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Operation manual Fanex 523 T 1662 5044. EN_08_2005...
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EC directives Machines 98 / 37 / EEC (22.06.1998) The machine product : Rotary Tedder type : CondiMaster 5231 / Fanex 523 T / Tarrup 8052 T identity no. : 6915 serial no. : 19 machine no.
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Foreword These operating instructions provide you with detailed information concerning system set up and maintenance of your new Rotary Tedder. In addition, the instructions also include safety instructions which ensure safe employment of the machine. The operating instructions contain descriptions of all the available equipment, the various models and all of the special and additional pieces of equipment which are not usually included in the delivery.
Safety For your safety On delivery, your dealer gave you an explanation of the operation and maintenance of the implement. Please read these operating instructions before operating the implement for the first time. It is essential that you observe all of the safety instructions. Parts of the text which are of particular importance are marked with a pictogram.
Nameplate The nameplate stating the machine type and serial number is fastened to the bracket on the left. Note: Enter the data on the nameplate in the box provided on page 3. Application as stipulated The Rotary Tedder is built solely for use in the field of agricultural work and is intended and suitable for the processing of blades of grass and haulms which have been mown and are lying on the ground.
3. Any work on the implement should be carried out using suitable, tools and apparatus in perfect condition. 4. You may not use any parts (spares, accessories, lubricants etc.) other than those complying with implement manufacturer’s requirements. All parts must be used according to the regulations (including the quoted starting torques).
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1. All of the operating and safety instructions must be read and complied with before system start up! 2. You must read all maintenance and repair work instructions before carrying out any maintenance or repair work. Stop the engine and remove the ignition key.
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7. Risk of machine falling over in parking position; always fold away side machine before disconnecting USA warning graphics 8. Before putting into service, read and note the operating manual and safety instructions! 9. Danger from rotating drive shaft 10.Danger from moving parts...
Authorized operators Youths under the age of 16 may not operate the Rotary Tedder. The owner of the implement must provide the operator with the operating instructions and make sure that they have read and understood them. Only then may the implement be put into operation. The allocation of responsibilty for the various tasks on the implement must be clearly determined and complied with.
10.When mounting or dismounting the support devices, make sure that they are in the appropriate prescribed position in order to ensure stability! Only deposit the implement on level and solid ground. 11.Ballast weights are only to be installed to the points designed for this purpose! 12.Do not leave the engine on within closed spaces (indoors)! 13.Before start up and operation, inspect the area around you.
1.8.3 Power take-off operation Only valid for p.t.o.-driven implements. 1. Do not use p.t.o. shafts other than those specified by the manufacturer! Make sure that the p.t.o. shaft is always properly installed and secured! The guard tube as well as the p.t.o shaft guard must be installed.
1.8.4 Hydraulics 1. Caution! The hydraulic system is under high pressure! 2. Check the hydraulic hoses at regular intervals and replace them when damaged, at the latest, however, every 6 years! The new hydraulic hoses must comply with the technical requirements laid down by the manufacturer of the implement! Only use original parts! 3.
1.10 Maintenance Directions quoted („right“, „left“, „in front“,“behind“) are always taken as being in the direction of travel. The sense of rotation is defined as follows: Rotation sense right = clockwise, Rotation sense left = anticlockwise, Rotations around a vertical axis, taken from top to bottom, Rotations around a horizontal axis, at a right angle to the direction of travel, taken from left to right, Rotations of nuts, bolts etc.
1.11 Safety instructions for the Rotary Tedder 1. General safety instructions are contained in this documentation. 2. Prior to mounting the implement or lifting the implement for the first time, check the space available. 3. Check the p.t.o. shaft before the first operation, and adjust it according to your implement (see chapt.
Operation Mounting on the tractor Attaching the machine: The rotary hay maker is connected to the locked linkage (fig. 3.1) andvertically and laterally fixed drawbar (fig. 3.2) of the tractor. fig.3.1 Danger! Secure connecting bolts (b)! Danger! Machine separates from the tractor! Trailer pin with tractor linkage drawbar in position (A) during drawbar connection in position (z) secure...
Modifying the drive shaft to suit the tractor The p.t.o. stub position varies with different tractors and for this reason it may be necessary to shorten the drive shaft. Check the length of the shaft before first use as follows: Danger! The implement should be at a stand-still whenever maintenance, repairs or...
Converting from working to transport mode Danger! All jobs to be carried out only when engine switched off and machine at a standstill. Remove the ignition key! 1. Set field edge clearance mechanism to "straight ahead". 2. Collapse the machine. To do so, move the control unit to “lift”...
3.5.2 hydraulic drawbar adjustment When discharging the side machine with the hydraulic controller themachine leans automatically in working position. With the spindle the tine distance must be only stopped to the soil. Caution! The machine can tilt rearward. In case of attachment to the tractor towbar, lock the height adjusting facility.
Operating the machine Select a travelling speed at which all the crop can be harvested neatly. Do not hold the sliding clutch for longer than 10 seconds. Change down a gear when under overload. Switch off the PTO when the jointed shaft is at a steep angle.
Unhooking from the tractor Danger! Park machine only with lowered side machines (otherwise risk of injury). Before lowering the side machines, ensure that nobody is within the traversing range! Pull the cable to unlock the side machines. Lower the side machines to working position via the tractor control unit.
Setting work Danger! All jobs to be carried out only when engine switched off and machine at a standstill. Remove the ignition key! Tine setting. Check the tine setting and readjust if necessary: unscrew hexagonal nut (c) and locknut (d) adjust tines by adjusting the stopper screw (x) so that the gauge is parallel for (a) and (b).
Maintenance Danger! All jobs to be carried out only when engine switched off and machine at a standstill. Remove the ignition key! Inspection Check the Tedder carefully after approx. 5 operating hours. Check and where necessary tighten all screws, particularly spring tines, rotor arms and wheel axles. Tightening torques for the following securing elements: Tines = 120 Nm...
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A – main gear: C – hinge pin, double universal joint B – rotary gear:...
Special equipment Danger! All jobs to be carried out only when engine switched off and machine at a standstill. Remove the ignition key! Swathing mode First mount the protective funnel to the swathe gear as shown in the diagram, and remove the safeguard mounted to the gear housing.
Tandem axles The wheel brackets of the center unit can be fitted with tandem axles to minimize ground pressure and to improve the running characteristics in both transport and working position. Warning signs and lighting The special permit for road traffic regulations (StVZO) requires that all attached and trailed agricultural equipment is provided with lamps when travelling on public roads.
Appendix Torque values for international metric thread joints All bolted joints must be torqued in accordance with the values given in this table unless otherwise indicated. On this machine '8.8' is both the standard and minimum quality used. Attention! When lock bolts or lock nuts are used the given value must be increased by 10%. r o f a i r y t i l...
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