To be done before spreading
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Spreading pattern
check (tray test)
A tray test checks the distribution of the fertilizer as the spreader
distributes it. The results of this test will indicate if you can improve the
settings of the spreader, thereby improving the distribution of fertilizer
and limiting loss.
Tray tests can be performed by specialized companies, but it is also
possible to perform this test on your own. You will have to purchase
some materials for it, however.
We recommend that you request a specialized company to perform
the tray test as they can also provide you with advice and answer your
questions.
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WARNING
Avoid contact with the fertilizer and other material
You will most likely get into contact with the fertilizer and other
material 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. Contact with these materials could lead to personal
injury.
Be careful that nothing gets jammed
It is easy for parts to get jammed while adjusting the spreader.
Work carefully:
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switch the tractor off and remove the key from the ignition,
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engage the parking brake of the tractor,
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wait for all machine parts to come to a standstill before you
start with the adjustments,
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carefully follow the instructions given.
Friction with these materials could cause physical injury.
The test should be performed on your own. Operate the
machine on your own!
Dangerous situations for other people could easily occur when the
machine is turning and the test conducted. Contact with these
materials could cause physical injury.
Protecting the environment
Spreading a too high dose of materials outside of the field edge,
especially on water surface, creates a heavy burden on the
environment. Protect the environment by applying a correct
application rate in a correct working manner.
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. Approaching the machine while it is rotating can
cause serious or deadly injuries.
Work with a closed cabin
Fertilizer 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. Fertilizer dust and
a high sound level can cause physical damage.
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