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Krone BA EasyCollect 450-2/ 600-2/ 750-2 Operating instructions

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Original operating instructions
Maize header
EasyCollect 450-2
EasyCollect 600-2
EasyCollect 750-2
(from serial no.: 1136331)
Order no.: 150 000 322 11 us
Status: 18.07.2023
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Table of Contents
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1 Table of Contents
1 Table of Contents ................................................................................................................................... 3
2 To this Document ................................................................................................................................... 7
2.1 Validity ................................................................................................................................................ 7
2.2 Re-Ordering ........................................................................................................................................ 7
2.3 Further applicable documents ............................................................................................................ 7
2.4 Target group of this document ........................................................................................................... 7
2.5 How to use this document .................................................................................................................. 8
2.5.1 Directories and References ........................................................................................................ 8
2.5.2 Direction Information ................................................................................................................... 8
2.5.3 Term “Machine” ........................................................................................................................... 8
2.5.4 Figures ........................................................................................................................................ 8
2.5.5 Scope of Document ..................................................................................................................... 9
2.5.6 Means of representation ............................................................................................................. 9
2.5.7 Conversion table ....................................................................................................................... 12
3 Safety ..................................................................................................................................................... 13
3.1 Purpose of Use ................................................................................................................................. 13
3.2 Intended use ..................................................................................................................................... 13
3.3 Reasonably foreseeable misuse ...................................................................................................... 14
3.4 Service life of the machine ............................................................................................................... 14
3.5 Basic safety instructions ................................................................................................................... 15
3.5.1 Importance of the operating instructions ................................................................................... 15
3.5.2 Personnel qualification .............................................................................................................. 15
3.5.3 Personnel qualification of the technicians ................................................................................. 16
3.5.4 Children in danger ..................................................................................................................... 16
3.5.5 Coupling the machine safely ..................................................................................................... 16
3.5.6 Structural changes to the machine ........................................................................................... 17
3.5.7 Additional equipment and spare parts ...................................................................................... 17
3.5.8 Workstations on the Machine .................................................................................................... 17
3.5.9 Operational safety: Technically perfect condition ..................................................................... 18
3.5.10 Danger zones ............................................................................................................................ 19
3.5.11 Keeping safety devices functional ............................................................................................. 21
3.5.12 Personal Protective Equipment ................................................................................................. 22
3.5.13 Safety sign on the machine ....................................................................................................... 22
3.5.14 Traffic safety .............................................................................................................................. 23
3.5.15 Parking the machine safely ....................................................................................................... 23
3.5.16 Consumables ............................................................................................................................ 24
3.5.17 Dangers associated with the operational environment ............................................................. 24
3.5.18 Sources of danger on the machine ........................................................................................... 25
3.5.19 Dangers associated with certain activities: Work on the machine ............................................ 26
3.5.20 Behaviour in hazardous situations and when accidents occur ................................................. 27
3.6 Safety routines ................................................................................................................................. 28
3.6.1 Shutting down and safeguarding the machine .......................................................................... 28
3.6.2 Supporting lifted machine and machine parts securely ............................................................ 28
3.6.3 Safely checking the oil level and changing the oil and filter element ........................................ 29
3.7 Location of the safety signs on the machine .................................................................................... 30
3.8 Location and meaning of the information signs on the machine ...................................................... 38
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3.8.1 Ordering additional warning signs and information signs ......................................................... 42
3.8.2 Attaching the safety signs and information signs ...................................................................... 42
3.8.3 Contact for KRONE NORTHAMERICA .................................................................................... 42
4 Machine Description ............................................................................................................................ 43
4.1 Machine overview ............................................................................................................................. 43
4.2 Overview of the different adaptation types ....................................................................................... 45
4.3 Identification Plate ............................................................................................................................ 46
4.3.1 Contact for KRONE NORTHAMERICA .................................................................................... 47
4.4 Overload protection .......................................................................................................................... 48
5 Technical data ....................................................................................................................................... 49
5.1 Consumables ................................................................................................................................... 50
5.1.1 Oils ............................................................................................................................................ 50
5.1.2 Lubricating grease ..................................................................................................................... 50
6 Commissioning ..................................................................................................................................... 51
6.1 Checks before starting up the machine for the first time .................................................................. 51
6.2 Adjusting the machine to the forage harvesters BiG X 480–630 (up to YOM 19/20), and BiG X
series 201 and BiG X series 404 .................................................................................................................. 52
6.2.1 Adjusting the locking plates ...................................................................................................... 53
6.2.2 Aligning the coupling disc ......................................................................................................... 56
6.2.2.1 Check orientation of the clutch disc ................................................................................... 56
6.2.2.2 Align input gearbox ............................................................................................................ 58
6.2.3 Connecting hydraulic hoses ...................................................................................................... 61
6.2.4 Setting in the operating terminal ............................................................................................... 62
6.3 Adjusting the machine to the forage harvester BiG X 600-1100-3 (up to YOM 19/10) .................... 63
6.3.1 Adjusting the adapter frame ...................................................................................................... 63
6.3.2 Pendulum frame ........................................................................................................................ 64
6.3.3 Connecting hydraulic hoses ...................................................................................................... 65
6.3.4 Setting in the operating terminal ............................................................................................... 66
6.4 Spout: Mounting Conical End Flap ................................................................................................... 67
6.4.1 Removing Spout Flap ................................................................................................................ 67
6.4.2 Mounting Spout Flap ................................................................................................................. 68
7 Start-up .................................................................................................................................................. 70
7.1 Checking and observing before start-up .......................................................................................... 71
7.2 Mounting Machine on Forage Harvester .......................................................................................... 71
7.2.1 Support jacks right/left in transport position .............................................................................. 72
8 Driving and Transport .......................................................................................................................... 73
8.1 Preparing the machine for road travel .............................................................................................. 75
8.2 Using the transport chassis (for the version with "transport chassis") ............................................. 76
8.2.1 Preparation ................................................................................................................................ 77
8.2.2 Connecting hydraulic hoses to the forage harvester BiG X ...................................................... 77
8.2.3 Attaching the transport chassis ................................................................................................. 78
8.2.4 Connecting road travel lighting ................................................................................................. 83
8.2.5 Using the transport chassis ....................................................................................................... 83
8.2.6 Removing the transport chassis ................................................................................................ 84
8.3 Switching off the machine ................................................................................................................ 85
8.4 Lifting the machine ........................................................................................................................... 86
9 Operation ............................................................................................................................................... 88
9.1 From transport into working position ................................................................................................ 88
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9.1.1 Removing the protective cover ................................................................................................. 89
9.1.2 Support jacks right/left in transport position .............................................................................. 90
9.1.3 Swinging the right-hand / left-hand side parts into working position ......................................... 91
9.1.4 Swinging the plant divider into working position ....................................................................... 92
9.2 Using the Machine for Work ............................................................................................................. 93
9.2.1 Field mode on slopes ................................................................................................................ 93
9.2.2 Insert the maize header ............................................................................................................ 94
9.2.3 Lifting unit distance control (for version "Lifting unit distance control") ..................................... 95
9.2.4 Row detection (for version "Row detection") ............................................................................. 96
9.3 Switching from working position to transport position ...................................................................... 97
9.3.1 Swinging the plant divider into transport position ..................................................................... 97
9.3.2 Swinging the right hand / left hand side parts upward into transport position .......................... 98
9.3.3 Installing guard on the right/left ................................................................................................. 98
9.3.4 Installing the front guard............................................................................................................ 99
9.3.5 Connecting indicators and position lights on the right/left......................................................... 99
9.4 Detaching the machine................................................................................................................... 101
9.4.1 Moving support jacks on right/left into parking position .......................................................... 101
9.4.2 Swinging the right-hand / left-hand side parts into working position ....................................... 102
9.4.3 Disconnecting Hydraulic Hoses (for version with “pendulum frame adaption”) ...................... 103
9.4.4 Disconnecting Hydraulic Hoses (for version with “pendulum frame adaption”) ...................... 104
9.4.5 Placing the Machine on the Ground ........................................................................................ 105
9.5 Removing the machine and storing it with supports (for the version with supports) ...................... 107
9.5.1 Mounting console support ....................................................................................................... 108
9.5.2 Mounting side guards .............................................................................................................. 109
9.5.3 Setting the lateral supports at rear .......................................................................................... 110
9.5.4 Putting header down ............................................................................................................... 111
10 Settings ............................................................................................................................................... 112
10.1 Setting the Tubular Bars ................................................................................................................ 113
10.1.1 Setting the Inclination of Tubular Bars (EasyCollect 600-2, 750-2) ........................................ 114
10.1.2 Setting the Inclination of the Tubular Bars (EasyCollect 450-2) ............................................. 116
10.2 Setting Holding-Down Device Roller .............................................................................................. 117
10.3 Adjusting skids ............................................................................................................................... 117
10.4 Adjusting the plant dividers ............................................................................................................ 118
10.5 Adapting Star-shaped Conveyor Height to Maize Crop ................................................................. 119
11 Maintenance ........................................................................................................................................ 120
11.1 Special Safety Instructions ............................................................................................................. 121
11.1.1 Test run ................................................................................................................................... 121
11.2 Spare Parts .................................................................................................................................... 121
11.3 Maintenance table .......................................................................................................................... 122
11.4 Tightening torques .......................................................................................................................... 124
11.4.1 Metric Thread Screws with Control Thread............................................................................. 124
11.4.2 Metric Thread Screws with Fine Thread ................................................................................. 125
11.4.3 Metric Thread Screws with Countersunk Head and Hexagonal Socket ................................. 125
11.4.4 Tightening Torques for Locking Screws and Bleed Valves on the Gearboxes ....................... 126
11.5 Hydraulics ....................................................................................................................................... 127
11.6 Input gearbox ................................................................................................................................. 128
11.7 Main gearbox .................................................................................................................................. 129
11.8 Collector Gearbox .......................................................................................................................... 130
11.9 Intermediate gearbox ..................................................................................................................... 132
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11.10 Roller Gearbox ............................................................................................................................... 133
11.11 Checking and adjusting the collector tension ................................................................................. 134
11.11.1 Checking the collector pre-tension .......................................................................................... 134
11.11.2 Adjusting the collector pretension ........................................................................................... 134
11.11.3 Checking the collector pre-tension .......................................................................................... 135
11.11.4 Adjusting the collector pretension ........................................................................................... 135
11.11.5 Checking the Collector Tensioning Function .......................................................................... 136
11.11.6 Setting the collector tensioning function ................................................................................. 136
11.12 Adjusting the Scraper ..................................................................................................................... 137
11.13 Setting Infeed Sheets ..................................................................................................................... 138
11.14 Changing the tips ........................................................................................................................... 139
11.15 Adjusting the tips ............................................................................................................................ 140
11.15.1 Adjusting the side tips ............................................................................................................. 140
11.15.2 Adjusting the row tips .............................................................................................................. 140
11.15.3 Adjusting the central tip ........................................................................................................... 141
11.16 Removing and Installing Guide Bracket at Tip Retainer ................................................................ 142
11.17 Converting Tip Retainer for Special Row Distances ...................................................................... 143
11.18 Releasing star ratchet clutch at the universal shaft ....................................................................... 144
11.19 Blade Changing .............................................................................................................................. 145
11.19.1 Changing bow and step blades ............................................................................................... 145
11.19.2 Changing the cutting blades ................................................................................................... 147
11.19.3 Changing the scraper blade .................................................................................................... 149
11.20 Replacing the wear plates .............................................................................................................. 149
11.21 Checking/adjusting the distance between bottom guide roller and guide rail ................................ 150
11.22 Check hydraulic hoses ................................................................................................................... 152
11.23 Maintaining and checking the tyres (for the version with "transport chassis") ............................... 152
11.24 Adjusting the tip retainer EC 600-2, 750-2 for 38" row spacing ..................................................... 153
12 Maintenance – lubrication ................................................................................................................. 155
12.1 Special Safety Instructions ............................................................................................................. 155
12.2 Lubrication Chart ............................................................................................................................ 157
13 Placing in Storage .............................................................................................................................. 160
14 Before the Start of the New Season ................................................................................................. 161
14.1 Special Safety Instructions ............................................................................................................. 161
14.2 Test run. ......................................................................................................................................... 162
15 Disposal of the machine .................................................................................................................... 163
15.1 Disposal of the machine ................................................................................................................. 163
16 Index .................................................................................................................................................... 164
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2 To this Document
2.1 Validity
These operating instructions apply to the following maize header types:
EasyCollect 450-2; EasyCollect 600-2; EasyCollect 750-2
2.2 Re-Ordering
You can request a replacement document if this document became completely or partly
unusable, or if you need it in a different language. Please specify the document number shown
on the cover page in your order. Contact data can be found in the chapter “Contact persons”.
The document can additionally be downloaded via KRONE MEDIA https://media.mykrone.green
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2.3 Further applicable documents
To ensure that the machine is used safely and as intended, observe the following further
applicable documents:
– Operating instructions of universal shaft(s)
– Operating instructions of forage harvester, KRONE
2.4 Target group of this document
This document aims at the operators of the machine fulfilling the minimum requirements of
personnel qualification; refer to chapter entitled Safety “Personnel Qualification”.
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2.5 How to use this document
2.5.1 Directories and References
Table of contents/headers:
The table of contents as well as the headers in this instruction are used for quick navigation in
the chapters.
Index directory:
In the index directory, you can find information on the desired subject via catchwords which are
in alphabetical order. The index directory can be found on the last page of this instruction.
Cross references:
Cross references to another place in the operating instructions or to another document are in
the text and specify the chapter and subchapter or section. The designation of subchapters or
sections is presented in quotation marks.
Example:
Check that all screws on the machine are tight, refer to chapter Maintenance, “Tightening
Torques”.
The subchapter or the section can be found via an entry in the table of contents and in the index
directory.
2.5.2 Direction Information
Direction information in this document such as front, rear, right and left always applies in the
direction of travel.
2.5.3 Term “Machine”
In the rest of this document the maize header is also referred to as the "machine".
2.5.4 Figures
The figures in this document do not always represent the exact machine type. The information
which refers to the figure always corresponds to the machine type of this document.
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2.5.5 Scope of Document
In addition to standard equipment, accessories kits and versions of the machine are described
in this document. Your machine may deviate from this document.
2.5.6 Means of representation
Icons in the text
In this document, the following means of representation are used:
Action step
A bullet point (•) designates an action step you have to perform, as for example:
• Set the left outside mirror.
Sequence of actions
Several bullet points (•) located in front of a sequence of action steps identify a sequence of
actions to be performed step by step, as for example:
• Loosen counter nut.
• Set the screw.
• Tighten counter nut.
List
Dashes (-) identify lists such as, for example:
– Brakes
– Steering
– Lighting
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Symbols in figures
To visualize parts and actions steps, the following icons are used:
Icon
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X
LH
RH
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Warning signs
Warning
WARNING! - Type and source of hazard!
Effect: Injuries, serious material damage.
• Measures for hazard prevention.
Caution
CAUTION! - Type and source of hazard!
Effect: Damage to property.
• Measures for risk prevention.
Notes with information and recommendations
Note
Note
Effect: Economic benefit of the machine.
• Measures to be performed.
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2.5.7 Conversion table
By means of the following table, metric units can be converted into US units.
Quantity
SI Units (Metric)
Factor
Inch-Pound Units
Unit Name
Abbreviation
Unit Name
Abbreviation
Area
hectare
ha
2.47105
acre
acres
Flow
liters per
minute
L/min
0.2642
US gallon per
minute
gpm
cubic meter
per hour
m³/h
4.4029
Force
newton
N
0.2248
pound-force
lbf
Length
millimeter
mm
0.03937
inch
in.
meter
m
3.2808
foot
ft.
Power
kilowatt
kW
1.3410
horsepower
hp
Pressure
kilopascal
kPa
0.1450
pound per
square inch
psi
megapascal
MPa
145.0377
bar (non-SI)
bar
14.5038
Torque
newton meter
Nm
0.7376
pound-foot or
foot-pound
ft∙lbf
8.8507
pound-inch or
inch-pound
in∙lbf
Temperature
degree
Celsius
°C
°Cx1.8+32
degree
Fahrenheit
°F
Velocity
meter per
minute
m/min
3.2808
foot per
minute
ft/min
meter per
second
m/s
3.2808
foot per
second
ft/s
kilometer per
hour
km/h
0.6215
miles per
hour
mph
Volume
liter
L
0.2642
US gallon
US gal.
milliliter
ml
0.0338
US ounce
US oz.
cubic
centimeter
cm³
0.0610
cubic inch
in³
Weight
kilogram
kg
2.2046
pound
lbs
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3 Safety
3.1 Purpose of Use
The KRONE maize header EasyCollect 450-2, EasyCollect 600-2, and EasyCollect 750-2 are
headers for attachment to KRONE forage harvesters; they are used for row-independent
harvesting of maize and other forage plants with thick stalks.
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3.2 Intended use
This machine is a maize header and is used to cut crops and to feed them to the forage
harvester.
The crops designated for the intended use of this machine are stem-type crops such as maize
plants.
The machine is designed exclusively for use in agriculture and may only be used when
– all safety devices are available according to the operating instructions and are in the
protective position.
– all safety instructions of the operating instructions have been observed and complied with,
both in chapter “Basic safety instructions” and directly in the chapters of the operating
instructions.
The machine may be used only by people who satisfy the personnel qualification requirements
designated by the machine manufacturer.
These operating instructions are part of the machine and must therefore be at hand when the
machine is in use. The machine may be operated only when the operator has received training
and in compliance with these operating instructions.
If the machine is used for applications which are not described in these operating instructions,
this may result in serious injuries or death and damage to the machine and other property.
Unauthorised modifications to the machine may affect the properties of the machine or disrupt
the proper operation. For this reason, unauthorised modifications shall exclude any liability of
the manufacturer for consequential damage.
The intended use shall also include the adherence to the operating, maintenance and repair
conditions set by the manufacturer.
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3.3 Reasonably foreseeable misuse
Any use beyond the intended use, see chapter Safety, “Intended use”, is regarded as improper
use and is therefore misuse according to the Machinery Directive. The manufacturer is not liable
for damage resulting from this, the user alone bears the risk.
Such misuse is for example:
– Processing of crops which are outside the intended use of the machine, see chapter Safety,
“Intended use”
– Transportation of people
– Transportation of goods
– Exceedance of the permitted technical total weight of the carrier vehicle
– Non-compliance with the safety signs on the machine and safety notices in the operating
instructions
– Performing fault clearance, setting, cleaning, repair and maintenance work contrary to the
information in the operating instructions
– Unauthorised modifications to the machine
– Attachment of unauthorised or unapproved additional equipment
– Use of spare parts which are not KRONE original spare parts
– Stationary operation of the machine
Unauthorised modifications to the machine may affect the properties of the machine or disrupt proper
operation. For this reason, unauthorised modifications will release the manufacturer from any liability for
consequential damage.
3.4 Service life of the machine
– The service life of this machine strongly depends on proper use and maintenance as well as
the operating conditions.
– Permanent operational readiness as well as long service life of the machine can be
achieved by observing the instructions and notes of these operating instructions.
– After each season of use, the machine must be checked thoroughly for wear and other
damage.
– Damaged and worn parts must be replaced before placing the machine into service again.
– After the machine has been used for five years, carry out full technical inspection of the
machine. According to the results of this inspection, a decision concerning the possibility of
reuse of the machine should be taken.
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3.5 Basic safety instructions
Non-compliance with the safety instructions and warnings
Non-compliance with the safety instructions and warnings may result in injuries and damage to
the environment and property.
3.5.1 Importance of the operating instructions
The operating instructions are an important document and a part of the machine. They are
aimed at the user and contain safety-relevant information.
Only the procedures indicated in the operating instructions are reliable. If the operating
instructions are not observed, people may be seriously injured or killed.
• Before using the machine for the first time, read and follow all the “Basic Safety Instructions”
in the Safety chapter.
• Before working, also read and observe the respective sections in the operating instructions.
• Keep the operating instructions ready to hand for the user of the machine.
• Hand over the operating instructions to subsequent users.
3.5.2 Personnel qualification
If the machine is not used properly, people may be seriously injured or killed. To avoid
accidents, each person who works with the machine must satisfy the following minimum
requirements:
– He is physically capable of controlling the machine.
– He can work safely with the machine in accordance with these operating instructions.
– He understands the method of operation of the machine within the scope of his work and
can identify and avoid the dangers associated with the work.
– He has read the operating instructions and can implement the information in the operating
instructions accordingly.
– He is familiar with driving vehicles safely.
– For road travel he has adequate knowledge of the highway code and has the stipulated
driving licence.
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3.5.3 Personnel qualification of the technicians
If the work (assembly, conversion, modification, extension, repairs, retrofitting) is performed
improperly on the machine, people may be seriously or fatally injured. To avoid accidents,
everyone who performs work according to these instructions must meet the following minimum
requirements:
• Qualified professional, with relevant training.
• Capable of assembling the (partially) disassembled machine according to the assembly
instructions provided by the manufacturer.
• Capable of extending, modifying or repairing the function of the machine according to the
relevant instructions provided by the manufacturer.
• Ability to perform the work safely according to these instructions.
• Understands the mode of operation of the work to be performed and the machine and is
able to identify and avoid the hazards associated with the work.
• Has read these instructions and is able to apply the information in these instructions
accordingly.
3.5.4 Children in danger
Children cannot assess danger and behave unpredictably.
As a result, children are especially at risk.
• Keep children away from the machine.
• Keep children away from consumables.
• Especially before starting up and moving the machine, ensure that there are no children in
the danger zone.
3.5.5 Coupling the machine safely
When the machine is connected incorrectly to a forage harvester, dangers are caused which
could lead to severe accidents.
• Observe all operating instructions when connecting:
– The operating instructions of the machine
– The operating instructions of the forage harvester
– The operating instructions of universal shaft
• Follow the coupling instructions, see chapter Initial Operation, “Adjusting the Machine to
Forage Harvester” and chapter Initial Operation “Attaching to the Forage Harvester”.
• Observe the changed driving behaviour of the combination.
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3.5.6 Structural changes to the machine
Structural changes and enhancements may impair the functionality and operational safety of the
machine. Thus there is a risk of serious injuries or death.
Structural changes and enhancements are not permitted.
3.5.7 Additional equipment and spare parts
Additional equipment and spare parts which do not comply with the requirements of the
manufacturer may impair the operational safety of the machine and cause accidents.
• To ensure operational safety, use original parts or standard parts which correspond to the
requirements of the manufacturer.
3.5.8 Workstations on the Machine
Passengers
Passengers may be seriously injured by the machine or fall off the machine and get run over.
Ejected objects may strike and injure passengers.
• Never let people ride on the machine.
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3.5.9 Operational safety: Technically perfect condition
Operation only when the machine has been started up correctly
If the machine is not started up correctly according to these operating instructions, the
operational safety of the machine is not ensured. As a result, accidents may occur and people
may be seriously injured or killed.
• Do not use the machine unless it has been started up correctly, see chapter Start-up.
Technically perfect condition of the machine
Improper maintenance and adjustment may affect the operational safety of the machine and
cause accidents. As a result, people may be seriously injured or killed.
• Perform all maintenance and adjustment work according to the chapters Maintenance and
Adjustment.
• Before performing any maintenance or adjustment work, shut down and safeguard the
machine, see chapter Safety "Shutting down and safeguarding the machine".
Danger resulting from damage to the machine
Damage to the machine may impair the operational safety of the machine and cause accidents.
As a result, people may be seriously injured or killed. The following parts of the machine are
particularly important for safety:
– Safety devices
– Connecting devices
– Hydraulic system
– Universal shafts
If there are doubts about the operational safety of the machine, for example due to leaking fuel,
visible damage or an unexpected change to the operational behaviour:
• Shut down and safeguard the machine, see chapter Safety, "Shutting down and
safeguarding the machine".
• Immediately eliminate potential causes of damage, for example heavy soiling, or tighten
slack screws.
• If possible, repair the damage according to these operating instructions.
• In the case of damage which may affect operational safety and cannot be repaired
according to these operating instructions: Have damage repaired by a qualified service
centre.
Technical limit values
If the technical limit values of the machine are not observed, the machine may be damaged. As
a result, accidents may occur and people may be seriously injured or killed. Observance of the
following technical limit values is particularly important for safety:
– Maximum permitted operating pressure of hydraulics
– Maximum permitted drive speed
– Maximum permitted axle loads of forage harvester
• Observe limit values, refer to chapter “Technical Data”.
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3.5.10 Danger zones
When the machine is switched on, a danger zone may be created around this machine.
To avoid getting into the danger zone of the machine, maintain at least the safety distance.
If the safety distance is not followed, people may be seriously injured or killed.
• Do not switch on the drives and the engine until you are sure that no one has ignored the
safety distance.
• If people ignore the safety distance, switch off the drives.
• Stop the machine in the shunting operation and field mode.
The safety clearance is:
For machine in shunting operation and
field mode
In front of the machine
30 m
Behind the machine
5 m
Laterally to the machine
3 m
For machine switched on without driving motion
In front of the machine
3 m
Behind the machine
5 m
Laterally to the machine
3 m
The safety distances named here are minimum distances according to the intended use. These
safety distances must be increased depending on operating conditions and environmental
conditions, when required.
• Before performing any work in the danger zone of the machine: Shut down and safeguard
the machine, see chapter Safety, "Shutting down and safeguarding the machine". This also
applies to brief inspection work.
• Consider the information in all relevant operating instructions:
– The operating instructions of the machine
– The operating instructions of the universal shaft
– The operating instructions of the forage harvester
– The operating instructions of the transport wagon
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Danger zone universal shaft
People may be caught, pulled in and seriously injured by the universal shaft.
• Observe operating instructions for the universal shaft.
• Ensure sufficient overlap of section tube and universal shaft guards.
• Allow the universal shaft locks to engage. There must be no areas of the locking device on
the PTO shaft fork which could cause catching or entrapment (e.g. by annular design,
protective collar around the locking pin).
• Attach chains to prevent the universal shaft guards from rotating with the shaft.
• Make sure that there is no one in the danger zone of PTO shaft and universal shaft.
• Make sure that the universal shaft guards are mounted and that they are fully functional.
• Switch off the PTO shaft when the angles between the universal shaft and the PTO shaft
are too large. The machine may be damaged. Parts may be hurled up and cause injury to
people.
Danger zone PTO shaft
People may be caught, pulled in and seriously injured by the PTO shaft and the driven
components.
Before switching on the PTO shaft:
• Make sure that all safety devices are fitted and in the protection position.
• Ensure that there is nobody in the danger zone of PTO shaft and universal shaft.
• Switch off the drives if they are not necessary.
Danger zone between precision forage harvester and header
People staying between precision forage harvester and header could be seriously hurt or killed
caused by precision forage harvester rolling away, carelessness or machine movements.
• Before working between precision forage harvester and header: Shut down and safeguard
the machine, see chapter Safety, “Shutting Down and Safeguarding the Machine”. This also
applies to brief inspection work.
• If the lifting unit has to be actuated, keep all people away from the range of movement of
the header.
Danger zone because objects may shoot out
Crops and foreign bodies may shoot out and injure or kill people.
• Before starting the machine, instruct all persons to leave the danger zone of the machine.
• If people are in the danger zone of the machine, switch off drives and diesel engine
immediately.
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