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Andex 774
Assembly instructions
Original assembly instructions
Edition 01.2012
Date of print 01.2013
Language EN
Machine number VF65852501 –
Model VF6585
Document number VF16648059.EN

Kverneland Group Kerteminde AS
Taarupstrandvej 25
DK-5300 Kerteminde
Denmark
Tel: [phone]
Copyright by Kverneland Group Gottmadingen N. V., Germany. Reproduction, transfer to other media, translation or the use of extracts or parts
of this manual without the explicit permission of Kverneland, is not permitted. All rights reserved. The contents of this operating manual are subject
to change without notice. The right to technical revision is reserved.

Table of contents
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Table of contents
Preliminary information ........................... 4
Target group for
these assembly instructions 4
Meaning of the symbols 4
Safety ......................................................... 5
For your safety 5
Screw and bolt tightening torques 7
Direction information 7
Overview .................................................... 8
Designation of components 8
Crate packaging ........................................ 9
Requirements 9
Assembly groups in crate packaging 10
Main frame and transport chassis 11
Steering 16
Gear box 22
Lighting equipment and electrics 24
Lift arms and 
hydraulic cylinders 26
Hydraulics 29
Rotor 32
Drive 40
Attachment parts 41
Quick Set ................................................... 46
Overview 46
Setting up work ......................................... 47
Length of the PTO shaft 47
Checking the track 49
Swath formers 50
Fitting the tine supports 52
Additional equipment ............................... 54
Fitting additional equipment 54
Circuit diagrams ....................................... 67
Hydraulic circuit diagram 67
Lighting equipment circuit diagram 68
Final tasks ................................................. 69
Environment 69
Checking 69
Introducing air to the hydraulic cylinder 69
Trial run 70

Preliminary information
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Prelimi nary inform ation
Target group for 
these assembly
instructions
These instructions are intended for authorised dealers, workshops
and agents qualified in the field of agricultural mechanical engi-
neering.
For your safety
You must familiarise yourself with the contents of these assembly
instructions before assembly or operating the machine. In this way,
you will achieve optimum work results and operational safety. The
assembly instructions form an integral part of the machine and must
always be kept to hand. This will allow:
•accidents to be avoided,
•warranty requirements to be met.
For the employer:
Untrained or unauthorised individuals are not permitted to assemble
the machine.
Meaning of the
symbols
In these assembly instructions, 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.
[+] 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 grease gun indicates lubrication points.
The brush indicates that grease must be applied.
Switch on the tractor.
Switch off the tractor and secure it against rolling away.
The arrow in the diagram shows the direction of travel.
The warning triangle indicates important safety information and
danger. Failure to observe this safety information can result in:
•Serious faults in the correct operation of the machine,
•Damage to the machine,
•Personal injury or accidents.

Safety
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Safety
For your safety
Read and observe all safety information and instructions in these
assembly instructions.
Correct assembly
Non-compliance with the following rules amounts to gross negligence.
As a result, the manufacturer cannot be held liable for any damage
caused by negligence. The risk is then borne solely by the operator.
This machine must only be assembled by trained technicians in
accordance with the current version of the assembly instructions.
Before the implement is coupled to a tractor, transported, or initially
operated, the operating manual and its safety instructions must be
thoroughly read and observed.
It is the responsibility of the operator to ensure that all personnel
involved in the assembly are provided with the relevant accident
prevention regulations, as well as generally applicable health and
safety and road safety regulations. All personnel involved in the
assembly must be aware of these rules and regulations and adhere to
them; they must also be instructed on the potential risks and dangers.
Unauthorised alterations to the machine invalidate any liability of the
manufacturer for resultant damage.
Danger indicators signify the risk of serious injury or death.
Whenever you see this sign in the assembly instructions, please
make sure that you implement all appropriate safety measures.
Moreover, danger indicators warn of damage to machinery as well
as of financial and legal consequences (e.g. invalidation of
warranty, legal liabilities, etc.).
Faulty assembly or misuse results in:
•Risks to life and limb of the operator, third parties, and animals
in the vicinity of the machine.
•Risks for the machine and other property belonging to the
operator or third parties.
•Impairment of the efficient and damage-free operation of the
machine.