2. Description and proper intended use
The Blitz cattle stunning apparatuses shall be used exclusively for the stunning of
animals for slaughter. Any use other than this is considered improper use.
The EU animal protection ordinance 1099/2009 and the applicable national
regulations shall be observed by the operator.
The device is subject to the EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC Annex 1, Point
2.2.2 "Portable fastening devices and other firing devices".
The device is to be stored such that it is secured against unauthorised use.
After igniting the propellant charge in the cartridge receiver (centre-fire), the bolt
accelerates, projects a defined distance out of the sleeve and is then withdrawn
back into the housing whereupon it remains in the device.
Calibre 9x17, centre-fire cartridges shall be used exclusively as the propellant
device.
For safe use, the cartridges used in this device must fulfil the
requirements of the corresponding C.I.P. approvals testing.
For optimum
results, we recommend the use of turbocut blank cartridges or products of
equivalent quality.
Functional principles of the cattle stunning apparatus
The energy of the blank cartridge is transferred to the bolt thus accelerating it so
that it penetrates the brain of the animal through the skullcap. The integrated
bolt spring and the rubber buffer brakes the bolt back to a standstill and pushes
it back into the device. To achieve optimum results and to protect the device, the
energy of the blank cartridge is tailored to the animal (see chapter 3 - Blanks
cartridges). With the Bullen Blitz model range, there is no bolt spring. A retaining
system is used in this case. This model range was specially developed for the
heaviest animals. The device has a larger projection length for the bolt than the
other cattle stunning apparatuses.
With the Blitz Schlag model range, the method used is the application of a
percussive blow to the head. This device is designed exclusively for stunning
poultry.
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3. Blank cartridges and their storage
The cattle stunning apparatuses have been specially developed for the centre-fire
cartridges (9x17 calibre, folded closed and sealed watertight) - only these
cartridges are permitted to be used!
The blank cartridges are available in four different charge levels for the different
types of animals. Particular care should be taken with the respective selection in
accordance with the type of animal and the size of animal. The selection of the
correct charge level for the respective animal ensures species-appropriate
stunning and helps to reduce the wear on the bolt spring and rubber buffer. The
printed information, the colour of the label and the colour of the percussion cap
indicates the charge level of the blank cartridges.
Cartridge recommendation:
Cartridge
Charge level
Type of animal
Green
Weak
Piglets (more than 5kg – 30kg), Pigs,
young sheep (up to 1 yr.), calves
Yellow
Medium
Sheep and goats (from 1 yr.), cattle, light oxen
Blue
Strong
Medium oxen and young bulls
Red
Very Strong
Horses, heaviest oxen and fully grown bulls
The cattle stunning apparatus can be guaranteed to operate properly if blank
cartridges and spare parts that are tested and approved by us are used. Blank
cartridges and spare parts can be re-ordered via your specialist dealer or via our
online shop:
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The blank cartridges should be stored in a dry location and protected from
unauthorised use. They should be stored exclusively in the original manufacturer's
packaging.
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4. Accessories and wearing parts
Blank cartridges
Art. number
Designation
3072002
Blank cartridge, green (weak charge)
3072001
Blank cartridge, yellow (medium charge)
3072004
Blank cartridge, blue (strong charge)
3072003
Blank cartridge, red (very strong charge)
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