X - 1
Faults – Causes and Remedy
10 Faults – Causes and Remedy
10.1 Special Safety Instructions
• The following general rules apply to all maintenance, assembly, repair and adjustment
work: Bring the machine to a complete standstill. Switch off the motor. Remove ignition
key. Cut supply voltage to comfort controls.
• Secure the tractor and rotary swather against rolling.
• Avoid skin contact with oil and grease.
• In case of injuries caused by oils, seek immediate medical assistance.
• Follow all further safety instructions, to avoid accidents and injuries.
10.2 General Faults, Causes and Remedy
Fault Possible Cause Remedy
Working depth set too high Set working depth lower
Reduce the driving speed.
Recommended value 8-10 km/h.
Operating speed too high With uneven terrain or high crop
quantity, drive slower if necessary.
Rotor does not work cleanly Increase the revs. Recommended
Revs too low value 450 rpm.
Wrong setting of lateral rotor Modify lateral inclinination setting
inclination (chapter 4.4)
Tine arm(s) crooked Replace tine arms
Working depth set too low Set working depth higher
Tine arm(s) bent Replace tine arms
Operating width too wide Push in the swath cloth (Sect 4.5)
Swath width too wide Revs too low Increase revs
High crop soiling