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OPERATOR'S MANUAL

Rotary cultivators

EL32

KN100CGB B

- English - 11-2005

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Page 1: ...OPERATOR S MANUAL Rotary cultivators EL32 KN100CGB B English 11 2005...

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Page 3: ...SSUME 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...

Page 4: ...in this document 6 Safety instructions 7 Location and description of safety decals on the machine 14 Road safety equipment and recommendations 17 Machine specifications 18 Description and glossary 18...

Page 5: ...tion 28 Adjustments in working position 29 Machine use 32 Optional equipment 33 Wheels 33 Category 1 ASAE 5279 Quick Hitch Compatible 33 Maintenance and storage 34 Frequency chart 34 Cleaning the mach...

Page 6: ...Rotary cultivators 4 EL32 Identification of the machine IDENTIFICATION OF THE MACHINE 1 Front view 2 Rear view...

Page 7: ...low the type and serial number of the machine This information is to be indicated to the dealer for all spare parts orders Type EL32 No 4 Optional equipment Tick box corresponding to the equipment fit...

Page 8: ...es 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 r...

Page 9: ...erated maintained and repaired by competent persons who are familiar with machine specifications and operation and aware of safety regulations for preventing accidents The operator must imperatively r...

Page 10: ...e firmly in place and in good condition Immediately replace any worn or damaged guard Precautions when driving Precision steering tractor adherence road holding and efficient braking are influenced by...

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 transp...

Page 12: ...e safety chains provided Any worn or damaged protection must be replaced immediately A worn guard or an unprotected PTO shaft can cause a serious or even a lethal accident Do not wear loose clothing t...

Page 13: ...osition and vice versa make sure that nobody is within the machine pivoting area Remote controlled components Danger of crushing and shearing can exist when components are operated by hydraulic or pne...

Page 14: ...re that the parts of the machine that need to be lifted for maintenance or repair work are firmly propped up Before any work is done on the electric circuit or before any electric welding is carried o...

Page 15: ...g the PTO drive lower the machine on the ground Make sure all the guards are in place Keep all persons and animals away from the danger zone Stay a safe distance from the machine when the cutting tool...

Page 16: ...Rotary cultivators 14 EL32 Safety 3 Location and description of safety decals on the machine Location of safety decals...

Page 17: ...comply with all instructions Working on the machine 2 Before leaving the tractor or before adjusting maintaining or repairing the machine disengage the PTO drive turn off the engine remove ignition k...

Page 18: ...n the machine 4 Do not step on the machine Risk of falling or damaging the protection device Rotary tools 5 Keep away from rotary elements and from the machine all the time the engine is running the P...

Page 19: ...or by your authorized dealer according to current safety regulations Always keep to the legal speed limit for driving a tractor machine assembly on public roads The rear safety device comprises 2 red...

Page 20: ...vators 18 EL32 Machine specifications MACHINE SPECIFICATIONS 1 Description and glossary 0 1 Three point frame 2 Hitch pins 3 Top link 4 Drive shaft guard 5 Side gearbox 6 Gearbox 7 Rear hood 8 Rotor 9...

Page 21: ...ement 10 kW 14 hp 12 kW 16 hp 13 kW 18 hp 15 kW 20 hp Maximum allowable DIN engine power 26 kW 35 hp Weight 210 kg 463 lb 225 kg 496 lb 240 kg 530 lb 265 kg 584 lb Rotor speed 211 min 1 Number of blad...

Page 22: ...ion of coupling elements A PTO shaft 1 3 8 6 splines A 3 point hitch Preparing the tractor The machine adapts to tractors fitted with a 3 point linkage category 1 The tractor nominal PTO speed must be...

Page 23: ...ivators EL32 21 Preparing the machine Axial or offset working position Axial working position Offset working position Offset width depending on model EL 32 105 215 mm 8 6 EL 32 130 315 mm 1 4 EL 32 15...

Page 24: ...ition Tighten bolts 1 Tighten nuts 2 Torque 10 daN m 73 lbf ft Coupling the machine Lower the tractor three point linkage Secure each hitch pin with lynch pin Attach the top link to the hitch pin Secu...

Page 25: ...st the yokes 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...

Page 26: ...ng into service On machine side attach guard chain to the hitch frame 1 To avoid serious accidents the PTO drive shaft guards must be properly in place and fixed with the chains provided Immediately r...

Page 27: ...the friction slip clutch Loosen nuts to release friction discs a Rotate the torque limitor s hub a few turns b Tighten nuts until mark L at 28 5 mm 1 13 The friction slip clutch is ready to function D...

Page 28: ...the top link from the machine end Secure primary PTO shaft using chain 1 Uncouple the lower links The machine is uncoupled Handling Use lifting point 1 When lifting this equipment use appropriate lif...

Page 29: ...s three point linkage 2 Conformity with the road regulations Check that reflectors are clean Before placing the machine into transport position Wait until the rotating parts have come to a complete st...

Page 30: ...for work INSTRUCTIONS FOR WORK 1 Putting the machine into work position From the transport position Lower the tractor lift linkage until the rear roller touches the ground Check overlap of PTO shaft...

Page 31: ...The working depth is set by the skid height Lift the machine slightly off the ground Check that parking stand is in upper position 1 Loosen bolts 2 Position skid in holes corresponding to the require...

Page 32: ...Position wheel arm in hole corresponding to the required setting Insert pin 1 Secure using R clip Adjusting the distance between wheels Lift the machine slightly off the ground Unscrew the 2 bolts 1...

Page 33: ...ors EL32 31 Rear hood adjustment The rear hood adjustment is one of the factors governing the tilth degree Adjust hood height using chains 1 To obtain a coarser tilth the hood can be raised To obtain...

Page 34: ...nditions Before engaging the machine in the ground Check that nobody is within the machine pivoting area If there is someone make sure the person moves away Pay particular attention if working on very...

Page 35: ...Optional equipment Rotary cultivators EL32 33 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 1 Wheels Models 105 130 150 190 Kit no 1206610 2 Category 1 ASAE 5279 Quick Hitch Compatible Kit no 1209270...

Page 36: ...g 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 After the first 10 hours of use Every 100 hours or at the end...

Page 37: ...r and the machine inner panels 3 Lubrication Clean grease nipples before greasing PTO shaft Every 8 hours universal joints 1 transmission tube 2 Every 40 hours guide rings 3 locking pins 4 Lubricate w...

Page 38: ...ox oil level The oil level must reach hole lower part 2 Clean and reinstall filler plug 1 and its washer Replace if necessary Before draining oil operate the machine for a few minutes so that the oil...

Page 39: ...The oil level must reach hole lower part 2 Clean and reinstall filler plug 1 and its washer Replace if necessary Before draining oil operate the machine for a few minutes so that the oil warms up The...

Page 40: ...Rotary cultivators 38 EL32 Maintenance and storage 4 Maintenance Three point frame Check the tightness of machine headstock bolts Torque bolts 1 to 21 daN m 155 lbf ft...

Page 41: ...tting of 2 pairs of blades per flange 2 right blades and 2 left blades Partial replacement Replace concerned tools Tightening torque 12 daN m 88 lbf ft Immediately replace worn or damaged parts with g...

Page 42: ...The automatic tensioning device ensures correct tension throughout the chain s service life EL 42 105 EL 42 130 EL 42 150 EL 42 190 Number of rotor flanges 5 6 7 9 Type of fitting Type of blades Numb...

Page 43: ...the machine under cover in a dry place Remove and service the PTO shaft Follow the instructions in the PTO shaft s operator s manual Check all tools and their fasteners At the start of each season Rea...

Page 44: ...requirement Very wet working conditions Working depth too deep Set and control the working depth Excessively worn tools Replace the whole set of tools to ensure rotor balance Important ground project...

Page 45: ...Limited warranty Rotary cultivators EL32 43 LIMITED WARRANTY...

Page 46: ...Rotary cultivators 44 EL32 Limited warranty...

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