Table of contents Table of contents 1 Introduction ............................Foreword ..............................Notes on representation........................... 1.2.1 Warning notes ..........................1.2.2 Instructions ..........................2 Safety and responsibility ........................10 Intended use ............................10 Operating Instructions ..........................10 Qualification of personnel ........................11 2.3.1 Groups of operators........................
EG-Konformitätserklärung Die HORSCH Maschinen GmbH, Sitzenhof 1, D-92421 Schwandorf, erklärt hiermit in alleiniger Verantwortung als Hersteller, dass das nachfolgend genannte Produkt: Grubber Typ: Cruiser 10 XL, Crusier 12 XL den einschlägigen grundlegenden Sicherheits- und Gesundheitsanforderungen der Richtlinie 2006/42/EG entspricht. Schwandorf, 24.06.2022 Klaus Winkler Dokumentationsbevollmächtigter...
Please enter the corresponding data into the following list upon reception of the machine: Serial number: Machine type: Year of construction: Initial use: Accessories: Dealer address Name: Road: Place: Phone: Cust. No. Dealer: Cust. No. HORSCH 60088382 • 03 • 08/2022 • en...
Observe the safety notes! HORSCH will not assume liability for any damage or malfunctions resulting from fail- ure of complying with the operating instructions. Any person commissioned to performing tasks on or with the machine must read and apply the operating instructions.
Introduction | 1 CAUTION Highlights a danger that can lead to injury if not avoided. Read all warning notes in these operating instructions! 1.2.2 Instructions NOTE Identifies important notes. Instructions for actions and their elements are marked by different symbols: ü...
• carrying out maintenance and/or repair work on a machine that has not been shut down or is not secured against restarting HORSCH does not assume any liability for damages resulting from the unintended use of the machine. 2.2 Operating Instructions...
• Operation • Maintenance • Troubleshooting and repair Operator trained by Furthermore, for certain activities the corresponding personnel must have been trained by service personnel from HORSCH. HORSCH This refers to the following activities: • Loading and transport • Commissioning...
2 | Safety and responsibility • Troubleshooting and repair • Disposal Certain work concerning maintenance and repair must only be carried out by an ex- pert workshop. Such work is identified with the additional comment Workshop work. 2.4 Children in danger Children are not able to assess dangers and may behave unpredictably.
This can lead to accidents with severe or even fatal physical injuries. Ø The machine must only be put into operation after receiving instructions by employees of the authorized dealer or a HORSCH employee. 60088382 • 03 • 08/2022 • en...
2 | Safety and responsibility All protective features and safety equipment, such as detachable protective devices (wheel chocks, etc.), must be correctly in place and reliably functioning before the machine is put into operation. Ø Check nuts and bolts, especially the ones on wheels and cultivation tools regu- larly for tight fit and retighten if necessary.
Safety and responsibility | 2 Ø Connect the hydraulic hoses to the tractor only when the hydraulics on tractor and machine are depressurised. Ø Lower all hydraulically lifted parts (e.g. wings, packer, undercarriage, etc.) to the ground before performing any work on the hydraulic system. Depressurise the hydraulics on the tractor and implement side.
2 | Safety and responsibility What to do in case of Voltage flashover generates high electric voltages on the outside of the machine. This results in extreme voltage differences at the ground around the machine. Wide voltage flashover strides, laying on the ground or supporting yourself with your hands on the ground can cause life-threatening electric currents (pace voltage).
Structural changes not approved by HORSCH may affect the functionality and opera- tional safety of the machine and will void any warranty claim. HORSCH is not liable for damages to life and limb as well as property damages res- ulting from unapproved retrofitting and conversions.
2 | Safety and responsibility Ø Modifications and extensions approved by HORSCH are only to be performed at an authorized workshop or by an operator who has been trained by HORSCH for this purpose. Ø Comply with country-specific regulations for weights, weight distribution and dimensions.
Safety and responsibility | 2 2.13 Danger zone The area indicates the danger zone of the machine: The danger zone around the machine poses the following hazards: • Accidental operation of the hydraulics can trigger dangerous movements of the machine. •...
2 | Safety and responsibility 2.14 Safety stickers Safety stickers on the machine warn of hazards at dangerous points and are an im- portant part of the safety equipment of the machine. Missing safety stickers increase the risk of severe or even fatal injuries. 1.
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Safety and responsibility | 2 When connecting the machine and when operating the hy- draulics, no persons are allowed between the machines! 00380145 Shut the engine down and pull off the key before starting maintenance and repair work. 00380294 Do not climb on rotatable parts. Use mounting steps provided for this purpose.
2 | Safety and responsibility 2.14.1 Positions of safety stickers The positions of the safety stickers depend on the equipment. Safety stickers with the addition "2x" can be found on either side of the machine. 60088382 • 03 • 08/2022 • en...
3 Commissioning NOTE These work activities may be carried out only by persons trained by HORSCH for this purpose. WARNING Increased danger of accidents during commissioning. Ø Observe the notes in the Safety chapter and familiarise yourself with the ma- chine! 3.1 Delivery...
3 | Commissioning 3.3 Installation Instruction of the operator and initial installation of the machine will be carried out by our service technicians or distributors. Any preceding use of the machine is prohibited! The machine can only be released for operation after the instruction session conduc- ted by service technicians or sales partners and after the operating instructions have been read.
The type plate with the CE marking is located on the frame or the hopper of the ma- chine. Data on the type plate: Sitzenhof 1 Made in Germany D-92421 Schwandorf Maschinen GmbH www.horsch.com A-0: A-1: A-2: A-3: Model designation Serial number...
Number of dual-acting control units Oil grade Mineral hydraulic oil Maximum system pressure 210 bar Brake connection Engine power Machine Cruiser 10 XL Cruiser 12 XL min. (kW/HP) 310 / 420 370 / 500 60088382 • 03 • 08/2022 • en...
Technical data | 4 4.3.1 Calculating the ballasting The permissible total weight, the permissible axle loads and the tyre load bearing ca- pacity must not be exceeded when mounting or connecting implements. The front axle of the tractor must always be loaded with at least 20 % of the curb weight of the tractor.
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4 | Technical data Calculations 1. Calculation of minimum front ballasting with rear implement: ∙ ( + ) − ∙ + 0,2 ∙ ∙ Enter the result into the table. 2. Calculation of minimum rear ballasting with front implement ∙ − ∙...
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Technical data | 4 Checking the calculations Check the calculated values additionally by weighing: Weigh the combination of tractor and towed or connected machine to determine the front and rear axle load. Compare the determined values with the calculated values. This includes: •...
5 Attachment 5.1 Overview Implement attachment Hose bracket Support wheels Support Tines Border disc Levelling discs Lubricate pendulum packer Lighting 10 Undercarriage 5.2 Hydraulics WARNING Danger of serious accidents and injuries from unintentional hydraulic movements! Ø Secure or lock the control units on the tractor. Ø...
Attachment | 5 NOTE Ø The machine is operated with mineral-based hydraulic oil. Do not mix mineral oils with organic or ester oils. The hydraulic circulation of the tractor or the hydraulic unit must contain min- eral-based hydraulic oil. Ø Oil purity acc. to ISO 4406: 18/16/13 Ø...
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5 | Attachment CAUTION Damages on the hydraulic motor The return flow pressure on the fan drive must not exceed 5 bar. Folding 180° / undercarriage Folding 90° NOTE The following hydraulic movements are carried out via the hoses marked with +: Lift Folding in Retraction of cultivation tools...
Attachment | 5 5.3 Aluminium clips The aluminium clips are plugged on the piston rods of hydraulic cylinders depending on the operating states. Different aluminium clips The thickness of the clips differs according to colour: Colour blue yellow black Silver Thickness 7 mm 10 mm...
5 | Attachment 5.4 Lighting 7-pin plug Rear light, right Lamp, blinker Lamp, tail light Lamp, brake light Rear light, left Lamp, brake light Lamp, tail light Lamp, blinker Number Designation Colour Function yellow Blinker left 54 g white Earth green Blinker right 58 R...
Attachment | 5 5.5 Instruction stickers 1. Clean soiled stickers. 2. Damaged or illegible stickers must be replaced immediately. 3. Apply the specified stickers to spare parts. Tighten with the appropriate torque. 00385488 00385488 Tighten with the appropriate torque. 00385489 00385489 Check the tyre pressure at regular inter- vals, adapt if necessary - see mainten-...
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Settings of the load-dependent brake force control: Valeurs de réglage de la correction de freinage asservie à la charge: sure control (workshop work) Cruiser 7 XL Cruiser 8 XL Cruiser 10 XL Terrano 10 FM Cruiser 12 XL Terrano 12 FM WABCO 475 713 000 0 Ventil Nr.
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Attachment | 5 Retighten the wheel nuts bolts for the first time after 50 km or 10 hours – see maintenance overview. 00380359 Jack lifting point 00385971 00385971 (1) Crank all levelling discs all the way up before road travel. (2) Observe the permissible transport width! 00385939 (1) Before road travel or after folding in...
6 Assembly groups 6.1 Spring-loaded tines The tines are designed as spring-loaded tines for flat tillage. The spring acts as stone release protection and prevents damage to tines, tine holders and coulters. Spring-loaded tines 6.2 Coulter Different variants are available depending on the conditions: FlexGrip coulter 5 cm FlexGrip coulter 5 cm Wearing tip from hard metal...
Assembly groups | 6 6.3 Packer In the working position the machine runs on the packer. The weight of the machine causes high compaction and a fine crumbly, level surface. With cohesive soils the packers may pick up soil and thus become considerably heavier.
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6 | Assembly groups Adjusting the pendulum packer CAUTION Damages on middle packer segment Ø Before folding the machine, lock the middle packer segment with bolt and cotter pin in position (1). To ensure uniform weight distribution on both packer shafts, the front packer shaft is supported in pivoting fashion within the packer frame (5).
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Assembly groups | 6 NOTE Ø Note the changed arrangement of the hole patterns on the centre packer. The front packer can give way toward the top on hard soil, which is limited by the Adjustment for hard soil stop position (6). Upward travel can be further limited by the hole pattern (pendulum path increasing from level 1 to level 4): 1.
NOTE Adjustments and repair work on the brake system must only be carried out in a pro- fessional workshop or by an operator, who has been specially trained by HORSCH. 7.1.1 Pneumatic brake The pneumatic brake is a dual-line single-circuit braking system with pressure regu- lator.
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Optional equipment | 7 Unhitch the brake The tractor must be secured with the parking brake when unhitching. 1. First disconnect the coupling head "Provision" (red). 2. Then disconnect the coupling head "Brake" (yellow). Brake valve unit The basic setting depends on the equipment or curb weight of the machine and has been preset.
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7 | Optional equipment 4. After the required measures (towing, retrieving, etc.) have been completed, screw in the threaded rod to engage the brake again. 5. Pull the threaded rod with nut and washer from the brake cylinder and fasten it in the parking position.
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Optional equipment | 7 4. Turn the adjustment screw back to the left by 3 more catches. 5. Check: Pull the brake lever by hand. The piston rod must move approx. 7– 20 mm toward the outside, depending on the axle and length of the lever (2): 60088382 •...
8 Operation WARNING Ø Whenever working on the machine pay attention to the associated safety notes in the chapter "Safety and Introduction" as well as the accident preven- tion regulations! 8.1 Commissioning / Tractor change During initial commissioning and when changing the tractor, the machine must be adapted to the tractor.
Operation | 8 6. If necessary, insert the pin into the other hole or use the short fork (option), depending on the equipment. 7. For the adjustment relieve the cylinder, e.g. lower the machine on the support or lift with appropriate means. 8.1.2 Adapting the hose bracket Adapt the hose bracket and the hose length to the tractor.
8 | Operation WARNING Leaking hydraulic fluid can cause serious injuries! Danger of injury by unwanted machine movements. Ø Connect and disconnect the hydraulic lines only when the hydraulics are without pressure on both tractor and machine. 8.2.1 Hitching up The machine must be properly connected to a tractor before any machine move- ments.
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Operation | 8 (1) Lock valve open • Adjust the height of the drawbar to allow the machine to engage. • Pick up the machine. • Insert the bolts and secure them. Machines with ball and socket coupling: • Connect hydraulic lines of the hydraulic cylinder to the drawbar at the control unit of the tractor.
8 | Operation 9. Lift up the machine and align it horizontally. The machine is lifted out by the hydraulic cylinders on drawbar and packer frame. 10. Remove the clips placed on the hydraulic cylinders on the packer frame and undercarriage.
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Operation | 8 WARNING Damage to the hydraulics can cause unintended unfolding of the wings (90°). Risk of accident! Ø Check the correct attachment of the anti-fold mechanism before road travel (1). NOTE Ø Make sure before driving on public roads that the machine meets all respect- ive applicable national road traffic regulations.
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8 | Operation 5. Fill up the hydraulic cylinder of the drawbar with clips (1). Lower the machine and check the horizontal alignment. Position of control units Position Floating position Locked position during road travel Control unit Folding 90° Folding 180° / undercarriage Lift/lower 60088382 •...
Operation | 8 8.2.3 Parking DANGER Serious accidents from loss of stability! Ø Park the machine only on a level and firm ground. Ø Secure the machine with wheel chocks against rolling away before unhitch- ing. Ø The machine has a negative drawbar load during the folding process and when the seed bar is not lowered.
8 | Operation • Release the bolt and move the machine to clear. • Close the lock valve on the hydraulic cylinder of the drawbar. Machines with ball and socket coupling: • Open the lock valve on the hydraulic cylinder of the drawbar. •...
Operation | 8 WARNING Risk of accident through uncontrolled machine movements Ø Never switch the control unit for the folding function to the floating position before the machine is fully folded in or unfolded and the folding process is complete. CAUTION Damages on middle packer segment Ø...
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8 | Operation 4. Move the mechanical anti-fold mechanism to the parking position and secure with cotter pin (1). 5. Operate the control unit Unfolding 90° until the inside 90° wings are fully un- folded. Drive forward with at least 5 km/h (4) just before the packers on the inside (3) touch the ground! The packers could otherwise dig into the ground and get damaged.
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Operation | 8 Outer wings (180°) 1. Operate the control unit Unfolding 180° wings/Swivel out undercarriage. The undercarriage is lifted and the machine is lowered on the packer. Drive for- ward with at least 5 km/h (6) just before the packers on the inside (5) touch the ground! The packers could otherwise dig into the ground and get dam- aged.
8 | Operation 7. If the pressure indicated on the pressure gauge is greater than 10 bar, briefly operate the control unit Folding in 90° wings until the pressure gauge shows 0 bar. Do not fold in the machine further. 8. After the folding process switch the control unit to floating position. 8.3.2 Folding in DANGER Serious accidents when accidentally unfolding the machine...
Operation | 8 6. Lift the machine completely and align it horizontally, see section Transport po- sition. 8.4 Adjusting the middle section relief The middle section of the machine sinks into the soil more than the outer sections, especially on light soils, due to its greater weight. This can be compensated for by holding the pressure on the hydraulic cylinders for folding (90°) constant: Middle section Wings (90°)
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8 | Operation 4. Lift the machine. 5. If the pressure indicated on the pressure gauge on the front right folding cylin- der is greater than 10 bar, briefly operate the control unit Folding in 90° wings until the pressure gauge shows 0 bar. Do not fold in the machine further. 6.
Operation | 8 CAUTION Damage to the middle section relief Be careful in valleys or depressions across the direction of travel for additional obstacles such as stones. Ø Reduce the travel speed. Ø Drive around obstacles. Position of control units Position Floating position Locked position during use in the field...
8 | Operation Position of control units at Position Floating position Neutral the headland Control unit Folding 90° Folding 180° / undercarriage Lift/lower 8.5 Depth setting Depth setting in the field is made via the packer at the rear and via drawbar and support wheels at the front.
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Operation | 8 Packer Support wheels Drawbar The ratio of the clips to the working depth is approx. 1:4. Ratio The maximum working depth is 15 cm. In this case no clips have been inserted. The cylinders just rest on the fixed clips. To reduce the working depth, clips must be fitted according to the ratio.
8 | Operation Levelling discs Adjust the working depth of the levelling discs with the adjustment cranks. Ø Adjust the two outer adjustment cranks on each side of the machine to the same position (note the scale). Ø Adjust the height of the levelling discs on the middle section to the outer discs. Observe the changed direction of rotation and ratio of the middle adjustment cranks or upper link at this.
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Operation | 8 Support wheels repositioning 1. Lift the machine until the support wheels can be turned freely. 2. Secure one support wheel with a wooden block or similar against lowering. 3. Remove the other wheel: 4. Loosen the mounting screw; reposition the bearing journal and tighten screw in the outside hole: 5.
8 | Operation 8.7 Use in the field 8.7.1 Work notes 1. Unfold the machine in the field and adjust; see section Wings, depth setting, middle section relief and Assembly groups. 2. Switch the control units for wings 90°, wings 180° and lift/lower to the float- ing position.
Operation | 8 Folding 180° / undercarriage Lift/lower Position of control units Position Floating position Locked position during use in the field Control unit Folding 90° Folding 180° / undercarriage Lift/lower 60088382 • 03 • 08/2022 • en...
8 | Operation 8.7.2 Checks The working quality essentially depends on the adjustments and checks made prior to and during use, as well as on regular care and maintenance of the machine. Ø Carry out all maintenance tasks and adjustments before starting to work. NOTE Ø...
The machine has been designed and built to offer maximum performance, economy and operator friendliness under a vast variety of operating conditions. Prior to delivery, the machine was checked at the factory and by the HORSCH sales partner to ensure the optional condition of the machine.
9 | Care and maintenance 9.1.2 Before the season Maintenance location Work instructions Complete machine Read the operating instructions carefully as a refresher Check all screw connections for firm seating and retighten as necessary. Check condition and function of all protective features and replace, if necessary. Check electrical lines for damage and replace, if necessary.
Care and maintenance | 9 9.1.3 During the season Maintenance location Work notes Interval Machine in general Frame and frame connecting Check condition and firm seating daily parts Wear items Replace all wear items when the • wear limits have been reached •...
9 | Care and maintenance Wheels All wheels Check for damages (cracks, etc.) and wear and replace if necessary. daily All wheels Retighten all wheel nuts. 50 h M18 x 1.5 – 300 Nm [221 ft.lb] M22 x 1.5 – 510 Nm [376 ft.lb] Bearing of the running axle Check clearance and adjust if necessary 120 h stub...
Care and maintenance | 9 9.3 Lubricating the machine Ø Lubricate the machine regularly and after each wash with a suitable grease gun. This ensures operability and reduces repair costs and downtimes. CAUTION Handling lubricants Lubricants and mineral oil products are no danger to health as long as they are used as instructed.
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9 | Care and maintenance • Hitching • Hydraulic cylinders for flaps • Hydraulic cylinder, undercarriage • Support wheels • Frame • Packer frame • Adjustment cranks 60088382 • 03 • 08/2022 • en...
Care and maintenance | 9 • Drawbar • Undercarriage • Support wheels • Lubricate pendulum packer Lubrication points with the addition "2x" can be found on either side of the ma- chine. 9.4 Drawbar eye Ø Check mounting screws for firm seating. Ø...
9 | Care and maintenance Designation Nominal dimension (mm) Wear dimension (mm) Ø eye a Width of ring b 25.5 23.0 Height of ring h 54.0 51.5 Tightening torque of fastening screws: 600 Nm Designation Nominal dimension (mm) Wear dimension (mm) ø...
Care and maintenance | 9 9.6 Ball-and-socket coupling Before each connecting 1. Clean ball and spherical cap. 2. Replace the foam ring if damaged and/or heavily soiled. 3. Place the foam ring. 4. Check ball and spherical cap for wear. Hold the gauge lengthwise toward the direction of travel.
9 | Care and maintenance max. 0,5 mm max. 0,5 mm Ø Secure the hold-down with bolt and cotter pin. Ø Place the protective cap on the ball. After unhitching 9.7 Packer Ø Check the packer bearings for firm seating. Ø...
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Care and maintenance | 9 Mounting the packer WARNING Dropping or rolling machine parts can cause severe crushing injuries, etc.! Ø Support the raised machine by appropriate means and secure the packer against rolling away. Ø Comply with the accident prevention instructions. Perform this action on all packer bearings: 1.
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9 | Care and maintenance 7. Tighten the inside screw (tightening torques 180 ± 20 Nm). 8. Pull out the screw if it cannot be tightened and press the conical nut against the outside screw. 9. Bolt the packer shaft together with the spacer (6) to the side arm (7). Dismantling the packer WARNING Dropping or rolling machine parts can cause severe crushing injuries,...
Care and maintenance | 9 3. Unscrew the inside screw (4) for about 1 cm. 4. Knock the screw inward to detach the conical nut from the outside screw (5). 5. Loosen the outside screw (6) and remove the bearing. 9.8 Machine storage The following steps must be followed if the machine is to be shut down for a longer period of time: 1.
9 | Care and maintenance 9.9 Changing wheels WARNING Traffic and work accidents from improper mounting! Ø Perform the wheel change only when the machine is hitched to the tractor and in stable position. Ø Never park the machine without securing it when the wheel(s) is/are dis- mantled! Ø...
Care and maintenance | 9 8. Loosen the wheel nuts and remove the wheel. 9. Attach the new wheel and fasten it. Tighten all wheel nuts crosswise: etc. 10. Remove the tripod trestle and lower the machine. 11. Tighten the wheel nuts with the torque wrench. NOTE Retighten the wheel nuts after 10 km.
9 | Care and maintenance WARNING Danger of crushing on the pre-tensioned tine Ø Change tines, guide plate and clamping wedge only by using the assembly fix- ture and according to the directions of the operating instructions. Never loosen the mounting screws of the guide plate and the clamping wedge while the tines are pre-tensioned! Ø...
Care and maintenance | 9 9.10.2 Dismantling tines 1. Unfold the machine and engage the parking brake of the tractor. 2. Lift the machine completely. 3. Fold down the support. 4. Plug on clips to the hydraulic cylinders of the undercarriage. 5.
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9 | Care and maintenance Tines with left-handed twist Tines with right-handed twist 8. The square tubing of the frame has different cross-sections (80 mm, 100 mm, 120 mm). Depending on which tube the tine was mounted, insert the spacers on the mounting fixture as shown. Plug spacers not needed in the parking posi- tion (4).
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Care and maintenance | 9 Spacers for square tubing 120 mm 9. Position the tine on the assembly fixture so that the stop dome (6) points to the tine and the single screw is located in the guide eye (7): 10. Put on the clamping plate (8), put on the washers and tighten the nuts in the order shown.
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9 | Care and maintenance 11. Tighten the screws until a gap (approx. 5 mm) is created between the clamp- ing wedge (9) and the tine: 12. Loosen the screws (10) and remove the guide plate (11). 13. Remove the clamping wedge (12): 14. Dismantle the nuts on the clamping plate. The tine is relieved and can be re- moved from the assembly fixture.
Care and maintenance | 9 9.10.3 Mounting tines 1. Take the tine to be replaced from the bracket and insert the new tine. Observe the correct position of the screws: Hexagon screw M16 x 180 Hexagon screw M16 x 200 2.
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9 | Care and maintenance 5. Put on the guide plate (5) and bolt together with the clamping wedge: 6. Dismantle the nuts on the clamping plate. The tine is relieved and can be re- moved from the assembly fixture. 7. Mount the tine on the frame at the appropriate location. Put on the clamping plate, put on the washers and tighten the nuts in the or- der shown.
Attention must be paid to all valid regulations! Decommissioning and waste disposal must only be carried out by operators who have been trained by HORSCH. Contact a waste disposal company, if this should be necessary. 60088382 • 03 • 08/2022 • en...
The customers' satisfaction with the machine and the company are of prime import- ance to HORSCH. The service staff of our sales partners and the service employees of HORSCH will al- ways be available for assistance with problems. The service staff require the following information to correct technical defects as quickly as possible: •...
12 Tightening torque NOTE Ø The tightening torques only serve as guidelines and are generally valid. Actual data given at the corresponding points in the operating instructions have pri- ority. Ø Screws and nuts must not be treated with lubricants, since this would change the friction value.
12 | Tightening torque 12.4 Inch screws (ft.lb) Tightening torques – inch screws in ft.lb Screw diameter Strength 2 Strength 5 Strength 8 No marks on the 3 marks on the 6 marks on the head head head Inch Coarse Fine Coarse Fine Coarse Fine thread thread thread thread...
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