KUHN EL 35, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...OPERATOR S MANUAL POWER TILLER EL 35 N 95452 A GB 09 97...

Page 2: ...instruct you on the general operation of your machine He is interested that you get the best performance possible and will be glad to answer any special questions that may arise regarding the operati...

Page 3: ...ng 13 Fitting to the tractor 14 P T O shaft 15 Rotor speed 17 Use 17 Optional accessories 19 1 Gauge wheel kit 19 2 Skids Stand 19 3 Slip clutch 20 4 P T O shafts 20 Maintenance 21 1 Lubrication 21 2...

Page 4: ...eration is at the risk and responsibility of the operator Designated use of the machine also means following operation maintenance and repair recommendations given by the manufacturer using only genui...

Page 5: ...the surrounding area beware of children Make sure there is sufficient visibility Keep all people and animals away from the danger zone of the machine risk of projection 8 Carrying people or animals on...

Page 6: ...ist when components are operated by hydraulic or pneumatic controls 25 Before leaving the tractor or before adjusting maintaining or repairing the machine turn off the engine remove the ignition key a...

Page 7: ...o place 7 Make sure guards are correctly in place and secured with the safety chains provided 8 Before engaging PTO ensure that PTO speed and direction are in accordance with manufacturer s recommenda...

Page 8: ...r filters These must be given to waste disposal organisations to protect the environment 6 Disconnect power source before any work is done to the electric system 7 Check safety guards regularly partic...

Page 9: ...BEEN PLACED ON YOUR MACHINE IN THE AREAS INDICATED THEY ARE INTENDED FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY AND FOR THE SAFETY OF THE PEOPLE WORKING WITH YOU THE TEXT SHOWN ON THEM GIVES THEIR PRECISE MEANING KEEP...

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Page 11: ...24 27 30 36 Working depth mini maxi cm 6 18 2 7 Working depth control with skids or gauge wheels P T O shaft standard without friction slip clutch Off setting to the right by 18 cm 7 no yes yes yes y...

Page 12: ...ition the guards may also be fitted as shown in figures 2 4 5 6 8 9 10 12 13 14 16 17 and 18 to increase clearance around the lower link brackets However on no account must the clearance between guard...

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Page 15: ...ower tiller is properly secured before removing the head stock Use a hoist lifting from the tube Avoid using makeshift props that are unsafe Position A in line Position B 18 cm 7 off set to the right...

Page 16: ...14 FITTING TO THE TRACTOR The EL 35 has two adjustment settings giving the following attachment possibilities The lower link brackets are mounted symmetrically to the head stock...

Page 17: ...ains etc Be sure the tractor P T O shaft drive is disengaged and stop engine Couple the PTO shaft to the tractor P T O stub Attachment is correct when machine is horizontal in work position With the m...

Page 18: ...Always disconnect the tractor PTO drive before lifting the machine into the transport position otherwise permanent damage can be caused to the transmission shaft Repeat these adjustments each time the...

Page 19: ...TS HAVE COME TO A COMPLETE STOP The tilth varies with the work required The degree of tilth is governed by combining the following factors rear shield position regulated by suspension chain forward sp...

Page 20: ...rm machines the use of the EL 35 entails limits which must be respected in all situations These limits are often tied in with meteorological conditions avoid working during and immediately after rainf...

Page 21: ...ith the tractor wheels Tighten screws U to 14 daNm 100 ft lbs The EL 35 may also be equipped with a set of two skids to be mounted on each side of the machine for setting and adjusting the rotor worki...

Page 22: ...lutch drops to a normal work temperature of approximately 40 C 104 F before continuing work If the clutch overheats it will slip more easily thus increasing disc wear With L 26 mm the springs R will b...

Page 23: ...tion and thereafter every 100 hours oil filler plugs R Oil drain plugs V Fill both boxes up to the level plug N for central gearbox or N for side gearbox with SHELL SPIRAX SAE 90 or 80 W 90 EP GL4 or...

Page 24: ...th the same type of blade placing it opposite mark R shown by a chamfer or a hollow see fig 32 all blades should be fitted on the left face of the flanges see fig 33 Fixing bolt heads should face the...

Page 25: ...Make sure it is set no deeper than necessary Blades too worn Change the complete set of blades so that the rotor stays balanced Ground is projected Hood is badly positioned Readjust hood position too...

Page 26: ...ent conforms to NF S 31 009 standard The tractor used has a power of 40 kW A weighted emission sound pressure level Tractor only Tractor machine EL 35 92 86 0 dB A 87 6 dB A EL 35 105 86 0 dB A 87 0 d...

Page 27: ...it has been misused neglected or damaged by accident or let out on hire Nor can claims be accepted if parts other than those manufactured by us have been incorporated in any of our equipment Furtherm...

Page 28: ...ions on all questions as to defect and to the exchange of any part or parts That all safety instructions in the Operator s Manual shall be followed and all safety guards regularly inspected and replac...

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Page 31: ...tive The Operator should respect all Health and Safety regulations as well as the Highway Code For your own safety use only genuine KUHN spare parts The manufacturer disclaims all responsibilities due...

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