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KUHN EL162 Operator's Manual

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  • Page 1 KN146AGB_L Operator's manual Read carefully before starting the machine Power tiller Cultitiller Cultiplow Original instructions - English - 01-2020 KN146AGB_L...

  • Page 3: Dear Owner

    1. Dear Owner In buying a Kuhn machine you have chosen wisely. Into it have gone years of thought, research and improvement. You will find, as have thousands of owners all over the world, that you have the best that engineering skill and actual field testing can produce.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Cultiplow EL162 2. Contents Dear Owner ........................3 Contents ..........................4 Identification of the machine..................8 Front view ............................8 Rear view ............................8 Model identification plate ......................... 9 Optional equipment........................10 Safety..........................11 Description of symbols used in this document................11 Safety instructions ......................... 12 4.2.1...
  • Page 5 Cultiplow EL162 Required equipment ........................35 5.3.1 PTO shaft ......................... 35 5.3.2 Rotors..........................36 5.3.3 Rollers ..........................37 5.3.4 Front wheels........................40 5.3.5 Rear wheels ........................40 5.3.6 Skids..........................40 Sound levels ..........................41 Putting into service...................... 42 Coupling and uncoupling ....................... 42 6.1.1...
  • Page 6 Cultiplow EL162 Rear wheels ........................... 81 9.3.1 Signalling .......................... 81 9.3.2 Working depth adjustment ....................81 9.3.3 Machine use ........................81 Skids .............................. 83 9.4.1 Uncoupling the machine ....................83 9.4.2 Working depth adjustment ....................83 Side discs ............................84 9.5.1...
  • Page 7 Cultiplow EL162 10.3 Lubrication ............................116 10.3.1 PTO shaft ........................116 10.3.2 Emptying .........................117 10.3.3 Greasing......................... 121 10.4 Maintenance ..........................122 10.4.1 Tool replacement ......................122 10.4.2 Replacing the rotor ......................129 10.5 Storage ............................131 10.5.1 At the end of each season....................131 10.5.2 At the start of each season.....................

  • Page 8: Identification Of The Machine

    Cultiplow EL162 3. Identification of the machine Front view Rear view 3. - Identification of the machine KN146AGB_L...

  • Page 9: Model Identification Plate

    EL162 Model identification plate - Please write below the type and serial number of the machine. This information is to be given to the Kuhn authorized dealer for any spare parts order or warranty claim. type: EL162 Serial no.: KUHN S.A.

  • Page 10: Optional Equipment

    Cultiplow EL162 Optional equipment - Tick box corresponding to the equipment fitted on your machine: Rotors EL 162 - 250 EL 162 - 300  Cultirotor rotor with C-blades.  Larger diameter L-blade rotor (HD).  "FAST-FIT" Cultitiller rotor. ...

  • Page 11: Safety

    Cultiplow EL162 4. Safety 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 12: Safety Instructions

    Cultiplow EL162 Safety instructions 4.2.1 Introduction The machine must only be operated, maintained and repaired by competent persons who are familiar with machines' specifications and operation and aware of safety regulations for preventing accidents. The operator must imperatively respect safety instructions in this manual and in the warnings posted on the machine.

  • Page 13: Read And Follow The Safety Instructions

    Never let anyone operate the machine who is not trained to do so. Should you have any difficulties in understanding any parts of this manual, please contact your KUHN dealer. 4.2.3 Precautions to be taken before carrying out any operations on the machine...

  • Page 14: Precautions To Take Before Using The Machine

    Cultiplow EL162 4.2.4 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 defenders, etc.).

  • Page 15: Precautions When Driving On Public Roads

    Cultiplow EL162 4.2.6 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 transportation of oversize equipment.
  • Page 16 Cultiplow EL162 For machines with hoppers or tanks: - If the total unit weight exceeds the tractor Gross Combined Weight Rating in accordance with the countrie's legislation, empty the hopper to travel on public roads. - In any case, we recommend to travel on public roads with empty hoppers and tanks.
  • Page 17 Cultiplow EL162 Stage 2: - Couple the machine to the tractor. To measure: - Load on front axle (t1): • Tractor + machine (transport position). To do: - If the front axle load (t1) is below 20% of the tractor tare (T), add ballast weights (M1) to exceed the minimum load on the front axle.

  • Page 18: Maximum Speed

    Cultiplow EL162 Stage 4: To measure: - Load on rear axle (t2): • Tractor + machine (transport position). • Ballast weights. kg kg Checking: - Check in the tractor's operator's manual that the value measured is below the maximum allowed tractor rear axle load.

  • Page 19: Hydraulic Circuit

    Cultiplow EL162 4.2.9 Hydraulic circuit Caution ! The hydraulic circuit is under high pressure. Maximum pressure at work: 200 bar (2901 psi). Before connecting hoses to the tractor hydraulics, ensure that tractor and machine circuits are not under pressure. Before disconnecting a hose, depressurize the hydraulic circuit.

  • Page 20: Pto Shaft

    Cultiplow EL162 4.2.10 PTO shaft Use only PTO shafts supplied with the machine or recommended by the machine manufacturer. The protective shield of the tractor PTO stub, the PTO shaft guards and the protective shield of the machine input shaft must always be in place and in good condition.
  • Page 21 Cultiplow EL162 Do not install any adapter device that results in a portion of the tractor PTO stub, the rotating PTO shaft, or the adapter to be unguarded. The tractor master shield shall overlap the end of the splined shaft and the added adaptor device as outlined in the table.

  • Page 22: Precautions During Manoeuvres

    Cultiplow EL162 4.2.11 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. 4.2.12 Remote controlled components Danger of crushing and shearing can exist when components are operated by hydraulic or pneumatic controls.

  • Page 23: Precautions For Maintenance And Repair Work

    For your own safety and for correct machine operation, only use original manufacturer parts. It is strongly recommended to have your machine checked by your Kuhn dealer after each season, especially tools and their attaching hardware. 4.2.16 Projection of stones and foreign...

  • Page 24: Precautions For Machine Use

    Cultiplow EL162 4.2.17 Precautions for machine use Before each use, check the soil preparation implements and their attachment hardware in accordance with the instructions given in this manual. Replace any worn, damaged or missing soil preparation implement or fastener immediately. For your safety, only use genuine parts ! Check the guards regularly.

  • Page 25: Location And Description Of Safety Decals On The Machine

    Cultiplow EL162 Location and description of safety decals on the machine 4.3.1 Location of safety decals 4. - Safety KN146AGB_L...

  • Page 26: Description Of Safety Decals

    Cultiplow EL162 4.3.2 Description of safety decals  Operating instructions (1) The operators' manual contains all the information necessary for using the machine safely. It is imperative to read and comply with all instructions.  Working on the machine (2)
  • Page 27 Cultiplow EL162  Do not step on the machine (4) - Do not step on the machine: Risk of falling or damaging the protection device.  Rotary tools (5) - Keep away from rotating elements and from the machine all the time the engine is running, the PTO drive is engaged and the rotors are turning.

  • Page 28: Road Safety Equipment And Recommendations

    Road safety equipment and recommendations The road safety equipment is mounted in the factory or by your authorized Kuhn dealer according to current safety regulations. - Always keep to the legal speed limit for driving a tractor-machine assembly on public roads.

  • Page 29: Instructions Specific To France

    Cultiplow EL162 If the machine is fitted with rear wheels: The rear device is made up of the following components: • 2 red reflectors (1). 4.4.1 Instructions specific to France To conform with the current road regulations, the machine must be fitted with specific signalling panels when driving on public roads.

  • Page 30: Machine Specifications

    Cultiplow EL162 5. Machine specifications Description and glossary Headstock lower links Front guard Side guard Friction slip clutch Central gearbox Rotor Roller Scraper bar 10 : Rear hood 11 : Rear hood adjustment cranks 12 : Side gearbox 5. - Machine specifications...

  • Page 31: Technical Specifications

    Cultiplow EL162 Technical specifications EL162 Coupling device 3 point linkage category 2 and 3 PTO speed 540/min or 750/min or 1000/min Working width 2.50 m (8’2’’) 3.00 m (9’10’’) Working depth from 80 to 250 mm (3’’-9.8’’)(approximately) Overall width in transport position 2.77 m (8’2’’)
  • Page 32 Cultiplow EL162 EL162 Rotor speed Factory setting(1000/min) 236/min Outer rotor diameter • Power tiller 550 mm (1’9’’) • Larger diameter rotor ( HD ) 590 mm (1’11’’) • Cultitiller 570 mm (1’10’’) • Cultiplow 570 mm (1’10’’) Number of blades •...
  • Page 33 Cultiplow EL162 EL162 Weight With skids 1041 kg (2290 lb) 1210 kg (2662 lb) Power tiller 1133 kg (2493 lb) 1320 kg (2904 lb) Larger diameter rotor ( HD ) 1065 kg (2343 lb) 1234 kg (2715 lb) Cultitiller 1221 kg (2686 lb)
  • Page 34 Cultiplow EL162 EL162 Weight With Packliner roller 1800 kg (3968 lb) Power tiller 1862 kg (4105 lb) Power tiller ( HD ) 1814 kg (3999 lb) Cultitiller 1974 kg (4351 lb) Cultiplow With Steelliner roller 1760 kg (3880 lb) Power tiller...

  • Page 35: Required Equipment

    Cultiplow EL162 Required equipment 5.3.1 PTO shaft The machines are factory fitted with one of the following PTO shafts: • 1"3/8 - 6 spline pto shaft (P500 - PG25SW). • 1"3/8 - 21 spline pto shaft (P500 - PG25SW). • 1"3/4 - 6 spline pto shaft (P500 - PG25SW).

  • Page 36: Rotors

    Cultiplow EL162 5.3.2 Rotors Machines can be factory fitted with the following rotors:  Cultirotor rotor  Larger diameter L-blade rotor ( HD )  "FAST-FIT" Cultitiller rotor  "EASY-FIT" Cultiplow rotor 5. - Machine specifications KN146AGB_L...

  • Page 37: Rollers

    The machines can be factory fitted with one of the following rollers:  Crumbler roller Models EL162 - 250, EL162 - 300 The Crumbler roller is adapted to dry or slightly wet soils. The roller is fitted with removable bars for reducing risks of clogging.
  • Page 38 The Packer PK2 roller is adapted to soils which are subject to capping or very clayey and sticky.  Maxipacker roller Models EL162 - 250, EL162 - 300 The Maxipacker roller is adapted to all soil types and particularly to wet and sticky soils. 5. - Machine specifications...
  • Page 39 Cultiplow EL162  Packliner roller EL 162 - 300 D = 592 mm (1’11.3’’) e = 125 mm (4.92’’) D = 592 mm (1’11.3’’) e = 150 mm (5.91’’) The Packliner roller creates rows at regular depth into which seeds are placed. The roller is fitted with a scraper bar.

  • Page 40: Front Wheels

    Cultiplow EL162 5.3.4 Front wheels Models EL162 - 250, EL162 - 300 This equipment adjusts and controls machine working depth. This equipment has compact dimensions. 5.3.5 Rear wheels Models EL162 - 250, EL162 - 300 The rear wheels can be fitted in place of the roller for certain work at shallow depth.

  • Page 41: Sound Levels

    Cultiplow EL162 Sound levels Sound levels have been measured in accordance with the measuring methods as defined in: NF EN ISO 4254-1 «Agricultural machinery - Safety - Part 1: General requirements» Weighted equivalent continuous acoustic pressure level at the driver's seat (closed cabin) L (A) eq: Tractor only: 75.1 dB(A).

  • Page 42: Putting Into Service

    Cultiplow EL162 6. Putting into service Coupling and uncoupling 6.1.1 Description of coupling elements • A PTO shaft. 6.1.2 Preparing the tractor - Check that the tractor's authorized gross weight as well as its lift capacity and maximum weight axle...
  • Page 43 Cultiplow EL162 The tractor must be fitted with lower link stabilizers. - The front axle load (1) must never, under any circumstances, be less than 20% of the tractor's unladen weight. - Position the machine on level hard ground. ...

  • Page 44: Preparing The Machine

    Cultiplow EL162 6.1.3 Preparing the machine  Positioning of lower coupling yokes The lower coupling yokes can be placed in 2 different positions: Set back position (a): Allows to bring the machine's centre of gravity closer to the tractor when the power harrow is used in combination with an additional machine.

  • Page 45: Coupling The Machine

    Cultiplow EL162 6.1.4 Coupling the machine The lower yokes are set in fixed position. - Remove the lower hitch pins. - Lower the tractor three-point linkage. - Position ball joints of tractor lower links in line with machine lower yokes.
  • Page 46 Cultiplow EL162 When the tractor is fitted with a standard 3 point attachment category 2, use category 2 upper hitch pins (Factory supplied). When the tractor is fitted with a standard 3 point attachment category 3, use category 3 upper hitch pins (Available as spare parts).

  • Page 47: Primary Pto Shaft

    Cultiplow EL162 6.1.5 Primary PTO shaft Before using the machine for the first time: - Grease the transmission. - Check overlap of the u-joint drive shaft and adjust length if necessary to avoid any premature wear. The direction of rotation is shown on a decal.
  • Page 48 Cultiplow EL162 To avoid serious accidents, the PTO drive shaft guards must be properly in place and fixed with the chains provided. - Attach PTO shaft guard chain in hole (1) on machine side. - Immediately replace any worn or damaged guard.

  • Page 49: Friction Slip Clutch

    Cultiplow EL162 6.1.6 Friction slip clutch - Check the condition of the friction slip clutch: - Regularly check torque limiter, especially after a long storage period. When the friction slip clutch is properly adjusted, it only heats up slightly. The friction slip clutch may slip when: •...

  • Page 50: Pto Output Stub On Gearbox

    Cultiplow EL162 6.1.7 PTO output stub on gearbox The gearbox is factory fitted with a rear PTO output stub that rotates in the same direction and at the same speed as the tractor PTO. The rear PTO enables driving a complementary tool.
  • Page 51 Cultiplow EL162  Rotor speed adjustment The rotor speed can be adjusted by inverting the standard gearwheels using optional gearwheel sets. - Carry out following operations without draining the gearbox: • Fully shorten top link to tilt the gearbox front.
  • Page 52 Cultiplow EL162 - Invert gearwheels or replace standard set by new set of gearwheels. - Clean and reassemble the unit: • Position seal in its housing to ensure sealing. • Torque: 8.5 daNm (63 lbf ft). - Adjust the top link length so that the machine is horizontal with regards to the ground.

  • Page 53: Uncoupling The Machine

    Cultiplow EL162 6.1.9 Uncoupling the machine From the transport position: - When optional equipment is used, follow specific procedures mentioned in the related section: • Optional equipment / Rear hydraulic lift linkage / Coupling and uncoupling. • Optional equipment / Rear attachment with double acting hydraulic lift / Putting the machine into transport position.

  • Page 54: Instructions For Transport

    Cultiplow EL162 7. Instructions for transport Before placing the machine into transport position: - Wait until the rotating parts have come to a complete stop. - Check that nobody is within the machine pivoting area. Putting the machine into transport position...
  • Page 55 Cultiplow EL162 Side guards can be folded upwards to reduce the machine width for transport: - Loosen screw (1). - Pivot side guard (2) upwards. - Tighten bolt. - Repeat procedure on the second side guard. If the machine is fitted with rear wheels:...

  • Page 56: Conformity With The Road Regulations

    Cultiplow EL162 Conformity with the road regulations - Before driving the machine on public roads, ensure that the machine complies with current highway code regulations. - Always keep to the legal speed limit for driving the machine assembly on public roads.

  • Page 57: Instructions For Work

    Cultiplow EL162 8. Instructions for work Before placing the machine in working position: - Check that nobody is within the machine pivoting area. - If there is someone, make sure the person moves away. Putting the machine into work position...
  • Page 58 Cultiplow EL162 The rear wheels can be positioned on the inside for working on field edges (a): - In this case, move rear wheel scraper (b): • Remove bolt (1) and nut (2). • Position rear wheel scraper towards the front (b).
  • Page 59 Cultiplow EL162 If the machine is fitted with front wheels combined to a roller or rear wheels:  Transport position - Attach top link to round hole (1) of the machine top hitch pin.  Working position - Attach the top link in the oblong hole (2) using the machine's top link pin.

  • Page 60: Adjustments In Working Position

    8.2.1 Working depth The EL162 is supplied as standard with one of the following depth control equipment: • Crumbler roller. • Maxicrumbler roller.
  • Page 61 Cultiplow EL162  Working depth adjustment With crumbler roller. With Maxicrumbler roller. With Packer roller. With PK2 Packer roller. With Maxipacker roller. With Packliner roller. With Steelliner roller. The working depth is set by the roller height.  Overhang The roller rear offset adjustment enables adjusting the machine overhang and the rear hood opening.
  • Page 62 Cultiplow EL162  Working depth adjustment - Lift the machine using the tractor's lift linkage. - Position pins in adjustment plate holes that correspond to the required setting. - Adjust both sides to the same setting. Relations between the working depth and the position of the roller: •...
  • Page 63 Cultiplow EL162 A second pin (1) can be inserted to limit the roller travel when making headland turns. Additional pins can be ordered through KUHN PARTS .  Adjusting the roller scrapers Standard plate The scraper plates are factory preset on a reference roller.
  • Page 64 Cultiplow EL162 Packer roller and Packer PK2 roller. Maxipacker roller (The scraper bar is factory fitted with hard coated scraper plates). Adjusting the plates: - Loosen plate attachment nut. - Adjust plate to bring it closer to the roller. Check that roll and scraper do not contact by rotating the roller.
  • Page 65 Cultiplow EL162 Packliner roller 125. Packliner roller 150. Adjusting the plates: - Check that there is a play X of minimum 5 mm (0.2’’) between the plate and the side of the roller's prismatic profile. Adjust if necessary: • Torque: 8 daNm (59 lbf ft).
  • Page 66 Cultiplow EL162  Adjusting the scraper plate holder Retractable scraper bar The slots in the scraper plate supports provide lateral adjustment: • Torque setting for screws: 10 daNm (67 lbf ft). Rigid scraper bar The eccentric (1) enables refining the mud scraper adjustment.
  • Page 67 Cultiplow EL162 With rear wheels  Overhang The wheels can be adjusted in 3 positions. From the working position: - Remove bolts (1) (1 on each machine side). - Remove roller arm pin (2) (1 on each machine side). - Move forward with the tractor.
  • Page 68 - Adjust both sides to the same setting. A second pin (1) can be inserted to limit the rear wheel travel when making headland turns: Additional pins can be ordered through KUHN PARTS . 8. - Instructions for work KN146AGB_L...
  • Page 69 Cultiplow EL162 With wheels The working depth is set by the wheel height: - Lift the machine slightly off the ground. - Unlock and remove lynch pin (1). - Remove pin (2). - Position wheel arm in hole corresponding to the required setting.
  • Page 70 Cultiplow EL162 With skids The working depth is set by the skid height: - Lift the machine slightly off the ground. - Loosen nut (1). - Remove nut (2), washers and screw. - Position skid in hole corresponding to the required adjustment.

  • Page 71: Crumbler Roller Adjustment

    Cultiplow EL162 8.2.2 Crumbler roller adjustment The Crumbler roller consists of 8 welded tubes (1) and 8 removable rods (2). Depending on the working conditions, the rods (2) can be removed. With removable rods in place: (a) For use in dry conditions, gives fine crumbling and levelling as well as good packing.

  • Page 72: Rear Hood Adjustment

    Cultiplow EL162 8.2.3 Rear hood adjustment  Rear hoods The rear hood adjustment is one of the factors governing the tilth degree. To obtain a coarser tilth, the hoods can be raised (a). To obtain a finer tilth, the hoods can be lowered (b).
  • Page 73 Cultiplow EL162  Hood extension The hood extension enables levelling the ground to ensure good machine stability. The hood extension can be adjusted in 6 different positions.  Adjustment - Unlock and remove lynch pin (1). - Remove pin (2).

  • Page 74: Machine Use

    Cultiplow EL162 Machine use Before engaging the machine in the ground: - Check that nobody is within the machine pivoting area. - If there is someone, make sure the person moves away. - Pay particular attention if working on very uneven grounds.
  • Page 75 Cultiplow EL162 The clod size depends on the following parameters: • The rotor speed. • The forward speed. • The working depth. • The rear hood position. Example: large clods result from a low rotor speed and a high forward speed.

  • Page 76: Rear Wheels

    Cultiplow EL162 8.3.1 Rear wheels The rear wheels can be positioned on the inside for working on field edges (a): - In this case, move rear wheel scraper (b): • Remove bolt (1) and nut (2). • Position rear wheel scraper towards the front (b).

  • Page 77: Optional Equipment

    • Orchard upkeeping. • Pasture reclamation. Turning-in of green manure, crop residues and manure. For normal use:  Cultirotor rotor Model EL162 - 250. Model EL162 - 300. For intensive use: • Hard, dry or stony grounds. 9. - Optional equipment KN146AGB_L...

  • Page 78: Cultiplow/Cultitiller Rotors

    Cultiplow EL162  Larger diameter L-blade rotor ( HD ) Model EL162 - 250. Model EL162 - 300. For effective plant residue turning in, pass with a shredder previously. 9.1.2 Cultiplow/Cultitiller rotors Cultitiller or Cultiplow rotors are recommended for the following work: •...

  • Page 79: Front Wheels

    Cultiplow EL162 Front wheels The front wheels provide improved machine stability. The front wheels can be fitted in the following cases: • On machines fitted with a roller. • On machines fitted with a Cultirotor rotor and without roller. 9.2.1 Working depth adjustment The working depth is set by the wheel height: - Lift the machine slightly off the ground.

  • Page 80: Machine Use

    Cultiplow EL162 Adjusting the distance between wheels: - Lift the machine slightly off the ground. - Loosen screw (1). - Slide the unit to position the wheel in line with the tractor wheel track. - Tighten bolt (1): • Torque: 8.5 daNm (63 lbf ft).

  • Page 81: Rear Wheels

    Cultiplow EL162 Rear wheels The rear wheels can be fitted in place of the roller for certain work at shallow depth. This equipment adjusts and controls machine working depth. 9.3.1 Signalling The rear device is made up of the following components: •...
  • Page 82 Cultiplow EL162  Working position From the transport position: - Position rear wheels on the outside: • Remove lynch pin (1) and washer (2). • Pivot rear wheel around vertical pin (3). • Reinstall washer (2). • Insert and lock lynch pin (1).

  • Page 83: Skids

    Cultiplow EL162 Skids This equipment adjusts and controls machine working depth. Skids can be fitted: • On machines fitted with a roller. • On machines fitted with a Cultirotor rotor and without roller. 9.4.1 Uncoupling the machine - Lower parking stand to stabilize the machine.

  • Page 84: Side Discs

    Cultiplow EL162 - Adjust both sides to the same setting. Relations between the working depth and the skid position: • (a) minimum: 80 mm (3’’) (approximately). • (b) max. : 250 mm (9’8’’) (approximately). - Check that distance between guards is below : 60 mm (2’’).

  • Page 85: Working Depth Adjustment

    Cultiplow EL162 9.5.1 Working depth adjustment - Lift the machine slightly off the ground. - Remove lynch pin (1). - Remove pin (2). - Position side disc position corresponding to the required depth. - Insert pin (2) in hole corresponding to the required depth.

  • Page 86: Track Eradicators

    Cultiplow EL162 To reduce the transport width, position side disks on the inside of the machine. - Check that distance between guards is below : 60 mm (2’’). Track eradicators The track eradicators reduce tractor wheel marks in the seedbed.

  • Page 87: Machine Use

    Cultiplow EL162 The track eradicators are fitted with an overload mechanism should they encounter an obstacle: With traction bolt overload mechanism: • Bolt breaks. • Nut. With spring overload mechanism: The track eradicator automatically resets to its work position after having cleared the obstacle.
  • Page 88 Cultiplow EL162  Working depth adjustment - Adjust the track eradicator working depth using pin (2). - Remove R-clip (1). - Remove pin (2). - Place track eradicator arm (3) in the position corresponding to the required depth. - Insert pin (2) in hole corresponding to the required depth.

  • Page 89: Offset For Track Eradicators

    Cultiplow EL162 Offset for track eradicators This equipment allows offsetting track eradicators. Sets of gearwheels Set of 33 and 20 teeth gearwheels. Set of 35 and 18 teeth gearwheels. This equipment enables obtaining additional rotor speeds.  Rotor speed adjustment...
  • Page 90 Cultiplow EL162 Gearwheel position (hp) 73 (100) 540/min 92 (125) 750/min 118 (160) 1000/min *Factory setting Preferred PTO speed 9. - Optional equipment KN146AGB_L...
  • Page 91 Cultiplow EL162 - Invert gearwheels or replace standard set by new set of gearwheels. - Clean and reassemble the unit: • Position seal in its housing to ensure sealing. • Torque: 10 daNm (74 lbf ft). - Adjust the top link length so that the machine is horizontal with regards to the ground.

  • Page 92: Lights And Indicators

    Cultiplow EL162 Lights and indicators Lighting and signalling The rear device is made up of the following components: • 2 signalling panels (1). • 2 red reflectors (2). • 2 signalling lights (3) (red light / stop light / turn signal light).

  • Page 93: Lateral Signalling Equipment

    Cultiplow EL162  Uncoupling the machine - Disconnect and store signalling plug on machine. 9.10 Lateral signalling equipment  Instructions specific to France The machine must be fitted with specific signalling panels to comply with the road regulations. The side device is made up of the following components: •...

  • Page 94: Location And Description Of Safety Decals On The Machine

    Cultiplow EL162 Lifting capacities Tractor hydraulic Overhang Overhang pressure minimum maximum 150 bar (2175 psi) 1800 kg (4046 lb) 1300 kg (2922 lb) 180 bar (2610 psi) 2200 kg (4945 lb) 1800 kg (4046 lb) 9.11.1 Location and description of safety decals on the machine ...

  • Page 95: Coupling And Uncoupling

    Cultiplow EL162 Additional machine lowering (2) - AVANT L’ARRET DU MOTEUR REPOSER LE SEMOIR AU SOL - AVANT TOUTE INTERVENTION - Make sure that the additional machine rests on the - AVANT LA DEPOSE DE L’ENSEMBLE - BEFORE STOPPING TRACTOR ENGINE...
  • Page 96 Cultiplow EL162 Attachment brackets The attachment hooks can be positioned at 2 different heights to obtain best adaptation of the additional machine. - Remove bolts (2) and nuts (1). - Place hook (4) and spacers (3) in the required position.
  • Page 97 Cultiplow EL162 Position (b): Maximum overhang. Position (c): Minimum overhang: - Remove bolts (1). - Place hydraulic attachment frame (2) in the required position. - Reinstall bolts (1). - For a minimum overhang setting, do not fit spacer. 9. - Optional equipment...

  • Page 98: Putting The Machine Into Transport Position

    Cultiplow EL162  Removal - AVANT L’ARRET DU MOTEUR - When parking the machine and additional REPOSER LE SEMOIR AU SOL - AVANT TOUTE INTERVENTION - AVANT LA DEPOSE DE L’ENSEMBLE - BEFORE STOPPING TRACTOR ENGINE machine, the additional machine must be...

  • Page 99: Putting The Machine Into Work Position

    Cultiplow EL162 - Activate the single acting valve that controls the lift cylinders of the hydraulic lift linkage. - Attach safety chain (1) to cultirotor frame (2) and hydraulic attachment frame (3) using shackles. - Insert and lock pins using R-clips.

  • Page 100: Optional Equipment

    Cultiplow EL162 - Shift the tractor's hydraulic valve in float position. - Couple up the PTO shaft (between machine and additional machine). - When optional equipment is used, follow specific procedures mentioned in the related section: • Optional equipment Hydraulic...

  • Page 101: Maintenance

    Cultiplow EL162  Putting the machine into transport position - Remove lynch pins (1). - Remove the 4 washers (3). - Remove stroke limiters (2).  Putting the machine into work position - Activate the single acting valve that controls the lift cylinders of the hydraulic lift linkage: •...

  • Page 102: Storage

    Cultiplow EL162  Every 100 hours - Grease: • Pivot points. 9.11.7 Storage  At the end of each season - Grease the cylinder rods in contact with the outside. A7300019 0  At the start of each season - Wipe off grease on cylinder rods.

  • Page 103: Rear Attachment With Double Acting Hydraulic Lift

    Cultiplow EL162 9.12 Rear attachment with double acting hydraulic lift This equipment allows an additional machine to be coupled. The equipment comprises the following component: • A 3-point hydraulic attachment category 2. The lift capacity is of approximately 3300 daN (7418lbf) for a tractor pressure of 180 bar (2610 psi).

  • Page 104: Coupling Device

    Cultiplow EL162 Additional machine lowering (2) - AVANT L’ARRET DU MOTEUR - Make sure that the additional machine rests on the REPOSER LE SEMOIR AU SOL - AVANT TOUTE INTERVENTION - AVANT LA DEPOSE DE L’ENSEMBLE - BEFORE STOPPING TRACTOR ENGINE...
  • Page 105 Cultiplow EL162 - Loosen screw (3). - Remove bolt (2) and nut (1). - Place hook (4) in the required position. - Reinstall bolt (2) and nut (1). - Tighten screws (2) and (3): • Torque : 42 daNm (309 lbf ft).
  • Page 106 Cultiplow EL162 - Lower the tractor three-point linkage. - Lower the rear attachment lift. - Place the lower links as close as possible under the hitch pins. - Raise the rear attachment lift. - Attach lower links to the hitch pins on the inside of the yokes.

  • Page 107: Removal

    Cultiplow EL162 9.12.3 Removal - AVANT L’ARRET DU MOTEUR REPOSER LE SEMOIR AU SOL - AVANT TOUTE INTERVENTION - AVANT LA DEPOSE DE L’ENSEMBLE - BEFORE STOPPING TRACTOR ENGINE LOWER SEEDER TO THE GROUND - BEFORE ANY MAINTENANCE - BEFORE REMOVING FROM TRACTOR...

  • Page 108: Putting The Machine Into Work Position

    Cultiplow EL162 9.12.5 Putting the machine into work position Before placing the machine in working position: - Check that nobody is within the machine pivoting area. - If there is someone, make sure the person moves away. From the transport position: - Activate the transport/work cylinder control valve in the "pivot into transport"...

  • Page 109: Maintenance

    Cultiplow EL162 Chain (More precise adjustment): - Attach one of the chain links on the spring coil. - Lower the rear attachment lift to check the setting. - Repeat procedure if necessary. Additional adjustments: - Remove nut (1) and washer (2).

  • Page 110: Storage

    Cultiplow EL162 Every 100 hours - Grease: • Pivot points. 9.12.8 Storage  At the end of each season - Grease the cylinder rods in contact with the outside. A7300019 0  At the start of each season - Wipe off grease on cylinder rods.

  • Page 111: Set Of Arm + Roller Multi-Hole Adjustment Plate

    Cultiplow EL162 9.13 Set of arm + roller multi-hole adjustment plate This equipment allows using a roller originating from another machine. 9.14 USA signalling equipment The machine can be fitted with specific signalling lights to comply with the road regulations.

  • Page 112: Maintenance And Storage

    Cultiplow EL162 10. Maintenance and storage Before leaving tractor before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, disengage the PTO drive, turn off the engine, remove ignition key and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop and apply park brake.
  • Page 113 Cultiplow EL162 Oil:  • Pivot points. Oil change:   • Central gearbox. • The side gearbox. If a synthetic base oil is used: • Central gearbox.   • The side gearbox. Maintenance - Check the tightness ...

  • Page 114: Cleaning The Machine

    Cultiplow EL162 10.2 Cleaning the machine - Clean the machine thoroughly: • The rotor. • The inner panels. In case of clogging, pivot scraper crossbar: - Clean roller scraper bar. 10.2.1 Cleaning the roller scraper bar - Regularly clean roller and roller scraper bar.
  • Page 115 Cultiplow EL162  Packer roller and Packer PK2 roller - Loosen bolts (1). - Remove nut (2). - Remove tensioner (3). - Insert lever in sheath (4). - Proceed the same way on the other side. - Pivot scraper bar using lever.

  • Page 116: Lubrication

    Cultiplow EL162 10.3 Lubrication The pictorials show the points to be greased. - Clean grease nipples before greasing. - Lubricate with multi-purpose grease grade NLGI 2. 10.3.1 PTO shaft Before using the machine for the first time: - Grease the transmission.

  • Page 117: Emptying

    Cultiplow EL162 10.3.2 Emptying  Central gearbox EL 162 (250-300) Oil volume 10 L (2.64 US gal) Type of oil Mineral oil (Gear oil) Viscosity SAE 80W90 Specification API GL5 (extreme pressure) For intensive use: • A synthetic oïl of type PAO (Poly-Alpha- Olefine) of viscosity grade equivalent to SAE 75W90 and API grade GL5.
  • Page 118 Cultiplow EL162 - Reduce top link length to tilt the machine frontwards. - Lower the tractor three-point linkage to rest the machine on the ground. - Remove filler plug (1) and its washer. - Place a container of sufficient capacity under drain plug (2).
  • Page 119 Cultiplow EL162  Side gearbox EL 162 (250-300) Oil volume 3.5 L (0.92 US gal) Type of oil Mineral oil (Gear oil) Viscosity SAE 80W90 Specification API GL5 (extreme pressure) For intensive use: • A synthetic oïl of type PAO (Poly-Alpha- Olefine) of viscosity grade equivalent to SAE 75W90 and API grade GL5.
  • Page 120 Cultiplow EL162 - Park the machine on an even fairly level ground. - Remove guard (1). - Place a container of sufficient capacity under drain plug. - Remove filler plug (2) and its washer. - Remove drain plug (3) and its washer.

  • Page 121: Greasing

    Cultiplow EL162 10.3.3 Greasing • Roller bearing housings. - Fill the grease zerks until fresh grease oozes out of the lubricated part. Then wipe off the excess grease. 10. - Maintenance and storage KN146AGB_L...

  • Page 122: Maintenance

    C-blades are recommended for slightly wet working conditions. C-blades improve plant residue turning-in. For shallow depth work, the machine can be fitted with L-blades available through KUHN PARTS: • Left L-blades (d). • Right L-blades (c). Larger diameter L-blade rotor ( HD ) The machine rotor is factory fitted with L-blades: •...
  • Page 123 2 left blades (b). To distinguish right blades from left blades, note that the sharp edge faces the rotor direction of rotation (1). Blade mounting chart: EL162 - 250 EL162 - 300 Number of rotor flanges Type of fitting Type of blades...
  • Page 124 Cultiplow EL162 Fitting instructions to position blades in helical layout: - Begin by fitting a left blade. - Position blade opposit mark on the first flange. - Fit bolts on blade side. - Fit washers and nuts on flange side: •...
  • Page 125 Cultiplow EL162  "FAST-FIT" Cultitiller rotor: Angled tines are available through KUHN PARTS: • Left angled tines. • Right angled tines. Fitting instructions for angled tines: - Lower the machine. - Uncouple PTO shaft on machine side. - Remove lynch pin (3).
  • Page 126 Cultiplow EL162 End tines The rotor end flanges are fitted with specific tines (1) and guard caps (2). • Left end tine. • Right end tine. - Guard caps (2) must be changed when tines (1) are changed on end flanges.
  • Page 127 Cultiplow EL162  "EASY-FIT" Cultiplow rotor Angled tines are available through KUHN PARTS: • Left angled tines. • Right angled tines. Fitting instructions for angled tines: - Lower the machine. - Uncouple PTO shaft on machine side. - Start fitting blades on the support nearest the side gearbox.
  • Page 128 Cultiplow EL162 End tines The rotor end flanges are fitted with guard caps 2. - Guard caps (2) must be changed when tines (1) are changed on end flanges. • Left guard caps. • Right guard caps. End tines fitting instructions: - Remove screw (1), nut (2) and washer (3).

  • Page 129: Replacing The Rotor

    Cultiplow EL162 10.4.2 Replacing the rotor The machine can be fitted with 4 types of rotors.  Removal - Park the machine on an even fairly level ground. - Uncouple PTO shaft on machine side. - Remove the 9 screws (1) and their washers.
  • Page 130 Cultiplow EL162  Fitting - Position machine over the rotor to be mounted. - Lower the tractor three-point linkage to rest the machine on the ground. - Reinstall the 2 bolts (1), nuts (2) and washers (3): • Torque: 30 daNm (221 lbf ft).

  • Page 131: Storage

    Cultiplow EL162 10.5 Storage 10.5.1 At the end of each season - Clean the machine thoroughly: • The rotor. • The inner panels. - Drain and refill gearboxes with new oil. - Touch up any areas of damaged paintwork. - Put the machine under cover in a dry place.

  • Page 132: Troubleshooting Guide

    Cultiplow EL162 11. Troubleshooting guide    Problem Cause Remedy Top link of 3-point hitch badly Position top link parallel to the Noisy drive when lifting the positioned/adjusted. lower links. machine. Excessive lifting height. Limit the lift linkage stroke.
  • Page 133 Cultiplow EL162    Problem Cause Remedy Set and control the working Working depth insufficient. depth. Increase rotor speed using the Irregular mix of plant residues. Insufficient rotor speed. gearbox. Choose a rotor adapted to the Wrong rotor choice.

  • Page 134: Appendix

    Cultiplow EL162 12. Appendix 12.1 Calculating the load on an axle When coupling a tool to the front and/or rear 3-point lift linkage, the maximum authorized payload must not be exceeded. When coupling tools to the front and/or rear 3-point lift linkages, the maximum load on tractor's tires must not be exceeded.
  • Page 135 Cultiplow EL162 Description Units Description Obtained Tractor unladen weight Unladen load on tractor front axle Empty load on tractor rear axle Axle loads (Tractor + machine) Load on front axle (Tractor + machine) Load on rear axle (Tractor + machine)
  • Page 136 Cultiplow EL162 Front tool: 1) Calculation of the minimum front ballast weight M2 minimum      M1 a T2 b – 0 45 ---------------------------------------------------------------------------- - M2minimum minimum - Write the minimal additional weight in the chart. 2) Calculation of the actual load on the front axle T1...
  • Page 137 Cultiplow EL162  Table Actual value obtained Value authorized Double value of the by calculation according to authorized capacity operator's manual per tyre (2 tyres) Minimum front / rear ballasting Total weight < Load on front axle < < Load on rear axle <...
  • Page 138 Cultiplow EL162 T1: Load on front axle. • Tractor only. T1 = _____kg T1 = ________ kg T2: Load on rear axle. • Tractor only. T2 = _____kg T2 = ________ kg T: Axle loads. • Tractor only. T = _____kg T = ________ kg 12.
  • Page 139 Cultiplow EL162  Rear tool or front-rear combination - If the total unit weight exceeds the tractor Gross Combined Weight Rating accordance with the countrie's legislation, empty the hopper to travel on public roads. In any case, we recommend to travel on public roads with empty hoppers and tanks.
  • Page 140 Cultiplow EL162 t: Axle loads. • Tractor + machine. • Hopper empty. t = _____kg t = ________ kg Calculating the rear tool weight (M2): • M2 = T - t Calculating the distance (d): • d = (( b x ( T1 - t1) ) / M2 ) - c 12.

  • Page 141: Limited Warranty

    KUHN equipment from an authorized KUHN dealer, that such equipment is, at the time of delivery to such purchaser, free from defects in material and workmanship, and that such equipment is covered under this Limited Warranty providing the machine is used and serviced in accordance with the recommendations in the Operator's manual.
  • Page 142 - The warranty claim is completed on line via extranet - www.kuhn.com or submitted on a KUHN warranty claim form and returned to the Company within one month after the date of failure or the date of problem becoming apparent.
  • Page 143 $Specimen of the "Declaration of conformity" EC Declaration of conformity (European directive 2006/42/CE) The manufacturer: Manufacturer name and address declares that the product described hereafter: Brand Brand Machine Machine Type / Model : Type / Model Serial no. Serial no. - conforms to the requirements of the European directive 2006/42/CE.
  • Page 144 KUHN SAS - B.P. 50060 - F - 67706 SAVERNE CEDEX (FRANCE) KUHN-AUDUREAU SAS - B.P. 19 - F - 85260 LA COPECHAGNIERE (FRANCE) KUHN-BLANCHARD SAS - 24, route de Nantes - F - 44680 CHEMERE (FRANCE) KUHN-HUARD S.A.S - B.P. 49 - F - 44142 CHATEAUBRIANT CEDEX (FRANCE) KUHN-GELDROP B.V.

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