Kuhn Rikon 5000 Series Safety Shielding, Safety Lighting, Lubrication, Clevis Setup, Scale Setup

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5000TROPR 005893 R022504

MIXER SETUP

IMPORTANT! READ BEFORE OPERATING MIXER.

IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER TO MAKE SURE THE MIXER IS SET

UP PROPERLY. THE FOLLOWING RECOMMENDATIONS SHOULD BE HELPFUL

SAFETY SHIELDING

Be sure all shielding is in place and functioning properly. Replace all damaged or missing shielding immediately - see parts pages or call your dealer for replacement safety shielding part numbers.

SAFETY LIGHTING

The lighting system provided is intended for agricultural tractor transport only. If the mixer will be transported on a public roadway, be sure the lights are in good working order. When attaching to a towing vehicle other than a tractor, always check for proper operation, as wiring may vary.

LUBRICATION

Check to be sure that all gearcases and oil bath contain oil, and that bearings and joints have been greased (see maintenance section)

CLEVIS SETUP

The clevis (and the clevis mount) on the front of the mixer can be adjusted for height. Mount the clevis so that the mixer is as level as possible when connected to the tractor. Be sure that the PTO driveline does not contact the clevis (or clevis mount) during normal operation or transport.

The clevis is adjustable vertically on all models and can be rotated 360°

to allow for maximum adjustment only on 5032/5042/5055/5073.

THE CLEVIS COULD DAMAGE PTO DRIVELINE IF

Care should be taken in rotating for low tongue

OPERATED ON UNEVEN TERRAIN WITH CLEVIS

height due to potential PTO shaft interference.

ADJUSTED AS SHOWN.

THIS SETTING IS NOT RECOMMENDED

A hitch pin with a minimum of 1 1/4” diameter

 

with a retainer pin is recommended.

 

SCALE SETUP

Connect the power cord to the mixer battery or 12V tractor connection and check the scale for proper operation (see scale manual).

POWER CHUTE (option) ADJUSTMENT

To adjust the height of the power chute, change the length of the link chains on the sides of the chute. For best performance, the unloading height should be set at the lowest height possible . The discharge tip-off on the power chute should be adjusted for correct magnet and discharge angle. Loosen the adjusting bolts and tighten at desired tip-off angle.

MIXER RUN-IN

1.Check for proper assembly, adjustment, and lubrication. Check to see that there is adequate oil in the gearboxes and bull gear oil bath. If unit is equipped with a discharge chute, oil the roller chains and check to be sure all bolts and set screws are tight. Review Operating Safety Precautions and Lubrication Instructions before operating the mixer.

2.Be sure all shields are properly in place.

3.Check for and remove any foreign objects in the mixer hopper and discharge opening.

4.Check to see that the door is closed.

5.Be sure no one is inside the mixer.

6.Test run the mixer. a. Make sure mixer is empty, then start the mixer.

b.Run mixer for at least five minutes at 3/4 of rated PTO RPM.

c.If unit is equipped with power chute, run discharge for 1 hour with no load for proper motor break in.

d.Raise and lower the door and the chute or slide tray several times.

e.Disengage the mixer, turn off the tractor engine, and remove driveline.

f.Check the mixer drive components to be sure they are not abnormally hot.

If any of these items are not running as indicated, immediately repair or contact your local dealer. Always refer to Operating Safety Precautions before operating or servicing the mixer.

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1501 West 7th Ave., Brodhead, WI 53520

 

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Contents VERTI-MAXX Mixer Table of Contents Introduction Follow Safety Instructions Understand Safety Words and SymbolsRead the Operators Manual Operating Safety Precautions Lock Chute AS Shown Transporting Safety PrecautionsUnit Safety DecalsFigure a RED Reflector Amber Reflector Injury or Death ALL Models Safety Decal Placement IllustrationsModel PTO Horsepower Tractor PTO Horsepower RequirementsDrawbar Attaching System Hydraulic RequirementsSafety Lighting Safety ShieldingClevis Setup Scale SetupSafety Step #1 Processing Operation of Your VERTI-MAXX MixerStep #3 Unloading Step #2 MixingStep #4 Other Mixing Recommendations Knife Adjustment Large KnivesPosition OUT PositionDo not adjust Hay Stops while the unit is running Hay Stop AdjustmentSafety Chain Power ChutesElectronic Scales Heads Electric Selector ValveInspect and Adjust MaintenanceCheck Every 20 Hours Every 20 HoursChange Yearly Repack Yearly Change OIL YearlyModel Shear Bolt Size PTO RPM PTO Driveline Setup and AdjustmentFront Mixer MiscellaneousSpecifications Model Trailer 5073 5085 50100

5000 Series, Verti-Maxx Mixer specifications

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