agrotop easyFlow M User manual

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Operator manual
easyFlow M

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1. Introduction 3
2. Installation and startup 24
3. Operation 31
4. Notes 37
5. Spare parts easyFlow M 38
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Translation of the original German operator manual
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Status: 17.08.2018
Version: GB V1.40
BA-036-05 Rev: 08/2018
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1. Introduction
1 Container support (optional, recommended for using container >10 l)
2 easyFlow M basic unit
3 3 m discharge hose to the sprayer
(optional, recommended when installed as an external unit)
4 easyFlow container adapter
(order seperatly – see page 38 – usually 3-5 are needed)
5 GEKA jaw clutch (optional, for rinsing water connection)
6 Operating and installation instructions
1.1 easyFlow M basic unit and
optional accessories
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1.2 General safety instructions
To ensure proper operation of the system, please read these operating
instructions carefully before operating the device. Keep the operating
instructions for future reference.
Non-compliance to the working instructions and operating instructions
can endanger persons as well as the environment and the machine.
Non-observance of the safety instructions can lead to the loss of any claims
for damages.
Agrotop GmbH assumes no liability for damage and malfunctions resulting
from non-compliance with the operating instructions.
We reserve the right to make technical changes that serve to improve the
easyFlow M or that increase the safety standard – even without a separate
announcement.

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General symbols and notes
DANGER!
WARNING!
ATTENTION!
NOTE!
This symbol denotes an imminent danger. Failure to
avoid it will result in death or serious injury.
This symbol indicates a potentially imminent danger.
Failure to avoid it can result in death or serious injury.
This symbol indicates a potentially imminent danger.
Failure to avoid it may result in minor injury.
This symbol indicates a potentially harmful situation.
If it is not avoided, the device or something in its vicinity
may be damaged.

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The following manual uses the abbreviation“PPP”for plant protection
products.
Operator must follow all instruction on the label of the PPP.
For better illustration, work-related parts are colour marked in some of the
drawings in this manual. Real parts may vary in colour, size and proportions.
The installation options shown in this manual use simplied drawings that
may dier from the real conditions found on the individual sprayers.

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Indended Use
When using the easyFlow with plant protection products (PPP) always wear
standard personal protective equiptment (PPE) that is recommended during
mixing and loading of PPP, such as protective gloves, long sleeved shirts and
trousers, shoes and safety glasses.
The easyFlow M must only be used for dosing and transfer of registered liquid
PPP, strictly following the instructions for use and installation in this manual.
It is not permitted to transfer any inammable or explosive liquids or other
dangerous substances using this kit or any of the containing components. Any
use of this device, not explicitly indicated by this manual, is considered unintened
and strictly prohibited.
Safety conscious working
Before each use, the device must be checked for operational safety.
The safety instructions listed in this operating manual, the existing regulations
for accident prevention and internal operating, operating and internal safety
regulations of the operator must be observed.
For safe operation of the machine, the relevant accident prevention regulations,
the corresponding state health and safety regulations or the relevant state health
and safety and accident prevention regulations of other member states of the
European Union or other contracting states of the European Economic Area must
be strictly observed.
The eectiveness of operating and control components must not be inadmissible
inuenced or removed.
If mounted on a trolley, always check that the easyFlow M is placed on an even
surface to prevent accidental falls.

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Person qualication and training
The easyFlow M system may only be used, maintained and repaired by persons
who are familiar with it and have been instructed in the dangers involved.
The area of responsibility, competence and supervision of the personnel must be
precisely regulated by the operator. If the personnel does not have the necessary
knowledge, it must be trained and instructed.
A person to be trained may only work with the device under the supervision of an
experienced person. Furthermore, the operator must ensure that the contents of
the operating instructions are understood by the personnel.
Repairs that are not described in this manual may only be carried out by
authorized specialist workshops.
First time users may need to establish a routine for quick and easy handling.
If you do not feel condent with the dosing procedure or any other actions, we
recommend doing one or two test runs with an empty PPP-container to get
yourself familiar with the handling procedure.
Unauthorized conversion and spare parts production
Any changes or modications of this device or parts of it are subject to prior
authorization from the manufacturer. Noncompliance to this will result in a loss
of any warranty or liability obligations.
Defect components and assemblies must be replaced immediately! Use original
spare parts for replacement only. Noncompliance to this will result in a loss of any
warranty or liability obligations.

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Abuse and residual hazards
The operational safety of the delivered system is only guaranteed under
normal use. The limits given in the data sheets must under no circumstances be
exceeded.
Residual dangers are special hazards that can not be eliminated despite the
safety-compliant design. These residual hazards are not obvious and may be the
source of possible injury or health hazards (see European Standard EN 292/1
section 4).
If unforeseen residual hazards occur, the operation must be stopped immediately
and, if necessary, the responsible supervisor or the manufacturer must be
informed. This will make further decisions and does everything necessary
to eliminate the danger that has occurred. If necessary, inform the machine
manufacturer.
Behavior in case of accidents
In the event of accidents involving personal injury, the necessary rst-aid
measures must be initiated immediately, if necessary, medical assistance must be
requested and, if necessary, the nearest available supervisor notied.
Legal basis
This product complies with the specications and requirements of Directive
2006/42/EC (Machinery Directive).

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Instructions for storage
The easyFlow M must be stored in a frost-protected place.
To winter the device, remove the hoses, drain the unit completely and put the
measuring jug valve in pos. 3 (see page 16).

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1 Container support (recommended for PPP container larger than 10 l, see page 20)
2 Hand lever (see page 12.)
3 Bullseye level (see page 21)
4 Measuring jug (see page 21)
5 Measuring jug lever (see page 16.)
6 Discharge connection (installation options see page 27.)
7 Rinsing connection (see page 23)
8 Rinsing lever (see page 18)
9 Blind cap
10 Venting valve (see page 19)
1.3 System explanation
1.3.1 Components and parts of the easyFlow M system
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1.3.2 Functions of the components and controls
Hand lever
Connecting the PPP-container assembly with the easyFlow system:
Pull the easyFlow container adapter apart and screw it rmly on the PPP container
(see page 31).
To connect the easyFlow container adapter the hand lever must be turned
counterclockwise to the limit stop, then push lever forward. The blind cap can
now be removed (if used).
push to unlock

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Engage easyFlow container adapter (rmly mounted on PPP container) into the
easyFlow basic unit.
By pulling the hand lever backwards to the limit the container adapter is locked
and ready for dosing.
WARNING!
NOTE!
Immediately stop working if any leakage is noticed during
operating with the easyFlow system to prevent further
contamination!
If the lever is hard to pull or inhibited, the container adapter
has not latched properly. Slightly push down the
PPP container to latch the systems, then pull the lever.
The easyFlow is now locked in and dosing can start.

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Disconnecting the PPP-container assembly:
Hand lever must be turned counterclockwise until stop before unlocking.
Push the lever to unlock the easyFlow container adapter.
After removing the container adapter assembly, insert the blind cap and lock it in
by pulling the hand lever.
push to lock
ATTENTION!
Before disconnecting the easyFlow container adapter
(PPP container is still mounted), make sure the faces are
properly rinsed and, if the PPP container is empty that the
container rinsing has been carried out eciently with no
remaining PPP residues. For container rinsing see page 31.
(partial dosing) or page 34. (empty container).

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Dosing:
Turn the hand lever clockwise to open the container adapter for dosing of PPP. The
transfer rate increases accordingly with increasing opening angle (maximum 90°).
For complete container dosing, make sure the measuring jug lever is in position 2
(down). Turn hand lever clockwise until stop. Start rinsing procedure when
container is empty (see page 34.).
For partial dosing, turn the measuring jug lever in position 1 (centre). Gradual
turning the hand lever clockwise to meter PPP into the measuring jug. Turning
the lever open/close controls the ow rate. Stop dosing when required volume
is reached by turning hand lever counterclockwise untill stop. Now turn the
measuring jug lever it into position 2 (down) to transfer PPP to sprayer. Rinse
contaminated faces of the easyFlow adapter (see rinsing procedure page 31.)
before unlock the system.

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Measuring jug lever
The measuring jug lever oers three positions. It simultaneously operates the shut-o
valve of the measuring jug and the rinsing water valve.
Position 2:
Transfer Position 3: Rinsing
Position 1:
Dosing
To dose PPP into the measuring jug, turn the red lever
in the horizontal position 1 (dosing). Both valves are closed
in this position.
Setting the lever in position 2 (down) opens the valve of
the measuring jug to transfer the PPP to the sprayer, the rinsing
valve is closed. Transfer could be made by gravity or by using
a pump, e.g. connecting it to the plumbing system of the
sprayer pump.

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DANGER!
Check the discharge hose of the easyFlow M and all
connected parts (valves, induction hoppers, etc.) of the
discharge/suction line on the sprayer for unobstructed
runo before using the rinsing function. The connected
plumbing must allow a free ow at all times. All compo-
nents must have a min. diameter of 1" (hoses, valves,
pumps and couplings). Turn on the sprayer pump and open
the valves to the easyFlow M before starting PPP transfer.
Restrictions in the discharge or suction pipe can cause
damage to the easyFlow M and could cause operator
contamination. Do not exceed 6 bar pressure at the clean
water rinsing connection.
WARNING!
While transferring liquid out of the easyFlow M system
via pump or venturi, don’t exceed a ow rate of 100 l/min!
Excessive suction power may close the venting valve
(green cap). This could damage the easyFlow M system
and cause user contamination.
Position 3 (up) starts the rinsing procedure of the device, for both,
the partial dosing or full container transfer. The rinsing water is
drained into the plumbing circuit of the sprayer.

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Rinsing Lever
Pushing down the rinsing lever separates the interfaces
of container adapter and the easyFlow M basic unit in
order to ensure rinsing. This procedure is required before
disconnecting the container adapter after a partial dosing,
but also at the end of the rinsing of an empty container.
To operate set the measuring jug valve in pos. 3, then
push the rinsing lever. The hand lever must be closed (turn
counterclockwise to stop), but still locked (don’t push the
lever).
To start the rinsing procedures for an empty PPP container, turn the hand lever on the
easyFlow M basic unit clockwise until stop. Rotate the container clockwise during the
rinsing to get to all parts of it.
NOTE!
Cleaning must not be carried out on partially emptied
PPP container. This can lead to the deterioration of the PSM
and damage to the PSM container.

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Venting valve
The valve is needed for pressure
compensation, when operating the
easyFlow M as a closed system. The
valve closes automatically in case of
overow from the measuring jug
during dosing or rinsing, avoiding
leaking. It reopens automatically when
the liquid level falls.
The integrated button is spring loaded and stays open during normal operation.
Pressing the valve button shuts down the valve. This will build up a vacuum, if the
easyFlow M is connected to an active suction line. A short push will give a quick pulse
and the valve will open again, pressing the button for a longer period will close the
valve. A vacuum of at least –0,15 bar is required to shut the valve permanently,
if vacuum drops below –0,1 bar or the button is pulled the valve will open again.
To use this feature the measuring jug valve must be set to pos. 2 (down). In this position
the measuring jug cannot be used for measuring.
When dosing PPP with higher viscosity, it might be helpful to use the vacuum pulse as
described above to quick start the dosing process out of a full container.
NOTE!
This is only needed initially; afterwards the valve must
stay open to prevent damage from the PPP container and
the easyFlow system!

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Container support
PPP-containers with volumes larger than
10 l need additional support for secure
handling on top of the easyFlow M.
Turn the star knob (A) counterclockwise
to adjust the sliding guide (B) to the shape
of the container, putting it in a vertical
position upon the easyFlow M basic unit.
Fix the knob (A), by turning it clockwise, in the position where the PPP-container
is perpendicular, but still with enough free space to rotate.
ATTENTION!
It is not allowed to turn the lled-up PPP-container beyond
the retaining area of the container support. A tilt over can
cause damage to the easyFlow system!