Validity range These operating instructions describe operation of the machine after initial commissioning by the LEMKEN sales partner and hand‐ over to the operator. Prior to operation, initial commissioning and instruction in opera‐ tion, setting/adjustment and maintenance must have been carried out.
About these instructions Target groups Position of the type plate on the machine: Chapter 3 Design and description on page 21 ⮫ Explanation of the full type plate content: Appendix A Type plate variants on page 95 ⮫ Equipment variants The machines can be equipped differently at the factory.
About these instructions Applied presentations Applied presentations 1.3.1 Signal words and hazard statements Warning of personal injury The following signal words and hazard statements are used to label warning signs and to warn of residual risks: Signal word Meaning DANGER Indicates an immediate hazardous situa‐...
About these instructions Applied presentations 1.3.2 Symbols and text markings Symbol, text marking Meaning In front of and in texts Marking for routine maintenance tasks ● Activities that demand the help of service personnel. Listing [1], Position numbers ‘Adjustments’ Example: Software element [OK] Example:...
Instructions for the cardan shaft ■ Latest versions of the LEMKEN docu‐ The latest versions of the LEMKEN documents can be found in the ments LEMKEN Online Information System (LEONIS). Users can access LEONIS via the QR code or the LEMKEN website.
Safety Machine limits Safety Machine limits Intended use The machine is used for seedbed preparation on agricultural land. The machine is used for soil cultivation on agricultural land. The machine can be combined with other suitable machines Mounting combina‐ according to the instructions in this manual. ⮫ tion machine on page 41 It may only be used in accordance with the recognised rules of good agricultural practice.
Safety Requirements of operators, users and service personnel Information on the dimensions of the machine can be found in Chapter 12 Technical data on page 81 of these operating ⮫ instructions. Hazardous area The machine and the area in the immediate vicinity of the machine is deemed a hazardous area.
Safety General safety information Service personnel Service personnel within the meaning of these instructions are all persons who maintain and repair safety-relevant components. Service personnel are qualified for these activities based on their training and expertise (for example agricultural machine mechanics).
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Safety General safety information Technically perfect condition Damage to the machine can impair the operational safety of the machine and cause accidents. This may result in death or injuries. In order to be able to operate the machine in a technically perfect condition, carry out the following measures: Check the machine according to the maintenance schedule.
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Safety General safety information Cardan shaft The cardan shaft is driven by the PTO shaft of the tractor. Persons may be entangled, pulled in and seriously injured by the cardan shaft and the driven components. Before switching on the PTO shaft: Install all the safety guards.
Safety Safety information on hazardous areas of the machine Hydraulic assembly The hydraulic assembly might be under high pressure. Hydraulic oil leaking under pressure can penetrate through the skin into the body. Injury to body parts, face, eyes and unprotected skin may result. The hydraulic assembly might be hot.
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Safety Safety information on hazardous areas of the machine Moving hazardous area The hazardous area of the machine during operation. Fig. 1: Moving hazardous area The hazardous area includes the area in driving direction across the entire width of the machine. There must be NO persons in the hazardous area.
Safety Safety information on structural modifications Running machine components After the drives have been switched off, the machine components continue to run. This may result in death or injuries. Only touch stationary components. Hot surfaces The gearbox of the machine may become hot during operation. Contact with hot components may cause minor burns to hands and arms.
Safety Safety information on situations Welding work Improper welding work endangers the operational safety of the machine. This may result in death or injuries. Have welding work carried out by a qualified specialist work‐ shop. Safety information on situations Parked machine If the machine is parked incorrectly, the machine may topple over.
Design and description Machine overview Design and description Machine overview The machines can be equipped differently at the factory. − Standard components, special equipment or optional accessories are not marked sepa‐ rately. − Contents in this document may differ from the actual equipment of the machine.
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Design and description Machine overview Gearbox Side shield Three-point linkage Wheelmark eradicator Rear levelling bar, mechanical - Front levelling bar (optional, not shown) - Rear levelling bar, hydraulic (optional, not shown) Trough Depth adjustment, mechanical Headstock Depth adjustment, hydraulic (optional) Type plate Roller Feed disc...
Design and description Machine safety Machine safety 3.2.1 Position of the label Fig. 2: Zirkon EMR/XMR - Overview of safety symbols, warning stickers and other symbols 3.2.2 Meaning of the labels This section explains the information and warning signs that have been affixed to the machine.
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Design and description Machine safety Reading operating instructions Incorrect use or operation of the machine can result in death or serious injury. Before commissioning: Read and observe the operating instructions. Follow the instructions for action. Turn off the engine A tractor with the engine running can cause unintentional move‐ ments.
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Design and description Machine safety Area between the tractor and A tractor with the engine running can make or cause unintentional machine movements. This will result in death or serious injury. When the tractor is running: Do NOT remain in the area between the tractor and machine. Moving tools The tools of the machine move during operation.
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Design and description Machine safety Gearbox speeds Information on gearbox, rotor rpm and cardan shaft Fig. 3: Manual gearbox Fig. 4: Gearbox with change gears Depth adjustment Depth adjustment scale BA 70218925 | 69210005 en_GB | Rev__ | 2024-05...
Design and description Machine safety 3.2.3 Safety devices Lighting equipment and identification The marking and the lighting equipment increase safety while driving on the road. For public road traffic, the machine must be equipped with the following components in accordance with national regulations: Marking ■...
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Design and description Machine safety Rear lighting equipment Warning board Lateral reflectors LED lighting equipment Reflector (triangle) Reflector (round) (not shown) Rear lighting equipment Fig. 6: Example of rear lighting equipment LED indicator Reflecting film - red Reflecting film - orange LED rear light Warning board Depending on national regulations, a warning board may be...
Design and description Working tools Safety chain For machines without a braking system, a safety chain may be required, depending on the national regulations. NOTICE − Use the safety chain only as a safety device. Working tools Tab. 1: Overview of working tools Designation Properties Function and application area...
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Design and description Working tools Designation Properties Function and application area ZS 38 P Quick-change system For large working depths, e.g. in potato cultivation 38 cm long For light soils Hard-faced on both sides Observe maximum transport width of ▶ the machine. MZ 28 B Screwed Standard equipment...
Design and description Rollers Designation Properties Function and application area Side shield Height adjustable, spring loaded Prevents the formation of ridges by the outer tines Side shield extension to guide soil to the following roller Track marker Concave disc, adjustable 360° Even more precise next run, e.g.
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Design and description Rollers Roller Medium soils Crum‐ Drive Recon‐ Depth Level‐ Resist‐ Resist‐ Row pre‐ bling solida‐ control ling ance to ance to consoli‐ tion stones sticking dation Tube bar roller RSW 400 Tube bar roller RSW 540 Toothed packer roller ZPW 550 Trapeze packer roller TPW 500 Trapeze packer roller TPW 600 Trapeze disc roller TSW 500...
Commissioning Preparing an attachment Commissioning Preparing an attachment 4.1.1 Checking suitability of the tractor WARNING Risk of accident due to unsuitable tractor If the tractor is not suitable for the machine, components of the machine may be overloaded and the tractor-machine combina‐ tion may not be steered safely.
Commissioning Preparing an attachment 4.1.2 Preparing cardan shaft The information in the operating instructions for the cardan shaft is decisive. − Observe the operating instructions of the cardan shaft being used. Checking cardan shaft Preconditions: The tractor engine has been switched off. ✓...
Commissioning Attaching the machine Changing distance of the machine to the tractor The user can adjust the distance of the machine to the tractor by repositioning the cross shaft via the carriers To change the distance of the machine to the tractor: Mount the carriers ...
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Commissioning Attaching the machine Preparing tractor and machine Clean all hydraulic connections and hydraulic plugs on the tractor and the machine. Ensure that the tractor is suitable for the machine. Chapter 4.1.1 Checking suitability of the tractor on page 33 ⮫ ...
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Commissioning Attaching the machine Changing mounting position of the Several mounting positions are provided for the top link on the top link headstock. Changing Effect mounting posi‐ tion deeper Better penetration of the machine ■ Higher front axle load of the tractor ■...
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Commissioning Attaching the machine Mounting machine Preconditions: Cross shaft is mounted in the correct position. ✓ Top link is mounted in the correct position. ✓ Changing mounting position of the top link on page 37 ⮫ Switch the hydraulic system of the tractor to position control mode.
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Mounting support plates. . Screw the coupling parts as shown in the figure onto the headstock of the power harrow. LEMKEN Drillmaschine Solitair Mount it as follows onto the power harrow: LEMKEN Drillmaschine Solitair Secure it with the catch ■ hook .
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Commissioning Attaching the machine Preparing for driving Lift the machine at the front and rear. Lock the control unit lever at the tractor to prevent uninten‐ tional lowering of the machine. Fold in the stand. Fold in the lateral sections. To ensure that the lateral sections are held in the folded in position when the machine is folded in:...
Commissioning After initial commissioning Mounting combination machine Combination options: Seed drill ■ Coulter bar ■ A hydraulic three-point linkage with top link and catch hook is required for the combination with a seed drill or coulter bar. Dismantle the locking plates at the catch hooks ...
Road travel Preparing for road travel Assembly group Requirement Check Track marker Arm of the track marker is folded in hydrauli‐ The folded in ■ ■ cally. arm of the track marker is secured with a pin. Transport dimensions Maximum permitted transport dimensions are met: ■...
Operation Changing the setup state Operation Basic operation Changing the setup state 6.2.1 Changing blade tines Preparations before working on the Turn off the engine. machine Engage the parking brake of the tractor. Remove the ignition key. Secure the tractor-machine combination to prevent it from rolling away.
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Operation Changing the setup state Use a size 24 open-end wrench to rotate the locking device 90°. Remove the locking device. NOTICE The locking device locks both blade tines of a rotor. Make sure the other blade tine does not fall ▶...
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Operation Changing the setup state Use a size 24 open-end wrench to rotate the locking device 90°. The blade tines have been changed. Screwed The tines can be mounted in the drag or the grip position. Changing from the drag to the grade position can be performed, e.g., when changing tines.
Operation Adjusting the machine Mount new blade tines. Tighten all the screws to a tightening torque of 450 Nm. Make sure all the blade tines have been mounted correctly: Turn the rotors manually. – Possible without problems: All the blade tines have been mounted correctly.
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Operation Adjusting the machine Mechanical adjustment The roller supports connect the power harrow to the roller The roller is the height-guiding element. The adjustment plate used for depth adjustment of the power harrow Lift the machine. Remove the pin Insert the pin at the required position of the adjustment plates ...
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Operation Adjusting the machine Adjusting front levelling bar Position the eccentric lever above the holder . Secure with a linch pin. Lift: The flat part of the eccentric disc is in contact with the ■ holder. Lower: The cam of the eccentric disc is in contact with the ■...
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Operation Adjusting the machine Adjusting feed discs Preconditions: The working depth of the power harrow has been adjusted. ✓ To relieve the feed disc , lift the machine. Hold the feed disc firmly with your hand. Unlock the pin Move the feed disc to the required working depth.
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Operation Adjusting the machine To relieve the wheelmark eradicators , lift the machine. Hold the wheelmark eradicator firmly with your hand. Remove the pin Move the wheelmark eradicator to the required position. Secure the wheelmark eradicator with the pin Ensure that the position of both wheelmark eradicators is identical.
Operation Adjusting the machine Adjust the track marker arm to the required pitch angle of the track marker disc . Loosen the bolted connection . Adjust the length of the arm . Adjustment dimensions can be found in the following table: Zirkon EMR/XMR Distance from middle Distance from the outer seeding coulter of seed drill to track [cm]...
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Operation Adjusting the machine Changing direction of rotation of the rotors To change the direction of rotation of the rotors, the user must move the manual gearbox sideways. This means that the tine set‐ ting is also simultaneously changed from the grade position to the drag position or vice versa.
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Operation Adjusting the machine NOTICE Only switch on the tractor PTO shaft after tightening the cen‐ tring nuts After changing the direction of rota‐ As standard, the tines are mounted in the drag position: tion The outer rotors at the front rotate inwards. ■...
Operation Adjusting the machine 6.3.3 Adjusting side shields Preconditions: The tractor engine has been switched off. ✓ Ignition key is removed. ✓ The parking brake of the tractor is engaged. ✓ Tractor-machine combination is secured against rolling away. ✓ Other persons have been informed about the work on the ✓...
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Operation Adjusting the machine Adjusting scrapers The machine can be equipped with a range of rollers. Tube bar rollers are maintenance-free. The trapeze disc rollers, the trapeze packer rollers and the toothed packer rollers are equipped with adjustable scrapers that have to be re-adjusted every so often.
Operation Working with the machine Working with the machine 6.4.1 Standard procedure Machine operation CAUTION Risk of injury due to foreign objects being ejected During work, there is a risk of injury to your face and body by lumps of earth, soil constituents or stones being ejected at high speed.
Operation Working with the machine In the event of faults or dangers: Switch off the PTO shaft. ▷ Stop. ▷ Stop soil cultivation. ▷ CAUTION The rotating tools of a lifted machine can lead to accidents. − Switch off the PTO shaft when the power harrow is more than a few centimetres above the ground.
Cleaning and care Cleaning with a high-pressure cleaner Cleaning and care After working in the field NOTICE Damage due to cleaning agents Cleaning agents can damage components as a result of chemical reactions. Always ensure compatibility before using cleaning agents. ▶...
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Cleaning and care Cleaning with a high-pressure cleaner The user can clean the machine with the high-pressure cleaner. When cleaning, the user must observe the following: NOTICE Damage due to cleaning with a high-pressure cleaner Components may be damaged when cleaning with a high-pres‐ sure cleaner.
Decommissioning Decommissioning Decommissioning Decommissioning Preconditions: The tractor engine has been switched off. ✓ The parking brake of the tractor is engaged. ✓ Ignition key is removed. ✓ Tractor-machine combination is secured against rolling away. ✓ Detaching machine Preconditions: The subsoil is level with sufficient bearing capacity. ✓...
Decommissioning Storing and wintering machine Detach the top link on the machine. Swivel down the holder of the cardan shaft. 10. Dismantle the cardan shaft on the tractor. 11. Place the cardan shaft into the holder . 12. Unlock the lower links. WARNING When standing between the tractor and machine, there is a risk of the tractor rolling...
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Decommissioning Storing and wintering machine Store moisture-sensitive components and the operating instructions in a dry and frost-free place. BA 70218925 | 69210005 en_GB | Rev__ | 2024-05...
■ Marked in the SERVICE PERSONNEL column in the maintenance ■ schedule Latest versions of the LEMKEN spare Current LEMKEN spare parts lists are available from agroparts . parts lists agroparts . The QR code takes the user directly to Free registration is required for use.
Maintenance and repair work Maintaining machine properly Preparations before working on the Turn off the engine. machine Engage the parking brake of the tractor. Remove the ignition key. Secure the tractor-machine combination to prevent it from rolling away. When working on lifted machines: Secure the machines against lowering (e.g.
Maintenance and repair work Maintenance 9.2.2 Checking cardan shaft Make sure that the cardan shaft can be pushed in and pushed out easily. Make sure that the cardan shaft protection tubes are secure and fully functional. Replace defective cardan shafts or have them repaired by service personnel.
Maintenance and repair work Maintenance Check marking Ensure proper functioning. Checking safety sticker Ensure legibility and integrity. 9.2.5 Hydraulics and gearbox Hydraulics Checking hydraulic hoses Check hydraulic hoses for damage and leakages. Replace damaged or defective hydraulic hoses immedi‐ ately.
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Maintenance and repair work Maintenance Gearbox Checking fluid grease in the trough The fluid grease in the trough is a long-life grease. It only needs to be changed after 4000 operating hours. Preconditions: Machine has warmed up. ✓ Machine is folded out and standing on a level and horizontal ✓...
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Maintenance and repair work Maintenance Checking oil level in the manual Preconditions: gearbox Machine is on a flat and level surface. ✓ The PTO shaft is switched off. ✓ The tractor engine has been switched off. ✓ Ignition key is removed. ✓...
Maintenance and repair work Maintenance Checking rotor bearings Precondition: Machine has been running for less than 1000 operating hours. ✓ Check the rotor bearings for play to prevent any damage to the gear wheels and the trough. Precondition: Machine has been running for more than 1000 operating hours. ✓...
Maintenance and repair work Lubricating 9.2.8 Rollers Checking roller scraper Precondition: Rollers with scrapers, e.g. trapeze roller, packer roller or trapeze ✓ packer roller Check the distance between the scraper and the roller sleeve . Turn the roller through 360°. The scraper must not touch the roller sleeve at any posi‐ ■...
Maintenance and repair work Lubricating 9.3.2 Lubricating components via grease nipples Lubricating track marker disc bear‐ ings Lubricate the lubricating point on the bearing of the track marker disc. Lubricating support tube track marker Lubricate the lubricating point on the support tube of the track marker.
Maintenance and repair work Work instructions Lubricating hydraulic rams Lubricate two lubricating points at each hydraulic ram. Lubricating cardan shaft Lubricate the cardan shaft according to the instructions of the manufacturer. Observe other applicable documents. Chapter 1.4 Further applicable documents on page 11 ⮫ ...
Troubleshooting and error correction Finding and eliminating errors correctly 10 Troubleshooting and error correction 10.1 Finding and eliminating errors correctly Necessary deviations from this procedure are described in the respective chapters on trouble‐ shooting. Park the tractor-machine combination. Secure the tractor-machine combination to prevent it from rolling away.
Troubleshooting and error correction Error - Cause - Remedies at a glance 10.2 Error - Cause - Remedies at a glance Preparations before working on the Turn off the engine. machine Engage the parking brake of the tractor. Remove the ignition key. Secure the tractor-machine combination to prevent it from rolling away.
Troubleshooting and error correction Error - Cause - Remedies at a glance Acknowledge the error log If the speed of a cardan shaft falls below 200 rpm, a visual and acoustic alarm is output. Error logs of sensors S1 and S2 must be acknowledged after trou‐ bleshooting: Press and hold the pushbutton for 10 seconds each time.
Troubleshooting and error correction Replacing the shear bolt 10.3 Replacing the shear bolt The track markers are protected against overloading by a shear bolt . Three new shear bolts are fitted to each arm as replacement bolts. After a shear bolt has broken: Remove any remnants of the shear bolt.
Final decommissioning Disposal 11 Final decommissioning 11.1 Shutdown When the machine can no longer be used, it is dismantled and broken down into its components. Special knowledge is required to dismantle the machine. CAUTION Risk of accidents due to discharge of stored energy Springs are under tension.
Technical data Machine weights 12 Technical data 12.1 About the technical data The machines described in these instructions may have different technical data. The technical data distinguishes between the various machines by means of their respective type designations. 12.2 Dimensions Zirkon EMR/XMR Working widthapprox.
Technical data Performance data For determining the actual weights: Weigh the machine. 12.4 Permissible mass and loads The maximum permissible total mass, drawbar load and axle load of the machine are listed on its type plate. If the load capacities of the wheels are lower than the permissible axle loads, the permissible axle load is limited to the permissible load capacity of the wheels.
Technical data Connection data Ambient conditions and operating conditions Transport speed Maximum [km/h] 40 * Operating temperature range minimum...maximum [°C] 0...50 Working on slopes +/- 20 ° Tractor power Zirkon EMR/XMR /300 /350 /400 75...160 HP 84...170 HP 90...175 HP minimum...maximum 55...118 kW 62...125 kW 66...129 kW Motor 90...210 HP 105...224 HP 120...240 HP minimum...maximum 66...154 kW...
Technical data Noise, airborne sound 12.6.2 Hydraulic connections and control units Control units Coupling Line Consumer Single Double Free acting acting return Black +/– Hydraulic depth adjustment ● Violet +/– Track marker ● White +/– Hydraulic levelling bar ● Blue +/–...
Technical data Connecting systems at the machine 12.8 Operating materials Component / Component: Operating materials Zirkon EMR/XMR /300 /350 /400 Trough 33 kg 39 kg 44 kg Castrol Tribol GR 00 DIN 51502 GP00N-35 Shell Gadus S2 V220 DIN 51502 GP00K-20 Manual gearbox Gs-1 3 l SAE 85W-140 API GL-5...
19 Type / Variant / Version near 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)
Tightening torques screws Bolted connections, general principles Tightening torques screws Bolted connections, general principles The following tightening torques refer to screw connections not specifically mentioned in these mounting instructions. Special tightening torques are indicated in the text. Identify screw connection: ■...
Tightening torques screws Tightening torques for bolted connections Tightening torques for bolted connections The following tightening torques apply with all bolted connections used by LEMKEN, unless specified otherwise: Tab. 6: Screws and nuts made of steel Diameter Strength category 8.8 [Nm*] 10.9 [Nm*]...
Tightening torques screws Tightening torques for wheel bolts and wheel nuts Diameter Strength category 8.8 [Nm*] 10.9 [Nm*] 12.9 [Nm*] M24 x 2 1083 M30 x 1.5 1295 1820 2185 M30 x 2 1275 1792 2151 M36 x 1.5 2254 3170 3804 M42 x 1.5...
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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!
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 Castrol Tribol GR 100-00 PD ■ 00 PD: DIN 51502 877 1595 5 kg...
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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.
Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines Data 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 assess‐...
Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines Calculations 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...
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Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines Calculations 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.
Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines Results for tractor/implement combination Results for tractor/implement combination Create a result table for each tractor that is used: Actual value Permitted value Double per‐ according to calcula‐ according to missible tyre tion or measurement tractor operating load-carrying...
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 ■...
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