KUHN EL22, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...KN184AGB C OPERATOR S MANUAL Rotary cultivators EL22 KN184AGB C English 11 2009...

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Page 3: ...is 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 part...

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: ...0 Adjustments in working position 30 Machine use 32 Optional equipment 33 Transmission with friction slip clutch 33 Category 1 ASAE 5279 Quick Hitch Compatible 34 Maintenance and storage 35 Cleaning t...

Page 6: ...Rotary cultivators 4 EL22 Identification of the machine Identification of the machine 1 Front view 2 Rear view...

Page 7: ...ial number of the machine This information is to be indicated to the dealer for all spare parts orders Type EL22 Serial no 4 Optional equipment Tick box corresponding to the equipment fitted on your m...

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: ...only 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 imp...

Page 10: ...place 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...

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 tr...

Page 12: ...covering of the machine input shaft must always be in place and in good condition Make sure that the PTO shaft guards are secured with the safety chains provided Any worn or damaged guards must be re...

Page 13: ...uctions in the operator s manual provided with the PTO shaft Precautions during manoeuvres When moving the machine from the transport position to the working position and vice versa make sure that nob...

Page 14: ...l down Make sure 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 weldin...

Page 15: ...ng 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 too...

Page 16: ...Rotary cultivators 14 EL22 Safety 3 Location and description of safety decals on the machine Location of safety decals...

Page 17: ...h 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 key and wait...

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

Page 19: ...uthorized Kuhn dealer according to current safety regulations Always keep to the legal speed limit for driving a tractor machine assembly on public roads The front safety device comprises 2 white refl...

Page 20: ...vators 18 EL22 Machine specifications Machine specifications 1 Description and glossary 0 1 Hitch pins 2 Upper coupling yoke 3 Drive shaft guard 4 Side gearbox 5 Central gearbox 6 Rear hood 7 Rotor 8...

Page 21: ...ower requirement 7 kW 10 hp 9 kW 12 hp Maximum allowable DIN engine power 18 4 kW 25 hp Weight 153 kg 337 lb 167 kg 368 lb Rotor speed 241 min 1 Number of blades per rotor 24 28 Sound levels have been...

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: ...position Tighten the 4 nuts 3 Torque 8 5 daN m 63 lbf ft Adjust sliding guard 2 position to fully cover machine front part between lower coupling yokes and machine ends Distance D between sliding gua...

Page 24: ...s fitted with 2 attachment yokes that can be turned over in order to offer the following attachment possibilities Category 0 linkage X 305 mm 10 Y 500 mm 17 68 Remove the 4 nuts 1 Turn over yoke 2 Fit...

Page 25: ...rvice Rotary cultivators EL22 23 Category 1 Quick Hitch linkage X 382 mm 13 Y 683 mm 22 90 Remove the 4 nuts 1 Turn over yoke 2 Fit yoke 2 on frame 3 using clamps 4 Reinstall the 4 nuts 1 Torque 8 5 d...

Page 26: ...tivators 24 EL22 Putting into service Category 1 linkage X 440 mm 15 32 Y 683 mm 22 90 Remove the 4 nuts 1 Turn over yoke 2 Fit yoke 2 on frame 3 using clamps 4 Reinstall the 4 nuts 1 Torque 8 5 daN m...

Page 27: ...e point linkage Secure each hitch pin with lynch pin Attach the top link to the hitch pin Secure hitch pin with lynch pin Raise tractor lift linkage to free parking stand Remove lynch pin 1 Raise and...

Page 28: ...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 29: ...the fragments of the bolt from the jaws Match the holes in the jaws Fit a new bolt 2 inside yoke Part no 80060850 Screw up and tighten the self locking nut moderately Part no 80200830 To avoid seriou...

Page 30: ...ch the top link from the machine end Secure primary PTO shaft using chain 1 Release the lower links The machine is uncoupled Handling Use lifting point 1 When lifting this equipment use appropriate li...

Page 31: ...ree 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 stop N...

Page 32: ...and parking stand 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 screw 2 Remove screw 3 Position skid in ho...

Page 33: ...ors EL22 31 Rear hood adjustment The rear hood adjustment is one of the factors governing the tilth degree Adjust hood height using chain 1 To obtain a coarser tilth the hood can be raised To obtain a...

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: ...Check the condition of the friction slip clutch Loosen nuts to release friction discs a Let the friction discs slip for a few seconds b Tighten nuts until distance L is 28 5 mm 1 13 The friction slip...

Page 36: ...Rotary cultivators 34 EL22 Optional equipment 2 Category 1 ASAE 5279 Quick Hitch Compatible Kit no 1209270...

Page 37: ...rs universal joints 1 transmission tube 2 Every 40 hours guide rings 3 locking pins 4 Before leaving the tractor or before adjusting maintaining or repairing the machine disengage the PTO drive turn o...

Page 38: ...blades and 2 left blades Partial replacement Replace concerned tools Tightening torque 11 daN m 81 lbf ft The central gearbox is lubricated for life with 0 45 kg 1 lb grade NLGI 0 SHELL ALVANIA WR0 se...

Page 39: ...er in a dry place Remove and service the PTO shaft Follow the instructions in the PTO shaft operating manual Check all tools and their fasteners At the start of each season Re read the operators manua...

Page 40: ...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 41: ...Limited warranty Rotary cultivators EL22 39 Limited warranty...

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