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Operating instructions
PS 120 M1 – PS 500 M2
Please read care full y b efor e initial operation !
ORIGINAL OPERATING MANUAL
Version: 4.1 EN / Item no.: 00601-3-633

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  • Page 1 Version: 4.1 EN / Item no.: 00601-3-633 Operating instructions PS 120 M1 – PS 500 M2 Please read care full y b efor e initial operation ! ORIGINAL OPERATING MANUAL...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents General information .................... 4 About this operating manual ..............4 Identification of the implement ..............5 Service ..................... 5 EC Declaration of Conformity ..............6 Description ......................7 Layout and functioning of the seed drill ........... 7 Layout and function of the hydraulic fan (HG 300 M1) ......
  • Page 3 Faults ......................... 39 Fault overview ..................39 Cleaning, maintenance, and repairs ............... 40 Disconnecting the seed drill from the power supply ......40 Emptying the seed tank ................. 41 Cleaning the seed drill ................42 Checking the hydraulic hoses ............... 43 Repairs and service ................

  • Page 4: General Information

    About this operating manual Validity and purpose This operation manual is valid for seed drills manufactured by APV with the type des- ignations PS 120 M1 – PS 500 M2. This operating manual provides anyone who will be handling the seed drill with the re- quired information to be able to perform the following tasks properly and safely: •...

  • Page 5: Identification Of The Implement

    Information on manufacturer liability The manufacturer is not liable for damage and malfunctions resulting from non-com- pliance with this operating manual. Identification of the implement Clear identification The seed drill can be clearly identified by the following information on the rating plate: •...

  • Page 6: Ec Declaration Of Conformity

    Implement This Declaration of Conformity is valid for the following implements: Pneumatic seeder of type • PS 120 M1, PS 120 M1 D, PS 120 M1 MG • PS 200 M1, PS 200 M1 D, PS 200 M1 MG •...

  • Page 7: Description

    The seed drill PS 120 M1 - PS 500 M2 The seeder with the type designations PS 120 M1 - PS 500 M2 is a pneumatic seeder with electric seeding shaft drive. It is used to spread seed on grassland and cropland.

  • Page 8: Layout And Function Of The Hydraulic Fan (Hg 300 M1)

    Designation Function • Bearing cover Covering the access to the agitator and seeding shaft. • Hexagon key Tool for use on the implement • Calibration slide The seed flows from the seeding shaft through the calibration slide into the calibration bag. •...

  • Page 9: Scope Of Delivery

    Temperatures above 80° C cause destruction of the gaskets in the hydraulic motor. Scope of delivery The scope of delivery includes all assembly groups and components that are deliv- ered as a standard by APV - Technische Produkte GmbH. Pos. Rate Designation...

  • Page 10: Technical Data

    (120 l, 200 l, 300 l, 500 l) and the possible types of spreading material (seed, fertiliser). The following versions of the pneumatic seeder are available: • PS 120 M1, PS 120 M1 D, PS 120 M1 MG • PS 200 M1, PS 200 M1 D, PS 200 M1 MG •...

  • Page 11: Safety

    Size Value Supply current 25 A Power consumption of the electric fan 25 A when starting Hydraulic data Values for supply from the hydraulic fan: Size Value Maximum pressure 180 bar Maximum oil quantity 38 l/min Spreading widths Recommended spreading width: 1 - 6 m Maximum spreading widths: Drive type Maximum spreading width...
  • Page 12 Purpose of these regulations These regulations aim to ensure that all persons who will be handling the seed drill are thoroughly informed about the dangers and safety measures and observe the safety instructions in the operating manual and on the seed drill. If you do not follow these regulations, you are at risk of injury and material damage.

  • Page 13: Intended Use

    Intended use The pneumatic seeders of types PS 120 to PS 500 serve to spread seed with differ- ent properties and grain sizes on open fields. The implements are designed solely for normal use in agricultural operations. Only cereal varieties that are intended by the manufacturer and listed in the operating man- ual may be used.

  • Page 14: Personal Protective Equipment

    Personnel Activities Required qualification • • Operator Trained assistant Operating the seed drill on the farm • Cleaning the seed drill • • Maintenance per- Trained mechanic Performing maintenance sonnel work • Performing repair work • • Disposer Disposal specialist Disposal of the seed drill Personal protective equipment The personnel must be equipped with the following personal protective equipment...
  • Page 15 Designation Function Bearing cover Protection against reaching into the running agitator. Purpose Warning signs on the seed drill warn about danger points. The warning signs must al- ways be present and legible. Overview The table shows all warning signs that are installed on the seed drill and their mean- ing.
  • Page 16 Appearance of the sign Meaning of the sign Be careful with escaping high-pressure liquids! Use hearing protection! Hot surface! Do not touch! Maintain a safe distance from hot sur- faces! Risk of injury due to rotating parts! Maintain a safe distance from rotating parts.

  • Page 17: Dangers And Safety Measures

    Dangers and safety measures Overview The seed drill is designed such that the user is protected from all avoidable dangers that are practical in design terms. Due to the purpose of the seed drill, however, there are residual dangers that require precautionary measures to be avoided. In the following, you will be informed about the types of these residual dangers and their effects.
  • Page 18 Danger Where and in which sit- Countermeasure uations does the dan- ger occur? Danger due to defective When operating the im- Before operating the imple- implement parts plement ment, always check for frac- tures, cracks, chafe marks, leaks, loose bolts, vibrations, sounds and function.

  • Page 19: Transport, Installation And Commissioning

    Maintenance and repairs Danger Where and in which sit- Countermeasure uations does the dan- ger occur? Incorrectly or inade- Under poor light condi- If necessary, maintenance must quately performed tions be performed with additional maintenance work with lighting. limited visibility Transport, installation and commissioning In this section, you will learn which work steps must be performed for the installation and commissioning of the seed drill, and what must be done and observed.

  • Page 20: Attaching The Seed Drill To A Tractor

    Overview Designation Counter plate Seed drill Soil tillage implement Procedure To attach the seed drill on a soil tillage implement: Step Description Fasten the counter plate (1) on the soil tillage implement (3). The counter plate must be parallel to the ground. Use the lifting gear to place the seeder (2) on the counter plate (1).

  • Page 21: Installing The Dispersion Plates On The Soil Tillage Implement

    Required components, tools and materials For this work step, the following components, tools and materials are required: Suitable component for attachment (e.g. top link mounting kit, pallet fork or three-  point loader) Bolts M 12, strength class 8.8 or higher ...
  • Page 22 Requirements The following requirement must be fulfilled for this work step: • None Required components, tools and materials For this work step, the following components, tools and materials are required: Dispersion plates  Hexagon shaft  Bolts  Washers  Pliers ...

  • Page 23: Connecting The Hoses

    Step Description Explanation/illustration Fasten the hexagon shaft equipped with the dispersion plates onto the soil tillage implement at a distance of 40 cm from the ground. Connect the hoses to the dispersion plates, see Connecting the hoses On page 23 for more information. Connecting the hoses Purpose The hoses convey the seed from the seed drill onto the field.

  • Page 24: Removing The Swell Air Plate

    Version 2 (fertiliser, 16 outlets): Step Description Illustration Using the cutting tool, cut off pieces from the hose roll in the required length for each transition piece. Slightly loosen the clamping screws (1) on the clamping plate using a Torx screwdriver.

  • Page 25: Connecting The Hydraulic Fan (Hf)

    prevent damage to the seeding shaft. In addition, a flex seeding shaft must be used for coarse seed types to prevent damage to the seeding shaft or the seed. Requirements The following requirements must be fulfilled for this work step: •...
  • Page 26 Requirements The following requirement must be fulfilled for this work step: • The hydraulic system is depressurized both on the tractor and implement side. Required components, tools and materials For this work step, the following components, tools and materials are required: •...

  • Page 27: Operation

    Operation In this section, you will learn how to properly configure the seed drill and the seed flow rate, and how to adjust it during operation. Setting the hydraulic fan (HF) Purpose The hydraulic fan produces an air current that carries the seed through the hoses to the dispersion plates.
  • Page 28 Procedure This is how to set the hydraulic fan: Version 1 (Constant pump – non-adjustable oil quantity on the tractor) Step Description Completely close the flow control valve (2) on the hydraulic block (1). Start up the blower fan (tractor engine speed as in field operation). Adjust the fan speed using the flow control valve (2) on the control block.

  • Page 29: Setting And Adjusting The Spread Rate

    Setting and adjusting the spread rate Purpose The setting for the spread rate, which is spread by the seed drill during the seeding process, has a significant effect on the seeding results. Requirements The following requirement must be fulfilled for this work step: •...

  • Page 30: Regulating The Seed Flow Rate (Calibration Test)

    Regulating the seed flow rate (calibration test) Purpose During the calibration test, the seed quantity for a specific area is defined. Requirements The following requirement must be fulfilled for this work step: • The implement is disconnected from the power source, see Disconnecting the seed drill from the power source On page 40.

  • Page 31: Selecting The Right Seeding Shaft

    Step Description Explanation Switch on the control box. Start the calibration program of the seed drill, refer to the control box oper- ating manual for more information. Selecting the right seeding shaft Purpose By selecting the right seeding shaft, which is suitable for the seed type, the seeding results are significantly improved.

  • Page 32: Changing The Seeding Shaft

    Available as an option fb-fb-ef-eb-fb fb-efv-efv-fb ffff GB-G-GB • • • • Oil rape seed Buckwheat Buckwheat Poppy • • Mustard Fodder radish • Cress Available as an option fb-Flex20-fb Flex40 fb-fv-fv-fb • • • Peas Clover Peas • • •...
  • Page 33 • The right seeding shaft is selected and ready, see Selecting the right seeding shaft On page 31 for more information. Required components, tools and materials For this work step, the following components, tools and materials are required: Hexagon key ...
  • Page 34 Step Description Explanation Remove the bearing cover (1). Remove the drive belt (4). Loosen the knurled nuts (6). Remove the bearing flange (5). Result: Take out the seeding shaft. NOTE: Residual seed can fall out in the process. Insert the new seeding shaft with the free journal forwards into the steel frame.

  • Page 35: Checking The Ease Of Motion Of The Seeding Shaft

    Step Description Explanation Check the seeding shaft for ease of mo- tion, see Checking the ease of motion of the shaft On page 35 for more infor- mation. Checking the ease of motion of the seeding shaft Purpose Each time the seeding shaft is installed or replaced, it must be checked for ease of motion.

  • Page 36: Filling The Seed Tank

    Required components, tools and materials For this work step, you need the following components, tools and materials: • None Overview Designation Brush adjustment lever Setting scale Procedure This is how to set the brush pressure: Step Description Pull the brush adjustment lever (1) out of the setting scale. Move the brush lever to the desired position and engage it in the appropri- ate notch of the setting scale.

  • Page 37: Deactivating The Agitator

    Overview Designation Seed tank cover Seed tank Procedure This is how to fill the seed tank: Step Description Explanation To open the seed tank, turn the cover (1) counterclockwise. Fill the seed into the seed tank (2). To close the seed tank, turn the cover (1) clockwise.
  • Page 38 Required components, tools and materials For this work step, the following components, tools and materials are required: Hexagon key  Drive belt  Overview Designation Bearing cover Hexagon key holder Cover nuts Agitator Seeding shaft Procedure This is how to deactivate the agitator: Step Description Explanation...

  • Page 39: Faults

    Step Description Explanation Release the drive belt (7) from the seeding shaft driving wheel (8) and the agitator driving wheel (6) and put it aside. Close the bearing cover (1). Faults In this section, you will find information for eliminating faults that may occur during op- eration.

  • Page 40: Cleaning, Maintenance, And Repairs

    Cleaning, maintenance, and repairs In this section, you will learn how to clean and maintain the seed drill, and what to do in case of damage or failure of the implement. Disconnecting the seed drill from the power sup- Purpose Setup and maintenance work often require that the seed drill is disconnected from the power supply.

  • Page 41: Emptying The Seed Tank

    Step Description Pull out the power supply plug from the control box Pull out the implement cable plug from the control box Switch off the control box Emptying the seed tank Purpose Before cleaning or decommissioning, the seed remaining in the seed drill must be re- moved from the seed tank.

  • Page 42: Cleaning The Seed Drill

    Cleaning the seed drill Purpose The seed drill must be cleaned inside and out on a regular basis to ensure long-term proper functioning. If not cleaned properly, germs can form inside the seed drill due to seed residues. Requirements The following requirements must be fulfilled for this work step: •...

  • Page 43: Checking The Hydraulic Hoses

    Checking the hydraulic hoses Have the hydraulic hoses checked annually by a qualified technician. The inspection intervals to be observed may be regulated by regional laws and regulations. According to DIN 20066, all hydraulic hoses must be replaced after 6 years at the lat- est.

  • Page 44: Accessories

    Accessories In this section, you will find a selection of possible accessories for your implement. HG 300 M1 The HG 300 M1 is a hydraulically driven radial fan for working widths up to 12 m or for higher spread rates for e.g. wheat. It is very resistant to dust and foreign objects, since these do not easily accumulate.

  • Page 45: Cable Extension 2 M (6-Pin)

    Cable extension 2 m (6-pin) If the standard installed 6 m implement cable is too short due to the length of the soil tillage im- plement or how the implement is mounted, or if the cable cannot be routed practically, this 2 m cable extension can be ordered as an accessory.

  • Page 46: Top Link Mounting Kit For Ps 120-500

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  • Page 47: Connection Diagram

    10.2 Connection diagram...
  • Page 48 No. Description Colour Cross-section (mm²) Implement cable (pin 1) Blue Implement cable (pin 2) brown Implement cable (pin 3) Blue Implement cable (pin 4) Grey Implement cable (pin 5) brown Implement cable (pin 6) Black Seeding shaft motor Black Seeding shaft motor Calibration button (optional) brown 0.75...

  • Page 49: Hydraulic Diagram

    10.3 Hydraulic diagram Pos. Description G ½" (bolted connection XGE 15 LR-ED) Max. hose length 1 m Motor-side connection B G ½" (bolted connection XGE 15 LR-ED) Max. hose length 1 m Motor-side connection A...
  • Page 50 Pos. Description G ½" (bolted connection XGE 18 LR-ED) Max. hose length 6 m Coupling connector BG3 Marked in red Max. flow rate 80 l/min Max. pressure 220 bar G ¾" (bolted connection XGE 22 LR-ED) Max. hose length 6 m Coupling connector (or coupling sleeve) BG4 Marked in yellow...

  • Page 51: Seeding Tables

    10.4 Seeding tables Wheat Gras Wheat Grass Blé Herbe Triticum Lolium perenne Rate kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min Seeding ffff fb-Flex20-fb Flex40 ffff BG-G-BG shaft 0.13 0.52 0.34 0.48 0.06 0.26 0.27 0.16 1.18 0.58 1.03 0.22 0.45 0.61 0.20 2.30...
  • Page 52 Buckwheat Oil rape seed Buckwheat Rape Blé Noir Colza Fagopyrum Brassica Napus Rate kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min Seeding ffff fb-Flex20-fb Flex40 fb-f-fb-fb fb-fb-ef-eb-fb fb-efv-efv-fb shaft 0.09 0.54 0.33 0.27 0.11 0.04 0.01 0.39 0.99 0.50 0.70 0.21 0.06 0.02 0.90...
  • Page 53 Oats Barley Radish Perennial rye Oats Barley Radish Green Rye Avoine Orge Radis Seigle Vert Avena Hordeum Raphanus raphanistrum Secale cereale Rate kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min Seeding fb-f-fb-fb ffff ffff shaft 0.01 0.15 0.18 0.54 0.24 0.66 0.46 0.02 0.46...
  • Page 54 Vetch Mustard Alfalfa Blue lupine Vetch Mustard Alfalfa Blue Lupine Vesce Moutarde Alfalfa Lupin Bleu Vicia Sinapis Alba Medicago Sativa Lupinus angutifo- lius Rate kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min Seeding fb-f-fb-fb ffff fb-f-fb-fb ffff fb-f-fb-fb ffff shaft 0.76 3.37 0.04 0.33...
  • Page 55 Red clover Phacelia Poppy Red Clover Phacelia Poppy Trèfle Rouge Phavélie Pois Pavot Trifolium Phacelia tanacetigolia Pisum sativum Papaver Rate kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min Seeding fb-f-fb-fb ffff fb-f-fb-fb ffff fb-Flex20-fb Flex40 fb-fb-ef-eb-fb shaft 0.04 0.56 0.14 0.34 0.46 0.95 0.03...
  • Page 56 Horse gram Chia WHITE Florex Force NACKAS bulk Field beans Féveroles Macrotyloma uniflorum Rate kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min Seeding fb-Flex20-fb Flex40 fb-f-fb-fb fb-fb-ef-eb-fb fb-f-fb-fb fb-fv-fv-fb shaft 0.46 1.02 0.05 0.03 0.00 0.12 1.27 0.66 1.57 0.12 0.05 0.08 0.19 2.25...
  • Page 57 DC25 bulk DC37 bulk PHYSIOSTART Rate kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min kg/min Seeding fb-Flex20-fb Flex40 fb-fv-fv-fb fb-f-fb-fb fb-Flex20-fb shaft 0.90 0.62 1.38 0.60 0.16 0.21 0.61 1.81 0.93 2.04 1.64 0.25 0.30 0.93 3.82 1.43 3.15 3.05 0.41 0.46 1.45 6.90 2.45...

  • Page 58: Index

    Index About this operating manual • 4 Fault overview • 40 Accessories • 45 Faults • 40 Appendix • 47 Fill level sensor • 45 Attaching the seed drill to a soil tillage Filling the seed tank • 37 implement • 20 Attaching the seed drill to a tractor •...
  • Page 59 Seeding tables • 52 Selecting the right seeding shaft • 30, 32, 33 Service • 6, 36, 40, 44 Setting and adjusting the spread rate • Setting the brush pressure • 30, 31, 36 Setting the hydraulic fan (HF) • 28 Storage of the seed drill •...
  • Page 60 +43 (0) 2913 / 8001 Email: office@apv.at Fax: +43 (0) 2913 / 8002 Web: www.apv.at Impressum APV – Technische Produkte GmbH, Geschäftsführer: Ing. Jürgen Schöls, Dallein 15, 3753 Hötzelsdorf, Österreich, marketing@apv.at, www.apv.at, UID: ATU 5067 1107 Photo credits: Company photos (© APV)

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