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HORST WELDING 8082 Rd 129 Listowel, ON N4W 3G8 Canada 519-291-4162 1-866-567-4162 Fax 1-519-291-5388 sales@horstwelding.com www.horstwelding.com Operator’s Manual Keep this manual with the machine at all times Header Wagon CHCFRF30, CHCFRF36, CHCFRF3627, CHCFRF45, CHCFRF4527 CAUTION Operational Hazard Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) is required when operating or maintaining this machine.
Introduction Thank you for purchasing your new CHCFRF Horst Contour 4 Wheel Steer Header Wagon. Your Contour Header Wagon has been designed and manufactured to give you many years of dependable service. Horst CHCFRF Series header wagons unique design helps to increase productivity by ensuring safe, effective and speedy transport of your header from job site to job site.
Horst Welding reserves the right to update and/or change components as necessary without notification. Intended Use The Horst Wagons CHCFRF series header wagon is intended for attachment and use on qualified power units for the sole purpose of hauling harvester heads. Parts List The parts lists for this product can be found online.
Safety This Safety Alert Symbol means: ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED! The Safety Alert symbol identifies important safety messages on the Horst product and in the manual. When you see this symbol, read and understand the message, be alert to the poten- tial hazard in the message.
Accident Prevention ACCIDENTS CAN BE PREVENTED WITH YOUR HELP! YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and maintenance of your implement. YOU must ensure that you and anyone else who is going to use, maintain or work around the implement be familiar with the work and maintenance procedures and related SAFETY information contained in this manual.
Safety Guidelines Safety of the operator and bystanders is one of the chief concerns in developing and designing equipment. However, every year many accidents occur which could have been avoided by a few seconds of thought and a more cautious approach to handling equipment.
Preparation Operation Safety 1. Inspect Wagon for shipping damage. If damage does 1. NEVER allow helpers or bystanders under or near header while mounting on header wagon. exist, do not use. Notify your dealer immediately to have damaged parts replaced or repaired. 2.
Ratchet Strap Safety Maintenance Safety 1. Good maintenance is your responsibility, follow the Ratchet straps are an important part of the header wagon, and affects the safety of drivers, loads and those around maintenance schedule. Poor maintenance is an you, so it is important that they are used safely and invitation to trouble.
Transport Safety 1. Towing the trailer: Towed loads that are too heavy 10. Lighting is not required for daytime transport, however for the tow vehicle can cause loss of control when generally lighting is required one-half hour before braking. Consider total weight: wagon and its load. sunset to one-half hour after sunrise and at any other time when there is insufficient light or unfavourable •...
Safety Labels Safety labeling is an important part of the overall safe use of the implement. Safety labeling alerts and warns against potential injury or death, and is important to follow these points to help keep your implement safe for you and others who may be using it.
SL00001H SNL00001 Tongue SL00004 Right Side SL00007 Left Side If safety labels have been damaged or removed, new labels must be applied. New safety signs are available from your dealer or contact Horst Wagons SL00006 SL00003 Pad & Ratchet Strap...
Components and Features The CHCFRF series header wagons are designed to transport combine headers in a reliable, safe way. Its features make it the best choice for transporting various types of headers quickly and easily. The owner or operator has the responsibility of being familiar with all the features of the CHCFRF wagon and know how to operate them.
Universal Header Pads There are two universal header pads, they are located along the bottom beam of the header wagon. The quick release and lock universal header pad makes it easy to reposition for your header along the beam. Once in position, the revolutionary triple-axis base universal pad provides you with multiple pad configurations.
Universal Header Pad Configurations 5 Basic Configurations: WARNING • Base Pad - low profile corn head Operational Hazard • Large Pad - for most draper heads Ensure locking & heal pins are secured with hitch pins. If a hitch pin is lost or damaged, •...
High Back Pad for Flex Draper Head Large Pad Assembly Lower Locking Pin - Short • Remove the hitch pins and slide out the lower Corn Head Plate locking (short) and locking pin (long), leave the back extension in place. •...
Pad Height, Tilt & Depth Settings In addition to re-positioning along the rail the universal header pad features three height settings with a forward / Forward Tilt Forward Tilt back tilt and three depth settings. Back Tilt Back Tilt Height Setting Forward Tilt Settings •...
Ratchet Strap System There are two 50mm (2.0”) wide, sliding ratchet straps Centre Latch included with the header wagon. They are fully re- positionable anywhere along the bottom rail. Once in your selected position, follow the points below to release or tighten the strap.
Adjustable Tongue System The header wagon adjustable tongue features include: • Dual 3 meter (10ft) Grade 70 Safety Chain including clevis slip hook w/safety latch • Double spring tongue balancer assembly • Retractable tongue pull out with auto lock latch. •...
Extendable Tongue: Pullout Stop When extra length is required on the tongue, the 5 position pullout may be extended up to a of maximum of 91.5 cm (3.0’). • Remove the pullout stop hardware as shown in the Pullout diagram. •...
Top Rail System The top rail features adjustment in height and position. Position adjustments include 9 positions along the top rail mount, and 6 top rail height settings. Generally these will be a one time adjustments to match your combine. If another make or model combine is used then adjustment may have to be made again.
Top Rail Height Adjustment: The top rail features 6 height positions and is designed to hold the full weight of a combine header. The top rail is made of heavy wall square tubing that can weigh up to 363 kg (800 lbs), depending on your wagon model. Adjusting the height of the top rail can be done safely and easily with power equipment (like a tractor with a front loader) and a helper.
Four Wheel Steer The CHCFRF series wagon feature four wheel steer. This makes the wagon very manoeuvrable, and able to get into a narrow field entrance more easily. The wagon tracks right behind the tow vehicle, Two Wheel eliminating having to make wide turns to avoid cutting corners. Steer tends to cut corners As the front wheels turn to follow the tongue the rear wheels turn...
Four Wheel Independent Suspension: The CHCFRF wagons feature Road Flex 4 wheel independent suspension system. This patented innovation not only smooths out bumps, it gives added clearance when turning adding even more protection for your header. At the core of Road Flex suspension are shock absorbing rubber blocks.
Electric Brakes The CHCFRF series feature 4 wheel brakes to enhance and aid the safe transport of your header. The drum brakes on your wagon are operated electrically and activate an electro magnet that in turn causes the brakes to be applied. Electric brakes are a dependable system similar to the hydraulic drum brakes on your automobile.
Initial Setup Before attempting to load the header wagon, ensure the wagon is either attached to the tow vehicle or the wheels have been secured with wheel chocks to prevent unwanted movement during the loading process. To start using the header wagon, Three basic adjustments should be made for the initial setup: •...
Top Rail Setup Review your header and header owner manual, determine where the front main cross beam is located (generally along the nylon pads behind the cutter bar on a grain header.) Remember to detach any power connections (hydraulic, PTO etc) and release any safety latches, bracket or pins between the header and feeder house Take measurements, and adjust the top rail on the wagon to align with the front main beam on the header.
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Towing Swing Clearance Check to make sure there is adequate swing clearance for the tow vehicle (from side to side/up and down) to prevent damage to the wagon or combine head when turning or moving over uneven ground. Adjustment to the tongue length or top rail may be required to maintain clearance Also check that there is no interference between the header and wagon tires.
Electric Brakes / Lights Setup The CHCFRF series rear electric brakes require some set up and testing before being put into use. Ensure you have the appropriate brake controller installed in the tow vehicle (see “Brake Controller” on page 27) If the indicator or brake lights do not activate properly, Test the Brake Connection: then the wiring pin outs will need to be changed.
Field Operation This section describes how to safely and effectively operate the CHCFRF wagon in the field of operation. By following recommended procedures, a safe working environment is provided for the operator, bystanders and the area around the work site. Not all situations and conditions can be addressed, proceed with care & caution and use safety as your guide. The owner or operator has the responsibility of being familiar with the operation of the CHCFRF wagon and must train all other operators before they start working with the machine.
Loading the Header Before attempting to load the header wagon, ensure the wagon is either attached to the tow vehicle or the wheels have been secured with wheel chocks to prevent unwanted movement and potential injury during the loading process. Once the initial setup (page 28) is complete no further adjustment is necessary.
Towing Be aware of local, provincial, state, and national codes concerning towing implements (wagon) on public roads. If towing at or below 40 km/h (25 Mile/h) a SMV (slow moving vehicle) sign musty be attached to the rear of the implement. In the U.S.
• Open the coupler latch, hook the coupler onto the ball hitch, snap the latch into lock position and secure the latch with a coupler lock pin. • Connect the 7 pin plug and check function of the lighting and electric brakes. •...
Replace if required, replacements and repacking should be performed by qualified personnel. For replacement parts and repacking procedures please call your dealer or contact Horst Wagons. Wheel bearings should cleaned, re-packed & adjusted, annually, or 1000 hours of operation, which-ever comes first. Use...
Wagon Components: CAUTION Inspect wagon components monthly. Unusual play or noise could be an Operational Hazard indication of worn parts. Parts replacement should be performed by qualified Chock wheels when personnel. performing maintenance on the wagon to prevent Wagon components should be lubricated / greased yearly, locate the grease SNL00002 unwanted movement zerks shown in the illustrations below.
Wheel Alignment When the unit is new, both axles are preset at the factory with .3175 - .635 cm (1/8” – 1/4”) tow-in and should not require any initial adjustment. Adjustment may be required if steering components have been damaged or replaced. Toe in adjustments should be made by qualified personnel.
Horst uses non asbestos brake pads. When replacing the brake pads, replace with non asbestos type pads. As with all brakes periodic maintenance and inspection is required. Brake troubleshooting, maintenance or replacement should be performed by qualified personnel only. For replacement parts please call your dealer or contact Horst Wagons. Note: Initial Service: •...
Check Contacts LED is damaged or ceases to work then the entire unit will need to be replaced. Call your dealer or Horst Wagons for replacement LED units. Trailer 7 Pin Plug Inspect the plug for corrosion on the contacts. If corrosion is found, clean the plug with electrical contact cleaner.
Bolt Torque Table These tables are offered as the suggested maximum torque values for dry (not lubricated) threaded products and are only a general guide. Check tightness of bolts periodically, replace hardware with the same strength bolt. Torque specification for bolts are identified by their head markings as shown. See the “Wheel Torque Specification”...
Wheel Torque Specification It is an extremely important safety procedure to apply and Torque Torque Wheel Nut / Bolt maintain proper wheel mounting torque on your trailer axle. Lubricated Size Torque wrenches are the best method to assure the proper lbs-ft lbs-ft amount of torque is being applied to a fastener.
Trouble Shooting On the following page, we have listed many of the causes and solutions to issues that you may encounter. If you encounter a issue that is difficult to solve, even after having read through this trouble shooting section, please call your local distributor or dealer.
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terminal. Brakes: have a qualified technician inspect the braking system. Cause Solution Issue Increase the angle of the top rail mounts so that the Header is positioned on the trailer header puts more pressure on its heal points that rest too flat in the universal shoes.
Accessories HBAFK Honey Bee Airflex Pad Adapter Kit The HBAFK Honey Bee Airflex Pad Kit is designed to work with models CHCFRF36 & 45. This bolt on kit adapts the Honey Bee’s unique design to work with the header pads on Horst header wagons.
Warranty One Year Limited Warranty Warranty Warranty is active at the time of customer delivery and any claims require the product model and serial number. All claims must be discussed with a representative from Horst Welding 8082 Rd 129 the distributor prior to any repairs or warranty will be Listowel, ...
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