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Operating instructions
Rota – Disc*
Corn header
Carl Geringhoff – Vertriebsgesellschaft mbH & Co. KG
Gersteinstraße 18, D – 59227 Ahlen
Tel. ++49-2382-9814-0, Fax ++49-2382-981440
E-Mail: info@geringhoff.de Internet: www.geringhoff.de
E –BA-RD-03

Table of Contents

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Geringhoff Rota-Disc Specifications

General IconGeneral
Crop CompatibilityCorn
Drive SystemHydraulic
TypeCorn Head
Row Spacing30", 36"
Number of Rows6, 8, 12
CompatibilityCompatible with various combine harvesters
Working WidthVaries by model
WeightVaries by model
MaterialSteel
Stalk ProcessingYes

Summary

Introduction

To the customer

General safety arrangements

Warning label (pictograms)

Corn header to unpack

Scope of supply / state at time of supply

Details header's delivery contents and initial checks.

Further use of the trestle

Explains the storage and subsequent use of the trestle.

Folding corn headers to lift by crane

Instructions for lifting folding headers using a crane.

Transport protection folding corn headers

Describes transport protection for folding corn headers.

Assembly preparations on the combine

Front protection on gathering channel

Instructions for removing front protection from the gathering channel.

Assembly preparations gathering channel

Steps for preparing the gathering channel for header mounting.

Additional headlights

Guidance on mounting additional headlights for road travel.

Monitor

Details on mounting and connecting the monitor unit.

Mounting of the corn header

Adaptation to the combine

Steps for adapting the header to various combine models.

Corn header to lock on gathering channel

Securing the corn header to the gathering channel.

Additional lifting cylinder

Information on required additional lifting cylinders.

Additional counterweights

Guidance on adding counterweights for balance.

Corn header drive

Drive with PTO-shaft

Explanation of PTO-shaft drive for unfolding corn heads.

Folding headers with PTO-shaft coupler

Instructions for PTO-shaft couplers on folding headers.

Drive for hillside combines

Details on PTO-shaft drives for hillside combine applications.

Use of the pivoting shield (heel compensation)

Proper use of the pivoting shield for heel compensation.

Hydraulic connections

Multicoupler

Connecting the header via an optional multicoupler.

Connection via control valve coupler

Connecting the header using a control valve coupler.

Connection via simple screw and/or slip-on couplers

Connecting the header with simple screw or slip-on couplers.

Hydraulic actuation of the folding process

Explains hydraulic control of the folding process.

Hydraulic functions of folding corn headers

Folding process

Operation of the folding process for headers.

Locking

Mechanism and activation of the header locking system.

Control valve for locking

How the control valve manages the locking function.

Automatically closing cover shields

Operation of automatically closing cover shields.

Drive coupler folding headers

Drive coupler folding headers

Ensures automatic coupling of PTO-shaft drive.

Drive coupler 6-row folding headers

Specifics on drive coupler adjustment for 6-row folding headers.

Header with drive couplers on both sides

Drive coupler setup for headers with dual-sided drive.

Maintenance and care

Routine maintenance for drive couplers.

Divider noses to mount

Selection of the divider noses for mounting

Choosing the correct divider noses for installation.

Mounting of the center divider noses

Step-by-step guide for mounting center divider noses.

Mounting of outer divider

Procedure for mounting outer divider noses.

The center divider noses to mount to the shields

The center divider noses to mount to the shields

Mounting center divider noses onto the shields.

Adjustment of the divider noses

Adjusting the divider noses for optimal performance.

Mounting of the increased shield

Instructions for mounting the increased side shield.

Bores to drill for transport protection

Drilling bores for securing transport protection.

Road transport

Front protection

Details on front protection for transport.

Front protection with lighting connection

Connecting lighting to the front protection.

Transport on public roads

Regulations and requirements for road transport.

Operation and function of monitor

Monitor to connect to the header

Connecting the monitor unit to the header.

Stripping plate adjustment

Adjusting the stripping plates for optimal operation.

Recording tachometer

Locating and understanding the recording tachometer.

Rheostat of stripping plate adjustment

Adjusting stripping plates via the rheostat.

Stripping plate adjustment

Function and basic adjustment

Basic settings and function of stripping plates.

Stripping plate adjustment folding headers

Adjusting stripping plates on folding headers.

Maintenance and care of the stripping plate adjustment

Maintaining the stripping plate adjustment mechanism.

Gathering chains

Gathering chains

Description and function of gathering chains.

Chain tensioner

Adjusting and maintaining chain tension.

Dismounting of the gathering chains

Procedure for removing gathering chains.

Frontal chain reversion to dismount

Dismounting frontal chain wheels.

Transmission – oil control (maintenance intervals)

Row unit transmission

Oil level control and maintenance for row unit transmissions.

Angular transmission

Oil level control and maintenance for angular transmissions.

Contrate gear transmission

Oil level control and maintenance for contrate gear transmissions.

Change speed gear 2, 3 or 5 gears (optional)

Oil level control for optional change speed gears.

Contrate gearing speed change

Nominal speed is not reached

Troubleshooting issues with header nominal speed.

Change of contrate gear

Procedure for changing the contrate gear.

Opening of the transmission

Steps for opening the transmission for inspection.

Contrate gear transmission to remount to the header

Reinstalling the contrate gear transmission.

Couplings between the row units

Centaflex-couplers

Maintenance and checks for Centaflex-couplers.

Row unit drive connections on the folding parts

Drive connection checks on folding parts.

Corn header with shaft extension (optional)

Information on optional shaft extensions.

Trial run

First trial run

Initial steps for the first trial run of the header.

Reversing

Using the reversing device for cleaning.

Test of the heeling compensation

Checking heeling compensation before start-up.

Cross conveying auger/ Feeding

Conveying aids

Mounting and adjustment of conveying aids.

Feed opening of the corn header

Understanding feed opening sizes for various combines.

Auger drive up to 6 row units

Details on auger drive for up to 6 row units.

Auger drive from 8 row units

Details on auger drive for 8 row units and above.

Sliding clutch cross conveying auger

Sliding clutch cross conveying auger

Function and troubleshooting of the sliding clutch.

Driving clutch cross conveying auger

Operation of the driving clutch on folding auger elements.

Setting of the cross conveying auger

Setting and assembly of the cross conveying auger.

Covering cap cross conveying auger

Adjusting the height of the covering cap.

Overload protections and slipping clutches

Basic equipment of all headers

Overview of overload protections and slipping clutches.

Sliding clutch in the row unit gear

Function and troubleshooting of row unit gear sliding clutches.

Slipping wheels on the gathering chains

Role of slipping wheels in gathering chain drive.

Slipping clutch in the cross auger drive

Operation of the slipping clutch in the cross auger drive.

Working angle adjustment Rota –Disc*

Working angle (basic position)

Factory-set and recommended working angle.

Adjustment of the working angle

Procedure for adjusting the header's working angle.

Adjusting device

Details on the components used for angle adjustment.

Drive gear to align

Steps to align the drive gears correctly.

Rota-Disc* - stubble cutter / stripper

Adjustment of stubble cutters

How to adjust stubble cutters for optimal performance.

Rotor knives

Maintenance and replacement of rotor knives.

Strippers on rotors

Proper positioning and clearance for rotor strippers.

Stripper on big rotor

Function and adjustment of the stripper on the big rotor.

Rota-Disc* - Knife disk shaft

Cutting disk shafts

Importance and replacement of cutting disk shafts.

Cutting disk shaft to dismount

Procedure for safely dismounting the cutting disk shaft.

Cutting disks to replace

Steps for replacing cutting disks.

Remounting of the cutting disk shafts

Guide for reassembling cutting disk shafts.

Rota-Disc* stripping rotors

Rotors to dismount

Steps for safely removing the rotors.

Stripping row gear

Overview of the stripping row gear components.

Bearing holder to take off the rotor

Procedure for removing the bearing holder.

Bearing to remove from the rotor

Steps to remove bearings from the rotor.

Row unit RD

Cut-off block

Function and adjustment of the cut-off block.

Control dimension row unit frame

Maintaining critical frame dimensions for row units.

View of knife disks and rotors

Visual inspection of knife disks and rotors for damage.

Maintenance and care

Cleaning after the harvest season

Procedures for cleaning the header post-harvest.

Greasing points

Locations and intervals for greasing key components.

Stripping plates

Cleaning and maintenance of the stripping plates.

Gear (see also page 09 / 560)

Gearbox oil level and maintenance.

Gathering chains

Gathering chains

Maintenance and protection of gathering chains.

Plastic bodywork

Care and storage of plastic bodywork components.

Roller chains

Maintenance of roller chains for the cross auger drive.

Storage

Recommendations for storing the corn header.

Help in case of malfunctions

Hydraulics

Troubleshooting hydraulic issues with the corn header.

Drive

Troubleshooting drive-related problems.

Stripping unit

Troubleshooting issues related to the stripping unit.

Stripping unit (continued)

Further troubleshooting for the stripping unit.

Cross conveying auger

Troubleshooting problems with the cross conveying auger.

Sunflower equipment

Cutter to mount

Instructions for mounting the cutter for sunflower harvest.

Plastic driver

Mounting plastic drivers for better feeding.

Stripping row for the sunflower harvest

Specific setup for stripping rows during sunflower harvest.

Change speed gear maize and sunflowers

Adjusting speed gears for maize and sunflowers.

Change speed gear (special equipment)

Change speed gear for speed reduction

Details on optional gears for speed reduction.

Change speed gear corn and sunflowers

Speed selection for corn and sunflower harvests.

Change speed gear corn

Speed selection specifically for corn harvest.

Change speed gear corn and sunflowers

Fixed speed gears for corn and sunflower use.

Bodywork increase (lateral, special equipment)

Bodywork increase laterally right and left

Mounting bodywork extensions for harvest loss reduction.

Shield extension rubber

Adjusting shield extension rubbers for crop conditions.

Additional cob saver (optional)

Installing optional cob savers to prevent losses.

Top for reducing cob losses

Mounting a top to further reduce cob losses.

Special tools

Dismounting tool

Information on the dismounting tool (Order no. 501165).

Bearing dismounting

Steps for dismounting bearings using special tools.

Chain dismounting tool

Tool for dismounting gathering chains and front chain wheels.

Starting torque for bolts

Hydraulic circuit diagram folding headers

Headlights for combines with foldable corn heads

New Holland CX/CR combine changes on the gathering channel

Changes on the CNH combine gathering channel

Required changes to CNH combine gathering channels.

Channel view: Brackets removed

Visual confirmation of bracket removal.

Holder for upper arm location

Mounting holder for the upper arm location.

John Deere series 22... conversion to WTS, CTS, STS

Setting angle Geringhoff Rota – Disc* header

Ideal working angle for Rota-Disc headers.

John Deere WTS, CTS and STS combines

Adapting headers for John Deere WTS, CTS, STS combines.

Multicoupler for hydraulic connection

Hydraulic connection via multicoupler on JD combines.

Feed opening of the corn header

Understanding feed opening sizes for various combines.

Adaptation to combine width

Adjusting header opening to match combine width.