KUHN GA 300 GT User manual

ASSEMBLY/OPERATOR'SMANUAL
GA 300 GT GYRORAKE
No 95312 A.GB - 01.97

DEAR OWNER,
In buying a KUHN machine you have chosen wisely. Into it have gone years of thought,
researchandimprovements.Youwillfind,ashavethousandsofownersallovertheworld,that
you have the best that engineering skill and actual field testing can produce. You have
purchased a dependable machine, but only by 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.Theperformanceyougetfromthismachineislargelydependantuponhowwellyou
readandunderstandthismanualandapplythisknowledge.PleaseDONOTASSUMETHAT
YOU KNOW HOW TO OPERATE AND MAINTAIN YOUR MACHINE before reading this
manual carefully. KEEP THIS MANUAL AVAILABLE FOR REFERENCE.
YourKUHN dealerwillinstruct youonthegeneral operationofyourmachine. He isinterested
that you get the best performance possible and will be glad to answer any special questions
that may arise regarding the operation of the KUHN 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.
When ordering service parts it is important that you indicate the type of machine concerned
and its serial number.
Forthisreasonpleasecompletethemodelidentificationplatediagrambelowwiththerequired
information. This will provide you with an easy reference for future service parts orders.
ABOUT IMPROVEMENTS
KUHN iscontinuallystriving to improveitsproducts and,therefore,reserves the righttomake
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
PAGE
Safety 2
Safetydecals 7
Technicalspecifications 9
Assembly 9
Attachment 12
- Fitting to tractor 12
-PTO transmission shaft 13
Workingpositionandadjustments 14
Operation 15
Forwardspeed 15
Swathscreen 16
Transport 16
Parking 17
Lubrication 17
Importantrecommendations 18
Optionalequipment 18
Conditionsoflimitedwarranty 19
Copyright1997 KUHN S.A.

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SAFETY
Theabovesymbolisusedthroughoutthismanualeverytimerecommendationsaremadeconcerningyoursafety,
the safety of others, or the good operation of the machine.
Theserecommendationsmustbemadeknown to all machine operators.
DESIGNATED USE OF THE MACHINE
TheGA300GTGyrorakemustonlybeusedfortheworkforwhichithasbeendesigned:rakingonthegroundand
formingwindrowsofpre-mowedfodderandstraw.
Themanufacturerisnotheldliableforanydamageresultingfrommachineapplicationsotherthanthosespecified
bythemanufacturer.
Any use other than the designated operation is at the risk and responsibility of the operator.
Designated use of the machine also means :
-followingoperation,maintenanceandrepairrecommendationsgivenbythemanufacturer;
-using only genuinespare parts, equipmentand accessories asdesignated by themanufacturer.
TheGA300GTGyrorakemustonlybeoperated,maintainedandrepairedbycompetentpersonswhoarefamiliar
withmachinespecificationsandoperationandareawareofanydangerinvolved.
Theoperatormustimperativelyrespectcurrentlegislationconcerning:
-accidentprevention,
- work safety,
-public traffic circulation.
All safety advice indicated on the machine must be strictly observed.
Themanufacturerisnotheldliableforanydamageresultingfrommachinemodificationscarriedoutbytheoperator
himselforbyathirdpartywithoutpreviouswrittenagreementfromthemanufacturer.

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GENERAL SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS
Beforeoperatingthemachine,alwaysensurethattractorandmachineareinaccordancewithworksafetyandroad
trafficregulations.
BASICPRINCIPLES
1. Inadditiontotherecommendationsgiveninthismanual,legislationonworksafetyandaccidentpreventionmust
alsobe respected.
2. Adviceis indicated on themachine, specifying safety recommendationsin order to preventaccidents.
3. Beforetravellingonpublicroads,theoperatormustensurethatthemachineconformstoroadtrafficregulations.
4. Before starting work, the operator must be familiar with all machine controls, handling devices and their
functions. Once at work, it is too late to do so !
5. Donot wear loose clothing whichcould become caughtup in movingelements.
6. Useatractorequippedwithasafety cab. Keep windows and roof hatchclosedforreducedsoundlevelwhile
operatingthePTOdriveimplement.
7. Beforestarting upthemachineand beginningwork,checkthesurroundingarea(bewareofchildren!).Make
sure there is sufficient visibility.
Keepall people andanimals away fromthedanger zone ofthe machine (riskof projection !)
8. Carryingpeople or animalson the machinewhen working or intransport is strictlyforbidden.
9. Machine must only be attached to tractor using means provided and in accordance with current safety
standards.
10. Whenattachingor removing the machine, placetheparkingstandinto the corresponding position.
11. Specialcare should be takenwhenattachingor removing the machinefromthe tractor.
12. Before attaching the machine, ensure that the front tractor axle is sufficiently ballasted.
Ballast is to be placed on the supports provided in accordance with instructions of the tractor manufacturer.
13. Donotsurpassthemaximumaxleloadortheoveralltransportweightasprescribedbythetractormanufacturer.
14. Donot exceed the maximumtransportwidthauthorized by roadtrafficregulations.
15. Beforetransportingthemachineonpublicroads,ensurethatalllegallyrequiredguardsandindicators(lights,
reflectors...) are in place andin good operation.
16. Alloperatingcontrols(cords,cables,rods...)mustbepositionedsothattheycannotbesetoffaccidently,risking
accidentordamage.

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17. Before traveling on public roads, put the machine into its transport position as instructed in this operator’s
manual.
18. Neverleavethe tractorseatwhilethemachine isoperating.
19. Drive speed must be adapted to ground conditions as well as to roads and paths.
Alwaysavoidabruptchangesofdirection.
20. Precisionsteering,tractoradherence,roadholdingandefficientbrakingareinfluencedbythetypeofimplement,
weight,ballastoffrontaxle,groundorroadconditions.Itisthereforeofutmostimportancetobecautiousinevery
givensituation.
21. Beparticularlycautiouswhenturningcorners,payingattentiontomachineoverhang,length,heightandweight.
22. Beforeoperatingthemachine, ensurethat allsafetyguardsarefirmlyinplaceand in good condition. If worn
ordamaged,replaceimmediately.
23. Beforeoperatingthemachine,checkthetightnessofallnutsandbolts,particularlyonfixingelements(blades,
tines, knives, spades ...)
24. Keepclearofthemachineoperatingarea.
25. WARNING ! Danger of crushing and shearing can exist when components are operated by hydraulic or
pneumaticcontrols.
26. Beforeleavingthetractororbeforeadjusting,maintainingorrepairingthemachine,turnofftheengine,remove
the ignition key and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop.
27. Donotstandbetweenthetractorandthemachineunlessthehandbrakeistightand/orstopshavebeenplaced
underthewheels.
28. Beforeanyadjustments,maintenanceorrepairsarecarriedout,ensurethatthemachinecannotbestartedup
accidentally.
ATTACHMENT
1. Whenattachingorremovingthemachinefromthetractor,ensurethatthemachinecannotmoveunexpectedly
(securewithwedges if necessary).
2. Donotexceedthemaximumallowabledownpressureappliedbythemachinedrawbaronthetractorhitchpoint.
3. Ensurethatverticalandhorizontalpivotanglesbetweenmachinetongueandtractorhitchpointaresufficientto
allowsafeoperation.

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POWERTAKE-OFF
1. Useonly the PTO shaftsupplied with the machineor recommended by themanufacturer.
2. PTO guards must always be in place and in good condition.
3. Checkforcorrect PTOoverlapwhenatworkand intransport.
4. BeforeattachingorremovingthePTOshaft,disengagePTOshaft,turnoffengineandremoveignitionkey.
5. IfaprimaryPTOshaftisequippedwithaslipclutchorafreewheel,thesemustbefittedonthemachinePTO.
6. Ensure that PTO shaft is always correctly fitted and locked into place.
7. Make sure guards are correctly in place and secured with the safety chains provided.
8. Before engaging PTO, ensure that PTO speed and direction are in accordance with manufacturer's
recommendations.
9. BeforeengagingPTO, keepallpeopleandanimalsclearfrom themachine.
10. NeverengagePTOshaftwhentractorengineisturnedoff.
11. NeversurpassthePTOanglerecommendedbythemanufacturer.
12. WARNING!RotatingelementscancontinueturningmomentarilyafterPTOisdisengaged.Keepclearuntilall
rotating elements are at a standstill.
13. Whenremovingthemachine,placePTOshaftonthesupportsprovided.
14. Fit the safety cap on tractor PTO.
15. ReplaceanywornordamagedPTOguardsimmediately.

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TIRES
1. Beforeanyworkisperformedonthewheels,ensurethatthemachinerestsonthegroundandisperfectlystable
so that it cannot move accidentally (put wedges in place).
2. Assembly,disassemblyandrepairofwheelsandtiresmustonlybecarriedoutbycompetentpersonswhoare
equippedwithstandardizedtools.
3. Checktirepressureregularly!
Respectmanufacturer’srecommendationsontirepressure.
MAINTENANCE
1. Before checking for any machine malfunction and before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine,
disengagePTO,turnoffengineandremoveignitionkey.
2. Check tightness of nuts and bolts regularly. Retighten if necessary.
3. If the machine is raised, prop it up in a stable position before carrying out any maintenance work.
4. Whenreplacingaworkingpart,wearprotectionglovesandonly use standardized tools.
5. Itisforbiddentodiscardanyoil,greaseorfilters.Thesemustbegiventowastedisposalorganisationstoprotect
theenvironment.
6. Disconnect power source before any work is done to the electric system.
7. Checksafety guardsregularly, particularly those that aresubject to wear. Replace immediatelyif damaged.
8. Sparepartsusedmustbeinaccordancewithspecificationsandstandardsasdefinedbythemanufacturer.Use
onlygenuine KUHNparts!
9. Before any electric welding is carried out on tractor or attached machine, disconnect generator and battery
terminals.
10. Repairs on elements under pressure or tension (springs, accumulators etc...) must only be carried out by
competentpersonswithstandardizedequipment.

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SAFETY DECALS
THEFOLLOWINGSAFETYPICTORIALSHAVEBEENPLACEDON YOUR MACHINE IN THE AREAS
INDICATED.THEYAREINTENDEDFORYOURPERSONALSAFETYANDFORTHESAFETYOFTHE
PEOPLE WORKING WITH YOU. THE TEXT SHOWN ON THEM GIVES THEIR PRECISE MEANING.
ENSURETHATTHESEPICTORIALS ARE ALWAYS LEGIBLE.IFTHEYARENOT, REPLACE THEM.

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