Krone Comprima F 155 XC User manual

Original Operating Instructions
Document no.: 150001050_01_en
Status: 05/11/2019
RP701-21
Round Baler
Comprima F 155 XC
From machine no.: 1022623

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Original Operating Instructions 150001050_01_en
Contact
Maschinenfabrik Bernard Krone GmbH & Co. KG
Heinrich-Krone-Straße 10
48480 Spelle
Germany
Telephone main office + 49 (0) 59 77/935-0
Telefax main office + 49 (0) 59 77/935-339
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tional territory
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https://mediathek.krone.de/
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Vehicle identification number
Year of manufacture
Contact data of your dealer

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1 Information on This Document................................................................................................. 9
1.1 Validity ......................................................................................................................................... 9
1.2 Re-ordering.................................................................................................................................. 9
1.3 Applicable documents.................................................................................................................. 9
1.4 Target group of this document..................................................................................................... 9
1.5 How to use this document ........................................................................................................... 9
1.5.1 Directories and references........................................................................................................... 9
1.5.2 Information on direction ............................................................................................................. 10
1.5.3 Term “machine”.......................................................................................................................... 10
1.5.4 Figures....................................................................................................................................... 10
1.5.5 Scope of the document.............................................................................................................. 10
1.5.6 Means of representation ............................................................................................................ 10
1.5.7 Conversion table........................................................................................................................ 12
2 Safety ........................................................................................................................................ 14
2.1 Intended use .............................................................................................................................. 14
2.2 Reasonably foreseeable misuse................................................................................................ 14
2.3 Service life of the machine......................................................................................................... 15
2.4 Basic safety instructions ............................................................................................................ 15
2.4.1 Importance of operating instructions.......................................................................................... 15
2.4.2 Personnel qualification of the operating personnel.................................................................... 15
2.4.3 Personnel qualification of the technicians.................................................................................. 16
2.4.4 Children in danger ..................................................................................................................... 16
2.4.5 Connecting the machine ............................................................................................................ 16
2.4.6 Structural modifications on the machine.................................................................................... 16
2.4.7 Additional equipment and spare parts ....................................................................................... 16
2.4.8 Jobs on the machine.................................................................................................................. 17
2.4.9 Operational safety: Technically sound condition ....................................................................... 17
2.4.10 Danger zones ............................................................................................................................ 18
2.4.11 Ensuring functionality of safety devices..................................................................................... 20
2.4.11.1 Keeping universal shaft guard functional................................................................................... 20
2.4.12 Personal protective equipment .................................................................................................. 20
2.4.13 Safety markings on the machine ............................................................................................... 21
2.4.14 Road safety................................................................................................................................ 21
2.4.15 Parking the machine safely ....................................................................................................... 22
2.4.16 Consumables............................................................................................................................. 22
2.4.17 Dangers arising from environment............................................................................................. 22
2.4.18 Sources of danger on the machine............................................................................................ 24
2.4.19 Dangers in connection with certain activities: Working on the machine .................................... 25
2.4.20 Dangers in connection with certain activities: working on wheels and tyres.............................. 26
2.4.21 Behaviour in dangerous situations and in case of accidents ..................................................... 27
2.5 Safety routines........................................................................................................................... 27
2.5.1 Shutting down and safeguarding the machine........................................................................... 27
2.5.2 Securing raised machine and machine parts against lowering.................................................. 27
2.5.3 Carrying out oil level check and oil and filter element changes safely....................................... 28
2.5.4 Running actuator test................................................................................................................. 28
2.6 Safety labels on the machine..................................................................................................... 29
2.7 Safety equipment....................................................................................................................... 35
2.7.1 SMV emblem ............................................................................................................................. 36
3 Data memory ............................................................................................................................ 37
4 Machine description ................................................................................................................ 38
4.1 Machine overview ...................................................................................................................... 38
4.2 Overload protections on the machine ........................................................................................ 38
4.3 Identification plate...................................................................................................................... 39
4.4 Function description net wrapping ............................................................................................. 39
4.5 Function description net and chamber film wrapping ................................................................ 40
4.6 Function description cutting unit ................................................................................................ 41
5 Technical data.......................................................................................................................... 42
5.1 Consumables............................................................................................................................. 44

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5.1.1 Oils............................................................................................................................................. 44
5.1.2 Lubricating greases ................................................................................................................... 44
6 Initial operation ........................................................................................................................ 45
6.1 Scope of delivery ....................................................................................................................... 45
6.2 Mounting hose and cable support.............................................................................................. 46
6.3 Preparing the brake disc of the wrapping material brake .......................................................... 46
6.4 Checking/adapting the tyre pressure ......................................................................................... 46
6.5 Adjusting the drawbar height ..................................................................................................... 47
6.6 Universal shaft ........................................................................................................................... 49
6.6.1 Adjusting the length of the universal shaft ................................................................................. 49
6.6.2 Mounting protective cap of universal shaft ................................................................................ 50
6.6.3 Mounting universal shaft bracket ............................................................................................... 50
6.6.4 Mounting the universal shaft on the machine ............................................................................ 51
6.7 Removing the tensioning device................................................................................................ 51
7 Commissioning........................................................................................................................ 53
7.1 Connecting machine to tractor................................................................................................... 53
7.2 Mounting the universal shaft on the tractor................................................................................ 54
7.3 Connecting hydraulic hoses....................................................................................................... 55
7.4 Connecting hydraulic brake (export).......................................................................................... 56
7.5 Coupling the hydraulic auxiliary brake ....................................................................................... 57
7.6 Connecting/disconnecting compressed air connections for the compressed air brake ............. 57
7.7 Adjusting drawbar eye ............................................................................................................... 58
7.8 Connecting the KRONE ALPHA operation unit ......................................................................... 58
7.9 Connecting KRONE terminal DS 500 ........................................................................................ 59
7.10 Connecting KRONE BETA II terminal........................................................................................ 61
7.11 Connecting the KRONE ISOBUS terminal (CCI800, CCI 1200)............................................... 63
7.12 Connecting foreign ISOBUS terminal ........................................................................................ 65
7.13 Connecting the camera to the KRONE ISOBUS terminal CCI 800 or CCI 1200....................... 67
7.14 Connecting the road lighting ...................................................................................................... 67
7.15 Mounting safety chain................................................................................................................ 68
8 Operation.................................................................................................................................. 69
8.1 Preparation before baling .......................................................................................................... 69
8.2 Filling the bale chamber............................................................................................................. 69
8.3 Improving bale chamber filling ................................................................................................... 71
8.3.1 Reducing the pressure on the side walls of the bale chamber .................................................. 71
8.3.2 Mounting additional driver guide rails on the starter roller ......................................................... 71
8.3.3 Mounting additional deflector sheets in the tailgate................................................................... 72
8.4 Completing the baling process, starting tying cycle and ejecting round bales........................... 73
8.5 Operating the support jack......................................................................................................... 73
8.6 Using the stop cock of the tailgate............................................................................................. 75
8.7 Releasing/applying the parking brake........................................................................................ 76
8.8 Fitting wheel chocks .................................................................................................................. 77
8.9 Removing/mounting the safety device which prevents unauthorised use ................................. 78
8.10 Operating brake force regulator................................................................................................. 78
8.11 Operating the bale counter ........................................................................................................ 79
8.12 Pick-up....................................................................................................................................... 79
8.12.1 Bringing the pick-up to transport/working position ..................................................................... 79
8.12.2 Setting the pick-up working height............................................................................................. 80
8.12.3 Adjusting the bearing pressure relief for the pick-up ................................................................. 81
8.13 Crop press roller unit ................................................................................................................. 81
8.13.1 Setting the crop press roller unit ................................................................................................ 82
8.13.2 Setting the baffle sheet on the crop press roller unit ................................................................. 82
8.13.3 Removing/mounting the baffle sheet on the crop press roller unit............................................. 83
8.14 Cutting unit................................................................................................................................. 84
8.14.1 Lifting/lowering blade cassette................................................................................................... 84
8.14.2 Swivelling blade groups in/out ................................................................................................... 84
8.15 Net wrapping.............................................................................................................................. 87
8.15.1 Inserting the net roll ................................................................................................................... 87
8.15.2 Insert net.................................................................................................................................... 89

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8.16 Net and chamber film wrapping ................................................................................................. 90
8.16.1 Inserting a net or film roll ........................................................................................................... 90
8.16.2 Inserting the net or film .............................................................................................................. 91
8.16.3 Notes on operation .................................................................................................................... 93
8.16.4 Checking the tension of the inserted film................................................................................... 94
8.17 Using the bale ejector ................................................................................................................ 95
8.18 Removing crop blockages ......................................................................................................... 95
8.18.1 Crop blockage at the right-hand and left-hand end of the pick-up............................................. 95
8.18.2 Crop blockage in the pick-up ..................................................................................................... 95
8.18.3 Crop blockage under the cutting rotor ....................................................................................... 96
8.18.4 Crop blockage in the baling element ......................................................................................... 97
8.19 Operating the central chain lubrication system.......................................................................... 97
9 KRONE ALPHA operation unit.............................................................................................. 100
9.1 Overview.................................................................................................................................. 101
9.2 Switching the operation unit on/off........................................................................................... 102
9.3 Start tying process in manual mode ........................................................................................ 102
9.4 Starting tying in automatic mode ............................................................................................. 102
9.5 Setting the net layers ............................................................................................................... 103
9.6 Setting the automatic blocking time ......................................................................................... 103
9.7 Digital sensor test .................................................................................................................... 104
9.8 Analogue sensor test ............................................................................................................... 105
9.9 Setting the feed and end position of the feed rocker arm ........................................................ 105
9.10 Display filling............................................................................................................................ 106
9.11 Showing the software version number..................................................................................... 106
10 KRONE Beta II terminal ......................................................................................................... 107
10.1 ISOBUS Shortcut Button not available .................................................................................... 107
10.2 Switching terminal on/off.......................................................................................................... 108
10.3 Design of display ..................................................................................................................... 109
11 KRONE Terminal DS 500....................................................................................................... 110
11.1 Touchable display.................................................................................................................... 110
11.2 Switching terminal on/off.......................................................................................................... 110
11.3 Design DS 500......................................................................................................................... 111
12 KRONE ISOBUS terminal (CCI 800, CCI1200) .................................................................... 113
12.1 Touchable display.................................................................................................................... 113
12.2 Switching terminal on/off.......................................................................................................... 114
12.3 Design of display ..................................................................................................................... 115
12.4 Design of the KRONE machine application ............................................................................. 115
12.5 Setting units on the terminal .................................................................................................... 116
13 Foreign ISOBUS terminal...................................................................................................... 117
13.1 Varying functions to KRONE ISOBUS terminal ....................................................................... 117
14 Terminal machine functions ................................................................................................. 118
14.1 Status line ................................................................................................................................ 118
14.2 Keys......................................................................................................................................... 119
14.3 Displays on the working screen ............................................................................................... 121
14.4 Displays on the information bar ............................................................................................... 124
14.5 Direction display ...................................................................................................................... 124
14.6 Accessing the working screen ................................................................................................. 125
14.7 Automatic call of the Road travel screen ................................................................................. 126
14.8 Adjusting the baling pressure .................................................................................................. 127
14.9 Operating the hydraulic blade group control system ............................................................... 127
14.10 Operating TIM 1.0 (Tractor Implement Management) ............................................................. 129
14.10.1 Mode of operation of TIM 1.0................................................................................................... 129
14.10.2 TIM displays and keys on the working screen ......................................................................... 130
14.10.3 Activating TIM functions........................................................................................................... 131
14.10.4 Pausing TIM functions ............................................................................................................. 131
14.11 Operating machine via joystick ................................................................................................ 132
14.11.1 Auxiliary functions (AUX) ......................................................................................................... 132

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14.11.2 Auxiliary assignment of a joystick ............................................................................................ 132
15 Terminal menus ..................................................................................................................... 134
15.1 Menu Structure ........................................................................................................................ 134
15.2 Recurring icons........................................................................................................................ 135
15.3 Selecting a menu Level ........................................................................................................... 136
15.4 Selecting a menu ..................................................................................................................... 136
15.5 Changing value........................................................................................................................ 137
15.6 Changing mode ....................................................................................................................... 138
15.7 Tying in the menu level............................................................................................................ 138
15.8 Menu1 “Number of net layers” (net wrapping) ........................................................................ 140
15.9 Menu 1 “Number of film layers” (chamber film wrapping)........................................................ 140
15.10 Menu 3 “Advance signalling” ................................................................................................... 141
15.11 Menu 4 “Tying start delay” (net wrapping) ............................................................................... 141
15.12 Menu 4 “Tying start delay” (chamber film wrapping) ............................................................... 142
15.13 Menu 5 “Bale diameter” ........................................................................................................... 143
15.14 Menu7 “Sensitivity of direction display” .................................................................................. 143
15.15 Menu 8 “Type of tying” (for the “Net and chamber film wrapping” version) ............................. 144
15.16 Menu 10 "Manual operation" (for the "Net wrapping" version)................................................. 145
15.17 Menu 10 “Manual operation” (for the “Net and chamber film wrapping” version) .................... 146
15.18 Menu 13 "Counters"................................................................................................................. 147
15.18.1 Menu 13-1 “Customer counter”................................................................................................ 148
15.18.2 Menu 13-2 "Total counter" ....................................................................................................... 150
15.19 Menu 14 "ISOBUS".................................................................................................................. 151
15.19.1 Menu 14-5 "Configuring TIM software" (for "TIM 1.0" version) ................................................ 151
15.19.2 Menu 14-9 "Switching between terminals"............................................................................... 153
15.20 Menu 15 "Settings" .................................................................................................................. 154
15.20.1 Menu 15-1 "Sensor test" .......................................................................................................... 155
15.20.1.1 Adjusting sensor B08 “Top blade cassette” ............................................................................. 157
15.20.1.2 Adjusting sensor B09/B10 “Filling display left/right”................................................................. 158
15.20.1.3 Adjusting sensor B61 “Tying 1 (passive)” ................................................................................ 159
15.20.2 Menu 15-2 "Actuator test" ........................................................................................................ 159
15.20.3 Menu 15-3 "Software info" ....................................................................................................... 162
16 Driving and transport ............................................................................................................ 163
16.1 Preparing the machine for road travel ..................................................................................... 164
16.2 Parking the machine ................................................................................................................ 164
16.3 Securing the universal shaft .................................................................................................... 164
16.4 Checking road travel lighting ................................................................................................... 165
16.5 Preparing the machine for shipment........................................................................................ 166
16.5.1 Securing the side hoods .......................................................................................................... 166
16.5.2 Securing the storage compartment flap................................................................................... 167
16.5.3 Mounting the tensioning device ............................................................................................... 167
16.5.4 Lifting the machine................................................................................................................... 168
17 Settings................................................................................................................................... 169
17.1 Setting the baling pressure ...................................................................................................... 169
17.2 Setting the bale diameter......................................................................................................... 170
17.3 Setting the cutting length ......................................................................................................... 170
17.4 Checking and setting the position of the feed rocker arm........................................................ 171
17.4.1 Checking and adjusting the feed position ................................................................................ 172
17.4.2 Checking and setting end position for chamber film wrapping ................................................ 173
17.4.3 Checking and setting end position for net wrapping ................................................................ 174
17.5 Setting wrapping material overhang ........................................................................................ 175
17.6 Setting wrapping material brake .............................................................................................. 176
17.7 Setting the brake force release when feeding wrapping material ............................................ 177
17.8 Checking and setting the axial play of the brake disc at the wrapping material brake ............ 178
17.9 Locking/releasing the tension lever ......................................................................................... 179
17.10 Setting the lock of the tapered roller ........................................................................................ 180
17.11 Checking the retaining comb for net wrapping ........................................................................ 181
17.12 Checking the retaining comb for chamber film wrapping......................................................... 182
17.13 Setting the retaining comb for chamber film wrapping............................................................. 183

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17.14 Setting the working lights......................................................................................................... 184
18 Maintenance ........................................................................................................................... 185
18.1 Maintenance table ................................................................................................................... 185
18.1.1 Maintenance – Before the season ........................................................................................... 185
18.1.2 Maintenance – After the season .............................................................................................. 186
18.1.3 Maintenance – once after 10 hours ......................................................................................... 187
18.1.4 Maintenance – once after 50 hours ......................................................................................... 187
18.1.5 Maintenance – Once after 500 round bales............................................................................. 187
18.1.6 Maintenance – every 10 hours, at least daily .......................................................................... 187
18.1.7 Maintenance – every 50 hours ................................................................................................ 188
18.1.8 Maintenance – every 500 hours .............................................................................................. 188
18.1.9 Maintenance – Every 2 years .................................................................................................. 188
18.2 Lubrication chart ...................................................................................................................... 188
18.3 Lubricating the universal shaft ................................................................................................. 192
18.4 Tightening torques ................................................................................................................... 192
18.5 Checking/maintaining tyres...................................................................................................... 196
18.6 Servicing the main gearbox ..................................................................................................... 197
18.7 Checking hydraulic hoses........................................................................................................ 198
18.8 Cleaning the machine .............................................................................................................. 198
18.9 Cleaning deflection pipes or conical tying roller....................................................................... 198
18.10 Clean the bushing and the drawbar eye .................................................................................. 200
18.11 Cleaning drive chains .............................................................................................................. 201
18.12 Protecting brake disc of the wrapping material brake from corrosion...................................... 201
18.13 Checking the screw connections on the drawbar .................................................................... 201
18.14 Setting the scraper and stone deflector ................................................................................... 202
18.14.1 Setting the scraper to the spiral roller ...................................................................................... 202
18.14.2 Adjusting the scraper on the deflection shafts ......................................................................... 204
18.14.3 Adjusting the scraper on the fixed deflection rolls ................................................................... 204
18.14.4 Setting the stone deflectors ..................................................................................................... 204
18.15 Releasing the cam clutch on the universal shaft ..................................................................... 205
18.16 Changing the blades................................................................................................................ 205
18.17 Unlocking/locking blade retaining shaft ................................................................................... 206
18.18 Checking and moving the blade retaining shaft....................................................................... 207
18.19 Grinding the blades.................................................................................................................. 208
18.20 Checking/lubricating the safety rolls of the single blade locking device .................................. 209
18.21 Adjust drive chains................................................................................................................... 209
18.21.1 Drive chain of the pick-up ........................................................................................................ 210
18.21.2 Drive chain of the intake .......................................................................................................... 211
18.21.3 Drive chain of the bale formation conveyor ............................................................................. 211
18.21.4 Drive chain of the auger conveyor ........................................................................................... 212
18.21.5 Drive chain of the starter roller and the lower compression roller............................................ 213
18.22 Checking the bale formation conveyor tension........................................................................ 213
18.23 Setting the baling pressure indicators...................................................................................... 214
18.24 Checking and setting the axial play of the brake disc at the wrapping material brake ............ 215
18.25 Servicing chain lubrication unit ................................................................................................ 216
18.25.1 Checking oil level, topping up oil and changing filter ............................................................... 216
18.25.2 Cleaning the dosing units ........................................................................................................ 217
18.25.3 Replacing the hose on the dosing unit..................................................................................... 218
18.26 Servicing compressed air brake (for version with "Compressed air brake") ............................ 218
18.26.1 Cleaning air filter...................................................................................................................... 218
18.26.2 Drain condensation water from the compressed air tank ........................................................ 219
18.26.3 Retighten tensioning straps at the compressed air tank.......................................................... 220
18.27 Solenoid valves........................................................................................................................ 221
19 Malfunction, cause and remedy ........................................................................................... 222
19.1 Disturbances at the pick-up or during picking up of crops ....................................................... 222
19.2 Disturbances during or after the baling process ...................................................................... 223
19.3 Disturbances at the tying unit or during the tying cycle ........................................................... 225
19.4 Malfunctions on the chain lubrication unit................................................................................ 226
19.5 Faults of the electrics/electronics............................................................................................. 227
19.5.1 Error Messages........................................................................................................................ 227

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19.5.1.1 Possible error types (FMI)........................................................................................................ 228
19.5.2 Overview of fuses .................................................................................................................... 229
19.5.3 Remedying sensor/actuator error ............................................................................................ 229
19.5.4 Error list.................................................................................................................................... 229
19.6 Setting the tailgate lock............................................................................................................ 255
20 Repairs, maintenance and settings by technicians ........................................................... 257
20.1 Servicing the brake system...................................................................................................... 257
20.1.1 Checking the pad thickness of the brake shoes ...................................................................... 258
20.1.2 Checking the stroke of the brake cylinders.............................................................................. 258
20.1.3 Setting brake lever on the single axle...................................................................................... 258
20.1.4 Setting mechanical slack adjuster on the single axle .............................................................. 259
20.1.5 Setting transmission linkage and brake lever on the tandem axle........................................... 260
20.2 Car jack contact points ............................................................................................................ 263
21 Waste disposal....................................................................................................................... 264
22 Appendix................................................................................................................................. 265
22.1 Hydraulic diagram.................................................................................................................... 265
23 Index........................................................................................................................................ 266
24 Declaration of conformity ..................................................................................................... 277

Information on This Document 1
Validity 1.1
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1 Information on This Document
1.1 Validity
This document is valid for machines of type:
RP701-21 (Comprima F 155 XC)
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
KRONEMEDIAhttps://mediathek.krone.de/.
1.3 Applicable documents
To ensure that the machine is used safely and as intended, observe the following further
applicable documents.
• Operating instructions for universal shaft
• Operating instructions for operation unit/terminal
• Operating instructions for camera system (for version with "net wrapping and chamber film
wrapping")
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15.
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.

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1.5 How to use this document
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Examples:
• Check all screws on the machine for firm attachment,refer to page10. (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.
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:

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Icon Explanation Icon Explanation
1
Reference sign for part
I
Position of a part (e.g. move from
position I to position II)
X
Dimensions (e. g. also W = width,
H = height, L = length)
Magnification of display detail
LH
Left side of machine
RH
Right side of machine
Direction of travel Direction of motion
Reference line for visible material Reference line for covered mater-
ial
Centre line Cable routes
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:

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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).
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

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Size SI units (metric) Factor Inch-pound units
Unit name Abbrevi-
ation
Unit name Abbrevi-
ation
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
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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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 devices are available according to the operating instructions and are located in the
protective position.
• all safety instructions of the operating instructions have been observed and complied with,
both in chapter “Basic safety instructions”, refer to page15, and 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, refer to page15.
These operating instructions are part of the machine and must therefore be at hand when the
machine is in use. The machine may be operated only when the operator has received training
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.
The intended use shall also include the adherence to the operating, maintenance and repair
conditions set by the manufacturer.
2.2 Reasonably foreseeable misuse
Any use beyond the intended userefer to page14 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14
• 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
• 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38.
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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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53
• 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 may be seriously injured by the machine or fall off the machine and run over.
Ejected objects may strike and injure passengers.
Never carry passengers 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53.
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27.
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27.
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222.
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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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 or fatally injured. With regard to
safety, it is especially important to observe the following technical limit values:
• 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
Comply with limit values, refer to page42.
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27. 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 be caught, pulled in and seriously injured by the universal shaft.
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. There must be no areas of the locking device on
the PTO shaft fork which could cause catching or entrapment (e.g. by annular design,
protective collar around the locking pin).
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 the driven
components.
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 if they are not needed.
Danger zone between tractor and machine
People standing between the tractor and machine may be seriously injured or killed if the tractor
rolls away or by carelessness or machine movements:
Before carrying out any work between the tractor and the machine: Always turn off and
secure the machine, refer to page27. This also applies to brief inspection work.
If the lifting device must be actuated, instruct all people to keep away from the range of
movement of the lifting device.
Danger zone when drive is switched on
When the drive is switched on, there is a danger to life caused by rotating machine parts.
Ensure that there are no persons in the danger zone of the machine.
Before starting the machine, instruct all people to leave the danger zone of the machine.
In case of dangerous situations, immediately switch off drives and instruct people 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
• Tying unit
• Bale formation conveyor
Shut down and safeguard the machine, refer to page27.
Do not attempt to approach the machine until all moving machine parts have come to a
standstill.
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.
2.4.11.1 Keeping universal shaft guard functional
The overlap of universal shaft and protective cap on the machine must not be less than 50mm.
This minimum overlap is also required for protective devices of wide-angle universal shaft and if
couplings or other components are used. If the operator has to reach between the universal
shaft guard and the protective cap to connect the universal shaft, the clearance on one level
must be at least 50mm. On all levels the clearance must be no more than 150mm.
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.