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Putting into service

Shredders

BKE150-180-210-230-250

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Primary PTO shaft

The tractor PTO stub must rotate at a speed of 540 min

-1

.

Separate the two half PTO shafts and connect them to

the machine's input shaft and to the tractor PTO stub.

Check the length of the PTO shaft:

- When the PTO shaft is in its maximum overlap

position (retracted), tubes should not butt against the
yokes. As a safety measure, a clearance (L) of at least
25 mm (1’’) must be maintained.

- When the PTO shaft is in its maximum extended

position, the tube overlap must be more than
250 mm (10’’).

If this is not the case:

- Mark length (H) to cut when the transmission is the

maximum overlap position.

- Shorten the guard tubes and the transmission tubes

by the same length.

- Bevel and clean the tubes.
- Grease the inside of the outer tube.

Never operate the PTO shaft at an angle X exceeding

30°.

Make sure that the PTO shaft is correctly
adjusted, to avoid premature wear and tear.

Summary of Contents for BKE150

Page 1: ...JN012BGB C OPERATOR S MANUAL Shredders BKE150 180 210 230 250 JN012BGB C English 11 2009 ...

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Page 3: ...SSUME YOU KNOW HOW TO OPERATE AND MAINTAIN YOUR MACHINE before reading this manual carefully KEEP THIS MANUAL AVAILABLE FOR REFERENCE Pass it on to the next owner if you re sell the machine Your KUHN dealer can offer a complete line of genuine KUHN service parts These parts are manufactured and carefully inspected in the same factory that builds the machine to assure high quality and accurate fitt...

Page 4: ...ymbols used in this document 7 Safety instructions 8 Location and description of safety decals on the machine 16 Road safety equipment and recommendations 20 Machine specifications 21 Description and glossary 21 Technical specifications 22 Required equipment 23 Sound levels 25 Putting into service 26 Coupling and uncoupling 26 Instructions for transport 33 Putting the machine into transport positi...

Page 5: ...chine into work position 35 Adjustments in working position 36 Machine use 38 Optional equipment 40 Skids 40 Double skinned plate 43 Maintenance and storage 44 Cleaning the machine 44 Frequency chart 44 Lubrication 46 Maintenance 49 Storage 56 Machine recycling 56 Limited warranty 58 ...

Page 6: ...Shredders 4 BKE150 180 210 230 250 Identification of the machine Identification of the machine 1 2 position rigid linkage Front view Rear view ...

Page 7: ...Identification of the machine Shredders BKE150 180 210 230 250 5 2 Linkage with hydraulic offset Front view Rear view ...

Page 8: ...nformation is to be indicated to the dealer for all spare parts orders Type BKE Serial no 4 Optional equipment Kit no 1556829 Skids BKE 150 250 Kit no 1556855 Double skinned plate BKE 150 Kit no 1556856 Double skinned plate BKE 180 Kit no 1556843 Double skinned plate BKE 210 Kit no 1556857 Double skinned plate BKE 230 Kit no 1556830 Double skinned plate BKE 250 ...

Page 9: ...ndicates a potentially hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in serious bodily injury This symbol is used to identify special instructions or procedures which if not followed strictly could result in machinery damage This symbol is used to communicate technical information of particular interest ...

Page 10: ... must only be operated maintained and repaired by competent persons who are familiar with machines specifications and operation and aware of safety regulations for preventing accidents The operator must imperatively respect safety instructions in this manual and in the warnings posted on the machine The operator is also obliged to respect current legislation concerning accident prevention work saf...

Page 11: ...y in place and in good condition Immediately replace any worn or damaged guard Precautions when driving Tractor handling stability performance and braking efficiency are all affected by weight distribution trailed or mounted implements additional ballast and driving conditions It is therefore of great importance that the operator exercises caution in every given situation Groundspeed must be adapt...

Page 12: ...the front or to the rear to preserve the steering and braking efficiency The front axle load 1 must never under any circumstances be less than 20 of the tractor s unladen weight Transport position Before transporting the machine on public roads place the machine into its transport position according to the instructions in this manual Lights and indicators Before transporting the machine on public ...

Page 13: ...raulic circuit To avoid making incorrect connections mark hydraulic couplers and corresponding hoses with colors WARNING Functions could be reversed for example lift lower and cause accidents Regularly check the hydraulic hoses In case of normal wear replace the hydraulic hoses every 5 years Damaged or worn hoses must immediately be replaced When replacing the hydraulic hoses only use hoses with t...

Page 14: ...ork on the machine disengage the PTO drive turn off the engine remove ignition key and wait for all moving parts have come to a complete stop If the primary PTO shaft is equipped with a slip clutch or a free wheel these must be fitted on the machine side Ensure that the PTO shaft is always correctly fitted and locked into place Before connecting the PTO shaft ensure that the PTO speed rotational f...

Page 15: ...er spill pollutants oil grease filters etc on the ground never pour them down the drain and never discard them in any other place where they could pollute the environment Never throw away or burn a tyre Always take waste to specialized recycling or waste disposal centers Precautions for maintenance and repair work Before leaving the tractor or before adjusting maintaining or repairing the machine ...

Page 16: ...utions such as Fit polycarbonate screens inside the tractor cab s side and rear windows or install narrow mesh guards on their exterior Increase the cutting height to avoid contact with stones or rocks Never start the shredder when there are people nearby Even when the machine is used in accordance with its purpose objects may be projected Stones and other foreign objects projected by the moving p...

Page 17: ...er zone Stay a safe distance from the machine when the cutting tools are in movement Never work in reverse After disengaging the PTO drive cuttings tools can continue rotating for some time Stay away from the machine until all moving parts have come to a complete standstill If the machine hits an obstacle disengage the PTO drive stop the tractor engine remove the ignition key and wait for all movi...

Page 18: ...Shredders 16 BKE150 180 210 230 250 Safety 3 Location and description of safety decals on the machine Location of safety decals ...

Page 19: ...the machine disengage the PTO drive turn off the engine remove ignition key and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop and apply park brake Projections 3 Stones and other debris projected by the moving parts can travel a long distance The guard plates covers must always be in position and in good condition Always stay at a safe distance from the machine Rotating cutting tools 4 K...

Page 20: ...wheels must rest on the ground During manoeuvres raise the machine to lift the wheels off the ground Crushing area 7 Never operate in an area where there is a crushing risk before all moving parts have come to a complete stop Danger of falling 8 Do not ride on the machine Anchoring point 9 To lift the machine use anchoring points indicated by this decal ...

Page 21: ...aping fluids under pressure Risk of injuries 11 Before adjusting maintaining or repairing the machine wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop Risk of being crushed 12 Do not stay between the machine and the tractor Risk of entanglement 13 Stay clear of rotating drive line ...

Page 22: ...uipment is mounted in the factory or by your authorized Kuhn dealer according to current safety regulations Always keep to the legal speed limit for driving a tractor machine assembly on public roads The rear safety device comprises 2 red reflectors 1 The front safety device comprises 2 white reflectors 1 ...

Page 23: ... Description and glossary 0 1 Three point hitch coupler 2 Belt guard 3 Hitch pins 4 Parking stand 5 PTO shaft support 6 Central gearbox 7 Side drive shaft 8 Roller Compulsory equipment 9 Semi pivoting wheels Compulsory equipment 10 Skids Optional equipment 1 5 4 6 3 3 3 2 7 9 8 10 10 ...

Page 24: ...d tractor power 26 kW 35 hp 33 kW 45 hp 36 kW 49 hp 38 kW 52 hp 40 kW 54 hp Allowable tractor power 35 kW 48 hp 44 kW 60 hp 44 kW 60 hp 44 kW 60 hp 44 kW 60 hp Free wheel Inside central gearbox Power takeoff rotation frequency 540 min 1 Rotor speed 2203 min 1 2203 min 1 2203 min 1 2203 min 1 2203 min 1 Cutting diameter 425 mm 1 5 425 mm 1 5 450 mm 1 6 450 mm 1 6 450 mm 1 6 Number of knives Univers...

Page 25: ...o 1556849 BKE 150 Kit no 1556850 BKE 180 Kit no 1556842 BKE 210 Kit no 1556851 BKE 230 Kit no 1556804 BKE 250 The roller can be used for work on grass covered areas set aside land or pasture land or Movable bottom land roller Kit no 1556936 BKE 150 Kit no 1556937 BKE 180 Kit no 1556938 BKE 210 Kit no 1556939 BKE 230 Kit no 1556940 BKE 250 The roller with removable ends is recommended for intensive...

Page 26: ...Shredders 24 BKE150 180 210 230 250 Machine specifications Coupling the machine 2 possibilities Fixed headstock or Headstock with hydraulic offset ...

Page 27: ... Common safety recommendations Weighted equivalent continuous acoustic pressure level at the driver s seat closed cabin L A eq BKE150 83 5 dB A BKE180 85 0 dB A BKE210 85 0 dB A BKE230 86 0 dB A BKE250 86 5 dB A Measured weighed volume level Lw A according to standard EN ISO 3744 1997 for machines that exceed a pressure of 85dB A in the driver s post BKE180 105 0 dB A BKE210 110 0 dB A BKE230 108 ...

Page 28: ... 3 8 6 splines 1 A category 1 and 2 three point hitch coupler BKE 150 Attachment configuration category 2 BKE 180 210 230 250 Preparing the tractor The tractor PTO stub must rotate at a speed of 540 min 1 Hitch pin parallelism Adjust tractor lift rods so that hitch pins are parallel to the ground The tractor must be fitted with lower link stabilizers ...

Page 29: ...ts and washers 3 4 Remove bolts 2 3 4 Reinstall headstock on offset attachments 455 mm 1 6 Insert screws 1 Reinstall washers and nuts 1 Torque 21 daN m 155 lbf ft Reinstall bolts 2 Torque 9 daN m 66 lbf ft Insert screws 3 4 Reinstall washers and nuts 3 4 Torque 21 daN m 155 lbf ft Remove sling When lifting this equipment use appropriate lift straps chains or any other equipment in perfect working ...

Page 30: ...upper hitch attachment using lynch pin Lift the machine using the tractor s lift linkage Fold parking stand 3 upwards and lock it in place Coupling to a small tractor For easier coupling to small size tractors Remove screws and nuts 5 Remove the top link coupling bracket 6 Reinstall coupling bracket in position B Insert screws and nuts 5 Torque 9 daN m 66 lbf ft Hydraulic connection Hydraulic rear...

Page 31: ...against the yokes As a safety measure a clearance L of at least 25 mm 1 must be maintained When the PTO shaft is in its maximum extended position the tube overlap must be more than 250 mm 10 If this is not the case Mark length H to cut when the transmission is the maximum overlap position Shorten the guard tubes and the transmission tubes by the same length Bevel and clean the tubes Grease the ins...

Page 32: ...ide Adjusting the machine Lateral adjustment of the lower links Balance the play on either sides of the lift linkage and lock lower link stabilizers To avoid serious accidents the PTO drive shaft guards must be properly in place and fixed with the chains provided Immediately replace any worn or damaged guard ...

Page 33: ...and the length of the top link until the machine is horizontal or only slightly higher at the front Adjust the length of the top link in order to set the swinging yoke 1 at an angle of 45 when the machine is in the working position Uncoupling the machine From the working position Lower and lock parking stand 1 Lower the tractor three point linkage to rest the machine on the ground Uncouple and pla...

Page 34: ...lifting this equipment use appropriate lift straps chains or any other equipment in perfect working order complying with safety standards in force for this type of equipment and with capacities that exceed the total weight of the unit as listed in this manual BKE150 470 kg 1039 lb BKE180 580 kg 1279 lb BKE210 660 kg 1455 lb BKE230 690 kg 1521 lb BKE250 710 kg 1566 lb ...

Page 35: ...semi pivoting wheels Secure pin 1 using R clip Headstock with hydraulic offset Activate offset cylinder to put the machine in line with the tractor The machine is in transport position Before placing the machine into transport position Wait until the rotating parts have come to a complete stop Check that nobody is within the machine pivoting area If there is someone make sure the person moves away...

Page 36: ...ng equipment functions before transporting the machine on public roads Before driving the machine on public roads ensure that the machine complies with current highway code regulations In offset position the machine juts out with regards to the tractor Follow the local regulations in terms of oversize equipment signalling and be careful when driving on roads ...

Page 37: ...i pivoting wheels Unlock semi pivoting wheels Unlock and remove pin 1 Fit pin in its holder Secure pin 1 using R clip Lower the tractor s lift linkage until the rear support unit touches the ground The machine is in working position Before placing the machine in working position Check that nobody is within the machine pivoting area If there is someone make sure the person moves away ...

Page 38: ...With roller Slightly lift the machine from the ground Loosen bolts 1 Remove bolts 2 Position roller in holes corresponding to the required adjustment Reinstall bolts 2 Tighten all the screws Torque 9 daN m 65 lbf ft The cutting tools must never touch the ground Relationship between the working height and the roller position Hole 1 23 mm 0 9 Hole 2 43 mm 1 7 Hole 3 63 mm 2 5 ...

Page 39: ... 13 5 daN m 99 lbf ft Tighten screw 1 Torque 13 5 daN m 99 lbf ft Height of the tractor s lift linkage Lower the 3 point lift of the tractor until the rear support element rests on the ground Adjust the height of the lift linkage until the machine is horizontal or only slightly higher at the front This adjustment helps vegetation to enter Relations between the working height and the position of th...

Page 40: ...quipment Ear protections if the noise exceeds normal exposure limits Anti dust mask if working in very dry conditions or when large quantities of dust are lifted If the machine starts vibrating oddly during work immediately stop and check the condition of the rotor the cutting tools and the balancing ballast Excessive vibration can cause physical harm to the user The top link is in floating positi...

Page 41: ...raulic offset Slightly lift the machine off the ground using the tractor lift linkage Activate offset cylinder to offset the machine sideways by 455 mm 1 6 or put the machine in line with regards to the tractor Lower the tractor three point linkage to rest the machine on the ground Groundspeed Adapt the forward speed to the working conditions ...

Page 42: ...nd the ground Replace the support roller or semi pivoting wheels with 2 support skids Mounting and adjustment Slightly lift machine off the ground using an adapted lifting device When semi pivoting wheels are fitted Remove the support wheel 1 Remove nuts and washers 2 Remove bolts 2 Proceed the same way on the other side Store parts in a dry place free of dust The skids can be fitted in addition t...

Page 43: ...d nuts 1 Position skid in holes corresponding to the required adjustment Insert screw 2 Install washer and nut 2 Torque 1 5 daN m 37 lbf ft Torque 2 5 daN m 37 lbf ft Proceed the same way on the other side Check that the 2 skids are set identically Relations between the working height and the skid position Hole 1 20 mm 0 8 Hole 2 30 mm 1 2 Hole 3 50 mm 2 ...

Page 44: ...nut 2 Store parts in a dry place free of dust Insert screws 1 Reinstall washers and nuts 1 Position skid in holes corresponding to the required adjustment Insert screw 2 Install washer and nut 2 Torque 1 5 daN m 37 lbf ft Torque 2 5 daN m 37 lbf ft Proceed the same way on the other side Check that the 2 skids are set identically Relations between the working height and the skid position Hole 1 20 ...

Page 45: ...es touch the ground Position double skinned plate 1 opposite the holes Insert screws 2 Reinstall washers and nuts 3 Torque 2 5 daN m 18 lbf ft Tilt machine rearwards Place the machine in parking position Remove slings When lifting this equipment use appropriate lift straps chains or any other equipment in perfect working order complying with safety standards in force for this type of equipment and...

Page 46: ...justing maintaining or repairing the machine turn off ignition key and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop After the first 3 hours of use Every 8 hours Every 20 hours After the first 30 hours of use Every 50 hours Every 250 hours or at the end of the season Lubrication Grease Cardan cross joints 3 PTO shaft tubes 3 The PTO shaft guiding bushes 3 Hitch sliding tubes 3 ...

Page 47: ... The wheel pins 3 Roller removable bottoms 3 Oil change Central gearbox 3 3 Maintenance Check belt tension 3 3 After the first 3 hours of use Every 8 hours Every 20 hours After the first 30 hours of use Every 50 hours Every 250 hours or at the end of the season ...

Page 48: ...ication The pictorials show the points to be greased Clean grease nipples before greasing PTO shaft Primary PTO shaft Every 8 hours universal joints 1 Every 20 hours transmission tube 2 Every 50 hours guide rings 3 Lubricate with SHELL multi purpose grease grade NLGI2 ...

Page 49: ...Maintenance and storage Shredders BKE150 180 210 230 250 47 Grease The wheel pins 1 Roller removable bottoms 1 Hitch sliding tubes 2 ...

Page 50: ...il level Before draining oil operate the machine for a few minutes so that the oil warms up The angle gearbox is lubricated with SHELL SPIRAX A extreme pressure gear oil with viscosity grade 80W90 and API grade GL5 BKE 150 1 1 L 0 29 US gal BKE 180 1 4 L 0 37 US gal BKE 210 1 5 L 0 39 US gal BKE 230 1 6 L 0 42 US gal BKE 250 1 7 L 0 45 US gal When refilling it is recommended to use For normal use ...

Page 51: ...0 250 49 4 Maintenance Check Central gearbox oil level Check central gearbox oil level Place the machine on level ground Remove level plug 1 The oil level must reach lower part of level plug hole Reinstall level plug 1 Place the machine on level ground ...

Page 52: ... knives 1 Part no 6061201 2x Hammer knives 2 Part no 6061900 Pallet for grass 3 Part no 6061709 Pivoting universal knives and Shackles 4 Pivoting universal knives Part no 6060012 Shackles Part no JX133540 Articulated hammer knives 5 Articulated hammer knives Part no JX135698 Shackles Part no JX135697 Spacer Part no JX136263 ...

Page 53: ...54 Ovalisation of the mounting hole L2 must not exceed 18 mm 0 71 Hammer knives The cutting tool length L1 must exceed 90 mm 3 54 Ovalisation of the mounting hole L2 must not exceed 18 mm 0 71 Fixing elements Check the condition of the fixing elements regularly and also the torque of the knife fixing bolt Torque 10 5 daN m 77 4 lbf ft Check the fixing elements After hitting an obstacle When knives...

Page 54: ...aced diametrically opposite Fit the knives according to the direction of travel of the machine Check that there is still 1 to 2 mm 0 04 0 08 play between the pair of knives and the supports Checking the balance Couple PTO shaft on machine side Slightly lift the machine from the ground Start the PTO drive and increase speed progressively up to a steady speed of 540 min 1 When mounted correctly the ...

Page 55: ...150 180 210 230 250 53 Belt tension Checking the tension Through the belt guard slot Apply a force of 35 N 1 6 lbf on the belt the belt should not deflect more than H 7 mm 0 3 Check belt tension After the first 3 hours of use Every 8 hours ...

Page 56: ...ts 4 equally until reaching the optimum tension Tighten screw 1 Tighten counter nut 2 Check that pulleys are in line Replace belts if proper tension can no longer be obtained BKE 150 3 x Part no J0019021 BKE 180 3 x Part no JX001800 BKE 210 230 250 4 x Part no J0019025 When a belt is damaged always replace the whole set By adjusting 3 and 4 equally the central transmission shaft is kept parallel t...

Page 57: ...Maintenance and storage Shredders BKE150 180 210 230 250 55 Reinstall belt guard 1 Reinstall bolts 2 Torque 5 daN m 37 lbf ft Reinstall the 2 nuts 3 Torque 5 daN m 37 lbf ft ...

Page 58: ...ased Check all the knives and fixings and replace if necessary Check that all nuts and bolts are sufficiently tightened Retension V belts Check belt guard condition and if it is firmly secured in place Make sure that all protection devices are in place and in good condition 6 Machine recycling In case of recycling the machine will have to be recycled in conformity with the legislation in force in ...

Page 59: ...rbox overheating Lack of oil No oil Top up until proper oil level is reached Fast knife or hammer knife wear Working position too low interference with the ground Adjust working height Drive shaft oil loss on the belt side Seal wear or breakage Replace seal Distortion of roller or wheel supports The roller or wheel supports have been subject to lateral forces Raise machine off the ground when inve...

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