KUHN FC243, Operator'S Manual

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Instructions for work
Mower conditioner
FC243
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Pressure adjustment
Increase pressure in the hydro-pneumatic accumulator:
- Place the machine in working position.
- Open the hydraulic valve using the 18mm box
spanner supplied with the machine. Position (a).
- Activate the transport/work cylinder control valve in
the "pivot into work" position.
- Check the pressure increase indication on the gauge.
- When the required pressure is reached, close the
valve. Position (b).
Reduce pressure in the hydro-pneumatic accumulator:
- Stop the tractor engine.
- Open the valve using 18 box spanner supplied with
the machine.
- Activate the transport/work cylinder control valve in
the "pivot into transport" position.
- Check the pressure decrease indication on the gauge.
- When the required pressure is reached, close the
valve. Position (b).
The following adjustments do not cause the
machine to move.
Position (a): Circuit open (Adjustment)
Position (b): Circuit closed (Work and transport)
The valve must only be in open position for
pressure adjustments.