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OPERATOR'S MANUAL Please read carefully before using the machine. Keep for future reference. This instruction manual/assembly instruction is to be considered as part of the machine. Suppliers of new and second-hand machines are required to document writing that instruction manual/assembly instruction was delivered with the machine and handed over to the Original manual...
Foreword Dear Customer, By purchasing the boom mineral fertiliser spreader of the AERO GT 60.1 series, you have shown confi- dence in our product. Thank you! We want to justify this confidence. You have purchased a powerful and reliable machine.
Table of Contents Foreword Technical improvements Intended use User instructions About this operator’s manual ......... . 3 Structure of the operator’s manual .
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Table of Contents Machine specifications Manufacturer ........... . . 27 Description of the machine .
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Table of Contents Calibration test Disconnecting the metering device ........66 Performing the calibration test .
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Table of Contents 10.5 Chassis and brake maintenance ........117 10.5.1 Checking the condition and function of the brake system.
AERO GT 60.1 series relating to foreseeable misuse. Observe these warning notices and warning symbols on the boom mineral fertiliser spreader of the AERO GT 60.1 series to avoid using the machine in a manner not described in the operating manual.
User instructions User instructions About this operator’s manual This operator’s manual is an integral part of the machine. The operator’s manual contains important information for a safe, appropriate and economic use and maintenance of the machine. Adherence to this opera- tor’s manual helps to avoid risks, to reduce repair costs and downtime, and to increase the machine's reliability and service life.
User instructions Notes on text descriptions 2.3.1 Instructions and procedures Steps that the operator must carry out are shown as a numbered list. 1. Instruction for action step 1 2. Instruction for action step 2 Instructions involving only one step are not numbered. The same applies for ac- tion steps that do not have a specific sequence.
Safety Safety General Instructions The Safety chapter contains basic warnings as well as work and traffic safety instructions for the usage of the towed machine. The adherence to the instructions in this chapter is a prerequisite for the safe handling and trouble-free operation of the machine.
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Safety Warning severity level The degree of danger is indicated by the signal word. The levels are classified as follows: n DANGER Type and source of danger This warning warns of a danger posing an immediate threat to the health and life of persons.
Safety General information on the safety of the machine The machine is constructed in accordance with the state of the art and the recognized technical regulations. However, its usage and maintenance may cause danger to the health and life of the operator or third parties and/or the impairment of the machine and other material assets.
Safety 3.4.3 Accident prevention The safety and accident prevention regulations are subject to applicable laws in each country. The operator of the machine shall be responsible for the compliance with these regulations applicable in the country of use. The following instructions must also be observed: Never let the machine run without supervision.
Safety 3.5.3 Checks before start-up Check the operational safety of the machine before the first and every subsequent start-up. Is all safety equipment at the machine installed and functioning? Are all fasteners and load-bearing connections tight and in proper condition? ...
Safety 3.5.5 Operation If the machine malfunctions, stop the machine immediately and secure it. The fault is to be rectified immediately by qualified staff. Never climb onto the machine while the spreader unit is running. Rotating machine components can cause serious injuries. For this reason, ensure ...
Safety Hydraulic system The hydraulic system is under high pressure. Fluid escaping under high pressure can cause serious injuries and environmental dam- age. The following instructions must be observed to prevent danger: Always operate the machine below the permissible maximum operating pressure. ...
Safety Maintenance and servicing Additional hazards that do not occur during operation of the machine are present during maintenance and servicing work. Any maintenance and servicing work is to be conducted with increased alertness at all times. Work particularly thoroughly and cautiously. 3.8.1 Qualifications of maintenance personnel Setting and repair work on the brake system may only be carried out by specialist...
Safety Never remove any clogging from the hopper with your hand or foot. Use suitable tools for this purpose instead. In order to avoid clogging, only fill the hopper when the protective grid is closed. Before cleaning the machine with water, steam jets or other cleaning agents, cover ...
Safety 3.9.2 Transport with the machine The driving, steering, and braking performance of the tractor is affected by the towed machine. For example, an excessive vertical load of the machine will reduce the weight on the front axle of your tractor and impair the steering. Adapt your manner of driving to the changed driving behaviour.
Safety 3.10 Safety equipment on the machine 3.10.1 Location of the protective devices, warning notices and instructions and markings on the machine Figure 3.2: Position of the protective devices, warning notices and instructions, left side [1] Hopper cover [10] Wheel chocks warning [2] Check the wheel nuts instruction manual [11] Warning: do not transport passengers [3] Warning: crushing hazard...
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Safety Figure 3.3: Position of the protective devices, warning notices and instructions, right side [1] Oil cooler protective device [8] Serial number AERO GT [2] Blower protective device [9] Technical data of brake pressure regulator [3] Nameplate, towing bar [10] Mudguard [4] Nameplate, trailer unit [11] Boom protective device [5] Yellow side reflectors...
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Safety Figure 3.5: Position of the protective devices, warning notices and instructions, rear [1] Warning notice on nitrogen [7] Rear view camera [2] Red reflector stripes [8] Nameplate, axis [3] Warning notice on moving parts [9] Admissible maximum speed [4] Warning sign [10] Warning: material ejection [5] Tail light, brake light, turn signals [11] Red tail light...
Safety 3.10.2 Function of protective devices The protective devices protect your health and your life. Only operate the machine with effective protective devices. Description Function Blower drive cover Prevents body parts from being pulled into the blower bearing. Blower intake grid Prevents larger parts from being drawn into the suction area of the blower.
Safety 3.11 Warning notice and instruction stickers Various warning notices and instructions are attached to the machine. The warning and instruction notices are an integral part of the machine. They must not be removed or modified. Missing or illegible signs must be replaced immediately. If new components are installed during repairs, the same warning and instruction notices that were on the original parts must be placed on the new parts.
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Safety Risk of slipping There is a risk of slipping while on the machine. No passengers It is forbidden to climb onto the machine during operation and transport. Danger to life due to live overhead lines Never park the machine under live overhead lines. Keep a safety distance away.
PTO shaft speed The nominal speed of the universal drive shaft is 1000 revolutions per minute. 1000 Sign for wheel nut inspection Reference to tightening torques as specified in the operating manual. Section distribution for AERO GT 60.1, 30 m/32 m...
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Safety Section distribution for AERO GT 60.1, 36 m Lubrication point Admissible maximum speed Admissible maximum speed for a special machine (narrower track width) Brake system nameplate...
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Safety Nameplate, axis Nameplate, towing bar Nameplate, trailer unit France: DREAL registration plate PTAC : 12 000 kg Max. zul. Gesamtgewicht Masse maxi essieu 1 : 10 000 kg Max. zul. Achsgewicht Masse maxi attelage : 2 000 kg Max. zul. Stützlast Réceptionné...
Safety 3.12 Identification of the machine Rauch Landmaschinenfabrik GmbH Landstr. 14 * 76547 Sinzheim * Germany Brand RAUCH Serial No xx-xxxxx Maschine Model Unladen Mass min. xxx kg / max xxx kg Made in Germany Figure 3.6: First nameplate for towed machines...
Safety Model year 20xx Year of manufacture 20xx Figure 3.8: CE marking [1] Model year [2] Year of construction 3.13 Lighting system with rear reflector and side reflector The lighting equipment must be installed according to regulations and must be ready to operate at all times.
Machine specifications Description of the machine Use the machine in accordance with chapter 1: Intended use, page 1. The machine con- sists of several assemblies, each with a specific function. Hopper with frame Metering elements (including blowers, metering shafts, air duct) ...
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Machine specifications Figure 4.2: Assemblies and function of the machine, right side view [1] Oil cooler [2] Platform [3] Blower [4] Gearbox [5] Metering unit (6x) [6] Wheel...
Machine specifications 4.2.2 Blower Figure 4.3: Assemblies and function of the machine, blower [1] Two blowers connected via shaft [2] Oil tank with level indicator [3] Level sensor [4] Oil filter [5] Blower drive motor [6] Oil cooler...
Machine specifications 4.2.3 Metering units and air duct Figure 4.4: Assemblies and function of the machine, detailed right side view [1] Air duct [2] Air duct lock (2 x) [3] Pressure chamber (3 x) [4] Lever for pulling back the pressure chamber (3 x) [5] Metering unit (see figure below)
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Machine specifications Figure 4.5: Assemblies and function of the machine, metering unit [1] Metering unit cover [2] Brush strip [3] Metering trough (opened here) [4] Pressure chamber [5] Lever for moving the metering tray [6] Metering roller The metering roller [6] can be replaced if necessary. You can find information on the procedure in the assembly instructions.
Machine specifications 4.2.4 Boom Figure 4.6: Assemblies and function of the machine, boom [1] End section [2] Middle section [3] Initial section [4] Pendulum frame...
Machine specifications Technical data of basic equipment NOTICE Some models are not available in all countries. Dimensions: AERO GT 60.1 Data 30 m 32 m 36 m Vehicle length 7.90 m (Trailer unit to vehicle end) Vehicle length (trailer unit to axle) 5.10 m...
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Machine specifications Chassis and brakes: AERO GT 60.1 Data 30 m 32 m 36 m Track width 2.25 m Towing eye – pin coupling diameter 40 mm Coupling bracket – ball coupling diameter 80 mm Compressed air tank braking system...
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Machine specifications Electrical and hydraulic system: AERO GT 60.1 Data 30 m 32 m 36 m On-board tractor voltage 12 V DC Operating pressure of hydraulic system 180 bar Maximum permissible hydraulic pressure (tractor) 210 bar Maximum permissible VARIO drive pressure...
Machine specifications Special equipment 4.4.1 Universal drive shaft With a 1 3/4" universal drive shaft on the tractor side and 20-spline gearing. 4.4.2 Metering shaft for fine seeds For AERO GT, 36 m Figure 4.7: Metering roller for fine seeds For AERO GT, 30 m Figure 4.8: Metering roller for fine seeds...
Machine specifications 4.4.4 Distance-Control Automatic control of the boom height and inclination. Two ultrasonic sensors on the boom measure the distance to the ground. Additional sensors on the chassis and pendulum frame measure the inclination. 4.4.5 Section control Automatic headland and section management with recording of the area worked on. The special equipment consists of a software part parallel for each driving system and automatic ON/OFF with section control.
Transport without tractor Transport without tractor General safety instructions n CAUTION Material damage due to incorrect transport The ring eyelets in the hopper are not intended for lifting the entire machine. They only serve to transport the hopper during production. Non-observance will result in damage to the machine.
Commissioning Commissioning Accepting the machine When accepting the machine, check that the scope of delivery is complete. The standard equipment includes 1 boom mineral fertiliser spreader AERO GT 1 operating manual for the AERO GT 1 ISOBUS cable ...
Commissioning 6.2.2 EAC countries The machine requires EAC certification. 6.2.3 France The machine has been approved by DREAL. The DREAL approval (also referred to as "Barré rouge) describes the delivery state ex works. The DREAL approval is required for the vehicle identification and operating licence for your machine.
Commissioning Tractor requirements To ensure the machine is used safely as intended, the tractor must meet the mechanical, hydraulic and electrical requirements. Engine power of the tractor: at least 180 hp Permissible vertical load on the pin or ball head coupling: 2,000 kg ...
Commissioning Adjusting the trailer unit Precondition: If you cannot adjust the height of the coupling point on the tractor, mount the trailer unit on the machine by one row of holes (approx. 45 mm) up or down. Requirements The hopper is empty. ...
Commissioning Installing the universal drive shaft on the machine n CAUTION Material damages due to unsuitable drive shaft The machine is delivered with a drive shaft that is designed according to the device and performance. The use of incorrectly dimensioned or inadmissible drive shafts, for instance without guard or suspension chain, may cause personal injury or lead to damage to the tractor and/or the machine.
Commissioning 6.6.2 Installing/removing the universal drive shaft n DANGER Danger of being pulled in on the rotating universal drive shaft Installing and removing the universal drive shaft while the engine is running can lead to very serious injuries (crushing, pulling into the rotating shaft).
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Commissioning 4. Place the universal drive shaft [3] in the holding chain [4] on the towing bar [1]. 5. Hang a chain link [4] into the hook [2]. Figure 6.3: Hanging the universal drive shaft on the towing bar 6. Pull the universal drive shaft protection back.
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Commissioning NOTICE The machine is equipped with a wide-angle universal drive shaft. When fitting to the trac- tor, ensure that the pivot point of the ball coupling/pin coupling is in a vertical axis to the pivot point of the wide-angle universal drive. Dismantling instructions: Dismantle the universal drive shaft in the opposite order as when installing it.
Commissioning Installing the machine to the tractor n DANGER Danger to life due to unsuitable tractor Using an unsuitable tractor for the machine may result in severe acci- dents during operation or road travel. Only use tractors that comply with the technical requirements of the machine.
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Commissioning Figure 6.7: Connection order [1] Ball coupling [2] Hydraulic line for hopper cover [3] Hydraulic line for hopper cover [4] Hydraulic line for control block [5] Pneumatic control line (compressed air brake) [6] Pneumatic line for compressed air tank (compressed air brake) [7] Hydraulic line return [8] ISOBUS cable [9] Lighting connector...
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Commissioning Connect the machine to the hydraulic system Hydraulic system with control pump with external load sensing connection (Power Beyond) Figure 6.8: Connecting cables [1] Free return [2] Pressure line [3] Load sensing signal line [4] ISOBUS implement connector [5] Lighting cable NOTICE There are 2 coupling variants, in...
Commissioning Connecting the ball coupling (variant A) 1. Start the tractor. The PTO shaft is switched off. The hydraulic system is switched off. The hold-down device of the ball coupling is open. 2. Position the tractor's ball coupling exactly vertically under the machine's coupling bracket.
Commissioning Connecting the pin coupling (variant B) 1. Start the tractor. The PTO shaft is switched off. The hydraulic system is switched off. The pin coupling is open. 2. Drive the tractor up to the machine. 3. Apply the handbrake of the tractor. 4.
Commissioning 6.10 Installing the universal drive shaft on the tractor n CAUTION Material damages due to excessively long drive shaft When the machine is lifted up, the universal drive shaft halves can come into contact inside each other. This can cause damage to the drive shaft, the transmission or the machine.
Commissioning 6.11 Brake system The machine is equipped with a compressed air brake system. In connection with the brake system, also observe the relevant regulations of the country in which you are using the machine. n WARNING Risk of injury due to unsecured machine The machine can roll away up to the complete extent of its coupling, and injure people.
Commissioning 6.14 Hydraulic system The machine is equipped with an on-board hydraulic system. There are two separate circuits: Circuit 1 drives an axial piston pump via the universal drive shaft, which supplies the blower. The axial reciprocating pump ensures a constant operating pressure at a universal drive shaft speed of 700 to 800 rpm.
Commissioning 6.14.1 Connection overview of the control block Figure 6.11: [1] Raise/lower [2] Slope on the right (cylinder retracts) [3] Unlock the pendulum frame [4] Extend the end section [5] Extend the left middle section [6] Extend the right middle section [7] Extend the left initial section [8] Extend the right initial section [9] Fold in the initial section...
Commissioning 6.15 Filling the machine n DANGER Danger due to tipping over or rolling away The unsecured machine can tip over or roll away during the filling process and cause serious personal injury. Fill the machine only on level, solid ground. ...
Commissioning 6.16 Checking the level n WARNING Risk of injury due to falling from the platform The platform is more than 1.50 m above the ground. There is a danger of falling onto the side of the ladder. Serious injuries are possible. ...
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Commissioning Using the ladder 1. Raise the lever [1] with your hand. The folding ladder [2] is unlocked. 2. Fold down the folding ladder [2]. Figure 6.13: Unfolding the ladder 3. Carefully climb the ladder to the platform. Use the ladder railing. 4.
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Commissioning Folding the ladder into transport position 5. Fold up the folding ladder [2]. 6. Press the ladder against the lever [1] until it clicks into place. The folding ladder is secured. Figure 6.14: Folding in the ladder...
Commissioning 6.17 Rear view camera The rear view camera gives you a clear view of the area behind the machine. Check the correct setting of the camera via the ISOBUS terminal. NOTICE The rear view camera must display the wheels in the bottom third. If this is not the case, adjust the picture.
Commissioning Figure 6.16: Screen shot of rear view camera 6.18 Starting the machine control unit Requirements: The electronic machine control unit is correctly connected to the machine and the tractor. A minimum voltage of 12 V is guaranteed. NOTICE Due to the large number of different ISOBUS-compatible terminals, this chapter is limited to describing the functions of the electronic machine control unit without...
Calibration test Calibration test For precise control of the application, we recommend running a new calibration test every time you change the fertiliser. Conducting the calibration test: Before spreading for the first time. If the fertiliser quality has changed significantly (moisture, high dust content, grain ...
Calibration test Disconnecting the metering device 1. Move the lever of the front pressure chamber [1] on the left side forward. The pressure chamber safety lock [2] falls down and snaps into place. The connections between the pressure chamber and the injectors are open. Figure 7.2: Left pressure chamber on machine side n WARNING...
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Calibration test Figure 7.3: Unlocking the lever of the air duct shelf holder 4. Swing the lever with the holder [1] back until it engages in the lock on the frame. Figure 7.4: Swivel the holder backwards 5. Lower the air duct carefully. Figure 7.5: Lowering the air duct 6.
Calibration test Performing the calibration test n WARNING Risk of injury due to chemicals Escaping fertiliser may lead to injury to eyes and nasal mucous mem- brane. Wear safety goggles during the calibration. Before running the calibration test, ensure that all people leave the hazard zone of the machine.
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Calibration test n WARNING Risk of injury during the calibration test Rotating machine parts and escaping fertiliser can lead to injuries. Before starting the calibration test, make sure all requirements are met. Observe the Calibration test chapter in the operating manual of the machine.
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Calibration test 10. Weigh the amount of fertiliser collected. 11. Enter the value of the amount of fertiliser collected. The machine control unit calculates the value turns/kg from the data. 12. Press OK. The new calculated turns/kg are applied. ...
Calibration test Assembling the air duct Figure 7.9: Assembling the air duct 1. Lift and secure air ducts. 2. Secure the air ducts with the lever [2] for the holder. 3. Unlock catches [3] of the pressure chamber locks. 4. Push the pressure chambers onto the air duct with the control lever [4]. ...
Claims for damages other than for damage to the boom mineral fertiliser spreader AERO GT 60.1 themselves will not be accepted. This also means that no liability will be accepted for damage resulting from spreading errors.
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Spreading operation NOTICE Note that the service life of the machine largely depends on your driving style. Reduce speed on uneven ground, drive carefully through the headlands and do not let the boom hit the ground. Avoid sudden curves when driving uphill and downhill or traversing a slope.
Spreading operation Procedure for spreading fertiliser The intended use of the boom mineral fertiliser spreader includes compliance with the procedure prescribed by the manufacturer. Spreading therefore always includes preparation and cleaning/maintenance. Carry out spreading work according to the following procedure: ...
Spreading operation Prepare the boom mineral fertiliser spreader for the trip Requirements: The machine is securely coupled to the tractor in accordance with 6.8: Connecting the ball coupling (variant A), page 52 6.9: Connecting the pin coupling (variant B), page The support stand parking foot is folded away.
Spreading operation 8.3.2 Switching on the hydraulic system 1. Switch on the ISOBUS terminal in the tractor cab, see 6.18: Starting the machine control unit, page 2. Switch on the hydraulic valve on the tractor for the boom mineral fertiliser spreader. NOTICE The hydraulic valve for the boom mineral fertiliser spreader must also be switched on when driving on the road.
Spreading operation Extending the boom n WARNING Risk of injury when extending and retracting the boom The boom can injure people and cause material damage when extending and retracting. In particular, make sure that the boom also take up space behind the machine.
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Spreading operation 2. Press the Raise boom function key for at least 5 seconds. Open the transport locks on the left and right. The boom is raised in the top position. NOTICE If you interrupt the long press, the Lower boom symbol appears. If necessary, press the Lower boom function key ...
Spreading operation 8.4.1 Adjusting the boom height and inclination Manual setting NOTICE You can manually adjust the boom height and inclination using the control unit or the joystick. You can only do this automatically with the appropriate special equipment (see chapter 4.4.4: Distance-Control, page 38).
Pay particular attention to the following points: Is the entire train, consisting of tractor and towed boom mineral fertiliser spreader AERO GT 60.1 safe to operate? Are there still people on the boom mineral fertiliser spreader or in the spreading area? ...
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Spreading operation 7. Press the Spreading START/STOP function key. Or alternatively on the joystick with the toggle switch in the middle position, press the Spreader on/off button [1]. The spreading work stops. 8. Switch off the universal drive shaft on the tractor. ...
Spreading operation Fold in the boom n WARNING Risk of injury when extending and folding in the boom The boom can injure people and cause material damage when extending and folding in. In particular, make sure that the boom also take up space behind the machine.
You can then reuse the fertiliser. 8.7.1 Notes on safety The air ducts on both sides of the boom mineral fertiliser spreader AERO GT 60.1 must be completely removed. The spreading trays are then folded away. n DANGER Danger from running motor...
Spreading operation 8.7.2 Emptying the boom mineral fertiliser spreader 1. Uncover the front air duct and lower it down (see chapter 7.1: Disconnecting the metering device, page 66). 2. Carefully unhook the front air duct and set aside. Figure 8.4: Unhook air duct.
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Spreading operation 5. Release the lock [1]. 6. Move the rear air duct lever forward [2]. The air duct is unlocked. Figure 8.7: Unlocking the rear air duct 7. Pull out the rear air duct to the front and set aside. Figure 8.8: Removing the rear air duct 8.
Parking and unhitching the boom mineral fertiliser spreader n WARNING Danger due to tipping The boom mineral fertiliser spreader AERO GT 60.1 is a single-axle vehi- cle. With a one-sided rear-heavy load, the boom mineral fertiliser spreader can tilt and cause personal injury and damage to property.
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15. Uncouple the universal drive shaft from the tractor. 16. Uncouple the machine from the tractor. To do this, open the hold-down device or remove the pin. The towed boom mineral fertiliser spreader AERO GT 60.1 has been uncoupled and parked.
Faults and possible causes Faults and possible causes n WARNING Risk of injury when rectifying faults inappropriately Delayed or incorrect repairs by unqualified personnel may result in severe personal injury as well as in damages to the machine and the environment.
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Faults and possible causes Fault Possible cause Measure The usual working speed is no The moisture content in the fertiliser Close the hopper cover. longer achieved. has increased. As a result, the flow Discharge residual properties have deteriorated. material.
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Faults and possible causes Fault Possible cause Measure Boom segments do not remain in The unfolding process was cancelled The boom segments must the working position. and the hydraulic cylinders did not be fully unfolded (terminal: reach the full stroke. “Unfold”...
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Faults and possible causes Fault Possible cause Measure The metering roller for a section Hydraulic valve on metering drive Check valve and replace if cannot be switched on again. without function. necessary. Power supply, plug connections and/ or wiring harness to the switching Contact a specialist ...
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Faults and possible causes Fault Possible cause Measure Transport lock does not secure Installation length on the hydraulic Check the adjustment of the boom correctly. cylinder of the lock is not correct. the joint eyes on the hydraulic cylinder and correct if necessary.
All connection elements from the towed boom mineral fertiliser spreader AERO GT 60.1 to the tractor are also subject to wear. This applies in particular to the coupling bracket of the ball coupling or the towing eye of the pin coupling.
You can find information on assembling the boom mineral fertiliser spreader in chapter 7.3: Assembling the air duct, page 10.2.1 Cleaning Clean the boom mineral fertiliser spreader AERO GT 60.1 with a soft water jet. In particular, clean the air ducts, injectors and bends. 10.2.2 Care After cleaning, treat the boom mineral fertiliser spreader AERO GT 60.1 with a...
Maintenance and servicing 10.3 Mechanics maintenance 10.3.1 Checking screw connections The screw connections are tightened and secured with the necessary tightening torque at the factory. Vibrations, especially in the first hours of operation, can loosen screw connections. In case the boom mineral fertiliser spreader is new, check all screw connections for ...
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Maintenance and servicing Setting the distance between the metering rollers and the spreading tray: Set the distance at the set screws [3] of the spreader trough bearing to 3 mm. Figure 10.2: Setting the distance between the metering rollers and the spreading tray NOTICE If the distance can no longer be set to 3 mm, the cam wheels of the metering rollers must...
Maintenance and servicing 10.3.3 Checking and adjusting extended boom NOTICE The boom sections are preset to the correct positions and holding force at the factory. Readjustment is only necessary after replacing individual components of the boom actuation unit and individual boom segments. We recommend that you contact our service department before starting the adjustment work.
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Maintenance and servicing Precondition: All boom segments are fully extended. The pendulum frame lock is closed. Check the following: The boom segments form a line in the horizontal and vertical alignment. The sealing hoppers lie close to the joint bearings of the boom elements. ...
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Maintenance and servicing Setting the horizontal alignment: 1. Loosen the screws on the artic- ulated plate [3] (not completely). 2. Loosen the nuts on the threaded rods [4] depending on the setting situation. 3. Screw the threaded rods in or out to optimise their position.
Maintenance and servicing 10.3.4 Adjusting the holding force of the boom segments When the booms are extended, you can adjust the holding force of the boom segments using the boom actuation unit. n DANGER Risk of crushing and shearing when the booms are extended Limbs can be squeezed or sheared between the pendulum frame and the boom and at the articulation points of the boom.
Maintenance and servicing Boom end section The holding force of the boom end section is adjusted at the disc spring package on the third hydraulic cylinder (when extended). 1. Loosen the counter nut [1]. 2. Turn the threaded rod [2] on the third hydraulic cylinder.
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Maintenance and servicing The transport lock [1] secures the boom against extending on both sides and fixes it in the transport position. The boom packages [2] lie on the side against the stop [3] with slight tension. The boom packages are on the ...
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Maintenance and servicing Adjusting the holding tension at the boom middle section: The holding tension of the boom segments in the transport position can be set using the boom actuation unit. Turn the nut [4] on the second hydraulic cylinder. Figure 10.9: Boom middle section NOTICE...
Maintenance and servicing 10.4 Hydraulic system maintenance The hydraulic system of the towed boom mineral fertiliser spreader AERO GT 60.1 consists of two independent hydraulic circuits. VARIO drive for the blower function with its own oil reservoir Hydraulic block with oil supply from tractor ...
Maintenance and servicing 10.4.1 Checking the hydraulic hoses Hydraulic hoses are exposed to high strain. They must be checked regularly and imme- diately replaced if damaged. Hydraulic hoses are subject to ageing. They may be used for a maximum of six years, including a maximum storage period of two years.
Maintenance and servicing Implementation: 1. Undo the hose fitting at the end of the hydraulic hose to be replaced. 2. Drain the oil in the hydraulic hose. 3. Undo the other end of the hydraulic hose. 4. Immediately hold the detached hose end into the oil collecting vessel and close the connection.
Maintenance and servicing 10.4.4 Checking the hydraulic system oil level of the VARIO drive Check the oil level in the reservoir every day. Read the fill level on the fill level indicator [1] of the oil tank [2]. The oil level is all right if the oil is between the green and red mark on the level gauge.
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Maintenance and servicing Replacing the oil and oil filter: 1. Before draining the oil, make sure that you have a sufficiently large collecting container [4]. 2. Disconnect the hydraulic hose [3] from the axial piston pump and allow the oil to flow into the collection container [4].
Maintenance and servicing Refilling hydraulic oil: n CAUTION Material damage due to wrong type of oil Material damage to the machine hydraulics and the machine parts moved by the hydraulic system can be caused by a wrong type of oil or by mixing different types of oil.
Maintenance and servicing If the oil level is not correct, you must top up gearbox oil: 2. Obtain information about the type of oil currently in use and top up the gearbox oil with the same type. The oil level is OK if oil leaks from the control screw. ...
Maintenance and servicing 10.4.8 Checking other components Check the axial piston pumps [1], axial piston motor [2] and oil cooler [3] regularly, but at least before each spreading job. Check the components for external damage and leaks. Figure 10.16: Checking the axial piston pump, axial piston motor and oil cooler...
Maintenance and servicing 10.4.9 Maintenance hydraulic system of the hydraulic block The hydraulic block is used to supply all drive and actuating functions that are actuated from the electronic control. The serviceable components of the hydraulic system of the hydraulic block are: Hydromotors of the drive function for metering.
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Maintenance and servicing Checking the hydraulic cylinders for actuating functions Regularly check all hydraulic cylinders, but at least before any spreading work. Actuating functions: Hydraulic cylin- der for boom height adjustment [1], boom actuation [2], pendulum frame lock [3], hopper cover [4]. Figure 10.18: Hydraulic cylinder boom rear right Actuating functions: Hydraulic cylinder for transport lock [5].
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Maintenance and servicing Figure 10.21: Hydraulic pressure filter Check the components for external damage and leaks. Checking the diaphragm accumulators The diaphragm accumulators [1] are generally maintenance-free. In order to ensure long and trouble-free operation, the following must be checked at regular intervals, at least once a year: Figure 10.22: Diaphragm accumulators The connections for tightness and leakage.
10.5 Chassis and brake maintenance The weight of the towed boom mineral fertiliser spreader AERO GT 60.1 is carried by a hydro-pneumatically suspended axle. The machine is braked by a dual-circuit compressed-air brake system. The chassis and brakes are crucial for the operational safety of the boom mineral fertiliser spreader.
Maintenance and servicing 10.5.1 Checking the condition and function of the brake system NOTICE You yourself are responsible for ensuring that your system is in perfect working order. Perfect functioning of the brake system is of great significance to the safety of your machine.
Maintenance and servicing 10.5.2 Draining the air tank The condensed water that forms in the compressed air brake system of the brake circuit collects in the air tank. The air tank must be drained daily to prevent corrosion-related damage to the compressed air brake system.
Precondition: Ensure that the hydraulic system of the tractor and the electronic control of the boom mineral fertiliser spreader AERO GT 60.1 are switched on. Implementation: 4. Call up the hydraulic axis menu. 1. Press the retract cylinder function key until the hydraulic cylinders of the suspension are fully retracted.
10.6 Wheel and tyres The condition of the wheels and tyres is of great importance for the operational safety of the AERO GT 60.1 boom mineral fertiliser spreader. n WARNING Danger of accident due to improperly executed work Improperly executed work on wheels and tyres will affect the operational safety of the boom mineral fertiliser spreader and may lead to serious acci- dents involving personal injury and material damage.
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Maintenance and servicing Requirements: Use a jack that can lift a load of at least 5 tons. Use a torque wrench to tighten the wheel nuts. Positioning the jack: Position the jack so that the support surface cannot slip under any circumstances ...
Maintenance and servicing 10.7 Electric and electronic equipment 10.7.1 Electrical system connection overview Figure 10.27: Electrical system overview [1] ISOBUS connection [11] Hydraulic block valves (12 x) [2] 30 A and 60 A fuses [12] Connections: [3] Splitting - Fan [4] Ub oil cooler - Empty detector L + R [5] CAN filter...
10.7.4 Checking the lighting system function The boom mineral fertiliser spreader AERO GT 60.1 is equipped with a front and rear lighting system at the factory. Check the function of the tail lights, brake lights, turn signals and position lights.
Electronic control and sensors The metering parts, boom functions and the axle suspension are controlled and regulated electro-hydraulically. For operating the mineral fertiliser spreader, AERO GT 60.1 an ISOBUS terminal and a joystick are required in the tractor. Check function:...
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Maintenance and servicing Check metering shaft speed: Check that the spur gear (located behind the mudguard) is firmly seated on the shaft of the rotary speed encoder [1]. There are a total of 6 rotary speed encoders on the machine.
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Maintenance and servicing The vehicle speed sensor is installed in the axle hub on the left in the direction of travel [3]. The mudguard [4] must be removed to check the installation position and the sensor distance. The distance between the wheel ...
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Maintenance and servicing Checking the level sensors in the tank: If the filling quantity in the hopper has reached the position of the level sensors during spreading, an alarm message is shown in the terminal display. To test the function, the switching function can be tested with an object on the viewing plate of the level sensors.
Maintenance and servicing 10.8 Maintenance schedule In this chapter, the maintenance activities are listed according to the intervals. NOTICE You will find information on lubrication and lubrication intervals in chapter 10.9.2: List of lubrication points, page 136. 10.8.1 Every day: Time Assembly Activity...
Maintenance and servicing 10.8.2 By number of operating hours: Number of Assembly Activity Note operating hours Total mechanics Check screw connections Page 97 VARIO drive gearbox Check the oil level Page 111 Hydraulic drive, VARIO Replace the oil and oil Page 109 drive filter...
Maintenance and servicing 10.9 Lubrication plan 10.9.1 Location of the lubrication points The lubrication points are distributed and marked over the entire machine. You can recognise the lubrication points by this sign: Figure 10.34: Signs for lubrication point Always keep the signs clean and legible. ...
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Maintenance and servicing Figure 10.37: Joint bearing on the hydraulic cylinder for axle suspension Figure 10.38: Pendulum frame, parallelogram Figure 10.39: Slope of hydraulic cylinder...
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Maintenance and servicing Figure 10.40: Sliding surface on the pendulum frame Figure 10.41: Hydraulic cylinder on boom initial section Figure 10.42: Boom middle section joint...
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Maintenance and servicing Figure 10.43: Joint eye of the boom middle section hydraulic cylinder Figure 10.44: Boom end section joint Figure 10.45: Attachment frame bearing pins...
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Maintenance and servicing Figure 10.46: Bearing pin parallelogram Figure 10.47: Joint bearings for the boom on the pendulum frame...
Maintenance and servicing 10.9.2 List of lubrication points Position Lubrication points Interval Lubri- operating cant hours Flange bearing of blower drive, left and right Grease Central lubrication of blower shaft, left and right Grease Joint bearing at the hydraulic cylinder for boom lock, front and rear Grease Brake lever bearing, left and right Grease...
Gearbox hydraulic oil: Factory filling: 0.6 litres of Oest SynthSAE 75W-90 Other permissible gear oils: synthetic gear oils SAE 75W-90 NOTICE If you want to use oils other than those listed here (especially organic oils), contact your RAUCH contact person.
Disposal Disposal 11.1 Safety n WARNING Environmental pollution due to unsuitable disposal of hy- draulic and gear oil The hydraulic and gearbox oils are not entirely biodegradable. Therefore, oil must be prevented from entering the environment in an uncontrolled manner. ...
Disposal 11.2 Disposal The following points are applicable without any restriction. Stipulate suitable pre- cautionary measures based on the national legislation and implement them. 1. All components, auxiliary and operating materials from the machine must be removed by specialist staff. Hereby, these components and substances must be cleanly separated into categories.
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Warranty claims are rendered void if RAUCH original spare parts were not used. Therefore, the directions in the operating manual must be observed. In all cases of doubt contact our sales representatives or the factory directly.
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