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Liquid manure spreader

EL48

Operation Manual
(Original instructions)

2018-9015-001
09-2016

gea.com

Summary of Contents for EL48

Page 1: ...Liquid manure spreader EL48 Operation Manual Original instructions 2018 9015 001 09 2016 gea com ...

Page 2: ... Performance data 31 4 6 Hydraulic hose specifications 32 4 7 Bolt torque chart 33 4 8 Lubricant specifications 33 5 Handling and assembly 34 5 1 Special personnel qualification required for handling 34 5 2 Safety instructions for handling and assembly 34 5 3 Packing material disposal 35 5 4 Handling the product 36 5 5 Axle assembly 38 5 6 Hydraulic braking system assembly 45 5 7 Air braking syste...

Page 3: ...118 9 4 Visual inspection 119 9 5 Lubricate hitch and power steering 119 9 6 Lubricate the equipment 121 9 7 Check oil level of bearing housing if applicable 121 9 8 Fill the grease chamber of the bearing housing if applicable 121 9 9 Grease the steering knuckles 122 9 10 Check oil level over primer pump piston if applicable 122 9 11 Check hydraulic suspension 123 9 12 Check bottom translucent hos...

Page 4: ...raulic power steering 163 11 8 Hydraulic diagram EL48 8D hydraulic power steering 164 11 9 Hydraulic diagram Self loading option 165 11 10 Hydraulic diagram Solenoid valves control option 166 11 11 Hydraulic diagram Nursing kit option 167 11 12 Hydraulic Diagrams Flex drop hoses or Low pressure deflectors 168 11 13 Hydraulic Diagrams 22 Concave disc incorporators 172 11 14 Hydraulic Diagrams 24 Hy...

Page 5: ...working processes A correction bar in the margin indicates changes to the previous edition The character string in the search field of the PDF document locates the correction bar This pictogram indicates another document or section to refer to All manuals have a part number The 4 middle digits specify the language of the instruction manual language language language 9000 German 9013 Dutch 9032 Ser...

Page 6: ...chnical Dealer If necessary please contact your nearest dealer There is a comprehensive dealer Internet search function on our website at the following address www gea com European contact information GEA Farm Technologies GmbH Siemensstraße 25 27 D 59199 Bönen 49 0 2383 93 70 49 0 2383 93 80 contact gea com www gea com US contact information GEA Farm Technologies Inc 1880 Country Farm Dr Napervil...

Page 7: ...eneral principles for design Risk assessment and risk reduction EN ISO 14121 2 2008 02 Safety of machinery Risk assessment Part 2 Practical guidance and examples of methods NF X 08 003 1 2006 07 Graphic and pictographic symbols colors and safety signs Person responsible for compiling the relevant technical documents Josef Schröer GEA Farm Technologies GmbH Siemensstraße 25 27 D 59199 Bönen 49 0 23...

Page 8: ...E PURCHASER AND DOES NOT APPLY IN THE EVENT THAT THE EQUIPMENT IS SOLD OR OTHERWISE TRANSFERRED 1 5 2 Condition of the Limited Warranty The Company through its GEA authorized dealers only hereinafter referred to as Dealer reserves the right to either repair or replace all parts deemed defective under the following conditions 1 That the equipment is installed operated and maintained in accordance w...

Page 9: ...itions including without limitation damages caused by fire lightning flood or other natural disaster damages caused by the use of sand litter or other abrasive or inadequate material including without limitation damages caused by solids in the manure such as stone wood iron concrete and strings as well as damages caused by ice or frozen manure blocking the evacuation line of the equipment or the i...

Page 10: ...RECT CONSEQUENTIAL INCIDENTAL PUNITIVE OR EXEMPLARY DAMAGES IN ANY KIND OR CHARACTER INCLUDING INDIRECT COSTS LOSS OF PRODUCTION LOSS OF REVENUES OR PROFITS AND OTHER DISBURSEMENTS WHICH MAY OCCUR Some states or jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages and so it is possible that these limitations or exclusions may not apply 1 5 5 General Stateme...

Page 11: ...lting from the modification of shear bolts Power take off In the case of a spreader used under normal conditions the warranty period of the PTO is twelve 12 months from the date of delivery of the equipment to the Purchaser In the case of a spreader used for commercial usage commercial lease on one or more farms the PTO warranty period is reduced to three 3 months only Wheel axles and hubs In the ...

Page 12: ...he guarantee mentioned above will apply only in the event that the Purchaser has opted for the extended warranty Steel Plus option thick steel reservoir The Stainless Steel option is also available to the Purchaser of the reservoir model EL66 subject to the additional warranty conditions provided below Optional stainless steel reservoir The warranty period for the stainless steel reservoir of the ...

Page 13: ...Location Administrated by Web site Canada Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety www ccohs ca USA Occupational Safety and Health Administration www osha gov European Union European Agency for Safety and Health at Work www osha europa eu Safety is achieved when the safety instructions are followed It is part of the owner s obligation of care to implement these safety measures and make s...

Page 14: ...ediate danger to life or health of personnel Death or serious injury will result if the danger is not avoided Warning The indication Warning signals potential danger to life or health of personnel Death or serious injury may result if the danger is not avoided Caution The indication Caution signals dangerous situations Minor or moderate injury may result if the danger is not avoided Attention The ...

Page 15: ...s near this product unless they are performing instructions included in this manual When near this product keep body parts such as hands feet hair as well as clothing away from dangerous parts such as rotating parts articulated parts sharp edges etc Use this product only when in perfect working condition Do not use damaged worn or defective parts on this product replace immediately to avoid seriou...

Page 16: ...operating methods It is the operator s responsibility to inform the farm workers of those rules maintenance and methods Qualified personnel Qualified personnel refers to those having obtained the academic knowledge of a specific field of work This personnel has followed a training and subsequently obtained a certification diploma or any other official document provided by a recognized academic fac...

Page 17: ...3 040 Safety guard for power take off driveline European model Part No 2018 7632 470 Safety grid on fill opening Part No 2018 7627 510 22 56 cm Part No 2018 7627 500 16 41 cm with anti splash door on fill opening option 2 5 2 Safety labels The labels affixed on this product inform the user of the potential dangers the prohibited manoeuvres the proper procedures and applications when performing act...

Page 18: ...ially designed for GEA products and equipment The manufacturer expressly points out that only original parts and original accessories supplied by GEA are adapted tested and authorized to be used with this product or equipment Do not use other suppliers parts or equipment with GEA product unless otherwise approved in writing by GEA The manufacturer does not accept any liability toward injured peopl...

Page 19: ...71 49341 22428 4486 725 65 X 26 13601 49571 22532 4506 850 50 X30 5 137 122 14009 49979 22718 4544 850 50 X 32 138 5 14154 50124 22784 4557 EL48 4D 4000 4000 UK gal 4800 US gal 23 1 X 26 20 ft 86 26 ft 113 118 13077 53117 24282 4553 Max 7700 28L X 26 123 119 13981 54021 24695 4630 725 65 X 26 14211 54251 24800 4650 850 50 X30 5 137 122 14619 54659 24987 4685 850 50 X 32 138 5 14764 54804 25053 469...

Page 20: ...7 122 18652 66612 20496 5124 850 50 X 32 138 5 18869 66829 20563 5141 EL48 6D 5250 5250 UK gal 6300 US gal 23 1 X 26 24 ft 98 30 ft 113 118 17037 69507 21387 5347 Max 7700 28L X 26 123 119 18388 70858 21802 5451 725 65 X 26 18071 70541 21705 5426 850 50 X30 5 137 122 19345 71815 22097 5524 850 50 X 32 138 5 19561 72031 22163 5541 EL48 6D 5600 5600 UK gal 6700 US gal 23 1 X 26 28 ft 86 34 ft 113 11...

Page 21: ... bar2 EL48 6D 6100 6100 UK gal 7300 US gal 23 1 X 26 28 ft 98 34 ft 113 118 18300 79350 24605 5536 Max 7700 28L X 26 123 119 19654 80704 25024 5631 725 65 X 26 19998 81048 25131 5655 850 50 X30 5 137 122 20608 81658 25320 5697 850 50 X 32 138 5 20824 81874 25387 5712 1 Data given for a spreader including wheels without options nor tool bar 2 Data given for a spreader filled with water ...

Page 22: ...102651 24025 6552 Max 7700 28L X 26 123 126 25474 104454 24447 6667 725 65 X 26 25932 104912 24554 6697 850 50 X30 5 137 129 26746 105726 24744 6748 850 50 X 32 138 5 27035 106015 24812 6767 EL48 8D 8800 8800 UK gal 10500 US gal 23 1 X 26 36 ft 99 42 ft 113 125 22475 110475 25994 6499 Max 7700 28L X 26 123 126 24278 112278 26418 6605 725 65 X 26 24736 112736 26526 6632 850 50 X30 5 137 129 25550 1...

Page 23: ...0326 2065 850 50 X 32 3 52 6434 22784 10356 2071 EL48 4D 4000 18200 l 23 1 X 26 6 1 2 18 7 92 2 87 3 5944 24144 11037 2069 Max 3500 28L X 26 3 12 3 02 6355 24555 11225 2105 725 65 X 26 6460 24660 11273 2114 850 50 X30 5 3 48 3 1 6645 24845 11358 2130 850 50 X 32 3 52 6711 24911 11388 2135 EL48 4D 4400 20000 l 28L X 26 6 71 2 18 8 53 3 12 3 02 6632 26632 12236 2159 Max 3500 725 65 X 26 6737 26737 1...

Page 24: ... 5 3 48 3 1 8478 30278 9316 2329 850 50 X 32 3 52 8577 30377 9347 2337 EL48 6D 5250 23850 l 23 1 X 26 7 32 2 49 9 14 2 87 3 7744 31594 9721 2430 Max 3500 28L X 26 3 12 3 02 8358 32208 9910 2478 725 65 X 26 8214 32064 9866 2466 850 50 X30 5 3 48 3 1 8793 32643 10044 2511 850 50 X 32 3 52 8891 32741 10074 2519 EL48 6D 5600 25500 l 23 1 X 26 8 53 2 18 10 36 2 87 3 7908 33408 10359 2331 Max 3500 28L X...

Page 25: ... Draw bar2 EL48 6D 6100 27750 l 23 1 X 26 8 53 2 49 10 36 2 87 3 8318 36068 11184 2516 Max 3500 28L X 26 3 12 3 02 8934 36684 11375 2559 725 65 X 26 9090 36840 11423 2570 850 50 X30 5 3 48 3 1 9367 37117 11509 2590 850 50 X 32 3 52 9465 37215 11540 2596 1 Data given for a spreader including wheels without options nor tool bar 2 Data given for a spreader filled with water ...

Page 26: ...0 2978 Max 3500 28L X 26 3 12 3 2 11579 47479 11112 3031 725 65 X 26 11787 47687 11161 3044 850 50 X30 5 3 48 3 28 12157 48057 11247 3067 850 50 X 32 3 52 12289 48189 11278 3076 EL48 8D 8800 40000 l 23 1 X 26 10 97 2 51 12 8 2 87 3 18 10216 50216 11816 2954 Max 3500 28L X 26 3 12 3 2 11035 51035 12008 3002 725 65 X 26 11244 51244 12057 3014 850 50 X30 5 3 48 3 28 11614 51614 12144 3036 850 50 X 32...

Page 27: ...280 5502 5724 5933 6133 6341 40 4499 4722 4935 5144 5348 5543 5733 5924 Galaxy 725 65 X 26 When towed the Galaxy model must be installed in the opposite direction of rotation indicated by the arrow on the tire for better self cleaning performances Ply Dimensions inches Weight rim included Diameter Width lbs kg 20 61 29 715 324 Speed mph Pressure psi 24 27 30 33 36 39 42 45 Carrying capacity lbs 10...

Page 28: ...0 Speed km h Pressure bar 1 59 1 79 2 21 Carrying capacity kg 10 11050 11830 13300 25 9390 10060 11310 40 7890 8450 9500 50 7100 7610 8550 Alliance 28L X 26 Ply Dimensions inches Weight rim included Diameter Width lbs kg 16 63 28 604 274 Speed mph Pressure psi 28 30 32 Carrying capacity lbs 6 18060 19160 19690 16 15310 16260 16700 25 14450 15330 15750 31 13150 13940 14340 Speed km h Pressure bar 1...

Page 29: ... 3427 3620 3861 4102 4313 24 3143 3320 3542 3763 3957 32 2860 3021 3222 3424 3600 40 2567 2722 2903 3084 3243 Goodyear 18 4 X 26 Ply Dimensions inches Weight rim included Diameter Width lbs kg 10 56 19 340 154 Speed mph Pressure psi 16 18 20 22 24 26 Carrying capacity lbs 10 5267 5559 6038 6384 6570 6916 15 4831 5100 5539 5856 6027 6433 20 4396 4640 5039 5328 5483 5772 25 3960 4180 4540 4800 4940 ...

Page 30: ... at ground level When injecting or burying manure into soil When spreading manure on hilly land EL48 4D 3600 540 1000 120 145 180 4000 135 160 200 4400 150 180 220 EL48 6D 4400 540 1000 150 175 220 4800 160 190 240 5250 175 210 260 5600 190 225 280 6000 200 240 300 6100 205 245 300 EL48 8D 4832 540 1000 165 195 245 7900 265 315 400 8800 300 355 450 ...

Page 31: ...anure consistency for spreading without tool bar 13 mm Tractor hydraulic pump flow 25 US gpm 95 lpm 21 UK gpm 25 to 32 US gpm 95 to 121 lpm 21 to 27 UK gpm 32 US gpm 121 lpm 27 UK gpm Maximum spreading flow rate 1650 US gpm 6240 lpm 1375 UK gpm 2100 US gpm 7950 lpm 1750 UK gpm 2700 US gpm 10220 lpm 2250 UK gpm Transfer rate at the pump output without tool bar Performance will differ depending on t...

Page 32: ...egree angle towards the front of the tank It allows a complete drainage of the liquid inside the tank and it ensures that the PTO shaft operates at a proper angle By removing or adding spacers the draw bar can be adapted for another tractor draw bar For more information contact your dealer 4 6 Hydraulic hose specifications I D 1 4 6 mm 1 2 13 mm 3 4 19 mm O D 0 58 15 mm 0 86 22 mm 1 10 28 mm Numbe...

Page 33: ...lb 161NM 169ft lb 229NM 230ft lb 312NM 380ft lb 515NM 600ft lb 814NM 700ft lb 949NM Socket Head Cap Screw AS HT 16ft lb 22NM 33ft lb 45NM 54ft lb 73NM 84ft lb 114NM 125ft lb 170NM 180ft lb 244NM 250ft lb 339NM 400ft lb 542NM 640ft lb 868NM 970ft lb 1315NM 4 8 Lubricant specifications Lubricant type Product name Grade Purpose Grease PRECISIONTM XL5 MOLY EP2 2 To lubricate the equipment To grease th...

Page 34: ...alified overhead crane or hoist operator Read the section Safety Personnel qualifications 5 2 Safety instructions for handling and assembly Warning Always keep this product on a flat and level surface An uneven surface could unbalance the product resulting in injuries and or damages Read the section Safety 5 2 1 Handling tools Description Purpose Boom truck To lift the spreader Forklift truck To l...

Page 35: ...om valve Cutter To remove tie wrap Fiber hammer To insert knuckle pivot tubes Floor jack To position the axle 5 2 3 Items provided by the owner A PTO driveline meeting local regulations if applicable A tractor of appropriate size to match the spreader model Refer to section Technical data Tractor specifications 5 3 Packing material disposal Handle the packing material properly and dispose accordin...

Page 36: ...s product use a lifting device with a minimum lifting capacity of 30 000 lbs 15 000 kg The lifting capacity only includes the weight of the product Attention Ensure each lifting ring of this product is in reliable condition to avoid an accidental fall causing injuries and or damages 1 1 Lift the spreader by the lifting rings 1 located on top of the spreader tank using a boom truck and safety chain...

Page 37: ...by GEA and make sure the support stands can withstand the spreader weight 2 Position the spreader on support stands 2 Remove the transport stands and the wrapping that may cover components fixed to the spreader Remove the cotter pin 3 and the washer 4 Remove the locking plate 5 from each cylinder and discard the plate Reinstall the cotter pin and washer 5 3 4 ...

Page 38: ...he spreader is shipped in a container the non directional axle may have to be assembled 5 5 1 Air valve removal Note The suspension cylinder will extend 1 Unscrew the air valve 1 Remove the valve spring located inside the air valve to allow air release Repeat these steps for each cylinder ...

Page 39: ... bolts 2 washers 3 and nuts 4 Torque to 350 ft lb 475 NM Slide the axle 10 under the spreader using a floor jack Make sure the four arms are positioned toward the front of the spreader Install the transverse arm 5 in the bracket 6 using bolt 7 washer 8 and nut 9 Make sure the offset side of the arm is oriented toward the front of the spreader ...

Page 40: ...oles then insert a connecting rod 13 through the holes Secure the connecting rod using cotter pins 14 on both sides Insert the four arms 15 between the plates 16 Fix the arms using bolts 17 washers 18 and nuts 19 Torque to 350 ft lb 475 NM Position the transverse arm 5 end in the bracket located under the spreader and fix it using bolt washer and nut not illustrated Torque to 350 ft lb 475 NM ...

Page 41: ... equipped with the weight transfer option proceed with the next step 3 1 2 Remove the weight transfer hose 1 that is bound under the spreader Take the hose fittings in the bag Remove the air valve adapters 2 from the suspension cylinder Apply Teflon tape over the 90 adapter 3 threads and install it on the bottom part of the suspension cylinder Connect the weight transfer hose 1 Repeat these steps ...

Page 42: ...ve from the cylinder opening 2 Apply Teflon tape on the straight adapter 1 threads Screw the straight adapter 1 on the opening 2 Fit the translucent hose 3 on the straight adapter 1 and secure it using a collar 4 Pour grade MV 22 HYDREXTM hydraulic fluid 5 in the translucent hose 3 through the other end of the hose Insert the end of the translucent hose 3 in the spreader frame 6 Repeat these steps...

Page 43: ...he tie wrap 6 Completely slide the knuckle 2 over the pivot tube 3 Place the pivot shaft 7 over the knuckle opening 8 Make sure there is one hole on the top of the shaft 9 and two holes on the underside of the shaft 7 Align the side hole 10 of the pivot shaft with the hole of the pivot tube 11 Insert the shaft with a fiber hammer Make sure the top of the pivot shaft 7 is even with the top of the k...

Page 44: ...t the bolt 1 to keep a space of 1 16 1 mm between the parts It allows the rod to pivot freely Once adjusted hold the bolt 1 and tighten the jam nut 3 against the side plate 4 Connect the clevis 5 on the knuckle side plate 4 using a hinge pin 6 Lock the hinge pin 6 using a cotter pin 7 Apply Teflon tape on the fittings threads 8 Screw one fitting 8 on top of the pivot shaft and two fittings 8 under...

Page 45: ...fting device with a minimum lifting capacity of 150 lbs 70 kg 2 3 1 4 A Apply a thin layer of grade 2 PRECISIONTM XL5 MOLY EP2 grease or equivalent in the hub receptacle 1 Lift the hub See Detail A Insert the hub shaft 2 in the hub receptacle 1 Align the holes of the shaft 2 with the holes of the hub receptacle 1 Insert the bolt 3 in the holes Place the bolt head toward the front of the spreader S...

Page 46: ...n the assembly on the brake disk 3 Align the holes of the caliper 2 with the holes of the support 4 Insert a sleeve 5 in each hole of the caliper 2 Insert a bolt 6 in each hole of the caliper 2 Tighten Install two calipers per wheel Repeat these steps for each wheel 5 6 3 Hydraulic braking system calibration Refer to section Maintenance Calibrate the hydraulic braking system ...

Page 47: ...ency line red hose Make sure the compressed air is filtered and regulated between 70 to 100 psi 4 82 to 6 90 bar Install the upper brake lining 2 over the hub receptacle 3 Make sure the upper brake lining is well seated on the anchor pins 4 and the S camshaft 1 Hook the blue spring 5 on the return spring pin 6 located inside the brake lining frame Position the lower brake lining 7 near the hub ass...

Page 48: ... 1 using a brush Lift the wheel hub using safety chains 2 Secure the safety chains with two wheel nuts as illustrated Rotate the hub shaft to position the hub holes 3 horizontally Insert the hub shaft in the receptacle 1 making sure the hub holes 3 are aligned with the holes of the receptacle Insert the cam bolt 4 through the receptacle 1 and the hub shaft 3 and secure with a locknut 5 Grease the ...

Page 49: ...red hose is maintained during the installation of the drum The air pressure will keep brake linings close to the drum which makes installation easier 3 1 2 Lift the drum 1 and install it over the brake lining 2 Screw three nuts 3 on the hub to secure the drum 1 temporarily Repeat these steps for each drum Release air pressure and unscrew the nuts 3 on each wheel ...

Page 50: ...locknuts Fix the lower dust shield 2 on the steering knuckle 4 using bolts and lock washers Fix the links 5 on the steering knuckle 4 using bolts and lock washers Fix the links 5 on the upper dust shield 1 using bolts flat washers and locknuts Repeat these steps for each wheel 5 7 5 Air braking system calibration Note Calibrate the air braking system by following the instructions in section Mainte...

Page 51: ... on the wheel hub Install ten wheel nuts and tighten to 375 ft lb 508 NM following the sequence illustrated After tightening all nuts double check the torque for safety Repeat these steps for each wheel Lower the spreader on the ground Place wheel chocks on a wheel one at the front and the other at the back of the wheel to secure the spreader Refer to section Technical data Tire specifications 5 9...

Page 52: ...e bolts holding the disc flanges 1 and the collar 2 Turn the anti siphon 3 upward Tighten the bolts holding the disc flanges 1 and the collar 2 1 2 3 5 11 Top fill indicator assembly Warning Beware of potential falls always walk on the nonslip band installed on the product Unscrew both handles 1 Remove the top fill indicator 2 from the opening 2 1 Remove the O ring 3 fastened to the top fill indic...

Page 53: ...dicator assembly 2018 9015 001 09 2016 53 192 Place the O ring over the lid 4 of the top fill indicator 4 Turn the top fill indicator 2 upside down and insert it into the spreader tank Screw both handles 1 to maintain the assembly 2 1 ...

Page 54: ... the hitch pin 1 in the tractor draw bar 2 Secure the hitch pin 1 using the Nord Lock washer 3 and nut 4 Using a pipe wrench or a key torque the nut to 600 ft lb 813 NM minimum Install the plate 6 against the hitch pin centered on the draw bar Bolt the plates 5 6 together using provided hardware Torque the bolts to 119 ft lb 161 NM ...

Page 55: ...g assembly optional Warning Beware of potential falls always walk on the nonslip band installed on the product A Inner valve cylinder B Primer pump if applicable C Hose supports Note The flexible suction hose is not shown in the illustration above It is installed on the opposite side of the spreader ...

Page 56: ...r valve cylinder 2 located inside the tank Insert a screwdriver 3 through the extension bracket to maintain it at its maximum height Fix the cylinder rod 4 to the extension 5 using a bolt 6 Make sure the indicator rod 7 points toward the front of the spreader Remove the screwdriver 3 3 6 2 7 4 5 Position the retaining bolts 8 in the disc notches 9 to maintain the cylinder in the receptacle Tighten...

Page 57: ...s Connect the hose H1 to the valve H1 and secure it with provided collar 5 13 3 Hose support installation 2 1 3 Install the supports 1 on the welded brackets using two bolts for each support Install the aluminum pipe 2 on the supports 1 Install the suction pipe on the supports located on the other side of the spreader Install the half collars 3 over the pipe supports 1 to maintain the pipes during...

Page 58: ...all nuts 2 Additional supports sections may be required Note Apply silicone on the brackets and on the supports before installing the fender sections in order to avoid rattling noise Install fender sections 2 using carriage bolts flat washers and locknuts Follow these steps Install sections 2 on supports Tighten all nuts Repeat these steps to install the fender on the other side of the spreader Le...

Page 59: ... assembly optional 2018 9015 001 09 2016 59 192 5 15 Mudguards assembly optional 2 1 Install the mudguard supports 1 on the brackets 2 welded on the side of the spreader using carriage bolts flat washers and locknuts Tighten all nuts ...

Page 60: ...ge bolts flat washers and locknuts Follow these steps Install sections 3 and 4 on supports Fix the bottom part of section 3 on support Bolt the bracket 9 on upper part of section 3 Install section 4 between sections 3 and 5 Fix the bottom part of section 8 on support Bolt the bracket 9 on upper part of section 8 Install section 7 between sections 6 and 8 Tighten all nuts Let the silicone dry befor...

Page 61: ... washers and a rubber gasket 2 Assemble the transfer pipe 3 using bolts flat washers and locknuts Tighten all nuts Apply grade 2 PRECISIONTM XL5 MOLY EP2 grease or equivalent on the pipe end 4 to facilitate the transfer pipe assembly 3 Lift the transfer pipe assembly 3 using an appropriate lifting device Position it over the pipe end 4 Slowly lower the transfer pipe assembly 3 to lean over the pip...

Page 62: ...he product Attention To lift the hydraulic door on fill opening use a lifting device with a minimum lifting capacity of 375 lbs 165 kg 1 Lift the hydraulic door by the lifting rings 1 using safety chains Make sure the door is open before lifting it to ease installation There are two hydraulic hoses installed on top of the tank Connect one of the hydraulic hoses to the ball valve located on the doo...

Page 63: ...t the hopper use a lifting device with a minimum lifting capacity of 125 lbs 50 kg Lift the hopper 1 and position it on the spreader fill opening Install the hopper using 12 bolts 2 and locknuts Tighten 1 2 5 20 Rear lights assembly optional Install the light support 1 on the fixing plate 2 Align the light with the spreader wheel as illustrated hereafter Fix the light support 1 to the fixing plate...

Page 64: ...round the lid of the adapter 2 Place the adapter 2 on the anti siphon end 3 Bolt the assembly using provided hardware Insert the seal 4 inside the spreading nozzle 5 Apply grade 2 PRECISIONTM XL5 MOLY EP2 grease or equivalent on the seal 4 Slide the spreading nozzle 5 over the adapter end 2 until it reaches the welded ring on the adapter Install a circle lock clamp 6 over the junction of the sprea...

Page 65: ...L5 MOLY EP2 grease or equivalent on the seal 4 Slide the vertical tube 7 over the adapter end 2 until it reaches the welded ring on the adapter Install a circle lock clamp 6 over the junction of the vertical tube and of the adapter Insert the seal 4 inside the spreading nozzle 8 Apply grade 2 PRECISIONTM XL5 MOLY EP2 grease or equivalent on the seal 4 Slide the spreading nozzle 8 over the vertical...

Page 66: ...ng T handles 6 and flat washers 7 Bottom nozzle assembly Insert the seal 8 inside the vertical tube 9 Apply grade 2 PRECISIONTM XL5 MOLY EP2 grease or equivalent on the seal 8 Slide the vertical tube 9 on the bottom adapter 2 until it reaches the adapter welded ring Install a circle lock clamp 10 on the junction of the vertical tube and adapter Insert the seal 11 into the spreading nozzle 12 Apply...

Page 67: ... adapter 2 until it reaches the adapter welded ring Install a circle lock clamp 16 on the end cap and the adapter junction Top nozzle assembly Insert a seal 14 inside the spreading nozzle 17 Apply grade 2 PRECISIONTM XL5 MOLY EP2 grease or equivalent on the seal 14 Slide the spreading nozzle 17 on the adapter 2 until it reaches the adapter welded ring Install a circle lock clamp 16 over the juncti...

Page 68: ...tional 5 22 1 Tool bar with 24 hydraulic disc injectors 1 2 3 3 Bolt the tool bar 1 to the spreader frame 2 using provided hardware Fix the support rods 3 to the tool bar 1 1 5 6 4 Install the tools 4 on the tool bar 1 Install a hose 5 on each tool using a collar 6 Connect hydraulic hoses to the spreader ...

Page 69: ...Deflectors tool bar 1 2 4 3 5 Bolt the tool bar 1 to the spreader frame 2 using provided hardware Fix the plate 3 to the hydraulic cylinder 4 Install safety chains 5 5 6 7 3 6 Insert the lifting chains 6 through the plate 3 Fix both ends of the lifting chain 6 to the tool bar brackets 7 ...

Page 70: ...hinge 10 on both sides Fix the hose support 9 on the tool bar using provided hardware 11 8 13 12 13 Install a hose 11 from the spreader distributor to the deflector 8 Cut the hose 11 at proper length The hose 11 should not be tight keep a loose Cut the hose end as illustrated 12 Install the hose end in the deflector 8 and fix it using collars 13 Repeat these steps for each deflector Connect hydrau...

Page 71: ...x drop hoses tool bar 1 2 4 3 5 Bolt the tool bar 1 to the spreader frame 2 using provided hardware Fix the plate 3 to the hydraulic cylinder 4 Install safety chains 5 5 6 7 3 6 Insert the lifting chains 6 through the plate 3 Fix both ends of the lifting chain 6 to the tool bar brackets 7 ...

Page 72: ...nstall a hose 9 from the spreader distributor to the tool 8 Cut the hose 9 at proper length The hose 9 should not be tight keep a loose Fix the hose 9 to the tool 8 using a collar 11 Cut hose ends 10 at desired length for each tool 8 Fix the hose ends 10 to the tool 8 using collars 11 Repeat these steps for each tool 8 Connect hydraulic hoses to the spreader ...

Page 73: ...15 001 09 2016 73 192 5 22 4 Tool bar with 22 concave disc incorporators 1 2 3 Bolt the tool bar 1 to the spreader frame 2 using provided hardware Connect the hydraulic cylinder to the tool bar 1 Install safety chains 3 Assemble the tool as illustrated above ...

Page 74: ...all the tools 4 on the tool bar 1 Install a hose 5 from the spreader distributor to the tool 4 Cut the hose 5 at proper length The hose 5 should not be tight keep a loose Fix the hose 5 to the tool 4 using a collar 6 Repeat these steps for each tool 4 Connect hydraulic hoses to the spreader ...

Page 75: ...the tool bar as illustrated above using provided hardware 1 To adjust the gauge wheel height remove the locking plate 1 to unlock the wheel Lower the tool bar to the desired height Put the locking plate back in place to lock the wheel Note Depending on the locking plate installation side the adjustment can be of or between each tooth ...

Page 76: ...silicone on flange 2 Fix the part 1 to the flange 2 and to the tool bar frame 3 on both sides using provided hardware 4 5 3 6 Apply grade 2 PRECISIONTM XL5 MOLY EP2 grease or equivalent on the part 5 Insert the arm 4 over the part 5 Install the pivot support 6 on the arm 4 then fix the pivot support 6 to the tool bar frame 3 ...

Page 77: ... 3 5 6 Apply grade 2 PRECISIONTM XL5 MOLY EP2 grease or equivalent on the part 5 Insert the arm 4 over the part 5 Install the pivot support 6 on the arm 4 then fix the pivot support 6 to the tool bar frame 3 7 Install the retaining fixtures 7 on both sides using provided hardware ...

Page 78: ... 8 Install the deflectors 8 as illustrated above using provided hardware Lubricate all greasing points on the tool bar using grade 2 PRECISIONTM XL5 MOLY EP2 grease or equivalent 4 4 Open each arm 4 manually until the stopper is reached Start hydraulic motors to close the arms 4 ...

Page 79: ...ce with the safety instructions Read the section Safety Personnel qualifications 6 2 Safety instructions for initial commissioning Warning Do not start this product until the initial commissioning checklist is completed The first start steps intend to test the product in order to validate its functionality and efficiency before handing it over to the customer Therefore the dealer along with the cu...

Page 80: ... plug 1 is required for tractor equipped with an open hydraulic system The beyond plug 2 is required for tractor equipped with a closed hydraulic system also called load sensing in some cases 2 1 Note A new equipment always comes with two plugs a standard plug installed on the valve and a beyond plug supplied separately Make sure to install the appropriate plug Plug change Attention Oil leak will ...

Page 81: ...ins are closed All connections are secured A visual inspection is performed to ensure there are no leaks signs of distortion or defective parts The wheels nuts are tightened at correct torque The tires are inflated at appropriate pressure The owner is instructed on the turning radius of this product The tractor draw bar is adjusted to minimum length while respecting the PTO limitations if applicab...

Page 82: ...r Options DONE N A The owner is instructed on how to operate the weight transfer system The owner is instructed on how to operate the self loading system The owner is instructed on how to operate the nursing kit The owner is instructed on how to operate the in tank recirculation kit The owner is instructed on how to operate the hydraulic door on fill opening The owner is instructed on how to opera...

Page 83: ...vices such as guards grids covers chains etc are in perfect working condition and remain in place to ensure safety the lubricants such as grease oil etc are at an appropriate level there are no leaks all bolts are tight Refer to section Technical data Bolt torque chart the product works perfectly tires are inflated at appropriate pressure 6 6 Handing over to the customer Hand over warranty registr...

Page 84: ...t a speed exceeding 25 mph 40 km h Warning Do not operate this product if a person is on top Read the section Safety 7 3 Checks before operation The safety devices such as guards grids covers chains labels etc remain in place to ensure safety Lubricants such as grease oil etc are at appropriate level To locate the grease points refer to section Appendix Label position The wheel nuts are tightened ...

Page 85: ...adjusted to minimum length Note The spreader must be towed by the tractor for which it was designed If changing tractor refer to Technical data Performance data Spreader draw bar inclination section Using the jack 1 position the spreader draw bar to connect the tractor When the spreader is connected the jack must be placed on the transport support 2 2 1 If a hydraulic jack 3 is used connect the hy...

Page 86: ... mechanism 1 on the tractor draw bar 4 Grease the pin 5 using grade 2 PRECISIONTM XL5 MOLY EP2 grease or equivalent Insert the pin 5 through the spreader hitch 6 and the tractor draw bar 4 Secure the assembly with a cotter pin 7 Pull the spreader in a straight line until all wheels are perfectly aligned Turn off the tractor and apply the hand brake Loosen the squarehead bolts 8 7 4 9 1 16 2 mm 1 5...

Page 87: ...asing points using grade 2 PRECISIONTM XL5 MOLY EP2 grease or equivalent Remove the pin 1 Position the tractor to connect its draw bar to the spreader hitch Install the pin 1 back in position Perform the adjustment using the bolt and nut 2 Lower the ball hitch steering system 3 Connect the power steering rod 4 ...

Page 88: ... PRECISIONTM XL5 MOLY EP2 grease or equivalent lubricate all greasing points Clean the shaft and apply a thin layer of grade 2 PRECISIONTM XL5 MOLY EP2 grease or equivalent Move the tractor backward to center the hitch pin with the PowerHitch opening Make sure the chamfered edge points upward See Detail A Insert the alignment tool 4 in the ball Make sure the tool tip is inserted in the hitch pin o...

Page 89: ...on the PowerHitch on the tractor draw bar 4 Apply grade 2 PRECISIONTM XL5 MOLY EP2 grease or equivalent on the bolt and secure the coupling using provided hardware Torque to 278 ft lb 376 NM Install the dust cover 5 on the PowerHitch Make sure the dust cover remains on the PowerHitch at any time 5 ...

Page 90: ...r steering rod 7 to the power steering mechanism 6 using the lock pin and the washer Connect the spreader hydraulic hoses to the tractor to operate the power steering system 7 6 Safety chains connection Attach safety chains between the tractor and the spreader draw bar Follow local regulations Remove the manual jack or retract the hydraulic jack Remove the wheel chocks ...

Page 91: ...el only Safety chains must be in place at all times to prevent the driveline guards from rotating Replace if damaged Make sure the safety chains do not restrict the driveline movement when operating or transporting the spreader Never use the safety chains to secure the PTO when disconnected from the tractor Maximum extension and retraction Always keep the edge of the female guard between the indic...

Page 92: ...10 maximum Joints must always be directed toward the same side of the driveline Lubrication For universal joints use a high quality grease formulated for intensive use Follow the instructions of the PTO manufacturer for proper lubrication 7 4 3 Connecting the components Attention Connect the hydraulic and pneumatic hoses properly to ensure safe operation Refer to section Appendix Connect the sprea...

Page 93: ... brakes can be activated by a control lever or by a brake pedal located inside the tractor Move the spreader to a wide and safe area Apply the service brakes a few times to ensure that the brakes can stop the spreader properly Air braking system optional Test the service brakes Apply and release the tractor brake pedal a few times before moving the spreader Move the spreader to a wide and safe are...

Page 94: ...he hydraulic flow rate of the output connected to the power steering valve as per the spreader model Spreader model Hydraulic flow rate adjustment EL48 4D 3 4 US gpm 11 15 lpm EL48 6D 6 8 US gpm 23 30 lpm EL48 8D 9 12 US gpm 34 45 lpm Engage the power steering system only when the spreader is towed at a speed below 8 mph 12 km h Disengage the power steering system when the spreader is towed at a s...

Page 95: ...7 6 1 Turning radius Attention Follow the turning radius to prevent premature wear of the tires and damages to wheel components Spreader model Inside radius A Outside radius B EL48 4D 15 4 58 m 30 9 16 m EL48 6D 15 4 58 m 35 10 67 m EL48 8D 28 8 53 m 47 14 33 m ...

Page 96: ...cy matches the tool bar capacity Refer to section Technical data Performance data To load the spreader with the self loading option refer to section Operating Operating spreader options Self loading Position the spreader to center the loading pipe 1 in the fill opening 2 Open the hydraulic door on fill opening if applicable Start filling the spreader with liquid manure 1 2 Watch the level indicato...

Page 97: ... to the desired spreading rate Refer to section Appendix Spreading rate calculation Engage the impeller to start spreading Disengage the impeller when the spreader is empty 7 8 2 Spreading with twin deflector 25FT tool bar Note The spreading pattern can be adjusted by changing the deflector restriction plates and or by changing the tool bar restriction plate Engage the impeller to start spreading ...

Page 98: ...nd regulations are followed Note The spreading pattern can be adjusted by changing the deflector restriction plates and or by changing the tool bar restriction plate Once on the field unfold the tool bar arms using the tractor hydraulic control Make sure it is placed in spreading position Engage the impeller to start spreading Adjust the tractor speed according to the desired spreading rate Refer ...

Page 99: ...nd unfold the tool bar to the spreading position If the spreader is not equipped with a shredder kit disengage the tractor hydraulic control lever once the tool bar is positioned If the spreader is equipped with the shredder kit the tractor hydraulic control lever must be kept engaged while spreading Engage the impeller to start spreading Adjust the tractor speed according to the desired spreading...

Page 100: ... below Engage the impeller to start spreading Adjust the tractor speed according to the desired spreading rate Refer to section Appendix Spreading rate calculation Disengage the impeller when the spreader is empty Raise the tool bar using the tractor hydraulic control lever Fold the tool bar arms using the tractor hydraulic control Make sure it is completely folded before moving out of the field A...

Page 101: ...ol bar pressure valve adjustment below Engage the impeller to start spreading Adjust the tractor speed according to the desired spreading rate Refer to section Appendix Spreading rate calculation Disengage the impeller when the spreader is empty Raise the tool bar using the tractor hydraulic control lever Fold the tool bar arms using the tractor hydraulic control Make sure it is completely folded ...

Page 102: ...r Assemble the hoses and pipes together Close the gate valve 1 by pushing the gate valve lever 2 downward Open the ball valve 3 Unlock the latch mechanism by flipping the locking flat bar 4 3 4 1 2 Insert the suction hose adapter 5 in the U shape support 6 Pull the receptacle lever 7 to connect the hose adapter 5 to the receptacle 8 Make sure the O ring 9 properly seals the connection 7 8 6 5 9 As...

Page 103: ... gate valve A Close the inner valve cylinder D by pushing down the lever E Close the bypass valve F to start the primer pump Check the handles of the check valve G When the handles remain in up position the centrifugal pump is primed properly Open the bypass valve F to stop the primer pump and let the centrifugal pump fill the tank Monitor the level of liquid inside the tank When the tank is full ...

Page 104: ...r 13 from the receptacle 14 Disengage the impeller 12 13 14 Lock mechanism in place by flipping the locking flat bar 15 located on one side of the receptacle 16 Make sure it is hooked properly Place the hoses on the supports and secure it using the half collars bolts and nuts provided Move to spreading area 16 15 Refer to section Operating Moving the spreader ...

Page 105: ...ion If using a PTO disengage the PTO when turning Position the directional valve indicator 1 in recirculating mode 2 Engage the impeller in low revolution Disengage the impeller to interrupt recirculating mode example before turning when using a PTO Position the directional valve in spreading mode 3 1 3 2 ...

Page 106: ...cal safety Attention Always keep this product on a flat and level surface A B 1 3 2 Use the hydraulics to lift and rotate the articulated transfer pipe 1 over the fill opening 2 of the other spreader Set the directional valve 3 in transfer mode Engage the impeller to start transfer Monitor the level indicator of the spreader being filled Reduce the impeller revolution when the spreader tank is ful...

Page 107: ...l valve is opened before operating the hydraulic door The ball valve is located on the door frame Open or close the hydraulic door using the hydraulic control 7 9 5 Solenoid valve Connect the solenoid valve kit to the tractor 12 VDC electrical output Connect hydraulic hoses to the tractor Turn the selector switch to proper position to control a specific option Activate the lever to control the hyd...

Page 108: ...ok them on their supports Note Refer to the PTO driveline instruction manual and follow the manufacturer s recommendations Remove the safety chain if applicable European model not illustrated Disconnect the PTO from the tractor Place the PTO driveline end on the draw bar support 1 1 Disconnect the spreader hydraulic hoses and pneumatic hoses from the tractor if applicable Place the connectors in t...

Page 109: ...l surface Place wheel chocks Remove the manual jack 1 from the transportation support 2 Place the jack on the draw bar secure with a safety pin 3 Adjust the spreader height 2 3 1 If using a hydraulic jack 4 connect the hydraulic hoses to the tractor to extend the jack 4 Remove the safety chains 5 from the tractor 5 ...

Page 110: ... Ball hitch Unlock the power steering rod 7 Raise the ball hitch steering system 8 Loosen the nut 9 Remove the pin 10 Using the jack lift the spreader draw bar 7 8 9 10 PowerHitch Unlock the power steering rod Unlock and raise the guiding mechanism 11 Remove the dust cover Remove hardware 12 Using the jack lift the spreader draw bar Reinstall the dust cover on the PowerHitch 12 11 ...

Page 111: ...ubleshooting 8 1 Special personnel qualification required for troubleshooting Troubleshooting must be performed by trained personnel in accordance with the safety instructions Read the section Safety Personnel qualifications 8 2 Safety instructions for troubleshooting Read the section Safety ...

Page 112: ...ner valve cylinder is not in the proper position Set inner valve cylinder in spreading position Foreign material in the directional valve Contact your dealer Obstruction in the discharge pipe Contact your dealer Obstruction in the impeller output Contact your dealer The PTO is defective Refer to the manufacturer s recommendations Worn out impeller or housing Contact your dealer Liquid manure keeps...

Page 113: ...The brake pads are worn out Refer to section Maintenance Hydraulic braking system Insufficient oil quantity in the master cylinder Find leak and repair Refer to section Maintenance Hydraulic braking system Air or water inside the hydraulic brake lines Find infiltration and repair Refer to section Maintenance Hydraulic braking system Defective hose connector occurs only with manually activated brak...

Page 114: ...from the hoses Find damaged pinched or defective hoses and repair The brake linings are worn out Refer to section Maintenance Change air brake parts A slack adjuster is not properly adjusted Refer to section Maintenance Calibration Oil and water in the braking system Purge air tank 3 4 seconds by pulling on the steel wire located under the spreader The spreader brakes do not release The emergency ...

Page 115: ... safety mechanism are loose Vibration in the steering and wheels Power steering spring cylinder does not work properly Contact your dealer Wheels do not align in a straight position after a turn or do not turn well Restrictor clogged or unscrewed Remove and unclog the restrictor Add Teflon tape on the fitting and reinstall Refer to section Maintenance Power steering Wheels turn too promptly Hydrau...

Page 116: ...enough or too much hydraulic oil in the cylinder Refer to section Maintenance Hydraulic suspension The solenoid valve does not work Electric wires are defective or not connected Contact your dealer Self loading option Symptom Possible cause Solution Hydraulic primer pump of the self loading kit does not prime Suction hose is not well positioned on the hose support or is not air tight Reposition th...

Page 117: ... accordance with the safety instructions Read the section Safety Personnel qualifications 9 2 Safety instructions for maintenance Attention Tractor PTO or hydraulic components must be disconnected unless otherwise specified in the maintenance instructions Note Have within reach containers to collect all substances potentially harmful such as oils coolants cleaning and disinfecting agents etc Read ...

Page 118: ...ering knuckles X Check oil level over primer pump piston X Check hydraulic suspension X Check bottom translucent hose of suspension cylinders X Torque wheel nuts X Purge air tank X Check parallel bars springs adjustment X Adjust fingers of the power steering mechanism X Grease wheel hub bearings X Torque bolts X Change the oil of bearing housing X Lubricate the tool bar option X Open drains X Open...

Page 119: ...ded by its manufacturer 9 4 Visual inspection Before each use Inspect the spreader to find any defective parts or signs of abnormal wear 9 5 Lubricate hitch and power steering Before each use or every 10 hours Note Use grade 2 PRECISIONTM XL5 MOLY EP2 grease or equivalent Single double hitch Lubricate all points 1 Remove the cotter pin and the pin from the hitch Add grease inside the swivel point ...

Page 120: ...all by lifting the draw bar with the jack Torque bolt 7 to 278 ft lb 376 NM Torque nut 8 to 600 ft lb 813 NM minimum Torque nut 9 to 119 ft lb 161 NM 5 9 6 6 7 8 5 Power steering mechanism Lubricate the pivot points of the power steering mechanism 10 Lubricate the rods of the steering cylinders 11 Lubricate the pivot point of the steering cylinders 12 Lubricate the steering knuckles of the directi...

Page 121: ... 7 Check oil level of bearing housing if applicable Before each use or every 10 hours Note Use 80W 90 TRAXONTM gearbox oil or equivalent Unscrew the filling plug 1 Fill with oil until the level reaches the top of the shaft Clean and reinstall the filling plug 1 1 9 8 Fill the grease chamber of the bearing housing if applicable Before each use or every 10 hours Note Use grade 2 PRECISIONTM XL5 MOLY...

Page 122: ...ase lines lubricate through the grease lines 1 1 9 10 Check oil level over primer pump piston if applicable Before each use or every 10 hours Note Use biodegradable oil Remove access cap 1 of the primer pump Insert a 24 60 cm rod inside the primer pump opening until it reaches the piston Remove rod from the opening Measure the oil level on the rod Ensure there is a minimum of 15 mm of biodegradabl...

Page 123: ...e The tire is removed for better understanding 9 12 Check bottom translucent hose of suspension cylinders Before each use or every 10 hours Note This section concerns a standard suspension with oil on the upper side of pistons It is not applicable for the optional suspension cylinder with oil on both sides of piston Note Use MV 22 HYDREXTM hydraulic fluid or equivalent Remove the hose 1 from the f...

Page 124: ...check the torque of the nuts after the 3 to 5 first trips Ensure wheel nuts are torqued to 375 ft lb 508 NM To torque wheel nuts follow the sequence illustrated 9 14 Purge air tank only with air brake option Before each use or every 10 hours Find the steel cable 1 located on the side of the spreader Pull cable for 3 seconds to purge oil water and dust from the air tank 2 2 1 ...

Page 125: ...d Make sure the parallel bars remain perpendicular 2 1 3 3 4 9 16 Adjust fingers of the power steering mechanism Every 200 hours of use Align the tractor draw bar with the spreader power steering hitch by moving the tractor in a straight line Make sure the tractor and the spreader are perfectly aligned Loosen the square head bolts 1 to adjust the fingers 2 properly Place finger to set a space of 1...

Page 126: ... hub assembly as follows Torque the castle nut 3 to 190 ft lb 258 NM to ensure seating of the bearing assembly Unscrew the castle nut to the next slot to allow the cotter pin installation This step releases pressure on bearings in order to prevent overheating Check the assembly Make sure there is no gap in the bearing assembly by moving the tire Make sure the wheel can be easily rotated by hand If...

Page 127: ...able Every 200 hours of use Note Use 80W 90 TRAXONTM gearbox oil or equivalent Place a container under the drain plug 1 to collect oil Remove the filling plug 2 located between the grease fitting and the air vent Unbolt the drain plug 1 Reinstall the drain plug 1 once the housing is drained Fill with oil until the level reaches the top of the shaft Clean and reinstall the filling plug 2 2 1 9 20 L...

Page 128: ...eel nut wrench to turn the pivot bolt 1 to open the drain 2 1 Clean the drain 2 2 Use the wheel nut wrench to turn the pivot bolt 1 to close the drain 2 1 Impeller housing drain To open the drain unlock the toggle clamp 3 The cap will open to drain the impeller housing To close the drain place the cap over the impeller housing opening and lock the toggle clamp 3 3 ...

Page 129: ...ure the spreader is empty before opening cleaning openings 1 1 Unscrew the handles 1 Remove the cover 9 23 Grease slack adjuster only with air brake option Once a year Attention Do not over grease the slack adjusters it could damage the seal Note Use grade 2 PRECISIONTM XL5 MOLY EP2 grease or equivalent Remove the plastic cap 1 and slightly grease 1 ...

Page 130: ... at a distance of 1ft 30 cm from the surface to clean Make sure all drains and cleaning openings are closed Fill 1 3 of the spreader tank with water Move the tractor back and forth to stir the water inside the tank Move it to a spreading area and spread the wasted water to clean the discharge pipe and hoses When empty open the drains and cleaning openings Keep them open to allow ventilation Pressu...

Page 131: ...ry Remove the wheel Attention Make sure the spreader is empty Using a jack with a minimum lifting capacity of 4000 lbs 2000 kg lift the spreader wheel Remove the wheel nuts with an air impact gun Remove the wheel and store it in a safe area using a forklift truck Refer to section Handling and assembly Wheel assembly ...

Page 132: ... the calipers 3 from the brake disk 4 Remove the brake pads 5 from the calipers 3 Replace the brake pads 5 Reinstall the components Calibrate the brake system Part No Description 2018 4700 170 Kit of four brake pads 5 2018 4700 180 Kit of six brake pads 5 2018 4710 200 Brake pad clips 6 Refer to section Maintenance Calibrate the hydraulic braking system ...

Page 133: ...h oil Screw the filling plug 1 on the master cylinder Locate the calipers 2 of the first axle Unscrew plug 3 from the calipers to release air Apply the brake pedal or hand brake slowly until oil comes out of the caliper 1 Maintain the brake pedal or hand brake in position Screw the plug 3 on the calipers Release the brakes Repeat these steps until all calipers are purged Always purge the calipers ...

Page 134: ...Measure the length of the master cylinder rod 1 Remove the filling plug located on top of the cylinder Partially apply the brake pedal or hand brake until the master cylinder rod retracts of 1 2 55 cm Maintain the brake in position Fill the master cylinder with oil Make sure the cylinder is completely filled to prevent air infiltration Install and tighten the filling plug Release the brake pedal o...

Page 135: ... with a minimum lifting capacity of 4000 lbs 2000 kg lift the spreader wheel Remove the wheel nuts with an air impact gun Remove the wheel and store it in a safe area using a forklift truck Do not lower the spreader to avoid damaging the brake boosters Refer to section Handling and assembly Wheel assembly Remove dust shields Unscrew nuts and locknuts from the upper 1 and lower 2 dust shields Remov...

Page 136: ... Description 2018 4710 180 Brake drum 2 Apply and maintain air pressure in the emergency line red hose to release the braking mechanism Unscrew the nuts 1 Remove the brake drum 2 Use a fiber hammer if it is difficult to remove Remove the hub 3 4 5 Secure the hub 3 with two wheel nuts and safety chains as illustrated in Detail A Unscrew the locknut 4 and remove the bolt 5 from the steering knuckle ...

Page 137: ...e spring 9 Apply and maintain air pressure in the emergency line red hose to release tension on the springs Remove the two retaining springs 8 hooked between the upper 6 and the lower 7 brake linings using spring pliers Remove the blue spring 9 to clear the brake linings Remove the upper 6 and the lower 7 brake linings Install new air brake parts Refer to section Handling and assembly Air brake as...

Page 138: ...air pressure in the braking system Connect the tractor air brake outlets to the spreader emergency line red hose and service line yellow blue hoses Make sure the pressure is maintained between 70 to 100 psi 4 83 to 6 90 bar NEVER EXCEED 120 psi 8 27 bar or Connect a compressor to the spreader emergency line red hose Make sure the compressed air is filtered and regulated between 70 to 100 psi 4 83 ...

Page 139: ...rs must be adjusted manually They require periodic adjustments to ensure optimal braking performance Lubricate slack adjusters with grade 2 PRECISIONTM XL5 MOLY EP2 grease or equivalent after the first three months of use then every six months Using a grease gun add a small quantity of grease in the grease fitting 2 DO NOT overfill the grease chamber to avoid damaging the seals Apply parking brake...

Page 140: ...6 150 mm 12 300 mm The hydraulic suspension is perfectly adjusted and the spreader inclination is adequate More than 6 150 mm Less than 6 150 mm Adjust the inclination of the spreader tank by removing shims 1 between the draw bar and the tank Less than 6 150 mm More than 6 150 mm Adjust the inclination of the spreader tank by adding shims 1 between the draw bar and the tank X Y 12 300 mm When the ...

Page 141: ...ader Connect the suspension hydraulic hose to the tractor Open the ball valve 1 of the suspension hydraulic hose Engage the hydraulics to add or to remove oil in the suspension cylinders 1 To add oil in the cylinders the cylinders must be filled and fully extended Engage the hydraulics to remove a small amount of oil in order to remove air inside the cylinders Add oil until the length of the suspe...

Page 142: ...ufficient Remove both suspension hydraulic hoses from the frame The hoses are located at the front of the spreader Connect both suspension hydraulic hoses to the tractor Open the two ball valves 1 of the suspension hydraulic hoses Engage the hydraulics to add or to remove oil in the suspension cylinders Repeat this step twice 1 To add oil in the cylinders the cylinders must be filled and fully ext...

Page 143: ...e attempting to calibrate the reversing valve manually slide the valve spool in order to remove any particle that could be stuck inside Refer to the following steps Valve spool Connect the hydraulic circuit of the primer pump to the tractor outlets Activate the tractor hydraulic control Close the ball valve 1 to activate the primer pump Push the valve spool firmly by inserting a nail 2 in the open...

Page 144: ...tment 4 four turns The primer pump piston cylinder will reach the end of stroke and stop Gradually unscrew the adjustment screw 7 until the piston cylinder moves toward the opposite end of stroke Tighten the adjustment nut 5 If the piston cylinder does not move screw completely the adjustment screw 7 and redo the steps using the adjustment screw 8 and nut 6 Gradually unscrew the reversing valve ad...

Page 145: ...just power steering 2018 9015 001 09 2016 145 192 9 31 Adjust power steering If necessary 2 3 4 4 5 5 5 4 1 4 Legend 1 Guiding mechanism 4 Restrictor 2 Power steering control valve 5 End axle cable 3 Safety mechanism ...

Page 146: ...ne until all wheels are perfectly aligned Refer to the Wheels alignment section below Turn off the tractor and apply the hand brake Loosen the square head bolts 7 5 3 4 1 16 2 mm 1 7 6 2 Set a gap of 1 16 2 mm between each finger 6 and the draw bar Secure the fingers 6 by tightening the square head bolts 7 Wheels alignment Align the spreader and the tractor by slowly pulling the spreader in a stra...

Page 147: ... tractor supplies the hydraulic flow rate to the spreader power steering system Depending on the spreader and tractor model the flow rate must be adjusted as indicated in the following chart Spreader model Hydraulic flow EL48 4D 3 4 US gpm 11 15 lpm EL48 6D 6 8 US gpm 23 30 lpm EL48 8D 9 12 US gpm 34 45 lpm Fine tuning A final adjustment is necessary to ensure proper functioning of the hydraulic s...

Page 148: ...rew the adjustment nut 3 and the cable nut 4 located within the parallel bars for the corresponding axle end Move the protective envelope 5 to obtain the same cable length 6 at both ends of the cable Secure both adjustment nuts 3 1 2 4 3 5 3 4 5 6 Tighten the cable nuts 4 to keep the protective envelope in place Remove the vise grip Test the adjustment Move slowly the spreader and engage the hydra...

Page 149: ...s have been performed Note Adjust the release point of the tractor hydraulic lever prior to adjust the control valve Note The tractor hydraulic lever will return to neutral position when the relief valve is set too high Set the tractor oil flow to minimum Slowly unscrew the relief valve 1 until the lever of the tractor stops returning to neutral position automatically 1 9 32 Shear bolts replacemen...

Page 150: ...mmissioning Decommissioning may only be performed by qualified personnel in accordance with the safety instructions Read the section Safety Personnel qualifications 10 2 Safety instructions for decommissioning Attention Keep all hose couplings clear of dirt and sand when disconnected from the tractor Always hook them on their supports Read the section Safety ...

Page 151: ... sure the spreader is empty Make sure all drains and cleaning openings are closed Fill 1 3 of the spreader tank with water Move the tractor back and forth to stir water inside the tank Move it to a spreading area and spread the wasted water to clean the discharge pipe and hoses Pressure wash the entire product and equipment Move to a storage area Open the drains and cleaning openings Keep them ope...

Page 152: ...r Raise the spreader draw bar using a jack Disconnect the PTO driveline if applicable Disconnect all hydraulic and pneumatic hoses and hook them on the support Disconnect the spreader from the tractor draw bar Remove the ball from the hitch Clean the grease chamber 1 and the ball 2 using a clean cloth and gasoline Apply grease in the grease chamber Reinstall the ball 2 and the dust cover 3 1 2 3 1...

Page 153: ...Appendix Label position 2018 9015 001 09 2016 153 192 11 Appendix 11 1 Label position 11 1 1 Safety labels B C D A H E J I F G H A F H K ...

Page 154: ... 2018 9015 001 09 2016 154 192 L A 2099 4720 100 B 2099 4721 080 C 2099 4721 050 D 2099 4721 060 E 2099 4721 020 F 2099 4720 020 G 2010 4701 590 H 2007 4700 390 I 2010 4703 430 J 2010 4703 440 K 2099 4722 040 L 2018 4701 840 ...

Page 155: ...Appendix Label position 2018 9015 001 09 2016 155 192 11 1 2 Lubrication labels A A A A A A A A A A A A A A B A A A A A A 2099 4701 240 B 2099 4701 250 ...

Page 156: ...diagrams 2018 9015 001 09 2016 156 192 11 2 Pneumatic diagrams 11 2 1 EL48 4D air braking system 2 6 5 6 1 3 4 6 5 6 5 Legend 1 Supply line 4 Control valve 2 Service line 5 Test connection 3 Air tank 6 Air chamber booster ...

Page 157: ...matic diagrams 2018 9015 001 09 2016 157 192 11 2 2 EL48 6D air braking system 6 6 6 5 4 4 3 2 1 6 5 5 5 6 6 5 3 Legend 1 Supply line 4 Control valve 2 Service line 5 Test connection 3 Air tank 6 Air chamber booster ...

Page 158: ...tic diagrams 2018 9015 001 09 2016 158 192 11 2 3 EL48 8D air braking system 6 6 6 5 4 4 2 1 6 5 6 6 6 6 5 5 5 3 3 Legend 1 Supply line 4 Control valve 2 Service line 5 Test connection 3 Air tank 6 Air chamber booster ...

Page 159: ...lic braking system 2018 9015 001 09 2016 159 192 11 3 Hydraulic diagram EL48 4D hydraulic braking system A A A A C B D B B B B B B B supplied only for manually activated brakes Legend A Disk brakes C Master cylinder B Calipers D Pressure gauge ...

Page 160: ...aking system 2018 9015 001 09 2016 160 192 11 4 Hydraulic diagram EL48 6D hydraulic braking system A A A A C B D B B B B B B B A A B B B B supplied only for manually activated brakes Legend A Disk brakes C Master cylinder B Calipers D Pressure gauge ...

Page 161: ...system 2018 9015 001 09 2016 161 192 11 5 Hydraulic diagram EL48 8D hydraulic braking system A A A A C B D B B B B B B B A A A A B B B B B B B B supplied only for manually activated brakes Legend A Disk brakes C Master cylinder B Calipers D Pressure gauge ...

Page 162: ... steering 2018 9015 001 09 2016 162 192 11 6 Hydraulic diagram EL48 4D hydraulic power steering 2 4 1 5 3 6 4 2 Legend 1 Axle 1 non steerable 4 Compression spring 2 Axle 2 steerable 5 Power steering cylinder 3 Power steering control valve 6 Restrictor ...

Page 163: ... 192 11 7 Hydraulic diagram EL48 6D hydraulic power steering 3 1 2 4 1 3 8 8 5 5 5 5 7 6 Legend 1 Axle 1 steerable 5 Compression spring 2 Axle 2 non steerable 6 Power steering cylinder Axle 1 3 Axle 3 steerable 7 Power steering cylinder Axle 3 4 Power steering control valve 8 Restrictor ...

Page 164: ...D hydraulic power steering 5 1 4 3 2 1 4 2 10 10 10 6 6 6 6 6 6 7 9 8 Legend 1 Axle 1 steerable 6 Compression spring 2 Axle 2 steerable 7 Power steering cylinder Axle 1 3 Axle 3 non steerable 8 Power steering cylinder Axle 2 4 Axle 4 steerable 9 Power steering cylinder Axle 4 5 Power steering control valve 10 Restrictor ...

Page 165: ...iagram Self loading option 2018 9015 001 09 2016 165 192 11 9 Hydraulic diagram Self loading option 2 3 1 4 5 Legend 1 Inner valve cylinder 4 Reversing valve 2 Primer pump cylinder 5 Ball valve 3 Inner valve control lever ...

Page 166: ...tion 2018 9015 001 09 2016 166 192 11 10 Hydraulic diagram Solenoid valves control option 2 3 1 6 5 4 Legend 1 Solenoid valve 4 Hydraulic component 2 2 Selector switch 5 Tractor hydraulic outlets 3 Hydraulic component 1 6 Tractor electric connection 12VDC ...

Page 167: ... Hydraulic diagram Nursing kit option 2018 9015 001 09 2016 167 192 11 11 Hydraulic diagram Nursing kit option 2 3 1 4 4 Legend 1 Hydraulic cylinder 3 Hydraulic motor 2 Optional hydraulic cylinder 4 Restrictor ...

Page 168: ... 09 2016 168 192 11 12 Hydraulic Diagrams Flex drop hoses or Low pressure deflectors 11 12 1 Flex Drop Hoses or Low Pressure Deflectors with Folding Ends 2 3 1 4 2 3 4 4 4 Legend 1 Tool bar hydraulic cylinder 3 Ball valve 2 Folding end hydraulic cylinder 4 Restrictor P Pressure T Tank ...

Page 169: ...2016 169 192 11 12 2 Flex Drop Hoses or Low Pressure Deflectors with Folding Ends and Hydraulic Shredder 2 4 1 5 2 4 5 5 5 3 Legend 1 Tool bar hydraulic cylinder 4 Ball valve 2 Folding end hydraulic cylinder 5 Restrictor 3 Shredder hydraulic motor 6 Pressure relief valve P Pressure T Tank ...

Page 170: ...1 09 2016 170 192 11 12 3 Flex Drop Hoses or Low Pressure Deflectors with Folding Ends and Recirculation Kit 2 4 1 5 2 4 5 5 5 3 4 Legend 1 Tool bar hydraulic cylinder 4 Ball valve 2 Folding end hydraulic cylinder 5 Restrictor 3 Recirculation valve hydraulic cylinder P Pressure T Tank ...

Page 171: ...oses or Low Pressure Deflectors with Folding Ends Recirculation Kit and Hydraulic Shredder 2 5 1 6 2 5 6 6 6 3 5 4 7 Legend 1 Tool bar hydraulic cylinder 5 Ball valve 2 Folding end hydraulic cylinder 6 Restrictor 3 Shredder hydraulic motor 7 Pressure relief valve 4 Recirculation valve hydraulic cylinder P Pressure T Tank ...

Page 172: ...11 13 1 22 Concave disc incorporators without folding ends 1 5 2 4 6 3 7 Legend 1 Tool bar hydraulic cylinder 5 Restrictor 2 Recirculation valve hydraulic cylinder 6 Ball valve included with recirculation kit 3 Shredder hydraulic motor 7 Relief valve kit for pressurized tool bar optional 4 Pressure relief valve P Pressure T Tank C D Case Drain ...

Page 173: ...1 6 2 5 7 4 2 7 6 6 6 8 3 9 Legend 1 Tool bar hydraulic cylinder 6 Restrictor 2 Folding end hydraulic cylinder 7 Ball valve 3 Shredder hydraulic motor 8 Ball valve included with recirculation kit 4 Recirculation valve hydraulic cylinder 9 Relief valve kit for pressurized tool bar optional 5 Pressure relief valve P Pressure T Tank C D Case Drain ...

Page 174: ... 14 1 24 Hydraulic Disc Injectors 6 Injectors without tool bar cylinders 1 7 4 6 1 1 1 1 1 5 5 5 5 5 5 2 3 Legend 1 Disc hydraulic cylinder 5 Restrictor 2 Shredder hydraulic motor optional 6 Ball valve included with recirculation kit 3 Recirculation valve hydraulic cylinder optional 7 Pressure gauge 4 Pressure relief valve P Pressure T Tank ...

Page 175: ...6 1 1 1 1 1 5 5 5 5 5 5 2 2 3 4 Legend 1 Disc hydraulic cylinder 6 Ball valve included with recirculation kit 2 Tool bar hydraulic cylinder 7 Pressure gauge 3 Shredder hydraulic motor optional 8 Pressure relief valve 4 Recirculation valve hydraulic cylinder optional 9 Relief valve kit for pressurized tool bar optional 5 Restrictor P Pressure T Tank C D Case Drain ...

Page 176: ...ctors without tool bar cylinders 1 1 1 1 1 1 5 5 5 5 5 5 1 1 5 5 7 4 6 2 3 7 8 Legend 1 Disc hydraulic cylinder 5 Restrictor 2 Shredder hydraulic motor optional 6 Ball valve included with recirculation kit 3 Recirculation valve hydraulic cylinder optional 7 Pressure gauge 4 Pressure relief valve 8 Needle valve P Pressure T Tank ...

Page 177: ... 5 5 5 5 2 2 3 4 1 1 5 5 9 7 10 Legend 1 Disc hydraulic cylinder 6 Ball valve included with recirculation kit 2 Tool bar hydraulic cylinder 7 Pressure gauge 3 Shredder hydraulic motor optional 8 Pressure relief valve 4 Recirculation valve hydraulic cylinder optional 9 Needle valve 5 Restrictor 10 Relief valve kit for pressurized tool bar optional P Pressure T Tank C D Case Drain ...

Page 178: ... Injectors 1 5 5 4 2 1 6 3 7 Legend 1 Tool bar hydraulic cylinder 5 Restrictor 2 Shredder hydraulic motor optional 6 Ball valve included with recirculation kit 3 Recirculation valve hydraulic cylinder optional 7 Relief valve kit for pressurized tool bar optional 4 Pressure relief valve P Pressure T Tank C D Case Drain ...

Page 179: ... 5 7 8 8 Legend 1 Tool bar hydraulic cylinder 5 Restrictor 2 Shredder hydraulic motor optional 6 Ball valve included with recirculation kit 3 Recirculation valve hydraulic cylinder optional 7 Relief valve kit for pressurized tool bar optional 4 Pressure relief valve 8 To the folding end cylinder P Pressure T Tank C D Case Drain ...

Page 180: ...sc Injectors 1 5 5 4 1 2 6 3 7 Legend 1 Tool bar hydraulic cylinder 5 Restrictor 2 Shredder hydraulic motor optional 6 Ball valve included with recirculation kit 3 Recirculation valve hydraulic cylinder optional 7 Relief valve kit for pressurized tool bar optional 4 Pressure relief valve P Pressure T Tank C D Case Drain ...

Page 181: ...016 181 192 11 18 Hydraulic diagram 38 FT Wide Tool Bar with 3 Deflectors 2 1 3 5 4 4 5 4 4 4 6 5 5 Legend 1 Tool bar hydraulic cylinder 4 Pressure relief valve 2 Folding arm hydraulic motor left side 5 Restrictor 3 Folding arm hydraulic motor right side 6 Ball valve P Pressure T Tank ...

Page 182: ... 192 11 19 Electric diagram 11 19 1 Signal lights Left side Right side Auxiliary lights 2 3 4 5 6 7 1 Legend 1 White W Ground 2 Black Bl Auxiliary lights 3 Yellow Y Left flasher 4 Red R Brakes 5 Green G Right flasher 6 Brown Br Parking light 7 Not used ...

Page 183: ... product 1 Set a pail on a level surface and install a 24 60 cm round plate at the center of the pail 2 Fill a second pail with homogenized liquid manure and slowly pour it in the center of the plate until it overflows all around the plate Remain close to the plate when pouring the liquid manure 3 Wait for one minute 4 Measure the thickness of the liquid manure at the center of the plate ...

Page 184: ...the spreader tank with liquid manure Note the volume of manure inside the spreader tank Move to a spreading area Position the tool bar to spread Move the spreader at a constant speed Spread the manure and monitor the time it takes for the spreader to be empty Note time and speed Measure and note the width of the spreading pattern Spreader volume Result _______________ litres or gal UK Spreading ti...

Page 185: ...ters 9 6 km h 26359 litres hectare Imperial unit Flow rate x 495 spreading width tractor speed gal UK acre Example 1067 gal UK minute x 495 38 feet 6 mph 2316 gal UK acre Spreading rate versus spreading speed Determine the proper spreading rate according to your application in order to define the tractor speed Apply the rule of three as follows Tractor speed x required spreading rate monitored spr...

Page 186: ...e reduced To adjust the flow rate proceed with the steps below If the first adjustment step is insufficient to obtain the desired spreading rate proceed with the second adjustment step and so on 11 22 1 Spreader with PTO 1 reduce the speed of the PTO 2 adjust the flow regulator 3 add a restriction plate in the housing 4 add a restrictor in the directional valve 5 finally insert restrictors in the ...

Page 187: ...fore limiting the amount of manure inside the distributor Note Always restrain flow rate using the flow regulator before adding a restrictor inside the manual directional valve 1 2 To maximize manure flow inside the distributor position the tension spring near the edge of the lever 1 The tension on the spring will increase and close the flapper inside the return pipe To limit manure flow to the di...

Page 188: ...er can be equipped with more than one spreading tool at a time A directional valve is installed on the discharge pipe allowing the user to select a spreading tool Flow rate can be reduced only inside the lower spreading tool by placing a restrictor in the lower opening of the directional valve Note Always restrain flow rate using the flow regulator before adding a restrictor inside the manual dire...

Page 189: ... 22 2 Spreader with hydraulic HE impeller drive 1 adjust the flow control 2 insert restrictors in the deflectors Step 1 Flow control if applicable A spreader can be equipped with a manual flow control to set the flow rate The control range can be set from 0 to 100 Step 2 Deflector restrictor if applicable When using a tool bar to spread manure a restrictor is inserted in each deflector to limit th...

Page 190: ...tomotive Engineers USA United States of America WWW World Wide Web Units Explanation Units Explanation A ampere kg kilogram AC alternative current kPa kilopascal cm centimeter kW kilowatt degree km h kilometers per hour C degree Celsius lpm liter per minute F degree Fahrenheit lb pound DC direct current m meter ft foot min minute ft lb foot pound mph miles per hour gal gallon mm millimeter gpm gal...

Page 191: ...Appendix Abbreviations 2018 9015 001 09 2016 191 192 ...

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