Pottinger NOVACAT 266 F User manual

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NOVACAT 356 F
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Dokument D
GB-0600 Dokum D Anbaugeräte
PÖTTINGER Landtechnik GmbH
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Tel. 07248 / 600 -0
Telefax 07248 / 600-2511
TMachine checked according to delivery note. All attached parts removed. All safety equipment, drive shaft and operating
devices at hand.
TOperation and maintenance of machine and/or implement according to operating instructions explained to the customer.
TTyres checked re. correct pressure.
TWheel nuts checked re. tightness.
TDrive shaft cut to correct lenght.
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TFitting to tractor carried out: to three-point linkage
TTrial run carried out and no defects found.
TFunctions explained during trial run.
TPivoting in transporting and operating position explained.
TInformation given re. optional extras.
TAbsolute need to read the operating manual indicated.
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR
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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
Transport position (< 3 m) .........................................7
Road Transport..........................................................7
Work position.............................................................7
Rigid steering mechanism .........................................8
Telescopic steering mechanism ................................8
Damped steering mechanism....................................8
Pay particul arattention before initial attachment to
Tractor!.......................................................................9
Snap Connector (1)..................................................10
ADJUSTMENTS "CLASSIC"
Adjusting the floor bearing load of the mowing
bar............................................................................11
Setting of spring tension..........................................11
ADJUSTMENTS
HYDRAULIC MOWER UNIT RELIEF
Grow the Mower at the tractor and put in the
hydraulic relief..........................................................12
“ALPHA MOTION” MOUNTED DEVICE
Parking position.......................................................15
Transport position....................................................15
Mounting..................................................................15
Set spring tension....................................................16
Operation.................................................................16
Set cutting height 1) .................................................16
STARTING WORK
Safety hints..............................................................17
Watch for the direction of rotation of the mowing
discs ........................................................................18
Mower unit with Conditioner 1) ................................18
Operation.................................................................18
SWATH FORMER (VARIATIONS)
Mower unit with swath discs 1) ( up to 2001
model)......................................................................19
Adjustment of both swath makers(8i (from 2002
model)......................................................................20
Adjustment of swath width(8i ...................................20
Swath Boards ..........................................................21
CONDITIONER
Mowing with the conditioner ...................................22
Correct belt tension.................................................22
700 r.p.m. for rotor...................................................22
Gearbox (variations).................................................22
Position of the rotor prongs.....................................22
Dismounting and mounting the conditioner ............23
Mowing without Conditioner ...................................25
Optional extra ..........................................................25
ROLLER CONDITIONER (NOVACAT 266 F, 306
F)
Settings....................................................................28
Cleaning and maintenance......................................28
ROLLER CONDITIONER (NOVACAT 356 F)
Functionality ............................................................29
Possible settings .....................................................29
Operation.................................................................30
Maintenance ............................................................31
MAINTENANCE
Safety point .............................................................33
General maintenance hints......................................33
Cleaning of machine parts.......................................33
Parking in the ope....................................................33
Winter storage .........................................................33
Drive shafts..............................................................33
Hydraulic unit...........................................................33
Cutter bar oil level check .......................................34
Angular gear ............................................................35
Installing cutter blades ...........................................35
Cutter bar.................................................................35
Checking wear on mowing blade holders ...............36
Holder for a quick change of cutter blades.............37
Checking the mowing blade suspension.................37
Changing the Cutter Blades (up to 2003 model).....37
Changing the Cutter Blades (from 2004 model)......38
Storing the lever ......................................................38
TECHNICAL DATA
Technical data..........................................................39
Optional equipment .................................................39
Necessary connections ...........................................39
The defined use of the mower unit..........................40
Position of Vehicle Identification Plate ....................40
SUPPLEMENT
Recommendations for work safety .........................43
Driveshaft.................................................................44
Lubrication chart......................................................46
Lubricants ...............................................................48
Repairs on the cutter bar.........................................50
TAPER BUSHES
Taper bushes installation instructions .....................51
Combination of tractor and mounted implement ....53

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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.
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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 casesuchasthisplease
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!
Thefollowingdanger sourceexistswith double action
front lifting devices on tractors:
The maximum mower unit lowering depth is set
with limiting chains. If the lifting 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!

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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 to stop 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 (< 3 m)
When both protective elements have been raised and are engaged
in the holder (3), the total width of the unit is less than 3m.
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
Turnthep.t.o. ononly when allsafety 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.
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ATTACHING TO TRACTOR
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Rigid steering mechanism
Use a rigid steering mechanism
* with disc mower units
NOVACAT 266 F
NOVACAT 306 F
NOVACAT 306 F - with “Alpha Motion” mounted device
• with drum mower units
EUROCAT 276 F - equipped with hydraulic relief units (20)
EUROCAT 316 F - equipped with hydraulic relief units (20)
EUROCAT 316 F - with “Alpha Motion” mounted device
Telescopic steering mechanism
Use a telescopic steering mechanism
* with drum mower units (EUROCAT) in combination with towing
vehicles equipped with an electronic lifting system.
The telescopic steering mechanism enables the mower drums to
adapt well to uneven patches of ground which run at right angles to
the direction of motion.
- The length of swing (L) can be adjusted by rotating the
spindle.
- To shorten the steering mechanism, see Annex - D
Thetelescopicupperlinkmustnot be used on mowing
bars with hydraulic relief unit (20) and with the “alpha
Motion” version.
Damped steering mechanism
Use a damped steering mechanism (DSM)
* with drum mower units (EUROCAT) in combination with towing
vehicles which are equipped with an electronic lifting system.
- See also chapter on ”DAMPED STEERING MECHANISM”
The spring-loaded upper link must not be used on
mowing bars with hydraulic relief unit (20) and with
the “alpha Motion” version.

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SNAP CONNECTOR GB
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 screws (SK) slightly
- do not loosen too much; the plate (P1) should be
able to move in the slot when tapped lightly with a
hammer.
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!

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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.
4. Connect and lift mower unit (H2).
5. Secure locking clamp (V) with cotter pin.
- Check the position of the adjustable plate Platte
(P1).
The gap to the hook should be as narrow as
possible.
6. Fit drive shaft.
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ADJUSTMENTS "CLASSIC"
4. The optimum angle of 20° - 22° should be maintained
as well.
• Various attachments for the different tractor types are shown on
chapter "SPECIAL ATTACHING KITS". These atachments are
manufactured for relatively simple self-assembly.
- Slip the hose clamp (20) onto the tension spring.
Doing this means that spring tension does not have to be checked
every time unit is attached to tractor.
The set measurement of "L2" need only be checked and, if
necessary, adjusted when tractors are changed.
Setting of spring tension
X2 = 152 mm
Mower with swath discs
Adjusting the floor bearing load of the mowing bar
Adjusting hints
- The mowing bar should weigh 150kg resting on the ground (75kg
left and right).
As the total weight of the mowing unit is higher, a corresponding
weight relief must be set.
For this purpose, a mowing unit with swath discs is equipped with
two tension springs, which must be pre-tensioned accordingly.
Setting of spring tension
1. Lift implement hydraulically
2. Secure both chains
3. Lower implement to the ground.
NOVACAT 266 F: L2 = 420 mm
NOVACAT 306 F: L2 = 440 mm
EUROCAT 276 F: L2 = 440 mm
EUROCAT 316 F: L2 = 450 mm
This mesaurement should be taken as an approx.
value.
• More important is that the ground - bearing load
of the cutter bar should be approx. 150 kg (left
and right 75 kg)
- Set spring tension accordingly.
TD29/93/2
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75 kg
TD 71-98-05
X2
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ADJUSTMENTS
HYDRAULIC MOWER UNIT RELIEF
Note!
Forfrontlifting gearwithdouble-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
3. Open stopcock (E)
4. Delivery valve completely opens
Direction of rotation to the left
5. Thetwochains(7) soit installs,thatthedistanceamounts
between cultivation-frameworks and cylinder bore (7b)
to 14,5 cm.
- Link plate L1 inserted in hole 7b is the basic setting
- The angle (W) is of importance and should amount to 60° - 70°.
On the basis of the different designs of the different manufacturers,
no unambiguous chain-inclination can be rixed (see chapter
"SPECIAL ATTACHING KITS")
Grow the Mower at the tractor and put in the hydraulic relief
Instruction to the cultivation and the attitude
of the hydraulic mower support for Pöttinger
Front-Mower Nova CAT 266/306 and Euro
CAT 276/316
Note!
Whensettinguporduring operationthe hydraulic
control valve for the front lifting gear must be in
the floating position.
1. On even surface appliance grows and up to the ground
sinks (H1).
2. Connecting the hydraulic lead to the mowing unit and
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HYDRAULIC MOWER UNIT RELIEF
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6. Close pressure valve (P1) completely (clockwise)
7. Activate hydraulic control valve (ST) until a pressure of
150 bar registers on the pressure gauge.
8. Move the hydraulic control valve to floating position
(S)
9. Pressureshownonvalve shouldreducetoapproximately
120 bar
If valve shows less than 120 bar
- screw knurled bolt (R1) in completely
- activate hydraulic control valve (ST) until valve indicates a
pressure of 150 bar
- move the hydraulic control valve (ST) to the floating position
- Unscrew knurled bolt (R1) to the point where up to 120 bar is
indicated (minimum 85 bar, maximum 150 bar)
- Lock knurled bolt (R2)
If more than 120 bar pressure is indicated
- unscrew knurled bolt (R1) until 120 bar is indicated (minimum
85 bar, maximum 150 bar)
- Lock knurled bolt (R2)
10. Control the distance (14,5 cm) between cultivation-
frameworks and cylinder bore (7b) - see picture 5
If corrections are necessary - see point 14
11. Check the floor bearing load of the mowing bar (150
kg) (75 kg left and right).
If corrections are necessary - see point 14
12. Close stopcock (A)
13. The hydraulics-management (Hyd) can now become
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14.3 If the mowing bar rests too heavily on the ground
- Screw in knurled bolt (R1) completely
- Repeat points 7 and 8 and increase the pressure (normal
setting 120 bar) by 10 bar, by means of the knurled bolt
Take care. Do not exceed maximum pressure of 150 bar
If 150 bar is set and the mowing bar still rests too heavily
on the ground
- Raise the unit hydraulically (H2)
- move the link plate (L1) to the upper hole (7a)
15. General conditions hints
Making corresponding adjustments or corrections:
- When the unit is hooked onto various tractors alternately
- instead of the conditionierer place swath disc or otherwise
(weight-difference)
- through strong filth-construction the ground-contact pressure
clearly ascends
14. Corrections:
14.1 Dimension 14,5 cm between cultivation-fremeworks
and cylinder bore (7b) is not yet reached.
- Raise unit hydraulically (H2)
- Length of the chains (7) by means of hook accordingly
changes
- Lower the unit to the ground (H1)
- Dimension again controls
14.2 If the mowing bar rests too lightly on the ground
- reduce the pressure shown (on the valve) by approx. 5 –10
bar by means of the knurled bolt (R1)
Take care that pressure is not reduced below 85 bar
If 85 bar is set and the mowing bar still rests too lightly
on the ground
- move the link plate (L1) to the under hole (7c)
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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 (CR) 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 NOVOCAT 306F and 316F
K
Pos 0
A
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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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“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
Type E R L
(mm) (mm) (mm)
EUROCAT 316 F 245 55 25
NOVACAT 306 F 270 25 60
NOVACAT 356 F 250 25 90
Cutter unit with Conditioner ED
Type E R L
(mm) (mm) (mm)
EUROCAT 316 F 180 45 45
NOVACAT 306 F 205 45 45
NOVACAT 356 F 185 25 25
Cutter unit with Conditioner RC
Type E R L
(mm) (mm) (mm)
NOVACAT 306 F 160 45 45
NOVACAT 356 F 210 25 25
Note!
When setting and during operation, the
hydraulic control valve for the front lifting
gear must be locked for the position set.

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STARTING WORK
Safety hints
1. Check
- Check the condition of knives and the knife holder.
- Check cutting drums for damage (see also chapter
"Maintenance").
2. Switch-onthemachineonlyinworking position
and do not exceed the prescribed power take-
off speed (for example max. 540 rpm).
A transfer, which is located near the gear, advises which
p.t.o. speed your mower unit is equipped for.
• Turn the p.t.o.ononly whenallsafetydevices (coverings,
protective aprons, casings, etc.) are in proper condition
and attached to the implement in the correct protective
positions.
- Fit expander (EX)
3. Pay attention to correct p.t.o.
direction of rotation!
4. Damage protection!
• The surface to be mowed must be free of
obstructions or foreign objects. Such objects
(e.g. large stones, pieces of wood, boundary
stones, etc.) can damage the mower unit.
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TD8/95/6
In the event of a collision
• Stop immediately and switch off the drive.
• Carefully check the implement for
damage. The mowing discs and
their drive shaft must be checked in
particulare.
• Have the implement checked also by
a specialist workshop if necessary.
After any contact with foreign objects
• Check the condition of knives and the knife holder (see chapter "Maintenance
and service").
• Retighten all knife screw fittings.
• Carefully check the implement for damage. The mowing discs and their
drive shaft must be checked in particulare.
• Have the implement checked also by a specialist workshop if necessary.
5. Stay clear while engine is running.
- Keep people out of the danger
zone - foreign bodies which
can be ejected by the mower
could injure them.
Special care is necessary on
or near stony ground.
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, the farmer must have
suitable hearing protection in readiness (UVV 1.1 §2).
• If a noise level of 90 dB (A) is reached or exceeded, the hearing protection
must be worn (UVV 1.1 § 16).

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STARTING WORK
1) Option
Remedy, if the tractor’s power take-off shaft
drive cannot be switched to turn to the left:
- dismantle the transmission (G2), rotate by 180 degrees
and re-install
Important
points
before
starting work
Safety hints: see
supplement-A1
points 1. - 7.)
General
For mowing, the power take-off shaft drive should be
switched to turn to the left.
TD40/94/16
TD 79/98/53
G2
NOVACAT 266 F NOVACAT 306 F
Mower unit with Conditioner 1)
1. Check condition of V-belts.
Replace worn out and damaged V-belts!
2. Check V-belt tension!
• see chapter "CONDITIONER".
Operation
1. Adjust cutting height by turning upper link
spindle (inclination of the cutting discs max.
5°).
2. To mow, slowly throw in the p.t.o. away from
the mowing area and bring the mowing rotor
up to full speed.
Smoothly increase the p.t.o. speed, in order to avoid
noises in the free-wheel conditioned by the system.
- Adjust travel speed to terrain and crop.
Watch for the direction of rotation of the mowing discs
After the first hours
of operation
• Retighten all
knife screw
fittings.

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SWATH FORMER (VARIATIONS)
1) Option
Mower unit with swath discs 1) ( up to 2001 model)
Setting both rubber discs
By inserting up to 3 shims (16), the swath width can be reduced.
The bracket will then, according to the number of shims, be
erected at an angle (W).
If a conditioner is not attached to the mower unit then the swath
former can be attached for mowing.
The swath former is fixed to the same holding brackets as the
conditioner.
Setting both tension springs
A = for high dense forage
B = basic setting
C = for short forage

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SWATH FORMER (VARIATIONS)
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Adjustment of both swath makers(8i (from 2002 model)
Setting both tension springs
A = for high dense forage
B = basic setting
C = for short forage
Adjustment of swath width(8i
The swath width can be altered by changing the position of the
lever (6).
If an obstruction appears then the swath width is to be increased.
8i) see Supplement-A