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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
KN284BGB A
Mower conditioner
Original instructions
- English - 11-2013
KN284BGB A

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  • Page 1 OPERATOR'S MANUAL KN284BGB A Mower conditioner Original instructions - English - 11-2013 KN284BGB A...

  • Page 3: Dear Owner

    FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD $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

    Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD $Contents  Dear Owner ........................1  Contents..........................2  Identification of the machine..................4 Front view............................4 Rear view............................4 Model identification plate ........................5 Optional equipment..........................6  Safety..........................7 Description of symbols used in this document................7 Safety instructions ...........................8 Location and description of safety decals on the machine ............21 Road safety equipment and recommendations................25...
  • Page 5 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  Instructions for work ....................50 Putting the machine into work position ..................50 Adjustments in working position....................51 Machine use............................ 61  Optional equipment ..................... 62 Check chains ..........................62 Lifters .............................. 62 Swath shields for offset swathing ....................63 1 3/8 - 21 spline yoke........................

  • Page 6: Identification Of The Machine

    Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD $Identification of the machine 1. Front view 2. Rear view Identification of the machine KN284BGB A...

  • Page 7: Model Identification Plate

    Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD 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 Type:...

  • Page 8: Optional Equipment

    Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD 4. Optional equipment Tick box corresponding to the equipment fitted on your machine:  Check chains.  Lifters.  Swath shields for offset swathing.  1 3/8 - 21 spline yoke. Identification of the machine KN284BGB A...

  • Page 9: Safety

    Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD $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 10: Safety Instructions

    It is too late to learn once work has been started! 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. Safety KN284BGB A...
  • Page 11 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  Precautions to be taken before carrying out any operations on the machine 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 12 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  Precautions when driving Tractor handling, stability, performance and braking efficiency are all affected by weight distribution, trailed or mounted implements, additional ballast and driving conditions. It is therefore of great importance that the operator exercises caution in every given situation.
  • Page 13 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  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 14 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD Transport position Before transporting the machine on public roads, place the machine into its transport position, according to the instructions in this manual. Lights and indicators Before transporting the machine on public roads, ensure that all legally required lightings and signallings are in place.
  • Page 15 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  Hydraulic circuit Caution! The hydraulic circuit is under high pressure. Maximum pressure at work: 200 bar. 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 16 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  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 17 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD 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 18 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  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 19 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  Safety decals Safety warning decals are placed in pictorial form on various parts of the machine. They are there to warn you of potential dangers and to tell you how to avoid accidents. Always keep the safety decals clean and readable, and replace them when they are worn, damaged, missing or illegible.
  • Page 20 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 KN284BGB A...
  • Page 21 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  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...
  • Page 22 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  Precautions for machine use After each use, check the cutting tools (discs, knives) and their attachment hardware in accordance with the instructions given in the present manual. Immediately replace any worn, damaged or missing cutting tool or element.

  • Page 23: Location And Description Of Safety Decals On The Machine

    Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD 3. Location and description of safety decals on the machine  Location of safety decals 59900300 599011001 59900300 KN284BGB A Safety...
  • Page 24 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  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) Before...
  • Page 25 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD Crushing area (4) Never operate in an area where there is a crushing risk before all moving parts have come to a complete stop. 59900300 Manoeuvring area (5) Stay a safe distance from the machine. Crushing hazard.
  • Page 26 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD Cutting tools (7) 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 original manufacturer parts. 599011001...

  • Page 27: Road Safety Equipment And Recommendations

    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.
  • Page 28 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD The front safety device comprises: - 2 signalling panels (1) - 2 white lights (2) - 2 white reflectors (3)  Tyre pressure Tyre pressure: 1.5 bar (22.5 psi). 1,5 bar 22,5 psi Safety KN284BGB A...
  • Page 29 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  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. Coupling device Couple the machine to a tractor that is equipped with a system for locking the lift arms laterally and vertically.

  • Page 30: Machine Specifications

    Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD $Machine specifications 1. Description and glossary Check chain (Optional equipment) Drawbar Drawbar shift cylinder Front guard Side guard Wheel Wide spreading system Side gearbox Intermediate PTO shaft 2 Machine specifications KN284BGB A...
  • Page 31 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD Intermediate PTO shaft 1 Cutterbar Pitch angle adjustment rod Conditioning lever adjustment KN284BGB A Machine specifications...
  • Page 32 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD Parking stand Hitch pin category 2 Hitch pin category 3 PTO shaft support Gyrodine gearbox Gyrodine hitch tube Toolbox Special tool Wheel chocks 10 : Document box Machine specifications KN284BGB A...

  • Page 33: Technical Specifications

    Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD 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’’) 5.75 m (18’10’’)

  • Page 34: Required Equipment

    Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD 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»...

  • Page 35: Putting Into Service

    Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD $Putting into service 1. Description of control elements - The machine is supplied with a 13 mm spanner (1) for unlocking the greasing covers. - The machine is supplied with an 18 mm box wrench (2) to carry out certain adjustment and maintenance tasks.

  • Page 36: Coupling And Uncoupling

    Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD 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.
  • Page 37 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD Hitch pin parallelism Adjust tractor lift rods so that hitch pins are parallel to the ground. KN284BGB A Putting into service...
  • Page 38 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  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.
  • Page 39 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD - 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).
  • Page 40 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  Fit check chain See section "Frame height adjustment" to position the check chain. Putting into service KN284BGB A...
  • Page 41 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  Primary PTO shaft Make sure that the PTO shaft is correctly adjusted, to avoid premature wear and tear. 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.
  • Page 42 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD Never operate the PTO shaft at an angle X exceeding 30°. 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.
  • Page 43 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  Intermediate 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. Friction slip clutch The secondary PTO transmission shaft is fitted with a friction slip clutch.
  • Page 44 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD - Loosen nuts to release friction discs (a). - Let the friction discs slip for a few seconds (b). - FC3160/3560:Tighten nuts until distance (L) is 34 mm (1.34’’). - FC4060:Tighten nuts until distance 33 mm (1.3’’).
  • Page 45 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD Reinstall guard plate (2). Reinstall the 4 screws (1). KN284BGB A Putting into service...
  • Page 46 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  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...
  • Page 47 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD If the machine is fitted with check chains (According to the country of destination): - Attach check chains supplied with the machine to the upper free hole of the tractor's top link attachment clevis. - Lower the tractor lift until check chains are tensioned.
  • Page 48 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD - Block machine with wheel chocks (1). - 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.

  • Page 49: Instructions For Transport

    Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD $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.
  • Page 50 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD 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.

  • Page 51: Conformity With The Road Regulations

    Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD 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.

  • Page 52: Instructions For Work

    Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD $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...

  • Page 53: Adjustments In Working Position

    Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD 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.
  • Page 54 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD 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.
  • Page 55 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  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 (26’’).
  • Page 56 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD - Turn counter-clockwise to decrease the ground pressure. - Turn clockwise to increase the ground pressure. 30 (1) wrench. rotations adjustment screw corresponding to a variation of 15-20 daN. Should you have difficulties in adjusting the mowing unit ground pressure, it may be necessary to adjust the ground pressure system's torsion bars.
  • Page 57 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  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 or 1000 min .
  • Page 58 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  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".
  • Page 59 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  Swathing and wide spreading Swathing system The swathing system comprises: - 2 swath shields. Swath width adjustment: - Remove R-clip (1). - Lift handle (2): • Pivot swath shields inwards to reduce the swath width (a).
  • Page 60 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD 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 wing nut (1). - Pivot hood (a). - Tighten the wing nut (1).
  • Page 61 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD - 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).
  • Page 62 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD Tip cover (1) over the wide spreading device. This step allows preventing premature wear of the cover as well as a reduction of the wide spreading system's efficiency. The machine is in wide spreading configuration. To switch from wide spreading mode to swathing mode - Carry out the procedure in reverse.

  • Page 63: Machine Use

    Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD 3. Machine use Before mowing and to reduce risks of projections, lower side guards and front guards. Check guard locking. Check that latches (1) are attached. Check that nobody is within the machine pivoting area. If there is someone, make sure the person moves away.

  • Page 64: Optional Equipment

    Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD $Optional equipment 1. Check chains 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. 2. Lifters The lifters allow improving forage transport to the conditioner.

  • Page 65: Swath Shields For Offset Swathing

    Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD 3. Swath shields for offset swathing The swathing shield for offset swathing enables bringing two swaths closer to each other for easier pick-up. 4. 1 3/8 - 21 spline yoke. For a pto speed of 1000 min...

  • Page 66: Maintenance And Storage

    Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD $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 After the first Every 20 hours or at...

  • Page 67: Cleaning The Machine

    Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD 2. Cleaning the machine Regularly clean the build up between the conditioning hood and the support tube: - Unlock and lift front guard using 18 box spanner supplied with the machine. - Raise protection cover (1). - Clean.

  • Page 68: Lubrication

    Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD 3. Lubrication - Clean grease nipples before greasing. Lubricate with multi-purpose grease grade NLGI 2  PTO shafts Primary PTO shaft (a) - Every 50 hours: • universal joints (1). • transmission tube (2). • Guide rings (3).
  • Page 69 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD Universal joint assembly (b): - Loosen screw (1). - Pivot cover (2) to access greaser. - Grease PTO shaft U-joint. - Reinstall guard. Intermediate PTO shaft 1(c) - Loosen bolts (1). - Pivot cover (2) to access greaser.
  • Page 70 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD - Grease the U-joints. Intermediate PTO shaft 2 (d): - Loosen screw (1). - Pivot cover (2) to access greaser. - Grease • Grease PTO shaft U-joint. • Drive shaft tubes. - Reinstall cover plate. - Step on the self-adhesive non-slip patches (1) to access the other greasers.
  • Page 71 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD - Grease the U-joints.  Grease - The drawbar pivot pin. - Drawbar shift cylinder. KN284BGB A Maintenance and storage...
  • Page 72 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  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. Following all service operations or in case of an oil leak, empty an refill cutterbar.
  • Page 73 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  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.
  • Page 74 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  Side gearbox Before draining oil, operate the machine for a few minutes so that the oil warms up. The angle gearbox is lubricated with extreme-pressure gear oil with viscosity grade SAE 80W and API grade GL4: - FC3160 TCD: 2 L (0.53 US gal)
  • Page 75 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD 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.

  • Page 76: Maintenance

    Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD 4. Maintenance  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).
  • Page 77 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD Side gearbox - Check side bevel gearbox oil level: • The oil level must reach lower part of level plug hole. KN284BGB A Maintenance and storage...
  • Page 78 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  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 79 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD Disc direction of rotation: - FC3160TCD - FC3560TCD - FC4060TCD KN284BGB A Maintenance and storage...
  • Page 80 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD 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.
  • Page 81 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD 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).
  • Page 82 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD 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.
  • Page 83 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD Fitting Knives can be turned over on the same disc to use the OPTIDISC K6804720 2011 > ..other cutting edge or replaced. On each knife, an arrow indicates the disc's direction of rotation.
  • Page 84 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD - 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.
  • Page 85 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD - 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.
  • Page 86 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD - 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...
  • Page 87 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD 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).
  • Page 88 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  Ground pressure adjustment system Should you have difficulties in adjusting the mowing unit ground pressure, it may be necessary to adjust the ground pressure system's torsion bars. Adjustment procedure - Use mowing unit lift cylinder to lift the mowing unit.
  • Page 89 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD - Insert an M6 (1) screw in the threaded hole on the shaft end. This screw will facilitate extracting and inserting the torsion bar in its housing. Mark position of the torsion bar. - Rotate adjustment screw (1) to release pressure on the torsion bar.
  • Page 90 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD - Rotate adjustment screw while pushing on the torsion bar until reaching the following spline. • Rotate in direction (a) if the cutter bar is too light and in direction (b) if the cutter bar is too heavy.
  • Page 91 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD - Reinstall hood (2). - Reinstall the 4 bolts (1) Repeat procedure on the other side of the moving unit if necessary. - Remove wedges (1). - Open the mowing unit lift cylinder lock valves (2). KN284BGB A...
  • Page 92 Fit roll pins at 180° to each other with slots lined up in the direction of the main load. Respect the position of short and long fingers to avoid interference with the cutter bar. - FC3160TCD - FC3560TCD FC4060TCD Maintenance and storage KN284BGB A...
  • Page 93 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD  Rotor safety system A shear bolt safety system protects the rotor drive. The rotor safety system is fitted with 3 nuts. Nuts are spaced at 120°. If all 3 nuts have been used, replace them (See...
  • Page 94 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD - Release and lift side guard using 18mm box spanner supplied with the machine. Intervene on the pitch angle adjustment rod for easier access to the guard. - Remove the 3 nuts (1). - Remove guard (2).
  • Page 95 - Remove the damage bolt part (1). - Rotate cutter bar by hand to place hole (2) opposite the next nut. Use exclusively KUHN original parts. 5 spare M8 x 31 bolts are supplied with the machine. Check the shearing bolt class.
  • Page 96 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD - Reinstall guard (2). - Reinstall the 3 nuts (1). - Pull on handles (1) to unlock the side guards. - Lower and lock side guards. - Remove wedges (1). - Open the mowing unit lift cylinder lock valves (2).
  • Page 97 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD Replacement of the rotor safety system nuts If all 3 nuts have been used, replace them. Immediately replace worn or damaged parts with original manufacturer parts. - Use mowing unit lift cylinder to lift the mowing unit.
  • Page 98 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD - Stop rotor from rotating. - Remove screw (1) and washer (2). - Place a wooden wedge (1) between two discs to stop them from moving. Maintenance and storage KN284BGB A...
  • Page 99 - Remove flange (3). - Remove the 3 pieces of damaged bolt. - Replace the 3 self-locking nuts (4). Use exclusively KUHN original parts. 3 self-locking nuts M8 are supplied with the machine. Place nut locks on the flange side (3).
  • Page 100 - Reinstall the 3 bolts (2). • Torque: 13.5 daNm (100 lbf ft) - Prior to reassembly, coat surface (4) with graphite grease. Use exclusively KUHN original parts. 5 spare M8 x 31 bolts are supplied with the machine. Check the shearing bolt class.
  • Page 101 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD - Reinstall the rotor safety system. - Reinstall the 3 bolts (3). • Torque: 13.5 daNm (100 lbf ft) - Reinstall screw (1) and washer (2). • Torque: 8.5 daNm (63 lbf ft) Make sure to release the rotor rotation.
  • Page 102 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD - Reinstall guard (2). - Reinstall the 3 nuts (1). - Pull on handles (1) to unlock the side guards. - Lower and lock side guards. - Remove wedges (1). - Open the mowing unit lift cylinder lock valves (2).

  • Page 103: Storage

    Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD 5. Storage  At the end of each season - Clean the machine thoroughly. - Drain all gearboxes and refill with new oil (see "Lubrication" chapter). - Touch up any areas of damaged paintwork. - Put the machine under cover in a dry place.

  • Page 104: Troubleshooting Guide

    Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD $Troubleshooting guide    Problem Cause Remedy Replace knives. Dull or broken knives. Make sure the arrow on the Knives not installed correctly. knife upper face is pointing in the disc's direction of rotation. Uneven stubble.
  • Page 105 Mower conditioner FC3160TCD-3560TCD-4060TCD Select the rabbit position to obtain Insufficient rotor speed. a rotor speed of 1000 min Rotor finger rattle. Conditioning hood is too Position rotor conditioning closed. hood further away. Excessive ground speed. Reduce ground speed. Soil build-up on the machine.

  • Page 106: 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 107 - 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 108 $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 112 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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