Abbey Machinery VF1500T, Maintenance, Operating Instructions And Spare Parts Lists

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Abbey Tub Feeders
6.0 SETTING UP FOR USE
1. Connect the Tub Feeder to the tractor pick-up hitch or drawbar. If connected to the tractor drawbar
the optional necessary hitch eye reducer bush must be used. Measure the P1’O shaft of the machine
and ensure that it is fitted according to its instructions.
2. Set the hitch eye of the feeder so that the machine is level when hooked to the tractor.
3. Ensure all guards are in place before operating the machine.
4. Connect hydraulic hoses to the tractor. Check that the hydraulic brakes on the machine are working
correctly. Check that all the required functions on the machine are operating correctly. Connect and
check the lights of the machine. Ensure that the digital scale of the machine is functioning correctly
before filling the machine. Also read through and understand the accompanying digital scales manual
before operating the feeder.
5. Check that the wheel nuts are tight and hubs are greased Check Tyre Pressures:
- 235/75 R17.5 7 bar
- 30/l1.5x14.SHD 8.0 bar
- 400/60-15.5 4.7 bar
- 405/60 -15.5 7.1 bar
- 435/50 x 19.5 8 bar
6. Ensure all persons are aware that the machine is about to start. Run the feeder for a short time to
ensure it is working correctly. This will also allow the gearbox oil warm up and its working parts
lubricate.
7. On a new machine start-up torque and power requirements may seem high. These will reduce after
the painted wall has been polished by the mixing action of the feed .Three quarters of a full load
should be mixed for the first few loads to allow mixing feed polish the barrel and prevent premature
shear bolt failures.
8. The feeder should never be run at a higher speed than 540 r.p.m.