KUHN RPB Operation instructions

GC003AGB D
Complementary instructions
Control box
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GC003AGB D
- English - 08-2010

Dear Owner
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$Dear Owner
In buying a Kuhn machine you have chosen wisely. Into it have gone years of thought, research and
improvement. You will find, as have thousands of owners all over the world, that you have the best that
engineering skill and actual field testing can produce. You have purchased a dependable machine, but only
through proper care and operation can you expect to receive the performance and long service built into it.
This manual contains all the necessary information for you to receive full efficiency from your machine. The
performance you get from this machine is largely dependent on how well you read and understand this manual
and apply this knowledge. Please DO NOT ASSUME YOU KNOW HOW TO OPERATE AND MAINTAIN YOUR
MACHINE before reading this manual carefully. KEEP THIS MANUAL AVAILABLE FOR REFERENCE. Pass
it on to the next owner if you re-sell the machine.
Your KUHN dealer can offer a complete line of genuine KUHN service parts. These parts are manufactured and
carefully inspected in the same factory that builds the machine to assure high quality and accurate fitting of any
necessary replacements.
About improvements
We are continually striving to improve our products. It therefore reserves the right to make improvements or
changes when it becomes practical to do so, without incurring any obligations to make changes or additions to
the equipment sold previously.

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Contents
$Contents
Dear Owner.....................................................................................................................1
Contents..........................................................................................................................2
Control box identification..............................................................................................4
Front view..........................................................................................................................................4
Manufacturers' marking...................................................................................................................5
Optional equipment..........................................................................................................................6
Safety...............................................................................................................................7
Description of symbols used in this document.............................................................................7
Safety instructions...........................................................................................................................8
General description......................................................................................................10
Description and glossary...............................................................................................................10
Technical specifications................................................................................................................11
Description of control elements....................................................................................................12
Access and menu navigation........................................................................................................14
Menu tree structure........................................................................................................................16
Assembly and fitting....................................................................................................17
Tractor requirements .....................................................................................................................17
Description of the connection.......................................................................................................17
Positioning and parking.................................................................................................................18
Putting into service......................................................................................................19
Switches on the control box..........................................................................................................19
Standby mode.................................................................................................................................19

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Configuration ............................................................................................................... 20
Adjustments before first use.........................................................................................................21
Preliminary adjustments at work..................................................................................................24
Machine use ................................................................................................................. 40
Tank.................................................................................................................................................40
Operating data................................................................................................................................42
Spraying start.................................................................................................................................43
Information......................................................................................................................................46
Unfolding/folding of the boom arms ............................................................................................47
Application rate adjustment..........................................................................................................49
AUTO/MAN mode ...........................................................................................................................50
Opening/shut-off of the spraying sections..................................................................................51
"Menu" key .....................................................................................................................................57
Optional equipment.....................................................................................................59
Work spotlights and flashing light ...............................................................................................59
Maintenance and storage............................................................................................ 60
Maintenance....................................................................................................................................60
Storage............................................................................................................................................60
Trouble shooting guide............................................................................................... 61
Alarms.............................................................................................................................................62
Diagnosis........................................................................................................................................64
Description of fuses.......................................................................................................................65
Factory counters............................................................................................................................70
Version............................................................................................................................................71
Appendix ...................................................................................................................... 72
Configuration..................................................................................................................................72
Limited warranty.......................................................................................................... 80

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Control box identification
$Control box identification
1. Front view

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2. Manufacturers' marking
Please note the serial number of your equipment.
This information is to be indicated to the dealer for all
spare parts orders.
- Serial no. (1):
When switched on, the control box displays the following
information:
- Control box version (1):
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Control box identification
3. Optional equipment
Tick box corresponding to the equipment fitted on your
machine:
All equipments listed below are not always
compatible between each other or with your
machine.
See machine corresponding to a specific
configuration.
Check with your authorized KUHN dealer the
equipment compatibility with your machine.
Prior to using optional equipment, it is necessary
to define the parameters.
See concerned section in the "Configuration"
chapter.
Working headlights
Flashing light

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$Safety
1. Description of symbols used in this
document
This symbol indicates a potentially hazardous situation
that if not avoided, could result in serious bodily injury.
This symbol is used to identify special instructions or
procedures which, if not followed strictly, could result in
machinery damage.
This symbol is used to communicate technical
information of particular interest.

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Safety
2. Safety instructions
Introduction
The operator must follow the safety instructions in this
manual and in the machine's operator's manual as well
as respect the warnings posted on the machine. The
operator is also obliged to respect current legislation
concerning accident prevention, work safety and public
traffic circulation.
Read and follow the safety instructions
Before using the control box, carefully read all safety
instructions in this manual.
Before starting work, the operator must be familiar with
all machine controls, handling devices and their
functions. It is too late to learn once work has been
started!
Never let anyone operate the machine who is not trained
to do so.
Should you have any difficulties in understanding certain
parts in this manual, please contact your KUHN dealer.
Precautions to take before using the
control box
Place the control box so thatit cannot interfere with other
tractor controls and be activated inadvertently.
Before switching the control box on, check that nobody
is within the machine pivoting area: switching on the
control box can activate functions on the machine.

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Precautions to take when using the control
box
Do not operate the control box while a person is carrying
out work on the machine.
Switch off control box before carrying out any
maintenance or repair work on the machine.
Precautions when driving
Before transporting the machine on public roads, make
sure no function of the control box or of the control
accessories can be switched on inadvertently. Make
sure tractor valves and power take-off are deactivated
and not inadvertently engaged.

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General description
$General description
1. Description and glossary
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1 : Machine wiring harness 5-pin connector
2 : Control box mounting
3 : Keyboard with 8 function buttons and 1 On/Off button
4 : Screen
5 : Spraying opening and shut-off switches
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2. Technical specifications
Dimensions:
Length
Width
Depth
125 mm (4.9 ’’)
110 mm (4.3 ’’)
95 mm (3.7 ’’)
Operating temperature from -20°C à +60°C
Storage temperature up to +85°C
Voltage input 12 V
Screen 120x 64 pixels
Connector Machine wiring harness 5-pin connector
Wiring harness CAN BUS

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3. Description of control elements
Description of the controls
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1 : Start/Stop: Control box
2 : Screen
3 : Selection key
4 : Switch: Left sequential opening/closing of the spraying sections
5 : Switch: Main opening/closing of the spraying sections
6 : Switch: Right sequential opening/closing of the spraying sections
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Description of screen zones
Work screen description
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1 : Menu and data display 2 : Selection key display
2
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1 : Programmed application rate 2 : Measured application rate
3 : Pressure 4 : Spraying sections
5 : Groundspeed
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4. Access and menu navigation
Navigation keys
To navigate in the menus,use the following keys:
- Menu line change key (1).
- Selection validation key (2).
- Key to return to the previous menu (3).
Menu display (1).
The RPB control box features circular menus.
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Entry and modification of a value
- Press keys (1) and (2) to select the parameter to
modify:
• Move the cursor upwards (1).
• Move the cursor downwards (2).
- Press key (3) to modify parameter.
Numerical value:
- Press keys (1) or (2) to modify the value:
• Increment a value (1).
• Decrement a value (2).
• Value reset (3).
- Validate (4).
or
- Cancel the modification (5).
Alphabetical value:
- Press keys (1) or (2) to select the value to modify:
• Move the cursor to the right (1).
• Move the cursor to the left (2).
- Press keys (3) or (4) to modify the value:
• Increment a value (3).
• Decrement a value (4).
• Value reset (5).
- Validate (6).
or
- Cancel the modification (7).
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2
3
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5
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General description
5. Menu tree structure
Settings
Terminal
Sprayer
Optional equipment
Wheels
Booms
Circulation
Tank
Nozzles
Main menu
Alarms

Assembly and fitting
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$Assembly and fitting
1. Tractor requirements
The tractor must supply a voltage comprised between
11 V and 14 V.
2. Description of the connection
- Connect the machine 3-pin power plug (1).
- Connect machine CAN BUS wiring harness connector
(2) to the control box.
For increased safety, it is recommended to use the
harness supplied with the machine..
- Connect the wiring harness directly to the battery
terminals respecting the polarities.
Never connect battery charger or perform
welding tasks without having previously
disconnected the control box.
Check that the connectors are in a good
condition and clean.
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3. Positioning and parking
Control box mounting
The control box is placed in the tractor cabin on support
(1) to mount.
Control box removal
Disconnect and store control box in a dry and clean
place.
The control box must be easily accessible
from the tractor cab.
The control box must be fitted in a dry place,
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