LEMKEN Heliodor 9 K User manual

Operating Instructions
Compact Disc Harrow
Heliodor 9 K
- en -
Item no. 17511395
02/03.22
LEMKEN GmbH & Co. KG
Weseler Straße 5, 46519 Alpen / Germany
Telephone [phone], Fax [phone]
[email protected], www.LEMKEN.com

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Dear customer,
Thank you for the trust you have placed in us by purchasing this device. The de-
vice can only be used to its full advantage when operated and used properly.
When the device was delivered, you will already have been instructed in opera-
tion, adjustment and maintenance by your dealer. However, this brief instruction is
not a substitute for thorough study of the operating instructions.
These operating instructions will help to familiarise you with the LEMKEN GmbH &
Co. KG device and the options available for using it.
The operating instructions contain important information about how to operate the
device safely, properly and efficiently. Following the instructions will help to pre-
vent hazards, faults and down times and will increase reliability and service life.
Read the operating instructions carefully and attentively before commissioning.
Make sure that the operating instructions are always available at the location
where the device is used.
The operating instructions must be read and followed by anyone who is involved
in carrying out the following work:
Coupling and uncoupling
Adjustments
Operation
Maintenance and repairs
Troubleshooting, and
Final shutdown and disposal.

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Spare parts ordering
This device is supplied with a specification listing all assemblies that are relevant
for the product. The spare parts list valid for your device includes both those as-
semblies relevant to you and those that are not intended for your device. Make
sure that you only order spare parts that belong to the assemblies that can be
found on your specification or the enclosed print out. When ordering spare parts,
state the type designation and serial number of the device. This information can
be found on the type plate. Enter this data in the fields below so that it is always to
hand.
Type designation:
Serial number:
Remember that you should only use genuine LEMKEN spare parts. Reproduction
parts have a negative influence on the function of the device, have a shorter ser-
vice life and present risks and hazards that cannot be estimated by LEMKEN
GmbH & Co. KG. They also increase the maintenance costs.
Service and spare parts
Information on service and spare parts is available from your local dealer or our
website at www.lemken.com.

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CONTENTS
1General information..................................................................................................8
1.1 Liability...........................................................................................................................8
1.2 Guarantee ......................................................................................................................8
1.3 Copyright .......................................................................................................................9
1.4 Optional accessories ....................................................................................................9
1.5 Type plate ....................................................................................................................10
2Symbols used in the Operating Instructions........................................................12
2.1 Hazard classes ............................................................................................................12
2.2 Information...................................................................................................................12
2.3 Environmental protection...........................................................................................12
2.4 Indication of passages................................................................................................13
3Safety measures and precautions.........................................................................14
3.1 Target group................................................................................................................14
3.2 Intended use................................................................................................................14
3.3 Safety features of the device......................................................................................16
3.4 Safety and warning signs...........................................................................................17
3.4.1 General information...................................................................................................17
3.4.2 Position of safety and warning stickers......................................................................17
3.4.3 Meaning of warning signs..........................................................................................18
3.4.4 Meaning of other symbols..........................................................................................19
3.5 Special safety instructions.........................................................................................21
3.6 Danger areas................................................................................................................23
3.6.1 Danger areas during implement operation.................................................................23
3.6.2 Danger areas when folding and unfolding .................................................................24
3.7 Residual risks..............................................................................................................25
3.7.1 Hazard caused by mechanical systems.....................................................................25
3.7.2 Hazard caused by hydraulic systems ........................................................................25
3.7.3 Hazard during operation............................................................................................25

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3.8 Applicable rules and regulations...............................................................................26
3.9 Operation on public highways...................................................................................26
3.9.1 Lighting system and identification..............................................................................26
3.9.2 Requirements of the tractor.......................................................................................26
3.9.3 Axle loads..................................................................................................................27
3.9.4 Check before departure.............................................................................................31
3.9.5 Correct behaviour in road traffic ................................................................................32
3.10 Obligation of the operator ..........................................................................................32
3.11 Safe use of the implement..........................................................................................33
3.11.1 General ..................................................................................................................33
3.11.2 Personnel selection and qualifications ...................................................................34
4Handing over the Implement..................................................................................35
5Design and function................................................................................................36
5.1 Overview ......................................................................................................................36
5.2 Function.......................................................................................................................37
5.2.1 Headstock..................................................................................................................37
5.2.2 Hollow Discs..............................................................................................................37
5.2.3 Working depth adjustment of hollow discs.................................................................37
5.2.4 Side limitation............................................................................................................37
5.2.5 Drawbar.....................................................................................................................37
5.2.6 Levelling tines............................................................................................................38
5.2.7 Rollers .......................................................................................................................38
5.2.8 Hydraulic transportation lock .....................................................................................38
5.2.9 Lighting system..........................................................................................................38
5.2.10 Additional weights ..................................................................................................38
6Preparation of the Tractor......................................................................................39
6.1 Tyres.............................................................................................................................39
6.2 Lift Rods.......................................................................................................................39
6.3 Check chains/stabilisers on the three-point linkage................................................39
6.4 Power sources required .............................................................................................39
6.5 Hydraulic equipment required....................................................................................40

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6.6 Three-point linkage .....................................................................................................40
6.7 Hydraulic system.........................................................................................................43
6.7.1 Transport...................................................................................................................43
6.7.2 Field work..................................................................................................................43
6.7.3 Attaching and detaching the implement.....................................................................43
7Preparations on implement....................................................................................44
7.1 Final assembly.............................................................................................................44
8Attaching the implement ........................................................................................45
8.1 Attachment...................................................................................................................46
8.2 Drawbar........................................................................................................................48
8.3 Upper control link........................................................................................................49
9Driving on public highways ...................................................................................50
9.1 General information ....................................................................................................50
9.2 Preparation for driving on public roads....................................................................50
9.3 Hydraulic transport lock.............................................................................................50
9.4 Protective devices.......................................................................................................50
9.5 Lighting system...........................................................................................................51
9.6 Transport dimensions.................................................................................................52
10 Folding the lateral sections in and out .................................................................53
10.1 Fold in ..........................................................................................................................54
10.2 Extending.....................................................................................................................55
10.3 Folding the outer hollow discs...................................................................................57
10.4 Unfolding the outer hollow discs...............................................................................58
11 Operation .................................................................................................................59
11.1 Working depth.............................................................................................................60
11.1.1 Mechanical working depth adjustment ...................................................................60
11.1.2 Setting the roller lowering depth.............................................................................61
11.1.3 Hydraulic working depth setting..............................................................................62
11.2 Concave disc setting in the tractor track..................................................................63

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11.3 Lateral draw.................................................................................................................64
11.4 Lateral limiters.............................................................................................................65
11.5 Mounting and dismantling the weed harrow.............................................................67
11.6 Adjusting the weed harrow.........................................................................................69
11.7 Wheelmark eradicator.................................................................................................71
11.7.1 Relocation at the side.............................................................................................71
11.7.2 Adjusting the working depth ...................................................................................72
11.8 Rollers..........................................................................................................................73
11.8.1 General ..................................................................................................................73
11.8.2 Knife rollers ............................................................................................................74
11.8.3 Pressure load on rollers - penetration characteristic ..............................................77
11.9 Additional weights ......................................................................................................81
11.10 Turning at the headland..............................................................................................82
11.11 Working speed.............................................................................................................82
12 Cleaning and care ...................................................................................................83
12.1 Cleaning with a high-pressure cleaner......................................................................83
13 Detaching the implement .......................................................................................84
14 Put the implement out of operation.......................................................................86
14.1 Shutting down the implement in an emergency.......................................................86
14.2 Disposal .......................................................................................................................86
15 Maintenance and repairs........................................................................................87
15.1 Special safety instructions.........................................................................................87
15.1.1 General ..................................................................................................................87
15.1.2 Personnel qualifications .........................................................................................87
15.1.3 Protective equipment..............................................................................................87
15.1.4 Immobilise the implement for maintenance and repairs .........................................88
15.1.5 Working on the hydraulics......................................................................................88
15.1.6 Working on the electrics.........................................................................................88
15.1.7 Working under the raised device............................................................................89
15.1.8 Utilised tool.............................................................................................................89

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15.2 Environmental protection...........................................................................................90
15.3 Maintenance intervals.................................................................................................91
15.3.1 After commissioning (within 2 hours)......................................................................91
15.3.2 Daily check.............................................................................................................91
15.3.3 Weekly check.........................................................................................................91
15.4 Lubrication chart.........................................................................................................92
15.5 Tightening torques......................................................................................................93
15.5.1 General ..................................................................................................................93
15.5.2 Bolts and nuts made of steel..................................................................................93
15.6 Checking connections to the tractor.........................................................................94
15.6.1 Hydraulic connections ............................................................................................94
15.6.2 Electrics..................................................................................................................94
15.7 Scrapers.......................................................................................................................94
15.7.1 Scrapers on rubber ring roller.................................................................................94
15.7.2 Flex ring roller scrapers..........................................................................................95
16 Technical data .........................................................................................................96
17 Noise, Airborne Sound ...........................................................................................97
18 Notes ........................................................................................................................97
Index ...............................................................................................................................98

General information
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1 GENERAL INFORMATION
1.1 Liability
The "Standard Terms and Conditions of Sales and Delivery" of LEMKEN GmbH &
Co. KG, in particular Section IX, shall apply. Liability. In line with the dimensions
cited in these conditions the LEMKEN GmbH & Co. KG shall not be held liable for
any personal or material damage, when such damage is caused by one or more
of the following reasons:
improper use of the device, see also section entitled "Intended use",
non-compliance with the operating instructions and the enclosed safety instruc-
tions,
unauthorised changes to the device,
inadequate monitoring of parts which are subject to wear,
maintenance work that has not been conducted properly or in good time,
the use of spare parts that are not original LEMKEN GmbH & Co. KG spare
parts,
accidents or damage through outside influences or force majeure
1.2 Guarantee
The "Standard Terms and Conditions of Sales and Delivery" of LEMKEN GmbH &
Co. KG shall apply at all times.
The guarantee period shall be one year from the date of receipt of the implement.
We shall rectify any implement faults in accordance with the LEMKEN guarantee
guidelines.

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1.3 Copyright
These operating instructions represent a document in terms of the law on unfair
competition.
Copyright is retained by
LEMKEN GmbH & Co. KG
Weseler Strasse 5
D-46519 Alpen, Germany
These operating instructions are intended to be used by the user of the imple-
ment. They contain texts and drawings which must not be
reproduced,
divulged or
communicated in any other way in whole or in part without the express permis-
sion of the manufacturer.
Infringements will result in a claim for damages.
1.4 Optional accessories
LEMKEN implements may be equipped with various accessories. The operating
instructions below describe both series components and optional accessories.
Please note: These accessories will vary depending on the type of equipment.

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1.5 Type plate
The implement is marked with a type plate.
The type plate is located at the front right
of the implement.
The operating instructions can apply to va-
rious implement types or implement
equipment.
In the operating instructions, contents are
marked that are only valid for a certain im-
plement type or certain implement
equipment.
Use the type plate to determine the imple-
ment type and the implement equipment.
Design of the type plate
Figure: Sample of a type plate (standard)
Figure: Sample of a type plate, only France

General information
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Series
2
Type designation
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Model year
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Serial number
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Year of manufacture
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Vehicle class, subclass, speed index
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EU type approval number
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Vehicle identification number.
The vehicle identification number is also
engraved in the frame near the type plate.
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Permitted gross weight [kg]*
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Permissible drawbar load [kg] (axle 0)
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Permissible axle load [kg] (axle 1)
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Permissible axle load [kg] (axle 2)
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CE label
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EAC label
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Company name and address of the manu-
facturer
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Address of the manufacturer
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Company logo
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Manufacturer
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Date of homologation
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Type / Equipment / Version
*For implements with an EU type-approval number, the permissible gross weight
is equal to the sum of the permissible axle loads.

Symbols used in the Operating Instructions
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2 SYMBOLS USED IN THE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 Hazard classes
The following symbols are used in the Operating Instructions for particularly im-
portant information:
DANGER
Denotes an imminent hazard with high risk, which will result in
death or severe physical injury, if not avoided.
WARNING
Denotes a possible hazard with medium risk, which could result in
death or severe physical injury, if not avoided.
CAUTION
Denotes a low-risk hazard, which could cause light or medium
physical injury or property damage, if not avoided.
2.2 Information
Denotes special user tips and other particularly useful or important
information for operation and efficient utilisation.
2.3 Environmental protection
Indication of special recycling and environmental protection
measures.

Symbols used in the Operating Instructions
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2.4 Indication of passages
The following symbols are used for particular passages in the operating instruc-
tions:
Indicates work steps
Indicates enumerations

Safety measures and precautions
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3 SAFETY MEASURES AND PRECAUTIONS
General safety instructions for the operator are specified in the chapter entitled
«Safety measures and precautions». At the start of some main chapters the safety
instructions, which refer to all work to be carried out in this chapter, are listed to-
gether. Each safety-relevant work step includes other safety instructions specific
to the work step.
3.1 Target group
These operating instructions are restricted exclusively to the use of the device by
trained technicians and instructed persons.
3.2 Intended use
The machine is manufactured in accordance with state-of-the-art standards and
the recognised safety rules. However, the use of the machine may result in a risk
to life and limb of the user or third parties, or cause damage to the machine and
other material property. The machine may be operated in a technically perfect
condition only, in accordance with its intended use and by safety-conscious per-
sons in compliance with the operating instructions.
Intended use also includes:
compliance with the operating instructions and implementation of the working
steps indicated in the operating instructions,
compliance with the safety and warning stickers on the machine,
observance of the power limits of the tractor and the machine,
observance of all maintenance specifications and additional checks,
use of original spare parts,
use of the listed auxiliary and operating materials as well as their environmen-
tally friendly disposal.
Safe operation is not guaranteed unless all instructions, settings/adjustments and
power limits applicable to the machine are observed.
The machine is only suitable for the usual agricultural use.
The machine may only be used behind tractors or, e.g., self-propelled vehicles for
spreading liquid manure that comply with the power limits specified by LEMKEN

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(see chapter "Checking suitability of the tractor") and are equipped with a three-
point linkage that
is single acting,
has a float position and
offers sufficient lateral movement.
See also chapter 1 "General information", section 1.1 "Liability".

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3.3 Safety features of the device
To protect the operator and the device, the device is equipped with special safety
features in accordance with country specific requirements.
Always keep all safety devices in working order.
Lighting equipment with warning boards for rear and front
Safety guards for the hollow discs
Hydraulic transport locking device

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3.4 Safety and warning signs
3.4.1 General information
The implement features all equipment
which ensures safe operation. If hazardous
areas could not be completely secured
with respect to operational safety, warning
signs are affixed which indicate these resi-
dual risks. Damaged, lost or illegible warn-
ing signs must be replaced immediately.
3.4.2 Position of safety and warning stickers

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3.4.3 Meaning of warning signs
Please familiarise yourself with the
meaning of the warning signs.
The following explanations provide detailed
information.
Please read and observe the operating in-
structions and safety instructions before
starting up the implement for the first time.
Before carrying out maintenance or repair
work, switch off the engine and remove
key.
Do not remain in the operating and swivel
area of the implement.
Danger of crushing.