LEMKEN KARAT 10 Operating Instructions Manual
LEMKEN KARAT 10 Operating Instructions Manual

LEMKEN KARAT 10 Operating Instructions Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
INTENSIVE CULTIVATOR
KARAT 10
Karat 10/300
Karat 10/350
Karat 10/400
Karat 10/300 U
Karat 10/350 U
Karat 10/400 U
en-GB | Item no. 17516276 | BA 01/2023-09

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  • Page 1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS INTENSIVE CULTIVATOR KARAT 10 Karat 10/300 Karat 10/300 U Karat 10/350 Karat 10/350 U Karat 10/400 Karat 10/400 U en-GB | Item no. 17516276 | BA 01/2023-09...
  • Page 2 Pass these instructions to all users / owners. Original instructions © 2023 | This documentation is copyright protected. The copyright remains with LEMKEN GmbH & Co. KG, Weseler Strasse 5, D-46519 Alpen. The texts, diagrams and drawings must not be duplicated, distributed or disclosed in any other way,...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Table of contents About these instructions............................1 1.1 Introduction................................. 1 1.2 Target groups..............................3 1.3 Applied presentations............................. 3 1.3.1 Signal words and hazard statements...................... 3 1.3.2 Symbols and text markings........................4 1.3.3 Direction specifications..........................4 1.4 Further applicable documents........................5 Safety....................................
  • Page 4 Table of contents 6.2 Adjusting the machine..........................47 6.2.1 Adjusting working depth.......................... 47 6.2.2 Adjusting share position........................... 52 6.2.3 Adjusting lateral limiter..........................54 6.2.4 Adjusting rollers............................55 6.3 Working with the machine.......................... 59 6.3.1 Standard procedure............................ 59 6.3.2 Driving on the headland........................... 59 Cleaning and care..............................
  • Page 5 Appendix..................................87 A Type plate variants............................88 B Tightening torques screws ..........................89 C LEMKEN overview of operating materials....................95 D Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines............97 E Cross shaft overview............................101 en-GB | Item no. 17516276 | BA 01/2023-09...
  • Page 6 Table of contents en-GB | Item no. 17516276 | BA 01/2023-09...
  • Page 7: About These Instructions

    About these instructions About these instructions Introduction These operating instructions are important and belong to the machine's scope of delivery. These operating instructions must be available to the user at the place of use. Always read chapter "Safety" before using the machine for the first time.
  • Page 8 About these instructions Validity range These operating instructions describe operation of the machine after initial commissioning by the LEMKEN sales partner and handover to the operator. Prior to operation, initial commissioning and instruction in operation, setting/adjustment and maintenance must have been carried out.
  • Page 9: Target Groups

    About these instructions Target groups The target groups of these operating instructions are operators, users and service personnel of the machine. The target groups must meet the requirements for operators, users and service personnel as defined in these instructions. INFORMATION Ä...
  • Page 10: Symbols And Text Markings

    About these instructions 1.3.2 Symbols and text markings Symbol, text Meaning marking In front of and in texts Marking for routine maintenance tasks ● Activities that demand the help of service staff. Listing Position numbers [1], Example: ‘Settings’ Software element Example: [OK] Softkey, key, switch and button [kg]...
  • Page 11: Further Applicable Documents

    The documents are regularly updated and brought into line with any changes. The latest versions of the documents can be found in the LEMKEN Online Information System (LEONIS). Users can access LEONIS directly via the QR code or the LEMKEN website.
  • Page 12: Safety

    Safety Safety Machine limits Intended use The machine is used for soil cultivation on agricultural land. It may only be used in accordance with the recognised rules of good agricultural practice. The permitted working depth is limited to the cultivatable soil horizons. Use on heavily or deeply frozen soils, in soil horizons with unweathered parent rock and soil horizons with loose rock or solid bedrock is not regarded to be in compliance with the designated purpose.
  • Page 13: Requirements Of Operators, Users And Service Personnel

    Safety Hazardous area The machine and the area in the immediate vicinity of the machine is deemed a hazardous area. This includes the space over the entire width, length and height of the machine, as well as an additional safety distance of two metres to the machine.
  • Page 14: General Safety Information

    Safety Qualified specialists For the purposes of these instructions, qualified specialists are all per‐ sons who, on the basis of their professional training and experience, carry out the tasks assigned to them in a professional manner. Qualified specialists have knowledge of the relevant standards and regulations, recognise possible hazards and avoid hazards independently.
  • Page 15 Safety Spare parts Permissible spare parts are available from agroparts. The QR code takes the user directly to agroparts. There, the user can find spare parts for the machine. Safety equipment Existing and fully functional safety devices protect against death or serious personal injury.
  • Page 16: Safety Information On Hazardous Areas Of The Machine

    Safety Hydraulic assembly The hydraulic assembly might be under high pressure. Hydraulic oil leaking under pressure can penetrate through the skin into the body. Injury to body parts, face, eyes and unprotected skin may result. The hydraulic assembly might be hot. The hydraulic oil is harmful to health.
  • Page 17 Safety Area between the tractor and When standing between the tractor and machine, there is a risk due to machine tractor movements or sudden machine movements. Secure the tractor against rolling away. ► Before operating the linkage: Keep all persons away from the ►...
  • Page 18 Safety Moving hazardous area The hazardous area of the machine during operation. Moving hazardous area The hazardous area includes the area in driving direction across the entire width of the machine. There must be NO persons in the hazardous area. If there are persons in the hazardous area, may result in death or injury to persons.
  • Page 19 Safety Folding range Hazardous areas when folding the implement There should be NO persons present in the folding range. If persons are present in the folding range, it may result in death or serious injury. Lateral sections may, due to their height touch overhead lines during the folding processes and cause flashovers.
  • Page 20: Safety Information On Structural Modifications

    Safety Safety information on structural modifications Structural modifications Structural modifications and extensions can impair the functionality and operational safety of the machine. This may result in death or injuries. Auxiliary equipment and spare parts must comply with the manufactur‐ er's requirements. Modifications and conversions may only be carried out with the ►...
  • Page 21 Safety Road travel The user operates the machine via control elements such as tractor control units, touch screen, buttons or joystick. Touching the control elements may trigger functions and machine movements, even if touching the control elements was not intended. Disabling machine functions before driving on the road.
  • Page 22: Design And Description

    Design and description Machine overview INFORMATION Depending on the equipment of the machine and country-specific requirements, the assembly groups described below may be present on the machine. Example of Karat 10 Connecting system, headstock Levelling tines Frame Roller Tines / Shares...
  • Page 23 Design and description Example of Karat 10 U Connecting system, headstock Levelling tines Frame Roller Tines / Shares Lighting equipment Automatic overload safety device of the tines / Depth adjustment shares Type plate The machine is marked with a type plate. The machine type can be identified uniquely by the type plate.
  • Page 24 Design and description Headstock Cross shaft The headstock with cross shaft and top link pin has been Top link pin designed according to standard ISO 730. The headstock is used to connect the machine to the three-point linkage of the tractor. The machine is suitable for attachment to Quick-Hitch couplings.
  • Page 25 Design and description Roller The rollers ensure reconsolidation and additional crumbling of the soil. When the machine is lowered for working, the rollers support its weight during operation in the field and ensure precise depth control. The weight of the rollers additionally supports the soil penetration of the machine.
  • Page 26: Machine Safety

    Design and description Tines and shares Stalk Share bases with various share systems can be attached to the Share base stalks . Share bases are secured with linch pins Linch pin Support wheels The support wheels are mounted to the outside of the frame. The support wheels prevent the outer tines from working deeper than necessary.
  • Page 27: Meaning Of The Labels

    Design and description Karat 10 - Label overview 3.2.2 Meaning of the labels This section explains the information and warning signs that have been affixed to the machine. Risk of crushing Moving parts may cause crushing and shearing injuries. Keep hands and fingers away from moving parts.
  • Page 28 Design and description Reading the operating instructions Incorrect use or operation of the machine can result in death or serious injury. Before commissioning: Read and observe the operating instructions. ► Follow the instructions for action. ► Turn off the engine A tractor with the engine running can cause unintentional movements.
  • Page 29 Design and description Lashing points Lashing points for fixing during transport Jack positioning points Positioning points for jack Hydraulic equipment Connection overview of hydraulic hoses Black: Hydraulic depth adjustment Red: Outer concave discs Depth adjustment, mechanical en-GB | Item no. 17516276 | BA 01/2023-09...
  • Page 30: Safety Devices

    Design and description 3.2.3 Safety devices 3.2.3.1 Lighting equipment and identification The marking and the lighting equipment increase safety while driving on the road. For public road traffic, the machine must be equipped with the fol‐ lowing components in accordance with national regulations: Marking Lighting equipment Rear lighting equipment...
  • Page 31: Working Tools

    Design and description Working tools Tool Application/Special feature Tines The tines of the machine are equipped with a quick-change system. Share bases with various share systems are attached and secured with linch pins to tines equipped with a quick-change system. Depending on the machine equipment, the tines are protected against overload by automatic overload safety devices or shear bolts.
  • Page 32: Commissioning

    Scope of delivery and equipment of the machine may vary depending on the configuration of the purchase order. 1. Make certain that all LEMKEN original parts are present according to the purchase order. 2. Make certain that all parts are undamaged and correctly mounted (see corresponding mounting instructions if applicable).
  • Page 33 Commissioning Assembly group Requirement Check The categories of the three-point linkage of the tractor match the categories of the cross shaft or the lower link pin and the top link pin. If the categories differ, the three-point linkage of the tractor or the connecting system of the machine has been aligned.
  • Page 34: Attaching The Machine

    Commissioning Checklist for preparing the tractor Assembly group Requirement Check The air pressure of the tractor tyres corresponds to the instructions of the tractor manufacturer. Tyres The air pressure is the same in all the tyres of one axle. Ä Chapter 12.10 ‘Tyres Under difficult conditions: and wheels’...
  • Page 35 Commissioning Top link slightly inclined - cross shaft ATTENTION at top – Prior to attachment, the lifting rods must be adjusted to the same length. Lower link in upper position and top link mounted slightly inclined: Top link slightly inclined Cross shaft at top Traction line slightly inclined Behaviour with slightly inclined traction line...
  • Page 36 Commissioning Top link strongly inclined - cross shaft Lower link in the lower position and top link mounted strongly inclined: at bottom Top link strongly inclined Cross shaft at bottom Traction line steep Behaviour with steep traction line Penetration of the machine Roller pressure Depth control Worse...
  • Page 37 Commissioning Top link inclined - cross shaft at top Lower link in upper position and top link mounted inclined: Top link inclined Cross shaft at top Traction line flat Behaviour with flat traction line Penetration of the machine High Roller pressure High Depth control Better...
  • Page 38 Commissioning The top link position influences the: Mounting position of the top link on the machine Penetration Working depth Roller pressure Alignment of the frame Position Penetration Lift height Roller pressure Top link pin High Bottom High High The higher up the top link is positioned, the: worse the soil penetration higher the lifting lower the roller pressure...
  • Page 39: Connecting The Machine To The Tractor

    Commissioning 4.2.2 Connecting the machine to the tractor Preparing tractor and machine 1. Clean all hydraulic connections and hydraulic plugs on the tractor and the machine. 2. Ensure that the tractor is suitable for the machine. Ä Chapter 4.1.2 ‘Ensuring suitability of the tractor’ on page 26 3.
  • Page 40 Commissioning Changing cross shaft mounting posi‐ tion Two different heights (draw point positions) are provided at the Upper mounting position machine for the cross shaft. Lower mounting position Mounting position Effect Low draw point Cross shaft mounted at top Improve penetration of the machine.
  • Page 41 Commissioning 1. Undo the nuts of the screws of the two stops 2. Pull the cross shaft halfway out of the holes in the rail plates 3. Remove the stops from the cross shaft Put them to one side. 4. Pull the cross shaft out of the holes. 5.
  • Page 42 Commissioning Preconditions: √ Machine has been lowered. √ Hydraulic system of the tractor is set to the control position. 1. When the machine is mounted on the tractor: Adjust the top link length until the top link pin is relieved of load.
  • Page 43 Commissioning Mounting the machine Preconditions: √ Cross shaft is mounted in the correct position. √ Top link is mounted in the correct position. 1. Switch the hydraulic system of the tractor to position control mode. 2. Reverse the tractor straight up to the machine, ensuring the catch hooks of the lower links can be coupled with the cross shaft.
  • Page 44 Commissioning WARNING: Hydraulic oil under pressure may squirt out of the hydraulic hoses when they are connected and disconnected. INFORMATION: Ensure that the hydraulic connections and hydraulic plugs are clean. Connect hydraulic hoses to the tractor. Make certain they are assigned correctly. Ä...
  • Page 45: Road Travel

    Road travel Road travel Information on road travel INFORMATION Laws on driving on public roads differ in many countries. Pay particular attention to local laws and regulations regarding the ► following points: Driving on public highways Maximum permissible transport height Maximum permissible transport width Maximum permissible transport weight Lighting equipment...
  • Page 46 Road travel Assembly group Requirement Check The side shields are swivelled to the transport position to ensure adherence to a transport width of 3 m. Machines with a working width of 300 cm or 400 cm and equipped with the duckfoot-shares KG37 or KG37H: Overall machine To ensure adherence to a transport width of 3 m, the duckfoot-shares KG35 or KG35H are mounted on the two outer tines.
  • Page 47: Operation

    Operation Operation Changing the setup state 6.1.1 Converting the shares Background DANGER Serious crush injuries A machine with a high dead weight can move down‐ wards independently. Serious crush injuries and puncture wounds caused by sharp components, as well as deep lacerations caused by sharp-edged components, can lead to life-threatening harm.
  • Page 48 Operation Point Guide plate Stalk Linch pin with safety bar Share base with quick-change system Wing share The machine can be used with various share systems that enable both deep soil cultivation and shallow full-surface soil cultivation. The points and the wing shares can be mounted as hard-faced equip‐ ment.
  • Page 49 Operation Converting the shares 1. Remove the shares. Ä Chapter 6.1.2 ‘Changing shares at the quick-change system’ on page 44 2. Replace the guide plate and the point on the share base , if required. Observe the information on the tightening torques. Ä...
  • Page 50: Changing Shares At The Quick-Change System

    Operation 6.1.2 Changing shares at the quick-change system Background The quick-change system allows easy mounting and removal of the Tines Share shares on the tine Shares can be replaced quickly with another share and the entire machine can be converted in just a few minutes. INFORMATION Adherence to the 3 m transport width: For machines with a working width of 300 cm or 400 cm...
  • Page 51 Operation 8. Secure the lifted machine with suitable supports against uninten‐ tional lowering. ð Conversion has been prepared. Remove the share Protective equipment: Safety shoes Protective gloves, mechanical hazard 1. Wear protective gloves. CAUTION: Worn components may have sharp edges. There is therefore a risk of cuts.
  • Page 52: Mounting The Weed Harrow

    Operation INFORMATION The shares can be replaced or, if necessary, converted. Ä Chapter 6.1.1 ‘Converting the shares ’ on page 41 Mount the share Protective equipment: Safety shoes Protective gloves, mechanical hazard INFORMATION Adherence to the 3 m transport width: For machines with a working width of 300 cm or 400 cm and equipped with the duckfoot-shares KG37 or KG37H: –...
  • Page 53: Adjusting The Machine

    Operation Mounting the weed harrow Weed harrow The weed harrow must always be mounted on a trailing roller. Brackets Brackets and U-bolts are available for mounting. There is one U-bolts harrow segment for each trailing roller segment. Example image 1. Position both U-bolts on the supporting tube of the roller.
  • Page 54 Operation Adjusting working depth of tines mechanically CAUTION When performing adjustments, there is a risk of crushing, cutting, trapping and hitting hands, feet and other body parts on heavy and partly spring-loaded and/or sharp- edged parts. – Park the machine on solid and level ground. –...
  • Page 55 Operation 5. Insert the top pins directly above the carrier to ensure the weight of the rollers additionally supports the soil penetration of the machine. INFORMATION: When the machine is lifted, the free space between the rollers and the soil is also increased. 6.
  • Page 56 Operation The currently adjusted working depth is displayed on the scale: The working depth (red arrow ) is displayed on the scale: = minimum depth (roller at bottom) = maximum depth (roller at top) en-GB | Item no. 17516276 | BA 01/2023-09...
  • Page 57 Operation Working depth of the support wheels The support wheels are mounted to the outside of the frame at the front and improve the depth control of the machine. Depth adjustment is carried out via the pin adjustment using the pin and the eccentric lever.
  • Page 58: Adjusting Share Position

    Operation 1. Unlock the pin. 2. To relieve the pin, push the stalk upwards. 3. Pull out the pin. 4. Push the stalk to the desired position. 5. Insert the pin. 6. Secure the pin. ð The working depth of the levelling tools has been adjusted. Working depth of outer discs The outer discs are adjusted with the help of the pins as follows: 1.
  • Page 59 Operation CAUTION Risk of being crushed at moving mechanical compo‐ nents Components with a high dead weight can move down‐ wards independently. – NEVER reach between components that can move independently under their own dead weight. – When moving the components manually: Wear pro‐ tective gloves.
  • Page 60: Adjusting Lateral Limiter

    Operation 6.2.3 Adjusting lateral limiter Adjusting side shields The user can change the position and the inclination angle of the side shields. Various holes are available in the side shields and the stalks for this purpose. 1. Lift the machine. 2.
  • Page 61: Adjusting Rollers

    Operation 6.2.4 Adjusting rollers 6.2.4.1 Knife roller Working depth of the knives On both sides of the roller: Secure the tractor and machine to prevent them from rolling away. Secure lifted parts to prevent them from lowering. Remove the ignition key. 2.
  • Page 62 Operation Deflection height of the knife bar Low deflection height (standard): On both sides of the roller: √ The lower pins limit the upward deflection height of the knife bar. ► Insert the lower pin into the hole of the adjustment plate Select the hole directly below the support plate ð...
  • Page 63 Operation Position of the knives Knife bar The knives at the knife bar have two mounting positions: Front position Front position (default). Rear position Rear position (if worn). Knife If worn: ► Move the knife to the rear en-GB | Item no. 17516276 | BA 01/2023-09...
  • Page 64 Operation 6.2.4.2 Packer profile roller and packer double roller Pressure load The pressure load on the packer rollers is changed via the two link positions of the rollers. Position A Position (heavy ground) Position B – Higher pressure load on the front roller –...
  • Page 65: Working With The Machine

    Operation Working with the machine 6.3.1 Standard procedure 1. Position the tractor-machine combination. 2. If present, remove the safety guards. 3. With folding machine: Fold out machine. 4. Set the machine. 5. During forward travel, insert the machine into the soil. 6.
  • Page 66: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Cleaning and care After working in the field Remove soil from the machine. ► Cleaning with high-pressure cleaner The user can clean the machine with the high-pressure cleaner. When cleaning, the user must observe the following: ATTENTION Damage due to cleaning with a high-pressure cleaner Components may be damaged when cleaning with a high-pressure cleaner.
  • Page 67: Decommissioning

    Decommissioning Decommissioning Detaching the machine Detaching machine with headstock Precondition: √ The subsoil is level with sufficient bearing capacity. 1. Secure the tractor and machine to prevent them from rolling away. WARNING: When standing between the tractor and machine, there is a risk of the tractor rolling away or of sudden machine movements.
  • Page 68 Decommissioning Preconditions: √ Machine is cleaned. 1. Store machine in a frost-free and dark place under cover. ATTENTION: Light (UV radiation) accelerates the ageing process of plastics. 2. Store moisture-sensitive components and the operating instruc‐ tions in a dry and frost-free place. en-GB | Item no.
  • Page 69: Maintenance And Repair Work

    Maintenance and repair work Maintenance and repair work Maintaining the machine properly Personnel Certain activities, e.g. working on hydraulic hoses, should only be car‐ ried out by service personnel. These tasks are: Highlighted with the symbol Marked in the SERVICE PERSONNEL column in the maintenance schedule Spare parts Permissible spare parts are available from agroparts.
  • Page 70: During The Maintenance And Repair

    Maintenance and repair work 9.1.2 During the maintenance and repair To prevent accidents or injuries: Wear protective equipment. ► Use auxiliary equipment, e.g.: ► Suitable tools Climbing aids Supporting elements For dismantling and mounting heavy components: ► Use hoisting gear. Check nuts and screw heads etc.
  • Page 71 Maintenance and repair work Chap. Task to execute 9.2.4 Check marking ● 9.2.4 Checking safety sticker ● 9.2.4 Checking other safety equipment ● 9.2.5 Checking hydraulic hoses ● 9.2.5 Replacing hydraulic hoses ● ● 9.2.5 Checking hydraulic connections ● 9.2.6 Checking connector plugs and cables ●...
  • Page 72: Tractor Connection

    Maintenance and repair work 9.2.2 Tractor connection Checking the top link pin 1. Visual inspection of the top link pin for: Damage Wear 2. Replace damaged or worn top link pins. Checking the cross shaft Personnel: Service personnel 1. Visual inspection by the user Wear Damage Peculiarities when driving...
  • Page 73: Safety Equipment

    Maintenance and repair work Checking air pressure WARNING Risk of accident due to incorrect air pressure Excessive air pressure in the tyres may cause them to burst. Insufficient air pressure can lead to overloading of the tyres. This will have a negative influence on accu‐ rate follow-on of the machine.
  • Page 74: Hydraulics

    Maintenance and repair work Checking other safety equipment Ensure the functionality and integrity of all other safety equipment. ► 9.2.5 Hydraulics Checking hydraulic hoses 1. Check hydraulic hoses for damage and leakages. ð Replace damaged or defective hydraulic hoses immedi‐ ately.
  • Page 75: Electrics

    Maintenance and repair work 9.2.6 Electrics Checking connector plugs and cables Perform visual inspection of the connector plugs and cables. ► Watch for bent or broken contact pins in the plugs. Watch for exposed places in cables. ð Repair damaged connector plugs or cables immediately or have them replaced.
  • Page 76: Rollers

    Maintenance and repair work 9.2.8 Rollers 9.2.8.1 Checking bolted connections of roller oscillation Tighten bolted connections in a criss-cross fashion to 120 Nm. ► 9.2.8.2 Checking the scraper of the trapeze packer roller 1. Check the distance between the scraper and the roll sleeve Turn the roller through 360°.
  • Page 77: Lubricating

    Maintenance and repair work Replace scrapers Target: Avoid consequential damage to the implement caused by fallen-off scrapers. 1. Dismantle worn scrapers 2. Mount new scrapers. Scrapers are mounted on the bar on the side facing the driving direction. 3. Tighten the screw to 93 Nm.
  • Page 78: Lubricating Components Via Grease Nipples

    Maintenance and repair work 9.3.2 Lubricating components via grease nipples Lubricate wheel bearing ► Lubricate 1 lubricating point at the wheel bearing Lubricating hydraulic rams Lubricate 2 lubricating points at each hydraulic ram . ► 9.3.3 Grease components Grease top link pin Dismantle, grease and reassemble the top link pin.
  • Page 79: Work Instructions

    Maintenance and repair work Grease piston rods Grease piston rods with an acid-free grease. ► Grease surfaces Grease uncoated surfaces that can rust. ► Work instructions 9.4.1 Replacing concave discs DANGER Serious crush injuries A machine with a high dead weight can move down‐ wards independently.
  • Page 80: Replace The Scrapers Of The Flexring Roller

    Maintenance and repair work 2. Carefully clean the concave disc and bearing flange ATTENTION: After dismantling the concave disc, a section of the bearing is openly accessible. Dirt must not get into this section. 3. Undo the self-locking nuts 4. Remove the self-locking nuts fully. 5.
  • Page 81: 10 Troubleshooting And Error Correction

    Troubleshooting and error correction 10 Troubleshooting and error correction 10.1 Finding and eliminating errors correctly INFORMATION Necessary deviations from this procedure are described in the respective chapters on troubleshooting. 1. Park the tractor/machine combination. 2. Secure the tractor-machine combination to prevent it from rolling away.
  • Page 82: Replacing The Shear Bolt

    Troubleshooting and error correction 10.2 Replacing the shear bolt CAUTION Risk of being crushed at moving mechanical compo‐ nents Components with a high dead weight can move down‐ wards independently. – NEVER reach between components that can move independently under their own dead weight. –...
  • Page 83: 11 Shutdown And Disposal

    Shutdown and disposal 11 Shutdown and disposal 11.1 Final decommissioning ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Do NOT leave machine parts exposed to weather condi‐ tions for an extended period, as operating materials, etc. could be released into the environment. Precondition: √ Further use of the machine within the meaning of these instruc‐ tions is no longer intended.
  • Page 84: Recycling And Disposal

    Shutdown and disposal 11.2 Recycling and disposal Special knowledge is required for disposal of machine parts or oper‐ ating materials. 1. Assign qualified specialists for disposal. 2. Recycle machine parts. 3. Dispose of auxiliary materials and operating materials in an envi‐ ronmentally responsible manner.
  • Page 85: Technical Data

    Different machine variants are potentially distinguished in the technical data by means of abbreviated product designations, e.g. type designa‐ tion on the type plate: Ä Appendix A ‘Type plate variants’ on page 88 12.2 Dimensions Karat 10 Transport length, max. [mm] 5000 5000 5000 Transport length, min. [mm]...
  • Page 86: Required Drawbar Load

    12.6 Performance data Ambient and operating conditions Recommended operating speed 12 km/h Working on slopes max. +/- 20° Operating temperature range 0°C to 50°C Tractor power requirements Permitted tractor power Karat 10 Tractor power [HP] 105...180 123...210 140...240 minimum...maximum [kW] 77...132...
  • Page 87: Noise, Airborne Sound

    Noise, airborne sound £70 dB(A) Noise level of the machine while working 12.9 Operating materials Operating material Karat 10 Hydraulic oil [type] HLP 46 according to ISO 4406 21/19/16 Acid-free grease According to DIN 51 502 12.10 Tyres and wheels Tyre size Manu‐...
  • Page 88: 12.11 Connecting Systems At The Machine

    Technical data 12.11 Connecting systems at the machine Permitted categories for cross shafts and top link pins Karat 10 Cross shaft category 3N ● ● ● Cross shaft category 3 ● ● ● Top link pin - category 3 ●...
  • Page 89: Index

    Index Index Adjusting side shields ..... 54 Decommissioning Air pressure ......81 Final .
  • Page 90 Index Lubricate Top link pin ......72 Headstock ......18 Lubricating .
  • Page 91 Index User ....... . 7 Operating conditions ..... . 80 Operating materials .
  • Page 92 Index Side shields Variants ......88 Design and Description ....19 Tyre pressure .
  • Page 93: Appendix

    Appendix Appendix en-GB | Item no. 17516276 | BA 01/2023-09...
  • Page 94: A Type Plate Variants

    19 Type / Variant / Version the type plate. 20 Technical conditions Permissible total mass [kg]* 21 QR code to call up LEONIS (LEMKEN Online Infor‐ 10 Permissible drawbar load [kg] (axle 0) mation System) 11 Permissible axle load [kg] (axle 1)
  • Page 95: B Tightening Torques Screws

    Tightening torques screws Tightening torques screws Bolted connections, general principles The following tightening torques refer to screw connections not spe‐ cifically mentioned in these mounting instructions. Special tightening torques are indicated in the text. Identify screw connection: – Identification on the screw head –...
  • Page 96 The friction coefficient of 0.14 ... 0.15 must be complied with. Never tighten with an impact wrench Tightening torques for bolted connections The following tightening torques apply with all bolted connections used by LEMKEN, unless specified otherwise: Screws and nuts made of steel Diameter Strength category 8.8 [Nm*]...
  • Page 97 Tightening torques screws Diameter Strength category 8.8 [Nm*] 10.9 [Nm*] 12.9 [Nm*] 1245 1450 1121 1570 1892 1958 2753 3304 * µ = 0.09 Diameter Strength category 8.8 [Nm*] 10.9 [Nm*] 12.9 [Nm*] M8 x 1 22.8 32.0 38.4 M10 x 1 40.9 57.5 68.9...
  • Page 98 Tightening torques screws Screws and nuts made of stainless steel Diameter [Nm*] A2-70 A4-80 11.5 19.0 25.5 38.0 51.0 65.0 87.0 * µ = 0.14 Tightening torques for wheel bolts and wheel nuts Implements Diameter / thread [Nm] Every M14 x 1,5 Every M18 x 1,5 Every...
  • Page 99 The tightening torques are calculated for the friction values µ specified in the tables. The required tightening torque deviates: – If any screws other than LEMKEN original screws are used. – If screws are re-used. Only use LEMKEN original screws! Points M12-10.9/12.9...
  • Page 100 Tightening torques screws Posi‐ Tightening Screw tion torque [Nm] M12-10.9/12.9 M12-10 M12-10.9/12.9 M12-10.9/12.9 M12x80-8.8 M12x8.8/12.9 * Observe the tightening sequence (1), (2) and then (1) again. en-GB | Item no. 17516276 | BA 01/2023-09...
  • Page 101: Clemken Overview Of Operating Materials

    LEMKEN overview of operating materials LEMKEN overview of operating materials F - fluid grease LEMKEN Designation Container size Reference Specification / Standard item number LEMKEN specification Lubricant code: Castrol Tribol GR 100-00 PD 877 1595 5 kg – Castrol Tribol GR 00 PD:...
  • Page 102 The latest versions of the documents can be found in the LEMKEN Online Information System (LEONIS). Users can access LEONIS directly via the QR code or the LEMKEN website. It is where the user can find spare parts for the latest versions of the documents.
  • Page 103: D Calculation Of Axle Load And Ballasting For Mounted Machines

    Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines The calculation of the axle loads and required ballasting is based on data from the operating instructions for the tractor and machine. The result of the calculation is a guide value for an initial assessment of the axle loads and the required ballasting.
  • Page 104 Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines Data acquisition for calculating axle loads Abbreviation Description Value Unit Tractor data from the operating instructions or determined by weighing Permissible gross weight of the tractor [kg] G_zul Permissible front axle load [kg] V_zul Permissible back axle load...
  • Page 105 Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines Minimum ballasting, FrontG Vmin rear-mounted machine Enter the calculated value in the result table. Minimum ballasting, RearG Hmin front mounted machine Enter the calculated value in the result table. Actual gross weight G Enter the calculated value in the result table.
  • Page 106 Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines Results for tractor/implement combination Create a result table for each tractor that is used: Actual value Permitted value Double permis‐ according to calculation according to tractor sible tyre load- or measurement operating instruc‐...
  • Page 107: E Cross Shaft Overview

    Cross shaft overview Cross shaft overview To determine the cross shaft or lower link connection: Determine the dimensions shown in the sketch on the machine. Compare the dimensions with the data in the table. The category of the three-point linkage must match with the cate‐ gory of cross shaft or lower link connection.
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