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Maintenance and storage

SpeedRake

SR108 SR110 SR112

3. Storage

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At the end of each season

- Clean the machine thoroughly.

- Put the machine under cover in a dry place.

- Retract all hydraulic cylinders and coat the exposed

parts of ram rods with lubricant.

- Replace any damaged or missing safety decals.

- Replace all parts that are worn or damaged with KUHN

original parts.

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At the start of each season

- Re-read the operators' manual.

- Check tire pressure. Refer to the technical

specifications' chart.

- Make sure all the guards are in place.

- Lubricate all grease points.

- Torque the transport wheel lug nuts to 120 ft lbs (163

daNm).

- Check tightness of all bolts and nuts on rake assembly,

particularly on rake wheels.

Summary of Contents for SpeedRake SR108

Page 1: ...7N001EUS D OPERATOR S MANUAL SpeedRake SR108 SR110 SR112 7N001EUS D English USA 10 2013 7N001EUS_D...

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Page 3: ...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 ins...

Page 4: ...ymbols used in this document 6 Safety instructions 7 Location and description of safety decals on the machine 14 Road safety equipment and recommendations 16 Machine specifications 18 Description and...

Page 5: ...ition 26 Setting the machine to windrow turning position 29 Adjusting rake wheel ground pressure 30 Adjusting hydraulic hose length 31 Optional equipment 32 Center kicker wheel 32 Helper springs 34 Hy...

Page 6: ...SpeedRake 4 SR108 SR110 SR112 Identification of the machine Identification of the machine 1 Front view 2 Rear view...

Page 7: ...the Kuhn authorized dealer for any spare parts order or warranty claim Type SR108 SR110 SR112 Serial no 4 Optional equipment Check the boxes corresponding to the equipment fitted on your machine Kit n...

Page 8: ...ates 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...

Page 9: ...ssurize hydraulics turn off the engine remove ignition key apply parking brake and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop Introduction The machine must only be operated maintained an...

Page 10: ...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...

Page 11: ...circumstances 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 tra...

Page 12: ...e circuits are not under pressure Before disconnecting a hose depressurize the hydraulic circuit To avoid making incorrect connections mark hydraulic couplers and corresponding hoses with colors WARNI...

Page 13: ...standardized tools Before any work is performed on the wheels ensure that the machine is perfectly stable so that it cannot move accidentally Place chocks on both sides of each transport wheel Safety...

Page 14: ...ersons with regulation equipment Wear appropriate protective clothing gloves shoes goggles helmet ear defenders etc Do not solder weld or use a blow torch near fluids under pressure or flammable compo...

Page 15: ...rdware per the instructions in this manual Stay a safe distance from the Wheel Rake when the wheels are moving Never work in reverse If the machine hits an obstacle stop the tractor engine remove the...

Page 16: ...SpeedRake 14 SR108 SR110 SR112 Safety 3 Location and description of safety decals on the machine Location of safety decals 1 2 3 5 2 3 4...

Page 17: ...safety decals Operating instructions 1 The operators manual contains all the information necessary for using the machine safely It is imperative to read and comply with all instructions Body crushing...

Page 18: ...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 road safety equip...

Page 19: ...he rake on public roads always lock the rake arms in the transport position with the link bar 1 Always lock rake arms and wheels up before driving on roads To lock rake arms and wheels for transport f...

Page 20: ...nger wheel 16 Right and left twin wheel mount 3 Main frame 10 Primary pivot assembly 17 Finger wheel hub 4 Stop pad 11 Lift cylinders 18 Mount retainer 5 Turnbuckle 12 Link bar 19 Spacer tube SR110 SR...

Page 21: ...m 19 1 5 8m 21 8 6 6m Raking width minimum 15 10 4 7m 16 11 4 9m 18 9 5 7m Raking width maximum 18 10 5 7m 21 2 6 5m 23 4 7 3m Windrow adjustment minimum 3 0 9m 3 0 9m 3 0 9m Windrow adjustment maximu...

Page 22: ...e to tractor and secure hitch pin Hitch pin should be 1 25 4cm diameter Raise jack 1 using crank handle 2 Remove pin 3 and jack Attach jack 1 onto holder 2 Secure jack 1 with pin 3 Make sure the hitch...

Page 23: ...hment point other than the attachment bar Hydraulic connection Remove connector dust caps and connect hydraulic hoses to tractor The safety chain is intended to keep the machine under control in the e...

Page 24: ...ning until the tongue weight is off the tractor hitch Remove hitch pin The machine is uncoupled Park the machine on fairly level ground Preferably park the machine in the transport position with the t...

Page 25: ...position on the primary pivot pins Secure the link bar 1 with the retaining pins Make sure that all safety signs and reflectors are installed clean and visible Check safety chain for proper installat...

Page 26: ...oads Before driving the machine on public roads ensure that the machine complies with current highway code regulations Before going on public roads Make sure the rake wheels and arms are locked in the...

Page 27: ...on the primary pivot Install the retaining pin to secure the link bar 1 Activate the tractor hydraulics and lower the rake arms to the working position Place the tractor hydraulics in float mode just...

Page 28: ...Minimum and maximum width and windrow specifications See Note A Note A Will vary depending on crop conditions 1 2 Model Windrow width 1 SR108 110 112 3 0 1m 7 0 2 1m Model Working width 2 Minimum Max...

Page 29: ...g a wider windrow and a narrower raking width To change rake arm angle Loosen the nuts on the turnbuckle 3 Rotate turnbuckle barrel 1 using pin 2 until arm is at desired angle Retighten the turnbuckle...

Page 30: ...rimary pivot pin 2 Remove turnbuckle pin 3 Slide the telescoping arm 1 to the desired position using the jack 5 Reinstall primary pivot pin 2 to lock telescoping arm 1 in place Secure primary pivot pi...

Page 31: ...Activate tractor hydraulics and lower the right hand rake arm toward the raking position Once the arm has passed the upright position switch the tractor hydraulics into the float position to allow the...

Page 32: ...e As a starting point before adjusting ground pressure the spring length A should be set to 10 1 2 when in the transport position Before leaving the tractor or before adjusting maintaining or repairin...

Page 33: ...ke SR108 SR110 SR112 31 5 Adjusting hydraulic hose length Loosen clamp nut 1 until hydraulic hoses 2 move freely Slide hoses in or out of the tongue tube until they are the desired length Retighten cl...

Page 34: ...r wheel 1 is used to fluff the center part of the windrow It can be used when raking 3 windrows together or after mowers or tedders have been used Center kicker wheel parts 1 1 Rake wheel 2 Kicker whe...

Page 35: ...center kicker wheel in the transport position Activate the tractor hydraulics and raise the rake arms until they reach the stops Stop the tractor engine and remove ignition key Wait until the rotating...

Page 36: ...SR110 and is standard on model SR112 If less ground pressure is required after a full compression adjustment has been made an additional spring 1 may be added inside each of the main springs 2 Before...

Page 37: ...he straight adapter behind the quick coupler to allow the rake arms to move more slowly 4 Safety chain A safety chain must be used when transporting the rake on public roadways Use ANSI ASAE safety ch...

Page 38: ...ials show the points to be greased Clean grease zerks before greasing Every 25 hours Primary pivot 1 Twin rake wheel mount pivot 2 Rake wheel hubs 3 Link bar pins 4 Before leaving the tractor or befor...

Page 39: ...Maintenance and storage SpeedRake SR108 SR110 SR112 37 Every 50 hours Secondary pivot 1 Telescopic tube 2 Every year Transport wheel bearing 3 repack 1 2 3...

Page 40: ...g gaskets If welding is required on this unit do not allow the electrical current to flow through the bearings Ground the welder directly to the part being welded 37 TUBE FITTINGS AND ADAPTERS ADJUSTA...

Page 41: ...ant Replace any damaged or missing safety decals Replace all parts that are worn or damaged with KUHN original parts At the start of each season Re read the operators manual Check tire pressure Refer...

Page 42: ...any machine or machine part which in the judgment of KUHN has been altered or tampered with in any way has been subjected to misuse neglect or accident has been used for an application not designed fo...

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