SaMASZ KDT 180 User manual

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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Serial No:
The original operator’s manual
ENGLISH
IN221EN011
22.10.2019
EDITION No 11
REAR DISC MOWER
KDT 180
KDT 220
KDT 260
KDT 300
KDT 340
KDT 341
KDT 220 S/SL/W
KDT 260 S/SL/W

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Optimum inclination towards the ground is 0 ÷ 5° to the mowing
direction. Different inclination may damage the mower.
DO NOT
TURN THE DRIVE ON IF THE MOWER
IS NOT IN WORKING POSITION.
DO NOT
LIFT THE MOWER BEFORE THE MOWING DISCS
HAVE COME TO COMPLETE STANDSTILL.
DO NOT
OPERATE WHEN ANY PERSON REMAINS IN THE
DANGER AREA OF 50 m / 170 ft.
CAUTION:
Keep this manual for future reference.
Well-proven design with thousands of machines in regular use in many countries and quality materials
ensure high durability and reliability of SaMASZ mowers.
We congratulate you on the purchase of your new SaMASZ mower and wish you much pleasure and
the very best work results through the years to come.
0 ÷ 5°

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Table of contents
Page
1. IDENTIFYING THE MACHINE..................................................................................................... 5
2. INTRODUCTION...................................................................................................................... 5
3. PROPER USE ......................................................................................................................... 6
3.1. Technical data..................................................................................................................................7
3.2. Design and working principle.............................................................................................................8
3.2.1. Rear disk mower...........................................................................................................................8
3.2.2. Rear disk mower with tine condioner .............................................................................................8
3.2.3. Rear disk mower with roller condioner...........................................................................................9
3.3. Standard equipment and spare parts .................................................................................................9
4. SAFETY ADVICE ....................................................................................................................11
4.1. Safety rules and regulations ............................................................................................................11
4.2. Qualifications of operator................................................................................................................13
4.3. Mounting mower onto tractor ..........................................................................................................13
4.4. Transport .......................................................................................................................................13
4.4.1. Putting the mower onto another vehicle for transport...................................................................14
4.5. Working parts .................................................................................................................................15
4.6. PTO shaft .......................................................................................................................................15
4.7. Hydraulic assembly.........................................................................................................................15
4.8. Residual risk...................................................................................................................................16
4.8.1. Danger of catching .....................................................................................................................16
4.8.2. Danger of injury, abrasion and damage of skin.............................................................................16
4.8.3. Danger of liquid ejection out of hydraulic system.........................................................................16
4.8.4. Bans ..........................................................................................................................................17
4.8.5. Residual risk evaluation..............................................................................................................17
4.9. Warning decals and their meaning...................................................................................................18
5. OPERATION..........................................................................................................................21
5.1. Attaching the mower to the tractor ..................................................................................................21
5.2. Mounting PTO shaft........................................................................................................................22
5.3. Preparing the mower for transport...................................................................................................23
5.4. Preparing the mower for transport on public roads...........................................................................24
5.5. Switching from transport to working position ...................................................................................25
5.5.1. Operating positions of the mower ...............................................................................................26
5.6. Preparing the mower for work..........................................................................................................26
5.7. Operation (mowing) ........................................................................................................................27
5.7.1. Essential information concerning mowing ...................................................................................27
5.7.2. Design and and operation of safety breakaway device .................................................................28
5.7.3. Removing clogging and jams ......................................................................................................29
5.7.4. Taking turns over swaths............................................................................................................29
5.8. Dismounting mower from tractor.....................................................................................................29
6. MOUNTING AND ADJUSTMENTS..............................................................................................30
6.1. Mounting and timing of the knives...................................................................................................30
6.2. Controlling condition of knives and knife mounting ..........................................................................30
6.3. Replacing the knives and knife mountings........................................................................................31
6.4. Adjusting the cutterbar....................................................................................................................33
6.5. Adjusting the cutting height.............................................................................................................34
6.6. 3-point linkage support chain ..........................................................................................................34
6.7. Adjusting pressure of the cutter bar using support springs ...............................................................35
6.8. Adjusting the space between tine conditioner’s mask and its shaft ...................................................35
6.9. Replacing the conditioner’s tines .....................................................................................................36
6.10.Adjusting force of the prssure of roller conditioner...........................................................................37
6.11.Maintenance and service.................................................................................................................38
6.11.1. Checking the V-belts tension .................................................................................................38
6.11.2. Inspection of tension of toothed belt for gears of rollers and conditioner................................38
6.11.3. Daily maintenance ................................................................................................................39
6.11.4. After-season maintenance and storing of machine.................................................................40

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7. LUBRICATION.......................................................................................................................40
7.1. Cutterbar........................................................................................................................................40
7.2. Axis gear........................................................................................................................................41
7.3. Roller conditioner’s gearbox............................................................................................................42
7.4. Lubrication points...........................................................................................................................42
8. DEFECTS AND THEIR REPAIRS ................................................................................................ 44
9. DISASSEMBLY AND WITHDRAWAL FROM USE............................................................................ 45
9.1. Disassembly...................................................................................................................................45
9.2. Scrapping.......................................................................................................................................45
10. WARRANTY CARD ................................................................................................................. 45
11. WARRANTY TERMS ...............................................................................................................46
11.1.Warranty claims procedures............................................................................................................46
11.2.Warranty repairs record...................................................................................................................48

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1. IDENTIFYING THE MACHINE
Data plate is mounted to the mower’s main frame in the place shown below (Fig. 1).
Fig. 1. Data plate place
Fig. 2. Data plate
Data plate includes:
❑name and adress of the manufacturer,
❑model year,
❑CE marking means, that the produce conforms
❑version number,
to 2006/42/EC Directive and harmonized standards,
❑machine weight,
❑machine symbol,
❑id number,
❑date of manufacture,
❑barcode.
NOTICE:
In case the operator's manual is unclear or illegible all necessary information can
be obtained from manufacturer or the dealer.
2. INTRODUCTION
❑This operator’s manual should be considered as the basic mower’s equipment and keep for future
use. If the mower is handed over to another operator, it should be in working condition and given
away along with operator’s manual and it’s other basic equipment.
❑Operator’s manual is attached to every machine in order that the operator can familiarize himself
with design, working principles, service and adjustment of the mower. The user of the mower should
be familiar with common safety rules and procedures.
❑The mower is manufactured according to international safety rules.
❑Compliance with the warnings in this operator’s manual will ensure safe operation.
❑Please contact your dealer if you have any queries relating to the operation and service of
the mower.
❑This operator’s manual is an indispensable part of any machine and is intended to familiarize future
user with principles of proper operation and use of the machine as well as the risks involved.
WARNING!
Operation of the mower before reading the operator’s manual carefully as well
as operating by the unauthorized staff, especially by children, is strictly
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3. PROPER USE
Mower KDT is equipped with "Perfect Cut" cutterbar. Table 1 shows the differences in mowing
height depending on angle at which cutterbars are set and what kind of skids are applied.
Tab. 1. Mowing height depending on the kind of the cutting bar and its tilt angle
„Perfect Cut” cutting bar
No tilt
3° tilt
5° tilt
Standard mowing height
Optional heights when using high mowing topping
Optional heights when using high mowing double topping
Note: Grass, which is very rare should be mowed with zero angle inclination.
❑The rear mounted disc mower is intended to mow green fodder: grass, alfalfa and such on
permanent grassland (pastures), on crop fields without rocks, and to form loose rows of cut fodder.
The pasture or field being mown should be even, best if prepared by rolling. In the event of a
majority of tall grass the first and second mowing should be done at a height of 6 - 7 cm (2.4" -
2.8"), while with a majority of short grasses at a height of 5 cm (2"). The last mowing should be
done a little higher - at 7 - 8 cm (2.8" - 3.1" ) from the ground.
❑The rear mounted disc mower with conditioner /rollers is intended to mow green fodder: grass,
alfalfa and such on permanent grassland (pastures), on crop fields without rocks, and to form loose
rows of cut fodder. As a result of the passing of the layers of the green fodder through the flails or
rollers the grass stems are broken and a layer of wax is removed. This facilitates and speeds up
the drying process of the fodder by approximately 30 to 40%. The use of rollers is especially
recommended when mowing legumes such as alfalfa. Rollers are particularly recommended for
mowing grass legume such as alfalfa. The pasture or field being mown should be even, best if
prepared by rolling. This is especially true of mowers with rollers as they tolerate rocks with a
diameter of a few centimetres. If a larger stone is picked up stop and remove it as it could cause
damage of the discs. With a majority of tall grasses the first and second mowing should be done
at a height of 6 - 7 cm (2.4" - 2.8"), while with a majority of short grasses at a height of 5 cm (2").
The last mowing should be done a little higher - at 7 - 8 cm (2.8" - 3.1") from the ground.
72 mm / 2.8''
54 mm / 2.1''
43 mm / 1.7''
91 mm / 3.6''
70 mm / 2.8''
60 mm / 2.4''
110 mm / 4.3''
90 mm / 3.5''
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WARNING!
Use of the mower for other purposes than the above mentioned is forbidden.
Different use than the above mentioned will be considered as improper and may
lead to revoking of the warranty. Mower should be used, operated and repaired
only by people familiarised with its detailed specifications and with safety rules
and regulations. Wilful changes of the mower will lead to revoking of the
warranty.
3.1. Technical data
Tab. 2. Specification of the mowers
Model:
KDT 180
KDT 220
KDT 260
KDT 300
KDT 340
KDT 341
Working width
1.8 m/5'11"
2.2 m/7' 3"
2.6 m/8' 6"
3.0 m/9'10"
3.4 m/11'2"
3.4 m/11'2"
Number of knives [pcs.]
8 (2 x 4)
10 (2 x 5)
12 (2 x 6)
14 (2 x 7)
16 (2 x 8)
16 (2 x 8)
Tractor PTO rpm
540 rpm
Tractor power required
22 kW
(30 HP)
30 kW
(50 HP)
50 kW
(70 HP)
60 kW
(80 HP)
70 kW
(90 HP)
70 kW
(90 HP)
3-point linkage category
II
Working capacity
~ 2,0 ha/h
~ 2,5 ha/h
~ 3,0 ha/h
~ 3,5 ha/h
~ 4,0 ha/h
~ 4,0 ha/h
Transport length
1.2m / 3' 11"
Transport width
1.85 m/6'1"
2.15 m/7'1"
2.15 m/7'1"
2.15 m/7'1"
2.2 m /7'3"
2.2 m /7'3"
Working width
3.5 m/11'6"
4.2 m/13'9"
4.6 m/15'1"
5.1 m/16'9"
5.6 m/18'1"
5.6 m/18'1"
Weight
550 kg /
1213 lbs.
670 kg /
1477 lbs.
725 kg /
1599 lbs.
785 kg /
1730 lbs.
825 kg /
1818 lbs.
825 kg /
1818 lbs.
Cutting speed of the knife
91 m/s
Disc rpm
3250 rpm
Noise level LpA
101 ± 1 dB
LAmax
113 ± 1 dB
LCpeak
116 ± 1 dB
Model:
KDT 220 S
KDT 260 S
KDT 260 SL
KDT 220 W
KDT 260 W
Working width
2.2 m / 7' 3"
2.6 m / 8' 6"
2.6 m / 8' 6"
2.2 m / 7' 3"
2.6 m / 8' 6"
Number of knives [pcs.]
10 (2 x 5)
12 (2 x 6)
12 (2 x 6)
10 (2 x 5)
12 (2 x 6)
Tractor PTO rpm
540 rpm
Tractor power required
44 kW
(60 HP)
66 kW
(90 HP)
66 kW
(90 HP)
44 kW
(60 HP)
66 kW
(90 HP)
3-point linkage category
II
Working capacity
~ 2,0 ha/h
~ 2,8 ha/h
~ 2,8 ha/h
~ 2,0 ha/h
~ 2,8 ha/h
Transport length
1.6 m / 5'3"
1.22 m / 6'1"
1.22 m / 4'
1.5 m / 4'11"
1.45 m / 4'9"
Transport width
2.15 m/7'1"
2.15 m/7'1"
2.15 m/7'1"
2.15 m/7'1"
2.2 m /7'3"
Working width
4.2 m/13'9"
4.7 m / 15'5"
4.7 m / 15'5"
4.2 m/13'9"
4.7 m / 15'5"
Weight
940 kg /
2073 lbs.
995 kg /
2194 lbs.
995 kg /
2194 lbs.
950 kg /
2095 lbs.
1005 kg /
2215 lbs.
Cutting speed of the knives
91 m/s
Disc rpm
3250 rpm
Noise level LpA
98 ±1dB
97 ±1dB
LAmax
109 ±1dB
109 ±1dB
LCpeak
112 ±1dB
112 ±1dB
S/SL/W –Mower with tine conditioner / with light-weight tine conditioner / with roller conditioner
LpA –noise level related to 8 hour working time. Averaged in time acoustic pressure level corrected by
frequency characteristic A.
LAmax –maximum value corrected by frequency characteristic A of acoustic pressure level.
LCpeak –peak level of acoustic pressure corrected by frequency characteristic C.

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3.2. Design and working principle
3.2.1. Rear disk mower
Fig. 3a. Parts of KDT rear disc mower
1 –3-point linkage frame
2 –Hydraulic cylinder with support springs
3 –V-belt drive
4 –Cutterbar
5 –Swath discs
6 –Safety curtain
3-point linkage frame (1) enables attachment of the mower to tractor’s 3-point linkage. Drive from
tractor’s rpm is transmitted through V-belt drive (3) on the cutterbar (4). Hydraulic cylinder (2) is used
to adjust the mower to working position. It is supplied from outer hydraulics of the tractor. Main frame,
on which the cutterbar (4) is situated, is supported by the springs (2). Swath discs (5) are mounted on
the main frame.
3.2.2. Rear disk mower with tine conditioner
Fig. 3b. Parts of KDT rear disc mower with tine conditioner
1 –3-point linkage frame
2 –Hydraulic cylinder with support springs
3 –Axis gear
4 –Cutterbar
5 –Swath discs
6 –Tine condioner safety curtain
7 –Tine conditioner
8 –V-belt drive
9 –Tine condioner PTO shaft
10 –Support legs
1
2
3
4
5
6
1
2
3
4
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3-point linkage frame (1) enables attachment of the mower to tractor’s 3-point linkage. Drive from
tractor’s rpm is transmitted through intersecting axis gear (3) on the cutterbar (4). On the cutterbar,
there are discs with two knives each. Apart from that, drive from tractor’s rpm through V-belt drive (8)
and PTO shaft (9) is transmitted to tine conditioner (7). Hydraulic cylinder (2) is used to adjust
the mower to working position. It is supplied from outer hydraulics of the tractor. Main frame, on which
the cutterbar (4) is situated, is supported by the springs (2). Swath guides (5) are mounted on the safety
curtain (6).
3.2.3. Rear disk mower with roller condioner
Fig. 3c. Parts of SaMASZ rear disc mower with tine conditioner
1 –3-point linakge frame
2 –Hydraulic cylinder with support springs
3 –Axis gear
4 –Cutterbar
5 –Swath guides
6 –Roller condioner safety guard
7 –Roller conditioner
8 –V-belt drive
9 –Roller condioner PTO shaft
10 –Support legs
3-point linkage frame (1) enables attachment of the mower to tractor’s 3-point linkage. Drive from
tractor’s rpm is transmitted through axis gear (3) on the cutterbar (4). On the cutterbar, there are discs
with two knives each. Apart from that, drive from tractor’s rpm through V-belt drive (8) and PTO shaft
(9) is transmitted to roller conditioner (7). Hydraulic cylinder (2) is used to adjust the mower to working
position. It is supplied from outer hydraulics of the tractor. Main frame, on which the cutterbar is
situated, is supported by the springs (2). Swath guides (5) are mounted on the safety guard.
3.3. Standard equipment and spare parts
The mowers are sold with the following standard equipment:
❑warranty card,
❑operator's manual with catalogue of spare parts and declaration of conformity,
❑cutting knives (additional set),
❑knife mounting key,
❑PTO shaft,
❑spray paint (150 ml / 5.3 uk fl oz).
Optional extra equipment:
❑warning triangle,
❑topping plates / double topping plates,
❑cutting disc with instep (set),
❑double swath guide (only KDT 341),
❑two swath cutterbar configuration (only KDT 341).
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NOTICE:
Optional extra equipment should be ordered separately.
The mower is equipped with such elements as holders and brackets used to mount warning lights
and plates. Combined lights and reflectors are mounted on the warning plates.
Tab. 3. Recommended PTO shaft for rear disc mower
Model
Power
Lenght
Moment
Symbol
Clutch
Using
Producent
HP
mm / ft. in.
Nm
KDT 180
21
860 - 1208 /
2'10" - 3'11"
270
7G2N086CE007096MA
Overrunning
right
Tractor –mower
Bondioli &
Pavesi
KDT 220
35
910 - 1275 /
2'12" - 4'2"
460
7G4N091CE007096MA
KDT 260
KDT 300
KDT 340
KDT 341
KDT 220
S/SL/W
35
910 - 1275 /
2'12" - 4'2"
460
7G4N091CE007096MA
Tractor –mower
21
1010 - 1433 /
3'4" - 4'8"
270
8G2N101FX007001
Overload
Tine conditioner PTO
KDT 260
S/SL/W
35
910 - 1275/
2'12" - 4'2"
460
7G4N091CE007096MA
Overrunning
right
Tractor –mower
21
1010 - 1433 /
3'4" - 4'8"
270
8G2N101FX007001
Overload
Roller conditioner
PTO
NOTICE:
Lubricate the PTO shaft with high quality multi-purpose grease every 50 shaft operating
hours (Fig. 4). If access holes are available, lubricate fittings through access holes.
Fig. 4. PTO shaft lubrication points. Mounting directions
PTO shafts of other brands with equivalent parameters could be used afer first obtaining SaMASZ
permission.
PTO shaft’s end without
clutch –To be mounted on
the tractor’s side.
PTO shaft’s end
with overrunning
clutch –To be
mounted on
mower’s side.
7G2N086CE007096MA
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4. SAFETY ADVICE
4.1. Safety rules and regulations
❑During operation of the mower the Regulation of the Farm Ministry and Food Economy from 12-01-
1998 dealing with safety and hygiene during the operation of tractors, machinery, tools and
equipment used for farming (Dz. U. Nr 12/98 poz. 51), should be observed.
❑Front axis of the tractor should be weighted to keep the balance. If need be, use front wheel weights.
❑In order to keep steering conditions, impact on front axis should be at least 20 % of the complete
tractor.
❑Any operation with hydraulic lift lever should be done from operator’s seat; DO NOT move the lever
from outside of a tractor.
❑In case of tractors equipped with EHR, operating with hydraulic lift is done by the buttons mounted
outside the tractor’s cabin. When operating be extremely careful.
❑When switching from working to transport position unmount the whole or at least one end (from
tractor’s PTO) of PTO shaft.
❑When mounting the mower on a tractor, danger of wounding is present. It is recommended for the
operator to wear protective gloves.
❑Operation without safety guards as well as with damaged or raised guards is not allowed (danger of
stones, etc. being thrown out). Damaged protective apron should be replaced with a new one.
❑DO NOT exceed 600 PTO rpm.
❑Nobody is allowed to remain within danger area of at least 50 m / 170'. Particular caution is
necessary when operating near roads and in stoney areas.
❑Any maintenance and adjustment work should only be done after the drive has been disconnected
and when cutting discs have come to complete standstill.
❑The condition of blade holders must be periodically checked. Any damaged or worn holders must
be replaced.
❑Check condition of knife mounting regularly. Damaged or worn knife mounting must be replaced.
❑When driving on public roads always comply with local traffic regulations, especially concerning
warning lights.
WARNING!
All service and repair operations must be done only after tractor’s engine has
been stopped and ignition key out, all rotating parts have come to complete
standstill and the cutterbar is on the ground.
WARNING!
Be certain that children and animals are at a safe distance away from the
machine. Never allow anyone to ride on a machine or tractor.
❑When the mower is lifted for repair on 3-point linkage, it should be secured against
falling by mechanical support or by chain.
❑The bolts and other fasteners have to be periodically checked and, if necessary, tightened or
replaced. DO NOT work with damaged or worn fasteners.
❑Never lift the mower on tractor linkage when the drive is on and the cutting discs are rotating.
❑When operating the mower, the tractor should always be equipped with cabin.
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❑Never start the mower when it is lifted.
❑Never start the mower, when people or animals are near the machine.
❑Never lift safety guard before rotating parts have come to complete standstill. Tractor’s engine
must be stopped. Caution! Cutting knives keep rotating for several minutes after engine is turned
off.
❑Always comply with safety decals describing hazards and warning signs placed on the machine.
❑Before you start the tractor make sure that every other drives are turned off and the levers steering
hydraulics are in neutral position.
❑Never leave tractor’s engine running without supervision. Before you leave the tractor, turn off the
engine and put off the key from tractor’s ignition switch.
❑It is forbidden to operate the mower when driving backwards.
❑Never get on the mower.
❑Never lift the mower on tractor’s 3-point linkage when the drive is on and the discs are rotating.
❑Permissible inclination of the slope when working and during transport is 8°.
❑Never stand between tractor and mower, before tractor-mower set is secured against moving by the
tractor’s brake.
❑Every maintenance work and regulations can be done only when the mower is on the ground.
❑If any maintenance work or regulation under lifted mower is needed, it must be secured against
falling.
❑When the parts of the mower need replacement, use only original spare parts according to spare
parts list.
❑Pay particular attention to PTO shaft’s guards and mower’s and tractor’s spline shaft guards. Never
work with damaged guards.
❑Hydraulic hoses should be periodically checked and if any damage occur or they expire, replace
with new ones. Expiry period should not exceed 5 years.
❑Never use scotch tape to repair hydraulic hoses.
❑When connecting hydraulic hoses to tractor’s hydraulic connectors make sure, that either tractor’s
or mower’s hydraulic system is without pressure.
❑When operating hydraulic system, always wear protective gloves and glasses. Leaking under
pressure hydraulic oil (16 MPa) may permeate through the skin and cause infection. If it happens,
immediately visit a doctor.
❑The mower should be stored under roofed places and in the way that it will not harm people or
animals.
❑In the event of fatal failure, please contact technical service, and if an accident (here: road accident)
occurs, respect first aid rules and contact responsible authorities.
❑When operating the mower, control damages to structures, protective aprons, chains, rubber
elements and if need be, replace these with new ones, even not completely worn out elements.
❑Before any maintenance works set the machine on a stable ground and secure it against
unintentional moving.
❑When cleaning the machine, for health protection use personal protective equipment.
❑Do not leave farming machinery on slopes or other descents without having provided sufficient
protection against its free runaway.
❑No person (except operator) should stand within danger area from any operating part, especially
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❑In the event of any break in the equipment operation, turn the drive off. Shut down the tractor's
engine, take the ignition key off, leave the cabin and make sure there are no unauthorized persons
in the cabin and close the door.
❑It is forbidden to leave the tractor's cabin when driving.
❑In the event of a serious fault, stop the machine's drive, turn off the tractor's engine and take out
the ignition key. Then contact SaMASZ technical service, and if an accident (here road accident)
occurs, follow all applicable first aid procedures and contact responsible authorities.
❑Mower should be kept clean, so as to avoid danger of fire.
❑No person and no objects must remain on the mower when driving or transporting.
❑When taking turns pay particular attention and consider the machine's weight and dimensions.
4.2. Qualifications of operator
To provide safe machine operation each person being the machine operator must meet the
following requirements:
❑Operator should hold driving license, have ability to drive vehicles safely and know road traffic rules.
❑Operator must be in proper physical condition to be able to operate the machine.
❑Operator must not be under the influence of alcohol, drugs and medicines, which all have influence
on vehicle driving and machine operation.
❑Operator should be familiarized with this manual and follow its provisions.
❑Operator should be familiar with working principles of both the tractor and the machine, and be able
to recognize and avoid hazards resulting from operation of the aggregate.
4.3. Mounting mower onto tractor
❑Prior to the mounting operation, check whether the tractor's and the mower's hitch categories are
compatible and make sure that tractor's hitch load is adequate for the machine aggregated.
❑Prior to mounting the machine, examine technical condition of the mower's hitch assembly and
tractor's 3-point linkage.
❑Use only genuine pins and cotters to mount the mower on a tractor.
4.4. Transport
❑Every position change of the mower can only be done when there is nobody around (pay particular
attention to children).
❑For the transport period put warning plate with combined lights and reflectors and warning triangle
on the mower.
❑During transport always put the mower to transport position. See chapter 5.2.
❑Before putting the mower to transport position make sure, that the tractor’s PTO is turned off and
all the rotating parts have come to complete standstill.
❑Always adjust your driving speed to the current road conditions and according to local traffic rules.
❑Permissible speed is 25 km/h and it cannot be exceeded.

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4.4.1. Putting the mower onto another vehicle for transport
The driver and the carrier are responsible for mower’s transport safety. Equipment and parts must
be secured during transport.
To put the mower onto another vehicle in a safe way, please obey the following rules:
❑seize the mower by any lifting devices only in the places indicated by the hook sign (Fig. 5),
Fig. 5. Transport holders
❑for mower lifting use only lifting devices with hoisting capacity bigger than mower’s weight shown
in data plate. It also concerns ropes and chains used for lifting,
❑transport belts, belt suspensions, ropes cannot be damaged. Whenever damages to these parts are
spotted replace these with new ones,
❑when mounting slings, chains, handles etc. always pay attention to setting the machine's center of
gravity properly,
❑to catch machines, pick ropes of adequate length, so that the angle between them is no greater than
120°, and the angle between the strand and the vertical is no greater than 60°,
❑collapsible parts should be blocked in transport position,\
❑during putting the mower onto another vehicle it is forbidden for anybody to remain in transport
area,
❑on the vehicle’s trailer the machine should be secured against moving.
WARNING!
Securing manouvering area and transport of the mower is the responsibility of a
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Fig. 6. Location of centre of gravity
Tab. 4. Location of centre of gravity
Dimension
[mm]
[ft. in]
Model
KDT 180
KDT 220
KDT 220
S
KDT 220
W
KDT 260
KDT 260
S
KDT
260 SL
KDT 260
W
KDT 300
KDT 340
KDT 341
A
730
2′ 5″
715
2′ 4″
835
2′ 9″
850
2′ 9″
815
2′ 8″
825
2′ 8″
810
2′ 8″
840
2′ 9″
710
2′ 4″
715
2′ 4″
B
130
5″
25
1″
105
4″
140
5.5″
160
6.3″
200
8″
220
8.7″
220
8.7″
310
1′
490
1′ 7″
C
840
2′ 9″
970
3′ 2″
1010
3′ 4″
1060
3′ 6″
1010
3′ 4″
1030
3′ 5″
1020
3′ 4″
1080
3′ 7″
1045
3′ 5″
1100
3′7″
4.5. Working parts
❑Before operating the mower check knife’s and knife mounting’s condition.
❑Worn or damaged knives or knife mounting should be immediately replaced with new one.
WARNING!
During replacement of working parts, it should be used personal protective
gloves.
4.6. PTO shaft
❑Before operating learn provisions found in bar manufacturer's manual placed on the bar.
❑Use only PTO shafts recommended by mower’s manufacturer with guards in good condition.
❑In order to operate safely use only fully technically fit, undamaged PTO shafts. Damaged PTO shaft
shall be repaired or replaced with new one.
❑Before any operation make sure whether PTO rpm have proper rotational direction.
4.7. Hydraulic assembly
❑Caution! Hydraulic assembly is under pressure! Hydraulic oil under pressure may permeate through
skin and cause serious injury, therefore skin and eyes should be protected in particular. In case of
injuries caused by a liquid under pressure, call a doctor immediately.

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❑Hydraulic hoses can be connected to tractor's hydraulics, provided that both the tractor’s and the
mower's hydraulic assemblies are not under pressure. To remove the pressure from the hoses just
simply restart the tractor's hydraulic valves several times, once the tractor is off.
❑When dismounting the machine from the tractor, set the equipment aside, deflate the pressure
from hydraulics and turn tractor's engine off.
❑When controlling for hydraulic assembly's malfunction and looking for oil leaks, it is forbidden to
touch any potential leaks until the entire assembly is under pressure.
❑Note! It is recommended that the using hydraulic oil should not exceed 10 oil purity class in
accordance with NAS 1638.
When using hydraulic hoses:
❑Avoid stretching the hoses when operating.
❑Do not allow hydraulic hoses to get deflected.
❑Do not expose hydraulic hoses to contact with any sharp edges.
❑If damaged or worn, replace the hoses with new ones.
❑Useful life for hydraulic hoses is 5 years from their production date.
4.8. Residual risk
Despite the fact, that SaMASZ Sp. z o.o. company –the manufacturer of the mower takes the
responsibility for the mower design and manufacturing, in order to eliminate hazard, certain risk when
operating the mower is unavoidable.
Major source of risk follows performance of these operations:
❑operation of mower by minors as well as not being familiarized with operator's manual,
❑operation of mower by persons under influence of alcohol or other abusive substances,
❑not keeping caution while transportation and shifting of mower during operation,
❑transport of persons remaining on the machine,
❑presence of persons and animals within the mower operation range,
❑performing operations related to servicing and adjustment with engine on.
4.8.1. Danger of catching
This kind of risk occurs during changing the position of a mower, operation near rotating parts,
working without safety guards.
During operation, maintenance and reulations always wear protective gloves, shoes and clothes
without loose parts, belts and so on. Always comply with safety decals placed on the mower.
4.8.2. Danger of injury, abrasion and damage of skin
Present when replacing working parts with sharp edges, cleaning the machine and removal of any
clogging and jams. During any maintenance work always use safety gloves.
4.8.3. Danger of liquid ejection out of hydraulic system
During connection of hydraulic hoses to hydraulic connectors make sure, that either tractor’ or
mower’s hydraulic system is without pressure.
During operation of hydraulic system always wear protective glasses and gloves. Check regularly
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WARNING!
Residual risk always results from incorrect behaviour of mower’s operator.
4.8.4. Bans
Please bear in mind the following bans during mower’s operation:
❑never unblock the mower, make any regulations or repairs of the mower while it is in motion,
❑never change the order of operation and maintenance activities described in operator’s manual,
❑never operate the mower when it is not in working order or has damaged safety guards,
❑never get your hands and legs close to rotating parts of the mower,
❑during repair and maintenance of the mower always comply with the descriptions included in
operator’s manual. Always do these activities when the tractor’s drive is off,
❑before you start any activities, focus your attentionon on them,
❑never operate the mower under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or strong medicines,
❑your clothes should not be too loose, or too tight. Too loose cloth parts may be pulled in by
the rotating parts of the mower,
❑the mower cannot be operated by children or by handicaped people.
When describing residual risk, the mower is treated as a machine, that up to the moment of its
putting in motion it had been designed and manufactured according to technology level actual till
the day of mower’s manufacture.
WARNING!
Despite following the specified instructions and prohibitions, residual risk is still
present.
4.8.5. Residual risk evaluation
When keeping such recommendations as:
❑thorough familiarizing with operator’s manual,
❑no persons remaining on the machine when operating and during drives,
❑no persons remaining within the mower operation range,
❑adjustment, maintenance and lubrication of the machine with engine off,
❑performing repairs of the machine only by skilled persons,
❑operation of the machine by persons, which are familiarized with operator’s manual,
❑in the event of the machine protection against children and unauthorized personnel residual risk
when operating the mower may be limited to necessary minimum.
When the risk of exposing to noise cannot be avoided or eliminated by any group
protective means or organization of work, employer (farmer) must:
1) provide the operator with individual means of noise protection, if the noise level
in work place exceeds 80 dB.
2) provide the operator with individual means of noise protection and supervise
the correctness of its usage, if the noise level in work place reaches or exceeds
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4.9. Warning decals and their meaning
NOTICE:
a) all warning decals should be clean and legible,
b) lost or damaged decals must be replaced,
c) please order new decals from your dealer or supplier.
N-01
Be extremely careful when
PTO shaft is rotating
N-02
CAUTION: cutting knives.
Approach during operation
is forbidden
N-03
Read the operator’s manual
before putting the mower
into operation
N-04
While making repairs the
machine must be stopped
N-05
CAUTION: belt
transmission, be extremely
careful
N-06
CAUTION: pulling-in parts
N-07
Operating is forbidden when
any person is within the
danger area of 50 m
N-09
CAUTION: rotor
N-11
Lubrication points
N-14
N-15
N-23
Watch out: power lines
N-16
N-29

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N-32
N-35
Cutting height –Cutterbar
„Perfect CUT”
N-40
N-48
Stay a way from mower’s
inclination area
N-49
Never stand near tractor’s
3-point linkage while
steering tractor’s lift
N-50
Do not stay in the swinging
area of mower’s parts
N-55
N-63
N-162
N-117
Under pressure. Consult
technical manual for service
procedures
N-167
Do not remain on the
machine
while driving
N-109
N-168
Do not touch the machine
before the rotating parts
have not come to a
complete standstill
N-213
(for KDT S/SL)
N-224
Do not open and remove
safety guards with motor
operating
N-52
Hand protection
must be worn
N-100
Eye protection
must be worn
N-101
Protective clothing
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N-16
N-35
N-29
N-55
N-32
N-01; N-02; N-03; N-04; N-05; N-06
N-07; N-09; N-23; N-48; N-49; N-50 N-
117; N-167; N-168; N-224
N-05
N-14; N-15
N-63; N-162
N-40
N-40
N-102
Head protection
must be worn
N-103
Hearing protection
must be worn
N-104
Foot protection
must be worn
Fig. 7a. Warning decals placed on the mower
Fig. 7b.Warning decals placed on the mower with tine/roller conditioner
NOTICE:
Any spare part used for repair of the mower should have all warning decals provided
by the manufacturer.
N-16
N-35
N-29
N-55
N-32
N-01; N-02; N-03
N-04; N-05; N-06
N-07; N-23; N-48
N-49; N-50; N-117
N-167; N-168; N-224
N-05
N-14; N-15;
N-63; N-162
N-109
N-40
N-40
N-52; N-100; N-101
N-102 N-103; N-104
N-52; N-100
N-101; N-102
N-103; N-104