Anderson SMARTMIX A1230FD, Operator'S Manual

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5.2 Loading and mixing
1. Position the machine beside the product to load, ideally on a level surface for a more accurate
weight reading. Aligning the drive shaft is also recommended to dampen vibrations.
2. Ensure that the distribution hatches are closed.
Never remove material by hand or with a tool when
the machine is running.
When loading, ensure that your loading tool does
not touch the mixing chamber or auger.
NOTE: Load long and low- density products first, followed by
concentrates and minerals, silage, and then liquids.
NOTE: With a twin- or triple-auger SMARTMIX (A520, A700, A950,
A1230), load the material between the augers to best
distribute it within the mixing chamber.
5.2.1 Loading long products
3. Engage the restrictor blades.
NOTE: The further the restrictor blades are inside the mixing
chamber, the faster and finer the cutting will be.
4. If your machine has the optional two-speed gearbox, select high speed. Additionally, make
sure you are using the correct PTO:
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A280, A380, A520 and A700: 540 or 1,000 rpm.
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A950 and A1230: 1,000 rpm.
5. Load the long fibre (straw, hay, baleage, etc.).
NOTE: To reduce the cutting time, you can add a bucket of silage
to the long fibre.