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- Page 1 TE4052T WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov Operator's manual Original operator's manual Edition 10.2020 Date of print 12.2020 Language Machine number VF69156014 – Model VF6915 Document number A159166040...
- Page 2 Machine identification In order for your dealer to assist you as efficiently as possible, you will need to provide some information about your machine. Please enter the details here. Designation TE4052T Working width 5.20 m (17.1 ft)´´ Weight 496 kg (1094 lbs)
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Table of contents Preface ............Cleaning and care ........Target group for this operator’s manual Safety Symbols used General Cleaning Safety ............Care For your safety Who is allowed to operate the machine? Parking and storage ........General... -
Page 4: Preface
Preface Target group for Preface WARNING this operator’s manual Simplified illustrations for better understanding Illustrations of the machine in the operator's manual are shown without protective equipment – or with the protective equipment open – for better understanding. Be sure to observe the safety information and follow the handling instructions in the operator's manual. -
Page 5: Symbols Used
Preface Symbols used In this operator's manual, the following symbols and terms have been used: • A bullet point accompanies each item in a list. A triangle indicates operating functions which must be performed. An arrow indicates a cross-reference to other sections of this manual. - Page 6 Preface...
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Page 7: Safety
Safety Safety California Proposition 65 WARNING Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, certain machine components and fluids, contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. SAFETY FIRST This symbol, the industry's "Safety Alert Symbol", is used throughout this operator's manual and on warning signs on the machine itself to warn of the possibility of personal injury. -
Page 8: For Your Safety
Safety For your safety Familiarise yourself with your equipment and its limitations. Read the entire manual before attempting to put the machine into operation and to use it. This chapter contains general safety instructions. Each chapter of the operating manual contains additional specific safety information which is not described here. - Page 9 Safety DANGER, WARNING Safety-related labels attached to the machine indicate potential hazards. The labels must not be removed. Illegible or missing labels and CAUTION labels should be replaced. You can obtain new labels as replacement parts from your dealer. DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION labels on the machine...
- Page 10 Safety Meaning of warning signs...
- Page 11 Safety...
- Page 12 Safety Inner tube. Outer tube.
- Page 13 Safety Observe the direction of rotation of the rotors Observe the direction of rotation of the rotors and the tine position. If the direction of rotation of the rotors is incorrect and/or the tine position is incorrect, the machine does not work correctly. Check tyre pressures Check tyre pressures on a regular basis.
- Page 14 Safety Signalling equipment On the machine there are signalling equipment, signs and stickers that serve to ensure safety in road traffic. The signalling equipment must be in good working order at all times. The signs and stickers must not be removed. Illegible or missing labels should be replaced. You can obtain new labels as replacement parts from your dealer.
- Page 15 Safety Signs Additional markings are required for road transport in some U.S. states and some Canadian provinces: Marking for slow-moving vehicle – SMV This SMV sign must be used on all slow-moving machines when operated or travelling on public roads. •...
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Page 16: Who Is Allowed To Operate The Machine
Safety Who is allowed to Only qualified persons may operate the machine Only qualified persons who have been informed of the dangers operate the associated with handling the machine are permitted to operate, machine? service or repair the machine. The necessary knowledge can be gained in the course of agricultural vocational training, professional training or intensive instruction. - Page 17 Safety No persons in the working area Ensure that no persons – children in particular – are present in the slewing and working area of the machine. Persons could be caught by the machine within this area. Accidents with serious or fatal injuries may be caused as a result.
- Page 18 Safety No riding on the machine Persons or objects must never be transported on the machine. Carrying passengers, especially children, on the machine is life- threatening and prohibited. Serious or fatal injury may be caused if these guidelines are not followed. Never work on the machine while it is running No operations may be performed on the machine while it is running.
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Page 19: Coupling
Safety Do not use PTO shafts with disconnect couplings Only use PTO shafts which have been specified by the manufacturer. PTO shafts with disconnect couplings may allow higher disconnect torques. Higher disconnect torques may cause damage to the machine. Unrestricted field of vision to the rear After it has been coupled, ensure that you have an unrestricted view of the machine, in both its work and transport positions. -
Page 20: Hydraulics
Safety Hydraulics Only connect hydraulics at zero pressure Only connect hydraulic hoses to the tractor hydraulic system if the tractor and machine hydraulic system is at zero pressure. A pressurised hydraulic system can trigger unpredictable movements of the machine and can cause serious machine damage and personal injury. -
Page 21: Road Transport
Safety Road transport Ensuring road safety The machine must conform to current national traffic regulations if you intend to drive with it on public roads. Ensure the following: • Lighting, warning and protective equipment must be fitted. • The permissible transport widths and weights, axle loads, tyre load-bearing capacities, laden weights and national speed restric- tions must be complied with. -
Page 22: Operation
Safety Operation Operate for the first time only after proper training The machine may only be put into operation after proper training has been provided by an employee from a dealership or the manufacturer, or by a factory representative. Operation without training can lead to damage to the machine due to incorrect operation, or cause accidents. -
Page 23: Uncoupling
Safety Uncoupling Increased risk of injury There is an increased risk of injury when uncoupling the machine from the tractor. Therefore: • Switch off the tractor engine, put the parking brake in the park position, remove the ignition key and secure the tractor against rolling away. -
Page 24: Care And Maintenance
Safety Care and Observe the care and maintenance intervals Observe the periods specified in the operating manual for recurrent maintenance checks and inspections. If these periods are not observed, damage to the machine and accidents may be caused as a result. Use original parts Many components have special properties that are essential for the stability and correct operation of the machine. -
Page 25: Further Regulations
Safety Further Observe the regulations In addition to the safety information listed above, please observe the regulations following: • Accident prevention regulations in your local area.. • Generally recognised safety regulations and occupational health requirements. • National road traffic regulations. •... - Page 26 Safety...
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Page 27: Getting To Know The Machine
Getting to know the machine Range of The machine is a rotary tedder that is solely to be used for tedding, Getting to know the machine turning and swathing mown, stalked material such as straw and hay. application Proper use Any use other than the use described above - such as silo spreading, any type of soil preparation, sweeping, or transmitting power to other machines - is not permitted. -
Page 28: Designation Of Components
Getting to know the machine Designation of components Foldable hydraulic Central transmission Centre device Rear parking stand Guard bar cylinder Outer device Front parking stand Rotor Tine supports Running wheel axle Drawbar Tines Rotor gear Running wheel... -
Page 29: Technical Specifications
Getting to know the machine Technical specifications Dimensions in transport position 2.87 (9.42 ft) Length in transport position for road transport 2.56 (8.40 ft) Height in transport position for road transport 2.89 (9.50 ft) Width in transport position for road transport Track width 1.21 (3.97 ft) Height of top reflectors... - Page 30 Getting to know the machine Dimensions in work position 2.87 (9.32 ft) Length in work position 1.27 (4.20 ft) Height in work position 5.40 (17.72 ft) Width in work position...
- Page 31 Getting to know the machine Weights Total weight 496 kg (1093 lbs)* Load supported on parking stand 32 kg (73 lbs)* * Max. weight of the machine with current accessories. Tractor equipment required Output / connections Minimum output of the tractor 15 kW (20 hp) Hydraulic connections 1 x single-acting hydraulic control device...
- Page 32 Getting to know the machine Measurement of The airborne sound emissions from the machine are below the levels stipulated by machinery directive 2006/42/EC. airborne sound • A-weighted sound level in the workplace: emissions < 70 dB(A) • Currently C-weighted sound level: <...
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Page 33: Delivery And Assembly
Delivery and assembly Checking the Delivery is in the fully assembled state Delivery and assembly The machine is delivered fully assembled. Using the check list, check scope of delivery the loose parts on delivery. If any parts of the machine have not been fitted or are missing, please contact your dealer. -
Page 34: Length Of Pto Shaft
Delivery and assembly Length of PTO The length of the PTO shaft was selected at the factory to suit almost all types of tractor. Only in exceptional cases is a correction of the PTO shaft shaft length required on individual tractors. Check the length of the PTO shaft on each tractor prior to first use. - Page 35 Delivery and assembly Shortening the PTO shaft Pull the PTO shaft apart and connect one half to the tractor PTO shaft drive and one to the machine and secure them. Place the two shaft halves next to each other and: •...
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Page 36: Coupling The Machine
Coupling the machine Safety Coupling the machine WARNING Observe the safety information Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION labels«, page Increased risk of injury When the machine is being coupled to the tractor, there is an increased risk of injury. -
Page 37: Coupling The Machine
Coupling the machine Coupling the machine Fixing pin WARNING Genuine fixing pins from the manufacturer Use only genuine fixing pins from the manufacturer. These have the required strength. Other pins can break. Damage to the machine or accidents may be caused as a result. Avoid collisions The PTO shaft and the drawbar must not collide with the lower link or any other part of the tractor when cornering or turning... - Page 38 Coupling the machine Coupling to the pending attachment WARNING Lock the height adjustment of the lower link Lock the height adjustment of the lower link. Comply with the tractor operating manual. Unintentionally raising the lower links can irreparably damage the PTO shaft. Lock the lateral setting of the lower links Fix the lower links after coupling the implement.
- Page 39 Coupling the machine Folding in front parking stand After coupling, fit and secure the front parking stand in the park position. Switch off the tractor engine, put the parking brake in the park position, remove the ignition key and secure the tractor against rolling away.
- Page 40 Coupling the machine Coupling the PTO Make sure that you fit the PTO shaft in the correct installation position. There is a marking on the guard tube of the PTO shaft. shaft CAUTION Do not use force When coupling the PTO shaft, do not use a hammer or any similar tools.
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Page 41: Connecting The Hydraulics
Coupling the machine Connecting the WARNING hydraulics Check hoses and couplings Check all hydraulic hoses for damage before connecting them. Check all hydraulic couplings for firm seating after connecting them. Defective hydraulic hoses and poorly fitting hydraulic connections can trigger unpredictable movements of the machine, causing severe damage to the machine as well as personal injury. - Page 42 Coupling the machine Connecting the WARNING hydraulic couplings Make sure the connection is correct Ensure that the hydraulic system is connected correctly. Otherwise, damage to the machine and personal injury may be caused as a result. Close the ball valve. ...
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Page 43: Preparing For Use
Preparing for use Safety Preparing for use WARNING Observe the safety information Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 7. Secure the machine Secure the machine against accidental starting and rolling away. Use wheel chocks. -
Page 44: General
Preparing for use General The following applies when performing all adjustment work: Check the tyre pressures. Secure the machine. Lower the machine to the work position. Undo appropriate bolts and/or screws. Make the required adjustment. ... - Page 45 Preparing for use Adjusting the working depth The clearance of the tines from the ground is adjusted in the work position via the crank. Crank The PTO shaft drive is off. Using the hydraulic control device, fold the machine into its work position.
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Page 46: Road Transport
Road transport Safety Before transporting the machine on public roads, please read the Road transport following safety information. Compliance is mandatory and will help you to avoid accidents. WARNING Observe the safety information Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 9. -
Page 47: General
Road transport General The following work steps are described in this section: • »Prior to road transport« • »Folding the machine into the transport position« • »Checking the machine« • »Preparations on the field« Prior to road When driving on public roads, the machine must be in the transport position. -
Page 48: Folding The Machine Into The Transport Position
Road transport Folding the WARNING machine into the transport position Make sure the machine is standing level Before changing from the transport to the work position (and vice versa), make sure the machine is standing level. The machine could tip over, particularly on hillside locations. Damage to the machine and serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result. -
Page 49: Road Transport
Road transport Road transport WARNING Follow the instructions below for road transport. Otherwise, traffic accidents and accidents with fatal injuries may be caused as a result. Before pulling away, check the immediate vicinity. Always make sure that you have a clear field of vision and, in particular, look out for children within the operating area of the machine. -
Page 50: General
Preparations on the field Safety The following applies for all preparations on the field: Preparations on the field WARNING Observe the safety information Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 9. Switch off the tractor and secure it Before you dismount: ... -
Page 51: Folding The Machine Into The Work Position
Preparations on the field Folding the WARNING machine into the work position Observe the contour of the terrain Move the machine onto a flat surface or uphill before changing from the transport to the work position. Avoid inclines on which the combination (tractor and machine) could slip or overturn. -
Page 52: Operation
Operation Safety Operation WARNING Observe the safety information Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 7. No riding on the machine Persons or objects must never be transported on the machine. Carrying passengers on the machine is life-threatening and prohibited. -
Page 53: Crop Processing
Operation Crop processing The following methods of crop processing are possible with the rotary tedder: • Tedding. • Turning. • Swath laying Tedding Turning Swath laying When tedding, the freshly cut crop Turning ensures uniform drying of Swath laying disperses is distributed over the sward. -
Page 54: Use
Operation WARNING No persons in the working area Ensure that no persons – children in particular – are present in the slewing and working area of the machine. Persons could be caught by the machine within this area. Serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result. - Page 55 Operation Working speed CAUTION Avoid crossing over swathes As a general rule, avoid crossing over swathes. The crop is distributed unevenly and the machine is subjected to abrupt stresses. Damage to the machine may be caused as a result. Allow ample space when driving around obstacles Obstacles must be circumnavigated in good time and at a distance.
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Page 56: Cleaning And Care
Cleaning and care Safety Cleaning and care WARNING Observe the safety information Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 7. Secure the machine • Switch off the PTO shaft drive. • Depressurise the hydraulic system. •... -
Page 57: General
Cleaning and care General The following work steps are described in this section: • »Cleaning« • »Care« Cleaning Switch off the tractor PTO shaft drive. Using the hydraulic control device, lower the machine into the work position. Keep the machine coupled. ... -
Page 58: Parking And Storage
Parking and storage Safety When setting down and parking the machine, special safety Parking and storage precautions have to be observed: WARNING Observe the safety information Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 7. Keep children away from the machine Forbid children from playing on or around the machine. -
Page 59: General
Parking and storage General WARNING Park the machine in the work position on uneven terrain Park the machine in the work position on uneven terrain and secure the machine against rolling away. Machines that are parked in the transport position on uneven terrain could tip over. Damage to the machine and serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result. -
Page 60: Uncoupling The Machine
Parking and storage Uncoupling the To uncouple the machine from the tractor, proceed as follows: machine Set the machine down on a firm, level surface and fold it into the transport position. Secure the tractor against rolling away, turn off the engine and remove the ignition key. -
Page 61: Maintenance
Maintenance Safety The following applies to all servicing work: Maintenance WARNING Observe the safety information Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 7. Requirements for maintenance work Only perform the maintenance operations if you have the required expert knowledge and suitable tools. -
Page 62: General
Maintenance Protective measures Additives in oils and lubricants may have adverse effects on health. As marking in accordance with the hazardous goods regulation is not when handling oils or necessary, please always ensure the following: lubricants WARNING Avoid skin contact Avoid skin contact with these materials. - Page 63 Lubricant Lubricant used on this machine must meet the following requirements: Lubricant Specifications Gear oil SAE 90 API-GL-4 or 5 e.g.: KUBOTA HEAVY DUTY 80W-90 GEAR OIL Grease NLGI GC/LB e.g.: KUBOTA Polyurea Grease...
- Page 64 Maintenance Maintenance intervals General All screws • • • Visual inspection • • • Bearing • • Hose connections • • Air pressure • • • • Lighting equipment [+] • • • Hydraulics Hydraulic hoses every 6 years • Hydraulic cylinders •...
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Page 65: Screwed Connections
Maintenance Screwed On this machine, bolts with a minimum quality of "8.8" (can be seen on the bolt head) are used. connections Tightening screws All bolts must be retightened: • After the first 5 hours of operation. • According to the frequency of use. •... - Page 66 Maintenance Special Note the special tightening torques for the following screwed connections: tightening torques 90 Nm (66 ft.lbs) 90 Nm 130 Nm (66 ft.lbs) (96 ft.lbs) • Running wheel nuts: 20 Nm (15 ft.lbs). 20 Nm (15 ft.lbs) M12 wheel nut...
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Page 67: Lubrication Points For Grease Lubrication
Maintenance Lubrication points Lubricate the places listed in the illustration as follows: for grease • After 30 hours of operation. lubrication • Before and after the season. • Each time after cleaning with a high-pressure cleaner. Working with a Before applying the grease gun grease gun ... -
Page 68: Lubrication Points For Oil Lubrication
Maintenance Lubrication points The machine has one main gear box and four rotor gears. for oil lubrication The main gear box is lubricated with oil and requires almost no maintenance. However, the oil level must be checked if there is a visible loss of oil. -
Page 69: Filling Quantities
Maintenance Filling quantities WARNING Observe the correct fill quantities Observe the correct lubricant fill quantities. Check them regularly. A lubricant level which is too low or too high may result in damage to the machine. The main gear box and rotor gear require no maintenance. Gearbox Fill quantity 0.75 l (0.8 US qt) ... -
Page 70: Lubricating The Pto Shafts
Maintenance Lubricating the The PTO shaft manufacturer's own operating manual is included with each PTO shaft. This includes detailed information on the relevant PTO shafts version of the PTO shaft. WARNING Check the guard components Check all guard components of the PTO shafts for wear or damage (visual inspection). -
Page 71: Tyres
Maintenance Tyres WARNING Do not drive with worn or damaged tyres Replace worn or damaged tyres immediately. There is a high risk of accident when driving on the road with such tyres. Tyre pressure Check the tyre pressures on a regular basis: •... -
Page 72: Hydraulics
Maintenance Hydraulics WARNING Hydraulic system at zero pressure Work must only be performed on the hydraulic system if the tractor and machine hydraulic system is at zero pressure. A pressurised hydraulic system can trigger unpredictable movements of the machine and can cause serious machine damage and personal injury. -
Page 73: Accessories
Accessories Accessories Optional additional equipment does not form part of the standard Accessories scope of delivery, and, in this manual, is indicated by a plus symbol [+]. Additional equipment is available to order from your dealer. Tine saver [+] If tines are broken, the tine savers can prevent the broken-off part from being lost. -
Page 74: Fault Elimination
Fault elimination Troubleshooting Faults can often be eliminated quickly and easily. Before contacting Fault elimination Customer Service, refer to the table to check whether you can remedy the fault yourself. WARNING In case of a fault, proceed as follows: Immediately stop operation. ... -
Page 75: Circuit Diagrams
Circuit diagrams Hydraulic diagram Circuit diagrams Right Left hydraulic cylinder hydraulic cylinder for folding for folding Drawbar cylinder Hydraulic coupling stop valve Tractor... -
Page 76: Decommissioning
Decommissioning Environment During decommissioning, the individual parts must be disposed of Decommissioning properly and in an environmentally friendly manner. Please observe the waste disposal guidelines that are currently in force. Plastic parts Plastic parts can be disposed of in normal household waste (residual waste), depending on the laws specific to your country. -
Page 77: Index
Index Index PTO shaft Attaching After the end of the season Coupling Fitting Shortening Care Checking the scope of delivery Circuit diagram Range of application Hydraulics Road transport Cleaning Connecting the hydraulic couplings Coupling to the pending attachment Safety Care and maintenance Pictorial symbols Designation of components Road transport...
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