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Andex 353
Assembly instructions
Original assembly instructions
Edition 06.2012
Date of print 05.2012
Language EN
Machine number VF69508670
Model VF6950
Document number VF16649743.EN

Kverneland Group Kerteminde AS
Taarupstrandvej 25
DK-5300 Kerteminde
Denmark
Tel: [phone]
Copyright by Kverneland Group Gottmadingen N. V., Germany. Reproduction, transfer to other media, translation or the use of extracts or parts
of this manual without the explicit permission of Kverneland, is not permitted. All rights reserved. The contents of this operating manual are subject
to change without notice. The right to technical revision is reserved.

Table of contents
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Table of contents
Preliminary information ........................... 4
Target group for these assembly
instructions 4
Symbols used 5
Safety ......................................................... 6
For your safety 6
Screwed connections 8
Overview .................................................... 11
Designation of components 11
Loading instructions 12
Crate packaging 13
Quick Set packing 14
Crate packaging ........................................ 15
Requirements 15
Main frame 16
Final assembly for crate packaging 24
Quick Set packing .................................... 25
Requirements 25
Pallet assembly 25
Final assembly for Quick Set packing 26
Setting up work ......................................... 27
PTO shaft length 27
Lubricating the PTO shafts 30
Adjusting the rotor pitch 31
Accessories .............................................. 32
Contact roller 32
Tandem axles 33
Warning signs and
lighting equipment 34
Tine saver [+] 35
Double stabilisers 36
Hand crank extension 37
Circuit diagrams ....................................... 38
Lighting equipment circuit
diagram 38
Final operations ........................................ 39
Trial run 39
Environment 39

Preliminary information
4
Prelimi nary inform ation
Target group for
these assembly

instructions
These instructions are intended for authorised dealers, workshops
and agents qualified in the field of agricultural mechanical engi-
neering.
For your safety
You must familiarise yourself with the contents of these assembly
instructions before assembly or operating the machine. In this way,
you will achieve optimum work results and operational safety. The
assembly instructions form an integral part of the machine and must
always be kept to hand. This will allow:
•accidents to be avoided.
•warranty requirements to be met.
For the employer:
Untrained or unauthorised individuals are not permitted to assemble
the machinery.

Preliminary information
5
Symbols used
In this operating manual, the following symbols and terms have been
used:
•A bullet point accompanies each item in a list.
A triangle indicates operating functions which must be performed.
An arrow indicates a cross-reference to other sections of this
manual.
[+] A plus sign indicates additional equipment which is not included
in the standard version.
We have also used pictograms to help you find instructions more
quickly:
The "Information" pictogram indicates tips and additional information.
The "Examples" pictogram indicates examples that assist under-
standing of the instructions.
The spanner indicates tips for assembly or adjustment work.
This arrow in the diagram shows the direction of travel.
The brush indicates the points that must be lubricated using the brush.
The grease gun indicates the points that must be lubricated using the
grease gun.
Switch on the tractor.
Secure the tractor against rolling away, shut off the engine and
remove the ignition key.
Caution
The warning triangle indicates important safety information. Failure
to observe this safety information can result in:
•Serious faults in the correct operation of the implement.
•Damage to the machine.
•Personal injury or accidents.

Safety
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Safety
For your safety
Please carefully read and observe the safety information in this
chapter prior to assembly. All persons involved in assembling or
setting up this machine must read and pay close attention to the
assembly instructions that follow.
Faulty assembly or misuse results in:
•Risks to life and limb of the operator, third parties, and animals in
the vicinity of the machine.
•Risks for the machine and other property belonging to the operator
or third parties.
•Impairment of the efficient and damage-free operation of the
machine.
Correct assembly
Non-compliance with the following rules amounts to gross negligence.
The manufacturer cannot be held liable for any damage caused by
negligence.
This machine must only be assembled by trained technicians in
accordance with the current version of the assembly instructions.
Before the implement is coupled to a tractor, transported, or initially
operated, the operating manual and its safety instructions must be
thoroughly read and observed.
It is the responsibility of the operator to ensure that all personnel
involved in the assembly are provided with the relevant accident
prevention regulations, as well as generally applicable health and
safety and road safety regulations. All personnel involved in the
assembly must be aware of these rules and regulations and adhere to
them; they must also be instructed on the potential risks and dangers.
Unauthorised alterations to the machine invalidate any liability of the
manufacturer for resultant damage.
The following rules and regulations must be observed:
•The locally applicable accident prevention regulations,
•The recognised safety regulations, occupational health require-
ments and road traffic regulations
•The functional limits and safety regulations as set out in the
technical operating instructions.
Caution
Danger indicators signify the risk of serious injury or death.
Whenever you see this sign in the assembly instructions, please
make sure that you implement all appropriate safety measures.
Moreover, danger indicators warn of damage to machinery as well
as of financial and legal consequences (e.g. invalidation of
warranty, legal liabilities, etc.).

Safety
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General safety and
accident prevention
regulations
Requirements
•Responsibilities for the various activities on the machine must be
clearly defined and maintained. There must not be any confusion
regarding responsibilities, otherwise the safety of the assembly
personnel is put at risk.
•Before you start work, familiarise yourself with all the fittings and
actuation elements and their functions.
•Wear close-fitting clothes when operating the machine. Wear
sturdy footwear and prescribed protective equipment.
•Support and secure the machine carefully during assembly.
•Protective equipment must be properly attached and swung into its
protective position.
Work material
•For all work on the machine, use only appropriate tools and
implements in perfect condition.
•You must only use parts (accessories, lubricants etc.) which
comply with at least the manufacturer's specifications; you must
use them in accordance with the instructions.
•A part conforms to the requirements only if it is an original part or if
it is expressly approved by the manufacturer.
Hazard areas
•Do not leave the engine running in enclosed spaces.
•Actuation elements (cords, chains, and rod assemblies) of
remotely controlled equipment must be fitted in such a way that
they cannot cause unintended movement in any transport or work
position.
•All tightening torques specified in this manual must be observed for
screwed connections.
•All remote-powered and all other movable parts (e.g. hydraulically
actuated parts) have crush or shear points.
•Pay close attention to the markings on reversible connections and
be aware of the risk of installing a part the wrong way round.
•Always disconnect the power supply before working on the
electrical system.
•When carrying out electric welding on the machine, always
disconnect electric cables from the alternator and battery.
•Particular care must be taken in dealing with energy accumulators
such as springs and hydraulic or compressed-air assemblies.
Environment
•Dispose of oils, grease, and filters in accordance with regulations.

Safety
8
Screwed
connections
Use original parts
Machine components have special properties that are essential for the
stability and correct operation of the machine. Only spare parts and
accessories supplied by the manufacturer have been tested and
approved. Other products may adversely affect the correct operation
of the machine and safety. The use of non-OEM replacement parts
renders the manufacturer's guarantee null and void and frees the
manufacturer from all liability.
On this machine, bolts with a minimum quality of "8.8" (can be seen
on the bolt head) are used.
Tightening torques
Tighten all screwed connections in accordance with the table below,
should no other torques be specified. The torque specifications refer
to a dry coefficient of friction (0.12).
Tighten safety bolts and lock nuts
to a 10 % higher value.
Observe the torque specifications
Securely tighten screws, nuts and bolts to the specified torques.
Incorrectly tightened screwed connections can loosen or become
jammed. This could result in machine damage or injury.
Bolt size Bolt quality
8.8 10.9 12.9
M 6 9.9 Nm (7.3 ft.lbs) 14 Nm (10.3 ft.lbs) 17 Nm (12.5 ft.lbs)
M 8 24 Nm (17.7 ft.lbs) 34 Nm (25 ft.lbs) 41 Nm (30.3 ft.lbs)
M 10 48 Nm (35.4 ft.lbs) 68 Nm (50.2 ft.lbs) 81 Nm (59.8 ft.lbs)
M 12 85 Nm (62.7 ft.lbs) 120 Nm (88.6 ft.lbs) 145 Nm (107 ft.lbs)
M 14 135 Nm (99.6 ft.lbs) 190 Nm (140 ft.lbs) 230 Nm (166 ft.lbs)
M 16 210 Nm (155 ft.lbs) 290 Nm (214 ft.lbs) 350 Nm (258 ft.lbs)
M 20 410 Nm (302 ft.lbs) 580 Nm (428 ft.lbs) 690 Nm (509 ft.lbs)

Safety
9
Special tightening
torques
Observe the special tightening torques for the following screwed con-
nections:
•90 Nm spring tines.
20 Nm Rotor chassis wheel nuts.
Spring tines
90 Nm
20 Nm 
M 12 wheel nut

Safety
10
Direction information
Direction information (right, left, front, rear) is given in relation to the
direction of travel. Rotary direction is defined as follows:
•Rotary direction right = clockwise.
•Rotary direction left = anticlockwise.
•Rotation about a vertical axis, viewed from top to bottom.
•Rotation about a horizontal axis, viewed at right angles to the
direction of travel, from left to right.
•The rotation of screws and nuts, etc. is always viewed from the
operating side.
Front
Left
Right
Rear
Top
Bottom
Rotary direction right

Overview
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Overview
Designation of
components
Deflector bar
Attachment
carrier
Drive
Tine support TinesRotor gear Rotor chassis
Transport locking device
for tine supports
Transport holder for
tine supports
Parking
stand
Transport locking bar
Swath former
Main frame

Overview
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Loading
instructions
Loading the single-wheel rake for staggered packing.
Risk of tipping
Secure the machine with suitable lifting accessories until it is
properly lashed. Otherwise, the machine may tip. Serious or fatal
injury would be caused as a result.
Protective cap
Lashing strap
Nail
Holding block

Overview
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Crate packaging
Overview of
assembly groups
Deflector bar, left
Deflector bar, right
Wheel
3 point trestle
Wheel
Main frame
Sustainer
Rotor
Swath former
No. Assembly group Page
1 »Fitting the drive shaft« 17
2»Fitting the 3 point trestle« 18
3 »Fitting the wheels« 20
4»Fitting the deflector bar« 21
5 »Fitting the swath former« 22

Overview
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Quick Set packing
Overview of
assembly groups
3 point trestle
Rotor chassis
Wheel
Rotor
Main frame
No. Assembly group Page
1 »Fitting the swath former« 22
4»Fitting the tine supports« 23

Crate packaging
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Crate packaging
Requirements
•Suitable flat surface approx. 10 x 10 m as assembly space.
•Lifting gear with lifting accessories for at least 1,000 kg
•Floor conveyor (pallet truck or fork lift)
•Stands for safely depositing implement parts.
•Spanners for tightening bolts.
Preparations for
assembly
Place the wooden crate on level ground (with the pallet floor at the
bottom) and open it without damaging the parts inside.
Take out loose parts (wheels, axles, boxes, etc.).
Clear plenty of space around larger components to make access
easier.
Checking the scope
of delivery
Check that the scope of delivery is complete.
In the event of missing, incorrect or damaged parts, fill in the
"REPORT MISSING PARTS" form and send it to the "ORDER
DESK" in Kerteminde straight away.
Removing the
surface protection
Remove the surface protection (e.g. Tectyl) with which the bare
surfaces (such as tine arms, tine supports and bearing shafts)
have been coated.
Grease the bare surfaces using a brush.
Observe the safety information
Observe the safety information when carrying out all work.
Disregard for safety information can lead to serious or fatal injury.
No persons within the slewing range
There is an acute risk of injury within the slewing range from
machine parts which are slewing or folding. Serious or fatal injury
would be caused as a result.

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Main frame
Place the main frame securely on stands.
Secure the main frame using suitable lifting accessories.
Main frame Supports
Lifting accessories
Drive shaft
Safe distance from raised and unsecured loads
Never work under suspended loads. Maintain a sufficient distance
from raised and unsecured loads. Otherwise, serious or fatal injury
may be caused as a result.

Crate packaging
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Fitting the drive shaft
Undo the 2 bolts M 10 x 30 from the housing of the driver shaft.
Remove the bearing and shaft.
Guide the main frame to the rotor and peg it in place using 4 x
M 14x40 bolts.
Fill the sleeve of the drive shaft with grease.
Move the drive shaft onto the stub of the rotor gear (installation
opening on the underside of the main frame).
Use a short pipe (approx. 0.5 m; not included in the scope of delivery)
as an extension to position the drive shaft more easily).
Tighten 4 x M 14 x 40 bolts to 290 Nm.
Refit the housing of the drive shaft and secure it using 2 bolts M 10
x 30.
Positioning the main frame exactly
The connection between the main frame and the rotor must be
positioned exactly and must be tightened to the specified torque. If
it is fitted incorrectly, serious damage to the machine may be
caused.
Lifting accessories
Rotor
Main frame
Drive shaft
Auxiliary pipe
Supports
M14 bolts x 40
M10 bolts x 30

Crate packaging
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Fitting the 3 point
trestle
Use suitable lifting accessories to secure the 3 point trestle and
guide it to the main frame.
Push the main frame's angle piece into the support for the 3 point
trestle.
Insert the bush through the support and angle piece and secure
with a bolt.
Use pins to connect the 3 point trestle and main frame.
Secure the pin with dowel pins.
3 point trestle Main frame Supports
Lifting accessories
Bush
Pin
No. Quantity Part
1 1 3 point trestle
2 1 Main frame
3 1 118 x 28 pin
4 2 29 x 42 x 5 washers
5 2 Dowel pins
6 1 Bush
7 2 16 x 55 x 4 washers
8 1 M16 bolts x 110
9 1 M16 nut

Crate packaging
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Fitting the crank
Fitting the crank for height adjustment:
Fit the thread plate and crank onto the threaded rod and secure
with a dowel pin (see illustration detail A).
Turn the threaded rod all the way down using the crank.
Place the washers and circlip onto the threaded rod from below
and secure with an M16 nut (see illustration detail B).
A
B
Crank
Threaded rod
Crank
No. Quantity Part
11Rotor
2 1 Crank
3 1 Dowel pin
4 3 38 x 23 x 2 washers
5 1 Thread plate
6 1 50 x 62 x 3 washers
71Circlip
8 1 M16 washer
9 1 M16 nut

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Fitting the wheels
Fit the wheels as shown in the illustration.
Tighten the wheel nuts to a torque of 20 Nm.
.
No. Quantity Part
1 1 Rotor chassis
2 2 Wheels
3 2 Outer wheel caps
4 2 M 12 self-locking nuts
5 2 Washers
6 2 Plastic sealing rings
7 2 Wheel caps as anti-wrapping protection
Outer wheel cap
Wheel nut
Washer
Wheel cap as
anti-wrapping
Wheel
Plastic sealing
ring