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Original instructions

KN329CGB_A

Read carefully before starting the machine

Operator's manual

Mower conditioner

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FC244/D/-FF/D-FF

KN329CGB_A

- English - 09-2019

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Summary of Contents for FC244

Page 1: ...Original instructions KN329CGB_A Read carefully before starting the machine Operator s manual Mower conditioner A1026 10C00001 A1026 10C99999 FC244 D FF D FF KN329CGB_A English 09 2019 KN329CGB_A...

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Page 3: ...P 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...

Page 4: ...rying out any operations on the machine 14 4 2 4 Precautions to take before using the machine 14 4 2 5 Precautions when driving 15 4 2 6 Precautions when driving on public roads 16 4 2 7 Maximum speed...

Page 5: ...2 1 Designated parameters 40 5 3 Required equipment 41 5 3 1 Cutter bar 41 5 3 2 Hydraulic adjustment 42 5 4 Sound levels 42 6 Putting into service 43 6 1 Description of control elements 43 6 2 Coupl...

Page 6: ...9 Optional equipment 84 9 1 Raised skid shoes 84 9 2 Side deflector with high cone disk 84 9 3 Lateral signalling equipment for France 85 9 4 4 belt drive Equipment delivered depending on country 85 9...

Page 7: ...utterbar oil level 111 10 4 6 Inspection of knives and securing elements 112 10 4 7 Outer and inner cones 129 10 4 8 Intermediate PTO shaft 129 10 5 Storage 133 10 5 1 At the end of each season 133 10...

Page 8: ...FC244 D FF D FF 8 3 Identification of the machine KN329CGB_A Mower conditioner 3 Identification of the machine 3 1 Front view 3 2 Rear view...

Page 9: ...er for any spare parts order or warranty claim 3 3 2 Description Model identification plate 1 Manufacturer name and address 3 Brand 4 KUHN logo 5 Description of the machine 7 Model 9a Machine serial n...

Page 10: ...member of the Eurasian customs union EAC marking 4 KUHN logo 7 Model 9 Machine serial number 19 Plate reference 23 Logo EAC 25 Manufacturing year 26 Model year 54 Data matrix Importer plate BRASIL Fo...

Page 11: ...fitted on your machine Raised skid shoes 120 mm 4 7 Side deflector with high cone disk Knife attachment per bolt and nut Side deflector with high cone disk Fast fit knives Lateral signalling equipmen...

Page 12: ...symbol indicates 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 st...

Page 13: ...pment and accessories as recommended by the manufacturer The manufacturer is not held liable for any damage resulting from machine applications other than those specified by the manufacturer Any use o...

Page 14: ...o not wear loose clothing which could become caught up in moving parts Wear the appropriate protective clothing for the work in hand gloves shoes goggles helmet ear defenders etc Ensure that all opera...

Page 15: ...operator exercises caution in every given situation Groundspeed must be adapted to ground conditions as well as to roads and paths Always avoid abrupt changes of direction Be particularly cautious whe...

Page 16: ...tions for special transportation of oversize equipment Transport position Before transporting the machine on public roads place the machine into its transport position according to the instructions in...

Page 17: ...t 20 of the tractor unladen weight For machines with hoppers or tanks If the total unit weight exceeds the tractor Gross Combined Weight Rating in accordance with the countrie s legislation empty the...

Page 18: ...position To do If the front axle load t1 is below 20 of the tractor tare T add ballast weights M1 to exceed the minimum load on the front axle Example T 7500 kg 16535 lb The front axle load must be of...

Page 19: ...Example t 10000 kg 24250 lb PTAC 13000 kg t PTAC Go to the next stage kg kg t _____kg To measure Load on rear axle t2 Tractor machine transport position Ballast weights Checking Check in the tractor s...

Page 20: ...the parking stand is in the right position The machine must only be attached to the hitch points provided for this purpose Do not stand between the machine lower hitching points or between the tracto...

Page 21: ...if hydraulic hoses are damaged or worn In case of normal wear the hydraulic hoses must be replaced every 5 years Damaged or worn hoses must immediately be replaced When replacing the hydraulic hoses o...

Page 22: ...aced immediately A worn guard or an unprotected PTO shaft can cause a serious or even a lethal accident Before attaching or removing a PTO shaft or before doing any work on the machine disengage the P...

Page 23: ...unguarded The tractor master shield shall overlap the end of the splined shaft and the added adaptor device as outlined in the table When uncoupling the machine rest the PTO shaft on the support speci...

Page 24: ...ion or handling can lead to serious accidents Depressurize the gaz and oil sides of the hydraulic accumulator before opening it The hydro pneumatic accumulator shell can become hot burning hazard Wait...

Page 25: ...idents Always keep the safety decals clean and readable and replace them when they are worn damaged missing or illegible 4 2 15 Waste disposal Respect the environment Never spill pollutants oil grease...

Page 26: ...ding is carried out on the attached machine disconnect the machine from the tractor electrical circuit Also disconnect alternator and battery terminals Repairs on elements under pressure or tension sp...

Page 27: ...ase the cutting height to avoid contact with stones or rocks Never start a mower conditioner when other people are close Even when the machine is used in accordance with its purpose objects may be pro...

Page 28: ...nimals away from the danger 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...

Page 29: ...EAC marking 134139 Specific requirements for countries member of the Eurasian Economic Community EAC marking 133983 Specific requirements for countries member of the Eurasian Economic Community EAC m...

Page 30: ...FC244 D FF D FF 30 4 Safety KN329CGB_A Mower conditioner 4 3 Location and description of safety decals on the machine 4 3 1 Location of safety decals 6 3 6 3 8 K9A144CE 0 2 1 9 7 1 10 3 4 5 8 6...

Page 31: ...rmation necessary for using the machine safely It is imperative to read and comply with all instructions Working on the machine 2 Before leaving the tractor or before adjusting maintaining or repairin...

Page 32: ...tion covers must always be in position and in good condition Always stay at a safe distance from the machine Crushing area 4 Never operate in an area where there is a crushing risk before all moving p...

Page 33: ...ing parts have not come to a complete stop Cutting tools 7 The cutting tools and their attachment hardware meet safety and reliability criteria set by standards and by the manufacturer For your own sa...

Page 34: ...nitrogen and oil Conform to the instructions of the present operator s manual to carry out work on the accumulator Rotating tools 10 Rotating cutting tools during machine functionning continue rotati...

Page 35: ...zed Kuhn dealer according to current safety regulations The rear device is made up of the following components The side device is made up of the following components Always keep to the legal speed lim...

Page 36: ...ine must be fitted with specific signalling panels when driving on public roads 4 5 Likely critical failures 133993 Specific requirements for countries member of the Eurasian Economic Community EAC ma...

Page 37: ...e Eurasian Economic Community EAC marking 139867 Specific requirements for countries member of the Eurasian Economic Community EAC marking 134002 Specific requirements for countries member of the Eura...

Page 38: ...ressure gauge 5 Connecting frame 6 Hitch pin 7 Cutterbar 8 Central gearbox 9 Swath shield 10 Lift compensating cylinder 11 Hydro pneumatic accumulator 12 Conditioning hood 13 Front guard release 14 Si...

Page 39: ...5 1 1 Designated use of the machine The F244 D FF D FF mower conditioner must only be used for the work for which it has been designed mowing on the ground of hay fields grass silage fields and impro...

Page 40: ...t position 2 27 m 7 5 Height in transport position 1 70 m 5 7 Length in transport position 3 83 m 12 7 Disc rotational speed 2986 min Rotor speed 615 and 888 min Rotor width 1 90 m 6 3 Swath width Fro...

Page 41: ...5 Machine specifications FC244 D FF D FF 41 KN329CGB_A Mower conditioner 5 3 Required equipment 5 3 1 Cutter bar or Knife attachment per bolt and nut Standard Fast fit knives...

Page 42: ...box wrench supplied with the machine Sound levels have been measured in accordance with the measuring methods as defined in NF EN ISO 4254 1 Agricultural machinery Safety Part 1 General requirements...

Page 43: ...l elements The machine is fitted with a release cord operated from the tractor cab The machine is supplied with a 18 wrench 1 and an 8 mm 0 31 hexagonal key 2 to proceed with certain adjustment and ma...

Page 44: ...B_A Mower conditioner Front guard release When the following equipment is fitted Fast fit knives The machine is supplied with a tool for replacing the knives Pull handle 1 to unlock front guard Raise...

Page 45: ...6 Putting into service FC244 D FF D FF 45 KN329CGB_A Mower conditioner Front guard locking Pull handle 1 to unlock front guard Lower front guard until lock is automatically engaged 1...

Page 46: ...with a 3 point linkage category 2 6 2 1 Description of coupling elements 1 A PTO shaft 2 A release cord 3 Two hydraulic hoses which control the machine transport work position setting 4 1 hydraulic ho...

Page 47: ...ion Tyre pressure Check tyre pressure Left side Right side Check that the tractor s authorized gross weight as well as its lift capacity and maximum weight per axle are not exceeded See section Safety...

Page 48: ...FC244 D FF D FF 48 6 Putting into service KN329CGB_A Mower conditioner Hitch pin parallelism Adjust tractor lift rods so that hitch pins are parallel to the ground A A...

Page 49: ...utting into service FC244 D FF D FF 49 KN329CGB_A Mower conditioner 6 2 3 Preparing the machine Linkage adjustment If measure A is below 2 20 m 7 3 Measure dimension A A Place lower links in position...

Page 50: ...FC244 D FF D FF 50 6 Putting into service KN329CGB_A Mower conditioner If measure A exceeds 2 20 m 7 3 Place lower links in position b b Refer to the decal fitted on the machine K9C472TL 0 K9C472TL 0...

Page 51: ...6 Putting into service FC244 D FF D FF 51 KN329CGB_A Mower conditioner Do not couple machine as in c or d The tractor lift arms risk deteriorating the frame after several maneuvers c d...

Page 52: ...ower the tractor three point linkage Adjust levelling rods to position draft arms as close as possible below the hitch pins A 30 50 mm 1 2 max Lift the tractor lift linkage to connect the draft arms t...

Page 53: ...sing the tractor lift linkage until the parking stand no longer rests on the ground Remove lynch pin 1 Pull lock 2 a Raise parking stand b Push lock on parking stand pin Lock the drawbar with the pin...

Page 54: ...at the factory Connect the 2 hydraulic hoses of the transport work cylinder to a double acting valve The tractor must be fitted with a double acting hydraulic outlet with float position 1 2 After mak...

Page 55: ...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...

Page 56: ...place and fixed with the chains provided On machine side attach chain around the pto shaft support located between the top link yoke Immediately replace any worn or damaged guard 6 2 8 Intermediate P...

Page 57: ...nce and storage Lubrication PTO shaft The intermediate PTO shaft is fitted with a friction slip clutch Before the machine is put into service and after a long period of non use check the function of s...

Page 58: ...sure dimension E Adjust tractor lower link stabilizers to measure E 50 mm 2 E Tractor fitted with a hydraulic position control function From the headland turn position Lower the tractor lift to obtain...

Page 59: ...pecific procedures mentioned in the related section Chain stroke limiter 500 mm 20 in K9C443TL 0 For tractors not fitted with a hydraulic position control function unhook and attach check chain to its...

Page 60: ...ts support 1 Disconnect the hydraulic hoses 2 Disconnect electric signalling plug 3 Place hydraulic hoses and electric signalling plug in their respective supports Remove cord from tractor and store i...

Page 61: ...ds the machine must never hide the tractor rear lights From the working position Pressurize the transport work position cylinder to place the mowing unit in working position Fully lift tractor lift li...

Page 62: ...40 bar 2031 psi Never engage the tractor PTO drive when the machine is in transport position If the intermediate PTO shaft torque limiter has become very hot due to slippage wait for it to cool down b...

Page 63: ...A Mower conditioner 7 3 Machine transport using transport means 134035 Specific requirements for countries member of the Eurasian Economic Community EAC marking 134036 Specific requirements for countr...

Page 64: ...ing the machine in working position Check that nobody is within the machine pivoting area If there is someone make sure the person moves away Fully lift tractor lift linkage Pull on cord to release la...

Page 65: ...h pin and the ground The machine is in headland turn position H Activate the tractor s dual action distributor to lower the mowing unit to the ground Shift the mowing unit lift cylinder directional co...

Page 66: ...wer the machine on the ground to remove weight from the top link Modify the top link length to alter the machine tilt angle Check cutting height If the tractor is fitted with a hydraulic top link the...

Page 67: ...btained by a hydro pneumatic accumulator By modifying the accumulator pressure the mowing unit ground pressure varies The hydro pneumatic accumulator system also operates the safety breakback function...

Page 68: ...1 8 Measure distance H between the right hitch pin and the ground H Place the machine in working position Check the pressure given on the gauge NORMAL operating pressure 80 bar 1160 psi MINIMUM operat...

Page 69: ...o not cause the machine to move Place the machine in working position Connect hydraulic hose 1 of the floatation system to a single acting valve Open the valve using 18 box spanner supplied with the m...

Page 70: ...B_A Mower conditioner When the required pressure is reached close the valve Place the tractor single acting valve in floating position Disconnect and store hydraulic hose in holder 1 1 The valve must...

Page 71: ...rotor speed rotational frequency adjustments The machine is equipped with a finger conditioning rotor The rotor speed can be adjusted to 888 min 1 or 615 min 1 At delivery the speed is set at 888 rpm...

Page 72: ...off the engine remove ignition key and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop With the machine in transport position Remove self locking nut of pivoting guardrail using the box span...

Page 73: ...FC244 D FF D FF 73 KN329CGB_A Mower conditioner Loosen the 8 pulley mounting bolts using box spanner Loosen belt tensioning bolt using box spanner 1 Remove belt tensioning bolt from its holder Tip ov...

Page 74: ...If this is not the case clean and coat the mating surfaces with grease before sliding the pulleys on their shafts Reinstall the 8 bolts 2 without tightening them Reinstall belts on pulleys Reinstall b...

Page 75: ...hten the self locking nuts using box spanner 1 Pivot guardrail tube Tighten self locking nut of pivoting guardrail using box spanner Torque 8 5 daN m 63 lbf ft 1 Refer to the pictorial applied on the...

Page 76: ...ignition key and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop and apply park brake See section Instructions for work Adjustments in working position Finger conditioning rotor speed The lev...

Page 77: ...ith regards to the required conditioning intensity The angular position of the comb in relation to the conditioning hood also enables altering the conditioning intensity Loosen screw Position the comb...

Page 78: ...ased by using the second conditioning hood pivot point The pivot point reduces the distance E between the upper part of the hood and the rotor by 25 mm 1 The conditioning hood is factory fitted as sho...

Page 79: ...s for work FC244 D FF D FF 79 KN329CGB_A Mower conditioner Fold the front guard cover 1 1 Remove 2 bolts 1 Pivot and position the conditioning hood opposite the free hole Reinstall bolts 1 Reassemble...

Page 80: ...oner 8 2 5 Swathing and wide spreading The spreading system is made up of the following components 2 swath shields Adjustable 5 spreading fins The 4 left spreading fins are adjustable the right spread...

Page 81: ...panner Pivot left spreading fins around their pivot points 4 towards the right In the direction of travel Tighten eyebolts 3 5 4 5 3 Adjustment of the left swath shield In the direction of travel Loos...

Page 82: ...ft spreading fins using the 18mm box spanner Pivot left spreading fins around their pivot pins 4 towards the left Tighten eyebolts 3 Swath width adjustment Loosen the 2 eyebolts 5 of swath shields Piv...

Page 83: ...persons and animals away from the machine danger zone Never lean or step on the protection cover Before the machine engages the crop Engage the tractor PTO and increase speed gradually until reaching...

Page 84: ...mm 2 4 4 7 Replace the end disc skids by the 2 raised skid shoes The use of raised skid shoes is also recommended on sticky grounds Knife attachment per bolt and nut FC244 FC244D Fast fit knives FC24...

Page 85: ...nalling equipment for France 9 4 4 belt drive Equipment delivered depending on country 9 4 1 Start up The machine can be fitted with specific signalling lights to comply with the road regulations Seco...

Page 86: ...the ground Engage the tractor PTO Before carrying out any maintenance on the machine disengage the power take off switch off the tractor engine remove ignition key and wait until all moving parts hav...

Page 87: ...ustments The machine is equipped with a finger conditioning rotor The rotor speed can be adjusted to 888 min 1 or 615 min 1 At delivery the speed is set at 888 rpm 888 min 615 min 1 1 Turn off the eng...

Page 88: ...N329CGB_A Mower conditioner Remove the 3 nuts 1 Remove belt guard Loosen the 8 pulley mounting bolts using box spanner Loosen belt tensioning bolt using box spanner 1 Remove belt tensioning bolt from...

Page 89: ...its support Tighten belt tensioning bolt using box spanner until the spring is completely compressed Tighten pulley bolts using box spanner Torque 12 daN m 89 lbf ft Reinstall the belt guard Check tha...

Page 90: ...adjusting the mowing unit travel speed when switching from the headland turn position to the work position 9 6 Female coupler Loosen screw 1 Turn adjustment knob 2 clockwise to reduce de tractor valve...

Page 91: ...t FC244 D FF D FF 91 KN329CGB_A Mower conditioner 9 7 USA signalling equipment 9 7 1 Coupling and uncoupling Electrical connection Connect 7 pin plug to the tractor Removal Disconnect and store 7 pin...

Page 92: ...the absence of a hydraulic stroke limiter with position indexation on the tractor Fit the chain stroke limiter on the machines Place the machine in headland turn position Coupling device a Fit the cha...

Page 93: ...ce H between the right hitch pin and the ground H Refer to the decal fitted on the machine to check the distance between the right hitch pin and the ground 500 mm 20 in K9C443TL 0 Attach chain stroke...

Page 94: ...g parts are at a standstill and uncouple the universal drive shaft 10 1 Frequency chart Maintenance intervals are indicated for normal conditions of use After the first 10 hours of use Every 30 hours...

Page 95: ...in The conditioning rotor housings Maintenance and storage Hydro pneumatic accumulator After the first 10 hours of use Every 30 hours Every 50 hours Every 200 hours or at the end of the season Every 1...

Page 96: ...intermediate pto shaft the machine must always be in transport position for any maintenance or repair work knife replacement lubrication etc The pictorials show the points to be greased Clean grease n...

Page 97: ...ransmission tube 2 Guide rings 3 Before using the machine for the first time Grease the transmission In intensive use it is recommended to proceed with greasing at closer intervals very dusty conditio...

Page 98: ...tate a disc to access the grease zerk Slide the black collar back in place when lubrication has been completed The grease zerks 3 of the guiding bushes are directly accessible on the transmission tube...

Page 99: ...terbar end Remove filler plug 2 and its washer Raise cutterbar on opposite side of drain plug Remove drain plug 3 and its washer Allow oil to drain completely Wait for dripping to stop Clean and reins...

Page 100: ...SAE75W90 Remove dipstick plug 1 Place a container of sufficient capacity under drain plug Remove drain plug 2 Allow oil to drain completely Wait for dripping to stop Clean and reinstall drain plug 2 R...

Page 101: ...ype PAO Poly Alpha Olefine with viscosity grade SAE75W90 Remove the filler plug 1 Place a container of sufficient capacity under drain plug Remove drain plug 2 Allow oil to drain completely Wait for d...

Page 102: ...29CGB_A Mower conditioner 10 3 3 Lubrication The moving parts and pivot points 10 3 4 Greasing Lubricate with all purpose oil SAE80W90 Lubricate with multi purpose grease grade NLGI 2 The mowing unit...

Page 103: ...10 Maintenance and storage FC244 D FF D FF 103 KN329CGB_A Mower conditioner The cutterbar connecting frame pivot pin The control pivot pin...

Page 104: ...FC244 D FF D FF 104 10 Maintenance and storage KN329CGB_A Mower conditioner The conditioning rotor housings The control lever pin...

Page 105: ...ro pneumatic accumulator depressurize the circuit It is strictly forbidden to weld grind or drill onto a hydro pneumatic accumulator Regularly check the tightness of the accumulator fixing bolts and t...

Page 106: ...ne in parking position Connect hydraulic hose 1 of the floatation system to a single acting valve Open the valve using 18 box spanner supplied with the machine Release pressure until the gauge needle...

Page 107: ...stop 1 limits the machine s oscillation during transport Place the machine in transport position Stop 1 must be in contact with stud 2 If not Contact your KUHN authorized dealer 2 1 Replace flexible s...

Page 108: ...dually When a belt is damaged always replace the whole set Regularly check belt tension and in particular during the first hours of use Tighten belt tensioning bolt using box spanner until the spring...

Page 109: ...replace belts individually When a belt is damaged always replace the whole set With the machine in transport position Remove self locking nut of pivoting guardrail using the box spanner supplied with...

Page 110: ...Reinstall belt tensioning bolt and washer on its support Tighten belt tensioning bolt using box spanner until the spring is completely compressed Reinstall the belt guard Check that the guard is enga...

Page 111: ...up if necessary Clean and reinstall filler plugs and their seals 1 and 2 Replace if necessary If in doubt as to the oil quantity contained in the cutterbar fully drain and refill cutterbar respecting...

Page 112: ...ore the machine is operated to ensure the cutting quality ensure safety in use Prevent cutterbar damage risks Replace knives in the following cases Damaged knives Very rough conditions can cause knive...

Page 113: ...ceed 65 mm 2 6 Knife width B measured at a distance A of 10 mm 0 4 from the disc edge must exceed 34 mm 1 3 Elongation of hole due to wear Verify that distance L from edge of hole to edge of knife is...

Page 114: ...und is worn or inoperational When the bolt head wear reaches the center line of the bolt When diameter D of the bolt shoulder is less than 15 mm 0 6 After having been removed 5 times Replace nuts in t...

Page 115: ...wo discs to stop them from rotating Loosen nut using box spanner supplied with the machine Remove bolt through opening located at the front of the disc guard Knives can be turned over on the same disc...

Page 116: ...nt of the inner disk must be carried out by your Kuhn authorized dealer Place a wooden wedge 2 between two discs to stop them from moving Remove 2 bolts 1 and their spring washers using the box spanne...

Page 117: ...ers at right angles to each other Position conical centre of spring washer at the top Tighten screws Torque 12 daN m 89 lbf ft Check if there is still a gap of 1 mm 0 04 between the disc lower part an...

Page 118: ...y ensure safety in use Prevent cutterbar damage risks Replace knives in the following cases Damaged knives Very rough conditions can cause knives to crack and become deformed Worn knives When the foll...

Page 119: ...on of hole due to wear Verify that distance L from edge of hole to edge of knife is not less than 9 mm 0 35 L Always replace both knives per disc to avoid creating an out of balance force Check the se...

Page 120: ...compound is worn or inoperational c When there is only X 2 mm 0 08 material left between the bolt head and body d When diameter D of the bolt shoulder is less than 11 mm 0 43 a b c d D X See section M...

Page 121: ...on of the securing elements regularly and also the torque of the knife fixing bolt Torque 12 daN m 89 lbf ft Replace spring plate in the following cases 3 When there is visible distortion When you hav...

Page 122: ...e remove ignition key wait until all moving parts have come to a standstill and apply park brake Replace immediately all worn or distorted knives Never straighten a bent knife Always replace both kniv...

Page 123: ...Mower conditioner Fully insert special tool between disc and spring plate Pivot special tool downwards to free spring plate from screw head Make sure that the securing nut and bolt are in good conditi...

Page 124: ...Fitting Knives can be turned over on the same disc to use the other cutting edge or replaced On each knife an arrow indicates the disc s direction of rotation Pivot special tool downwards to free spr...

Page 125: ...other disks Checking the full locking and free rotation of the knife on the screw head Check that screw head 2 is free to slide in spring plate hole 3 Remove special tool Rotate disk by half a turn Re...

Page 126: ...ement of the inner disk must be carried out by your Kuhn authorized dealer Place a wooden wedge 2 between two discs to stop them from moving Remove 2 bolts 1 and their spring washers using the box spa...

Page 127: ...ge FC244 D FF D FF 127 KN329CGB_A Mower conditioner When remounting Position their largest diameters at right angles to each other Position conical centre of spring washer at the top Tighten screws To...

Page 128: ...efit the disc The replacement of the inner disc spring plate must be carried out by a Kuhn authorized dealer See section Maintenance and storage Maintenance Inspection of knives and securing elements...

Page 129: ...1 of outer and inner cone covers 2 and 3 Torque 6 daN m 44 lbf ft Replace any lost or damaged cover 2 and 3 1 2 3 1 10 4 8 Intermediate PTO shaft Uncoupling of the intermediate PTO shaft on the centra...

Page 130: ...ot guard to align slots 1 and lugs 2 c Slide the guard along the PTO shaft To access the limiter flange of the secondary drive d Loosen screw 1 Pivot and slide guard 2 The screws of flange 2 risk bein...

Page 131: ...y Friction slip clutch Measure the distance X between the end of bolts 3 and ends of nuts 2 Tighten nuts to release the friction discs Rotate torque limiter to allow removing the flange screws manuall...

Page 132: ...FC244 D FF D FF 132 10 Maintenance and storage KN329CGB_A Mower conditioner Remove bracket 3 e Uncouple the intermediate PTO shaft from the central gearbox e 3...

Page 133: ...Lubrication chapter Touch up any areas of damaged paintwork Put the machine under cover in a dry place Inspect and replace worn knives and bolts See section Inspection of knives and securing elements...

Page 134: ...ection of knives and securing elements Check that all nuts and bolts are sufficiently tightened Re read the operators manual Retension V belts Check belt guard condition and if it is firmly secured in...

Page 135: ...stance X between the end of bolts 1 and ends of nuts 2 Tighten nuts to release the friction discs Let the friction discs slip for a few seconds manually Loosen nuts 1 The distance X must be identical...

Page 136: ...134192 Specific requirements for countries member of the Eurasian Economic Community EAC marking 10 6 Dismantling and scrapping of the machine At the end of the machine s life the various machine com...

Page 137: ...he hydro pneumatic accumulator to 10 bar below the recommended minimum pressure Adjust main frame height with regards to the ground Lower the tractor lift to obtain a distance of H 500 mm 1 7 7 betwee...

Page 138: ...ts slip Retension belts Too low PTO speed rotational frequency Increase the speed to 540 min Incorrectly adjusted swath shields Adjust both swath shields Insufficient cutterbar ground clearance in hea...

Page 139: ...turn position Remedy Reset of the lift pump Stage 1 Place the machine in working position Place double acting valve controlling the machine locking unlocking in floating position Connect hydraulic ho...

Page 140: ...rate tractor single acting valve to increase the pressure in the circuit Inflate the hydraulic circuit to 80 bar 1160 psi Refer to the decal fitted on the machine Shut off valve using 18 box wrench su...

Page 141: ...e floatation single acting valve to increase or reduce the pressure in the circuit b Adjust hydraulic circuit to 80 bar 1160 psi Shut off valve using 18 box wrench supplied with the machine Activate t...

Page 142: ...ydraulic outlet which controls the suspension circuit in floating position Disconnect and store floatation system hydraulic hose 1 The floatation system s hydraulic hose 1 must always be disconnected...

Page 143: ...ont and or rear 3 point lift linkages the maximum load on tractor s tires must not be exceeded The load on the tractor front axle must always represent 20 of the tractor unladen weight Prior to use ch...

Page 144: ...f gravity or the front ballast and the front axle centre b m Distance between the tractor axles c m Distance between the rear axle center and the center of the lower link ball joints d m Distance betw...

Page 145: ...rators manual 4 Calculation of the total weight M real If the rear tool M2 is lighter than the minimum load required at the rear minimum increase tool weight until the required minimum rear load is re...

Page 146: ...weight kg kg Load on front axle kg kg kg Load on rear axle kg kg kg The minimum ballasting must be made by fitting a tool or an additional mass to the tractor The values obtained must be below or equa...

Page 147: ...4 D FF D FF 147 KN329CGB_A Mower conditioner T1 Load on front axle Tractor only T2 Load on rear axle Tractor only T Axle loads Tractor only T1 _____kg T1 ________ kg T2 _____kg T2 ________ kg T _____k...

Page 148: ...tion empty the hopper to travel on public roads In any case we recommend to travel on public roads with empty hoppers and tanks Measure dimension b Measure dimension c t1 Load on front axle Tractor ma...

Page 149: ...Weight Rating in accordance with the countrie s legislation empty the hopper to travel on public roads In any case we recommend to travel on public roads with empty hoppers and tanks Measure dimension...

Page 150: ...FC244 D FF D FF 150 12 Appendix KN329CGB_A Mower conditioner Calculating the front tool weight M1 t T Calculating the distance a a b x T2 t2 M1...

Page 151: ...the manufacturer concerned in as much as the latter justifies such a claim This Limited Warranty does not apply to failure through normal wear and tear to damage resulting from negligence or from lac...

Page 152: ...qualit and quantity of lubricants used must always be in accordance with Company specifications The safety measures mentioned in the Operator s manual and on the machine itself have been followed an...

Page 153: ...forms to the requirements of following European harmonized standards conforms to the requirements of the European directive 2006 42 CE Brand Brand Machine Machine Type Model Type Model Serial no Seria...

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