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Original operating manual Weed brush UB 6080 MK Husqvarna 597 75 08-01 Order number: B00111 From machine no.: Rev.: R02 Last updated: 2023-05- 67594...
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All rights reserved. This documentation is protected by copyright. Kersten Arealmaschinen GmbH reserves all rights that have not been expressly granted. Except as permitted by law, this documentation may not be reproduced, distributed, or otherwise made publicly available without prior written consent.
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As self-propelled equipment and attachments are a significant source of accidents or hazards if they are used incorrectly, qualified and authorised personnel must provide instructions for use the first time the Kersten tool is used. To familiarise yourself as best as possible with the basic functions and handling, we recommend driving the equipment initially on open and level terrain.
Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Safety Safety Pictograms ............................5 Intended use ............................7 Work areas and hazardous areas ...................... 7 Safety while working ........................... 8 Safety devices ..........................10 Safety signs ............................11 Environmental protection........................11 Safety instructions for maintenance/troubleshooting ............... 12...
Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Safety 1 Safety 1.1 Pictograms Follow the instructions Do not use the highlighted machine until having read the instructions. Wear protective clothing This label indicates that protective clothing must be worn in the area concerned. Protective clothing is tight-fitting work clothing with low tear resistance, with tight sleeves and no protruding parts.
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Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Safety Operating manual and safety instructions Read and observe the operating manual and safety instructions prior to first use. Never open or remove guards while the engine is running. Observe the instructions in the technical manual.
Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Safety 1.2 Intended use WARNING Risk of injury/risk of environmental damage due to improper use of the machine! Improper use of the machine can result in the risk of injury, environmental damage and damage to property (on the machine or system)! •...
Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Safety • YELLOW ➔ safety area (radius of five metres around the brush plate) • GREEN ➔ work area WARNING Risk of injury/risk of environmental damage caused by work/remaining in hazardous area! There is a risk of injury, environmental damage and damage to property (on the machine or system) caused by working/remaining in the hazardous area.
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Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Safety • Check the hydraulic connections and hoses for leaks, and replace where necessary. • Never operate the machine with defective or missing guards. During operation WARNING Risk of injury/risk of environmental damage due to non-compliance with safety measures.
Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Safety • Use suitable tools and wear gloves when changing attachments and their parts. • When attaching and detaching, place the required support devices in the respective positions to provide sufficient stability. • Secure the self-propelled work machine and attachment against rolling away (parking brake, wheel chocks).
Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Safety 1.6 Safety signs The following symbols and signs are located in the work area. They refer to the immediate surroundings in which they are located. WARNING Risk of injury due to illegible or missing signs! Missing and illegible labels and signs can have serious health ramifications, including causing life-threatening injuries.
Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Safety Oils (e.g. lubricating, hydraulic or cleaning oils) must not be released into the environment. Oils cause long-term adverse effects in bodies of water. Disposal must be carried out by a specialist waste disposal company. Observe the manufacturer's safety data sheets.
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Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Safety WARNING Risk of injury/risk of environmental damage due to lack of/incorrectly performed maintenance (general)! Lack of maintenance may result in injury, environmental damage and damage to property (on the machine or system)! • Maintenance and cleaning tasks must only be carried out when the drive is at a standstill.
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Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Safety • Check hydraulic hose lines for damage and deterioration at regular intervals, and replace where necessary. • Hydraulic hose lines must be replaced in full no later than every six years. The date of manufacture is stamped on the hose line.
Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Functional description 2 Functional description Fig. 3: Overview Spray protection frame with signal tape Brush plate Versa brush Rubber splash guards The weed brush is made up of a steel construction with an angular gearbox mounted on the brush plate (2). The brush plate (2) can be equipped with a versa brush (3) or braided wire cable.
Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Transportation, packaging and storage 3 Transportation, packaging and storage Assembly, installation and initial commissioning are carried out exclusively by dealer personnel or personnel authorised by the dealer. However, the operator or its maintenance personnel may be entrusted during the installation process and use thereafter with the handling of packages.
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Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Transportation, packaging and storage NOTE Property damage due to improper handling! Improper handling of the machine may result in damage. • Do not tilt the machine or rotate around the horizontal axes. • Vehicles, aids and slings must be suitable for the weight of the transport units.
Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Assembly/setup, installation, initial commissioning 4 Assembly/setup, installation, initial commissioning 4.1 Safety information Always observe all safety information listed in the safety section! (See chapter Fehler! Verweisquelle konnte nicht gefunden werden. Fehler! Verweisquelle konnte nicht gefunden werden. on page Fehler! Textmarke nicht definiert.)
Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Operation 5 Operation 5.1 Adjusting the working height Fig. 4: Adjusting the brush plate Brush plate Versa brush Support wheel, trailing The working height of the brush plate (1) is adjusted via the trailing support wheel (3).
Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Operation 5.2 Tilting the brush plate Fig. 5: Adjusting the brush plate Hydraulic cylinder Hydraulic cylinder The tilt angle of the brush plate is adjusted via the hydraulic cylinders (1, 2). The weed brush must be positioned parallel to the tractor when driving on the road.
Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Operation 5.3 Swivelling the weed brush sideways Fig. 7: Swivelling the weed brush Top link Row of holes for mounting the top link The work area is determined by swivelling the support arm sideways. Fig. 8: Gradual adjustment via the intermediate frame...
Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Operation Rear stem of the top link The lateral deflection of the weed brush can be adjusted via the top link (1) of the support arm. Gradual adjustment is possible using a row of holes for mounting the top link (2): Park the tractor on a level surface and lift the weed brush out approx.
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Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Operation Fig. 10: Adjusting the splash guard Adjusting the splash guard depends on the configuration of the brush plate and local conditions. Several clamping and gripping levers for tilting and adjusting the height of the splash guard are located on the splash guard's support arm.
Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Operation 5.5 Raising and lowering the attachment Fig. 11: Lowering the attachment Fig. 12: Raising the attachment The lever for lifting the cutting unit is used to raise the attachment and move it into the floating position. Pulling the lever will raise (Fig. 12) the attachment and pushing it forward will lower it (Fig.
Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Operation WARNING Risk of injury/risk of environmental damage due to excessively high speeds! Operating at excessively high speeds can result in a risk of injury, environmental damage and damage to property (on the machine or system).
Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Maintenance Pulling the oper ating l ev er (Fig. 14) swiv els the brus h plate to the right; pus hing it forwards (Fig. 13) swiv els the brush pl ate to the l eft 6 Maintenance 6.1 Safety information...
Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Maintenance • Check that the brush elements are firmly seated. • Ensure that damaged brush elements are replaced by trained personnel. • Remove anything wrapped around the brush plate (e.g. wiring). • Check that the moving parts move freely.
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Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Maintenance Fig. 18: Lubrication points with grease nipples Moving parts that do not have a grease nipple must be lubricated with a suitable solid lubricant where necessary. Fig. 19: Lubrication points 2023-05-08 28 / 35...
Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Maintenance 6.3.3 Changing brush elements DANGER Risk of death or injury from machine operating! There is a risk of death or injury as well as damage to the machine or system when the machine is operating.
Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Maintenance 6.3.4 Changing the brush plate DANGER Risk of death or injury from machine operating! There is a risk of death or injury as well as damage to the machine or system when the machine is operating.
Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Maintenance hexagon nut (3). Then loosen the individual hexagon bolts (4) on the mounting flange (1) together with the washers (6) and stop nuts (7). 6.3.5 Checking the safety device functions Personnel: • Operating personnel Protective equipment: •...
Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Disassembly, disposal 7 Disassembly, disposal 7.1 Safety information Always observe all safety information listed in the safety section! (See chapter Fehler! Verweisquelle konnte nicht gefunden werden. Fehler! Ve rweisquelle konnte nicht gefunden werden. on page Fehler! Textmarke nicht definiert.)
Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK Technical data 8 Technical data Fig. 22: Layout UB6080 Working width Ø 60 cm Number of tools 20 tufts Tool type Versa brush Drive type Mechanical, via PTO Attachment mounting Surface mowing attachment Max. brush plate speed...
Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK EU Declaration of conformity 9 EU Declaration of conformity This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer. We Kersten Arealmaschinen GmbH Empeler Strasse 95, D-46459 Rees, Germany hereby declare that the product...
Wildkrautbürste UB 6080 MK UK Declaration of conformity 10 UK Declaration of conformity This declaration of conformity is issued under the sole responsibility of the manufacturer. We Kersten Arealmaschinen GmbH Empeler Strasse 95, D-46459 Rees, Germany hereby declare that the product...
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