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 SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 GII 2. Contents Dear Owner ........................1 Contents ..........................2 Identification of the machine..................4 Front view ............................4 Rear view ............................4 Identification of the machine ......................5 Optional equipment.......................... 6 Safety..........................7 Description of symbols used in this document................. 7 Safety instructions ...........................
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Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 GII Instructions for work ....................30 Place the machine in working position ..................30 Adjustments in working position ....................31 8.2.1 Setting windrow width....................... 32 8.2.2 Turning at headlands......................33 8.2.3 Setting rake arm angle ..................... 34 8.2.4 Changing the working width .....................
Do not remove the manufacturer, homologation and marking plates attached to the machine. 3.3.1 Location of the plates Note the serial number of your machine: • Serial Number: This information is to be given to the Kuhn authorized dealer for any spare parts order or warranty claim. 3.3.2 Description ...
Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 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 SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 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 SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 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 SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 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 SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 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 7N036EUS_B...
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Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 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, such as - Fit polycarbonate screens inside the tractor cab's...
Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 GII Location and description of safety decals on the machine Location of safety decals mile/h 4. - Safety 7N036EUS_B...
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Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 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) WARNING Crushing Hazard (3) WARNING Crushing Hazard (4)
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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 SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 GII 4.4.1 Transport lock 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. If there is someone, make sure the person moves away.
Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 GII 5. Machine specifications Description and glossary Clevis Windrow beam pin Transport wheel Rubber washer Windrow beam Right and left twin wheel mount Jack Right finger wheel Finger wheel hub Main frame Left finger wheel Mount retainer Tongue Primary pivot assembly...
Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 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) 2/3 of Gross weight = Tractor weight SR108 1510 lbs / 685 Kg...
Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 GII 6.1.3 Coupling the machine Drawbar hitch - Couple machine to tractor and secure hitch pin - Hitch pin should be 1’’ (2.5 cm) diameter. - Raise jack (1) using crank handle (2). - Remove pin (3) and jack.
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Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 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 rake. 6.1.5 Hydraulic connection Remove connector dust caps and connect hydraulic hoses to tractor.
Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 GII 6.1.6 Uncoupling the machine Park the machine on fairly level ground. Preferably park the machine with rake arms in the transport position with the selector valve in the transport position. - Position chocks underneath the machine wheels. - Put the tractor hydraulics in float position to depressurize the hydraulic circuit.
Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 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 SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 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 SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 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 SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 GII Adjustments in working position Minimum and maximum width and windrow specifications (See Note A). Windrow width (1) Model Minimum Maximum SR108/110/112 GII 3’ 0’’ (0.9 m) 7’ 0’’ (2.1 m) Working width (2) Model Minimum Maximum...
Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 GII 8.2.1 Setting windrow width The rear rake arm angle can be adjusted to increase or decrease the windrow width. Before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, perform the safety shutdown procedure. Make sure that machine is in working position.
Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 GII 8.2.2 Turning at headlands To prevent damage to the rake, DO NOT make 180° a sharp turn around at the headlands with the rake in the work position. At a headland, use the tractor hydraulics to lift the rake wheels from the ground (A), turn around, and then lower the rake wheels back to the ground (B).
Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 GII 8.2.3 Setting rake arm angle Change the rake wheel angle by rotating the turnbuckle (1). Making the turnbuckle longer will increase the rake 40° 20° arm angle and create a wider raking width. Making the turnbuckle shorter will decrease the rake arm angle and create a narrower raking width.
Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 GII 8.2.4 Changing the working width The working width can be adjusted by sliding the telescopic arm (1) and turnbuckle (4) inward or outward. This will change the windrow width but not affect the rake arm angle. To change working width: - Stop the tractor engine and remove ignition key.
Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 GII One side raking Before placing the machine in one side raking position: - Check that nobody is within the machine pivoting area. - If there is someone, make sure the person moves away. From the transport position: - Perform safety shutdown procedure.
Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 GII Adjusting rake wheel ground pressure Before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, perform the safety shutdown procedure. - As a starting point before adjusting ground pressure, the spring length (A) should be set to 10 1/2’’...
Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 GII Adjusting hydraulic hose length Before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, perform the safety shutdown procedure. - 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.
Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 GII 9. Optional equipment Center kicker wheel The center kicker wheel (1) 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 SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 GII 9.1.1 Locking center kicker wheel in the transport position Before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, perform the safety shutdown procedure. The center kicker wheel can be locked to prevent it from rotating to the working position during operation or transportation.
Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 GII 9.1.2 Adjusting center kicker wheel ground pressure Before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, perform the safety shutdown procedure. Ground pressure adjustments can be made by tightening or loosening the adjustment nut (1). To adjust center kicker wheel ground pressure: - Stop the tractor engine and remove ignition key.
Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 GII Individual rake arm control This kit provides all of the hardware and hoses necessary to allow the operator to have individual control of each rake arm from the tractor. The rake can be configured to rake with the left side, right side, or both.
Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 GII Transport lights The light and signalling kit provides increased safety during transport on public roads. Most tractor lights will be visible during transport of this equipment. However, if the tractor lights are obscured, then the optional light kit should be ordered and used during transport on public roads.
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Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 GII Connectors Right Left Right Left A connector B connector C connector Pin # Wire color Wire color Wire color White White White Yellow Yellow/green Yellow/green Brown Brown/black Brown/black Green Black 9. - Optional equipment 7N036EUS_B...
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Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 GII SAE Module Right Left SAE terminal Right terminal Left terminal Pin # Wire color Wire color Wire color White White White Yellow Green Yellow Brown Brown Brown Green White ISO Y Harness Right Left ISO terminal...
Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 GII Ball hitch The ball hitch is offered as an alternative to the drawbar hitch. See "Coupling the Machine" in the Putting Into Service section. Windguard Crops with less density or lighter weight may need to be raked with windguards installed on some or all of the raking wheels when raking in windy conditions.
Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 GII 10. Maintenance and storage 10.1 Lubrication Before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, perform the safety shutdown procedure. The pictorials show the points to be greased. Clean grease zerks before greasing. Every 25 hours - Primary pivot (1) - Twin rake wheel mount pivot (2)
Wheel Rake SR108 GII, SR110 GII, SR112 GII 10.2 Maintenance After the first 10 hours of use and periodically thereafter - Check tightness of all bolts and nuts on rake assembly, particularly on rake wheels, clevis, and tongue. - Check the center retaining clips on the rake wheels for tightness and adjust as necessary.
- Replace any damaged or missing safety decals. - Replace all parts that are worn or damaged with KUHN original parts. At the start of each season - Re-read the operators' manual.
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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