Rauch MDS 8.2, Instruction Manual

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8.3 Using the fertiliser chart
8.3.1 Information on the fertiliser chart
The values in the fertiliser chart have been determined using the test system of
the manufacturer.
The used fertiliser materials have been purchased from the fertiliser manufactur-
ers or from dealers. Experience shows that, due to storage, transportation and
other reasons, the fertiliser materials at your disposal - even with identical speci-
fication - might exhibit a different spreading behaviour.
This means that the machine settings specified in the fertiliser charts may result
in a different application rate and a poorer fertiliser distribution.
Therefore, observe the following instructions:

Be sure to check the actual application rate discharged by performing a cali-
bration test.
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Check the working width of the fertiliser distribution with a practice test kit (op-
tional equipment).
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Only use fertilisers listed in the fertiliser chart.
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Contact us if you do not find a particular fertiliser type in the fertiliser chart.
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Observe the setting values exactly. Even a slightly incorrect setting may ad-
versely affect the spreading pattern.
When using urea, particular attention is to be paid to the following:

Due to a great number of fertiliser imports, urea is available in a wide variety
of different qualities and grain sizes. It may therefore be required to adjust the
settings of the spreader.
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Urea is more sensitive to wind and absorbs more moisture than other fertil-
isers.
NOTICE
The operator is responsible for making the correct spreader adjustments ac-
cording to the fertiliser material in use.
The manufacturer of the machine points out specifically that they do not accept
any liability for subsequent damage resulting from incorrect spreader adjust-
ments.