LEMKEN EC-Ridger 5 Operating Instructions Manual
LEMKEN EC-Ridger 5 Operating Instructions Manual

LEMKEN EC-Ridger 5 Operating Instructions Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
HOEING MACHINE
EC-RIDGER
EC-Ridger 5
EC-Ridger 7
en-GB | Item no. 17517750 | BA 01/2023-11

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  • Page 1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS HOEING MACHINE EC-RIDGER EC-Ridger 5 EC-Ridger 7 en-GB | Item no. 17517750 | BA 01/2023-11...
  • Page 2 Pass these instructions to all users / owners. Original instructions © 2023 | This documentation is copyright protected. The copyright remains with LEMKEN GmbH & Co. KG, Weseler Straße 5, D-46519 Alpen. The texts, diagrams and drawings must not be duplicated, distributed or disclosed in any other way,...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of contents Table of contents About these instructions............................1 1.1 Introduction................................. 1 1.2 Target groups..............................3 1.3 Applied presentations............................. 3 1.3.1 Signal words and hazard statements...................... 3 1.3.2 Symbols and text markings........................4 1.3.3 Direction specifications..........................4 1.4 Further applicable documents........................5 Safety....................................
  • Page 4 Table of contents 6.2.1 Lifting and lowering the hoeing elements mechanically............. 35 6.2.2 Lifting and lowering the Combi-Element hydraulically..............37 6.3 Adjusting the machine..........................38 6.3.1 Required adjustments prior to operation................... 38 6.3.2 Aligning the hoeing machine with support wheels ..............39 6.3.3 Aligning the hoeing machine without support wheels ...............
  • Page 5 Appendix..................................83 A Type plate variants............................84 B Tightening torques screws ..........................85 C LEMKEN overview of operating materials....................89 D Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines............91 E Cross shaft overview............................95 en-GB | Item no. 17517750 | BA 01/2023-11...
  • Page 6 Table of contents en-GB | Item no. 17517750 | BA 01/2023-11...
  • Page 7: About These Instructions

    About these instructions About these instructions Introduction These operating instructions are important and belong to the machine's scope of delivery. These operating instructions must be available to the user at the place of use. Always read chapter "Safety" before using the machine for the first time.
  • Page 8 About these instructions Validity range These operating instructions describe operation of the machine after initial commissioning by the LEMKEN sales partner and handover to the operator. Prior to operation, initial commissioning and instruction in operation, setting/adjustment and maintenance must have been carried out.
  • Page 9: Target Groups

    About these instructions Target groups The target groups of these operating instructions are operators, users and service personnel of the machine. The target groups must meet the requirements for operators, users and service personnel as defined in these instructions. INFORMATION Ä...
  • Page 10: Symbols And Text Markings

    About these instructions 1.3.2 Symbols and text markings Symbol, text Meaning marking In front of and in texts Marking for routine maintenance tasks ● Activities that demand the help of service staff. Listing Position numbers [1], Example: ‘Settings’ Software element Example: [OK] Softkey, key, switch and button [kg]...
  • Page 11: Further Applicable Documents

    Operating instructions for the combination machine Latest versions of the LEMKEN docu‐ ments The latest versions of the LEMKEN documents can be found in the LEMKEN Online Information System (LEONIS). Users can access LEONIS via the QR code or the LEMKEN website.
  • Page 12: Safety

    Safety Safety Intended use The machine is used for mechanical weed control between and in rows of crops on agricultural land. It may only be used in accordance with the recognised rules of good agricultural practice. Limitations The crops must be planted in parallel and in rows. The distance between the rows must be at least 15 cm throughout.
  • Page 13 Safety Operating instructions The operating instructions are part of the machine. The machine is intended exclusively for use in accordance with these operating instructions. Applications of the machine not described in these oper‐ ating instructions may result in personal injury or death or property damage.
  • Page 14: Requirements Of Operators, Users And Service Personnel

    Safety Requirements of operators, users and service personnel Operator Operators within the meaning of these instructions are obliged to inform all the users about correct application of the machine and the respective hazards. This can be done on the basis of these operating instructions. Opera‐ tors are responsible for ensuring that the operating instructions are always available at the machine and that the users observe the oper‐...
  • Page 15: Hazardous Areas

    Safety Hazardous areas If the hazardous areas are not heeded, this may result in death or serious injury to personnel. Only once all persons have left the hazardous areas: Switch on drives and motors. Any work required while the motor or drive is running in a hazardous area requires special attention and precautions.
  • Page 16: Workplaces And Passengers

    Safety Hazardous area between the tractor When standing between the tractor and machine, there is a risk due to and machine tractor movements or sudden machine movements. Secure the tractor against rolling away. ► Before operating the linkage: Keep all persons away from the ►...
  • Page 17: Technically Perfect Condition

    Safety Observe the hazardous areas. ► Pay attention to other persons in the vicinity of the machine. ► Technically perfect condition Operation only after proper prepara‐ Operational safety of the machine cannot be guaranteed without tions proper preparations in accordance with these operating instructions. This may result in fatal or serious injuries.
  • Page 18: Safe Handling

    Safety Modifications at the machine Structural modifications and extensions can impair the functionality and operational safety of the machine. This may result in fatal or serious injuries. Auxiliary equipment and spare parts that do NOT comply with the man‐ ufacturer's requirements may negatively affect the operational safety of the machine and cause accidents.
  • Page 19: Driving The Tractor-Machine Combination

    Safety 2.6.2 Driving the tractor-machine combination Different driving behaviour Mounted or trailed machines change the driving characteristics of the tractor. The driving characteristics also depend on the operating status, the filling or loading and on the subsoil. If the driver does not consider changed characteristics, accidents may occur.
  • Page 20 Safety Keeping the safety devices fully func‐ Existing and fully functional safety devices protect against death or tional serious personal injury. Replace damaged safety devices. ► Install dismantled safety devices before commissioning. ► Move the safety devices to the protective position. ►...
  • Page 21: Design And Description

    Design and description Design and description Machine overview INFORMATION The machines can be equipped differently at the factory. – Standard components, special equipment or optional accessories are not marked separately. – Contents in this document may differ from the actual equipment of the machine.
  • Page 22: Machine Safety

    Design and description Tool (e.g. spring tine) Hoeing element Type plate The machine is marked with a type plate. The machine type can be identified uniquely by the type plate. Further information about the type plate: Ä Appendix A ‘Type plate variants’...
  • Page 23 Design and description Turn off the engine A tractor with the engine running can cause unintentional movements. This may even be fatal or result in serious injuries. Before maintenance and repair work: Turn off the engine. ► Engage the parking brake of the tractor. ►...
  • Page 24: Safety Devices

    Design and description Sling points Sling points for lifting processes Lifting points for fork-lift truck Lifting points for fork-lift truck Lashing points Lashing points for fixing during transport 3.2.2 Safety devices 3.2.2.1 Lighting equipment and identification The marking and the lighting equipment increase safety while driving on the road.
  • Page 25: Headstock

    Design and description Front lighting equipment Example of front lighting equipment Warning board Lateral reflectors LED lighting equipment Rear lighting equipment Example of rear lighting equipment Warning board Lateral reflectors LED lighting equipment Round reflectors Rotating beacon Beacon on the machine that emits light over a range of 360°. A rotating beacon is used for easier visual detection of the machine, e.g.
  • Page 26: Wheels And Rollers

    They ensure the required ground clearance and prevent the machine from working too deep. Rear support wheel Wheelmark eradicators Only EC-Ridger 5 Front support wheel Only EC-Ridger 7 Depth guiding wheels The depth guiding wheels attached to the frame determine the working depth of the machine during soil cultivation.
  • Page 27: Hoeing Elements

    Transport rollers allow easy storage and movement of the machine without a tractor, e.g. during winter storage. Transport rollers are removed prior to operation. Transport rollers Optional, only EC-Ridger 5 Hoeing elements The hoeing elements are mounted on the supporting frame and form the tool carriers.
  • Page 28 Design and description Basic-Element Examples of a Basic-Element on the profile tube toolbar Depth guiding wheel Crank Tool holder Parallelogram Fixing element, e.g. for profile tube toolbar Combi-Element for earthing-up tools Example of a Combi-Element of the earthing-up tools with hydraulics Parallelogram Fixing element for toolbar Lifting mechanism, e.g.
  • Page 29: Tools

    Design and description TRS-Element (only EC-Ridger 7) Depth guiding wheel Tool holder Stabilisation bar Optional equipment: Spring for more traction weight for ridge tools Crank for depth adjustment Parallelogram with lifting mechanism Fixing element for square tube toolbar Example of a TRS-Element Tools A wide range of tools are available for weed control according to requirements:...
  • Page 30 Design and description L-blade Hoeing discs Ridging body Spring tines Tools on the toolbar (examples) Earthing-up discs en-GB | Item no. 17517750 | BA 01/2023-11...
  • Page 31 Design and description Subsoiler Leaf protector en-GB | Item no. 17517750 | BA 01/2023-11...
  • Page 32: Attaching

    Attaching Attaching Checking suitability of the tractor WARNING Risk of accident due to unsuitable tractor If the tractor is not suitable for the machine, compo‐ nents of the machine may be overloaded and the tractor- machine combination may not be steered safely. This may result in accidents with injuries or death of persons or damage to the machine.
  • Page 33: Preparations On The Tractor

    Attaching Checklist Axle loads Ä Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines, page 91 Determine the axle loads and the required ballasting. Tyre load capacities Ä Tyres and wheels, page 77 Determine the carrying capacity index of the tyres. The carrying capacity index must be compatible with the weight of the machine and the speed travelled.
  • Page 34: Attaching The Machine

    Attaching ATTENTION Damage to the tractor cab If the top link rises sharply towards the implement, the chopping implement, when folded, can damage the tractor cab. Attaching the machine WARNING Risk of accident due to unsuitable tractor If the tractor is not suitable for the machine, compo‐ nents of the machine may be overloaded and the tractor- machine combination may not be steered safely.
  • Page 35 Attaching Rear mounting of the machine to the tractor Preconditions: √ Ä The tractor is suitable for operating the machine, see page 26. √ Ä The tractor has been prepared, see page 27. √ √ Tractor and machine are standing on a flat, horizontal surface. 1.
  • Page 36 Attaching 11. Connect the lower links of the tractor to the lower link recesses. 12. Secure the tractor against rolling away. 13. Select attachment position for the top link. Mount the top link parallel to the ground or slightly inclined to the machine.
  • Page 37: Road Travel

    Road travel Road travel Information on road travel INFORMATION Laws on driving on public roads differ in many countries. Pay particular attention to local laws and regulations regarding the ► following points: Driving on public highways Maximum permissible transport height Maximum permissible transport width Maximum permissible transport weight Lighting equipment...
  • Page 38: Preparing For Road Travel

    Road travel Preparing for road travel Checks before road travel Checklist Connections of the machine to the tractor The top link pin must be secured. The connections of the lower links to the lower link recesses must be secured. Folding of the machine A folding machine must be folded in and secured against unintentional folding out, e.g.
  • Page 39: Operation

    Operation Operation Basic procedure When using aggressive application A combination of the machine EC-Ridger with a suitable front tank and agents matching attachment kit can be used for the application of liquids. ATTENTION Damage due to corrosion Aggressive application agents (e.g. liquid fertiliser) can cause corrosion damage to the application system.
  • Page 40 Operation Hoeing process steps 1. Align the supporting frame and the parallelograms horizontally. 2. Ensure that the hoeing machine is suitable for the crop condition. Ä , see page 46 Ä , see page 47 3. Ensure that the distances between the hoeing elements and the tools are correct.
  • Page 41: Basic Operation

    Operation Basic operation 6.2.1 Lifting and lowering the hoeing elements mechanically The following hoeing elements are lifted or lowered mechanically: Basic-Elements TRS-Elements The following hoeing elements are lifted mechanically and lowered via a spring element or hydraulically: Combi-Elements for ridging bodies INFORMATION Depending on the equipment, Combi-Elements for ridging bodies can also be lifted and lowered hydrauli‐...
  • Page 42 Operation Basic-Element and TRS-Element Rear of parallelogram Rear of parallelogram Tool holder Lifting elements mechanically Tool holder 1. Grasp the element at a fixed component and lift it, e.g. at the tool Catch hook holder or at the rear of the parallelogram INFORMATION: TRS-Elements optionally feature a spring for more Basic-Element traction weight for ridge tools...
  • Page 43: Lifting And Lowering The Combi-Element Hydraulically

    Operation 6.2.2 Lifting and lowering the Combi-Element hydraulically Hydraulic ram Combi-Elements with hydraulic ram can be pressurised hydrauli‐ cally. Depending on the equipment, Combi-Elements can also be lifted hydraulically. INFORMATION Pressure is recommended for cultivating hard soil. – On soft soils, the dead weight of the hoeing elements is sufficient.
  • Page 44: Adjusting The Machine

    Operation Pressure only Pressure and lifting Lift – Lift the hoeing elements hydrauli‐ cally. (Lift the hoeing machine as a whole using the tractor hydraulics.) Lower Lower the hoeing elements with Lower the hoeing elements with pressurisation. Pressure adjustment: pressurisation. Pressure adjustment: 15–50 kg.
  • Page 45: Aligning The Hoeing Machine With Support Wheels

    Operation 6.3.2 Aligning the hoeing machine with support wheels To ensure the hoeing machine operates successfully and drives stably through the existing crops, the user must align the machine. This involves the following working steps: Adjust the height of the toolbar. Align the tool holder horizontally.
  • Page 46 Operation 6.3.2.2 Height adjustment for various types of wheels Prepare height adjustment In order to be able to loosen the height adjustment fasteners on ► the wheels: Lift the hoeing machine to the pressureless zone using the three-point linkage of the tractor. The type of height adjustment differs for the various types of wheels.
  • Page 47 Operation Depth guiding wheels with a crank 1. Lift the machine with the three-point linkage of the tractor to the desired height. 2. Turn the crank until the depth guiding wheel has reached the desired height. 3. If required, adjust further depth guiding wheels in the same way. 4.
  • Page 48: Aligning The Hoeing Machine Without Support Wheels

    Operation 6.3.3 Aligning the hoeing machine without support wheels Hoeing machines without support wheels are aligned with the lower links and top link of the tractor. INFORMATION Observe the tractor documents Ä , see page 5. 6.3.3.1 Adjust height of the toolbar 1.
  • Page 49: Checking And Adjusting Distances Of The Hoeing Elements

    Operation 6.3.4 Checking and adjusting distances of the hoeing elements The hoeing elements are attached ex works to the supporting frame at distances appropriate to the crop. In order to be able to adjust the hoeing elements exactly to the current condition of the crop, the user must check the distances and tool widths and correct any deviations.
  • Page 50 Operation Attachment of a hoeing element on a profile toolbar Attachment of a hoeing element on a square tube CAUTION Risk of being crushed at moving mechanical compo‐ nents Components with a high dead weight can move down‐ wards independently. –...
  • Page 51 Operation Sliding parts screwed into tool holders on a Combi-Element Sliding part on a Basic-Element The outer tools are screwed onto sliding parts. Depending on the equipment, the user can move the tools on the sliding parts or the sliding parts themselves in the tool holders in transverse direction. This allows the user to adjust the working width of the tools or compensate for small deviations in the row distance.
  • Page 52: Selecting And Adjusting Tools

    Operation 6.3.5 Selecting and adjusting tools The user must use the tools in a crop-friendly manner. In the course of the season, as the height of growth, the roots and the resistance of the crop increase, the weed control tools can be adjusted more aggressively.
  • Page 53 Operation 6.3.5.1 Basic operation The tools are attached as follows: Tool attachment Hoeing knife, L-blade, hoeing discs, spring tines and ridging body on the Basic-Element or TRS-Element Earthing-up discs, deep loosener or leaf protector on the sup‐ porting frame The tool legs are screwed into the sliding parts with hexagon bolts. The sliding parts are either screwed directly to the hoeing element or into tool holders.
  • Page 54 Operation Adjusting the working width and depth Adjusting the working width 1. Move the tool outwards or inwards on the sliding part or 2. move the sliding part with a tool outwards or inwards. Ä Chapter 6.3.4 ‘Checking and adjusting distances of the hoeing ele‐ ments’...
  • Page 55 Operation 3. Tighten the screw. Adjusting the ridging body Expansion bush for angle adjust‐ Adjusting the working width 1. Lengthen or shorten the expansion bush. ment Screw for working width ð The angle has changed. Peg with pin for height adjustment 2.
  • Page 56: Adjusting Working Depth Of Hoeing Elements

    Operation 6.3.6 Adjusting working depth of hoeing elements Targets: All hoeing elements are set to the same depth. For full-surface cultivation, the knives – on the hoeing elements are 2...3 cm – duck-foot shares maximum 4 cm beneath the topsoil. Deeper cultivation promotes weed potential.
  • Page 57: Test Run

    Operation Test run A test run is necessary: Prior to starting work: To ensure the hoeing machine has been adjusted correctly. Each time the crop or field is changed Carry out test run Precondition: √ Procedure according to Ä Chapter 6.2 ‘Basic operation’ on page 35 1.
  • Page 58 Operation ATTENTION Damage due to corrosion Aggressive application agents (e.g. liquid fertiliser) can cause corrosion damage to the application system. 1. Make sure that all liquid-carrying parts of the machine, front tank and attachment kit of the application system are leak tight. 2.
  • Page 59 Operation Working steps for operation Precondition: √ Observe the basic procedure. Ä Chapter 6.1 ‘Basic procedure’ on page 33. 1. Position the tractor-machine combination. 2. Fold out the folding machine. DANGER: If the machine comes into contact with an overhead line when being folded, there is a danger of a fatal electric shock.
  • Page 60 Operation ATTENTION: If parts of the machine come into contact with the ground, the machine components may be damaged when turning. 10. On the headland: Adapt driving speed to the conditions of the terrain and soil. 11. After the headland: Do not lower the machine into the soil until driving straight for‐...
  • Page 61: Cleaning And Care

    Cleaning and care Cleaning and care After working in the field 1. Remove soil from the machine. 2. Remove application residues from the machine, e.g. liquid fertiliser. After using aggressive application A combination of the machine EC-Ridger with a suitable front tank and agents matching attachment kit can be used for the application of liquids.
  • Page 62: Cleaning With High-Pressure Cleaner

    Cleaning and care Cleaning with high-pressure cleaner The user can clean the machine with the high-pressure cleaner. When cleaning, the user must observe the following: ATTENTION Damage due to cleaning with a high-pressure cleaner Components may be damaged when cleaning with a high-pressure cleaner.
  • Page 63: Temporary Decommissioning

    Temporary decommissioning Temporary decommissioning Preparing detaching 1. Move the machine to a parking place with a level surface with sufficient bearing capacity. WARNING: A folded in machine may overturn after being parked on UNSUITABLE subsoil. 2. Lower the stands. 3. Completely lower the machine. 4.
  • Page 64: Detaching The Machine

    Temporary decommissioning Detaching the machine Detaching machine with headstock Precondition: √ The subsoil is level with sufficient bearing capacity. 1. Secure the tractor and machine to prevent them from rolling away. WARNING: When standing between the tractor and machine, there is a risk of the tractor rolling away or of sudden machine movements.
  • Page 65: Maintenance And Repair Work

    Marked in the SERVICE PERSONNEL column in the maintenance schedule Latest versions of the LEMKEN spare parts lists Current LEMKEN spare parts lists are available from agroparts. The QR code takes the user directly to agroparts. Free registration is required for use. 9.1.1...
  • Page 66: During The Maintenance And Repair

    Maintenance and repair work 9.1.2 During the maintenance and repair To prevent accidents or injuries: Wear protective equipment. ► Use auxiliary equipment, e.g.: ► Suitable tools Climbing aids Supporting elements For dismantling and mounting heavy components: ► Use hoisting gear. Check nuts and screw heads etc.
  • Page 67: Tractor Connection

    Maintenance and repair work Chap. Task to execute 9.2.3.2 Checking parallelograms of the hoeing ● ● elements 9.2.4 Checking the lighting equipment ● 9.2.4 Check marking ● 9.2.4 Checking safety sticker ● 9.2.5 Checking hydraulic hoses ● 9.2.5 Replacing hydraulic hoses ●...
  • Page 68: Frame

    Maintenance and repair work 9.2.3 Frame 9.2.3.1 Tyres and wheels Check tyres Visual inspection ► Damage Wear Replace damaged tyres immediately. Checking air pressure WARNING Risk of accident due to incorrect air pressure Excessive air pressure in the tyres may cause them to burst.
  • Page 69: Checking Safety Devices

    Maintenance and repair work 9.2.3.2 Bolted connections Checking bolted connections of the The bolted connections on the hoeing elements, tool holders and tools hoeing elements must always be tight. 1. Observe bolted connections. 2. If required, retighten screws. Checking parallelograms of the hoeing elements The parallelograms of the hoeing elements are suspended in a movable manner.
  • Page 70: Hydraulics

    Maintenance and repair work 9.2.5 Hydraulics Checking hydraulic hoses 1. Check hydraulic hoses for damage and leakages. ð Replace damaged or defective hydraulic hoses immedi‐ ately. 2. Check date of manufacture of the hydraulic hoses. ð Have hydraulic hoses replaced at the latest after 6 years. Replacing hydraulic hoses Personnel: Service personnel...
  • Page 71: Electrics

    Maintenance and repair work 9.2.6 Electrics Checking connector plugs and cables Perform visual inspection of the connector plugs and cables. ► Watch for bent or broken contact pins in the plugs. Watch for exposed places in cables. ð Repair damaged connector plugs or cables immediately or have them replaced.
  • Page 72: Lubricating

    Maintenance and repair work Lubricating 9.3.1 Lubrication schedule INFORMATION The lubrication points are colour coded on the machine. Chap. Task to execute 9.3.2 Lubricate track disc ● ● 9.3.2 Lubricate parallelogram of Basic-Element and TRS-Element ● ● ● 9.3.2 Lubricating a long guard plate ●...
  • Page 73: Grease Components

    Maintenance and repair work Lubricate parallelogram of Basic-Ele‐ ment and TRS-Element The lubricating points of Basic-Element and TRS-Element are identical. ► Lubricate 4 lubricating points on the 4 axles of the parallelo‐ gram. INFORMATION: Slightly raise the parallelogram to access the lubri‐ cating point Grease nipples on the axles of the parallelogram...
  • Page 74: Grease Piston Rods

    Maintenance and repair work Grease piston rods Grease piston rods with an acid-free grease. ► Grease surfaces Grease uncoated surfaces that can rust. ► Lubricating cardan shaft Lubricate the cardan shaft according to the instructions of the ► manufacturer. INFORMATION: Observe other applicable documents. Ä...
  • Page 75: 10 Troubleshooting And Error Correction

    Troubleshooting and error correction 10 Troubleshooting and error correction 10.1 Finding and eliminating errors correctly INFORMATION Necessary deviations from this procedure are described in the respective chapters on troubleshooting. 1. Park the tractor/machine combination. 2. Secure the tractor-machine combination to prevent it from rolling away.
  • Page 76 Troubleshooting and error correction Fault description Cause Remedy The machine runs downhill. The machine is not designed for Stabilise tractor with twin tyres. slopes. Stabilise the machine: Check and adjust lower link stabilisers. Stabilise the machine with steel wheels and track discs. Knife on the tool holder or Fixing screw for the stalk has Re-establish the knife position.
  • Page 77 Troubleshooting and error correction Fault description Cause Remedy No pressure displayed on the Restrictor washer, line or valve Have the error rectified by service per‐ pressure gauge clogged. sonnel. The hydraulic valves are defec‐ Oil quantity l/min is set too high. Valves: tive.
  • Page 78: 11 Decommissioning And Disposal

    Decommissioning and disposal 11 Decommissioning and disposal 11.1 Final decommissioning ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Do NOT leave machine parts exposed to weather condi‐ tions for an extended period, as operating materials, etc. could be released into the environment. Precondition: √ Further use of the machine within the meaning of these instruc‐ tions is no longer intended.
  • Page 79: Recycling And Disposal

    Decommissioning and disposal 11.2 Recycling and disposal Special knowledge is required for disposal of machine parts or oper‐ ating materials. 1. Assign qualified specialists for disposal. 2. Recycle machine parts. 3. Dispose of auxiliary materials and operating materials in an envi‐ ronmentally responsible manner.
  • Page 80: Technical Data

    Technical data 12 Technical data 12.1 Dimensions Rear-mounted attachments and front- Data Value Unit mounted attachments Working width, minimum 1500 mm Working width, maximum 3000 mm Transport width, minimum 1500 mm Transport width, max. 3000 mm Front-mounted attachments Data Value Unit Length, minimum 1200 mm Length, maximum...
  • Page 81: Performance Data

    Technical data Front mounting Data Value Unit Weight, maximum 2150 kg 12.3 Performance data Tractor power requirements Data Value Unit Permitted tractor power, minimum 80 HP Permitted tractor power, minimum 59 kW Permitted tractor power, maximum 280 HP Permitted tractor power, maximum 206 kW Operating speed, minimum...maximum 2...15 km/h...
  • Page 82: Connection Data

    Technical data 12.4 Connection data 12.4.1 Electrical connections Voltage sources Consumer Voltage Direct connection Power socket [Volt] to the tractor battery Lighting equipment According to DIN ISO 1724 Lighting equipment According to ISO 1185 (Canada, USA) ISOBUS socket According to DIN 11783 ●...
  • Page 83: Operating Materials

    Technical data 12.6 Operating materials Operating mate‐ Lifting only Pressure only Lifting and pres‐ Lifting and pres‐ rials (implement with (implement with sure sure 2 small pressure 1 large pressure (implement with (implement with tanks) tank) 2 small pressure 2 small pressure tanks and 1 large tanks and 2 large pressure tank)
  • Page 84: Connecting Equipment At The Implement

    Technical data 12.8 Connecting equipment at the implement Permitted categories for cross shafts Data Value and top link pins Cross shaft, category Cross shaft, category Cross shaft, category Cross shaft, category Top link pin, category 2 (Æ 26 mm] Top link pin, category 3 (Æ...
  • Page 85: Index

    Index Index Connections Hydraulic ......76 Air pressure Cross shaft ......78 Check .
  • Page 86 Index Lift Mechanically ......35 Hazardous areas ......9 Lighting equipment .
  • Page 87 Index Operation ......33 Adjustments prior to operation ... . 38 Repair work .
  • Page 88 Index Tool holder Align ....... 41 Wheel nuts Align horizontally, hoeing machine without Check .
  • Page 89: Appendix

    Appendix Appendix en-GB | Item no. 17517750 | BA 01/2023-11...
  • Page 90: A Type Plate Variants

    19 Type / Variant / Version the type plate. 20 Technical conditions Permissible total mass [kg]* 21 QR code to call up LEONIS (LEMKEN Online Infor‐ 10 Permissible drawbar load [kg] (axle 0) mation System) 11 Permissible axle load [kg] (axle 1)
  • Page 91: B Tightening Torques Screws

    Tightening torques screws Tightening torques screws Bolted connections, general principles The following tightening torques refer to screw connections not spe‐ cifically mentioned in these mounting instructions. Special tightening torques are indicated in the text. Identify screw connection: – Identification on the screw head –...
  • Page 92 The friction coefficient of 0.14 ... 0.15 must be complied with. Never tighten with an impact wrench Tightening torques for bolted connections The following tightening torques apply with all bolted connections used by LEMKEN, unless specified otherwise: Screws and nuts made of steel Diameter Strength category 8.8 [Nm*]...
  • Page 93 Tightening torques screws Diameter Strength category 8.8 [Nm*] 10.9 [Nm*] 12.9 [Nm*] M12 x 1.25 79.0 M16 x 1.5 M20 x 1.5 M24 x 1.5 1106 M24 x 2 1083 M30 x 1.5 1295 1820 2185 M30 x 2 1275 1792 2151 M36 x 1.5...
  • Page 94 The tightening torques are calculated for the friction values µ specified in the tables. The required tightening torque deviates: – If any screws other than LEMKEN original screws are used. – If screws are re-used. Only use LEMKEN original screws!
  • Page 95: Clemken Overview Of Operating Materials

    LEMKEN overview of operating materials LEMKEN overview of operating materials F - fluid grease LEMKEN Designation Container size Reference Specification / Standard item number LEMKEN specification Lubricant code: Castrol Tribol GR 100-00 PD 877 1595 5 kg – Castrol Tribol GR 00 PD:...
  • Page 96 The latest versions of the documents can be found in the LEMKEN Online Information System (LEONIS). Users can access LEONIS directly via the QR code or the LEMKEN website. It is where the user can find spare parts for the latest versions of the documents.
  • Page 97: D Calculation Of Axle Load And Ballasting For Mounted Machines

    Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines The calculation of the axle loads and required ballasting is based on data from the operating instructions for the tractor and machine. The result of the calculation is a guide value for an initial assessment of the axle loads and the required ballasting.
  • Page 98 Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines Data acquisition for calculating axle loads Abbreviation Description Value Unit Tractor data from the operating instructions or determined by weighing Permissible gross weight of the tractor [kg] G_zul Permissible front axle load [kg] V_zul Permissible back axle load...
  • Page 99 Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines Minimum ballasting, FrontG Vmin rear-mounted machine Enter the calculated value in the result table. Minimum ballasting, RearG Hmin front mounted machine Enter the calculated value in the result table. Actual gross weight G Enter the calculated value in the result table.
  • Page 100 Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines Results for tractor/implement combination Create a result table for each tractor that is used: Actual value Permitted value Double permis‐ according to calculation according to tractor sible tyre load- or measurement operating instruc‐...
  • Page 101: E Cross Shaft Overview

    Cross shaft overview Cross shaft overview To determine the cross shaft or lower link connection: Determine the dimensions shown in the sketch on the machine. Compare the dimensions with the data in the table. The category of the three-point linkage must match with the cate‐ gory of cross shaft or lower link connection.
  • Page 103 LEMKEN GmbH & Co. KG Weseler Straße 5 D-46519 Alpen Telephone: +49 2802 81-0 Fax: +49 2802 81-220 Email: info@lemken.com Internet: www.lemken.com...

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