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Discs, knives and securing elements are manufac-
tured from high quality steel and have been subjected
to a heat-treatment to assure a high resistance to
wear.
Worn or damaged items must immediately be
replaced with genuine KUHN parts as otherwise
warranty will be withdrawn.
ADJUSTMENTS AND MAINTENANCE
CAUTION : BEFORE CARRYING OUT SERVICE OR ADJUSTMENTS TO THIS MACHINE,
TURN OFF THE TRACTOR ENGINE, REMOVE IGNITION KEY AND DISCONNECT THE PTO
SHAFT.
Adjust machine to clear obstructions and debris. Foreign objects and other debris can be
deflected toward the operator and bystanders.
1. INSPECTION OF KNIVES AND SECURING ELEMENTS
A) KNIVES : should be inspected systematically
each time before the machine is operated.
Cutting quality as well as safe operation depend on the
regular inspection and care given to the knives. Knives
should be replaced in the following cases :
a) Damaged knives
Very rough conditions can cause knives to crack
and become deformed leading to :
- increased risk of accidents ;
- deterioration of cutting quality ;
- risk of damage to the cutterbar.
b) Worn knives
Length (A) of a knife should be greater than 65 mm.
The width (B) of a knife, measured at a distance
of 10 mm away from the edge of the disc should
be greater than 34 mm.
The hole (L) for the securing bolt must not become
oval by more than 20 mm for an 18 mm hole.
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