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Andex 353

Operating manual

Original operating manual

Edition

06.2012

Date of print

05.2012

Language

Machine number

VF69508670

Model

VF6950

Document number

VF16649742.EN

Summary of Contents for Andex 353

Page 1: ...Andex 353 Operating manual Original operating manual Edition 06 2012 Date of print 05 2012 Language EN Machine number VF69508670 Model VF6950 Document number VF16649742 EN ...

Page 2: ...ufacturer Kverneland Group Kerteminde AS Taarupstrandvej 25 DK 5300 Kerteminde Denmark Tel 45 65 19 19 00 3 50 m 420 kg VF6950_ _ _ _ Copyright by Kverneland Group Gottmadingen N V Germany Reproduction transfer to other media translation or the use of extracts or parts of this manual without the explicit permission of Kverneland is not permitted All rights reserved The contents of this operating m...

Page 3: ...eparing for use 34 Safety 34 General 34 Rotor pitch 35 Working depth 36 Tine saver 37 Road transport 38 Safety 38 Prior to road transport 39 Road transport 43 Preparations on the field 44 Safety 44 General 44 Lowering machine to the work position 45 Basic settings 46 Operation 49 Safety 49 General 50 Swathing 51 Swath deposit 52 Driving on headlands 52 Cleaning and care 53 Safety 53 Cleaning 54 Ca...

Page 4: ...dents comply with warranty conditions have a fully functional machine in good working order at all times Training Your dealer will provide instruction on operation and care of the machine Information for the employer All personnel are to be regularly but at least once a year instructed on the use of the machine in accordance with the regulations of the national organisation for Health and Safety a...

Page 5: ...tion The Examples pictogram indicates examples that assist under standing of the instructions The spanner indicates tips for assembly or adjustment work This arrow in the diagram shows the direction of travel The brush indicates the points that must be lubricated using the brush The grease gun indicates the points that must be lubricated using the grease gun Switch on the tractor Secure the tracto...

Page 6: ...the interest of your own safety in the interest of the safety of others to ensure the safety of the machine Numerous risks can result from handling agricultural machinery in the wrong way Therefore always work with particular care and never under time pressure Information for the employer Inform all persons who work with the machine about this safety information at regular intervals and in accorda...

Page 7: ... related labels attached to the machine indicate potential hazards The labels must not be removed Illegible or missing labels should be replaced You can obtain new labels as spare parts from your dealer Warning signs on the machine ...

Page 8: ...imity to the machine when rakes and swathers are running Serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result Distance from tractor When the machine is being coupled uncoupled or operated there should be no one between the tractor and the machine Otherwise serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result Risk of crushing Never reach into an area where there is a risk of crushing if parts in that are...

Page 9: ...by an employee from a dealership or the manufacturer or by a factory representative Operation without proper training can lead to damage to the machine due to incorrect operation or may cause accidents Safety is your responsibility Follow the safety regulations Ensure that all operators comply with the safety instructions Prevent serious or fatal accidents by following the safety instructions Inst...

Page 10: ...uries No reversing while the drive is running Never drive in reverse with the PTO shaft drive switched on and in the work position if people could enter the working area of the machine Switch off the PTO shaft drive Rotating unprotected parts can damage the machine and cause life threatening injuries Specified workwear Do not wear loose fitting clothing Loose fitting items of clothing may become c...

Page 11: ...n the PTO shaft guard in position by connecting the chains on the implement and the tractor Unguarded PTO shafts can cause life threatening injuries PTO shaft speed 540 rpm The specified maximum PTO shaft speed of 540 rpm must not be exceeded A higher PTO shaft speed will damage the machine Unrestricted field of vision to the rear After it has been coupled ensure that you have an unrestricted view...

Page 12: ...ment is being fitted Otherwise short circuits will occur and the electronic system will be damaged Observe the operating manual of the PTO shaft manufacturer Observe the operating manual of the PTO shaft manufacturer It will provide you with instructions on how to handle the PTO shaft correctly If these instructions are ignored damage may be caused to the PTO shaft and machine Risk of tipping When...

Page 13: ...to the direction of travel must be removed The machine should only be towed by agricultural or forestry tractors The empty weight of the tractor must be greater than the weight of the machine The driver and keeper of the vehicle are liable should these conditions not be observed Check tyre pressures Check tyre pressures on a regular basis Incorrect tyre pressure reduces the service lift of the tyr...

Page 14: ...result Check hitch pins Hitch pins must be in perfect condition Hitch pins must show no signs of wear and be properly secured Otherwise hitched machines may detach themselves of their own accord Accidents with serious or fatal injuries may be caused as a result Check release cords on quick release couplings Release cords must hang loose and must not allow a release in their lowered position Hitche...

Page 15: ...ing operation Make sure that you have an adequate view Only begin work when the immediate vicinity is cleared of any persons or objects Otherwise serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result Retighten all nuts bolts and screws Regularly check that bolts and nuts are correctly tightened Retighten bolts if necessary Nuts and bolts can work loose when the machine is used Damage to the machine or...

Page 16: ...away turn off the engine and remove the ignition key Never stand between the tractor and machine Set the machine down on firm secure and level ground Ensure that the parking stand is securely locked Place the PTO shaft in the holder provided Secure the machine against rolling away use wheel chocks Failure to observe these instructions can result in serious or fatal injury ...

Page 17: ...way use wheel chocks Only if these regulations are observed can safe working be ensured during care and maintenance work Turn off the electrical supply Prior to carrying out work on the electrical system disconnect the system from the power supply Systems being supplied with electrical power can cause damage to equipment and injury to persons Caution when cleaning with a high pressure cleaner Exer...

Page 18: ...egulations The instructions provided in this operating manual Regulations relating to operation maintenance and repair Warranty The warranty and manufacturer s liability will no longer be valid if the instructions provided in the chapter on Safety are not observed if maintenance is inadequate or faulty if the machine is used for purposes other than those for which it was intended and if it is over...

Page 19: ...rmitted The manufacturer and dealers are not liable for damage caused by improper use The risk is borne solely by the user Features Flexible in operation This single wheel rake meets all the requirements of modern crop harvesting engineering and due to its size is particularly suitable for use on small and medium sized areas The rake can be pulled by tractors of 20 kW 28 hp or more Extensive equip...

Page 20: ...ent designations Deflector bar Attachment carrier Drive Tine supports Tines Rotor gear Rotor chassis Transport locking device for tine supports Transport holder for tine supports Parking stand Transport locking bar Swath former Main frame ...

Page 21: ... Dimensions in transport position Model 6950 A Length 3 33 m H Height 1 70 m U Transport width 1 73 m R Height of bottom reflectors 0 40 m S Distance between bottom reflectors 1 10 m T Track 1 55 m G Distance machine s centre of gravity 1 05 m T G H S R U A ...

Page 22: ...Getting to know the machine 22 Dimensions in work position Model 6950 A Length 3 33 m U Swath width 2 65 m B Working width 3 50 m A U B ...

Page 23: ...ent Model 6950 Total weight 420 kg Load supported on parking stand 160 kg Output connections Minimum output of the tractor 20 kW 28 hp Lighting power supply 12 V 7 pin plug socket ISO 1724 Maximum PTO shaft speed 540 rpm Lower link Fixable in height and laterally ...

Page 24: ...sound level 63 Pa 130 dB based on 20 µPa A weighted sound level on the machine 80 dB A Model 6950 Swath deposit Swath former Standard Rotors tine supports tines Number of rotors 1 Number of tine supports per rotor 10 Number of tines per tine support 4 Removable tine supports Standard Rotor height adjustment Mechanical Tine saver Crank extension Wheels Rotor chassis 16 x 6 50 8 6 PR Tandem axle Saf...

Page 25: ...erating manual Data from this operating manual Data to be measured B Front axle load C Rear axle load A Unladen weight A Unladen weight in kg B Front axle load in kg C Rear axle load in kg Take into consideration any further weights such as water in the tyres additional equipment etc E Total weight of front attachment F D Total weight of rear attachment G D Total weight of the machine in the rear ...

Page 26: ...of the front and rear wheels can be found in the tyre manufacturer s details The front tyre load bearing capacity for two wheels is equal to twice the permissible tyre load bearing capacity of a single front wheel The rear tyre load bearing capacity for two wheels is equal to twice the permissible tyre load bearing capacity of a single rear wheel Summary The actual values for the rear axle load mu...

Page 27: ...rer immediately Do not assemble the machine yourself Trained personnel are required to assemble the machine Do not perform assembly work yourself The following points are required to be met for the machine to be in proper condition Observance of a sequence of work steps Compliance with tolerances and torques Knowledge of work safety during assembly Incorrect assembly can result in damage to the ma...

Page 28: ... shaft Lower the tractor s lower link Set the tractor and machine to the tightest angle of lock Switch off the tractor and secure it against rolling away Switch off the tractor and secure it Before you dismount Switch off the tractor Remove the ignition key Secure the tractor against rolling away An unsecured tractor can run you over or trap you Serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result Ch...

Page 29: ... one end minimum distance a 20 mm Shorten both the sliding tube and guard tube to the same size Deburr the ends of the tubes Remove the swarf Grease the sliding surfaces well Fitting the PTO shaft Make sure that you fit the PTO shaft in the correct installation position There is a mark on the guard tube of the PTO shaft Check the length of the PTO shaft and shorten it if necessary Fit the PTO shaf...

Page 30: ...the safety information Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury See chapter Safety page 6 Increased risk of injury When the machine is being coupled to the tractor there is an increased risk of injury Therefore Never stand between the tractor and machine Secure the tractor against rolling away Slowly and carefully actuate the three point power lift system Failure to obs...

Page 31: ...release coupling Also take note of the instructions and warnings in the operating manual of the tractor manufacturer for tractors with lower link quick release couplings Tractors without quick release coupling The following applies to all tractors with or without quick release couplings Reverse the tractor with lower links lowered until the hooks on the lower link are below the machine s hitch pin...

Page 32: ...top link hitch pin Secure the top link hitch pin using a safety splint Adjust the lower link so that a uniform ground clearance is maintained Please ensure that where an optional contact roller is used the hitch pin for the upper link attachment is in the middle of the elongated hole when the machine is lowered Otherwise the machine may not be able to handle the unevenness of the ground Inserting ...

Page 33: ...d on the shaft ends Secure the guard tubes so that they cannot rotate Couple the link with slip clutch to the machine s PTO stub shaft Connecting the electrics Attach the following electrical cables to the tractor Lighting equipment Connect the plug for the 12 V power supply to the 7 pin plug socket on the tractor Tractor Link with slip clutch Checking the electrical cables Check the electrical ca...

Page 34: ...chine against accidental starting and rolling away Use wheel chocks The machine must stand on a level firm and secure surface and be supported during the work if necessary Unsecured or non supported machines can cause accidents Serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result No persons in the working area Ensure that no persons are present in the slewing and working area of the machine Persons c...

Page 35: ...til the tines in the front left working range have the lowest ground clearance before depositing the crop see illustration Adjusting the rotor pitch It is possible to alter the position of the rotors lateral to the direction of travel Remove the tine supports via the wheel carrier Undo the four bolts on the wheel carrier slightly Slide the wheel carriers into required position see graphic below Re...

Page 36: ...he counter lever Adjust the working depth using the crank Check the working depth The tines should slightly touch the ground on the swathing side Tines that are set too low will soil the crop The load on the rotor tines and the drive is increased Secure the crank again using the counter lever For easier adjustment of the working depth while on the field a crank extension is available as an accesso...

Page 37: ...tine legs must run parallel to one an other after the tine savers have been fitted Fit one tine saver for each tine pair Visually check that both tine legs run parallel to each other Checking the tine position Check the tine position for each tine If the tine saver is overtightened the tine legs become splayed Proceed as follows Check the tine position Loosen the screwed connection until both tine...

Page 38: ...port widths and weights axle loads tyre load bearing capacities laden weights and national speed restrictions must be complied with The maximum permissible road transport speed must be complied with but not exceed 50 km h All tine supports which have tips that point at right angles to the direction of travel must be removed The machine should only be towed by agricultural or forestry tractors The ...

Page 39: ...ransport position Locking the contact roller transport locking device Checking the machine Observe the contour of the terrain Move the machine onto ground that is as flat as possible before changing from the working to the transport position Avoid inclines on which the combination tractor and machine could slip or overturn There is an increased risk of tipping and injury in a position at right ang...

Page 40: ...re spring and fold upwards to 90 Lock the deflector bar in a vertical position Secure the deflector bar on the front carrier using a safety splint Right deflector bar Pull the right deflector bar forwards against the resistance of the pressure spring and fold upwards to 90 Lock the deflector bar in a vertical position Secure the deflector bar on the front carrier using a safety splint 2 1 3 Right ...

Page 41: ... and coarse dirt Loosen the lynch pin on the tine support Take the tine supports off the rotor and put into the transport holder The centre tine supports cf illustration remain on the rotor Securing the rotor Secure the rotor against turning using the retaining clip Secure the retaining clip using a safety splint Lynch pin Rear hole Tine supports Centre tine supports Transport holder Retaining cli...

Page 42: ...l contact roller secure the top link hitch pins Otherwise the machine may be damaged Lock the contact roller transport locking device Make sure the machine is standing level Before changing from the transport to the work position and vice versa make sure the machine is standing level The machine could tip over particularly on hillside locations The machine could be damaged and serious or fatal inj...

Page 43: ...otherwise the risk of traffic accidents and accidents with fatal consequences Before pulling away check the immediate vicinity Always make sure that you have a clear field of vision and in particular look out for children within the operating area of the machine When the vehicle is in motion lock the control devices on tractor Do not transport people or objects on the machine Adjust your speed to ...

Page 44: ...ury may be caused as a result Avoid the hazard area The rotors are considered a hazard area Do not stand in the hazard area The rotors may lower or turn Serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result Secure the machine Secure the machine against accidental starting and rolling away Use wheel chocks The machine must stand on a level firm and secure surface and be supported during the work if nec...

Page 45: ...s Switch off the tractor and secure it Observe the instructions in chapter Preparing for use section Working depth on page 36 Unlocking the contact roller transport locking device Unlock the contact roller transport locking device In the work position the top link pin must be fitted centrally in the elongated hole so that the machine is able to adapt to the unevenness of the ground Transport locki...

Page 46: ... on the field 46 Basic settings Fitting the tine supports Remove the tine supports from the transport holder Attach the tine supports to the support bar and secure with lynch pins Lynch pin Rear hole Tine supports ...

Page 47: ... deflector bar with swath former forwards against the resistance of the pressure spring and fold downwards to 90 Right deflector bar Remove the safety splint from the front carrier Pull the right deflector bar forwards against the resistance of the pressure spring and fold downwards to 90 No persons within the slewing range There is an acute risk of injury within the slewing range from machine par...

Page 48: ...nto the desired position Fit the bolts and tighten them in the new position Adjusting the swath former s height It is possible to adjust the height of the swath former as follows Loosen the screws Adjust the height of the swath former Tighten the bolts in the new position Adjusting the swath width The swath width can be adjusted as follows Release the clamping lever on the swath former Pull out or...

Page 49: ... for a short time Do not allow the slip clutch to respond for longer than 3 seconds If the clutch responds for a longer period of time it will become worn and the disconnect torque will drop Do not compress the PTO shaft The PTO shaft between the tractor and machine must not be compressed when in the work or transport position If compressed PTO shafts can cause damage to the machine and tractor Ob...

Page 50: ...rking speeds Select a driving speed approx 4 12 km h at which the crop is picked up cleanly and completely The working speed depends on the machine settings and the particular crop Swath width The swath width depends on working width working speed tine lift settings and transverse rotor pitch as well as crop condition ...

Page 51: ...king area of the machine Switch on the PTO shaft at a low engine speed Slowly increase the speed Do not exceed the maximum speed of 540 rpm Select a driving speed at which the crop is picked up cleanly and completely Start swathing at the edge of the field and at headlands to avoid sub sequently driving over the crop The slip clutch of the machine may also respond at low speed if resistance is inc...

Page 52: ...s The rotor can be raised for crossing swaths that have already been harvested Raise the machine to the headland position using the tractor s lower link control device Lower the machine again in order to create a new swath Single swath Night swath Swath turning Double swath Multiple swath ...

Page 53: ...o persons in the working area Ensure that no persons are present in the slewing and working area of the machine Persons could be caught by the machine within this area This could result in fatal injury Do not clean bearing parts with high pressure cleaners Do not clean bearing parts with a high pressure cleaner The high pressure cleaner removes the grease film from uncoated metal surfaces Metal su...

Page 54: ...he machine of any coarse dirt and crop residues After cleaning Lubricate all bearings after cleaning Care For a long service life we recommend the following Apply a protective layer of oil to all uncoated work tools Only use approved biodegradable oil e g rapeseed oil Repair any paint damage ...

Page 55: ... on the holder provided Disconnect the plugs for the lighting Lower the parking stand and secure with pins Wind the electric cables onto the hook Lower the lower link until the parking stand rests safely on the ground Release the latch between lower link and attachment carrier Unhitch the machine Observe the safety information Observe the safety information Disregard for safety information can lea...

Page 56: ...vely long period of time perform the following work Clean the machine thoroughly Check all the screw joints and tighten the screws Repair or replace any damaged components Repair any paint damage Lubricate the machine in accordance with the lubrication schedule Check the tyre pressure Replace missing warning signs and stickers ...

Page 57: ...Serious accidents may be caused if the machine starts accidentally Use OEM replacement parts Many components have special properties that are essential for the stability and correct operation of the machine Only spare parts and accessories supplied by the manufacturer have been tested and approved Other products may adversely affect the correct operation of the machine and safety The use of non OE...

Page 58: ... by oil or lubricant seek medical advice immediately Avoid skin contact Avoid skin contact with these materials Protect your skin by means of protective skin cream or oil resistant gloves Contact can result in skin damage Do not use oils for cleaning Do not use oils or lubricants to clean your hands Swarf and abraded material in these materials can also result in injuries Change out of dirty cloth...

Page 59: ...y by using chocks Direction information Direction information right left front rear is given in relation to the direction of travel Rotary direction is defined as follows Rotary direction right clockwise Rotary direction left anticlockwise Rotation about a vertical axis viewed from top to bottom Rotation about a horizontal axis viewed at right angles to the direction of travel from left to right T...

Page 60: ...mensions and seal tightness as required and replace any worn parts or seals Observe the maintenance intervals The specifications relate to an average usage of the machine If subjected to heavier duty e g by contracting companies select maintenance intervals which are shorter Also for extreme working conditions for example heavy dust creation shorter maintenance intervals are possible After 5 hours...

Page 61: ...son Tightening torques Tighten all screwed connections in accordance with the table below should no other torques be specified The torque specifications refer to a dry coefficient of friction 0 12 Tighten safety bolts and lock nuts to a 10 higher value Observe the torque specifications Securely tighten screws nuts and bolts to the specified torques Incorrectly tightened screwed connections can loo...

Page 62: ...ntenance 62 Special tightening torques Observe the special tightening torques for the following screwed con nections 90 Nm spring tine 20 Nm Rotor chassis wheel nuts Spring tines 90 Nm 20 Nm M 12 wheel nut ...

Page 63: ...points for grease Working with the brush The points marked with a brush symbol should be regularly checked to ensure they move freely and lightly greased with the brush as required Re grease each time after cleaning Ends of the tine supports ...

Page 64: ...lubricating nipples and grease gun attachment fitting Lubricate the bearings with one or two presses of the grease gun If you feel resistance at the second press then do not complete the second press Too much grease will force the bearings apart Dust and dirt can penetrate into the bearings This leads to premature wear Lubricate the places listed in the illustration as follows after 30 hours of op...

Page 65: ...r Grease the profile section tubes after 50 hours of operation before and after the season each time after cleaning with a high pressure cleaner Lubricate the guard as follows after 250 hours of operation before and after the season each time after cleaning with a high pressure cleaner PTO shaft greasing schedule Check the guard components Check all guard components of the PTO shafts for wear or d...

Page 66: ...s far as the bottom edge of the threaded role If there is too little oil in the gear box adjust the oil level using an oil syringe Screw the check screw back in Tyres Tyre pressure Check the tyre pressures on a regular basis Daily before and after the season Gear box Max fill quantity litres SAE 90 API GL 4 Rotor gear 6 2 Do not drive with worn or damaged tyres Replace worn or damaged tyres immedi...

Page 67: ...See Coupling the top link page 32 Please keep in mind the transport locking device for the contact roller See Locking the contact roller transport locking device page 42 See Unlocking the contact roller transport locking device page 45 In the work position the top link pin must be fitted centrally in the elongated hole so that the machine is able to adapt to the unevenness of the ground Tandem axl...

Page 68: ... 3 point trestle using a fixing screw Hand crank extension Adjusting the working depth during operation is made easier by using the optional hand crank extension The hand crank extension replaces the standard hand crank Tine saver Tine savers prevent a broken off tine leg from being lost Broken off parts in the crop may damage machines that are following behind One tine saver is required for each ...

Page 69: ...ign set The optional warning sign set increases safety when travelling on the road Lighting equipment set The optional lighting equipment set increases safety when travelling on the road Warning sign set Lighting equipment set ...

Page 70: ...et too low Chapter Preparing for use section Rotor pitch page 35 Chapter Coupling the machine section Coupling the 3 point trestle page 31 Machine not operating cleanly at high speed Rotor tines set too high Uneven terrain Chapter Preparing for use section Rotor pitch page 35 Speed too high to process crop mass Reduce speed Rotor dragging crop along Unclean swath form Crop mass too large Reduce sp...

Page 71: ...een Brown Red Black Right indicator Right brake light Right rear light Right side light Yellow White Red Brown Black White Left side light White Black Black Connector and socket 7 pin in accordance with ISO 1724 Left rear light Left indicator Left brake light Earth Connecting plug 7 pin in accordance with ISO 1724 ...

Page 72: ...ce Plastic parts Plastic parts can be disposed of in normal household waste residual waste depending on the laws specific to your country Metal parts All metal parts can be sent for recycling Oil In terms of waste legislation environmentally compatible hydraulic oils must be stored collected and disposed of separately in accordance regulations Rubber Rubber parts such as hoses or tyres must be bro...

Page 73: ...y requirements of EC Directive 2006 42 EC To demonstrate our compliance with the health and safety require ments quoted in the EC Directive we make reference to the following standards DIN EN ISO 12 100 1 A1 2009 DIN EN ISO 12 100 2 A1 2009 DIN EN ISO 4254 1 2009 DIN 11001 3 1998 Kverneland Group Kerteminde AS Kerteminde 25 05 2012 Uwe Kellermeier EC authorised representative Type plate and CE mar...

Page 74: ...fts 65 M Machine Putting away after the season 56 Setting down 55 Uncoupling 55 Maintenance 57 Lubrication points 63 Screwed connections 61 Maintenance intervals 60 O Oil Protective measures 58 Operation 49 P Preparation for road transport Transport position 39 Preparations on the field 44 Work position 44 Proper use 19 PTO shaft Attaching 33 Lubrication 65 R Road transport 38 S Safety 6 Care and ...

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