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Putting into service

Gyrotedder

GF222T

21

2. Coupling and uncoupling

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Preparing the tractor

The machine adapts to tractors fitted with a pull bar.

The tractor nominal PTO speed must be 540 min

-1

.

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Coupling the machine

- Couple machine to tractor and secure hitch pin.

Safety chain

The machine is supplied with a ANSI/ASAE safety chain

type with a minimum ultimate system strength of
45 kN (10100 lbf).

The safety chain must be tied around a tractor

attachment point other than the attachment bar.

The safety chain is intended to keep the
machine under control in the event of a loss
or failure of the hitch pin.

Summary of Contents for GF222T

Page 1: ...KN244AGB B OPERATOR S MANUAL Gyrotedder GF222T KN244AGB B English 10 2009 ...

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Page 3: ...dge Please DO NOT ASSUME 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 qualit...

Page 4: ...ructions 7 Location and description of safety decals on the machine 15 Road safety equipment and recommendations 17 Machine specifications 18 Description and glossary 18 Technical specifications 19 Sound levels 19 Putting into service 20 Description of control elements 20 Coupling and uncoupling 21 Instructions for transport 25 Putting the machine into transport position 25 Conformity with the roa...

Page 5: ...T 3 Instructions for work 28 Putting the machine into work position 28 Adjustments in working position 29 Machine use 30 Maintenance and storage 31 Frequency chart 31 Lubrication 32 Maintenance 34 Storage 37 Limited warranty 38 ...

Page 6: ...Gyrotedder 4 GF222T Identification of the machine Identification of the machine 1 Rear view 2 Front view ...

Page 7: ...the machine Gyrotedder GF222T 5 3 Model identification plate Please write below the type and serial number of the machine This information is to be indicated to the dealer for all spare parts orders Type GF222T Serial no ...

Page 8: ... 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 9: ...ly 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 safety and ...

Page 10: ...e 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 the great importance that the operator exercises caution in every given situation Groundspeed must be adapted to...

Page 11: ...cumstances be less than 20 of the tractor s unladen weight If necessary add ballast weights to the front or to the rear to preserve the steering and braking efficiency Transport position Before transporting the machine on public roads place the machine into its transport position according to the instructions in this manual Lightings and signallings Before transporting the machine on public roads ...

Page 12: ...chock the wheels and that the parking stand is in the right position The machine must only be attached to the hitch points provided for this purpose Never stand between the tractor and the machine when operating the three point linkage Do not stand between the tractor and the machine without ensuring that the parking brake is applied ...

Page 13: ...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 frequenc...

Page 14: ...ed tools Before any work is performed on the wheels ensure that the machine rests on the ground and is perfectly stable so that it cannot move accidentally put chocks in place Safety decals Safety warning decals to respect are placed in pictorial form on various parts of the machine They are there to warn you of potential dangers and to tell you how to avoid accidents Always keep the safety decals...

Page 15: ...ments under pressure or tension springs pressure accumulators etc must only be carried out by competent persons with regulation equipment Wear the appropriate protective clothing for the work in hand gloves shoes goggles helmet ear protectors etc Do not solder weld or use a blow torch near fluids under pressure or inflammable products For your own safety and for correct machine operation only use ...

Page 16: ...uards are in place Keep all persons and animals away from the danger zone Keep a safe distance from the Gyrotedder when the rotors are in movement Never work in reverse After the power source has stopped the rotors can continue turning for a time Stay away from the machine until all moving parts have come to a complete standstill If an obstacle is hit disengage the PTO drive stop the tractor engin...

Page 17: ...Safety Gyrotedder GF222T 15 3 Location and description of safety decals on the machine Location of safety decals ...

Page 18: ... 2 Before leaving the tractor or before adjusting maintaining or repairing 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 Always stay at a safe distance from the machine Rotary tools 4 To preven...

Page 19: ...regulations Always keep to the legal speed limit for driving a tractor machine assembly on public roads Whatever this speed we recommend for everyone s safety not to exceed a speed of 40 km h 25 mph The rear safety device comprises 2 red triangular reflectors 1 The side device comprises 2 amber reflectors 1 on each machine side Tyre pressure Transport wheels 1 2 bar 29 psi 1 1 1 1 1 1 ...

Page 20: ...222T Machine specifications Machine specifications 1 Description and glossary 0 1 Drawbar 2 Hitch pin 3 Guard Folding 4 Guard Fixed 5 Central gearbox 6 Drive shaft support 7 Pitch angle adjustment handle 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 ...

Page 21: ...tion 2 60 m 8 6 Length in transport position 2 50 m 8 Height in transport position x xx m y Minimum PTO power requirement 15 kW 20 hp PTO speed 540 min 1 Weight 225 kg 496 lb Tyres 15x6 00 6 Tyre pressure 2 bar 29 psi Sound levels have been measured in accordance with the measuring methods as defined in NF EN 1553 Agricultural machinery Self propelled mounted semi mounted and trailed Common safety...

Page 22: ...Gyrotedder 20 GF222T Putting into service Putting into service 1 Description of control elements The machine is fitted with the following components 1 handle to adjust the pitch angle 1 ...

Page 23: ...ng the machine Couple machine to tractor and secure hitch pin Safety chain The machine is supplied with a ANSI ASAE safety chain type with a minimum ultimate system strength of 45 kN 10100 lbf The safety chain must be tied around a tractor attachment point other than the attachment bar The safety chain is intended to keep the machine under control in the event of a loss or failure of the hitch pin...

Page 24: ...okes 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 ou...

Page 25: ...n flat ground Adjust machine pitch angle with handle 1 so that the tines are at a distance D 10 mm 0 4 from the ground 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 Lower the pto shaft holder 1 1 1 The machine adjustment must be made every time another tractor is used ...

Page 26: ...e From the transport position Remove and store safety chain on the drawbar Unfold pto shaft support 1 Uncouple and place PTO shaft in support 1 Remove hitch pin Move forward with the tractor The machine is uncoupled Park the machine on an even fairly level ground 1 ...

Page 27: ...lock 1 Pull handle 1 to unlock left side guard 2 Fold left side guard 2 until automatically locked Before placing the machine into transport position Before leaving the tractor or before adjusting maintaining or repairing 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 Check guard is fully...

Page 28: ...ms towards the machine inside Reinstall the 2 handles 1 Proceed the same way on the other side Position rotors horizontally using pitch angle adjustment crank handle The machine is in transport position Never engage the tractor PTO drive when the machine is in transport position 1 1 1 ...

Page 29: ...reflective signalling equipment is clean before going on public roads Before driving the machine on public roads ensure that the machine complies with current highway code regulations Never tow the machine at a speed exceeding 40 km h 25 mph Check guard is fully locked Regularly check the tyre pressure 1 1 1 ...

Page 30: ...ndles 1 Pivot tine arms towards the machine outside Reinstall the 2 handles 1 Proceed the same way on the other side Adjust machine pitch angle with handle 1 so that the tines are at a distance D 10 mm 0 4 from the ground Pull handle 1 to unlock left side guard 2 Unfold left side guard until automatically locked The machine is in working position Check guard is fully locked 1 1 1 2 ...

Page 31: ... 1 Before carrying out any maintenance or repairs on the machine switch off the tractor engine remove ignition key wait until all moving parts have come to a standstill and apply park brake The distance between tines and soil is a very important factor with regards to the machine work quality and tine service life 1 ...

Page 32: ...ral advice In dense and average length crop When wilting a crop with low humidity level the speed is approximately of 7 to 8 km h 4 4 5 mph When tedding a more or less dry crop the speed is approximately of 10 to 12 km h 6 3 7 5 mph The dryer the crop the more the PTO speed must be reduced For a very dense humid crop composed of very long blades the forward speed must be reduced Keep all persons a...

Page 33: ... remove ignition key wait until all moving parts have come to a standstill and apply park brake After the first 10 hours of use Once per week Every 200 hours or at the end of the season Lubrication Grease The rotor housings The tedding rotor locking system The guard lock The pitch angle adjustment handle and its pivot pin 3 Maintenance Check Tightness of all bolts and nuts 3 3 ...

Page 34: ... 1 Transmission tube 2 Every 100 hours Guide rings 3 Before carrying out any maintenance or repairs on the machine switch off the tractor engine remove ignition key wait until all moving parts have come to a standstill and apply park brake Lubricate with SHELL multi purpose grease grade NLGI 2 Lubricate the central disc of each universal joint with PTO shaft positioned so that it is straight ...

Page 35: ...Maintenance and storage Gyrotedder GF222T 33 Grease The rotor housings The tedding rotor locking system The guard lock The pitch angle adjustment handle and its pivot pin ...

Page 36: ...x is lubricated for life and does not require regular maintenance Checking the fixing elements Check that all nuts and bolts are sufficiently tightened Oil with SHELL SAE 90 gear oil The main gearbox is lubricated for life with 0 2 kg 0 44 lb of SHELL multi purpose semi fluid grease grade NLGI 2 ...

Page 37: ...O drive turn off the engine remove ignition key and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop and apply park brake 2 types of tines are fitted on the machine Tines 1 for rotors rotating clockwise a Tines 2 for rotors rotating counterclockwise b Check that the tines are fitted properly with regards to the rotor direction of rotation Respect mounting instructions so that the crop s pr...

Page 38: ...rage Reassemble the unit Tighten attachment screw Torque 20 daN m 148 lbf ft Tyre pressure Transport wheels 1 2 bar 29 psi Check attachment bolt washer and nut Replace if necessary Check that the tine is properly embedded in the tine arm 1 1 ...

Page 39: ...y areas of damaged paintwork Check and replace worn or damaged tines Put the machine under cover in a dry place At the start of each season Read through the operator s manual again Check tyre pressure 2 bar 29 psi Check and replace worn or damaged tines Check that all nuts and bolts are sufficiently tightened Make sure that all protection devices are in place and in good condition ...

Page 40: ...Gyrotedder 38 GF222T Limited warranty Limited warranty ...

Page 41: ...Limited warranty Gyrotedder GF222T 39 ...

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