BVL V-COMFORT Bedding User manual

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ENGLISCH
Operating Manual
V- COMFORT Bedding
Rev. 2/02.15 Item no.: 106608
Printed in Germany –Translation of the original operating
manual
Read and follow this operating manual before putting the machine into
operation for the first time!
Store for future reference!
Maschine V-COMFORT Bedding
DokuArt Betriebsanleitung
MaschinenNr yyy
MaschinenTyp 1000-1700
Version Rev. 2/02.15
ArtNr 94212
KundeName Bernard van Lengerich Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG
Erstelldatum 10.12.2014
Dateiname BA_xxx_DE
Zusatz1 Maschine
Zusatz2 …
Baujahr xxx
BA (diese Anleitung)
PCS

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EC Declaration of Conformity
According to EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, Annex II B
The manufacturer:
Bernard van Lengerich
Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG
Grenzstrasse 16
D-48488 Emsbüren
hereby declares the machine named below:
Make: V-COMFORT Bedding
Type: 1000-1700
Machine number:
is in conformity with the provisions of the following EC directives:
Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
EMC Directive 2004/108/EC (Electromagnetic Compatibility)
harmonized standards and technical specifications:
EN 953:1997+A1:2009 Safety of machinery –Guards –General requirements for the design and construction
of fixed and movable guards
DIN EN ISO 4254-1:2013 Agricultural machinery –Safety –Part 1: General requirements
(ISO 4254-1:2013)
EN ISO 4413:2010 Hydraulic fluid power –General rules and safety requirements for systems and
their components (ISO 4413:2010)
EN ISO 12100:2010 Safety of machinery –General principles for design –Risk assessment and
risk reduction (ISO 12100:2010)
EN 15811:2009 Agricultural machinery –Guards for moving parts of power transmission –Guard opening with
tool (ISO/TS 28923:2007, modified)
The entity authorized to compile the relevant technical documents is Bernard van Lengerich
Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG, Tel.: [phone]
Emsbüren, on 2/16/2015
(Place, Date)
(Bernard van Lengerich, Managing Director)

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Identification data
Enter the identification data of the machine here.
The identification data is specified on the type plate.
Machine number: ________________________________
Type: ________________________________
Year of manufacture: ________________________________
Manufacturer's address
Bernard van Lengerich
Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG
Operations: Grenzstrasse 16
Post address: Postfach 1154
D-48488 Emsbüren
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Internet: http://www.bvl-group.de
E-mail: [e-mail]
Spare part orders/Service
For the address, see the manufacturer's address
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Mobile: [phone]
Internet: http://www.bvl-group.de
E-mail: [e-mail]
When ordering spare parts, always provide the series, type, machine number and the year of
manufacture of your machine.
Formal information about this operating manual
Item number: 106608
Date created: 02.15
Copyright Bernard van Lengerich
Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG, 2015
All rights reserved.
Reprints, even in excerpts, only with the written permission of Bernard van Lengerich Maschinenfabrik
GmbH & Co. KG.

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Preface
Dear Customer,
You selected a quality product from the extensive product range of Bernard van Lengerich
Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG. We would like to thank you for putting your trust in us.
After receiving your machine, verify that no transport damage has occurred and that all parts are present!
Use the delivery note to check if the shipment of your machine is complete and also includes the special
equipment you ordered. Claims for damages cannot be accepted unless submitted without delay!
Read and observe this operating manual and, in particular, the safety instructions before putting your
equipment into operation. After reading this information carefully, you can immediately start enjoying all
the benefits of your recently purchased machine.
Make sure that all personnel operating the machine have read this operating manual before putting the
machine into operation.
Special equipment is available for all machines. When customizing your machine, you may find that not
all descriptions contained in this operating manual apply to your specific machine. Special equipment is
identified in this operating manual.
If you have any questions on how to handle your machine or regarding this operating manual, please
contact us.
Regular maintenance and the timely exchange of worn or damaged parts will increase the service life of
your machine.
User evaluation
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our operating manuals are revised on a regular basis. You help us increase the user friendliness of our
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Bernard van Lengerich
Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG
Operations: Grenzstrasse 16
Post address: Postfach 1154
D-48488 Emsbüren
Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
E-mail: [e-mail]

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Contents
1User information 8
1.1 Purpose of this operating manual 8
1.2 Storing the operating manual 8
1.3 Locational information in this operating manual 8
1.4 Illustrations used 9
1.5 Terms used 9
2Safety instructions 10
2.1 Working in a safety-conscious manner 10
2.2 Organizational measures 11
2.2.1 Responsibilities of the owner 11
2.2.2 Responsibilities of the operator 11
2.2.3 Qualification of the personnel 12
2.2.4 Intended use 13
2.2.5 Misuse 13
2.3 Product safety 14
2.3.1 Safe operation of the machine 14
2.3.2 Safety devices and safeguards 14
2.3.3 Structural modifications 14
2.3.4 Replacement and wear parts as well as auxiliary supplies 14
2.3.5 Warranty and liability 15
2.4 General safety instructions 16
2.4.1 Danger area/work area and hazard areas 16
2.4.2 General information on safety and accident prevention 16
2.4.3 Installing/removing the machine 17
2.4.4 Use of the machine 17
2.4.5 Transporting the machine (regulations applicable to the tractor) 18
2.4.6 Hydraulic system 19
2.4.7 Electrical system 20
2.4.8 Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 21
2.5 Action-related safety instructions and important information 22
2.5.1 Action-related safety instructions 22
2.5.2 Important information 23
2.6 Warnings and instructions 24
2.6.1 Warnings 24
2.6.2 Instructions 29
2.6.3 Positioning of warnings and instructions 30
2.7 Risks resulting from failure to observe the safety instructions and warnings 31
3Technical data 32
3.1 Bedding implement V-COMFORT Bedding 32
3.2 Type plate and CE mark 33
3.3 Operating fluids 33
3.4 Necessary equipment on the tractor 34
3.4.1 Engine capacity of the tractor 34
3.4.2 Electrics 34
3.4.3 Hydraulics 34
3.4.4 Control unit 35
3.4.5 Mirrors 35

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4Design and function 36
4.1 V-COMFORT Bedding –components at a glance 36
4.2 Receiving hopper 37
4.3 Dosing and mixing augers 38
4.4 Adjustable discharge opening 39
4.5 Conveyor belt 40
4.6 Doors 41
4.7 Mounting frame 42
4.8 Control panel 43
4.9 Hydraulic system 45
4.9.1 Hydraulic motor powering the conveyor belt 46
4.9.2 Hydraulic motor of the dosing and mixing augers 46
4.9.3 Electromagnetic lock valve 46
4.9.4 Flow control valve (optional) 47
4.9.5 Electrohydraulic control block (optional) 47
4.9.6 Hydraulic cylinders of the three-point mounting frame (optional) 48
4.10 Hydraulic hose lines 49
4.10.1 Coupling the hydraulic hose lines 49
4.10.2 Uncoupling the hydraulic hose lines 50
4.11 Safety devices and safeguards 51
4.11.1 Tipping sensor 51
4.11.2 Protective case - chain drive 52
4.11.3 Protective covers fitted in the doors 52
5Loading and unloading the machine 53
5.1 Loading and unloading using lifting devices 53
5.2 Loading and unloading using the tractor designated for operation with the
machine 53
6Commissioning 54
6.1 Traffic regulations 55
6.1.1 Traffic regulations applicable in Germany 55
6.2 Checking suitability of the tractor 55
6.2.1 Calculation of the actual values 55
6.3 Mounting the control panel to the tractor (optional) 56
6.4 Securing the tractor against unintended start-up and rolling away 57
6.5 Checking the machine for proper operation 57
7Coupling and uncoupling the machine 58
7.1 Coupling the machine 59
7.1.1 Coupling up to the three-point hydraulic system of a tractor 61
7.1.2 Coupling up to the quick-change device of a front, farmyard or wheel loader 62
7.2 Uncoupling the machine 63
7.2.1 Uncoupling from the three-point hydraulic system of a tractor 64
7.2.2 Uncoupling from the quick-change device of a front, farmyard or wheel loader 65
8Settings 66
8.1 Adjusting the bedding material quantity 66
8.1.1 Adjusting the opening width of the discharge opening 67
8.1.2 Adjusting the drive speed of the dosing and mixing augers 68
8.2 Adjusting the throw distance 70
8.3 Changing the throw direction on the V-COMFORT Bedding 1500/1700 71

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9Transport trips 72
10 Use of the machine 74
10.1 Filling the bedding implement 74
10.1.1 Rear-mounted bedding implement 75
10.1.2 Front-mounted bedding implement 76
10.2 Discharging the bedding implement 77
10.3 Removing clogs 79
11 Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 80
11.1 Cleaning 81
11.1.1 Cleaning with high pressure sprayers/steam cleaners 81
1.1 Lubricating 82
1.1.1 The lubrication chart at a glance 82
1.1.2 Lubrication points - overview 82
1.2 Maintenance schedule –overview 83
11.2 Conveyor belt 84
11.2.1 Tensioning/aligning the conveyor belt 84
11.3 Checking/tensioning the roller chain of the chain drive on the dosing and mixing
augers 85
11.4 Hydraulic system 86
11.4.1 Markings on hydraulic hose lines 87
11.4.2 Inspection criteria for hydraulic hose lines 87
11.4.3 Installing and removing hydraulic hose lines 88
12 Faults 89
13 Appendix 90
13.1 Provided documents 90
13.2 Circuit diagrams 91
13.2.1 Hydraulic circuit diagram (standard) 91
13.2.2 Hydraulic circuit diagram (option I) 92
13.2.3 Hydraulic circuit diagram (option III) 93
13.2.4 Hydraulic circuit diagram (option III) 94

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1User information
The chapter User information provides you with information on how to use this operating manual.
1.1 Purpose of this operating manual
This operating manual:
describes how to operate, clean, service and repair the machine,
provides important information on how to handle the machine in a safe and efficient way.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
1.2 Storing the operating manual
The operating manual is part of the machine. Therefore, store this operating manual:
at the machine at all times,
for future reference.
If selling the machine, pass this operating manual on to the purchaser.
1.3 Locational information in this operating manual
All locational information in this operating manual is given in relation to the direction of travel.

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1.4 Illustrations used
Instructions for actions and responses
Actions that need to be carried out following a specific sequence are identified as numbered instructions
for action.
Strictly adhere to this order. In certain cases, the result of the instruction for action will be marked with an
arrow.
Example:
1. Instruction for action 1
→Result of instruction for action 1
2. Instruction for action 2
Lists
Unordered lists are displayed as lists with bullet points.
Example:
Item 1
Item 2
Item numbers in illustrations
Figures included in round brackets refer to the item numbers included in the adjoining illustration.
Example (1)
Item 1 in the adjoining illustration
1.5 Terms used
The term ...
signifies ...
Work tools
... the conveyor belt and the dosing and mixing augers.
third parties
… all persons other than the operator.
Hazard
... the source of a potential injury or damage to a person's health.
Manufacturer
... Bernard van Lengerich Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG.
Machine
… the interchangeable equipment "V-COMFORT Bedding 1000-1700".

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2Safety instructions
This chapter contains important information for the owner and the operator on how to operate the
machine in a safe and trouble-free manner.
Observe all safety instructions provided in this operating manual!
Most accidents are caused due to a failure to observe the simplest of safety rules.
You help prevent accidents by observing all safety instructions provided in this operating
manual.
2.1 Working in a safety-conscious manner
This machine has been constructed according to the latest technological standards and the recognized
safety and accident prevention regulations. Regardless, using the machine carries certain risks and may
impair:
the life and limb of the operator or third parties,
for the machine itself,
other material assets.
Observe the following to ensure the operational safety of the machine:
this operating manual, in particular:
othe general safety instructions, the action-related safety instructions, and the instructions for
actions,
othe information on proper use.
the warnings attached to the machine,
all national, generally applicable regulations regarding safety and accident prevention as well as
environmental protection,
Do not operate the machine unless all of its safety features are in proper working order.