Boumatic StepMetrix, Инструкция по установке, эксплуатации, техническому обслуживанию и ремонту

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9E-864C StepMetrix™ Installation Instructions 2
Introduction
Lameness caused by injury or disease is a majo r
cause of fin ancial loss to the dairy owner. The
BouMatic StepMetrix system monitors hind leg
and hoof soundness in dairy cattle, providing
dairy operators early warning of hoof or l eg
problems that cause economic loss. StepMetrix
detects cows that are lame in the hind legs (the
most common form of lameness) a s they return
from the milking parlor. It can detect cows which
look sound, but have hoof problems and are sub-
clinically lame. StepMetrix enables “lameness
trend tracking” which assesse s lameness trends
within individual cows, groups and the herd.
StepMetrix calculates SMX™ scores of hin d
limbs every time a cow walks over t he
StepMetrix sensor module. The SMX score is a
numerical point system, unique to the StepMetrix
system, indicating so undness or lameness.
StepMetrix provides an efficient, automatic
lameness detection system for mo nitoring cow
body condition and health. It dete cts early onset
of lameness, allowing early treatment. Early
detection helps to reduce the loss of milk
production and body weight, which are
associated with lamen ess. It can also provi de
useful information indicating the need f or
management changes for the cow, lot or herd.
1.
Preparation
1.1
Verifying Part and Tool Requirements
To prepare, ensure that you have the follo wing
(depending on whether your Step Metrix installation
uses a Bo uMatic or ISO [Internatio nal Standards
Organization] ID antenna):
Product Parts Quantity per Single StepMetrix Unit
StepMetrix sensor module .................................................. 1
StepMetrix steps (step up + step down) ............................. 2
StepMetrix LH positioning rails ........................................... 2
StepMetrix RH positioning rails........................................... 2
StepMetrix controller........................................................... 1
StepMetrix packed parts..................................................... 1
StepMetrix antenna ............................................................ 1
StepMetrix ID antenna shield.............................................. 1
StepMetrix software............................................................ 1
If something is missing, contact the
BouMatic Customer Service Department
immediately.
Dealer-Supplied Parts Quantity
2,3
Stranded wire, type TW insulated,
14 AWG (1.94 mm²) ....................................................a/r
2,3
Conduit fittings and fasteners......................................a/r
2,3
¾” SCH40 PVC pipe, elbows, tees ...............................a/r
CAT 5E cable....................................................................a/r
Ethernet communication hub ............................................a/r
Dealer-Supplied Miscellaneous Parts Quantity
2,3
Wire nuts ......................................................................a/r
Cable ties ..........................................................................a/r
A small wooden screw driver or one with a plastic shaft ...a/r
Note: Abbreviation a/r means, “as required”
Notes
1. Part available from BouMatic Equipment catalog
2. Part must com ply with NEC; state, and/or local code
standards.
3. Parts must be CSA approved if installed in Canada
4.
See subsection 1.2.4 for details explaining the n eed for this
part.
Other literature referenced in these instructions Section (§)
9P-476, Lighting Arrestor installation Instructions .......§1.2.5
9ES-768, ID Controller Installation Instructions…….......§1.9
9E-867, Ethernet Communications Instructions ............1.2.4
9E-892, SMX ISO ID Site Evaluation Instructions.......§1.2.8
1.2
Reviewing Installation Specifications
Plan the in stallation according to the following
guidelines:
1.2.1
StepMetrix Cow Traffic Guidelines
A training period is always necessary when
StepMetrix is first installed on a dairy. Cows will need
several consecutive passes over the platform befo re
they walk with a relaxed gait. The physical installation
of the StepMetrix is very important. If the device i s
installed in a steep return alleyway, cows may move
too quickly across the platform, resulting in a l ower
percentage of cows receiving an SMX score. Whe n
this location is the only a vailable option, it may be
necessary to install a n additional short platform at
least 10’-15’ (3m – 4.5m) away from the entrance at
the StepMetrix to both sl ow the cows down as they
cross the platform and to keep sufficient space
between cows. Cows walking over the system with a
normal walking gait will maximize the benefits of t he
StepMetrix system.
Do not push cows through the StepMetrix or allow
them to bun ch up a s they cross the platform. Th e