DEAR OWNER, In buying a KUHN machine you have chosen wisely. Into it have gone years of thought, research and improvements. You will find, as have tho

ASSEMBLY / OPERATOR'S MANUAL SHREDDERS BNG 230 / BNG 270 / BNG 310 PLEASE READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USING THE MACHINE N 95600 A.GB - 04.97

DEAR OWNER, In buying a KUHN machine you have chosen wisely. Into it have gone years of thought, research and improvements. You will find, as have thousands of owners all over the world, that you have the best that engineering skill and actual field testing can produce. You have purchased a dependable machine, but only by proper care and operation can you expect to receive the performance and long service built into it. This manual contains all the necessary information for you to receive full efficiency from your machine. The performance you get from this machine is largely dependant upon how well you read and understand this manual and apply this knowledge. Please DO NOT ASSUME THAT YOU KNOW HOW TO OPERATE AND MAINTAIN YOUR MACHINE before reading this manual carefully. KEEP THIS MANUAL AVAILABLE FOR REFERENCE. Your KUHN dealer will instruct you on the general operation of your machine. He is interested that you get the best performance possible and will be glad to answer any special questions that may arise regarding the operation of the KUHN machine. Your KUHN dealer can offer a complete line of genuine KUHN service parts. These parts are manufactured and carefully inspected in the same factory that builds the machine to assure high quality and accurate fitting of any necessary replacements. When ordering service parts it is important that you indicate the type of machine concerned and its serial number. For this reason please complete the model identification plate diagram below with the required information. This will provide you with an easy reference for future service parts orders. ABOUT IMPROVEMENTS KUHN is continually striving to improve its products and, therefore, reserves the right to make improvements or changes when it becomes practical to do so, without incurring any obligations to make changes or additions to the equipment sold previously.

CONTENTS Page Safety 2 Safety decals 7 Technical specifications 10 Machine loading-unloading instructions 11 Fitting instructions and adjustments 12 Parking the machine 14 Adapting to the tractor 15 Side offsetting 16 P.T.O. Shaft 17 Rotor speed 18 Optional accessories 19 Semi-pivoting wheel 19 Gauge roller 19 Double skinned hood 19 Protection device for use with open hood 20 Retractable hammers 21 Signalling elements 22 Maintenance 23 Lubrication 23 Belt tension 24 Control of parallelism between rotor axis and drive shaft 25 Knife fitting 26 Knife wear and fixation pin control 28 Operating advice 30 Trouble shooting guide 31 Dimensions 32 Limited warranty 33 Copyright 1997 KUHN S.A. - 1 -

SAFETY The symbol above is used throughout this manual every time recommendations are made concerning your safety, the safety of others, or the good operation of the machine. These recommendations must be made known to all machine operators. DESIGNATED USE OF THE MACHINE The BNG 230 / 270 / 310 shredders must only be used for the work for which they have been designed : shredding of vegetable residues such as grass, small brush, light orchard wood and wine shoots. The manufacturer is not held liable for any damage resulting from machine applications other than those specified by the manufacturer. Any use other than the designated operation is at the risk and responsibility of the operator. Designated use of the machine also means : - following operation, maintenance and repair recommendations given by the manufacturer ; - using only genuine spare parts, equipment and accessories as designated by the manufacturer. The BNG 230 / 270 / 310 shredders must only be operated, maintained and repaired by competent persons who are familiar with machine specifications and operation and are aware of any danger involved. The operator must imperatively respect current legislation concerning : - accident prevention, - work safety, - public traffic circulation. All safety advice indicated on the machine must be strictly observed. The manufacturer is not held liable for any damage resulting from machine modifications carried out by the operator himself or by a third party without previous written agreement from the manufacturer. - 2 -

GENERAL SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS Before operating the machine, always ensure that tractor and machine are in accordance with work safety and road traffic regulations. BASIC PRINCIPLES 1. In addition to the recommendations given in this manual, legislation on work safety and accident prevention must also be respected. 2. Advice is indicated on the machine, specifying safety recommendations in order to prevent accidents. 3. Before travelling on public roads, the operator must ensure that the machine conforms to road traffic regulations. 4. Before starting work, the operator must be familiar with all machine controls, handling devices and their functions. Once at work, it is too late to do so! 5. Do not wear loose clothing which could become caught up in moving elements. 6. Use a tractor equipped with a safety cab. Keep windows and roof hatch closed for reduced sound level while operating the PTO driven implement. 7. Before starting up the machine and beginning work, check the surrounding area (beware of children!). Make sure there is sufficient visibility. Keep all people and animals away from the danger zone of the machine (risk of projection!) 8. Carrying people or animals on the machine when working or in transport is strictly forbidden. 9. Machine must only be attached to tractor using means provided and in accordance with current safety standards. 10. When attaching or removing the machine, place the parking stand into the corresponding position. 11. Special care should be taken when attaching or removing the machine from the tractor. 12. Before attaching the machine, ensure that the front tractor axle is sufficiently ballasted. Ballast is to be placed on the supports provided in accordance with instructions of the tractor manufacturer. 13. Do not surpass the maximum axle load or the overall transport weight as prescribed by the tractor manufacturer. 14. Do not surpass the maximum transport width authorized by road traffic regulations. 15. Before transporting the machine on public roads, ensure that all legally required guards and indicators (lights, reflectors...) are in place and in good operation. 16. All operating controls (cords, cables, rods...) must be positioned so that they cannot be set off accidently, risking accident or damage. 17. Before transporting on public roads, locate the machine into its transport position as instructed in this - 3 -

operator s manual. 18. Never leave the tractor seat while the machine is operating. 19. Drive speed must be adapted to ground conditions as well as roads and paths. Always avoid abrupt changes of direction. 20. Precision steering, tractor adherence, road holding and efficient braking are influenced by the type of implement, weight, ballast of front axle, ground or road conditions. It is therefore of utmost importance to be cautious in every given situation. 21. Be particularly cautious when turning corners, paying attention to machine overhang, length, height and weight. 22. Before operating the machine, ensure that all safety guards are firmly in place and in good condition. If worn or damaged, replace immediately. 23. Before operating the machine, check tightness of nuts and bolts, particularly on fixing elements (blades, tines, knives, spades...) 24. Keep clear of the machine operating area. 25. WARNING! Danger of crushing and shearing can exist when components are operated by hydraulic or pneumatic controls. 26. Before leaving the tractor or before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, turn off the engine, remove ignition key and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. 27. Do not stand between the tractor and the machine unless the hand brake is tight and/or stops have been placed under the wheels. 28. Before any adjustments, maintenance or repairs are carried out, ensure that the machine cannot be started up accidentally. ATTACHMENT 1. When attaching or removing the machine from the tractor, position hydraulic lift control lever in such a way that it cannot be set off accidentally. 2. When attaching the machine to tractor hydraulic linkage, ensure that diameter of link pins corresponds to diameter of ball joints. 3. WARNING! Danger of crushing and shearing can exist in the lifting zone of the tractor hydraulic linkage! 4. Do not stand between the tractor and the machine when operating the outer control lever of the lift mechanism. 5. In transport, the machine lift mechanism should be stabilized by tractor tie rods to avoid floatation and side shifting. 6. When transporting machine ensure that it can not be lowered accidentally. - 4 -

POWER TAKE-OFF 1. Only use PTO shaft supplied with the machine or recommended by the manufacturer. 2. PTO guards must always be in place and in good condition. 3. Check for correct PTO overlap when at work and in transport. 4. Before attaching or removing the PTO shaft, disengage PTO shaft, turn off engine and remove ignition key. 5. If a primary PTO shaft is equipped with a slip clutch or a free wheel, these must be fitted on the machine PTO. 6. Ensure that PTO shaft is always correctly fitted and locked into place. 7. Make sure guards are correctly in place and secured with the safety chains provided. 8. Before engaging PTO, ensure that PTO speed and direction are in accordance with manufacturer's recommendations. 9. Before engaging PTO, keep all people and animals clear from the machine. 10. Never engage PTO shaft when tractor engine is turned off. 11. Never surpass PTO angle recommended by the manufacturer. 12. WARNING! Rotating elements can continue turning momentarily after PTO is disengaged. Keep clear until all rotating elements are at a standstill. 13. When removing the machine, locate PTO shaft on the supports provided. 14. Fit safety cap on tractor PTO. 15. Replace any worn or damaged PTO guards immediately. MAINTENANCE 1. Before checking any machine malfunction and before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, disengage PTO, turn off engine and remove ignition key. 2. Check tightness of nuts and bolts regularly. Retighten if necessary. 3. If the machine is raised, prop it up in a stable position before carrying out any maintenance work. 4. When replacing a working part, wear protection gloves and only use standardized tools. 5. It is forbidden to discard any oil, grease or filters. These must be given to waste disposal organisations to protect the environment. 6. Disconnect power source before any work is done on the electric system. 7. Check safety guards regularly, particularly those that are subject to wear. Replace immediately if damaged. - 5 -

8. Spare parts used must be in accordance with specifications and standards as defined by the manufacturer. Use only genuine KUHN parts! 9. Before any electric welding is carried out on tractor or attached machine, disconnect generator and battery terminals. 10. Repairs on elements under pressure or tension (springs, accumulators etc...) must only be carried out by competent persons with standardized equipment. SPECIAL SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS 1. Use a tractor equipped with an enclosed cab with windows made of safety glass and kept closed. It is recommended to fit polycarbonate screens inside the tractor safety cab's side and rear windows or to install mesh guards on the exterior of them. 2. Stay a safe distance away from the shredder when rotor is rotating. 3. Each time before using the shredder, inspect condition of cutting elements. Replace any missing, worn or damaged cutting elements immediately. Use only genuine KUHN spare parts. 4. When replacing cutting elements, systematically inspect their securing elements as per the manufacturer s recommendations. 5. Protection devices are intended to prevent stones, rocks or other foreign objects from being projected. They also prevent access to the machine s danger zones. Therefore, it is imperative that protection devices are put in place and properly secured each time before using the machine. 6. PTO drive to the shredder must never be engaged unless the machine is in contact with the ground. 7. Even when the machine is used in accordance with it purpose, objects may be projected. It is therefore imperative that everyone be kept away from the danger zone, that extra care be taken and that extra precaution (such as safety indicators) be taken when mowing pastures alongside roads or near public areas (parks, schools etc.). 8. Never work in reverse. 9. When disengaging the PTO drive, moving parts continue to rotate for some time. Wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop before approaching the machine. 10. If an obstruction is hit, stop the tractor immediately, disengage PTO drive, turn off engine, remove ignition key and wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop. Check the entire machine for any damage before resuming work. 11. It is strongly recommended to have your machine checked by your dealer after each season, especially cutting elements and their fixing devices. - 6 -

SAFETY DECALS THE FOLLOWING SAFETY PICTORIALS HAVE BEEN PLACED ON YOUR MACHINE IN THE AREAS INDICATED. THEY ARE INTENDED FOR YOUR PERSONAL SAFETY AND FOR THE SAFETY OF THE PEOPLE WORKING WITH YOU. THE TEXT SHOWN ON THEM GIVES THEIR PRECISE MEANING. KEEP THE PICTORIALS LEGIBLE. IF THEY ARE NOT, REPLACE THEM. CB - White reflectors at the front CR - Red reflectors at the rear - 7 -

Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop before getting in contact with safety devices. Before starting the machine, read operator's manual and safety instructions. 2 Before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, turn off the engine, remove ignition key and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Rotating tools! Objects and debris can be thrown a long distance. Keep a safe distance from the machine. 4-8 -

Do not reverse with the rear wheels on the ground. - 9 -

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS TYPE BNG 230 BNG 270 BNG 310 Attachment 3 point, Cat. 2 PTO speed 540 rpm 540 / 1000 rpm Min. PTO power requirement kw (hp) 37 (50) 52 (70) 52 (70) Max. allowable - 540 rpm 58 (80) 62 (85) 66 (90) tractor DIN power - 1000 rpm kw (hp) - 95 (130) 95 (130) Overall width (mm/ft) 2780 / 9' 1" 2946 / 9' 8" 3350 / 11' Overall length (mm/ft) 2000 / 6' 7" 2040 / 6' 8" 2040 / 6' 8" (closed hood version) Weight incl. PTO shaft (kg/lbs) 715 / 1573 960 / 2112 1155 / 2541 Working position fixed central 3-point frame can be offset 40 fixed central 3-point frame Type of tools : Universal knives, stubble cm / 15" pallets and counter knives or straight 48 56 64 knives with comb Working width (mm/ft) 2300 / 7' 6" 2700 / 8' 10" 3100 / 10' 2" (with universal knives and stubble pallet) Rotor speed : - 540 rpm rpm (m/s) 1974 (63) 1833 (62) 1738 (59) - 1000 rpm rpm (m/s) - 1960 (68) 1642 (56) Central gearbox oil bath, oil bath, with oil bath, P.T.O. shaft integrated P.T.O. shaft with free wheel free-wheel with free wheel Number of drive belts 445 Height adjustment Rear cover manual fixed with screws Optional accessories : - Open fin deflecting hood + security elements for use with open hood yes yes yes - Additional wheel yes yes yes - Rear gauge roller yes yes no - Double skinned hood (for machines already in use) yes yes yes - Retractable hammers no no yes - 10 -

MACHINE LOADING/UNLOADING INSTRUCTIONS Unload the machine using a lifting device fitted with a hook (hoist, crane etc.) whose minimum capacity is 1500 kg. Machine weight with standard equipment : BNG 230 = 715 kg / 1573 lbs BNG 270 = 960 kg / 2112 lbs BNG 310 = 1155 kg / 2541 lbs Lifting device should be attached to the lower anchorage holes (Ø 40 mm) on the machine s side plates and to the top link pin. When the machine is being manoeuvred the wheels should be blocked in the transport position. Cables and hooks, in good condition and suitable for the machine s weight should be used. Check the load is distributed evenly before manoeuvring. - 11 -

FITTING INSTRUCTIONS AND WORKING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT 1) Fitting instructions for the wheels or the roller To reduce transport size, machine can be delivered with the gauge wheels or the roller not fitted. Gauge wheel version : - Fix the yokes (P) in place on the inside of the rear beam (L) - Fix the wheel arm supports (R) on the yokes (P) using self locking nuts. - When using the machine with an open hood and security elements, ensure that the wheels do not clash with the side plates when pivoting. When transporting, the 2 wheels should be pivoted towards the inside and be locked in place using the pins designed for this. Gauge roller version : - Fix the gauge roller using the fixation holes (F) designed for this on the side plates. 2) Adjusting the wheel track The wheel supports can be slid onto the rear beam making sure that the machine s wheels are not positioned in line with those of the tractor (creation of ruts by the tractor wheels in damp conditions changes the regularity of the working height). When shredding maize stems, shredder wheels can be placed to run on top of the rows in order to keep a constant working height. - 12 -

3) Adjusting the working height The knives must not touch the ground. The minimum working height must not be lower than 40 mm. Gauge roller version : - raise the machine above the ground, - fix the parking stand in place, - loosen the screws (A) and position the roller supports at the required height, - tighten the screws. Gauge wheel version : - raise the machine above the ground, - fix the parking stand in place - place the wheel arms at the required height using the fixation holes on the wheel arm (C). BNG 230 BNG 270-310 Never reverse when the wheels are resting on the ground. Tyre specifications Model Type of tyre Tyre inflation pressure BNG 230 145 / 70-13 4 Ply 3.0 bars / 40 psi BNG 270 185 / 70-13 4 Ply 3.5 bars / 50 psi BNG 310 205 / 70-14 4 Ply 3.5 bars / 50 psi - 13 -

UNCOUPLING THE MACHINE Only uncouple the machine on a level firm surface. Stop the tractor motor. Take out the ignition key. Wait until the moving parts have come to a complete stop. - Lower the hydraulic lift so that the machine is resting on the ground. - Uncouple the top link on the machine side. - Rest the PTO transmission shaft in the support (G) to avoid it touching the ground and being dirtied. - Fix the stand (P) in place using pin (F) and spring cotter pin (S) - Disconnect the lower link arms and move the tractor away. - When setting down on the outside, check that the front part of the machine is slightly tilting downwards so that the water can drain away. - 14 -

COUPLING TO THE TRACTOR In the area around the 3-point hitch an operator or bystander can easily be pinched or trapped. Ensure that there is nobody in this area when operating the lifting mechanism. - Fix the pins (D) in place as well as the lynch pins (S) - Raise the parking stand (P) and lock it using pin (F) and spring cotter pin (S) - Fold hook (G) towards the rear and connect up the PTO shaft. Prevent the PTO shaft guard from rotating using chains (C). During transport, lock the tractor lift arms in order to avoid any side movement. IMPORTANT : Machine is correctly attached when horizontal in the working position. To do this, adjust the top link length. - 15 -

MACHINE OFFSET (BNG 230 only) The BNG 230 shredder can be offset by 40 cm to the right in relation to the tractor central axis. This offset is particularly useful for shredding maize so that the tractor does not press down the stalks. When offsetting the hitch frame, ensure that the mounting bolts and nuts are correctly torqued. (A) = spacer to be fixed as shown in the diagram below according to the attachment position. - 16 -

PTO TRANSMISSION SHAFT Connect the PTO shaft between the drive shaft of the machine and the tractor PTO. Ensure that the length of the PTO shaft is correct: 1 When extended to maximum ensure at least 300 mm / 12" tube overlap. 2 When in its shortest position, the tubes must not contact the opposite fitting. At least 2 cm / 1" must remain between the end of the tube and the opposite fitting. If required, cut the guards and tubes by the same length (photos 1 & 2), chamfer and clean the tubes (photo 3), and grease the inside of the outer tube (photo 4). 3 Never work the PTO shaft at too sharp an angle (30 maximum). We advise strongly that these preliminary adjustments be carried out, to avoid damage to the transmission. To avoid risk of serious accident, check carefully that the transmission guards are always correctly in place, and prevented from rotating by the chains. On the machine side, the chain should be fixed to the guard cone on the central gearbox. Replace immediately any damaged guard. - 17 -

ROTOR SPEED On BNG 270 and BNG 310, the correct rotor rotating speed can be obtained at 540 or 1000 PTO rpm. When the tractor has a PTO speed of 1000 rpm, it is advised to use it in order to obtain the maximum power generation. Using the machine at 540 or 1000 rpm is determined according to the position of the pulleys. Stop the tractor motor. Take out the ignition key. Wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. Position of pulleys (P.T.O. 540 rpm) Position of pulleys after having switched round (P.T.O. 1000 rpm) Locking bolt torque on pulley : 2.5 danm / 20 ft.lbs. After reassembling the pulleys, check the parallelism between the rotor axis and the transmission axis (see chapter tensioning the belts page 25). Never work in stony or rocky grounds. - 18 -

1) Supplementary semi-pivoting wheel OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES BNG 230 Ref. : 155 6031 BNG 270 Ref. : 155 6032 BNG 310 Ref. : 155 6033 2) Rear gauge roller (instead of wheels) BNG 230 Ref. : 155 6220 BNG 270 Ref. : 155 6308 3) Double skinned hood (with lower counter-knife) for machines already operating BNG 230 Ref. : 155 6251 BNG 270 Ref. : 155 6252 BNG 310 Ref. : 155 6253 If your machine was not originally fitted with a double skinned hood, assembling it could cause some interference problems with the knives. Simply replace the original counter-knife by the lower counterknife supplied with the double skinned hood and shown below to eliminate this problem. Fitting the double skinned hood - Remove the counter-knife - Fix the double skinned hood in place. The lower part of the double skinned hood is fixed in the holes used for the counter-knife. The upper part is fixed in the holes on the upper part of the frame. - Fix the hood and the counter-knife with the nuts and bolts. The nut heads should be fitted on the inside of the frame. Before starting up the machine, check, by turning the rotor by hand, that there is no clashing of the knives and counter-knife. Low counter knife BNG 270-310 (in 2 pieces) BNG 270 cross section 40 x 18 Length = 2635 mm BNG 310 cross section 40 x 20 Length = 2999 mm - 19 -

4 a) Protection device for use with open hood BNG 230 Ref. 1556200 BNG 270 Ref. 1556201 BNG 310 Ref. 1556202 Where BNG shredders are used with open hoods, fitting protection devices is obligatory. Open fin deflecting hood Maximum spreading angle Minimum spreading angle 4 b) Closed hood BNG 230: Ref. 155 6026 BNG 270: Ref. 155 6027 BNG 310: Ref. 155 6028 5) Retractable hammers (for BNG 310) Retractable hammer reference : 155 6355 Thanks to its 2 position adjustment system, this tool can be used either for shredding crops on ridges (potato haulms) (retracted position, figure A) or for usual shredding of flat surfaces (set aside land, plant residues,...) (open position, figure B). For the positioning of the retractable hammers, refer to the opposite diagram. - 20 -

Always mount the retractable hammers in pairs on diametrically opposed holders to prevent rotor vibrations. Stop the tractor engine, remove the starter key and wait for all movements to stop prior to adjusting or maintaining the machine. The retracted position is obtained by blocking the connecting rods (1) against the rotor tube by means of spacers (2) and self-locking screws (3) (figure A). The opened position is obtained by removing the spacers (2) and self-locking screws (3) (figure B). To shred crops on ridges, the adjustment of the working height is made as follows : - place the tractor with the shredder in raised position between the rows. - lower the shredder so that the hammers are at ridge level. - adjust the gauge wheel height. DIAGRAM FOR POSITIONING THE RETRACTABLE HAMMERS (DISTANCE BETWEEN RIDGES 750 mm) BNG 310 (rotor pitch of 90 mm) : - 16 retractable hammers (155 6355) - 16 standard hammers (606 1699) - 21 -

LIGHTING AND SIGNALLING ELEMENTS NOTE : The photos shown in this manual show the BNG 270 fitted with «lighting elements and signalling panels». According to the legislation in force in the different countries, this equipment is delivered with the machine or is available as an optional accessory under code : - No 155 6331 for BNG 230 - No 155 6332 for BNG 270 - No 155 6333 for BNG 310. To fit the kit, proceed as follows : - fix the 2 panel supports (A) on the 2 side plates (P) (photo 1) using 4 hexagon screws (H) (M 12 x 18) (torque 10 danm) (photo 2), - mount the 4 signalling boards (D) on the 2 supports (A) using bolts (M 10 x 20) and M 10 nuts (torque 6 danm) (photos 1 and 2), making sure that the red and white stripes are pointing in the right direction (the red corner must always be pointing upwards and outwards towards the panel), - fix the front lights (K) on the front signalling panels (see photo 1) - fix the rear left light (R ), whose connection plug is marked «L» and is marked in white, on the rear left signalling panel (photo 2) - fix the rear right light (I), whose connection plug is marked «R», on the rear right signalling panel (photo 2) - Affix the white adhesive reflectors (Q) on the front beam (photo 1) and the red adhesive reflectors (N) on the rear beam (photo 2) - Proceed with the installation of the wiring harness connector. This is fixed to the plates of the machine using rylsan clamp collars and self-adhesive bases. Notes : - The «road signalling» device requires the presence of an 7 pin electric plug at the rear of the tractor. - When parking the machine, ensure that the electric plug (E) is placed in the hole designed for this on the hitch frame. - 22 -

MAINTENANCE 1 Greasing - lubrication - Check that breather plug (T) is fitted correctly. A malfunction may cause too much pressure to build up in the gearbox and risk damaging the oil seals. - Primary PTO transmission shaft : after every 8 hours of use, clean and grease the joints of the PTO as well as the shaft tubes. - Transmission casing : first oil change after 10 hours of use, then every 250 hours or once per season. Type of oil : BNG 230-270 (until serial number 941750) - BNG 310 : SAE 140 EP. BNG 270 (as from serial number 941751) : SAE 90 EP. Quantities : BNG 230 : 2,1 l. BNG 270 until serial number 941750 : 2,9 l as from serial number 941751 : 2,3 l. BNG 310 : 3,1 l. Check the level of oil regularly using the plug situated halfway up the side of the gearbox. Filling is done through the opening on the breather plug. The plug for the oil change is situated under the gearbox. - Rotor bearings (R) : grease every 8 hours - Wheel pivoting axle and roller bearings : grease every 50 hours Clean and oil the protection plate pivoting axles (B) regularly. Check that they are not warped and pivot freely. - 23 -

2 Belt Tension Check belt tension regularly especially during the first hours of use. The belt tension can be measured using a ruler scale (R ) placed through the hole in the hood. Checking the belt tension - Stop the tractor engine, remove ignition key and wait for all moving parts to stop before leaving the tractor - Loosen screws (A) and (B) which fix the central casing to the frame of the machine. - Loosen adjustment screw lock-nuts (C) and (D) - Turn the screw (F) clockwise until the belts are correctly tightened. The belt is correctly tightened when a force of 20 kilo gives a belt deflection of 10 mm/0.4" (see transfer) - Adjust adjustment screw (G) by the same amount so that the central transmission shaft (PR) is parallel to the machine rotor - Retighten screws (A) and (B) as well as lock-nuts (C) and (D). - 24 -

Checking the parallelism between the rotor axis and transmission shaft Before adjusting, maintaining or repairing the machine, turn off the engine, remove ignition key and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop. - Remove the belt guard - Place a ruler against the sides of the rotor pulley - Slide the rotor pulley so that the ruler comes against the sides of the other pulley - The ruler must be in contact with the 2 sides of the two pulleys. If not, screws (F) and (G) should be adjusted again as well as the lock-nuts (C) and (D) - Remount the belt guard. - 25 -

KNIFE FITTING Check the condition and fixing of the knives regularly. Replace any worn or damaged parts immediately with genuine KUHN parts. BEFORE CARRYING OUT THIS WORK, ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE PTO SHAFT. ONLY USE GENUINE PARTS! - Remove all worn knives - Weigh all the new knives individually and put all the knives which have the same weight together. - Fit all pairs of knives with the same weight on diametrically opposite mountings. - Place the heaviest pairs to the outside of the rotor and lightest pairs towards the centre. - When changing a knife, tighten the M20 nuts to a torque of 20 danm/150 ft.lbs. After tightening the nut, there should still be a sideways play of 1 to 2 mm. - After fitting the knives, couple the machine to the tractor. Raise it slightly and gradually increase the PTO speed until it is at 540 or 1000 rpm (see table on page 10). - When the knives are correctly fitted, there should be no vibrations while the rotor is turning. - Check that the ventilation pallets are correctly fitted! (A = forward direction). - 26 -

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CHECKING KNIFE MOUNTING AXLES WEAR Knives must be checked each time before using the machine. They must systematically be checked after any impact to the machine. Shredding quality, reliability of the machine and your safety depend on regular checking of these elements. The knives must be replaced in the following cases : Damaged knives : Any impact to the machine can cause the knives to warp or crack with the following consequences : - Reduction in shredding quality - Increase in vibrations bringing with it mechanical problems on the machine - Partial or total breakage of the knives with risk of projections. Worn knives : - The fixation hole diameter (F) should not be oval-shaped by more than 2 mm in relation to its original diameter. - The length (L) of the knife should not be less than 30 mm in comparison to its original length. The mounting axle should be changed if : - The thread is damaged. Also check the weld at the head of the fixation screw (S) - The axle (S) is worn down by more than 2 mm (H). The self-locking nuts cannot be used more than twice. Check the washers regularly. Torque of M20 nuts : 20 danm/150 ft.lbs. - 28 -

Initial hole 25 diameter (F) Maximum diameter 27 allowed (F') Initial length 180 of knive (L) Minimum accepted 150 length (L') Maximum wear (H) of axle (S) 2-29 -

OPERATING ADVICE - Always stop the tractor engine before carrying out any adjustments or maintenance to the machine. - Do not start the rotor turning unless the machine is slightly raised. Do not lower the machine into its working position until it has reached its correct working speed. - Never work around corners. Always lift the machine before turning corners. - Stop the PTO shaft when the lifted position of the machine gives a PTO shaft angle of more than 30. - The knives must never touch the ground. - Check blade wear daily. - Replace any irregularly worn or damaged parts immediately. Use only genuine KUHN parts. - Check daily that all nuts and bolts are correctly tightened. Check especially the tightening torque of the knife fixing bolts. - Check that safety chains on PTO guards and PVC cords on safety clips are correctly attached and are in good condition. - Clean and lubricate regularly the interior and exterior of the machine. Any soil that has built up on the rotor and rotor bearings must be removed. - Clean and lubricate the machine carefully before storing. Store the machine always under cover. - The user is responsible for the machine when it is transported on any public highway. It is important to respect the Highway Code. - If unusual vibrations are felt when operating, stop the machine immediately and check the rotor. The vibrations may be caused by the knives. If the machine is used in this condition, it could become seriously damaged. The manufacturer cannot be held responsible for any damage caused by incorrect use of the machine or if the user has not followed the instructions given in this manual. - 30 -

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Excessive A) Knives damaged or excessively Replace the knives vibration worn (pages 26-27) B) Knives not free to rotate Clean and lubricate C) Balancing problem Check the weight of each row of knives (pages 26-27) D) Rotor bearing wear Replace the rotor bearings Shredding quality A) Incorrect belt tension Retighten belts not satisfactory (pages 24-25) due to reduction of rotor speed B) Excessive belt wear Replace belts Belt heating A) Incorrect belt tension Retighten belts (pages 24-25) B) Central transmission and rotor Check the setting are not parallel (page 25) Central gearbox A) Insufficient oil quantity, oil needs Check oil level, check if heating replacing or incorrect oil quality oil change due (page 23) Excessive wear A) Working height too low Adjust the working height of knives (page 13) Oil leak Oil seal worn or damaged Check pressure relief valve for good function Excessive power requi- Dense and wet plants Remove the stubble pallets from rement when shredding between the universal knives, then set aside land fix the spacers on each side of the universal knives. (48 spacers code 155 6282-BNG 230) (64 spacers code 155 6283-BNG 270/310) - 31 -

DIMENSIONS MODEL LA HA LC HC mm mm mm mm BNG 230 2780 2000 2560 990 BNG 270 2950 2040 2950 1080 BNG 310 3350 2040 3350 1080-32 -

SOUND LEVELS Sound levels given out by : BNG 230 - BNG 270 - BNG 310 Shredders Sound levels have been measured in accordance with the measuring methods as defined in : HM Agricultural Inspectorate AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY NOISE Legislation and guidance on methods of testing (Annex to AIC 1896/117 REV) February 1988 Health and Safety Executive The method employed corresponds to the method No. 4 in this document. Unspecified testing conditions comply with ISO 5131 standard. Measuring equipment conforms to NF S 31-009 standard. The tractor used has a power of 73 kw. A-weighted emission sound pressure level L (A) eq inside tractor cab (with closed windows) : Tractor only Tractor + machine BNG 230 81.2 db(a) 83.6 db(a) BNG 270 81.4 db(a) 83.6 db(a) BNG 310 81.6 db(a) 83.7 db(a) - 33 -

LIMITED WARRANTY KUHN S.A. of 4 Impasse des Fabriques, 67706 SAVERNE CEDEX, France (hereinafter called the «Company») warrants, in accordance with the provisions below, to each original retail purchaser of KUHN new equipment of its own manufacture, from an authorized KUHN dealer, that such equipment is, at the time of delivery to such purchaser, free from defects in material and workmanship and that such equipment will be warranted for a period of one year starting from the date the goods are delivered to the end user and during this period up to a limit of 500 hours use, providing the machine is used and serviced in accordance with the recommendations in the Operator s Manual. THESE CONDITIONS ARE SUBJECT TO THE FOLLOWING EXCEPTIONS : 1. Parts of machines which are not of our manufacture i.e. tyres, belts, P.T.O. shafts, clutches etc., are not covered by this Limited Warranty but are subject to the warranty of the original manufacturer. Any claim falling into this category will be taken up with the manufacturer concerned. 2. Warranty claims applying to these types of parts must be handled in the same way as if they were parts manufactured by KUHN. However, compensation will be paid in accordance with the warranty agreement of the manufacturer concerned in as much as the latter justifies such a claim. 3. This Limited Warranty will be withdrawn if any equipment has been used for purposes other than for which it was intended or if it has been misused, neglected or damaged by accident or let out on hire. Nor can claims be accepted if parts other than those manufactured by us have been incorporated in any of our equipment. Furthermore, the Company shall not be responsible for damage in transit or handling by any common carrier and under no circumstances within or without the warranty period will the Company be liable for damages for loss of use or damages resulting from delay or any consequential damage. We cannot be held responsible for loss of earnings caused by a breakdown or for injuries either to the owner or to a third party, nor can we be called upon to be responsible for labor charges, other than originally agreed, incurred in the removal or replacements of components. THE CUSTOMER WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR AND BEAR THE COSTS OF: 1. Normal maintenance such as greasing, maintenance of oil levels, minor adjustments, etc. 2. Transportation of any kind of any KUHN product to and from the place the warranty work is performed. 3. Dealer travel time to and from the machine or to deliver and return the machine from the workshop for repair. 4. Dealer travelling costs. Parts defined as normal wearing items are listed as follows and are not in any way covered under this Limited Warranty : V belts, discs, knives, wear plates, disc guards, tires, torque limiters, hydraulic hoses, pitman shafts, swath sticks, blades, tines and tine holders. KUHN Limited Warranty will not apply to any product which is altered or modified without the expressed permission of the Company and/or repaired by anyone other than Authorized Service Distributors or Authorized Service Dealers.

LIMITED WARRANTY IS DEPENDENT UPON THE STRICT OBSERVANCE BY THE PURCHASER OF THE FOLLOWING PROVISIONS : - That this Limited Warranty shall not be assigned or transferred to anyone unless the Company s consent in writing has first been obtained. - The warranty/product registration form has been correctly completed by dealer and purchaser with their names and addresses, dated, signed and returned to the appropriate address as given on the warranty/ product registration form. - The claim form sent to KUHN has been correctly completed stating: * dealer s name and address * owner s name and address * type of machine * machine serial number * delivery date to buyer * date of failure * tractor make and type * description of the failure and its cause * quantity, reference number and name of the damaged parts * reference number, quantity and date of the invoice for the replacement parts. - The judgement of the Company in all cases of claims under this Limited Warranty shall be final and conclusive and the purchaser agrees to accept its decisions on all questions as to defect and to the exchange of any part or parts. - That all safety instructions in the Operator s Manual shall be followed and all safety guards regularly inspected and replaced where necessary. No warranty is given on second-hand products and none is to be implied. Persons dealing in the Company s products are in no way legal agents of the Company and have no right or authority to assume any obligation on their behalf, express implied, or to bind them in any way. KUHN S.A. reserves the right to incorporate any change in design in its products without obligation to make such changes on units previously manufactured. Moreover, because of the constant progress in technology, no guarantee is given to the descriptions of equipment published in any document by the company. DISCLAIMER OF FURTHER WARRANTY There are no warranties, expressed or implied, except as set forth above. There is no warranty of merchantability. There are no warranties which extend beyond the description of the product contained herein. In no event shall the company be liable for indirect, special or consequential damages (such as loss of anticipated profits) in connection with the retail purchaser s use of the product.

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This machine complies with the safety requirements of the European machinery directive. The Operator should respect all Health and Safety regulations as well as the Highway Code. For your own safety, use only genuine KUHN spare parts. The manufacturer disclaims all responsibilities due to incorrect use or non-compliance with the recommendations given in this manual.

For your safety and to get the best from your machine, use only genuine KUHN parts KUHN S.A. 4 Impasse des Fabriques F - 67706 SAVERNE CEDEX (FRANCE) Tél. : + 33 (0) 3 88 01 81 00 - Fax : + 33 (0) 3 88 01 81 03 www.kuhnsa.com - E-mail : info@kuhnsa.com Société Anonyme au Capital de 19 488 000 Euros Printed in France by KUHN