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Operating Instructions Power Harrow Zirkon 12 KA - en - Item no. 17511381 02/03.21 LEMKEN GmbH & Co. KG Weseler Straße 5, 46519 Alpen / Germany Telephone +49 28 02 81 0, Fax +49 28 02 81 220 lemken@lemken.com, www.LEMKEN.com...
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However, this brief instruction is not a substitute for thorough study of the operating instructions. These operating instructions will help to familiarise you with the LEMKEN GmbH & Co. KG device and the options available for using it.
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Remember that you should only use genuine LEMKEN spare parts. Reproduction parts have a negative influence on the function of the device, have a shorter ser- vice life and present risks and hazards that cannot be estimated by LEMKEN GmbH & Co. KG. They also increase the maintenance costs.
CONTENTS General information ....................10 Liability ......................... 10 Guarantee ........................10 Copyright ........................11 Optional accessories ....................11 Type plate ........................12 Symbols used in the Operating Instructions ............14 Hazard classes ......................14 Information........................15 Environmental protection ................... 15 Indication of passages ....................
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Applicable rules and regulations ................30 Operation on public highways ................... 31 3.9.1 Lighting system and identification ................31 3.9.2 Requirements of the tractor ..................31 3.9.3 Check before departure ..................... 32 3.9.4 Correct behaviour in road traffic ................32 3.10 Obligation of the operator ..................
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5.2.18 Track markers ......................52 5.2.19 Safety devices ......................52 5.2.20 Stands ........................52 Using the implement for the first time ..............53 Working depth ......................53 Rear levelling bar ......................53 Track loosener ......................54 Scraper ......................... 54 Preparations on the tractor ..................55 Tractor drawbar ......................
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12 Rollers ........................99 12.1 General ......................... 99 12.2 Setting the scrapers ....................100 12.3 Roller inclination ....................... 100 13 Hydraulic three-point Linkage ................102 13.1 Mounting an implement .................... 102 13.2 Lowering the implements ..................103 13.3 Dismounting the implement ..................103 14 Semi-mounted equipment ..................
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16.4 Check the connections to the tractor ..............112 16.4.1 Hydraulic connections ..................112 16.4.2 Electrical connections ................... 112 16.5 Oil change ........................113 16.5.1 Lubricants for the manual gearbox and the lateral angular gear boxes ....114 16.6 Trough ........................114 16.6.1 Gear trough fans ....................
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18 Driving on public highways ................. 129 18.1 General information ....................129 18.2 Setting the brake force regulator ................129 18.3 Transport ........................131 18.4 Safety devices ......................132 18.5 Feed discs ........................132 18.6 Track markers ......................133 18.6.1 Permitted transport speed ..................
Co. KG, in particular Section IX, shall apply. Liability. In line with the dimensions cited in these conditions the LEMKEN GmbH & Co. KG shall not be held liable for any personal or material damage, when such damage is caused by one or more of the following reasons: ...
Infringements will result in a claim for damages. Optional accessories LEMKEN implements may be equipped with various accessories. The operating instructions below describe both series components and optional accessories. Please note: These accessories will vary depending on the type of equipment.
General information Type plate The implement is marked with a type plate. The type plate is located at the front right of the implement. The operating instructions can apply to va- rious implement types implement equipment. In the operating instructions, contents are marked that are only valid for a certain im- plement type...
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General information 1 Series 2 Type designation 3 Model year 4 Serial number 5 Year of manufacture 6 Vehicle class, subclass, speed index 7 EU type approval number 8 Vehicle identification number. The vehicle identification number is also engraved in the frame near the type plate. 9 Permitted gross weight [kg]* 10 Permissible drawbar load [kg] (axle 0) 11 Permissible axle load [kg] (axle 1)
Symbols used in the Operating Instructions SYMBOLS USED IN THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Hazard classes The following symbols are used in the Operating Instructions for particularly im- portant information: DANGER Denotes an imminent hazard with high risk, which will result in death or severe physical injury, if not avoided.
Symbols used in the Operating Instructions Information Denotes special user tips and other particularly useful or important information for operation and efficient utilisation. Environmental protection Indication of special recycling and environmental protection measures. Indication of passages The following symbols are used for particular passages in the operating instruc- tions: ...
Safety measures and precautions SAFETY MEASURES AND PRECAUTIONS General safety instructions for the operator are specified in the chapter entitled «Safety measures and precautions». At the start of some main chapters the safety instructions, which refer to all work to be carried out in this chapter, are listed to- gether.
The machine is only suitable for the usual agricultural use. Clarify questions of comprehension concerning the contents of these operating instructions before starting work. To do this, contact the LEMKEN sales partner if required. Safety features of the device To protect the operator and the device, the device is equipped with special safety features in accordance with country specific requirements.
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Safety measures and precautions Warning board for slow moving vehicles (depending on Safety chain national regulations) Lateral safety guards Wheel chocks Protection against unauthorised use: K80 Protection against unauthorised use: Drawbar eye...
Safety measures and precautions Safety and warning signs 3.4.1 General information The implement features all equipment which ensures safe operation. If hazardous areas could not be completely secured with respect to operational safety, warning signs are affixed which indicate these resi- dual risks.
Safety measures and precautions 3.4.3 Meaning of warning signs Please familiarise yourself with the meaning of the warning signs. The following explanations provide detailed information. Please read and observe the operating in- structions and safety instructions before starting up the implement for the first time. Before carrying out maintenance or repair work, switch off the engine and remove key.
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Safety measures and precautions Danger of crushing. Danger through moving machine parts. The power takeoff shaft drive-through runs to the right. Do not climb onto the implement. Keep out of the folding area of the device.
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Safety measures and precautions Do not touch any moving machine parts. Wait until they have come to a standstill. Hot surfaces Lock the lifting device Lock the lifting device before travelling on public roads. Unlock the lifting device before operati-...
Safety measures and precautions Special safety instructions Risk of injury due to non-observance of the currently valid occupational safety guidelines If the currently valid occupational safety guidelines are bypassed WARNING or safety equipment is rendered unusable when handling the de- vice, there is a risk of injury.
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Safety measures and precautions Risk of injury when freeing casualties When rescuing people trapped or injured by the device, there is a risk of additional serious injury to the casualty if the hydraulic con- nections were not connected according to their colour coding as described in the section entitled "Required hydraulic equipment".
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Safety measures and precautions Different driving behaviour Mounted or trailed implements change the driving characteristics WARNING of the tractor. The driving characteristics also depend on the ope- rating status, the filling or loading and on the subsoiler. If the dri- ver does not consider changed characteristics, accidents may oc- cur.
Safety measures and precautions Danger areas 3.6.1 Danger areas during implement operation Moving danger area The danger area around the implement moves with the implement during operation. The danger area includes the area extending across the entire width (a) of the implement in the direction of WARNING travel.
Safety measures and precautions 3.6.2 Danger areas when folding and unfolding Risk of impact and crushing from moving implement compo- nents There is a risk of impact or crush injuries from moving implement components. The danger area includes the area extending across the entire width of the implement (a).
Safety measures and precautions Residual risks Residual risks are particular hazards which occur when handling the device and which cannot be eliminated despite a design in accordance with safety require- ments. Residual risks are not usually obvious and may be the source of a potential injury or health hazard.
Safety measures and precautions 3.7.2 Hazard caused by hydraulic systems There is a risk of injury to body parts, in particular the face, eyes and unprotected areas of skin, caused by burns and contamination with hydraulic fluid due to hot/pressurised hydraulic fluid spraying out of leaking joints or lines, ...
Safety measures and precautions Operation on public highways 3.9.1 Lighting system and identification A proper lighting system, identification and equipment must be on the device if it is to be transported on public roads. Further information can be requested from the appropriate authorities.
Safety measures and precautions 3.9.3 Check before departure Check function of implement brakes before driving off. Before driving with the implement raised, lock the control lever, otherwise it may drop and the implement may be unintentionally lowered. Check that the fold-out safety device for the side parts is locked correctly. ...
Safety measures and precautions 3.10 Obligation of the operator Before switching on the device, read the operating instructions. Follow the safety instructions! Wear appropriate protective clothing when carrying out any work on the device. Protective clothing must be tight-fitting! ...
Safety measures and precautions 3.11 Safe use of the implement 3.11.1 General Before starting work, familiarise yourself with all the equipment and controls and how they work. Do not operate the implement unless all the safety guards are in place and cor- rectly positioned.
Safety measures and precautions Switch off the engine. Remove the ignition key. 3.11.2 Personnel selection and qualifications The tractor driver must have the appropriate driving licence. All work on the implement must be carried out by properly trained and instructed personnel.
Safety measures and precautions 3.11.4 Power take-off operation Only cardan shafts specified by the manufacturer may be used. The protective tube and the protective funnel for the cardan shaft, along with the power take-off guard - on the implement side too - must be in place and must be in good condition.
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Safety measures and precautions When the cardan shaft is dismounted, place the protective cover on the power take-off journal. In the event of damage to the implement, rectify the damage immediately be- fore working with it.
Handing over the Implement HANDING OVER THE IMPLEMENT As soon as the implement is delivered, ensure that it corresponds with the order package. Also check the type and completeness of any supplied accessories. When the device is handed over, your dealer will explain how it works. ...
Layout and description Description 5.2.1 Drawbar with drawbar eye or ball-shaped coupling The drawbar has a drawbar eye (1) for a double lashing tractor drawbar or a ball- shaped coupling (2) for hitch balls. Drawbar eyes and ball -shaped couplings are available in both a normal and a long version.
Layout and description 5.2.5 Feed disc The feed disc (1) prevents ridge formation and allows the next pass to be lined up ac- curately. 5.2.6 Tines The specially hardened tines are bolted onto the rotors in the "towing" position (optionally in the "grip" position). Different types of tine are available: ...
Layout and description 5.2.7 Rollers The rollers ensure reconsolidation and additional crumbling of the soil. During op- eration on the field they bear the weight of the implement if the implement has been lowered for work and they ensure exact depth guiding. The weight of the rollers can also support the feed behaviour of the implement.
Layout and description 5.2.9 Axle with wheels The axle (1) is configured as a running ax- le or a braking axle. The wheels (2) are supplied in two different sizes: 560/60-22.5, 1,230x 560 mm – basic equipment 700/50-22.5, 1,270 x 700 mm – recom- mended for the combination with a seed drill 5.2.10 Levelling beam...
Layout and description 5.2.12 Power takeoff shaft drive-through The rotational speed and direction of rota- tion for the power takeoff shaft drive- though (1) corresponds to the rotational speed and direction of rotation for the trac- tor power takeoff shaft. The 1 3/4“ 6-part drive-through serves, e.g.
Layout and description 5.2.15 Without brake system For implements without brake systems, running axles or brake axles without actua- tion devices are used. Safety chain According to national regulations, a safety chain (1) may be required for implements without a brake system. The safety chain is only intended as a safety component.
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Layout and description Double release valve – mano- euvring valve Double release valve – park valve Brake force regulator Brake cylinder Brake lever Guiding screw Holder for guiding screw Brake lever...
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Layout and description Function description Parking brake Only when the guiding screw (8) has been removed and placed and secured in the holder (9), is the parking brake ready for operation. The park valve (3b) is used as the parking brake. Activate parking brake: ...
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Layout and description Shunting a tractor without compressed air supply: Attach the implement to a tractor. Secure the tractor and the implement to prevent them from rolling away. Release the parking brake. Pull out black button on the manoeuvring valve (3a).
Layout and description 5.2.17 Hydraulic braking system The hydraulic braking system comprises the following units: Service brake Parking brake Rapid emergency brake Service brake The tractor's brake valve is used to operate the service brake hydraulically. Brake lever Tension spring Hydraulic ram Function description...
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Layout and description Parking brake The parking brake prevents the implement rolling away. Lever Locking device with locking lever Cable Break away cable (to the tractor) Locking lever Locking lever (5) in lock position Applying the parking brake: Move locking lever (5) to right (lock posi- tion).
Layout and description Rapid emergency brake Driving on public highways: Release the parking brake. Move locking lever (5) to right (lock posi- tion). Connect break away cable (4) to the tractor. If the implement brakes away from the tractor, the break away cable (4) will auto- matically initiate an emergencystop.
Using the implement for the first time USING THE IMPLEMENT FOR THE FIRST TIME CAUTION Gloves must be worn for all adjustment work. Before each use, check that all safety equipment is working properly and use or operate it in accordance with these operating instructions. The following settings must be made so that the implement can be used to its op- timum effect.
Using the implement for the first time Track loosener The height of the track loosener (4) must be set low enough so that it is approx. 5 cm below the surface of the wheel track. In all cases it must be somewhat lower than the tines.
Preparations on the tractor PREPARATIONS ON THE TRACTOR Tractor drawbar The tractor requires a double lashing trac- tor drawbar (1) or a tractor drawbar with a ball head. The permissible drawbar load must be at least 3,000 kg. Pull out the tractor drawbar until dimen- sion A and dimension B are the same.
Preparations on the tractor Hydraulic equipment required The implement is supplied with separate hydraulic connections for each consumer. The protecting caps on the hydraulic connections are coloured and the hydraulic connections themselves are marked al- phanumerically. If the implement has a combination axle, it can be fitted with an additional 6/2-way va- lve on request.
Preparations on the tractor 7.2.1 Semi-mounted implements with separate hydraulic connections Consumer Connection Single- Double- acting acting Tractor / implement Colour Code Supply (yellow) With unpres- Hydraulic motor for fan P6 / T6 Return (white) surised return line Hydraulic folding with hyd- raulic transport locking de- P1 / T1 vice...
Preparations on the tractor 7.2.2 Semi-mounted implements with 6/2-way valve Tractor / imple- Connection con- Single- Double- ment sole acting acting Consumer Colour Code Colour Code Supply Supply (yellow) (yellow) With unpres- Hydraulic motor for fan Return Return surised return (white) (white) line...
Preparations on the tractor Power sources required Damage to electrical components CAUTION The tolerance range for the power supply is between 10 V and 15 V. Overvoltages and undervoltages cause malfunctions and may destroy electrical and electronic components. Ensure that the power supply to the implement is always within the specified tolerance range.
Preparations on the tractor 7.4.1 Air brake system For the air brake system of the implement the tractor must be equipped with a two-hose air brake system with coupling heads according to ISO 1728. 7.4.2 Hydraulic brake system For the hydraulic brake system, the tractor must be fitted with a hydraulic coupling as per ISO 5676.
Preparations on implement PREPARATIONS ON IMPLEMENT Final assembly For transportation-specific reasons, the implement is not always delivered in a ful- ly-assembled condition. Use the implement only when the implement has been fully assembled and a functional check has been performed. Adjusting the traction device Correct adjustment: The troughs of the trailed power harrow...
Coupling and uncoupling implement COUPLING AND UNCOUPLING IMPLEMENT Risk of injury when coupling the device WARNING There is a risk of body parts being crushed between the tractor and device The tractor must be secured against unintentionally rolling away. Never actuate the hydraulic system of the tractor if there are people between the tractor and device.
Coupling and uncoupling implement Attachment Attachment to the tractor can be carried out as follows: Via tractor drawbar and drawbar eye (1) Via tractor drawbar with ball head and ball-shaped coupling (2) Via ball head and ball-shaped coupling ...
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Coupling and uncoupling implement If the height of the drawbar eye or ball-shaped cou- pling cannot be adjusted: Turn the adjusting knurl (4) of the overflow valve (5) clockwise. This allows the hydraulic ram to continue retracting and the height of the draw- bar eye or ball-shaped coupling can be adjusted.
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Coupling and uncoupling implement Remove the cardan shaft (8) from the holder. Connect the cardan shaft to the PTO shaft of the tractor. Secure the pto shaft guard (9) against rotation. Swivel up the holder of the cardan shaft. ...
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Coupling and uncoupling implement To close the shut-off valve (11), pull the handle extension (12) to the front. When driving on public roads: Attach safety guards and lighting equipment. Connect brake hoses. Insert wheel chocks (13) in the holders (14).
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Coupling and uncoupling implement Depending on national regulations, attach the safety chain to the tractor. Always comply with any applicable national regulations. The safety chain must be attached such that: the implement cannot drop onto the ground when it is released from the trac- tor.
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Coupling and uncoupling implement Push the lock (2) away from the hook (3). The lock may also be placed cross- wise. Attach the safety chain (4) to a suffi- ciently robust attachment point on the tractor. Place the safety chain (4) in the hook (3).
Coupling and uncoupling implement Detaching The implement can be parked both when folded in and folded out. In folded in position: Pull out the stands (1) downwards. Secure the stands with pins (2). In folded out position: Before folding out, remove the safety guards (3) and (4).
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Coupling and uncoupling implement To open the shut-off valve (6), push the handle extension (7) to the rear. Lower the implement via the hydraulic ram (8) until the drawbar eye is relieved and no longer rests in the tractor drawbar.
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Coupling and uncoupling implement Swivel down the holder (9) of the cardan shaft (10). Detach the cardan shaft (10) on the trac- tor side. Insert the cardan shaft (10) into the hol- der. Disconnect brake hoses. ...
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Coupling and uncoupling implement Depending on the model and national re- gulations: Release the safety chain (4). To do this, push the pin (5) on the safety chain inwards. Push the lock (6) away from the hook (3).
Operation OPERATION 10.1 Turning at the headland DANGER Risk of damage to components If the implement is not fully raised, there is a danger that compo- nents may be damaged during an improper turn at the headland. Before turning at the headland the implement must be completely raised before turning-in to avoid any damage to the implement.
Operation 10.2 Power take-off The tractor's power take-off may not be switched on until the power harrow has been lowered until it is only a few centime- tres above the ground and the side blades (1) prevent any penetration into the rotat- ing tools.
Operation Fit the lateral protective equipment (3). 10.3.2 Unfolding When unfolding, note the following: The implement should always be parked in the unfolded positi- The safety guards must be removed before unfolding the im- plement. During the unfolding process, the hydraulic locking device o- pens automatically and then the implement unfolds.
Settings SETTINGS Risk of accidents during adjustment work During all adjustment work on the implement there is a risk of crushing, cutting, trapping or knocking the hands, feet or body on heavy parts which may be under spring pressure and/or have sharp edges.
Settings DANGER Switch off the power take-off before carrying out adjustment work. 11.1 PTO shaft 11.1.1 General The PTO shaft (5) must not be fully pushed together at any time during operation. Even when cornering, the profile tubes and protection tubes must always overlap by at least 150 mm.
Settings 11.1.2 Shortening the cardan shaft Pull the two cardan shaft halves apart. Hold the two cardan shaft halves against one another with the shortest possible gap between the tractor and the imple- ment. On the outer protective tube, mark the length you need to cut off.
Settings Hold the cut section of the inner protecti- ve tube (2) over the inner profile tube (9) and cut off the inner profile tube (9) at right angles. Deburr and clean the outer and inner profile tubes. ...
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Settings The control unit consists of the following components: POWER LED = operating voltage is being monitored On/off switch (4) = RPM monitoring is on or off. LED S1 and S2 An optical and acoustic alarm is given if the speed of a PTO shaft drops below 200 rpm.
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Settings Sensors S1 / S2 (6) detect the speed of one or two PTO shafts. Sensors S1 / S2 (6) are located on the PTO shaft. Sensor S3 (7) is located on the power har- row lifting device. If an alarm is triggered: ...
Settings 11.2 Manual gearbox 11.2.1 General Whether you achieve the effect you require will depend on a number of factors in- cluding the operating speed and rotor rpm. Select the lowest possible rpm which will still produce a good result. Too high a rotor rpm will cause unnecessary tine wear and increase fuel consumption.
Settings 11.2.2 Rotor speeds The following rotor speeds are available, depending on PTO speed: Rotor rpm Centre gear- Lateral gearbox (PTO speed 1000) Angular gear- Angular gearbox Gear 1 Gear 2 Manual gearbox Angular gearbox If the overload clutch on the cardan shaft is activated too fre- quently in non-stony soils at a PTO speed of 540 rpm or 750 rpm, a PTO speed of 1000 rpm should be selected with the appropriate gear.
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Settings The recommended operating speed for different rotor speeds should be taken from the diagram below. Recommended working speed depending on rotor speed Rotor speed per minute The rotor speed can be changed using the shifting lever. The 1000 rpm power take-off speed should always be selected. If a power take-off speed of 540 rpm or 750 rpm is used, then the input torque increases by 85 % or by 33 % and it does so at the same power transfer.
Settings 11.3 Working depth The working depth of the power harrow is determined by the effect you want to achieve. In general, the power harrow should work as shallowly as possible. At the shallowest working depth setting, the power harrow is wider than 3 m when in the transport position.
Settings 11.3.2 Hydraulic adjustment - not possible in combination with a seed drill - Use the tractor spool valve to adjust the working depth via the hydraulic rams (1). 11.4 Blade tines The tines (1) can easily be replaced by hand as follows.
Settings Hard-faced tines can be hard-faced on either the drag side or the grade side, as required. The opposite cutting side of the tines is specially hardened rather than hard-faced. 11.5 Blade tines with a quick-change system After the locking bar (2) has been re- leased, the tines (1) can be changed easily by hand using a no.
Settings 11.6 Changing the direction of rotation of the rotors Always switch off the tractor PTO and tractor engine before chan- ging the direction of rotation. The direction of rotation of the rotors can be changed by moving the gearbox (1) sideways.
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Settings Check that the discs (6) have engaged. Screw in the centring nuts (4) slightly. Tighten the centring nuts (4) to a torque of 240 Nm using a 30 mm spanner. Replace the protecting caps (3). CAUTION ...
Settings 11.7 Side blade Move the side blade into the working position before working with it. The height of the spring-mounted side blades (2) is to be adjusted such that they cover the rotating tools completely. When worn they must be lowered accordingly. Once they have been lowered, tighten the bolts (3) again.
Settings 11.9 Wheelmark eradicator Wheelmark eradicators (1) can be mounted on the carrier (2). The wheelmark eradicators can be relocated at the side and their depth adjusted. 11.9.1 Relocation at the side Adjust the wheelmark eradicator (1) to the bout of the tractor as follows: ...
Settings 11.9.2 Adjusting the working depth The wheelmark eradicators are set to ap- prox. 5 cm deeper than the bout of the tractor. Adjust the working depth of the wheelmark eradicator as follows: Raise the implement to relieve the load- ing on the wheelmark eradicator (1).
Settings 11.10 Feed discs The feed discs (1) prevent damming, facilitating precision during the next run. Mount the feed disc (1) console (2) on the outside of the bracket (3). 11.10.1 Relocation at the side On the bracket (3), move the feed disc (1) to the required working width.
Settings 11.11 Protective equipment To ensure safe operation, the protective equipment must always remain on the implement. with levelling beam (1) and roller (2) without levelling beam Mount the additional protective tube (3).
Settings 11.12 Stop bolts Stop bolts (1) are used to adjust the basic frame and the folded implement so that the side sections are vertical when they are in the transport position and do not knock against a mounted seed drill. This ensures that the implement does not exceed the maximum permissible transport width of 300 cm.
Settings 11.13 Levelling beam CAUTION Before adjusting the levelling beam, always move the side blade into the working position. The circular spike harrow can be equipped at the rear or front with a levelling beam (1). 11.13.1 Rear-mounted levelling beam Set the levelling beam (1) using the rough- turning gauge (2) so that the lower edge of the levelling beam is about 2 cm over the...
Settings 11.14 Track markers CAUTION Before operating the track markers, always make sure that no persons are present in the danger zone. To ensure the implement runs more pre- cisely track-to-track, especially in combina- tion with a seed drill, track markers are available that can be bolted onto the carri- ers (2).
Settings Distance from middle of Distance from outer seeding Zirkon 12 K / 12 KA seed drill to the track groove coulter 400 cm 200 cm + ½ row distance 450 cm 225 cm + ½ row distance 500 cm 250 cm + ½...
Rollers ROLLERS 12.1 General The implement can be fitted with a variety of rollers: Tube bar roller RSW 540 Trapeze packer roller TPW 500, TPW 600 Trapeze disc roller TSW 500 Rubber ring roller GRW 590 ...
Rollers 12.2 Setting the scrapers The adjustable scrapers (1) are adjusted by means of a bolt (2). Loosen the bolt (2). Set the bolt (3) to the position required. Tighten the bolt (2). See «Tightening torques, page 125». 12.3 Roller inclination If necessary, the inclination of trapeze rollers TPW and TSW, toothed packer rol-...
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Rollers After adjusting the tilt: Check the position of the levelling bar. Re-adjust the levelling bar if necessary. See "Levelling beam , page 96".
Hydraulic three-point Linkage HYDRAULIC THREE-POINT LINKAGE 13.1 Mounting an implement The soil cultivation implement with com- bined semi-mounted equipment is availa- ble with hydraulic three-point linkage (1) of category II for mounting an implement, e.g. a seed drill with own chassis. The mounted implement is connected to the lower link unit (2) of the three-point linkage via a rail shaft and secured by...
Hydraulic three-point Linkage 13.2 Lowering the implements The implement is lowered as follows: Open stop valve (7) of the hydraulic cylinder (5) when tractor spool valve is closed Switch tractor spool valve from the tractor seat to lowering and lower imple- ment carefully.
Semi-mounted equipment SEMI-MOUNTED EQUIPMENT 14.1 Tyres Danger due to incorrect air pressure Excessive air pressure in the tyres may cause the tyres to burst, whereas insufficient air pressure may cause overloading of the WARNING tyres. This will have a negative influence on accurate follow-on of the implement.
Put the implement out of operation PUT THE IMPLEMENT OUT OF OPERATION 15.1 Shutting down the implement in an emergency In an emergency shut down the implement via the tractor. Switch the tractor engine off. Remove the ignition key. Damage caused by improper storage of the implement If incorrectly or improperly stored, the implement may be dam- CAUTION...
Maintenance and repairs MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 16.1 Special safety instructions 16.1.1 General Risk of injury when carrying out maintenance and repair work There is always the risk of injury when carrying out maintenance and repair work. WARNING Use suitable tools, suitable climbing aids, platforms and support elements.
Maintenance and repairs 16.1.4 Immobilise the implement for maintenance and repairs Risk of accidents when tractor starts up Injuries may occur if the tractor starts moving during maintenance and repair work. Switch off the tractor engine before carrying out any work on the WARNING implement.
Maintenance and repairs 16.1.7 Working under the raised device Risk of accident due to lowering and extending of compo- nents and devices It is extremely dangerous to work under raised or next to retracted components and devices. WARNING Always secure the tractor to prevent it from rolling away. ...
Maintenance and repairs Risk of accident due to tool slipping off If applying a large force, e.g. when loosening bolts, the tool may WARNING slip off. This may result in hand injuries on sharp-edged parts. Avoid applying a large force by using suitable auxiliary equip- ment (e.g.
Replace damaged or defective hydraulic hoses im- mediately. The hydraulic hoses must be replaced 6 years after the date of manufacture at the latest. Only used hydraulic hoses approved by Lemken. Check that all safety equipment is functioning pro- Safety equipment perly.
Maintenance and repairs 16.3.3 Weekly check Check What to do? Tighten all screws and nuts on the implement to Screw connections the appropriate tightening torque. If necessary, secure the screw connections with screw locking devices. See section entitled “Tightening torques”. 16.3.4 Annual inspection Check What to do?
Maintenance and repairs 16.4 Check the connections to the tractor 16.4.1 Hydraulic connections Risk of accidents due to escaping hydraulic fluid Hydraulic fluid which is ejected under high pressure (hydraulic oil) WARNING can penetrate the skin and cause serious injuries. In the event of injuries, consult a doctor immediately.
Maintenance and repairs 16.5 Oil change Before changing the oil or checking the oil level, ensure that the implement is un- folded, horizontal and parked on level ground. The oil level in the gearbox should be che- cked every day. The oil must always come up to the oil le- vel plug (3) on each gearbox.
Maintenance and repairs 16.5.1 Lubricants for the manual gearbox and the lateral angular gear boxes Only the following lubricants should be used with the machine: Middle angular gear box Manual gearbox Lateral angular gear bo- 7.5 l synthetic oil 7.5 l synthetic oil 1.8 l synthetic oil Mobil SHC 632 Mobil SHC 632...
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Maintenance and repairs Fluid grease The following quantities of fluid grease (item number 877 1595) must be used when changing the fluid grease: Zirkon 12/400 K / KA = 22 l for each power harrow unit (total of 44 l) Zirkon 12/450 K / KA = 25 l for each power harrow unit (total of 50 l) Zirkon 12/500 K / KA = 27 l for each power harrow unit (total of 54 l) Zirkon 12/600 K / KA = 33 l for each power harrow unit (total of 66 l)
Maintenance and repairs 16.6.1 Gear trough fans The gear trough fans (1) contain a filter (2). Clean this filter (2) at least once during the season depending on the degree of soiling, using compressed air, water or a specialist cleaning agent. 16.7 Fan on centre gearbox The fan (2) on the centre gearbox is inside...
Maintenance and repairs 16.8 Lubricating The lubrication points must be lubricated with a universal grease according to the maintenance schedule. Lubrication schedule every 25 every 50 before the winter after the winter break break Operating hours a) Bearing of the track marker discs (2x) b) Arm of the track marker (4x)
Maintenance and repairs * We recommend that the cardan shafts should be lubricated eve- ry 8 operating hours. 16.8.1 Overview of lubricating points a) Bearing, track marker disc b) Arm, track marker c) Feed disc d) Hydraulic three-point linkage...
Maintenance and repairs 16.9 Braking system All maintenance on the braking system must be carried out by a specialist work- shop or trained and properly instructed technicians. 16.10 Draining the compressed air tank The condensation water must be drained out of the compressed air tank (2) regu- larly.
Maintenance and repairs 16.11 Cleaning filter on the coupling head Only implements with type- approved air brake system: The yellow coupling head with cover is fit- ted with a filter. Detach implement. Uncouple brake hose from the tractor. ...
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Maintenance and repairs Remove screw-in plug (1), spring (2), filter screen (3) and disc (4). Clean filter screen. Blow out filter screen with compressed air. Replace heavily soiled or damaged filter screens. Insert screw-in plug, spring, filter screen and disc into housing of the coupling head.
Maintenance and repairs 16.12 Rotor bearings The bearings of the rotors must be che- cked regularly fore play to prevent damage of the gears and the transmission pan. Check the bearings of the rotors up to 1000 operating hours every 200 operating hours ...
Maintenance and repairs 16.14 Tightening torques 16.14.1 General Secure self-locking nuts that have been loosened against working themselves loose again by: Replacing them against new self-locking nuts Using lock washers Using locking compounds such as Loctite The tightening torques set out below refer to screw connections that are not specifically mentioned in these operating instructions.
Maintenance and repairs 16.14.3 Wheel bolts and wheel nuts Diameter / thread [Nm] M18 x 1,5 M20 x 1,5 M22 x 1,5 16.15 Tines Replace worn tines in good time. Risk of accidents if the implement drops There is a risk of fatal injury when carrying out work under raised components or implements, or next to components or implements WARNING that have been swivelled inwards:...
Porouse or defective hydraulic hoses must be changed immediately. Use hydraulic hoses only, which are accepted by Lemken! Important: Do not clean this implement with a Pressure Washer during the first 6 weeks. After this time a minimum nozzle distance of 60 cm must be...
Troubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTING Before carrying out troubleshooting, it is essential to ensure that CAUTION the implement is parked on the ground the power take-off and tractor engine are switched off the ignition key is removed. Only then can the fault be repaired. 17.1 General information Fault...
Driving on public highways DRIVING ON PUBLIC HIGHWAYS 18.1 General information A proper lighting system, identification and equipment must be on the implement, if it is to be transported on public roads. The country-specific valid laws and regu- lations pertaining to driving on public roads must be observed. 18.2 Setting the brake force regulator The brake force regulator has seven ad-...
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Driving on public highways 40 km/h Actual axle load [kg] Rolling circumference of Setting tyres [3580 mm - 3675 mm]* From 1 (locked) 1 (locked) 1 (locked) 1 (locked) 2301 3100 2 (locked) 3101 4100 4101 5300 5301 7000 7001 8500 8501 10000...
Driving on public highways 18.3 Transport For transport: Lift the power harrow with the lifting arm (1) until the headstock is resting against the rubber buffers (2). Fold the power harrow. Pull the handle extension (4) forwards to close the shut-off valve (3).
Driving on public highways 18.4 Safety devices The safety devices (1) must be attached when driving on public roads. If the rotary harrow is equipped with a tooth packing roller, this must be secured by means of safety devices (2). ...
Driving on public highways 18.6 Track markers For transport, the track marker arms (4) must be folded in by means of the hyd- raulic cylinder (5) and secured. Track marker secured. The locking Track marker unlocked. The locking pin (6) is in the hole (7). pin (6) is in the hole (8).
Do not exceed the weights. Take into account the implement weights and the de- sign of the braking systems. Take into account national regulations and laws. Implements with compressed air brake (with EU type approval, 40 km/h) Zirkon 12 KA Drawbar load (A-0) [kg] 3000...
Noise, Airborne Sound NOISE, AIRBORNE SOUND The noise level of the implement does not exceed 70 dB (A) during work. NOTES As the version of equipment is depending from the order, the equipment of your implement and its description concerned may deviate in some cases. To ensure a continuously updating of the technical features, we reserve the right to modify the design, equipment and technique.
Index INDEX Attachment ......................63 Blade tines ......................86 Brake cylinder ..................... 49 Cardan shaft...................... 127 Changing the direction of rotation of the rotors ............ 88 Detaching ......................69 Fan on centre gearbox ..................116 Feed discs ......................93 First time use ....................... 53 Gear trough ......................
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