Kersten WKB 60 M-U 70 Installation instructions

Original Operating
Manual
Weedbrush Attachment
WKB 60 M-U 70
Manufactures by
Kersten Arealmaschinen GmbH
Empeler Straße 95
D - 46459 Rees
www.kersten-maschinen.de
Distributed in UK by
Kersten (UK) Ltd Tel. [phone]
Progrees House 39 Boulton Road
Reading, RG2 0NH
www.kerstenuk.com - [e-mail]
Order number: B00047 From machine- No.: 55732 Rev.: R01 Data: 26.01.2016

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Contents
1 FOREWORD...............................................................................................................................5
2 ABOUTTHISINSTRUCTIONMANUAL .....................................................................................6
2.1 BEFOREOPERATING.................................................................................................................................................6
2.2 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS. .................................................................................................. 6
3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS...........................................................................................................7
3.1 GENERAL INFORMATION ...............................................................................................7
3.2 INTENDED USE...........................................................................................................................................................7
3.3 GENERAL SAFETY AND INSTRUCTIONS..................................................................................................................7
3.4 DIAGRAMS................................................................................................................................................................10
4 DISPOSAL. ...............................................................................................................................11
5 GUARANTE ..............................................................................................................................11
6 DESCRIPTION..............................................................................................11
6.1 GENERALDESCRIPTIONOFTHEBRUSH...............................................................................................................11
7 ASSEMBLY...................................................................................................... 11
8 DISMANTALING.......................................................................................................................12
9 ADJUSTING.............................................................................................................................. 12
9.1 SETTINGTHE BRUSHES..........................................................................................................................................12
9.2 ADJUSTMENT OFSPRAYPROTECTION ................................................................................................................13
10 MAINTENANCE. .................................................................................. 14
10.1 GENERAL INFORMATION ..........................................................................................14
10.2 GENERAL MAINTENANCE..................................................................................................................................14
10.3 MAINTENANCEAFTER50OPERATINGINSTRUCTIONSOREXTENSIONS......................................................14
10.4 CHANGE OF BRUSHES ......................................................................................................................................14
11 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS...........................................................................................15
12 EG - DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY……………………………………………..17
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1 Foreword
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a quality product from Kersten.
This product has been manufactured according to the most modern production processes and
extensive quality assurance measures.
Before using this machine for the first time, please read this manual carefully and conscientiously.
If you do not understand any information contained in this safety data sheet or the product specific
assembly or operating instructions, please contact your salesperson or distributer.
Keep these operating instructions ready for use. You can then read important information and
instructions for use.
Enjoy your Kersten device
Dipl.- Ing. (FH) Robert Bosch
Managing Director

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2.0 About this manual
The machine or the equipment is subject to technical progress. All information, illustrations and
technical data correspond to the latest state at the time of publication. The manufacturer reserves
the right to alter the technical progress at any time.
No claims can therefore be derived from the information and illustrations .
2.1 Before commissioning
Since self-propelled working implements as well as attachments can cause considerable
accidents and / or danger in case of improper application, special instruction by qualified and
authorized persons is mandatory during the initial start-up of the Kersten working tool. You will be
made familiar with the basic functions and how to handle them by choosing a free and level terrain for
your first use.
• This reduces the risk of accidents on your part or thirdparties!
For further information or any kind of difficulties, please contact the dealer.
• Be sure to read the safety instructions on the following pages!
• Be sure to read the operating instructions before use!
• Pass all safety instructions to other users!
2.2 Information on this operating manual
• Enumerations are marked with points of view.
Example:
• Text
• Text
• Instructions for use are marked according to the order in which they are to be executed.
• Example:
1. Text
2. Text
• In this manual, illustrations and their components are referred to in various chapters. The
figures are numbered 1, 2, 3, etc., and the components shown there are designated A, B, C,
etc.
• Example:
• A reference to component C in Figure

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3.0 Safety instructions
It is recommended that users of this machine are not under the influence of alcohol,
prescription medication or harmful substances and are physically and mentally capable
to operate the machine
To keep the risk of accidents as low as possible, please refer to the following sub-
sections.
3.1 General information
• This symbol indicates a WARNING. Failure to follow the instructions can result in serious
personal injury and / or property damage.
• Before starting, read these operating instructions as well as the safety instructions in the
operating instructions of the carrier vehicle carefully.
3.2 Proper use
• The weed brush is designed for use with a Kersten single axletractor.
• The machine is designed for use in highway, agriculture and forestry such as, for example,
Green area and plant maintenance, for the removal of wild herbs, moss and path edges.
• Any use beyond this is deemed to be not intended. The manufacturer is not liable for damages
resulting from this and is liable on the operator alone.
• The intended use also includes the observance of the operating, maintenance and maintenance
conditions stipulated by the manufacturer.
• The attachment equipment may only be used, maintained and repaired by persons who are
familiar with this and are aware of the dangers.
• The relevant accident prevention regulations as well as other generally recognized safety and
occupational medical regulations must be observed.
• Unauthorized modifications to the machine lead to the exclusion of liability of the manufacturer
for damages resulting therefrom.
3.3 General safety and accident prevention regulations
3.3.1 Basic rules
• Observe the safety instructions in the operating instructions of the carrier vehicle!
• In addition to the instructions in this manual, observe the general safety and accident
prevention regulations!
• Only trained personnel or persons are allowed to use thismachine!
• Incorporation into rotating parts causes severe injuries. The operator must ensure that no
persons or animals enter.
• When using the equipment on public transport, the provisions of national road traffic
regulations, e.g. Reflector, lighting.
• The wearer's clothing should be tight. Avoid loose clothing and wear solid shoes or safety
shoes!
• Only work with good visibility and light conditions!
• Place the attachments in difficult-to-reach areas and ensure that no one is indanger.
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• The warning signs provide important information for safe operation. This is for your safety!
• For transport on motor vehicles or trailers as well as outside of the surface to be treated, the
attachments must be switched off!
• Caution with rotating and oscillating tools - Observe the safetydistance!
• Be careful with trailing machine parts. Before working on these wait for them tostop!
• Driven parts are crushed and scraped!
• Driving behavior, steering and possibly braking capacity as well as tilting behavior are
influenced byattached or attached equipment and loading. The operating speed must be
adapted to the respective conditions.
• Unauthorized modifications endanger the operational safety of the machine and are forbidden!
• Before commissioning, check the machine for operational safety!
• Never remove or modify protective devices!
3.3.2 Working and Hazardous Area
• The user is responsible for third parties in the work area!
• It is forbidden to stay in the hazardous area of the machine! Refer all persons from the danger
area. Hazard area: 10 m radius
• Before switching on the attachment unit and starting up, check the close-up area. Pay particular
attention to children and animals. Make sure you look at it!
• Removing foreign bodies from the surface to be machined before beginning work.When
working on other foreign bodies pay attention and eliminate them in good time.
• When working in enclosed areas, the safety distance to the edge must be maintained in order
not to damage the machine and tools.
• When working in the immediate vicinity of public roads and paths, these should not be
approached as far as possible, but rather as far as possible, as this minimizes the risk of injury
to third parties by flying objects.
• In the case of work on public roads and squares or in the immediate vicinity, warning signs and
hazard signs must be drawn up in order to draw attention to third parties.
• Protective goggles are required due to the risk of injury from catapulted objects. In this case,
approved goggles are those which meet the ANSI Z87.1 standard for the USA or EN 166 for EU
countries.
3.3.3 Before commencement of work
• Be familiar with the operation and operation of all the devices and controls, and make sure that
all the protective equipment is properly installed and protected. It is too late during the work
process!
• Before commissioning, check the machine for operational safety!
• Before each use, check that the drive shaft is firmly seated on the drive stub on the carrier
vehicle and on the attachment unit.
• Check any hydraulic connections and hoses for leakage and replace ifnecessary.
• Never operate the machine with defective or missing protectivedevices.
3.3.4 During operation
• If persons or motor vehicles approach the danger area (radius 10 m), turn off the installation
unit immediately.
• Never leave the operating station while driving!
• Do not leave the control panel until the tools of the attachment unit have come to a standstill!

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• Do not make adjustments to the attachment during operation - Risk ofaccident!
• Transport of persons and objects is prohibited!
• If, for example, the attachment unit had detected a foreign object and blocked it, the auxiliary
drive train should be switched off, the engine must be switched off and the ignition key
removed. Subsequently, the attachment unit can be freed from foreign bodies with a suitable
tool! The work must be carried out carefully and carefully, as the components may be clamped
together and may give a sudden impact.
• In the event of damage, stop the attachment and repair thedamage.
• If the attachment vibrates strongly, immediately stop the machine and, if necessary, have the
fault rectified by a specialist. Do not continue!
3.3.5 Maintenance, cleaning and repair work
• Only the work described in these operating instructions may be carried out for the maintenance
and care of the weed brush.
• Perform maintenance, cleaning, and repairs only when the drive is switched off and the engine
is at rest!
• If protective devices and working tools are subject to wear, they must be checked regularly and
replaced if necessary.
• Damaged brush elements must be replaced.
• When replacing brush elements, use a suitable tool and wear protectivegloves.
• Only use original spare parts from the manufacturer as these correspond to the technical
requirements and therefore the risk of accidents is minimized!
• Perform cleaning work with the high-pressure cleaner so that the water jet is not held directly in
bearings, rotating parts, grease nipples, shaft seal rings, wheel hubs, etc. After each cleaning
with the high-pressure cleaner, the lubrication points must be greased. In the case of an
infringement, the claim for guarantee performance ceases.
• Check the moving parts for smooth operation and grease them ifnecessary!
• After maintenance and cleaning work, the protective devices must be re-installed and put into
the protective position!
• To avoid a fire hazard, keep the machine clean!
• Regularly check the nuts and bolts for tightness and retighten ifnecessary.
• hen carrying out maintenance, cleaning and repair work on the lifted unit, always make sure
that it is secured by means of suitable support elements!
• Before carrying out any repairs, make sure that the hydraulic system is depressurized, as
pressurized fluids can penetrate the skin and cause serious injuries! In case of such injuries
consult a doctor immediately - risk of infection!
• Repairs may only be carried out by specialists.
• Periodically inspect hydraulic hose lines for damage and aging and replace if necessary. At the
latest after 6 years of operation, re-create all hose lines! The date of manufacture is stamped on
the hose line.

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3.4 Used pictograms
The following pictures are provided on the device to alert the operator that caution and attention
are required when using and maintaining the device.
Explanation of the pictures used:
Please read and observe the operating
instructions and the safety instructions before
using.
Never open or remove the protective devices while the
engine is running!
Observe the notes in the technical manual.
Lubrication point!
Only touch machine parts when they have come to a
complete standstill.
Danger by spinning parts while the engine is
running - Keep the safety distance!
Wear safety glasses!

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4 disposal
The devices must be disposed of according to the applicable regulations of the municipality, the
city or the country.
Depending on the material, the parts may be recycled, recycled, or recycled. Kersten UK (LTD)
does not accept any disposal.
5 guarantee
The device is accompanied by a sales message which, among other things, specifies the date of
commencement of the warranty period. When selling the device, please fill out the sales message
completely and send it back to us within 14 days. If warranty claims are asserted, without a sales
message, we will not process warranty claims.
Warranty claims should be submitted promptly, but at the latest six weeks after the occurrence of
damage, under the terms of the purchase data, otherwise no warranty processing will be carried
out. Complaints must be confirmed by Kersten UK (LTD). Wear parts are excluded from the
warranty. In addition, the guarantee will be void if the device is not used properly, if the device is
not used or if the device is not used properly, if the device is not used and if the device is not used.
6 description
6.1 General description of the weed brush
The weed brush consists of a steel construction with an angular gear on which the tool holder,
also known as a brush plate (1: F), is mounted. The brush plate can be equipped with a tuft
(1: H) or with wire rope braids. The weed is scraped out of the joints by the rotation of the brush
holder and the propulsion of the carrier vehicle and is absorbed by a laterally applied protective
device (1: E).
7 Assembly
1. Observe the information in the operating instructions of the carriervehicle!
2. There is a risk of injury when coupling. Through bruises. Special caution isadvised!
3. For the assembly of the attachment unit, the connection between the attachment unit
(2: A) and the two-wheel tractor (2: K) must be free of grease andgrease.
4. The operation of the attaching unit without the plastic coupling dog (2: I) leads to
serious damage and is strictly forbidden.
5. When coupling the attachment unit, proceed as follows:
1. Turn off the engine.
2. Raise the locking lever (2: J) and fold the lever upwards forlocking.
3. Move the pickup mandrel from the attaching unit (2: A) and the pick-up pin
from the single-axle tractor (2: K) to the same height to allow them tocollapse.
4. Ensure that the coupling holder (2: I) is between plastic and theplastic.
6. If the receiving mandrel from the attachment unit (2: A) can not be pushed completely into
the pick-up tube by the one-axis tractor, the teeth of the two coupling halves may be
against one another. By switching on the auxiliary drive and by pulling slowly on the starter
cable of the motor, a clutch half rotates further and allows further pushing in.
1. Fold down the locking lever (2: J) and check that the locking pin is fully engaged.
2. To prevent twisting of the attachments, the star handles (3: L) must be tightened
against the chassis by the single-axle tractor and countered with the clamping lever
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8 Disassembly
• Observe the information in the operating instructions of the carriervehicle!
• There is a risk of injury when disconnecting. Special caution isadvised!
• When decoupling the attachment unit, proceed as follows:
1. Stop the internal combustion engine.
2. Place the tractor on the support stand.
3. Loosen the star handles (3: L).
4. Raise the locking lever (2: J) and fold the lever upwards to lockit.
5. Pull the attaching unit forward and look for the clutch follower (2:I).
9.0 Service
9.1 Adjusting the brush
9.1.1 General information
• The working height of the brush holder is adjusted via the trailing support wheel (1: B). The
working height depends on the position of the brush holder (1: F) and on the wear rate of the
brushes (1: H).
• The position of the plate depends, among other things, on the strength of the wild boulder. The
operating range of the brush holder is shown in figure (4: M). Good working performance is
achieved when viewed in the direction of travel, the brush plate is inclined to the right and
slightly backwards.
• After rainfall and wet weather, particularly good results areachieved.
• The driving speed depends on the strength of the wildboulder.
9.1.2 Tilt adjustment of the brush holder
• The inclination angle adjustment of the brush holder is via the spindles (6: C and 6: D). The
spindle (6: D) pivots the brush holder to the side of the direction of travel. The spindle (6: C)
pivots the brush plate forwards or backwards to the direction oftravel.
• Before the brush holder can be swiveled to the side of the direction of travel, loosenthe
clamping lever (6: P).
• After adjusting the brush holder, firmly tighten the clamping lever (6:P).

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9.2 Adjusting the splash guard
• The rotating movement of the brush holder causes materials such as weeds, stones and other
objects to be thrown away. To prevent this material from leaving the working area, a side splash
guard (1: E) is attached to the machine.
Always ensure that the splash guard is properly adjusted to prevent injury and damage
to property against third parties!
• The setting of the splash guard depends on the setting of the brush holder and according to
local conditions.
• Figure (5) shows the possible settings for the splash guard. By loosening the clamping lever
(5: N), the spray guard (5: E) can be adjusted in angle andheight.
• The rubber liner from the splash guard (1: E) must be placed on the floor slightly in the working
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10 Maintenance
10.1 General information
• The safety regulations listed in 3.3.5 must be followed.
• The weed brush must be periodically serviced.
• Failure to do so could result in personal injury or damage to the machine. Check all safety-
relevant parts before each use.
• Always carry out repair, maintenance and cleaning work, as well as the elimination of
malfunctions, only when the drive is switched off and the motor is still. Remove ignition key or
spark plug connector! After carrying out this work, reattach all protectivedevices!
• Check all screw and bolt connections after the first 5 operatinghours.
10.2 Daily maintenance
• Check the protective devices and brush elements for wear and, if necessary, replace them.
• Check the brush elements for tightness.
• Damaged brush elements must be replaced.
• Check the brush holder whether it is free from wrapping such as e.g. Wire andWeeds.
• Check the movement of the moving parts.
• Perform a test run before each use.
• Lubricate the hinge shaft as specified by the manufacturer.
10.3 Maintenance after 50 operating hours or longer standstill
• The moving parts must be greased or oiled at regular intervals as well as at the start and end of
the season.
• Check the oil level of the gearbox. Unscrew the front control screw on the gearbox (6: Q). The oil
level must be just below the opening and should be filled with gear oil SAE 80W-90.
10.4 Replacing brush elements
• Replacement of brush elements may only be carried out by a qualifiedperson.

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11 Specifications
11 Specifications
Working width Ø 60 cm
Number of Brushes 10
Tool type Weed removal
Drive type Mechanical, via PTO shaft
Power Requirmentrs Fits Kersten - one - axle tractors
Max. Brush drive speed 360 U/min
Sound pressure level LpA, eq
dB(A) At the ear of the operator
Measurement in accordance with DIN EN 12733: 2009
Measurement with Kersten single axle tractors UBS 14 Hydro
Attachment Weight 60 kg
Length / width / Height 113 / 68 / 71
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12 EG - Konformitätserklärung
CE Déclaration de conformité
EC Declaration Conformity
EG conformiteitsverklaring
Wir Nous We Wij
Kersten Arealmaschinen GmbH
Empeler Straße 95
D- 46459 Rees
erklären, dass das
Produkt déclarons que le produit herewith declare that the product verklaren dat het produkt
Wildkrautbürste Brosse déherbante Weed brush Kruidborstel
WKB 60 M-U 70
mit allen einschlägigen
Bestimmungen der
EG-Maschinenricht-
linie 2006/42/EG in
Übereinstimmung ist.
satisfait à l'ensemble
de la directive machines
2006/42/CE.
fulfiles all relevant
provisions of Directive
2006/42/EC.
voldoet aan alle
toepasselijke be-
palingen van EG-
Machinerichtlijn
2006/42/EG.
Die Maschine ist auch
in Übereinstimmung
mit allen einschlägigen
Bestimmungen der fol-
genden EG-Richtlinien:
Cette machine satisfait
également à toutes les
dispositions pertinentes
des directives CE
suivantes:
The machinery is also
in compliance with all
relevant provisions of
the following EC
directives:
De machine is ook
in overeenstemming
met alle toepasselijke
bepaligen van de vol-
gende EG- richtlijnen:
Weiterhin wurden fol-
gende Normen ange-
wendet:
En outre, les normes et
spécifications techniques
suivantes ont été utilisées:
The following
harmonised standards
apply:
Volgende geharmoni-
seerde normen warden
gehanteerd:
EN ISO 12100 : 2010
Herr Monsieur Mr. De heer
Dipl.- Ing. (FH) Robert Bosch
Empeler Straße 95
D- 46459 Rees
ist bevollmächtigt
die technischen Unter-
lagen zusammenzu-
stellen.
est autorisé à constituer
la documentation
Technique conformément
à l'annexe VII A.
is authorised to
compile the technical
file according to Annex
VII A.
is gemachtigd het
technische dossier
samen te stellen.
Rees, 08.04.2015
Geschäftsführer Directeur Managing Director Bedrijfsleider
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39 Boulton Road Reading, RG2 0NH
www.kerstenuk.com - [e-mail]