APV PS500M2 User manual

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Original operating instructions
PS120M1 - PS500M2
PS120M1D – PS500M2D
Read this carefully before operating!
From hydraulic fan serial number: 08001-01332
Version: 02/2015, V2.3
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It should NOT be
an inconvenience or a luxury to read and comply with
the operating instructions; you cannot simply
experience from others that something is a good
product, then make the purchase and assume everything
will be self explanatory. Those who go down this
route not only inflict damage on their own property,
but make the mistake of attributing the cause of any
failure to the machine, and not to themselves. In
order to be sure of success you must get into the
spirit of the thing, by learning about the purpose of
each individual device on the machine and by gaining
experience in how to use it. Only then will you be
satisfied both with the machine and with yourself.
These operating instructions are intended to help you
achieve this.
Leipzig-Plagwitz 1872

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Table of content
1 EC Declaration of Conformity ......................................................................................................... 4
2 Provisions ....................................................................................................................................... 5
3 Guarantee ....................................................................................................................................... 5
4 Accident prevention safety instructions .......................................................................................... 5
5 Assembling the PS.......................................................................................................................... 6
5.1 Design and mode of operation ................................................................................................ 6
5.2 Assembly on an attachment .................................................................................................... 6
5.3 Attaching to the tractor ............................................................................................................ 7
5.4 Assembling the dispersion plates ............................................................................................ 7
5.5 Hose connection on fertiliser PS ............................................................................................. 9
5.6 Hopper lid ................................................................................................................................ 9
5.6 Fastening the control module ................................................................................................ 10
5.7 Electrical connections ............................................................................................................ 11
6 Hydraulic fan drive ........................................................................................................................ 12
6.1 Connecting the fan (HG) ........................................................................................................ 12
6.2 Universal joint fan .................................................................................................................. 13
6.3 Setting values (HG) ............................................................................................................... 13
6.4 Setting procedure (HG) ......................................................................................................... 14
6.5 Diagram ................................................................................................................................. 15
6.6 Hydraulics (HG) .................................................................................................................... 16
7 Settings ......................................................................................................................................... 17
7.1 Selecting the correct sowing shaft ......................................................................................... 17
7.2 Replacing the sowing shaft .................................................................................................... 19
7.3 Flap (sweeper adjustment) .................................................................................................... 19
7.4 Mixer ...................................................................................................................................... 20
7.5 Wheel air sheet ...................................................................................................................... 20
7.6 Sensor ................................................................................................................................... 20
7.7 Working width / scatter tables ................................................................................................ 21
7.8 Calibration test for seed rate / regulating the seed volume ................................................... 28
7.9 Use on a field ......................................................................................................................... 29
7.10 Emptying the container ...................................................................................................... 30
8 Maintenance and care .................................................................................................................. 31
8.1 General instructions ............................................................................................................... 31
8.2 Location of the type plate ...................................................................................................... 31
9 Technical data ............................................................................................................................... 32
10 Accessories ............................................................................................................................... 33
10.1 HG 300 M1 ........................................................................................................................ 33
10.2 Fill level sensor .................................................................................................................. 33
10.3 Pressure sensor................................................................................................................. 33
10.4 Cable extension 5m (6-pin) .............................................................................................. 34
10.5 Complete cable set for power socket to retrofit the tractor ................................................ 34
11 My idea ...................................................................................................................................... 35
12 Safety instructions ..................................................................................................................... 36
12.1 Intended use ...................................................................................................................... 36
12.2 General safety instructions and accident-prevention regulations ...................................... 37
12.3 Attached devices ............................................................................................................... 38
12.4 Maintenance ...................................................................................................................... 39
13 Safety signs ............................................................................................................................... 40
14 Notes ......................................................................................................................................... 43

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1 EC Declaration of Conformity
compliant with Directive 2006/42/EC
The manufacturer APV Technische Produkte Ges.m.b.H.
Dallein 15, A-3753 Hötzelsdorf hereby declares that the product
Pneumatic seed drill
"PS 120 M1", "PS 200 M1", "PS 300 M1", "PS 500 M1", "PS 500 M2"
"PS 120 M1 D", "PS 200 M1 D", "PS 300 M1 D", "PS 500 M2 D"
"PS 120 M1 MG", "PS 200 M1 MG"
Designation of machine type / Product no. (see delivery declaration and title page)
to which this declaration of conformity refers, complies with all relevant basic health
and safety requirements of the EC Directive 2006/42 EC, as well as to the
requirements of any other relevant EC directives
2006/42/EC Machinery directive
2004/108/EC EMC directive
When applicable, insert the title / number / version of other EC Directives
In order to properly implement the health and safety requirements in the EC
Directives,
the following standards and/or technical specifications will be consulted:
EN 14018 Agricultural and forestry machinery - seed drills - safety
EN 349 Safety of machinery - Minimum clearances to prevent crushing
EN 60204-1 Safety of machinery - Electrical equipment
EN 953 Safety of machinery - Separating safety devices
ISO 12100 Safety of machinery - General design principles
Risk assessment and risk reduction
ISO 13857 Safety of machinery - Safety clearances.
When applicable, insert title / number / version
Your contact on CE matters at APV is Herr Ing. Jürgen Schöls.
He can be reached by telephone at [phone].
Dallein, 02/2015
Location, date
Signaturet
Ing. Jürgen Schöls
Management

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2 Provisions
Dear customer!
Congratulations! We are pleased you have purchased our product and wish you
much enjoyment and success working with it!
Please read all instructions contained in these operating instructions before using the
device!
3 Guarantee
On acceptance, please immediately check for any damage incurred to the device
during transport. Claims made for transport-related damage at a later date cannot be
accepted.
We provide a one year factory warranty from the date of delivery (your invoice or
delivery note serves as the warranty card).
This guarantee is limited to faults in material or design/construction and does not
extend to parts that are damaged by normal or excessive wear and tear.
The guarantee is voided if:
−the damage is caused by external forces
−operator error is at issue
−the stipulated requirements are not fulfilled
−the device is modified, augmented, or fitted with third-party spares without our
consent.
−the device is treated with water
−if the spreader is used in the winter.
4 Accident prevention safety instructions
The generally applicable accident prevention regulations of the respective country in
which the device is used must be observed.
The device may only be used by persons who have been informed of the possible
dangers.
Check the danger area before starting up and commissioning! (Children!) Make sure
you have a sufficient field of view!
The warning and safety stickers attached to the device provide important instructions
for safe operation: Observing the safety instructions serves for your safety!
Before starting work, familiarise yourself with all equipment and actuating elements
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5 Assembling the PS
5.1 Design and mode of operation
The pneumatic seed drill is a spreading and seeding device with 120/200/300/500
litres capacity.
The sowing shaft is driven by a 12 V electrical drive motor regulated by the controller.
The sowing shaft speed can easily be regulated by the controller from the driver's
seat.
As an option, the sowing shaft's speed can be synchronised with the speed of the
tractor by using various speed sensors (available as an accessory) in combination
with tractor linkage sensors (optional).
The control module's power supply can be established either via the 3-pin standard
socket or directly via the battery.
5.2 Assembly on an attachment
To assemble the seed drill on a tiller use the standard counter plate included in the
scope of delivery, which can be bolted to the various devices.
Stainless steel bolts with a diameter of 10 mm and the appropriate length should be
used to assure that the machine part is properly and securely fastened.
Example:
Counter plate for assembly
ATTENTION: APV assumes no liability for incorrect assembly or improper use of the
device.
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5.3 Attaching to the tractor
For this method of attachment, you need a three-point support, available from APV
as an accessory! You should use bolts with a diameter of 12mm and quality 8.8 or
higher. As an example, you can also: use a pallet fork or a three-point loader
(transport trough, tail shovel)! In this case, you must ensure that these devices are
designed to carry a payload of one ton and that they are correctly fixed!
5.4 Assembling the dispersion plates
The baffle plates can be installed by means of the standard supplied serial hexagonal
shaft or directly (without hexagonal shaft) to the tilling equipment.
The following points must be observed when attaching to the working tool (cultivator,
harrow, etc.):
•For the installation of the dispersion plates, the side "lugs" must be bent
backwards with pliers (ca. 80°, see fig.: 6) and then welded on permanently or
screwed on to the working implement with the hexagonal shaft.
•In order to prevent the dispersion plates moving laterally on the hexagonal
shaft, fasten the dispersion plates in place with a chisel and a few blows of a
hammer (see fig.: 7).
•The dispersion plates should be distributed evenly over the entire width of the
working tool (max. 75 cm)!
•The dispersion plates should be ca. 40 cm from the ground!
•The seed hoses connect with the dispersion plates perpendicularly, (at an
angle of 90°). The dispersion plates should therefore also be mounted
perpendicularly (at an angle of 90°) to the hexagonal shaft! (see fig.: 5)
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5.5
5.55.5
5.5 Hose connection on fertiliser PS
With the fertiliser version of the PS, the hoses should be connected as follows:
Loosen the clamping screws a little (not fully!)
Spray a little silicone spray onto the hoses (exterior only!) so that the hoses can be
more easily slid through the fertiliser seals. The hoses must be slid all the way in
(until the stop can be felt) so that the seed can flow easily (without surges).
5.6 Hopper lid
To ensure that the PS 500 M2 closes correctly and fully, place the lid (see fig.: 10,
first image) on the PS 500 M2 hopper and turn the lid as normal until it lies
completely flat.
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5.6 Fastening the control module
Fasten the mount (supplied as standard)
into the cabin with two screws.
30 A fuse
12-pin plug connector 3-pin plug connector
6-pin plug connector
ATTENTION: If possible, do not roll the cable into a coil!
A 3-pin plug (= connection to the continuous positive), a 6-pin plug (= connection of
seed drill to control module) and a 12-pin plug for the sensors are attached to the
underside of the control module. Ground wheel or cable for 7-pin standard socket,
etc.).
On request, these are available as an accessory to the PS 120/200/300/500M1 and
PS 500 M2 seed drill!
There is 30A fuse on the right side of the control module.
TIP: Take the angle at which you view the module into account so that you are sure
to be able to read off from the display optimally. You might have to bend the mount
slightly to set the correct angle.
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5.7 Electrical connections
You can connect the standard cable
included in the scope of delivery directly
to the 3-pin standard socket in the tractor
cab. Connect the other end with the
control module.
The fuse (30A) is on the right side of the
control module.
TIP: If the tractor does not have a standard socket, it can be be retrofitted with the
Complete Cable Kit for Power Sockets (art. no. 201921)(accessories).
ATTENTION: The 12 Volt power supply may NOT be connected to the cigarette
lighter! After using the device, the controller should be disconnected (for various
safety reasons).
Failure to observe these instructions can result in damage to the control module!
If the battery is charged by a charger which is in the operating mode "Start", this may
result in voltage peaks! These can damage the control module's electric system if the
control module is also connected when charging the battery!
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6 Hydraulic fan drive
6.1 Connecting the fan (HG)
With the PS 120/200/300/500 M1, PS 500 M2, you can convert from an electric fan to
a hydraulic fan, which is driven directly by the tractor's hydraulics.
Two hoses are provided for coupling to the tractor:
-The return line (marked ellow, BG4) must
discharge into the tractor oil tank at zero pressure
(WITHOUT reduction)!!!
-The pressure line (marked red, BG3) can be simpl
connected to the tractor control unit.
-When connecting the hydraulic hoses to the
tractor's hydraulic system, make sure that the
hydraulics on both the side of the tractor and of
the device is pressureless!
ATTENTION: Close the flow control valve completely before using the fan!
This prevents unintentional fan overspeed!
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pressure line
pressure linepressure line
pressure line
(
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(marked red, with direction mark
marked red, with direction markmarked red, with direction mark
marked red, with direction mark)
))
)
H draulic block
with control valve
Motor
Tank line
(marked ellow)
Coupling sleeve size 4
(alternative)
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bolt together
bolt together bolt together
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6.2 Universal joint fan
Always ensure that you drive with the correct universal joint speed, in order to
prevent any blockage of the hoses.
Furthermore, check the direction of rotation of the universal joint.
Setting values:
6.3 Setting values (HG)
The fan generates an air current that conveys
the seeds via the hoses to the baffle plates.
The required air pressure and the air volume
depend to a great extent on the seed (type
and weight), the volume, working width and
speed.
It is therefore impossible to provide an exact
specification for the fan setting; this must be
determined in field trials!
ATTENTION: CAUTION: The air pressure, however, may never be set too low. If the
air pressure is too low, the seed will remain in the hoses and jam them! This would
result in a considerable amount of work because the hoses must then be removed
and emptied manually. Moreover, the dosing unit could end up grinding the seed!
An air flow that is too high can also have a negative influence on seed spreading.
As a general rule: As much air as necessary, but as little as possible!!
Therefore, the highest possible air pressure should therefore be maintained!
The air volume is limited by the scattering medium used. This must not be damaged
when bouncing off the scattering plate and also must not bounce too high in order not
to miss its targeted location.
The fan speed rises proportional to the oil flow.
Working width 1–5m 5-12m
Speed setting 540 rpm 1000 rpm
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6.4 Setting procedure (HG)
Variant 1 (constant pump - non-adjustable oil volume)
•Screw the control valve all the way in (- Minus)
•Start the fan (tractor engine speed as in field operation)
•Set the fan speed with the control valve on the control block
•The control block ensures that the engine does not overrev
TIP: The hydraulic pump on the tractor must pump sufficient oil so that the fan speed
does not fall, even if the engine speed of the tractor drops or other hydraulic
functions are actuated.
Variant 2 (adjustable pump or adjustable oil volume on the tractor)
•Screw the control valve all the way out (+ Plus)
•Close the flow control valve on the tractor (set oil volume to ZERO)
•Start the fan and bring up to the desired fan speed (slowly increase the oil
volume)
TIP: The control block is designed for 80l/min - if the tractor pump produces a larger
volume than this, the system may overheat, even if the tractor has no oil cooling
system.
ATTENTION: This setting only applies to the tractor used. The fan must be re-
adjusted if another tractor is attached!
The correct setting is essential to prevent possible sowing errors at underspeed or
damage to the fan at overspeed!
Calibration table for the regulation valve:
Working width Working width Working width
3m 6m 12m
seed scale R/min scale R/min scale R/min
Rough
seed
3 2000-2600 4 2600-3400 max. 3400-5000
Fine
seed 2 1200-2000 3 2000-2600
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TIP: There is a measuring strip attached to the hydraulic motor. If the
temperature rises to the range shown on the scale (from 71 to
110°C), it turns black.
More than 80°C is not permissible!
6.5 Diagram
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A = Max.
A = Max. A = Max.
A = Max.
hose length 1m
hose length 1mhose length 1m
hose length 1m
P = marked red
P = marked red P = marked red
P = marked red
size 3
size 3 size 3
size 3
Coupling
Coupling Coupling
Coupling
connector
connectorconnector
connector
T = marked ellow
T = marked ellow T = marked ellow
T = marked ellow
size 4
size 4 size 4
size 4
Coupling connector
Coupling connectorCoupling connector
Coupling connector
(or coupling sleeve)
(or coupling sleeve)(or coupling sleeve)
(or coupling sleeve)
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80
B = Max.
B = Max. B = Max.
B = Max.
hose length 1m
hose length 1mhose length 1m
hose length 1m
Motor
MotorMotor
Motor
IN
ININ
IN
Motor
MotorMotor
Motor
OUT
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6.6 Hydraulics (HG)
ATTENTION: The hydraulic system is under high pressure!
Reversing the connections results in reverse function and/or certain destruction of
the hydraulic motor! ( e.g. lifting/lowering) – accident hazard!
•Observe the specified connection for the hydraulic hoses when connecting
hydraulic motors!
•When connecting the hydraulic hoses to the tractor's hydraulic system, make sure
that the hydraulics on both the side of the tractor and of the device is
pressureless! When establishing functional hydraulic connections between the
tractor and the device, coupling sleeves and connectors must be labelled in order
to prevent any operating errors!
•Regularly check hydraulic hose lines and replace them if they are damaged or
old/worn! The replacement lines must comply with the technical requirements
specified by the device manufacturer!
•To prevent accidents, use suitable equipment when looking for leaks!
•Fluids escaping under high pressure (hydraulic oil) can penetrate your skin and
cause serious injuries! Consult a doctor immediately in case of injury! (risk of
infection!)
NOTE: Before working on the hydraulics system, set down the device, depressurise
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7 Settings
7.1 Selecting the correct sowing shaft
Before filling the container with seed, make sure you have chosen the correct sowing
wheel (rough, fine, or dummy).
The correct choice is made according to the quality of the seed and the amount to be
discharged and applied.
Types of sowing shafts:
Standard equipment Standard equipment D Serie
fb-f-fb-fb
GGG
fb-f-fb-fb
fb-Flex20-fb
Mustard
Buckwheat
Grain
Grass Fertilizer (only in granulated form)
Mustard,
Buckwheat
Fertilizer (only in
granulated form)
Peas, Bean seeds
Types of sowing shafts: Optionally available
fb-fb-ef-eb-fb
fb-efv-efv-fb
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Clover
Poppy Rape seeds Mustard Buckwheat
Types of sowing shafts: Optionally available
GB-G-GB
fb-Flex20-fb
Flex40
Grass
Phacelia Fertilizer (only in granulated form) Peas
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2 completely assembled sowing wheels are included in the
standard scope of delivery for the PS 120/200/300/500 M1,
PS 500 M2
1 sowing wheel with rough-toothed sowing wheels (GGG)
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1 sowing wheel with fine sowing wheel for each procedure
(fb-f-fb-fb) (Pic.: 19)
Area of application for the rough-toothed sowing wheel:
Generally used for large volumes or large grain sizes.
Examples.: Grass mixes, rye, barley, wheat, oats, pea mixtures, etc.
Area of application of the fine-toothed sowing wheel:
Generally for small volumes or small grain sizes.
Small seed such as, e.g.: rape, clover, phacelia, slug pellets,
etc.
2 completely assembled sowing wheels are included in the
standard scope of delivery for the PS 120/200/300 M1 D
1 sowing wheel with one Flex20 sowing wheel (fb-Flex20-fb)
(Pic.: 20)
1 sowing wheel with fine sowing wheel for each procedure
(fb-f-fb-fb) (Pic.: 21)
Area of application for the Flex20-toothed sowing wheel:
Generally used for granulated fertilizer, large volumes or large grain sizes.
Examples.: Grass mixes, rye, barley, wheat, oats, pea
mixtures, etc.
Area of application of the fine-toothed sowing wheel:
Generally for small volumes or small grain sizes and
microgranulated fertilzer.
Small seed such as, e.g.: rape, clover, phacelia, slug
pellets, etc.
Area of application for Flex20 and Flex40 sowing wheels:
Damage can be avoided to the sowing wheels as they can be bent.
Please also refer to Point 7.5 below for extra-large seed, such as peas, sweet peas,
fertiliser etc.
TIP: Dummy or extra fine sowing wheels can considerably reduce the amount sown.
ATTENTION: Make sure to select the combination of sowing wheels so that the
sowing wheel setting at the control module lies ideally between 20% and 80%.
This ensures that even in cases where sowing is speed-dependent at very low or
high speeds, the sowing speed can be easily adjusted and the seed can be
conveyed evenly!
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7.2 Replacing the sowing shaft
Replace the sowing wheel as follows:
NOTE: Make sure when replacing the sowing wheel that the container is
completely empty. Make sure the machine runs smoothly after installing the
sowing wheel.
•Refer to the sowing table and select the desired sowing wheel with the
respective sowing amount.
•completely empty the container.
•Remove the side cover for the drive rollers.
•Remove the round belts from the drive rollers.
•Remove the nuts from the sowing wheel's side cover plate.
•Now remove the complete sowing wheel together with the side cover plate.
•The new sowing wheel can now be installed in the device.
7.3 Flap (sweeper adjustment)
A sweeper is mounted above the sowing wheel. This
sweeper can be adjusted by a lever on the frame on a
scale of +4 to -5.
If the sweeper is pressed closer to the sowing wheel by
the lever (scale values -1 to -5) the sowing volume
decreases slightly. If the sweeper is raised (scale values
+1 to +4) you can sow slightly more seed.
The basic setting of the ground flap is 0. This setting is used for the seed rate
calibration tests in the sowing tables.
As a rule, the sweeper sets the device to the seed to be spread. With the use of fine
seeds which must flow freely, the sweeper must usually be retracted, that is set to
minus, and for larger seeds, it must be extended, that is set to plus on the scale!
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7.4 Mixer
The mixer is only necessary for seed types which tend to form
bridges or for very light seed (i.e.: for grasses).
If the mixer is not required, you only need to remove the O-ring
tensioned between the mixer and the sowing wheel.
7.5 Wheel air sheet
NOTE: With larger seeds such as sweet
peas, peas, horse beans or similarly large
seeds, it is necessary to remove the wheel
air sheet (also with a hydraulic or universal
joint fan) in order to prevent damage to the
sowing wheels.
TIP: We also recommend Flex sowing wheels, as they can be bent and cannot
break. (see below, Point 7.1)
7.6 Sensor
Fill level sensor (standard with the PS 500 M1 / M2, special attachment with the
PS 120/200/300 M1)
The level sensor reacts when it is no longer covered by seed!
Its height can be adjusted depending on how much seed you
want left in the container after the sensor triggers.
The intensity of the sensor can also be adjusted to the
respective seed. This is set using the small slotted screw at
the rear of the sensor!
The sensor lights up when connected through and the
container is full!
You can test this by covering the front of the sensor with your hand; it must now start
to light up.
In this way, you can easily check whether the sensor is functioning and the intensity
is correct!
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screwed with 4
Torx screws (TX30)
M6 x 12 mm)
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