MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Table Of Contents Manufacturer’s Statement: For technical reasons, Buhler Industries Inc. reserves the right to modify machinery design and specifications provided herein without any preliminary notice. Information provided herein is of descriptive nature. Performance quality may depend on soil fertility, applied agricultural techniques, weather conditions, and other factors.
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MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Hitch Safety Chain Kit Cutting Bar Belt / PTO Guards Grass Buffers Gearbox Specifications And Shipping Kit Numbers Specifications Dimensions Shipping Kit And Bundle Numbers Hardware Torque Values Warranty Farm King Base Limited Warranty...
Warranty Registration Form - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Warranty Registration Form This form must be filled out by the dealer and signed by both the dealer and the customer at the time of delivery. Customer Name: Dealer Name: Customer Address: Dealer Address: City: Prov / State:...
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Warranty Registration Form - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7...
Introduction - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Introduction This Operator And Parts Manual was written to give the owner / operator instructions on the safe operation, maintenance and part identification of the Farm King equipment. READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS OPERATOR AND PARTS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING YOUR FARM KING EQUIPMENT. If you have any questions, see your Farm King dealer.
Introduction - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Owner’s Information Serial Number Location Please enter the model and serial number in the Thank you for your decision to purchase a space provided for easy reference. Farm King Disc Mower. To ensure maximum performance of your equipment, it is mandatory Figure 1 that you thoroughly study the Operator and...
Safety - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Safety Instructions Operator Safety For an operator to be qualified, he or she must Safety Symbols not use drugs or alcohol which impair alertness or coordination while working. An operator who is taking prescription drugs must get medical advice Safety Alert Symbol to determine if he or she can safely operate a machine and the equipment.
Safety - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Safety Rules Machine Requirements And Capabilities • Read and follow instructions in this manual and • Stop the machine and engage the parking brake. the tractor’s Operators Manual before operating. Install blocks in front of and behind the rear tires of the machine.
Safety - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Transport Safety • Do not exceed 20 mph (32 kph). Reduce speed on rough roads and surfaces. • Comply with state and local laws governing highway safety and movement of machinery on public roads. •...
Safety - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Fire Prevention Electrical Maintenance • Check all electrical wiring and connections for • The machine and some equipment have damage. Keep the battery terminals clean and components that are at high temperatures tight. Repair or replace any damaged part or under normal operating conditions.
Safety - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Welding And Grinding • Always clean the machine and equipment, disconnect the battery, and disconnect the wiring from the machine controls before welding. Cover rubber hoses, battery and all other flammable parts. Keep a fire extinguisher near the machine when welding.
Safety - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Safety And Equipment Signs Follow the instructions on all the signs (decals) that are on the equipment. Replace any damaged signs and be sure they are in the correct locations. Equipment and safety signs are available from your Farm King equipment dealer.
Safety - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Safety Sign-Off Form WARNING Instructions are necessary before operating or servicing equipment. Read and understand the Operator And Parts Manual and safety signs (decals) on equipment. Follow warnings and instructions in the manuals when making repairs, adjustments or servicing. Check for correct function after adjustments, repairs or service.
Operation - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Pre-Operation Checklist Tractor Requirements Before operating the equipment for the first time Tractors must satisfy the following requirements. and each time thereafter, check the following items: MDN4 Models: 1. Lubricate the equipment per the Maintenance •...
Operation - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Entering The Operator’s Position Connecting To Tractor Enter the operator’s position, start the engine, and Always inspect the tractor hitch and implement release the parking brake. hitch before connecting. See the tractor owner’s manual. IMPORTANT Move the tractor into position in front of the equipment.
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Operation - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Move the tractor draw bar into the storage position Adjust the lower link sway chains or blocks on the or remove (if necessary) to prevent interference tractor to restrict side movement of the equipment with operation (see the tractor’s operator’s manual when operating.
Operation - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Connecting The PTO Driveline Figure 6 Stop the engine and leave the operator’s position. Remove the PTO driveline from the storage position (if applicable). Note: Clean and grease tractor’s PTO shaft and PTO driveline coupling each time driveline is connected.
Operation - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 PTO Driveline Length Check PTO Driveline Bottoming Out Check Due to variations in distances between tractor PTO Stop the engine and leave the operator’s position. shafts and implement input shafts, drive lines may Make sure the PTO driveline and all rotating need to be shortened or a longer shaft may be components have come to a complete stop before required.
Operation - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Reducing The PTO Driveline Length Figure 8 Stop the engine and leave the operator’s position. IMPLEMENT Make sure the PTO driveline and all rotating PTO SHAFT components have come to a complete stop before leaving the operator’s position.
Operation - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 PTO Driveline Engagement Check 6. With the PTO driveline attached, position the three-point implement to where the telescoping Stop the engine and leave the operator’s position. PTO driveline is at its maximum operating Make sure the PTO driveline and all rotating extension.
Operation - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Connecting Hydraulic Lines IMPORTANT Figure 11 Contain and dispose of any oil leakage in an environmentally safe manner. Thoroughly clean the quick couplers before making connections. Dirt can quickly damage the system. WARNING AVOID BURNS Hydraulic fluid, tubes, fittings and quick couplers can get hot when running equipment.
Operation - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Adjustments Figure 13 Skid Shoe Height Figure 12 154 lb. (70 kg.) The weight of the cutting bar on the ground must not exceed 154 lb. (70 kg.) [Figure 13]. NOTE: Adjust suspension according 1.2—3.15”...
Operation - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Shock Absorber Overload Safety Bar Figure 14 Figure 15 The shock absorber is located beneath the hydraulic The overload safety bar (Item 1) has been designed lift cylinder. The shock absorber features enable to permit the bar to snap back 45° whenever an the mower bar to react in different ways according obstacle is encountered [Figure 15].
Operation - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Working Position Belt Tightness Figure 17 Figure 18 GROUND 1 mm Hitch the mower to the tractor. Slightly raise the mower off the ground. Raise the support stand (Item 1) and secure in the highest position (work position) [Figure 18].
Operation - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Operation Field Precautions • Inspect the ground on which you will do the job Start-up and remove, if possible, any obstacles. Move the tractor and equipment to work area. • Make sure the soil and crop conditions and keep Lower the mower to working position.
Operation - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Finishing Operation When the desired work has been completed, stop the tractor, lower the engine speed and disengage the tractor PTO. Fully raise the mower into the transport position and move the tractor and equipment to next work site.
Operation - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Transporting WARNING Guidelines Always comply with federal, state, local and Use of an unapproved hitch or tractor / tow vehicle provincial laws regarding the transport of farm can result in loss of control, leading to serious equipment on pubic roadways.
Operation - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Transport Position To configure the machine into transport position, perform the following [Figure 19]: Before entering transport position: • Pull the rope to release the working position • Remove any persons from the working area. latch.
Maintenance - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Maintenance Service Schedule Chart Troubleshooting Recommendations Lubrication Cutting Bar Oil Gearbox Oil Cutting Blades Storage Beginning Season Service End Season Service...
Maintenance - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Service Schedule Chart Maintenance work must be done at regular intervals. Failure to do so will result in excessive wear and early failures. The service schedule is a guide for correct maintenance of the equipment. SERVICE PROCEDURES DESCRIPTION CHECK...
Maintenance - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Troubleshooting ISSUE CAUSE SOLUTION The machine is not leveled The spring placed above the Adjust the setting of the spring. sideways. arm is badly adjusted. The blade does not follow the Acting on the suspension as The suspension is too hard.
Maintenance - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Recommendations WARNING Always use a good quality multi-purpose / lithium base grease when lubricating the equipment. AVOID INJURY OR DEATH IMPORTANT Escaping hydraulic fluid under pressure can have sufficient force to penetrate the skin, causing serious personal injury.
Maintenance - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Cutting Bar Oil Gearbox Oil Figure 22 Figure 23 Position the mower in the lowered position. Unscrew the cap (Item 1) and check the oil level, this should be partially up the case. [Figure 23]. The check must be done with cold oil temperature.
Maintenance - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Cutting Blades Figure 25 Figure 24 10 mm Worn-out, damaged, or deformed cutting blades must be immediately replaced with original blades only. See your Farm King dealer. Make sure that the new cutting blades (Item 1) are all of the same length [Figure 24].
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Maintenance - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 In order to replace worn-out or damaged cutting IMPORTANT blades, the lock nuts on the top of the cutting disks must be unscrewed before the old blade can be replaced with a new one. Make sure nuts are tightened to proper torque Figure 26 when replacing blades.
Maintenance - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Storage Perform the following when storing the equipment: • Clean and lubricate all grease points when storing or extended period of time. • Inspect for any missing, worn, or damaged parts. Replace parts as required. •...
Parts Identification - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Parts Identification General Parts Information Hitch Safety Chain Kit Cutting Bar Belt / PTO Guards Grass Buffers Gearbox...
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Parts Identification - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7...
Parts Identification - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 General Parts Information The parts identification section lists the descriptions, part numbers, and quantities for all North American base model MDN4, 5, 6, 7 Disc Mower. Contact your Farm King dealer for additional parts information. Hitch...
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Parts Identification - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 QTY. POS. DESC. MDN4 MDN5 MDN6 MDN7 M10001046 THREE POINT HITCH M10001145 EMERGENCY RELEASE *** M10013020 SPRING SPACER M110010030 KIT CRICKET + HOOK M110020010 CHECK PLATE M110020028 BACK ANCHOR PIN M113003950 CHAIN RINGS 10* M113004250 SCREW M22X76 LOWERED HEAD M123000550...
Parts Identification - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Grass Buffers RIGHT GRASS BUFFER LEFT GRASS BUFFER RIGHT GRASS BUFFER LEFT GRASS BUFFER...
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Parts Identification - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 QTY. POS. DESC. ALL MODELS M10061042 OUTSIDE SUPPORT OF ROTARY GRASS-BUFFER M110080018 GRASS-BUFFER DISC BUILT-UP M133001050 INNER SUPPORT M981304603 BEARING 6005 2RS M980200041 RING DIN 988 25X35X1 M981108046 EXTERNAL RING UNI 7435 C70 D 25 M980206704 WASHER UNI 6592 D 13X24X2,5 ZB M980206613...
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Specifications And Shipping Kit Numbers - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Specifications Model MDN4 MDN5 MDN6 MDN7 Number of discs/ 4 / 8 5 / 10 6 / 12 7 / 14 blades Working width 5.4 ft (1.65 m) 6.9 ft (2.10 m) 8.0 ft (2.45 m) 9.4 ft (2.85 m) 3000 RPM at 540...
Specifications And Shipping Kit Numbers - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Shipping Kit And Bundle Numbers The following is a list of Kit Numbers for this product and the Bundle Numbers, Descriptions, and Quantities for each Kit. Qty. Bundle Description MDN4, 4 DISC MOWER, 3PT MOUNT, 540 RPM MDN4FK MAIN ASSEMBLY MDN5, 5 DISC MOWER, 3PT MOUNT, 540 RPM...
Specifications And Shipping Kit Numbers - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Hardware Torque Values Metric Chart NOTE: Do not use the values listed in the charts if a different torque value or tightening procedure is specified in this manual for a specific application. Torque values listed are for general use only. Use the following charts to determine the correct torque when checking, adjusting or replacing hardware.
Specifications And Shipping Kit Numbers - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Hardware Torque Values (Cont’d) Imperial Chart NOTE: Do not use the values listed in the charts if a different torque value or tightening procedure is specified in this manual for a specific application. Torque values listed are for general use only. Use the following charts to determine the correct torque when checking, adjusting or replacing hardware.
Warranty - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Warranty Farm King Base Limited Warranty Repair Parts Limited Warranty What Is Not Covered Authorized Dealer And Labor Costs Warranty Requirements EXCLUSIVE EFFECT OF WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY...
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Warranty - MDN4, MDN5, MDN6, MDN7 Farm King Base Limited Warranty Farm King provides this warranty only to original retail purchasers of its products. Farm King warrants to such purchasers that all Farm King manufactured parts and components used and serviced as provided for in the Operator’s Manual shall be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period following delivery to the original retail purchaser of one (1) year.
This limited warranty is subject to any existing conditions of supply which may directly affect Farm King’s ability to obtain materials or manufacturer replacement parts. Buhler Industries Inc. reserves the right to make improvements in design or changes in specifications to its products at anytime, without incurring any obligation to owners of units previously sold.
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