Krone Comprima F 125 User manual

Original Operating Instructions
Document no.: 150001047_00_en
RP701-10
Round Baler
Comprima F 125
From machine no.: 995323

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Original Operating Instructions 150001047_00_en
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Contents
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1 Information on This Document................................................................................................. 8
1.1 Validity ......................................................................................................................................... 8
1.2 Re-ordering.................................................................................................................................. 8
1.3 Applicable documents.................................................................................................................. 8
1.4 Target group of this document..................................................................................................... 8
1.5 How to use this document ........................................................................................................... 8
1.5.1 Directories and references........................................................................................................... 8
1.5.2 Information on direction ............................................................................................................... 9
1.5.3 Term “machine”............................................................................................................................ 9
1.5.4 Figures......................................................................................................................................... 9
1.5.5 Scope of the document................................................................................................................ 9
1.5.6 Means of representation .............................................................................................................. 9
1.5.7 Conversion table........................................................................................................................ 11
2 Safety ........................................................................................................................................ 13
2.1 Intended use .............................................................................................................................. 13
2.2 Reasonably foreseeable misuse................................................................................................ 13
2.3 Service life of the machine......................................................................................................... 14
2.4 Basic safety instructions ............................................................................................................ 14
2.4.1 Importance of operating instructions.......................................................................................... 14
2.4.2 Personnel qualification of the operating personnel.................................................................... 14
2.4.3 Personnel qualification of the technicians.................................................................................. 15
2.4.4 Children in danger ..................................................................................................................... 15
2.4.5 Connecting the machine ............................................................................................................ 15
2.4.6 Structural modifications on the machine.................................................................................... 15
2.4.7 Additional equipment and spare parts ....................................................................................... 15
2.4.8 Jobs on the machine.................................................................................................................. 16
2.4.9 Operational safety: Technically sound condition ....................................................................... 16
2.4.10 Danger zones ............................................................................................................................ 17
2.4.11 Ensuring functionality of safety devices..................................................................................... 19
2.4.12 Personal protective equipment .................................................................................................. 19
2.4.13 Safety markings on the machine ............................................................................................... 19
2.4.14 Road safety................................................................................................................................ 20
2.4.15 Parking the machine safely ....................................................................................................... 21
2.4.16 Consumables............................................................................................................................. 21
2.4.17 Dangers arising from environment............................................................................................. 21
2.4.18 Sources of danger on the machine............................................................................................ 22
2.4.19 Dangers in connection with certain activities: Working on the machine .................................... 23
2.4.20 Dangers in connection with certain activities: working on wheels and tyres.............................. 24
2.4.21 Behaviour in dangerous situations and in case of accidents ..................................................... 25
2.5 Safety routines........................................................................................................................... 25
2.5.1 Shutting down and safeguarding the machine........................................................................... 25
2.5.2 Securing raised machine and machine parts against lowering.................................................. 25
2.5.3 Carrying out oil level check and oil and filter element changes safely....................................... 26
2.5.4 Running actuator test................................................................................................................. 26
2.6 Safety labels on the machine..................................................................................................... 27
2.7 Safety equipment....................................................................................................................... 32
2.7.1 SMV emblem ............................................................................................................................. 33
3 Data memory ............................................................................................................................ 35
4 Machine description ................................................................................................................ 36
4.1 Machine overview ...................................................................................................................... 36
4.2 Overload protections on the machine ........................................................................................ 36
4.3 Identification plate...................................................................................................................... 37
4.4 Function description net wrapping ............................................................................................. 37
4.5 Function description net and chamber film wrapping ................................................................ 38
5 Technical data.......................................................................................................................... 40
5.1 Consumables............................................................................................................................. 41
5.1.1 Oils............................................................................................................................................. 41
5.1.2 Lubricating greases ................................................................................................................... 42

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6 Initial operation ........................................................................................................................ 43
6.1 Scope of delivery ....................................................................................................................... 43
6.2 Mounting hose and cable support.............................................................................................. 44
6.3 Preparing the brake disc of the wrapping material brake .......................................................... 44
6.4 Checking/adapting the tyre pressure ......................................................................................... 44
6.5 Adjusting the drawbar height ..................................................................................................... 45
6.6 Universal shaft ........................................................................................................................... 46
6.6.1 Adjusting the length of the universal shaft ................................................................................. 46
6.6.2 Mounting protective cap of universal shaft ................................................................................ 47
6.6.3 Mounting universal shaft bracket ............................................................................................... 47
6.6.4 Mounting the universal shaft on the machine ............................................................................ 48
7 Commissioning........................................................................................................................ 50
7.1 Connecting machine to tractor................................................................................................... 50
7.2 Mounting the universal shaft on the tractor................................................................................ 51
7.3 Connecting hydraulic hoses....................................................................................................... 52
7.4 Connecting hydraulic brake (export).......................................................................................... 53
7.5 Coupling the hydraulic auxiliary brake ....................................................................................... 53
7.6 Connecting/disconnecting compressed air connections for the compressed air brake ............. 54
7.7 Adjusting drawbar eye ............................................................................................................... 54
7.8 Connecting the KRONE ALPHA operation unit ......................................................................... 55
7.9 Connecting KRONE BETA II-Terminal ...................................................................................... 55
7.10 Connecting the KRONE ISOBUS terminal (CCI1200).............................................................. 57
7.11 Connecting foreign ISOBUS terminal ........................................................................................ 59
7.12 Connecting the camera to the KRONE ISOBUS terminal CCI 1200 ......................................... 61
7.13 Connecting the road lighting ...................................................................................................... 61
7.14 Mounting safety chain................................................................................................................ 62
8 Operation.................................................................................................................................. 63
8.1 Preparation before baling .......................................................................................................... 63
8.2 Filling the bale chamber............................................................................................................. 63
8.3 Improving bale chamber filling ................................................................................................... 65
8.3.1 Reducing the pressure on the side walls of the bale chamber .................................................. 65
8.3.2 Mounting additional driver guide rails on the starter roller ......................................................... 65
8.3.3 Mounting additional deflector sheets in the tailgate................................................................... 66
8.4 Completing the baling process, starting tying cycle and ejecting round bales........................... 66
8.5 Operating the support jack......................................................................................................... 66
8.6 Using the stop cock of the tailgate............................................................................................. 69
8.7 Releasing/applying the parking brake........................................................................................ 69
8.8 Fitting wheel chocks .................................................................................................................. 70
8.9 Pick-up....................................................................................................................................... 71
8.9.1 Bringing the pick-up to transport/working position ..................................................................... 71
8.9.2 Setting the pick-up working height............................................................................................. 72
8.9.3 Adjusting the bearing pressure relief for the pick-up ................................................................. 73
8.10 Crop press roller unit ................................................................................................................. 73
8.10.1 Setting the crop press roller unit ................................................................................................ 74
8.10.2 Setting the baffle sheet on the crop press roller unit ................................................................. 74
8.10.3 Removing/mounting the baffle sheet on the crop press roller unit............................................. 75
8.11 Net wrapping.............................................................................................................................. 76
8.11.1 Inserting the net roll ................................................................................................................... 76
8.11.2 Insert net.................................................................................................................................... 77
8.12 Net and chamber film wrapping ................................................................................................. 78
8.12.1 Inserting a net or film roll ........................................................................................................... 78
8.12.2 Inserting the net or film .............................................................................................................. 80
8.12.3 Notes on operation .................................................................................................................... 82
8.12.4 Checking the tension of the inserted film................................................................................... 82
8.13 Using the bale ejector ................................................................................................................ 83
8.14 Removing crop blockages ......................................................................................................... 84
8.14.1 Crop blockage at the right-hand and left-hand end of the pick-up............................................. 84
8.14.2 Crop blockage in the pick-up ..................................................................................................... 84
8.14.3 Crop blockage in the baling element ......................................................................................... 84
8.15 Operating the reversing device with crop blockages ................................................................. 85

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8.16 Operating the central chain lubrication system.......................................................................... 87
9 KRONE ALPHA operation unit................................................................................................ 89
9.1 Overview.................................................................................................................................... 90
9.2 Switching the operation unit on/off............................................................................................. 91
9.3 Start tying process in manual mode .......................................................................................... 91
9.4 Starting tying in automatic mode ............................................................................................... 91
9.5 Setting the net layers ................................................................................................................. 92
9.6 Setting the automatic blocking time ........................................................................................... 92
9.7 Digital sensor test ...................................................................................................................... 93
9.8 Analogue sensor test ................................................................................................................. 94
9.9 Setting the actuator for wrapping process ................................................................................. 94
9.9.1 Setting feed position .................................................................................................................. 95
9.9.2 Setting the cutting position......................................................................................................... 95
9.9.3 Setting the tying position............................................................................................................ 96
9.10 Display filling.............................................................................................................................. 97
9.11 Showing the software version number....................................................................................... 97
10 KRONE Beta II terminal ........................................................................................................... 98
10.1 ISOBUS Shortcut Button not available ...................................................................................... 98
10.2 Switching terminal on/off............................................................................................................ 99
10.3 Design of display ..................................................................................................................... 100
11 KRONE ISOBUS terminal (CCI1200).................................................................................... 101
11.1 Touchable display.................................................................................................................... 101
11.2 Switching terminal on/off.......................................................................................................... 102
11.3 Design of display ..................................................................................................................... 103
11.4 Design of the KRONE machine application ............................................................................. 103
11.5 Setting units on the terminal .................................................................................................... 104
12 Foreign ISOBUS terminal...................................................................................................... 105
12.1 ISOBUS Shortcut Button not available .................................................................................... 105
12.2 Varying functions to KRONE ISOBUS terminal ....................................................................... 106
13 Terminal machine functions ................................................................................................. 107
13.1 Status line ................................................................................................................................ 107
13.2 Keys......................................................................................................................................... 108
13.3 Displays on the working screen ............................................................................................... 109
13.4 Accessing the working screen ................................................................................................. 111
13.5 Automatic call of the Road travel screen ................................................................................. 111
13.6 Adjusting the baling pressure .................................................................................................. 112
13.7 Operating TIM 1.0 (Tractor Implement Management) ............................................................. 113
13.7.1 Mode of operation of TIM 1.0................................................................................................... 113
13.7.2 TIM displays and keys on the working screen ......................................................................... 113
13.7.3 Activating TIM functions........................................................................................................... 114
13.7.4 Pausing TIM functions ............................................................................................................. 115
14 Terminal menus ..................................................................................................................... 116
14.1 Menu Structure ........................................................................................................................ 116
14.2 Recurring icons........................................................................................................................ 117
14.3 Selecting a menu Level ........................................................................................................... 118
14.4 Selecting a menu ..................................................................................................................... 118
14.5 Changing value........................................................................................................................ 119
14.6 Changing mode ....................................................................................................................... 120
14.7 Tying in the menu level............................................................................................................ 120
14.8 Menu1 “Number of net layers” (net wrapping) ........................................................................ 122
14.9 Menu 1 “Number of film layers” (chamber film wrapping)........................................................ 122
14.10 Menu 3 “Advance signalling” ................................................................................................... 123
14.11 Menu 4 “Tying start delay” (net wrapping) ............................................................................... 123
14.12 Menu 4 “Tying start delay” (chamber film wrapping) ............................................................... 124
14.13 Menu7 “Sensitivity of direction display” .................................................................................. 125
14.14 Menu 8 “Type of tying” (for the “Net and chamber film wrapping” version) ............................. 126
14.15 Menu 10 "Manual operation" (for the "Net wrapping" version)................................................. 126

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14.16 Menu 10 “Manual operation” (for the “Net and chamber film wrapping” version) .................... 127
14.17 Menu 13 "Counters"................................................................................................................. 128
14.17.1 Menu 13-1 “Customer counter”................................................................................................ 129
14.17.2 Menu 13-2 "Total counter" ....................................................................................................... 131
14.18 Menu 14 "ISOBUS".................................................................................................................. 132
14.18.1 Menu 14-5 "Configuring TIM software" (for "TIM 1.0" version) ................................................ 132
14.18.2 Menu 14-9 "Switching between terminals"............................................................................... 134
14.19 Menu 15 "Settings" .................................................................................................................. 135
14.19.1 Menu 15-1 "Sensor test" .......................................................................................................... 136
14.19.1.1 Adjusting sensor B09/B10 “Filling display left/right”................................................................. 138
14.19.1.2 Adjusting sensor B61 “Tying 1 (passive)” ................................................................................ 138
14.19.2 Menu 15-2 "Actuator test" ........................................................................................................ 141
14.19.3 Menu 15-3 "Software info" ....................................................................................................... 143
15 Driving and transport ............................................................................................................ 144
15.1 Preparing the machine for road travel ..................................................................................... 144
15.2 Parking the machine ................................................................................................................ 145
15.3 Securing the universal shaft .................................................................................................... 145
15.4 Checking road travel lighting ................................................................................................... 146
15.5 Preparing the machine for shipment........................................................................................ 147
15.5.1 Securing the side hoods .......................................................................................................... 147
15.5.2 Securing the storage compartment flap................................................................................... 147
15.5.3 Lifting the machine................................................................................................................... 148
16 Settings................................................................................................................................... 149
16.1 Setting the baling pressure ...................................................................................................... 149
16.2 Setting the brake force release when feeding wrapping material ............................................ 150
16.3 Setting wrapping material brake .............................................................................................. 151
16.4 Setting the working lights......................................................................................................... 152
16.5 Locking/releasing the tension lever ......................................................................................... 153
16.6 Setting the lock of the tapered roller ........................................................................................ 154
16.7 Checking the retaining comb for net wrapping ........................................................................ 155
16.8 Checking the retaining comb for chamber film wrapping......................................................... 156
16.9 Setting the retaining comb for chamber film wrapping............................................................. 157
16.10 Checking and setting the position of the feed rocker arm........................................................ 158
16.11 Using the bale ejector .............................................................................................................. 160
17 Maintenance ........................................................................................................................... 161
17.1 Maintenance table ................................................................................................................... 161
17.1.1 Maintenance – prior to the beginning of the season................................................................ 161
17.1.2 Maintenance – once after 10 hours ......................................................................................... 162
17.1.3 Maintenance – once after 50 hours ......................................................................................... 162
17.1.4 Maintenance – Once after 500 round bales............................................................................. 162
17.1.5 Maintenance – every 10 hours, at least daily .......................................................................... 162
17.1.6 Maintenance – every 50 hours ................................................................................................ 163
17.1.7 Maintenance – every 500 hours .............................................................................................. 163
17.1.8 Maintenance – Every 2 years .................................................................................................. 163
17.1.9 Maintenance – every 6 years................................................................................................... 163
17.2 Lubrication chart ...................................................................................................................... 163
17.3 Lubricating the universal shaft ................................................................................................. 167
17.4 Tightening torques ................................................................................................................... 167
17.5 Position of the sensors ............................................................................................................ 171
17.6 Checking/maintaining tyres...................................................................................................... 172
17.7 Servicing the main gearbox ..................................................................................................... 174
17.8 Checking hydraulic hoses........................................................................................................ 175
17.9 Cleaning the machine .............................................................................................................. 175
17.10 Cleaning deflection pipes or conical tying roller....................................................................... 175
17.11 Clean the bushing and the drawbar eye .................................................................................. 177
17.12 Checking the screw connections on the drawbar .................................................................... 178
17.13 Setting the scraper and stone deflector ................................................................................... 178
17.13.1 Setting the scraper to the spiral roller ...................................................................................... 178
17.13.2 Adjusting the scraper on the deflection shafts ......................................................................... 180

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17.13.3 Adjusting the scraper on the fixed deflection rolls ................................................................... 180
17.13.4 Setting the stone deflectors ..................................................................................................... 181
17.14 Bleed the friction clutch on the universal shaft ........................................................................ 182
17.15 Releasing the cam clutch on the universal shaft ..................................................................... 182
17.16 Adjust drive chains................................................................................................................... 182
17.16.1 Drive chain of the pick-up ........................................................................................................ 183
17.16.2 Drive chain of the intake .......................................................................................................... 184
17.16.3 Drive chain of the bale formation conveyor ............................................................................. 184
17.16.4 Drive chain of the auger conveyors ......................................................................................... 185
17.16.5 Drive chain of the rollers .......................................................................................................... 186
17.17 Checking and setting the bale formation conveyor tension ..................................................... 186
17.18 Setting the baling pressure indicators...................................................................................... 188
17.19 Checking and setting the axial play of the brake disc at the wrapping material brake ............ 190
17.20 Servicing central chain lubrication system............................................................................... 191
17.20.1 Checking oil level, topping up oil and changing filter ............................................................... 191
17.20.2 Cleaning the dosing units ........................................................................................................ 192
17.20.3 Replacing the hose on the dosing unit..................................................................................... 193
17.21 Servicing compressed air brake (for version with "Compressed air brake") ............................ 193
17.21.1 Cleaning air filter...................................................................................................................... 193
17.21.2 Drain condensation water from the compressed air tank ........................................................ 194
17.21.3 Retighten tensioning straps at the compressed air tank.......................................................... 195
18 Malfunction, cause and remedy ........................................................................................... 196
18.1 Disturbances at the pick-up or during picking up of crops ....................................................... 196
18.2 Disturbances during or after the baling process ...................................................................... 197
18.3 Disturbances at the tying unit or during the tying cycle ........................................................... 198
18.4 Malfunctions on the central chain lubrication system .............................................................. 199
18.5 Faults of the electrics/electronics............................................................................................. 200
18.5.1 Error Messages........................................................................................................................ 200
18.5.1.1 Possible error types (FMI)........................................................................................................ 201
18.5.2 Overview of fuses .................................................................................................................... 202
18.5.3 Remedying sensor/actuator error ............................................................................................ 202
18.5.4 Error list.................................................................................................................................... 203
18.6 Setting the tailgate lock............................................................................................................ 224
19 Repairs, maintenance and settings by technicians ........................................................... 226
20 Storage.................................................................................................................................... 227
21 Waste disposal....................................................................................................................... 230
22 Appendix................................................................................................................................. 231
22.1 Hydraulic diagram.................................................................................................................... 231
22.2 Circuit diagram......................................................................................................................... 231
23 Index........................................................................................................................................ 232
24 Declaration of conformity ..................................................................................................... 241

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1.1 Validity
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1 Information on This Document
1.1 Validity
This document is valid for machines of type:
RP701-10 (Comprima F 125)
All information, illustrations and technical data in this document correspond to the latest state at
the time of publication.
We reserve the right to make design changes at any time and without notification of reasons.
1.2 Re-ordering
If this document has become unusable in whole or in part, you can order a replacement, quoting
the document number on the cover sheet. The document can additionally be downloaded via
the KRONEMedia Center http://www.mediathek.krone.de//.
1.3 Applicable documents
To ensure that the machine is used safely and as intended, observe the following further
applicable documents.
1.4 Target group of this document
This document aims at the operator of the machine who fulfills the minimum requirements of
personnel qualification,refer to page14.
1.5 How to use this document
1.5.1 Directories and references
Contents/headers
The contents and headers in this document ensure quick orientation in the chapters.
Index
The index contains catchwords in alphabetical order which enable to find information on a
desired topic easily. The index can be found on the last pages of this document.
Cross references
Cross references to another place in the document or to another document are in the text with
page number.
Examples:
• Check all screws on the machine for firm attachment,refer to page9. (INFORMATION: If
you use this document in electronic form, you get to the link to the stated page by clicking
with the mouse.)
• For further information, refer to the operating instructions of the universal shaft
manufacturer.

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1.5.2 Information on direction
Directional information in this document, such as front, rear, right and left, applies in the
direction of travel of the machine.
1.5.3 Term “machine”
Throughout the rest of this document, the “round baler” will also be referred to as the “machine”.
1.5.4 Figures
The figures in this document do not always represent the exact machine type. The information
that refers to the figure always corresponds to the machine type of this document.
1.5.5 Scope of the document
In addition to standard equipment, accessories kits and versions of the machine are described
in this document. Your machine may deviate from this document.
1.5.6 Means of representation
Icons in the text
The following means of representation (icons) are used to present the text more clearly:
This arrow characterizes an action step. Several arrows in a row identify a sequence of
actions to be performed step by step.
This icon identifies a prerequisite that has to be fulfilled to perform an action step or a
sequence of actions.
This arrow marks the intermediate result of an action step.
This arrow identifies the result of an action step or sequence of actions.
This bullet point identifies an enumeration. If the bullet point is intended, it identifies the
second level of the enumeration.
Icons in figures
The following icons can be used in illustrations:
Icon Explanation Icon Explanation
Reference sign for part Position of a part (e.g. move from
position I to position II)
Dimensions (e. g. also B = width,
H = height, L = length)
Magnification of display detail
Left-hand side of the machine Right-hand side of the machine
side
Direction of travel Moving direction
Reference line for visible material Reference line for covered mater-
ial
Centre line Cable routes

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Icon Explanation Icon Explanation
Tighten screws according to tight-
ening torques table
Tighten screws with specified
tightening torque
open closed
Apply liquid lubricant (e.g. lubricat-
ing oil)
Apply lubricating grease
Warning signs
Warnings of dangers are separated from the remaining text as warning signs and are identified
with a danger sign and signal words.
The warning signs must be read and the measures must be observed in order to prevent
personal injury.
Explanation of danger sign
This is the danger sign that warns of a risk of injury.
Please observe all notes marked with the danger sign in order to avoid injuries or death.
Explanation of signal words
DANGER
The signal word DANGER warns of a hazardous situation which will result in serious injuries
or death if the warning sign is ignored.
WARNING
The signal word WARNING warns of a hazardous situation which will result in serious injuries
or death if the warning sign is ignored.
CAUTION
The signal word CAUTION warns of a hazardous situation which will result in minor to
moderate injuries if the warning sign is ignored.
Example of a warning sign:
WARNING
Eye damage caused by flying dirt particles
When cleaning with compressed air, dirt particles are ejected at high speed and could get into
the eyes. Therefore eyes could be hurt.
Keep people away from the working area.
Wear personal protective equipment when performing cleaning work with compressed air
(e.g. eye protection).

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Warnings of property damage/environmental damage
Warnings of property/environmental damage are separated from the remaining text and marked
with "Notice".
Example:
NOTICE
Gearbox damage due to low oil level
The gearboxes could be damaged when the oil level is too low.
Check gear oil level at regular intervals and top up oil, if necessary.
Check gear oil level approx. 3 to 4 hours after the machine has been switched off. Check
oil level only when machine is in horizontal position.
Notes with information and recommendations
Additional information and recommendations for trouble-free and productive operation of the
machine are separated from the remaining text and marked with “Information”.
Example:
INFORMATION
Each safety label is provided with an order number and can be ordered directly from the
manufacturer or from the authorized specialist dealer.
1.5.7 Conversion table
The following table can be used to convert metric units into US units.
Size SI units (metric) Factor Inch-pound units
Unit name Abbrevi-
ation
Unit name Abbrevi-
ation
Area Hectare ha 2.47105 Acre acres
Volume flow Litres per minute L/min 0.2642 US gallons per
minute
gpm
Cubic metres
per hour
m³/h 4.4029
Force Newton N 0.2248 Pound force lbf
Length Millimetre mm 0.03937 Inch in.
Metre m 3.2808 Foot ft.
Power Kilowatt kW 1.3410 Horsepower hp
Pressure Kilopascal kPa 0.1450 Pounds per
square inch
psi
Megapascal MPa 145.0377
bar (non-SI) bar 14.5038
Torque Newtonmeter Nm 0.7376 pound-foot or
foot-pound
ft∙lbf
8.8507 pound-inch or
inch-pound
in∙lbf
Temperature Degrees Celsius °C °Cx1.8+32 Degrees
Fahrenheit
°F

1 Information on This Document
1.5 How to use this document
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Size SI units (metric) Factor Inch-pound units
Unit name Abbrevi-
ation
Unit name Abbrevi-
ation
Velocity Metres per
minute
m/min 3.2808 Feet per minute ft/min
Metres per
second
m/s 3.2808 Feet per second ft/s
Kilometres per
hour
km/h 0.6215 Miles per hour mph
Volumes Litres L 0.2642 US gallon US gal.
Millilitre ml 0.0338 US ounce US oz.
Cubic centi-
metre
cm³ 0.0610 Cubic inch in³
Weight Kilogram kg 2.2046 Pound lbs

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Intended use 2.1
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2 Safety
2.1 Intended use
This machine is a round baler and is used to press crops to round bales.
The crops designated for the intended use of this machine are cut stalk and leaf crops.
The machine is designed exclusively for use in agriculture and may only be used when
• all safety installations specified in the operating instructions are present and in safety
position;
• all safety information in the operating instructions are known and observed; this goes for
those in the chapter "Basic safety information", refer to page14 as well as for those
comprised directly in the chapters of the operating instructions.
The machine may be used only by people who satisfy the personnel qualification requirements
designated by the machine manufacturer, see refer to page14.
These operating instructions are part of the machine and must therefore be at hand when the
machine is in use. The operation of the machine is permitted only after respective instruction
and in compliance with these operating instructions.
If the machine is used for applications which are not described in these operating instructions,
this may result in serious injuries or death and damage to the machine and other property.
Unauthorised modifications to the machine may affect the properties of the machine or disrupt
the proper operation. For this reason, unauthorised modifications shall exclude any liability of
the manufacturer for consequential damage.
Intended use also comprises compliance with the terms of operation, maintenance, and repair
specified by the manufacturer.
2.2 Reasonably foreseeable misuse
Any use beyond the intended userefer to page13 is regarded as improper use and is therefore
misuse according to the Machinery Directive. The manufacturer is not liable for damage
resulting from this, the user alone bears the risk.
Such misuse is for example:
• Processing of crops which are outside the intended use of the machine,refer to page13
• Transport of people
• Transport of goods
• Exceeding the permitted technical gross weight
• Non-compliance with the safety labels on the machine and safety notes in the operating
instructions
• Performing troubleshooting, setting, cleaning, repair and maintenance work contrary to the
information in the operating instructions
• Unauthorised modifications to the machine
• Attachment of unauthorised or unapproved additional equipment
• Use of spare parts which are not KRONE original spare parts
• Stationary operation of the machine
Unauthorised modifications to the machine may affect the properties of the machine or disrupt
proper operation. For this reason, unauthorised modifications will exclude any liability of the
manufacturer for consequential damage.

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2.3 Service life of the machine
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2.3 Service life of the machine
• The service life of this machine depends on its proper operation and maintenance as well
as the operating and harvesting conditions.
• By heeding the instructions and information in these operating instructions, permanent
operational readiness and a long service life of the machine can be achieved.
• After each operating season, inspect the entire machine for wear and other damage.
• Replace damaged and worn components before recommissioning the machine.
• Carry out a full technical inspection of the machine after five years of machine operation
and make a decision on further machine usage taking the results of this inspection into
account.
• Theoretically, the service life of this machine is unlimited as all worn or damaged
components can be replaced.
2.4 Basic safety instructions
Non-compliance with the safety instructions and warnings
Non-compliance with the safety instructions and warnings may result in injuries and damage to
the environment and property.
2.4.1 Importance of operating instructions
The operating instructions are an important document and a part of the machine. They are
intended for the user and contain information relevant to safety.
Only the procedures indicated in the operating instructions are reliable. If the operating
instructions are not followed, people may be seriously injured or killed.
Before using the machine for the first time, read and follow all the "Basic safety instructions".
Before working, also read and observe the respective sections in the operating instructions.
Keep the operating instructions easily accessible for the machine user at all times.
Keep the operating instructions ready to hand for the user of the machine in the document
storage tube, refer to page36.
Hand over the operating instructions to subsequent users.
2.4.2 Personnel qualification of the operating personnel
If the machine is not used properly, people may be seriously injured or killed. To avoid
accidents, each person who works with the machine must satisfy the following minimum
requirements:
• He is physically capable of controlling the machine.
• He can work safely with the machine in accordance with these operating instructions.
• He understands the method of operation of the machine within the scope of his work and
can identify and avoid the dangers associated with the work.
• He has read the operating instructions and can implement the information in the operating
instructions accordingly.
• He is familiar with driving vehicles safely.
• For road travel he has adequate knowledge of the highway code and has the stipulated
driving licence.

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Basic safety instructions 2.4
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2.4.3 Personnel qualification of the technicians
If the work (assembly, conversion, modification, extension, repairs, retrofitting) is performed
improperly on the machine, people may be seriously or fatally injured. To avoid accidents,
everyone who performs work according to these instructions must meet the following minimum
requirements:
• Qualified professional, with relevant training.
• Capable of assembling the (partially) disassembled machine according to the assembly
instructions provided by the manufacturer.
• Capable of extending, modifying or repairing the function of the machine according to the
relevant instructions provided by the manufacturer.
• Ability to perform the work safely according to these instructions.
• Understands the mode of operation of the work to be performed and the machine and is
able to identify and avoid risk in carrying out the necessary work.
• Has read these instructions and is able to implement the information explained in these
instructions accordingly.
2.4.4 Children in danger
Children are not in a position to assess dangers and behave unpredictably.
Thus children are particularly at risk.
Keep children away from the machine.
Keep children away from consumables.
Make sure that there are no children in the danger zone, especially when starting and
triggering machine movements.
2.4.5 Connecting the machine
When tractor and machine are not correctly connected, there is a risk of causing serious
accidents.
When connecting, observe all the operating instructions:
• The operating instructions of the tractor
• The operating instructions of the machine, refer to page50
• The operating instructions of universal shaft
Observe the changed driving behaviour of the combination.
2.4.6 Structural modifications on the machine
Structural changes and enhancements may impair the functionality and operational safety of the
machine. People may be seriously injured or killed as a result.
Structural changes and enhancements are not permitted.
2.4.7 Additional equipment and spare parts
Additional equipment and spare parts that do not correspond to the requirements of the
manufacturer may affect the operational safety of the machine and cause accidents.
To ensure operational safety, use original parts or standard parts which correspond to the
requirements of the manufacturer.

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2.4.8 Jobs on the machine
Passengers
Passengers can be seriously injured by the machine or fall from the machine and be overrun.
Ejected objects may strike and injure passengers.
As a result, make sure that no one except the operator is on the machine.
2.4.9 Operational safety: Technically sound condition
Operation is only allowed after proper start-up
The operational safety of the machine is not ensured when it is not started up properly
according to these operating instructions. Thus accidents may be caused and persons may be
seriously injured and killed.
Only use the machine after proper start-up, refer to page50.
Technically sound state of the machine
Improper maintenance and setting could influence the operational safety of the machine and
cause accidents. Thus there is a risk of serious injuries or death.
All maintenance and setting work must be performed according to the chapters
“Maintenance and Setting”.
Before performing any maintenance and setting work, shut down and safeguard the
machine, refer to page25.
Danger resulting from damage to the machine
Damage to the machine may impair the operational safety of the machine and cause accidents.
As a result, people may be seriously injured or killed. The following parts of the machine are
particularly important for safety:
• Brakes
• Steering
• Safety Devices
• Connecting devices
• Lighting
• Hydraulics
• Tyres
• Universal shaft
If there are doubts about the operational safety of the machine, for example due to an
unexpected change to the operational behaviour, visible damage or leaking consumables:
Shut down and safeguard the machine, refer to page25.
Immediately eliminate potential causes of damage, for example heavy soiling, or tighten
slack screws.
Determine the cause of damage according to these operating instructions and repair the
damage, if possible, refer to page196.
In case of damage which may affect operational safety and cannot be repaired according to
these operating instructions: Have damage repaired by a qualified service centre.

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Basic safety instructions 2.4
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Technical limit values
If the technical limit values of the machine are not observed, the machine may be damaged. As
a result, accidents may occur and people may be seriously injured or killed. Observance of the
following technical limit values is particularly important for safety:
• Maximum permitted operating pressure of the hydraulics
• Maximum permitted drive speed
• Maximum permitted total weight
• Maximum permitted axle load/axle loads
• Maximum permitted drawbar load
• Maximum permitted axle loads of the tractor
• Maximum permitted transport height and width
• Maximum permitted speed
Observe the limits, refer to page40.
2.4.10 Danger zones
If the machine is switched on, its surrounding can present a danger zone.
Avoid entering the danger zone of the machine by observing the minimum safety distance.
If the safety distance is not observed, people may be seriously injured or killed.
Do not switch on the drives and engine if the minimum safety distance has not been
observed.
If people fail to observe the minimum safety distance, switch off the drives.
Switch the machine off in shunting and field mode.
The safety distance is:
For machine in shunting operation and field mode
In front of the machine 3 m
Behind the machine 5 m
Laterally to the machine 3 m
For machine switched on without driving motion
In front of the machine 3 m
Behind the machine 5 m
Laterally to the machine 3 m
The safety distances specified here are minimum distances in terms of intended use. If
necessary, these safety distances must be increased according to the operating and ambient
conditions.
Before working in front of and behind the tractor and in the danger zone of the machine:
Shut down and secure the machine, refer to page25. This also applies to brief inspection
work.
Consider the information in all relevant operating instructions:
• The operating instructions of the tractor
• The operating instructions of the machine
• The operating instructions of the universal shaft

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Danger zone universal shaft
People may become caught by the universal shaft, pulled in and seriously injured.
Observe operating instructions of universal shaft.
Ensure sufficient overlap of section tube and universal shaft guards.
Make sure that the universal shaft guards are mounted and that they are fully functional.
Allow the universal shaft locks to engage.
Attach chains to prevent the universal shaft guards from rotating with the shaft.
Make sure that there is no one in the danger zone of PTO shaft and universal shaft.
Ensure that the selected speed and direction of rotation of the PTO shaft of the tractor
match the permitted speed and direction of rotation of the machine.
Switch off the PTO shaft when the angles between the universal shaft and the PTO shaft
are too large. The machine may be damaged. Parts may be hurled up and cause injury to
people.
Danger zone PTO shaft
People may be caught, pulled in and seriously injured by the PTO shaft and driven parts.
Before switching on the PTO shaft:
Ensure that all protective devices are mounted and brought into protective position.
Make sure that there is no one in the danger zone of PTO shaft and universal shaft.
Switch off drives in case they are not needed.
Danger zone between tractor and machine
Persons staying between tractor and machine can be seriously hurt or killed as the tractor may
roll away or the machine may move:
Before working between tractor and machine: Shut down and safeguard the machine, refer
to page25. This also applies to short-term control work.
If the lifting device must be actuated, instruct all persons to keep away from the range of
movement of the lifting device.
Danger zone when drive is switched on
When drive is switched on, there is danger to life caused by moving machine parts. People
must not stay in the danger zone of the machine.
Before starting the machine, instruct all persons to leave the danger zone of the machine.
In case of dangerous situations, immediately switch off drives and instruct persons to leave
the danger zone.
Danger zone due to trailing machine parts
If machine parts are trailing, people may be seriously injured or killed.

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After the drives have been switched off, the following machine parts will trail:
• Universal shaft
• Drive chains
• Pick-up
• Cutting rotor
• Twine tying device
• Bale formation conveyor
Shut down and safeguard the machine, refer to page25.
Do not approach the machine until all machines parts have come to a complete stop.
2.4.11 Ensuring functionality of safety devices
If safety devices are missing or damaged, moving machine parts could seriously hurt or kill
persons.
Replace damaged safety devices.
Mount dismounted safety devices and machine parts again before start-up and move them
to protective position.
When there are doubts whether all safety devices are functional and have been correctly
installed, instruct a specialist workshop to check this.
2.4.12 Personal protective equipment
The wearing of personal protective equipment is an important safety measure. Missing or
unsuitable personal protective equipment increases health risks and injuries.
Personal protective equipment is for example:
• Suitable protective gloves
• Safety boots
• Close fitting protective clothing
• Hearing protection
• Safety glasses
Specify and provide personal protective equipment for the particular job.
Use only personal protective equipment which is in proper condition and offers effective
protection.
Adjust personal protective equipment to the person, for example the size.
Remove unsuitable clothing and jewellery (e.g. rings, necklaces) and cover long hair with a
hairnet.
2.4.13 Safety markings on the machine
Safety labels on the machine caution against dangers at danger areas and represent an
important part of the safety equipment of the machine. Missing safety labels increase the risk of
serious and fatal injuries.
Clean dirty safety labels.
Make sure every time after cleaning the safety labels that they are complete and legible.
Immediately replace missing, damaged and unrecognizable safety labels.
Provide spare parts with intended safety labels.
Descriptions, explanations and order numbers of safety labels,refer to page27.

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2.4.14 Road safety
Dangers for road travel
If the machine exceeds the maximum dimensions and weights specified by national law and is
not correctly lit when travelling on public roads, other road users may be endangered.
Before driving on roads, ensure that the maximum permitted dimensions, weights and axle,
drawbar and trailer loads are not exceeded which apply to driving on public roads according
to national law.
Before driving on roads, switch on the road travel lighting and ensure that it functions
properly.
Before driving on roads, close all stop cocks for the hydraulic supply to the machine
between tractor and machine.
Before driving on roads, move the tractor control units to the neutral position and lock them.
Danger when driving on road and field
Hitched and mounted machines change the handling characteristics of the tractor. The handling
characteristics depend for instance on operating state and ground. If changed handling
characteristics are not considered, the driver may cause accidents.
Observe measures for driving on road and field,refer to page144.
Dangers if the machine is not prepared properly for road travel
If the machine is not prepared properly for road travel, serious accidents may occur with traffic.
Before driving on roads, prepare the machine for road travel, refer to page144.
Danger when cornering with a machine hitched and due to the overall width
Accidents can occur when cornering with the machine due to swinging out and also due to the
overall width.
Take the overall width of the combined tractor and machine into account.
Consider the larger swivel range when taking corners.
Consider people, oncoming traffic and obstacles when turning.
Dangers when operating the machine on slopes
The machine may tilt when it is used on slopes. As a result, accidents may occur and people
may be seriously injured or killed.
Do not work and drive on a slope unless the ground of the slope is flat and the adhesion of
the tyres to the ground is ensured.
Turn the machine at low speed. Turn in a large arc.
Avoid driving across a slope because the centre of gravity of the machine will be changed
by payload and by executing machine functions.
Avoid abrupt steering movements on slopes.
On slopes always deposit a round bale in such a way that it cannot move on its own.
Do not park the machine on slopes.