Pottinger NOVACAT 261 User manual

Operator‘s manual
GB
+ INSTRUCTIONS FOR PRODUCT DELIVERY . . . Page 3
"Translation of the original Operating Manual" Nr.
• Disc mower
99 3751.EN.80Q.0
NOVACAT 261
NOVACAT 261 alpha motion / ED / RC
(Type PSM 3751 : 01001 - 01202)
NOVACAT 301
NOVACAT 301 alpha motion / ED / RC
(Type PSM 3761 : 01001 - 9221)
NOVACAT 351
NOVACAT 351 alpha motion / ED / RC
(Type PSM 3811 : 01001 - 02213)

1500_GB-PAGE 2
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Dokument D
GB-0600 Dokum D Anbaugeräte - 3 -
PÖTTINGER Landtechnik GmbH
Industriegelände 1
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Tel. 07248 / 600 -0
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Machine checked according to delivery note. All attached parts removed. All safety equipment, drive shaft and operating
devices at hand.
Operation and maintenance of machine and/or implement according to operating instructions explained to the customer.
Tyres checked re. correct pressure.
Wheel nuts checked re. tightness.
Drive shaft cut to correct lenght.
Correct power-take-off speed indicated.
Fitting to tractor carried out: to three-point linkage
Trial run carried out and no defects found.
Functions explained during trial run.
Pivoting in transporting and operating position explained.
Information given re. optional extras.
Absolute need to read the operating manual indicated.
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR
PRODUCT DELIVERY
EN
In order to prove that the machine and the operating manual have been properly delivered, a confirmation is necessary.
For this purpose please do the following:
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- document B stays with the specialist factory delivering the machine.
- document C stays with the customer.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
EN
Table of contents
WARNING SIGNS
CE sign ......................................................................5
Meaning of warning signs..........................................5
ATTACHING TO TRACTOR
Attaching in general...................................................6
Drive shaft..................................................................6
Parking the Unit.........................................................6
Attaching problems ...................................................6
Guard plates and protective aprons..........................7
Hydraulic side protection...........................................7
Transport position .....................................................7
Road Transport..........................................................7
Work position.............................................................7
Rigid steering mechanism .........................................8
SNAP CONNECTOR
Pay particul arattention before initial attachment to
Tra ctor! .....................................................................9
Snap Connector (1)..................................................10
“ALPHA MOTION” MOUNTED DEVICE
Parking position.......................................................12
Transport position ...................................................12
Mounting..................................................................12
Set spring tension....................................................13
Operation.................................................................13
Set cutting height 1) .................................................13
STARTING WORK
Safety advice ...........................................................14
Note direction of rotation of mower discs...............15
Set cutting height1) ..................................................15
Mowing....................................................................16
Reversing.................................................................16
SWATH FORMER
Operating Principle..................................................17
Adjustment Possibilities ..........................................17
Non-standard equipment ........................................18
maintenance ............................................................18
Removal and installation of the swath former .........18
TINE CONDITIONER
Operation mode.......................................................19
Possible settings .....................................................19
Operation.................................................................21
Maintenance ............................................................22
Rotor tines: ..............................................................22
Detaching and attaching the conditioner ................22
ROLLER CONDITIONER
Mode of operation ...................................................23
Possible settings .....................................................23
Operation.................................................................24
Maintenance ............................................................25
REPLACE CONDITIONER
Operating Principle..................................................28
Dismantle conditioner..............................................28
Install conditioner ....................................................29
Safety advice ...........................................................30
General maintenance information ...........................30
Cleaning of machine parts.......................................30
MAINTENANCE
Parking in the open..................................................30
Winter storage .........................................................30
Cardans ...................................................................30
Hydraulic unit...........................................................30
Cutter bar oil level check.........................................31
Angular gear ...........................................................32
Installing cutter blades ...........................................32
Cutter bar.................................................................32
Checking wear on mowing blade holders ...............33
Holder for a quick change of cutter blades.............34
Checking the mowing blade suspension.................34
Changing the Cutter Blades ....................................35
Storing the lever ......................................................35
TECHNICAL DATA
Technical data .........................................................36
Optional equipment: ................................................36
Necessary connections ...........................................36
The defined use of the mower unit..........................37
Position of identification plate .................................37
SUPPLEMENT
Lubrication chart......................................................44
Lubricants................................................................47
Repairs to the cutter bar..........................................50
Assembly instructions .............................................51
TAPER BUSHES
Taper bushes installation instructions.....................54
Combination of tractor and mounted implement ....55

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GB
WARNING SIGNS
Stay clear of swinging area of implements
Close both side protective coverings before engaging
p.t.o..
Never reach into the crushing danger area as long as
parts may move.
CE sign
The CE sign, which is affixed by the manufacturer, indicates outwardly that this machine
conforms to the engineering guideline regulations and the other relevant EU guidelines.
EU Declaration of Conformity (see supplement)
By signing the EU Declaration of Conformity, the manufacturer declares that the machine being
brought into service complies with all relevant safety and health requirements.
Meaning of warning signs
Danger - flying objects; keep safe distance from the
machine as long as the engine is running.
Wait until all machine components have stopped
completely before touching them.
Stay clear of mower knife area as long as tractor engine
is running with PTO connected.
Shut off engine and remove key before performing
maintenance or repair work.
Recommendations
for work safety
All points referring
to satety in this
manual are
indicated by this
sign.
bsb 447 410
495.167

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1000-GB ANBAU-3751
GB
ATTACHING TO TRACTOR
Attaching problems
On lifting gear with a crosspiece (Q) between the lower
links, damage could occur to the drive shaft when lowering
the
attached implement.
In order to prevent
damage an extra
elevator unit is to be
installed between the
Weiste-triangle and
the
lifting gear.
In a case such as
this please contact
our Customer Service
Dept.
When towing implements whose p.t.o stub is
positioned a long way forward, the drive shaft must
be shortened quite a bit.
•
When the implement is engaged then there is
insufficient casing to over the drive shaft.
•
The maximum
angle of deviation
of the universal-
joint will possibly
be exceeded (see
Supplement B
also).
In this case an
accessory kit is
necessary which positions the implement approx.
200
mm forwards.
In a case such as this please contact our Customer
Service Dept.
Attaching in general
1.
Observe safety tips in supplement A.
2.
Mark off the implement at the tractor's front lifting
gear.
•
Secure locking bolts with linch pins.
Solving problems with hydraulic connection
If the tractor has no hydraulic connection at the front,
then a hydraulic hose must be
run from the rear to the front.
A switch between the front
lifting gear (HW) and front
control device (SG) via a three-
way tap may be necessary
with some tractors.
HW
SG
Drive shaft
•
Before operating for the first time, drive shaft is to be
checked and adapted if necessary. See also chapter
"Fitting the drive shaft" in supplement B.
Parking the Unit
Always park the mowing unit on the supporting legs (30)
with the adapter (conditioner), otherwise there is a danger
of the unit tipping over.
-
fix the supporting leg by means of a sprung forelock.
Attention!
The following
danger source
exists with double
action front lifting
devices on trac
-
tors:
The maximum
mower unit
lowering depth is
set with limiting
chains. If the lif
-
ting gear exceeds
the maximum
set lowering
depth then load
is placed on the
limiting chains.
This can lead to
the chain or the
linch pin breaking
and danger of
injury exists for
persons standing
in the danger are!
30
Take note!
No support stands
are required to
securely park the
mowing unit with
swath former!

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1000-GB ANBAU-3751
ATTACHING TO TRACTOR GB
Guard plates and protective aprons
Guard plates and protective aprons can be raised when
maintenance work is to be done.
For safety reasons it is necessary to wait
for mowing disks tostop completely before
raising and securing guard plates.
1. Loosen locking mechanism (1) and swing
protection (2) up.
- engage protective frame in holder (3)
- left and right
Transport position
When both safety devices are swivelled up and secured
in the catch (3), the consequent width is:
Type NC 261 NC 301 NC 351
Transport
width (X) < 2,58m < 3,00m < 3,42m
Road Transport
• Observe the regulations issued by your country's
legislative body.
• Travelling on public roads may only be undertaken as
is described in the chapter "Transporting Position".
• Fasten lower hydraulic link so that implement cannot
swing out sideways.
Work position
Before commencing work
Turn the p.t.o. on only when all safety devices
(coverings, protective aprons, casings,
etc.) are in proper condition and attached
to the implement in the correct protective
positions.
For safety reasons mowing may only be
conducted in this position.
495.167
3
1
2
Hydraulic side protection
Be aware!
Danger of crushing exists when swivelling
the side protection!
As an optional extra, swivelling the side protection can be
carried out hydraulically using the tractor’s servo-valve.
This would eliminate the necessity of releasing or latching
a locking device.
Beware!
Swing side protec-
tion down before
starting work!
Beware!
Check side protec-
tion for correct
function, working
position and
condition before
every operation.
Any defective parts
on the safety
equipment must
be replaced im-
mediately.
The manufacturer
is not responsible
for any manipula-
tion and inap-
propriate use of
safety equipment.
Beware!
Entering the safety
equipment area is
not permitted!

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1000-GB ANBAU-3751
ATTACHING TO TRACTOR GB
Rigid steering mechanism
Use a rigid steering mechanism

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1201_GB-WEISTEANBAU-3751
GB
SNAP CONNECTOR
Pay particul arattention before initial
attachment to Tractor!
Note!
For front lifting gear with double-action
hydraulic cycle (danger of damage)!
Remedy:
-
Switch control valve to single-action
-
Convert front lifting gear to single-action function
(bypass line) through a specialist work shop
•
When the mower is attached to the tractor,
the the hydraulic control (ST) must not be
set at „Lower“.
•
Immediately after such an operating error,
reset the adjustable plate (P1). Replace
damaged parts beforehand.
The following could happen after an operating error:
-
the position of the plate (P1) has changed in the slot;
the gap to the locking hook (V) is therefore too great,
-
the locking hook (V) breaks,
-
both levers on the load relieving unit become
damaged.
-
The limiting chains can snap.
Reset the adjustable plate (P1)
1.
Loosen bolts enough so that position of plate (P1) can
be altered using the adjusting screw (ST).
2.
Couple the mower to the tractor´s lifting gear
3.
Position the adjustable plate (P1) so that the locking
hook (V) can still be unlatched.The gap to the hook
should be as narrow as possible.
4.
Uncouple the mower from the tractor´s lifting gear.
5.
Tighten screws (SK) to
65 Nm
.
ST-24-11-2003
Beware!
The following
danger source
exists with double
action front
lifting devices
on tractors: The
maximum mower
unit lowering
depth is set with
limiting chains.
If the lifting gear
exceeds the maxi
-
mum set lowering
depth then load
is placed on the
limiting chains.
This can lead to the
chain or the linch
pin breaking and
danger of injury
exists for persons
standing in the
danger are!
V
P1
ST
SK
Headstock: classic
Headstock: alpha-motion

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1201_GB-WEISTEANBAU-3751
SNAP CONNECTOR
GB
Snap Connector (1)
1.
Secure Expander (EX) in the correct position
Position A
-
before hooking up to the tractor
Position B
-
after hooking up to the tractor and during mowing
2.
Mount snap
connector (Weiste
triangle) onto the
front lifting gear in
a
vertical
position
or inclined slightly
forward.
3.
Lock lower link
bolts (2) so that
they are free from
play.
Insert lower linkage bolts from the inside outward to
prevent damage to protective aprons. At most, linch
pins may extend outside the lower linkage. For correct
positions see diag. 1, 2, 3.
Linch pin inside (diag. 1)
Linch pin outside (diag. 2)
Linch pin outside (diag. 3)
TD28/91/28
1
A
EX
B
P1
407-12-01
407-12-02
407-12-03

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SNAP CONNECTOR GB
4. Connect and lift mower unit (H2).
5. Secure locking clamp (V) with cotter pin.
- Check the position of the adjustable plate Platte
(P1).
Thegap to thehookshould be asnarrowas possible.
6. Fit drive shaft.
V

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GB
Mounting
- See chapter “Attaching with the Snap Connector”
- Connect lifting cylinder hydraulic lines to the tractor’s
single-action (EW) hydraulic circuit
- Open stop cock (pos. E)
- Lift the mounting frame
(A) over the tractor’s lifting
gear
- Swivel the bracket (K) forward
- Set working height at 1370 mm and secure with chain
(7)
(The limiting chains serve as setting aids!)
Parking position
- For parking the implement, swivel the bracket (K) up
(pos. 0)
- Close stop cock (pos. A)
Note!
The conditioner can be removed only in
this position (pos. 0)
Transport position
- Always lock the cutter unit when transporting
- Swivel the bracket (K) to pos. 1
- Close stop cock (pos. A)
Attention!
The cutter bar
must always be
secured during
transportation.
K
Pos 1
Variant with NOVACAT 301 and 261
K
Pos 0
A
495.794
1370
EW
T
P
T
021-06-04
Pos. E
Pos.
A
Pos. E
Pos.
A
Pos. E
Pos.
A
Attention!
Park the implement
on flat, firm
ground
“alpha motion” MOUNTED DEVICE
Beware!
The following
danger source
exists with double
action front
lifting devices
on tractors: The
maximum mower
unit lowering
depth is set with
limiting chains.
If the lifting gear
exceeds the maxi-
mum set lowering
depth then load
is placed on the
limiting chains.
This can lead to the
chain or the linch
pin breaking and
danger of injury
exists for persons
standing in the
danger are!

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GB
“alpha motion” MOUNTED DEVICE
Operation
- Swivel the bracket (K) to pos. 2
K
Pos 2
Set spring tension
E = Relieving springs
R = Weight counterbalance: right
L = Weight counterbalance: left
Set cutting height 1)
With upper link (O):
Altering the upper link length (L +/-) enables a cutting
height difference of between 3 to 6 cm.
Note!
When stopping the mower bring the triangular
headstock into the vertical position.
With high cut skids:
Use when cutting height exceeds 6 cm
1)Only with disc mowing
Cutter unit with Swath Maker (Standard values)
Type E R L
(mm) (mm) (mm)
NOVACAT 261 245 55 25
NOVACAT 301 270 25 60
NOVACAT 351 250 25 90
Cutterunitwith Conditioner ED (Standardvalues)
Type E R L
(mm) (mm) (mm)
NOVACAT 261 180 45 45
NOVACAT 301 205 45 45
NOVACAT 351 185 25 25
Cutterunitwith Conditioner RC(Standard values)
Type E R L
(mm) (mm) (mm)
NOVACAT 301 160 45 45
NOVACAT 351 210 25 25
- More important than the standard length value for
springs is the ground bearing load of the cutter bar.
It should be about 150 kg (approx. 75kg left and
right).
Note!
When setting and during operation, the
hydraulic control valve for the front lifting
gear must be locked for the position set.
75 kg
TD 71-98-05

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GB
STARTING WORK
In the event of a collision
•
Stop immediately and switch off the drive.
•
Check the implement carefully for any damage In
particular check the mowing discs and their drive shafts
(4a).
•
If necessary have it checked over in the work shop as
well.
After contact with a foreign object
•
Check the condition of knives and the knife fixings.
•
Retighten all knife screw fittings.
•
Check the implement carefully for any damage. The
mowing discs and their drive shaft must be checked in
particular.
•
If necessary have it checked over in the work shop as
well.
5.
Remain at a distance when the engine is
running.
•
Guide people out of the danger area as they may receive
injuries from foreign objects being ejected by the mower.
Special care is necessary on stony ground and near
roads and paths.
Safety advice
1.
Check
-
Check the condition of knives and the knife holder.
-
Check mower discs for damage (see chapter
"Maintenance and Service")
2.
Switch machine on in working position only
and do not exceed the specified p.t.o. speed
(e.g. max. 540 rpm)!
A transfer, located near the gearing, advises which p.t.o.
speed your mower unit is equipped for.
•
Always and only switch the p.t.o. drive on when all
safety devices (covers, protective clothes, casings) are
in proper condition and are attached to the implement
in their safety positions.
-
Hook up expander (EX)
3.
Pay attention to correct p.t.o.
direction of rotation!
4.
Prevent any damage!
Theareatobemowedmustbefreeofobstacles
or foreign objects. Such objects (e.g. large
stones, pieces of wood, boundary stones,
etc.) can damage the mower unit.
TD8/95/
6
TD8/95/6 TD8/95/
EX
bsb 447 410

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STARTING WORK GB
Remedy! Where p.t.o. on tractor being used
cannot be switched to rotate anticlockwise:
- Remove transmission (G2), turn it 180° and refit it.
Important
notes prior
to starting
work
Safety information:
see Supplement
A, pt. 1. - 7.)
General
For mowing the p.t.o. must rotate anticlockwise.
Note direction of rotation of mower discs
• After the first
hours of opera-
tion
• Retighten screw
fittings for all
knives.
TD40/94/16
TD 79/98/53
G1
G2
The mower discs direction of rotation is OK if the outside
mower discs rotate inward when viewed from the front.
Set cutting height1)
With upper link (O):
Altering the upper link length (L +/-) enables a cutting
height difference of between 3 to 6 cm.
Note!
When parking mower, bring triangular
mounting frame back to vertical position.
With high-cut skids:
Use when cutting height exceeds 6 cm.
only for disc mowing
6. Wear hearing protection
The noise level in the workplace can
deviate from the measured value (see
Technical Data) partly because of the
differing cabin types of various tractors.
• If a noise level of 85 dB (A) is reached or exceeded,
then the contractor (farmer) must have suitable hearing
protection readily available (UVV 1.1 § 2).
• If a noise level of 90 dB (A) is reached or exceeded,
then hearing protection must be worn (UVV 1.1 § 16).

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STARTING WORK GB
Mowing
Be advised!
Check all safety devices!
Stones and other objects can be picked
up and ejected when mowing. Direct all
persons out of the danger area.
Side protection must be properly folded
down and secured!
1. Set cuttingheightbyturning upperlinkspindle
(max. 5° incline for mower discs)
2. For mowing, slowly engage the p.t.o. shaft
away from the crop and bring the mower rotor
up to full speed.
Smoothly increasing the p.t.o. speed will avoid system-
related noises from the p.t.o. shaft free-running.
- The driving speed depends on the ground conditions
and the crop to be mown.
Reversing
Raise the mower when reversing!

Operating Principle
A narrow swath is formed when using the swath plates while mowing. This avoids driving over the crop with wide tractor
tyres.
Warning!
Rotating parts,
danger of being
pulled in. Never
open or remove
protective devices
when engine is
running.
Safety note:
Read and comply
with the Opera-
ting Instructions
and particularly
the safety notes
prior to commis-
sioning.
Designations:
(1) Swath disc (2) Swath disc holder
(3) Adjusting mechanism
Adjustment Possibilities
Working range:
The horizontal working range of the swath former is
adjustable via the slots (L).
Optimum adjustment:
The discs are mounted 0-10 mm lower than the bottom
edge of the cutter bar.
1
2
3
1
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0900-GB_SWATH FORMER_3843
GB
SWATH FORMER

Non-standard equipment
Additional swath plate
Adjusting the two tension springs:
A = For tall, dense fodder crops.
B = Basic setting.
C= For short fodder crops.
Conveying cone
The conveying cones are recommended:
- To improve the output for the swath deposit,particularly
with heavy, dense fodder crops.
- See Spare Parts List for spare parts
maintenance
The swath former is maintenance-free with the exception of cleaning activities.
Removal and installation of the swath former
The mower unit is compatible for optional hitching of a tine conditioner, roller conditioner or swath former. Special work
steps are necessary for the conversion depending on the attachment unit.
For details see the Section “REPLACE CONDITIONER”
122-02-39
Caution!
Switch off the engi-
ne before carrying
out maintenance
and repair work
and remove the
ignition key.
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SWATH FORMER GB

Operation mode
The aim of conditioning is to ream the wax layer (protection layer) on the blade of grass. Consequently, the fodder looses
moisture more easily and dries more quickly. Conditioning is carried out using V-shaped tines, placed in a spiral on the
conditioner shaft. The intensity is adjusted via a baffle plate with conditioner rails.
Warning!
Danger of being
drawn-in when
components are
still rotating.
Do not open or
remove protective
devices while the
engine is running.
Safety information
Read and observe
the operating
instructions and,
in particular, the
safety information
prior to initial
operation.
Designations:
(1) adjustable swath board (2) Intensity adjustment unit
(3) Tine rotor (4) Propeller unit
(5) Support leg
1
3
4
2
5
Possible settings
Foroptimaladaptation to thesurroundingconditions, make
the following adjustments to the tine conditioner:
Setting the conditioning effect:
Adjust the distance between the adjustment bracket and
the rotor using lever (1).
- Position (3): the most effective conditioning. The fodder
surface is strongly reamed. However, the fodder must
not be beaten.
- Position (0): the fodder surface is reamed only slightly.
1
3
210
355-08-15
The right setting depends on the quantity of the cuttings,
driving speed and tractor capacity among other things.
Therefore,wecannotprovideanobligatoryrecommendation
regarding the correct lever setting.
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GB
TINE CONDITIONER

Note!
Incorrectly setting
the swath plates
and guide plates
may lead to:
- increased power
requirements
- machine clogging
- V-belt damages
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TINE CONDITIONER GB
Set swath width:
The swath boards shape the cut and conditioned fodder to
the desired swath width. You adjust the swath plates left
and right by opening and setting the adjustment screw in
an identical way (S)
s
Setting the position of swath and guide plates
The settings listed below should be taken as basic settings.
Because of the various types of crops, an optimum setting
of the guiding plates can possibly first be ascertained when
the machine is in use.
Crop spreading
- Swivel the swath plates (S) completely to the outside
- Position (B)
278-09-52
B
Windrows
- Swivel the swath plates (S) to the inside
- Position (L)
278-09-53
l