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Original Operating Instructions Mower combination NOVACAT H 9500 3836 Chassis Number: +..00001 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Spare parts lists can be obtained exclusively via MyPÖTTINGER. • Individual information, such as operating instructions and maintenance information for your machines, is available on MyPÖTTINGER in "My Machines" at any time after regis- tration. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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The operating instructions are part of the machine, therefore pass them on to any new owner when transferring the machine. Instruct the new owner and make them aware of the regula- tions mentioned. Your PÖTTINGER service team wishes you every success. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Text sections marked in this way contain advice on the subject of environmental protection. Directions Directions (such as left, right, front, rear) are given based on the normal "working travel direc- tion" of the machine. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Use of symbols Illustrations may contain additional symbols, arrows and other lines that serve to improve the comprehensibility of the image content or are intended to draw attention to a specific area of the image. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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TINGER. If you have not received this mail, please contact your local dealer. Your dealer can fill in the handover declaration online. Austria PÖTTINGER Landtechnik GmbH Industriegelände 1 4710 Grieskirchen Phone+43 7248 600-0 Fax+43 7248 600-2513 info@poettinger.at Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Index of changes Date Index Amendment reason Amended chapter Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Technical data........................Hydraulics......................... Transport position......................Mower discs and knife blades................... BASIC CONTROL terminal....................Safety and the environment Safety advice........................Personnel qualification...................... Performing maintenance work..................Organisational measures....................Maintaining operational safety..................Special hazards......................... Operational danger area....................Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Rear power lift height....................Hydraulic relief setting....................Disc mower cutter bar....................Swath former (option)....................Work assignment......................Turning manoeuvres on slopes................... Reversing.......................... Create working position from transport position............Mowing work........................ Trigger / reset anti-collision safety................Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Check / adjust mower input gear oil level..............114 Check / adjust cutter bar input gear oil level..............116 Check / replenish cutter bar oil level................118 After every season (winter storage).................. 120 10 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Proposed adapter, USA....................135 Hydraulics......................... 139 Hydraulic diagram......................139 Supplement to USA / CANADA operating instructions Warning signs English USA / CANADA................141 Warning signs, French CANADA..................147 Secure load towing......................152 Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 11 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
If necessary, use fastening materials for transport lock on the vehicle. Symbol illustration • 1: Attachment points for lifting gear • See sticker for correct positioning The hitching points are marked with the following sticker. 12 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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► Lift the machine horizontally from the loading surface and place on level, load-bearing ground. ► Remove lifting gear. Load the machine by crane: Carry out process in the reverse order. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 13 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
230 Nm 81000 N 320 Nm 115000 N M 20 x 1.5 460 Nm 34000 N 650 Nm 189000 N M 24 x 2 780 Nm 188000 N 1090 Nm 265000 N 14 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
(optional) crease the distance between the knife and the ground. Swath former / swath discs Can be retrofitted for the formation of higher / narrower without illustration (option- swaths without conditioning. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 15 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
When closing the box, make sure that the lid is not tilted, the seal is in place and the lid is completely closed. We recommend maintaining the lid thread and the seal of the operating instructions box with a little silicone grease or Vaseline. 16 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Design and function Upgrade program The PÖTTINGER Landtechnik GmbH upgrade program offers many upgrade possibilities. You can receive additional information from your service dealer. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 17 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
The following data can be read on the nameplate, depending on the machine type and ver- sion. Data Data Chassis number Year of mfr. Model Model year Vehicle ID number Axle load per axle Type Bearing load Serial number Permissible total weight 18 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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At a glance Data Data Basic weight Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 19 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Transporting persons or animals on the machine. • Immersion in liquids during transport, operation or storage of the machine. • Working of roads, stony ground and other surfaces consisting essentially or partially of stone, sand or asphalt. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 21 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
1 x mower operation Dual-action hydraulic connection with float position, black 1x hydraulic headland management, Single-action hydraulic connection with float posi- red (single lift option) tion, red Transport position Transport height Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 23 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Cutter blade direction of rotation The blade equipment used is shown on the sticker on the blade box. See "Accessories in- cluded in the scope of delivery" on page 16. 24 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Type of protection IP65 Supply protection FKS mini blade fuse 10 A fitted in plug Connection cable 1 x 3-pin connector for voltage supply 1 x 7-pin connector for cable harness Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 25 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Such obligations may pertain to the wearing of personal protective equipment or to road traffic regulations, for example. • Appropriate workshop equipment is required to perform testing, adjustment and repair work. 26 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Maintenance work, as described in these instructions, must be fully carried out at the given time intervals or have them completed in a specialist workshop. • Do not make any software alterations to the programmable control system. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 27 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Oils, fats, solvents and cleaning agents may present a health risk. ► Observe the safety regulations applicable to the respective product. ► Provide sufficient ventilation. ► Use personal protective equipment such as protective clothing, gloves /safety goggles. 28 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
• Immediately before setting the tractor/trailer combination in motion, the driver must en- sure that the nobody is located in the danger area. • Exceptions: Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 29 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
The danger area of the machine is located inside the frame. DANGER Injury caused through slipping! ► Accessing any of the protective equipment is not permitted! Warning signs Listed below are the positions and meanings of all warning signs used. 30 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Pos. Warning signs Meaning See cardan shaft manufacturer's operating manual for trimming Lubrication points position 3, 4, 5 Never reach into the crushing danger area as long as parts may move. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 31 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Meaning Read the operating manual thoroughly be- fore putting the machine into operation. Remove the ignition key before mainte- nance work and keep it safe. Right arm and front hitch-on frame. 32 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Attachment height x = 700 mm Lifting gear Left: Ball valve closed Right: Ball valve open Blade changing 12, 13, Never reach into the crushing danger area as long as parts may move. Lubrication points position Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 33 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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See cardan shaft manufacturer's operat- ing manual for trimming Left arm and front hitch-on frame. Pos. Warning signs Meaning 17, 20 Never reach into the crushing danger area as long as parts may move. 34 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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The specified value is indicated by the punch hole on the sticker or by let- tering. Always connect the drive shafts of the mower units to the input gearbox in the same orientation! Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 35 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Right arm and rear hitch-on frame. Pos. Warning signs Meaning Never reach into the crushing danger area as long as parts may move. 29, 30, Lubrication points position 31, 32, 33, 34 36 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Warning signs Meaning Hydraulic pressure reservoir - risk of ex- plosion! The specified value is indicated by the punch hole on the sticker or by lettering. Left arm and rear hitch-on frame. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 37 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Standard lighting and warning sign Pos. Equipment Warning sign 3-chamber rear light LED On both sides of the machine 38 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Rear lights / red brake lights Red reflective film Both on both sides of the machine (pos. 5, 6, 7) Standard reflector Pos. Equipment Orange reflector On both sides of the machine Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 39 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Move the safety flap to the locked position after attaching the machine to the tractor: ▷ Activate the handle (A) and move the flap (B) downwards as far as it will go. 40 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
In addition to the information in these Instructions, the generally applicable, statutory or oth- erwise binding regulations on environmental protection are to be observed. Fuel efficiency and soil protection Careful adjustment of the machine preserves machine/soil and saves fuel. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 41 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Take tyres with and without rims, and other rubber components to the relevant recycling point. Disassembly of heavy parts of the machine • Lift parts of the machine whose weight exceeds 25 kg only by crane. 42 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Health hazard due to heavy, manual lifting! ► Do not manually lift parts of the machine whose weight exceeds 25 kg. ► Use a crane, forklift or similar to remove or dismantle these parts. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 43 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
The black dual action tractor control device is then used exclusively to raise the right-hand mower unit to the headland position. • A separate single-action tractor control device (red) is connected to raise only the left-hand mower to the headland position. 44 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Allow support stand to engage in upper position with spring-loaded bolts (B). Move support stand up and down slightly to allow the bolts (B) to click into place com- pletely. Carry out same procedure on right support stand. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 45 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Carry out same procedure on right support stand. Make sure that all the supports have been adjusted to the same height so that the ma- chine can be parked horizontally. 46 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Ensure that spare parts, machine components or operating terminals packed in the ma- chine (e.g. in seed hoppers, in loading spaces, under protective covers) and on the ma- chine have been removed. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 47 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
(lbs) (T Front axle load ≤ kg (lbs) V act V perm kg (lbs) (T ) ≤ kg (lbs) (T Rear axle load ≤ kg (lbs) H act H perm 48 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Weigh the total weight ► Drive the tractor onto the scales together with the machine in transport position and the ballast weights, with the front and rear axle on the scales. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 49 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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) taking the tyre bearing capacity into account. See the tractor opera- H perm tional instructions. ► Verify if the technical data for the tyres and rims corresponds to the tractor manufacturer requirements. See the tractor operational instructions. 50 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
► Double the permissible tyre load capacity according to the tractor operating manual or from the tyre manufacturer's documentation (two tyres per axle) and enter in the table of figures. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 51 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Check the cardan shaft length in all operating positions to ensure that the required sliding distance is available and that the profile overlap is sufficient. Check the sliding distance in the shortest operating position 52 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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) must be at least 100 mm. The protective shield on the tractor and the protective cup on the machine must cover the cardan shaft protective funnels by at least 50 mm. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 53 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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► In the event of irregularities, immediately switch off the PTO on the tractor. Requirements • Machine is fully attached and secured to a suitable tractor. • Park tractor and machine on level, stable ground in working position. 54 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
► Direct people away from the danger area around the power lift. ► Do not stand between the tractor and the power lift when operating the power lift via external buttons. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 55 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Tractor control unit set to float position. 3-point coupling Implementation Set rear power lift to position control. Drive the tractor up to just in front of the machine, stop and apply parking brake. 56 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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10 Swing safety flap down on both sides of the machine in unlocked position as shown. See "Safety flap operation" on page 40. The safety flap is only swung into its locked position when the machine is to be re- moved from the tractor. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 57 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
12 If work is to be carried out with the machine, adjust cutting height the relief as required if not already done. See "Disc mower cutter bar" on page 69.See "Hydraulic relief set- ting" on page 67. Mounting the BASIC CONTROL terminal Shorter cable shown! 58 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
► Wear the appropriate personal protective equipment (such as work gloves, protective goggles, etc.) when working. ► Observe operating safety and accident prevention regulations. ► Direct people out of the danger area. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 59 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
If the safety screw does not engage in the hole in the bolt, the bolt and machine will not be secured on the tractor! ► Assemble lower link bolt in such a way that the safety screw engages in the hole. 60 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
The centre bearing with bracket (1) is fitted as shown (turned outwards) and the cylinder (2) is attached to the inner plate (3). Position of swivelling arm - centre bearing turned outwards (ideally for 3,50 m front mower) Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 61 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Remove bolts and screws Turn centre bearing by 180 ° and screw down (2). Fit connecting bolt on centre bearing (1). Fit the cylinder (4) on the outer plate with the connecting bolt (3). 62 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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No shortening of cardan shaft! (Centre bearing turned outwards) When fitting the dismantled drive shafts of the mower units to the input gearbox, ensure that the drive shafts are always aligned in the same way. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 63 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Wide working position: The wider cardan shaft is required to switch back from narrow to wide working position. This can be obtained from an authorised service dealer of your choice. 64 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Machine is fully attached and secured to a suitable tractor. • Park tractor and machine on level and stable ground in working position and secure against rolling. • PTO drive switched off. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 65 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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If the setting is not the same on both sides, check and adjust the setting of the low- er link. Then repeat the adjustment of the rear power lift height position from step 1. 66 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
The driving speed should be reduced at the same time to prevent the mower unit from jumping at higher driving speeds (due to reduced adaptation to terrain). Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 67 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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3. ▷ If the recorded value corresponds to the factory setting or the current requirement, continue with the next step. Close shut-off valves on headstock and hydraulic connection. 68 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Adjust the upper link and set the cutter bar position (and therefore the "standard cutting height") so that the surface of the skids underneath the cutter bar rest entirely on the ground. Upper link correctly set! Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 69 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Swath former (option) A narrow swath is formed when using the swath plates while mowing. This avoids driving over the crop with wide tractor tyres. The most appropriate setting is determined during operation. 70 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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(measurement "x") is 15 - 20 mm away from the guide plate. ► Carry out the procedure in the same way on both swath formers and on both sides of the machine. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 71 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
No-one is permitted in the danger area during operation. Direct people out of the dan- ger area. People must not ride on the machine during operation. ► Turn PTO off and wait for the drive to come to a standstill before raising the machine. 72 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Damage to hitching frame and mowing unit! The anti-collision safety is not effective if the machine is driven backwards in working posi- tion! ► Always raise machine to headland position if driving backwards in normal operation! Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 73 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
► Reverse instead of performing risky turning manoeuvres on slopes. CAUTION Knocks and bruises possible over the whole body due to moving machine parts! ► Before starting the machine functions, direct people away from the danger area around the machine. 74 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Set tractor control device to float position. Cutting height and release can then be adjusted as required. See "Disc mower cutter bar" on page 69.See "Hydraulic relief setting" on page 67. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 75 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Reduce driving speed and activate tractor control device at the end of the mowing area to raise the machine to headland position. The PTO speed must not be reduced during this process. 76 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
In principle, all areas to be worked should be free from obstacles. When mowing around trees, fences, boundary stones, etc., collisions may occur with obstacles despite careful and slow driving. An anti-collision safety is built into the machine to reduce collision damage. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 77 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Stop tractor immediately and switch off PTO drive. Make sure that the PTO shaft brake is not switched on! Continue with the next step to maneuver the machine out of this situation. 78 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Replace all damaged parts / have them replaced by a specialist workshop before con- tinuing to work with the machine. ▷ Observe the relevant information for the transport position. See "Establish road transport position from working position" on page 80. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 79 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
► Reverse instead of performing risky turning manoeuvres on slopes. CAUTION Knocks and bruises possible over the whole body due to moving machine parts! ► Before starting the machine functions, direct people away from the danger area around the machine. 80 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Activate tractor control unit and slowly swing mower units to the rear as far as they will ▷ The mower units may touch at the buffers in road transport position. Release key (2) on terminal. Move the switch (1) on the terminal to OFF. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 81 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Operation Carry out transport run. 82 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Falling due to slipping / tripping! Stepping on the parked machine can cause serious injuries. ► Do not step on the parked machine. ► Prevent children from stepping on the machine using suitable measures. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 83 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
► Direct people away from the danger area around the power lift. ► Do not stand between the tractor and the power lift when operating the power lift via external buttons. 84 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Park in working position and uncouple Move the mower units to headland position: Press key (2) on terminal and keep it held down. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 85 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Activate tractor control device and lower the machine to working position. Lower support stands. See "Operation of support stands" on page 45. Make sure that the support stands are adjusted to the same height and correct adjust- ment if necessary. 86 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Make sure that there are no connections remaining on the machine and drive off slowly with the tractor taking care to observe the coupling point. Remove the BASIC CONTROL terminal Shorter cable shown! Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 87 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Falling due to slipping / tripping! Stepping on the parked machine can cause serious injuries. ► Do not step on the parked machine. ► Prevent children from stepping on the machine using suitable measures. 88 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
► Always switch off the tractor's PTO brake when folding the mower units! Maintain operational readiness Regular care and maintenance is a basic requirement for the machine to remain functional and safe to operate. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 89 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
In principle, the instructions in this manual apply for the maintenance of cardan shafts If there are no special instructions in this manual, then the instructions in the manual supplied by the relevant cardan shaft manufacturer apply. 90 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
If the cardan shaft is used in winter, the protection tubes must be greased with universal grease with lubricant code (IV) according to the equipment specification to prevent them from freezing. See page 125. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 91 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Cardan shafts should then be greased regularly according to the manufacturer's instruc- tions / lubrication plan. When fitting the dismantled drive shafts of the mower units to the input gearbox, ensure that the drive shafts are always aligned in the same way. 92 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
► Do not use solvents - acetone, cellulose thinner, petrol or similar for cleaning. Preparation • Mild household cleaning agent • Soft cleaning cloth Implementation ► Clean the terminal with a wet cloth and some household cleaning liquid. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 93 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
► When knives have been removed, make sure that people in the area cannot be injured by knives in the vicinity. 1 = knife wrench 2 = mower disc 3 = mower blade 4 = blade holder 94 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Swing the blade wrench back to its original position. ► Clean the contact surfaces of the blade, the blade holder and mowing disc, using the blade wrench if required. ► Repeat procedure for all blades if required Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 95 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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► Ensure that the blade can move on the blade bolt and that the blade rests fully on the cutting disc and the blade holder on the blade. 96 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Maintenance based on actual condition ► Remove the knife wrench and store it. ► Carry out the same procedure for all cutter blades. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 97 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Adjust nuts and screws to the previously noted dimension (L). ▷ The clutch is ready for use again. ► Friction clutches types K96, K96/4 ▷ Tighten the nuts (1). This releases the clutch linings. 98 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
► Do not seal off leaks using your hands or other body parts. ► Seek medical advice immediately in case of injury caused by hydraulic oil. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 99 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
► Replace damaged and poorly functioning lighting equipment before travelling on public roads with the machine. Faulty lights or illuminants must be replaced before driving in public traffic areas (this does not apply to work lights) 100 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Loosen the attachment screws on the rear side and remove the defective light. ► Fit new light in reverse order. ► Carry out function test. ► Correctly dispose of the defective light. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 101 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Warning signs, triangles and sheets consist of a slide (different materials) with a layer of light-reflecting material applied on top. The design and assembly positions may differ depending on the machine and country of destination. 102 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Replace all warning signs, triangles and sheets that have been damaged by ad- verse weather or mechanical influences (see spare parts list). When replacing the warning signs, observe the mounting direction of the warning sign strips! Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 103 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Illustration of mower disc without conveyor drum and conveyor cone 1 = Mower blade 2 = Blade bolt Preparation • 17 mm Socket wrench • Torque wrench adjustable to at least 120 Nm tightening torque. • Use cut protection gloves 104 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Tractor motor turned off, ignition key removed and stored, an parking brake applied. • Mower blades removed. • Front guards folded up (if possible). • Side guards folded up (if possible). Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 105 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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► Remove any dirt from the area around the blade bolt and the hole. 106 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
The lubrication intervals for the cardan shaft are to be adjusted or halved in the case of dusty conditions or sharp operational angles. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 107 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Machine parked in working position. • Place frame on support stands. • Gear oil close to operating temperature. • PTO turned off • Tractor motor turned off, parking brake applied, ignition key removed and stored. 108 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
So that the oil can be drained as completely as possible, it is necessary to bring it almost up to operating temperature. We recommend carrying out the change on warm days of >15 °C. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 109 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Waste oil collecting pan with sufficient capacity • Cleaning paper or similar 1= Oil level control plug with dipstick 2 = Oil drain plug Implementation Dismantle guide place, to access the drain screw. 110 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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12 Clean oil residue away from the area around the oil level control plug. 13 Reattach the guide plate and tighten the screws. Fig.: Symbol illustration 14 Dispose of lubricant contaminated cleaning paper and other lubricant residues properly. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 111 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
New gear oil operating material code (III) according to operation material specifications. See "Operating materials and filling quantities" on page 125. • Waste oil collecting pan with sufficient capacity • Cleaning paper or similar Prerequisite • Oil has nearly reached operating temperature 112 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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In machines with several cutter bars: Repeat procedure in the same way on all cutter bars on the machine. ► Dispose of cleaning paper which has been contaminated with lubricant correctly. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 113 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Tractor PTO switched off • Park tractor and machine on level and stable ground in working position. • Tractor motor turned off, ignition key removed and stored, an parking brake applied. 114 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Clean the filler plug, reinsert and tighten with new seal. ► Clean dirt away from the area around the filler plug. ► Dispose of lubricant contaminated cleaning paper and other lubricant residues properly. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 115 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Tractor PTO switched off • Park tractor and machine on level and stable ground in working position. • Tractor motor turned off, ignition key removed and stored, an parking brake applied. 116 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Clean the filler plug, reinsert and tighten with new seal. ► Clean dirt away from the area around the filler plug. ► Dispose of lubricant contaminated cleaning paper and other lubricant residues properly. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 117 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Park tractor and machine on level and stable ground in working position. • Tractor motor turned off, ignition key removed and stored, an parking brake applied. • Machine secured against unintentional lowering by positioning. • Gear oil close to operating temperature. 118 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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When propping up, make sure that the cutter bar is not inclined on the broad side but is in a fully horizontal position. Otherwise the oil level shown at the oil filler plug will be in- correct. Symbol illustration Horizontally incorrectly aligned! Symbol illustration Horizontally correctly aligned! Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 119 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
► Clean shaft stubs on gearboxes and cardan shaft profiles before wintering the machine, and protect them with universal grease. ► Lubricate all greasing points according to the maintenance instructions before winter storage. 120 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Check that warning symbols are complete and replace if necessary. Every 4 years Check and adjust hydraulic pressure accumulator The nitrogen pressure loss of hydraulic pressure accumulators after 4 years is approxi- mately 8% - 12%. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 121 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Check filling pressure at least every 4 years in a specialist workshop, and correct if nec- essary. The required filling pressure can be read from a sticker on the pressure accumulator or can be taken from the accompanying hydraulic diagram. N = nitrogen 122 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
(III), (IV), etc. quantities Observe the manufacturer's safety instructions! Lubricate every "X" operating hours _____ Solid connecting lines - standard part - - - - Dotted connecting lines - optional part Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 123 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Predetermined maintenance 124 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
SAE 90 or SAE 85W - 90 according to API GL-5 Operating materials and filling quantities Where Operat- Designation Specification Quantity ing ma- terial code Lubrication points (IV) Lithium uni- NLGI 2 If required (also with lubrica- versal grease tion nipples) Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 125 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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4 or API-GL 5 Mower input gear (III) Gear oil SAE 90 or SAE 85W - 2.3 litres 140 according to API-GL 4 or API-GL 5 Gas container Nitrogen As required 126 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Lighting complete without function Causes and remedies ► Defective fuse. ▷ Replace with fuse of identical specification. ► Present contact error of the cable. ▷ Turn lighting off and on again. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 127 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Defective cable. Have it replaced or repaired by the service workshop. ► Defective fuse. ▷ Replace with fuse of identical specification. ► Defective relay. Have it replaced by the service workshop. 128 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Plans Supply cables for USA Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 133 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Right indicator light, green Tail lights, brown/black not assigned Number DT06-4S right Indicator, green Parking light, brown Brake, red Earth, white Number DT06-4S left Indicator light, yellow Parking light, black Brake, red Earth, white 134 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Plans Proposed adapter, USA Proposed adapter, right Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 135 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Plans Number 5-pin bayonet, right Earth, white Parking light, brown/black Reverse light, grey Brake, red Indicator, green Number DT04-4S right Indicator, green Parking light, brown Brake, red Earth, white 136 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Plans Proposed adapter, left Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 137 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Plans Number 5-pin bayonet, left Earth, white Parking light, black Reverse light, grey Brake, red Indicator light, yellow Number DT04-4S right Indicator light, yellow Parking light, black Brake, red Earth, white 138 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
Plans Hydraulics Hydraulic diagram Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 139 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Left and right back swivel Left and right folding guard Left and right swing limiter Hydraulic headland management, red (single lift option) Tractor connection, black Manometer: 50 bar Y1 to Y4 Valves 140 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
(to adapt to local applicable regulations) is available from PÖTTINGER in English or French! See also "Supplement to the Operating Instructions USA / CANADA". Pos. Warning signs Pos. Warning signs 1, 7 2, 6 Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 141 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Supplement to USA / CANADA operating instructions Pos. Warning signs Pos. Warning signs Pos. Warning signs Pos. Warning signs 9, 13 142 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Supplement to USA / CANADA operating instructions Pos. Warning signs Pos. Warning signs Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 143 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Supplement to USA / CANADA operating instructions Sticker available on both arms and mower units Pos. Warning signs Pos. Warning signs 16, 17, 20, 21 144 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Supplement to USA / CANADA operating instructions Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 145 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Supplement to USA / CANADA operating instructions 146 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
(to adapt to local applicable regulations) is available from PÖTTINGER in English or French! See also "Supplement to the Operating Instructions USA / CANADA". Pos. Warning signs Pos. Warning signs 1, 7 2, 6 Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 147 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Supplement to USA / CANADA operating instructions Pos. Warning signs Pos. Warning signs Pos. Warning signs Pos. Warning signs 9, 13 148 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Supplement to USA / CANADA operating instructions Pos. Warning signs Pos. Warning signs Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 149 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Supplement to USA / CANADA operating instructions Sticker available on both arms and mower units Pos. Warning signs Pos. Warning signs 16, 17, 20, 21 150 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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Supplement to USA / CANADA operating instructions Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 151 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
• If the towed implement does not have brakes, do not travel faster than 32 km/h and do not pull loads exceeding 1.5 times the tractor weight. 152 | Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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The trac- tor must be heavy and powerful enough with adequate braking power for the towed load. Be especially careful when towing loads on unfavourable ground conditions, when turning and on slopes. Original Operating Instructions NOVACAT H 9500 | 153 3836.en-GB.80Z.0...
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