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Pottinger TOP 722 - User Manual

Pottinger TOP 722
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Operator‘s manual
Translation of the original Operating Manual
Nr.
TOP 722
(Type SK 2862 : + . . 00001)
TOP 812
(Type SK 2863 : + . . 00001)
Double rotary swather
99+2862.EN.80U.0

Table of Contents

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Summary

Product Liability and Information Obligation

Instructions for Product Handover

Product Handover Checklist

Checklist for ensuring the machine and operating instructions are properly handed over.

Meaning of Warning Signs

CE Sign

Symbols Used

EU Declaration of Conformity

Manufacturer's declaration of compliance with safety and health requirements.

Safety Hints Explained

Explanation of DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE markings in the manual.

Warning Signs

General Safety Tips

Travelling with Implement in Tow

Safety guidelines when travelling with the implement attached to the towing vehicle.

Coupling and Uncoupling Safety

Precautions for safely coupling and uncoupling the machine to the tractor.

Regulations for Use and Road Travel

Rules for machine usage, road travel regulations, and prior checks.

Pre-Operation Checks and Safety Awareness

Steps for checking the machine before operation and general safety awareness.

Description of Services

Machine Overview

Visual identification and naming of the machine's main parts and systems.

Tractor Requirements

Tractor Specifications and Ballast

Required tractor output, attachment type, ballast, and lifting unit specifications.

Tractor Requirements (Continued)

Hydraulic and Power Connections

Details on required hydraulic and electrical connections for machine operation.

Attaching the Machine

Machine Attachment and Stand Setup

Steps for attaching the machine to the tractor and setting up the support stand.

Electrical and Hydraulic Connections

Connecting electrical and hydraulic lines between tractor and machine.

Attaching the Machine (Continued)

Breakaway Chains and Linkage Adjustment

Attaching and adjusting safety chains and transport securing linkage.

Setting Rotor Relief (Optional)

Procedure for adjusting the rotor relief mechanism for optional equipment.

Attaching the Machine (Continued)

Safe Machine Parking

Instructions for safely parking the machine in working or transport positions.

Attaching the Machine (Continued)

Adjusting Rotor Stabilisation

Steps to adjust the rotor stabilisation for optimal performance and safety.

Transport

Transport Safety Advice

Critical safety warnings related to machine tipping and moving parts during transport.

Transport (Continued)

Converting to Transport Position

Step-by-step guide for converting the machine from working to transport position.

Transport (Continued)

Road Travel and Dimensions

Guidelines for driving on public roads and machine dimensions for transport.

Transport (Continued)

Frame and Chassis Steering Adjustment

How to adjust the steering rod length for proper frame chassis trailing.

Transport (Continued)

Reducing Transport Height and Tine Holder Operation

Steps to lower transport height and operate the tine holder mechanism.

Operation

General Working Guidelines and Conversion

Essential safety and operational guidelines for working and converting the machine.

Operation (Continued)

Rotor Settings and Raking Height Adjustment

Adjusting rotor settings, lateral incline, and mechanical raking height.

Operation (Continued)

Hydraulic Raking Height and Terminal Operation

Hydraulic adjustment of raking height and terminal placement.

Operation (Continued)

Raking Height Control and Feeler Wheel Adjustment

Using comfort control for raking height and adjusting feeler wheels.

Operation (Continued)

Feeler Wheel Distance and Swath Apron

Adjusting outer feeler wheel distance and operating the rear swath apron.

Cardan Shaft Speed

Recommended and maximum cardan shaft speeds for operation.

Operation (Continued)

Swath Apron and Width Adjustment

Operating folded swath aprons and adjusting swath width.

Dual-Swath Function

Details on installing and switching to the optional dual-swath function.

Operation (Continued)

Swivelling and Step Sequence Control

Machine swivelling and step sequence control for transport and working positions.

Operation (Continued)

Rotor Control Operations

Procedures for operating rotors individually or together and single rotor variants.

Operation (Continued)

Setting the Cam Track

Adjusting the cam track for efficient fodder gathering.

Working on Inclines

Turning on Inclines Safely

Critical safety measures for turning and operating on inclines to prevent tipping.

General Maintenance

Safety Advice for Maintenance

Essential safety precautions to be taken before and during maintenance work.

Maintenance Procedures Overview

Guidelines for maintenance, parts, cleaning, parking, and winter storage.

General Maintenance (Continued)

Articulated Shafts and Hydraulic Unit Maintenance

Maintenance procedures for articulated shafts and the hydraulic unit.

Maintenance

General Maintenance, Transmission, and Chassis

General maintenance, transmission checks, and chassis settings.

Steering and Tyre Tracking Adjustment

Adjusting the steering axle alignment and tyre tracking.

Maintenance (Continued)

Tyre Specifications and Tine Arm Maintenance

Tyre specifications, tine arm maintenance, and replacement procedures.

Maintenance (Continued)

Spring Tines and Bearing Bush Replacement

Maintenance of spring tines and replacement of tine arm bearing bushes.

Maintenance (Continued)

Lubrication Diagram and Schedule

Visual guide and schedule for lubricating machine components.

Maintenance (Continued)

Rotor Unit Greasing and Liquid Grease Change

Greasing procedures for the rotor unit and changing liquid grease.

Rotary Unit Grease Refill and Danger Area Warning

Refilling rotary unit grease and safety warnings for the danger area.

Maintenance (Continued)

Equipment Disposal and Machine Raising

Procedures for disposing of old equipment and raising the machine with a jack.

Air Brake System

Hose Coupling and Safety Advice

Proper coupling of air brake hoses and essential safety warnings.

Air Brake System Maintenance

Maintenance checks for the air brake system, including regulator and air tank.

Air Brake System (Continued)

Line Filter Cleaning and Tyre Adaptation

Cleaning air brake line filters and adapting brakes to different tyre sizes.

Hydraulic Brake System

Hose Coupling and Safety

Safe coupling of hydraulic brake hoses and general safety warnings.

Brake Maintenance and Tyre Adaptation

Brake pad checks, hose parking, and adapting brakes to tyre changes.

Hydraulic Plan

TOP 722 Hydraulic Circuit Diagram

Schematic diagram illustrating the hydraulic system for the TOP 722 model.

Hydraulic Plan (Continued)

TOP 722 Single Rotor Hydraulic Plan

Hydraulic circuit for single rotor operation of the TOP 722 machine.

Hydraulic Plan (Continued)

TOP 722 Single Rotor with Hydraulic Release

Hydraulic diagram for TOP 722 single rotor operation with hydraulic release function.

Hydraulic Plan (Continued)

TOP 722 Single Rotor, Release, and Raking Height

Hydraulic plan for TOP 722 single rotor, including release and raking height adjustments.

Hydraulic Plan (Continued)

TOP 722 Dual Swath Hydraulic Plan

Hydraulic circuit diagram for the TOP 722 machine with dual swath operation.

Hydraulic Plan (Continued)

TOP 722 Hydraulic Plan with Flow Divider

Hydraulic schematic for the TOP 722 model, incorporating an optional flow divider.

Hydraulic Plan (Continued)

TOP 812 Hydraulic Plan

Schematic diagram of the hydraulic system for the TOP 812 model.

Hydraulic Plan (Continued)

TOP 812 Single Rotor Hydraulic Plan

Hydraulic circuit for single rotor operation of the TOP 812 machine.

Hydraulic Plan (Continued)

TOP 812 Hydraulic Plan with Flow Divider

Hydraulic schematic for the TOP 812 model, including a flow divider.

Technical Data

Machine Specifications and Requirements

Technical specifications and required connections for TOP 722 and TOP 812 models.

Technical Data (Continued)

Optional Equipment and Designated Use

List of optional equipment and intended use of the swath rotor.

Type Plate Information

Location and importance of the machine's type plate and chassis number.

Supplement

Supplement - A

General and Attached Machinery Safety

General safety rules and specific precautions for attaching machinery.

Hitched Machinery and PTO Operation Safety

Safety guidelines for hitched machinery, PTO operation, and cardan shafts.

Supplement - A (Continued)

Hydraulic System and Tyre Safety

Safety precautions for hydraulic systems and tyres.

General Maintenance Safety

Overall safety requirements for maintenance, cleaning, and part replacement.

Supplement - B

Cardan Shaft Adaptation and Working Instructions

Adapting, cutting, and safely operating the cardan shaft.

Wide-Angle Joint and Safety Chain

Specifications for wide-angle joints and the function of safety chains.

Supplement - B (Continued)

Driveshaft Friction Clutch and Cam Clutch Operation

Information on friction clutches and cam clutches for driveshafts.

Lubricants

Important! Additional Information

Tractor and Implement Combination Safety

Guidelines for combining tractor and implement, including weight and ballast calculations.

Important! Additional Information (Continued)

Axle Load and Tyre Capacity Calculations

Calculations for axle loads, total weight, and tyre load capacity.

EC Conformity Declaration

Manufacturer, Machine, and Norms Details

Manufacturer details, machine type, and relevant standards for conformity.

Person Responsible for Documentation

Contact information for the person responsible for the documentation.

Pottinger TOP 722 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandPottinger
ModelTOP 722
CategoryFarm Equipment
LanguageEnglish

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