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01.2013
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V 1.04
1001
From VN208
VN70051139-2

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  • Page 1 RO - EDW - ISO User Manual Item 08-2012 Print date 01.2013 Language From software version V 1.04 From machine number 1001 Serial number From VN208 VN70051139-2 Reference number...
  • Page 2 Machine identification In order to provide you with good service various details about your machine may sometimes be required. Please complete these details here in order to have them at hand when they are requested. Type of machine RO - EDW - ISO Serial number Options Address...
  • Page 3 Table of contents Table of contents Preface ............Use in the field ........... 141 Target group of this manual Adjusting the machine Meaning of symbols Set tramlines Spreading Safety ............Border spreading For your safety Stopping work Other guidelines Failure and stoppage Warning stickers Safety requirements Storing the machine ........
  • Page 4 Preface Preface Target group of this This manual is intended for agrarians and others trained in working in the field of agriculture, people that are competent to operate these ma- manual chine, as required by national legislation, and who have knowledge of assembly activities.
  • Page 5 Preface Meaning of symbols Various symbols are used to provide a clear understanding of the text.. These are explained below • A dot is placed before lists.  A triangle marks tasks you have to perform. → An arrow refers to a different place in the text. In addition, we use pictograms to help you to easily find certain text sections.
  • Page 6 Safety Safety For your safety In this chapter you will find general safety instructions. In every next chapter you will find more specific safety instructions not described here. Do not risk injury or death by ignoring good safety instructions. Many risks can happen when working with agricultural machines. Avoid accidents! Do not take risks! Be alert! Think safety! Work in safety! Disregard of the 'Safety instructions', inadequate maintenance, use of...
  • Page 7 Safety Warning stickers Various warning stickers have been affixed to the machine for safety reasons. Do not remove them! Always follow the instructions supplied and be alert to possible dangers. Always keep the safety stickers and symbols clean and clearly legible. Replace safety decals that are missing, damaged or have become il- legible.
  • Page 8 Safety Explanation for warning stickers Stop the engine and remove the keys from the ignition Switch the engine off as soon as you leave the tractor. Remove the key from the ignition to prevent the tractor from being started uninten- tionally while you are in the danger zone.
  • Page 9 Safety Never go underneath an elevated, unsecured machine The machine or parts of the machine could accidentally fall due to waning pressure, for instance. Always place the machine on proper supports if you have to work under the machine! Only lift the machine at the lifting points If a machine is being elevated, only attach it to the indicated lifting points.
  • Page 10 Safety Safety requirements This part contains all the requirements, everything that is not permitted and requirements for each form of usage, maintenance and reparation of the machine. The chapters in the manual contain additional safety measures. Knowledge of the safety regulations forms the basis for safety and proper usage of the machine.
  • Page 11 Safety Authorisation Only to be used by an authorised person The machine may be used by authorised people only. A person is au- thorised if he/she: • received training as required by the national authorities, • has taken responsibility as described in →...
  • Page 12 Safety Workplace To be used and operated by 1 person The machine may only be operated by one person, from the tractor. Operating the machine from the tractor will keep you out of harm's way. Other people should not be in the direct vicinity of the machine and the tractor.
  • Page 13 Safety Put a fire extinguisher in place Carry a fire extinguisher at all times, especially when operating in dry crop materials. This should be a multi-purpose ABC rated extinguisher with a 5 kg capacity, approved by the appropriate authority. Mount this on the tractor and/or on the machine.
  • Page 14 Safety Calculate the axle load with The following is of importance with the loading machine to ensure safe tractor-mounted machines operation: • the maximum load of the machine, • the maximum axle load of the tractor, • weight distribution over the axles, •...
  • Page 15 Safety Required details The following details are necessary in order to calculate the minimum requirements and actual axle load, as well as the actual and maximum total weight. The details of the tractor should be given in the tractor manual. The details of the tyres should be supplied by the manufac- turer.
  • Page 16 Safety Calculations The calculations can be made with the values given in the above-men- tioned chart. Actual total weight The actual total weight must not exceed the permitted total weight. The actual total weight (in kg) is calculated as follows: Actual total weight (kg) = A + D + E Actual front axle load The actual front axle load must not exceed the permitted maximum...
  • Page 17 Safety Ballast required in the rear The minimum load on the rear axle must be 45% of the basic weight of the tractor. With a machine mounted in the front power lift the mini- mum required ballast (in kg) in the power lift behind the tractor is cal- culated as follows: ( D x f ) - ( C x g ) + (0.45 x A x g ) Rear ballast required (kg) =...
  • Page 18 Safety Machine Check the condition of the machine before use Check the following before using the machine: • is the machine in a proper, functioning condition? • are all lights, safety and warning provisions correctly mounted and in good working condition? •...
  • Page 19 Safety Coupling shaft Use the correct coupling shaft Only use coupling shafts complying with the manufacturer’s specifica- tion for that specific use! In order to ensure protection of both man and machine exercise extreme caution when working at a coupling shaft other then described in this manual and/or on the instruction at the coupling shaft.
  • Page 20 Safety Hydraulic system Hydraulic oil is under high pressure Never try to stop a leak with your fingers. Never try to locate a hydrau- lic leak or try to contain it by hand! When inspecting always use appro- priate aid (e.g. a piece of wood or sheet metal) and wear safety goggles, safety gloves and gloves! High pressure fluid easily pene- trates skin and clothes, causing severe injuries.
  • Page 21 Safety Only use after training The machine may not be operated before the user has been properly instructed by the dealer or an authorised representative of the manu- facturer. Ensure that you are familiar with all systems and control machines and their functions prior to working with them! It will be too late for that once you are working! Careless usage could lead to injury and damage to the machine.
  • Page 22 Safety Transport Check the decoupling ropes of the quick coupling The decoupling ropes must never be tense and must provide sufficient freedom for movement, even with the power lift in the lowest position as it could otherwise accidentally disconnect the quick coupling. Drive carefully Moving behaviour, manoeuvrability and braking performance are influ- enced by a trailed machine.
  • Page 23 Safety PTO shaft rotates after disengaging After switching off the PTO shaft, the machine will continue running because of inertia. Keep a safe distance to the machine until the mov- ing parts have come to a complete stop. Approaching the machine while it is rotating can cause serious or deadly injuries.
  • Page 24 Safety Do not change the machine Do not modify the machine in any way. Unauthorised modifications may impair the function and/or safety and affect the life of the ma- chine. Avoid contact with materials You should only come into contact with the materials when cleaning the machine.
  • Page 25 Getting familiar with the machine Getting familiar with the machine Applications of the This PTO shaft driven machine is suited for spreading granular ferti- liser on the field and grazing land. machine It is attached • to the three-point power lift of the tractor (Cat. II), or •...
  • Page 26 Getting familiar with the machine Application rate The machine is equipped with two actuators at the back, which service a dosing plate each, in order to provide adjustment of dosing quanti- ties. This actuator can open the dosing plate in every required posi- Actuator Dosing plate tion.
  • Page 27 Getting familiar with the machine Transverse distribution The spreading pattern is determined by the transverse distribution. The transverse distribution is set by means of the adjustable dis- charge point. A handle is mounted on the left and right hand sides of the spreader in order to adjust the discharge point.
  • Page 28 Getting familiar with the machine Spreading pattern Optimum distribution of the fertiliser with minimum impact on the envi- ronment can be achieved through the settings and tools described. Full field spreading pat- The full field spreading pattern overlaps 100% tern A triangular spreading pattern that completely overlaps can be ex- pected with most fertiliser types with an average working width.
  • Page 29 Getting familiar with the machine One-sided boundary You can drive along the field edge with a half spreading pattern filled spreading with border to 100% with the border spreading plate and one closed dosing unit. You have to optimise the spreading pattern and thereby overcome en- spreading plate vironmental pollution when adjusting the border spreading plate.
  • Page 30 Getting familiar with the machine Boundary track spread- It is possible to spread right up to the border (boundary track spread- ing with Exact Line ing) from the first sprayer tramline with Trimflow. Selecting the pattern for border spreading It is not possible to completely cover the field border at the application rate and not have anything go beyond the border.
  • Page 31 Getting familiar with the machine The ISO control sys- The ISO control system uses the ISOBUS communication protocol, which makes it suitable for tractors that are also equipped with an ISO- BUS communication system. For tractors that still do not have an ISO- BUS connection, your dealer can supply an ECU box to which you can connect all ISOBUS machines.
  • Page 32 Getting familiar with the machine The computer calculates the required fertiliser flowrate with the follow- ing formula: Working width (m) x Driving speed (km/h) x Application rate (kg/ha) flowrate required = (kg/min) With the data from the spreading chart book and the automatic cali- flowrate (kg/min) bration tests that the spreader carries out every 75 kg or every minute, the computer determines what dosing setting corresponds with what...
  • Page 33 Getting familiar with the machine The control box The working method and work performance of the Tellus control box are described in this user's manual. Alternatively, the Focus II control box and the IsoMatch (accessory) are also available. The display of screens and key functions could differ slightly in a tractor with an ISO- BUS communication system through an independent terminal.
  • Page 34 Getting familiar with the machine Focus II control box Keys with variable functions Control box Keys with fixed functions Keys with variable functions Control box Keys with fixed func- tions The keys on the bottom part of the control box have the following, fixed functions: With this key you switch the control box on and off.
  • Page 35 Getting familiar with the machine With these keys, you select the desired item on the screen. That can be an input screen or a button with which you carry out an action. With these keys, you can raise or lower the values in a selected input field.
  • Page 36 Getting familiar with the machine Menu structure The operating system (the software) of the control system has 3 lev- els: • Main menu with spreader functions that you need during spread- ing, • Settings and service menu with basic settings and functions that you need before or after spreading, •...
  • Page 37 Getting familiar with the machine IsoMatch universal ISOBUS terminal Many functions and programmes on one control box The divided colour screen has a flexible division to: • Operate 2 programmes or functions simultaneously on screen, e.g. the main screen of your machine and a separate operating pro- gram.
  • Page 38 Getting familiar with the machine • Extra functions: • Calculator • Internet browser • Camera screen (Camera is optional) • Status bar for time, GPS signal strength and driving direction • Save and read: • Documents • Tractor particulars • Field particulars •...
  • Page 39 Getting familiar with the machine Conversion to ISO tractor with IsoMatch power cable set IsoMatch power cable set Adapting non-ISO tractors with IsoMatch power cable set If the tractor does not have an ISOBUS communication, it can be added with the IsoMatch power cable set. Hereafter, your tractor is entirely ISOBUS ready, and you can connect and operate the machine with the IsoMatch control box.
  • Page 40 Getting familiar with the machine Menu structure...
  • Page 41 Getting familiar with the machine...
  • Page 42 Getting familiar with the machine Technical specifications Exacta - TL - ISO 1500 2150 2800 3450 1875 2550 3225 3900 General Content of the hopper (l) 1500 2150 2800 3450 1875 2250 3225 3900 Filling level (cm) Filling width (cm) Hopper's width (cm) Weight (kg) Maximum load capacity (kg)
  • Page 43 Getting familiar with the machine Sound level Closed cabin Rear window opened Tractor at 540 rpm (dB) 71.9 76.2 Tractor + operating, empty spreader (dB) 71.9 82.3 Tractor + spreading spreader (Kali 60) (dB) 73.8 84.6 Tractor + spreading spreader (Kali 60) + 73.0 87.2 Trimflow (dB)
  • Page 44 Before first use Before first use Inspection of the sup- The machine would generally be assembled and delivered ready-for- use by the dealer. The dealer is also responsible for providing instruc- plied machine tions for use and maintenance. He/she must also ensure that the re- quired documents are provided, such as: •...
  • Page 45 Before first use Tighten all bolts and nuts Check that all the nuts and bolts are well set. Check this again after one hour of use • after delivery and • after maintenance or repairs have been carried out. Never check holes to be lined up by inserting your fingers Use a pin.
  • Page 46 Before first use Control box If you use the IsoMatch, Tellus, Focus II or another loose-standing control box to operate the spreader, you must first assemble the sup- port. The fixing materials and the assembly instructions are delivered with the control box. Additionally, you will find brief assembly instructions below.
  • Page 47 Before first use IsoMatch, Focus II or Tellus If you use the IsoMatch, Tellus or Focus II control box in a tractor terminal on an ISO tractor equipped with the ISOBUS communication system, you can connect it with the supplied 7-pin CAN cable to a standard tractor CAN connec- tion.
  • Page 48 Before first use IsoMatch terminal on a NON- If you use the IsoMatch control box with a tractor that is not equipped ISO tractor with the ISOBUS communication system, an extra cable set is needed. This cable set is included in the order or can be supplied via your dealer.
  • Page 49 Before first use Driving speed signal To function well, the spreader needs a driving speed signal. In tractors equipped with the ISOBUS communication system, the tractor takes care of the signal. Tractors equipped with a tractor ECU can receive the signal from the tractor electronic unit, tractor radar or wheel sen- sor.
  • Page 50 Before first use Assembly of the wheel sensor Select a part that stands out sufficiently high, minimum 12 mm. Behind this point there must be a space where the speed sensor would not pick up any metal for it to transmit a pulse. Sensor clamp Wheel sensor ...
  • Page 51 Before first use Wheel ring A greater number of pulses per wheel rotation provides a more accu- rate speed measurement. 250 pulses per 100 metres is the minimum Wheel ring required value. If you do not attain the desired number of pulses with the wheel sensor against a part of the tractor, two types of wheel rings can be supplied: •...
  • Page 52 Before first use Setting the wheel sensor The wheel sensor must never touch the cams of the wheel rings!  Set the space between the wheel sensor and the cams to 3,5 mm Clamp Clearance of 3,5-4,5 mm for the wheel ring with a diameter of 420 mm and 4,5 mm for the wheel ring with a diameter of 350 mm by shifting the wheel sensor in the clamp.
  • Page 53 Before first use Hopper extensions A hopper extension increases the load capacity of the spreading hop- per. All edges consist of: A long side • 2 long sides, • 2 short sides, • 4 corner parts, • 4 caps, • fixing material.
  • Page 54 Before first use Hopper cover The hopper cover must be mounted on top of the hopper or hopper ex- tension to protect the content against weather or spray. Rotation gear → Also see the spare parts manual for the correct assembly. ...
  • Page 55 Before first use Parking wheels Only park with an empty hopper Only park the machine on the parking wheels if the hopper is empty! Parking with a filled hopper results in reduced stability. Moreover, the wheels are not designed for heavy loads. Damages to the machine and physical injury can be caused.
  • Page 56 Before first use Coupling shaft connection The working width of the machine is mostly determined by the RPM of point the spreading disc. The speed of the spreading disc depends on the speed of the PTO shaft and the chosen connection from the coupling shaft.
  • Page 57 Before first use Trimflow The Trimflow is used for border spreading from the sprayer tramline. → Also see the spare parts manual for the correct assembly. Large container Small container  Use a spirit level to position the machine horizontally on the ground or on proper supports.
  • Page 58 Before first use Small container Fork Mount the hydraulic control:  Attach the cylinder fork to the Trimflow top plate hinge point.  Lead the hydraulic hose to connecting point in such a way that it cannot contact any moving parts. Connect the position sensor in the electronic box on the spreader: →...
  • Page 59 Before first use Check the operation of the position sensor in working position:  Set the plate right across the sensor.  Start the tractor and engage the control box.  Check if you set the position of the Trimflow as illustrated, see →...
  • Page 60 Before first use Calibration container The calibration container is used to control the dosing setting of the machine. driving rod The calibration container must be mounted on the left spreading disc for the calibration test.  Remove the vanes.  Turn the nuts on the bolts on which the gearbox is mounted to the turning rod back 5 mm.
  • Page 61 Before first use Tractor provisions Working with the machine requires a tractor that at least meets the fol- lowing requirements: • sufficient carrying and lifting capacity and engine power, → see paragraph »Technical specifications« on page 42, • correct type of properly adjustable power lift, •...
  • Page 62 Before first use Mounting the cou- The coupling shaft provided is too long for most types of tractors The coupling shaft must be cut to the correct length before connecting pling shaft it to the tractor. A coupling shaft that is too long could lead to serious damage to the machine and the tractor.
  • Page 63 Before first use Shortening the coupling The profiled tubes must overlap as far as possible, with a minimum of shaft 150 mm. The profiled tubes must however have at least 25 mm free clearance at the outer edges when the tractor PTO shaft and the machine drive axle are level.
  • Page 64 Before first use Setting the safety clutch There is a safety clutch on the machine side of the coupling shaft. This safety clutch protects the machine against overloading.  First check the setting of the pressure springs in the safety clutch. The spring length must be 26 mm.
  • Page 65 System settings System settings For a correct control system operation, it is necessary to set and cali- bre the spreader before first use or after an alteration to the machine, for example after fitting extra accessories. Moreover, you can enter a number of system settings to increase your ease of use.
  • Page 66 System settings Hopper alarm This setting enables you to let an alarm signal appear on the main screen as soon as the hopper content goes below a preset level. Hopper alarm Alarm level  Press the key switch in the main screen to go to the ‘Curve Calibra- tion’...
  • Page 67 System settings Trimflow position If the spreader is equipped with an Trimflow, the position, working po- sition or transport position can be displayed on the main screen. The position is poorly visible from the tractor. By means of the display on the main screen, you should make fewer spreading errors caused by incorrect Trimflow positioning.
  • Page 68 System settings Deviation of the refer- During calibration of the reference sensor, the outgoing signal is set at ence sensor '0'. As a result of changing circumstances, for example temperature differences, or in the event of wear and tear, the reference sensor can produce a deviating signal after some time.
  • Page 69 System settings Supply voltage alarm For good control system functioning, the voltage on the feeder cable must be at least 10.5 volts. Switching on the alarm causes a warning to appear on the screen if the supply voltage is lower than a value that you have preset.
  • Page 70 System settings Over and under dosing During spreading, you can manually (one-sided) over- or under dose unit on the main screen. By pressing 1 time on the plus key or minus key beside the screen, you can adjust the application rate by a percentage of the application rate or a preset number of kilograms.
  • Page 71 System settings Settings behind pin code  Press the scroll key to go to the next 'Settings' screen. The PIN Input screen of pin code screen appears. The remaining screens are present behind the pin code. From the main screen: ...
  • Page 72 System settings Setting calibration limit on or off  Press the arrow key until you reach the limit application field.  Press the plus or minus key to switch the limit application on or off. Limit On/Off Limit  Press the OK key to confirm the adjusted setting. Setting the calibration limit If you switch the limit on, you can then enter in the input field the flow- rate value under which automatic calibration is switched off.
  • Page 73 System settings Gored spreading is not/is Spreading subsequently in case of field boundaries which are possible not right-angled Sometimes you cannot spread across the full working width during passes. A spreader with the option of adjusting the working width au- tomatically via a GPS can perform gored spreading.
  • Page 74 System settings Set ISOBUS communica- tion The spreader can be driven by an external signal, which could for in- stance be transmitted by a GPS receiver, nitrogen sensor or memory card. To assign a controlling function to the external signal, it must be received in the 'Task Controller' screen.
  • Page 75 System settings Using the Spreader control First 10 hours of use free software If the spreader is capable of • being driven by an external acceptance rate Counter for time of Spreader control • or is equipped as a 'Geospread' machine use of free software On/Off this can be used for 10 hours free of cost.
  • Page 76 System settings Setting machine data The position of the signal receiver and the place where the machine works effectively are mostly different. To allow the machine to operate correctly in the right place, you must run the following settings:  Go from one of the settings screens to the ISOBUS communication menu.
  • Page 77 System settings Drawn machine • Drawn machine Selector for drawn machine In this screen, you can run the following settings: • Offset connecting point with respect to the tractor track (A) • Distance from signal receiver to hard wheel axle (C) •...
  • Page 78 System settings Spreader calibration It is very important that the weighcells and actuators be calibrated cor- rectly for the spreader to function properly. Your spreader is supplied calibrated. The actuators need only be recalibrated if one or both of them are replaced. Incorrect calibration will result in a deviating application rate and con- sequent damage to the crop.
  • Page 79  Press the plus or minus key to change the displayed values to the real values as shown in the table below. The values in the table include the filters and the hopper extensions corresponding to the mentioned operation. Model without hopper with hopper cover RO-EDW-ISO cover 1500 1875 2150 2550 2800...
  • Page 80 System settings On the second screen, below the left hopper half, you will see the ex- isting weighcell signal for the current hopper weight. Below the right hopper half, you will see the signal value contained in the control sys- tem memory.
  • Page 81 System settings System alarms If a system alarm appears on the control box screen, you must stop immediately. The spreader cannot perform the requested function ad- equately because the power supply is insufficient or the actuators are not responding correctly. Fix the failure before working any further. The supply voltage of the control system has gone below the set alarm level.
  • Page 82 System settings Service information The control system can provide all kinds of information on the machine as well as store it in some cases. This information will be used by the dealer when checking the machine or by service engineers in case of problems and failures.
  • Page 83 System settings Diagnosis menu You will find the lens key in every settings and service menu screen. By pressing this key, you will reach the diagnosis menu. In the diag- nosis menu, you will find information on the control system, software, current measurement data, etc.
  • Page 84 System settings Logbook The screen indicating important events is displayed by pressing the logbook key on the screen in which the software version is displayed. The control system registers when and how often important events took place. An alarm is also displayed in most instances. The history can be very useful in solving failures.
  • Page 85 Connecting to the tractor Neutralise the controls Connecting to the tractor Control devices, e.g. ropes, hoses, etc. for remote actuation of de- vices such as cylinders, shall be guided and positioned in a way they never inadvertently release nor block desired movements/actuations! Unintentional movements can lead to serious injury Connecting and disconnecting safely There are risks of injury involved in connecting and disconnecting the...
  • Page 86 Connecting to the tractor Check the coupling shaft Check the following points before the PTO shaft is attached. Has the coupling shaft: • no damage, including the protection sleeves? • are there sufficient lubricants as prescribed? • is the prescribed overlap of the coupling shaft halves and protec- tion sleeves, both in transport and in operating position? •...
  • Page 87 Connecting to the tractor Connecting the ma- The space between the spreader and the tractor is limited as far as possible in order to keep the centre of gravity as closely to the tractor chine as possible. This promotes stability and the road behaviour of the trac- tor.
  • Page 88 Connecting to the tractor Coupling the cou- The coupling shaft provided is too long for most types of tractors pling shaft The coupling shaft must be cut to the correct length before connecting it to the tractor. A coupling shaft that is too long could lead to serious damage to the machine and the tractor.
  • Page 89 Connecting to the tractor Connecting hydraulic If the machine is equipped with Trimflow (accessory) the hydraulic hoses hose must be connected for operation.  Check the hydraulic quick coupling on the tractor for dirt. Clean if necessary.  Remove the hose from the hose coupling support and check the quick coupling for dirt.
  • Page 90 Connecting to the tractor Connecting the Check the decoupling ropes of the quick coupling power lift The decoupling ropes must never be tense and must provide sufficient freedom for movement, even with the power lift in the lowest position as it could otherwise accidentally disconnect the quick coupling. Accidental disconnection could cause damage to the machine and may lead to personal injury.
  • Page 91 Connecting to the tractor Checking and setting the Always check the machine after connection and set it horizontally if re- machine quired.  Lift the spreader until it is lifted from the ground or ramp.  Switch the tractor off, remove the key from the ignition and engage the parking brake of the tractor.
  • Page 92 To be done before spreading To be done before spreading Find the correct Avoid contact with the fertiliser and other material You will most likely get into contact with the fertiliser and other material settings for the you may wish to spread while filling, adjusting and testing the spreader and set spreader.
  • Page 93 To be done before spreading Determine the type of fertiliser based on the shape and surface: TYPE Operation pattern Surface Granular rough roughly round, sometimes slight- rough ly angular, no sharp corners or edges smooth roughly round, not angular, no relatively smooth sharp corners or edges mineral...
  • Page 94 To be done before spreading Determining distribution The distribution is the ratio of granules with different diameters. A dis- tribution meter comes with every spreader. This meter has 4 sections, with seven parts. The seven have different mesh width that divide the fertiliser granules, based on their diameters.
  • Page 95 To be done before spreading Determining similar The density is the weight (kg) of 1 litre of fertiliser and it is expressed weight as kg/litre or ton/m3. The following material is required to determine the density: • a measuring cup of minimum 1 litre with a correct scale division, •...
  • Page 96  The various marks are given at the top of the page. Select Vicon.  The Vicon page is on the left of the Vicon menu. Click on the Spreading Charts link.  The Links & Attachments menu is given on the right of this page.
  • Page 97 To be done before spreading Setting the Avoid contact with the fertiliser and other material You will most likely get into contact with the fertiliser and other material spreader you may wish to spread while filling, adjusting and testing the spreader.
  • Page 98 To be done before spreading  Enter the selected application rate or connect the reception of the external signal, → see paragraph »Constant application rate« on page 105, → paragraph »Variable, externally driven application rate« on page 119.  Set the correct rpm for the PTO shaft, →...
  • Page 99 To be done before spreading The spreading chart from the example looks as follows: 00-20-78-02 1,07 Granular NPK 17-17-17 Kemira 18 mtr NPK 17-17-17 Product Manufacturer Kemira Granule size 00-20-78-02 Density 1,07 kg/ltr Shape Granular Field settings Border spreading Spreader inclination 0°...
  • Page 100 To be done before spreading Working width The working width must be selected to set the spreader. This could for instance be the distance between the sprayer tramlines. Turn to the page in the spreading chart book that contains details about the selected working width for the fertiliser type with the most comparable features.
  • Page 101 To be done before spreading Fast/hare connection point  Switch the tractor off, remove the key from the ignition and engage the parking brake of the tractor.  Detach the coupling shaft from the machine.  Attach the coupling shaft to the correct attachment point. Slow/tortoise connection point The working width (X) is also a measure for the distance the spreader NDICATION...
  • Page 102 To be done before spreading Discharge point It is necessary to correctly set the discharge point in order to obtain a good spreading pattern and the correct working width. The point at which the granules or seeds come onto the spreading disc can be changed by setting the discharge point.
  • Page 103 To be done before spreading Inclination You will find recommendations for the angle of your spreader behind the Angle spreader point under the Settings point. The spreader is normally in the horizontal position. It may be necessary to adjust the spreader's angle with large working widths or with top dressing.
  • Page 104 To be done before spreading Spreading disc rpm PTO speed at slow/ PTO speed at fast/ tortoise coupling hare coupling shaft shaft connection connection point point (rpm) (rpm) (rpm) 1000 1050 1100 1150...
  • Page 105 To be done before spreading Application rate The control system can drive the spreader in three different ways: • distribution that resembles the settings for the preset application rate must be determined under changing circumstances through automatic calibration and driving speed correction, →...
  • Page 106 To be done before spreading Selected application Working width rate  Switch the control box on.  Press the arrow key until the input field for the working width is dis- played.  Press the plus or minus keys to enter the selected working width. ...
  • Page 107 To be done before spreading Adjust or switch off auto- matic calibration Working on smaller parcels With low application rates and small parcel size, the time interval be- tween automatic calibration needs to be reduced. → See »Adapting auto-calibration to field size« on page 72. Working with very low application rate If very low application rates are to be distributed, e.g.
  • Page 108 To be done before spreading Fine application All three dosing openings normally open uniformly with the selected application rate and the corresponding flowrate that you set. With a Dosing openings low application rate and/or a low driving speed the dosing openings are only opened a slight bit so that very little fertiliser would stream through the dosing openings of the spreader.
  • Page 109 To be done before spreading The flowrate through the dosing opening should open three times as much to maintain the same application rate. A flowrate 3 times the se- lected flowrate for the dosing setting must be entered in the ‘Curve Calibration’...
  • Page 110 To be done before spreading  The following will be achieved with the fertiliser and spreading chart from the example (see the next page): Dosing setting flowrate The advised dosing setting with a working width of 18 metres and a driving speed of 8 km/h, but with an application rate of 130 kg/ha, is 24+3 (= 27).
  • Page 111 To be done before spreading 00-20-78-02 1,07 Granular NPK 17-17-17 Kemira 18 mtr NPK 17-17-17 Product Manufacturer Kemira Granule size 00-20-78-02 Density 1,07 kg/ltr Shape Granular Field settings Border spreading Spreader inclination 0° Yield PTO revolutions PTO revolutions Disc revolutions Disc revolutions °...
  • Page 112 To be done before spreading Manually set application If you rate • spread less than 25 kg/ha, • types to be spread with the hopper hardy filled (e.g. slug pellets or seeds), • spreading on very uneven fields (e.g. frozen soil), the control system cannot perform an automatic calibration test.
  • Page 113 To be done before spreading Dosing setting The dosing setting to be set can be: • Read from the relevant spreading chart if a lower application rate is to be used whereby the fine application kit is used and Fine ap- Field settings plication kit is indicated under the heading in the spreading chart: Spreader inclination...
  • Page 114 To be done before spreading  Suppose you would want to spread slug pellets with the characteris- tics given in the spreading chart below: With a working width of 18 metres, a driving speed of 8 km/h and a se- lected application rate of 10 kg/ha.
  • Page 115 To be done before spreading  Suppose you would want to spread NPK 17-17-17 from the example with the features as given in the spreading chart on this page: With a working width of 18 metres, a driving speed of 8 km/h and a se- lected application rate of 25 kg/ha.
  • Page 116 To be done before spreading Manual calibration test PTO shaft rotates after disengaging After switching off the PTO shaft, danger could arise as the machine will continue running because of inertia. Keep a safe distance to the machine until the moving parts have come to a complete stop. Ap- proaching the machine while it is rotating can cause serious or deadly Connector injuries.
  • Page 117 To be done before spreading The calibration test can now start.  Start the tractor again.  Switch the control box on.  Switch the automatic calibration off by pressing the manual/auto key in the main screen. A hand will begin to flash in the screen on the right below the spreader.
  • Page 118 To be done before spreading The value of the flowrate could differ slightly from the selected flow- rate. If this is the case the control system will calculate the correct dos- ing setting. A new dosing setting must be estimated and the calibration test performed anew only if there are great differences.
  • Page 119 To be done before spreading Variable, externally The control system provides the options to distribute the same appli- driven application rate cation rate all over the site and the option to spread a variable, exter- nally driven application rate. This provides the option to spread as per requirements, e.g.
  • Page 120 To be done before spreading Driving through an external signal must then be accepted in the ‘Curve Selected application rate Calibration’ screen. → See paragraph »Set ISOBUS communication« on page 74. The drive for the external system is switched on or off with this screen, as required.
  • Page 121 To be done before spreading Filling Avoid contact with the fertiliser and other material You could come into contact with materials when filling the machine. Always wear protective clothing, such as safety gloves, shoes and goggles. Read and adhere to the additional safety instructions and the of the material producer.
  • Page 122 To be done before spreading Most types of fertiliser attract water and can thereby form large NDICATION chunks. These chunks can block the spreader or distort the spreading pattern. • When working under moist conditions, use a hopper cover that closes well.
  • Page 123 To be done before spreading → See also »Technical specifications« on page 42. The machine has not been constructed to carry the additional weight. Keep the axle load, load capacity of the wheels and the total weight of the tractor in mind, as well as the minimum axle load of the tractor. →...
  • Page 124 To be done before spreading Spreading pattern Avoid contact with the fertiliser and other material You will most likely get into contact with the fertiliser and other material checks (tray test) you may wish to spread while filling, adjusting and testing the spreader.
  • Page 125 To be done before spreading A tray test checks the distribution of the fertiliser as the spreader dis- tributes it. The results of this test will indicate if you can improve the settings of the spreader, thereby improving the distribution of fertiliser and limiting loss.
  • Page 126 To be done before spreading Material required • measuring tape or ruler, • spirit level to set the troughs horizontal, • 7 troughs, • 7 graduated tubes, • 1 funnel, • notebook, pen and calculator, • this manual. General instructions ...
  • Page 127 To be done before spreading  Fit the coupling shaft to the correct attachment point of the central gearbox as indicated in the associated spreading chart. → See paragraph »Coupling shaft connection point« on page 100.  Check the height of the spreader (height of the spreading disc = 75 cm above the troughs).
  • Page 128 To be done before spreading  Switch the left spreading disc off by pressing the close key in the main screen. The left dosing unit remains closed while spreading.  Switch the automatic calibration off by pressing the manual/auto key in the main screen. A hand will begin to flash in the screen on the right below the spreader.
  • Page 129 To be done before spreading Full field spreading pat- If the spreader is correctly set and the tramlines are set at the correct tern test distance from each other you would achieve a good distribution of fer- tiliser over the land. This will only be achieved if the spreader spreads with the correct spreading pattern.
  • Page 130 To be done before spreading  Start the tractor again. Selected application Working width rate  Close all the doors and windows in the cabin.  Switch the control box on.  Press the arrow key until the input field for the selected application rate is displayed.
  • Page 131 To be done before spreading Review and adaptation The content of the separate tubes can differ 15% at most from the av- erage. If the correction seems to be 2 characters too strong after repeating NDICATION the test, set the discharge point back by one character. Good spreading pattern, the spreader has been adjusted well.
  • Page 132 To be done before spreading Testing the spreading pat- When using the border spreading plate the aim is to obtain maximum tern of the border spread- distribution to the border with minimum loss in the ditch. This is then why the border spreading plate has to be tested. Do not ing plate perform this test next to the ditch, rather mark a line behind which the fictive ditch will be.
  • Page 133 To be done before spreading  Start the tractor again. Selected application Working width rate  Close all the doors and windows in the cabin.  Switch the control box on.  Press the arrow key until the input field for the selected application rate is displayed.
  • Page 134 To be done before spreading Review and adaptation Ditch side The maximum acceptable loss in the ditch is determined by environ- ment standards (EN 13739-1). In order to comply with the standards the quantity of fertiliser in the 1st trough, standing in the imaginative ditch, must be a maximum of 10% of the quantity collected in the trough in the middle of the track (= 100%).
  • Page 135 To be done before spreading Testing the full field Reducing the PTO shaft rpm and closing the right spreading disc also spreading pattern with have an influence on the spreading pattern on the left side of the spreader. The full field spreading pattern should therefore be tested the border spreading when using the border spreading plate.
  • Page 136 To be done before spreading Adaptation If the difference is more than 25%:  Increase the spreading disc rpm by 50 rpm.  Perform the full field spreading pattern test with the adjustments for border spreading again until the deviation is less than 25%. ...
  • Page 137 To be done before spreading  Place 1 trough on the land next to the fictive border ditch and 1 trough next to each other in the fictive ditch. : Position the troughs horizontally with a spirit level! NDICATION  Place 1 trough in the middle of the tractor tracks. The driving track must be half a working width from the fictive ditch.
  • Page 138 To be done before spreading Ditch side Review and adaptation The maximum acceptable loss in the ditch is determined by environ- ment standards (EN 13739-1). In order to comply with the standards the quantity of fertiliser in the 1st trough, standing in the imaginative ditch, must be a maximum of 10% of the quantity collected in the trough in the middle of the track (= 100%).
  • Page 139 Driving on the road Driving on the road Before taking the Observe the permissible and safe height with regard to • road prescribed maximum height for vehicles in the road traffic regula- tions; • high-voltage cables or other cables over the road; •...
  • Page 140 Driving on the road Preparing the machine Before travelling on a public road with your tractor and machine, you should do the following: to be transported  check if the tractor and machine are roadworthy,  check that the lights, warning indicators, protectors and brakes are attached properly and are working.
  • Page 141 Use in the field Friction between moving parts: Use in the field Be careful of moving parts making contact with each other while work- ing. You could accidentally touch control levers and cause the ma- chine to move. Only start working once all machine parts have stopped and the con- trol lever have been secured.
  • Page 142 Use in the field Work with a closed cabin Fertiliser dust can blow indoors through open windows, doors or other openings. Moreover, the sound level is higher in an open cabin. It is therefore recommended to always work with a closed cabin with active carbon filters in the air inlets.
  • Page 143 Use in the field Height correction with top dressing If the required height of 75 cm above the crop is not possible with your power lift  use the high spreading setting of the linkage pins and/or → See paragraph »Selecting linkage pin height« on page 86. ...
  • Page 144 Use in the field Setting the control sys- Check the settings of the control system before starting to spread. In the main screen: • Working width, • Selected application rate, • Step increments with over and underdosing, • Simulated driving speed if the tractor is equipped with a speedom- eter.
  • Page 145 Use in the field From the main screen:  Press the key switch in the main screen to go to the ‘Curve Calibra- tion’ screen.  Press field registration key.  Press the scroll keys in order to select a particular field. ...
  • Page 146 Use in the field Last setting check A check list is given below, as well as in the jacket of the spreading chart. Do this last check to ensure good spreading results. Are you working with the correct settings from the correct spreading chart, based on: •...
  • Page 147 Use in the field Set tramlines Prevent driving mistakes It is important that the spreading patterns overlap well to ensure good distribution. A difference in the overlapping is less vital with average working widths, using a triangular spreading pattern. Differences in the spreading pattern would easily be noticed with a tra- pezium pattern on large working widths, however.
  • Page 148 Use in the field  Stop when the ground covered since the previous marker is the same as the set working width.  Engage the parking brake of the tractor.  Place a marker near the identification point.  Proceed until the ground covered since the previous marker is the same as the set working width.
  • Page 149 Use in the field Using the border spreading During one-sided boundary spreading with border spreading plate, plate with tramlines you drive along the outermost work area on the field edge and control the fertiliser granule stream by means of the border spreading plate (accessory).
  • Page 150 Use in the field Spreading To begin spreading, proceed as follows:  Close all the doors and windows in the cabin.  Drive the tractor to the first tramline, depending on the driving pat- tern required, which may be recognised by the marker in place. →...
  • Page 151 Use in the field  Close the dosing units by pressing the stop key before turning to the headland. The PTO shaft can keep running if you intend to start spreading immediately again. You will find the correct working method and corresponding distances on the headland in →...
  • Page 152 Use in the field Working method on the The driving pattern that you use, in other words how you must stop headland and turn on the headland, depends on your border spreading method. • spreading the border from the sprayer tramline with Trimflow and one-sided boundary spreading with additional room (situation A), •...
  • Page 153 Use in the field With one-sided border spreading (situation B) Minimum Border spreading Closing dosing units Opening dosing units Border spreading  Drive as closely as possible to the end of the property and stop spreading by closing the dosing units before you turn. ...
  • Page 154 Use in the field Over and underdosing Depending on soil or crop composition, it is preferable to spread more or less fertiliser locally. With the control system, you can over- or under dose to the left, right or on both sides during spreading. You will find all the control keys on the main screen.
  • Page 155 Use in the field  Press the end key to go to the preset application rate at once. Results of one-sided over- or The spreading pattern of both spreading discs overlap partially, espe- underdosing cially in the middle behind the spreader. For this reason, the real ap- plication rate will deviate from the one that you set during one-sided over- and under dosing.
  • Page 156 Use in the field Border spreading Spreading fertiliser up to the border of the property requires concen- tration. On the one hand you want to achieve maximum cover to the field edge to ensure a good crop, while on the other hand you want to minimise the loss over the field edge.
  • Page 157 Use in the field Direction X Spread less to the field edge. This will decrease (environmental ap- the loss over the field edge, but the cover will proach) not be as good Direction Y Spread more to the field edge. Cover is better, (profit approach) but the loss is greater Connector...
  • Page 158 Use in the field After border spreading:  Switch on the right spreading disc again by pressing the open key.  Switch the tractor off, remove the key from the ignition and engage the parking brake of the tractor.  Remove the border spreading plate ...
  • Page 159 Use in the field 75 cm 29½ “ 75 cm 29½ “ Boundary track spread- ing with Trimflow Operation Drive half the working width from the field edge (1/2 X meters) (=first sprayer tramline) when doing boundary track spreading with Trimflow (accessory).
  • Page 160 Use in the field Setting The spreading charts indicate the correct settings for Trimflow and the relevant rpm for the PTO shaft and the spreading discs. If the settings of the Trimflow are not given in the relevant spreading chart they can be obtained in the following sources: •...
  • Page 161 Use in the field The required rpm of the spreading discs can be achieved with a cor- rect combination of PTO shaft speed and coupling shaft connection point on the central gearbox. Spreading discs rpm PTO speed at slow/tor- PTO speed at fast/hare toise coupling shaft con- coupling shaft connec- nection point...
  • Page 162 Use in the field Working method  Engage the Trimflow by letting the relevant single-acting hydraulic control valve run for a few seconds. This is also how pressure is Accumulator built in the accumulator. You will see the Trimflow symbol on the main screen.
  • Page 163 Use in the field Driving pattern When using the Trimflow, drive in the first sprayer tramline or half the working width (1/2 X meter) from the field edge of the property. Only drive anti-clockwise (to the left) when using the Trimflow. NDICATION 1/2 X m (ft) Stopping work...
  • Page 164 Use in the field Failure and stop- Be careful that nothing gets jammed It is also easy to get injured while working with the spreader. page Work safely with the machine: • releasing the pressure from the hydraulic system, • switching off the electronic control system, •...
  • Page 165 Use in the field These failures are probably caused by one of the following: • a hard object blocks the agitator, • a hard object or a large piece of fertiliser is (partially) blocking the supply from flowing to the agitator, •...
  • Page 166 Use in the field  Examine the spreading discs and the discharge opening to see what the cause of the failure/stoppage is.  Adapt the discharge point as needed for easier access.  If you still cannot see the cause, carefully remove the vanes to see better into the discharge opening of the discharge bushing.
  • Page 167 Use in the field stoppage If you have not found any damage, the failure is probably due to stop- page from an encrusted layer of fertiliser.  Try to reduce the size of the lump or encrusted layer with an object such as a stick, screwdriver or vane.
  • Page 168 Storing the machine Avoid contact with the fertiliser and other material Storing the machine It is easy to come into contact with the materials when putting away the machine. Always wear protective clothing, such as safety gloves, shoes and goggles. Read and adhere to the additional safety instruc- tions and the of the material producer.
  • Page 169 Storing the machine Cleaning If the machine is being put away for a short or longer period of time it is recommended that you lubricate and clean it first. If it is lubricated first you will prevent dirt, fertiliser and water from entering the bear- ings.
  • Page 170 Storing the machine Disconnecting the Disconnect safely You may only disconnect the machine when machine • all parts are in a safe condition, • your immediate surroundings are safe, • the hopper is empty. Work carefully: • check the environment (children!) and ensure that nobody is in the vicinity of the tractor or the machine.
  • Page 171 Storing the machine If you cannot lower the power lift far enough to release the catch hooks, we advise you to place the spreader on a firm, stable ramp, for example a pawl.  Drive the tractor about 200 mm forward (maximum distance de- pends on the range of the coupling shaft;...
  • Page 172 Storing the machine Preparation for winter At the end of the season the machine must be prepared for winter stor- storage age. If the machine is being put away for a short or longer period of time it is recommended that you lubricate and clean it first. If it is lubricated first you will prevent dirt, fertiliser and water from entering the bear- ings.
  • Page 173 Maintenance Repair damage safely and without delay Maintenance Repair the machine safely before you continue with work: • place the tractor and machine on a firm, straight surface, • switching off the PTO shaft, • releasing the pressure from the hydraulic system, •...
  • Page 174 Maintenance Do not modify the machine Do not modify the machine in any way. Unauthorised modifications may impair the function and/or safety and affect the life of the ma- chine. Only use original parts when replacing Using other non-genuine parts could lead to problems and unsafe sit- uations when using the machine.
  • Page 175 Maintenance Oil and grease Never use more oil or grease than prescribed A too high oil level may result in an overheated machine and damaged content seals. Waste storage and disposal Waste from performing maintenance on the machine could be con- taminated with fertiliser, oil and grease.
  • Page 176 Maintenance Maintenance inter- Keep to the checking and maintenance intervals given below to keep the machine in good working order. vals Inspection • • »Checking bolts and nuts« • • »Checking the hydraulic system« • Condition of the agitator and the agitator axle •...
  • Page 177 Maintenance Lubricating points All lubricating nipples of the machine can be filled with a universal grease type. → See »Oil and grease content« on page 175. → See »Maintenance intervals« on page 176. Coupling shaft with  Lubricate the 4 nipples. quick lock ...
  • Page 178 Maintenance Applying or adding grease Coupling shaft profiled You must grease the profiled tubes of the coupling shaft regularly. Ap- tubes ply grease to the contact surfaces of both of the profiled tubes should you note during coupling or decoupling that the halves of the coupling shaft are not sliding in and out smoothly.
  • Page 179 Maintenance Add oil The following parts only function well if they are provided with suffi- cient oil. Check this regularly. Connectors The connectors between the central gearbox and the spreading disc gearboxes are used with border spreading, with a calibration test and when checking the spreading pattern with the tray test.
  • Page 180 Maintenance Torques Guidelines for torques (in Nm) for self-locking nuts, hexagon bolts and nuts. Torques Quality 10.9 12.9 Friction* 0,10 0,13 0,10 0,13 0,10 0,13 0,10 0,13 Thread 1020 1000 1180 * The friction coefficient of 0.10 applies to oiled sheets, cast iron, hard- ened surfaces, greased threads, etc.
  • Page 181 Maintenance Checking the hy- Hydraulic oil is under high pressure Never try to stop a leak with your fingers. Never try to locate a hydrau- draulic system lic leak or try to contain it by hand! When inspecting always use appro- priate aid (e.g.
  • Page 182 Maintenance Inspection criteria It is not permitted to carry out repairs on hydraulic hoses! Replace hoses if the following is detected during inspection: • damage to the exterior up to the armouring (such as abrasion marks, cuts and tears), • the exterior becoming brittle (tears in the hose), •...
  • Page 183 Maintenance Checking and set- Avoid contact with the fertiliser and other material You will most likely get into contact with the fertiliser and other material ting the dosing you may wish to spread while filling, adjusting and testing the mechanism spreader.
  • Page 184 Maintenance Set the position of the The dosing mechanism must be mounted exactly in the middle above dosing mechanism the spreading discs. The agitator axle must turn freely from the seal ring. agitator Indication If you open the filters, you should block them to prevent unwanted closing.
  • Page 185 Maintenance Setting the dosing baf- It is necessary to set the dosing plates to the correct positions to each fles other to ensure correct dosing. If the dosing openings do not close well you will loose unnecessary fertiliser and the application rate will be higher than intended with a specific dosing setting.
  • Page 186 Maintenance Checking and set- Avoid contact with the fertiliser and other material You will most likely get into contact with the fertiliser and other material ting the discharge you may wish to spread while filling, adjusting and testing the point setting spreader.
  • Page 187 Maintenance  Reattach the dashboard with the three fixing knobs.  Perform the check on the other side as well.  Finally, check the position of the dosing mechanisms and the posi- tion of the dosing plate as described in →...
  • Page 188 Maintenance Checking and set- Avoid contact with the fertiliser and other material You will most likely get into contact with the fertiliser and other material ting the discharge you may wish to spread while filling, adjusting and testing the bush height spreader.
  • Page 189 Maintenance Lock nut  Turn the nuts on the 4 fastening bolts so that the dosing mecha- nism moves upward. The dosing mechanism is now higher than the spreading disc and dis- charge bushing. Turn the dosing mechanism upwards until you have good access to the bolts attaching the discharge bushing to the agita- tor axle star.
  • Page 190 Maintenance Replacing agita- Avoid contact with the fertiliser and other material You will most likely get into contact with the fertiliser and other material tor axle seal you may wish to spread while filling, adjusting and testing the spreader. Wear protective clothing and safety gloves, read the safety instructions provided by the supplier and follow their directions.
  • Page 191 Maintenance agitator  Open the sieves and lock them.  Remove the agitator from the agitator axle.  Support the fertiliser bearing ring through a dosing opening so that it will not drop.  Remove the 3 fastening bolts from the seal rings. ...
  • Page 192 Accessories Accessories General The following accessories for your machine are available to adapt it to your tractor and/or are working conditions. All of the responsibilities of the manufacturer lapse and the guarantee becomes null and void if non-genuine parts are used. Tellus control box If your tractor is not provided with the ISOBUS communication system, the spreader can be operated with the Tellus control box via a tractor...
  • Page 193 Accessories Focus II control box As an alternative to the Tellus control box, the Focus II control box is available. This control box has a black-and-white screen and fewer function keys beside the screen. Furthermore, this control box has fewer possibilities for communicating with an external system. The tractor and spreader need to be adapted somewhat to be able to use this control box.
  • Page 194 Accessories IsoMatch control box If you want complete ISO control, the IsoMatch control box offers many extra new functions. The latest developments in the field of ISOBUS steering, coupling of the tractor and machine and ease-of-use are all incorporated in the IsoMatch.
  • Page 195 Accessories Conversion to non-ISO trac- tor with IsoMatch power IsoMatch power cable set for non-ISO tractors IsoMatch power cable set If the tractor does not have an ISOBUS communication, it can be added with the IsoMatch power cable set. Hereafter, your tractor is entirely ISOBUS ready, and you can connect and operate the machine with the IsoMatch control box.
  • Page 196 Accessories Extended ISO cable An extended ISO cable is available for a tractor-drawn spreader. This replaces the short cable that is already fitted. Exchange the whole ca- ble. → The wire-connecting diagram is displayed in the spare parts man- ual. RS-232 cable The Tellus control box communicates with an external system via an RS-232 connection.
  • Page 197 Accessories Connecting plug pin oc- The connecting plug has the following pin occupation. The plug from cupation the tractor radar or electronics must have the same pin occupation. The connecting plug available with the spreader meet this require- ment. Tractor ECU connecting plug Connection diagram sensor / radar wall con- tact Function...
  • Page 198 Accessories Wheel sensor With a wheel sensor, you can measure the driving speed via • the (disconnected) front wheel driving axle, Tractor ECU side • the hub bolts or strips, • a wheel ring Sensor You can connect the cable directly to the tractor ECU, without a plug Strip on the sensor or a connecting plug on the tractor ECU.
  • Page 199 Accessories Trimflow The Trimflow is an accurate border spreading tool for boundary track spreading up from the last sprayer tramline. Trimflow provides a very good border spreading pattern with an optimal balance between profit and the environment. → See paragraph »Boundary track spreading with Trimflow« on page 159.
  • Page 200 Accessories Hopper cover The hopper cover protects the fertiliser in the hopper against humidity and dirt. The sail can be folded back for a larger filler opening. Trailer There is a trailer available with various wheel sizes for spreaders that can hold large volumes behind a small tractor.
  • Page 201 ‘Troubleshooting ‘ Troubleshooting Trouble-shooting ta- Problem Possible cause Solution Incorrect appli- Dosing setting incorrectly set Check the dosing setting cation rates Incorrect setting for fine dosage Set the dosing setting for fine application (kg per hec- as per the instructions tare) Driving speed signal not correctly set Set the correct source of the driving speed...
  • Page 202 ‘Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Solution Great amounts Average quality fertiliser (too soft, broken, Contact your supplier. Update the storage of dust while mixed types) or incorrect storage area. Spread with smaller working widths spreading as far as possible Rpm on the spreading discs too high Check the PTO shaft speed and the cou- 103, pling shaft mounting point...
  • Page 203 ‘Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Solution Spreading Average quality fertiliser. 80% of the gran- Determine the distribution and spread tracks visible ules with a diameter between 2.0 - 4.75 with small working widths if possible among the crops Blend of fertiliser types used. A blend can Check the type, pattern and distribution.
  • Page 204 ‘Troubleshooting Problem Possible cause Solution Powerful vibra- Shut down the PTO shaft immediately! Attend to the problem to prevent damage tions percepti- Great imbalance in the spreading discs Check the vanes and spreading discs Bent agitator axle or damaged agitator Replace the agitator axle or the agitator PTO shaft working angle out of working Limit the working angle to a maximum of...
  • Page 205 Falling into disuse When the lifespan of the machine has finished, its separate parts must Falling into disuse be properly disposed of. Keep local legislation in mind with this! Metal parts You must deliver all metal parts to a metal recycling company. Plastic parts All plastic parts can be disposed of as unwanted garbage.
  • Page 206 Liability Liability Liability Without prejudice to the other stipulations of these General Conditions and the stipulations of the act on product responsibility, the seller is only responsible for damage caused by culpable breach of contract and by unlawful actions in the framework of the regulations below: 1.
  • Page 207 Liability Complaints The following stipulations apply, along with national legislation: • The buyer must check the equipment, accessories and spare parts upon delivery for transport damage and completeness. Any possi- ble shortcomings must be reported without delay. • The seller will only consider complaints if the buyer reports that in writing within fourteen days after delivery by the seller.
  • Page 208 Kverneland Group Nieuw-Vennep BV Hoofdweg 1278 NL-2153 LR Nieuw-Vennep The Netherlands declare fully under own responsibility that the product RO-EDW-ISO weighing spreader and accessories Serial number: from VN208 to which this declaration relates, conforms to the relevant basic safety Type plate and health requirements of EU Directive 2006/42/EC.
  • Page 209 Notes Notes...
  • Page 210 Index Auto-calibration and parcel size Index Accessories Automatic calibration limit border spreading plate automatic weighing system Calibration container axle load driving speed signal Focus control box hopper cover Hopper extensions border spreading plate RS-232 cable headland Tellus control box one-sided boundary spreading tractor ECU spreading pattern tractor radar plug...
  • Page 211 Index ISOBUS Connecting the tractor ECU control system plugs adjusting Driving speed signal connecting points external signal menu structure safety settings EC declaration coupling electric plugs coupling shaft connecting checking length environment connecting environmental standards fitting equipment hydraulics lubricating points connecting Maintenance Extended ISO cable...
  • Page 212 Index tractor ECU ISOBUS control system gearbox IsoMatch keyboard popup Maintenance gearboxes Maintenance Gored spreading grease keys profiled tubes functions Grease type guarantee liability linkage pin height hopper loading height current weight logbook hopper alarm lubricating points hopper cover Mounting instructions hopper extension Mounting instructions machine...
  • Page 213 Index menu structure agitator axle seal Mounting instructions rpm sensor Calibration container RS-232 cable control box driving speed signal hopper cover hopper extension safety parking wheels axle load safety clothing TrimFlow coupling shaft Vanes electronic control system Wheel ring fertiliser hydraulic system machine Maintenance...
  • Page 214 Index full field with the border spreading plate tractor ECU left and right connecting points one-sided boundary spreading driving speed signal testing driving speed signal plug trapezoidal plug pin occupation tray test tractor radar TrimFlow Cables Spreading the headland Trailer stoppage Tramline patterns causes...
  • Page 215 Index modify Vanes Mounting instructions Variable, externally driven application rate warning stickers explanation place warning triangle weighcell Wheel ring wheel rings wheel sensor Winter storage working method on the headland working width adjusting coupling shaft connection point Discharge point...