Krone Swadro 35_38_42_46 Operating instructions

Brand: Krone

Model: Swadro 35_38_42_46

Category: Mini tillers

Type: Operating instructions

Krone Swadro 35_38_42_46 Rotary Swather is a quality product from KRONE, designed for professional haymaking.

With working widths from 3.5 to 4.6 meters, it can handle a variety of field conditions. The rotor running gear's lateral inclination setting ensures clean raking even on slopes. The swath former creates uniform swaths for efficient baling or chopping.

The Krone Swadro 35_38_42_46 is easy to adjust and maintain, with features like adjustable working height and tine loss protection. Its compact transport dimensions and low weight make it easy to transport between fields.

Krone Swadro 35_38_42_46 Rotary Swather is a quality product from KRONE, designed for professional haymaking.

Operating Instructions No. 4285-0 USA

Rotary Swather

Swadro 35

Swadro 38

Swadro 42

Swadro 46 (from machine no. 582 800)

Foreword

Please note:

The instruction manual is an integral part of your

machine.

Only operate this machine after you have been

trained to do so and according to these instructions.

It is essential to observe the safety instructions!

It is also necessary to observe the relevant accident

prevention regulations and other generally recognised

regulations concerning safety

occupational health

and road traffic.

All information, illustrations and technical details in

this instruction manual are the latest and most up to

date at the time of going to press.

It is within our rights to modify the design at any time

and without having to give reasons. Should you for

any reason not be able to use this instruction manual

either wholly or partially, it is possible to get a

replacement instruction manual for your machine by

quoting the number supplied overleaf.

We hope that you will be satisfied with your KRONE

machine.

Machine factory Bernard Krone GmbH

Spelle

Dear Customer!

On buying the Rotary swather you have selected a

quality product from KRONE.

We are grateful for the belief you have invested in us

as a result of buying this machine.

It is important to read the operating instructions very

carefully before you start operating the machine so

that the Rotary swather may be used to its maximum

capacity.

The contents of this manual are laid out in such a way

that you should be able to perform any task by

following the instructions step by step. It contains

extensive notes and information about maintenance,

about how to use the machine safely, about secure

working methods, special precautionary measures

and the accessories which are available. It is essen-

tial, important and useful for the operational safety,

reliability and durability of the Disc mowe that these

notes and information are adhered to.

Foreword

List of contents

1 General Information ..........................................................................I -1

1.1 Proper Use..........................................................................................I -1

1.2 Specifications.....................................................................................I -1

1.2.1 Manufacturer's Address............................................................................................. I -1

1.2.2 Certification ..............................................................................................................I -1

1.2.3 Identification..............................................................................................................I -1

1.2.4 Data Required for Inquiries and Orders................................................................I -1

1.2.5 Proper Use ..............................................................................................................I -2

1.2.6 General Specifications ...........................................................................................I -2

2 Safety.................................................................................................. II -1

2.1 Identifying Safety Instructions in the Operating Manual .............................................. II -1

2.2 Safety Instructions and Accident Prevention Regulations........................................... II -1

2.2.1 Personnel Qualification and Training......................................................................... II -1

2.2.2 Failure to Follow the Safety Instructions .................................................................... II -1

2.2.3 Working in a Safety Conscious Manner .................................................................... II -1

2.3 Safety Instructions and Accident Prevention Regulations........................................... II -1

2.3.1 Mounted implements ................................................................................................ II -2

2.3.2 Power Take-Off Operation ........................................................................................ II -2

2.3.3 Hydraulic System ..................................................................................................... II -3

2.3.4 Tyres ........................................................................................................................ II -3

2.3.5 Maintenance ............................................................................................................ II -3

2.4 Introduction............................................................................................................... II -4

2.4.1 Location of the safety labels on the machine, containing technical safety information on

the machine ............................................................................................................. II -4

2.4.2 Positioning of the information signs .......................................................................... II -6

3 Operating preparations .................................................................. III -1

3.1 Special safety instructions ....................................................................................... III -1

3.2 Attachment to the tractor.......................................................................................... III -1

3.3 PTO shaft ................................................................................................................ III -3

3.3.1 General ................................................................................................................... III -3

3.3.2 Adjusting the length of the PTO shaft........................................................................ III -4

3.3.3 Fitting and maintaining the PTO shaft ...................................................................... III -4

3.4 Detaching from the tractor ....................................................................................... III -5

4 Adjusting the swather .................................................................... IV -1

4.1 General .................................................................................................................. IV -1

4.2 Basic setting .......................................................................................................... IV -1

4.3 Folding the tine arms into working position ............................................................. IV -1

4.4 Setting the working height ...................................................................................... IV -2

4.5 Lateral inclination setting of the rotor running gear ................................................. IV -3

4.6 Swath former.......................................................................................................... IV -3

4.7 Travel speed and drive r.p.m................................................................................... IV -4

List of contents

5 Transport.......................................................................................... V -1

5.1 Lighting ................................................................................................................... V -1

5.2 Transport preparation .............................................................................................. V -1

5.3 Folding the tine arms into transport position............................................................. V -2

6 Service and maintenance.............................................................. VI -1

6.1 Special safety instruction ........................................................................................ VI -1

6.2 General .................................................................................................................. VI -1

6.3 Tyres ...................................................................................................................... VI -2

6.4 Replacing the tine arms (in case of repair).............................................................. VI -2

7 Lubrication ..................................................................................... VII -1

7.1 Universal drive shaft ...............................................................................................VII -1

7.2 Bearings on the swather .........................................................................................VII -1

8 Winter storage...............................................................................VIII - 1

9 Start-up after winter storage ......................................................... IX -1

10 Extras/accessories ......................................................................... X -1

10.1 Support wheel with chain primary top link................................................................. X -1

10.2 Tine loss protection ................................................................................................. X -1

10.3 Fitting the swath former ........................................................................................... X -2

I - 1

General Information

KS300118

Maschinenfabrik Bernard Krone GmbH

Heinrich-Krone-Straße 10, D 48480 Spelle

Jahr

Année

Masch. Nr

No. de série

Type

Made in

W.-Germany

1 General Information

The operating manual contains basic instructions to be

observed when attaching, operating and doing maintance

work. Therefore it is imperative that the operating personnel

have access to and read this operating manual before

putting into operation and using the implement.

Follow both the general safety instructions contained in the

section on safety and the specific safety instructions

contained in the other sections.

1.1 Proper Use

The Swadro rotary windrower is used to swath cut hay.

It is installed inside the CAT II three-point hitch at the rear.

1.2 Specifications

1.2.1 Manufacturer's Address

Maschinenfabrik Bernard Krone GmbH

Heinrich-Krone-Straße 10

D-48480 Spelle (Germany)

Telephone: (49) 0 59 77/935-0

Fax: (49) 0 59 77/935-339

E-mail: [email protected]

1.2.2 Certification

EC Declaration of Conformity

corresponding to the EC Directive

See reverse side of title page

1.2.3 Identification

The machine data are listed on the identification plate.

The entire identification plate re-

presents a legal document and should

not be altered or rendered illegible!

1.2.4 Data Required for Inquiries and

Orders

When making inquiries concerning the machine or

ordering replacement parts, be sure to provide type

designation, vehicle ID number and year of manu-

facture.

Genuine replacement parts and

accessories authorized by the

manufacturer help ensure safety.

Use of other parts may void liability for

damage which results.

Vehicle

ID no.

Type

Year

I - 2

General Information

1.2.5 Proper Use

The Swadro rotary windrower is designed exclusively for

usual applications during agricultural work (proper use).

Any further use is considered to be improper use. The

manufacturer is not liable for any damage resulting from

such use. Such use is solely at the operator's risk.

Part of the proper use is the adherence to the operating,

maintenance and repair instructions specified by the

manufacturer.

1.2.6 General Specifications

Driving on roads is only permissible with the swath arms in

the transport position.

The max. height of 4 m must not be exceeded.

Type Swadro 35 Swadro 38 Swadro 42 Swadro 46

Three-point linkage (Connection CAT I + CAT II) standard

Tandem axle standard

Number of arms Piece 10 10 13 13

Number of double tines Piece 3 4 4

Working width approx. mm 3500 3800 4200 4600

Swath disc diameter approx. mm 2700 2960 3300 3600

Height in transport position approx. mm 2210 2210 2500 2700

Height in operating position approx. mm 1550

Length approx. mm 3020 3300 3600 3900

Width in transport position approx. mm 1900 1900 2265 2550

Maximum width in operating position approx. mm 3500 3800 4200 4600

Power requirement app. kW/PS 26/36 26/36 37/50

PTO shaft speed max. permitted drive speed 1/min. max. 540 U/min

PTO shaft speed recommended operating 1/min max. 350-450 U/min

drive speed

Equivalent continous sound pressure level below 70 dB(A)

Acreage capacity ca./h 3 - 3,5 3,5 - 4 4 - 4,5 4,5 - 5

Tyres 16 x 6.50-8

Tyre pressure bar 1.5

lighting voltage Volt 12

Weight of machine [kg] 510 565 640 665

II - 1

Safety

2 Safety

2.1 Identifying Safety Instructions in

the Operating Manual

The safety instructions contained in this manual, which

could result in personal injury if not followed, are identified

by the general danger sign:

safety sign in accordance with DIN 4844 - W9

General function instructions are indicated as follows:

Instructions which are attached to the machine need to be

followed and kept fully legible.

2.2 Safety Instructions and Accident

Prevention Regulations

2.2.1 Personnel Qualification and Training

The rotary swather must only be used, maintained and

repaired by personnel who are acquainted with the

machine and have been informed of the dangers involved.

The operator must precisely define the areas of

responsibility and competence and monitor the personnel.

Should personnel lack the required know-ledge they must

receive the required training and instruction. The operator

must also ensure that the contents of this operating

manual have been fully understood by the personnel.

Repair work not described in this operating manual should

be completed by authorized service centers only.

2.2.2 Failure to Follow the Safety

Instructions

Failure to follow the safety instructions could result in

personal injury and environmental hazards as well as

damage to the machine. Failure to follow the safety

instructions could result in the forfeiture of any claims for

damages.

Failure to follow the safety instructions could, for

example, result in the following hazards:

– risk to persons by failure to secure the working area

– breakdown of important machine functions

– failure of prescribed methods for repair and

maintenance

– risk to persons due to mechanical and chemical

effects

– damage to the environment due to leaking hydraulic

oil

2.2.3 Working in a Safety Conscious

Manner

Follow the safety instructions included in this operating

manual, existing accident prevention rules and any

internal work, operating and safety rules set out by the

operator.

The safety and accident prevention regulations of the

responsible professional associations are binding.

Observe the safety instructions provided by the vehicle

manufacturer.

Observe the applicable traffic laws when using public

roads (for example, in Germany, the Road Traffic Type

Approval Law and Road Traffic Law).

2.3 Safety Instructions and Accident

Prevention Regulations

1. Please follow all generally applicable safety and

accident prevention regulations in addition to the

safety instructions contained in this manual!

2. The attached warning and safety signs provide

important information for safe operation. Pay

attention to these for your own safety!

3. When using public roads, make sure to observe

the applicable traffic regulations!

4. Make sure that you are familiar with all equipment

and controls as well as their functions before you

begin working with the machine. It is too late to

learn this when you are operating the machine!

5. The user should wear tight fitting clothes. Avoid

wearing loose or baggy clothing.

6. Keep the machine clean to prevent danger of fire!

7. Before starting or moving the machine, make

certain that nobody is in the vicinity of the

machine! (Watch for children!) Make sure that you

have a clear view!

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Safety

8. Carrying passengers during operation and transport on

the working implement is not permitted.

9. Attach implements correctly! Attach and secure

implements to specified devices only!

10. When attaching or removing implements, place the

supporting devices in the correct positions!

11. Use extreme caution when attaching or detaching

implements onto or from the tractor!

12. Always attach ballast weights properly to the fixing

points provided!

13. Observe permitted axle loads, gross weight and transport

dimensions!

14. Check and attach transport equipment such as lighting,

warning devices and any protective equipment!

15. Actuating mechanisms (cables, chains, linkages etc.)

for remote controlled devices must be positioned in such

a way that no movements are unintentionally triggered at

any transport or working positions.

16. Ensure that implements are in the prescribed condition

for on-road travel and lock them in place according to the

manufacturer's instructions!

17. Never leave the driver's seat when the vehicle is moving!

18. Always drive at the correct speed for the pre-vailing

driving conditions! Avoid sudden changes in direction

when travelling uphill or downhill or across a gradient!

19. Attached implements and ballast weights affect the

driving, steering and braking response of the machine.

Make sure that you are able to brake and steer the

machine as required!

20. Take into account the extension radius and/or inertia of

an implement when turning corners!

21. Start up implements only when all protective devices

have been attached and set in the required position!

22. Keep clear of the working range of the machine at all

times!

23. Do not stand within the turning and slewing range of the

implement!

24. Never operate the hydraulic folding frames if anyone is

inside the slewing range!

25. Parts operated by external power (e.g. hydraulics) can

cause crushing and shearing injuries!

26. Before leaving the tractor, lower the implement onto

the ground, switch off the engine and remove the

ignition key!

27. No one should stand between the tractor and the

implement unless the vehicle has been secured

against rolling with the handbrake and/or wheel

chocks!

2.3.1 Mounted implements

1. Before mounting implements on/from the three-point

linkage, all controls have to be positioned in such a

way that any unintentional lifting or lowering of the

machine is impossible.

2. In case of three-point mounted implements it is essen-

tial that the hitch category of the implement matches

that of the tractor.

3. The three-point linkage includes shearing and pinching

areas.

4. When operating the outer controls of the three-point

linkage do not step between tractor and implement.

5. When the implement is in transport position assure at

all times a sufficient lateral limitation of the tractor

three-point linkage.

6. When travelling on public roads with implement raised

make sure the control lever is secured against lowering.

2.3.2 Power Take-Off Operation

1. Use only PTO shafts specified by the manufacturer!

2. The guard tube and guard cone of the PTO and the

PTO guard must be attached and in good working

condition (on the implement side, too)!

3. Make sure that the required tube covers are in place

for PTO shafts in transport and working position!

4. Before installing or removing PTO shafts, disengage

the PTO, switch off the engine and remove the ignition

key!

5. When using PTO shafts with an overload safety or

free-running coupling which are not shielded by the

guard on the tractor, mount the overload safety or

free-running coupling on the implement side!

6. Always make sure that the PTO shaft is properly

installed and secured!

7. Attach chains to prevent the PTO shaft guard from

rotating with the shaft!

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Safety

8. Before engaging the PTO shaft, make sure that the

selected PTO shaft speed of the tractor matches the

permissible implement speed!

9. Before engaging the PTO shaft, make sure that no one

is in the hazard area around the implement!

10. Never engage the PTO shaft if the engine is switched off!

11. No one should be in the vicinity of the rotating PTO shaft

when it is in use.

12. Always switch off PTO shaft when the angle is too large

or the PTO shaft is not required!

13. Cau1tion! The flywheel will continue to rotate for some

time even after the PTO shaft has been disengaged!

Keep clear of the implement during this time. Do not do

any work on the implement until the machine has come

to a complete stand-still and the flywheel has been

secured using the hand brake.

14. Disengage the PTO shaft, stop the engine and remove

the ignition key before cleaning, lubricating and adjusting

the PTO shaft driven implements or the PTO shaft!

Secure the flywheel with the hand brake.

15. Place the disconnected PTO shaft onto the bracket

provided!

16. After removing the PTO shaft, attach the protective

cover to the PTO shaft end!

17. If damage occurs, correct this immediately before using

the implement!

2.3.3 Hydraulic System

1. The hydraulic system is pressurized!

2. When connecting hydraulic cylinders and

engines, make sure that the hydraulic hoses are

connected correctly!

3. When connecting the hydraulic hoses to the tractor

hydraulics, make sure that the hydraulics of both the

tractor and the implement have been depressurized!

4. In the case of hydraulic connections between tractor and

implement the coupling sleeves and plugs should be

marked to ensure a proper connection! If the connections

are switched, the function will be reversed (e.g. raising/

lowering) - danger of accidents!

5. Check the hydraulic hose lines at regular intervals and

replace them if damaged or worn! The new hoses must

fulfill the technical requirements set by the manufacturer

of the implement!

6. When searching for leaks, use suitable aids to avoid the

risk of injuries!

7. Liquids escaping under high pressure (hydraulic oil) can

penetrate the skin and cause serious injury! Seek

medical help immediately should injuries occur! Risk of

infection!

8. Before working on the hydraulic system, lower the

implement, depressurize the system and switch off the

engine!

2.3.4 Tyres

1. When working on the tyres, make sure that the

implement has been safely lowered and secured

against rolling (wheel chocks).

2. Installing wheels and tyres requires adequate

knowledge and suitable tools!

3. Repair work on the tyres and wheels should be done

by specially trained personnel using appropriate

installation tools only!

4. Check tyre pressure regularly! Inflate the tyres to the

recommended pressures!

2.3.5 Maintenance

1. Repair, maintenance and cleaning work as well as

the rectification of malfunctions may only ever be

carried out when the drive is switched off and the

engine is at a standstill!

- Remove the ignition key! Pull the parking brake

for the balancing weight.

2. Regularly check that nuts and bolts are properly

seated and tighten if necessary!

3. When doing maintenance work to a raised implement,

always use suitable means to secure it against

falling.

4. When replacing working tools with cutting edges, use

suitable tools and gloves!

5. Dispose of oils, greases and filters according to

regulations!

6. Always disconnect the power supply before working

on the electrical system!

7. If protective devices and guards are subject to

wear, check them regularly and replace them in

good time!

8. When doing electrical welding on the tractor and

attached implements, disconnect the alternator

and battery cables!

9. Replacement parts must at least comply with the

technical requirements set by the manufacturer of

the implements!

This is guaranteed when using genuine KRONE

replacement parts!

10. Only use nitrogen for filling pneumatic

accumulators - Risk of explosion!

II - 4

Safety

Order no. 939 100-4 (1x)

939 100-4

MAX.

540/

min

MAX.

200

bar

2.4 Introduction

The KRONE rotary swather is equipped with all necessary safety devices (protective equipment). Not all potentially

dangerous positions on this implement can be fully secured, as this would be incompatible with full functional

capability. You will find appropriate danger notification

(= warning signs in yellow/black), indicating these residual risks.

The safety instructions are provided in the form of so-called warning pictograms. Important information on the location

of these safety signs and what they mean is given below!

Familiarize yourself with the meaning of the warning signs opposite. The text beside them

and their location on the machine indicates the machine's particularly dangerous areas.

2.4.1 Location of the safety labels on the machine, containing technical safety

information on the machine

KS300100

The PTO speed may not

exceed 540 r.p.m.!

Order no. 939 462-0 (1x)

Order no. 942 019-1 (1x)

Before starting up, read the operating manual

and safety instructions and follow them.

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Safety

Order no. 939 574-0 (2x)

Before starting work put the

guard bar into the protective

position (fold down).

Never put your hand into

the danger area as long

as parts may be moving.

Order no. 942 196-1 (2x)

939 574-0

KS300100

Order no. 949 228-0 (1x)

Order no. 949 229-0 (1x)

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Safety

2.4.2 Positioning of the information signs

942 118-0 (1x)

2942 119-2 (1x)

942 295-0 (2x)

4939 183-1 (2x)

5924 569-0 (2x)

1,0 bar

942 519-0 (2x) Swadro 35

xxx xxx-0 (2x) Swadro 38

942 520 -0 (2x) Swadro 42

942 518 -0 (2x) Swadro 46

942 119-2

350-450/

min

942 339-0 (1x)

942 339-0

23 7

KS300101

III - 1

Operating preparations

3 Operating preparations

3.1 Special safety instructions

• Basic rule for service, maintenance, repair and assembly work on the rotary swather -

switch off the PTO shaft. Switch off the engine and remove the ignition key. Secure the

tractor and rotary swather from rolling away!

• The maximum drive speed is 540 rpm.

• Actuating components such as ropes and cords; and hydraulic hoses and cable

connections should be laid in such a way that they cannot be activated unintentionally or

come into contact with the tractor wheels! Danger of accidents!

• No-one should be standing between the tractor and the rotary swather during raising or

lowering operations. Great risk of injury!

• Before switching on the PTO shaft, ensure that no-one is standing in the danger area of the

rotary swather. Danger of accidents!

• Make sure that the protective devices are correctly fitted during operation and when

travelling on public roads! Attach the lights and check that they are functioning correctly.

• The operator must not leave the tractor during operation!

Before connecting or disconnecting implements to and

from the three-point linkage, position the controls in such

a way that any unintentional raising or lowering of the

implement is impossible!

Particular care is to be taken when connecting or

disconnecting implements to and from the tractor!

There is a risk of shearing and pinching in the area

around the three-point linkage!

• Attach and secure the lower link arms.

• Attach the top link and secure with pins.

• Raise the jack stand and secure it in the uppermost

position with pin. Do not remove the jack stand.

• No-one should be standing between

the tractor and the machine during

attachment.

• Implements that are attached on the

front and rear must not result in the

maximum weight, maximum axle loads

or tyre carrying capacities of the tractor

being exceeded. The front axle of the

tractor must always be loaded with at

least 20% of the empty weight of the

tractor, even when the rear attachment

is fitted.

Make certain you have complied with

these requirements before starting to

move the tractor

3.2 Attachment to the tractor

The swather is equipped with cat. I and II coupling lugs

for the three-point linkage.

KS300117

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Operating preparations

The lowering speed of the rear

hydrau-lics should be set using the

lowering throttle so that the rotary

swather undercarriage is lowered to

the ground slowly.

Make sure that the tractor cab rear

window is closed before raising the

rear hydraulics. The rotary swather

protective frame could otherwise

damage the rear window.

KS300102

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Operating preparations

3.3 PTO shaft

3.3.1 General

Switch off the engine after coupling

the rotary swather to the tractor

linkage. Remove the ignition key.

Secure the tractor from rolling away!

The PTO shaft is fitted with an overload coupling.

Overload couplings protect the tractor and

implement from damage. The overload coupling

setting must not be altered. The guarantee will

become void if the set torque changes due to the

overload coupling being tampered with.

The torque is limited once there is overloading and

is transferred as a pulse during the slip time.

To prevent the overload coupling from wearing

out prematurely, the PTO shaft should be

disengaged immediately once

the overload coupling responds.

Compare the relevant RM torque value with

the value given in the following table.

If these values do not tally, please consult

your Krone dealer.

Type Torque (RM)

Swadro 35 550 Nm

Swadro 38 550 Nm

Swadro 42 550 Nm

Swadro 46 550 Nm

KS-0-036

KS300117

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Operating preparations

Pull the PTO shaft apart so it can be adjusted. Slide the

two corresponding halves of the PTO shaft on to the

machine (1) and on to the tractor (2). The overload

coupling must be fitted on the implement side! Set

the rotary swather using the rear hydraulics to the

shortest position for the PTO shaft. Hold both halves next

to each other and measure the correct length. See the

PTO shaft manufacturer's operating instructions for the

exact measuring and shortening procedure.

3.3.2 Adjusting the length of the PTO shaft

Danger of material damage: Do not lift

before the length of the PTO shaft has

been adjusted!

• Switch off the PTO shaft when carrying out service, maintenance, repair and assembly

work on the rotary swather. Switch off the engine. Remove the ignition key. Secure the

tractor from rolling away!

• No-one should be standing between the tractor and the rotary swather while the swather

is being raised.

KS-0-017

Secure the guard tube (3) against rotating using the

retaining chains (4)!

Check that the PTO shaft has enough swivel space and

free movement space! Damage will be caused if the PTO

shaft is touched by the tractor or implement. (e.g. hitch,

three-point frame)

3.3.3 Fitting and maintaining the PTO shaft

KS-0-016

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Operating preparations

3.4 Detaching from the tractor

• The rotary swather should only be parked on level, solid ground!

• No-one should be standing between the tractor and the rotary swather during raising and

lowering of the swather.

• Follow all other safety instructions.

• Chose a level, dry floor space with sufficient load

bearing capacity.

• Lower the jack stand (1) and secure with pin.

• Lower the swather making completely sure that it is

standing securely.

• Disconnect the PTO shaft (2) and put it onto the

support provided.

• Disconnect the top link.

• Disconnect the lower link arm.

KS300112

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Operating preparations

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