard that the lifter or defoliator suddenly move down. People being in this area may be severely injured. – Before beginning work, always switch off the engine, switch off the ignition, pull off the key and lock the driver‘s cabin.
  • Page 424 Maintenance and Service Lifter 25-30 Inner width between shares, 25 to 30mm is ideal in most cases The wear angle (2) serves to protect the share holder from abrasion. Replace the wear angle before it loses its protective function! 424 / 560...
  • Page 425 Shares absolutely unsuitable for lifting Wear angle bracket worn severely Always use original ROPA shares as replacements as they are optimised for use on the RR lifter (See Page 266).

  • Page 426: Lifter Gears For Lifting Rollers

    Maintenance and Service Lifter 7.9.2 Lifter gears for lifting rollers Check the oil level of the gear units (3 units) on the lifting unit daily. For this purpose, fully lower the lifting unit. Change the oil for the first time after 50 operating hours. Please find the subsequent oil change intervals in the maintenance table.
  • Page 427 Maintenance and Service Lifter Lifter gears left and right rear Left Right Oil filling screw Inspection glass/oil level control Oil drain screw Prescribed oil types: Gear oil API GL5, SAE 90 Filling volume: each approx. 0.8 litres 427 / 560...

  • Page 428: Paddle Gears

    Maintenance and Service Lifter 7.9.3 Paddle gears Check oil level every 50 operating hours. To do this, the lifting unit must be completely raised. Oil filling screw Oil level control Oil drain screw Prescribed oil types: Gear oil API GL5, SAE 90 Filling volume: approx.

  • Page 429: Depth-Control Shaft Drive

    Maintenance and Service Lifter 7.9.4 Depth-control shaft drive RR 6-row depth-control shaft drive gears Check the oil level of the gear units (2 units) of the lifting unit daily. For this purpose, fully lower the lifting unit. Set the depth-control shaft to the top position. Oil filling screw Oil level control Oil drain screw...

  • Page 430: Shaking Share Gears

    Maintenance and Service Lifter 7.9.5 Shaking share gears Check oil level every 50 operating hours. For this purpose, fully lower the lifting unit. Oil filling screw Inspection glass/oil level control Oil drain screw Prescribed oil types: Fully synthetic gear oil API GL5, SAE 75W-90 Filling volume: approx.

  • Page 431: Shaking Share Drive Only With The "Variable Row Distance" Option

    Maintenance and Service Lifter 7.9.6 Shaking share drive only with the "variable row distance" option The internal gearing of the flange for shifting the eccentric drive must be relubricated every 50 operating hours for the variable lifter. Recommendation: Keep a separate grease gun filled with copper paste for this. It should only be used to grease these 5 lubricating points.

  • Page 432: Eccentric Shaft Bearing

    Maintenance and Service Lifter 7.9.7 Eccentric shaft bearing Oil in the eccentric shaft bearings is a lifetime oil and must not be changed. Check the oil level once a year. For this purpose, fully lower the lifting unit. Oil filling opening Oil level control screw Prescribed oil variants: Gear oil...

  • Page 433: Readjusting Eccentric Bearing Shaking Share Drive

    As soon as you find clearance by lateral movement of the fork-type joint of the eccen- tric bearings, the corresponding bearing must be readjusted. You will need the special ROPA hook spanner tool for the groove nut M 75 x 2 for this (ROPA item no. 018016200).

  • Page 434: Share Body Guide/Suspension

    Maintenance and Service Lifter 7.9.9 Share body guide/suspension The complete share body guide is filled up with oil. There is a transparent piece of hose (1) with bleeding filter on each share body. This piece of hose must always be filled with oil.

  • Page 435: Lifting Rollers

    Maintenance and Service Lifter 7.9.10 Lifting rollers Maintenance Perform a daily check of the lines of the central lubrication system leading to the lifting rollers bearings (visual inspection). Exchanging lifting rollers If a stone jutting high up from the ground bend a lifting roller or if a roller is worn out, then the roller must be exchanged for a new one.
  • Page 436 – Drive in the lock pins (1) (not at the 4th lifting roller). – Connect the central lubrication line (3). – Close all open lock pin holes with original ROPA plastic plugs (ROPA item no. 120280300) to prevent dirt penetration.

  • Page 437: Infeed Conveyor

    Maintenance and Service Infeed conveyor 7.10 Infeed conveyor ATTENTION All rollers of the infeed conveyor must be checked daily for operational function and damage. Blocked or damaged rollers must be immediately exchanged for new rollers. Infeed conveyor and rollers must also be cleaned daily of jammed stones and other foreign objects.

  • Page 438: Setting Synchronism

    Maintenance and Service Infeed conveyor 7.10.2 Setting synchronism If the infeed conveyor moves onto the bar of the drive wheel more on the left or right side, then immediately set synchronism, because otherwise the strainer chain is sub- ject to increased wear. Proceed as follows: –...

  • Page 439: Infeed Conveyor Gears

    Fill up fresh gear oil through the inspection glass opening (2) for so long, until the lower edge of the opening has been reached. Reinstall the inspection glass and use a new sealing (ROPA item no. 412026100). Raise the lifter again.

  • Page 440: Strainer Wheels

    Maintenance and Service Strainer wheels 7.12 Strainer wheels All strainer wheel prongs must be retightened after the first 50 and 500 operating hours. Check all strainer wheel prongs daily. Any broken strainer wheel prong must be replaced immediately; loose strainer wheel prongs must be tight- ened immediately.

  • Page 441: Elevator

    Maintenance and Service Elevator 7.13 Elevator WARNING Injury hazard! Hazard to life due to moving machine parts. – Before coming into bunker, stop the machine and switch off the engine. – The machine must be secured against inadvertent starting of the engine. –...
  • Page 442 Maintenance and Service Elevator 6 Loosen the two clamping bolts (2) rear and front on the clamping arm. 7 Reduce tension of elevator belt: adjust the tension by turning the nuts (3) down on the tie rods (4) of the clamping arms to the same adjustment. 442 / 560...
  • Page 443 Maintenance and Service Elevator 8 Repeat items 1 - 3 and check the dimension at the cylinders (12) again. 9 Check the tension of the elevator belt below the machine. The elevator belt must always be tensioned so in operating position that it sags by maximum 3 cm (13) at the beet intake with the elevator swung out.
  • Page 444 Maintenance and Service Elevator Setting synchronism: If the elevator belt moves onto the bar of the drive wheel more on the left or right side, synchronism must be adjusted immediately at the right elevator arm, otherwise the elevator belt will be subject to increased wear. Proceed as follows: –...
  • Page 445 Maintenance and Service Elevator Cleaning: The elevator shaft must be checked daily for sticking dirt and be cleaned in case of need (dirt scraper). In case of extreme conditions, intermediate cleaning during the working shift may be required. All rollers of the elevator must be checked daily, whether they still rotate without prob- lems.

  • Page 446: Bunker

    Maintenance and Service Bunker 7.14 Bunker The bunker (all steel plates around the conveyors) must be checked daily for accumu- lated dirt and cleaned as required (dirt scraper). Accumulated soil reduces the capac- ity of the beet bunker and unnecessary increases the weight of the machine! 7.14.1 Bunker auger Body and turns of the auger must be regularly cleaned of sticking soil or other foreign...
  • Page 447 Maintenance and Service Bunker Longitudinal conveyor chains: After a lifting performance of around 1200 ha or annually. Cross conveyor chains: After a lifting performance of around 600 ha or annually. When changing the chains, turn each chain as shown in the schematic drawing nearby.

  • Page 448: Tensioning Conveyor Chains

    Maintenance and Service Bunker 7.14.3.1 Tensioning conveyor chains ATTENTION Regularly check the bunker floor. Soil stuck to the bunker floor must be scraped off at least daily. The soil may tension the conveyor too much. This may lead to breaking of the conveyor chain.

  • Page 449: Retensioning Longitudinal Conveyor

    Maintenance and Service Bunker 7.14.3.2 Retensioning longitudinal conveyor The two longitudinal conveyors are tensioned at the rear. They must be separately retensioned. The two tensioning bolts of each conveyor are located in the rear at the conveyor turnaround under the bunker floor. Tensioning bolt Lock nut For retensioning:...

  • Page 450: Retensioning Cross Conveyor

    Maintenance and Service Bunker 7.14.3.3 Retensioning cross conveyor The two cross conveyors are tensioned on the right side of the machine. They must be separately retensioned. The two tensioning bolts of each conveyor are located at the conveyor turn around under the bunker floor. Tensioning bolt Lock nut For retensioning:...

  • Page 451: Drive Chains

    Maintenance and Service Bunker 7.14.3.4 Drive chains The two drive chains of the conveyor drives and the drive chain of the cleaning roller must be oiled and checked for correct chain tension after each 100 operating hours. Drive chain cross conveyor and cleaner roller Drive chain long.

  • Page 452: Bearings Of The Conveyor Drive Shaft And Cleaner Roller

    Maintenance and Service Bunker 7.14.3.5 Bearings of the conveyor drive shaft and cleaner roller Longitudinal conveyors The three drive shaft bearings must be lubricated every 100 operating hours. Two bearings may be lubricated from inside the bunker through a hole (5) in the cover of the longitudinal conveyor drive shaft.
  • Page 453 Maintenance and Service Bunker Cross conveyor guide wheels The total of 8 conveyor guide wheels (4 longitudinal conveyors, 4 cross conveyors) must be lubricated every 100 operating hours. Cleaning roller bearing The two cleaning roller bearings must be lubricated every 100 operating hours. One lubricating nipple is in front of the elevator.

  • Page 454: Unloading Conveyor

    Maintenance and Service Unloading conveyor 7.15 Unloading conveyor ATTENTION If at the lower redirection of the unloading conveyor, at the guide rollers or in the con- veyor, dirt and weeds collect, then this soiling must be removed regularly, in case of need even several times during one working shift.

  • Page 455: Tighten The Belt

    Maintenance and Service Unloading conveyor 7.15.1 Tighten the belt WARNING Hazard of severe injuries. – The retension of the unloading conveyor belt may only be performed with drive switched off and engine shut off. – The machine must be secured against inadvertent starting of the engine. The unloading conveyor belt must be retensioned when the fingers of the cams hit the cleaning roller at the turn around.
  • Page 456 Maintenance and Service Unloading conveyor Drive wheels ATTENTION Replace drive wheels as soon as they show signs of wear, do not wait until the unloading conveyor belt skips! Check the drive wheels at least once each season for wear. Extremely worn drive wheels lead to premature wear of the unloading conveyor belt.

  • Page 457: Air Conditioning And Ventilation System

    Maintenance and Service Air conditioning and ventilation system 7.16 Air conditioning and ventilation system If the air conditioning system doesn't cool sufficiently, it may be down to the following causes: – Air conditioning system condenser is clogged. Remedy: clean the air conditioning system condenser –...

  • Page 458: Recirculating Filter

    Pay attention to the flow direction. The printed arrow (3) on the filter must point in the direction of windscreen. This filter element (ROPA item no. 352042200) should be renewed once a year in any case. 458 / 560...

  • Page 459: Fresh Air Intake Filter

    – Reinsert the cleaned filter element in the holding frame and fasten it using the knurled-head screw. – Close the cover. This filter element (ROPA item no. 352033200) should be renewed once a year in any case. 7.16.4 Condensate drain Check the air conditioning system condensate drain at the bottom of the driver's cabin regularly.

  • Page 460: Coolant Circuit

    – Have the coolant and collector dryer (1) (ROPA item no. 352041500) replaced by an authorised specialist workshop. A fluorescing agent is added to the coolant by ROPA. This enables quick and cost- effective detection of possible leaks in the air conditioning system.

  • Page 461: Battery Maintenance

    Where necessary, refill with lots of distilled water until the acid level is 10 mm above the upper level of the plates. This can be done quickly and safely with the ROPA battery cell filler with automatic level stop (ROPA item no. 015036400).

  • Page 462: Printer (Option)

    Maintenance and Service Printer (option) 7.18 Printer (option) After greater printing jobs, depending on the paper quality and unfavourable environ- mental effects, it may be necessary to clean the print head, sensor and the drive shaft, especially when some parts are no longer properly printed. –...

  • Page 463: Shutdown For A Longer Period Of Time

    Maintenance and Service Shutdown for a longer period of time 7.19 Shutdown for a longer period of time In case the machine has to be shut down for more than four weeks, then the following work must be performed: – Thoroughly wash the machine. Avoid directly spraying the bearings and supporting rollers.
  • Page 464 Maintenance and Service Shutdown for a longer period of time Batteries useful life To preserve the starting ability of the batteries in case of a shutdown period of more than 2 weeks, the following notes must be observed: – Check the liquid level. If it is too low, then exclusively fill up with distilled water to the maximum acid level mark.

  • Page 465: Dismantling And Disposal

    Maintenance and Service Dismantling and disposal 7.20 Dismantling and disposal If the machine is not disposed of properly at the end of its service life, it can lead to accidents and damages to environment. Hazard may come from: Hydraulic oil/ engine oil Lubricants/process materials Cooling fluid/coolant Fuel...
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  • Page 467: Malfunction And Remedies

    Malfunction and Remedies Malfunction and Remedies 467 / 560...
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  • Page 469: Safety Circuits

    – In case of the slightest doubt, call in specialist personnel trained accordingly or enquire with service personnel from ROPA. – Do not perform any repairs on the machine if you do not have the required special- ist knowledge and experience.

  • Page 470: Fuses

    Malfunction and Remedies Fuses Fuses 8.2.1 Fuses Commercially available flat plug-in fuses (melting fuses) are mainly used for the machine. These fuses are accessible without tools. The fuses for the electrical system are located – on the diesel engine (See Page 472) –...

  • Page 471: Electronic Fuses

    Malfunction and Remedies Fuses 8.2.2 Electronic fuses The fuses F085r - F324r are implemented as self-resetting electronic automatic cut- outs. If the light emitting diode (LED) (1) of a fuse is lit, then the fuse is overloaded and power supply to the connected component is interrupted. The self-resetting electronic fuses are located: –...

  • Page 472: Fuses On The Diesel Engine

    Malfunction and Remedies Fuses 8.2.3 Fuses on the diesel engine at RP2Sa at RP2Sd The main fuses are located at the rear right of the diesel engine (MEGA Fuses). F001 (1) supplies the engine switch cabinet. F003 (2) supplies the emergency steering pump. Further MEGA Fuses are located over to the battery case (See Page 474).
  • Page 473 Malfunction and Remedies Fuses Ampere Function Pos. in the machine Volvo diesel engine (internal) F601 Volvo EMS power supply diesel engine front, left top fuse (3) F602 Volvo ACM power supply (not used at RP2Sa) diesel engine front, left bottom fuse (4) F603 Electric water pump supply (only for RP2Sd) diesel engine front, right fuse (5)

  • Page 474: Fuses At The Battery Case

    Malfunction and Remedies Fuses 8.2.4 Fuses at the battery case Two main fuses (MEGA Fuse) are located over the battery case. F002 (2) supplies the middle electrics. F005 (5) supplies the central electrics. The other MEGA Fuses are located on the diesel engine (See Page 472).

  • Page 475: Fuses In The Driver's Cabin Seat Console

    Malfunction and Remedies Fuses 8.2.5 Fuses in the driver's cabin seat console Ampere Function F061 All computers, colour terminal, joystick, control elements F062 Air seat, seat heating Pin 15 F063 G015 voltage transformer 24 V / 5 V (only with optional printer) F064 G018 USB double socket F068...

  • Page 476: Fuses In The Central Electrical System In The Driver's Cabin

    Malfunction and Remedies Fuses 8.2.6 Fuses in the central electrical system in the driver's cabin Ampere Function F021 A038 I/O module III outputs F022 A039 I/O module IV outputs A007 colour terminal right F023 X340 diesel engine diagnosis outlet A070 colour terminal left F024 Inside light right F025...
  • Page 477 Malfunction and Remedies Fuses Ampere Function F045 A019 air conditioning control device F046 A046 Ethernet switch cabin F047 reserve F048 reserve F049 Sensors lifter box 24 V / radio console F051 Parking light right front, left rear F052 Parking light left front, right rear, switch lighting from light F053 Dimmed headlight...

  • Page 478: Fuses In The Central Electrical System Outside On The Driver's Cabin

    Malfunction and Remedies Fuses 8.2.7 Fuses in the central electrical system outside on the driver's cabin Ampere Function F006.A A001 power supply outputs F007.A A001 power supply outputs Pin 30 F008.A A001 power supply outputs F009.A Relay (not used) F010.A A001 power supply CPU Self-resetting electronic fuses with LED F101r.A...
  • Page 479 Malfunction and Remedies Fuses Ampere Function F118r.A 125mA B178 pressure sensor 3-point susp. relief (right) F119r.A 125mA D012 cabin roof camera F120r.A 125mA Individual camera F121r.A 125mA not used F122r.A 125mA not used F123r.A 125mA not used F131r.A 125mA B020 rpm infeed conveyor F132r.A 125mA S045 foot switch drive direction...

  • Page 480: Fuses In The Engine Fuse Box

    Malfunction and Remedies Fuses 8.2.8 Fuses in the engine fuse box Ampere Function F006.C A003 power supply outputs F007.C A003 power supply outputs Pin 30 F008.C A003 power supply outputs F009.C not used F010.C A003 power supply CPU F071 Outlet rear 24V F075 K043 supply battery relay, straight from battery Pin 30...
  • Page 481 Malfunction and Remedies Fuses Ampere Function F112r.C 125mA B046 tank sensor F113r.C 125mA B081/082 oil tank level/temperature F114r.C 125mA K043 identification ON (pin 15) F115r.C 125mA D002 back run camera F116r.C 125mA D004 unload conveyor camera F117r.C 125mA B080 pr. sensor emergency steering pump F118r.C 125mA D011 infeed conveyor camera...

  • Page 482: Fuses In The Central Electrics

    Malfunction and Remedies Fuses 8.2.9 Fuses in the central electrics Ampere Function F090 A002 power supply outputs F091 A002 power supply outputs 30 PCB F092 A002 power supply outputs F093 A002 power supply CPU Self-resetting electronic fuses with LED F151r 125mA B107 pressure sensor air chamber reservoir pressure F152r...
  • Page 483 Malfunction and Remedies Fuses Ampere Function F168r 125mA B210 bunker height increase front F169r 125mA B147 sensor swing angle rear axle F170r 125mA B223 pr. sensor strainer wheel 3 F171r 125mA B055 pr. sensor strainer wheel pump-pressure F172r 125mA not used F173r 125mA B075 sensor guide grids 1nd strainer wheel...

  • Page 484: Fuses In The Lifter Fuse Box (On Rr)

    Malfunction and Remedies Fuses 8.2.10 Fuses in the lifter fuse box (on RR) LED electronic fuse in the lifter fuse box Ampere Function F201r 100mA B030 rpm lifting rollers 1-6 F202r 100mA B176 rpm shaking share F203r 100mA B029 rpm depth-control shaft (only with angle gear model, TMT, DSM sensor) B068 pressure sensor defoliator relief right F301r...
  • Page 485 Malfunction and Remedies Fuses Ampere Function B063 sensor defoliator depth left F309r 100mA B064 sensor depth-control shaft height right B065 sensor depth-control shaft height left F310r 100mA B189 share body steering 1 B190 share body steering 2 F311r 100mA B191 share body steering 3 B192 share body steering 4 F312r 100mA...

  • Page 486: Relays List

    Malfunction and Remedies Relays list Relays list Designation Position in Comments Item no. the machine K001 Relay main load pin 15 central electrical load relay ignition current pin 15, 320009900 system in the dri- power 70 A ver's cabin K003 Relay direction indicator in the steering col- Flasher unit...

  • Page 487: Colour Codes For Electric Wiring

    Malfunction and Remedies Troubleshooting via the R-Touch Colour codes for electric wiring Colour codes for electric wiring brown ground brown/white wired ground pin 30 (continuous current) pink pin 15 (ignition current) yellow 9.0 Volt violet 12 volt blue digital signal lines (ON/OFF) green analogue signal lines (changing sensor values) grey...
  • Page 488 Malfunction and Remedies Troubleshooting via the R-Touch Part Position in the Comments ROPA item no. machine A001 Computer TTC580 in central electrics 320088700 on lid A002 Computer TTC580 under side lid right 320088700 rear A003 Computer TTC580 in engine switching...
  • Page 489 Malfunction and Remedies Troubleshooting via the R-Touch Part Position in the Comments ROPA item no. machine A080 Adblue pump on diesel engine only in RP2Sd, exhaust after- Volvo right front treatment A095 ACM, Volvo engine housing type ACM2, only in RP2Sd,...

  • Page 490: Overview Of Diagnostic Menus

    Malfunction and Remedies Troubleshooting via the R-Touch 8.5.1 Overview of diagnostic menus Main menu Service Main settings Version Autopilot Diagnosis Tuning Special functions System Teach in Operating data Master data Service Hardware exchange Software update Data service Error memory Please find below illustrations of the available diagnostics menus on the R-Touch. They facilitate malfunctions diagnostics for service personnel, if you call up the corre- sponding menu items after being requested by service personnel and notify the values or icons displayed to service personnel.
  • Page 491 Malfunction and Remedies Troubleshooting via the R-Touch Diagnosis Control elements A010 joystick right Digital inputs Analogue inputs A018 bunker unloading Rpm inputs A040 R-Select-Direct Outputs PWM+SW A041 keypad 1 Diesel engine A042 keypad 2 Control elements A043 keypad 3 Air conditioning system Functions Diagnosis Functions...

  • Page 492: Jump Starting And Charging The Battery

    Malfunction and Remedies Jump starting and charging the battery Jump starting and charging the battery ATTENTION – Should it become necessary to jump start the machine, then no charging or start- ing aid device connected to the mains or a generator may be used, because use of these devices can lead to irreparable damage of the machine electronics.
  • Page 493 Malfunction and Remedies Jump starting and charging the battery Charging the batteries Generally, for charging the batteries, the plus terminal (2) must be disconnected and the main battery switch must be switched off. Do not remove the plus terminal of the battery bridge (1). Only normal battery charging devices may be used for charging the battery.
  • Page 494 – Switch on the battery main switch on the ROPA machine. – Start the engine of the assisting vehicle and rev this engine up to a medium speed. – Start the engine of the ROPA machine and make sure, that a start attempt does not last longer than 15 seconds.

  • Page 495: Welding On The Machine

    Welding on structural parts or parts with a safety function may only be performed after enquiry with ROPA, to the extent as it is admissible under the respective applicable regulations. All welding works may only be performed as per applicable standards and the recognized rules of engineer- ing.
  • Page 496 Malfunction and Remedies Towing – Press or pull the gear lever (2) (left outside on the rear side of the gear box) into central position. Neither of the two gears may be engaged. – Connect an appropriate salvaging aid e.g. a rigid towing bar (See Page 497).

  • Page 497: Connecting Salvaging Aids

    Connecting of salvaging aids at the front side of the machine is extremely problematic and must be carried out by qualified versed personnel only in an extreme emergency. In case of need, contact ROPA customer service. ADVICE Always make sure of sufficient rigidity of the salvaging aids. Consider that the load caused on the salvaging aids during salvaging of a vehicle may amount to several times the normal vehicle weight.

  • Page 498: Jacking Up For Wheel Change

    – Secure the machine against rolling by engaging the parking brake and using the wheel chocks. – To raise the front and rear axles you will need the ROPA hoist for portal axles, ROPA item no. 018078600 with the contour plate, ROPA item no. 018078800.
  • Page 499 Malfunction and Remedies Jacking up for wheel change 499 / 560...

  • Page 500: Releasing The Parking Brake Manually

    Malfunction and Remedies Releasing the parking brake manually 8.11 Releasing the parking brake manually Working on the spring-loaded actuators is dangerous and may only be performed by people trained for this work and familiar with working on pre-stressed spring piles. DANGER Hazard to life due to the machine inadvertently rolling away.
  • Page 501 Malfunction and Remedies Releasing the parking brake manually WARNING Hazard of severe injuries from parts flung away with great force. The parts inside the spring-loaded actuator are pre-stressed with great spring force and may be flung away in case of improper opening and cause severe injuries to peo- ple.

  • Page 502: Deactivation Of The Spring-Loaded Actuators On The Rear Axle

    Malfunction and Remedies Releasing the parking brake manually 8.11.2 Deactivation of the spring-loaded actuators on the rear axle DANGER – Never park the vehicle unsecured with the spring-loaded actuator (1) released. – Secure the vehicle against rolling away using sufficiently large wedges. –...
  • Page 503 – Secure the vehicle against rolling away using the two wedges. – Take off screw-on cover (2). – Screw the emergency release nut (3) ROPA item no. 018104800 to the specified position on the adjusting screw (4) and hand-tighten. – Put the ring wrench on the emergency release nut and turn it clockwise under sig- nificant resistance (max.

  • Page 504: Hydraulic Valves

    Malfunction and Remedies Hydraulic valves Once the repair work is completed, the spring-loaded actuator must be activated as follows: – Unscrew again the emergency release nut with the ring wrench (5) counterclock- wise with noticeable resistance. – The housing must be closed using the screw-on cover again. –...

  • Page 505: Central Lubrication System - Bleeding And Removal Of Blocks

    Check the free passage by performing an intermediate lubrication. – Shouldn't the method prescribed here lead you to any success, please contact your ROPA service station. Some distributors are provided with a lubricating nipple. This lubricating nipple is used to simplify troubleshooting.

  • Page 506: Emergency Operation Ventilator Drives Emergency Operation

    Malfunction and Remedies Emergency operation ventilator drives emergency operation 8.14 Emergency operation ventilator drives emergency operation Emergency operation ventilator drives You can check whether the hydraulic oil cooler fan is really running at maximum speed as follows: – Pull the plug (3) labelled "Y136" from the reversing valve on the oil motor of the fan. –...

  • Page 507: Swinging Away The Fuel Tank

    Malfunction and Remedies Swinging away the fuel tank 8.15 Swinging away the fuel tank For better access to the bottom side of the hydraulic pumps in the engine compart- ment, it is possible to swing away the fuel tank as follows: –...

  • Page 508: Checklist For Optimising The Lifting Quality

    Malfunction and Remedies Checklist for optimising the lifting quality 8.16 Checklist for optimising the lifting quality For machines with scalper (Micro-Topper and standard topper) In the case of lifting faults check/change the settings in the following sequence: Remaining beet leaves –...
  • Page 509 Malfunction and Remedies Checklist for optimising the lifting quality Root fracture – Lift deeper – Reduce damaged beet lifting speed – Check/replace lifting shares – Reduce infeed conveyor rpm – Reduce strainer wheel rpm – Set sliding ring on pig tails downwards –...
  • Page 510 – Check strainer wheel pig tails (lost/broken) – Reduce the distance between guide grids and strainer wheels – Reduce distance between inner grids and strainer wheel The checklist was created by the company ROPA in cooperation with LIZ. 510 / 560...

  • Page 511: Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification

    Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Lists/Tables/Plans/ Diagrams/Maintenance Verification 511 / 560...
  • Page 512 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification 512 / 560...

  • Page 513: Lubricating And Operating Supplies

    Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Lubricating and operating supplies Lubricating and operating supplies Filling vol- Component Lubricant type Intervals ume: Diesel engine Engine oil, semi-synthetic every 500 oper. hrs. Volvo standard VDS-3 (only for RP2Sa) Exception: approx. Engine oil Sulphur content is 48 litres Engine oil, low SAPS max.
  • Page 514 Lubricating points as per DIN 51825, NLGI Class 2, Type: to lubricating plan KP2K-20, at low outside temperatures KP2K-30 Eccentric gears ROPA copper paste item no. 017033400 when needed (only RR-V) Air conditioning system Coolant and oil See Page 460...

  • Page 515: Maintenance Table

    Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Maintenance table Maintenance table Maintenance interval before har- after the when annu- vest Maintenance work daily first 50 after the every 50 every 500 needed ally oper. hrs. first 500 start oper. hrs. oper. hrs. oper. hrs. Diesel engine see also Volvo operating manual Volvo TAD1643VE-B / TWD1683VE Check oil level...
  • Page 516 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Maintenance table Maintenance interval before har- after the when annu- vest Maintenance work daily first 50 after the every 50 every 500 needed ally oper. hrs. first 500 start oper. hrs. oper. hrs. oper. hrs. Axles Check oil level Change oil Planetary gears See Page 404...
  • Page 517 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Maintenance table Maintenance interval before har- after the when annu- vest Maintenance work daily first 50 after the every 50 every 500 needed ally oper. hrs. first 500 start oper. hrs. oper. hrs. oper. hrs. Driver's cabin Clean recirculating air filter Replace recirculating filter Clean fresh air intake filter Renew fresh air intake filter...
  • Page 518 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Maintenance table Maintenance interval before har- after the when annu- vest Maintenance work daily first 50 after the every 50 every 500 needed ally oper. hrs. first 500 start oper. hrs. oper. hrs. oper. hrs. Elevator Check tension of elevator belt, possibly tighten Cross conveyors Check tension of cross conveyor chains,...

  • Page 519: Lubrication Schedule For Rr 6-Row Lifter

    Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Lubrication schedule for RR 6-row lifter Lubrication schedule for RR 6-row lifter Lubricating point Number of Every nipples oper. hrs. Topper Scalper bearings, per row Fold leaf-spreader rotation point Lever mechanism leaf-spreader folding Defoliator wheels locking lever (not RBSO) Rotation point service position defoliator Cylinder scalper up/down (not with RES) Fixing hooks defoliator parallelogram...
  • Page 520 All lubricating points must also be lubricated after each washing of the machine. After washing of the machine, the central lubrication system must also be lubricated using at least 2 intermediate lubrication cycles. Grease ROPA item no. 435006200 as per DIN 51825, NLGI-class 2, type: KP2K-20, at low outdoor temperatures KP2K-30.

  • Page 521: Lubricant Specification Table

    435002040 = 1000 l 435011410 = 20 l API GL 5, SAE 90, LS 435011420 = 60 l Gear oil LS ROPA gearOil GL5 90 LS 435011430 = 208 l See Page 526 435011440 = 1000 l 435011610 = 20 l...

  • Page 522: Product Data Sheetropa Hydrofluid Hvlp 46

    ROPA hydroFluid HVLP 46 provides a very high degree of uniformity. The optimal properties for protec- tion from wear, corrosion and oxidation guarantee the best possible functional safety of the hydraulic system. Due to the good filterability of ROPA hydroFluid HVLP 46, it can be used in many hydraulic systems. No filter plugging.

  • Page 523: Product Data Sheet Ropa Engineoil E7 10W-40

    ROPA engineOil E7 10W-40 is a high-performance diesel engine oil that can be used year-round and is rec- ommended for use in Euro III - Euro VI diesel engines. Due to its low ash content this product can be used in a wide variety of exhaust aftertreatment systems.

  • Page 524: Product Data Sheet Ropa Engineoil E9 5W-30

    The all-season viscosity range SAE 5W-30 preferred by many engine manufacturers is achieved due to the use of selected base oils of the modern synthesis technology. ROPA engineOil E9 5W-30 allows very long oil change intervals, providing simultaneously an improved engine protection. The modern "Low SAPS"...

  • Page 525: Product Data Sheetropa Gearoil Gl5 90

    Information on use ROPA gearOil GL5 90 gear oil is specially designed for heavy-duty hypoid drive axles and for bevel and spur gearboxes, steering boxes and manual transmissions in vehicles and machines with API GL-5 require- ments.

  • Page 526: Product Data Sheetropa Gearoil Gl5 90 Ls

    Combined manual and axle transmissions can be lubricated just as well as vehicles with transfer cases, par- ticularly for agricultural use. ROPA gearOil GL5 90 LS can be used in fleets with different vehicles to reduce the number of different types of oil in use, including in all drive axles that require API GL 5.

  • Page 527: Product Data Sheet Ropa Gearoil Gl5 75W-90 Synth

    The API GL-4 and API GL-5 requirements are easily met. ROPA gearOil GL5 75W-90 synth can also be used without problems in gear units that require gear oils com- plying with MAN 341 Type E3 and MAN 342 Type M3.

  • Page 528: Product Data Sheet Ropa Gearoil Gl5 75W-140 Ls Synth

    Product Data Sheet ROPA gearOil GL5 75W-140 LS synth Properties ROPA gearOil GL5 75W-140 LS synth is a fully synthetic hypoid gear oil with LS additive and is particularly recommended for heavy-duty drive axles with self-locking differentials or multi-disc brakes.

  • Page 529: Product Data Sheet Ropa Gearfluid Atf

    ROPA gearFluid ATF conforms to the General Motors ATF Dexron II D specification and is specified by major motor vehicle manufacturers who use automatic transmission that require Dexron II D. ROPA gearFluid ATF can also be used in automatic transmissions that conform to the Mercedes-Benz MB 236.1 specification.

  • Page 530: Product Data Sheet Ropa Multi Temperature Grease 2

    It especially meets the requirements of BEKA-MAX central lubrication systems and is suitable for the lubrica- tion of roller and sliding bearings, even under high loads. ROPA multi temperature grease 2 can also be used without problems for lubrication points that require grease as per MAN standards (works standard MAN 283 Li-P2) and Mercedes- Benz (delivery specification: DBL 6804.00 - Fuel regulation sheet 267).

  • Page 531: Diesel Engine Coolant

    Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Diesel engine coolant Diesel engine coolant Corrosion protection/antifreeze coolant ROPA item no. Sort Designation Standard/specification Container size Corrosion protec- Volvo Penta Coolant Diesel engine coolant 435010900 = 20 l tion/antifreeze coolant VCS (yellow) Volvo Penta Coolant VCS is a concentrate coolant. It must be diluted with water before use in the diesel engine cooling system.

  • Page 532: Filter Cartridges, V-Belts

    Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Filter cartridges, V-belts Filter cartridges, V-belts ROPA Panther 2Sa with Volvo TAD1643VE-B 565 kW / 768 hp ROPA Panther 2Sd with Volvo TWD1683VE 585 kW / 796 hp Part ROPA item no. Diesel engine Volvo TWD1683VE / TAD1643VE-B...
  • Page 533 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Filter cartridges, V-belts Part ROPA item no. V-belts Flat belt (outer belt for RP2Sa): V-belt, 1 pc. 304002500 Flat belt (outer belt for RP2Sd): V-belt, 1 pc. 304007000 Flat belt (inner belt for RP2Sa and RP2Sd): V-belt, 1 pc.

  • Page 534: Lubricating Plans

    Base machine only lubrication plan with 48 lubrication points End element with optical Marking indicator pin control 2 hose clip Main distributor: Lubricating circuit 3 ROPA item no. 360023100 Lubricating circuit 1 Lifter and defoliator Lubricating circuit 2 Lifting beam only Eccentric drive Distributor front axle: ROPA item no.
  • Page 535 Lubricating plans Marking End element with optical 2 hose clip indicator pin control Main distributor: Lubricating circuit 3 ROPA item no. 360023100 Lubricating circuit 1 Lifter and defoliator Lubricating circuit 2 Lifting beam only Eccentric drive Articulation distributor: ROPA item no. 360017900...

  • Page 536: Lubrication Plan For Rr Lifter (6-Row, 45 Cm/50 Cm/Variable)

    ROPA item no. 360019600 (1) Universal joint yoke connecting rod (2) Connecting rod end (3) Eccentric bearing Lubricating circuit 2 main distributor ROPA item no. 360019500 At defoliator distributor 105* Lubricating circuit 3 main distributor ROPA item no. 360019400 Lifting roller 7...

  • Page 537: Lubricating Plan For Ris Defoliator

    Depth-control wheel hub left Depth-control wheel hub right Depth-control wheel left Depth-control wheel right Leaf sensor left Leaf sensor right ROPA item no.: 360013400 9.7.4 Lubricating plan for RISU defoliator From main distributor lubricating circuit 3 Defoliator shaft left Defoliator shaft right...

  • Page 538: Lubricating Plan For Res-45/-50/-V

    From main distributor lubricating circuit 3 Cleaning shaft left Cleaning shaft right Depth-control wheel left Leaf sensor left Depth-control wheel right Depth-control wheel hub left Depth-control wheel hub right Leaf sensor right Defoliator shaft left Defoliator shaft right ROPA item no.: 360018200 538 / 560...

  • Page 539: Maintenance Verification

    Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Maintenance verification Maintenance verification 9.8.1 Maintenance verification oil change + filter exchange Date: Date: Date: Date: Date: Oper.hrs. Oper.hrs. Oper.hrs. Oper.hrs. Oper.hrs. Diesel engine Engine oil Engine oil filter Fuel filter cartridge, prefilter, engine Fuel filter cartridge, main filter, engine Fuel prefilter at the electric pump Main air filter Safety air filter...
  • Page 540 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Maintenance verification Date: Date: Date: Date: Date: Oper.hrs. Oper.hrs. Oper.hrs. Oper.hrs. Oper.hrs. Lifter gears Left front Left rear Right rear Paddle gears Shaking share gears Depth-control shaft gears (not with Poclain) Infeed conveyor gears 2-gear manual transmission Pump distributor gears Gear oil PDG oil filter Hydraulics...

  • Page 541: Maintenance Confirmation

    Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Maintenance verification 9.8.2 Maintenance confirmation _____ Maintenance after 1st customer service ROPA machine Plan 50 oper. hrs. May only be performed by completely ROPA performed on: Service Team performed by: Signature ______________________________________________ _____ Maintenance after The 1st diesel engine customer service Plan 500 oper.

  • Page 542: Torque Table For Bolts And Nuts (Nm)

    Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Torque table for bolts and nuts (Nm) Torque table for bolts and nuts (Nm) Metric thread DIN 13 Dimension 10.9 12.9 1050 1220 1100 1550 1800 1200 1450 2100 2450 Metric fine thread DIN 13 Dimension 10.9 12.9 M8x1 M10x1 M12x1.5...

  • Page 543: Adblue® Information Sheet

    Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification AdBlue® information sheet 9.10 AdBlue® information sheet Identification AdBlue is the trade name for the diesel engine NOx reduction agent AUS 32 defined by the standard DIN 70070 / ISO 22241. AdBlue functions AdBlue reduces toxic nitrogen oxides to water vapour and elementary nitrogen in the exhaust of diesel-powered vehicles with SCR catalytic converter technology.
  • Page 544 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification AdBlue® information sheet Regulations The product does not need to be labelled in accordance with EC directives or respec- tive national laws. National regulations: Statutory Ordinance on Hazardous Inci- not subject to dents: Marking Pumps for dispensing AdBlue are labelled with standard designation DIN 70070 / ISO 22241, or with the AdBlue trade name.
  • Page 545 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification AdBlue® information sheet Disposal of smaller quantities: Due to its easy decomposition, small quantities of spilled AdBlue can be rinsed away without a problem using copious water. Disposal of larger quantities: Disposal of larger quantities of AdBlue must be carried out in compliance with applica- ble recovery and disposal regulations.
  • Page 546 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification AdBlue® information sheet 546 / 560...

  • Page 547: Confirmation About Instructions Given To The Driver

    Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Confirmation about instructions given to the driver 9.11 Confirmation about instructions given to the driver Mrs/Mr date of birth Last name and first name Was instructed about safe handling of the machine about maintenance of the machine Last name and first name Has demonstrated the required knowledge for safe handling of the machine...
  • Page 548 Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification Confirmation about instructions given to the driver 548 / 560...

  • Page 549: Safety Instructions

    WARNING If people enter the zones around the ROPA Panther 2S that are designated as danger zones in the following illustration while the machine is lifting, they are at risk of very serious injury or or even fatal injury. The draft below shows these zones shaded.
  • Page 550 ROPA sugar beet harvester. I have completely received this information and under- stood it. I agree not to enter the hazard zones as long as the machine is running in lifting operation.

  • Page 551: Ropa Handover Confirmation

    Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification ROPA Handover confirmation 9.13 ROPA Handover confirmation ROPA Fahrzeug- und Maschinenbau GmbH, Sittelsdorf 24, D-84097 Herrngiersdorf Support point address: Chassis number: Type: Sub device no.: Type: Sub device no.: Type: Sub device no.: Type: Sub device no.: Type:...
  • Page 552 (written, by phone or e-mail) about products and services can be received by the ROPA support point and/or ROPA, or passed on to ROPA, as well as stored, processed and used. The non-granting of the consent does not effect on the delivery of the purchased item or services. You can, if desired, partially strike out this consent.

  • Page 553: Ropa First Use Record

    Lists/Tables/Plans/Diagrams/Maintenance Verification ROPA First Use Record 9.14 ROPA First Use Record ROPA Fahrzeug- und Maschinenbau GmbH, Sittelsdorf 24, D-84097 Herrngiersdorf ROPA partner: Customer / site of operation: Chassis No.: Operating hours: Machine type: Lifting/loading hours: Software version: Harvested area: Record: Any customer complaints: The safe operation and maintenance were explained to the customer.
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  • Page 555: Index

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  • Page 557 Index " Compressed air system........341 Compressor............342 Condensate drain..........459 "R-Balance" chassis........... 216 Conveyor chains......... 446, 448 Conveyor drive........... 451 Conveyor drive shaft.......... 452 Coolant check..........379, 382 acid batteries............39 Coolant circuit............. 460 Activating offset-steer......... 205 Cooling system........... 375, 513 AdBlue®.............
  • Page 558 Index Exhaust after-treatment........386 Exhaust gas category........... 48 Joystick............... 149 Joystick with multi-functional handle....86 Jump starting............492 Filling up grease gun.......... 345 Filling volume............513 Fire extinguisher..........104 first aid..............34 Keypad I............... 81 First startup............104 Keypad II.............. 82 First Use Record..........
  • Page 559 ROPA engineOil E7 10W-40......523 ROPA engineOil E9 5W-30........ 524 ROPA gearFluid ATF.......... 529 Obligations of the entrepreneur......25 ROPA gearOil GL5 75W-140 LS synth....528 Offset-steer............203 ROPA gearOil GL5 75W-90 synth...... 527 Offset strainer wheel tines........307 ROPA gearOil GL5 90........525 Oil change at diesel engine........
  • Page 560 Index Shutdown............356 Shut down diesel engine........161 Shutdown for a longer period of time..463, 463 Valve clearance..........385 Side shift............. 281 Ventilation nozzles........134, 457 Spare Parts............15 Ventilation system..........457 Spare Parts Telephone........15 Ventilator emergency operation......506 Speed limiting.............

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