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.
Wheel Rake SR600 GII 2. Contents Dear Owner ........................1 Contents ..........................2 Identification of the machine..................4 Front view ............................4 Rear view ............................4 Model identification plate ......................... 5 Optional equipment.......................... 5 Safety..........................6 Description of symbols used in this document................. 6 Safety instructions ...........................
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Wheel Rake SR600 GII Instructions for work ....................33 Place the machine in working position ..................33 Setting windrow width ........................34 Changing the working width......................35 Adjusting front or rear rake wheels ....................36 Adjusting transport wheel angle ....................37 8.5.1...
Wheel Rake SR600 GII 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. SR600 GII Type: Serial no.:...
Wheel Rake SR600 GII 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.
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. Safety shutdown procedure Before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the...
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Wheel Rake SR600 GII Precautions to take before using the machine Do not wear loose clothing which could become caught up in moving parts. Wear appropriate protective clothing (gloves, shoes, goggles, hearing protection, etc.). Ensure that all operating controls (ropes, cables, rods, etc) are placed so as they cannot be operated unintentionally and cause damage or injury.
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Wheel Rake SR600 GII 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 applicable regulations for special transportation of oversize equipment.
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Wheel Rake SR600 GII 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.
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Wheel Rake SR600 GII 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.
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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. Immediately replace any worn, damaged, or missing cover.
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Also disconnect alternator and battery terminals. It is strongly recommended to have your machine checked by your Kuhn dealer after each season, especially tools and their attaching hardware. 4. - Safety 7N037CUS_B...
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Wheel Rake SR600 GII Projection of stones and foreign objects For driver safety, always use a tractor equipped with a cab. Keep the ground to mow free of foreign bodies. Avoid mowing on stony or rocky grounds. If this is not possible, take extra safety precautions,...
Wheel Rake SR600 GII Location and description of safety decals on the machine Location of safety decals mile/h 4. - Safety 7N037CUS_B...
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Wheel Rake SR600 GII Description of safety decals WARNING 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. WARNING Crushing Hazard (2)
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The part numbers for the decals are located in the lower right corner of the decal. Replacement decals may be ordered through your dealer or Kuhn. When replacing decals, be sure the surface is clean and dry. Peel the backing off the decal and apply to the machine.
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.
Wheel Rake SR600 GII 4.4.1 Lights Colors Function SAE Terminal # ISO Terminal # White Ground 1 - See note 1 Black Left running lights 1 - See note 1 Yellow Left turn & hazard Stop lights 4 - See note 2 Green Right turn &...
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Wheel Rake SR600 GII Connectors - SAE Left Right 6 5 4 3 2 1 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 5 6 A connector B connector C connector D connector Pin # Wire color Wire color...
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Wheel Rake SR600 GII Connectors - ISO Left Right 1 2 3 4 C connector D connector Pin # Wire color Wire color Yellow/green Yellow/green Brown/black Brown/black White White 4. - Safety 7N037CUS_B...
Wheel Rake SR600 GII 4.4.2 Transport lock When transporting the rake on public roads, always lock the rake arms and rake wheels in the transport position with the transport lock valves. The valves are installed at the end of the hydraulics where the rake couples with the tractor.
Wheel Rake SR600 GII 5. Machine specifications Description and glossary Clevis hitch Wheel mount Jack Left rake wheel Tongue extension (Optional) Front caster wheel Main frame Caster wheel mount Skid Rake arm extension (Optional) Front positioning arm Mid-mount caster wheels (Optional)
Wheel Rake SR600 GII Technical specifications SR612 SR614 SR616 Minimum tractor power take off 30 hp / 22 kW 35 hp / 26 kW 40 hp / 29 kW Number of rake wheels Rake wheel diameter 55" (1.4 m) 55" (1.4 m) 55"...
Wheel Rake SR600 GII 6. Putting into service Coupling and uncoupling The minimum tractor weight should be no less than 2/3 of machine gross weight. 6.1.1 Machine requirements Recommended minimum tractor weight: Model Machine weight Tractor weight up to 20 mph (32km/h)
Wheel Rake SR600 GII 6.1.3 Coupling the machine Adjust machine height It is very important that the machine height is adjusted properly so the machine is parallel with the ground. - Adjust bolts (1), 4 on clevis and spade hitch and 2 on ball hitch, in the five sets of holes so the rake arm beams (2) are parallel with the ground (3).
Wheel Rake SR600 GII Ball hitch - Remove pin (1). - Slide collar back (2) as shown until the hinged ball head (3) pops open. - Maneuver ball from tractor drawbar into the ball head, snap it closed, push collar back into place, and replace pin.
The safety tow chain must be replaced if any one link is broken, stretched, or otherwise damaged or deformed. Safety chains are sold separately. Contact your Kuhn dealer to purchase a safety chain for your specific machine. 6. - Putting into service 7N037CUS_B...
Wheel Rake SR600 GII 6.1.6 Hydraulic connection Remove connector dust caps and connect hydraulic hoses to tractor. The hydraulic hoses for controlling the rake arm position will be marked with blue bands. - Activating hydraulic pressure to the hose with the 2 blue bands will unfold the rake arms (A).
Wheel Rake SR600 GII 6.1.7 Uncoupling the machine Park the machine on fairly level ground. Preferably park the machine in transport position. Before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, perform the safety shutdown procedure. - Position chocks underneath the machine wheels.
Wheel Rake SR600 GII 7. Instructions for transport Place the machine in transport position Before placing the machine into transport position: - Wait until the rotating parts have come to a complete stop. - Check that nobody is located in the machine pivoting area.
Wheel Rake SR600 GII Conformity with the road regulations Before driving the machine on public roads, ensure that the machine complies with current highway code regulations. Check that the reflectors are clean and that the lighting equipment is working properly before transporting on public roads.
Wheel Rake SR600 GII 8. Instructions for work Place the machine in working 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.
Wheel Rake SR600 GII Setting windrow width The rear rake arm angle can be adjusted to increase or decrease the windrow width. - With the rake arms positioned at the desired working angle, raise the rake wheels to the transport position.
Wheel Rake SR600 GII Changing the working width 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. To set the rake at maximum working width (A), fold the arms outward until they stop.
Wheel Rake SR600 GII Adjusting front or rear rake wheels The front and rear raking wheels on each side of the rake are designed to be locked up if necessary. Front raking wheels can be locked up when it is...
Wheel Rake SR600 GII Adjusting transport wheel angle Transport wheels angled outward or at different angles may cause the rake to pull unevenly across the field. Follow these steps if the rake pulls to the left or to the right during transportation or operation.
Wheel Rake SR600 GII 8.5.2 Verify tie rod length If the tire angle is not correct, verify whether the tie rods are set at the same length. Before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, perform the safety shutdown procedure. Measure the length of each tie rod from the center...
Wheel Rake SR600 GII 8.5.4 Final adjustments Before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, perform the safety shutdown procedure. If the rake still pulls to the left or to the right after setting the tire angle and the tie rod length, final minor adjusments can be made to allow the rake to be pulled smoothly.
Wheel Rake SR600 GII Adjusting rake wheel ground pressure Before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, perform the safety shutdown procedure. From the working position: - Remove clip (1). - Retrieve the wrench (3) supplied with the machine and turn the adjustment rod (2) to adjust ground pressure.
Wheel Rake SR600 GII Adjusting hydraulic hose length - Loosen clamp nut (1) until hydraulic hoses (2) move freely. - Slide hoses in or out of the tongue tube until they are the desired length. - Retighten clamp nut (1) to secure hoses.
Wheel Rake SR600 GII 8.10 Optional one side raking (windrow turning) The rake must be fitted with optional shut-off valves at one or both of the lift cylinders to use this feature. Before placing the machine in one side raking position: - Check that nobody is within the machine pivoting area.
Wheel Rake SR600 GII 9. Optional equipment Mid-mount caster wheels Kit no. 18967515 Caster wheels can be fitted to the middle of each main rake arm to increase traction when driving across shallow ditches or gullies. On flatter ground, the caster wheel should be positioned on the rake arm as shown (A).
Wheel Rake SR600 GII Center splitter wheels Kit no. 18978459 (1) The center splitter wheel is used to fluff the center part of the windrow. It can be used when raking 3 windrows together or after mowers or tedders have been used.
Wheel Rake SR600 GII 9.2.1 Locking center splitter wheels in the transport position The center splitter wheels can be locked to prevent them from lowering to the working position during operation or transportation. To lock the center splitter wheels in the...
Wheel Rake SR600 GII Hitch extension Kit no. 18968018 Hitch extensions can position the rake further from the tractor hitch, allowing the rake to fold fully into transport position without interfering with the tractor. One side raking Kit no. 18968019...
Wheel Rake SR600 GII Safety chain The safety chain is intended to keep the machine under control in the event of a loss or failure of the hitch pin. Kit no. 83080001 A safety chain must be used when transporting the rake on public roadways.
Wheel Rake SR600 GII 10. Maintenance and storage 10.1 Lubrication Before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, perform the safety shutdown procedure. Use Molybdenum HD grease. Clean zerks before greasing. Lubrication points shown are for one side of the machine.
Wheel Rake SR600 GII 10.2 Maintenance After the first 10 hours of use - Check tightness of all bolts and nuts on rake assembly, particularly on rake wheels. - Check the center retaining clips on the rake wheels for tightness and adjust as necessary.
Wheel Rake SR600 GII 10.3 Storage At the end of each season - Clean the machine thoroughly. - Put the machine under cover in a dry place. - Retract all hydraulic cylinders and coat the exposed parts of ram rods with lubricant.
KUHN dealer and request warranty service within the applicable warranty period; (2) present evidence of the warranty start date with valid proof of purchase; and (3) make the Equipment available to the authorized KUHN dealer within a reasonable time for repair.
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(including, but not limited to, a tractor or truck), loss of earnings due to Equipment down time, or damage to Equipment while in transit to or from a KUHN facility or authorized KUHN dealer; (7) defects due in part or in whole from specifications, instructions, designs or drawings provided by or for Purchaser;...
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