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- Page 1 Operation Manual AMAz EK-S EK-SH 150 , 260 , 370 Mounted spreader Before starting to operate, MG1777 please carefully read and ad- BAG0022.4 07.22 here to this operation manual Printed in Germany and safety advice!
- Page 2 Reading the instruction manual and adhering to it should not appear to be inconvenient and superfluous as it is not enough to hear from others and to realise that a machine is good, to buy it and to believe that now everything should work by itself.
- Page 3 Document Number: MG1777 Date of edition: 07.22 Copyright AMAZONEN-WERKE H. DREYER SE & Co. KG, 2022 All rights reserved. Reprint – even in extracts – requires the approval of AMAZONEN-WERKE H. DREYER SE & Co. KG. EK-S/EK-SH BAG0022.4 07.22...
- Page 4 Dear reader, Our instruction manuals are regularly updated. With your suggestions for improvement you will help to create an always user friendly in- struction manual. Please send your suggestions by fax. AMAZONEN-WERKE H. DREYER SE & Co. KG Postfach 51 D-49202 Hasbergen Tel.:...
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of contents User advice ....................7 Purpose of the document ......................7 Information about directions in this instruction manual ............7 Illustrations used ........................7 General safety advice .................. 8 Obligations and liability ......................8 Illustration of safety advice ..................... 10 Organising measures ...................... - Page 6 Table of contents 5.6.2 Uncoupling the hydraulic hose lines ..................46 Commissioning ..................47 Checking the suitability of the tractor ..................48 6.1.1 Calculating the actual values for the total tractor weight, tractor axle loads and load capacities, as well as the minimum ballast ................48 6.1.1.1 Data required for the calculation ...................
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Page 7: User Advice
User advice User advice The chapter "User advice" provides information for dealing with the instruction manual. Purpose of the document The present instruction manual • describes the operation and the maintenance for the machine. • gives important hints for a safety conscious and efficient opera- tion with the machine. -
Page 8: General Safety Advice
General safety advice General safety advice This chapter contains important hints for the safety conscious opera- tion of the machine. Obligations and liability Observe the advice given in this instruction manual The knowledge of the basic safety advice and safety regulations are the pre-condition for the safety conscious dealing with the machine and its trouble free operation. - Page 9 General safety advice Danger when dealing with the machine The machine has been manufactured according to the state of the art and the certified safety regulations. Nevertheless, the operation of the machine could cause danger and adverse effects on body and life of the operator or third parties, •...
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Page 10: Illustration Of Safety Advice
General safety advice Illustration of safety advice The safety advice is identified by a symbol and a warning. The warn- ing describes the seriousness of the threatened danger. The individu- al symbols have the following meaning: Danger! Immediate imminent danger to life and health of persons (severe injuries or death). -
Page 11: Organising Measures
General safety advice Organising measures The operator must ensure the availability of the personal protective equipment, e.g.: safety glasses, • safety shoes, • protective clothing, • skin protecting agent, etc.. • Important! The instruction manual should always be kept at the place where the machine •... -
Page 12: Training Of The Staff
General safety advice Training of the staff Only people who are trained and familiarised may operate with/on the machine. The responsibility of persons for operation and maintenance should clearly be prescribed. A trainee may only operate the machine under the supervision of a skilled person. -
Page 13: Safety Measures And Normal Operation
2.10 Constructional changes Never carry out any alterations or fittings or changes on the machine without approval of the AMAZONEN-WERKE This also applies for welding work on bearing parts. All fitting or alteration measures require the written approval of AMA- ZONEN-WERKE. -
Page 14: Spare And Wear Parts And Aids
AMAZONEN-WERKE shall accept no liability for damage caused by the use of unreleased spare and wear parts or aids. -
Page 15: Safety Symbols And Other Identifications On The Machine
General safety advice 2.13 Safety symbols and other identifications on the machine Important! Always keep all safety symbols on the machine clean and in well readable condition! Replace not readable safety symbols. Ask your dealer for warning signs stating the relevant order number (e.g. -
Page 16: Positioning Of Warning Decals And Other Identifications
General safety advice 2.13.1 Positioning of warning decals and other identifications Warning decals The following illustrations show the arrangement of the warning de- cals. Fig. 1 Fig. 2 EK-S/EK-SH BAG0022.4 07.22... - Page 17 General safety advice Picture No. and Explanation Safety symbols MD 078 Risk of contusions for fingers or hands through accessible moving machine parts! In these cases there is a danger of extremely serious injuries leading to the loss of body parts such as fingers or hands.
- Page 18 General safety advice MD 089 Risk of crushing of whole body in the danger area of suspended loads/machine parts This danger can cause extremely serious and potentially fatal injuries. The presence of persons under suspended loads/machine parts is prohibited. Maintain a sufficient safety clearance between you and any suspended loads/machine parts.
- Page 19 General safety advice MD 097 Danger from crushing and impacts between the rear of the tractor and the machine during coupling/uncoupling. These dangers can cause extremely serious and potentially fatal injuries. • It is prohibited to operate the tractor's 3- point hydraulic system while persons are present between the rear of the tractor and the machine.
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Page 20: Danger When Not Adhering To The Safety Advice
General safety advice MD 199 The maximum operating pressure of the hydrau- lic system is 210 bars. 2.14 Danger when not adhering to the safety advice Not adhering to the safety advice ● may result in endangering persons, also the environment and also the machine itself. -
Page 21: Safety Advice For The Operator
General safety advice 2.16 Safety advice for the operator WARNING Risk of contusions, cuts, dragging, catching or knocks from in- sufficient traffic and operational safety. Before starting up the machine and the tractor, always check their traffic and operational safety. 2.16.1 General safety and accident prevention information •... - Page 22 General safety advice off the tractor. There exist squeezing and shearing points at the coupling points between tractor and implement. ● Standing between tractor and implement when the three point hydraulic is actuated is prohibited. ● Attach implements as advised and couple the machine in the appropriate manner to the prescribed devices.
- Page 23 General safety advice Transport of the machine ● When travelling on public roads observe your legal national traf- fic regulations. ● Always ensure sufficient steering and braking of the tractor. Steering and braking of the tractor are influenced by mounted or trailed machines and front or rear ballast weights.
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Page 24: Hydraulic System
General safety advice 2.16.2 Hydraulic system • The hydraulic system is under a high pressure. • Ensure that the hydraulic hose lines are connected correctly. • When connecting the hydraulic hose lines, ensure that the hy- draulic system is depressurised on both the machine and tractor sides. -
Page 25: Electric Outfit
Spare parts must meet at least the specified technical require- • ments of AMAZONEN-WERKE. This is ensured through the use of AMAZONE original spare parts. EK-S/EK-SH BAG0022.4 07.22... -
Page 26: Operation With Pto Shafts
General safety advice 2.16.5 Operation with PTO shafts Only use PTO shafts which are designed for the implement by • the manufacturer and which are equipped with all legally re- quested guards! Please also observe the operator's manual of the PTO shaft •... -
Page 27: Operation With The Fertiliser Spreader
General safety advice 2.16.6 Operation with the fertiliser spreader Never stay or let anyone stay within the operation area. Danger • by fertiliser particles being thrown around. Before starting to op- erate the spreading discs make sure that nobody is staying in the spreading zone. -
Page 28: Loading
Loading Loading Fig. 3 Loading with a hoist crane: Lashing points (1) for securing load supporting devices. WARNING Danger from crushing and / or impacts due to unintentional dropping of the raised machine! • It is essential to use the marked lashing points for securing load supporting devices if you are loading or unloading the machine with lifting gear. -
Page 29: Product Description
Product description Product description Read this chapter when standing at the machine. In this way you will get optimally acquainted to the machine. The machine consists of the main components: Overview - components (1) Frame (2) Hopper cover with agitator (3) Shutter (4) Mechanical shutter actuation (option: hy- draulic actuation) -
Page 30: Supply Lines Between Tractor And Machine
Product description Supply lines between tractor and machine Depending on the execution: • Hydraulic hose lines • Electric cable for traffic light Traffic safety kit (1) Rear lights, stop lights,indicators (required when the tractor indicator is hidden by the machine) (2) Red reflectors (3) warning plates Fig. -
Page 31: Designated Use Of The Machine
Product description Designated use of the machine The AMAZONE EK-S has been designed for the usual operation in agriculture. • the usual winter service work on roads and ways. • applying sand on golf and sports grounds. • The spreader is coupled on to the tractor via the upper and lower •... -
Page 32: Safety - And Guard Facilities
Product description Safety - and guard facilities (1) Guard screen in the hopper (2) Splash guard (3) Multiple spread width PTO shaft guard • Type plate and CE declaration The following information is specified on the rat- ing plate and the CE mark: (1) Implement number (2) Vehicle identification number (3) Product... -
Page 33: Technical Data
Product description Technical data Type EK-S / EK-SH Hopper capacity 150 l 260 l 370 l Payload 250 kg 300 kg 400 kg Weight EK-S 65 kg 69 kg 74 kg EK-SH 68 kg 72 kg 77 kg Allowable total weight 318 kg 372 kg 477 kg... -
Page 34: Required Tractor Equipment
Tractor engine power EK-S 150, 260, 370 ab 12kW (16PS), 13 kW (18PS), 15 kW (20PS) EK-SH 150, 260, 370 ab 19kW (26PS), 21 kW (28PS), 23 kW (30PS) -
Page 35: Assembly And Function
Assembly and function Assembly and function The following chapter informs you about the assembly of the machine and the functions of the individual components. Fig. 8 The spreading material slides down the hopper wall to the outlet opening. The agitator provides an even spreading material flow on to the spreading disc. -
Page 36: Shutter Actuation
Assembly and function Shutter actuation Manual or hydraulic (option) opening and closing of the outlet opening via 2 shutters. Manual shutter actuation: For closing the outlet opening swivel the • hand lever (Fig. 9/1) right to the top. For opening the outlet opening swivel the •... -
Page 37: Spreading Disc
Assembly and function Spreading disc Spreading disc with 6 spreading vanes for apply- ing fertiliser, cereals, fine seeds, salt, sand, grit and mixtures. The spreading vanes allow the setting in two positions (Fig. 13, Fig. 14). In this case the spreading vane engages in posi- tion A or B. -
Page 38: Agitator
Assembly and function Agitator Agitator to apply ferrtilizer. Fig. 15 Rod agitator (option) to apply sand, slag and salts. • Powdery fertiliser • Fitting: 1. Bolt the guide ring (Fig. 16/1) on to the pro- vided holes in the hopper . 2. -
Page 39: Spread Width Reduction For Ek-S
Assembly and function Spread width reduction for EK-S Setting of the spread width reduction via the multiple spread width reducer (Fig. 18/1). Fig. 18 EK-S/EK-SH BAG0022.4 07.22... -
Page 40: Pto Shaft
Assembly and function PTO shaft For machines with mechanical spreading disc drives, the drive shaft transmits the power from the tractor to the machine. WARNING Danger of crushing from tractor and machine unintentionally starting up or rolling away! Couple or decouple the PTO shaft and tractor only when tractor and machine have been secured against both unintentional starting and unintentional rolling away. - Page 41 Assembly and function WARNING Danger of trapping and entrapment by unguarded PTO shaft or damaged safety devices! Never use the PTO shaft if the safety device is missing or dam- • aged, or without correctly using the supporting chain. Before all use, check that •...
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Page 42: Coupling The Pto Shaft
Assembly and function Use only the provided PTO shaft or one of the same type. • Read and follow the operating manual provided for the PTO • shaft. Correct use and maintenance of the PTO shaft prevents serious accidents. When coupling the PTO shaft •... -
Page 43: Uncoupling The Pto Shaft
Assembly and function 5.5.2 Uncoupling the PTO shaft WARNING Danger from crushing or impact if there is insufficient clearance when uncoupling the PTO shaft! First uncouple the machine from the tractor before uncoupling the PTO shaft from the tractor. This will ensure the necessary clearance for safe uncoupling of the PTO shaft. -
Page 44: Hydraulic System Connections
Assembly and function Hydraulic system connections All hydraulic hose lines are equipped with grips. • Coloured markings with a code number or code letter have been applied to the gripping sections in order to assign the respective hydraulic function to the pressure line of a tractor control unit! Films are stuck on the implement for the markings that illustrate the respective hydraulic function. -
Page 45: Coupling The Hydraulic Hose Lines
Assembly and function WARNING For the oil return, use only DN16 lines and select short return paths. Pressurise the hydraulic system only when the free return has been correctly coupled. Install the coupling union (supplied) on the pressure-free oil return flow. -
Page 46: Uncoupling The Hydraulic Hose Lines
Assembly and function 5.6.2 Uncoupling the hydraulic hose lines 1. Swivel the actuation lever on the control valve on the tractor to float position (neutral position). 2. Unlock the hydraulic connectors from the hydraulic sockets. 3. Safeguard the hydraulic sockets against soiling with the dust protection caps. -
Page 47: Commissioning
Commissioning Commissioning This section contains information • on commissioning your machine. • on checking how you may connect the machine to your tractor. • Before operating the machine for the first time the operator must have read and understood the operating manual. Observe the following chapters •... -
Page 48: Checking The Suitability Of The Tractor
Commissioning Checking the suitability of the tractor WARNING Danger of breaking during operation, insufficient stability and insufficient tractor steering and braking power on improper use of the tractor! • Check the suitability of your tractor, before connecting the ma- chine to the tractor. You may only connect the machine to tractors suitable for the purpose. -
Page 49: Data Required For The Calculation
Commissioning 6.1.1.1 Data required for the calculation Fig. 19 [kg] Empty tractor weight See tractor operating manual or vehicle [kg] Front axle load of the empty tractor documentation [kg] Rear axle load of the empty tractor [kg] Total weight of rear-mounted machine or See technical data for machine or rear bal- rear ballast last... -
Page 50: Calculation Of The Required Minimum Ballasting At The Front G
Commissioning 6.1.1.2 Calculation of the required minimum ballasting at the front G of the tractor to en- V min sure steering capability • − • • • Enter the numeric value for the calculated minimum ballast G V min required on the front side of the tractor, in the table (section 6.1.1.7). 6.1.1.3 Calculation of the actual front axle load of the tractor T V tat... -
Page 51: Table
Commissioning 6.1.1.7 Table Actual value according to Approved value ac- Double approved calculation cording to tractor load capacity (two instruction manual tyres) Minimum ballast front / rear Total weight ≤ Front axle load ≤ ≤ Rear axle load ≤ ≤ •... -
Page 52: Adjusting The Length Of The Pto Shaft To The Tractor
Commissioning Adjusting the length of the PTO shaft to the tractor WARNING Danger from damaged and/or destroyed, flying parts if the PTO shaft is upended or pulls apart while the machine coupled to the tractor is being raised/lowered because the length of the PTO shaft has not been adjusted properly. - Page 53 Commissioning WARNING Danger of crushing from unintentional: Rolling of the tractor and the connected machine! • Lowering of the lifted machine! • Secure the tractor and machine from unintentional starting and unin- tentional rolling and secure the machine unintentional lowering before entering the danger zone between the tractor and lifted machine in order to adjust the PTO shaft.
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Page 54: Securing The Tractor / Machine Against Unintentional Start-Up And Rolling
Commissioning Securing the tractor / machine against unintentional start-up and roll- WARNING Danger of crushing, shearing, cutting, entrapment, entangle- ment, being drawn in, caught or struck during all interventions in the machine. Due to powered operating elements. • Due to unintentional actuation of operating elements or •... -
Page 55: Coupling And Uncoupling The Machine
Coupling and uncoupling the machine Coupling and uncoupling the machine Danger! Only couple and transport the machine with a tractor which • has been designed for this task and fulfils the power re- quirements. When fitting the machine to the tractor three point linkage •... -
Page 56: Hitching Up
Coupling and uncoupling the machine Hitching up • Fix lower link of tractor on lower link pin (cat I) (Fig. 21/1) and secure by using a clip pin. • Attach the upper link of the tractor by using the upper link pin (Fig. 21/2) to the upper coupling point of the machine and secure by using a lynch pin (Fig. -
Page 57: Traffic Lights
Coupling and uncoupling the machine 7.1.1 Traffic lights • Connect the power cable of traffic lights on tractor. Caution! Check function of indicator for direction of travel, traffic light kit and brake light! Hitching off • Lower the machine. Before dismounting the spreader ensure that the coupling points (upper and lower links) are relieved. -
Page 58: Settings
Settings Settings Setting the mounting height Mounting height of the laden spreader 75 cm Measured on the spreading disc front side (a = 75) and on the back (b = 75) always from the ground surface. Warning! Observe the maximum PTO shaft angling! Fig. -
Page 59: Ek-S: Spread Rate Check
Settings EK-S: Spread rate check 8.2.1 A spread rate check is recommended with any change of spread- ing material or when it changed its condition. If the operational speed of the towing vehicle is known exactly a sta- tionary spread rate is possible. 1. - Page 60 Settings Example: Operational speed F: 3 km/h Working width A: Desired spread rate St: 50 g/m² Necessary required spread rate So:? [g/min] 3000 [m/h] = 50 m/min F = 50 m/min x 4m = 200 m²/min So = 50 g/m² x 200 m²/min So = 10000 g/min The necessary required spread rate is 10 kg/min.
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Page 61: Ek-S: Setting The Working Width
Settings EK-S: Setting the working width Depending on the kind of spreading material working widths from 3 to 5 m can be adjusted. The spreading width limitation is adjusted by means of 2 chains (Fig. 24/1) on the left and right of the spreader, according to experience. -
Page 62: Transport Travel
Transport travel Transport travel Danger! Prior any transport travel observe the chapter "Safety ad- • vice for the operator", page 23. Danger! Note maximum permissible filling loads of the spreader and axle loads of the tractor; if necessary drive on public roads with only half filled hopper. -
Page 63: Operation
Operation Operation Danger! When operating the machine observe the chapter "Safety • advice for the operator", page 21. Observe the warning signs on the machine. The warning • signs provide you with important hints for the safe opera- tion of the machine. Adhering to these hints serves your safety! Danger! Never reach into the rotating agitator spiral! -
Page 64: Spreading Operation
Operation 10.2 Spreading operation ● The machine has been coupled onto the tractor. • The hydraulic hoses are connected. • All settings are made. ο Spread rate setting ο Spreading vane position Shutter slide rods for shutter slide A, B hooked or unhooked. ο... -
Page 65: Fault
Fault Fault Fault Cause Remedy Incorrect spread rate. Wrong drive speed of the spreading Maintain the drive speed as disc. indicated in the setting chart. Setting has not been carried out Carry out the setting accord- according to the setting chart. ing to the setting chart. -
Page 66: Maintenance, Repair And Care
Maintenance, repair and care Maintenance, repair and care Danger! When carrying out any maintenance, repair and care work, ob- serve the chapter "Safety advice for the operator“, Seite 21. Before commencing any maintenance work switch off the tractor universal joint shaft, stop the tractor engine and remove the igni- tion key. -
Page 67: Greasing Table
Maintenance, repair and care 12.2 Greasing table The greasing intervals for the PTO shaft are • illustrated in hours in the opposite picture. Also follow the shaft manufacturer´s as- sembly and maintenance instructions at- tached to the PTO shaft. Grease the shutter slide openings after •... -
Page 68: Hydraulic System
Maintenance, repair and care 12.5 Hydraulic system WARNING Danger due to escaping high-pressure hydraulic fluid which can penetrate the body through the skin (danger of infection). Only a specialist workshop may carry out work on the hydraulic • system. • The hydraulic system is under high pressure. - Page 69 Maintenance, repair and care When connecting the hydraulic hose lines to the tractor's hy- • draulic system, ensure that the hydraulic system is depressur- ised on both the tractor and the machine. Ensure that the hydraulic hose lines are connected correctly. •...
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Page 70: Maintenance Intervals
Maintenance, repair and care 12.5.1 Maintenance intervals After the first 10 operating hours, and then every 50 operating hours 1. Check all the components of the hydraulic system for tightness. 2. If necessary, tighten screw unions. Before each start-up: 1. Check hydraulic hose lines for visible damage. 2. -
Page 71: Installation And Removal Of Hydraulic Hose Lines
Maintenance, repair and care 12.5.3 Installation and removal of hydraulic hose lines When installing and removing hydraulic hose lines, always observe the following information: Only use AMAZONE original hydraulic hose lines. • Ensure cleanliness. • Always install the hydraulic hose lines to ensure the following in •... -
Page 72: Upper And Lower Link Pins Check
Maintenance, repair and care 12.5.4 Upper and lower link pins check DANGER! Risk of contusions, catching, and knocks when the implement unexpectedly releases from the tractor! Replace damaged top link pins and lower link pins immediately for road traffic safety reasons. Test criteria for top link pins and lower link pins: •... -
Page 73: Screw Tightening Torques
Maintenance, repair and care 12.6 Screw tightening torques 10.9 12.9 M 8x1 M 10 16 (17) M 10x1 M 12 18 (19) M 12x1,5 M 14 M 14x1,5 M 16 M 16x1,5 M 18 M 18x1,5 M 20 M 20x1,5 M 22 M 22x1,5 1050... -
Page 74: Setting Chart Ek-S
Setting chart EK-S Setting chart EK-S Shutter slide positions for spread rates [g/m ] and working widths at a spreading disc drive speed of: 540 min • –1 Use of the rod agitator • Salt: 1,34 kg/l km/h km/h km/h 1040 173 1200 200 1360 227... - Page 75 Setting chart EK-S Sand-salt (10:1): 1,30 kg/l Sand-grit (4:1): 1,40 kg/l km/h km/h km/h 1240 207 1400 233 1050 175 1540 257 1155 193 1700 283 1275 213 1020 170 1880 313 1410 235 1128 188 2040 340 1530 255 1224 204 2200 367 1650 275...
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