Kuhn Rikon 3070 Mixer User Manual


 
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PROBLEM: EXCESSIVE CHAIN NOISE
MISALIGNED SPROCKETS Check sprockets for worn edges of teeth. Use a straight edge to
verify the alignment of the sprockets.
WORN SPROCKET AND OR CHAIN Inspect sprockets and chains. Replace if excessively worn.
CAUSE SOLUTION
PROBLEM: MOTOR RUNS, BUT REEL AND AUGERS DO NOT TURN
CAUSE SOLUTION
SHEAR BOLT ON PTO DRIVELINE HAS SHEARED Replace with Same Grade and size shear bolt. Do not us any
bolt other than a Gr 5 see PTO driveline setup for more information.
If problem persists, call Kuhn Knight Inc. Service Dept.
BELTS ARE SLIPPING Adjust or replace belts as outlined in “INSPECTION AND
ADJUSTMENT” section. If problem persists, call Kuhn Knight Inc.
Service Dept.
BROKEN CHAIN Make sure that mixer is not overloaded. Replace broken chain.
A spliced chain will not be as strong as a new chain and may
break in another place. Be sure to inspect bearings, bearing
mounts, and shafts for any damage caused by excessive
pressure
PROBLEM: SEAL LEAKING ON UPPER AUGER
CAUSE SOLUTION
BOLTS MAY HAVE WORKED LOOSE ON SEAL RETAINER Tighten or replace bolts
SEAL IS DAMAGED Replace Seal
PROBLEM: SEAL LEAKING ON INPUT SHAFT
OIL BATH IS OVERFILLED The oil level in the sealed drive compartment should be main-
tained at the “oil level” plug on the drive compartment housing.
This allows the oil to be thrown onto all the other chains inside
the drive compartment.
SEAL IS DAMAGED Replace Seal
CAUSE SOLUTION
PROBLEM: FEED IS SEPARATING AS IT DISCHARGES FROM THE MIXER DOOR
DOOR IS OPEN LESS THAN HALF WAY Hay mixed in the load will separate from the grain if the dis-
charge door is not open at least half way. Additional flow control
plates may be required.
CAUSE SOLUTION
TROUBLE SHOOTING