KUHN SpeedRake SR108 GII User manual

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Wheel Rake
SR108 GII ---A1020-40E00001 >
SR110 GII ---A1020-50E00001 >
SR112 GII ---A1020-60E00001 >
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1. - Dear Owner
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1. Dear Owner
Copyright 2019 KUHN
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.
Wearing parts
Wearing parts fitted on our machines have been tested in very different situations to optimize their service
life. Nevertheless, the service life depends highlyon the conditions of use (products to handle, soil, weather
conditions, etc...).
Designated use of the machine
The SpeedRake® Wheel Rake must only be used for the work for which it has been designed: raking on
the ground and forming windrows of pre-mowed fodder and straw.

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2. Contents
1. Dear Owner .....................................................................................................................1
2. Contents..........................................................................................................................2
3. Identification of the machine.........................................................................................4
3.1 Front view ........................................................................................................................................ 4
3.2 Rear view......................................................................................................................................... 4
3.3 Identification of the machine............................................................................................................ 5
3.4 Optional equipment.......................................................................................................................... 6
4. Safety...............................................................................................................................7
4.1 Description of symbols used in this document.................................................................................7
4.2 Safety instructions ...........................................................................................................................8
4.3 Location and description of safety decals on the machine ............................................................ 16
4.4 Road safety equipment and recommendations ............................................................................. 19
4.4.1 Transport lock...................................................................................................................20
5. Machine specifications................................................................................................21
5.1 Description and glossary ............................................................................................................... 21
5.2 Technical specifications ................................................................................................................. 22
6. Putting into service......................................................................................................23
6.1 Coupling and uncoupling ............................................................................................................... 23
6.1.1 Machine requirements......................................................................................................23
6.1.2 Drawbar height adjustment...............................................................................................23
6.1.3 Coupling the machine.......................................................................................................24
6.1.4 Safety chain...................................................................................................................... 26
6.1.5 Hydraulic connection ........................................................................................................26
6.1.6 Uncoupling the machine................................................................................................... 27
7. Instructions for transport ............................................................................................28
7.1 Place the machine in transport position.........................................................................................28
7.2 Conformity with the road regulations ............................................................................................. 29

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8. Instructions for work................................................................................................... 30
8.1 Place the machine in working position .......................................................................................... 30
8.2 Adjustments in working position .................................................................................................... 31
8.2.1 Setting windrow width....................................................................................................... 32
8.2.2 Turning at headlands........................................................................................................ 33
8.2.3 Setting rake arm angle.....................................................................................................34
8.2.4 Changing the working width............................................................................................. 35
8.3 One side raking ............................................................................................................................. 36
8.4 Adjusting rake wheel ground pressure .......................................................................................... 37
8.5 Adjusting hydraulic hose length..................................................................................................... 38
9. Optional equipment..................................................................................................... 39
9.1 Center kicker wheel....................................................................................................................... 39
9.1.1 Locking center kicker wheel in the transport position....................................................... 40
9.1.2 Adjusting center kicker wheel ground pressure................................................................ 41
9.2 Helper springs ............................................................................................................................... 41
9.3 Individual rake arm control ............................................................................................................ 42
9.4 Hydraulic flow restrictor ................................................................................................................. 42
9.5 Safety chain................................................................................................................................... 42
9.6 Transport lights.............................................................................................................................. 43
9.7 Ball hitch........................................................................................................................................ 46
9.8 Windguard..................................................................................................................................... 46
9.9 Tandem axle.................................................................................................................................. 46
10. Maintenance and storage............................................................................................ 47
10.1 Lubrication..................................................................................................................................... 47
10.2 Maintenance.................................................................................................................................. 48
10.3 Storage.......................................................................................................................................... 49
11. Limited Warranty.......................................................................................................... 50

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

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3.3 Identification of the machine
3.3.1 Location of the plates
3.3.2 Description
Do not remove the manufacturer, homologation and marking plates attached to the machine.
Note the serial number of your machine:
• Serial Number:
This information is to be given to the Kuhn
authorized dealer for any spare parts order or
warranty claim.
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
3: Brand
9: Serial Nr. 34: Ex
5: Machine
7: Model
kg
12: Unladen Mass min/max
kg
1
34
18
19
3
9a
5
7
12 28
27
9b
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3.4 Optional equipment
Check the boxes corresponding to the equipment
fitted on your machine:
Kit no. 18968445: Center kicker wheel
Kit no. 70176256: Helper springs
Kit no. 70143499: Hydraulic flow restrictor
Kit no. 83080001: Safety chain
Kit no. 18968436: Ball hitch
Kit no. 18978700: Tandem axle
Kit no. 18967491: Windguards
Kit no. 18978865: Individual rake arm control
Kit no. 18978512: SAE light harness
Kit no. 18978678: ISO light harness

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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 instructionsor
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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4.2 Safety instructions
Read and follow the safety instructions
Before using the machine, carefully read all the
safety instructions in this manual and the warnings
placed on the machine. Failure to follow the
instructions contained in this manual could result in
product or property damage, severe personal injury,
or death. All applicable safety procedures, codes
and requirements of any federal, provincial, state
and local agencies, as well as safe working
practices and good judgment, must be used by
personnel when assembling, servicing, adjusting or
operating this equipment.
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
any parts of this manual, please contact your KUHN
dealer.
Safety shutdown procedure
Before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the
machine, depressurize hydraulics, turn off the
engine, remove ignition key and wait until all moving
parts have come to a complete stop.
Introduction
The machine must only be operated, maintained and repaired by qualified persons who are familiar with
the machines' operation and understand safety regulations and procedures for preventing accidents.
The operator must follow the safety instructions in this manual and in the warnings posted on the machine.
The operator is also obliged to respect current legislation concerning accident prevention, work safety and
public traffic circulation.
The intended use of the machine includes following all operation, maintenance and repair
recommendations given by the manufacturer, and using only genuine spare parts, equipment and
accessories, as recommended by the manufacturer.
The manufacturer is not held liable for any damage resulting from machine applications other than those
specified by the manufacturer. Any use other than the designated operation is at the risk and responsibility
of the operator.
The manufacturer is not held liable forany damage or accidentresulting from machine modifications carried
out by the operator himself or by a third party without previous written agreement from the manufacturer.

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Precautions to take before using the
machine
Do not wear loose clothing which could become
caught up in moving parts.
Wear appropriate protective clothing (gloves,
shoes, goggles, hearing protection, etc.).
Ensure that all operating controls (ropes, cables,
rods, etc) are placed so as they cannot be operated
unintentionally and cause damage or injury.
Before operating the machine, check tightness of
nuts and bolts, particularly on components that the
machine uses to process material (tines, forks,
blades, knives, etc). Retighten if necessary.
Before operating the machine, ensure that all the
safety guards are firmly in place and in good
condition. Immediately replace any worn or
damaged guard.
Precautions when driving
Tractor handling, stability, performance and braking
efficiency are all affected by weight distribution,
trailed or mounted implements, additional ballast
and driving conditions. It is therefore of great
importance that the operator exercises caution in
every given situation.
Do not allow anyone to ride on the machine.
Drive speed must be adapted to ground conditions
as well as to roads and paths. Always avoid abrupt
changes of direction. Avoid operating the machine
when making sharp turns or crossing gullies or
ditches.
When working on slopes or inclines, travel uphill or
downhill. Keep the tractor/truck transmission in
gear when going downhill.
Be particularly cautious when turning corners,
paying attention to machine overhang, length,
height and weight.
Avoid driving on loose fill, rocks, inclines, ditches,
and holes.
Never use a narrow track tractor on very uneven or
steeply sloping ground.
Never leave the tractor seat while the machine is
operating.
Carrying people or animals on the machine when
working or in transport is strictly forbidden.

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Precautions when driving on public roads
Dimensions
Depending on the dimensions of the machine,
contact the relevant authorities to ensure that it can
be legally transported on public roads. If the
machine is over the maximum legal size, follow the
applicable regulations for special transportation of
oversize equipment.
Gross weight and weight per axle
Check that the tractor's authorized gross weight as
well as its lift capacity and maximum weight per axle
are not exceeded.
If the machine is over the maximum legal weight,
follow the applicable regulations for special
transportation of oversize equipment.
The front axle load (1) must never, under any
circumstances, be less than 20% of the tractor's
unladen weight. If necessary, add ballast weights to
the front or to the rear to preserve the steering and
braking efficiency.
Transport position
Before transporting the machine on public roads,
place the machine into its transport position,
according to the instructions in this manual.
Lights and indicators
Before transporting the machine on public roads,
ensure that all legally required lights and indicators
are in place.
Ensure that lights and indicators are clean and in
good working order. Replace any missing or broken
equipment.
Maximum speed
Always keep to the legal speed limit for driving a
tractor-machine assembly on public roads.
Always obey current regulations for driving
on roads.
kg
lb
kg
lb
1
The maximum speed for transport of this
machine is 20 mph (32 kmh).
20
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8
0
5
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Precautions when coupling
Before attaching the machine, make sure that it
cannot accidentally start moving (chock the wheels)
and that the parking stand is in the right position.
The machine must only be attached to the hitch
points provided for this purpose.
Never stand between the tractor and the machine
when operating the three point linkage.
Do not stand between the machine and the tractor
or on the machine without having first applied the
tractor parking brake and placed the gearbox in the
neutral position.
Hydraulic circuit
Caution! The hydraulic circuit is under high
pressure. Maximum pressure at work: 3000 PSI/200
bar.
Before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the
machine, perform the safety shutdown procedure.
Regularly make visual inspection to check if
hydraulic hoses are damaged or worn. In case of
normal wear, the hydraulic hoses must be replaced
every 5 years. Damaged or worn hoses must
immediately be replaced. When replacing the
hydraulic hoses, only use hoses with the
specification recommended by the manufacturer of
the machine.
To locate a leak, use appropriate means. Protect
body and hands from liquid under pressure.
Any liquid under pressure (particularly oil from
hydraulics) can penetrate the skin and cause severe
injury. If injured, see a doctor immediately to prevent
danger of infection.
Remote controlled components
Danger of crushing and shearing can exist when
components are operatedby hydraulic or pneumatic
controls. Keep away from these danger zones.
WARNING! When connecting hydraulic
hoses, functions can easily be reversed and
cause accidents (for example: lift/lower). To
avoid making incorrect connections, mark
hydraulic couplers and corresponding hoses
with colors.

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PTO shaft
Use only PTO shafts supplied with the machine or
recommended by the machine manufacturer.
The protective shield of the tractor PTO stub, the
PTO shaft guards and the protective shield of the
machine input shaft must always be in place and in
good condition.
Make sure that the PTO shaft guards are secured
with the safety chains provided.
Any worn or damaged guards must be replaced
immediately. A worn guard or an unprotected PTO
shaft can cause a serious or even a lethal accident.
Do not wear loose clothing that could be caught in
the rotating PTO shaft.
Before attaching or removing a PTO shaft, or before
doing any work on the machine, disengage the PTO
drive, turn off the engine, remove ignition key and
wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop.
If the primary PTO shaft is equipped with a torque
limiter or a free wheel, these must be fitted on the
machine side.
Ensure that the PTO shaft is always correctly fitted
and locked into place.
Before connecting the PTO shaft, ensure that the
PTO speed (rotational frequency) and direction of
rotation are in line with the machine manufacturer's
recommendations.
Before engaging the PTO drive, make sure that
there are no people or animals near the machine.
Never engage the PTO drive when the tractor
engine is stopped.
When uncoupling the machine, rest the PTO shaft
on the support specially provided, and replace
protective shield on the PTO stub of the tractor.
Read and follow the instructions in the operator's
manual provided with the PTO shaft.
Tires
Regularly check the tire pressure. Follow
manufacturers' recommendations on tire pressure.
Assembly, disassembly and repair of wheels and
tires must only be carried out by competent persons
who are equipped with standardized tools. Before
any work is performed on the wheels or tires, ensure
that the machine rests on the ground and is perfectly
stable so that it cannot move accidentally. Always
chock the tires before working on the machine.

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Precautions for machine use
After each use, check the cutting tools (disks,
knives) and their attachment hardware in
accordance with the instructions given in the
present manual. Immediately replace any worn,
damaged or missing cutting tool or element. To do
this, use the tool outfit supplied with the machine.
For your safety, only use genuine KUHN parts !
Regularly check the condition of the protection
covers. Immediately replace any worn, damaged, or
missing cover. Before engaging the PTO, rest the
cutterbar on the ground. Make sure all the guards
are in place. Keep all persons and animals away
from the danger zone.
Stay a safe distance from the machine when the
cutting tools are in movement.
Never work in reverse.
After disengaging the PTO drive, cuttings tools can
continue rotating for some time. Stay away from the
machine until all moving parts have come to a
complete standstill.
If the machine hits an obstacle, disengage the PTO
drive, stop the tractor engine, remove the ignition
key and wait for all moving parts to come to a
complete standstill. Check the entire machine for
any damage before resuming work.
Precautions during maneuvers
When moving the machine from the transport
position to the working position and vice versa,
make sure that nobody is within the machine
pivoting area.
Safety decals
Safety warnings are placed in safety decal form on
various parts of the machine. They are there to warn
you of potential dangers and to tellyou how to avoid
accidents.
Always keep the safety decals clean and readable,
and replace them when they are worn, damaged,
missing or illegible.

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Waste disposal
Respect the environment! Never spill pollutants (oil,
grease, filters, etc.) on the ground, never pour them
down the drain and never discard them in any other
place where they could pollute the environment.
Never throw away or burn a tire. Always take waste
to specialized recycling or waste disposal centers.
Precautions for maintenance and repair
work
Before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the
machine, perform the safety shutdown procedure.
Repairs on elements under pressure or tension
(springs, pressure accumulators, etc.) must only be
carried out by competent persons with regulation
equipment.
Wear appropriate protective clothing (gloves,
shoes, goggles, hearing protection, etc.).
For your own safety and for correct machine
operation, only use original manufacturer parts.
Do not solder, weld or use a blow torch near fluids
under pressure or flammable components.
Make sure at least one tire on each side of the
machine is chocked properly before performing any
maintenance or repairs.
Rest the machine on the ground, release the
pressure from the hydraulic circuit and leave the
machine to cool down.
Make sure that the parts of the machine that need to
be lifted for maintenance or repair work are firmly
propped up.
When welding on this unit: DO NOT allow the
current to flow through the bearings, roller chains, or
scale weigh bars. Before any work is done on the
electrical circuit or before any electric welding is
carried out on the attached machine, disconnect the
machine from the tractor/truck electrical circuit. Also
disconnect alternator and battery terminals.
It is strongly recommended to have your machine
checked by your Kuhn dealer after each season,
especially tools and their attaching hardware.

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Projection of stones and foreign objects
For driver safety, always use a tractor equipped with
a cab. Keep the ground to mow free of foreign
bodies. Avoid mowing on stony or rocky grounds. If
this is not possible, take extra safety precautions,
such as
- Fit polycarbonate screens inside the tractor cab's
side and rear windows, or install narrow mesh
guards on their exterior.
- Increase the cutting height to avoid contact with
stones or rocks.
Never start a mower conditioner when other people
are close.
Even when the machine is used properly, objects
may be thrown. Stones and other foreign objects
thrown by the moving parts can travel a
considerable distance. Keep all persons and
animals away from the danger zone.
The protection covers help reduce risks of
projections. Therefore, make sure that all mower
protection devices are in place and good condition
prior to using the machine.
Regularly check the condition of the protection
covers. Immediately replace any worn, damaged, or
missing cover.

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4.3 Location and description of safety
decals on the machine
Location of safety decals
2
3
6
6
1
7
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Description of safety decals
WARNING Operating instructions (1)
The operators' manual contains all the information
necessary for using the machine safely. It is
imperative to read and comply with all instructions.
WARNING Crushing Hazard (2)
WARNING Crushing Hazard (3)
WARNING Crushing Hazard (4)
Red reflector (5)
Amber reflector (6)

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Speed identification symbol (7)
If any safety decals are removed, obstructed, or
otherwise illegible, they should be replaced
immediately. It is the owner's responsibility to
provide information to all operators for safe
operation of this machine.
The part numbers for the decals are located in the
lower right corner of the decal. Replacement decals
may be ordered through your dealer or Kuhn.
When replacing decals, be sure the surface is clean
and dry. Peel the backing off the decal and apply to
the machine. Be sure to wipe with a clean cloth to
rub out all air bubbles which will assure a good seal.
For best adhesion, decals should be applied when
the temperature is above 50°F(10°C).
20
mile/h
Q
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0
5
0
9
8
0
Safety decals are placed on this unit for the
protection of the operator and any person
working on or standing by the unit.
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