BSL Strautmann Verti-Mix 1101 SF fast-cut User manual

Translation of the Original
Operating Instructions
Self-propelled fodder mixing wagon
Verti-Mix 1101 / 1301 / 1501 SF fast-cut
65500908 0.000
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EC Declaration of Conformity
according to the EC machinery directive 2006/42/EC, Annex II, 1.A
Manufacturer:
B. Strautmann & Söhne GmbH u. Co. KG
Bielefelder Str. 53
D-49196 Bad Laer
Legal person established within the EC and authorized to compile the technical documentation:
B. Strautmann & Söhne GmbH u. Co. KG
Bielefelder Str. 53
D-49196 Bad Laer
Description and identification of machine:
Designation:
Self-propelled fodder mixing wagon
Function:
Removal, charging, chopping, mixing, transport and discharge of all types of
silage and normal fodders used in keeping livestock
Model:
Self-propelled fodder mixing wagon Verti-Mix
Type:
1101 SF fast-cut, 1301 SF fast-cut, 1501 SF fast-cut
Serial number:
W09655000_0S38001 –W09655000_0S38999
Trade name:
Self-propelled fodder mixing wagon Verti-Mix
We hereby explicitly declare that the machine complies with all relevant provisions of the following
EC directives:
2006/42/EC:2006-05-17 EC machinery directive 2006/42/EC
2004/108/EC:2004-12-15 (Electromagnetic compatibility) Directive 2004/108/EC of the European
Parliament and the Council dated 15 December 2004 for approximation
of laws of the member states on the electromagnetic compatibility and for
repeal of directive 89/336/EEC
Bad Laer, 07.01.2014
Dipl.-Ing. E. Uhlemann
Chief Designer
Feeding Technology
Dr. J. Marquering
Head of Development
Dipl.-Kfm. W. Strautmann
Managing Director

Identification data
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Identification data
Please enter the machine’s identification data here. They are registered on the type plate.
Manufacturer: B. Strautmann & Söhne GmbH u. Co. KG
Vehicle/Machine ID number: _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
Type:
Year of manufacture:
Manufacturer’s address
B. Strautmann & Söhne GmbH u. Co. KG
Bielefelder Straße 53
D-49196 Bad Laer
Phone: + 49 (0) 5424 802-0
Fax: + 49 (0) 5424 802-64
E-mail: [e-mail]
Spare parts order service
B. Strautmann & Söhne GmbH u. Co. KG
Bielefelder Straße 53
D-49196 Bad Laer
Phone: + 49 (0) 5424 802-31
Fax: + 49 (0) 5424 802-64
E-mail: [e-mail]
Spare parts catalogue online: www.strautmann-elise.de
Please always refer to the vehicle/machine ID number of your machine when ordering spare parts.
Formal information about the operating instructions
Document number: 65500908 0.000
Date of compilation: 10.14
© Copyright B. Strautmann & Söhne GmbH u. Co. KG, 2014
All rights reserved.
Reproduction, even in excerpts, only allowed with the permission of B. Strautmann & Söhne GmbH u.
Co. KG.

Foreword
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Foreword
Dear customer,
You have decided in favour of a quality product from the large B. Strautmann & Söhne GmbH u. Co.
KG product range. We thank you for the confidence you have shown in us.
Upon receipt of the machine, please check for transport damage or missing parts! Check the delivered
machine for its completeness, including the ordered optional extras, by means of the delivery note.
Only immediate complaints will give reason to compensation!
Read and observe these operating instructions and any other included operating instructions for
individual machine components before the first start-up; in case of doubt, the details and information
contained in such sub-supplier documentation shall prevail! In particular observe the safety
instructions, thus being able to fully benefit from the advantages of your recently acquired machine.
Please make sure that all operators of the machine have read these operating instructions before
starting the machine.
The machines are available with various optional extras. Due to the individual equipment of your
machine, not all descriptions included in these operating instructions apply to your machine. Optional
extras are marked in these operating instructions and are available at extra cost.
In case of any inquiries or problems, please refer to these operating instructions or call us.
Regular service and maintenance and timely replacement of worn-out or damaged parts will result in a
longer service life of your machine.

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Contents
1User information.................................................................................................9
1.1 Purpose of document.............................................................................................................9
1.2 Keeping of operating instructions ..........................................................................................9
1.3 Location details in the operating instructions.........................................................................9
1.4 Applied modes of specification ..............................................................................................9
1.5 Applied terms.......................................................................................................................10
2Product description..........................................................................................10
2.1 Overview –Assemblies........................................................................................................11
2.2 Safety and protective devices..............................................................................................12
2.3 Traffic-related equipment.....................................................................................................13
2.4 Correct use ..........................................................................................................................13
2.5 Hazardous areas and dangerous spots...............................................................................14
2.6 Type plate and CE symbol...................................................................................................15
2.7 Technical data......................................................................................................................16
2.7.1 General data............................................................................................................16
2.7.2 Dimensions of wagon ..............................................................................................16
2.8 Noise specifications .............................................................................................................17
3Safety instructions ...........................................................................................17
3.1 Safety-conscious working....................................................................................................17
3.2 Organisational measures.....................................................................................................18
3.2.1 User’s obligation ......................................................................................................18
3.2.2 Operator’s obligation ...............................................................................................18
3.2.3 Qualification of operator ..........................................................................................19
3.3 Product safety......................................................................................................................19
3.3.1 Safety-conscious operation of machine ..................................................................19
3.3.2 Safety and protective devices..................................................................................19
3.3.3 Structural alterations................................................................................................19
3.3.4 Spare and wearing parts, auxiliary materials ..........................................................20
3.3.5 Warranty and liability ...............................................................................................20
3.4 Basic safety instructions ......................................................................................................20
3.4.1 General safety and accident prevention instructions ..............................................21
3.4.2 Hydraulic system .....................................................................................................23
3.4.3 Electrical system......................................................................................................23
3.4.4 Brake system...........................................................................................................24
3.4.5 Axles........................................................................................................................24
3.4.6 Tyres........................................................................................................................24
3.4.7 Service and maintenance of machine .....................................................................25
3.5 Activity-related safety instructions and important information .............................................26
3.5.1 Activity-related safety instructions...........................................................................26
3.5.2 Important information...............................................................................................27
3.6 Warning and instruction signs..............................................................................................27
3.6.1 Warning signs..........................................................................................................28
3.6.2 Instruction signs.......................................................................................................32
3.6.3 Placing of warning and instruction signs .................................................................34
3.7 Risks in case of non-observance of safety instructions and warning signs.........................34
4Loading and unloading....................................................................................35
5Design and function.........................................................................................35
5.1 Driver's cabin - Overview.....................................................................................................36
5.2 Cabin door ...........................................................................................................................37
5.2.1 Open cabin door......................................................................................................37
5.2.2 Close cabin door......................................................................................................38

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5.2.3 Open door window.................................................................................................. 38
5.2.4 Close door window.................................................................................................. 38
5.2.5 Emergency exit....................................................................................................... 39
5.3 Driver seat........................................................................................................................... 39
5.4 Steering wheel..................................................................................................................... 40
5.5 Ignition starter switch .......................................................................................................... 41
5.6 Light and sight..................................................................................................................... 42
5.6.1 Switch parking or driving light on and off................................................................ 42
5.6.2 Warning lights ......................................................................................................... 42
5.6.3 Indicators, full headlights, headlight flasher, horn .................................................. 42
5.6.4 Work lights .............................................................................................................. 43
5.6.5 Interior light ............................................................................................................. 44
5.6.6 Sun blind................................................................................................................. 44
5.6.7 Windscreen wiper ................................................................................................... 45
5.6.8 Mirrors..................................................................................................................... 45
5.6.9 Rear-view camera................................................................................................... 46
5.7 Heating, ventilation, air-conditioning system....................................................................... 46
5.8 Pick-up arm ......................................................................................................................... 48
5.9Hydraulic system of machine.............................................................................................. 48
5.9.1 Hydraulic pumps ..................................................................................................... 49
5.9.2 Hydraulic oil tank..................................................................................................... 49
5.9.3 Suction lines of hydraulic pumps............................................................................ 50
5.9.4 Electro-hydraulic control block - Operating hydraulics ........................................... 51
5.9.5 Emergency manual operation in case of failure of electrical system...................... 51
5.10 Mixing container.................................................................................................................. 51
5.10.1 Mixing auger/s......................................................................................................... 51
5.10.2 Overflow ring........................................................................................................... 52
5.10.3 Counter-cutters ....................................................................................................... 53
5.10.4 Feed openings for fodder additives ........................................................................ 54
5.10.5 Magnetic system..................................................................................................... 55
5.11 Discharge options................................................................................................................ 55
5.11.1 Front crossover conveyor ....................................................................................... 55
5.11.2 Rear crossover conveyor........................................................................................ 56
5.11.3 Discharge at the rear centre with protective device................................................ 56
5.12 Radio remote control........................................................................................................... 56
5.13 Preheating devices.............................................................................................................. 57
6Operation.......................................................................................................... 60
6.1 Control console - Overview................................................................................................. 60
6.2 Operating elements in the roof part..................................................................................... 61
6.3 Terminal - Overview............................................................................................................ 61
6.3.1 "Parameter / Diagnosis" menu................................................................................ 63
6.3.2 "Diagnosis" menu.................................................................................................... 64
6.3.3 "Parameter" menu................................................................................................... 66
6.4 Joystick - Overview ............................................................................................................. 68
7Commissioning................................................................................................ 69
7.1 Road traffic regulations ....................................................................................................... 69
7.1.1 Road traffic regulations in Germany....................................................................... 69
7.2 Secure machine against accidental starting and rolling...................................................... 69
7.3 Diesel engine operation ...................................................................................................... 69
7.3.1 Operation monitoring .............................................................................................. 69
7.3.2 Start diesel engine.................................................................................................. 69
7.3.3 Warm up diesel engine........................................................................................... 71
7.3.4 Start diesel engine by means of a jumper battery.................................................. 71
7.3.5 Tow-start diesel engine........................................................................................... 72
7.3.6 Turn off diesel engine ............................................................................................. 73
7.3.7 Winter operation of diesel engine........................................................................... 73

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7.4 Travelling mode ...................................................................................................................73
7.4.1 Forward travel..........................................................................................................74
7.4.2 Reverse travel..........................................................................................................74
7.4.3 Change direction of motion......................................................................................75
7.4.4 Slow down and stop machine..................................................................................76
7.4.5 Parking brake...........................................................................................................76
7.4.5.1 Manual release of parking brake.............................................................77
7.4.6 Tow machine ...........................................................................................................77
7.4.6.1 Open hydraulic oil circuit of traction drive...............................................78
7.4.7 Steering ...................................................................................................................78
7.4.7.1 Switch four-wheel steering on.................................................................78
7.4.7.2 Switch four-wheel steering off.................................................................79
8Use of machine.................................................................................................79
8.1 Fill fodder mixing wagon......................................................................................................79
8.1.1 Recommended filling order......................................................................................80
8.1.2 Pick up silage from the bunker silo..........................................................................80
8.1.3 Pick up ground grain, concentrated feed, draff etc. ................................................82
8.1.4 Fill in fodder additives through feeding flap at conveyor duct .................................84
8.1.5 Lift pick-up arm via emergency lifting device...........................................................85
8.2 Mix fodder components........................................................................................................86
8.3 Fodder discharge.................................................................................................................86
8.3.1 Fodder discharge via crossover conveyor...............................................................86
8.3.2 Eliminate blockages.................................................................................................88
9Transport journeys...........................................................................................89
9.1 Engage transport support ....................................................................................................89
10 Service and maintenance of machine.............................................................90
10.1 Operating media ..................................................................................................................91
10.2 Service and maintenance plan - Overview..........................................................................93
10.3 Working in engine compartment..........................................................................................95
10.4 Enter the mixing container...................................................................................................98
10.5 Cleaning of machine............................................................................................................99
10.5.1 Diesel engine - Clean cooling system ...................................................................100
10.5.2 Clean hydraulic oil cooler ......................................................................................101
10.6 Lubrication of machine.......................................................................................................102
10.6.1 Lubrication points - Overview................................................................................103
10.7 Preservation/Longer downtimes ........................................................................................104
10.8 Refuelling...........................................................................................................................104
10.9 Diesel engine - Check / Top up oil level ............................................................................105
10.10 Coolant...............................................................................................................................105
10.10.1Check / Top up coolant level.................................................................................106
10.11 Check radiator fan..............................................................................................................107
10.12 Hydraulic oil .......................................................................................................................107
10.12.1Check / Top up hydraulic oil level..........................................................................107
10.12.2Clean ventilation filter ............................................................................................108
10.12.3Check radiator fan .................................................................................................109
10.13 Top up windscreen washing water ....................................................................................109
10.14 Replace wiper blades.........................................................................................................110
10.15 Clean air filter element.......................................................................................................111
10.16 Clean / Replace air circulation and fresh air filter..............................................................112
10.17 Check / Top up gear lubricant oil.......................................................................................113
10.17.1Filling-up points and quantities when filled............................................................114
10.17.2Check / Top up oil in pump power divider gearbox ...............................................114
10.17.3Check / Top up oil in mixer gearbox......................................................................115
10.18 Check / Adjust discharge door distance ...........................................................................116

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10.19 Mixing auger...................................................................................................................... 116
10.19.1Grind cutting knives .............................................................................................. 116
10.19.2Swivel / Replace cutting knives ............................................................................ 117
10.20 Elevator conveyor.............................................................................................................. 117
10.20.1Check / Adjust stripper.......................................................................................... 117
10.20.2Check tension of elevator conveyor...................................................................... 118
10.21 Crossover conveyor, discharge conveyor or conveyor extension .................................... 118
10.21.1Adjust /Tighten conveyor ...................................................................................... 118
10.22 Maintenance of cutting unit ............................................................................................... 119
10.23 Adjust scraper bar............................................................................................................. 122
10.24 Adjust supporting rollers.................................................................................................... 122
10.25 Check hydraulic hose pipes .............................................................................................. 123
10.26 Wheel change ................................................................................................................... 124
10.27 Tightening torques for screwed connections .................................................................... 124
11 Malfunctions and remedy.............................................................................. 125
11.1 List of malfunctions Diesel engine..................................................................................... 125
11.2 Machine............................................................................................................................. 126
11.3 Weighing device................................................................................................................ 127
12 Disassembly / Disposal ................................................................................. 128
13 Lists................................................................................................................. 128
13.1 List of fuses....................................................................................................................... 128
13.2 List of relays...................................................................................................................... 130

User information
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1 User information
The chapter “User information“ provides information about how to use the operating instructions.
1.1 Purpose of document
These operating instructions:
describe the operation, service and maintenance of the machine,
provide important information about safety-conscious and efficient handling of the machine.
Please contact us for further inquiries.
1.2 Keeping of operating instructions
The operating instructions are part of the machine. Therefore, keep these operating instructions:
always in the immediate vicinity of the machine or in the tractor,
for further use.
Hand these operating instructions over to the buyer when the machine is sold.
1.3 Location details in the operating instructions
Any directional data in these operating instructions refer to the direction of motion.
1.4 Applied modes of specification
Instructions and responses
Activities which have to be carried out in a predetermined order, are specified as numbered
instructions. Always adhere to this order. In some cases, the response of the machine to the
respective instruction is marked by an arrow.
Example:
1. Instruction 1
Response of machine to instruction 1
2. Instruction 2
Lists
Lists without predetermined order are specified as lists with bullet points.
Example:
Item 1
Item 2
Position numbers in figures
Numbers in parentheses refer to position numbers in figures. The first number refers to the figure, the
second number to the position number in the figure.
Example (Fig. 3/6):
Figure 3
Position 6

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1.5 Applied terms
Term
The term means
third person/party
… all other persons apart from the operator.
risk
… the source of a possible injury or damage to health.
manufacturer
… B. Strautmann & Söhne GmbH u. Co. KG.
machine
… Self-propelled fodder mixing wagon Verti-Mix 1101 / 1301 / 1501 SF
fast-cut.
operating element
… the component of an operating element system which is directly
actuated by the operator, e. g. by pressing. An operating element may be
an adjusting lever, a key button, rotary switch, key etc.
2 Product description
This chapter includes
comprehensive information about the machine design,
the designations of the individual assemblies and operating elements.
Please read this chapter in the immediate vicinity of the machine if possible, thus acquainting yourself
with the machine in the best possible way.
The machines are available with various optional extras. Due to the individual equipment of your
machine, not all descriptions included in these operating instructions apply to your machine. Optional
extras are marked in these operating instructions and are available at extra cost.

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2.1 Overview –Assemblies
Illustration of the machine and identification of essential elements.
Fig. 1
(1) Cutting unit
(2) Conveyor drum
(3) Pick-up arm
(4) Conveyor duct with elevator conveyor
(5) Driver’s cabin
(6) Battery box
(7) Hydraulic oil tank
(8) Hydraulic oil cooler
(9) Crossover conveyor
(10) Fuel tank
(11) Mixing container
(12) Overflow ring (optional extra)
(13) Mixing auger
(14) Counter-cutter
(15) Feed funnel for fodder additives (optional
extra)
(16) Braking axle
(17) Steering drive axle
(18) Air intake / Air filter
(19) Diesel engine
(20) Hydraulic pumps

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2.2 Safety and protective devices
This chapter shows the location of the properly installed protective devices in protective position.
Fig. 2
(1) Left outside mirror
(2) Ladder
(3) Cover of crossover conveyor
(4) Warning beacon (optional extra)
(5) Chock
(6) Rear-view camera
(7) Right outside mirror, close-proximity mirror,
wide-angle mirror
(8) Protective cover of cleaning aperture

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2.3 Traffic-related equipment
Fig. 3
(1) Headlight with indicator
(2) Left outside mirror
(3) Speed sign
(4) Side-marker light
(5) Clearance light
(6) Chock
(7) Warning beacon (optional extra)
(8) License plate
(9) License plate light
(10) Multi-function light
(11) Right outside mirror, close-proximity mirror,
wide-angle mirror
2.4 Correct use
The machine
is designed for removal, charging, chopping, mixing, transport and discharge of all types of silage
and normal fodders used in keeping livestock if the dry substance content of the total mixture is
more than 30 %,
must not be charged otherwise than by means of
the pick-up arm,
a tractor equipped with a front loader,
a yard or wheeled loader,
the provided feeding aids such as the feeding flap mounted at the conveyor duct (optional
extra) or the feed funnel mounted at the mixing container (optional extra).

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2.5 Hazardous areas and dangerous spots
The hazardous area is the area within and/or in the vicinity of a machine, in which the safety or health
of people might be impaired.
People are not allowed in the hazardous area:
when the diesel engine is running,
if the machine is not secured against accidental starting and
rolling.
Only if no people are within the hazardous area of the machine, is the
operator allowed to:
move the machine,
initiate hazardous movements of movable components, e.g.
lifting or lowering the pick-up arm,
set movable machine parts from transport to working position
and from working to transport position,
power working tools.
Within the hazardous area, risks occur at dangerous spots which cannot be completely eliminated due
to the operational safety of the machine. The risks exist permanently or may occur unexpectedly.
Dangerous spots are marked by warning signs attached to the machine, which warn about existing
residual risks.
In these operating instructions, activity-related safety instructions mark the existing residual risks.
Risks may arise:
due to work-related movements of the machine and its working tools,
due to substances or foreign objects blown out of the machine,
due to accidental lowering of the lifted machine/of lifted machine parts,
due to accidental starting and rolling of the machine / of tractor and machine.
Dangerous spots exist:
within the area of the lifted and unsecured pick-up arm
within the area of the working fast-cut cutting knives,
within the area of the rotating conveyor drum,
in the mixing container,
within the area of hydraulically operated discharge doors,
within the area of hydraulically operated counter-cutters (optional extra),
within the area of the running discharge conveyor,
within the area behind the vehicle in case of reverse travel,
within the area of the diesel engine.

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2.6 Type plate and CE symbol
The following figures show the position of the type plate, the vehicle/machine ID number and the CE
symbol.
The complete marking is treated as a document and must not be
altered or made unrecognizable.
(1) Type plate with CE symbol at the right-hand
front of the frame
(2) Vehicle / Machine ID number (embossed
into the frame)
Fig. 4
Information on the type plate:
(1) Manufacturer
(2) CE symbol
(3) Vehicle/Machine ID number
(4) Type
(5) Empty weight [kg]
(6) Gross vehicle weight rating [kg]
(7) Admissible tongue load/front axle load [kg]
(8) Admissible rear axle load [kg]
(9) Approval number
(10) Year of manufacture
(11) Rated speed [min-1]
(12) Admissible hydraulic pressure [bar]
(13) Maximum admissible speed [km/h]
Fig. 5

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2.7 Technical data
2.7.1 General data
Model
1101 SF fast-cut
1301 SF fast-cut
1501 SF fast-cut
Usable mixing capacity
m³
11
13
15
Picking-up width
m
2.00
Elevator width
m
0.58
Diameter of conveyor drum
m
0.60
Axle loads and weights: see type plate
Engine output at 2000 min-1
kW /
HP
100 / 136
Fuel tank
l
200
Hydraulic oil tank
l
370
Electrical system
V
24
2x battery type 61023
V / Ah
12 / 110
Sound pressure level
dB(A)
84
Tyres:
front
305/70 R19.5 (435/50 R19.5)
rear single tyres
435/50 R19.5
rear double tyres
235/75 R17.5
Tyre pressure
bar / psi
9 / 130
Tab. 1
Figures, technical data and weights may change due to technical development and are not binding for
delivery.
2.7.2 Dimensions of wagon
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Model
Unit
1101 SF fast-
cut
1301 SF fast-
cut
1501 SF fast-
cut
A = Total length, transport position –
Front discharge conveyor:
m
7.28
7.38
7.55
Total length, transport position -
Rear discharge conveyor:
m
7.59
7.77
B = Total width:
m
2.42
2.58
C = Track:
front
m
1.80
rear
m
1.80
D = Total height:
with single tyres 435/50 R19.5
m
2.83
3.17
· with double tyres 235/75 R17.5
m
2.74
3.07
E = Picking-up height:
m
4.50
Tab. 2
Figures, technical data and weights may change due to technical development and are not binding for
delivery.
2.8 Noise specifications
The workplace-related emission value (sound pressure level) is 84 dB(A), measured during operating
mode at the driver’s ear, the cabin being closed.
3 Safety instructions
This chapter contains important information for the user and the operator on how to operate the
machine in a safety-conscious and trouble-free way.
Observe all safety instructions included in these operating
instructions!
Most accidents are caused by non-observance of simplest safety
rules.
By observing all safety instructions included in these operating
instructions, you help to prevent accidents.
3.1 Safety-conscious working
The machine has been designed according to acknowledged rules of technology and the accepted
safety-related rules. When using the machine, risks and impairments might yet arise:
for life and limb of the operator or third parties,
for the machine itself,
to other material assets.

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For the safety-conscious operation of the machine, please observe:
these operating instructions, in particular:
the basic safety instructions, the activity-related safety instructions and the instructions what
to do,
the instructions regarding correct use.
the warning signs on the machine,
the general national occupational safety, accident prevention and environmental protection rules,
the national road traffic regulations when carrying out transport journeys.
Only operate the machine in perfect safety-related condition.
3.2 Organisational measures
The operating instructions:
must always be kept at the machine's place of operation,
must always be easily accessible for operating and maintenance
staff.
3.2.1 User’s obligation
The user is obliged:
to observe the general national occupational safety, accident prevention and environmental
protection rules,
to exclusively have staff operating the machine who:
know the basic occupational safety and accident prevention regulations,
have been instructed how to operate the machine,
have read and understood these operating instructions.
to keep all warning signs attached to the machine in legible condition,
to replace any damaged warning signs,
to provide the necessary personal protective equipment such as protective goggles, work gloves
according to DIN EN 388, safety footwear, protective clothing, skin protectant, etc.
3.2.2 Operator’s obligation
Any members of staff charged to operate the machine are obliged:
to acquaint themselves with the machine before starting operation,
to acquaint themselves with the following regulations and to observe them during work:
the general national occupational safety, accident prevention and environmental protection
rules,
the chapter "Basic safety instructions“, page 20,
the chapter „Warning and instruction signs“, page 27, and the warning signs when operating
the machine,
the chapters of these operating instructions which are important for the tasks assigned to
them.

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If the operator notices that a device is not in a sound safety-related condition, the operator shall be
obliged to immediately eliminate this defect. If this is not part of the operator’s scope of tasks or he/she
lacks adequate expert knowledge, the operator shall be obliged to report this defect to his/her superior
or to the user.
3.2.3 Qualification of operator
Only trained and instructed staff is allowed to operate the machine.
The user must clearly define the responsibilities of the members of
staff for operation, service and maintenance.
A person to be trained must be supervised when operating the
machine.
The operator is only allowed to carry out such work as specified in
these operating instructions which is not marked as "Shop work".
Only authorised workshops are allowed to carry out work on the
machine which requires special expert knowledge. Authorised
workshops have qualified staff and adequate means (tools, lifting and
supporting equipment) at their disposal to carry out this work properly.
This applies to any work:
which is not mentioned in these operating instructions,
which is marked as "Shop work" in these operating instructions.
3.3 Product safety
3.3.1 Safety-conscious operation of machine
The machine is only allowed to be operated from the driver seat, provided that no people are present
within the machine’s hazardous area. Observe the information in the chapter “Hazardous area and
dangerous spots”, page 14.
3.3.2 Safety and protective devices
Only operate the machine when all safety and protective devices are properly fixed and in fully
operable condition.
Defective or removed safety and protective devices might cause dangerous situations.
Check all safety and protective devices for visible damage and functional ability before starting
the machine.
3.3.3 Structural alterations
Vehicles provided with an official operating license or vehicle-linked devices and equipment
provided with an official operating license or a road traffic license according to the road traffic
regulations must be in the condition specified by that license.
You are only allowed to carry out structural alterations, extensions or modifications on the
machine with the prior written consent of the manufacturer.
In case of non-authorized structural alterations, extensions or modifications:
the declaration of conformity and the CE symbol of the machine will become invalid,

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the operating license according to national and international regulations will become invalid.
Exclusively use original parts or modification and accessory parts approved by the manufacturer
such that:
the declaration of conformity and the CE symbol of the machine will remain unaffected,
the operating license according to national and international regulations will remain
unaffected,
perfect functioning of the machine will be ensured.
The manufacturer will not assume any liability for damage resulting from:
unauthorized alterations of the machine,
non-approved modification and accessory parts,
welding and drilling work on load-bearing parts of the machine.
3.3.4 Spare and wearing parts, auxiliary materials
Immediately replace machine parts which are not in perfect condition.
Exclusively use original parts of the manufacturer or parts approved by the manufacturer such that the
operating license according to national and international regulations will remain unaffected. If spare
and wearing parts produced by third-party manufacturers are used, their stress-related and safety-
conscious design and production will not be ensured.
The manufacturer will not assume any liability for damage resulting from the use of non-approved
spare and wearing parts or auxiliary materials.
3.3.5 Warranty and liability
As a basic principle, our "General Sales Terms and Delivery Conditions" shall apply. They have been
handed over to the user upon conclusion of contract at the latest.
Any warranty and liability claims in case of personal injury and material damage will be excluded if
they are due to one or several of the following reasons:
improper use of the machine,
improper assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance of the machine,
operation of the machine, the safety devices being defective or the safety and protective devices
having not been properly installed or being not serviceable,
non-observance of the instructions included in the operating instructions referring to
commissioning, operation and maintenance,
unauthorized structural alterations on the machine,
insufficient inspection of machine parts which are subject to wear,
improperly effected repairs,
disasters due to foreign objects and force majeure.
3.4 Basic safety instructions
Basic safety instructions:
shall, as a basic principle, apply to the safe operation of the machine,
are summarized in the subsections below.