Krone Titan R/50 GL User manual

Operating instructions No. 4080-1 GB
Short-stork loading wagon
Titan R/50 GL
Titan R/54 GL
Titan 6/50 GL
Titan 6/54 GL (from Machine no. 582 760)

Dearcustomer,
These are the operating instructions for the KRONE product which
you have just acquired.
These operating instructions contain important information on the
correct and safe operation of this machine.
If these operating instructions for any reason become partly or totally
unusable, you can obtain a replacement copy for your machine by
quoting the number given overleaf.
Spelle, 01.04.2003
(Dr.-Ing. Josef Horstmann, General Manager)
(pp Dr.-Ing. Klaus Martensen, Manager of Construction and Development)
(Wolfgang Ungruh, Manager of Quality Assurance)
We
are solely responsible for the product
to which this declaration refers complying with the relevant fundamental safety and health
requirements of EC Directive 89/392/EEC; 3 and Directive Amendment of 22.07.93.
EC Declaration of Conformance
in compliance with EC Directive 89/392/EEC
MaschinenfabrikBernardKroneGmbH
Heinrich-Krone-Str.10,D-48480Spelle
Short-stalk loading wagon
Models: Titan R/50 GL ; Titan R/54 GL; Titan 6/50 GL; Titan 6/54 GL

Foreword
Dear Customer,
By purchasing the Titan series short-stalk loading wagon,
you have acquired a quality product from the "House of"
KRONE.
Thank you for the confidence which you have expressed
in purchasing this machine.
In order to get the optimum use out of your short-stalk
loading wagon, please read through these operating
instructions carefully before using the machine.
The contents are arranged so that you are provided with
detailed information on all the necessary activities
according to the sequence of operations. We have provided
comprehensive instructions and information on
maintenance, the safe use of the machine, safe working
methods, special safety measures and available
accessories. It is important to follow these instructions
and take in the information they contain to ensure the
operational safety and reliability of your short-stalk loading
wagon and to maintain the value of your investment.
Please note the following
Always store these operating instructions ready to
hand in the container provided for them. These
instructions are a component of your machine.
Only operate your machine in accordance with these
instructions.
It is vitally important that you follow the safety
instructions.
Likewise, follow the relevant accident prevention
regulations and the other generally recognised
industrial safety, industrial medical and road traffic
regulations.
All information, diagrams and technical data in these
operating instruction are in accordance with the latest
position at the time of publication.
We reserve the right to make structural changes at any
time without notification of the reasons for doing so.
Should these operating instructions become partly or
totally unusable, you can acquire a replacement copy
for your machine by quoting the number given overleaf.
We wish you every success with your KRONE
machine.
Maschinenfabrik Bernard Krone GmbH
Spelle, Germany

Foreword

Contents
Contents
1 General information .......................................................................... I -1
1.1 Use ........................................................................................................................... I -1
1.2 Information on the product ......................................................................................... I -1
2 Safety.................................................................................................. II -1
2.1 Identification of safety remarks in the operating instructions ...................................... II -1
2.2 Personnel qualifications and training ........................................................................ II -1
2.3 Dangers involved in not following the safety instructions ............................................ II -1
2.4 Working with the appropriate safety awareness ........................................................ II -1
2.5 Safety and Accident Prevention Regulations ............................................................. II -2
2.6 Hitched-up machines ................................................................................................ II -3
2.7 Operation of the power take-off shaft ........................................................................ II -3
2.8 Hydraulic unit ............................................................................................................ II -3
2.9 Tyres ........................................................................................................................ II -4
2.10 Maintenance ............................................................................................................ II -4
2.11 Conversion by the customer and making spare parts ................................................ II -4
2.12 Non-permitted modes of operation ........................................................................... II -4
2.13 Safety instructions attached to the machine .............................................................. II -4
2.14 Position of the general information panels on the machine ........................................ II -8
3 Operation .......................................................................................... III -1
3.1 General information ................................................................................................. III -1
3.2 Special safety instructions ....................................................................................... III -1
3.3 Hitching up to the tractor .......................................................................................... III -2
3.4 Connections ............................................................................................................ III -3
3.5 Pick up .................................................................................................................... III -6
3.5.3 Pick-up roller feelers rear (on special request) ......................................................... III -6
3.6 Baffle plate .............................................................................................................. III -6
3.7 Cutting unit .............................................................................................................. III -7
3.8 Road travel ............................................................................................................. III -11
3.9 Handling the trailing axle (special fitting) ................................................................. III -11
3.10 Work input ............................................................................................................. III -12
3.11 Shutting down ........................................................................................................ III -14
4 Standard operation ........................................................................ IV -1
4.1 General information ................................................................................................ IV -1
4.2 Special safety instructions ...................................................................................... IV -1
4.3 Control panel .......................................................................................................... IV -2
5 Operator-friendly solenoid control unit ....................................... V -1
5.1 General information ................................................................................................. V -1
5.2 Special safety instructions ....................................................................................... V -1
5.3 Control panel ........................................................................................................... V -2
5.4 Checking the sensors .............................................................................................. V -3

Contents
6 Hydraulic system ............................................................................ VI -1
6.1 Special safety instructions ...................................................................................... VI -1
6.2 Adjusting the hydraulic system ................................................................................ VI -2
7 Maintenance ................................................................................... VII -1
7.1 Special safety instructions ...................................................................................... VII -1
7.2 General information ................................................................................................ VII -1
7.3 Tyres ......................................................................................................................VII -2
7.4 Hitch eyes on the tow-bar ....................................................................................... VII -3
7.5 Adjusting the sensor for the automatic scraper floor cut-out ..................................... VII -4
7.6 Maintenance instructions for the hydraulic system ................................................... VII -5
7.7 Checking and changing the oil ................................................................................ VII -6
7.8 Chain tension .........................................................................................................VII -7
7.9 Scrapers ................................................................................................................ VII -8
7.10 Checking the safety rollers of the individual knife protection system ........................VII -9
7.11 Lubrication ........................................................................................................... VII -10
7.12 Central lubrication of feed unit and pick-up drive chains ........................................ VII -13
7.13 Brake system ....................................................................................................... VII -14
7.14 Care after daily use ..............................................................................................VII -16
8 Overwintering................................................................................ VIII -1
8.1 Special safety instructions ..................................................................................... VIII -1
8.2 General information ............................................................................................... VIII -1
9 Recommissioning........................................................................... IX -1
9.1 Special safety instructions ...................................................................................... IX -1
9.2 General information ................................................................................................ IX -1
10 Faults – causes and removal ........................................................... X1
10.1 Special safety instructions ......................................................................................... X1
10.2 Table of faults, their causes and removal .................................................................... X1
A1 Initial hitch up ....................................................................................A -1
A1.1 Adjusting the tow-bar to the appropriate height and adjusting the towing eye............ A -2
A1.2 Attaching the articulated shaft .................................................................................. A -4
A1.3 Assembling the superstructure ................................................................................ A -6
A2 Electrical circuit diagram ................................................................A -9

I - 1
General information
1 General information
1.1 Use
The short-stalk loading wagon is designed for the
collection, transport and putting down of agricultural
stalk material.
The variable cutter theoretically provides for cutting
lengths up to 40mm.
1.2 Information on the product
1.2.1 General information
These operating instruction apply to short-stalk loading
wagon Models Titan R/50 GL; Titan R/54 GL;
Titan 6/50 GL and Titan 6/54 GL from
Machine no. 582 760
1.2.2 Manufacturer’s address
Maschinenfabrik Bernard Krone GmbH
Heinrich-Krone-Strasse 10
D-48480 Spelle (Germany)
Telephone: [phone]
Facsimile 0 59 77/935-339
E-mail: [email protected]
1.2.3 Certification
Declaration of conformance (requirements of EC
Directive 89/392/EEC; 3 and Directive amendment of
22.07.93 are complied with)
See inside title page
1.2.4 Identification label
Maschinenfabrik Bernard Krone GmbH
Heinrich-Krone-Str. 10 D-48480 Spelle
Made in
Germany
Model
Year of manufacture
Vehicle-
ident-no.
The whole identification label has
documentation value and must not be
altered or made unrecognisable
1.2.5 Information for enquiries and
orders
When ordering spare parts, the model number, vehicle
identification number and the year of manufacture of
the corresponding machine must be quoted.
Spare parts form other manufacturers
may only be used after consultation
with the manufacturer of this
equipment. In the interest of safety,
only genuine parts and accessories
authorised by the manufacturer should
be used. No liability can be accepted
for consequences resulting from the
use of other parts.
KDW00050
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1.2.6 Connections
See Hydraulic system circuit diagram -
See chapter hydraulics
See Electrical system circuit diagram - See appendix
1.2.7 Intended use
The Titan series short-stalk loading wagons are built
exclusively for agricultural work (proper use).
Any other use is considered improper use. The
manufacturer is not liable for any damage resulting from
improper use; the risk is borne solely by the user.
Proper use includes following the operating, maintenance
and service instructions stipulated by the manufacturer.
Permitted loads:
agricultural storks such as hay, straw and grass silage.
The collection and loading of other
materials is only permitted after
agreement with the manufacturer.
In any case, the basic requirement is
that the load material is laid in
swathes and picked up independently
by the pick-up when it passes over.
1.2.8 General technical data
The weights shown on the serial plate must not be
exceeded when the short-stalk loading wagon is in
operation.

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General information
Technical data Titan R/50 GL Titan R/54 GL
TiTan 6/50 GL Titan 6/54 GL
Total length mm 7985 8735
Total width mm 2536 2536
Total height mm 3580 (3680)*3580 (3680)*
Total height folded down mm 2950 2950
Platform height mm 1280 1280
Track width mm 1950 1950
Tyres 500/50-17 14PR 500/50-17 14PR
DIN capacity for dry material
(DIN 11741) approx. m3 26,5 29
KRONE protection from foreign objects Individual cutter protection Individual cutter protection
Cutting length for
17 cutters approx. mm 80 80
35 cutters approx. mm 40 40
Pick-up working width
(DIN 11200) mm 1700 1700
Power consumption approx. kW (HP) 88 (120) 99 (125)
Permitted laden weight kg 14.500 14.500
(15.500) (15.500)
Loading time approx. min. 5 - 8 6 - 9
Unloading time approx. min. 1.5 2
Ground clearance of the
hydraulic articulated tow-bar approx. mm 750 750
Single- or double-acting
hydraulic connection with free
return must be available yes yes
1.2.9 Technical data
Not all weights and dimensions necessarily correspond
to the serial design and are not binding.
*Forage extension hoops to be installed at the
required height.

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