BUNNING FarmStar 60 User manual

60 - 80 FarmStar
Manure Spreader
Owners Manual


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Grease all points ifnecessary.(see
manual).
10
Check condition of all cylinders & pins.
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Ensure tyre pressures are correct for speed &
load.
16
Check oil level offloor drive gearbox and
auger drive gearbox.
4
Locate, identify & explain spreader to
towing vehicle air ,hydraulic and electric
connectors.
STRUCTURE
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Check condition of body, drawbar & augers
15
Check air system hose condition and
connectors. (Option).
WHEELS & TYRES
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Check condition of tyres.
6
Explain how to cut the PTO guard to size
and where to fit the safety chains.
BRAKING
Check condition of cabling & 7 pin connector.
HYDRAULICS & PNUEMATICS
14
Check hydraulic hose condition especially
brake hoses & connectors.
3
Explain the functions of the machine.
Check hydraulic cylinder for leaks and
damage.
SIGNATURE
DATE:
19
Check wheel nut torque. (Check daily for first
week ofuse)
7
Check operation of parking brake.
8
Check operation of service brake.
OPERATOR
DEALER
I have received a copy of the instruction & spares manual and
understand the method of operation, the safety requirements
and the maintenance methods.
I have given basic instruction in the method of operation, the
position of safety stickers and methods of maintenance, and
ensured that the owner/operator is in possession of the
Manual.
Pre-Delivery Inspection sheet
The purpose of this document is to ensure that the operator, hirer or owner is fully appraised ofall safey
guidelines and operating and maintenance methods before taking possession of the machine.
Bunning FarmStar 60 & 80
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LIGHTING
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Check operation of lights
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2
Draw attention to the safety decals
located on the machine.
GENERAL
Ensure the operator receives a copy ofthe
instruction & spares manual.

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CHASSIS SERIAL NUMBER...............................................................
SECTION & CONTENTS PAGE
Preface. 6
How to use this manual. 6
Operating on public roads. 6
Introduction. 7
Disposal. 7
EC Declaration of Conformity. 8
Machine over view. 9
1. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1.1 Hitching to tractor. 10
1.2 Coupling of hydraulic hoses. 11
1.3 Hand brake. 12
1.4 Brake adjustment. 12
1.5 Floor adjustment. 12
1.6 Method of operation. 12
1.7 Slurry door. 12
2. MAINTENANCE
2.1 Lubrication of spreader. 13
2.2 Servicing intervals 13
2.3 Amount of oil required to fill gearbox 16
2.4 Service record. 17
2.5 Shearbolt protection. 18
2.6 Greasing points 18
DRAWINGS AND PARTS LISTS
3. FLOOR DRIVE
3.1 Hydraulic circuit for floor drive. 19
3.2 Floor speed control unit. 20
3.3 Floor drive relief valves. 21
3.4 Floor drive gearbox FarmStar 60/80. 23
3.5 Floor drive gearbox FarmStar 60/80 OPTION. 25
3.6 Rear floor shaft assembly FarmStar 60/80. 27
3.7 Rear floor shaft assembly FarmStar 60/80 OPTION. 29
3.8 Front shaft and chains. 31

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4 AUGERS AND DRIVES
4.1 Shredding augers. 33
4.2 Gearbox STANDARD 540 / 360.35
5. P.T.O AND TRANSMISSION
5.1 Transmission 60. 37
5.2 Transmission 80. 38
5.3 Problems and possible solutions. 39
5.4 Walterschied wide angle PTO. 41
5.5 Walterschied torque limiter. 41
5.6 Walterschied PTO shaft. 42
5.7 Walterschied W/A PTO shaft & parts. 43
5.8 PTO guard safety chain fixing. 45
5.9 PTO stowage. 47
6. BRAKE & AXLE ARRANGEMENTS
6.1 FarmStar 60 & Tandem 80 Brake parts 300x90. 48
6.2 FarmStar 60 Axle hub and bearing parts. 49
6.3 FarmStar 60 & Tandem 80 Axle hub and bearing spares 309E. 50
6.4 FarmStar 80 – Axle and hub parts. 51
6.5 FarmStar 80 - Brake parts 52
6.6 FarmStar 80 Tandem – hub & bearing parts 53
6.7 FarmStar 80 Tandem – 309E brake spares. 54
6.8 FarmStar 80 – Sprung suspension spares 55
6.9 Hydraulic brake ram assembly 20mm bore. 56
6.10 Hydraulic brake ram assembly 30mm bore. 57
6.11 Hydraulic brake circuit – single axle. 58
6.12 Hydraulic brake circuit – tandem axle. 59
7. AXLES & SPRUNG DRAWBAR
Safety notice. 60
General information. 61
Axle maintenance and adjustment. 62
Minimum program of maintenance sheet. 73
8. TYRES AND WHEELS
8.1 Tyre and wheel maintenance. 74
8.2 Tyre pressure settings. 75
8.3 Wheel type and torque settings. 79

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9. OPTIONS
9.1 Guillotine slurry door. 80
9.2 Guillotine slurry door hydraulic circuit. 81
9.2 Support Leg. 82
9.3 Handbrake control multi-stroke MS45. 82
9.4 Body seal rubber. 83
9.5 Simple canopy. 83
10. ELECTRICS
10.1 Wiring for 12v 7 pin plug. 84
10.2 Rear lamps. 85
10.3 Marker lamp. 85
11. HEALTH AND SAFETY & POTENTIAL HAZARDS
11.1 Hazardous machinery warning. 86
11.2 Loss of control. 86
11.3 Operation around bystanders. 86
11.4 Hydraulic fluid penetration or burning. 86
11.5 Electrocution. 86
11.6 Body entry. 86
11.7 Coupling / decoupling. 86
11.8 Machinery start up. 87
11.9 Machinery shut down. 87
11.10 Additional driver protection. 87
11.11 PTO Connection and guarding. 87
11.12 Personal protective equipment. 87
11.13 Safety decal location. 87
11.14 Safety operating hazard area 88
11.15 Warnings 89
12. WARRANTY 90
13. IMPORTANT INFORMATION 90
14. NOTES 91
15. IDENTIFICATION PLATE 92
16. TECHNICAL DATA & SPECIFICATIONS 93
17. MACHINE DIMENSIONS 94

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PREFACE
The instructions in the manual must be read carefully and followed by all persons concerned with the operation,
maintenance, repair or inspection of this machine in order to prevent accidents.
Read especially sections relating to safety, operating instructions and maintenance.
The use of spare parts, accessories and additional equipment which is not originally manufactured checked and
release by GT Bunning Ltd can have a negative effect on specific design features of the machine and on its
operability. This may impair its operating safety, as well as safety at work for the operator and could invalidate
warranty.
GT Bunning will in no way be liable for damage or personal injury caused by the use of other than original GT
Bunning parts, accessories and additional equipment.
Technical specifications, dimensions and weights are given with the usual tolerances (+/-2%).
GT Bunning Ltd operates a policy of continual improvement; as such some items in this manual may differ slightly
from that of your machine. GT Bunning reserves the right to make changes to the machine or manual without
notice. If in any doubt regarding any aspect of the design or operation of this machine contact GT Bunning Ltd or
your GT Bunning Ltd agent for clarification.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL
The manual contains sections that cover all of the following, Safety, Operating instructions, Maintenance,
Specifications and Technical data. Refer to the contents pages for the relevant page number.
Before use of the machine familiarise yourself with the manual and its contents
The machine should only be operated, serviced and repaired by persons who are familiar with the machine and
who have read and understood this manual, and are informed of the risks.
This manual should stay with the machine/operator at all times.
OPERATING ON PUBLIC ROADS
Before operating on public roads the spreader must be correctly connected to the towing vehicle, the lights must
be connected and function of the lighting equipment must be checked. The braking system of the spreader must
be correctly connected to the towing vehicle, check for correct operation.

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INTRODUCTION
This manual provides information on the use, adjustment and servicing of the GT Bunning range of Lowlander
spreader.
Following the advice on the correct maintenance and servicing procedures will ensure maximum performance and
a long service life of your machine.
Failure to carry out maintenance work correctly or incorrect operation will result in poor machine efficiency and
loss of valuable time.
By ensuring the correct operation, and by carrying out maintenance and service work with care, you will be able
to make full use of the technical knowledge and the experience with which your Lowlander spreader was
originally designed.
DISPOSAL
Upon completion of the useful life of the machine, all parts can be disposed of at a suitable waste disposal facility.
Care must be taken if oxy-acetylene cutting equipment is to be used.
The wheels and tyres, hydraulic cylinders, valves and hoses must be removed before using cutting equipment.
Oil must be drained collected and disposed of in accordance with current legislation.
Electrical components must be disposed of in accordance with the relevant legislation.

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MACHINE OVER VIEW
MACHINE OVER VIEW PARTS LIST
KEY QTY DESCRIPTION
1 1 BODY
2 1 DRAWBAR
3 1 STONE GUARD
4 1 FRONT PILLAR
5 1 PTO DRIVE LINE
6 1 FINGER GUARD
7 1 SUPPORT LEG
8 1 LADDER
9 2 WHEEL & TYRE ASSEMBLY
10 1AUGER GEARBOX
11 1FLOOR DRIVE GEARBOX, MOTOR AND VALVE
12 2AUGER
13 2LAMP ASSEMBLY
14 1AXLE

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1. OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
The intended purpose of the vehicle is to tow and spread manure and other materials.
1.1 Hitching to tractor.
Attach spreader to pick-up hook or static hitch stub. Do not attach to swinging drawbar or pick-up hook
in extended position.
Remove screwjack from drawbar (if fitted) and locate in transport position provided at the front of
spreader.
Turn off the tractor engine and remove the key.
Slide the tractor end of the PTO shaft out and fit to the tractor PTO. Lay the two halves of the PTO shaft
alongside one another and mark the required lengths, allowing for turning. Maximum pull out of
300mm (12 inches) of the 2 shafts. Cut to size and clean burrs at each end of shaft KEEP SHAFT SLIDING
SURFACES GREASED. Attach chains fitted to PTO guard (to prevent rotation of guard) to suitable point
on the tractor and hole provided on metal cover over PTO shaft on spreader. Ensure that the spring
loaded pins in splined yokes are fully locked in position. Always disengage the PTO when turning sharply
to avoid damage to shafts universal joints. Where a wide angle PTO is fitted attach this end to the
tractor. Please refer to the DVD for more information.

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1.2 Coupling of hydraulic hoses.
Fit the two hoses for the floor drive hydraulic motor (one to feed and one for return) to double spool
valve on tractor. Choose position of spool lever for ease of control to obtain floor movement to rear.
Reversing of floor is done by selecting the opposite position of hydraulic control lever. Universal quick
release probes are fitted as standard to hose ends. Mark hose as required to assist in the future
coupling for correct position of feed and return. When a slurry door is fitted connect the hydraulic hoses
to a double spool valve and select the hose positions to suit the operator to open and close the door.
Fit hydraulic brake hose to trailer brake valve on tractor (male fitting).
A universal female brake coupling is fitted as standard to the hose ends.
N.B CHECK DIRECTION OF FLOOR BEFORE LOADING.
Do not run floor in reverse with full load. Speed of floor in reverse is at MAXIMUM.
Only reverse floor for a few seconds.
Ensure the braking system is connected and that it functions correctly before moving.
FLOOR RETURN
FLOOR PRESSURE
SLURRY DOOR OPEN
SLURRY DOOR CLOSE
BRAKES

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1.3 Hand brake.
The handbrake is a multi-stroke ratchet type. To apply the handbrake give the handle short pumps (a
clicking of the ratchet will be heard) until resistance occurs and subsequent tightening of the cable. To
release the handbrake give the handle one sharp movement in the opposite direction. This releases the
ratchet mechanism.
1.4 Brake adjustment.
Brake adjustment is carried out at the hydraulic brake ram unit fitted to each wheel axle giving
independent adjustment to each wheel. To adjust, jack up the spreader, slacken the locknut in the set
screw and turn the set screw clockwise. (See section 7)
BEWARE NOT TO OVER ADJUST. Make sure the wheel can rotate freely.
1.5 Floor adjustment.
When adjusting floor chains ensure that the adjustment is carried out equally to both sides.
DO NOT ALLOW THE CHAINS TO BECOME TOO SLACK.
ADJUST CHAINS AFTER A FEW LOADS.
KEEP CHAINS ADJUSTED CORRECTLY AT ALL TIMES, A GUIDE IS TO BE ABLE TO SEE A WHOLE LINK
BELOW FRONT BOTTOM EDGE OF SPREADER i.e. FROM CENTRE TO FRONT.
Reverse floor
The floor should only be reversed for very short periods, to clear the augers.
Do not reverse if the floor chain is slack, tighten floor chain first.
1.6 Method of operation.
1) Select speed of floor required on control valve.
2) Engage PTO to power the rear augers – tractor engine revs low.
3) Raise slurry door to required height if fitted.
4) Engage spool valve to power floor to rear.
1.7 Slurry Door
As the load height reduces lower the slurry door to cover the augers. This will help prevent foreign
objects being thrown forward.

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2. MAINTENANCE
2.1 Lubrication of spreader.
DAILY GREASE Front and rear floor shaft
Overrun clutch to front of main ‘T’ gearbox
Hitch eye
WEEKLY GREASE All sealed bearing – 1/2 pump of grease gun maximum.
TAKE CARE NOT TO DAMAGE GREASE SEAL BY OVERGREASING
Sliding tube of PTO shaft.
PTO universal joints – Follow manufacturers instructions.
Screwjack top (when fitted)
Shearbolt bush
MONTHLY Check gearbox oil levels
ANNUALLY Change oil to all gearboxes
TYPE OF LUBRICATION GREASE Multi purpose
GEARBOXES EP90
2.2 Servicing intervals
The period recommended is based on normal operating conditions. Severe or unusual conditions may require
more frequent lubrication or oil changes.
IMPORTANT: ENSURE CV JOINT IS GREASED BEFORE FIRST USE!
TAKE CARE NOT TO DAMAGE SEALS BY OVERGREASING.
DAILY (8 HRS)
1. Check for hydraulic fluid leaks and damaged hoses.
2. Grease Front and Rear floor chain shaft bearings.
a. Front shaft.
• Remove front Finger Guard to access bearings.

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b. Rear Shaft.
• Grease both left and right bearings.
3. Grease the Overrun Clutch to front of the auger gearbox.
WEEKLY (40 HRS)
1. Check wheel nuts. Re-torque as needed.
2. Grease all sealed bearings
a. Driveline hanger bearings (2 or 3 depending on model).
b. Top auger bearings (Grease nipples access provided on right turret).
3. Grease the telescoping section of the PTO shaft.

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4. Grease PTO input drive system.
a. Input shaft.
b. Cross joint fittings.
c. Guard bearings.
d. Shear bolt housing.
e. Over-running clutch (5 pumps).
5. Grease the implement jack top.
6. Check gearbox oil level
a. Floor Chain Drive Gearbox
- Oil should be level with the middle of the sight glass.
- Add oil as required through the top plug.
b. Auger Gearbox
- Spreader must be unhooked from tractor and set on level ground to check oil. Oil should be level with
the middle of the sight glass.
- Add oil as required through the top plug.
- Oil may take a while to distribute in casing, recheck level after 30 – 40 minutes and repeat if necessary.
MONTHLY
1. Apply grease or heavy oil to apron chain.
2. Grease telescoping section of PTO shaft.
3. Grease the CV Joint of PTO shaft (15 pumps)

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4. Grease suspension system spring bushings on each side.
5. Grease brake pivot bushings (Tandem Suspension machines).
6. Grease parking brake leaver joint.
7. Check and adjust the apron chain tension.
ANNUALLY
1. Change oil to all gearboxes.
2. Check the condition of the frame sealing flaps. Replace if not sealing the sides or bottom.
a. Front.
b. Rear Slurry Door Auger Deck.
3. Check brake setting.
Brakes can be checked by depressing the brake petal with the engine running and the tractor in gear; release
clutch to determine brake adjustment.
4. Check condition of rotor blades and paddles. Repair when there are loose bolts, cracked welds, chipped, bent
or broken blades or paddles. Replace when any components are worn within 1 inch of flighting.
5. Clean machine.
6. Check general hardware/bolt tightness. Retighten if necessary.
It is recommended to apply waste oil to the floor chains periodically when spreading dry material and particularly at the end of
the spreading season. This assists in the smooth running of the machine and prolongs the working life of the components.
2.3 Amount of oil required to fill gearbox.
Please use EP90 gear oil
RT350/50/25 1.114 Gallons
RT500/50/25 1.77 Gallons
SRT 8 1.85 Gallons

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2.4 SERVICE RECORD
See Lubrication and Mainteneance sections for details of service. Copy this page to continue record.
ACTION CODE CK = CHECK CL = CLEAN G = GREASE

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2.5 Shearbolt Protection.
Only one shearbolt is fitted to the spreader. This is located on the spreader end of the PTO shaft. The
bolt is M10 x 60 grade 6.8 mild steel.
ON NO ACCOUNT MUST A BOLT OF HIGHER GRADE THAN 6.8 TENSILE STRENGTH BE FITTED.
2.6 Greasing points
KEY GREASE POINT
1ALL BEARINGS IN DRIVE LINE
2FRONT SHAFT
3PTO KNUCKLES
4REAR SHAFT
5BEARINGS TOP OF AUGERS (GREASE POINT O/S ON TURRET)

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3. FLOOR DRIVE
3.1 HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT FOR FLOOR DRIVE
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