Thank you for purchasing the SKATE trailing shoe spreader. Fliegl machines and attachments are manufactured with care under continuous monitoring. The SKATE trailing shoe spreader you have purchased is a product manufactured to the highest quality standards. To avoid accidents, and therefore personal injuries and material damage, you must read and understand the corresponding cautionary and warning notices in these assembly/operating instructions before beginning assembly, operation or maintenance of the attachment.
Risks when working with the trailing shoe spreader ............. 16 Residual risks ........................16 2.5.1 Failure of the SKATE trailing shoe spreader ..............16 Obligations of the operator ....................16 Obligations of personnel ......................16 Qualification of operating personnel ..................17 Qualification of assembly/specialist personnel ..............
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Fitting the Y-piece ........................30 Attaching the H-frame ......................30 4.5.1 Additional fixation of H-frame / SKATE (12 m - 18 m) ............35 H-frame with integrated pendulum frame (21 - 24 m) ............37 Attaching the spreader to the H-frame .................. 38 Hydraulic system ........................
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7.5.7 Switching from gate valve mode back to spreader mode ..........80 7.5.8 Switching: reducing the working width of the SKATE 210 / 240 ........81 7.5.9 Switching: increasing the working width of the SKATE 210 / 240 ........81 Setting the headland lift height ....................
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Contents Controlling the pendulum frame for SKATE 210/240 ............85 7.10 ISOBUS control ........................86 7.10.1 Connecting the control components ................86 7.10.2 Explanation of the ISOBUS control .................. 87 7.10.3 Configuration mode ......................87 Main page – retracted state ..................... 88 7.10.4...
If the SKATE trailing shoe spreader is attached to an existing tank, Fliegl Agrartechnik offers no guarantee for the support frame and container of the tank. Fliegl Agrartechnik accepts no liability for any damage caused to the tank by the SKATE trailing shoe spreader.
Copyright Fliegl, 2021 All rights reserved. Reproduction, in whole or in part, is only permitted with the approval of Fliegl. We are constantly developing and enhancing our products and therefore reserve the right to make changes to them without prior notification.
Maintenance of the SKATE trailing shoe spreader and ensures long, problem-free operation if it is carefully observed. In case of malfunctions, it can be used to troubleshoot and rectify errors. The purpose of the safety instructions is to prevent personal injury and damage to the SKATE trailing shoe spreader.
User instructions Locations in the operating instructions All directions and locations in these instructions are based on the operator's workstation. Front Rear Left side view Fig. 1 Locations in the documentation (example illustration) Illustrations used Instructions and system responses The steps to be taken by operating personnel are presented in the form of a (numbered) list. These steps must be followed in the correct order.
For your own safety, you should only use original replacement parts and accessory products. Fliegl Agrartechnik GmbH assumes no liability for the use of other products and any resulting damage. No claims for modification of delivered products can be made on the basis of the information, images and descriptions provided in this manual.
Safety instructions 2. Basic safety instructions Failure to observe the safety instructions and warnings can pose a risk to persons, property and the environment. Before driving on public roads: Before travelling on public roads, ensure that the maximum permissible dimensions dictated by EU or national law are not exceeded.
Fliegl Agrartechnik GmbH shall assume no liability. The SKATE trailing shoe spreader is generally attached to a Fliegl tank trailer. The SKATE trailing shoe spreader is used to apply slurry from the tank trailer directly onto the ground. Designated use also includes: ...
Unauthorised modifications to the attachment. Attachment of additional equipment that has not been authorised or approved Use of non-original FLIEGL replacement parts Attachment to incompatible tank trailers Travelling on roads with the arms extended ...
2.5.1 Failure of the SKATE trailing shoe spreader Be aware of the residual mechanical and hydraulic energy on components of the SKATE trailing shoe spreader and the pressure in the hydraulic cylinders after the device has been shut down following an emergency, or after the attachment is turned off.
Safety instructions Qualification of operating personnel To avoid accidents, any person working with the attachment must meet the following minimum requirements: He or she must be physically capable of controlling the attachment. He or she can perform their work with the attachment safely and in compliance with these operating instructions.
Work gloves Safety and protective devices Head protection during assembly of the SKATE The attachment must only be operated if all safety and protective devices are complete and fully functional. 2.11 Operational safety 2.11.1 Operation without correct assembly & start-up Without correct assembly and start-up in accordance with these assembly/operating instructions (see section 4 and 5), the operational safety of the attachment is not guaranteed.
Safety instructions 2.12 Safety and protective devices The attachment is equipped with the following safety and protective devices: 2.12.1 Emergency stop device This device shuts down the towing vehicle (tractor) in the event of an emergency. When the drive motor of the towing vehicle is turned off, all drives and the power supply of the trailer are switched off immediately.
Safety instructions 2.14 Danger areas A danger zone exists around the attachment when in use. To ensure that no persons enter this danger zone, the minimum safety distance must be observed. If this safety distance is not maintained, this can result in accidents involving personal injury. ...
Safety instructions 2.15 Attachment labelling There are warning signs on the attachment to warn of the following residual dangers which cannot be eliminated: Danger due to crushing Notice regarding hazard Risk of hand injuries when reaching into symbols: the machine The hazard symbols must be kept clean and must not be concealed.
The boom arms are equipped with screw distributors and hoses for applying the slurry. Applications The Fliegl SKATE is a trailing shoe spreader for ground-level strip application of liquid farm fertilisers such as slurry, manure or digestate. Specially designed slit shoes enable effective injection of the substrate.
Attachment description The trailing shoe spreader The following figure provides an overview of the most important components and assemblies and shows where they are installed on the trailing shoe spreader: Fig. 4: Components of the trailing shoe spreader...
Support wheel Item 1 – H-frame The H-frame carries the trailing shoe and forms the connection between the spreader and tank. The Fliegl SKATE is raised and lowered by two single-action lift cylinders. Assembly – item 1 Fig. 5 Item 2 – boom arms & screw distributors...
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Assembly – item 7 Fig. 11 Item 8 – hydraulic control block All control lines of the SKATE trailing shoe spreader converge on the hydraulic control block. Oil is supplied from the towing vehicle via load sensing or constant flow (1 control unit with continuous current).
2990 Hose spacing (mm) SKATE 60 / 75 / 90 / 120: min. 8000 l compressor or 4000 l pump required. SKATE 150: min. 10,000 l compressor or 4000 l pump required. SKATE 180 (XL) / 210 / 240: discharge accelerator or 6000 l pump required.
Objective The SKATE trailing shoe spreader must be attached to the tank trailer before use. For this purpose, the SKATE is affixed to the rear of the tank trailer with suitable fastening aids. The necessary connections are then established. Prerequisites Installing the control element in the towing vehicle (see section 7.1)
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Fig. 16 Mounting points If attaching the SKATE to tanks from other manufacturers, Fliegl Agrartechnik offers no guarantee for the durability of the frame or container. Your tank trailer requires a double-action discharge valve. Ensure that the discharge valve moves freely.
Assembly and installation Preparing for attachment Before attaching the trailing shoe spreader to the tank trailer, the latter must be secured against rolling away. To do so, you must connect the towing vehicle to the tank trailer. Apply the parking brake of the towing vehicle incl. the tank trailer. Place wheel chocks under the wheels of the tank trailer.
Assembly and installation Fitting the Y-piece The Y-piece is attached to the container outlet at the rear of the tank. Optional additional output (T-piece) Fig 20 Y-piece Attaching the H-frame Step 1 Fig 21 Fitting the hydraulic block The hydraulic block must first be fitted to the H-frame. To assist with this, mark the individual lines and corresponding connections before disconnecting them.
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Assembly and installation Step 2 Fitting the bracket to the tank trailer. The H-frame for the trailing shoe spreader is attached to the tank trailer via the bracket. Fig. 23 Mounting bracket Fig. 24 Connection with third-party tank If a tank from a different manufacturer is used, the bracket must be adapted to the frame of the tank.
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(guide value). Centre of mounting lug Hole pattern Fig. 25 H-frame assembly Fig. 26 H-frame assembly Connecting the H-frame (with integrated pendulum frame) and slurry tanker (SKATE 210 / SKATE 240)
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Assembly and installation Fig. 27 Position of mounting lug 1550 mm 1380 mm Fig. 28 Centre of mounting lug A guide value of 1550 mm is recommended for a tank trailer with 30.5" tyres (e.g. 750/60 R30.5). For 26.5" wheels (e.g. 710/45 R26.5), the guide value is 1380 mm. In the case of balloon tyres with block profile (28 L 26), a guide value of 1500 mm should be used.
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Assembly and installation Approx. 1650 Fig. 30 Centre of mounting lug A guide value of 1650 mm is recommended for the H-frame (with integrated pendulum frame SKATE 210 / SKATE 240) when fitted to a tank trailer with 30.5" tyres.
Fig. 31 Attaching the upper links 4.5.1 Additional fixation of H-frame / SKATE (12 m - 18 m) The connection between the H-frame of the SKATE 120 - 180 and your tank is reinforced with diagonal tension chains. Fig. 32...
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Assembly and installation The connection between the eyebolt and turnbuckle is established by means of a shackle. Fig. 33 Fitting the shackle The turnbuckle must be secured with the M12 nut after tightening. Fig. 34 Securing the turnbuckle The bolts of the upper links have an internal thread. The eyebolt is screwed into the internal thread of the bolt.
Assembly and installation H-frame with integrated pendulum frame (21 - 24 m) Exclusively for the SKATE 210 and SKATE 240 models, an additional pendulum frame is fitted for improved slope compensation. Fig. 35 Overview of H-frame with integrated pendulum frame Fig.
Assembly and installation Attaching the spreader to the H-frame Step 1 Check the position of the rectangular tube before fitting the spreader to the H-frame. In the case of 30.5" tyres or balloon tyres (block profile) with the size 28 L 26, it must be in the extended position (1 hole visible).
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Assembly and installation Step 2 Now attach the mounting lug together with the retaining plate (for hydraulic hoses) to the rectangular tube of the spreader. Mounting lug (with 8 mm hole for angle sensor) Retaining plate ...
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Assembly and installation Step 3 Lift the spreader onto the H-frame using a crane or forklift. Fig. 39 Lifting and positioning the spreader Never stand under suspended loads.
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Assembly and installation Step 4 Fit the mounting lug to the H-frame. Fig. 40 Attaching the spreader to the H-frame...
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Assembly and installation Step 5 There is a hole for the eyebolt on the left mounting lug. Secure the eyebolt with a self-locking nut (outside) and lock it with another nut on the inside. The distance from the inside of the mounting lug to the end of the eyelet should be 87 mm. The eyebolt should be secured with the lower opening angled slightly back.
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Assembly and installation Step 7 Connect the LEFT(LX) / RIGHT(RX) angle sensor control lines to the respective lateral sensors. Notice! The plug connection to the lift angle sensor should be established later. See section 4.10. Route the cable for the lift angle sensor (see control block wiring harness) so that it simply has to be coupled/connected to the sensor.
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Assembly and installation Fig. 42 Attaching the lift cylinder eyes Guide value: Secure in 1st or 2nd position (observe the folding action; the spreader must fold gently). The previous settings are guide values for achieving the correct working angle.
Assembly and installation Hydraulic system 4.8.1 Control block of SKATE 60 - 150 (180 rigid version) Fig. 40: Assignment of hydraulic functions; e.g. Bondioli control block...
Assembly and installation 4.8.4 Attaching the hydraulic lines to the spreader In the next step, the hydraulic lines must be installed and attached. Attach the hydraulic lines to the lift cylinders. Connect the hydraulic connections to the discharge valve on the tank trailer. The discharge valve must be a double-action model.
Assembly and installation 4.8.5 Pendulum frame, hydraulic (SKATE 210 / SKATE 240) Using a tractor control unit, the load on the pendulum frame can either be relieved (allowing it to hang freely) or it can be centred (fixed position). The existing hydraulic line must be pre-routed to the tractor. (See section 4.8.6.)
Assembly and installation 4.8.6 Attaching the hydraulic lines to the tank trailer The hydraulic lines must be installed on the tank trailer. The hydraulic lines should be routed forward, ideally through the frame. Using a long pole, the hydraulic lines can be easily threaded through the frame. Fig.
Assembly and installation 4.8.7 Important notes on the hydraulic system Procedure: 1. If the oil supply is managed by a tractor control unit, a pressureless return is required. 2. When supplied via a tractor control unit, set the oil volume to max. l/min.
Area to be locked Fig 47 SKATE 120 Area to be locked Fig 48 SKATE 150 with impact protection Fig. 49 Attaching the transport restraints For information on spreader operation, see section 7.5 Now set the spreader to transport position ( button) via the control panel in the driver's cab.
Assembly and installation Check that all screw connections are correctly tightened. 4.10 Connecting the lift angle sensor Lift mechanism control line Connect the control line (lift mechanism) to the sensor. IMPORTANT! You should now enter configuration mode. See section 7.4 4.11 Attaching the slurry hoses The slurry hoses must be connected between the T-piece and the spreader.
Assembly and installation 4.12 Oil motor connection The flange plate features oval holes so that it can be moved. To ensure optimum spreading, the flange plate must be pushed down as far as possible so that the screw conveyor can function correctly. (Spreader in extended condition!) Fig.
Assembly and installation 4.12.1 Checking the running direction of the screw conveyors Oil is supplied to the screw motors via a valve on the control block; see 4.8.1 to 4.8.3. The oil motors are connected in series (in line). The screw conveyors (oil motors) are actuated via the control block on the spreader. The responsible valve is energised alternately by the wiring harness, which is connected to the control unit (controller).
Step 1 Check point for correct attachment of the trailing shoe spreader – distance: Extend the SKATE until the trailing shoes are in contact with the ground. Now drive approx. 1 - 2 m forwards while keeping the button depressed.
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Check point for correct attachment of the trailing shoe spreader – working angle The SKATE must be attached to the tank such that an angle of 33 - 36° is set in working position. Spreader must be fully lowered (at very bottom of lug) The working angle should be determined with a protractor and spirit level.
The hose should be under minimal tension. 18. The SKATE must be attached to the tank such that an angle of 33 - 36° is set in working position. The ground surface must be level.
Start-up 5. Start-up First-time start-up Without a correct start-up in accordance with these operating instructions, the operational safety of the attachment is not guaranteed. This can lead to accidents resulting in serious injury or death. All setting and adjusting tasks must be performed for first-time start-up. Before starting work, the operator must familiarise himself with all actuating devices and their function.
Use and operation 6. Use and operation Read carefully. If there is anything you do not understand, contact the manufacturer to exclude the possibility of operating errors. Working operation Before operation, ensure that there is nobody between the towing vehicle, tank trailer and trailing shoe spreader. Always use a signaller for manoeuvring.
Use and operation 6.2.2 Conducting a trial run After the machine is set up and prepared and before work begins, a trial run must be conducted in unloaded condition. For information on operation, refer to section 7.5. Objective Check to ensure the attachment is set up correctly and functioning properly. Prerequisites Attachment is ready for operation Attachment is fully set up...
Use and operation Working with the machine 6.3.1 General safety and operating instructions The following section contains some general notes on safety and operation for working with the trailing shoe spreader, repeated and summarized together for better clarity: 1. Do not extend the spreader while driving. 2.
Control 7. Control – SKATE trailing shoe spreader Attaching the control element The controls for the trailing shoe spreader must be connected in the towing vehicle. Connect the control element with the CAN bus cable in the towing vehicle. Mount the control element in the towing vehicle using the designated bracket.
Control EASY comfort control You control the Fliegl SKATE trailing shoe spreader via the EASY comfort control. Fig. 64 EASY comfort control 7.2.1 Connecting the control components Connect the power supply cable, control element and connecting cables. Connection to wiring harness on control block AMP plug connecting cable ...
The engine of the tractor must be running. In the case of an open-centre system (constant flow), the control unit to which the Skate block is connected must also be actuated to ensure the oil supply to the control block. The control unit must be connected.
Control 7.4.2 Configuring the upper stop (transport position) of the lift angle sensor Fig. 67 Angle sensor Now press and hold the button for extending the spreader. The spreader rises up until the cylinders have reached their stop. This is indicated by the fact that the pressure on the gauge rises to 180 - 200 bar.
Control 7.4.4 Configuring the lower stop (working position) of the lift angle sensor Press and hold the button for extending the spreader again. The spreader then folds down. As soon as the spreader touches the ground, release the handbrake of the towing vehicle and drive approx.
Control 7.4.6 Exiting configuration mode Now press the button for retracting the spreader until it is secured in the transport restraints. The status LEDs of the buttons no longer flash BLUE. The LED of the switch is now lit RED. The calibration procedure is completed.
Control Operating the controller 7.5.1 Extending the spreader The right switch initially lights up RED. The spreader is locked. To extend the spreader, you must first release it using the button. The right switch then lights up GREEN. You must then extend the spreader within 5 seconds, otherwise the spreader will be locked again.
Control 7.5.2 Spreading To spread the slurry/digestate, press the button. (ONLY TAP THE BUTTON) The lift cylinders move into floating position, the discharge valve opens automatically and the screw conveyors begin to rotate. The right switch flashes BLUE. Additional function: In practice, it is frequently necessary to raise the spreader slightly when applying the slurry, e.g.
Control 7.5.4 Retracting To retract the spreader, you must first tap the button so that the discharge valve is closed. Then keep the button depressed until the spreader lowers itself into transport position. After it has been retracted, the spreader is locked again and the right switch lights up RED.
Control 7.5.5 Additional functions If the spreader features additional side deactivation (boom sections), additional valves are fitted to the Y-piece. If these valves are actuated via the control block, additional switches for each side are integrated in the EASY comfort control. Switch 1: Left boom section ...
7.5.7 Switching from gate valve mode back to spreader mode Press the button and the button for 5 seconds. The right switch then lights up and you are in spreader mode. You can now work with the SKATE again.
Control 7.5.8 Switching: reducing the working width of the SKATE 210 / 240 If the spreader features additional screw conveyor boxes for the outside spreader elements, the working width of the spreader can be reduced. This means that the outer elements are not extended, the corresponding slurry gate valves close and the oil motors for the outside screw conveyors are not actuated.
Control Setting the headland lift height 7.6.1 Initial state The spreader is fully extended. The gate valve is closed and the screw conveyors are not running. Make sure that there are no persons in the vicinity of the spreader that could be injured by the spreader's movements.
Control Setting the lowering/working height During the application process, the Fliegl SKATE should generally be in floating position (skids on the ground). If the spreader cannot be moved to floating position (e.g. spreading in catch crop areas), a fixed lowering/working height can be set (skids slightly raised).
Control 7.7.4 Deleting the working height or resetting to floating position The spreader is fully extended. The gate valve is open and the screw conveyors are running. The spreader is thus in spreading mode. Press the button for at least 3 seconds. When the status LED of the switch lights up ORANGE, the working height has been deleted and the spreader returns to floating...
Controls locked Controls enabled GREEN Screw distributor is on BLUE Controlling the pendulum frame for SKATE 210/240 Before extension/retraction, the pendulum compensation must be locked (operate tractor control unit). In working position (trailing shoes on the ground) and headland position (drip-stop), the frame must be able to...
ISOBUS control 7.10 ISOBUS control You control the Fliegl SKATE trailing shoe spreader via the ISOBUS control. Fig. 70 ISOBUS components 7.10.1 Connecting the control components Connect the power supply cable, control element and connecting cables. Connection to wiring harness on control block Item no.
ISOBUS control 7.10.2 Explanation of the ISOBUS control Lock button – lock Home button (back to main page) Load user interface to another Lock key – unlock display/terminal ISB = ISOBUS Shortcut Button Retract spreader (section 7.10.8) Information Extend spreader Settings Headland Diagnostics...
ISOBUS control 7.10.4 Main page – retracted state (1) Gate valve side deactivation (GREEN = open / = closed) (2) Oil pressure of operating system 7.10.5 Main page – extended state (1) Display of the set lift height. mark indicates the stored lift angle.
When the EMERGENCY STOP button is pressed by the operator, the attachment is switched to a safe state. In the case of the SKATE, the discharge valve is closed and all other hydraulic functions on the spreader are rendered inactive.
8.1.2 Impact protection [SKATE 150 & SKATE 180] Change of distribution width possible (18/15 m for SKATE 180, 15/12 m for SKATE 150) Impact protection (in case of collision with obstacles such as electricity pylons, the outer wing folds backwards) ...
Regular maintenance in accordance with the maintenance plan is essential to the efficient use of the attachment. Customer service Please contact: Fliegl Agrartechnik GmbH Service Department Bürgermeister-Boch-Straße 1 84453 Mühldorf am Inn, Germany Telephone: +49 (0)8631 / 307 - 461...
Service and maintenance Operational maintenance 9.3.1 General instructions for maintenance Operational maintenance helps to ensure trouble-free and efficient use of the attachment. Operating personnel can perform this work after receiving appropriate instruction. Maintenance task Interval Activity Check general condition Check the safety equipment Cleaning Check the screw connections on the attachment and the connections to the three-point hitch...
Service and maintenance 9.3.2 Check the safety equipment All devices for stopping in an emergency must be checked individually and separately from each other. In the case of faulty safety devices, stop the attachment immediately and secure it against reactivation. Functional check of the emergency stop equipment 1.
There is a risk of injury due to rotating and movable parts when lubricating. When lubricating the towing vehicle engine, apply the parking brake and remove the ignition key. Lubrication schedule The lubrication schedule applies to all Fliegl trailing shoe spreaders. Every 8 oper. hrs. Every 30 oper. hrs. Every 100 oper. hrs.
Service and maintenance Troubleshooting and fault elimination Special caution when rectifying faults. Consult trained service personnel or visit a specialist workshop. If necessary, contact the manufacturer's customer service department. 9.4.1 List of warning and fault signals Fault / error Possible cause(s) Remedy message Boom arm moves too...
Service and maintenance Decommissioning Decommissioning includes the correct deactivation and disconnection of the connecting and supply parts. 9.5.1 Temporary shutdown Switch off the attachment and all fitted assemblies, and then disconnect the attachment (see section 6). Clean and maintain the attachment (see section 9.3). After a temporary shutdown, a new start-up must take place.
Appendix 10. Appendix 10.1 Conversion table The following table facilitates the conversion of specific units SI units (metric) Imperial units Variable Factor Unit name Abbreviation Unit name Abbreviation Area Hectare 2.47105 Acre acres Litres per l/min 0.2642 minute Volume flow US gallons rate Cubic metres...