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EXTR332 F
Instruction Manual
Translated from the original instruction manual
Date of publication 01/2012
Date printed 01/2012
Language EN
Valid as from serial No.:. KT 421.819
Reference No:. 92000201EN
Index 2012-01

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DK -5300 Kerteminde - Denmark
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EXTR332F
EXTR332F : 3.2 m (10’ 6’’)
EXTR332F: 691 kg (1524 lb)

Contents
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Contents
Contents ...........................................................4
Target group 4
The meaning of the symbols 4
Safety................................................................5
For your own safety 5
Who can operate the machine? 10
Connecting 10
Load capacity 11
Transport on public roads 12
Use 13
Disconnection 15
Maintenance 16
Further safety instructions 18
About the machine.........................................19
The machine's field of application 19
Machine characteristics 20
Synopsis 21
Technical data 22
Tractor requirements 24
Preparation.....................................................25
Preparing the machine 25
Assembly - attachment..................................29
Attachment of the tractor 30
Hydraulic 38
Connection 39
First start-up of machine 39
Transport on public roads ............................42
Safety 42
Before travelling on public roads 42
Checking the machine 42
Travelling on public roads 42
Operation........................................................43
Safety 43
Before operating 43
Operation 44
Cleaning..........................................................49
Before cleaning 49
Cleaning 50
After cleaning 50
Parking and Storage......................................51
Before storage 51
Parking/disconnection of the machine 51
Storage 55
Maintenance...................................................56
For your own safety 56
General instructions 57
Checking the PTO shaft 59
Lubrication 60
Service - check 62
Replacement 77
Optional equipment.......................................90
High skids 90
Chain for locking the front lift device 90
Quick release of knives 91
A-frame 91
Troubleshooting ............................................92
Warranty.........................................................94
Guidelines for warranty 94
Disposal..........................................................95
Metal parts 95
Rubber parts 95
Plastic 95
Hydraulic oil 95
Electronic parts 95
EU declaration of conformity........................96
EU Directive 2006/42/EC 96
Notes...............................................................97
Technical information ...................................98
Index ...............................................................99

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Contents
Contents
Target group
This manual is intended for trained farmers and others who are
qualified to work in agriculture and who are familiar with assembling
equipment.
For your own 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
Employees 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 persons 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 own
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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Transport
STOP

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Safety
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 mustbe stopped, the ignition key removed
and the handbrake applied.
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.
Danger: rotating machine parts
Children must never be allowed near the machine. Only the operator
is allowed near the machine.
Risk of trapping fingers or hands
Be careful as there is a risk that hands or fingers may be trapped when
the machine is raised.
Risk of trapping fingers or hands
Be careful as there is a risk that hands or fingers may be trapped when
the machine is used.

Safety
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The safety valve must be closed
During transport, the safety valve must be closed.
Ensure no clothing/body parts get caught in the V belt
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.
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 work-
ing.
Transport
STOP

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Safety
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 unauthorised persons may not use this machine.
Connecting
Correct attachment of the machine
The machine must be correctly connected, following the instructions.
The machine can become 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.
Failure to follow the above instructions may result in serious injuries.
PTO shaft check
Refer to the manufacturer's service and maintenance instructions
delivered with the PTO shaft.
Carry out the electrical connections 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.
There is a risk of burns and other serious injuries if the electrical
systems short circuit.
95-015 fr

Safety
11
Only connect the hydraulics when 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.
Unintentional movement of the machine may result in serious injuries.
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.
Incorrect operation or unintentional movement of the machine may
result in serious injuries.
Load capacity
Compliance with total weight, axlepressure, carrying capacity of
the tyres, and minimum weight
Neither the tractor's total weight, axle pressure nor 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 in
accordance with 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 of the correct size
and performance.
The tractor size and PTO outlet must correspond to the machine’s
power consumption and 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

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Safety
Transport on
public roads
Ensure that the machine meets the Road Traffic Act's
requirements concerning its condition
When driving on public roads, 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 may result in 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 andhigh 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

Safety
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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 safety guards are removed or not used it may result in serious
injuries and accidents.
Check the tyre pressure regularly
Carry out regular checks of the tyre pressure.
This guarantees the machine's roadholding capability and prevents
unintentional careening on 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 may result in serious injuries
and death.
95-002-1
fr
95-093
fr
95-011
fr

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Safety
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 may result in serious injuries
to 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 run a machine at a higher rpm than it is designed to
run at.
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

Safety
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Disconnection
Increased risk of injury when disconnecting
When disconnecting the machine from the tractor there is an
enhanced risk of personal injury.
Paying full attention to the above mentioned point ensures your safety
and that of others.
Failure to follow the above mentioned point may result in serious
injuries.
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.
•Ensure the machine's support leg and suitable parking equipment
are always used when disconnecting.
•Only disconnect the hydraulic hoses, when the hydraulic system is
without pressure on both the tractor and the machine.

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Safety
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.
For safety reasons original spare parts must be used.
The manufacturer's warranty becomes void if non-original spare parts
are used.
High risk when performing service and maintenance work
When performing service or maintenance work there is a higher risk
of injury.
Paying full attention to the above mentioned point ensures your safety
and that of others.
Failure to follow the above mentioned point may result in serious
injuries.
Therefore, when you perform maintenance work:
•Disconnect the P.T.O shaft.
•Depressurise the hydraulic system.
•Close the mechanical valve for the machine's hydraulic cylinder.
•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.
•Make sure that the machine cannot overturn.
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.
There is a risk of burns and other serious injuries if the electrical
systems short circuit.
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

Safety
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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 when
welding work is performed 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.
95-018
fr
95-014 fr

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Safety
Further safety in-
structions
Follow the instructions when working on the machine
The machine's safety instructions should always be complied with.
This will protect you and others from injury.
Failure to follow the safety instructions may 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.
95-005
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
332 F 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
•Sorghum
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
•Clearing forest floors or other densely wooded areas
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
332 FR is a mower which operates at the front of the tractor and is
coupled to the lift arms on the tractor's front lift device.
The machine's cutting unit is hydraulically connected to the main
frame of the machine and can be lowered using the tractor's hydraulic
system. The cutting unit is balanced using strong springs which
secure 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 cutting unit is fitted with a guard, which protects it against moving
objects. The guard, or parts of 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.