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Summarization of Contents
1. Introduction
Intended Use
Defines the machine's purpose and limitations, emphasizing agricultural use.
Performance
Discusses the machine's capabilities and factors affecting its output, including a capacity table.
Safety
General Safety Instructions
Lists essential safety practices before, during, and after operation, covering machine and personnel safety.
Locking of Guards
Explains how hinged guards are secured with locks to prevent unauthorized access during maintenance.
Connection and Disconnection
Details safe procedures for connecting and disconnecting the machine from the tractor, including PTO shaft and hydraulic couplings.
Machine Adjustments
Outlines critical safety steps and checks before making adjustments, emphasizing stopping moving parts.
Transport
Covers speed limits, securing attachments, lighting requirements, and precautions for safe road transport.
Working
Provides safety guidelines for operating the machine, emphasizing hazard awareness and blockage prevention.
Parking
Details procedures for safely parking the machine, including locking and securing the jack and wheels.
Greasing Safety
Advises on safe greasing practices, emphasizing disabling the PTO and tractor engine and avoiding direct spray on bearings.
Blade Grinding Safety
Outlines the procedure for blade grinding, emphasizing safety precautions, guard closure, and eye protection.
Safety Decals Explained
Explains the meaning of various safety decals displayed on the machine to ensure user understanding.
2. CONNECTION TO TRACTOR
Hydraulic System Connection
Details hydraulic connection requirements, oil flow, pressure considerations, and proper hose routing.
Bypass Valve Adjustment
Explains how to set the bypass valve for different tractor hydraulic systems (open/closed centre) for optimal oil flow.
Electric System Connection
Describes how to connect the machine's electric system to the tractor's power supply and the control box placement.
Electro-Hydraulic Control Operation
Explains the operation of the electro-hydraulic control system via the control box and the importance of turning it off.
Control Functions Overview
Details joystick controls for chute rotation, drawbar movement, deflector position, and pick-up lifting/lowering.
Reverse Function Operation
Explains how to use the reverse function for feed rollers and pick-up, including neutral position selection.
Control Panel Lights
Describes the meaning of control lights on the panel indicating system status, metal detector activity, and metal stops.
Drawbar and PTO Drive Shaft Setup
Provides instructions for adjusting the PTO shaft length and drawbar height for proper connection and horizontal PTO shaft.
PTO Drive Shaft Shortening and Friction Clutch
Details PTO shaft shortening precautions and explains the function of the PTO drive shaft friction clutch.
3. MOUNTING OF EQUIPMENT
Trailer Hitch Mounting
Describes the combi-hitch and its mounting positions for connecting trailers securely.
Hydraulic Hitch Hook (Auto-Hitch)
Explains the operation, connection, and safety requirements for the hydraulic hitch hook, including traffic rule adherence.
Pick-Up Unit Mounting
Details the procedure for connecting and securing the pick-up unit to the base machine using pins and a relief device.
Transport Conversion
Describes how to convert the drawbar to transport position using electro-hydraulics and safety lock valves.
Chute Fitting and Turning
Explains the different chute options and fitting positions for the chute turning bracket to optimize unloading direction.
Standard and Collapsible Chutes
Describes the standard chute and the operation, folding, and transport of the collapsible chute for lower transport height.
Chute for Parallel Operation
Describes a chute option for parallel operation with a specific transport height that cannot be folded.
4. ADJUSTMENTS
Pick-Up Height Adjustment
Details adjusting the pick-up height using support rollers for optimal ground contact and efficient grass pickup.
Auger Slip Clutch Adjustment
Discusses the auger's slip clutch adjustment for optimal performance, blockage avoidance, and spare parts.
Pick-Up Tine Speed Adjustment
Explains how to change pick-up tine speed using different sprockets for optimizing material harvesting.
Opening the Rotor Housing
Provides safety warnings and guidance for opening the rotor housing, especially with a collapsible chute, noting the strong springs.
Opening Rotor Housing with Collapsible Chute
Details the procedure for opening the rotor housing when the machine is equipped with a collapsible chute, emphasizing safety.
Rotor and Roller Section Adjustments
Covers the adjustment of the distance between rotor blades and shear-bar, and scraper settings with torque specifications.
Cutting Length Adjustments
Explains how to change cutting lengths using the harvest gearbox gears and by moving the pulley ring for shorter lengths.
Blade Replacement and Adjustment
Details procedures for replacing and adjusting blades, including torque specifications, balance, and wear limits.
Blade Grinding Procedure
Outlines the process and safety precautions for grinding the machine's blades, including pre-grinding checks.
Grinding Operation Steps
Step-by-step guide for performing the grinding operation safely, emphasizing closed guards and stone adjustment.
Sharpening the Rotor Blades
Continues the grinding operation, detailing blade sharpening movement, guard closure, and PTO shaft repositioning.
Rough Grinding Procedure
Describes rough grinding for significantly worn blades, including angle specifications and safety precautions for blocking the rotor.
Reverse Function Operation Details
Explains the use of the reverse function, recommending reduced RPM for longevity and detailing overlap specifications.
Neutral Position Explanation
Defines the neutral position of the belt drive, its function, and associated safety warnings regarding rotating rotors.
5. METAL DETECTOR (MD)
Metal Detector Purpose and Components
Introduces the metal detector system and its purpose, describing the magnet tub sensor and its magnetic field.
Metal Detection and Feed Intake Stop
Details how metal detection triggers a stop sequence, activating the pawl and neutralizing the feed intake.
Resetting the Metal Detector
Explains the procedure for resetting the metal detector after a detection event, requiring a minimum reverse duration.
MD Control Unit Overview
Describes the MD control unit's role in metal detection, its connections, and system status lights on the control box.
MD Control Unit Operation and Warnings
Explains how to turn the metal detector on/off, its automatic activation, and critical warnings regarding operation during neutral position.
Metal Detector Adjustments: Ratchet Stop
Covers adjustments for the metal detector's ratchet stop system, detailing components and the importance of precise distance settings.
MD Fault Finding and Spring Assembly
Refers to troubleshooting for the MD system and explains the role of the spring assembly in the stop system's speed.
6. WORKING IN THE FIELD
General Field Operation Conditions
Discusses adjusting cutting length, using sharp blades, and managing slip clutches for efficient field work.
Swathing Before Chopping
Advises on creating regular swaths for efficient chopping and avoiding blockages by using double swaths.
Transport Position Setup
Describes how to position the machine correctly for transport, including chute placement and drawbar adjustment for clearance.
Starting in the Field and Metal Detector Check
Details the steps for starting the machine, activating controls, and checking the metal detector system functionality.
Field Working Procedures
Provides guidance on increasing RPM, forward speed, using capacity reserves, and optimal pick-up function for efficient field work.
Pick-Up Unit Adjustment and Operation
Explains how to adjust pick-up height using support rollers and securing the cylinder stop for proper field operation.
Clearing Auger and Feed Intake Blockages
Outlines procedures for clearing blockages in the auger and feed intake sections, including using the reverse function.
Clearing Rotor Blockages
Details steps to clear blockages in the rotor, including PTO shaft repositioning and reversing material out of the chute.
After Work Procedures and Working Positions
Covers setting the reverse system to neutral after work and adjusting the drawbar position for different working offsets relative to the tractor.
Offset and In-Line Working Positions
Describes semi-offset and in-line working positions, including PTO shaft angle considerations and drawbar adjustments for turns.
7. MAINTENANCE
General Maintenance and Safety
Emphasizes safety during maintenance, bolt retightening after operation, and general torque specifications for fasteners.
Guard Locks and Tyre Pressure
Explains the locking mechanism on guards for safe maintenance access and lists recommended tyre pressures for the machine.
Friction Clutch Function and Maintenance
Explains the function of the front PTO drive shaft friction clutch and the need for regular "airing" to prevent sticking.
Clutch Airing Procedure
Details the step-by-step process to "air" the clutch to ensure proper function and prevent dirt/rust buildup.
Friction Clutch Torque Adjustment
Describes how to adjust the friction clutch torque, including settings and warnings against overheating or unauthorized changes.
Fuse Identification and Replacement
Identifies fuse locations and specifications in the control system and MD control unit, with warnings against using higher power fuses.
Roller Lubrication and Chain Tensioning
Advises on lubricating rollers during non-use and explains how to adjust chain tension for the pick-up auger.
Gearbox Oil Specifications
Swivel Gearbox Oil
Details oil types, quantities, and level checks for the swivel gearbox, including oil change intervals.
Harvest Gearbox Oil
Provides oil specifications and level checking procedures for the harvest gearbox, including oil change intervals.
12. MISCELLANEOUS
Hydraulic Diagram for FCT 1460
Presents the hydraulic circuit diagram for the FCT 1460 forage harvester, showing component connections and flow.
Control System Overview
Shows the components of the electronic control system, including the control box, power supply, and wiring connections.
Control Box Layout
Illustrates the layout and labeling of controls, buttons, and indicators on the operator's control box.
Machine Control Unit and Wiring
Displays the control unit mounted on the machine and its wiring terminal layouts for various functions.
Metal Detector (MD) Control Unit
Shows the metal detector control unit, its internal components, and external connections for sensors and indicators.
Control Unit Wiring System
Provides a detailed wiring table for the control unit on the machine, linking functions to specific connections, wires, and terminals.
MD Control Unit Wiring System
Presents the wiring system details for the metal detector control unit, including function descriptions and connection types.
Metal Detector (MD) Fault Finding
Offers a table with common faults for the MD system, their possible causes, and recommended remedies for troubleshooting.
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