Ref / Pt.No: 294130
Operating Instructions for Safe Use
Fullwood M²erlin
Revision: C
Date: 24-Mar-17
294130
Page 17 of 81
* Equivalent pressure pumped
** Subject to number of cows, site washing conditions and length of delivery line
(Contact your Fullwood dealer for further details).
2.26.1 Cold Water
•
Cold water should be potable, i.e. fit for human consumption, according to relevant
legislation.
•
If separation / air gap is required for local regulations, a header tank and pressure
pump shall be used.
•
Pipes shall be lagged where necessary to prevent freezing.
2.26.2 Hot Water
•
Hot water should be potable, i.e. fit for human consumption, according to relevant
legislation.
•
Pipes shall be lagged where necessary to prevent freezing and heat loss.
2.26.3 Drainage
•
Provisions shall be made for foul drainage, either by connection to a properly
constructed septic tank or cesspool, constructed in accordance with current Dairy
Hygiene Regulations.
•
Drainage shall be through trapped gullies with water seals and rodent proof grid
covers.
•
Water from roofs and open yards, not subject to fouling, shall be drained to existing
storm drains through gulley traps.
•
Drainage shall be provided from the plant room and connected to the soiled water
system.
2.27 Luminance
At the M²erlin
350-500 luminous flux measured at the floor level
Position of lighting
Lighting should be positioned directly above the M²erlin to
prevent shadows which can disturb the cows
2.28 Consumption Figures
Values are based upon 180 milkings, 3 hot washes and 10 M
2
erlin rinses per day.
2.28.1
Services
Air m³
Electricity (kWh)
Hot Water (ltrs)
Cold Water (ltrs)
Per Day
38.33
3.6
192
1’180
Per Year
13’991
1’314
70’080
430’700
2.28.2
Chemicals
Acid (ltrs)
Alkali (ltrs)
Teat Dip
(ltrs)
Teat Rollers*
(ltrs)
Acid Injection
(ltrs)
Per Day
1.95 Total
3.6
3.6
0.84
Per Year
711.75 Total
1314
1314
306.6
Note: These values may vary according to factors such as length of delivery line, hardness of
water and installation of system.
