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9032 Operator's manual Original operator's manual Edition 06.2014 Date of print 10.2021 Language Machine number VF65892140 – Model VF6589 Document number VF16645560.EN...
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Table of contents Table of contents Preface ............Operation ........... Target group for this operator's manual Safety Symbols used General Crop processing Safety ............Swathing For your safety Driving on headlands Who is allowed to operate the machine? General safety information Cleaning and care ........
Preface Target group for this Preface Simplified illustrations for better understanding operator's manual Illustrations of the machine in the operator's manual are shown without protective equipment – or with the protective equipment open – for better understanding. Be sure to observe the safety information and follow the handling instructions in the operator's manual.
Preface Symbols used In this operator's manual, the following symbols and terms have been used: • A bullet point accompanies each item in a list. A triangle indicates operating functions which must be performed. An arrow indicates a cross-reference to other sections of this manual.
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Preface Switch on the tractor. Switch off the tractor engine, put the parking brake in the park position, remove the ignition key and secure the tractor against rolling away. Open the ball valve. Close the ball valve. The grease gun indicates the points that must be lubricated using the grease gun.
Safety For your safety Familiarise yourself with your equipment and its limitations. Read the Safety entire manual before attempting to put the machine into operation and to use it. This chapter contains general safety instructions. Each chapter of the operator's manual contains additional specific safety information which is not described here.
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...
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Safety Meaning of warning signs Read the operator's manual Read and observe the operator's manual and the safety instructions before using the machine for the first time. The machine must not be used for the first time until the operator's manual has been read and understood.
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Safety Securing the rotor Secure the rotor in the transport position. The rotor may turn unexpectedly due to centrifugal forces. Otherwise, serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result. PTO shaft speed 540 rpm The specified maximum PTO shaft speed of 540 rpm must not be exceeded.
Safety Who is allowed to Only qualified personnel 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.
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Safety No persons in the working area Ensure that no persons – children in particular – are present in the slewing and working area of the machine. Persons could be caught by the machine within this area. Fatal injury may be caused as a result. Correct working conditions Ensure that the tractor and the machine are always in perfect working condition.
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Safety No riding on the machine Persons or objects must never be transported on the machine. Carrying passengers – particularly children – on the machine is life- threatening and prohibited. Serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result. Safety for children Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
Safety Maximal PTO shaft speed: 540 rpm The specified maximum PTO shaft speed of 540 rpm must not be exceeded. A higher PTO shaft speed will damage the machine. Unrestricted field of vision to the rear After it has been coupled, ensure that you have an unrestricted view of the machine, in both its work and transport positions.
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.
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.
Safety Check the immediate vicinity Check the area immediately surrounding the machine before driving off, and continually during operation. Make sure that you have an adequate view. Only begin work when the immediate vicinity is cleared of any persons or objects. Serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result.
Safety Care and maintenance Observe the care and maintenance intervals Observe the periods specified in the operator's manual for recurrent 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.
Safety Distance from the Observe the total weight, axle loads, tyre load-bearing capacity and minimum ballast specifications. centre of gravity 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.
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Safety Calculation The values (A) to (I) can be inserted in the formulas. Ballast with front weights Calculation of the ballast with front weights for rear-mounted machines. D · (I + G) – (B · H) + (0.2 · A · H) Front ballast in kg: F + H Ballast with rear weights...
Safety Further regulations Observe the regulations In addition to the safety information listed above, observe the following: • Regional accident prevention regulations. • Generally recognised safety regulations, occupational health requirements and road traffic regulations. • The instructions provided in this operator's manual. •...
Getting to know the machine Range of application This product is classified as replaceable equipment in accordance Getting to know the machine with EC directive 2006/42/EC. 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...
Getting to know the machine Designation of components Rotor securing Guard bar Tine supports Rotor gear Tines Rotor chassis device Main frame Transport locking device for the support wheel [+] Transport holder for Three-point Drive Parking Swath former tine supports linkage stand...
Getting to know the machine Technical specifica- tions Dimensions in transport position Model VF6589 3.12 m (10.24 ft) Length 1.60 m (5.25 ft) Height 1.58 m (5.19 ft) Transport width Height of bottom reflectors 0.68 m (2.23 ft) Distance between bottom reflectors 0.82 m (2.69 ft) Track 1.47 m (4.83 ft)
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Getting to know the machine Dimensions in work position Model VF6589 3.12 m (10.24 ft) Length 2.50 m (8.21 ft) Clearing width 3.20 m (10.50 ft) Working width...
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Getting to know the machine Weights Model VF6589 Total weight 320 kg (706 lbs) Load supported on lower link 50 kg (111 lbs) Tractor equipment required Output / connections Minimum output of the tractor 20 kW (28 hp) Lighting power supply 12 V, 7-pin plug socket ISO 1724 Maximum PTO shaft speed 540 rpm...
Getting to know the machine Machine equipment Model VF6589 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 supports Standard Rotor height adjustment Mechanical Tine saver Crank extension –...
Delivery and assembly Checking the scope of Delivery is in the fully assembled state Delivery and assembly The machine is delivered fully assembled. Using the check list, check delivery the loose parts on delivery. If any parts of the machine have not been fitted or are missing, please contact your dealer.
Delivery and assembly Length of PTO shaft 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.
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Delivery and assembly Shortening the PTO shaft Pull the PTO shaft apart and connect one half to the tractor PTO shaft drive and one to the machine and secure them. Place the two shaft halves next to each other and: •...
Coupling the machine Safety Coupling the machine Observe the safety information Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 7. Increased risk of injury When the machine is being coupled to the tractor, there is an increased risk of injury.
Coupling the machine Coupling the three- The machine is equipped ex-factory for coupling to the three-point linkage of category I and category II tractors. point linkage Adjusting the hitch For use on category I tractors, proceed as follows: Remove the split pin on the first clevis of the three-point linkage (cf. illustration).
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Coupling the machine Tractors without quick- The following applies to all tractors, with or without quick-release couplings: release coupling Reverse the tractor with lower links lowered until the hooks on the lower link are below the machine's hitch pins. ...
Coupling the machine Inserting the parking stand After coupling, insert the parking stand. Switch off the tractor engine, put the parking brake in the park position, remove the ignition key and secure the tractor against rolling away. Pull out the safety splint on the parking stand. ...
Coupling the machine Coupling the PTO shaft Make sure that you fit the PTO shaft in the correct installation position. There is a marking on the guard tube of the PTO shaft. Do not use force When coupling the PTO shaft, do not use a hammer or any similar tools.
Coupling the machine Connecting the Checking 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, damage to the machine may be caused as a result.
Preparing for use Safety The following applies to all preparations for operation: Preparing for use Observe the safety information Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 7. Secure the machine Secure the machine against accidental starting and rolling away. Use wheel chocks.
Preparing for use General The following applies when performing all adjustment work: Check the tyre pressures. Secure the machine. Lower the machine to the work position. Undo appropriate bolts and/or screws. Make the required adjustment. ...
Preparing for use Machine pitch For improved pick-up of the crop, use the top link to incline the machine further to the front. Using the top link, incline the machine further to the front until the crop is picked up cleanly. Rotor pitch The rotors are inclined at an angle to the chassis so that the crop is picked up in the clearing area.
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Preparing for use Adjusting the rotor pitch It is possible to adjust the position of the rotors laterally to the direction of travel. Remove the tine supports via the wheel carrier. Undo the eye bolts on the chassis. ...
Preparing for use Working depth The working depth is manually adjusted on the chassis using an eccentric. Adjust the working depth as follows: Fully lower the machine using the hydraulic control device. Eccentric Switch off the tractor engine, put the parking brake in the park position, remove the ignition key and secure the tractor against rolling away.
Preparing for use Slope locking mechanism [+] The optional slope locking mechanism improves ground contact when travelling on hills and ensures that the rotor gathers the crop reliably, even on hillside locations. Slope locking mechanism active: Fully screw in the spindle. Slope locking mechanism off: ...
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 Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 7.
Road transport Prior to road transport When driving on public roads, the machine must be in the transport position. Clean the machine before travelling on the road Before travelling on the road, remove all coarse dirt, crop residues and clods of earth from the machine and clean it. Crops or dirt that drop onto the road can cause slippery road conditions.
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Road transport Folding in the guard bar Right guard bar 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. Pressure spring Before removing the tine supports, move all the protective devices...
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Road transport Removing the tine For road transport, all tine supports (with the exception of the centre tine supports) are removed and stowed in the transport holder. supports Remove any crop and coarse dirt. Rear hole Loosen the lynch pin on the tine support. ...
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Road transport Securing the rotor Secure the rotor against turning using the locking spring. Locking spring Press the locking spring together and slide it through the holes on the frame. When doing so, ensure that the locking spring engages in the lower section of the frame, and secures the rotor onto the tine arm.
Road transport Locking the transport locking device for the support wheel [+] Lock the transport locking device When transporting a raised machine, the transport locking device must be locked. Otherwise, damage to the machine may be caused as a result. For the optional support wheel [+], secure the top link hitch pin.
Road transport Checking the machine Prior to driving on the road, check the machine against the check list: Guard bar folded in? Tractor control system for hydraulics is "OFF"? Tractor's PTO shaft drive is "OFF"? Locks checked for firm seating? ...
Preparations on the field Safety The following applies for all preparations on the field: Preparations on the field Observe the safety information Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 7. Switch off the tractor and secure it Before you dismount: ...
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Preparations on the field Switch on the tractor. Lower the lower link until the machine rests on the wheels. Switch off the tractor engine, put the parking brake in the park position, remove the ignition key and secure the tractor against rolling away.
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Preparations on the field Releasing the rotor Remove the locking spring on the rotor. Locking spring Press the locking spring together and remove it so that the rotor can turn. Locking spring Unlocking the transport locking device for the support wheel [+] ...
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...
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Preparations on the field Folding out the guard bar 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 tine supports have been fitted, all protective devices must be moved from transport to work position.
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Preparations on the field Adjusting the swath former The swath former is folded into the correct position when changing from the transport to the work position. Adjusting the swath former in relation to the direction of travel It is possible to adjust the direction of travel of the swath former as follows: ...
Operation Safety Operation Observe the safety information Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 7. No riding on the machine Persons or objects must never be transported on the machine. Carrying passengers – particularly children – on the machine is life-threatening and prohibited.
Operation General The following work steps are described in this section: • »Crop processing« • »Driving on headlands« Suitable working speeds Select a driving speed (approx. 4 to 12 km/h / 2.5 to 7.5 mph) at which the crop is picked up cleanly and completely. The working speed depends on the machine settings and the particular crop.
Operation Swathing No persons in the working area Ensure that no persons – children in particular – are present in the slewing and working area of the machine. Persons could be caught by the machine within this area. Fatal injury may be caused as a result.
Operation Working speed Avoid crossing over swathes As a general rule, avoid crossing over swathes. The crop is distributed unevenly and the machine is subjected to abrupt stresses. Otherwise, damage to the machine may be caused as a result. Allow ample space when driving around obstacles Obstacles must be circumnavigated in good time and at a distance.
Operation Driving on headlands Observe the contour of the terrain Pay even more attention when driving on an incline. Avoid inclines on which the combination (tractor and machine) could slip or overturn. There is an increased risk of tipping and injury in a position at right angles to the direction of the slope.
Cleaning and care Safety The following applies to all cleaning and care work: Cleaning and care Observe the safety information Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 7. Secure the machine • Switch off the PTO shaft drive.
Cleaning and care General The following work steps are described in this section: • »Cleaning« • »Care« Cleaning Switch off the tractor PTO shaft drive. Using the hydraulic control device, fold the machine into its work position. Leave the machine coupled to the tractor's lower links. ...
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 Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 7.
Parking and storage Uncoupling the machine To uncouple the machine from the tractor, proceed as follows: Switch off the tractor PTO shaft drive. Set the machine down on a firm, level surface and lower it to the work position. ...
Maintenance Safety The following applies to all servicing work: Maintenance Observe the safety information Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury. See chapter »Safety«, page 7. Requirements for maintenance work Only perform the maintenance operations if you have the required expert knowledge and suitable tools.
Maintenance Protective measures when Additives in oils and lubricants may have adverse effects on health. As marking in accordance with the hazardous goods regulation is not handling oils or lubricants necessary, please always ensure the following: 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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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.
Maintenance Screwed connections On this machine, bolts with a minimum quality of "8.8" (can be seen on the bolt head) are used. Tightening screws All bolts must be retightened: • After the first 5 hours of operation. • According to the frequency of use. •...
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Maintenance Special tightening torques Observe the special tightening torques for the following screwed connections: • Spring tines: 90 Nm (67 ft.lbs). 90 Nm Spring tines • Wheel nuts on the rotor chassis: 20 Nm (15 ft.lbs). 20 Nm M 12 wheel nut...
Maintenance Lubrication points for grease lubrication Working with the brush The points marked with a brush symbol should be regularly checked to ensure they move freely and lightly greased with the brush as required. Re-grease each time after cleaning. Ends of the tine supports...
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Maintenance Working with a grease gun Working with a grease gun Before applying the grease gun: • Clean grease fittings on the machine and gun fittings on the grease gun. 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.
Maintenance Lubricating the PTO The PTO shaft manufacturer's own operator's manual is included with each PTO shaft. This includes detailed information on the relevant shafts version of the PTO shaft. Check the guard components Check all guard components of the PTO shafts for wear or damage (visual inspection).
Maintenance Filling quantities Observe the correct fill quantities Observe the correct lubricant fill quantities. Check them regularly. A lubricant level which is too low or too high may result in damage to the machine. The rotor gear is equipped with a continuous oil lubrication system. Check the lubricants if there is visible loss of lubricant when the machine is in a horizontal position –...
Accessories Optional additional equipment does not form part of the standard Accessories scope of delivery, and, in this manual, is indicated by a plus symbol [+]. Additional equipment is available to order from your dealer. Tine saver For a good swath deposit, both tine legs must run parallel to one another.
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Accessories Tandem axles The optional tandem axles make for smoother running of the machine and improved contour guidance. The tandem axles replace the running wheels. Separate assembly instructions are supplied. Long stub axle pointing forward in direction of travel. Ensure that the running direction of the tandem axles is correct.
Fault elimination Troubleshooting Faults can often be eliminated quickly and easily. Before contacting Fault elimination Customer Service, refer to the table to check whether you can remedy the fault yourself. In case of a fault, proceed as follows: Immediately stop operation. •...
Circuit diagrams Lighting circuit Circuit diagrams 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...
Decommissioning Disposal 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.
Original EC Conformity Declaration Original EC Conformity Declaration Kverneland Group Kerteminde AS Taarupstrandvej 25 DK-5300 Kerteminde Denmark declare with sole responsibility that the product Vicon Andex 323 Type plate and CE marking Kubota RA1032 Kverneland 9032 in all equipment variants and its...
Index Index Uncoupling Maintenance Adjusting Lubrication points Chassis Screwed connections Rotor pitch Maintenance intervals Working depth Care Protective measures Check list Operation Road transport Checking the scope of delivery Circuit diagram Hydraulics Preparation for road transport Lighting equipment Transport position Cleaning Preparations on the field Conformity Declaration...
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