FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA $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.
Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA $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 ...........................7 Location and description of safety decals on the machine ............19 Road safety equipment and recommendations................22...
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Instructions for work ....................42 Putting the machine into work position ..................42 Adjustments in working position....................43 Machine use............................ 53 Optional equipment ..................... 54 Check chains ..........................54 Maintenance and storage.................... 55 Frequency chart ..........................
Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA 3. Model identification 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. FC3160TCD Type: Serial no.: KUHN S.A. FC3560TCD...
Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA $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.
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 dealer. Precautions to be taken before carrying out any operations on the machine...
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA 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.).
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA 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.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Description of symbols Description Units Description Tractor unladen weight PTAC Gross Combined Weight Rating Unladen load on tractor front axle Empty load on tractor rear axle Axle loads (Tractor + machine) Load on front axle (Tractor + machine)
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA 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.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Stage 4: To measure: - Load on rear axle (t2): • Tractor + machine (transport position). • Ballast weights. Checking: - Check in the tractor's operator's manual that the value measured is below the maximum allowed tractor rear axle load.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA 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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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA 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.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA 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.
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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. Safety...
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA 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...
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Hydro-pneumatic accumulator The hydro-pneumatic accumulator contains pressurized nitrogen and oil. There is an asphyxiation hazard in closed areas. Improper installation or handling can lead to serious accidents. Depressurize the gaz and oil sides of the hydraulic accumulator before opening it.
Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA 3. Location and description of safety decals on the machine Location of safety decals 59900300 599011001 59900300 Safety...
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA 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)
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Manoeuvring area (5) Stay a safe distance from the machine. Crushing hazard. 59900600 Rotating cutting tools (6) Keep away from the mower knives all the time the engine is running, the PTO drive engaged and the moving parts have not come to a complete stop.
4. 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.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Tyre pressure Tyre pressure: 2 bar (30 psi). 2,0 bar 30 psi Instructions specific to France Speed (1) Always keep to the legal speed limit of 25 km/h for driving a tractor-machine assembly on public roads.
Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA 2. Technical specifications FC3160TCD FC3560TCD FC4060TCD Attachment type 2 point linkage category 2 and 3 Number of discs Working width 3.10 m (10’2’’) 3.50 m (11’6’’) 4.00 m (13’1’’) Width in working position 5.22 m (17’2’’) 5.43 m (17’10’’)
Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA 3. Required equipment Check chains Only for: France, Belgium, Spain The check chain enables maintaining the machine under control in case of linkage breakage during transport. 4. 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»...
Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA $Putting into service 1. Description of control elements - The machine is supplied with an 18 mm box wrench (1) to carry out certain adjustment and maintenance tasks. - The machine is supplied with a tool for replacing the knives (1).
Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA 2. Coupling and uncoupling Description of coupling elements - A PTO shaft 1 3/8’’ - 6 splines. - 2 check chains (Optional equipment). - A hose that controls the mowing unit raising/lowering. - Two hydraulic hoses controlling the drawbar shift cylinder.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Coupling the machine - Lower the tractor three-point linkage. - Place the lower links as close as possible under the hitch pins. - Attach lower links to the hitch pins on the inside of the yokes.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA - Lift the machine with the tractor's three point linkage. - Fold parking stand and lock it in place (a). Hydraulic connections Connect the 2 hydraulic hoses of the drawbar shift cylinder to a double acting valve (1).
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Primary PTO shaft Make sure that the PTO shaft is correctly adjusted, to avoid premature wear and tear. 1000 The direction of rotation is shown on a decal. Separate the two half PTO shafts and connect them to the machine's input shaft and to the tractor PTO stub.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Attach PTO shaft guard chain in hole (1) on machine side. Do not attach the drive guard chain to the guard cone. Immediately replace any worn or damaged guard. Intermediate PTO shaft Before adjusting, maintaining or repairing...
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA - Loosen nuts to release friction discs (a). - Let the friction discs slip for a few seconds (b). - Tighten nuts until distance (L) is 34 mm (1.34’’). Do not fully tighten springs to prevent damage on drive elements.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Adjusting the machine Lateral adjustment of the lower links. Balance the play on either sides of the lift linkage and lock lower link stabilizers. Frame height and check chains - Lower tractor lift linkage until hitch pins are at a distance (H) slightly over 650 mm (2’1.6’’) from the...
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Uncoupling the machine Park the machine on an even fairly level ground. Preferably park the machine in transport position, with the mowing unit resting on the ground. - Lower the mowing unit on the ground using mowing unit lift cylinders.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA - Uncouple and place PTO shaft in support (1). - Disconnect and store hydraulic hoses on holder (2). - Disconnect and store 7-pin plug in its holder (3). - Release the lower links. - Lower the tractor three-point linkage.
Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA $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. - If there is someone, make sure the person moves away.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Opened position (1). Closed position (2). - Release and lift side guard using 18mm box spanner supplied with the machine. - The side guard automatically locks in raised position. - Repeat procedure on the second side guard The machine is in transport position.
Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA 2. 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 light boards are clean and that the lighting equipment functions before transporting the machine on public roads.
Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA $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. 1. Putting the machine into work...
Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA 2. Adjustments in working position Before making any adjustment: - Check that nobody is within the machine pivoting area. - If there is someone, make sure the person moves away. - Wait until the rotating parts have come to a complete stop.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA The maximum cutting height (L1 = 85 mm (3.3’’)) is obtained when the discs are parallel to the ground. The minimum cutting height must not be below (L2 = 25 mm (1’’)). Too low a cutting height can lead to: - Excessive disc and knife wear.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Ground pressure The ground pressure is adjusted independently on each side of the mower unit. To check the ground pressure:: - Check that the hitch pins are at the proper height H = 650 mm (2’1.6’’).
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA - Pull cord linked to the hydraulic valve. - Shift the tractor hydraulic valve. - When reaching the required pressure, release the cord. - Check pressure indicated on gauges: • NORMAL operating pressure = 55 bar (797 psi).
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Finger conditioning rotor speed Always place the machine in working position before making rotor speed (rotational frequency) adjustments. The machine is equipped with a finger conditioning rotor. The rotor speed can be set at 780 min...
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA 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. Several factors govern the conditioning intensity adjustment: Conditioning rotor speed See section "Finger conditioning rotor speed".
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Swathing and wide spreading Swathing system The swathing system comprises: - 2 swath shields. Swath width adjustment: - Lift handle (1): • Pivot swath shields inwards to reduce the swath width (a). • Pivot swath shields outwards to increase the swath width (b).
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Rear hood adjustment: The rear hood can be pivoted according to the forage density in order to improve the swath delivery and structure. - Loosen the butterfly nut (1). - Pivot hood (a). - Tighten the butterfly nut (1).
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA - Remove swath shield (1). - Proceed the same way on the other side. - Raise swath shield (1) on the drawbar: • Insert shield hood in the hole (a). • Lift handle to lock the shield to the drawbar holder (b).
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Tip cover (1) over the wide spreading device. The machine is in wide spreading configuration. To switch from wide spreading mode to swathing mode - Carry out the procedure in reverse. Instructions for work...
Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA 3. Machine use Before mowing and to reduce risks of projections, lower side guards and front guards. Check guard locking. Check that nobody is within the machine pivoting area. If there is someone, make sure the person moves away.
Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA $Optional equipment 1. Check chains Kit no. 1086530 Check chains allow tractor lift linkage stabilization and ensure a fixed frame height. The check chain enables maintaining the machine under control in case of linkage breakage during transport.
Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA $Maintenance and storage Before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, turn off ignition key and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. 1. Frequency chart Every 200 Every 20 hours or at...
Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA 2. Cleaning the machine Regularly clean the build up between the conditioning hood and the support tube: - Unlock and lift front guard using 18mm box spanner supplied with the machine. - Raise protection cover (1).
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA - Grease the U-joints. Tertiary U-joint drive (d): - Remove attachment screw (1). - Pivot cover (2) to access greaser. - Grease PTO shaft U-joint. - Reinstall cover plate. - Step on the self-adhesive non-slip patches (1) to access the other greasers.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA - Grease the U-joints. Grease - The drawbar pivot pin. - Drawbar shift cylinder. Maintenance and storage...
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Cutterbar The cutterbar is lubricated for life and requires no periodic maintenance. If in doubt as to the oil quantity contained in the cutterbar, fully drain and refill cutterbar respecting recommended oil quantity and quality.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Gearbox Before draining oil, operate the machine for a few minutes so that the oil warms up. The angle gearbox is lubricated with 1.2 L (0.32 US gal) of extreme-pressure oil for mechanical transmissions with viscosity grade SAE 80W and API grade GL4.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Side gearbox Before draining oil, operate the machine for a few minutes so that the oil warms up. The angle gearbox is lubricated with 2 L (0.53 US gal) of extreme-pressure oil for mechanical transmissions with viscosity grade SAE 80W and API grade GL4.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA The Gyrodine gearbox Before draining oil, operate the machine for a few minutes so that the oil warms up. The Gyrodine gearbox is lubricated with 2.75 L (0.73 US gal) of extreme-pressure gear oil with SAE 80W viscosity grade API and GL4.
Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA 4. Maintenance Hydro-pneumatic accumulator Prior to carrying out work on a circuit comprising a hydro-pneumatic accumulator, depressurize the circuit. It is strictly forbidden to weld, grind or drill onto a hydro-pneumatic accumulator. Regularly check the tightness of the accumulator fixing bolts and that no oil has leaked from hydraulic circuit (a small oil leak can change settings).
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Checking the oil levels Gyrodine gearbox - Check Gyrodine gearbox level: • The "MAX" level corresponds to the mark on the dipstick plug (A). • The "MIN" level corresponds to the end of the dipstick plug (B).
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Inspection of knives and securing elements Immediately replace worn or damaged parts with genuine KUHN parts. When the following equipment is fitted: Fast fit knives Knives Inspect systematically all knives before the machine is operated to: - guarantee the cutting quality.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Disc direction of rotation: - FC3160TCD - FC3560TCD - FC4060TCD Maintenance and storage...
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Fixing elements Check the fixing elements: - After hitting an obstacle. - When replacing knives. - At the start of each season. The fixing bolts should be changed in the following cases (2): - When there is visible distortion.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Replace nuts in the following cases: - When nut wear reaches a = 5 mm (0.2’’). Check the condition of the fixing elements regularly and also the torque of the knife-fixing bolt: - Torque: 12 daN m (89 lbf ft).
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Parking - Clean the top side of the disk guard. Clean cavities between disc and spring plate. Slightly hit all ground residues between the knife and the screw with a mallet to remove them. - Fully insert special tool between disc and spring plate.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Fitting Knives can be turned over on the same disc to use the other cutting edge or replaced. On each knife, an arrow OPTIDISC K6804720 2011 > ..indicates the disc's direction of rotation.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA - Check that screw head (2) is free to slide in spring plate hole (3). - Remove special tool. - Rotate disk by half a turn. - Repeat previous tasks. - Repeat previous tasks on the other disks.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA - Remove disc cover (1). - Remove the disc (2). - Replace worn or damaged disk with a new disk. Reinstalling - Refit the disc (2). Respect disc direction of rotation according to fitting of knives. Make sure the arrow on the knife upper face is pointing in the disc's direction of rotation.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA - Place a wooden wedge (1) between two discs to stop them from moving. - Torque bolts to (2) : • Torque: 12 daN m (89 lbf ft). - Remove locking piece. Check that there is a minimum play of X = 1 mm (0.04’’) between the spring plate and...
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Spring plate replacement Inner disc: The replacement of the inner disc spring plate must be carried out by a Kuhn authorized dealer. Intermediate discs: - Remove the disc: • See section: ’’Disc replacement’’. - Remove spring plate (1).
Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA 5. Storage At the end of each season - Clean the machine thoroughly. - Drain all gearboxes and cutterbar and refill with new oil (see "Lubrication" chapter). - Touch up any areas of damaged paintwork.
Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA $Trouble shooting guide Problem Cause Remedy Dull or broken knives. Replace knives. Make sure the arrow on the Knives not installed correctly. knife upper face is pointing in the disc's direction of rotation.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Select the rabbit position to Insufficient rotor speed. obtain a rotor speed of 1000 Conditioning hood is too Position rotor conditioning Rotor finger rattle. closed. hood further away. Excessive ground speed. Reduce ground speed. Trouble shooting guide...
Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA $Appendix 1. Calculating the load on an axle When coupling a tool to the front and rear 3-point lift linkage, the maximum authorized payload must not be exceeded. The load on the tractor front axle must always represent 20 % of the tractor unladen weight.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Rear tool or front-rear combination: 1) Calculation of the minimum front ballast weight M1 minimum M2 x (c+d) - T1 x b + 0.2 x T x b minimum Write the minimal additional weight in the chart.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA 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 kg Total weight kg kg Load on front axle kg ...
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Determining the machine weight (M2) and the position of its centre of gravity (d) If the data required to calculate the total weight, axle loads and minimum ballasting are not supplied, use the following method.
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Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD NA Rear tool or front-rear combination: 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.
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.
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- 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.
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$Specimen of the "Declaration of conformity" EC Declaration of conformity (European directive 2006/42/CE) The manufacturer: KUHN S.A., 4 impasse des fabriques B.P. 50060 F - 67706 SAVERNE CEDEX declares that the product described hereafter: Type: ’’Machine name’’ Serial no.: ’’Machine serial number’’...
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Société Anonyme au Capital de 2 530 000 Euros KUHN-BLANCHARD SAS - 24, route de Nantes - F - 44680 CHEMERE (FRANCE) Tél. : + 33 (0) 2 40 21 30 24 - Fax : + 33 (0) 2 40 64 80 11 Société...
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