Page 1 Lely Vector Automatic Feeding System Operator Manual EN - English Original 5.2011.8583.0 C Lely Industries N.V. www.lely.com...
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Page 3: Trademarks, Copyright And Disclaimer
Lely cannot accept liability for any damage that might arise from errors or omissions in this publication. For more information on the right on exclusive use please refer to our trademark notice on www.lely.com. Copyright © 2024 Lely Holding B.V.
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Page 5 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re List of Included Amendments Issue Date Revision Chapter(s) Remarks (yy/mm) 2023/11 Changed: Applicability, added Bridge Crane 2 Removed: Double fixed rail Added: Declarations of conformity Bridge Crane 2 4, 5, 6 2022/03 Added: Software version 3.0, WebUI, the user interface to control the software on the Power...
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Page 7: Manual Contents
Store this manual in a safe place for future reference. All information in this manual has been compiled with care. Lely shall not be liable for errors or faults in this manual. The recommendations are meant to serve as guidelines. All instructions, pictures and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information that was available at the time of publication.
Page 8 Control box automatic door: inside the control box. • Always include the type and serial numbers of the part of the Vector when you contact your local Lely service provider or order spare parts. Figure 1. Example type and serial number plate A decal with the serial number and bar code is attached inside every control box.
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Page 10: Personnel Requirements
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Personnel Requirements Risk of accident from insufficiently qualified personnel. Unqualified personnel working in the working area of the Mixing and Feeding Robot can be the cause of serious injuries and considerable damage to material. All activities must only be carried out by qualified personnel.
Page 11: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Lely Vector ................... . . 1-1 Lely Vector .
Page 12 ..................3-1 Specifications Vector .
Page 13 5.1.6 Shut Down the Vector and Disconnect from the Power ....... . . 5-8 5.1.6.1...
Page 14 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re 6.2.2 Clean the Dosing Roll and Position Sensor ..........6-3 6.2.3 Clean the Magnets .
Page 15: Lely Vector
A smartphone with bluetooth and the correct app is used to operate the software on the devices of the Vector. Intended Use The Lely Vector is designed to be used as an automated feeding system for milking cows and beef cattle. Lely Vector...
Page 16 The Vector system is exclusively built to collect, mix and distribute roughage like silage, hay and grain crops. Other types of feed (concentrates, additives, wet mixtures, vegetables, potatoes) may be added and mixed only in small amounts.
Page 17: Safety
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Safety Signal Icons Note the use of the signal words DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION with the safety messages. The signal word for each message uses the following guidelines: Danger Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
Page 18: Safety Instructions
Only trained persons are permitted to operate the Vector system or parts of the Vector system. • The operator is only allowed to do maintenance tasks on the Vector system that are described in this • manual. Only a Lely trained technician is allowed to do maintenance tasks on the Vector system that are not described in this manual.
Page 19: Mixing And Feeding Robot Safety Instructions
• Do not climb on the Mixing and Feeding Robot to inspect the mixing process. The mixing process can be checked by positioning a mirror in the loading zone above the mixing bin, or by using the Lely step ladder.
Page 20: Cut Resistant Clothing
• • Do not climb the Crane. Maintenance safety Have the crane inspected annually. • Do NOT touch the motors until they are cooled down. • Use the Vector stepladder to work on the Crane and Feed Grabber. • Safety...
Page 21: Safety Decals
Visually inspect the Vector stepladder annually if it is still suitable for proper use. If not, replace the • stepladder. Do NOT spout water on the body of the Feed Grabber. Use a wet brush to clean the Feed Grabber •...
Page 22 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Decal Explanation Caution: Do not climb / Keep off bumper Risk of serious injury and product damage. Do not climb in, or on the vehicle and keep off the bumper. Caution: Laser light hazard Risk of being blinded.
Page 23: Safety Decals On The Feed Grabber
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re 2.3.2 Safety Decals on the Feed Grabber Figure 5. Locations of decals on the Feed Grabber Decal Explanation Caution: Electrocution hazard Risk of electrocution. Switch off the power before doing maintenance, adjustment or repair.
Page 24: Safety Decals On The Cranes
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Decal Explanation Safety handles Safety handle (on both sides of the feed grabber). The decal indicates the function of the safety handle. Pull the handle downwards to release the tension on the feed grabber.
Page 25: Safety Decals In And Near The Feed Kitchen And Barn
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re 2.3.5 Safety Decals in and near the Feed Kitchen and Barn Location Decal Explanation At the entrance of the Caution: Unmanned moving barn or at the entrance of vehicles the farmyard where the Only persons who are authorized Mixing and Feeding Robot...
Page 26: Safety Decals Of The Tower Silo
Digital Output is operated with Digital Output. The mechanic is warned about the fact that the Vector system starts the auger or conveyor belt of the silo. The decal instructs the mechanic to switch the power to the silo off and to lock the switch before doing maintenance.
Page 27: Installation Of Safety Decals
Replace safety decals that are missing or that are illegible. • Safety decals can be purchased from your local Lely service provider. • Safety Devices 2.4.1...
Page 28 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Stand clear of the grabber. Pull one of the handles (1) downwards (there is one handle at each side of the grabber) (see figure 6 on page 2-12). The chain (2) will fall and the jaws of the grabber will open. Reinstall the chain (see Reinstall the Chain After Activation of the Safety Handle on page 7-22).
Page 29: Emergency Stop Button
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re 2.4.1.2 Emergency Stop Button Figure 7. Emergency stop and main switch KEY: 1. Bluetooth antenna - 2. Emergency stop button - 3. Main Switch The Emergency stop button (2) is installed on the control box and needs to be used only during maintenance.
Page 30: Mixing And Feeding Robot
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re 2.4.2 Mixing and Feeding Robot 2.4.2.1 Emergency Stop Button Figure 8. Location of the safety devices on the Mixing and Feeding Robot KEY: 1. Emergency stop button - 2. Pause button - 3. Acoustic warning device - 4. Safety key - 5. Bumper with stop function An emergency stop button (1) is installed on the front of the control box of the Mixing and Feeding Robot.
Page 31 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Figure 9. Location of the safety devices on the Mixing and Feeding Robot KEY: 1. Emergency stop button - 2. Pause button - 3. Acoustic warning device - 4. Safety key - 5. Bumper with stop function The pause button must also be used to: Reset an alarm on the Mixing and Feeding Robot (see Reset an Alarm on the Mixing and Feeding •...
Page 32: Acoustic Warning Device
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Figure 10. Button on the door of the PCB box KEY: 1. Button 2.4.2.3 Acoustic Warning Device An acoustic warning device (3) (see figure 8 on page 2-14) alerts persons and animals when the vehicle starts to move or moves.
Page 33: Safety Bumper
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re 2.4.2.4 Safety Bumper The safety bumper (5) (see figure 8 on page 2-14) makes sure the Mixing and Feeding Robot stops when it hits an object that is at least 45 cm (17.7 in) above floor level. The reaction of the Mixing and Feeding Robot depends on the object type and the route action •...
Page 34: High Voltage Switch In The Pcb Box
When the switch is set to off: All high voltage is cut off (for filters, diodes etc). • It is now safe for lely technicians to do maintenance on the high voltage parts. • The PCBs are still on because the battery is not interrupted.
Page 35: Flashing Light (Optional)
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re 2.4.2.8 Flashing Light (Optional) Figure 13. Flashing light A flashing light (1) on the Mixing and Feeding Robot alerts persons and animals when the Mixing and Feeding Robot drives in narrow alleys. At the feed loading point the flashing light alerts persons when a digital output is started.
Page 36: Knife Guards
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re 2.4.2.9 Knife Guards KEY: 1. Large knife guards - 2. Small knife guards KEY: 1. Mixer knife - 2. Knife guard - 3. Locking pin The knife guards are kept in the holders on the wall near the power distribution box. During replacement of the mixer knives and other work in the mixing bin, the knife guards must be installed on the mixer knives and must be secured with the locking pins.
Page 37: In And Near The Feed Kitchen
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re 2.4.3 In and Near the Feed Kitchen 2.4.3.1 Emergency Stop Button Figure 14. Emergency stop button KEY: 1. Emergency stop button An emergency stop button (1) is installed at the entrance of the feed kitchen and on every side from which the feed kitchen is visible.
Page 38: Emergency Stop Button On Console
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re 2.4.3.2 Emergency Stop Button on Console Figure 15. Console KEY: 1. Signal lights - 2. Start button - 3. Emergency button An emergency button (3) is installed on the front of the console. It functions similar to the other emergency stops in the feed kitchen.
Page 39 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re status Decal System is switched off System starts up System is in operation One of the devices is out of operation Emergency stop or critical alarm Non critical alarm Kitchen fill mode starts Kitchen fill mode active or Service mode active...
Page 40: Safety Switch On Access Doors To The Feed Kitchen
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re 2.4.3.4 Safety Switch on Access Doors to the Feed Kitchen Figure 16. Example of an access key switch KEY: 1. Lock - 2. Key Risk of accident caused by a malfunctioning safety switch. Serious injury or death.
Page 41: Safety Door
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re After the door switch is reset you must put the feed kitchen into operation. 2.4.3.5 Safety door Figure 17. Safety door KEY: 1. Lock - 2. Door - 3. Access control switch Risk of accident caused by a malfunctioning safety gate.
Page 42: Safety Fence
To reset the access control switch, close the kitchen fill door and put the feed kitchen into operation. Safety Zones 2.5.1 General Safety Zones The Vector type plate attached on the power distribution box indicates the risk zones on the farm. 2-26 Safety...
Page 43: Red Zone - High Risk Zone
2.5.2 Red Zone - High Risk Zone The feed kitchen is marked on the Vector type plate (see figure 18 on page 2-27) as a red zone. Persons are not admitted in this red zone because of the moving: Feed Grabber •...
Page 44: Green Zone - Low Risk Zone
Green Zone - Low Risk Zone The routes where the Mixing and Feeding Robot drives are marked on the Vector type plate (see figure 18 on page 2-27) as a green zone, except for the small passages see yellow zone (see Yellow Zone - Medium Risk Zone on page 2-27).
Page 45: Safety And Safety Distances On Routes
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re 2.5.5 Safety and Safety Distances on Routes Figure 19. Distance outside a barn KEY: 1. Public road - 2. Metal strip A: 5 m (16.4 ft) The distance between the metal strip outside a barn and a public road or area is at least 5 m (16.4 ft). •...
Page 46 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re The route of the Mixing and Feeding Robot may not cross or access a public road or area. • The route of the Mixing and Feeding Robot outside the barn must impede the traffic on the farm as •...
Page 47: Specifications
Specifications Specifications Vector Specifications and Capacity Vector Maximum capacity 1 MFR* Ask your Lely advisor to calculate the capacity on your farm. Maximum capacity 2 MFRs* Ask your Lely advisor to calculate the capacity on your farm.
Page 48: Requirements Smartphone
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Capacity MFR Capacity mixing bin 150 - 600 kg (330 - 1323 lb) Volume mixing bin (70 ft³) Feed pushing capacity at the Max. feed 60 cm (23.6 in) feed fence height Max.
Page 49: Dimensions And Weight Mixing And Feeding Robot
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Wireless router WiFi access: according to 802.11 a/b/g standard. • • Connection speed (wired connection): minimum 54 Mbits. Alternative for router Connection to 3G/4G network. • Dimensions and Weight Mixing and Feeding Robot F000156-004 Figure 22.
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Page 51: Description
Description General Description Most Vector systems have a feed kitchen. This is an enclosed area where blocks of roughage are stored. The Feed Grabber grabs roughage and loads it into the mixing bin of the Mixing and Feeding Robot. Concentrates and additives can be added. After the feed is mixed, this ration is transported to the group of animals and dosed along the feed fence.
Page 52: Component Description
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Component Description 4.2.1 Mixing and Feeding Robot Figure 23. Mixing and Feeding Robot KEY: 1. Maintenance door - 2. Inspection cover - 3. Feed height sensor - 4. Skirt - 5. Dosing roll - 6. Bumper - 7. Charge plug - 8. Ultrasonic sensors - 9.
Page 53 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Figure 24. Mixer and feed door KEY: 1. Mixer knife - 2. Mixer - 3. Counter knife - 4. Feed door The Mixing and Feeding Robot has the following motors: •...
Page 54: Obstacle Detection Sensors (Optional)
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Optional The following options can be installed on the Mixing and Feeding Robot: Winter set, prevents the gears from getting stuck if the charger is in an environment with a •...
Page 55 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Figure 25. Top view obstacle detection range KEY: 1. Detection area Figure 26. Distances obstacle detection KEY: A: 70 cm (28 in) B: 40 cm (16 in) Description...
Page 56: Charger
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re 4.2.3 Charger Figure 27. Charger KEY: 1. Socket guide - 2. Metal strip - 3. Rotating cover - 4. Charge socket The charger is installed under the feed loading point in the feed kitchen. The charger charges the batteries of the Mixing and Feeding Robot.
Page 57: Console And Signal Lights
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re 4.2.4 Console and Signal Lights Figure 28. Console and signal lights KEY: 1. Signal lights - 2. Start button - 3. Emergency button The start button (2) on the signal console is used to put the feed kitchen in operation. In the paragraphs about the safety devices you can find more information about the emergency stop button and the signal lights (see Emergency Stop Button on Console on page 2-22).
Page 58: Feed Grabber
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re 4.2.6 Feed Grabber Figure 29. Feed Grabber KEY: 1. Front wheel - 2. Drive motor - 3. Rear wheel - 4. Rear cover - 5. Lifting belt - 6. Closing belt - 7. Grabber jaw - 8. Front cover The Feed Grabber has the following motors: Drive motor.
Page 59: Cranes And Fixed Rail
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re 4.2.7 Cranes and Fixed Rail The Feed Grabber drives along a rail that can be a part of a Crane. There are two types: Bridge Crane. • Single Fixed Rail. •...
Page 60: Single Fixed Rail
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re 4.2.7.2 Single Fixed Rail Figure 31. Single fixed rail KEY: 1. IPE profile - 2. Lattice girder with rail 4.2.8 Additives Dispenser (frequency pulse) Two types of additives dispensers are available: Conventional additives dispenser (a vibrating motor is optional for one dispenser).
Page 61 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Conventional Additives Dispenser (frequency pulse) Figure 32. Conventional Dispenser KEY: 1. Drop pipe and motor - 2. Silo - 3. Sensor for light pulses • A control box with one or more frequency regulators (one for each additives dispenser) is installed in the feed kitchen.
Page 62: External Concentrates (Frequency Weight)
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Additives Dispenser with Stir Motor (frequency pulse) Figure 33. Dispenser with Stir Motor KEY: 1. Drop pipe - 2. Dispenser silo - 3. Auger motor - 4. Stir motor - 5. Sensor pulse counter A control box with two or more frequency regulators is installed in the feed kitchen.
Page 63: Digital Output
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re 4.2.10 Digital Output The power distribution box can give an on/off signal to a conveyor belt, tower silo, water pump or other device that distributes feed. This signal is controlled by the MFR. The MFR weighs the amount of feed and when the target weight to stop is reached, the signal is switched off.
Page 64: Software
Gives a start and stop signal to a motor that opens and closes the door (this is not a Lely part but a • motor from the supplier of the door).
Page 65: Operation
KEY: 1. Button to return to the previous page - 2. Buttons - 3. Signal light similar to the signal light in the feed kitchen - 4. Buttons to go to the main pages Operation The major processes of the Vector are: Feed loading and mixing process. •...
Page 66: Feed Loading And Mixing Process
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re determines which feed group must be fed first. If possible when they have the same ration and do not need a full bin the locations are fed during the same feed task. If there are more routes to the same feed fence make sure you set the shortest scan time for the shortest route in T4C.
Page 67: Drive To The Feed Loading Point And Connect To The Charger
The AGS zone is a zone near the feed kitchen (on the Vector type plate usually marked yellow), just before the Mixing and Feeding Robot enters the feed kitchen. In the AGS zone the Mixing and Feeding Robot asks permission before it starts to drive the next route action.
Page 68 Without AGS settings When no AGS settings are set (ask your Lely technician), the Mixing and Feeding Robot will drive to the charger and connect. Unmanned moving vehicle Risk of being crushed.
Page 69: Operating Instructions
If the orange light stays on after waiting 2 minutes, at least one of the devices is not in operation yet. Make sure the devices in your Vector system are in operation, for example the Mixing and Feeding Robot(s), Feed Controller, Feed Grabber, Bridge Crane. Connect your smartphone to each device and check.
Page 70: Put The Mixing And Feeding Robot In Operation
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Figure 36. Start button on console 5.1.2 Put the Mixing and Feeding Robot In Operation Unexpected movement of vehicle. Risk of personal injury. Make sure the Mixing and Feeding Robot and the immediate vicinity is void of persons and animals.
Page 71: Take The Feed Kitchen Out Of Operation In The Filling Mode
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Connect the Mixing and Feeding Robot manually to the charger: Go to the page Work. Tab Work Tab Work Tab MANUAL Tab MANUAL information DRIVING CHARGER Information about the current state Information about the Buttons for manual...
Page 72: Put The Feed Kitchen In The Filling Mode With The Smartphone
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re 5.1.3.2 Put the Feed Kitchen in the Filling Mode with the Smartphone When for example driving on a (silage) block cutter, you can take the feed kitchen out of operation with a smartphone without leaving the vehicle.
Page 73: Put Feed Kitchen Devices In And Out Of Operation
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Using the pause button Push the pause button (2). Figure 37. Pause button KEY: 1. Emergency stop button - 2. Pause button - 3. Safety key Using the smartphone Connect the smartphone (see Connect the Smartphone to Device Software on page 5-15) to the Mixing and Feeding Robot.
Page 74: Put The Feed Grabber In Operation
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Click on the switch (1), the colour of the switch changes from green to grey. Figure 38. Status screen KEY: 1. Switch to put the PDB with the feed controller software in or out of operation Take the Feed Controller out of Operation with the Smartphone Connect the smartphone (see Connect the Smartphone to Device Software on page 5-15) to the Feed...
Page 75: Take The Feed Grabber Out Of Operation
If you want to stop operation after the current task is finished, select Stop After Task and push the button 5.1.5.4 Put the Bridge Crane In Operation When the Bridge Crane starts after the power is put on the Vector system it automatically goes in operation. Operating Instructions...
Page 76: Take The Bridge Crane Out Of Operation
5.1.6.1 Shut Down the Vector and Disconnect from the Power Only do this procedure when you do not want to use the Vector system for a longer period and want to disconnect it from the power. Set the main switch to Off (see figure 39 on page 5-9) on the power distribution box.
Page 77 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Figure 39. Main switch on the power distribution box Operating Instructions...
Page 78: Switch Off The Mixing And Feeding Robot With The Key (Mfr 2)
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re -50G8 400/230V -X10 -X11 400/230V -57K2 -57K4 400/230V -X14 -64A0 -11F3 -63A0 400/230V -X13 -X15 -54X0 400/230V Figure 40. Disconnect the battery in the power distribution box KEY: 1. Connector - 2. Battery 5.1.6.2 Switch off the Mixing and Feeding Robot with the Key (MFR 2) Risk of electric shock.
Page 79: Switch Off The Mixing And Feeding Robot With The Key (Mfr 1)
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re To prevent an alarm message, push the pause button before you turn the safety key. Turn the safety key (3) (see figure 41 on page 5-11) in the OFF position and remove the key. The Mixing and Feeding Robot generates an alarm: Emergency button.
Page 80: Switch Off The Main Switch On The Mixing And Feeding Robot Near The Battery
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Figure 42. Switch on or off the mixing and feeding robot with the key KEY: 1. Pause button - 2. Safety key - 3. Emergency stop button 5.1.6.4 Switch off the Main Switch on the Mixing and Feeding Robot near the Battery If you have some experience with the main switch, you can set the switch to Off without first removing the skirt piece.
Page 81 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Figure 43. Main switch Mixing and Feeding Robot KEY: 1. Bolts - 2. Skirt piece - 3. Main switch Operating Instructions 5-13...
Page 82: Connect The Vector To The Power
5.1.7 Connect the Vector to the Power 5.1.7.1 Connect the Vector to the Power and Start Up Open the power distribution box and make sure the backup battery (2) is connected with connector (1) (see figure 40 on page 5-10).
Page 83: Connect To Device Software With A Smartphone
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Connect to Device Software with a Smartphone 5.2.1 Connect the Smartphone to Device Software Unexpected movement of device. Risk of personal injury. Only operate the device with the smartphone when it is in your line of sight. Make sure the App is installed (see Install or Update the App on Your Smartphone on page 5-16) on your smartphone.
Page 84: Install Or Update The App On Your Smartphone
Select Settings in the left bottom corner. Enter the System Id (usually 160, in rare situations 161 if another Vector system is nearby). Enter the Password you received from the Lely service technician. Push Save in the top right corner.
Page 85 At the position of the xx the correct LDN number must be set, you have received this information from your local Lely service provider. Figure 44. Webpage: Status page When started on a PC the webpage shows the status page.
Page 86: Reset After An Alarm Or Emergency Stop
The tab Version shows the software versions of the software that runs on the power distribution • box (PDB) and on all devices of the Vector. In some occasions refresh the page (push F5) to view all software versions. The tab Alarms shows the last 100 alarms.
Page 87 Connect the smartphone (see Connect the Smartphone to Device Software on page 5-15) to the Automatic (barn) door Go to the page Testing Push the buttons Open or Close. If this does not work ask your Lely service technician for advice. Operating Instructions 5-19...
Page 88: Restart The System After An Alarm
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re If an alarm goes ON at the additives dispenser (frequency pulse): Make sure the bin is not empty and the transport pipe is not clogged up. Connect the smartphone to the Feed Controller. Go to the page Alarms >...
Page 89 If the alarm is on the Mixing and Feeding Robot, Feed Grabber or Bridge Crane: Start the Lely control app and connect the smartphone to the software of the device. Read the alarm message, if necessary go to chapter Troubleshooting to see what actions should be taken to remove the cause of the alarm.
Page 90 If this does not work, reboot the system by switching the power OFF for a few seconds and ON again. Start the Lely control app and connect the smartphone (see Connect the Smartphone to Device Software on page 5-15) to the Mixing and Feeding Robot.
Page 91: Reset Alarms On The Modalarm
5.4.4 Reset alarms on the MODalarm The MODalarms can be reset on the smartphone in the feed controller (PDB) in the (Lely Control app) or on the connected Horizon PC. Reset the MODalarm on the smartphone in the feed controller Open the Lely Control app on the smartphone and connect to the feed controller (PDB).
Page 92: Reset An Alarm On The Mixing And Feeding Robot And Continue Route
Connected devices. • Active alarms. • Click on login and use the username and password you received from your Lely technician to log in. Select the device at Connected devices. Click on Reset alarms to reset the alarms. 5.4.5 Reset an Alarm on the Mixing and Feeding Robot and Continue Route...
Page 93: Reset The Emergency Stop Button On The Mixing And Feeding Robot
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re A question appears: Continue with Select: • Yes, to let the Feeding Robot continue the route. No, to stop the route. You must manually drive the Mixing and Feeding Robot to the charger and •...
Page 94: Reset An Emergency Stop Button In Or Near The Feed Kitchen
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re A question appears: Continue with current route?. Select: • Yes, to let the Feeding Robot continue the route No, to stop the route. You must manually drive the Mixing and Feeding Robot to the charger and •...
Page 95: Fill The Kitchen
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Fill the Kitchen 5.5.1 Fill the Feed Kitchen Put the Feed Kitchen in the filling mode. Remove the safety fence (if applicable) or open the kitchen door. Clean the feed kitchen and for example sweep all remains of roughage to one location. After filling the feed kitchen you can add the remains on top of the new feed blocks.
Page 96 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Use the smartphone Change the preferred storage place with the WebUI Start the WebUI (see page 5-16). Push the button Kitchen. Figure 48. Kitchen page KEY: 1. Feed loading point - 2. Fill button, marks selected blocks as filled - 3. Prefer button, marks a selected block as a preferred block - 4.
Page 97: Fill The Additives Dispenser (Freq. Pulse)
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re The preferred block can also be set in T4C on the tab of the Feed Kitchen. Change the preferred storage place with the Smartphone Connect the smartphone to the Feed Controller. Select the page Feed kitchen>...
Page 98: Enter The Feed Kitchen
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re 5.5.4 Enter the Feed Kitchen All entrances of the feed kitchen are secured to prevent entrance when the Feed Grabber is in operation. If a feed kitchen door, moving screen, the safety fence gate or the safety fence is opened, the emergency stop is activated.
Page 99: Start A Feed Or Scan Task Manually
If the light went on, you must turn the winch to put tension on the net until the light goes off. It is possible to put the Vector into operation when the light is on. In that case, there is enough tension to have a safe situation, but the tension is insufficient for a reliable system.
Page 100 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Push the button Fences. Push the button Add a task (1). Figure 50. Page Fences KEY: 1. Button add a task - 2. Button to view the manually set tasks - 3. Scan information of the fence Select the route or combined routes in the drop down list (1).
Page 101: Start A Feed Task Manually With The Smartphone
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re 5.6.2 Start a Feed Task Manually with the Smartphone Connect the smartphone (see Connect the Smartphone to Device Software on page 5-15) to the Feed Controller. Go to the page Manual tasks. Push button Feed.
Page 102: Change The Feedstuff In A Feed Storage Place
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Push button Scan. If more than 1 route is available: Use the buttons and push Select to select a route. The manual task is shown on the page. Push Done All tasks are shown in the order of execution.
Page 103: Connect The Mixing And Feeding Robot Manually To The Charger
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Activate: [L] to turn right • [R] to turn left • [L] and [R] to go straight on • Push to change the direction, if necessary. Use the buttons to adjust the speed, a percentage of the maximum driving speed is displayed.
Page 104: Set The Automatic (Barn) Door Control
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Scroll to the route actions outside the barn and select it (>). A page with details of the route action is shown. Click on the switch at the beginning of the line Skirt down, and switch this setting ON, the switch is now red: Push the button Save.
Page 105: Change Feed In The Digital Output
When the Mixing and Feeding Robot wants to pass: the software will open the door and send a message to the Feeding Robot that the door is open when the Lely switch senses that the door is open. Release or activate the door control, see the manual of the supplier of your automatic door.
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Page 107: Maintenance Procedures
Maintenance Procedures Preventive Maintenance Schedule Farmer The following table shows the preventive maintenance schedule for the Vector. Preventive maintenance must obey all applicable local regulations. The frequencies of the tasks shown in the table are the minimum frequencies recommended.
Page 108: Mixing And Feeding Robot
Clean the IPE profile of the Bridge Crane (see Clean the IPE profile of the Bridge Crane on page 6-24) Clean the control boxes (see Clean the Control Boxes on page 6-25) Make sure an authorized person approves the Bridge Crane, Feed Grabber and the Lely Vector stepladder yearly Mixing and Feeding Robot Unexpected movement of machine.
Page 109: Clean The Dosing Roll And Position Sensor
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re 6.2.2 Clean the Dosing Roll and Position Sensor Preparation Switch off the Mixing and Feeding Robot with the key and remove the key (see Switch off the Mixing and Feeding Robot with the Key (MFR 2) on page 5-10). Remove the bolt (1) and open the maintenance door (2) (see figure 53 on page 6-3).
Page 110: Clean The Magnets
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Figure 54. Dosing roll and position sensor KEY: 1. Position sensor - 2. Metal arm - 3. Dosing roll Close-up Close the door and install the bolt. Switch on the Mixing and Feeding Robot with the key (see Switch on the Mixing and Feeding Robot with the Key on page 5-14).
Page 111: Clean The Feed Height Sensor
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Clean Figure 55. Magnets Push all metal parts upwards and remove them from the magnets (1) (see figure 55 on page 6-5). Close-up Push the pause button once to put the Mixing and Feeding Robot in operation. 6.2.4 Clean the Feed Height Sensor Laser light.
Page 112 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Figure 56. Open the laser cover KEY: 1. Laser cover - 2. Button Clean Laser light. Risk of getting blind. Do not stare into the beam. Maintenance Procedures...
Page 113: Clean The Ultrasonic Sensors
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Figure 57. Clean the laser KEY: 1. Feed height sensor Use a small brush or cloth to remove all dirt and cobwebs under the laser (A) of the feed height sensor (1) (see figure 57 on page 6-7).
Page 114: Examine The Mixer Knives
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Figure 58. Ultrasonic sensors KEY: 1. Ultrasonic sensors Close-up Put the Mixing and Feeding Robot in operation (see Put the Mixing and Feeding Robot In Operation on page 5-2). 6.2.6 Examine the Mixer Knives Sharp rotating knives.
Page 115 (see Cut Resistant Clothing on page 2-4). Preferably also wear a jacket or an overall according to the standards. Use the Vector stepladder to do this procedure. Preparation Examine the feed at the feed fence and see if it is mixed and cut as well as when the knives where new.
Page 116: Install Or Replace Mixer Knives
There are two sizes of mixer knives in use, the optimal number of small and big knives depends on the feed types. Ask Lely FMS for advise about the knives. Always use stainless steel bolts M16 x 45 for big knives and M12 x 35 for small knives and anti seize paste.
Page 117 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Sharp rotating knives. Risk of severe injury or death. Remove the key before you do work in the mixing bin. Sharp knives. Risk of severe injury. When you enter the mixing bin always wear cut resistant clothes to protect your hands arms and legs.
Page 118 Take the large (1) (see figure 60 on page 6-12) and small knife guards (2) from the holders near the power distribution box. Figure 60. Knife guard holders KEY: 1. Large knife guards - 2. Small knife guards Climb on the lely step ladder and stand on the service platform. 6-12 Maintenance Procedures...
Page 119 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Start at the blade on top and install the knife guards (2) (see figure 61 on page 6-13) on the knives and secure them with the locking pin (3) on the knives on the top of the mixer. Install as many knife guards as you can safely reach while standing on the service platform.
Page 120 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Removal Remove the two nuts, washers and bolts and the old mixer knife (2) or (3) (see figure 62 on page 6-14). Figure 62. Install or remove the mixer knives KEY: 1.
Page 121 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Remove the locking pin and the old knife (1) (see figure 63 on page 6-15) and knife guard (2) from the mixing bin. Figure 63. Knife with knife guard Installation Put the new knife (1) (see figure 63 on page 6-15) into the knife guard (2).
Page 122: Clean The Mixing And Feeding Robot
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re 6.2.8 Clean the Mixing and Feeding Robot Preparation Manually drive (see Drive the Mixing and Feeding Robot Manually on page 5-34) the Mixing and Feeding Robot to a clean and level place. Empty the mixing bin Connect the smartphone (see Connect the Smartphone to Device Software on page 5-15) to the Mixing and Feeding Robot.
Page 123: Examine And Correct The Metal Strips
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re The inside and outside of the Mixing and Feeding Robot can also be cleaned with pressurized air. Close-up Switch on the Mixing and Feeding Robot with the key. Manually drive and connect the Mixing and Feeding Robot to the charger (see Connect the Mixing and Feeding Robot Manually to the Charger on page 5-35).
Page 124 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Do not use an impact wrench. If the old strip was shortened, make sure the new strip is shortened at the same length. If an extra hole was made in the old strip at 35 mm (1.4 in) from the cut part, make a hole with a diameter of 11 mm (0.43 in) in the new strip at the same location.
Page 125: Examine The Reports In The Mixing And Feeding Robot Software
Go to the page Alarms > Report list. Read the messages of the last few days. If some messages occur more often than should be expected, try to solve the issue or contact your Lely service technician for advise. Examples are messages concerning batteries or a silo.
Page 126: Feed Grabber
Laser light. Risk of getting blind. Do not stare into the beam. Use the Vector stepladder to do this procedure. Preparation Take the Feed Grabber out of operation (see Put the Feed Grabber In Operation on page 5-6). Drive the Feed Grabber to the service location.
Page 127: Clean The Jaws Of The Feed Grabber
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Use a wet cloth to remove fly droppings and dirt from the glass of the laser. Close-up Put the Feed Grabber in operation (see Put the Feed Grabber In Operation on page 5-6). Figure 65.
Page 128 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re If there is a Bridge Crane present: Connect the smartphone to the Bridge Crane. Take the Bridge Crane out of operation (see procedure). Go to the page Manual operation > Driving. Drive the Bridge Crane to the Y position of the feed loading point.
Page 129: General Feed Kitchen
Examine the feed distributed at the feed fence and see if it is well mixed and cut. If necessary examine the knives in the Mixing and Feeding Robot or adjust settings in T4C. Ask Lely FMS for more advise about feeding. Examine the feeding in the T4C reports.
Page 130: Clean The Ipe Profile Of The Bridge Crane
If no AGS settings are set, take the Mixing and Feeding Robot out of operation. Use the Vector stepladder to do this procedure. Take the Feed Kitchen out of Operation (see Put the Feed Kitchen in the Filling Mode with the Console on page 5-3).
Page 131: Clean The Control Boxes
Clean the master and slave control box of the Bridge Crane during the procedure Clean the IPE profile (see Clean the IPE profile of the Bridge Crane on page 6-24) and use the Lely step ladder. Use a wet cloth to clean all control boxes in the green and yellow zone.
Page 132 Try to enter the weight in time. If that does not work, ask your Lely technician to do the following: Examine and if necessary correct the connections.
Page 133: Troubleshooting
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Troubleshooting If there is an alarm, follow the instructions in the paragraph Examine the alarm and Report list . This chapter has a troubleshooting table with some specific problems for the Mixing and Feeding Robot and the for the Feed Grabber.
Page 134 If the alarm is on the Mixing and Feeding Robot, Feed Grabber or Bridge Crane: Start the Lely control app and connect the smartphone to the software of the device. Read the alarm message, if necessary go to chapter Troubleshooting to see what actions should be taken to remove the cause of the alarm.
Page 135: Troubleshooting Table
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Test the additive dispenser (frequency pulse), go to the page Service > FreqCon Pulse > Test FreqCon Pulse Push A window appears with the number of the dispenser. Push the white box that displays the number, set the number and push OK. Push A window appears with the weight.
Page 136 Also fill the kitchen when the Vector system has been out of operation for a while (alarm or maintenance). Storage places are not set to Solution:...
Page 137 Remove bracket is correct. When a MFR hits a wall past the feed which was buildup on top of Ask your Lely Center to check if point where it should have the reset strip. Clean the sensors are positioned correctly...
Page 138 Preventive measure: Cattle Solution: Cows or bulls have pushed the Resume the route. Ask lely Center to optimise bumper. routes to: Minimise driving forwards • toward the feed fence Prevent driving close past •...
Page 139 MFR before the set start up margin The settings Startup delay and Resume feeding task on MFR, Ask your Lely Center to make Startup margin must both be but if no changes are made to adjustments in the settings., if...
Page 140 Preventive measure: No communication between Solution: MFR and Feed Grabber A reliable bluetooth connection Ask you Lely Center to check the If necessary consider relocating between MFR and Feed Grabber reliability and path of the antennas or adding nodes to the is necessary.
Page 141 No power on the charge pole • blink). Ask your Lely center to check if the connectors on the charge pole and/or on the MFR are worn. 3C03 No reset point detected (R <P1> A <P2>)
Page 142 Excessive slip while driving the resume the route. condition/tread of wheels). route action is a possible cause. Ask your Lely Center to adjust Maybe the length of the route wheel diameter when necessary: action has been altered or When the MFR always looks •...
Page 143 Find out which feed type causes Place Feed blocks or bales in the many retries before a good grab this alarm by watching the Lely middle of the kitchen storage is taken, which causes the Control screen of the Feed places.
Page 144 MFR is back in the optional electric bumper feed kitchen. protection on the MFR, for information ask the Lely Center. If possible make the feeding distance between the fence and the MFR a little bit wider. Preventive measure:...
Page 145 Preventive measure: Unexpected reset point Solution: This alarm is triggered when the Manually reverse the MFR to a Ask the Lely Center to make MFR is following a steel strip and position some distance before adjustments. the steel unexpectedly is not...
Page 146 Solution: turning. For example during a route Check if the MFR is free to turn Ask your lely Center to make action to turn until a strip is and turns in the correct position sure the actions preceding this found. If the MFR is unable to on the route.
Page 147 Incorrect settings Preventive measure: Solution: Feed activated by a digital Reset the alarm and resume Ask your Lely center that output can be dispensed using a operation. understands the dispenser to wide variety of dispensers, adjust the settings wisely. When...
Page 148 MFR is not able to open the good connection from both sides door. Manually open and close of the barn door or ask the Lely the door with the button to see Center to position the antenna. if the door functions well.
Page 149: Make Sure The Battery Is Charging Correctly
Solution: Preventive measure: The control of the barn door Reset or restart the control box itself is not working and the Lely of the external supplier and try barn door control box is to open the door afterwards therefore not able to open the with this control.
Page 150: Release A Jammed Mixer
If necessary test the charging on the lely control app: Connect the smartphone (see Connect the Smartphone to Device Software on page 5-15) to the Mixing and Feeding Robot.
Page 151: Release A Jammed Dosing Roll
Key (MFR 2) on page 5-10). Use the Vector stepladder and remove the feed from the mixing bin with a pitchfork. Switch on the Mixing and Feeding Robot with the key (see Switch on the Mixing and Feeding Robot with the Key on page 5-14).
Page 152: Reset The Pcb Of The Mixing And Feeding Robot
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Remove the bolt (1) and open the maintenance door (2) (see figure 53 on page 6-3). Carefully remove all feed remains from the dosing roll and in the opening of the door. Remove all feed remains from the rail in which the door slides.
Page 153 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Do this procedure when the Mixing and Feeding Robot can not drive manually and has to be pushed or pulled out of the way. If possible lift the skirt: Connect the smartphone (see Connect the Smartphone to Device Software on page 5-15) to the Mixing and Feeding Robot.
Page 154: Reset The Feed Grabber
in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Reset the Feed Grabber Take the Feed Kitchen out of Operation (see Put the Feed Kitchen in the Filling Mode with the Console on page 5-3). Wait a few seconds. Put the feed kitchen in operation (see Put the Feed Kitchen in Operation on page 5-1).
Page 155 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Go to the page Testing > Test Grabber. Use the buttons OPEN and CLOSE to open or close the grabber. Open the grabber to a percentage between 120 and 130%. Go to the page Testing >...
Page 156 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Figure 69. Closing belt drums KEY: 1. Closing belt drum in the top - 2. Closing belt drum in the grabber Unroll the closing belt (3) from the drum in the top (1). Guide the closing belt by hand to prevent it from getting stuck.
Page 157 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Install a metal block to lock the position of the grabber: Install a socket wrench (1) (0.5 in) (see figure 70 on page 7-25) (no socket attached) in the square hole on the grabber.
Page 158 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Guide the closing belt (1) (see figure 72 on page 7-26) carefully into its position. Guide the belt over the guide wheel (2) and prevent the belt from twisting or getting stuck. Also guide the closing belt when you roll it on the drum in the grabber during the next step.
Page 159 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Use a socket wrench (24 mm) (1) to turn the crank in its correct position. This can be a quarter of a turn or more than a complete turn. During turning the closing belt drum in the grabber turns 6 times as fast and you must guide the closing belt over the guide wheel when it rolls up.
Page 160 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Position the end link (2) in the groove of the lower pin (3) (see figure 74 on page 7-28). Chain in its correct position Put the end link over the groove of the top pin Figure 74.
Page 161 in n o vato rs in ag ric u ltu re Make sure the grabber is still open for 60 - 65%. Go to the page Testing > Test Lift Motor. Push the button UP to lift the grabber all the way up. Put the Feed Grabber in operation (see procedure).
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Page 163: Disposal
Lubricants and fluids must be disposed correctly to prevent pollution of the environment. Read the safety data sheets of the used lubricants and fluids for correct disposal. All lubricants and fluids must be disposed in compliance with the local rules and regulations. Contact your local authority or local Lely service provider for further details. Disposal...
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Page 165: Declarations Of Conformity
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Page 181: 10 Weee
WEEE directive, require special reuse and recycling processing. For this reason, Lely Industries N.V. has arranged that this product can be recycled at the local recycling/ disposal companies to collect and recycle this product at no cost to you.
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Page 183 Position sensor..........6-3 Recycle .............8-1 Reset after an alarm ........5-18 Safety decals ........... 2-11 Signal lights decal..........2-22 Smartphone requirements .........3-2 T4C and Vector software ......... 4-14 Torque loading .............7 Tower silo lock instructions......2-10 Web page 10.4.1.85 ......... 5-18 Index...
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