KUHN MERGE MAXX 950 User manual

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Operator's manual
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MERGE MAXX 950
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1. - Dear Owner
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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
andcarefullyinspectedinthesamefactorythatbuilds the machineto 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 the conditions of use (products to handle, soil, weather
conditions, etc...).
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 2019 KUHN

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2. Contents
1. Dear Owner .....................................................................................................................3
2. Contents..........................................................................................................................4
3. Identification of the machine.........................................................................................8
3.1 Front view (transport position) ......................................................................................................... 8
3.2 Rear view (working position)............................................................................................................ 8
3.3 Location of the plates....................................................................................................................... 9
3.4 Optional equipment........................................................................................................................ 13
4. Safety.............................................................................................................................14
4.1 Description of symbols used in this document...............................................................................14
4.2 Safety instructions ......................................................................................................................... 15
4.2.1 Introduction....................................................................................................................... 15
4.2.2 Read and follow the safety instructions............................................................................ 15
4.2.3 Precautions to be taken before carrying out any operations on the machine................... 16
4.2.4 Precautions to take before using the machine ................................................................. 16
4.2.5 Precautions when driving ................................................................................................. 17
4.2.6 Precautions when driving on public roads........................................................................17
4.2.7 Maximum speed...............................................................................................................18
4.2.8 Precautions when coupling...............................................................................................19
4.2.9 Hydraulic circuit................................................................................................................ 20
4.2.10 PTO shaft..........................................................................................................................21
4.2.11 Precautions during manoeuvres....................................................................................... 22
4.2.12 Remote controlled components........................................................................................22
4.2.13 Tyres................................................................................................................................. 23
4.2.14 Hydro-pneumatic accumulator.......................................................................................... 23
4.2.15 Safety decals....................................................................................................................23
4.2.16 Waste disposal .................................................................................................................24
4.2.17 Precautions for maintenance and repair work.................................................................. 24
4.2.18 Projection of stones and foreign objects........................................................................... 25
4.2.19 Precautions for machine use............................................................................................ 25
4.2.20 Precautions to take before using the terminal..................................................................26
4.2.21 Precautions to take when using the terminal.................................................................... 26
4.2.22 Burn hazard......................................................................................................................26
4.2.23 Precautions to take before using the parking stands........................................................ 26

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4.3 Location and description of safety decals on the machine............................................................ 27
4.3.1 Location of safety decals..................................................................................................27
4.3.2 Description of safety decals ............................................................................................. 28
4.4 Road safety equipment and recommendations............................................................................. 30
4.4.1 Tyre pressure ................................................................................................................... 31
4.4.2 Instructions specific to France.......................................................................................... 32
4.4.3 Specific recommendations for the European Union......................................................... 32
4.5 Likely critical failures...................................................................................................................... 33
4.6 Incorrect use of the machine by the user ...................................................................................... 33
4.7 Limit state criteria........................................................................................................................... 33
4.8 Machine handling .......................................................................................................................... 34
4.8.1 Lifting the machine........................................................................................................... 34
5. Machine specifications................................................................................................ 36
5.1 Description and glossary ............................................................................................................... 36
5.1.1 Designated use of the machine........................................................................................ 36
5.2 Technical specifications................................................................................................................. 37
5.2.1 Designated parameters.................................................................................................... 37
5.3 Required equipment...................................................................................................................... 38
5.3.1 Wheels ............................................................................................................................. 38
5.3.2 Braking system................................................................................................................. 39
5.3.3 PTO shaft ......................................................................................................................... 39
5.3.4 Safety............................................................................................................................... 40
5.4 Sound levels.................................................................................................................................. 40
6. Putting into service...................................................................................................... 41
6.1 Description of control elements ..................................................................................................... 41
6.2 Description of the controls............................................................................................................. 41
6.3 Assembly and fitting ...................................................................................................................... 42
6.3.1 Control terminal mounting................................................................................................ 42
6.3.2 Electrical power supply..................................................................................................... 42
6.4 Coupling and uncoupling............................................................................................................... 43
6.4.1 Description of coupling elements ..................................................................................... 43
6.4.2 Prevention against unauthorised use............................................................................... 44
6.4.3 Preparing the tractor......................................................................................................... 44
6.4.4 Coupling the machine.......................................................................................................46
6.4.5 Hydraulic connections......................................................................................................48
6.4.6 Connections for the hydraulic braking (depending upon specification)............................ 50

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6.4.7 Pneumatic braking connections (depending upon specification)...................................... 50
6.4.8 Electrical connections....................................................................................................... 52
6.4.9 Primary PTO shaft............................................................................................................52
6.4.10 Adjusting the machine ......................................................................................................55
6.4.11 Uncoupling the machine...................................................................................................55
6.4.12 Handling ........................................................................................................................... 57
7. Instructions for transport ............................................................................................58
7.1 Putting the machine into transport position....................................................................................58
7.1.1 If the work units are distant............................................................................................... 59
7.1.2 If the work units are close.................................................................................................60
7.2 Conformity with the road regulations ............................................................................................. 61
7.3 Machine transport using transport means ..................................................................................... 62
8. Instructions for work....................................................................................................63
8.1 Putting the machine into work position .......................................................................................... 63
8.2 Adjustments in working position.....................................................................................................65
8.2.1 Adjusting the pick-up working height................................................................................ 66
8.2.2 Adjustment of the windguard aggressiveness.................................................................. 67
8.2.3 Ground pressure adjustment of the side pick-ups............................................................ 68
8.2.4 Flow control valve (Conveyor).......................................................................................... 69
8.2.5 Adjustment of the time delay when inverting the conveyor belt direction of rotation........69
8.3 Machine use .................................................................................................................................. 69
8.3.1 Drive speed ......................................................................................................................71
8.3.2 Selecting the windrow delivery mode ............................................................................... 71
8.3.3 Putting the machine in headland turn position.................................................................. 78
8.3.4 Adjusting the headland turn height................................................................................... 83
8.3.5 Use in deteriorated mode ................................................................................................. 83
9. Optional equipment......................................................................................................84
9.1 1 3/8’’ - 6 spline pto shaft............................................................................................................... 84
9.2 1 3/8’’ - 21 spline pto shaft............................................................................................................. 84
9.3 Quick hitch..................................................................................................................................... 84
9.4 Wide wheels .................................................................................................................................. 84
9.4.1 Technical specifications....................................................................................................85
9.5 Mudguard....................................................................................................................................... 85
9.6 Windrow curtain............................................................................................................................. 85
9.6.1 Safety ............................................................................................................................... 86
9.6.2 Putting into service ........................................................................................................... 86
9.6.3 Adjust windrow curtain position ........................................................................................ 87
9.6.4 Instructions for transport................................................................................................... 88
9.6.5 Instructions for work ......................................................................................................... 88

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9.7 SMV sign ....................................................................................................................................... 89
9.8 Abrasion-resistant skids................................................................................................................. 89
9.9 Synthetic skids............................................................................................................................... 89
10. Maintenance and storage............................................................................................ 90
10.1 Frequency chart............................................................................................................................. 90
10.2 Cleaning the machine.................................................................................................................... 92
10.3 Lubrication..................................................................................................................................... 93
10.3.1 Primary PTO shaft............................................................................................................ 94
10.3.2 Draining............................................................................................................................ 94
10.3.3 Greasing........................................................................................................................... 99
10.3.4 Lubrication...................................................................................................................... 103
10.4 Maintenance................................................................................................................................ 107
10.4.1 The belt tension.............................................................................................................. 107
10.4.2 Fixing elements...............................................................................................................111
10.4.3 Tank oil level....................................................................................................................112
10.4.4 Step up gearbox oil level.................................................................................................113
10.4.5 Braking system................................................................................................................114
10.4.6 Tyre pressure ..................................................................................................................115
10.4.7 Changing of a wheel........................................................................................................116
10.4.8 Emptying the air reservoir (depending upon specification) .............................................117
10.5 Storage.........................................................................................................................................118
10.5.1 At the end of each season...............................................................................................118
10.5.2 At the start of each season..............................................................................................118
10.5.3 Storage............................................................................................................................119
10.6 Dismantling and scrapping of the machine...................................................................................119
11. Troubleshooting guide .............................................................................................. 120
12. Limited Warranty........................................................................................................ 121

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83. - Identification of the machine
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3. Identification of the machine
3.1 Front view (transport position)
3.2 Rear view (working position)

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3.3 Location of the plates
- Do not remove the manufacturer,
homologation and marking plates attached
to the machine.
- Please write below the type and serial number of
the machine.
• Serial Number:
- This information is to be given to the Kuhn
authorized dealer for any spare parts order or
warranty claim.
3.3.1 Description
Model identification plate
1: Manufacturer name and address
3: Brand
4: KUHN logo
5: Description of the machine
7: Model
9a: Machine serial number
9b: Barcode (Machine serial number)
12: Weight empty (Minimum/Maximum)
18: Data matrix
19: Plate reference
27: Place of manufacture
28: Manufactured by... for...
34: Special operation
Certification plate (CE)
For machines aimed at countries which are
members of the European Union (EC marking).
4: KUHN logo
7: Model
9: Machine serial number
19: Plate reference
23: Logo CE
24: Manufacturing year
26: Model year
54: Data matrix
9: Serial Nr. 34: Ex
5: Machine
7: Model
09993000
3: Brand
kg
kg
12: Unladen Mass min/Max
3: 商 Brand
9: 机架号 Serial Nr. 34: Ex
5: 机器描述 Machine
7: 型号 Model
kg
12: 卸重量最小/最大Unladen Mass min/max kg
1
34
18
19
3
9a
5
7
12
28
27
9b
4
24: Year of Construction
26: Model Year
7: Model
9: Serial Nr.
23
54
4
19
7
9
24
26

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Certification plate (EAC)
For machines aimed at countries member of the
Eurasian customs union (EAC marking).
4: KUHN logo
7: Model
9: Machine serial number
19: Plate reference
23: Logo EAC
25: Manufacturing year
26: Model year
54: Data matrix
Importer plate (BRASIL)
For machines to be sent to Brazil.
1: Manufacturer name and address
4: KUHN logo
7: Model
9: Machine serial number
19: Plate reference
24: Manufacturing year
54: Data matrix
25: Month-Year of Construction
26: Model Year
7: Model
9: Serial Nr.
23
54
4
26
25
7
9
19
0000
24: Year of Construction
09993700
MODEL1234
7: Model
19
18 4
1
24
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