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....................................
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Table of contents 5.3 Preparing the lighting equipment for road travel................33 Operation................................... 35 6.1 Basic operation..............................35 6.1.1 Folding machine............................35 6.1.2 Operate the stand............................36 6.2 Changing the setup state..........................36 6.2.1 Mount the weed harrow........................... 36 6.3 Adjusting the machine..........................37 6.3.1 Depth adjustment............................
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Table of contents 9.3.3 Grease components............................ 66 9.4 Work instructions............................67 9.4.1 Replace the concave discs........................67 9.4.2 Re-adjusting the locking device of the outer concave discs............68 9.4.3 Replace the scrapers of the flexring roller..................69 9.4.4 Replacing the harrow tines of the rebound harrow................ 69 9.4.5 Replacing the levelling harrow.......................
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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.
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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.
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 the qualification of the personnel. Ä Chapter 2.2 ‘Requirements of operators, users and service personnel’ on page 7.
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]...
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.
Safety Safety Machine limits Intended use The machine is used for soil cultivation on agricultural land. 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.
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.
Safety General safety information Operating instructions The operating instructions are part of the machine. The machine is intended exclusively for use in accordance with these operating instructions. Applications of the machine not described in these oper‐ ating instructions may result in personal injury or death or property damage.
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Safety Safety equipment Existing and fully functional safety devices protect against death or serious personal injury. Keep the labels legible and renew them, if necessary. ► Replace damaged safety devices. ► Install dismantled safety devices before commissioning. ► Move the safety devices to the protective position. ►...
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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 may be hot. The hydraulic oil is harmful to health.
Safety Safety information on hazardous areas of the machine 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. ►...
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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.
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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.
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 ►...
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Safety Behaviour during flashover of over‐ Flashovers cause high electrical voltages on the outside of the tractor- head lines machine combination. Large voltage differences occur on the ground around the tractor-machine combination. Large steps, lying down or supporting yourself on the ground may cause life-threatening electrical currents (step voltage).
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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.
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. Drawbar with hitch and connections Scale of the hydraulic depth adjustment Concave discs Hydraulic ram for moving the lateral parts Levelling harrow...
Design and description Further information about the type plate: Ä Appendix A ‘Type plate variants’ on page 86 Machine safety 3.2.1 Position of the label 3.2.2 Meaning of the labels This section explains the information and warning signs that have been affixed to the machine.
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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.
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Design and description Area between the tractor and machine A tractor with the engine running can make or cause unintentional movements. This will result in death or serious injury. When the tractor is running: Do NOT remain in the area between the tractor and machine. ►...
Design and description Jack positioning points Positioning points for jack Lifting points for fork-lift truck Lifting points for fork-lift truck High-pressure cleaning prohibited Do not use a high-pressure cleaner for cleaning. Hydraulic equipment Connection overview of hydraulic hoses P1/T1 - Folding* P2/T2 - Trailer* P3/T3 - Hydraulic depth adjustment P5/T5/LS - iQblue Contour (contour adjustment)
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Design and description Front lighting equipment Example of front lighting equipment LED indicator Reflecting film - yellow Rear lighting equipment Example of rear lighting equipment LED indicator Reflecting film - red Reflecting film - orange LED rear light Warning board Depending on national regulations, a warning board may be required for slow-moving vehicles.
Design and description 3.2.3.2 Stabilisation Stand - hydraulic drawbar The wheel chocks are carried on the machine in the area of the lamp holder when the machine is mounted. 3.2.3.3 Safety chain For machines without a braking system, a safety chain may be required, depending on the national regulations.
Design and description Solo axle The solo axle is only used to transport the implement and to insert and lift the implement when working in the field. Use in conjunction with other mounted implements is not permitted. iQblue Contour Overview Contour adjustment takes place automatically when the iQblue Con‐...
Design and description LPS control Position of the LEDs on the implement The LED display shows current processes and the status of the job computer, e.g. error codes. There are six LEDs, each with a different meaning. Error code display of the sensors Signal for the start and end of the error code Software activity Retract working section cylinder (side independent)
Design and description Working tools Tool Application/Special feature Concave discs The implement is equipped with two rows of serrated concave discs. The concave discs are protected against overloads by the automatic over‐ load safety devices. The outer concave discs offer infinitely variable adjustment of the working depth.
Commissioning Commissioning Checking suitability of the tractor WARNING Risk of accident due to unsuitable tractor If the tractor is not suitable for the machine, compo‐ nents of the machine may be overloaded and the tractor- machine combination may not be steered safely. This may result in accidents with injuries or death of persons or damage to the machine.
Commissioning Preparing the tractor Keep the tractor documentation The tractor is prepared before attaching the machine. For this purpose, ready the user must carry out various checks and adjustments. The following information about the tractor is required: Air pressure of tyres Checklist Tyres Observe the instructions of the tractor manufac‐...
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Commissioning Checklist The tractor is suitable for operating Ä Chapter 4.1 ‘Checking suita‐ the machine. bility of the tractor’ on page 27 The tractor is prepared. Ä Chapter 4.2 ‘Preparing the tractor’ on page 28 The machine is mounted ready for use and is in technically perfect con‐...
Commissioning 4.3.2 Attaching the machine Attach the implement to the tractor 1. Move the tractor straight back in front of the implement ð The distance is approx. 20 cm. INFORMATION: If horizontal attachment of the implement is not possible: – Adjust the height of the traction device on the tractor.
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Commissioning 3. Connect hydraulic hoses to the tractor. Make certain they are assigned correctly. Note the hydraulic system labels. 4. Check whether the volumetric flow for folding is adjusted to at least 70 l/min. 5. Connect the electric lines to the tractor. 6.
Road travel Road travel Information on road travel 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 Markings...
Road travel Checklist Working depth Adjust the working depth of the imple‐ Ä Depth adjustment, see page 37 ment (red pointer) to position "5". Control units of the Observe the instructions of the tractor Ä Further applicable documents, see tractor hydraulics manufacturer.
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Road travel Checking electric lines and proper functioning 1. Connect the connector of the lighting equipment to the socket on the tractor. 2. Test the electric line between the tractor and the machine. 3. Test the lighting equipment. Testing the lighting equipment 1.
Operation Operation Basic operation 6.1.1 Folding machine Folding machine out Preconditions: √ NO overhead lines in the folding range √ NO persons in the folding range √ Tractor has stopped. √ Machine is lifted fully at the front and rear. 1.
Operation 6.1.2 Operate the stand Fold the stand 1. Unlock the stand Remove the pin 2. Fold in/out the stand. 3. Secure the stand. Stand Folded in: Mount the pin in the holder Folded out: Insert the pins in the holes Secure the pin with the linch pin.
Operation 1. Position both U-bolts on the leg of the roller. 2. Mount the brackets of the harrow segment. 3. Install and tighten the washers and nuts Ä Appendix B ‘Tight‐ ening torques screws ’ on page 88 4. If necessary, Ä Adjust the weed harrow, page 47. U-bolts Roller leg Harrow holder...
Operation 1. Set shallowest working depth. ð Red pointer is at position 2. Lower implement on horizontal ground on the rollers. 3. Adjust the hydraulic drawbar. ð The working depth of the front and rear concave disc row is the same. Depth adjustment (red arrow) 4.
Operation 6.3.3 iQblue Contour Prepare and calibrate 6.3.3.1 Preparing the tractor-machine combination Precondition: √ Machine is mounted. 1. Fold out and lower the machine. 2. Secure the tractor-machine combination to prevent it from rolling away. 3. Disconnect the electrical connection to the job computer. DANGER: Danger of death due to unintentional machine move‐...
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Operation 6.3.3.2.2 iQblue Contour Activate or deactivate iQblue Contour Activate Precondition: √ Ä Chapter 6.3.3.1 ‘Preparing the tractor-machine combination’ on page 39 1. Remove the pin Start the tractor. Unlock the hydraulic control units Use the control unit to move the folding cylinder to a position that ensures the pin can be pulled without resistance.
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Operation iQblue Contour Deactivate Precondition: √ Ä Chapter 6.3.3.1 ‘Preparing the tractor-machine combination’ on page 39 1. Close the shut-off valve on the hydraulic ram. Shut-off valve hydraulics iQblue 2. Remove the pin Contour Start the tractor. Unlock the hydraulic control units Use the control unit to move the folding cylinder to a position that ensures the pin can be pulled without resistance.
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Operation 6.3.3.3 iQblue Contour Calibrating 6.3.3.3.1 Automatic calibration Overview on the implement Position of the job computer Position of the LEDs Position of the button Status display in calibration mode Error log of the sensors Status display Meaning Start signal and end signal of the error messages Saving of the current calibration value lights up.
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Operation INFORMATION The process is aborted if an error occurs in the corre‐ sponding sensors. The yellow LEDs of the faulty function and the red LED flash. – If necessary, have the error eliminated by a service technician. Ä For information on the error codes, see page 72. Preconditions: √...
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Operation 10. Press the button for one second. ð LED lights up for two seconds. The value has been saved when the LED no longer lights 11. Disconnect the job computer from the power supply. 12. Reconnect the job computer to the power supply. Restart. ð...
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Operation If the implement works too deep on one side or in the middle, a manually adjusted stroke length on the depth adjustment cylinder can compensate for the working depth. Compensate the working depth on Initial situation: The implement operates, e.g., too deep on the outer the left or right left-hand side.
Operation Compensate working depth in the Initial situation: Implement operates too deep in the middle. middle Precondition: √ Ä Chapter 6.3.3.1 ‘Preparing the tractor-machine combination’ on page 39 Adjust the outer depth adjustment cylinders : 1. Adjust the outer depth adjustment cylinders . Ä...
Operation 1. Remove the screw 2. Position the harrows between the holes that belong to the desired distance. 3. Insert the screw in the holes. 4. Secure the screw with the nut. Screw 6.3.5 Adjust the levelling harrow Holes The levelling harrow refills the grooves left by the rear concave discs with soil.
Operation Adjusting the angle Turn the screw with the spanner. ► Clockwise = flat angle Anticlockwise = steep angle ð The yoke moves up/down with the harrow tube. The angle of the harrow changes. Screw 6.3.7 Adjust side shields Yoke Length adjustment The user can adjust the length of the side shields in two positions to match the distance of the rebound harrows.
Operation Working with the machine 6.4.1 Standard procedure 1. Bring the tractor implement combination into position. 2. If present, remove the safety guards. 3. Fold out machine. 4. Dismantle the lighting equipment. 5. Set the machine. 6. During forward travel, insert the machine into the soil. 7.
Operation 6.4.3 Working on uneven terrain and on a slope WARNING Risk of accident due to the implement tipping over If the folded-in implement is pulled over uneven terrain or on a slope, the implement may tip over in borderline situations.
Cleaning and care Cleaning and care 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.
Detaching machine Detaching machine Detaching the machine 1. If the machine is to be parked in the folded in position: Fold in the machine before detaching. Ä Chapter 6.1.1 ‘Folding machine’ on page 35 Ä ‘Folding machine out’ on page 35 Ä...
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Detaching machine 16. Slowly and carefully move the tractor and the machine apart. 17. Prior to extended breaks or winter storage: Clean and lubricate the machine. At machines without a hydraulic-mechanical transport locking device: Secure the lateral parts against folding out, e.g. with lashing straps.
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 9.1.1 Preparations...
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.
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Maintenance and repair work Chap. Task to execute 9.2.4 Check marking ● 9.2.4 Checking safety sticker ● 9.2.5 Checking hydraulic hoses ● 9.2.5 Replacing hydraulic hoses ● ● 9.2.5 Checking hydraulic connections ● 9.2.5 Check the hydraulically unlockable nonre‐ ● turn valves 9.2.6 Checking connector plugs and cables...
Maintenance and repair work 9.2.2 Tractor connection Check the ball-shaped coupling or the drawbar eye Personnel: Service personnel 1. Visual inspection by the user Wear Damage Peculiarities when driving Have a damaged, deformed or worn ball-shaped coupling or drawbar eye replaced immediately. 2.
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.
Maintenance and repair work 9.2.5 Hydraulics Checking hydraulic hoses 1. Check hydraulic hoses for damage and leakages. ð Replace damaged or defective hydraulic hoses immedi‐ ately. 2. Check date of manufacture of the hydraulic hoses. ð Have hydraulic hoses replaced at the latest after 6 years. Replacing hydraulic hoses Personnel: Service personnel...
Maintenance and repair work Check the hydraulically unlockable nonreturn valves Folded in implement: Observe correct functioning and condition of ► the nonreturn valves at the folding cylinders. The implement remains permanently in transport position. The lateral parts do NOT fold out automatically WITHOUT any user intervention.
Maintenance and repair work Check the overload safety units of the concave discs 1. Check the bolted connections. ð Retighten loose bolted connections. 2. Check the bearing for wear. ð Replace worn bearings of the overload units. Bearing overload safety unit Checking soil cultivation implements Visual inspection ►...
Maintenance and repair work 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°. INFORMATION: The scraper must not touch the roll sleeve at any position.
Maintenance and repair work Lubricating 9.3.1 Lubrication schedule INFORMATION The lubrication points are colour coded on the machine. Chap. Task to execute 9.3.2 Lubricate the drawbar eye ● ● 9.3.2 Lubricate wheel bearing ● ● 9.3.2 Lubricate the hydraulic ram on the folding mechanism ●...
Maintenance and repair work 9.3.2 Lubricate components via grease nipples Lubricate the drawbar eye ► Lubricate 1 lubricating point at the drawbar eye Lubricating point Lubricate wheel bearing ► Lubricate 1 lubricating point at the wheel bearing Wheel bearing lubricating point Lubricate the hydraulic ram on the folding mechanism Lubricate 2 lubricating points on both hydraulic rams...
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Maintenance and repair work Lubricate the hydraulic ram on the trailer ► Lubricate 2 lubricating points on the hydraulic ram Lubricate folding joints - without iQblue Contour ► Lubricate 4 lubricating points in the joints of the basic frame. Folding joints Lubricate folding joints with iQblue Contour ►...
Maintenance and repair work Lubricate bearings at the drawbar and basic frame 1. Lubricate 2 lubricating points in the bearings of the drawbar. 2. Lubricate 2 lubricating points in the bearings of the arm. View from below Bearing at the drawbar 9.3.3 Grease components Bearing at the arm...
Maintenance and repair work Work instructions 9.4.1 Replace the concave discs WARNING Danger due to the lowering and folding out of com‐ ponents Danger of death when performing work underneath raised components or next to swivelled in components and implements. Preconditions: √...
Maintenance and repair work 9.4.2 Re-adjusting the locking device of the outer concave discs Checking the outer concave discs with hydraulic folding 1. The locking hook on the hydraulic ram must grip free of play behind the hexagon bolt 2. The hexagon bolt must be positioned on the flank of the locking hook 3.
Maintenance and repair work 9.4.3 Replace the scrapers of the flexring roller Target: Avoid consequential damage to the implement caused by fallen-off scrapers. 1. Dismantle worn scrapers . 2. Mount new scrapers. 3. Tighten the screw to 93 Nm. 9.4.4 Replacing the harrow tines of the rebound harrow CAUTION Stored mechanical energy...
Maintenance and repair work 9.4.5 Replacing the levelling harrow 1. Fold out lateral parts of folding machines. 2. Lift the machine and secure it against unintentional lowering. 3. Secure the tractor-machine combination to prevent it from rolling away. 4. Remove the ignition key. 5.
Troubleshooting and error correction 10 Troubleshooting and error correction 10.1 Finding and eliminating errors correctly 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.
Troubleshooting and error correction When troubleshooting and elimi‐ nating errors To prevent accidents or injuries: 1. Wear protective gear. 2. Use the following instruments: Suitable tools Climbing aids Supporting elements 3. For dismantling and mounting heavy components: Use hoisting gear. 4.
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Troubleshooting and error correction Flashing sequence of the red Error code trigger and green LEDs 3x red, 2x green Roller sensor, left 4x red, 2x green Roller sensor, right 5x red, 2x green Angle sensor field, left 6x red, 2x green Angle sensor field, right The red LED flashes permanently as long as the error has not been eliminated.
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.
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.
Technical data 12 Technical data 12.1 Dimensions Rubin 12/800 KUA Rubin 12/950 KUA Transport width* , Maximum [mm] 4500 5800 Transport width* , Minimum [mm] 4500 5800 Transport length* , Maximum [mm] 8800 8800 Transport length* , Minimum [mm] 8700 8700 Transport height* , Maximum [mm] 4350...
Technical data Tractor power requirements Tractor Rubin 12/800 KUA Rubin 12/950 KUA Permissible tractor power 360...640 428...760 min..max. [HP] ([kW]) (265...470) (314...560) Power requirements on the hydraulic system of the tractor Rubin 12/800 KUA Rubin 12/950 KUA Required pressure in the hydraulic system of the tractor for rams of the oil hydraulics [bar] on the implement side Permissible pressure, max.
12.5 Noise, airborne sound £70 dB(A) Noise level of the machine while working 12.6 Operating materials Operating material Rubin 12 KUA Hydraulic oil [type] HLP 46 according to ISO 4406 21/19/16 12.7 Tyres and wheels Load capacity [kg] Rolling Air pres‐...
Technical data 12.8 Connecting systems at the machine Connecting systems according to implement variants Connecting Standard / Size Rubin 12/800 KUA Rubin 12/950 KUA system Drawbar eye ISO 21244 / Cat.4 ● Drawbar eye ISO 21244 / Cat.5 ● Ball joint drawbar eye ISO 21244 / Cat.4 ●...
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)
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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 –...
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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*]...
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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...
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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!
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