13C50-0165 - Stationary Vertical Mixer V-Mix 280 Standard - March 2016
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4.3 BREAK-IN
Although there are no operational restrictions on the Mixer when
it is used for the first time, it is recommended that the following
mechanical items be checked:
After operating for 1 hour:
• Check the alignment of the pulleys� Align as required�
• Check the tension of the belts� Tension as required�
• Retorque all fasteners and hardware�
After operating for 10 hours:
• Check the alignment of pulleys and tension of belts� Align and
tension as required�
• Retorque all fasteners and hardware�
• Go to the normal servicing and maintenance schedule as
defined in the Maintenance Section�
4.4 PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST
Efficient and safe operation of the Valmetal Vertical Mixer requires
that each operator reads and understands the operating proce-
dures and all related safety precautions outlined in this section� A
pre-operation checklist is provided for the operator� It is important
to follow this checklist in order to ensure personal safety and the
good mechanical condition of the machine�
Before operating the Mixer and each time thereafter, the following
areas should be checked off:
1� Lubricate the machine per the schedule outlined in the Main-
tenance Section�
2� Check for entangled material in any components�
3� Check that all electrical wires and connections are in good
condition and tight�
4� Make sure that the mixer is sitting level and that the electronic
scale is calibrated�
5� Check tension and alignment of all conveyor chains� Tension
and align as required�
6� Make sure all guards and shields are in place, secured and
functioning as designed�
4.5 OPERATING
4.5.1 - OPERATIONAL HINTS
Although the mixer is simple and easy to operate, there are some
basic rules and steps to follow to achieve top mixing performance� It
may be necessary to make some trial loads before the ideal mixture
is achieved�
4.5.2 - SET-UP
Hay restrictors must be set (you will have to experiment with various
settings until the desired length of cut is achieved)
4.5.3 - LOADING
Note : Always remove twines from bale before putting into the tub�
4.5.4 - BIG BALES
Large square or round bales must be processed alone before they
can be mixed efficiently with other ingredients�
It is very important that dry forages are coarsely cut first, than the
other ingredients can be added while the mixer is running�
The long stem forages will continue to be cut as other materials are
added and mixed�
4.5.5 - LOADING SEQUENCE
After the long stem forages are coarsely cut, other ingredients can
be added and mixed�
The loading sequence may vary but typical sequence would be :
1� Haylage�
2� Corn silage�
3� Small quantity ingredients (minerals, proteins, etc�)�
4� Grains, wet and dry ingredients�
5� Water or any other liquid ingredients�
As a rule of thumb, when all ingredients are added, allow a final mix
time of 3 to 7 minutes�
You may have to make some tries to find the best loading sequence
for your own situation�
4.5.6 - ADJUSTMENTS
When processing material, especialy when the mixture consists of
a high percentage of hay, there may be spillage over the side of the
tub� To remedy :
• Operate at low speed�
• Retract and lock out restrictor plates�
• Reduce load size�
If spillage still occurs, the optional rubber side extensions may be
needed�
