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Andex 474 T
Operating manual
Original operating manual
Edition 04.2013
Date of print 04.2013
Language EN
Machine number VF69680101
Model VF6968
Document number VF16660621.EN

Andex 474 T
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Taarupstrandvej 25
DK-5300 Kerteminde
Denmark
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4.70 m
665 kg
VF6968_ _ _ _
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to change without notice. The right to technical revision is reserved.

Table of contents
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Table of contents
Preface ....................................................... 4
Target group for
this operating manual 4
Symbols used 5
Safety ......................................................... 6
For your safety 6
Who is allowed to
operate the machine? 10
General safety information 10
Coupling 13
Hydraulics 13
Road transport 14
Operation 16
Uncoupling 17
Care and maintenance 18
Further regulations 19
Familiarising yourself with the machine 20
Range of application 20
Features 20
Designation of components 21
Technical specifications 22
Delivery and assembly ............................. 26
Checking the scope of delivery 26
Length of PTO shaft 27
Coupling the machine .............................. 29
Safety 29
General 29
Coupling the machine 30
Connecting the electrics [+] 34
Connecting the hydraulics 35
Preparing for use ...................................... 36
Safety 36
General 36
Rotor pitch 37
Working depth 38
Road transport .......................................... 40
Safety 40
General 41
Prior to road transport 41
Road transport 45
Preparations on the field ......................... 46
Safety 46
General 46
Basic settings 47
Operation ................................................... 50
Safety 50
General 51
Swathing 52
Swath deposit 53
Driving on headlands 53
Cleaning and care ..................................... 54
Safety 54
Cleaning 55
Care 55
Parking and storage .................................. 56
Safety 56
General 56
Uncoupling the machine 57
After the end of the season 58
Maintenance ............................................... 59
Safety 59
General 61
Screwed connections 63
Lubrication points for grease 65
Lubricating the PTO shafts 66
Filling quantities 67
Tyres 67
Hydraulics 68
Accessories ............................................... 69
Optional accessories 69
Fault elimination ........................................ 71
Faults 71
Circuit diagrams ........................................ 72
Hydraulic system connection diagram 72
Lighting circuit diagram 73
Decommissioning ..................................... 74
Environment 74
EC Declaration of Conformity .................. 75
Conforms to
EC Directive 
2006/42/EC 75
Index ........................................................... 76

Preface
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Preface
Target group for 
this operating
manual
This operating manual is intended for trained agriculturists and
persons who are otherwise qualified for agricultural activities and have
received instruction in working with this machine.
Minimum age
Children under the age of 16 are not permitted to operate the machine.
For your safety
You must familiarise yourself with the contents of this operating
manual before assembly or initial operation of the machine. In this
way, you will achieve optimum work results and operational safety.
The operating manual forms an integral part of the machine and must
always be kept to hand. This will ensure that you:
•avoid accidents.
•comply with warranty conditions.
•have a fully functional machine in good working order at all times.
Training
Your will receive training from your dealer concerning using the
controls and care of the machine.
Information for the employer
All personnel are to be regularly, but at least once a year, instructed
on the use of the machine, in accordance with the regulations of the
national organisation for Health and Safety at Work. Untrained or
unauthorised persons are not permitted to use the machine.
You are responsible for ensuring that the machine is operated and
maintained safely. Make sure that you and all other persons that
operate, maintain or work in close proximity with the machine are
familiar with the operating and maintenance regulations, as well as the
corresponding safety instructions in this operating manual.

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

Safety
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Safety
For your safety
This chapter contains general safety instructions. Each chapter of the
operating manual contains additional specific safety information which
is not described here. Observe the safety information:
•in the interest of your own safety.
•in the interest of the safety of others.
•to ensure the safety of the machine.
Numerous risks can result from handling agricultural machinery in the
wrong way. Therefore, always work with particular care and never
under time pressure.
Information for the employer
Inform all persons who work with the machine about this safety
information at regular intervals and in accordance with statutory regu-
lations.

Safety
7
Warning signs
Safety-related labels attached to the machine indicate potential
hazards. The labels must not be removed. Illegible or missing labels
should be replaced. You can obtain new labels as replacement parts
from your dealer.
Warning signs on the
machine

Safety
8
Meaning of warning
signs
Read the operating manual
Read and follow the operating and safety instructions before using the
machine for the first time. The machine must not be used for the first
time until the operating manual has been read and understood. This
applies in particular to the safety information. Otherwise, serious or
fatal injury may be caused as a result.
Switch off the engine
Only perform maintenance, repair and adjustment work when the
machine is shut down. Otherwise, serious or fatal injury may be
caused as a result.
Distance from the rotor
Maintain a safe distance from the rotor when it is rotating. Nobody may
remain in close proximity to the machine when rakes and swathers are
running. Otherwise, serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result.
Distance from the tractor
When the machine is being coupled, uncoupled or operated, there
should be no-one between the tractor and the machine. Otherwise,
serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result.
Risk of crushing
Never reach into an area where there is a risk of crushing if parts in
that area are still likely to move. Otherwise, serious or fatal injury may
be caused as a result.
Caution, parts ejected at speed
Hazard caused by parts which may become detached when the drive
is in operation, and ejected at speed. Maintain a safe distance.
Otherwise, serious or fatal injury may be caused as a result.

Safety
9
Secure the swath former after it is folded up
Secure the swath former after it is folded up. The swath former may
fold down unexpectedly. Otherwise, serious or fatal injury may be
caused as a result.
Securing the rotors
Secure the rotor in the transport position. The rotor may turn unex-
pectedly due to centrifugal forces. Otherwise, serious or fatal injury
may be caused as a result.
PTO shaft speed 540 rpm
The specified maximum PTO shaft speed of 540 rpm must not be
exceeded. Otherwise, damage to the machine may be caused as a
result.
Do not exceed the maximum hydraulic pressure
The tractor's hydraulic pressure on the machine's hydraulic system
must not exceed 210 bar. Otherwise, damage to the machine may be
caused as a result.

Safety
10
Who is allowed to 
operate the
machine?
Only qualified persons may operate the machine
Only qualified persons who have been informed of the dangers
associated with handling the machine are permitted to operate,
service or repair the machine. The necessary knowledge can be
gained in the course of agricultural vocational training, professional
training or intensive instruction.
General safety
information
The general safety information and warning signs apply to every
phase of the life cycle of the machine and to every application.
Switch off the tractor and secure it
Before you dismount:
Switch off the tractor.
Remove the ignition key.
Secure the tractor against rolling away.
An unsecured tractor can run you over or trap you. Otherwise, serious
or fatal injury may be caused as a result.
Operate for the first time only after proper training
The machine may only be put into operation after proper training has
been provided by an employee from a dealership or the manufacturer,
or by a factory representative. Operation without proper training can
lead to damage to the machine due to incorrect operation, or may
cause accidents.
Safety is your responsibility
Follow the safety instructions. Ensure that all operators comply with
the safety instructions. Prevent serious or fatal accidents by following
the safety instructions.
Instructions in the event of malfunctions
In the event of a malfunction, shut down, stop and secure the machine
immediately. Rectify the malfunction immediately yourself or seek the
assistance of a workshop. Operating a faulty machine can cause
accidents or damage.
No persons in the working area
Ensure that no persons are present in the slewing and working area
of the machine. Persons could be caught by the machine within this
area. This could result in fatal injury.
Perfect working condition
Ensure that the tractor and the machine are always in perfect working
condition. Make sure that the tractor brakes work in synchronisation
with the machine. Also follow the instructions in your tractor's
operating manual.