KUHN FC243RGII User manual

Original instructions
KN041BGB A
Read carefully before starting the machine
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Mower conditioner
B0001 > C0000
FC243RGII
KN041BGB A
- English - 10-2015

1. - Dear Owner
FC243RGII
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1. 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. We therefore reserve 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.
Wear parts
Wearing parts fitted on our machines have been tested in very different situations to optimize their service
life. Nevertheless, the service life depends highly on theconditions of use (products to handle, soil, weather
conditions, etc...).
Designated use of the machine
The FC243RGII mower conditioner must only be used for the work for which it has been designed: mowing
on the ground of hay fields, grass silage fields and improved pastures for the purpose of harvesting fodder
for feeding livestock.
Document illustrations
The illustrations in this manual may be based on one type of machine only. However, all instructions apply
to all machines covered in this manual.
Copyright 2015 KUHN

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2. Contents
1. Dear Owner .....................................................................................................................1
2. Contents..........................................................................................................................2
3. Identification of the machine.........................................................................................5
3.1 Front view ........................................................................................................................................ 5
3.2 Rear view......................................................................................................................................... 5
3.3 Model identification plate .................................................................................................................6
3.4 Optional equipment.......................................................................................................................... 7
4. Safety...............................................................................................................................8
4.1 Description of symbols used in this document.................................................................................8
4.2 Safety instructions ...........................................................................................................................9
4.2.1 Introduction......................................................................................................................... 9
4.2.2 Read and follow the safety instructions..............................................................................9
4.2.3 Precautions to be taken before carrying out any operations on the machine................... 10
4.2.4 Precautions to take before using the machine ................................................................. 10
4.2.5 Precautions when driving ..................................................................................................11
4.2.6 Precautions when driving on public roads........................................................................12
4.2.7 Maximum speed...............................................................................................................16
4.2.8 Precautions when coupling...............................................................................................16
4.2.9 Hydraulic circuit................................................................................................................17
4.2.10 PTO shaft..........................................................................................................................18
4.2.11 Precautions during manoeuvres....................................................................................... 20
4.2.12 Remote controlled components........................................................................................20
4.2.13 Tyres................................................................................................................................. 20
4.2.14 Safety decals.................................................................................................................... 20
4.2.15 Waste disposal .................................................................................................................21
4.2.16 Precautions for maintenance and repair work.................................................................. 21
4.2.17 Projection of stones and foreign objects........................................................................... 22
4.2.18 Precautions for machine use............................................................................................ 23
4.3 Location and description of safety decals on the machine ............................................................ 24
4.3.1 Location of safety decals..................................................................................................24
4.4 Road safety equipment and recommendations ............................................................................. 28
4.4.1 Instructions specific to France.......................................................................................... 28

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5. Machine specifications................................................................................................ 29
5.1 Description and glossary ............................................................................................................... 29
5.2 Technical specifications................................................................................................................. 30
5.3 Sound levels.................................................................................................................................. 30
6. Putting into service...................................................................................................... 31
6.1 Description of control elements ..................................................................................................... 31
6.2 Coupling and uncoupling............................................................................................................... 32
6.2.1 Description of coupling elements ..................................................................................... 32
6.2.2 Preparing the tractor......................................................................................................... 32
6.2.3 Preparing the tractor......................................................................................................... 33
6.2.4 Preparing the machine..................................................................................................... 35
6.2.5 Coupling the machine.......................................................................................................37
6.2.6 Hydraulic connections......................................................................................................38
6.2.7 Electrical connections....................................................................................................... 38
6.2.8 Primary PTO shaft............................................................................................................ 39
6.2.9 Intermediate PTO shaft .................................................................................................... 41
6.2.10 Adjusting the machine...................................................................................................... 43
6.2.11 Uncoupling the machine................................................................................................... 46
7. Instructions for transport............................................................................................ 47
7.1 Putting the machine into transport position ................................................................................... 47
7.2 Conformity with the road regulations............................................................................................. 48
8. Instructions for work................................................................................................... 49
8.1 Putting the machine into work position.......................................................................................... 49
8.2 Adjustments in working position .................................................................................................... 51
8.2.1 Cutting height................................................................................................................... 51
8.2.2 Ground pressure .............................................................................................................. 52
8.2.3 Conditioning intensity....................................................................................................... 56
8.3 Machine use .................................................................................................................................. 57
8.3.1 Drive speed...................................................................................................................... 57

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9. Optional equipment......................................................................................................58
9.1 Raised skid shoes.......................................................................................................................... 58
9.2 Swath shield extensions ................................................................................................................ 58
9.3 Shut off valve................................................................................................................................. 59
9.4 Lateral signalling equipment (for France) ...................................................................................... 59
9.5 USA signalling equipment.............................................................................................................. 60
9.5.1 Coupling and uncoupling.................................................................................................. 60
10. Maintenance and storage ............................................................................................63
10.1 Frequency chart............................................................................................................................. 63
10.2 Cleaning the machine.................................................................................................................... 65
10.3 Lubrication .....................................................................................................................................65
10.3.1 PTO shaft..........................................................................................................................66
10.3.2 Oil change ........................................................................................................................ 67
10.3.3 Lubricate the following parts.............................................................................................70
10.4 Maintenance .................................................................................................................................. 73
10.4.1 Hydro-pneumatic accumulators........................................................................................73
10.4.2 Transport stop................................................................................................................... 74
10.4.3 Work/transport cylinder..................................................................................................... 75
10.4.4 Checking the roller parallelism and gap ........................................................................... 76
10.4.5 Drive chain tension........................................................................................................... 77
10.4.6 Chain replacement and roller synchronization ................................................................. 78
10.4.7 Belt tension....................................................................................................................... 81
10.4.8 Replacing the belts........................................................................................................... 82
10.4.9 Checking cutterbar oil level ..............................................................................................84
10.4.10 Inspection of knives and securing elements.....................................................................85
10.4.11 Outer and inner cones......................................................................................................90
10.5 Storage ..........................................................................................................................................91
10.5.1 At the end of each season................................................................................................91
10.5.2 At the start of each season...............................................................................................92
11. Troubleshooting guide.................................................................................................93
12. Appendix.......................................................................................................................98
12.1 Calculating the load on an axle...................................................................................................... 98
13. Limited Warranty ........................................................................................................107

3. - Identification of the machine
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3. Identification of the machine
3.1 Front view
3.2 Rear view

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3.3 Model identification plate
Please write below the type and serial number of the
machine. This information is to be given to the Kuhn
authorized dealer for any spare parts order or
warranty claim.
Type: FC243RGII
Serial no.:
TYPE
MASSEkg
KUHN S.A.
67700 SAVERNE - FRANCE
N°
MADE IN FRANCE
TYPE
MASSE kg
KUHN S.A.
67700 SAVERNE - FRANCE
N°
MADE IN FRANCE

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3.4 Optional equipment
Tick box corresponding to the equipment fitted on
your machine:
1 3/8 - 6 spline pto shaft.
1 3/8 - 21 spline pto shaft.
32x38 - 8 spline pto shaft.
Lateral signalling equipment.
USA signalling equipment.
Chain stroke limiter.
Swath shield extensions.
Shut off valve.
Raised skid shoes 120 mm (4.72").

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4. Safety
4.1 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.