APV PS 800 M1 Operational manual

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Translation of the original operating manual
PS 800 M1
HG 450 M1
Read carefully before initial operation!
As of HG serial number: 08002-01500
Version: 01/2017, V2.2
Order no.: 0060
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It may NOT
seem inconvenient and unnecessary to read and observe the
operating instructions. It is not enough to hear and see from
others that an implement is good, and then to buy it and
believe that everything takes care of itself. The person
concerned would then not only cause damage to himself, but
also make the mistake of assuming that the cause of any
problems is due to the implement, instead of himself. To
ensure success, one has to go into the spirit of things, and
instruct oneself about the purpose of all equipment on the
implement and gain experience with its handling. Only then
can one be satisfied both with the implement and oneself.
These operating instructions aim to achieve this.
Leipzig-Plagwitz 1872

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Table of contents
1 EC Declaration of Conformity ....................................................................................... 4
2 Provisions..................................................................................................................... 5
3 Warranty....................................................................................................................... 5
4 Accident prevention safety instructions ........................................................................ 5
5 Mounting the PS........................................................................................................... 6
5.1 Layout and mode of operation............................................................................... 6
5.2 Mounting on an implement ....................................................................................6
5.3 Installation of the baffle plates...............................................................................7
5.4 Attachment of the control box................................................................................ 9
5.5 Electrical connections.......................................................................................... 10
6 Hydraulic blower fan drive .......................................................................................... 10
6.1 Connecting the blower fan................................................................................... 10
6.2 Setting values (HG) ............................................................................................. 12
6.3 Setting procedure (HG) ....................................................................................... 12
6.4 Scheme (HG) ...................................................................................................... 14
6.5 Function of the blower fan pressure sensor and the hydraulic pressures switch. 15
6.6 Hydraulic system (HG) ........................................................................................ 16
7 Settings ...................................................................................................................... 17
7.1 Proper selection of the meter roll ........................................................................ 17
7.2 Dismounting (changing) the meter roll................................................................. 19
7.3 Bottom flap (brush adjustment) ........................................................................... 21
7.4 Agitator................................................................................................................ 21
7.5 Swell air plate ...................................................................................................... 22
7.6 Sensors ............................................................................................................... 23
7.7 Adjusting the hopper cover.................................................................................. 23
7.7 Working widths seeding tables............................................................................ 24
7.8 Calibration test / Regulation of the seed rate ...................................................... 30
7.9 Operation on the field ..........................................................................................31
7.10 Emptying the hopper ........................................................................................... 31
8 Maintenance and care................................................................................................ 32
8.1 General ............................................................................................................... 32
8.2 Location of the rating plate .................................................................................. 33
9 Technical Specifications............................................................................................. 34
10 Connection diagram ................................................................................................... 35
11 Accessories ................................................................................................................ 36
12 My idea....................................................................................................................... 38
13 Safety instructions ...................................................................................................... 39
13.1 Intended use ....................................................................................................... 39
13.2 General safety-related instructions and accident prevention regulations .......... 40
13.3 Mounted implements ........................................................................................... 42
13.4 Maintenance........................................................................................................ 42
14 Safety signs................................................................................................................ 43
15 Notes.......................................................................................................................... 47

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1 EC Declaration of Conformity
In compliance with Directive 2006/42 EC
The manufacturer APV - Technische Produkte GmbH.
Dallein 15, AT-3753 Hötzelsdorf hereby declares that the product
Pneumatic seed drill
"PS 800 M1"
"HG 450 M1"
Implement type designation / serial no. (see handover declaration and title page)
to which this declaration of conformity refers, complies with the relevant basic safety and
health requirements of EC Directive 2006/42 EC as well as the requirements of other
relevant EC Directives
2006/42/EC Machinery Directive
2004/108/EC EMC Directive
If applicable: Title / Number / Current version of the other EC Directives
For proper implementation of the safety and health requirements mentioned in the
EC Directives, the following standards and/or technical
specifications were taken into account:
EN 12100/1; EN 1200100/2
EN 14018 Agricultural and forestry machinery – Seed drills – Safety
EN 349 Safety of machinery – Minimum gaps to avoid crushing of parts of the human body
EN 60204-1 Safety of machinery – Electrical equipment
EN 953 Safety of machinery – Guards
ISO 12100 Safety of machinery – General principles for design – Risk assessment and risk reduction
ISO 13857 Safety of machinery – Safety distances
If applicable: Title / Number / Current version
Your CE contact person at APV is Mr. Jürgen Schöls.
He can be reached at the telephone number [phone].
Dallein, 01/2017
City, Date
Signature
Ing. Jürgen Schöls
Management

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2 Provisions
Dear customer!
We are pleased and congratulate you on your purchase and wish you lots of fun and
success in working with this implement!
Please be sure to read all the instructions in this operating manual before operating the
implement!
3 Warranty
Please check the implement for any transport damage immediately upon receipt. Later
claims regarding transport damage can no longer be considered.
We provide a one-year factory warranty as of the date of delivery (your invoice or the
delivery slip serve as a warranty certificate).
This warranty is applicable for cases of material or construction faults and does not include
parts that are damaged by normal or excessive wear.
The warranty expires,
−if damage is caused by external forces.
−in cases of operating errors.
−if the prescribed requirements are not met.
−if the implement is modified, expanded or equipped with third-party spare parts
without our permission.
−if the implement is cleaned with water.
−if the spreader is used for snow and ice removal.
4 Accident prevention safety instructions
The general accident prevention regulations of the respective countries must be observed.
The implement may only be used by persons who are informed of the hazards.
Check the hazard area before starting up and operating the implement! (Children!) Ensure
sufficient visibility!
The warning and information stickers applied to the implement provide important
instructions for safe operation: observe them for the sake of your own safety!
Before starting work, you should get to know all of the equipment and operating elements
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5 Mounting the PS
5.1 Layout and mode of operation
The "PS 800 M1" pneumatic seed drill is a spreader and seed drill with a total capacity of
800 litres.
The meter roll is driven by a 12 V electric gear motor, which is regulated by the control
box. The speed of the meter roll can be comfortably regulated from the driver's seat using
the control box. Here, there is the option of using speed sensors (see operating
instructions for the control box) to regulate the speed of the meter roll according to the
ground speed!
Power can be supplied to the control box either through the 3-pin standard socket or
optionally directly from the battery.
The blower fan is driven by a hydraulic motor, which is controlled via a valve. This can be
used to adjust the speed of the blower fan impeller and therefore the working width and
the required air volume for various seed types! The implement also has a pressure sensor
in the air flow and a fill level sensor for monitoring.
5.2 Mounting on an implement
To mount the PS 800 M1 on an implement, you must
ensure that the intended carrier or the design is capable
of carrying a load of at least two tons without suffering
damage!
If this is not given, both devices can be damaged!
The contact area must have a minimum dimension of
560 x 800 mm!
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5.3 Installation of the baffle plates
The baffle plates can be mounted using the standard supplied hexagon shaft or directly
(without the hexagon shaft) onto the soil tillage implement.
The following points must be noted when mounting onto the implement (cultivator, harrow,
etc.):
•To install the baffle plates, you must use pliers to bend the "tabs" on the sides
towards the rear (approx. 80°, see Fig.: 3) and then bolt or weld them with the
hexagon shaft onto the implement.
•To prevent the baffle plates from sliding to the sides on the hexagon shaft, fasten
the baffle plates with the supplied plate nuts and bolts (see Fig.: 4).
•The baffle plates should be evenly distributed over the entire width of the implement
(max. 75 cm)!
•The baffle plates should have approx. 40 cm clearance from the tilled soil!
•The seed hoses should flow into the baffle plates vertically (90°). Therefore, the
baffle plates should also be mounted vertically (90°) on the hexagon shaft! (see
Fig.: 5)
~80°
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Fig.: 4
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5.4 Attachment of the control box
Fasten the standard supplied bracket with two bolts in the tractor cab.
12-pin plug 3-pin plug
6-pin plug 30 A fuse
CAUTION: If possible, do not roll up the cable!
On the bottom side of the control box, there is a 3-pin plug (= connection to the steady
plus on the tractor), a 6-pin plug (= connection of the seed drill with the control box) and a
12-pin plug for the sensors (e.g.: radar sensor or cable for 7-pin standard socket, etc.).
Upon customer request, these are available as accessories for the PS 800 M1 seed drill!
A 30 A fuse is located on the right side of the control box.
TIP: pay attention to the angle at which you look at the control box, to be able to read the
display optimally. If necessary, bend the bracket slightly to adjust the angle as required.
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5.5 Electrical connections
The standard supplied cable can be directly connected to
the 3-pin standard socket of the tractor in the cab. The
other end is connected to the control box.
The fuse (30 A) is located on the right side of the control
box.
TIP: if your tractor does not have a standard socket, it can
be retrofitted with the Tractor cable set (Item no. 00410-
2-022) (accessories).
CAUTION: The 12 volt power supply must NOT be connected to the socket for the
cigarette lighter!
After using the implement, the control box should be disconnected again (for various
safety-related reasons).
If your battery is charged by a charger that is in "Start" operating mode, there can be
voltage peaks! These can cause damage to the electrical system of the control box if it is
also connected when the battery is being charged!
6 Hydraulic blower fan drive
6.1 Connecting the blower fan
For the PS 800 M1, the hydraulic blower fan is driven directly by the tractor hydraulic
system.
Two hoses are intended for coupling to the tractor:
-The return line (marked in yellow, BG4) must flow
back into the tractor oil tank unpressurised
(without reduction)!!!
-The pressure line (marked in red, BG3) can be
simply connected to the tractor control unit.
-When connecting the hydraulic hoses to the
tractor hydraulic system, make sure that the
hydraulic system on the tractor and implement
side is unpressurised!
CAUTION: Before you start up the blower fan, completely close the flow control valve!
This prevents the blower fan from over-revving unintentionally!
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The BG4 coupling plug for the tank line on hydraulic seed drills is dismounted and included
with the accessories. Please observe the operating instructions for your tractor to make
sure that you use the correct connection.
The tank line is closed with a plastic cap so that no oil can leak during transport, it must be
removed before initial operation and replaced by the proper BG4 coupling.
Fig.: 10
Fig.: 11
Coupling sleeve BG 4
(alternative)
Tank line with direction
arrow
(marked in yellow)
Pressure line
(marked in red, with
direction arrow)
Hydraulic block
with control
valve
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6.2 Setting values (HG)
The blower fan produces an air current that carries the
seed through the hoses to the baffle plates. The required
air pressure and air quantity depend strongly on the seed
(type and weight), the spread rate, working width and
speed.
For this reason, it is not possible to give precise
specifications for the correct blower fan settings, it must
be determined in field trials!
A reference value can be found under 6.3.
CAUTION: The air flow must never be too low, otherwise the seed gets stuck in the hoses
and causes blockage! This results in a lot of work, since the hoses must then be
disconnected and emptied manually. In addition, the seed might be ground in the metering
unit!
An excessive air flow can also have negative impacts on the seed distribution.
Guiding principle: As much air as required, but as little air as possible!
The air quantity is limited by the utilised spreading material, which must not be damaged
when hitting the spreading plate and must also not bounce off too high in order to achieve
the desired placement!
The blower fan speed increases proportionally with the oil flow.
6.3 Setting procedure (HG)
Version 1 (constant pump – non-adjustable oil quantity)
•Completely screw in the control valve (- minus)
•Start up the blower fan (tractor engine speed as in field operation)
•Adjust the blower fan speed using the control valve on the control block
•The control block protects the motor against overspeed
TIP: The hydraulic pump on the tractor must supply sufficient oil so that the blower fan
speed does not drop when the tractor motor speed drops or when other hydraulic functions
are actuated.
Version 2 (Variable pump or oil quantity adjustable on the tractor)
•Completely turn out the control valve (+ plus)
•Close the flow control valve on the tractor (set the oil quantity to ZERO)
•Start up the blower fan and run up to the desired blower fan speed (slowly increase
the oil quantity)
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TIP: The control block is designed for 80 l/min – the system can overheat either if the
tractor pump produces a larger quantity of oil, or if the tractor is not equipped with oil
cooling.
CAUTION: The setting is only valid for the tractor used. If a different tractor is connected,
the blower fan must be readjusted!
Correct adjustment is essential to prevent possible seeding errors ifen the speed is too
slow or prevent possible damage to the blower fan if the speed is too fast!
Setting table for the control valve:
(valid for approx. 50°C oil temperature)
Working width
3
m
6
m
12
m
Seed Rate Pressure Speed Pressure Speed Pressure Speed
Fine seed 5 kg/ha 9 bar 750 rpm 15 bar 1000 rpm 15 bar 1000 rpm
Fine seed 30 kg/ha 20 bar 1250 rpm 22 bar 1500 rpm 24 bar 1600 rpm
Coarse
seed 50 kg/ha 16 bar 1100 rpm 20 bar 1250 rpm 37 bar 2000 rpm
Coarse
seed 200 kg/ha 22 bar 1500 rpm 50 bar 2500 rpm 64 bar 2900 rpm
These pressure specifications apply for the manometer attached on the control block.
TIP: A measuring strip is applied on the hydraulic motor. If the temperature
increases in a range of the scale (from 71°C to 110°C), the strip is coloured
black.
Temperatures above 80 °C are not permitted!
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6.4 Scheme (HG)
CAUTION: When changing the motor, it must be ensured that
connection Afrom the control block is connected to connection Bof the motor and
connection Afrom the motor to connection Bon the block.
Fig.: 14
A = max.
Hose length 1 m
B = max.
Hose length 1 m
P = marked in
red
BG3
coupling
connector
T = marked in yellow
BG4
coupling connector
(or coupling sleeve)
Engine
B
Engine
A
max = 80 l/min
pmax = 220 bar
A,B = G ½" (bolted connection XGE 15 LR-ED)
P = G ½" (bolted connection XGE 18 LR-ED)
T = G ¾" (bolted connection XGE 22 LR-ED)

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6.5 Function of the blower fan pressure sensor and the hydraulic
pressures switch
The blower fan pressure sensor (Fig.: 15)
prevents the meter roll from being switched on
until a hydraulic blower is switched on, thus
preventing clogging of the seed drill through
being switched on unintentionally or
prematurely.
The hydraulic pressure switch (Fig.: 16) signals
on the control box if too much pressure (10
bar) is being applied in the tank line of the
hydraulic motor. This can destroy the seal.
As soon as one of the two sensors report an error, the
message "Blower fan error" appears on the screen of the
control box.
If the blower fan is not running yet, start it up and then the
error message should disappear and you can start the
meter roll.
If the blower fan is already running, there is probably too
much pressure in the tank line of the motor. This could be
caused by a clogged oil filter or a tank line to the coupling
that is too small.
CAUTION: It is essential to reduce the pressure, as otherwise the motor could be
destroyed!
Fig.: 16
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6.6 Hydraulic system (HG)
CAUTION: The hydraulic system is under high pressure!
If the connections are interchanged, there will be an inverse function and/or certain
destruction of the hydraulic motor! Danger of accident!
•When connecting hydraulic motors, the specified connection of the hydraulic hoses
must be observed!
•When connecting the hydraulic hoses to the tractor hydraulic system, make sure that
the hydraulic system on the tractor and implement side is unpressurised!
For hydraulic function connections between the tractor and the implement, coupling
sleeves and connectors should be marked to rule out operating errors!
•Inspect the hydraulic hose lines at regular intervals and replace in case of damage or
wear! The replacement lines must comply with the technical requirements of the
implement manufacturer!
•Due to the risk of injury, use suitable tools when searching for leaks!
•Liquids escaping under high pressure (hydraulic oil) can penetrate skin and cause
serious injuries! Consult a doctor immediately in case of injury! (Risk of infection!)
NOTE: Before working on the hydraulic system, park the implement, depressurize the
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7 Settings
7.1 Proper selection of the meter roll
Before filling the hopper with seed, it is important to select the proper meter roll (coarse,
fine or blind).
The selection is based on the properties of the seed and the rate to be spread.
Meter roll types: Standard equipment
fb-f-fb-fb GGG
Mustard
Phacelia
Cereals
Grass
Meter roll types: Available as an option
fb-fb-ef-eb-fb fb-efv-efv-fb ffff fb-fv-fv-fb
Poppy Rapeseed Buckwheat
Mustard, cress
Clover
Cress
Meter roll types: Available as an option
GB-G-GB Fb-Flex20-fb Flex40
Buckwheat
Fodder radish
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2 completely mounted meter rolls are included in the standard scope of delivery for the PS
800 M1:
1 meter roll with coarse-toothed metering cartridges (G-G-G) Fig.: 17
1 meter roll with one fine metering cartridge per outlet (fb-f-fb-fb) Fig.: 18
Scope of use for the coarse-toothed meter roll
(Fig.: 17):
Generally for large quantities or large seeds.
E.g.: grass mixtures, rye, barley, wheat, oats, etc.
Scope of use for the fine-toothed meter roll (Fig.: 18):
Generally for small quantities or small seeds.
Small seeds such as clover, phacelia, slug pellets, etc.
Scope of use for the Flex20 and the Flex40 metering
cartridges (Fig.: 19):
As these metering cartridges are flexible, damage to the
seed metering cartridges can be avoided.
For extra large seeds such as peas, vetch, etc., see also
under 7.5
CAUTION: For wheat or seed types with
grains of similar size or larger, the hoses
can be displaced at high spread rates.
This can lead to consequential damage,
such as more rapid wear of the meter roll!
To prevent such damage to the
implement, we recommend increasing the
air quantity to the maximum level!
TIP: Meter roll according to the customer's specifications. The spread rate can be reduced
significantly by using blind metering cartridges!
CAUTION: It is important to select the combination of metering cartridges such that the
meter roll settings on the control box are ideally between 20 % and 80 %.
This ensures good regulation and homogeneous delivery of the seed even with ground
speed related spreading at very low or high speeds!
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7.2 Dismounting (changing) the meter roll
When changing the meter roll, observe the following:
•Refer to the seeding table and select the desired meter roll with the corresponding
spread rate.
•Empty the hopper completely beforehand.
•Unscrew the locking nuts from the side
cover plate for the meter roll.
•Remove the entire meter roll along with
the side cover plate.
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•The second meter roll is stowed in the meter roll holder.
•Here, the knurled nuts must be loosened, then the cover can be swivelled away and
the second meter roll can be taken out. (Fig.: 23)
Turn the spare shaft by 180° and stow in the meter roll holder. (Fig.: 24)
•Now the new meter roll can be installed in the implement!
•Install the disassembled parts again in the reverse sequence.
Fig.: 24
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