Mixer setup, Safety shields, Auger knives – Kuhn Rikon 3100 User Manual
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SAFETY SHIELDS
Be sure all shields are in place and functioning properly. Replace all damaged or missing shields immediately;
see Parts Manual for replacement shield part numbers.
BE AWARE that your installation may require additional safety shields and/or warnings. Because each installation
is different, Kuhn Knight Inc. cannot design standard shields for all conceivable situations without limiting the use of
the mixer. The top of the mixer and the door opening are the two areas that should be given particular attention in
regard to safety. The top of the mixer has a grid type safety shield to help prevent a person from falling into the
mixer. However, because there are many different feeds and ways of loading them, the top openings must be large
enough to avoid obstructing the loading operation. Likewise, the door opening area must be unobstructed to allow
the discharge of feed.
Kuhn Knight Inc. warns operators using decals on the mixer and specific instructions in this manual to stay clear of
these areas during operation. If safety decals are blocked from view due to the installation, then additional decals
should be ordered and placed so they are readable. If your particular installation is such that a person may inadvert-
ently put an arm or leg in these areas during operation, then additional safety shielding must be installed to prevent
such an occurrence. Drives, u-joints, sprockets and pulleys underneath the unit may become exposed if the
equipment is mounted at an elevated height. Additional shielding of these areas may be necessary depending on
exact installation.
AUGER KNIVES
The upper auger knives are installed to help handle long materials such as long stem hay. If you do not intend to
handle this type of material, the knives can be removed. Commercial Reel models ordered with the Grain Series
package do not include knives unless a Hay Maxx System was installed.
REEL CROSS TUBES
The cross tubes have two settings which can be utilized depending on
the material being mixed. The tubes are factory set in the outer position.
In general, the inner setting is used for a high hay ration. To change to
the inner position, compress and secure the tube into the spring, and
relocate the capture bolt to the inner holes. The square wiper tubes
should not be moved. Repeat for all non-wiper tubes.
MIXER SETUP
READ AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS WHEN SETTING UP THE MIXER.
To avoid personal injury: The hopper floor may be slippery and the augers or reel can spin
unexpectedly when stepped on. Use caution when stepping or standing inside the unit; put a
protective cover over the auger knives.