Target group .......................... 10 Product description ........................11 4.1. Respiro R3 compact ....................... 11 4.2. Respiro R3 profi ........................13 Mounting of the machine ......................22 5.1. Coupling of the lower and upper links .................. 22 5.2. Setting the working height ....................24 5.3.
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Respiro R3 profi ......................... 55 Electrical plans ........................... 56 15.1. Respiro R3 profi ......................... 56 15.2. Respiro R3 compact ......................57 Transport on lorry or trailer ...................... 59 Emergency service ........................60 Reiter Innovative Technology customer service ............... 60 Page 3...
2. General Please read this operating manual carefully and keep it in the vicinity of the pick-up belt rake. This will allow you to refer to it at any time for information regarding your safety and proper use of the machine. 2.1.
2.3. CE mark The CE mark to be affixed by the manufacturer informs others about the machine’s conformity with the provisions of the Machinery Directive and other relevant EC Directives. EC Declaration of Conformity (see appendix) By signing the EC Declaration of Conformity, the manufacturer declares that the machines placed on the market are in compliance with all relevant health and safety requirements.
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Do not stand in the swivel range of the rotor while the machine is in operation. Never step into the driving zone of the tractor. Never reach into the crush hazard area while the parts there are capable of moving. 2.4.2.
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Warning signs: Risk of crushing Warning signs: Risk of crushing Respiro R3 profi: correct setting of mounting frame height Page 7...
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Maximum oil flow 60 l/min Warning signs: Read operating manual before commissioning Respiro R3 compact: Warning sign, risk of crushing Page 8...
3. Important information about your safety The Respire pick-up belt rake is designed and built according to recognised safety regulations. Risks can nevertheless arise during use. The following safety instructions and the special warnings in the individual chapters must be complied with for this reason. 3.1.
4. Product description The harvest forage is picked up from the ground by the pick-up (1). The swath roller (2) presses the harvest forage against the pick-up and guides the flow of material to the rotor (3). The driven rotor conveys the harvest forage evenly on to the conveyor belt (4). The harvest forage can be deposited by the conveyor belt on either the left or the right of the machine.
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Suspension via two springs (1) to the tractor Alternatively, integrated linkage suspension on the tractor Sectional view of Respiro R3 compact, conveyor belt width 700 mm. Page 12...
Stone guard (1) and cleaning strip (2) for the strip mill roller (3). 4.2. Respiro R3 profi Suspension integrated into the front linkage. No springs required to tractor. No integrated linkage suspension required. Page 13...
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Tractor’s front linkage fixed at one height for field work and transport. Conveyor belt drive via hydraulic motor (1) and connector (2). Page 14...
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Conveyor belt: Roller bearing (1) with fine adjustment (2) for optimal centring of the conveyor belt. Parking jack (1) for the work unit. Respiro R3 profi: Setting the spring relief (1). Page 16...
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Respiro R3 profi: Check valve (1) in the return flow of the hydraulic drive. Respiro R3 profi: Lifting cylinder (1) with electromagnetically actuated seat valve (2). Labyrinth seal for conveyor belt. Page 17...
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Transition part (1) from the elastic pick-up to the conveyor belt. Transparent plastic guide element (1): Driver can see the conveyor belt. Operating condition of the conveyor belt and direction of deposit are easy to identify. Transparent plastic guide element (1): View from the side of the conveyor belt. Page 18...
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(valves can no longer be actuated electromagnetically). Emergency actuation Respiro R3 profi: Y5: Turn screw (1) clockwise => the belt travels to the right Respiro R3 compact: Y5: Turn screw (1) clockwise => the belt travels to the left Belt speed: Y1: Turn screw (3) clockwise => the belt travels faster...
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CAN module (1) Magnetic fields can damage the electronics of the CAN module. Electromagnetically actuated values are no longer able to switch. Do not mount any magnets near the CAN module! Page 21...
5. Mounting of the machine The Respiro R3 compact and Respiro R3 profi are preferably mounted on the front linkage of the tractor. For tractors with reverse drive device, the R3 profi version is preferred. Make sure that the suspension is properly adjusted for all mounted attachments.
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4. Lift machine with the front hydraulics and move yellow supporting strut (1) to the highest position. During operation, the mounting frame of the Respiro R3 profi remains in a fixed position (limiting chains may be used to secure this position). The machine is only lifted in the turnrow with the hydraulic cylinder on the mounting frame.
5.2. Setting the working height Select the correct length of the upper link to attain the required working height of the pick- up tines from the ground. On a level surface, the distance between the tines and the ground should be around 1-2 cm. 5.3.
Overheating of the hydraulic oil. Seals on valves and hydraulic elements may be damaged. If possible, always use the free return flow in order to keep oil heating low through lower pressure losses. Overloading of the hydraulic motors at flow rates above 60 l/min. This results in damage to the seals and bearings of the hydraulic motors.
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Main cable (3), plug to the control terminal (4) and plug to the machine (5) The machine is mounted on the tractor and the hydraulic connections are linked up. 1. Connect the plug (1) to the machine and install the cable cleanly along the right-hand side of tractor in the direction of travel.
5.5. Ballasting of the tractor Depending on the kerb weight of the tractor, a ballasting of the tractor may be recommended for types Respiro R3 compact and Respiro R3 profi. Rule of thumb: If 500 kg of front machine is to be “balanced”, a ballast of around 750 kg is required at the rear.
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The following table only provides recommendations for ballasting the rear of the tractor. Each case differs depending on the field and operating conditions; the correct ballast must therefore be carefully selected. Recommended ballast at rear Weight of the R3 compact R3 compact R3 profi tractor...
6.2. Rotor switch Rotor position fixed, Respiro R3 profi: Lifting cylinder active Lift out rotor, Respiro R3 profi: Lifting cylinder not active Floating position of rotor, Respiro R3 profi: Lifting cylinder active Damage can occur if the rotor is not in the floating position during field work.
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If the rotor is lifted all the way up, the locking position of the rotor must not be selected. Before locking the rotor, move it to a lower position. Respiro R3 profi If this function is used during field work to set the height of the rotor, the floating position of the working unit is interrupted.
6.3. Belt switch Belt direction switch Left or right can be selected for the belt direction. In the centre position, the belt stands still. Danger of clogging Conveyor belt becomes overfilled. The belt direction must not be changed during field operation. The belt direction may only ever be changed in the turnrow or when the machine is at a standstill.
1. Select preload in such a way that the machine rests on the ground with around 150- 250 kg. 2. The setting of the springs is correct when the machine lowers itself without tilting. Basic setting, Respiro R3 profi 60 mm 30 mm Proven basic setting of the springs.
Respiro R3 compact Hang suspension springs in the tractor at an angle of around 30°-45° to the horizontal. Select preload in such a way that the machine rests on the ground with around 150-250 kg. 30° Do not overextend the maximum spring preload on flat ground by 250-280 mm around the spring. 8.2.
1-1,5 cm raking horizon Distance from pick-up tines to ground approx. 10-15 mm. 8.3. Oil flow The oil flow directly controls the speed of the pick-up and the rotor. Depending on the harvest and forward speed in the field, a flow rate of between 35 l/min and 60 l/min is recommended 8.4.
Select the lowest possible system speed. This has the following advantages: Less wear on all components Oil heats up less Lower power requirement Crop protection is better; fewer leaf losses Less forage contamination and fewer foreign objects in the harvest forage 8.5.
8.6. Headland position Lift the machine via the front linkage (R3 compact) or via the hydraulic cylinder on the mounting frame (R3 profi). In the headland, the belt can be brought to a standstill in order to avoid losing any harvest forage. 8.7.
8.8. Pick-up cover: For flawless operation of the pick-up, there is a clearance between the last scraper and the side cover at both ends. This clearance should be as small as possible without jamming the pick-up tines. No forage is drawn in and the pick-up can operate flawlessly. The distance between the side cover and the first scraper should be approx.
9. Maintenance The pick-up and rotor are generally maintenance-free. Wear should be checked for daily. Components should be changed depending on the wear condition. Maintenance work must be carried out only when the machine is at a standstill and the key has been removed from the ignition.
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3. Loosen M8 screw (1) on the clamping ring (2). 4. Remove the half-shell and replace damaged tines. 5. Re-join the tine disc and re-assemble with the clamping ring. Tighten the M8 screw with nominal torque. 6. Re-mount the scraper. Page 39...
9.2. Replacing rotor tines Rotor tines can be damaged by foreign objects. It is not necessary to replace tines immediately. Carry out a replacement if more than 3 tines per tine star are damaged. The replacement can be performed during the winter inspection. 1.
9.3. Replacing wear discs Wear discs should be checked daily for wear. Perform the replacement as soon as a wear disc is worn down. This will avoid damage to the basic disc. Damage to the basic disc. Not only is the wear disc to be replaced but also the base disc. High follow-up costs. Check the wear condition of the wear discs daily.
9.5. Replacing the conveyor belt If the crack or slit in the conveyor belt can no longer be stopped, the belt must be replaced. The following steps are required to replace the belt (two people are recommended for some of the work steps): Removing the pick-up: 1.1 Loosen the central fixing of the pick-up via the lock nuts (1) on the threaded rods 1.2 Loosen the hydraulic lines (1) to the drive of the pick-up.
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1.3 Loosen the left and right gusset plate (1) only at the screws (2x2) to the main frame (2). Note: never loosen the screw connection of the gusset plate to the frame structure struts (3). 1.4 Push tractor back carefully. The pick-up (1) releases from the belt unit. Note: Ensure that the hydraulic lines (2) do not get stuck in the tunnel at the start.
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2.2 Removal of the labyrinth bar (1) on the front of the conveyor belt including transition strip (2) to the pick-up. 2.3 Flange bearing on right at front (1) and rear (2): Loosen screws Release fine adjustment at front and rear. Loosen screw (3) only slightly. No need to counter- hold the nut.
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4. Replacing the belt Remove the broken belt and insert a new one. Ensure that no damage is caused while putting on the belt. 5. Retighten belt tension (1) on both sides and align. 6. Conveyor belt in non-tensioned but taut state: apply a 1000 mm mark on the belt. Then tension the belt using the fine adjustment so that the 1000 mm mark amounts to 1006-1008 mm (see picture) Page 45...
7. Adjust belt using the fine-adjustment function. Carefully perform a trial run. If required, readjust the rollers using the fine adjustment. Check that the belt is centred. Retighten the flanged bearing. 8. Re-mount non-contact labyrinth bar and plastic trim. 9.6. Readjust / adjust cleaning strip for conveyor belt roller 1.
9.9. Lubrication plan The following points are to be greased / lubricated every 50 hours: Bearing, rotor bracket Rotor hydraulic cylinder Respiro R3 profi: Hydraulic cylinder, lifting Page 47...
Troubleshooting Assistance for problem solving. If you are in any doubt, contact your sales representative or customer service. 10.1. Pick-up and rotor are not working Pressure build-up due to the sun shining on the hydraulic system. Release return flow between quick connector and check valve on the machine. 10.2.
10.6. Conveyor belt is running lopsided Conveyor belt is moving strongly to one side. Check the condition of the conveyor belt edge for wear. Correct conveyor belt operation by adjusting the fine adjustment when the belt is running slowly.
Useful tips 11.1. Switching off Respiro R3 profi When parking the machine, leave the support feet in the highest position. Lower the lower link until the upper link moves freely and unhooks from the machine. Move support feet to the lowest position ...
Storage instructions The following storage instructions increase the service life of the product: The machine should be parked on a flat and even surface. Parking area 3 x 2.4 m Pick-up is distorted as little as possible. Increases the service life. ...
Technical data Description Respiro R3 Respiro R3 Respiro R3 profi compact compact B 700 B 1000 Length 1792 mm 2100 mm 2400 mm Width 2997 mm 2997 mm 2997 mm Height 1300 mm 1300 mm 1350 mm Weight 960 kg...
Transport on lorry or trailer Hook position for easy loading and unloading. The front position is for a machine with a belt width of 1 m, the rear position for a belt width of 0.7 m. Band 1m Band 0,7m Do not pick up the machine with a forklift truck below the belt body.
In the event of problems that cannot be solved with the user manual, please contact your contractual service partner. 1. Local sales partner 2. Local customer service 3. Reiter Innovative Technology customer service Reiter Innovative Technology customer service RT Engineering GmbH Eben 5a...
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