Rabe KORMORAN PF VHA 180 Operating Instructions Manual

Semi-mounted reversible single wheel plough, hydraulic working width adjustment, in-furrow ploughing

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

( T R A N S L AT I O N O F T H E O R I G I N A L O P E R AT I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S F R )

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KORMORAN PF V 180 / PF VHA 180

Semi-mounted reversible single wheel plough,

hydraulic working width adjustment

In-furrow ploughing

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Page 1 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ( T R A N S L AT I O N O F T H E O R I G I N A L O P E R AT I N G I N S T R U C T I O N S F R ) Serial no.
Page 3 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 UICK START Quick start KORMORAN PF VHA 180 - Safety stop placed on the wheel unit. Preparing the tractor - With the implement lowered, check that there is no possibility Check the pressure of the tyres.
Page 5 ABLE OF CONTENTS Length of the lifting links ........21 INT R OD U CTIO N Position of the stabilisers ........22 Top link............22 Hitching and unhitching ....... 23 Instructions ..........7 Hitching the implement to the tractor ....23 Product documentation ........7 6.1.1 Tractor equipped with link arms with ﬁxed ball Explanation of symbols ........7...
Page 6 ABLE OF CONTENTS 10.6 Set the working depth with the disc coulter..42 MA IN T EN A N CE 10.7 Disc coulter - lateral overlap adjustment .....42 10.7.1 Adjustment - Flat leg .........42 10.7.2 Adjustment - Round leg ......43 10.8 Disc coulter - adjust the pivot arm end stop ..43 Protection of the environment ......
Page 7 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL INTRODUCTION 1.4.2 Location of type plate NSTRUCTIONS Product documentation This manual forms an integral part of the implement, and in the event of sale, it must be passed on with the implement in compliance with the applicable regulations.
Page 8 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL Depressurise the hydraulic circuit before connecting or AFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND disconnecting the hydraulic couplings. RULES Connect or disconnect the electrical connections. Completely lower the implement to the ground, position the Safety instructions support leg(s) of the implement before unhitching it.
Page 9 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL Take all required precautions before leaving the tractor. Apply of threads being torn or spontaneous unscrewing. the parking brake, stop the engine and take out the ignition key. When working alone, the operator must be in his cab and may never leave his seat.
Page 10 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL 2.1.9 Safety stickers CAUTION: IMPORTANT: Take care not to damage the safety stickers when Replace damaged or missing stickers. washing the implement. Locations of the safety stickers. Legend "25" sticker "Crushing hazard zone"...
Page 11 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL Explanation of stickers Sticker Description Sticker Description Truck loading zone Location of implement's loading points. Crushed feet zone UI 1852 Maintain a safe distance from all moving parts. Crushing hazard zone Never work in a zone where there is a risk of UI 1857 crushing while the parts are able to move.
Page 12 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL ESCRIPTION OF THE IMPLEMENT General views Legend Coupling yoke Wheel unit, lifting cylinder and accumulator Locking handle Wheel alignment arm Turnover system 10 Implement frame Offset cylinder Stabilisation bar Ploughing elements 12 Offset compass Additional bodies (optional) 13 Front support legs...
Page 13 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL Technical speciﬁcations Part Headstock Pivoting on cardan joint, 110° turning angle. Reinforced hitch Quick coupler cat. II-III. Reinforced hitch Quick coupler cat. III-IV. Rack and pinion turnover system. Frame or one rear). "Z-form"...
Page 14 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL Technical characteristics - slatted body Body Approx. max. Working Weight Description designation working width depth cm to approx. BP-331 WS One-part share, comprising a hard coating or a reversible point BP-322 PS One-part share, comprising a hard coating or a reversible point BP-323 PS...
Page 15 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL Advantages of the system Rack and pinion assembly Smooth operation: - No jerks during turnover. Can be stopped and / or reversed at any time without any risk for the implement or the tractor. Wheel steering control: - By operating the turnover system, the operator can control the wheel angle and thus steer the implement.
Page 16 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL Principle of operation 3.10 Hydraulic weight transfer When working with a semi-mounted plough, there is always a control (optional) load passing through the top link (the pin is never loose). This Unhitched position lift and the front wheels slip.
Page 17 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL Extensions (optional) The wheel unit The implement is available, as standard, in 5-, 6- or 7-furrow The wheel is overhanging, positioned opposite the front of the last body. Legend Hydro-pneumatic accumulator Adjusting screw Hydraulic cylinder Single-wheeled implements are equipped with a (single side-arm)
Page 18 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL Working width Fin coulter (Optional) Legend Fin coulter Legend the implement's mouldboard. Working width adjusting cylinder The cylinder (1) adjusts the working width between 12" and Deﬂector (Optional) 20" (0.30 to 0.50 m per body). It controls a dual linkage system located outside the frame.
Page 19 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL 4.10 Safety devices Safety devices can be either mechanical or pneumatic. 4.10.1 Mechanical safety device Legend Link arm Swivel shoe The hydraulic safety device uses a link arm (1) provided with a A shear bolt protects against any risk of damage to the link arm plough body against any risk of damage due to overload.
Page 20 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL 5.2.2 Tyre spacing REPARING THE TRACTOR Required tractive power The power required to tow your implement varies according to (tyres, front ballast, etc.). For additional information, consult your dealer. Number Power for medium Power for heavy of bodies...
Page 21 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL Length of the lifting links Legend We Tractor dead weight Front lifting capacity of unladen tractor Legend Rear lifting capacity of unladen tractor Raised position Lowered position Distance between centre of gravity of front-mounted implement The length of the link arms determines the balance of the hitch and the front bearing axle and the position of the lifting cylinders while working (ensures...
Page 22 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL Position of the stabilisers Top link. Legend Length A Length B Legend Operating clearance Before hitching the implement, make sure that the thread lengths Pins (1 and 2) on each side of the top link are identical. Tie rod IMPORTANT: Excess grease inside the top link can block the link...
Page 23 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL CAUTION: ITCHING AND UNHITCHING Before proceeding to connect the top link, make sure the space between the implement yoke and Hitching the implement to the there is no possibility of contact between the raised tractor position and the working position.
Page 24 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL Once the lower link arms are properly hitched, raise the 6.1.7 Position of support legs headstock with the tractor lifting mechanism to release the Unhitched position latch. Once the latch is free in its hole, lift it and secure it i the up position (remove the spring pin then the pin, lift the latch, position).
Page 25 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL Transport position Locking and unlocking the turnover mechanism CAUTION: The implement is equipped with a turnover locking mechanism. The mechanism must be unlocked plough. Once work is completed, lock the mechanism You will thus avoid any risk of accidents or incorrect operation during transport or when the implement is unhitched.
Page 26 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL 6.3.1 Decompression kit Unhitching the implement from the tractor CAUTION: Make sure that there is no-one in the vicinity of the implement before lowering it. IMPORTANT: Before detaching the implement, make sure moist ground, place wooden blocks to wedge the components and the support legs.
Page 27 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL YDRAULIC CONNECTIONS Hydraulic connections Clean the couplings on the implement and the tractor before Required hydraulic control valves connecting the hydraulic circuits. Check that the hydraulic couplings of the implement are 1 double-acting (DA) for turning over.
Page 28 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL Function selector (optional) 7.4.1 Installing the function selector on off Legend Suction cup with mechanical switch Cab power supply cable Solenoid valve connectors Extension Black cable IMPORTANT: IMPORTANT: If control malfunctions occur, check the power supply to the solenoid valves Remove the sheet Check the length of the cables, they must not be metal casing protecting the solenoid valves.
Page 29 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL 7.4.3 Using the function selector 7.4.4 Special characteristics of the selector Deactivating a function Press the key corresponding to the function to be deactivated. Hold down the key, the LED goes out. Switch off the function selector by pressing button A (section 7.4.3).
Page 30 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL REPARATION OF THE IMPLEMENT BEFORE WORK Locating the adjustment points Locate the various adjustment points. Make sure that they are functioning properly and that they are well lubricated. Perform the checks before setting out for the Legend Hydraulic weight transfer control (optional) Vertical alignment adjustment screw...
Page 31 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL Working width adjustment Wheel angle adjustment The wheel angle is automatically adjusted to suit the working width of the bodies. Legend Indicator Working width sticker The implement is equipped with a continuously variable furrow IMPORTANT: width adjustment system.
Page 32 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL Adjust the cranked lever end stop Calibration of non-stop hydraulic safety devices Adjustment tips Minimum pressure: 120 bar (factory setting) Maximum pressure: 170 bar Where there are differences of calibration between the bodies, gradually increase the pressure in the bodies of the implement.
Page 33 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL Offset adjustment (width of 1 Installing the sub - soiler (optional) furrow) DANGER Risk of accidents when using the implement for farming operations. Always follow the safety instructions given in the original operator's manual.
Page 34 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL Transport and working depth adjustment wheel IMPORTANT: Check the general condition of the wheels daily. 8.7.1 Tyre pressures IMPORTANT: Regularly check the pressure of the tyres. The pressure in the tyres must never be less than the recommended min.
Page 35 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL HANGING BETWEEN TRANSPORT AND WORKING POSITION DANGER: Risk of electric shock. between the implement and live high voltage power lines, there is a risk of severe, even fatal injuries - Never use the implement in the immediate vicinity of live power lines or electrical equipment.
Page 36 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL Legend Lower the implement: this lowers its centre of gravity, Cotter pin increasing its stability for transport. clearance will enable the accumulator to act as a damper on the lifting circuit. Block all the driver's cab control levers (hydraulic control cause an accident.
Page 37 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL Changing to working position Raise the implement. Legend Cotter pin Legend Locking bolt Implement frame Unlock the locking bolt (1) by means of the operating handle and turn the implement through a quarter turn. Remove the cotter pin (1) and take out the pin (2).
Page 38 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL 10 F IELD ADJUSTMENT Driving on the road CAUTION: CAUTION: Read this chapter in its entirety to properly Take account of the overhang when driving on the understand all adjustments, the correct order and public highway.
Page 39 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL To reduce the working depth: 10.2 First pass - Tighten the screw (1) to limit the travel of the lifting cylinder and thus the working depth. 10.2.1 Opening the offset compass 10.2.3 Ground work Drive forwards slowly and lower the implement for a gradual...
Page 40 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL 10.3 Second pass are polished and soil slides without sticking, otherwise clean them. accelerate the stripping of the mouldboards. 10.3.1 Longitudinal levelling As from the 2 pass, the tractor is in the furrow. The machine must be level in the longitudinal (front-to-back) direction so that all the bodies to work at the same depth.
Page 41 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL 10.3.3 Tractor pressure control adjustment Adjustment Adjust the length of the top link so that the bottom of the yoke Use the position control function or the pressure control function is horizontal.
Page 42 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL 10.6 Set the working depth with the disc 10.7 Disc coulter - lateral overlap coulter. adjustment Adjustment tips Adjustment tips B = Factory overlap setting Once the overlap has been adjusted, check that the disc coulter can perform a rocking motion in the direction of travel.
Page 43 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL 10.7.2 Adjustment - Round leg 10.8 Disc coulter - adjust the pivot arm end stop Adjustment Adjustment tips The swivelling of the disc coulter (1) is limited by the adjusting ring (2).
Page 44 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL 10.9.2 Round leg skimmer - adjusting lateral 10.9 Adjustment of round leg skimmers overlap (optional) Adjustment tips 10.9.1 Round leg Skimmer - adjusting the working depth Adjustment tips H = Factory setting Set the working depth in such a way that the blade (a) works in the soil over the entire width.
Page 45 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL Tightening torque (according to the item category) 10.10 Adjustment of Vari-Fix skimmer (optional) Grade 8.8 Wrench size Dimensions (DIN ISO 272) Ib-ft 10.10.1 Vari-Fix - Adjusting working depth M 20 Setting instructions Grade 10.9 Dimensions...
Page 46 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 PERATOR S MANUAL 10.11 Adjusting the Vari Heavy Duty skimmers 10.11.1 Vari Heavy Duty - adjusting the working depth Adjustment instructions The Vari Heavy Duty working depth is calculated from the gap to the blade tip (H) Legend 1 Safety ring Adjust H so that the cutting edge (a) works in the soil across...
Page 47 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 AINTENANCE 10.12 Adjustment of deﬂector (optional) Adjustment tips - 1. Remove the retaining ring. when working. - 2. Remove the locking pin and ... In ground with clods to be broken, the mould boards are - 3.
Page 48 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 AINTENANCE Tightening torque - shear bolt 10.13 Adjusting the sub-soiler (optional) Grade 4.6 Wrench size Adjustment tips Dimensions (DIN ISO 272) Ib-ft M 16 Grade 8.8 Wrench size Dimensions (DIN ISO 272) Ib-ft M 16 10.14 Addition of extra plough bodies contact your dealer for any additional information.
Page 49 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 AINTENANCE MAINTENANCE 11.2 Worn tyres CAUTION: CAUTION: Observe the safety instructions (see § 2) before starting service work or replacing spare parts. It is prohibited to store, abandon, deposit tyres in • The operator and the owner are responsible for the the environment or to burn them in the open air.
Page 50 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 AINTENANCE 13 I CAUTION: NSPECTION Never open, pierce, weld or perform work on the hydraulic reservoirs. IMPORTANT: Inspect implement after each use and perform the IMPORTANT: required repairs. Replace hydraulic hoses with others having the Check the general state of the implement : - The welds.
Page 51 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 AINTENANCE 13.2 Lubrication and greasing IMPORTANT: The location of lubrication nipples depends on the various assemblies and options of your implement. IMPORTANT: Check the location of lubrication nipples using the spare parts catalogue supplied with your implement. Example: Kormoran Legend Lubrication nipples on yoke x3...
Page 52 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 AINTENANCE Number Group Location Quantity 25 hrs Lubrication nipples 25 hrs Pinion support on turnover system 25 hrs Pinion support 25 hrs Hydraulic cylinder Lubrication nipple on offset 25 hrs Arm pivot pin Lubrication nipples ion frame 25 hrs 25 hrs...
Page 53 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 AINTENANCE Number Group Location Quantity 25 hrs Cradle vertical pin 25 hrs Central frame Lubrication nipples on wheel 25 hrs Wheel arm pivot pin unit 25 hrs Cradle horizontal pin 25 hrs 25 hrs Wheel arm pivot pin Lubrication nipples on wheel unit...
Page 54 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 AINTENANCE Number Group Location Quantity 60 hrs 60 hrs Hydraulic safety Link arm 60 hrs 150 hrs Disc coulter Bearing 1) Grease = Commercially available lubricating grease 2) Grease after each washing Regular lubrication of all moving parts ensures optimum implement operation and prolongs service life.
Page 55 Only approach the plough body from the rear. Use a device - replacing the shear bolt special RABE tool. Each plough body is equipped with a shear bolt. When one of the bodies of the implement meets an obstruction, the mechanical stone safety device is tripped by shearing of the shear bolt.
Page 56 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 AINTENANCE Tightening torque - shear bolt 14.3 Replacing the Vari Heavy Duty (VHD) shear bolt Shear bolt Link arm Dimensions Bolt dimensions Attachment strength 190 Nm 140 lb-ft 225 Nm 10.9 166 lb-ft 225 Nm 10.9 166 lb-ft...
Page 57 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 AINTENANCE 14.4 Replacing the sub-soiler shear bolt (optional) Attachment Repair tips Repair instructions: Systematically insert the shear bolt from the sub-soiler side. - 3. Insert the new shear bolt from the link arm side. Use the original shear bolts.
Page 58 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 AINTENANCE 14.5 Adjust undercut Set-up information Safety information WARNING Risk of accident from crushing during set-up and adjustment work. Care must be taken during all work to ensure that the implement is stable and has been secured to prevent it rolling away.
Page 59 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 AINTENANCE Set-up - Expanding the undercut Undercut - Check / adjust factory setting - 1. Position alignment rails (c) above coulter tips. - 1. Loosen beam screw (24). - 2. Loosen system screw (19). - 2.
Page 60 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 AINTENANCE 15 R - 3. If value deviates from factory setting, adjust distance to EPLACING WEAR PARTS alignment rail. Set all plough bodies uniformly. 15.1 Replacing mouldboards Fastening - 4. Loosen beam screw (24). - 5.
Page 61 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 AINTENANCE Torque 15.2 Replace the stripes Quality grade 10.9 Fastening Size lb-ft (*DIN ISO 272) 19 (18*) 15.4 Replace the tines with reversible points Fastening Legend Note Do not tighten the tapered screw to the standard tightening torque.
Page 62 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 AINTENANCE 15.5 Replace the trash board 15.6 Replace the subsoiler Fastening Fastening Legend Washer Adjustment Legend For information on adjusting, see chapter "Adjustment of Tines Torque Sliding ring Adjustment Quality grade 10.9 Size lb-ft For information on adjusting, see chapter "Adjusting the sub- (*DIN ISO 272)
Page 63 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 AINTENANCE Adjustment 15.7 Replace the skimmer tines and For information on adjusting, see chapter mouldboard "Adjustment of round leg skimmers (optional)", page 44 Fastening Round rod skimmer "Adjustment of round leg skimmers (optional)", page 44 Torque Quality grade 8.8 Size...
Page 64 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 AINTENANCE 16 R EPLACING THE WHEEL IMPORTANT: The implement must be hitched to the tractor and the hydraulic hoses connected. Work on level ground, preferably on a hard, compacted surface. Only use new OEM parts that are approved by the manufacturer.
Page 65 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 AINTENANCE Tighten the nuts. Return the implement to the transport position. IMPORTANT : IMPORTANT: Check the assembly of the nuts on the rim - the Check the tightening of the wheel studs after a few spherical bearing must be perfect.
Page 66 KORMORAN PF V 180 / VHA 180 AINTENANCE 17.1 Maintenance of plough bodies IMPORTANT: Protect the working surfaces of the mould boards and the shares against corrosion by applying a light coating of grease or oil. In particularly sticky soil conditions, apply a coat of liquid oil with a sprayer o from an aerosol can on the mould boards as When placing in storage, applying a thicker coat of oil to the mould boards or spraying with dry graphite will slow down...
Page 67 DECLARATION Assembly 17.3 Precautions for storage CAUTION: Never allow children to play around an implement if it is hitched to a tractor or in its storage area. DANGER: Never store agricultural machinery under a power line. Before unhitching implement for storage, make sure the implement in a dry and dust-free shelter.
Page 68 18 CE DECLARATION Designation: Semimounted-reversible plough (Aufsattel-Drehpflug) Type: Kormoran PF Serial no.: erial no.:...
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