BVL V-LOAD Cutter Megastar 170 Operating Manual

ENGLISCH

Operating Manual

V-

LOAD

Cutter

Megastar

110 / 110 H 1,20 / 110 H 1,70 / 145 / 145 H 1,20

145 H 1,70 / 170 / 170 H 1,20 / 195 / 195 H 1,20

Rev. 2 / 02.17 Item no.103012 www.bvl-group.de

EC Declaration of Conformity

According to EC Directives

2006/42/EC (MRL)

Bernard van Lengerich Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG Grenzstr.16, 48488 Emsbüren declares under sole responsibility that the product

Series : V-LOAD Cutter

Type:

Year of manufacture:

Megastar

………………………...

Accessory equipment number: ................................... to which this directive refers is in conformity with all basic occupational health and safety regulations stipulated in EC Directive 2006/42/EC .

To effect correct application of the safety and health requirements stated in the EC Directive, the following standards and/or technical specifications have been consulted:

DIN EN ISO 12100; DIN EN ISO 13857;

DIN EN 349; DIN EN ISO 4413; DIN EN ISO 4254-1; DIN EN 703

........................................................................................................................................................................................

(Name and / or number of the standard(s) and / or technical specification(s))

The undersigned Managing Director is deemed authorized to compile the technical documents.

Emsbüren, on February 17 th, 2017

…………………………………….

Bernard van Lengerich

Managing Director

Dear Customer,

The V-LOAD Cutter Megastar silage block cutter including its optional equipment is a quality product made by Maschinenfabrik Bernard van Lengerich GmbH & Co KG.

In order to fully utilize the many advantages of your newly acquired V-LOAD Cutter Megastar silage block cutter, please read this operating manual carefully before commissioning this accessory equipment.

Please also ensure that every person involved in the operation of the machine has read this operating manual before commissioning the V-LOAD Cutter Megastar silage block cutter.

Maschinenfabrik Bernard van Lengerich GmbH & Co.

Manufacturer's address


Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG

Operations: Grenzstraße 16 • D-48488 Emsbüren

Post address: Postfach 1154• D-48488 Emsbüren

Tel : +49 (0)5903 951-0

Fax : +49 (0)5903 951-34 (Administration)

+49 (0)5903 951-37 (Spare parts / Service)

Internet: http://www.bvl-group.de

E-mail:

[email protected]

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V-LOAD Cutter V-LOAD Cutter Megastar

Identification data

Identification data

Enter the identification data of accessory equipment here.

The identification data is specified on the type plate.

Accessory equipment number:

Type:

Year of manufacture:

Manufacturer's address



Operations: Grenzstraße 16

Post address:

D-48488

Tel.:

Fax.:

Internet:

E-mail:

Postfach 1154

Emsbüren

+ 49 (0) 5903 951-0

+ 49 (0) 5903 951-34 http://www.bvl-group.de [email protected]

Spare part orders / Service

For the address, see the manufacturer's address

Tel.:

Fax.:

Mobile:

Internet:

+ 49 (0) 5903 951-48

+ 49 (0) 5903 951-37

+ 49 (0) 172 281 63 22 http://www.bvl-group.de

E-mail: [email protected]

When ordering spare parts, always provide the series, type, accessory equipment number and the year of manufacture of your accessory equipment.

Formal information about this operating manual

Document number:

Date created:



Copyright

103012

17/02/2015


Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG, 2007

All rights reserved.

Reprints, even in excerpts, only with the written permission of Bernard van Lengerich Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG.


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Preface

Preface

User evaluation

Dear Customer,

You selected a quality product from the extensive product range of

Bernard van Lengerich Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG. We would like to thank you for putting your trust in us.

After receiving your accessory equipment, verify that no transport damage has occurred and that all parts are present! Use the delivery note to check if the shipment of your accessory equipment is complete and also includes the special equipment you ordered. Claims for damages cannot be accepted unless submitted without delay!

Read and observe this operating manual and, in particular, the safety instructions before putting your equipment into operation. After reading this information carefully, you can immediately start enjoying all the benefits of your recently purchased accessory equipment.

Make sure that all personnel operating the accessory equipment have read this operating manual before putting the accessory equipment into operation.

Special equipment is available for all accessory equipment. When customizing your accessory equipment, you may find that not all descriptions contained in this operating manual apply to your specific accessory equipment. Special equipment is identified in this operating manual.

If you have any questions on how to handle your accessory equipment or regarding this operating manual, please contact us.

Regular maintenance and the timely exchange of worn or damaged parts will increase the service life of your accessory equipment.

Dear reader, our operating manuals are revised on a regular basis. You help us increase the user friendliness of our operating manuals by sending us your tips and recommendations on how we can improve them. Please submit your suggestions by fax.



Operations:

Post address:

D-48488

Tel.:

Fax.:

E-mail:

Grenzstraße 16

Postfach 1154

Emsbüren

+ 49 (0) 5903 951-0

+ 49 (0) 5903 951-34 [email protected]

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Contents

1 User information ................................................................................................. 8

1.1

Purpose of this operating manual .......................................................................................... 8

1.2

Storing the operating manual ................................................................................................. 8

1.3

Locational information in this operating manual .................................................................... 8

1.4

Illustrations used .................................................................................................................... 9

1.5

Terms used ............................................................................................................................ 9

2 Safety instructions ........................................................................................... 10

2.1

Action-related safety instructions and important information ............................................... 10

2.1.1

Action-related safety instructions ............................................................................ 10

2.1.2

Important information ............................................................................................... 11

2.2

Working in a safety-conscious manner ................................................................................ 12

2.3

Organizational measures ..................................................................................................... 13

2.3.1

Responsibilities of the owner ................................................................................... 13

2.3.2

Responsibilities of the operator ............................................................................... 14

2.3.3

Qualification of the personnel .................................................................................. 14

2.3.4

Intended use ............................................................................................................ 16

2.3.5

Claims based on defects and liability ...................................................................... 16

2.4 16

2.5

Product safety ...................................................................................................................... 17

2.5.1

Safe operation of the accessory equipment ............................................................ 17

2.5.2

Safety devices and safeguards ............................................................................... 17

2.5.3

Structural modifications ........................................................................................... 18

2.5.4

Replacement and wear parts as well as auxiliary supplies ..................................... 19

2.5.5

Warranty and liability ............................................................................................... 19

2.6

General safety instructions .................................................................................................. 20

2.6.1

Danger area / work area and hazard areas ............................................................. 20

2.6.2

General information on safety and accident prevention .......................................... 21

2.6.3

Hydraulic system ..................................................................................................... 25

2.6.4

Electrical system ...................................................................................................... 26

2.6.5

Mounted accessory equipment................................................................................ 26

2.6.6

Cleaning, maintenance and repairs ......................................................................... 27

2.7

Warnings and instructions.................................................................................................... 28

2.7.1

Warnings .................................................................................................................. 28

2.7.2

Instructions .............................................................................................................. 32

2.7.3

Positioning of warnings and instructions ................................................................. 34

2.8

Risks resulting from failure to observe the safety instructions and warnings ...................... 35

3 Loading and unloading .................................................................................... 36

4 Product description .......................................................................................... 37

4.1

Overview – V-LOAD Cutter V-LOAD Cutter Megastar, standard model ............................. 37

4.2

Safety devices and safeguards ............................................................................................ 38

4.3

Supply lines between tractor and accessory equipment ..................................................... 39

4.4

Type plate and CE mark ...................................................................................................... 39

4.5

Technical data ...................................................................................................................... 40

4.5.1

Silage block cutter V-LOAD Cutter Megastar 110-195 ........................................... 40

4.5.2

Information on noise generation .............................................................................. 44

4.6

Conformity ............................................................................................................................ 44

4.7

Necessary equipment on the tractor .................................................................................... 45

5 Design and function ......................................................................................... 47

5.1

Control panel – electronic .................................................................................................... 47

5.1.1

Switching the control panel on/off ........................................................................... 47

5.1.2

Possible switching functions of the control panel .................................................... 48

5.2

Hydraulic system .................................................................................................................. 49

5.3

Hydraulic hose lines ............................................................................................................. 49


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5.4

Operating the hydraulic control block (using the control panel) .......................................... 50

5.4.1

Electrohydraulic control block ................................................................................. 50

5.5

Fork tines ............................................................................................................................. 51

5.6

Cutting bar ........................................................................................................................... 51

5.7

Cutting knives ...................................................................................................................... 51

5.8

Push-off system – mechanical ............................................................................................ 51

5.9

Push-off system – hydraulic ................................................................................................ 51

5.10

Lifting frame ......................................................................................................................... 52

5.11

Side shift .............................................................................................................................. 52

6 Commissioning ................................................................................................ 53

6.1

Securing the tractor against unintended start-up and rolling away ..................................... 54

6.2

Checking the operation of the accessory equipment .......................................................... 54

7 Mounting / removing the accessory equipment ............................................ 55

7.1

Mounting the accessory equipment

‎

.................................................................................... 55

7.2

Removing the accessory equipment

‎

................................................................................... 57

7.3

Coupling the hydraulic hose lines ....................................................................................... 58

7.4

Uncoupling the hydraulic hose lines.................................................................................... 59

8 Settings ............................................................................................................. 60

8.1

Adjusting the pressure relief valve ...................................................................................... 61

9 Transport trips.................................................................................................. 62

10 Using the accessory equipment ..................................................................... 64

10.1

Removing, transporting and setting down the silage block ................................................. 64

10.1.1

Cutting and transporting the silage block................................................................ 65

10.1.2

Setting down the silage block ................................................................................. 65

11 Cleaning, maintenance and repairs ................................................................ 66

11.1

Cleaning .............................................................................................................................. 67

11.2

Lubricating ........................................................................................................................... 68

11.2.1

The lubrication chart of the silage block cutter at a glance..................................... 68

11.2.2

Lubrication chart – silage block cutter .................................................................... 68

11.3

Maintenance schedule – overview ...................................................................................... 69

11.4

Cutting knives of the cutting bar .......................................................................................... 69

11.4.1

Changing cutting knives .......................................................................................... 70

11.5

Retightening the wire cables – cutting bar .......................................................................... 72

11.6

Hydraulic system ................................................................................................................. 73

11.6.1

Markings on hydraulic hose lines ............................................................................ 73

11.6.2

Maintenance intervals ............................................................................................. 75

11.6.3

Inspection criteria for hydraulic hose lines .............................................................. 75

11.6.4

Installing and removing hydraulic hose lines .......................................................... 76

11.6.5

Basic control block .................................................................................................. 76

11.7

Extended downtime ............................................................................................................. 77

11.8

Tightening torques for bolt joints ......................................................................................... 78

12 Faults ................................................................................................................ 79

13 Important INFORMATION (GB)........................................................................ 81

Before commissioning ................................................................................................................... 81

13.1

Check suitability of the tractor ............................................................................................. 81

13.2

Calculation of the actual values .......................................................................................... 82

13.2.1

Required data ......................................................................................................... 82

13.2.2

Minimum ballasting of the tractor ............................................................................ 83

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13.2.3

Actual front axle load of the tractor .......................................................................... 83

13.2.4

Actual gross weight of the tractor and machine combination .................................. 83

13.2.5

Actual rear axle load of the tractor .......................................................................... 83

13.2.6

Load capacities of the tires mounted on the tractor ................................................ 83

13.2.7

Table 84

13.3

Requirements for the operation of tractors with trailed machines ....................................... 85

13.3.1

Combination possibilities of connecting and pulling equipment .............................. 85

13.3.2

Calculating the actual D

C

value for the combination to be coupled ......................... 86

14 Index .................................................................................................................. 87


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User information

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1.1

The chapter User information provides you with information on how to use this operating manual.

Purpose of this operating manual

This operating manual:

 describes how to operate, clean, service and repair the accessory equipment,

 provides important information on how to handle the accessory equipment in a safe and efficient way.

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.

1.2 Storing the operating manual

The operating manual is part of the accessory equipment.

This operating manual must, therefore:

 always be kept on the drawing vehicle,

 be stored for future reference.

This operating manual was passed on to the customer at the time the accessory equipment was purchased.

1.3 Locational information in this operating manual

All locational information in this operating manual is given in relation to the direction of travel.

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1.4 Illustrations used

Instructions for actions and responses

Actions that need to be carried out following a specific sequence are identified as numbered instructions for action.

Strictly adhere to this order. In certain cases, the response of the accessory equipment to the corresponding instruction for action will be marked with an arrow.

Example:

1. Instruction for action 1

→ Accessory equipment's response to instruction for action 1

1. Instruction for action 2

Lists

Unordered lists are displayed as lists with bullet points.

Example:

 item 1

 item 2

Item numbers in illustrations

Figures included in round brackets refer to the item numbers included in the adjoining illustration.

Example (1)



Item 1 in the adjoining illustration

1.5

Term

Terms used

third parties

Hazard

Manufacturer

Accessory equipment

Meaning

The term "third parties" refers to persons other than the operator.

A hazard is the source of a potential injury or damage to a person's health.

The term "manufacturer" refers to Bernard van Lengerich

Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG.

The term "accessory equipment" refers to V-LOAD Cutter Megastar silage block cutters.


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Safety instructions

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This chapter contains important information for the owner and the operator on how to operate the accessory equipment in a safe and trouble-free manner.

Observe all safety instructions provided in this operating manual!

Most accidents are caused due to a failure to observe the simplest of safety rules.

You help prevent accidents by observing all safety instructions provided in this operating manual.

2.1 Action-related safety instructions and important information

The operating manual contains action-related safety instructions and important information. Signal words and symbols are used to allow the reader to view action-related safety instructions and important information at a glance.

2.1.1 Action-related safety instructions

Action-related safety instructions:

 warn of hazards which may arise in a specific situation or in connection with a certain type of action,

 are printed immediately in front of the hazardous action described in the corresponding chapter,

 are marked by the triangular safety symbol and a preceding signal word. The signal word indicates the severity of the imminent danger.

DANGER DANGER indicates a situation of imminent danger that, unless avoided, carries a high risk of causing severe injury (loss of body parts or permanent damage) or death.

Failure to observe safety instructions marked with the

"DANGER" symbol may immediately result in severe injury or death.

WARNING WARNING indicates a situation of potential danger that, unless avoided, carries a moderate risk of causing severe injury or death.


"WARNING" symbol may potentially result in severe injury or death.

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CAUTION CAUTION indicates a situation of potential danger that, unless avoided, carries a low risk of causing minor or moderate injury or property damage.


"CAUTION" symbol may potentially result in minor or moderate injury or property damage.

2.1.2 Important information

Important information:

 provides instructions on how to handle the accessory equipment properly,

 provides tips on how to use the accessory equipment in the most efficient way possible,

 is marked by the adjacent symbols.

IMPORTANT indicates an obligation to behave or act in a particular way in order to handle the accessory equipment in the proper manner.

Failure to observe this information may lead to faults on the accessory equipment or its vicinity.

NOTICE indicates tips on proper use and information that is particularly helpful.

This information makes it possible to use all features of the accessory equipment in the most efficient way.


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2.2 Working in a safety-conscious manner

Your accessory equipment has been built in accordance with the state of the art and all recognized safety rules. Regardless, using the accessory equipment carries certain risks and may impair:

 the life and limb of the operator or third parties,

 the accessory equipment itself,

 other material assets.

Observe the following to ensure the operational safety of the accessory equipment:

 this operating manual, in particular:

 the general safety instructions,

 the action-related safety instructions,

 the instructions for action,

 the information on proper use.

 the warnings attached to the accessory equipment,

 all national, generally applicable regulations regarding safety and accident prevention as well as environmental protection,

 the national road traffic regulations during transport trips.

Do not operate the accessory equipment unless all of its safety features are in proper working order.

WARNING Risks of personal injury from crushing, cutting, entrapment, entanglement or impact if tractor and accessory equipment are not sufficiently roadworthy and safe to operate!

Check if tractor and accessory equipment are roadworthy and safe to operate every time before putting them into operation.

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2.3 Organizational measures

The operating manual:

 must always be stored at the location of the accessory equipment.

 must be freely accessible to operator and maintenance personnel at all times.

2.3.1 Responsibilities of the owner

The owner is required to:

 observe all national, generally applicable regulations regarding safety and accident prevention as well as environmental protection,

 limit work with / on the accessory equipment to personnel who:

 are familiar with all general safety and accident-prevention regulations,

 have been instructed in how to work with / on the accessory equipment,

 have read and understood this operating manual.

 keep all warnings attached to the accessory equipment legible at all times,

 replace damaged warnings,

 provide personnel entrusted with work with / on the accessory equipment with the necessary personnel protective equipment such as:

 safety goggles,

 work gloves according to DIN EN 388,

 safety shoes,

 protective suit,

 skin protection, etc.


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2.3.2 Responsibilities of the operator

Before commencing work, all personnel designated to work with / on the accessory equipment are required to:

 observe all national, generally applicable regulations regarding safety and accident prevention as well as environmental protection,



read and observe chapter "Safety instructions", starting on page 10 of this operating manual,



read chapter "Warnings and instructions", starting on page 28 of

this operating manual and observe it while operating the accessory equipment,

 become familiar with the accessory equipment,

 read the chapters in this operating manual that are essential for the execution of the work tasks they have been assigned.

If detecting that a fixture is no longer fully compliant with the safety regulations, the operator is required to remedy this defect immediately.

If the correction of a fault is not part of the operator's responsibilities or the operator lacks the necessary expertise, the operator must report the defect to his supervisor or the owner.

2.3.3 Qualification of the personnel

Work with / on the accessory equipment is limited to qualified and trained personnel. The operator must clearly define the responsibilities of the personnel with regard to operation, maintenance and repairs.

A person in training may only work with / on the accessory equipment when supervised by an experienced member of the personnel.

The operator may only perform the work described in this operating manual.

Work on the accessory equipment that requires professional expertise may only be performed by specialty workshops. Specialty workshops have the qualified personnel and suitable means (tools, lifting and supporting devices) that are necessary to perform the work in a professional and safe manner.

This applies to work:

 not described in this operating manual,

 that is identified as "work to be performed at a workshop" in this operating manual.

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Activity

Personnel Person specially trained to perform this activity

1)

Instructed person

2)

Person with professional training

(specialty workshop)

3)

Loading / transport

Commissioning

Setup, adjustment

Operation

Cleaning, maintenance and repairs

Troubleshooting

Disposal

Legend:

X

--

--

--

--

--

X

X permitted

X

X

X

X

X

X

--

- not permitted

X

X

X

X

X

X

--

1)

A person capable of assuming a specific task and completing this task for a company with the appropriate expertise.

2)

An instructed person is someone who is familiar with or has been trained in the tasks assigned to him and the potential dangers associated with improper conduct and has received instructions about the necessary safeguards and safety measures.

3)

Personnel who have undergone professional technical training are considered experts (specialists). These personnel are capable of assessing the tasks assigned to them and the potential dangers involved in their execution on account of their professional technical training and their familiarity with all applicable regulations.

Note: A qualification that is equivalent to professional technical training can be acquired by working in the respective field for several years.


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2.3.4 Intended use

The Silage Block Cutters of the V-LOAD Cutter Megastar series:

 are intended exclusively for cutting/removing silage blocks from horizontal silos, transporting and depositing silage blocks composed of any type of silage as well as feeding stuff commonly used in animal husbandry and whose content of dry substance makes up more than 30% of the overall mix.

 may only be mounted to an adequate vehicle (tractor, wheel/farmyard loader, telescopic loader) using a suitable fixture / holder (as a front or rear loader depending on the vehicle).

 may only be operated by one person from the driver's seat of the tractor.

2.3.5 Claims based on defects and liability

Claims based on defects and liability are excluded in cases of personal injury and property damage that can be attributed to one or several of the following causes:

Intended use also comprises:

 observing all information provided in this operating manual,

 performing all inspection and maintenance work,

 the exclusive use of original spare parts.

Improper use.



Improper installation, commissioning, operation and maintenance.



Operating the accessory equipment with defective, improperly mounted or non-operational safety devices and safeguards.



Failure to observe the operating manual with regard to transport, storage, installation, commissioning, operation, maintenance and setup.



Unauthorized structural modifications.



Insufficient monitoring of accessory equipment parts that are subject to wear.



Improperly performed repairs.



Natural disasters and force majeure.



Vandalism.

Damage resulting from improper use:

 is the sole responsibility of the owner,

 is not the responsibility of the manufacturer.

2.4

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2.5 Product safety

2.5.1 Safe operation of the accessory equipment


The accessory equipment may only be operated by a single person from the driver's seat on the tractor provided there is no one in the

work area of the accessory equipment. See chapter "Danger area / work area and hazard areas" in this regard, and observe page 20.

Reset all controls on the accessory equipment to the zero position before starting the tractor.

2.5.2 Safety devices and safeguards



The accessory equipment must not be operated unless all safety devices and safeguards have been properly fitted and are fully operational.

Faulty or missing safety devices and safeguards may lead to dangerous situations.



Check all safety devices and safeguards for obvious external damage and proper operation before putting the accessory equipment into operation.


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2.5.3 Structural modifications



Vehicles with an operating permit issued by an authority or fixtures and equipment connected to a vehicle for which an applicable operating permit or an approval for road travel in accordance with the traffic regulations is available must be in a condition that complies with the provisions of the corresponding permit or approval.



Do not subject the accessory equipment to any structural modifications nor any attachments or retrofitting unless you have the written permission of the manufacturer to do so.



In case of unauthorized structural modifications as well as unauthorized attachments and retrofitting:

 the Declaration of Conformity and the CE mark on the accessory equipment will become void,

 the operating permit in accordance with national and international regulations will become void.



Use only original spare parts or modification or accessory parts that have been approved by the manufacturer in order to ensure that:

 the Declaration of Conformity and the CE mark on the accessory equipment will remain valid,

 the operating permit in accordance with national and international regulations will remain valid,

 the accessory equipment remains fully operational.



The manufacturer does not accept any liability for damages caused by:

 unauthorized modifications of the accessory equipment,

 unapproved modification and accessory parts,

 welding and drilling operations on load-bearing sections of the accessory equipment.

DANGER

Dangerous situations may arise if load-bearing parts break as a result of mechanical work performed on sections of the frame!

These hazards may cause serious injury, including death.

The following is prohibited as a general rule:

 drilling on the accessory equipment

 drilling out holes already existing on the accessory equipment

 welding on load-bearing parts

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2.5.4 Replacement and wear parts as well as auxiliary supplies


Replace parts of the accessory equipment that are not in proper technical condition without delay or have them replaced immediately.

When doing so, use only original parts made or approved by the manufacturer in order to ensure that the operating permit, in accordance with national and international regulations, retains its validity.

When using replacement and wear parts made by third parties, you are not guaranteed that these parts are designed and constructed in a way that would ensure operational reliability and safety.

The manufacturer is not liable for any damage caused by using unapproved replacement and wear parts or auxiliary supplies.

2.5.5 Warranty and liability

Our "Terms of Sales and Delivery" apply as a general rule. The owner has received these terms no later than by the time the contract was concluded.

Warranty and liability claims are excluded in cases of personal injury and property damage that can be attributed to one or several of the following causes:



Improper use of the accessory equipment.



Improper installation, commissioning, operation and maintenance of the accessory equipment.



Operating the accessory equipment with defective safety devices or improperly mounted or non-operational safety devices and safeguards.



Failure to observe the information provided in the operating manual regarding commissioning, operation and maintenance.



Unauthorized structural modifications on the accessory equipment.



Insufficient monitoring of accessory equipment parts that are subject to wear.



Improperly performed repairs.



Natural disasters caused by the impact of foreign objects and force majeure.



Vandalism


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2.6 General safety instructions

General safety instructions:

 apply in general and are intended to ensure the safe operation of the accessory equipment,

 are summarized in the subchapters below.

2.6.1 Danger area / work area and hazard areas

The danger area is the area in and/or around the accessory equipment where dangerous situations may arise that will affect the health or safety of a person.

No one is allowed to stay inside the danger area:

 while the engine of the tractor is running with the hydraulic / electronic system connected,

 unless the tractor and the accessory equipment are secured from starting up inadvertently or rolling way.

Only if no one is inside the work area of the accessory equipment is the operator allowed to:

 move the accessory equipment,

 shift the moving components of the accessory equipment from the transport position to the work position and vice versa,

 power work tools.

The danger present in the work area arises from certain hazard areas.

These hazards are present at all times or may arise unexpectedly.

Hazard areas are marked by warnings attached to the accessory equipment. These warnings warn of existing residual hazards.

This operating manual contains action-related safety information that warn of existing residual hazards.

These hazards may arise from:

 the operating movements of the accessory equipment and its work tools,

 the inadvertent lowering of the raised accessory equipment / parts of the accessory equipment,

 the tractor starting up or rolling inadvertently.

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2.6.2 General information on safety and accident prevention




In addition to the safety information provided in this chapter, the general information on safety and accident prevention applicable in the respective country must be observed!



Wear the personal protective equipment that is required for the work with / on the accessory equipment!



Follow the warnings and instructions attached to the accessory equipment. These instructions provide the operator with important information on how to handle the accessory equipment in a safe and trouble-free manner!



In addition to the general safety information provided in the chapter, the action-related safety instructions laid out in the other chapters must be observed as well!



The operator is required to adapt his driving style in such a way that he is in full control of the tractor and the fitted accessory equipment at all times!

The factors to be considered in this regard are the driver's personal abilities, the road, traffic, visual and weather conditions, the driving characteristics of the tractor and the impact by the installed accessory equipment.



Keep everyone away from the immediate area of accessory equipment before moving the accessory equipment or putting it into operation! Pay particular attention to children!



Do not transport any person or object on the accessory equipment! Allowing persons to hitch a ride or transport objects on the accessory equipment is prohibited!


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Installing / removing the accessory equipment



Mount the accessory equipment only to suitable tractors!



Mount the accessory equipment properly to the designated fixtures!



When mounting the accessory equipment at the front and / or the rear of a tractor, do not exceed any of the following values:

 the permissible gross weight of the tractor,

 the permissible axle loads of the tractor,

 the permissible drawbar load on the coupling point of the tractor,

 the permissible load capacity of the tractor tires!



Before installing / removing the accessory equipment, switch off the tractor and secure it from starting up and rolling away inadvertently!



No one is allowed between the tractor and the accessory equipment while the tractor is moved up to the accessory equipment!

Any assistants present may only help the driver steer the tractor while standing next to the vehicles.



No one is allowed between tractor and accessory equipment while the three-point hydraulic system is being actuated!



Check all coupled supply lines.

Coupled supply lines:

 must easily yield without tension, kinking or friction when the vehicles negotiate curves,

 must not rub against / be in contact with foreign objects!



Always set down the uncoupled accessory equipment on a level and horizontal surface and ensure it is stable!



For this purpose, the cutting bar must be moved to its bottommost position.

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Using the accessory equipment

WARNING



Before starting to work, make yourself familiar with all devices and controls of the accessory equipment and the way they operate!

It will be too late to do so when work is underway.



Do not put the accessory equipment into operation unless all safeguards function properly and have been moved to their protective position!



All personnel are required to stay out of:

 the work / danger area of the accessory equipment,

 the turning and slewing range of the moving parts on the accessory equipment,

 from under raised and unsecured moving parts of the accessory equipment!



There are areas with a risk of being bruised or cut by the moving parts of the accessory equipment which are actuated by nonmuscular energy (e.g. hydraulic)!



Do not operate any parts of the accessory equipment that are actuated by non-muscular energy unless no one is in the work / danger area!



Before exiting the tractor, secure it against inadvertent start-up and rolling away!



Safely support raised parts of the accessory equipment before anyone accesses the area underneath the raised parts!


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Transporting the accessory equipment (regulations applicable to the tractor)



While traveling on public roadways, observe the road traffic regulations applicable in the respective country!



Before transporting equipment, verify:



That supply lines have been properly connected.



That a lighting beam is properly installed and connected if the lighting system of the tractor is covered by the mounted accessory equipment.



That the lighting system is free of damage and clean and operates properly.



That the hydraulic system does not show any obvious defects.



That the brake system functions properly!



Always ensure that the steering and braking capacity of the tractor are sufficient!

Accessory equipment as well as loads attached to the front or the rear of the tractor will affect the driving characteristics as well as the steering and braking capacity of the tractor.



Use counterweights as necessary!



The front axle of the tractor must be subjected to at least

20% of the tractor's unladen weight in order to ensure that the steerability of the tractor remains sufficient.



Always attach counterweights properly to the designated attachment points!



Always check the brake action before starting to drive! The tractor must generate the prescribed brake retardation for the combination of tractor and mounted accessory equipment!



When negotiating curves with the accessory equipment fitted, take the radius and the centrifugal mass of the accessory equipment into account! Avoid abrupt steering maneuvers, in particularly when driving up and down hills or along a slope!



Before making any transport trips, shift the moving parts of the accessory equipment to the transport position; when driving empty, move the cutting bar to the bottommost position to cover the supporting tines (10-15 cm below the fork tines).



Before making any transport trips, check whether the required transport equipment, e.g. lighting, warning devices and safeguards, is fitted correctly on the accessory equipment!

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2.6.3 Hydraulic system


WARNING The hydraulic system is under high pressure.



Verify that the hydraulic hose lines are connected properly!

WARNING



Before connecting hydraulic hose lines, make sure that the hydraulic system on the tractor and the accessory equipment has been depressurized!



Do not block any actuators on the tractor which are used to perform direct hydraulic movements of components, e.g. tipping, swinging and sliding!

The respective movement must stop automatically once the corresponding actuator is released.

This does not apply to the movements of devices:

 that are continuous,

 that are controlled automatically,

 that require a float position or pressurized position for operation.



Before working on the hydraulic system:

 set down the accessory equipment,

 secure raised moving parts of the accessory equipment from being lowered inadvertently,

 depressurize the hydraulic system,

 remove the accessory equipment or secure the tractor against inadvertent start-up or rolling away,

 have an expert verify the proper technical condition of hydraulic hose lines at least once a year!

WARNING



Never attempt to seal leaking hydraulic hose lines using your hand or fingers!

Fluids (hydraulic oil) escaping under high pressure may penetrate the skin and enter the body, resulting in severe injury.

Seek immediate medical attention if injury from hydraulic oil has occurred. Risk of infection!



Never use your bare hands to try and detect leaks on account of the risk of contracting a severe infection. Use suitable aids when trying to detect leaks (cleaning spray, special leak detection spray)!



Replace hydraulic hose lines when detecting obvious defects, damage and wear! Use only original hydraulic hose lines!



Do not use hydraulic hose lines for more than six years, including any storage time which must not exceed a period of two years!

Even if stored properly and only subjected to the permissible


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stress, hoses and hose connections are subject to natural aging, limiting their storage time and period of use. Other guidelines may apply to hoses and hose lines made of thermoplastics.

2.6.4 Electrical system

WARNING



Before performing any work on the electrical system of the tractor, pull the connecting plug from the electrical control panel.



If necessary, the accessory equipment can be equipped with components and parts whose operation can be affected by the electromagnetic radiation emitted from other devices. Such impact may result in personal injury unless the following safety information is observed:



After subsequently installing electrical devices or components on the accessory equipment including connection to the on-board supply system, the user must independently verify that the installation does not effect any faults of the vehicle's electronic system or other components,



Make sure that subsequently installed electrical or electronic components comply with the current revision of the EMC

Directive 2004/108/EC and bear the CE mark!

2.6.5 Mounted accessory equipment



Pay attention to the permissible options available for installing the accessory equipment on the tractor!

Use only tractor and accessory combinations that are permissible.



The permissible drawbar load of the connecting equipment of the tractor must be observed!



Always ensure that the steering and braking capacity of the tractor are sufficient!

Accessory equipment mounted on the tractor will affect the driving characteristics as well as the steering and braking capacity of the tractor.

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2.6.6 Cleaning, maintenance and repairs

WARNING




Secure the tractor against starting up and rolling away inadvertently before cleaning, servicing or repairing the accessory equipment!



Wait until all parts of the accessory equipment as well as any optional equipment have come to a complete standstill!



Any residual mechanical or hydraulic energy stored in the equipment may cause the accessory equipment to start moving inadvertently!

When servicing and repairing the accessory equipment, be aware of the existence of residual energy. Components containing residual energy are identified by warnings. For detailed information, refer to the corresponding chapters in this operating manual.



Secure all operating media such as compressed air and hydraulic oil against unintended start-up!



Secure the raised accessory equipment or any raised parts thereof from being lowered unintentionally before cleaning, servicing or repairing the accessory equipment!



Use suitable tools and wear protective gloves when changing tools with cutting edges!



Adhere to the prescribed intervals for cleaning, servicing and repairs!



Carefully attach and secure larger components using lifting devices before replacing them!



Regularly check if all bolt joints are firmly seated. When maintenance is complete, check if all safety devices and safeguards function properly!



Dispose of oils, greases and filters properly!



Properly handle and dispose of substances and materials used for cleaning the accessory equipment, in particular:

 when working on lubrication systems and lubrication equipment,

 when using solvents for cleaning!



Replacement parts must meet the minimum technical requirements specified by the manufacturer! Compliance is ensured by the use of original spare parts!



Observe the maintenance intervals applicable to wear parts!


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2.7 Warnings and instructions

The following information has been attached to the accessory equipment:



Warnings identify hazard areas on the accessory equipment and warn of hazards which may arise in a specific situation or in connection with a certain type of action.



Instructions contain information regarding the proper handling of the accessory equipment.

This information must be kept clean and in legible condition at all times! Replace information that has become illegible. Order warnings and instructions from your dealer by providing their order number.

2.7.1 Warnings

A warning is composed of 2 pictograms:

(1) pictogram used to describe the hazard

The pictogram is composed of an image illustrating the hazard and enclosed by a triangular safety symbol.

(2) pictogram intended to help avoid the hazard

The pictogram is composed of an image providing information on how to avoid the hazard.

Explanations regarding the warnings

The following lists contains:

 all warnings attached to the accessory equipment in the right column,

 in the left column, the following specifications regarding the warning shown on the right:

1. The order number.

2. Description of the hazard, e.g. "Crushing hazard for fingers or hands from movements of accessible, moving parts on the accessory equipment!"

3. The consequences of failing to observe the instruction(s) on how to avoid the hazard "This hazard may result in serious injury, including the loss of body parts."

4. The instruction(s) on how to avoid the hazard, e.g. "Never reach into the hazard area as long as the tractor engine is running with the hydraulic/electronic system attached. Ask all personnel to leave the work area of the accessory equipment before moving any parts of the accessory equipment."

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Order number and explanation

0072720

Read and follow the operating manual and the safety instructions before putting the accessory equipment into operation!

0072740

Risks from interventions on the accessory equipment including installation, setup, troubleshooting, cleaning, maintenance and repairs if the tractor starts up and rolls away inadvertently!

These hazards may cause serious injury, including death.



Switch off tractor and accessory equipment prior to all interventions on the accessory equipment and secure them against startup and rolling away (pull the key from the ignition, use chocks).



Read and follow the instructions regarding the specific intervention that are provided in the corresponding chapter of this operating manual.

0072736

Risk from hydraulic oil escaping under high pressure as a result of leaking hydraulic hose lines!

This hazard may result in severe injury, including death, if hydraulic oil escaping under high pressure penetrates the skin and enters the body.



Never attempt to seal leaking hydraulic hose lines using your hand or fingers.



Read and follow the instructions provided in the operating manual before servicing and mending hydraulic hoses.



Seek immediate medical attention if injury from hydraulic oil has occurred.



Warning

Pos 1

Pos 2

Pos 3

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0072723

Keep at a safe distance from electrical highvoltage lines!

While operating the accessory equipment, make absolutely sure that you keep at the necessary minimum distances from overhead power lines.

Rated voltage (KV) up to 1 above 1 - 110 above 110 - 220 above 220 - 380 unknown voltage

Minimum distance(m)

1

3

4

5

5

0072737

Crushing hazard!

Stay out from between the accessory equipment and the tractor during installation / removal as well as during operation!

Pos 4

Pos 5

0072743

Risk from limited driving stability or steerability of the tractor when the accessory equipment is fitted!

This hazard may cause serious injury, including death.

The driving stability and steerability of the tractor must be ensured at all times. Counterweights must be fitted on the tractor if necessary.

Pos 6

0072730

Crushing hazard for fingers or hands caused by accessible, moving parts of the accessory equipment!

This hazard may cause serious injury, including the loss of body parts.



There is a crushing hazard from moving the cutting bar up and down, actuating the hydraulic lifting frame, the hydraulic pushoff system and the hydraulic side shift.

Never reach into the danger area!



Ask all personnel to leave the work area of the accessory equipment before moving any parts of the accessory equipment.

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Pos 7


0072739

Risk from falling parts!

Staying underneath the raised, unsecured cutting bar is prohibited!

0072745

Staying in the danger area is only permitted with the safety support engaged!

These hazards may cause serious injury, including the loss of body parts.



Maintenance / repairs on the raised cutting bar require that you fit a safety support in order to prevent the cutting bar from being lowered. Otherwise, staying in the area underneath the raised cutting bar is prohibited.

0089592

Tool required to open the safeguard!

Opening and closing the locking mechanism on the safeguard requires the use of a wrench

(AF 13).



Do not open the safeguard while the drive motor is running!



Before you can open the safeguard, all parts of the accessory equipment must have come to a complete standstill.



The accessory equipment must not be put back into operation unless the safeguard is locked into place.

0072744

Risk of arms becoming entangled or caught as a result of running drives and drive elements!

These hazards may cause serious injury, including the loss of body parts.



Do not open or remove the safeguard while the motor is running! Do not reach into drives while they are running.



Never perform any cleaning, repairs or maintenance while the drive motor on the accessory equipment is running!



Pos 8

Pos 9

Pos 10

Pos 11

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0072735

Risks of cutting or amputating arms, hands or fingers caused by powered work tools!

Risk from sharp / moving cutting knives.

There is a risk of injury even at a standstill.

Pos 12

0090090

Risk from escaping fluids

Do not exceed the maximum hydraulic oil pressure of 200 bar.

Pos 13

2.7.2 Instructions

An instruction is composed of a pictogram:

(1) Pictogram contains information regarding the proper handling of the accessory equipment.

The pictogram contain information in an image or descriptive text or in a table.


0085203

Suspension point

This pictogram identifies attachment points for fastening lifting gear that can be used to load and unload the accessory equipment onto and from a load carrier.

Attach lifting gear only at the designated attachment points.

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Instruction

Pos 14



0072746

Operating instructions

Summary of important information on how to operate the silage block cutter.


Instruction

Important!

When in the transport position, move the cutting bar to the bottommost position.

Every time before putting the unit into operation, reset the actuators for the power lift of the tractor to the zero position.

The permissible operating pressure of the hydraulic system is 200 bar.

Set the upper link in such a way that the tips of the cutting bar do not touch the ground.

After finishing the cutting process, set the cutting bar immediately above the tines at a distance of 10-15 cm.

The silage unloader needs to be set down on a level, horizontal surface with the cutting bar / lifting frame lowered.

0072746

Pos 15


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2.7.3 Positioning of warnings and instructions

The following illustrations show the arrangement of warnings and instructions on the accessory equipment. Warnings shown on one side of the accessory equipment will also be found on the corresponding other side of the accessory equipment.

Fig. 2.7-1 and Fig. 2.7-2

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2.8


Risks resulting from failure to observe the safety instructions and warnings

Failure to observe the safety instructions and warnings may:

 result in personal injury as well as danger to the environment and the accessory equipment including:



Risk of personal injury on account of unprotected work areas,



Failure of important functions of the accessory equipment,



Failure of methods prescribed for maintenance and repairs,



Risk of personal injury from mechanical and chemical impact,



Danger to the environment due to hydraulic-oil leakage.

 result in the loss of any and all claims for damages.


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Loading and unloading

3

Loading and unloading

Loading and unloading using lifting devices

WARNING Risks of personal injury from crushing or impact may arise if the raised accessory equipment falls down unintentionally!



Use only the designated attachment points when fastening lifting gear for loading and unloading the accessory equipment by means of a lifting device.



Use suitable lifting gear capable of supporting the weight of the accessory equipment in a safe manner.



Stay out from under the lifting zone below the raised accessory equipment at all times.

There are attachment points on the accessory equipment that are labeled with the adjacent pictogram and can be used to attach lifting gear.

Loading and unloading using the tractor designated for operation with the accessory equipment

WARNING Risks of personal injury from uncontrolled movements of tractor and accessory equipment may arise if the stability of the tractor and its steerability and braking capacity are insufficient!



Mount the accessory equipment properly and in accordance with the operating manual to the tractor before loading or unloading the accessory equipment onto and from a transport vehicle.



Prior to loading and unloading the accessory equipment, only mount the accessory equipment to a tractor / have it transported by a tractor which meets the necessary capacity requirements.



Stay out from under the lifting zone below the raised accessory equipment at all times.

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Product description

4

4.1


This chapter contains:

 comprehensive information on the design of the accessory equipment,

 the designations of the individual components and actuators.

If possible, read this chapter while directly at the accessory equipment. This is the best way for the operator to become familiar with the accessory equipment.

The silage block cutters of the TopStar Plus series are mainly composed of a frame, fork tines for carrying the silage block, a cutting bar fitted with hydraulically powered cutting knives that are used to cut the silage block and a mechanical or hydraulic push-off system for setting down the cut silage block. It can also be equipped with a hydraulic side shift and a lifting frame which, respectively, make it easier to unload the silage block and allow for greater unloading heights.

Overview – V-LOAD Cutter V-LOAD Cutter Megastar, standard model

1

2

5

3

4

8

6

9

7

Fig. 4.1-1

(1) Frame

(2) Slide rail

(3) Cutting bar

(4) Cutting knives (front)

(5) Hydraulic cylinder (cutting bar drive)

10

(6) Mechanical push-off system (rear installation)

(7) Fork tines

(8) Hydraulic cylinder (cutting knife drive)

(9) Cutting knives (side)

(10) Hydraulic cylinder (drive – front cutting knives)


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4.2 Safety devices and safeguards

This chapter describes the arrangement of the safeguards when correctly installed and moved to their safety position.

WARNING Risks of personal injury from crushing, entanglement and catching may arise when moving parts of the accessory equipment are unprotected during operation!



Do not put the accessory equipment into operation unless the safeguards are installed completely and fully operational.



Replace defective safeguards immediately with new ones.

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4.3 Supply lines between tractor and accessory equipment

(1) Hydraulic connection "Flow" DN 15 red

(2) Hydraulic connection "Return" DN 15 blue

(3) Power supply to the control panel, 3-pin

Lighting connection, 7-pin

(optional lighting beam)

3

4

1

2

Fig. 4.3-1

4.4 Type plate and CE mark

The illustrations below show the arrangement of type plate, accessory equipment number and CE mark.

The entire identification constitutes a legal document and may not be altered or disfigured beyond recognition.

(1) Type plate and CE mark

(2) Accessory equipment number

(stamped into the frame)

1

2

Fig. 4.4-1

Specified on the type plate are:



Manufacturer



Type



Machine no.



Year of manufacture

Fig. 4.4-2


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4.5 Technical data

4.5.1 Silage block cutter V-LOAD Cutter Megastar 110-195

Type

Capacity [m³]

Overall width [mm]:

Overall depth [mm]:

Overall height [mm]:

Block dimensions

Width [mm]:

Depth [mm]:

Height [mm]:

Max. unloading height depending on the tractor

[mm]

Weight [kg]

Number of tines [units]

Hydraulic lifting device

[mm]

Electrics

Hydraulics:

 maximum permissible operating pressure

 necessary oil volume flow rate

 maximum permissible oil volume flow rate

 required hydraulic connections

Permanent sound pressure level

Operating fluids:

 hydraulic oil

 lubrication grease

Standard equipment

110

1.65

2,000

1,250

1,920

1,850

800

1,100

1,600

540

11

V-LOAD Cutter Megastar 110

110 H 1.20 110 H 1.70

1.65

2,000

1,420

2,280

1.65

2,000

1,420

2280

1,850

800

1,100

2,600

705

11

1,200

12 Volt DC

735

11

1,700

200 bar

1,850

800

1,100

3,100

25 liters / min

45 liters / min

1x single-acting control unit with free return flow or 1x double-acting control unit below 70 dB(A)

ISO VG 46, HLP, DIN 51524 T2

BvL Farm Grease Item: 97905

Basic control unit, single or double-acting depending on the model

Length of connecting hose 1.30 m

Mechanical push-off system (for rear-mounted device only)

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Type

Capacity [m³]

Overall width [mm]:

Overall depth [mm]:


Block dimensions

Width [mm]:

Depth [mm]:

Height [mm]:


[mm]

Weight [kg]



[mm]

Electrics

Hydraulics:






Operating fluids:

 hydraulic oil



145

2.15

2,000

1,250

2,280

1,850

800

1,450

1,950

585

11


145 H 1.20

2.15

2,000

1,420

2,280

145 H 1.70

2.15

2,000

1,420

2,730

1,850

800

1,450

1,850

800

1,450

2,950 3,450

730

11

760

11

1,200

12 Volt DC

1,700

200 bar

25 liters / min

45 liters / min








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Type

Capacity [m³]

Overall width [mm]:

Overall depth [mm]:


Block dimensions

Width [mm]:

Depth [mm]:

Height [mm]:


[mm]

Weight [kg]



[mm]

Electrics

Hydraulics:






Operating fluids:

 hydraulic oil



170

2.55

2,000

1,250

2,520

1,850

800

1,700

2,200

610

11


170 H 1.20

2.55

2,000

1,420

2,520

1,850

800

1,700

3,200

775

11

1,200

12 Volt DC

200 bar

25 liters / min

45 liters / min







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Type

Capacity [m³]

Overall width [mm]:

Overall depth [mm]:


Block dimensions

Width [mm]:

Depth [mm]:

Height [mm]:


[mm]

Weight [kg]



[mm]

Electrics

Hydraulics:






Operating fluids:

 hydraulic oil



195

2.95

2,000

1,300

2,800

1,850

800

1,950

2,450

640

11


195 H 1.20

2.95

2,000

1,500

2,800

1,850

800

1,950

3,450

815

11

1,200

12 Volt DC

200 bar

25 liters / min

45 liters / min








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4.5.2 Information on noise generation

4.6 Conformity

The emission value (sound pressure value) generated at the workplace and measured at the ear of the tractor's driver during operation with the cab closed is below 70 dB(A).

The sound pressure level essentially varies with the tractor that is used.

The manufacturer confirms that the accessory equipment conforms to all general health and safety requirements:

 by issuing the Declaration of Conformity,

 by attaching the CE mark to the accessory equipment.

In case of unauthorized structural modifications as well as unauthorized attachments and retrofitting:

 the Declaration of Conformity and the CE mark on the accessory equipment will become void,

 the manufacturer will not accept any warranty and liability claims as a result of personal injury and property damage,

 the operator will assume responsibility.

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4.7 Necessary equipment on the tractor

The accessory equipment cannot be operated as intended unless the tractor used satisfies the following requirements:

Engine capacity of the tractor

For the necessary power requirement, see chapter "Technical data", starting on page 40.

Electrics

Battery voltage: 

12 V (volts)

Power socket for lighting

(lighting beam):



7-pin

Power socket for control panel 

3-pin (DIN 9680)

Hydraulics



Check the compatibility of the hydraulic oil before connecting the accessory equipment to the hydraulic system of the tractor.



Do not mix mineral oils with organic oils.

Maximum operating pressure: 

200 bar

Pump capacity of the tractor: 

Minimum of 25 l/min and maximum of 45 l/min at a maximum of

200 bar

Hydraulic oil: 

Hydraulic oil HLP 46

Some hydraulic components can be coupled to either:

 a double-acting control unit,

 a single-acting control unit with free return flow installed directly in the hydraulic oil tank of the tractor.

We recommend using a single-acting control unit with free return flow.

The free return flow allows the hydraulic oil to flow back into the hydraulic oil tank of the tractor without any return pressure. A free return flow, consequently, reduces the degree to which the hydraulic oil will heat up.

The hydraulic hose lines are color-coded at the hydraulic plugs:

 pressure lines (flow P) are marked red,

 return lines (return T) are marked blue.

Use protective dust caps to prevent dirt from entering uncoupled hydraulic connections and penetrating the hydraulic system.


Operation via control panel (standard equipment)

Required control units Either:



1 double-acting control unit or



1 single-acting control unit and

1 return that is pressure-less (return pressure in the return no more than 5 bar)

Direct operation via tractor control units (special equipment)

Hydraulic components: Required control units:

 hydraulic push-off system



1 double-acting control unit



Side shift






Upper link



Lifting frame






1 single-acting control unit or




Mirrors

The tractor used must be equipped with mirrors to allow the driver to have a clear view on both sides of the accessory equipment from his tractor's seat.

Lighting system – lighting beam

If covered by the fitted V-LOAD Cutter Megastar silage block cutter, the tractor's lighting system must be supplemented by an additional lighting beam (available as optional equipment) during travel on public roadways.

Make sure to install the lighting beam at the prescribed height and, if necessary, raise the accessory equipment with the lighting beam fitted.

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5

Design and function

5.1

The following chapter contains information about the design of the accessory equipment and the function of its individual components.

Some illustrations show the accessory fitted with special equipment.

Special equipment (options) are marked in this operating manual and available for an extra price.

Control panel – electronic

The optional electronic control panel allows the operator to control the hydraulic functions of the accessory equipment from the tractor seat when the oil circuit between tractor and accessory equipment is switched on.

The control panel:

 is located on the tractor in view and within reach of the operator,

 must be connected to the tractor's power supply (12V) and the control block of the accessory equipment using the 3-pin plug

(DIN 9680),

 has a rotary switch offering 3 switching positions to control the hydraulic functions. Function I (left position), neutral position

(center position), function II (right position).

If the accessory equipment is taken out of operation for an extended period, switch off the power supply to the control panel. If switched on, the consumers of the accessory equipment may otherwise drain the tractor's battery.

A dismounted control unit should be stored in a dry and clean location.

The rate at which the hydraulic functions are actuated varies with the hydraulic system of the tractor.

Depending on the tractor type:

 correcting the preset rate of actuation on the control block may be necessary

The accessory equipment may be fitted with different control panels depending on the model shipped. The illustrations below show the possible switching functions including symbol and meaning.

5.1.1 Switching the control panel on/off

Symbol

Position of the main switch

ON

OFF

Control panel green indicator light on green indicator light off


5.1.2 Possible switching functions of the control panel

Symbol Switch position left

Switch position center

Switch position right

Lower cutting bar

Cut silage block

Neutral position

Cutting bar stops at current position

Lower cutting bar

Extend hydraulic pushoff system

Neutral position

Push-off system stops at current position

Retract hydraulic push-off system

Hydraulic side shift left

Neutral position

Side shift stops at current position

Hydraulic side shift right

Extend hydraulic upper link

Neutral position

Upper link stops at current position

Retract hydraulic upper link

Lower lifting frame

Neutral position

Lifting frame stops at current position

Raise lifting frame

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5.2 Hydraulic system

Standard equipment: Operating via control panel

All hydraulic functions of the accessory equipment are controlled using the control panel (control panel with Bowden cables or electronic control panel). Operation requires that all individual hydraulic components of the accessory equipment be connected to the control block of the accessory equipment.

The hydraulic system of the accessory equipment is ready for operation when:

 the hydraulic system of the accessory equipment is linked to the hydraulic system of the tractor and

 the oil circuit between tractor and accessory equipment is switched on via the control unit on the tractor.

For information on the required control units, refer to page 2.

Special equipment: Direct operation via tractor control units

All hydraulic functions of the accessory equipment are operated directly using the control units of the tractor. To supply them with oil, the individual hydraulic components of the accessory equipment are linked directly to the control units of the tractor's hydraulic system. For information on the required control units, refer to page 45.

WARNING Risks of personal injury from burns, malfunctions and hydraulic oil exiting under high pressure may arise if the capacity of the tractor's hydraulic pump is higher than permitted.

The maximum capacity of the tractor's hydraulic pump must be limited to 45 l/min.

5.3 Hydraulic hose lines

WARNING Risks to a person's health from infections may arise if hydraulic oil escapes under high pressure and enters the body!

Before coupling and uncoupling the hydraulic hose lines, make sure that the hydraulic system on the tractor and the accessory equipment has been depressurized. Always set the actuators on the tractor's control unit to the float (zero) position.

Seek immediate medical attention if injury from hydraulic oil has occurred! Risk of infection!

Supply with hydraulic oil requires that the accessory equipment be linked to the hydraulic system of the tractor using its hydraulic hose lines.


5.4 Operating the hydraulic control block (using the control panel)

The control panel is used to transmit the control commands of the accessory equipment to the hydraulic control block which, in turn, will switch the associated hydraulic functions of the accessory equipment.

Most functions are executed using pushbuttons, i.e. a function will be performed for as long as the switch is kept in the switch position.

When released, the button will return to the neutral position and stop the function.

A few functions require the use of a latched pushbutton (functions that need to be performed constantly), i.e. a function will be performed until the switch is returned to the neutral position. When released, the button will remain in the switch position, continuing to execute the function accordingly.

5.4.1 Electrohydraulic control block

(1) Basic control block – drives for knives and cutting frame, including supply and control lines

(2) Connection – pressure line P

(3) Connection – return line T

(4) Intermediate plate with directional seat valves for basic control block actuation

(5) Intermediate plate with directional seat valves for lifting frame actuation

Additional intermediate plates with directional seat valves available, for instance, to actuate the push-off system, the side shift, etc

(6) Connector socket for control panel

1

4

5

2

Fig. 5.4-1

6

3

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5.5

5.6

5.7

5.8

Fork tines

The accessory equipment is equipped with 11 fork tines which can be replaced individually and are housed in the tine sleeves at the bottom of the frame. These tines are used to penetrate the clamp and extract the silage block.



Check the tines before starting to work. Do not use the fork tines if they are bent or have become loose.



Defective tines need to be replaced

Cutting bar

The accessory equipment is fitted with a cutting bar which allows it to cut the silage block. Mounted on the lower edge of the cutting bar are knives which sever the silage block from the clamp when the cutting bar is lowered. A pulley system powered by a hydraulic cylinder is used to move the cutting bar.

Cutting knives

The cutting bar is equipped with one stationary and one moving cutting knife each on the long front side and the two sides which allow the cutting bar to cut the silage block. The moving knives are powered by a hydraulic cylinder which is mounted at the center on the front side of the cutting bar.



Check the cutting knives before starting to work. Do not use the cutting knives if they are bent / worn out.



Clean and sharpen the cutting knives regularly.



Stationary and moving cutting knives must be in contact with one another along the entire length of the unit. There must not be a gap between them which may allow silage to settle between the knives and the interior of the cutting bar while the silage is being cut.



Defective cutting knives need to be replaced

Push-off system

– mechanical

The accessory equipment is fitted with a mechanical push-off system (standard equipment for rear installation) which is used to set down the cut silage block.

Spring tension is used to tighten the push-off system while the fork tines penetrate the clamp, thereby making it easier to set down the cut silage block.

Fig. 5.8-1

5.9 Push-off system – hydraulic

The accessory equipment can also be equipped with a hydraulic push-off system, allowing for a smoother deposit of the silage block. When actuating the hydraulic push-off system manually, the operator can control its thrust more accurately than the thrust of the mechanical push-off system. Also, the thrust of the hydraulic pushoff system is greater on account of its hydraulic drive.

The operator uses the control panel to extend and retract the pushoff system.

Fig. 5.9-1


5.10 Lifting frame

There is an option to equip the accessory equipment with a hydraulic lifting frame. The lifting frame increases the unloading height of the silage blocks.

The operator uses the control panel to raise and lower the lifting frame.

Fig. 5.10-1

5.11 Side shift

Special equipment: There is an option to equip the accessory equipment with a hydraulic side shift. The sift shift allows the operator to extract silage blocks in a smoother, more exact fashion.

The operator is not required to drive up precisely to the clamp, but can set the exact extraction position of the silage block by shifting the accessory equipment along the right or the left side of the machine.

The operator uses the control panel to operate the side shift.

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Commissioning

This chapter contains information on how to:

 put the accessory equipment into operation,

 check if the accessory equipment can be mounted to the tractor.



Before putting the accessory equipment into operation, the operator is required to have read and understood the operating manual.



The operator needs to check if tractor and accessory equipment are roadworthy and safe to operate every time before putting them into operation.



When putting the accessory equipment into operation, observe the additional information provided in the following chapters:



"Responsibilities of the operator", on page 14,



"Qualification of the personnel", on page 14,



"General safety instructions", on page 20,



"Warnings and instructions", on page 28.

Observing this chapter allows the operator and any third party to operate the accessory equipment in a safe and trouble-free manner and increases the service life of the accessory equipment.



Mount the accessory equipment only to a suitable tractor.



When traveling on public roadways, tractor and accessory equipment need to comply with all national traffic regulations.



Compliance with national traffic regulations is the responsibility of the vehicle owner (the owner) and the driver (the operator).



Also observe the information given in chapter "Cleaning, maintenance and repairs", starting on page 66.

WARNING

WARNING

Risks of personal injury from crushing, shearing, cutting, entanglement and catching may arise if actuators used to operate hydraulic or electrical components are jammed!

Do not block any actuators on the tractor which are used to perform direct hydraulic or electrical movements of components, e.g. tipping, swinging and sliding.

The respective movement must stop automatically once the corresponding actuator is released.

This does not apply to the movements of devices:

 operating continuously as part of constant consumers,

 that are controlled automatically,

 that require a float position or pressurized position for operation.

Dangerous situations to individuals may arise if the driver cannot view the work area of the accessory equipment in its entirety from the tractor!

Equip the tractor with mirrors if necessary. It must be possible for the driver to view the entire work area including the sides of the accessory equipment from the tractor's seat.

Commissioning

6.1 Securing the tractor against unintended start-up and rolling away

The accessory equipment including any of its optional equipment is mounted to a tractor and powered by the tractor's hydraulic system. It is, therefore, necessary to secure the tractor against inadvertent startup and rolling away before any work is performed on the mounted accessory equipment or any of its optional equipment.

Proceed as follows for this purpose:

1. Move all actuators of the control panel to the neutral position.

2. Switch off the tractor, pull the key from the ignition and store it on your person to prevent inadvertent start-up.

3. Engage the tractor's parking brake and secure the tractor against rolling away using chocks if necessary.

6.2 Checking the operation of the accessory equipment

Check if the accessory equipment is fully operational before putting the accessory equipment into operation for the first time and every time before starting to work:

1. Hitch the accessory equipment to the tractor.

2. Make sure the accessory equipment is lubricated in accordance

with the lubrication chart, see chapter "Lubricating", starting on the page 68.

4. Make sure that no one is inside the work area, start the tractor and check all functions of the accessory equipment before cutting the first silage block:

4.1 Raise / lower cutting bar.

4.2 Extend / retract hydraulic push-off system (option).

4.3 Move hydraulic side shift to the left / right before returning it to the center position (option).

4.4 Raise and lower hydraulic lifting frame (option).

4.5 Extend / retract hydraulic upper link (option).

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Mounting / removing the accessory equipment



When mounting / removing the accessory equipment, observe

the additional information provided in chapter "General safety

instructions", page 20.



Check the accessory equipment for any obvious defects every time you mount / remove the accessory equipment! Observe

chapter "Responsibilities of the operator", page 14 in this regard.

WARNING

7.1 Mounting the accessory equipment ‎

WARNING Dangerous situations may arise from improper use of the tractor if the fitted accessory equipment causes the tractor to become unstable or to no longer steer and brake properly!

Mount the accessory equipment only to suitable tractors. See chapter

"Necessary equipment on the tractor", page 45.

WARNING

Risks of personal injury from crushing may arise if the tractor starts up and rolls away inadvertently while the accessory equipment is being mounted / removed!

Secure the tractor against unintended start-up and rolling away before anyone enters the danger area between tractor and accessory equipment during the installation / removal of the accessory

equipment. See the information starting on page 55 in this regard.

Risks of personal injury from crushing and impact may arise if individuals are situated between tractor and accessory equipment while the accessory equipment is being mounted!

Ask anyone in the danger area between the tractor and accessory equipment to leave before the accessory equipment is extended.

Any assistants present may only help the driver steer the tractor while standing next to tractor and accessory equipment.

WARNING Risks of personal injury from crushing, cutting, entrapment, entanglement and impact may arise if the accessory equipment detaches from the tractor by accident!



Do not exceed the maximum permissible drawbar loads and axle loads of the tractor.



Use and secure the designated devices used to link tractor and accessory equipment as intended.

WARNING Risks of personal injury from crushing and impact may arise if the accessory equipment starts moving unexpectedly while fitted to the tractor!



The accessory equipment must be mounted in such a way that it cannot shift to the sides too vehemently.


WARNING Risks to personal safety may arise if the power supply between tractor and accessory equipment fails as a result of damaged supply lines!

When coupling the supply lines, check the way they are routed. The supply lines:

 must easily yield without tension, kinking, compression or friction when the vehicles negotiate curves.

 must not rub against / be in contact with foreign objects.

Replace lines that are worn out or defective.

Always check the accessory equipment for obvious defects during

installation. Observe chapter "Responsibilities of the operator", page 14 in this regard.

1. Make sure that no one is inside the work area before starting the tractor.

2. Aligning it with the accessory equipment, drive the tractor up to the accessory equipment and stop approx. 50 in front of it.

3. Pick the accessory equipment up with the tractor (front or rear installation). Secure the fastening bolts using spring cotter pins.

2. Switch off the tractor and secure it against inadvertent start-up and rolling away.

3. Couple the hydraulic hose lines, see chapter "Coupling the hydraulic hose lines" starting on page 58.

4. Insert and connect the control panel in the holder on the tractor,

see also chapter "Design and function", page 47.

5. If the lighting system of the tractor is covered during travel on public roadways, install and connect the lighting beam and check it for proper operation.

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Fig. 7.1-1


7.2 Removing the accessory equipment ‎

WARNING Risks of personal injury from crushing, cutting, entrapment and impact may arise if the dismounted accessory equipment is not sufficiently stable!



Set the empty accessory equipment including its fully lowered cutting bar down on a level, horizontal and solid subsurface.

When removing the accessory equipment, always make sure there is enough clearance in front of the accessory equipment to allow the tractor to line up with and drive up to the accessory equipment the next time the equipment is mounted.

Always check the accessory equipment for obvious defects while

removing it. Observe chapter "Responsibilities of the operator", page 14.

1. Drive the tractor with the accessory equipment to the designated deposit area.

2. Move the side shift (option) to the center position.

3. Move the lifting frame (option) to the bottommost position.

4. Lower the cutting bar to its bottommost position.

5. Lower the accessory equipment until it rests horizontally on the ground.


7. Remove the lighting beam if it is fitted.

8. Uncouple the hydraulic hose lines, see chapter "Uncoupling the hydraulic hose lines" starting on page 59.

9. Remove the control panel:

9.1 Disconnect the control panel power supply.

9.2 Take the control panel out of the holder (tractor) and store it in a dry, clean location or slide it into the designated holder on the accessory equipment.

10. Loosen the fasteners (e.g. plug-in bolts with spring cotter pins) on the accessory equipment and disconnect the accessory equipment from the tractor. Next, reattach the fasteners on the accessory equipment.

10. Make sure that no one is inside the work area before starting the tractor and pulling forward.


7.3 Coupling the hydraulic hose lines

WARNING Risks of personal injury from crushing, cutting, entrapment, entanglement and impact if malfunctions occur as a result of incorrectly connected hydraulic hose lines!



When coupling the hydraulic hose lines, pay attention to the marks on the hydraulic plugs.



Check the assignment of the hydraulic hose lines on the control block of the accessory equipment if the colored marks (dust caps) are missing:



P = pressure line



T = return line


Before coupling the hydraulic hose lines, make sure that the hydraulic system on the tractor and the accessory equipment has been depressurized. Always set the actuators on the tractor's control unit to the neutral position.




Check the compatibility of the hydraulic oil before connecting the accessory equipment to the hydraulic system of the tractor.



Never mix mineral oils with organic oils!



Never exceed the hydraulic system's maximum permissible operating pressure of 200 bar.



Couple only clean hydraulic plugs to clean hydraulic sockets.



Make sure not to allow oil to enter the environment when coupling and uncoupling the hydraulic hose lines.



Slide the hydraulic plug into the hydraulic socket until you feel the hydraulic plug lock into place.



Check if the coupling points on the hydraulic hose lines are seated correctly and tightly.



Coupled hydraulic hose lines:

 must easily yield when moved without tension, kinking or friction,

 must not rub against / be in contact with foreign objects.

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1. Always set the actuator levers / switches on the tractor's control unit to the float

(neutral) position.

2. Remove the dust caps from the hydraulic plugs and the hydraulic sockets.

3. If necessary, clean the hydraulic plugs of the hydraulic hose lines as well as the hydraulic sockets before coupling them to one another. Make sure that no dirt can enter the hydraulic system!

4. Couple the plugs of the hydraulic hose lines to the hydraulic sockets. You need to feel the plugs lock into place

4.1 Return line (blue dust cap) to the return (T).

4.2 Pressure line (red dust cap) to the flow (P).

7.4

Fig. 7.3-1

Uncoupling the hydraulic hose lines


Before uncoupling the hydraulic hose lines, make sure that the hydraulic system on the tractor and the accessory equipment has been depressurized. Always set the actuators on the tractor's control unit to the neutral position.


1. Always set the actuator levers / switches on the tractor's control unit to the neutral position.

2. Release the hydraulic plugs and pull them out of the hydraulic sockets.

3. Use the protective dust caps to protect the hydraulic plugs and hydraulic sockets against dirt.

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Settings

Settings

WARNING

While performing work to set up the equipment, also follow the information provided in the following chapters:







Observe this information for your own safety.

Risks of personal injury from crushing, shearing, cutting, amputation, entrapment, winding up, entanglement, catching and impact may arise from work performed to adjust the accessory equipment:

 if powered work tools are not switched off.

 if hydraulic functions are performed or work tools or parts of the accessory equipment are actuated by accident while the accessory equipment is being mounted to the tractor and while the tractor engine running.

 if the tractor starts up and rolls away inadvertently.

Secure the tractor against inadvertent start-up and rolling away before allowing anyone to adjust the accessory equipment

mounted to the tractor; see page 54 in this regard.

 if raised parts of the accessory equipment are lowered without intention.

Raised parts (e.g. cutting bar) of the accessory equipment need to be secured against accidental lowering (e.g. using a safety support).



The danger area of the accessory equipment may only be entered after all parts of the accessory equipment have come to a complete standstill.

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8.1 Adjusting the pressure relief valve

DANGER Risks of cutting or amputation may arise during adjustments of the pressure relief valve while the sharp cutting knives are running!

These risks may result in cutting injuries, in particular on hands and fingers.



Use particular care and caution when adjusting the pressure relief valve as this work is performed with the hydraulic oil circuit switched on and, as a result thereof, while the cutting bar is being actuated and the cutting knives are running!

Adjusting the pressure relief valve (DBV) allows the operator to adapt the operating pressure of the accessory equipment to the corresponding tractor used. The DBV has been set to 155 bar at the factory based on an assumed maximum tractor pressure of

170 bar.

Adjust the DBV as follows in case of deviations:

1. Mount the accessory equipment to the tractor and lower the cutting bar into the lower end position.

The knives are powered and moving.

4. Loosen the lock nut of the adjusting screw (1).

5. Screw in the adjusting screw (1) until the knives come to a standstill. The pressure relief valve of the tractor trips.

6. Loosen the adjusting screw (1) by ¼ to ½ turn (corresponds to approx. 15 bar) until the knives run again correctly.

7. Retighten the lock nut of the adjusting screw (1).

8. Check the pressure in the pressure line using a pressure gage.

Fig. 8.1-1

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Transport trips

Transport trips

A transport trip is a journey to and from the location where the accessory equipment is used while loaded or unloaded.



Also observe the information given regarding transport trips in

chapter "General safety instructions", starting on page 20.



Make sure not to lose any parts of the load during transport.

WARNING Risks of personal injury from crushing, catching or impact may arise if tractor and accessory equipment tip over as a result of insufficient stability!

Adapt your driving style in such a way that you remain in full control of tractor and mounted accessory equipment at all times:



The factors to be considered in this regard are the driver's personal abilities and the conditions of the road, curves, and traffic as well as visual and weather conditions, the driving characteristics of the tractor and the impact by the installed accessory equipment.



Never negotiate narrow curves at excess driving speeds.



Avoid abrupt steering maneuvers when driving on slopes along the slope and the layer line (tip-over hazard!).

WARNING Risks of personal injury may arise if hydraulic functions are performed inadvertently during transport trips!

Prior to transport trips:

 switch off the control panel,

 switch off the oil circuit between tractor and accessory equipment.

WARNING Risks of personal injury from entanglement, catching or impact may arise if parts of the accessory equipment move out of the transport position by accident when pivoted during transport!

Prior to transport trips:

 lock pivoting parts of the accessory equipment when in the transport position,

 check if pivoting parts of the accessory equipment are locked in place when in the transport position.

WARNING Risks of personal injury from improper use of the tractor may arise if the malfunction of components, insufficient stability and insufficient ability of the tractor to steer and brake occur as a result!

The maximum payload of the mounted accessory equipment and the permissible axle and drawbar loads of the tractor must be observed.

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WARNING Danger of falling when hitching a ride on the accessory equipment!

Hitching a ride on the accessory equipment is prohibited.

Never use the accessory equipment as a lifting platform for individuals.

1. Do not lift up the accessory equipment higher than necessary.

When using a telescopic loader, retract the telescopic arm completely.

2. Lower the hydraulic lifting frame (option).

3. Move the hydraulic side shift (option) to the center position.

4. When driving without loads, move the cutting bar to the bottommost position in order to cover the fork tines.

While driving with a loaded silage block, set the cutting bar

10-15 cm above the fork tines.

5. Switch off the oil circuit between tractor and accessory equipment and the control panel in order to prevent the accessory equipment from being operated by accident during travel.

6. If the lighting system of the tractor is covered by the accessory equipment, a lighting beam must be fitted to the accessory equipment and connected to the tractor prior to travel on public roadways. Check the lighting beam for proper operation.

2. When traveling with a loaded silage block, drive slowly in order not to lose any portion of the load and to protect the silage block against deformation. Avoid abrupt steering maneuvers as well as sudden start and braking.


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When using the accessory equipment, observe the additional information provided in the following chapters:













Observing this chapter ensures the safety of the operator and any third party.

WARNING Risks of personal injury from crushing, entanglement and catching may arise if the accessory equipment is operated with drive elements that are unprotected!

Do not operate the accessory equipment unless all safeguards have been properly fitted.

WARNING Risks of personal injury from component failure if the accessory equipment is operated with an excessive hydraulic oil pressure!

Observe the maximum permissible hydraulic oil pressure of the accessory equipment before starting up the tractor.

10.1 Removing, transporting and setting down the silage block

WARNING Risks of personal injury from being crushing, shearing, cutting, amputation, entrapment, winding up, entanglement, and catching if:

 raised, unsecured parts of the accessory equipment, e.g. the cutting bar, come down or are lowered by accident.

Before work may be performed in the area below raised parts of the accessory equipment, the corresponding parts need to be secured against being lowered inadvertently.

 the tractor starts up and rolls away by accident during work on the accessory equipment.

Switch off the tractor and secure it against inadvertent start-up and rolling away.



The accessory equipment including all optional extensions must have come to a complete standstill before the danger area of the accessory equipment may be entered.

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10.1.1 Cutting and transporting the silage block

Fig. 10.1-1

1. Retract the hydraulic push-off system (option) all the way.

2. The hydraulic side shift (option) and the lifting frame (option) make it possible to define the unloading position precisely.

3. Slide the tines of the silage block cutter into the clamp at a horizontal angle and, if possible, covering the entire depth of the block.

The cutting bar must be above the top edge of the clamp during these movement!

4. To cut out the silage block, move the cutting bar to the lower end position. While cutting the silage block, you should use two sides of the cutting bar if possible (the longer side and one of the shorter sides).

If installed, the silage cat will move down onto the silage block, acting as a holding-down device that allows for easier transport.

5. When the cutting process is complete, move up the cutting bar to a position 10-15 cm above the tines and remove the silage block using the three-point hydraulic system / the hydraulic upper link / the lifting frame.

6. When transporting the silage block, do not raise it higher than necessary.

Prior to a transport trip, lower the lifting frame (option) and move the side shift (option) to the center position.

Fig. 10.1-2

10.1.2 Setting down the silage block

1. Lower the silage block cutter to the ground.

2. Move the cutting bar to the topmost position.

3. The silage block is set down gently when the tractor starts moving slowly and the mechanical / hydraulic push-off system is extended by means of the control panel (option).

Cleaning, maintenance and repairs

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When cleaning, servicing and repairing the equipment, observe the additional information provided in the following chapters:













Observe these chapters for your own safety.

WARNING Risks of personal injury from crushing, shearing, cutting, amputation, entrapment, entanglement, catching and impact may arise if

 raised, unsecured parts of the accessory equipment, e.g. the cutting bar, come down or are lowered by accident.


 the tractor starts up and rolls away by accident during work on the accessory equipment.

Work to clean, service and repair the accessory equipment may not be performed until the tractor has been secured against inadvertent start-up and rolling away.




WARNING Risks of personal injury from crushing, shearing, cutting, amputation, entrapment, entanglement, and catching may arise if hazard areas are unprotected!



Refit safeguards removed for cleaning, servicing and repairing the accessory equipment immediately after all work has been completed.



Replace defective safeguards right away.

WARNING Dangerous situations may arise if load-bearing parts break as a result of unauthorized work!

The following is prohibited as a general rule:

 drilling on the accessory equipment,

 drilling out holes already existing on the accessory equipment,

 welding on load-bearing parts.

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11.1 Cleaning



Clean the accessory equipment thoroughly on a regular basis.

Dirt attracts moisture and leads to rust formation.



Lubricate the accessory equipment after cleaning it, especially after using a high pressure sprayer, steam cleaner or fatdissolving cleaners for cleaning.



Observe all legal regulations on handling and disposing of cleaning agents.



Touch up damaged paintwork as well as possible.



Replace missing or defective warning stickers.



Take steps to prevent corrosion, e.g. oil the accessory equipment using anti-corrosion oil.



Monitor hydraulic hose lines with particular care.



Never use gasoline, benzene, petroleum or mineral oils to treat hydraulic hose lines.

Cleaning with high pressure sprayers / steam cleaners

Make sure to observe the following steps when using a high pressure sprayer or steam cleaner for cleaning:



Never point the cleaning jet of the high pressure sprayer / steam cleaner to electrical components such as the control panel.



Never clean any chrome-plated components,



Never point the cleaning jet of the high pressure sprayer / steam cleaner directly to the lubrication and bearing points,



Always maintain a minimum distance of 300 mm between the cleaning jet of the high pressure sprayer or steam cleaner and the accessory equipment,



Observe the safety regulations on how to handle steam pressure sprayers / steam cleaners.


11.2 Lubricating



Lubricate all bearing and lubrication points in accordance with the lubrication chart.



To prevent dirt from entering the lubrication system, clean the lubrication nipples prior to lubrication.



Use environmentally safe and biodegradable oils and greases if lubricants might enter feedstuffs or the soil! Contact your authorized farm equipment dealer for more information.

11.2.1 The lubrication chart of the silage block cutter at a glance

Component / location

Slide rails of the cutting bar the frame

Lubrication nipple on the lifting cylinder

Wire cables

Lubrication nipple on cutting bar

Hydraulic lifting frame (option)

Side shift (option)

Hydraulic push-off system (option)

Number of lubrication points

2

8

1

Lubricate

Lubricate

Lubricate

Activity

2

2

1

Lubricate intensely using grease

Lubricate

Grease slide faces

Grease slide faces

Lubricate

Hours of operation

10 h

50 h

50 h

50 h

10 h

10 h

10 h

50 h

11.2.2 Lubrication chart

– silage block cutter

68

= 50 h

= 10 h

Fig. 11.2-1


11.3 Maintenance schedule

– overview



Carry out maintenance work when the first interval is reached.



The times, continuous services or maintenance intervals of any third party documentation are given priority.

11.4 Cutting knives of the cutting bar



Sharpen the cutting knives of the cutting bar on a regular basis.



Check the cutting knives every time before starting to work.

Replace damaged or worn cutting knives in good time.



Constantly check if bolt joints and cutting knives are seated firmly and undamaged to prevent any small parts / fixing bolts or broken-off pieces from entering the feed.


11.4.1 Changing cutting knives

WARNING Risks from ejected grinding particles while the cutting knives are being sharpened!

These hazards cause severe injury, in particular eye injuries.

Always wear safety goggles while sharpening cutting knives.

Always wear cut-resistant protective goggles while sharpening the cutting knives

When preparing to work on the cutting unit, you should move the cutting unit to a working height that is as ergonomic as possible.



Before working on the cutting unit, remove the accessory equipment or switch off the tractor and secure it against start-up and rolling away!



Prevent the cutting unit from lowering, e.g. by using a safety support.



Use suitable means (e.g. wooden board) to cover the knives during installation work.



Wear suitable protective clothing (cut-resistant protective gloves, work overalls).



Wear a helmet when the cutting unit is raised.

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The knives of the cutting unit should be cleaned and inspected on a regular basis.

Blunt blades need to be sharpened at a specialty workshop.

The tips of the moving blades must be at least as long as those of the stationary blades.

Blades with shorter tips are worn out, causing the accessory equipment to no longer work at full capacity. Worn or damaged blades need to be replaced.

When new, the tips of the moving blades will protrude 3-5 mm over those of the stationary blades.

1. When removing the moving blades, secure them against falling down (e.g. by clamping).

2. Loosen the screws (1) (upper row of screws on the side) on the clamping plates.

3. Unscrew the screws (2).

4. Remove the splint pin from the bolt (3) and pull the bolt out.

5. Take out the moving knife on the side.

1

3

2

6. Unscrew the screws (4) on the clamping plates at the front and remove the clamping plates.

7. Take out the moving cutting knives on the front.

8. Clean and inspect the moving knives.

Replace defective / worn cutting knives.

9. Grease stationary and moving knives and reinsert them into the cutting bar (for

operating fluids, see chapter "Technical data", page 40).

10. Screw in / insert all screws, the bolt and the splint pin.

11. Perform a function test of the cutting knives.

Fig. 11.4-1

Fig. 11.4-2 New knives

4

4

2

3


11.5 Retightening the wire cables – cutting bar



The tension of the wire cables must be checked every 100 hours of operation.



The wire cables are tightened correctly if their lateral deflection is approx. 2-3 cm when the cutting bar is in its bottommost position.

The tension of the wire cables must be as uniform as possible.

1. Lower the cutting bar to its bottommost position.

2. Lower the accessory equipment to the ground.


4. The tightening nuts are located in the center on the bottom of the frame.

Use the nuts (1) to adjust the tension in such a way that the wire cables allow for a lateral movement of 2-3 cm (2) (wrench size 32). The tension of both wire cables must be as uniform as possible.

Tighten = turn clockwise

Release = turn counter-clockwise

2

1

2

Fig. 11.5-1

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2

11.6 Hydraulic system




Allow only a specialty workshop to perform work on the hydraulic system.



Before working on the hydraulic system, remove the accessory equipment or switch the tractor off before securing it against unexpected start-up and rolling away.



The hydraulic system needs to depressurized before work on the hydraulic system may be performed.



Make sure to use suitable tools when trying to find leaks.



Never attempt to seal leaking hydraulic hose lines using your hand or fingers.

Fluids (hydraulic oil) escaping under high pressure may penetrate the skin and enter the body, resulting in severe injury.




When connecting the hydraulic hose lines of the accessory equipment to the hydraulic system of the tractor, make sure that both hydraulic systems have been depressurized.



Make sure to connect the hydraulic hose lines properly.



Check all hydraulic hose lines and couplings for leaks, damage and contamination.



Have an expert verify the proper technical condition of the hydraulic hose lines at least once a year.



Replace hydraulic hose lines that show signs of damage and aging. Use only original hydraulic hose lines supplied by the manufacturer.



Do not use hydraulic hose lines for more than six years, including any storage time which must not exceed a period of two years.

Even if stored properly and only subjected to the permissible stress, hoses and hose connections are subject to natural aging, limiting their storage time and period of use. Other guidelines may apply to hoses and hose lines made of thermoplastics.



Dispose of waste oil according to regulations. If experiencing problems with disposal, contact your oil supplier.



Store hydraulic oil out of reach of children.



Make sure that no hydraulic oil can escape into the environment, preventing it from seeping into the soil or water.

11.6.1 Markings on hydraulic hose lines


The markings on the fitting provide the following information:

(1) Manufacturer's marking of the hydraulic hose line (A1HF)

(2) Date of manufacture of the hydraulic hose line

(07 / 10 = year / month = October 2007)

(3) Maximum permissible operating pressure

(e.g. 225 bar)

1

2

Fig. 11.6-1

3

2

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11.6.2 Maintenance intervals

After the first 10 hours of operation and every 50 operating hours thereafter:

1. Check if all components of the hydraulic system are tight.

2. Retighten bolt joints as necessary.

Prior to each start-up:

1. Check the hydraulic hose lines for obvious defects.

2. Check the hydraulic oil level. Refill hydraulic oil if necessary.

3. Replace worn or damaged hydraulic hose lines without delay.

11.6.3 Inspection criteria for hydraulic hose lines

For your own safety:

Replace hydraulic hose lines immediately as soon as discovering any of the following defects:



Damage to the outer layer up to the insert (e.g. from chafing, cuts, cracks).



Embrittlement of the outer layer (evident through the formation of the cracks in the hose material).



Unnatural deformation of the hydraulic hose line, e.g

. layer separation, formation of bubbles, pinch and cutting points.



Leaking spots.



Damage, deformation or leaks in the hose fitting. Minor surface damage does not mandate an exchange.



The hose slipping out of the fitting.



Corrosion on the fitting which may impair the operation and stability of the fitting.



Improperly routed hydraulic hose lines, e.g. failure to observe the bending radii or laying the hose lines across sharp edges.



The maximum period of use of 6 years has been exceeded.

The period of use is derived from the date on which the hydraulic hose line was manufactured plus a period of 6 years.

Example: The date of manufacture of the hydraulic hose line is specified on the fitting, e.g. (07/10 = year / month = October

2007). The period of use will, thus, end in October of 2013.



The maximum storage time of 2 years has been exceeded.

The maximum storage time is derived from the date on which the hydraulic hose line was manufactured plus a period of 2 years.

Example: The date of manufacture of the hydraulic hose line is specified on the fitting, e.g. (07/10 = year / month = October

2007). The maximum storage time will, thus, end in October of

2009.


11.6.4 Installing and removing hydraulic hose lines

11.6.5 Basic control block

When installing and removing hydraulic hose lines, it is imperative that you observe the following instructions:



Before starting to work on the hydraulic system, make sure the hydraulic system has been depressurized.



Use only original hydraulic hose lines supplied by the manufacturer.



Pay the greatest possible attention to cleanliness prior to and during work. No dirt must enter the hydraulic system.



Install hydraulic hose lines in such a way that, in all operating conditions:

 there is no tensile stress except that caused by the hoses' own weight,

 there is no stress from compression on shorter hose lines,

 there is no mechanical impact on hydraulic hose lines. hydraulic hose lines cannot rub against components or against one another by arranging and fastening them properly. Protect hydraulic hose lines with protective sleeves if necessary. Cover sharp-edged components.

 the bending radii are not below the permissible parameters.



Select the size of the hydraulic hose line used on moving parts in such a way that:

 the bending radius is not below the smallest permissible bending radius in the entire area of movement,

 the tensile load on the hydraulic hose line is not outside the permissible parameters.



Fasten the hydraulic hose lines at the designated attachment points. Avoid any additional hose brackets which impair the natural movement and length adjustment of the hydraulic hose lines.



It is prohibited to refinish hydraulic hose lines.



The basic control block is composed of two segments:



The lower portion is used to control the feed rate,

 the rear portion is used to drive the knives.

Fig. 11.6-2

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11.7 Extended downtime

When the accessory equipment is used for extended periods, observe the following steps:



Clean the accessory equipment.



Touch up damaged paintwork.



Lubricate the accessory equipment in accordance with the lubrication chart and grease the piston rods of the hydraulic cylinders.



Take steps to prevent corrosion, e.g. oil the accessory equipment using anti-corrosion oil.



Store the accessory equipment in a dry and clean location with the cutting bar lowered and set down a stable position.



Replace missing or defective warning stickers.


11.8 Tightening torques for bolt joints

Thread

Wrench size

[mm]

Tightening torques [Nm] depending on grade of the bolts/nuts

8.8 10.9 12.9

M 8

M 8x1

13

25

27

35

38

41

41

M 18

M 18x1.5

M 20

M 20x1.5

M 22

M 22x1.5

M 24

M 24x2

M 10

M 10x1

M 12

M 12x1.5

M 14

M 14x1.5

M 16

M 16x1.5

M 27

M 27x2

M 30

M 30x2

16 (17)

18 (19)

22

24

27

30

32

36

41

46

290

325

410

460

550

610

710

780

49

52

86

90

135

150

210

225

1,050

1,150

1,450

1,600

405

460

580

640

780

860

1,000

1,100

69

73

120

125

190

210

300

315

1,500

1,600

2,000

2,250

485

550

690

770

930

1,050

1,200

1,300

83

88

145

150

230

250

355

380

1,800

1,950

2,400

2,700

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Faults

WARNING Risks of personal injury from crushing, shearing, cutting, amputation, entrapment, winding up, entanglement, catching and impact may arise if

 raised, unsecured parts of the accessory equipment come down or are lowered.


 the tractor starts up or rolls away.

Before performing work on the accessory intended to clean, service or repair the equipment, switch the tractor off and secure it against starting up and rolling away.




Fault

No hydraulic function available

Cause

Oil flow interrupted

Remedy

Check quick-release couplings, pressure relief valve and hydraulic system

Check if the control valve on the tractor is switched on.

Insufficient hydraulic oil quantity Check oil level and refill hydraulic oil if necessary

Control unit not connected / defective

Cutting bar moving down – knife not running

Oil flow too low

Knife running – cutting bar not moving

Control circuit of the knife drive impaired / clogged

Control valve not switching

Feed rate too low

Foreign objects in the clamp

Check connections on the control unit.

Check switching valves on the control block.

Increase tractor capacity. at least 25 l/min

Contact BvL customer service.



Check and remove foreign objects from the silo.

Faults

Fault

Blade not cutting properly

Cutting bar bends

Cause

Blade is blunt

Remedy

Sharpen the blade. (see chapter

"Changing cutting knives", page 70)

Blade bent

Blade worn out

Pressure applied on the surface of the transversal cutting unit

(long side) is too great

Straighten blade. The blades must rest against each other without a gap along their entire length

Replace blade.

The tips of the moving blades must be at least as long as those of the stationary blades. (see

chapter "Changing cutting knives", page 70)

Use as much of the working width as possible while cutting.

Use the blades evenly, e.g. work from left to right before working from right to left.

Extract the full depth of the block if possible.

Before sliding in the tines, make sure the cutting bar is above the upper edge of the clamp.

The feed rate of the cutting bar is set too high


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Important INFORMATION (GB)

Before commissioning accessory equipment in the front and rear area, the attachment of the equipment may not exceed the permissible gross weight, the permissible axle loads and the tire load capacity of the tractor. The front axle of the tractor must always be loaded with at least 20% of the dead weight of the tractor.

Before purchasing the equipment, make sure that these requirements are fulfilled by carrying out the following calculations or weighing the tractor and accessory combination.

Determination of the gross weight, the axle load and the tire load capacity as well as the minimum ballasting.

13.1 Check suitability of the tractor

WARNING Risks to personal safety can arise with improper use of the tractor if the malfunction of components, insufficient stability and insufficient ability of the tractor to steer and brake occur as a result!



Check the suitability of the tractor before attaching the machine to the tractor.

The machine may only be attached to suitable tractors.



Conduct a brake test in order to check whether the tractor still achieves the necessary braking rate with the machine attached.

Requirements for the suitability of the tractor, in particular, are:

 the permissible gross weight of the tractor,

 the permissible axle loads of the tractor,

 the permissible drawbar load / towed load of the connecting equipment of the tractor.

This information is found on the type plate, in the vehicle registration certificate and in the operator's manual of the tractor.

The maximum permissible load for an adjustable high hitch is 2 t and for a low hitch is 3 t (piton fix, pick-up hitches).

 the load capacities of the tires mounted on the tractor.

The front axle of the tractor must always be loaded with at least 20 % of the dead weight of the tractor.

The tractor must also achieve the braking rate prescribed by the tractor manufacturer with the attached machine.

Important information (GB)

13.2 Calculation of the actual values

The permissible gross weight of the tractor, which is indicated in the operator's manual / on the vehicle registration certificate of the tractor, must be greater than the total of:

 dead weight of the tractor,

 ballasting weight,

 drawbar load of the attached machine.

13.2.1 Required data

Fig. 13.2-1

T

L

[kg] Dead weight of the tractor

T

V

[kg] Front axle load of the empty tractor

T

H

[kg] Rear axle load of the empty tractor

G

V

[kg] Front weight (if applicable)

See operator's manual or vehicle registration certificate of the tractor

See front weight technical data or measure the weight

F

H

[kg] Maximum drawbar load a [m] Distance between front-mounted machine centre of gravity or front weight and the middle of the front axle (total of a

1

+ a

2

)

See machine technical data

See tractor and front-mounted machine technical data or front weight or measure a

1

[m] Distance from front axle middle to lower link connection

See operator's manual of the tractor or measure a

2

[m] Distance from the middle of the lower link connection point to the centre of gravity of front-mounted machine or front weight

(distance to centre of gravity) b [m] Tractor wheelbase

See front-mounted machine technical data or front weight or measure c [m] Distance between rear axle middle and middle of lower link connection

See operator's manual or vehicle registration certificate of the tractor or measure

See operator's manual or vehicle registration certificate of the tractor or measure

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13.2.2 Minimum ballasting of the tractor

In order to ensure steerability of the tractor, it must be provided with the following minimum ballasting on the front side:

G

V min



F

H

 c



T

V

 b



0 , 2



T

L a

 b

 b

Enter the numerical value for the minimum ballasting G

V min

in the table (chapter 1.2.7).

13.2.3 Actual front axle load of the tractor

T

V tat



G

V



( a

 b )



T

V

 b



F

H

 c b

Enter the numerical value for the actual front axle load and the permissible front axle load indicated in the operator's manual / in the vehicle registration certificate of the tractor in the table (chapter 1.2.7).

13.2.4 Actual gross weight of the tractor and machine combination

G tat



G

V



T

L



F

H

Enter the numerical value for the actual gross weight and the permissible gross weight indicated in the operator's manual / in the vehicle registration certificate of the tractor in the table (chapter 1.2.7).

13.2.5 Actual rear axle load of the tractor

T

H tat



G tat



T

V tat

Enter the numerical value for the actual rear axle load and the permissible rear axle load indicated in the operator's manual / in the vehicle registration certificate of the tractor in the table (chapter 1.2.7).

13.2.6 Load capacities of the tires mounted on the tractor

Determine the values for the load capacity of the tires mounted on the front and rear axes of the tractor. See the information from the tire manufacturer for this purpose.

Enter the doubled value of the load capacity of a tire of the front and rear axle in the table (chapter 1.2.7).


13.2.7 Table

Minimum front ballasting

Gross weight

Front axle load

Rear axle load

WARNING Dangers through crushing, cutting, catching, drawing in and striking of persons can arise if the stability as well as the ability of the tractor to steer and brake are insufficient!

The machine may only be coupled to the tractor if:

 the actual calculated values are less than the permissible values according to the operator's manual / vehicle registration certificate,

 a required front weight is mounted in order to ensure the steerability.

1. Gather the permissible values for gross weight, axle loads and tire load capacities from the operator's manual or the vehicle registration certificate of the tractor.

2. Enter these values in the table below.

3. Calculate the actual values on the basis of the preceding formulae.

4. Enter these calculated values in the column "Actual values".

5. Compare the actual values with the permissible values. The machine may only be coupled to the tractor if:

 the actual values are less than or equal to (



) the permissible values.

The permissible values may not be exceeded in any case.

 a required front weight is mounted in order to ensure the steerability.

Actual values

[kg]

/







Permissible values

[kg]

--

Load capacity of the mounted tires

[kg]

--





--

A front weight must be used which corresponds to at least the minimum required front ballasting (G

V min

).

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13.3 Requirements for the operation of tractors with trailed machines

WARNING Risks to personal safety can arise through malfunction of components if connecting equipment between the tractor and machine breaks during improper use of the tractor!

Make sure:

 that the connecting equipment on the tractor has a sufficient permissible drawbar load for the actual drawbar load,

 that the axle load changed by the drawbar load and weight of the tractor remains within the permissible limits. In case of doubt, weigh the equipment.

 that the static, actual rear axle load of the tractor does not exceed the permissible rear axle load,

 that the permissible gross weight of the tractor is adhered to,

 that the permissible tire load capacities of the tractor's tires are not exceeded.

13.3.1 Combination possibilities of connecting and pulling equipment

The figure shows permissible combination possibilities of the connecting equipment on the tractor and the pulling equipment on the machine depending on the maximum permissible drawbar load.

The maximum permissible drawbar load can be found in the vehicle paperwork or on the type plate of the connecting equipment of the tractor.

Maximum permissible drawbar load

2000 kg

3000 kg -

2000 kg - > 40 km/h

4,000 kg -





40 km/h

40 km/h

2000 kg - > 40 km/h

Connecting equipment on the tractor

Pin coupling

DIN 11028 / ISO 6489-2

Non-self-actuated pin coupling

DIN 11025

Draw hook (pick-up hitch)

ISO 6489-1

Towing pin (piton fix)

ISO 6489-4

Ball coupling 80

Pulling equipment on the machine



Drawbar eye 40 reinforced

DIN 11026 / ISO 5692-2



Drawbar eye 40 DIN 74054-

1/2, ISO 8755



Drawbar eye 40 DIN 74054-

1/2, ISO 8755



Drawbar eye (hitch ring) ISO

20019




5692-1




5692-1



Ball bracket 80


13.3.2 Calculating the actual D

C

value for the combination to be coupled

WARNING Risks to personal safety can arise through malfunction of components if connecting equipment between the tractor and machine breaks during improper use of the tractor!

Calculate the actual D

C

value of your combination, consisting of tractor and machine, in order to check whether the connecting equipment on your tractor has the necessary D

C

-value. The actual,

D

C

value calculated for the combination must be less than or equal to

(



) the indicated D

C

value of the connecting equipment of your tractor.

The actual D

C

value of a combination to be coupled must be calculated as follows:

D

C

= g x

T x C

T + C

Fig. 13.3-1

T: Permissible gross weight of the tractor in [t]

(see operator's manual or vehicle registration certificate of the tractor)

C: Axle load of the loaded machine with the permissible weight (net load) in [t] without drawbar load g: Gravitational acceleration (9.81 m/s²)

Actual, calculated D

C

value for the combination

Indicated D

C

value of the connecting equipment on the tractor

KN  KN

You can find the D

C

value:

 for the connecting equipment directly on the type plate of the connecting equipment / in the operator's manual of your tractor.

With differing values on the type plates of the attachment support and drawbar coupling, the lower value is authoritative.

 for the pulling equipment, directly on the type plate of the pulling equipment.

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Index

A

Action-related safety instructions .............................................................................................................9

C

Cleaning, maintenance and repairs ................................................................................................ 26, 65

Control panel – lectronic ........................................................................................................................ 46

Control panel – possible switching functions ........................................................................................ 47

Control units .......................................................................................................................................... 45

Coupling the hydraulic hose lines.......................................................................................................... 57

Cutting bar ............................................................................................................................................. 50

Cutting knives .................................................................................................................................. 50, 68

D

Danger area / work area and hazard areas .......................................................................................... 19

E

Electrical system.................................................................................................................................... 25

F

Fork tines ............................................................................................................................................... 50

H

Hazard - meaning .....................................................................................................................................8

High pressure sprayers / steam cleaners .............................................................................................. 66

Hydraulic hose lines .............................................................................................................................. 48

Hydraulic oil ........................................................................................................................................... 44

Hydraulic system ............................................................................................................................. 24, 48

I

Information on safety and accident prevention ..................................................................................... 20

Installation / removal ............................................................................................................................. 54

Installing / removing the accessory equipment ..................................................................................... 21

L

Leaks ..................................................................................................................................................... 24

Lifting frame ........................................................................................................................................... 51

Lifting gear ............................................................................................................................................. 35

Lighting system - lighting beam ............................................................................................................. 45

Lubricating ............................................................................................................................................. 67

M

Maximum operating pressure ................................................................................................................ 44

Mirrors ................................................................................................................................................... 45

Mounted accessory equipment ............................................................................................................. 25

P

Pump capacity of the tractor .................................................................................................................. 44

Push-off system – hydraulic .................................................................................................................. 51

Push-off system - mechanical ............................................................................................................... 50

Index

R

Removing, transporting and setting down the silage block ................................................................... 63

Replacement and wear parts ................................................................................................................. 18

Retightening the wire cables ................................................................................................................. 71

S

Safe operation ....................................................................................................................................... 16

Safety devices and safeguards ....................................................................................................... 16, 37

Settings .................................................................................................................................................. 59

Side shift ................................................................................................................................................ 51

Specialty workshop ................................................................................................................................ 13

Structural modifications ......................................................................................................................... 17

Supply lines ........................................................................................................................................... 38

T

Transport trips ........................................................................................................................................ 61

Transporting the accessory equipment ................................................................................................. 23

Type plate .............................................................................................................................................. 38

U

Uncoupling the hydraulic hose lines ...................................................................................................... 58

Using the accessory equipment ............................................................................................................ 22

W

Warnings ................................................................................................................................................ 27

Warnings - explanation .......................................................................................................................... 27

Work to be performed at a workshop .................................................................................................... 13

Workplace, driver's position ................................................................................................................... 16

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BVL V-LOAD Cutter Megastar 170 Operating Manual 88 Pages

BVL V-LOAD Cutter Megastar 170 Operating Manual

ENGLISCH

Operating Manual

Cutter

Megastar

[email protected]

2

Identification data

3

Preface

4

Contents

1 User information ................................................................................................. 8

2 Safety instructions ........................................................................................... 10

3 Loading and unloading .................................................................................... 36

4 Product description .......................................................................................... 37

5 Design and function ......................................................................................... 47

5

Contents

6 Commissioning ................................................................................................ 53

7 Mounting / removing the accessory equipment ............................................ 55

‎

‎

8 Settings ............................................................................................................. 60

9 Transport trips.................................................................................................. 62

10 Using the accessory equipment ..................................................................... 64

11 Cleaning, maintenance and repairs ................................................................ 66

12 Faults ................................................................................................................ 79

13 Important INFORMATION (GB)........................................................................ 81

6

Contents

14 Index .................................................................................................................. 87

7

User information

User information

1.1

Purpose of this operating manual

1.2 Storing the operating manual

1.3 Locational information in this operating manual

8

User information

1.4 Illustrations used

1.5

Terms used

9

Safety instructions

Safety instructions

2.1 Action-related safety instructions and important information

2.1.1 Action-related safety instructions

10

Safety instructions

2.1.2 Important information

11

Safety instructions

2.2 Working in a safety-conscious manner

12

Safety instructions

2.3 Organizational measures

2.3.1 Responsibilities of the owner

13

Safety instructions

2.3.2 Responsibilities of the operator

2.3.3 Qualification of the personnel

14

Safety instructions

15

Safety instructions

2.3.4 Intended use

2.3.5 Claims based on defects and liability

2.4

16

2.5 Product safety

2.5.1 Safe operation of the accessory equipment

Safety instructions

2.5.2 Safety devices and safeguards

17

Safety instructions

2.5.3 Structural modifications

18