EasyManua.ls Logo

KUHN GMD600GII User Manual

KUHN GMD600GII
68 pages
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
Page #1 background imageLoading...
Page #1 background image
Original instructions
KN190DGB C
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Disc mower
GMD600GII-GII HD
KN190DGB C
- English - 11-2009

Questions and Answers:

KUHN GMD600GII Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandKUHN
ModelGMD600GII
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Operator's Manual

Dear Owner

About improvements

Statement on the company's commitment to product improvements and the right to make changes.

Designated use of the machine

Defines the specific purpose for which the mower is manufactured, primarily for fodder harvesting.

Identification of the machine

Front view

Illustrates the front perspective of the disc mower.

Rear view

Illustrates the rear perspective of the disc mower.

Model identification plate

Details for recording machine type and serial number for spare parts orders.

Optional equipment

Lists available optional equipment kits for the machine, requiring ticking.

Safety

Description of symbols used in this document

Explains the meaning of various symbols used throughout the manual for safety and information.

Safety instructions

General safety instructions for operation, maintenance, and repair by competent persons.

Precautions to take before using the machine

Guidelines for pre-operation checks, including clothing, guards, and tool tightness.

Precautions when driving

Advice on tractor handling, stability, and speed adaptation to ground conditions.

Precautions when driving on public roads

Considerations for dimensions, weight, and lighting when operating on public roads.

Maximum speed

Recommendation to adhere to legal speed limits for tractor-machine assemblies.

Precautions when coupling

Safety measures to ensure the machine is secured before and during attachment.

Hydraulic circuit

Safety warnings and precautions related to the high-pressure hydraulic system.

PTO shaft

Safety guidelines for the proper use and maintenance of the PTO shaft.

Precautions during manoeuvres

Safety advice when moving the machine between working and transport positions.

Remote controlled components

Warning about crushing and shearing hazards from hydraulically or pneumatically operated parts.

Safety decals

Importance of safety decals for warning of dangers and proper maintenance.

Waste disposal

Guidelines for environmentally responsible disposal of machine fluids and parts.

Precautions for maintenance and repair work

Safety measures before and during maintenance or repair activities.

Projection of stones and foreign objects

Safety advice regarding the projection of objects during mowing operations.

Precautions for machine use

General safety measures to follow during the operation of the disc mower.

Location and description of safety decals on the machine

Diagrams showing the placement and explanation of various safety decals on the machine.

Road safety equipment and recommendations

Details on required road safety equipment and speed recommendations for transport.

Machine specifications

Description and glossary

Provides a labeled diagram of the machine components and a glossary of terms.

Technical specifications

Lists key technical data including dimensions, weight, and power requirements.

Sound levels

Details the measured sound levels of the tractor and tractor-machine assembly.

Putting into service

Description of control elements

Identifies key control elements such as the release cord and adjustment wrench.

Coupling and uncoupling

Explains the procedure for attaching and detaching the machine to a tractor.

Preparing the tractor

Checks and adjustments required for the tractor before coupling the mower.

Hitch pin parallelism

Instructions for adjusting tractor lift rods to ensure hitch pins are parallel to the ground.

Lateral adjustment of the lower links

Procedure for balancing play and locking lower link stabilizers.

Preparing the machine

Steps for preparing the mower for coupling, including positioning lower links.

Linkage adjustment

Instructions for adjusting linkage dimensions and hitch pin positions.

Coupling the machine

Detailed steps for connecting the tractor's linkage and PTO to the mower.

Adjusting the machine

Procedures for adjusting the machine's frame height and check chains for optimal operation.

Uncoupling the machine

Steps for safely detaching the mower from the tractor.

Instructions for transport

Putting the machine into transport position

Guide on how to safely transition the mower from working to transport configuration.

Conformity with the road regulations

Ensures compliance with road traffic laws, including signalling and reflectors.

Instructions for work

Putting the machine into work position

Procedure for deploying the mower from transport to its operational working position.

Adjustments in working position

Details on making adjustments while the mower is in its working configuration.

Cutting height

Instructions on how to set and adjust the desired cutting height.

Swathing system

Information on the swathing system and adjustments for swath width.

Compensating spring tension

Guidance on adjusting the compensating spring for optimal ground contour adaptation.

Machine use

Essential safety and operational practices for using the mower effectively.

Groundspeed

Advice on adapting the forward speed of the tractor to working conditions.

Headland turn maneuvers

Procedure for executing headland turns using the mower's pivot function.

Machine safety

Safety procedures to follow when the machine encounters an obstacle or for break-away latch reset.

Optional equipment

Raised skid shoes

Details on raised skid shoes for higher mowing and use on sticky grounds.

Inner swath disc

Information about the inner swath disc and its effect on swath width.

Inner swath shield

Describes the inner swath shield for reducing swath width, used with the inner swath disc.

Side deflector

Explains the function of side deflectors for mowing dense or down crops with long stems.

Side deflector with high cone disk

Details side deflectors with high cone discs to prevent crop wrapping in dense conditions.

Lighting and signalling

Describes the installation of lighting and signalling systems for road compliance.

Electrical connection

Procedure for connecting the machine's electrical plug to the tractor's socket.

Instructions for transport

Steps for positioning rear signalling devices for transport.

Instructions for work

Steps for disconnecting signalling devices for work.

Lateral signalling equipment

Details on lateral signalling equipment for road compliance, installed on each side.

Quick hitch connector

Information on the quick hitch connector, primarily for North America.

Longer hitch pins

Details on longer hitch pins for offsetting the machine and linkage adjustment.

Maintenance and storage

Frequency chart

Provides a schedule of maintenance tasks and their intervals based on usage hours.

Lubrication

Guidance on lubricating moving parts and joints using specific grease.

PTO shaft

Specific lubrication intervals for the primary PTO shaft components.

Cutterbar draining and refilling

Procedure for draining and refilling the cutterbar with specified gear oil.

Changing angle gearbox oil

Instructions for draining and refilling the angle gearbox with specified oil.

Maintenance

General maintenance procedures including belt tension and breather plug checks.

Belt tension

How to check and adjust belt tension, and when to replace belts.

Checking cutterbar oil level

Procedure for checking and topping up the cutterbar oil level.

Inspection of knives and securing elements

Guidelines for inspecting and replacing knives and their securing components.

Fixing elements

Checks and replacement criteria for bolts, nuts, and washers used in fixing elements.

Knife replacement

Detailed steps for replacing knives, including safety and torque specifications.

Disc replacement

Procedure for removing and reinstalling mower discs, including torque settings.

Storage

Instructions for preparing and storing the machine at the end and start of seasons.

Trouble shooting guide

Limited warranty

These conditions are subject to the following exceptions

Lists exclusions and limitations to the limited warranty coverage.

The Limited Warranty is dependent on the strict observance of the following conditions

Details the mandatory conditions for warranty claims to be valid.

Specimen of the "Declaration of conformity"

Related product manuals