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Extr228 - 232
Operator´s Manual
Translated from the original instruction manual
Date of publication 12/2011
Date printed 12/2011
Language EN
Valid as from serial No.: KT 420.868
Reference No: 24030203EN
Index 2011-12

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Extr228 - 232
Extr228: 2.8 m (9’ 21/4”), 232: 3.2 m (10’ 6”)
Extr228: 609 kg (1343 lb), 232: 643 kg (1418 lb)
Kverneland Group Kerteminde AS
Taarupstrandvej 25
DK-5300 Kerteminde - Denmark
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Contents
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Contents
Contents ...........................................................4
Instruction manual target group 4
The meaning of the symbols 4
Safety................................................................5
For your safety 5
Who can operate the machine? 9
Connecting 9
Load capacity 10
Transport on public roads 11
Use 12
Disconnection 14
Maintenance 15
Further safety instructions 16
About the machine.........................................17
The machine's field of application 17
Machine characteristics 18
Synopsis 19
Technical data 20
Tractor requirements 21
Preparation.....................................................22
Preparing the machine 22
Assembly - attachment..................................24
Attachment of the tractor 25
Hydraulic 33
First start-up of machine 34
Machine in the transport position 35
Transport on public roads ............................36
Safety 36
Before travelling on public roads 36
Checking the machine 36
Travelling on public roads 36
Operation........................................................37
Safety 37
Before operating 38
Cleaning..........................................................44
Before cleaning 44
Cleaning 45
After cleaning 45
Parking and Storage......................................46
Before storage 46
Parking / disconnection of the machine 46
Storage 50
Maintenance...................................................51
For your safety 51
General instructions 52
PTO shaft check 54
Lubrication 55
Service - check 57
Replacement 71
Optional equipment.......................................85
High skids 85
Swathboard 85
Straw divider 85
Swath roller 86
Lighting kit 86
Universal joint for the PTO shaft 86
Quick release of knives 87
Troubleshooting ............................................88
Warranty.........................................................90
Guidelines for warranty 90
Disposal..........................................................91
Metal parts 91
Rubber parts 91
Plastic 91
Hydraulic oil 91
EU declaration of conformity........................92
EU Directive 2006/42/EC 92
Notes...............................................................93
Technical information ...................................94
Index ...............................................................95

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Contents
Contents
Instruction
manual target
group
This instruction manual is intended for trained farmers and others who
are qualified to work in agriculture and who are familiar with
assembling equipment.
For your safety
Read this instruction manual thoroughly before use and assembly.
This will enable you to have optimal working conditions and to work in
safety.
For the employer
Every employee must be trained how to use this machinery at regular
intervals (at least once a year) in accordance with the employer's
insurance guidelines. Untrained or unauthorised members of staff
may not use this machine.
Instructions
Your dealer will assist with the instructions on how to use and maintain
this machinery.
The meaning of
the symbols
We have used different symbols to make the text clear. An explanation
follows:
•A dot symbol marks a list.
> A triangle marks an action you must carry out.
An arrow refers you to other parts of the text.
We have also used pictograms to help you find relevant places in the
text.
T IP ! The word 'tip' indicates tips or instructions on use.
NB “NB” denotes information that requires particular attention.
A spanner indicates tips for assembling and settings.
A warning triangle indicates important safety instructions. If these are
not adhered to, it may result in:
•Serious errors in the machine function.
•Damage to the machine.
•Injury or accident.
A star indicates examples that can be used for clarification.

Safety
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Safety
For your safety
This chapter includes general safety instructions. Furthermore, each
chapter in the instruction manual includes specific safety instructions
that are not described here. The safety instructions must be complied
with
•For your own safety.
•For the safety of others.
•To ensure the safety of the machine.
When working with agricultural machines wrong handling can result in
various dangers. Therefore, you should always be very thorough and
never work under pressure.
The operator must be receive regular training
Inform the persons working with the machine about these safety
instructions regularly.
The safety instructions should be complied with according to local law
for agricultural machines.

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Safety
Safety symbols
On the machine you will find labels relating to your safety. These
labels must not be removed. If the labels becomeillegibleor detached,
new labels can be ordered and affixed to the relevant areas.
STOP

Safety
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The meaning of the
symbols
Stop the tractor before working on the machine
Be careful! Always let the tractor come to a stop and remove the
ignition key before you repair, rinse, lubricate or carry out any
maintenance work on the machine.
Read and observe the instruction manual
Be careful! Read and ensure you understand the instruction manual
before the machine is used.
Ensure no clothing/body parts get caught in the PTO shaft
Guards may not be removed or opened until the machine has stopped
rotating. The tractor engine must be stopped, the ignition key removed
and the handbrake applied.
Risk from loose chippings
Keep a safe distance from the machine. Do not allow any persons
near the machine when it is working. If the guard is damaged, it must
be replaced.
Risk of injury to feet
Keep away from the machine. The protection must always be in place
when the machine is working.
Risk of injury to feet
The safety guard must always be in place when the machine is
working.
Risk from loose chippings
Keep a safe distance from the machine. Do not allow any persons
near the machine when it is working. If the guard is damaged, it must
be replaced.
Risk of injury to feet
Keep away from the machine. The protection must always be in place
when the machine is working.
Ensure no clothing/body parts get caught in the PTO shaft
Guards may not be removed or opened until the machine has stopped
rotating. The tractor engine must be stopped, the ignition key removed
and the handbrake applied.
STOP

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Safety
Ensure no clothing/body parts get caught in the PTO shaft
No-one should approach the PTO shaft until the machine has stopped
rotating. The tractor engine must be stopped, the ignition key removed
and the handbrake applied.
Danger: rotating machine parts
Children and unauthorised persons must never be allowed near the
machine. Only the operator is allowed near the machine.
Use the correct support for the machine
Your body could become caught!
Never work under the machine without using the correct support. The
tractor engine must be stopped, the ignition key removed and the
handbrake applied.
Your body could become caught
The machine mast never be uncoupled in the transport position. The
machine will become unstable and may overturn.
Ensure no body parts get caught in the transmission
Guards may not be removed or opened until the machine has stopped
rotating. The tractor engine must be stopped, the ignition key removed
and the handbrake applied.

Safety
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Who can operate
the machine?
Operators of this machine should only be trained farmers and others
who are qualified to work in agriculture and who are familiar with
assembling equipment.
Untrained or unauthorisedmembers of staff may not use this machine.
Connecting
Correct attachment of the machine
The machine must be correctly connected, following the instructions.
The machine can be detached from the tractor if the connection is not
carried out properly.
Incorrect attachment can lead to accidents.
When attaching the machine to the tractor you must therefore:
•Make sure that the tractor cannot roll.
•Make sure that the tractor and the machine belong to the same
category.
•Never stand between the tractor and the machine during
attachment.
•Use the hydraulic three point suspension slowly and carefully.
Following the above instructions will protect you and others from
injury.
If you do not pay attention to the above instruction points serious injury
could occur.
PTO shaft check
Refer to the manufacturer's safety instructions delivered with the PTO
shaft.
Make electrical connection after attachment
When fitting the lighting device, the power supply to the tractor must
be turned off.
This will prevent short circuits and damage to the electric circuit.
If there is a short circuit, there may be a risk of burns and other serious
injuries.
95-039
fr
95-015 fr

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Safety
Only connect the hydraulics when the system is depressurised
You should only connect the hydraulic hoses to the tractor's hydraulics
when the hydraulic system on both the tractor and the machine is
depressurised.
There is a risk that the machine will move accidentally.
Accidental movement of the machine can result in serious injury.
The hydraulic system should be checked regularly
All hoses and fittings should be checked regularly for visible damage.
Hydraulic hoses also wear without any visible damage.
Defective hydraulic hoses can cause injury or fire.
Colour marking of the hydraulic connections
The hydraulic connections between the tractor and the machine must
be colour marked.
By colour marking the hydraulic connections you avoid wrong
operation of the machine.
Wrong operation or unintentional movements of the machine can
result in serious injuries.
Load capacity
Compliance with total weight, axle pressure, carrying capacity of
the tyres, and minimum weight
Neither the tractors total weight, axle pressureor the carrying capacity
of the tyres may be exceeded with front mounted and rear mounted
machines.
The front shaft should be loaded with at least 20 % of the tractor dead
weight to secure a stable manoeuvring.
Transgression can result in uncontrolled driving and accidents.
Be careful when working around the PTO shaft
When working on the PTO shaft, the tractor PTO outlet must be
disconnected, the tractor must be stopped and the ignition key
removed.
This prevents the PTO shaft from suddenly starting to rotate.
If the tractor and the PTO shaft have not been connected following the
instructions serious accidents causing damage to limbs can occur.
Weight/power ratio between machine and tractor
The machine may only be connected to a tractor with a proper size
and performance.
The tractor's size and P.T.O outlet must correspond to the power
consumption of the machine and its weight.
Wrong weight/power ratio can result in damage to both machine and
tractor.
95-009
fr
95-006-2 fr
95-006-1 fr
95-006-3 fr
kg
HP/kW

Safety
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Transport on
public roads
Ensure that the machine meets the Road Traffic Act's
requirements concerning its condition
When driving on publicroads, the machine must comply with the Road
Traffic Act's current requirements.
This ensures your safety and that of other road users.
Failure to meet the requirements can result in accidents.
Compliance with the Road Traffic Act's current requirements
includes, for example:
•Attachment of lights, warning devices and safety equipment.
•Compliance with permitted transport width, weight, axle pressure,
tyre carrying capacity and total weight.
Carrying passengers on the machine is prohibited
It is dangerous and illegal to carry passengers on the machine.
The machine is not approved for personal transportation.
Transporting persons on the machine could lead to serious injuries
and death.
Mounted machines will change the driving and braking abilities
of the tractor
Be aware of changed driving and braking abilities when driving with
mounted machines.
Especially when driving in curves and turns you should be aware of
the machine's width and swing length.
If no attention is paid it will result in uncontrolled driving and serious
accidents.
Adjust the speed according to the road conditions
Adjust driving speed according to the conditions on the road.
Bad road conditions and high speeds can lead to an overloading of the
tractor and machine parts.
Driving with high speed can result in accidents and damages on both
machine and tractor.
95-012 fr
95-011
fr
95-011
fr

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Safety
Use
The operator should be instructed carefully before the machine
is put into use
The machine should only be used if the operator has been given
thorough instructions.
Thorough machine instruction allows safe usage.
Insufficient instructions can result in wrong usage of the machine and
accidents.
Check that the machine has no technical faults
Only use the machine if it has no technical faults.
This ensures that the machine is operating correctly and safely.
A machine with technical faults and defects can be dangerous.
Do not remove the protective guards
Check that all protective guards are in place before use.
This ensures that the machine will give maximum protection to the
operator.
If the protection guards are removed it can result in serious injuries
and accidents.
Check the tyre pressure of the tractor regularly
Carry out regular checks of the tractor's tyre pressure.
This ensures the road holding ability and prevents careening on road
bends and turns.
Careening on bends and turns can lead to accidents.
Carrying passengers on the machine is prohibited
It is dangerous and illegal to carry passengers on the machine.
The machine is not approved for personal transportation.
Transporting persons on the machine could lead to serious injuries
and death.
95-002-1
fr
95-038
fr
95-093
fr
95-011
fr

Safety
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Check the surrounding area before starting to use the machine
Before driving and using the machine the surrounding area should be
checked.
This prevents persons and animals in the vicinity from being harmed.
If the surrounding area is not checked it can lead to serious injuries on
persons or animals.
Keep away from the machine
No unauthorised persons should be close to the machine when active.
This will ensure that no dangerous situations can arise.
Persons close to the machine during operation are at risk of being
severely injured.
Checking bolts on moving parts
Check that all bolts on moving parts are correctly tightened.
Tightening parts prevents moving parts jarring.
Parts which are not correctly tightened can work loose and damage
the machine.
Maintain the rotational speed on the tractor PTO outlet
It is dangerous to connect a tractor with PTO = 1000 rpm to a machine
intended for PTO = 540 rpm.
The machine is not designed for this speed.
It can result in damage on the machine and be a danger for persons
nearby.
Check the transmission oil level regularly
Check that the transmission is filled with oil and that the oil level is
correct.
A correct oil level ensures the transmission a long and trouble free
service life.
An incorrect oil level will damage the transmission.
Stop the machine immediately in case of malfunction
In case of malfunction, the machine should be stopped immediately.
Malfunction on the machine can bring surrounding persons and
animals in danger.
Malfunctioning machines can cause dangerous situations to arise.
95-018
fr
95-006-1 fr
95-017
fr
95-038
fr

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Safety
Disconnection
Heightened risk of personal injury when disengaging
When disconnecting the machine from the tractor there is an
enhanced risk of personal injury.
Following the above instructions will protect you and others from
injury.
If you do not pay attention to the above instruction points serious injury
could occur.
Therefore, when disconnecting:
•Make sure that the tractor cannot roll.
•Never stand between the tractor and the machine during
disconnection.
•Use the hydraulic three point suspension slowly and carefully.
•Make sure that the machine is standing on a safe, level surface.
•Only disconnect the hydraulic hoses, when the hydraulic system is
without pressure on both the tractor and the machine.
95-038
fr

Safety
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Maintenance
Comply with the service and maintenance intervals given in the
instructions
Comply with the intervals for service and maintenance as given in the
instructions.
By complying with the maintenance intervals you assure that the
machine will operate without malfunctions and give maximum
protection to the surroundings.
An incorrectly maintained machine is a danger to the environment.
Always use original spare parts on the machine
Always use original spare parts.
Original spare parts should be used for safety reasons
The manufacture warranty becomes void if non-original spare parts
are being used.
High risk when performing service and maintenance work
When performing service or maintenance work there is a higher risk
of injury.
Following the above instructions will protect you and others from
injury.
If you do not pay attention to the above instruction points serious injury
could occur.
Therefore, when you perform maintenance work:
•Disconnect the P.T.O shaft.
•Depressurise the hydraulic system.
•Stop or disconnect the tractor.
•Check that the machine is parked safely, support it if necessary.
•Do not use parts on the machine to climb the machine, but employ
the proper units for climbing.
Disconnect the power source when working on the electrical
systems
Always disconnect the power source before you start working on the
electric system.
This will prevent short circuits and damage to the electric circuit.
If there is a short circuit, there may be a risk of burns and other serious
injuries.
Replacing the hydraulic hoses
Replace the hydraulic hoses at least once every 4 years.
Hydraulic hoses also wear without any visible damage.
Defective hydraulic hoses may cause serious injury.
95-007 fr
95-009
fr

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Safety
Be careful when cleaning with high pressure cleaning equipment
Do only clean bearings, hydraulic hoses, plastic components,
electrical control boxes and electrical equipment with low water
pressure.
By cleaning with low water pressure you will protect sensitive
equipment on the machine.
Using high water pressure to clean could damage vital parts of the
machine.
Disconnect the battery and the alternator before welding
The tractor battery and alternator should be disconnected before
performing welding work on the machine.
This will protect the tractor alternator during welding work.
The tractor alternator could be damaged or destroyed if the electric
connections are not disconnected before performing welding work.
Tighten all fittings on moving parts
Check that bolts on moving parts are tightened after performing
maintenance work.
Tightening parts prevents moving parts jarring.
Parts which are not correctly tightened can work loose and damage
the machine.
Do not alter the machine construction
The technical construction of the machine should not be altered and
machine maintenance should be performed.
A well maintained machine will offer maximum protection.
A poorly maintained machine will not offer proper protection and could
be dangerous.
Further safety
instructions
Follow the instructions when working on the machine
The machine safety instructions should always be complied with.
This will protect you and others from injury.
Failure to follow the safety instructions could result in serious injuries.
Apart from the safety instructions the following should be complied
with:
•Environmental legislation.
•The general technical, medical and road traffic regulations.
•Instructions in this instruction manual.
•Instructions for use, maintenance and service.
95-018
fr
95-014 fr
95-005
fr
95-013
fr

About the machine
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About the machine
This chapter includes general information about your machine.
Furthermore, following information are included:
•The machine's field of application.
•The machine characteristics.
•View of the machine.
•Technical data.
The machine's
field of application
228 - 232 is a mower intended to swathe grass and mow common
grass and cereal crops. The instructions for use are given in the
following chapters.
Correct usage of the
machine
The machine can be used in fields for mowing the following crops:
•All types of grass
•All types of clover
•Whole crop
•Alfalfa
Incorrect use of the
machine
The machine must not, under any circumstances, be used for the
following:
•Cutting grass in park facilities and lawns
•Cutting grass on the verges of public roads
•Harvesting corn
•Harvesting sorghum
•Clearing forest floors or other densely wooded areas
•Clipping or pruning bushes or hedgerows
Similar use is outside the intended applications of the machine.
The manufacturer does not stand responsible for any damages
caused by improper application of the machine. The user is fully
responsible for the machine.

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About the machine
Machine
characteristics
Description of the machine
228-232 is a mower which operates on the tractor's right-hand side
and is connected to the tractor's lift arms.
The machines' cutting unit is connected to the hitch which is fitted to
the tractor's lift arms. The cutting unit is balanced using a strong spring
which secures the machine's cutterbar, following the ground precisely
and cutting the crop uniformly.
The machine's cutting discs are equipped with durable, reversible
knives, which have a high capacity when used at a high speed of
rotation, even for difficult crops.
Even at high mowing speeds, the machine is able to mow the crop
cleanly and uniformly. For safety reasons, it is recommended that the
speed does not exceed 15 km/h (9 mph).
The cutterbar is fitted with a guard, which protects it against moving
objects. The guard must never be removed from the machine and
must always be kept in good condition.
Solid construction
Thanks to a solid construction and a flexible build up the machine is
both strong and reliable.
Quick and easy lifting of the cutterbar when turning on the
headland
The machine's cutterbar is raised hydraulically without the use of tools
on the headland.
Your safety when using the machine
To make working with the machine as safe as possible the machine
complies with EC regulations. The machine is CE marked.

About the machine
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Synopsis
Cutterbar
PTO shaft
Guard
Suspension
Spring
Support leg
Bevel gear
Hydraulic cylinder
Belt transmission

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About the machine
Technical data
Machine dimensions
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
J
I
H
Dim. Unit 228 232
A mm (’-’’) 1070 (3’ 6”) 1070 (3’ 6”)
Bmm (’-’’) 4330 (14’ 2½”) 4710 (15’ 5½”)
C mm (’-’’) 750 (2’ 5½”) 750 (2’ 5½”)
Dmm (’-’’) 910 (2’ 12”) 910 (2’ 12”)
E mm (’-’’) 900 -1140
(2’ 11½”-3’ 87/8”) 900-1140
(2’ 11½”-3’ 87/8”)
Fmm (’-’’) 1400 (4’ 7”) 1400 (4’ 7”)
G mm (’-’’) 2800 (9’ 21/4”) 3200 (10’ 6”)
Hmm (’-’’) 160 (61/4”) 160 (61/4”)
I mm (’-’’) 700 (2’ 3½”) 700 (2’ 3½”)
Jmm (’-’’) 1350 (4’ 4½”) 1350 (4’ 4½”)