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- Page 1 Andex 474 T Operating manual Original operating manual Edition 04.2013 Date of print 04.2013 Language Machine number VF69680101 Model VF6968 Document number VF16660621.EN...
- 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 Andex 474 T Working width 4.70 m Weight 665 kg...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Table of contents Preface ............Cleaning and care ........Target group for Safety this operating manual Cleaning Symbols used Care Safety ............Parking and storage ........For your safety Safety Who is allowed to General operate the machine? Uncoupling the machine General safety information After the end of the season... -
Page 4: Preface
Preface Target group for This operating manual is intended for trained agriculturists and Preface persons who are otherwise qualified for agricultural activities and have this operating received instruction in working with this machine. manual Minimum age Children under the age of 16 are not permitted to operate the machine. For your safety You must familiarise yourself with the contents of this operating manual before assembly or initial operation of the machine. -
Page 5: Symbols Used
Preface Symbols used In this operating 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: For Your Safety
Safety For your safety This chapter contains general safety instructions. Each chapter of the Safety operating manual contains additional specific safety information which is not described here. Observe the safety information: • in the interest of your own safety. • in the interest of the safety of others. - Page 7 Safety Warning signs Safety-related labels attached to the machine indicate potential hazards. The labels must not be removed. Illegible or missing labels should be replaced. You can obtain new labels as replacement parts from your dealer. Warning signs on the machine...
- Page 8 Safety Meaning of warning signs Read the operating manual Read and follow the operating and safety instructions before using the machine for the first time. The machine must not be used for the first time until the operating manual has been read and understood. This applies in particular to the safety information.
- Page 9 Safety Secure the swath former after it is folded up Secure the swath former after it is folded up. The swath former may fold down unexpectedly. Otherwise, serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result. Securing the rotors Secure the rotor in the transport position.
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Page 10: 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 11 Safety Switch off the tractor PTO shaft drive Switch off the PTO shaft drive on the tractor when changing from work to transport position (and vice versa). Wait for moving parts to come to a stop. If this requirement is ignored, the consequence may be damage to the machine and even life-threatening injuries.
- Page 12 Safety Never work on the machine while it is running No operations may be performed on the machine while it is running. Objects or persons can be caught, drawn in or crushed. Serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result. PTO shaft Use only the PTO shafts specified by the manufacturer and read the attached operating manual carefully.
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Page 13: Coupling
Safety Coupling Increased risk of injury When the machine is being coupled to the tractor, there is an increased risk of injury. Therefore: • Secure the tractor against rolling away, shut off the engine and remove the ignition key. • Never stand between the tractor and machine. -
Page 14: 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 15 Safety Speed adjustment In poor road conditions and at high speeds, significant forces can be generated which subject the tractor and machine material to high or excessive stresses. Adjust your driving speed to the road conditions. A driving style which is not adapted to conditions can cause accidents. Accidents with serious or fatal injuries may be caused as a result.
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Page 16: 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 17: Uncoupling
Safety Uncoupling Increased risk of injury There is an increased risk of injury when uncoupling the machine from the tractor. Therefore: • Secure the tractor against rolling away, turn off the engine and remove the ignition key. • Never stand between the tractor and machine. •... -
Page 18: 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 19: Further Regulations
Safety No aggressive washing additives Do not use any aggressive washing additives for cleaning. Uncoated metal surfaces can be damaged. Before carrying out welding work Disconnect all electrical connections from the tractor when carrying out welding on the hitched machine. Damage may otherwise be caused to the electrical system. -
Page 20: Familiarising Yourself With The Machine
Familiarising yourself with the machine Range of This product is classified as replaceable equipment in accordance Familiarising yourself with the machine with EC directive 2006/42/EC. application The machine is a single-wheel rake, which is suitable only for the raking together of mown, stalked material (for example, hay or straw). 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... -
Page 21: Designation Of Components
Familiarising yourself with the machine Designation of components Deflector bar Tine support Rotor gear Tines Rotor chassis Main frame Safety chain Transport holder for Parking Drive Drawbar Swath former tine supports stand... -
Page 22: Technical Specifications
Familiarising yourself with the machine Technical specifications Dimensions in transport position 4.73 Length in transport position for road transport 2.64 Height in transport position for road transport 2.39* (2.73) Width in transport position for road transport 2.39 Width in transport position from tyre to tyre Track width 1.31 Height of top reflectors... - Page 23 Familiarising yourself with the machine Dimensions in work position 5.72 Length in work position 1.15 Height in work position Rotor diameter 3.65 Width with swath former fully extended 4.70...
- Page 24 Familiarising yourself with the machine Weights Total weight 665 kg Load supported on parking stand 120 kg Tractor equipment required Output / connections Minimum output of the tractor 15 kW (20 hp) Lighting power supply 12 V, 7-pin plug socket ISO 1724 Hydraulic connections 1 x single-acting hydraulic control device Hydraulic pressure...
- Page 25 Familiarising yourself with the machine Machine equipment Swath deposit Swath former Standard Rotors / tine supports / tines Number of rotors Number of tine supports per rotor Number of tines per tine support Removable tine arms Standard Rotor height adjustment Hydraulic/mechanical Tine saver Wheels...
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Page 26: 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 27: 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 28 Delivery and assembly Checking the length Couple the machine to the tractor without the PTO shaft. of the PTO shaft Lower the lower link of the tractor. Set the combination (tractor and machine) to the smallest steering angle.
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Page 29: Coupling The Machine
Coupling the machine Safety Coupling the machine Observe the safety information Observe the safety information. Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 6. Increased risk of injury When the machine is being coupled to the tractor, there is an increased risk of injury. -
Page 30: Coupling The Machine
Coupling the machine Coupling the machine 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. The rotary rake is coupled to the pending attachment or a lift link drawbar with a fixing pin and secured with a safety splint. - Page 31 Coupling the machine Coupling to the pending attachment 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 32 Coupling the machine Coupling to the lift link drawbar Ensure the minimum spacing PTO shaft In the work position, the space between the PTO shaft and the pin must never be less than 50 mm. Otherwise the PTO shaft may be 50 mm damaged, for example when driving over an undulation in the ground.
- Page 33 Coupling the machine Coupling the PTO shaft When coupling the PTO shaft, make sure it is in the correct position. Check whether the PTO shaft must be shortened before coupling. Shorten the PTO shaft if necessary. »Length of PTO shaft«, page 27 ...
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Page 34: Connecting The Electrics [+]
Coupling the machine Connecting the Check the electrical cables electrics [+] Check the electrical cables. The electrical cables must not chafe or hang loose. Electrical cables that have been torn away or worn through must be replaced. Otherwise, this will cause damage to the machine. -
Page 35: Connecting The Hydraulics
Coupling the machine Connecting the Check hoses and couplings hydraulics 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 36: Preparing For Use
Preparing for use Safety The following applies to all preparations for operation: Preparing for use Observe the safety information Observe the safety information. Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 6. Secure the machine Secure the machine against unintentional starting and rolling away. -
Page 37: Rotor Pitch
Preparing for use Rotor pitch Close the ball valve Close the ball valve before working on the machine or carrying out any adjustment work. If the ball valve is open and there is an operating error, the machine can lower itself and cause serious injuries. -
Page 38: Working Depth
Preparing for use Working depth When working, the machine is raised and lowered hydraulically. The machine is lowered as far as the preadjusted depth. The basic setting for the working depth is adjusted using an adjusting screw on the chassis cylinder. Checking the working depth Check the preset working depth as follows:... - Page 39 Preparing for use Adjusting the drawbar height The drawbar cylinder is used to adjust the height of the drawbar and the machine pitch so that the crop can be picked up satisfactorily. Safety loop Proceed as follows. Fold back the crank safety loop. ...
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Page 40: 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. Observe the safety information Observe the safety information. Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. -
Page 41: General
Road transport General The following worksteps are described in this section: • »Prior to road transport« • »Folding in the guard bars« • »Folding the machine into the transport position« • »Checking the machine« • »Road transport« Prior to road transport When driving on public roads, the machine must be in the transport position. - Page 42 Road transport Folding in the guard bars No persons within the slewing range There is an acute risk of injury within the slewing range from machine parts which are slewing or folding. Otherwise, serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result. Before removing the tine supports, move all the protective devices around the rotors from the work to the transport position, and lock them in place.
- Page 43 Road transport Removing the tine supports Remove any crops and coarse dirt. Remove the tine supports from the rotor and secure them in the Transport holder transport holder (see adjacent illustration). Do not remove one of the tine supports and secure using a rotor securing device.
- Page 44 Road transport Folding the machine into the transport position Observe the instructions in »Prior to road transport«, page 41. Raise the rotor using the chassis hydraulics until the transport position is reached. Do not raise the machine beyond the maximum permitted reflector height.
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Page 45: Road Transport
Road transport Road transport Follow the instructions below for road transport. There is otherwise the risk of traffic accidents and accidents with fatal consequences. 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 46: General
Preparations on the field Safety The following applies for all preparations on the field: Preparations on the field Observe the safety information Observe the safety information. Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 6. Switching off the tractor and securing it Before you dismount: ... -
Page 47: Basic Settings
Preparations on the field Basic settings After road transport, the machine is brought into the work position on the field. Lowering the machine Switch on the tractor. Lower the rotor using the chassis hydraulics until the work position is reached. - Page 48 Preparations on the field Folding out the guard bars No persons within the slewing range There is an acute risk of injury within the slewing range from machine parts which are slewing or folding. Otherwise, serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result. After the tines have been attached, all protective devices must be moved from the transport to the work position.
- Page 49 Preparations on the field Adjusting the swath The swath former is pulled into the correct position and secured when changing from the transport to the work position. former For the transport position with the lowest transport width, pull the swath former out of the holder, turn it 180° and push it fully back in and secure it.
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Page 50: Operation
Operation Safety Operation Observe the safety information Observe the safety information. Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 6. 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 51: General
Operation General The following worksteps are described in this section: • »Swathing« • »Driving on headlands« Suitable working speeds Select a driving speed (approx. 4 to 12 km/h) at which the crop is picked up cleanly and completely. The working speed depends on the machine settings and the particular crop. -
Page 52: Swathing
Operation Swathing No persons in the working area Ensure that no persons are present in the slewing and working area of the machine. Persons could be caught by the machine within this area. This could result in fatal injury. Requirements After setting the machine as described in chapter »Preparations on the field«... -
Page 53: Swath Deposit
Operation Swath deposit The following swath deposits are possible: Single swath Swath turning Double swath Multiple swath Driving on headlands The rotor can be raised for crossing swaths that have already been harvested. Work position Raise the machine to the headland position using the tractor's single-acting hydraulic control device. -
Page 54: Cleaning And Care
Cleaning and care Safety The following applies to all cleaning and care work: Cleaning and care Observe the safety information Observe the safety information. Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 6. Secure the machine •... -
Page 55: Cleaning
Cleaning and care Cleaning Lower the machine to the work position. After each use, clean the machine of any coarse dirt and crop residue. Do not clean the bearings and piston rods of hydraulic cylinders using a high-pressure cleaner. After cleaning ... -
Page 56: Parking And Storage
Parking and storage Safety When setting down and parking the machine, special safety Parking and storage precautions have to be observed: Observe the safety information Observe the safety information. Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 6. Keep children away from the machine Forbid children from playing on or around the machine. -
Page 57: 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 lower it to the work position. Secure the tractor against rolling away, turn off the engine and remove the ignition key. -
Page 58: After The End Of The Season
Parking and storage After the end of After the end of the season and if the machine is to be stored for a long period of time, perform the following work: the season Clean the machine thoroughly. Check all the screwed connections and tighten the bolts. ... -
Page 59: Maintenance
Maintenance Safety The following applies to all maintenance work: Maintenance Observe the safety information Observe the safety information. Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 6. Requirements for maintenance work Only perform the maintenance work if you have the required expert knowledge and suitable tools. - Page 60 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 Avoid skin contact Avoid skin contact with these materials. Protect your skin by means of protective skin cream or oil-resistant gloves.
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Page 61: General
Maintenance General This information relates to general maintenance work. For all maintenance work, the machine must be locked in the work position. If the transport position is required for maintenance work, refer to the relevant instructions for the work. Lower the machine to the work position. ... - Page 62 Maintenance Maintenance terms Listed in this table are short explanations of the most important maintenance terms. Task Explanation Greasing Apply grease to the slide surfaces using a brush. Lubrication One or two presses of the grease gun, unless specified otherwise. Unless specified otherwise, use only plant-based oils, such as rapeseed oils.
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Page 63: Screwed Connections
Maintenance Screwed connections Tightening bolts All bolts must be retightened: • After the first 5 hours of operation. • According to the frequency of use. • At least once a season. Special tightening Observe the special tightening torques for the following screwed con- nections: torques •... - Page 64 Maintenance Tightening torques All screwed connections must be tightened in accordance with the table below, if no other torques are specified. for screwed connections On this machine, bolts with a minimum quality of "8.8" (can be seen on the bolt head) are used. The torque specifications refer to a dry coefficient of friction (0.12).
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Page 65: Lubrication Points For Grease
Maintenance Lubrication points for grease Working with a Before applying the grease gun grease gun Clean the lubricating nipples and Clean the grease gun attachment fitting. Lubricate the bearings with one or two presses of the grease gun. If you feel resistance at the second press, do not press a second time. -
Page 66: 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. Check the guard components Check all guard components of the PTO shafts for wear or damage (visual inspection). -
Page 67: Filling Quantities
Maintenance Filling quantities Check the oil level with the machine horizontal only if there is visible loss of oil. The oil level at the rotor gear is indicated by an inspection Inspection glass on the rotor glass. Check the oil level at the rotor using the inspection glass. ... -
Page 68: Hydraulics
Maintenance Hydraulics 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 69: Optional Accessories
Accessories Optional You can purchase additional equipment through your dealer. Accessories accessories Tine saver [+] For a good swath deposit both tine legs must run parallel to one anoth- er. This must also be ensured after fitting the tine saver. Proceed as follows: ... - Page 70 Accessories Lift link drawbar [+] As a special accessory, there is a rotatable lift link drawbar for “cate- gory II”. Lift link drawbar Warning sign kit [+] The optional warning sign kit increases safety when travelling on the road. Warning sign kit Lighting equipment set [+] The optional lighting equipment set increases safety when travelling...
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Page 71: Fault Elimination
Fault elimination Faults 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. In case of a fault, proceed as follows: Immediately stop operation. ... -
Page 72: Circuit Diagrams
Circuit diagrams Hydraulic system Circuit diagrams connection diagram Ball valve Drawbar cylinder Chassis cylinder... -
Page 73: Lighting Circuit Diagram
Circuit diagrams Lighting circuit diagram 2/54g 3/31 5/58R 6/54 7/58L Connecting plug 7-pin in accordance with ISO 1724 Yellow Green White Brown Black Connectors and sockets 7-pin in accordance with ISO 1724 Yellow Black Right indicator Right brake light Earth Left indicator Right rear light White... -
Page 74: 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 75: Ec Declaration Of Conformity
Kverneland Group Kerteminde AS 2006/42/EC Taarupstrandvej 25 DK-5300 Kerteminde Denmark declare with sole responsibility that the product SwatMaster 4732 Andex 474 T 9447 T and its accessories Model: 6968 Type plate and CE marking Valid from machine number: VF69680101 –... -
Page 76: Index
Index Index Adjusting Machine Chassis Putting away after the season Rotor pitch Uncoupling Working depth Maintenance Adjusting the drawbar cylinder Lubrication points Maintenance intervals Maintenance terms Screwed connections Care Check list Road transport Checking the scope of delivery Circuit diagram Filling quantities Hydraulics Protective measures... - Page 77 Index Dimensions in transport position Dimensions in work position Machine equipment Tractor equipment Weights Tightening torques Screwed connections Spring tines Wheel nuts Tractors with quick-release couplings Tractors without quick-release coupling Tyres Tyre pressure...
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