Förster-Technik TAP5-CH2-25, Original Operating Instructions

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provide your calves with feed using an alternative method if the automatic feeder is not working
properly or is out of service.
9.3.1.2 Maintenance intervals and activities
Note: If you detect any failures or damage to the automatic feeder between the maintenance
intervals recommended below, you must make sure they are remedied immediately by a ser-
vice engineer as required.
Care/Maintenance interval
Daily Weekly 4 months 12 months
Inspection of the calves
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Automatic feeder
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Visually inspect for damage.
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Intensive mixer
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Visually check correct functioning of electrodes, temperature sensors
and mixer blades.
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Visually inspect mixer for leaks.
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Visually check effectiveness of cleaning cycles.
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Visually inspect mixer screen for clogging and clean if necessary.
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Check calibration of detergent.
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Safety equipment
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Check completeness and legibility of safety labels (warning signs).
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Check functioning of scraper for cleaning powder discharge opening.
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Check functioning of protective grid for powder hopper attachment.
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Water supply
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Carry out water calibration.
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Intake hose and teat
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Visually inspect intake hose and teat for damage and wear; clean if
necessary.
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Replace all milk hoses from mixer to feeding station.
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Replace the teat.
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