Table of contents Table of contents About these instructions............................1 1.1 Introduction................................. 1 1.2 Target groups..............................3 1.3 Applied presentations............................3 1.3.1 Signal words and hazard statements...................... 3 1.3.2 Symbols and text markings........................4 1.3.3 Direction specifications..........................4 1.4 ...
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Table of contents 6.2.2 Mounting the weed harrow........................39 6.3 Adjusting the machine..........................41 6.3.1 Adjusting working depth.......................... 41 6.3.2 Adjusting share position........................... 46 6.3.3 Adjusting height of the levelling tools precisely................49 6.3.4 Adjust the weed harrow..........................50 6.3.5 ...
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Appendix..................................88 A Type plate variants............................. 89 B Tightening torques screws ..........................90 C LEMKEN overview of operating materials....................94 D Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines............96 E Cross shaft overview............................100 en-GB | Item no. 17516743 | BA Rev 00/2024-06...
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About these instructions 1 About these instructions 1.1 Introduction These operating instructions are important and belong to the machine's scope of delivery. These operating instructions must be available to the user at the place of use. Always read chapter "Safety" before using the machine for the first time.
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Validity range These operating instructions describe operation of the machine after initial commissioning by the LEMKEN sales partner and handover to the operator. Prior to operation, initial commissioning and instruction in operation, setting/adjustment and maintenance must have been carried out.
About these instructions 1.2 Target groups The target groups of these operating instructions are operators, users and service personnel of the machine. The target groups must meet the requirements for operators, users and service personnel as defined in these instructions. INFORMATION Ä...
About these instructions 1.3.2 Symbols and text markings Symbol, text marking Meaning In front of and in texts Marking for routine maintenance tasks ● Activities that demand the help of service personnel. Listing Position numbers [1], Example: ‘Adjustments’ Software element Example: [OK] Softkey, key, switch and button...
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Latest versions of the LEMKEN docu‐ ments The latest versions of the LEMKEN documents can be found in the LEMKEN Online Information System (LEONIS). Users can access LEONIS via the QR code or the LEMKEN website. Latest versions of the LEMKEN spare parts lists Current LEMKEN spare parts lists are available from agroparts.
Safety 2 Safety 2.1 Machine limits Intended use The machine is used for soil cultivation on agricultural land. It may only be used in accordance with the recognised rules of good agricultural practice. The permitted working depth is limited to the cultivatable soil horizons. Use on heavily or deeply frozen soils, in soil horizons with unweathered parent rock and soil horizons with loose rock or solid bedrock is not regarded to be in compliance with the designated purpose.
Safety Hazardous area The machine and the area in the immediate vicinity of the machine is deemed a hazardous area. This includes the space over the entire width, length and height of the machine, as well as an additional safety distance of two metres to the machine.
Safety Qualified specialists For the purposes of these instructions, qualified specialists are all per‐ sons who, on the basis of their professional training and experience, carry out the tasks assigned to them in a professional manner. Qualified specialists have knowledge of the relevant standards and regulations, recognise possible hazards and avoid hazards independently.
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Safety Safety equipment Existing and fully functional safety devices protect against death or serious personal injury. Keep the labels legible and renew them, if necessary. ► Replace damaged safety devices. ► Install dismantled safety devices before commissioning. ► Move the safety devices to the protective position.
Safety Hydraulic assembly The hydraulic assembly might be under high pressure. Hydraulic oil leaking under pressure can penetrate through the skin into the body. Injury to body parts, face, eyes and unprotected skin may result. The hydraulic assembly might be hot. The hydraulic oil is harmful to health.
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Safety Area between the tractor and When standing between the tractor and machine, there is a risk due to machine tractor movements or sudden machine movements. Secure the tractor against rolling away. ► Before operating the linkage: Keep all persons away from the ►...
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Safety Moving hazardous area The hazardous area of the machine during operation. Moving hazardous area The hazardous area includes the area in driving direction across the entire width of the machine. There must be NO persons in the hazardous area. If there are persons in the hazardous area, may result in death or injury to persons.
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Safety Folding range Hazardous areas when folding the implement There should be NO persons present in the folding range. If persons are present in the folding range, it may result in death or serious injury. Lateral sections may, due to their height touch overhead lines during the folding processes and cause flashovers.
Safety 2.5 Safety information on structural modifications Structural modifications Structural modifications and extensions can impair the functionality and operational safety of the machine. This may result in death or injuries. Auxiliary equipment and spare parts must comply with the manufac‐ turer's requirements.
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Safety Behaviour during flashover of over‐ Flashovers cause high electrical voltages on the outside of the tractor- head lines machine combination. Large voltage differences occur on the ground around the tractor-machine combination. Large steps, lying down or supporting yourself on the ground may cause life-threatening electrical currents (step voltage).
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Safety Road travel The user operates the machine via control elements such as tractor control units, touch screen, buttons or joystick. Touching the control elements may trigger functions and machine movements, even if touching the control elements was not intended. Disabling machine functions before driving on the road.
Design and description 3 Design and description 3.1 Machine overview INFORMATION Depending on the equipment of the machine and country-specific requirements, the assembly groups described below may be present on the machine. Lighting equipment Basic frame Roller Headstock Levelling tools, levelling discs or levelling tines (not Position of the type plate shown)
Design and description Type plate The machine is marked with a type plate. The machine type can be identified uniquely by the type plate. Further information about the type plate: Ä Appendix A ‘Type plate variants’ on page 89 3.2 ...
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Design and description Reading operating instructions Incorrect use or operation of the machine can result in death or serious injury. Before commissioning: Read and observe the operating instructions. ► Follow the instructions for action. ► Turn off the engine A tractor with the engine running can cause unintentional movements.
Design and description Hydraulic equipment Control units Coupling Line Consumer Single acting Double Free return acting +/– Folding ● Black +/– Working depth ● P = Pump line T = Tank line LS = Control cable (Load-Sensing) Sling points Sling points for lifting processes Lashing points Lashing points for fixing during transport...
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Design and description Front marking Warning boards Lateral reflectors White reflectors Rear lighting equipment Example of rear lighting equipment Warning boards Lateral reflectors LED lighting equipment Red reflectors en-GB | Item no. 17516743 | BA Rev 00/2024-06 ...
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Design and description 3.2.3.2 Lateral safety guards In transport position, protective gratings offer protection against pro‐ truding outer edges. The protection extends to a height of 2 m (meas‐ ured from the ground). 3.2.3.3 Hydraulic-mechanical transport locking device In transport position, the hydraulic-mechanical transport locking device prevents the lateral parts from folding out unintentionally.
Design and description 3.3 Headstock Top link pin Cross shaft The headstock has been designed according to standard ISO 730. The headstock is used to connect the machine to the three-point linkage of the tractor. The approved options for connecting the machine to the tractor are shown in the technical data Ä , see page 81.
Commissioning 4 Commissioning 4.1 Preparing an attachment 4.1.1 Ensuring suitability of the tractor 4.1.1.1 Checking preconditions WARNING Risk of accident due to unsuitable tractor If the tractor is not suitable for the machine, compo‐ nents of the machine may be overloaded and the tractor- machine combination may not be steered safely.
Commissioning Assembly group Requirement Check Axle loads Ä Appendix D ‘Calculation The axle loads and the required ballasting have been determined and of axle load and ballasting taken into account. for mounted machines’ on page 96 Tyre load capacities The carrying capacity index of the tractor tyres is compatible with the Ä...
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Commissioning Assembly group Requirement Check Working in the field: For sufficient lateral movement, the lower links move freely. Check chains and stabil‐ Road travel: isers To ensure the machine is positioned centrally behind the tractor, the lower links are secured in place (no lateral movement). ...
Commissioning 4.2 Attaching the machine 4.2.1 Practical knowledge - Effects of the mounting position The top link position influences the: Mounting position of the top link on the machine Penetration Working depth Roller pressure Alignment of the frame Position Top link pin Penetration...
Commissioning 4.2.2 Connecting machine to the tractor Preparing tractor and machine 1. Clean all hydraulic connections and hydraulic plugs on the tractor and the machine. 2. Ensure that the tractor is suitable for the machine. Ä Chapter 4.1.1 ‘Ensuring suitability of the tractor’ on page 24 3.
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Commissioning Changing mounting Effect position higher Larger lift height Reduced slippage Reduced roller pressure ** ** If the pressure load is too low and the reconsolidation or crumbling effect of the rollers is insufficient, an unsatisfactory working result is the consequence. Preconditions: √...
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Commissioning Mounting machine Preconditions: √ Top link is mounted in the correct position. Ä ‘Changing mounting position of the top link’ on page 28 √ Permissible roller is mounted on the machine. Ä Chapter 12.10 ‘Permissible roller types’ on page 82 1.
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Commissioning Connect lines and hoses 1. Depressurise the additional tractor control units. WARNING: Hydraulic oil under pressure may squirt out of the hydraulic hoses when they are connected and disconnected. 2. Secure the tractor against rolling away. WARNING: When standing between the tractor and machine, there is a risk of the tractor rolling away or of sudden machine movements.
Road travel 5 Road travel 5.1 Information on road travel INFORMATION Laws on driving on public roads differ in many countries. Operators and users are responsible for adherence to applicable laws. Observe the following legal requirements: Dimensions Weights Braking system Lighting equipment Markings...
Road travel 5.2 Preparing for road travel Check and prepare the following assembly groups, safety devices and functions in accordance with these operating instructions before each road travel: Checklist for preparing to drive on public roads Assembly group Requirement Check Machine with three-point connection:...
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Road travel Assembly group Requirement Check Side shields Side shields are folded up and secured with pins and linch pins. Maximum permitted transport dimensions are met: Transport width 3 m Overall machine Transport height 4 m Ä Chapter 6.3.2 ‘Adjusting share position’ on page 46 ...
Operation 6 Operation 6.1 Basic operation 6.1.1 Folding machine Folding machine in Preconditions: √ NO overhead lines in the folding range √ NO persons in the folding range √ NO objects or obstacles in the folding range √ Tractor-machine combination is standing on flat and level subsoil.
Operation 6.2 Changing the setup state 6.2.1 Changing and converting shares DANGER Serious crush injuries A machine with a high dead weight can move down‐ wards independently. Serious crush injuries and puncture wounds caused by sharp components, as well as deep lacerations caused by sharp-edged components, can lead to life-threatening harm.
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Operation Point Guide plate Stalk Linch pin with safety bar Share base with quick-change system Wing share The machine can be used with various share systems that enable both deep soil cultivation and shallow full-surface soil cultivation. Both the points and the wing shares can be mounted as a hard-faced version or as a hard metal variant.
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Operation 6. Take the hook wrench from the document box. 7. Wear protective gloves. CAUTION: Worn components may have sharp edges. There is therefore a risk of cuts. Hook wrench 8. Use the hook wrench to pull the safety bar of the linch pin upwards. CAUTION: Crush risk when folding in/out the linch pin 9.
Operation 13. Replace the point and the guide plate on the share base , if required. Observe the information on the tightening torques. Ä Appendix B ‘Tightening torques screws ’ on page 90 Ä Appendix B.4 ‘Points’ on page 93 Point 14.
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Operation 1. Position both U-bolts on the supporting tube of the roller. 2. Mount the brackets of the harrow segment. 3. Install and tighten the washers and nuts Ä Appendix B ‘Tightening torques screws ’ on page 90 Ä Appendix B.4 ‘Points’ on page 93 4.
Operation 6.3 Adjusting the machine 6.3.1 Adjusting working depth Hydraulic depth adjustment At a machine with hydraulic depth adjustment (black hydraulic cou‐ pling), the working depth of the tools is adjusted via the control unit on the tractor. Position of the depth indicator INFORMATION The actual working depth depends on external factors...
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Operation The red indicator shows the current adjustment on the scale Scale for depth adjustment Indicator of depth adjustment Maximum working depth and adjustment for road travel Maximum working depth and adjustment for road travel Minimum working depth Minimum working depth A graduation mark on the scale corresponds to an approx.
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Operation Mechanical depth adjustment Positions of the two mechanical depth adjustments For a smaller working depth of the tools: Preconditions: √ Machine is equipped with mechanical depth adjustment without a hydraulic ram. √ Ignition key of the tractor has been removed. √...
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Operation √ Machine is equipped with mechanical depth adjustment without a hydraulic ram. √ Ignition key of the tractor has been removed. √ Tractor-machine combination is secured against rolling away. 1. Release both pins and on both mechanical depth adjust‐ ments.
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Operation Working depth of the support wheels The support wheels are mounted to the outside of the frame at the front and improve the depth control of the machine. Depth adjustment is carried out via the pin adjustment using the pin and the eccentric lever.
Operation Preconditions: √ The machine has been lowered fully. √ The tractor engine has been switched off. √ Tractor-machine combination is secured against rolling away. √ The working depth has been adjusted via the depth guiding wheels. 1. Remove the linch pin of the pin and keep it safe. 2.
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Operation CAUTION Risk of being crushed at moving mechanical compo‐ nents Components with a high dead weight can move down‐ wards independently. – NEVER reach between components that can move independently under their own dead weight. – When moving the components manually: Wear pro‐ tective gloves.
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Operation INFORMATION For a machine with a working width of 7 m: – Always set the flat share position prior driving on public roads. en-GB | Item no. 17516743 | BA Rev 00/2024-06...
Operation 6.3.3 Adjusting height of the levelling tools precisely During depth adjustment of the roller, the levelling tools are also adjusted. Harrow bar The levelling tines or levelling discs ( Ä see page 17) are mounted Levelling tines on the harrow bar The intensity of the individual levelling tools is adjusted precisely at the harrow bar.
Operation 6.3.4 Adjust the weed harrow Adjusting the angle 1. Undo the nut of the screw 2. Turn the screw with the spanner. Anticlockwise = flat angle Clockwise = steep angle ð The angle of the harrow changes. 3.
Operation 4. To fix the holder in the swivelled-in position, fit the plug into the matching recesses above and below the holder. 5. Secure the pin with a linch pin ð The height of the weed harrow has been adjusted. 6.3.5 ...
Operation 5. Undo the self-locking nuts 6. Remove the self-locking nuts fully. 7. Remove the side shield from the stalk 8. Move the side shield on the stalk to the required new posi‐ tion. 9. Mount the side shield with new self-locking nuts. 10.
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Operation Deflection height of the knife bar Low deflection height (standard): On both sides of the roller: √ The lower pins limit the upward deflection height of the knife bar. ► Insert the lower pin into the hole of the adjustment plate Select the hole directly below the support plate ð...
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Operation Knife position Knife bar The knives at the knife bar have two mounting positions: Front position Front position (default). Rear position Rear position (if worn). Knife If worn: ► Move the knife to the rear en-GB | Item no. 17516743 | BA Rev 00/2024-06...
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Operation 6.3.6.2 Packer profile roller and packer double roller Pressure load The pressure load on the packer rollers is changed via the two link positions of the rollers. Position A Position (heavy ground) Position B – Higher pressure load on the front roller –...
Operation 6.4 Working with the machine 6.4.1 Standard procedure 1. Position the tractor-machine combination. 2. If present, remove the safety guards. 3. With folding machine: Fold out machine. 4. Set the machine. 5. During forward travel, insert the machine into the soil. 6.
Cleaning and care 7 Cleaning and care 7.1 Cleaning machine Cleaning agents Cleaning agents can damage components as a result of chemical reac‐ tions. 1. Always ensure compatibility before using cleaning agents. 2. If compatibility of the cleaning agents cannot be ensured, only clean the machine with clear water.
Decommissioning 8 Decommissioning 8.1 Detaching machine Park the machine in the folded-in state 1. Fold the machine in: Ä Chapter 6.1.1 ‘Folding machine’ on page 35 2. To ensure that the lateral sections are held in the folded-in position when the machine is folded in: Actuate the control unit to fold in the lateral parts.
Decommissioning Detaching machine with headstock Precondition: √ The subsoil is level with sufficient bearing capacity. 1. Secure the tractor and machine against rolling away. 2. Lower the machine. 3. Depressurise the additional tractor control units. 4. Dismantle all the lines and hoses from the tractor and secure them on the machine.
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Decommissioning Preconditions: √ Machine is cleaned. 1. Store machine in a frost-free and dark place under cover. ATTENTION: Light (UV radiation) accelerates the ageing process of plastics. 2. Store moisture-sensitive components and the operating instruc‐ tions in a dry and frost-free place. ...
Marked in the SERVICE PERSONNEL column in the maintenance schedule Latest versions of the LEMKEN spare parts lists Current LEMKEN spare parts lists are available from agroparts. The QR code takes the user directly to agroparts. INFORMATION Free registration is required for use.
Maintenance and repair work Preparations before working on the machine 1. Turn off the engine. 2. Engage the parking brake of the tractor. 3. Remove the ignition key. 4. Secure the tractor-machine combination to prevent it from rolling away.
Maintenance and repair work Chap. SERVICE PERSONNEL 9.2.3 Checking the cross shaft 9.2.6 Replacing hydraulic hoses 9.2.2 Notes on bolted connections Generally, with the exception of wheel nuts, no maintenance work is required on bolted connections. The category of the bolted connections determines whether users are allowed to carry out work on bolted connections themselves or must assign service personnel.
Maintenance and repair work Bolted connections with standard This includes all other bolted connections. The user may loosen these tightening torques bolted connections and tighten them to standard tightening torques. Ä Appendix B ‘Tightening torques screws ’ on page 90 Ä Appendix B.4 ‘Points’...
Maintenance and repair work Checking air pressure WARNING Risk of accident due to incorrect air pressure Excessive air pressure in the tyres may cause them to burst. Insufficient air pressure can lead to overloading of the tyres. This will have a negative influence on accurate follow-on of the machine.
Maintenance and repair work Checking hydraulic-mechanical trans‐ port locking device Ensure proper functioning. ► Check marking Ensure proper functioning. ► Checking safety sticker Ensure legibility and integrity. ► Checking other safety equipment Ensure the functionality and integrity of all other safety equipment. ►...
Maintenance and repair work Checking hydraulic connections 1. Check the hydraulic connections for the following when pressure‐ less: Damage Leakages Repair damaged or leaking hydraulic connections imme‐ ð diately or have them replaced. 2. Connect the hydraulic connections pressureless. 3.
Maintenance and repair work 9.3 Lubricating 9.3.1 Lubrication schedule Chap. Task to execute 9.3.2 Lubricate wheel bearing ● ● 9.3.2 Lubricating hydraulic rams ● ● ● 9.3.2 Lubricating flap hinges of the lateral sections ...
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Maintenance and repair work Lubricate wheel bearing ► Lubricate lubricating point at the wheel bearing Wheel bearing lubricating point Lubricating hydraulic rams ► Lubricate two lubricating points at each hydraulic ram. en-GB | Item no. 17516743 | BA Rev 00/2024-06 ...
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Maintenance and repair work Lubricating flap hinges of the lateral sections Lubricate the four lubricating points on the joints between the ► main frame and the lateral sections. Lubricating flap hinges of the roller carriers Lubricate the two lubricating points on the joints between the ►...
Maintenance and repair work 9.3.3 Greasing components Grease top link pin Dismantle, grease and reassemble the top link pin. ► Grease pin Dismantle pin, grease and reassemble. ► Grease piston rods Grease piston rods with an acid-free grease. ►...
Maintenance and repair work 5. Undo the self-locking nuts 6. Remove the self-locking nuts fully. 7. Remove the side shield from the stalk 8. Attach the new side shield. 9. Mount the side shield with new self-locking nuts. 10.
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Maintenance and repair work 2. Carefully clean the levelling disc and the bearing flange ATTENTION: After dismantling the levelling disc, a section of the bearing is openly accessible. Dirt must not get into this section. 3. Undo the self-locking nuts 4.
Troubleshooting and error correction 10 Troubleshooting and error correction 10.1 Finding and eliminating errors correctly INFORMATION Necessary deviations from this procedure are described in the respective chapters on troubleshooting. 1. Park the tractor-machine combination. 2. Secure the tractor-machine combination to prevent it from rolling away.
Final decommissioning 11 Final decommissioning 11.1 Shutdown When the machine can no longer be used, it is dismantled and broken down into its components. Special knowledge is required to dismantle the machine. CAUTION Risk of accidents due to discharge of stored energy Springs are under tension.
Technical data 12 Technical data 12.1 Dimensions Karat Karat Karat Karat 10/400 K 10/400 KU 10/500 K 10/500 KU Transport length Maximum [cm] Transport length Minimum [cm] Transport width Maximum [cm] Transport height Maximum [cm] Working width approx.
Karat 10 minimum...maximum 7...13 Operating speed [km/h] Maximum Working depth [cm] Row distance Line distance [cm] 30.4 Tractor power Karat 10/400 K Karat 10/400 KU Karat 10/500 K Karat 10/500 KU Motor Minimum 103 kW 103 kW 129 kW 129 kW Electric voltage Minimum...
12.7 Operating materials Component Operating materials* Hydraulic assembly Grease nipple * See LEMKEN overview of operating materials in the Annex: Ä Appendix C ‘LEMKEN overview of operating materials’ on page 94 Intervals, see lubrication schedule: Ä Chapter 9.3.1 ‘Lubrication schedule’ on page 70 ...
Technical data 12.8 Tyres and wheels Tyre size Manu‐ Profile Load + Air pressure Rolling facturer rating speed [bar] circumfer‐ [PR] index ence [mm] 10.0/80-12 2.6 ... 2.8 The PR number, the load and speed index and the profile designation have been vulcanised in the tyres. 12.9 ...
19 Type / Variant / Version the type plate. 20 Technical conditions Permissible total mass [kg]* 21 QR code to call up LEONIS (LEMKEN Online Infor‐ 10 Permissible drawbar load [kg] (axle 0) mation System) 11 Permissible axle load [kg] (axle 1)
3. Use a torque wrench to tighten the screw connections. B.2 Tightening torques for bolted connections The following tightening torques apply with all bolted connections used by LEMKEN, unless specified otherwise: Screws and nuts made of steel Diameter Strength category 8.8 [Nm*]...
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The tightening torques are calculated for the friction values µ specified in the tables. The required tightening torque deviates: – If any screws other than LEMKEN original screws are used. – If screws are re-used. Only use LEMKEN original screws! ...
LEMKEN overview of operating materials C LEMKEN overview of operating materials F - fluid grease LEMKEN Designation Container size Reference Specification / Standard item number LEMKEN specification Lubricant code: Castrol Tribol GR 100-00 PD 877 1595 5 kg – Castrol Tribol GR 00 PD: Shell Gadus S2 V220 00 DIN 51502 GP00N-35...
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The latest versions of the documents can be found in the LEMKEN Online Information System (LEONIS). Users can access LEONIS directly via the QR code or the LEMKEN website. It is where the user can find spare parts for the latest versions of the documents.
Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines D Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines The calculation of the axle loads and required ballasting is based on data from the operating instructions for the tractor and machine. The result of the calculation is a guide value for an initial assessment of the axle loads and the required ballasting.
Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines Data acquisition for calculating axle loads Abbreviation Description Value Unit Tractor data from the operating instructions or determined by weighing Permissible gross weight of the tractor [kg] G_zul Permissible front axle load ...
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Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines Minimum ballasting, FrontG Vmin rear-mounted machine Enter the calculated value in the result table. Minimum ballasting, RearG Hmin front mounted machine Enter the calculated value in the result table. Actual gross weight G Enter the calculated value in the result table.
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Calculation of axle load and ballasting for mounted machines D.3 Results for tractor/implement combination Create a result table for each tractor that is used: Actual value Permitted value Double permis‐ according to calculation according to tractor sible tyre load- or measurement operating instruc‐...
Cross shaft overview E Cross shaft overview To determine the cross shaft or lower link connection: Determine the dimensions shown in the sketch on the machine. Compare the dimensions with the data in the table. The category of the three-point linkage must match with the cate‐ gory of cross shaft or lower link connection.
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