APV ES 100 M1 Classic User manual

Original operating instructions
ES 100 M1 Classic
Read this carefully before operating!
Version: 02/2015, V1.4
Order no.: 00600-3-024

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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 contents
1 EC Declaration of Conformity ......................................................................................... 4
2 Provisions ...................................................................................................................... 5
3 Guarantee...................................................................................................................... 5
4 Accident prevention........................................................................................................ 5
5 Basic Information ........................................................................................................... 5
5.1 Design and mode of operation................................................................................ 5
5.2 Attaching to the tractor............................................................................................ 6
5.3 Mounting on an attachment .................................................................................... 6
5.4 Fastening the control module.................................................................................. 6
5.5 Electrical connections............................................................................................. 7
5.6 Emptying and removing the tank............................................................................. 7
5.7 Control module ....................................................................................................... 8
6 Settings.......................................................................................................................... 9
6.1 Spread width .......................................................................................................... 9
6.2 Regulating the application rate ............................................................................... 9
6.3 Agitator................................................................................................................. 10
6.4 Spreader disc, lateral distribution, spreader vanes ............................................... 11
6.5 Deflectors (guide plates)....................................................................................... 11
7 Setting charts ............................................................................................................... 12
8 Displayed symbols and their meaning .......................................................................... 17
9 Maintenance and care.................................................................................................. 18
9.1 General instructions.............................................................................................. 18
9.2 Location of the type plate...................................................................................... 18
10 Technical data.............................................................................................................. 19
11 My idea ........................................................................................................................ 20
12 Safety instructions........................................................................................................ 21
12.1 Intended use......................................................................................................... 21
12.2 General safety instructions and accident-prevention regulations........................... 22
12.3 Attached devices .................................................................................................. 23
12.4 Maintenance......................................................................................................... 24
13 Safety signs.................................................................................................................. 24
14 Accessories.................................................................................................................. 25
14.1 Extension cable 5m (4-pin) ................................................................................... 25
14.2 Trailer/truck bed mounting bracket........................................................................ 26
14.3 Quad bracket........................................................................................................ 26
14.4 Precision spreader plate....................................................................................... 26
14.5 Calibration bin ...................................................................................................... 26
15 Notes ........................................................................................................................... 27

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1 EC Declaration of Conformity
in accordance with Directive 2006/42/EC
The manufacturer APV Technische Produkte Ges.m.b.H.
Dallein 15, 3753 Hötzelsdorf, Austria hereby declares that the
"ES 100 M1 Classic" single-disc spreader with a digital and speed-controlled module,
Machine type designation / Product no. (see delivery declaration and title page)
to which this declaration of conformity refers, complies with all relevant basic health
and safety requirements specified in the EC Directive 2006/42/EC as well as with the
requirements specified in the other relevant EC directives
2006/42/EC
If applicable, Title / number / version of other EC directives
To properly implement the health and safety requirements in the EC directives,
the following standards and/or technical specifications were
referenced:
EN 12100/1; EN 12100/2
If applicable, Title / number / version
Your contact on CE matters at APV is Ing. Jürgen Schöls.
He can be reached by telephone at [phone].
Dallein, 02/2015
Location, date
Signature
Ing. Jürgen Schöls
Managing Director

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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
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.
5 Basic Information
5.1 Design and mode of operation
The “ES 100 M1 Classic” single-disc spreader is a small seed spreader with 100 litre
capacity.
The spreader disc is driven by a 12 V electric motor regulated by the controller. The
speed of the spreader disc, and therefore the working width, can easily be regulated
with the controller from the driver's seat. The power supply for the control module is
provided directly from the battery.

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5.2 Attaching to the tractor
For this type of attachment, shown on the left,
screw the tractor drawbar between your ES 100
M1 Classic and the counter plate provided in the
scope of delivery. You should use bolts with a
diameter of 10mm. Screw the top link bracket to
the top link plate and fix your tractor's top link in
place with the bolt.
5.3 Mounting on an attachment
When fitting the ES 100 M1 Classic
on an attachment, it is best to use the
counter plate. Use the counter plate to
secure your ES 100 M1 Classic to a
frame on the attachment.
To provide for the maximum working
width and a corresponding
distribution, the implement should be
installed at a height of approx. 1
metre.
5.4 Fastening the control module
Using two screws, fasten the standard holder (provided
in the scope of delivery) in the cab. Store excess cable
in the driver's cab to avoid clamping it.
TIP:
Pay attention to the angle at which you view the
module to ensure optimum readability of the display.
You might have to bend the mount slightly to set the
correct angle.
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Male connector negative pole
fort the
Control module
Positive pole with
20 Ampere
in line fuse
5.5 Electrical connections
You can connect the standard cable (provided in the scope
of delivery) directly to the battery. Connect the other end to
the control module.
The 4-pin cable on the spreader is also connected to the
control module.
The fuse (20A) is found at the power cable's positive
terminal.
Install the wiring as follows:
With 2-pin power cables, connect the cable lug with the in-
line fuse (20A) to the battery's positive terminal and
connect the other cable lug to the battery's negative
terminal.
CAUTION:
Failure to comply with these instructions can result in damage to the
control module!
IMPORTANT:
After using the implement, the controller should be disconnected (for
safety reasons).
5.6 Emptying and removing the tank
To empty the tank, unscrew the screw plug on the
discharge nozzle at the front of the tank and hold a
container, bag or other receptacle under it. To
ensure that the machine is emptied completely,
turn the device upside down.
In rare cases, it will be necessary to remove the
plastic tank for cleaning. To do this, bend the
latches inwards with a small screwdriver and pull
the tank up and away.
Before putting the tank back in place, bend the
latches out again and then replace the tank.
Finally, seal the cone with silicone again to prevent
water ingress.
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5.7 Control module
The ES 100 M1 CLASSIC has a control module with a hermetically sealed membrane
keyboard. A 2-pin connector (for connection to the battery) and a 4-pin connector (to
connect the spreader to the control module) are connected on the underside.
The “On/Off” button used to switch the implement on and off is at the
bottom left.
The “-” and “+” buttons can be used to control the spreader disc's speed.
The “closed” and “open” buttons for the slider are below the “-” and “+”
buttons.
Pressing the “On/Off” button switches the controller on; the control lamp above the
button begins to light up.
Using the “-” and the “+” buttons, you can now control the spreader disc's speed as
desired.
If you now want to drive off and start spreading, open the slider with the “Open slider”
button; the “Slider open” control lamp above the button lights up.
The material to be spread now trickles onto the spreader disc and is spread in
accordance with the speed.
When you come to a stop, press the “Close slider” button (the “Slider closed” button
above the button lights up); the slider closes.
It is only expedient to also switch off the motor when you leave the field.
Digital display
Lights up if switched
on
On/Off button
Increasing/decreasing the speed
Lights up when the slider is closed
Lights up when the slider is open
Open and close the slider
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6 Settings
6.1 Spread width
The spread width depends on the density and shape of the seed and the spreader
disc speed. The seed spreader is designed to spread seed evenly over an area of 24
m. For this to be successful, the battery and generator must be in good condition.
Please refer to the setting charts under item 12 for the precise settings for output,
working width, etc. We recommend attaching the spreader 1 metre above the ground
to enable an optimal spreading density and the maximum working width.
Note:
If the ES 100 M1 Classic is attached to a machine with a small working width
and the seed will be spread directly into/in front of the roller, the spreader can be
angled slightly downward when attached. However, please note that the tank only
empties completely if it is level!
TIP:
For special applications like these, a precision spreader plate is available as an
accessory.
6.2 Regulating the application rate
To regulate the application rate, turn the metering
handle that is attached on the left side. This moves
the metering shutter with which the required position
on the scale is set. The metering shutter is then
secured by the lock nut on the thread mount.
Position 0: Closed; Position 10: Completely open.
Refer to the respective setting chart for the settings
you require.
The transport box or a bag placed over the front of the spreader can be used to
perform the seed rate calibration test. If the box is used, one of the sides is cut out
and inserted in the spreader. Then, using the control module, set the approximate
spreader disc speed with which you intend to spread seed on the field and select the
required value for the metering shutter on the scale. Selecting the right speed is
important because the calibration quantity also depends on the speed!
Using the “Open slider” button on the control module, the seed rate calibration test is
now executed by opening the shutter for precisely
one minute
while catching the
spreading material so that none is wasted.
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The following formula is used to calculate the application rate:
Example:
• The calibrated and collected spreading material must now be weighed.
• By changing the value on the metering shutter's scale and repeating the
calibration, the correct value can then be determined.
• This process must be repeated until the desired output has been reached.
• Once work has begun, you should field check the application. In particular, the
drive speed, the application rate and the surface area distribution must be
checked.
6.3 Agitator
Because an agitator drive with two expansion pins, as
a rule, is not required, the agitator was equipped in the
factory with only one agitator pin. However, if you need
more agitating power (e.g. for grass, etc.), proceed as
follows: Connect the standard expansion pins (provided
in the scope of delivery) to the agitator's lower
expansion pin. This increases the agitator's efficiency.
If necessary, the top agitator pin, included together with
the expansion pins in a reclosable bag, can be secured
to the opening specified on the agitator.
This ensures the continued flow of the spread material
which is either very light (grasses, etc.) or tends to form
bridges (slightly damp seed, etc.).
[kg/min]Weight
600
[m]widthSpreader[km/h]speedDrive[kg/ha]outputDesired = ´´
[kg/min]1,2
600
[m]12[km/h]12[kg/ha]5 = ´´
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