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KUHN FC313 RF Operator's Manual

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Mower conditioner
KN021AGB C
- English - 02-2005

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL Mower conditioner KN021AGB C - English - 02-2005...

  • Page 3: Dear Owner

    Designated use of the machine The FC313 RF mower conditioner must only be used for the work for which it has been designed: mowing on the ground of hay fields, grass silage fields and improved pastures for the purpose of harvesting fodder for feeding livestock.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Mower conditioner FC313 RF $CONTENTS Dear Owner........................1 Contents ......................... 2 Identification of the machine ..................4 Front view ............................4 Rear view ............................4 Model idendification plate....................... 5 Optional equipment ......................... 5 Safety ..........................6 Description of symbols used in this document ................6 Safety instructions...........................
  • Page 5 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Instructions for transport ....................35 Setting the machine into transport position ................35 Conformity with the road regulations..................36 Instructions for work....................37 Setting the machine into work position..................37 Adjustments in working position ....................38 Machine use ........................... 45 Optional equipment......................47...

  • Page 6: Identification Of The Machine

    Mower conditioner FC313 RF $IDENTIFICATION OF THE MACHINE 1. Front view 2. Rear view Identification of the machine...

  • Page 7: Model Idendification Plate

    Mower conditioner FC313 RF 3. Model idendification plate Please write below the type and serial number of the machine. This information is to be indicated to the dealer for all spare parts orders. KUHN S.A. 67700 SAVERNE - FRANCE FC313 RF...

  • Page 8: Safety

    Mower conditioner FC313 RF $SAFETY 1. Description of symbols used in this document This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided, could result in serious bodily injury. This symbol is used to identify special instructions or procedures which, if not followed strictly, could result in machinery damage.

  • Page 9: Safety Instructions

    Never let anyone operate the machine who is not trained to do so. Should you have any difficulties in understanding certain parts in this manual, please contact your KUHN. Precautions to be taken before carrying out any operations on the machine...
  • Page 10 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Precautions to take before using the machine Do not wear loose clothing which could become caught up in moving parts. Wear the appropriate protective clothing for the work in hand (gloves, shoes, goggles, helmet, ear-protectors, etc.).
  • Page 11 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Precautions when driving on public roads Dimensions Depending on the dimensions of the machine, contact the relevant authorities to ensure that it can be legally transported on public roads. If the machine is over the maximum legal size, follow the local regulations for special transports of oversize equipment.
  • Page 12 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Precautions when coupling Before attaching the machine, make sure that it cannot accidentally start moving (chock the wheels) and that the parking stand is in the right position. The machine must only be attached to the hitch points provided for this purpose (the lower links and the top link of the tractor).
  • Page 13 Mower conditioner FC313 RF PTO shaft Use only PTO shafts supplied with the machine or recommended by the manufacturer. The protective shield of the tractor PTO stub, the PTO shaft guards and the protective covering of the machine input shaft must always be in place and in good condition.
  • Page 14 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Precautions during manoeuvres When moving the machine from the transport position to the working position and vice versa, make sure that nobody is within the machine pivoting area. Remote controlled components Danger of crushing and shearing can exist when components are operated by hydraulic or pneumatic controls.
  • Page 15 Do not solder, weld or use a blow torch near fluids under pressure or inflammable products. For your own safety and for correct machine operation, only use genuine KUHN parts. It is strongly recommended to have your machine serviced by your dealer after each season, especially cutting elements and their fixing devices.
  • Page 16 Immediately replace any worn, damaged or missing cutting tool or element. To do this, use the tool outfit supplied with the machine. For your safety, only use genuine KUHN parts ! Regularly check the condition of the protection covers.

  • Page 17: Location And Description Of Pictorials On The Machine

    Mower conditioner FC313 RF 3. Location and description of pictorials on the machine Location of pictorials 599011001 59900300 59900800 59900800 59900800 599011001 Safety...
  • Page 18 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Description of pictorials Operating instructions (1) CAUTION The operator's manual contains all the information necessary for using the machine safely. It is imperative BEFORE STARTING THE to read and comply with all instructions. MACHINE READ OPERATOR’S MANUAL AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
  • Page 19 CAUTION The cutting tools and their attachment hardware meet safety and reliability criteria set by standards and by the manufacturer. For your own safety and for correct machine operation, only use genuine KUHN parts. USE ONLY GENUINE KUHN SERVIVE PARTS...

  • Page 20: Road Safety Equipment And Recommendations

    Mower conditioner FC313 RF 4. Road safety equipment and recommendations The road safety equipment is mounted in the factory or by your authorized dealer according to current safety regulations. The front safety device comprises: - 2 signalling panels (1). - 2 white lights (2).

  • Page 21: Machine Specifications

    Mower conditioner FC313 RF $MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS 1. Description and glossary Headstock Mowing unit Parking stand Lateral parking stand Hydro-pneumatic accumulators Swath shield Transport lock lever Cutterbar Central gearbox 10 : Side gearbox 11 : Lift cylinder 12 : Pressure gauge...

  • Page 22: Technical Specifications

    Mower conditioner FC313 RF 2. Technical specifications Front mounted with a quick release "A" frame coupler Attachment type category 2 (ISO 11001) Number of discs Working width 3.11 m (10’2’’) Width in working position 3.75 m (12’4’’) Height in working position 1.66 m (5’5’’)

  • Page 23: Putting Into Service

    Mower conditioner FC313 RF $PUTTING INTO SERVICE 1. Description of control elements The machine is supplied with an 18 box spanner to carry out certain adjustment and maintenance tasks. 2. Coupling and uncoupling The machine adapts to tractors equipped with a front mounted 3-point lift linkage fitted with a quick release ’’A’’...
  • Page 24 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Preparing the tractor The tractor PTO must rotate at a speed of 1000 min 1000 The tractor must be equipped with: - 1 single acting valve with float position. - 1 standard ISO 5676 female plug.
  • Page 25 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Quick release "A" frame coupler Attach the quick release "A" frame coupler to the tractor's front lift linkage using the hitch pins supplied with the machine (Part no. 56618200). Attach check chains on hitch pins and secure using washers, roll pins and lynch pins.
  • Page 26 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Preparing the machine Central gearbox The machine can be driven with a PTO stub rotating clockwise or counterclockwise. Check the rotation direction of the tractor's PTO stub:: - Clockwise rotation: The central gearbox is factory set for a clockwise rotating input drive.
  • Page 27 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Mowing unit The mowing unit can be mounted on the headstock in a forward or backward position (L = 150 mm / 5.9’’). - Adjust the mowing unit in forward position when the distance A between the tractor front wheels and the front part of the "A"...
  • Page 28 Mower conditioner FC313 RF "A" frame lock adjustment - Loosen the stop mounting screw (1). - Couple the machine to the tractor. - Rotate adjusting screw (3) until stop (2) contacts latch (4). - Check that latch is free to operate by pulling lever. If operation is difficult untighten adjusting screw 1/2 half a turn.
  • Page 29 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Coupling the machine With the machine in parking position: If the diameter D of "A" frame coupler lock hole is below 4.5 mm / 0.2’’, it must be enlarged. - Open machine swath shields to avoid interferences with the tractor's "A"...
  • Page 30 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Hydraulic connection If the pressure gauge indicates a pressure of approximately 75 bar (1088 psi) when the machine is in parking or working position, no adjustment is required. Bleeding ground pressure hydraulic circuit and adjusting ground pressure...
  • Page 31 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Bleeding the raising/lowering circuit With the machine attached: - Raise and lower the mowing unit using the machine lift cylinders. - Repeat the procedure minimum 2 more times. - The pressure gauge needle moves. Electrical connection Connect 7-pin plug to the tractor.
  • Page 32 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Primary PTO shaft Make sure that the PTO shaft is correctly adjusted, to avoid premature wear and tear. The tractor PTO must rotate at a speed of 1000 min Separate the two half PTO shafts and connect them to the machine's input shaft and to the tractor stub.
  • Page 33 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Attach pto shaft guard chain in hole (1)on machine side. Immediately replace any worn or damaged guard. Secondary PTO shaft Before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, turn off ignition key and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop.
  • Page 34 Mower conditioner FC313 RF - Tighten nuts to release the friction discs. - Turn the coupler. - Thread nuts away until they bottom against the threaded studs. The friction slip clutch is ready to function. Putting into service...
  • Page 35 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Adjusting the machine Frame height and check chains. With the machine attached: - Lower the mowing unit using the machine lift cylinders. - Lower the tractor's front linkage to position frame at approximately 500 mm / 1’8’’ from the mowing unit.
  • Page 36 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Fitting the rear protection cover - Close and lock machine swath shields. - Before attaching tensioner end (1) to the swath shield, slide it underneath the latch. - Hook tensioner end (2) to the safety chain.

  • Page 37: Instructions For Transport

    Mower conditioner FC313 RF $INSTRUCTIONS FOR TRANSPORT Before placing the machine into transport position: Wait until the rotating parts have come to a complete stop. 1. Setting the machine into transport position From the working position: - Release and fold side guards upwards using 18mm box spanner supplied with the machine.

  • Page 38: Conformity With The Road Regulations

    Mower conditioner FC313 RF 2. Conformity with the road regulations Before driving the machine on public roads, ensure that the machine meets current highway code regulations. Check that the signalling panels are clean and that the lighting equipment functions before going on public roads.

  • Page 39: Instructions For Work

    Mower conditioner FC313 RF $INSTRUCTIONS FOR WORK 1. Setting the machine into work position From the transport position: - Lower the tractor's lift linkage to tension the check chains. - Lower the transport lock lever in working position. - Lower and lock side guards.

  • Page 40: Adjustments In Working Position

    Mower conditioner FC313 RF 2. Adjustments in working position Cutting height The desired cutting height is obtained directly by adjusting the top link length. The height can be adjusted between 30 and 80 mm (1.1’’ - 3.1’’) depending on the tractors.
  • Page 41 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Ground pressure - The mowing unit suspension is obtained by 2 hydro- pneumatic accumulators. - By modifying the pressure in the accumulators, the mowing unit ground pressure is altered. To check the ground pressure : - Place the machine in working position.
  • Page 42 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Pressure adjustment Increasing pressure in hydro-pneumatic accumulators to reduce the mowing unit ground pressure: - Place the machine in working position. - Open the hydraulic valve using the 18mm box spanner supplied with the machine. - Lift mowing unit using machine lift cylinders.
  • Page 43 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Conditioning intensity Before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, turn off ignition key and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Conditioning intensity is determined by the pressure exerted by the two rollers.
  • Page 44 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Check minimum play between rollers: J = 2 à 3 mm (0.08’’ - 0.12’’) Readjust if necessary. Block screw and counter-nut. The use of Loctite 601 is recommended. Chain tension For proper chain tension: E = 1 à 5 mm (0.04’’ - 0.20’’).
  • Page 45 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Chain replacement and roller synchronization To replace the chain: - Remove 4 bolts (1). - Remove chain guard (2). - Loosen chain. - Remove quick release link (1) and then chain (2). - Place wedge (1) between upright (2) and roller (3).
  • Page 46 Mower conditioner FC313 RF - Fit new chain on sprockets (1) and (2). - Place one chain end on sprocket (3). Check chain tension between sprocket (2) and sprocket (3): - If the chain is not tensioned (a): • Remove sprocket (3) and turn spline by spline (b) until proper tension is obtained (c).

  • Page 47: Machine Use

    Mower conditioner FC313 RF 3. Machine use Before mowing and to reduce risks of projections, lower side guards and front hood. Fit rear cover tensioners to swath shield screws. Keep all persons and animals away from the machine danger zone.
  • Page 48 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Machine safety In case an obstacle is struck: Before carrying out any maintenance or repairs on the machine, switch off the tractor engine, remove ignition key, wait until all moving parts have come to a standstill and apply park brake.

  • Page 49: Optional Equipment

    Mower conditioner FC313 RF $OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 1. Quick release "A" frame coupler For tractors not equipped with a quick release "A" frame coupler ISO 11001: Kit no. 1276870. 2. 1 3/8’’ - 21 spline yoke Part no. 4603256 A specific yoke is available as option for tractors equipped with a 1 3/8’’...

  • Page 50: Maintenance And Storage

    Mower conditioner FC313 RF $MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE CAUTION Before carrying out any maintenance or repairs on the machine, switch off the tractor BEFORE ADJUSTING engine, remove ignition key, wait until all MAINTAINING OR REPAIRING THE MACHINE, TURN OFF THE moving parts have come to a standstill and...
  • Page 51 Mower conditioner FC313 RF PTO shaft Primary PTO shaft - Every 8 hours: • U-joints (1). • transmission tube (2). • guide rings (3). Secondary PTO shaft - Every 250 hours: • U-joints (1). • transmission tube (2). • guide rings (3).
  • Page 52 Mower conditioner FC313 RF After the first 10 hours of use Cutterbar draining and refilling Before draining oil, operate the cutterbar for a few minutes so that the oil warms up. The cutterbar is lubricated with 2.25 L (0.6 US gal) of SHELL extreme-pressure gear oil with viscosity grade SAE 80W and API grade GL4.
  • Page 53 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Every 20 hours Lubricate roller drive chain To lubricate the chain: - Remove 4 bolts (1). - Remove chain guard (2). - Lubricate chain (1) using SAE 80W GL4 oil type. - Reinstall chain guard. - Tightening torque: 12.5 daN m (92 lbf ft).
  • Page 54 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Every 30 hours Grease: - Lower links (1). Every 50 hours Oil: - Cylinder pins (1). - Top link (1). Maintenance and storage...
  • Page 55 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Every 200 hours or at the end of the season Lateral gearbox draining Before draining oil, operate the cutterbar for a few minutes so that the oil warms up. The lateral gearbox is lubricated with 0.7 L (0.18 US gal) litre(s) SAE 80W grade SHELL oil (extreme pressure) for mechanical transmissions.
  • Page 56 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Central gearbox draining Before draining oil, operate the cutterbar for a few minutes so that the oil warms up. The lateral gearbox is lubricated with 2.5 L (0.66 US gal) litre(s) SAE 80W grade SHELL oil (extreme pressure) for mechanical transmissions.
  • Page 57 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Cutterbar draining and refilling Before draining oil, operate the cutterbar for a few minutes so that the oil warms up. The cutterbar is lubricated with 2.25 L (0.6 US gal) of SHELL extreme-pressure gear oil with viscosity grade SAE 80W and API grade GL4.
  • Page 58 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Every 250 hours Secondary PTO shaft Place the machine in working position. Stop the tractor engine and remove ignition key. Remove secondary pto shaft for easier access to grease zerks. The grease zerks of the secondary PTO shaft U-joints and guiding bushes are accessible by unlocking the 2 clips of the 2 guard cones.

  • Page 59: Maintenance

    Mower conditioner FC313 RF 3. Maintenance Before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, turn off ignition key and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Hydro-pneumatic accumulators Before any work is carried out on a hydraulic circuit with hydro-pneumatic accumulator, depressurize the circuit.
  • Page 60 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Basic adjustments Transport stops Transport stops (1) limit the machine's oscillation during transport. The transport stops are factory set. Transport stop rubbers must flaten themselves by 10 mm (0.4’’) in transport position. Adjustment: From the working position: - Loosen counter-nuts ((2)).
  • Page 61 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Checking cutterbar oil level Regularly check the cutterbar oil level: • Place the cutterbar in horizontal position (with regards to X and Y axis). • Remove filler plug (1) and (2) as well as their seals.
  • Page 62 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Inspection of knives and securing elements Immediately replace worn or damaged parts with genuine KUHN parts. Knives Inspect systematically all knives before the machine is operated to: • guarantee the cutting quality. • guarantee safety in use.
  • Page 63 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Fixing elements Check the fixing elements: - After hitting an obstacle. - When replacing knives. - At the beginning of each season. The fixing bolts should be changed in the following cases: - When there is visible warping.
  • Page 64 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Knife replacement Replace knife lock-nuts and bolts when they have been removed 5 times. Replace systematically all worn or distorted knives. Never straighten a bent knife. Always replace both knives per disc. Clean the nut case.
  • Page 65 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Disc replacement Place a wooden wegde (2) between two discs to stop them from moving. Remove 2 bolts (1) and their spring washers using the box spanner supplied with the machine. Remove the disc conical cover.
  • Page 66 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Outer and inner cones Check torque of attachment bolts (1) of outer and inner cone covers (2) and (3): 6 daN m (44 lbf ft). Replace any lost or damaged cover. (2) (Part no. 56803400) (3) (Part no. 56806610)

  • Page 67: Storage

    Mower conditioner FC313 RF 4. Storage At the end of each season - Clean the machine thoroughly. - Drain all gearboxes and cutterbar and refill with new oil (see "Lubrication" chapter). - Make all necessary paint touching ups. - Put the machine under cover in a dry place.

  • Page 68: Trouble Shooting Guide

    Mower conditioner FC313 RF $TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Problem Cause Remedy Dull or broken knives. Replace knives. Make sure the arrow on the knife Uneven stubble. Knives not installed correctly. upper face is pointing in the disc's direction of rotation. Too low PTO speed (rotational Increase speed to 1000 min frequency).
  • Page 69 Mower conditioner FC313 RF Too low PTO speed (rotational Increase speed to 1000 min frequency). Badly shaped windrows. Incorrect swath shield Adjust swath shields. adjustment. Insufficient cutterbar ground Incorrect tractor lift linkage clearance in "headland turn" See machine attachment. setting.

  • Page 70: Limited Warranty

    KUHN equipment of its own manufacture from an authorized KUHN dealer, that such equipment is, at the time of delivery to such purchaser, free from defects in material and workmanship, providing the machine is used and serviced in accordance with the recommendations in the Operator's manual.
  • Page 71 - The warranty claim is submitted on a KUHN warranty claim form, and is sent to the Company (preferably via extranet - www.kuhnsa.com) within one month after the date of failure or the date of problem becoming apparent.
  • Page 72 Société Anonyme au Capital de 4 800 000 Euros KUHN-NODET S.A. 30 rue de la Grande Haie (Z.I.) F - 77876 MONTEREAU CEDEX (FRANCE) Tél. : + 33 (0) 1 64 70 42 00 - Fax : + 33 (0) 1 64 70 42 19 www.kuhnsa.com - E-mail : info@kuhnsa.com...

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