Kongskilde 2800 SERIES User manual

OWNERS MANUAL
Warranty Certificate
Operating Guide
2800 SERIES
FIELD CULTIVATORS
*Model may not be exactly as shown.
Kongskildereservestherighttomakechangestoproductdesigns
andspecificationswithout noticeorobligationtorework.
Kongskilde 2800Series

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION 3
PRODUCT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 5
SAFETY DEVICES 7
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 8
FIELD LEVELLING PROCEDURE 10
OPERATING ADJUSTMENTS 11
PARKING AND STORAGE 14
MAINTENANCE & LUBRICATION 15
HYDRAULICS AND HOSE DIAGRAMS SECTION SP
TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART 18

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INTRODUCTION
This manual has been developed to assist you in the operating and servicing of your new
Kongskilde product. Read it carefully: it will provide you with information that will enable you to
obtain years of dependable service.
If your did not receive a warranty registration form, contact your dealer. He will be able to obtain
one for you. It is important that the warranty registration be completed and returned to validate
the warranty protection period.
Beforeattemptingtooperatethisequipment,read,andunderstandthismanualfullyandfollowall
safety precautions. In addition, make sure that every individual who operates or works with this
equipment is familiar with these instructions. Observation of these safety precautions will make
your farm a safer place to work. Read carefully and understand all operating instructions before
attempting to operate the machine.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This safety symbol, found throughout this manual, is used to call your attention to instructions
concerning the personal safety of the owner or operator.
Look for this symbol to point out safety precautions. It meansATTENTION! Become
ALERT! Your safety is involved.

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Safety Decals and Hazard Alerts:
The key words - DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION used alone or in combination with the
Safety Hazard Alert Symbol used in this Operators Manual and on Safety Decals located on the
framework of the machine, are used to identify hazards on or near the implement.
Safety Instructions indicate procedures which must be followed to avoid hazards.
Hazard Alerts are identified by the key word, and the symbol:
DANGER -AnimmediatehazardwhichWILLresultin severe personalinjuryor death if the proper
precautions are not taken.
WARNING - A hazard or unsafe practice which COULD result in personal injury or death if the
proper precautions are not taken.
CAUTION - A hazard or unsafe practice which COULD result in personal injury or in product or
property damage if the proper precautions are not taken.
Safety Decal Locations:
Safety Decals are located on the framework of the implement. The specifiic locations are chosen
to provide optimal visibility to the operator or bystanders. In the case of hidden or obstructed
hazardsorsafetyprecautions,thedecalsmay belocated onor nearthe hazard,or otherconvenient
locations near hook-up points, adjustment devices or service points frequently visited by the
operator.
Please read and obey all safety decals on the machine. Ensure they are kept clean and in
good condition. Kongskilde is committed to safety and provides replacement safety decals and
operator manuals at no charge if they become lost, damaged or illegible.
Eachsafety decalisidentified by apart number,and areavailablethrough your KongskildeDealer.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
Kongskilde cannot anticipate every possible circumstance that might involve a hazard with this
product.Thehazardalertsandsafetyinstructionsinthispublication andon theproductaretherefore
not all inclusive. If a tool, procedure, work method or operating technique not specifically
recommended by Kongskilde is used, you must satisfy yourself that is is safe for you and others.
You should ensure that the implement will not be damaged or made unsafe by the operation,
maintenance or repair procedures you choose.
Kongskilde will not be held responsible for any unauthorized modifications made to this
product and will immediatly void the warranty coverage.

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PRODUCT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Read the owner’s manual.
2. Make certain all safety decals, reflectors and SMV signs are applied to your unit.
3. IMPORTANT NOTE: This unit has a narrow transport width and a high centre of gravety and
may pose a tipping hazard when folded for transport. Do not transport over 20 M.P.H. and
reduce speed when transporting or turning the cultivator on uneven ground or when travelling
on public roadways.
4. Always use an approved safety tow chain and draw pin, and make sure that all wing fold lock
pins and the wheel cylinder transport locks are secured before transporting.
5. Theoperator is responsibleat alltimesto complywithall stateandlocal lawswhentransporting
large or oversized implements on public or private roadways. Careful consideration must be
given in order to prevent accidents with other vehicles and avoid coming in contact with
obstacles such as: bridges, tunnels, overpasses, guard rails, road signs, traffic lights, power
lines, public utilities, and other structures that may be encountered along the way. In some
jurisdictions the operator may be required to obtain special permits or arrange for escorts
before transporting oversized equipment. Kongskilde is not liable for personal or property
damagecaused by inappropriate, unauthorized orunsafetransport or operation ofequipment.
6. Make sureallwheel bolts are secure andcheckthat the tires are ingoodcondition and inflated
properly before attempting to move the implement on public roadways.
7. IMPORTANT NOTE: Some larger models of 2800 Series cultivators may exceed local height
regulations for safe transporting on public roadways. The operator is responsible at all times
toinsurethe safe transport of the cultivator along the chosenroute.Takecare, especially when
transporting, folding or unfolding the implement around power lines. Serious injury or death to
the operator or bystanders may result through direct or indirect contact with power lines.

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8. Make sure that the tractor is shifted into park before getting out to remove transport locks and
wing fold lock pins. Never remove wing lock pins or wheel transport locks when the implement
is sitting on uneven ground where tipping could occur.
9. Never remove transport lockout devices or unfold the unit unless cylinders are completely full
of oil. Failure to properly charge the folding hydraulics with oil could allow the wings to free fall
when unfolding, causing damage to the equipment and possible injury to the operator or
bystanders. Never fold the cultivator wings by any mechanical method! Always charge the
hydraulic system first and use it to fold and unfold the wings. Stand clear of the machine and
watch for overhead hazards or objects in the wing-fall zone when folding and unfolding.
10.Neverunfold when there arebystandersin the areaofthe wing fall zone.Becertain all persons
are clear of working area in and around the machine whenever folding, unfolding, raising or
lowering the machinery or in any way using the hydraulic system.
11.Never crawl under the machine to make repairs or adjustments or replace tines and shares,
etc… unless you have properly blocked and supported the cultivator frame. The cultivator
must be secured in a fixed position in order to prevent it from moving or falling before making
any attempt to work underneath.
12.Take care when changing shares orremovingsharebolts as the edges can becomeextremely
sharp when worn.
13.Be alert when walking around the machinery in the folded transport position to avoid walking
into the point of a shank or sweep. Severe head or body injury could result.
14.Regularly check wheel bolts for tightness and periodically check all other nuts and bolts and
secure if loose.
15.Establish a good routine for regular inspection, lubrication and maintenance in order to keep
the machine in good operating condition.

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SAFTEY DEVICES FOR
Folding and Transporting Implements:
WHEEL LOCK FOR TRANSPORT CYLINDERS
Insertasafetylockoverthecentresectionmaster cylinder
rod and fasten the pins. Slowly ease the cultivator down
until the wheel lock is wedged firmly in place.
When cultivating the safety lock should be stored in the
tractor box or in a place that will not interfere with the
safe operation of the equipment.
LOCK THE WINGS FOR SAFE TRANSPORT
Whenthe wings are raised and foldedfortransport,lock
thewings in the transport position withthewingfold lock
pins shown. The lock pins must also be secured with
the lynch pins provided. Proper installation of the wing
lock pins will prevent the wings from falling
uncontrollably during transport if a problem occurs with
the hydraulic system.
SAFETY CHAIN, SMV SIGN AND REFLECTORS
Attachthe safety tow chain and makesurethatthe SMV
sign and reflectors supplied are installed on the unit
before transporting.

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. When hooking to the tractor always use an
approved draw pin. Secure the draw pin in
place with a safety pin (or other locking
device). The tractor and cultivator should
also be connected together with an
approved safety chain.
2. Make sure that the rear jackisraisedbefore
moving the cultivator.
3. Connectthe cultivator’shydrauliclines tothe
tractor. Note that the 3/8” lines activate the
wingfold hydraulicsand the½” linesactivate
the wheel lift hydraulics.
4. Extend the master wheel lift cylinder and
removetransportlock fromthecentrewheel
cylinder rod.
5. Remove the wing lock pins and activate the
hydraulics to lower the wings. Check to see
that no observers or obstructions are in the
path of the wings!
6. For proper field operation the wing fold
cylindersmust befullyextended to allowthe
wings to float.

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7. Level the cultivator for the tractor draw bar
height and set the working depth by
following the procedure outlined in later in
this manual under Operating Adjustments.
8. Periodically lift the machine completely out
of the ground (or when turning at the end of
thefield).Fullyextendthecylindersand hold
the remote lever briefly. This rephases the
wheel cylinders and keeps the wings at a
uniform working depth with the centre
section.
9. Try to avoid making sharp turns when
workingthe soil.Turningwiththe tinesinthe
ground can cause high stress levels in the
cultivatorframe andtwists thetines, causing
prematurefailure.Sharp turnsare especially
stressful on the wide wing fold models, as
the wing on the inside of the turn may
actually try to move backwards in the soil!
Lifting the cultivator helps to reduce stress
on the cultivator tines and framework.

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FIELD LEVELLING PROCEDURE OVERVIEW
1. Set the working depth of the cultivator as described in step 4 of the operating adjustments.
2. Cultivate a short distance and stop. Level the cultivator in the fore aft direction using the
procedure in step 3, of the operating adjustments.
3. Adjust the wheelcylindertowers on the wings according tostep2in the operating adjustments
in order to level the wings from side to side with the centre section.
4. Repeat step 2 & 3 until you are satisfied that all the tines are working the soil at a uniform
depth.
5. Set the height of the gauge wheels in order to distribute the load evenly across the front of the
cultivator and to help maintain cultivating depth accuracy. See step 6 of the operating
adjustments.
NOTE:The gauge wheels should notbeusedtoset the working depth of the tines nor arethey
designed to carry the weight of the machine. They are provided to ensure depth accuracy is
maintained in uneven field conditions and should only have light contact with the surface of
theground.
6. Use the Mechanical Stroke Control on the master cylinder, according to step 5 in the operating
adjustments, whenever you need to adjust the working depth of the cultivator from the original
mechanicaldepthsetting of the wheel tower sliders. Remember to re-adjustthegaugewheels
after changing the working depth setting of the machine.

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OPERATINGADJUSTMENTS
1. Before the machine can be used in thefield somebasic adjustments needto bemade in order
to level the machine from side to side and front to back. The first step is to make sure that the
centre section is level and that both centre section wheel arm links are set in the same holes.
The different hole settings provide adjustment for the working depth and road clearance de-
pendingon the type (and height) ofthetinethat is installed on your cultivator.This should have
been done during set up, but it is important to verify that both wheel arm links are set in the
same hole so that the centre section will work level from side to side within the depth range for
tine option you have chosen.
2. Adjust the wing wheel sliders in order to make the cultivator wings run level from side to side
with the centre frame. Other "fine tuning" adjustments can be made later when you get to the
field. When the wheel cylinders are fully retracted, adjust each wheel tower slider by removing
the clip pin and turning the threaded adjuster with a 1 1/2" socket or box end wrench.
We suggest that the sliders be adjusted to an initial setting of 4". (NOTE: A 1" change in the
slider adjustment makes approximately 3" difference in the working depth).
Note how the cultivator wings in this photograph are running higher than the center section.
Therefore the wheel adjuster should be lengthened to lower the wing wheels and make the wings
level with the centre frame.
Remove lock pin to make adjustments.
Turn the adjustment casting to move the slider
in or out as needed so the wing wheel is
running level and at the same depth as the
center section from side to side. Be sure to set
bothwing wheel slidersthesame by measuring
the extended length of the slider.
4"

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3. Once the cultivator is set level side to side, the machine must be adjusted to run level from
front to back. This "fore & aft" leveling is accomplished by adjusting the top link of the hitch in
or out by turning the pitch adjuster located near the pivot links. Remove the spring clip pin and
adjustthe top link as requiredtobring the front rowoftineslevel with the tinesonthe back.The
adjustment of the working depth and setting of the castering gauge wheels will also have an
influence on the fore and aft levelness of the machine and you will have to "fine tune" this
setting as well when you begin working in the field. The front and rear tines should be working
the soil to the same depth.
4. After following the previous steps to level the machine, the initial working depth of the tines
can be set. This is accomplished by adjusting the mechanical stroke control on the centre
section master cylinder out until you are cultivating at the desired depth. The wheel tower
sliders and gauge wheels can then be fine tuned so that the wings work level and at the same
depth as the centre section.
Notehow the culitvator in this
photographis runningdeeper
in the front then at the back.
Therefore the pitch adjuster
should be lengthened to
make the front level with the
back.
Remove lock pin to make adjustments.
Turn the adjustment casting to move the slider
in or out as needed so the machine is running
level from front to back.
Mechanical stroke control Gauge wheel adjustment
Wing wheel adjustment

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6. The gauge wheels should be adjusted equally to evenly distribute the load across the front of
the cultivator and help to maintain fore and aft levelness. Remove the locking clip pin and
crank the gauge wheels up or down as required. Use a tape measure to set each wheel the
same.
7. Take care to secure the hitch and wheel adjustments by snapping the clip pins back into the
"locked" position. This will keep the machine from going out of adjustment when working in
the field.
5. In order change the working depth of the tines, simply adjust the mechanical stroke control on
the master cylinder in or out "shallow up" or deepen the cultivator from the original depth
setting. It should not be necessary to readjust the wheel tower sliders, however you will need
to reset the gauge wheels.
It is important to note that the mechanical depth stop will not compensate for a poor job of
levelling the machine if the initial mechanical adjustments have not been set properly.
Adjustthe gauge wheel to keepthefront corner
of wing from diving or digging in too deep.
Gauge wheels are not to be used to set the
working depth and carry the load of the wings.
They should only have light contact with the
ground to help maintain depth accuracy and
keepthecornersofthewingsfromdippingdown
in tough field conditions.
Remove lock pin to make adjustments.
Turn adjustment casting to raise or lower the
gaugewheels as required. Set both wheels the
samebymeasuring thelength oftheadjustment
threads.

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PARKING THECULTIVATOR
1. When not in use, park the cultivator on level areas only. Install the wheel locks and wing fold
lock pins and release all hydraulic pressure before disconnecting the hydraulic lines from the
tractor.Iftheunit will be parked outside foranextendedperiod of time, remove the wheellocks
and lower the cultivator down to rest on the tines. Fully retract the wheel cylinders so that the
cylinder rods will not be exposed to the elements during the winter months.
2. When parking the unit in the transport position, ensure that the unit is stable by blocking the
wheels to prevent the unit from rolling when disconnected from the tractor.
3. IMPORTANTNOTE:Depending onthe typeof optionallevellingattachment used,the cultivator
may be back heavy and therefore the tongue will fly up when disconnected from the tractor
unless the rear jack is lowered. In order to keep the cultivator level when parked and prevent
possibleinjury when removingthedraw pin, besureto lower therear jack beforedisconnecting
fromthe tractor.

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Refer to the section on "Safety Precautions" and make sure that all persons working with the
implement have been instructed on the safe operation of the unit before performing any
maintenance opreations in and around the working areas of the machine. Make sure that the
implement has been secured properly using the lock out devices supplied and/or ensure that all
reasonable precautions have been taken to ensure that maintenance can be conducted in a safe
manner by service personnel.
MAINTENANCE & LUBRICATION
1. Lubricate the pivoting linkages, wing fold
hinges and other wear points regularly.
2. Grease the wheel bearings, hubs and
tandemarmpivotsweekly,especiallybefore
road transtort. Bearing lubrication is
recommended more frequently depending
on the acreage worked or amounts of road
travel involved.
3. Inspect the wheel arm pivot points and
linkages regularly for signs of excessive
wear.
4. Check the condition of the tires regularly
and always maintain proper tire inflation.

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8. Frequently check the hydraulic system for
leaks. Tighten any leaking fittings and
carefully inspect the hydraulic lines and
replace any worn or damaged hoses.
Caution: Hydraulic oil under pressure can
be extremely dangerous.
6. Check all wheel bolts and secure transport
locks before transporting.
7. Occasionally check the condition of the
pivot pin connections and other moving
linkages for excessive wear. Replace
excessively worn pins and linkages.
9. The cultivators hydraulic system is a
rephasingtypesystem wherethe movement
of the larger centre section Master Cylinder
controls the movement of the smaller wing
wheel cylinders connected in series. It is a
very reliable system but can be difficult to
troubleshoot if one of the hose connections
are wrong or an internal leak develops in
one or more of the cylinders. For these and
otherproblems, pleaserefer tothehydraulic
trouble shooting guide in the back of the
booklet.
5. Check all nuts and bolts, especiall the tine
clamp bolts, after the first few hours of
operation and secure if loose. Inspect the
shares daily and replace worn ones.
Never crawl under the machine to change
sharesorperform othermaintenance unless
theframe is blocked to keep itfromfallingin
the event of accidental operation or failure
of the hydraulic system.

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10.After makingrepairsto the hydraulicsystem
please follow these additional instructions
in order to remove air from the wheel
cylinders and hydraulic lines:
A) Activate cylinders through two full cycles
of extension and retraction.
B) Extend cylinders completely and hold
lever while relief valve squeals for a
minimum of 30 seconds.
C) Activate cylinders to full extension and
retraction,theyshouldnowmoveinunison.
If the cylinders do not move in and out
smoothly repeat step B, as there may still
be some air in the lines.
Note: If wheels do not work in unison, refer
to the layout diagrams for the hydraulics.
Carefully check to make sure that the hose
connections & cylinder locations on the
cultivator match the hydraulicassembly
diagrams provided.
11.The cultivator should never be assembled
andplaced inthe foldedpositionwithout first
charging the hydraulic system, but never
assumethishas been done! Even on a new
machine, leaks can occur from improperly
assembled hydraulic components and the
folding system could have lost enough oil
to allow the wings to free fall to the ground
when the unit is unfolded.
If you suspect there is a problem with the
wing fold system...
DO NOT USE THE HYDRAULICS TO
LOWER THE WINGS!
If the wings are in the folded position with
uncharged cylinders or you have
discovered a leak in the folding system, the
wings should be lowered to the ground in a
safemanner.
12.Remove clevis pins from the cylinder rods.
Hold or block the wing fold cylinders in an
upright position so that the rods can be
extended and retracted several times to fill
the cylinders with oil and remove all the air
fromthe hydraulic lines. Replaceclevispins
and check to make sure all connections are
correct and secure. The hydraulic system
can now be operated safely to fold and
unfold the cultivator.

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Spare part list / 2800 Wheel Lift Hydraulics. Date: 2000, 06.
Fig. Part no. Description
1 600470110 Quick Coupler (Optional-not part of hose kit)
2 600470233 1/2" Hose 1/2" Pipe x 1/2" JIC - 230" (all models)
3 600470244 1/2" Hose 1/2" Pipe x 1/2" JIC - 375" (2800-60-20')
600470235 1/2" Hose 1/2" Pipe x 1/2" JIC - 395" (2800-70-23')
600470245 1/2" Hose 1/2" Pipe x 1/2" JIC - 415" (2800-80-26')
600470234 1/2" Hose 1/2" Pipe x 1/2" JIC - 435" (2800-90-30')
4 600470182 1/2" Hose 1/2" JIC x 1/2" JIC - 175" (2800-60-20')
600470239 1/2" Hose 1/2" JIC x 1/2" JIC - 195" (2800-70-23')
600470177 1/2" Hose 1/2" JIC x 1/2" JIC - 215" (2800-80-26')
600470137 1/2" Hose 1/2" JIC x 1/2" JIC - 235" (2800-90-30')
5 600470147 1/2" Hose 1/2" JIC x 1/2" JIC - 310" (2800-60-20')
600470149 1/2" Hose 1/2" JIC x 1/2" JIC - 350" (2800-70-23')
600470151 1/2" Hose 1/2" JIC x 1/2" JIC - 390" (2800-80-26')
600470153 1/2" Hose 1/2" JIC x 1/2" JIC - 430" (2800-90-30')
6 600470049 Elbow 1/2" O-ring x 1/2" JIC - 90 Degree
7 600474502 Cylinder 4.5 x 8 Rephasing with Mechanical Stroke Control - Midway
8 600474503 Cylinder4.25 x 8 Rephasing - Midway
9 600474504 Cylinder 4 x 8 Rephasing - Midway
600361039 Carriage Bolt 1/4" x 1"
600365006 Locknut 1/4"
600470047 HoseClamp 1/2"

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