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- Page 1 9542 / 9546 Operating manual Original operating manual Edition 01.2012 Date of print 11.2013 Language Machine number VF65829601 – / VF65834501 – Model VF6582 / VF6583 Document number VF16649145.EN...
- Page 2 Copyright by Kverneland Group Gottmadingen N. V., Germany. Reproduction, transfer to other media, translation or the use of extracts or parts of this manual without the explicit permission of Kverneland, is not permitted. All rights reserved. The contents of this operating manual are subject...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of contents Table of contents Preface ............Operation ........... Target group for Safety this operating manual General Symbols used Swathing Swath deposit Safety ............Driving on headlands For your safety Who is allowed to Cleaning and care ........operate the machine? Safety General safety information Cleaning... -
Page 4: Preface
Preface Target group for This operating manual is aimed at trained agriculturists and persons Preface 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.
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Page 9: 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 machine? associated with handling the machine are permitted to operate, service or repair the machine. The necessary knowledge can be gained in the course of agricultural vocational training, professional training or intensive instruction. - Page 10 Safety Switch off the PTO shaft drive when lifting the machine Switch off the PTO shaft drive on the tractor if people could enter the working area of the machine when you • raise the machine to the headland position. Rotating, unprotected parts can damage the machine and cause life- threatening injuries.
- Page 11 Safety 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 be damaged and serious or fatal injuries could be caused. Do not make any modifications to the machine No modifications of any kind may be made to the machine.
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Page 12: 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 13: 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 14: 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 15: 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 16: 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 17: Further Regulations
Safety Further Observe the regulations In addition to the safety information listed above, please observe the regulations following: • Accident prevention regulations. • Generally recognised safety regulations, occupational health requirements and road traffic regulations. • The instructions provided in this operating manual. •... -
Page 18: Getting To Know The Machine
Getting to know the machine Range of This product is classified as replaceable equipment in accordance Getting to know 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 other use, for example, for silo distribution, any form of soil preparation, road sweeping or for the transmission of power to other... -
Page 19: Designation Of Components
Getting to know the machine Designation of components Deflector bar Tine supports Rotor gear Tines Rotor chassis Main frame Transport locking bar Attachment carrier Drive Transport holder for Swath former Sustainer tine supports... -
Page 20: Technical Specifications
Getting to know the machine Technical specifications Dimensions in transport position Transport position [m] Model 6582 6583 Length 3.93 4.23 Height 2.59 2.74 Transport width 1.74 2.14 Distance, lighting equipment [*] 1.45 1.81 Height, lighting equipment [*] 0.88 0.88 Height of bottom reflectors 0.33 0.33 Distance between bottom reflectors... - Page 21 Getting to know the machine Dimensions in work position Work position [m] Model 6582 6583 Length 3.93 4.23 H’’ Height in work position 1.42 1.42 U’ Rotor diameter 3.35 3.65 Working width 4.20 4.60...
- Page 22 Getting to know the machine Weights 6582 6583 Total weight 640 kg 695 kg 176 kg Load supported on sustainer 160 kg Tractor equipment required Output / connections Minimum output of the tractor 40 kW (54 hp) Lighting power supply 12 V, 7-pin plug socket ISO 1724 Hydraulic connections 1 x single-acting hydraulic control device...
- Page 23 Getting to know the machine Machine equipment Model 6582 6583 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...
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Page 24: Centre Of Gravity Considerations
Getting to know the machine Centre of gravity Observe the total weight, axle loads, tyre load-bearing capacity and minimum ballast specifications. considerations The front or rear attachment of machines must not cause the tractor's permissible total weight, its permissible axle load or its tyre load- bearing capacity to be exceeded. - Page 25 Getting to know the machine Calculation The values (A) to (I) can be inserted in the formulas. Ballast with front Calculation of the ballast with front weights for rear-mounted weights machines. D X (I + G) – (B X H) + (0.2 X A X H) Front ballast in kg: F + H Ballast with rear weights...
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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 checklist, 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: Pto Shaft Length
Delivery and assembly PTO shaft length 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 length required on individual tractors. Check the length of the PTO shaft on each tractor prior to first use. - Page 28 Delivery and assembly Shortening the PTO shaft Pull the PTO shaft apart and connect one half to the tractor PTO stub shaft drive and the other half to the machine and secure them. Place the two shaft halves next to each other and: •...
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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 3 point trestle Tractors with quick- release couplings Lower link Catch Follow the instructions for the quick-release coupling Follow the instructions below for tractors with quick-release couplings. If this requirement is ignored, the consequence may be damage to the machine and even life-threatening injuries.
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Page 31: Inserting The Sustainer
Coupling the machine Coupling the top link When coupling the top link, ensure that the hitch pin is correctly fitted (see adjacent illustration). Please note the following (otherwise, the machine may be Hitch with damaged): contact roller With the optional contact roller, insert the hitch pin for the top link into the elongated hole and secure using a safety splint. -
Page 32: Coupling The Pto Shaft
Coupling the machine Coupling the PTO shaft When coupling the PTO shaft, make sure it is in the correct position. Tractor Check whether the PTO shaft must be shortened before coupling. Shorten the PTO shaft if necessary. → »PTO shaft length«, page 27 Check that the tractor's PTO stub shaft is clean and lubricated. -
Page 33: Connecting Hydraulics
Coupling the machine Connecting 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 34: 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 accidental starting and rolling away. -
Page 35: 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 36: Tine Lifting
Preparing for use Tine lifting The time for lifting the tines can be adapted to the crop (early or late lifting). The control cam can be infinitely adjusted. To do this, the Adjusting screw following steps are required. Fully lower the machine. Switch off the tractor and secure it. - Page 37 Preparing for use Basic working depth setting The crank sets the basic working depth setting. This task should only be carried out if the rotors have been completely lowered and the Crank hydraulic system is pressureless. The working depth can be controlled with Hydrolift when in operation on the field.
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Page 38: 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 39 Road transport Observe transport width Observe the permissible transport widths. Put the machine in the transport position and attach lights, warning signs and protective equipment. The driver and keeper of the vehicle are liable for any non-compliance with national traffic regulations. Clean lighting equipment before travelling on the road All lighting equipment must be cleaned before road transport.
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Page 40: Prior To Road Transport
Road transport Prior to road When driving on public roads, the machine must be in the transport position. To prepare the machine for road transport, carry out the transport following steps: »Unlocking the swath former« »Fold in the deflector bar« »Removing the tine supports«... - Page 41 Road transport Fold in the deflector 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. 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 42 Road transport Removing the tine supports Remove any crop and coarse dirt. Transport holder Remove the tine supports from the rotor and secure them in the transport holder (see adjacent illustration). Do not remove one of the tine supports and secure using a rotor securing device.
- Page 43 Road transport Locking the tine supports in the transport holder Loosen and remove the lynch pin from the tine support. Rear hole Pull off the tine support. Tine supports Lynch pin Insert the tine support into the transport holder. Tine supports Secure the tine supports with lynch pins.
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Page 44: Checking The Machine
Road transport Locking the contact roller [+] transport locking device Lock the transport locking device When transporting a raised machine, the transport locking device must be locked. Otherwise, the machine may be damaged. For the optional contact roller [+], secure the top link hitch pins. Move the machine into its transport position. - Page 45 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 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. Switch off the tractor and secure it Before you dismount: Switch off the tractor.
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Page 47: General
Preparations on the field General The following work steps are described in this section: • »Lowering machine to the work position« • »Fitting the tine supports« • »Folding out the deflector bar« • »Adjusting the swath former« Lowering machine to the work position After road transport, the machine is brought into the work position on the field. -
Page 48: Basic Settings
Preparations on the field Basic settings Fitting the tine supports Remove the tine supports from the transport holder. Attach the tine supports to the bushed bearing tube and secure Rear hole with lynch pins. Tine supports Lynch pin Folding out the deflector bar No persons within the slewing range There is an acute risk of injury within the slewing range from... - Page 49 Preparations on the field Locking the swath Lock the swath former former Before use, the swath former must be locked using the retainer on the swath former holder. During use, the swath former can swing back and forth and be caught by the tines. Damage to the swath former may be caused as a result.
- Page 50 Preparations on the field Adjusting the swath The swath former is folded into the correct position when changing from the transport to the work position. former Adjusting the swath former's direction of travel It is possible to adjust the direction of travel of the swath former as follows: Remove the bolts.
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Page 51: 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 52: General
Operation General The following work steps 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 53: 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 54: Swath Deposit
Operation Swath deposit The following swath deposits are possible: Single swath Night swath Swath turning Double swath Multiple swath Driving on headlands The rotor can be raised for crossing swaths that have already been harvested. Raise the machine to the headland position using the tractor's lower link control device. -
Page 55: 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 56: Cleaning
Cleaning and care Cleaning Lower the machine to the work position. After each use, clean the machine of any coarse dirt and crop residues. Do not clean the bearings and piston rods of hydraulic cylinders using a high-pressure cleaner. After cleaning Lubricate all bearings after cleaning. -
Page 57: Parking And Storage
Parking and storage Setting down the When setting down and parking the machine, special safety Parking and storage precautions have to be observed: machine in a secure position Observe the safety information Observe the safety information. Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. -
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 screw joints and tighten the screws. Repair or replace any damaged components. -
Page 59: Maintenance
Maintenance Safety The following applies to all servicing 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 operations 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 servicing work. For all servicing work, the machine must be locked in the work position. If the transport position is required for maintenance work, refer to the relevant instruc- tions 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 screws 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 connections: torques •... - Page 64 Maintenance Tightening torques All screwed connections must be tightened in accordance with the table below, if no other torques are specified. On this machine, bolts for screwed with a minimum quality of "8.8" (can be seen on the bolt head) are connections used.
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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 lubricating nipples and 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. Too much grease will force the bearings apart. -
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 Maintenance Lubricate rotors Check the oil level with the machine horizontal only if there is visible loss of oil. Check the oil level at both rotor gears using the bleed valve. If there is a visible loss of oil, top up to the required volume. Bleed valve View from above Remove all tine supports and the plug under the rotor.
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Page 68: Filling Quantities
Maintenance Filling quantities Check the oil level with the machine horizontal only if there is visible loss of oil. Gear box Open the oil filling screw. Toothed ring Check the oil level. Gear box Oil volume [litres] SAE 90 API-GL-4 Rotor gear Check and top up the oil level Top up the oil until it reaches the gear box toothed ring. -
Page 69: 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 70: Accessories
Accessories You can purchase additional equipment through your dealer. Accessories Tine saver [+] If the tines are broken, the tine saver can prevent the broken-off part from being lost. Any machines following behind, for example straw Tine leg cutters, are then not damaged by lost tines in the crop. The flexible plastic containers can be easily clamped tight and then released again. -
Page 71: Warning Sign Kit [+]
Accessories 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 on the road. Lighting equipment set Tandem trailing axle [+] The optional tandem trailing axles facilitate driving with tight cornering. -
Page 72: 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. Switch off the tractor PTO stub shaft drive. -
Page 73: Circuit Diagrams
Circuit diagrams Hydraulic circuit Circuit diagrams diagram Tractor hydraulics Single-acting control device Pressure line Tank line Ball valve Crank for working depth Cylinder for Hydrolift (working depth) -
Page 74: 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 Connector and socket 7-pin in accordance with ISO 1724 Yellow Black Right indicator Right brake light Earth Left indicator Right rear light White... -
Page 75: 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 76: Ec Conformity Declaration
EC Conformity Declaration Conforms to EC Conformity Declaration EC Directive Kverneland Group Kerteminde AS 2006/42/EC Taarupstrandvej 25 DK-5300 Kerteminde Denmark declare with sole responsibility that the product SwatMaster 4222 / 4622 Andex 424 / 464 9542 / 9546 and its accessories... -
Page 77: Index
Index Index Adjusting Lubrication points Chassis Machine Rotor pitch PTO shafts Tine lifting Tine saver Working depth Adjusting the control cam Machine Putting away after the season Setting down Uncoupling Care Maintenance Check list Lubrication points Road transport Maintenance intervals Checking the scope of delivery Maintenance terms Circuit diagram... - Page 78 Index Adjusting the height Target group Technical specifications 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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