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OPERATOR MANUAL
Please read carefully
before using the machine!
Store carefully for future
use!
This Operator Manual should be consi-
dered as part of the machine. Suppliers
of new and second-hand machines are
obliged to indicate in writing that the
Operator Manual has been delivered
with the machine.
Translation of the original
operating manual
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5900854-
-en-0910
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Table of Contents
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Summarization of Contents
Intended Use and EU Conformity
Intended Use Defined
Defines the specific applications for the spreader and its intended use.
Declaration of Conformity
States compliance with EU Machine Directive 2006/42/EU and relevant regulations.
User Instructions
About This Operating Manual
Explains the manual's purpose, structure, and importance for safe operation.
Manual Structure Overview
Outlines the manual's main sections and content areas for user guidance.
Text Description Conventions
Explains how instructions, listings, and cross-references are presented in the manual.
Safety Information
Significance of Warnings
Explains how warnings are structured by danger level and probability of occurrence.
General Safety Instructions
Covers general safe operation, maintenance, and operator responsibilities.
Operational Safety and Specific Precautions
Details safe operating practices, lifting, parking, filling, hydraulics, and traffic safety.
Machine Safety Features
Covers safety equipment, protective devices, and warning stickers on the machine.
Machine Data
Manufacturer and Contact Information
Provides contact details for the manufacturer and technical service centre.
Spreader Versions and Specifications
Lists available spreader versions, basic specs, and extension specifications.
Transporting the Spreader
General Safety Instructions for Transport
Outlines safety guidelines for transporting the spreader without a tractor.
Loading, Unloading, and Parking
Provides instructions for safely loading, unloading, and parking the spreader.
Commissioning the Spreader
Delivery Acceptance and Tractor Requirements
Covers checking delivery, standard equipment, and essential tractor specifications.
Hitching and PTO Shaft Fitting
Details safe procedures for hitching the spreader and fitting the PTO shaft.
Electrical and Hydraulic Connections
Explains connecting electric actuators and hydraulic drives, including safety notes.
Hopper Filling and Spreader Parking
Provides instructions for filling the hopper and safely parking/unhitching the spreader.
Machine Adjustments
Adjustment Overview and Speed Settings
Introduces adjustment elements and covers setting spreading disc/agitator speed.
Application Rate and Drop Point Adjustment
Details adjusting the application rate and the drop point for optimal spreading.
Spreading Pattern and Width Adjustments
Covers adjusting spreading width, pattern, and vanes for desired distribution.
Fertiliser Charts and Calibration
Guides on using fertiliser charts and performing calibration tests for accurate settings.
Spreading Operations
General Information and Agitator Types
Discusses factors affecting spreading and lists available agitator types.
Spreading Process and Material Guidelines
Outlines the spreading sequence and provides specific instructions for grit, sand, salt, and fertiliser.
Discharging Residual Material
Explains the procedure for safely emptying the hopper after use.
Service and Maintenance
Safety and General Checks
Highlights safety during maintenance and checks for wear-prone parts and joints.
Cleaning and Metering Slider Adjustment
Details cleaning procedures and how to adjust the metering slider.
Agitator and Vane Maintenance
Covers checking agitators for wear and replacing spreading vanes.
Gear Oil and Lubrication
Specifies gear oil requirements and provides a lubrication chart.
Available Accessories
Remote Controls and Hopper Options
Electric/hydraulic remote controls and hopper extensions/tarpaulins.
Agitators, Aprons, and Adapters
Various agitator types, spreader aprons, and mounting adapters.
Lighting and Drive Shaft Options
Additional lighting and universal drive shafts with safety features.
Axle Load Calculation
Calculation of Total Weight and Ballast
Explains how to calculate total weight, axle loads, and ballast requirements.
Axle Loads Table
Provides a table to record and compare calculated vs. approved axle loads.
Disposal Procedures
Safety and Environmental Concerns
Warns about environmental pollution from improper disposal of oils and materials.
Disposal Procedures
Outlines procedures for removing and disposing of components and substances.
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