BVL V-MIX DRIVE Maximus Plus 11-1S User manual

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Operating manual
Type of manual Operat-
ing manual
Machine designation V-MIX
Drive
MachineNo 114628
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chine
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CustomerName Bernard
van Lengerich
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chinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG
CustomerAddress
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48488 Emsbüren
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V-
MIX DRIVE
Maximus Plus 11-1S/13N-1S/13H-1S/15-1S/17-1S
Rev. 0/04.20 Item no. 117924
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!

Declaration of Conformity
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EC Declaration of Conformity
according to EC Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC, Annex II A
The manufacturer:
Bernard van Lengerich
Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG
Grenzstraße 16
D-48488 Emsbüren
hereby declares the machine named below:
Make: Self-Propelled Mixer Wagon
Type: Maximus Plus 11-1S/13N-1S/13H-1S/15-1S/17-1S
is in conformity with the provisions of the following EC directives:
 Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC
 EMC Directive 2014/30/EU (Electromagnetic Compatibility)
Harmonized standards and technical specifications:
 EN 349:1993+A1:2008 Safety of machinery — Minimum gaps to avoid crushing of parts of the hu-
man body
 EN 703:2004+A1:2009 Agricultural machinery — Silage loading, mixing and/or chopping and distrib-
uting machines — Safety
 EN ISO 4254-1:2015 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 4414:2010 Pneumatic fluid power — General rules and safety requirements for systems and
their components (ISO 4414:2010)
 EN ISO 12100:2010 Safety of machinery — General principles for design — Risk assessment and
risk reduction (ISO 12100:2010)
 EN ISO 13857:2008 Safety of machinery — Safety distances to prevent hazard zones being reached
by upper and lower limbs (ISO 13857:2008)
The entity authorized to compile the relevant technical documents is Bernard van Lengerich Maschi-
nenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG, Tel.: [phone]
(Place, Date)
(Bernard van Lengerich, Managing Director)

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Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG
Operations:
Grenzstraße 16
Post address:
Postfach 1154
D-48488 Emsbüren
Tel:
[phone]
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Formal information about this operating manual
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Date created:
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Preface
Dear Customer,
You selected a quality product from the extensive product range of Bernard van Lengerich Maschi-
nenfabrik 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.
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operating manual as well as proper commissioning.
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Contents
1User information ............................................................................................................. 11
1.1 Purpose of the operating manual.....................................................................11
1.2 Storing the operating manual .........................................................................11
1.3 Locational information in the operating manual.................................................11
1.4 Illustrations used ..........................................................................................12
1.5 Terms used ..................................................................................................12
2Safety instructions .......................................................................................................... 13
2.1 Working in a safety-conscious manner .............................................................13
2.2 Organizational measures................................................................................14
2.2.1 Responsibilities of the owner...........................................................................14
2.2.2 Responsibilities of the operator .......................................................................14
2.2.3 Qualification of the personnel..........................................................................15
2.3 Product safety...............................................................................................16
2.3.1 Safe operation of the machine ........................................................................16
2.3.2 Safety devices and guards..............................................................................16
2.3.3 Structural modifications .................................................................................16
2.3.4 Replacement and wear parts as well as auxiliary supplies...................................16
2.3.5 Warranty and liability.....................................................................................17
2.4 General safety instructions .............................................................................17
2.4.1 General information on safety and accident prevention ......................................18
2.4.2 Hydraulic system...........................................................................................20
2.4.3 Electrical system...........................................................................................21
2.4.4 Brake system................................................................................................21
2.4.5 Tyres...........................................................................................................22
2.4.6 Mixer wagon.................................................................................................23
2.4.7 Cleaning, maintenance and repairs..................................................................24
2.5 Action-related safety instructions and important information...............................25
2.5.1 Action-related safety instructions ....................................................................25
2.5.2 Important information ...................................................................................26
2.6 Warnings and instructions ..............................................................................26
2.6.1 Warnings......................................................................................................27
2.6.2 Instructions..................................................................................................33
2.6.3 Positioning of warnings and instructions...........................................................36
2.7 Risks resulting from failure to observe the safety instructions and warnings .........38
3Loading and unloading .................................................................................................... 39
4Product description ......................................................................................................... 40
4.1 Overview –Entire machine.............................................................................40
4.2 Intended use ................................................................................................43
4.3 Safety devices and guards..............................................................................44
4.4 Danger area and hazard areas ........................................................................45
4.4.1 Danger area platform.....................................................................................46
4.5 Information on noise generation......................................................................46
4.6 Technical data ..............................................................................................47
4.7 Type plate and CE mark Type plate and CE mark ..............................................48
4.8 Conformity ...................................................................................................49
5Design and function ........................................................................................................ 50
5.1 Driver's cab - overview ..................................................................................50
5.1.1 Cab door......................................................................................................51
5.1.1.1 Gas pressure spring.......................................................................................51

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5.1.1.2 Opening the cab door ....................................................................................52
5.1.1.3 Closing the cab door......................................................................................53
5.1.1.4 Opening the door window...............................................................................54
5.1.2 Driver's seat.................................................................................................55
5.1.2.1 Mechanically cushioned driver's seat................................................................56
5.1.2.2 Air-suspended driver's seat (special equipment)................................................58
5.1.3 Steering wheel..............................................................................................61
5.1.4 Ignition starter switch....................................................................................61
5.1.5 Dashboard –overview ...................................................................................62
5.1.5.1 Instruments..................................................................................................63
5.1.5.1.1 Speedometer................................................................................................63
5.1.5.1.2 Indicator for fuel reserve................................................................................63
5.1.5.1.3 Running time meter.......................................................................................64
5.1.5.1.4 Indicator for hydraulic oil temperature.............................................................64
5.1.5.1.5 Tachometer..................................................................................................65
5.1.5.2 Warning and indicator lights ...........................................................................66
5.1.5.2.1 Warning and indicator lights relating to engine functions....................................66
5.1.5.2.2 Indicator lights of lighting and turn-signal indicator system ................................67
5.1.5.2.3 Warning and indicator lights of the traction drive...............................................67
5.1.5.2.4 Warning and indicator lights of the filter systems ..............................................67
5.1.5.3 Controls.......................................................................................................68
5.1.6 Control panel –overview................................................................................69
5.1.6.1 Controls.......................................................................................................69
5.1.7 Operating monitor of the diesel engine.............................................................71
5.1.7.1 Engine indicator light red ...............................................................................71
5.1.7.2 Engine indicator light yellow ...........................................................................71
5.1.7.3 Warning light charge check/alternator..............................................................72
5.1.7.3.1 Engine speed................................................................................................72
5.1.7.3.2 Coolant temperature......................................................................................72
5.1.7.3.3 Coolant level.................................................................................................73
5.1.7.4 Exhaust aftertreatment..................................................................................73
5.1.8 Diesel engine operation monitoring by means of electronic engine control ............73
5.1.9 Indicator and warning lights for the operating states of the hydraulic system........74
5.1.9.1 Warning light hydraulic oil temperature............................................................74
5.1.10 Heating, ventilation and air conditioning...........................................................74
5.1.10.1 Heating or cooling the cab compartment ..........................................................75
5.1.11 Selecting operating modes .............................................................................77
5.1.11.1 Operating mode “Loading”..............................................................................78
5.1.11.2 Operating mode “Feeding”..............................................................................79
5.1.11.3 Operating mode “Transport” ...........................................................................80
5.1.11.4 Operating mode “Diagnostics, settings and information” ....................................81
5.1.12 Multi-function lever .......................................................................................82
5.1.12.1 Multi-function lever –mode 1: Loading ............................................................83
5.1.12.2 Multi-function lever –mode 2: Feeding ............................................................84
5.1.12.3 Multi-function lever –mode 3: Transport..........................................................85
5.1.13 Information and operating terminal .................................................................86
5.1.13.1 Mode 1 –Loading..........................................................................................87
5.1.13.2 Mode 2 –Feeding..........................................................................................89
5.1.13.3 Mode 3 –Transport .......................................................................................90
5.1.13.4 Mode 4 –Diagnostics, settings and information.................................................91
5.1.13.4.1 Home screen ................................................................................................91
5.1.13.4.1.1 Diagnostics...................................................................................................92
5.1.13.4.1.1.1 Status of traction drive ..................................................................................93

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5.1.13.4.1.1.2 Inputs of traction drive ..................................................................................94
5.1.13.4.1.1.3 Outputs of traction drive ................................................................................95
5.1.13.4.1.1.4 Machine control.............................................................................................96
5.1.13.4.1.1.5 Status of hydraulic oil filters ...........................................................................97
5.1.13.4.1.2 Settings .......................................................................................................98
5.1.13.4.1.2.1 Time............................................................................................................99
5.1.13.4.1.2.2 Automatic extraction unit ............................................................................. 100
5.1.13.4.1.2.3 Automatic fan reversal unit........................................................................... 101
5.1.13.4.1.2.4 Language................................................................................................... 102
5.1.13.4.1.2.5 Mixer speed................................................................................................ 103
5.1.13.4.1.3 Information ................................................................................................ 104
5.1.13.5 Error notifications........................................................................................ 105
5.1.13.5.1 Error coolant............................................................................................... 105
5.1.13.5.2 Error notification, cover................................................................................ 105
5.1.13.5.3 Error notification, loading arm position –loading arm too high.......................... 106
5.1.13.5.4 Error notification, loading arm position –loading arm too low ........................... 107
5.1.13.5.5 Error notification, cross conveyor center position............................................. 108
5.1.13.5.6 Error notification, burn-off UREA ................................................................... 108
5.1.13.5.7 Error notification, HC burn-off UREA, SCR catalytic converter............................ 109
5.1.13.5.8 AdBlue fill level ........................................................................................... 110
5.1.13.5.9 AdBlue quality warning level 1 ...................................................................... 111
5.1.13.5.10 AdBlue quality warning level 2 ...................................................................... 111
5.1.13.5.11 AdBlue quality warning level 3 ...................................................................... 112
5.1.13.5.12 AdBlue equipment warning level 1.................................................................112
5.1.13.5.13 AdBlue equipment warning level 2.................................................................113
5.1.13.5.14 AdBlue equipment warning level 3.................................................................114
5.2 Diesel engine.............................................................................................. 115
5.2.1 Starting the diesel engine............................................................................. 115
5.2.2 Warming up the diesel engine....................................................................... 117
5.2.3 Stalling the diesel engine ............................................................................. 117
5.2.4 Venting after lack of diesel fuel ..................................................................... 117
5.2.5 Starting the diesel engine using a jumper battery............................................ 118
5.2.6 Tow-starting the diesel engine ...................................................................... 119
5.2.7 Shutting off the diesel engine ....................................................................... 119
5.2.8 Operating the diesel engine in the winter ....................................................... 120
5.3 Drive mode ................................................................................................ 121
5.3.1 Driving forward........................................................................................... 122
5.3.2 Driving in reverse........................................................................................ 123
5.3.3 Decelerating and stopping the machine.......................................................... 124
5.3.4 Parking brake (hand brake).......................................................................... 125
5.3.5 Switching four-wheel drive on and off (optional) ............................................. 126
5.3.6 Differential lock........................................................................................... 127
5.3.7 Steering..................................................................................................... 128
5.4 Lighting and visibility................................................................................... 129
5.4.1 Switching the sidelight or headlight on and off ................................................ 129
5.4.2 Turn-signal indicator, high beam, and headlight flasher.................................... 130
5.4.3 Hazard warning flasher ................................................................................ 131
5.4.4 Visibility..................................................................................................... 131
5.4.4.1 Windshield wipers ....................................................................................... 131
5.4.4.2 Mirrors....................................................................................................... 133
5.4.4.3 Rear view camera........................................................................................ 135
5.5 Loading arm ............................................................................................... 136
5.5.1 Raising/lowering the loading arm .................................................................. 136

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5.5.2 Setting the loading arm to the transport position............................................. 137
5.6 Profiled roller and elevator ........................................................................... 138
5.6.1 Switching profiled roller and elevator on and off.............................................. 138
5.6.2 Adjusting the drive speed of the profiled roller................................................ 139
5.6.3 Adjusting the belt speed of the elevator ......................................................... 140
5.6.4 Opening/closing the guard on the profiled roller .............................................. 141
5.6.5 Reversing profiled roller and elevator............................................................. 142
5.6.6 Opening and closing the dosing gate for the door............................................ 142
5.7 Cross conveyor ........................................................................................... 144
5.7.1 Switching the conveyor on and off.................................................................144
5.7.1.1 Adjusting the belt speed of the cross conveyor................................................ 145
5.7.2 Shifting the cross conveyor to the right or left (optional).................................. 146
5.8 Platform..................................................................................................... 147
5.9 Mixing auger............................................................................................... 148
5.9.1 Switching the mixing auger on and off ........................................................... 148
5.9.2 Adjusting the drive speed of the mixing auger ................................................ 149
5.9.3 Switching rapid speed for the mixing auger on and off ..................................... 150
5.9.4 Switching cleaning mode for the mixing auger on............................................ 151
5.9.5 Reverse the drive direction of the mixing auger .............................................. 152
5.10 Switching the plug auger on/off .................................................................... 152
5.11 Cutting blades of the mixing auger ................................................................ 153
5.12 Counter blade............................................................................................. 154
5.13 Anti-spill ring.............................................................................................. 154
5.14 Weighing system......................................................................................... 155
6Commissioning and national traffic regulations ............................................................ 156
6.1 Traffic regulations ....................................................................................... 156
6.1.1 Traffic regulations applicable in Germany ....................................................... 157
6.2 Securing the machine against unintended start-up and rolling away .................. 158
6.3 Checking the machine for proper operation..................................................... 158
7Use of the machine........................................................................................................ 159
7.1 Loading the mixer wagon ............................................................................. 160
7.1.1 Recommended order during filling ................................................................. 161
7.1.2 Loading silage from a clamp silo.................................................................... 162
7.1.3 Loading round bales .................................................................................... 164
7.1.4 Loading square bales................................................................................... 165
7.1.5 Loading groats, concentrated feed, brewer’s grains, and other types of
fodder components...................................................................................... 166
7.2 Mixing fodder components............................................................................ 167
7.3 Discharging fodder ...................................................................................... 168
7.3.1 Removing clogs........................................................................................... 170
8Transport trips .............................................................................................................. 171
9Cleaning, maintenance and repairs ............................................................................... 173
9.1 Cleaning..................................................................................................... 174
9.2 Lubricating ................................................................................................. 175
9.2.1 Lubrication points on the loading arm ............................................................ 176
9.2.2 Lubrication points on the rear cross conveyor ................................................. 177
9.2.3 Lubrication points on the side elevator........................................................... 178
9.2.4 Lubrication points on the front and rear axles ................................................. 179
9.2.5 Other lubrication points on the machine ......................................................... 180
9.3 Maintenance schedule.................................................................................. 181
9.4 Checking and refilling .................................................................................. 181

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9.4.1 Refueling.................................................................................................... 182
9.4.2 AdBlue....................................................................................................... 183
9.4.2.1 AdBlue fill level ........................................................................................... 183
9.4.2.2 Topping off AdBlue ...................................................................................... 184
9.4.3 Working in the engine compartment .............................................................. 185
9.4.3.1 Opening the engine compartment cover......................................................... 186
9.4.3.2 Closing the engine compartment cover .......................................................... 187
9.4.3.3 Opening the assembly hatch......................................................................... 188
9.4.3.4 Closing the assembly hatch .......................................................................... 188
9.4.4 Diesel engine oil.......................................................................................... 189
9.4.4.1 Checking the engine oil level ........................................................................ 190
9.4.4.2 Refilling engine oil....................................................................................... 191
9.4.4.3 Changing engine oil and filters...................................................................... 192
9.4.5 Coolant...................................................................................................... 193
9.4.5.1 Checking the coolant level............................................................................ 193
9.4.5.2 Refilling coolant .......................................................................................... 194
9.4.6 Hydraulic oil ............................................................................................... 195
9.4.6.1 Check hydraulic oil level............................................................................... 196
9.4.6.2 Refilling hydraulic oil.................................................................................... 197
9.4.6.3 Changing the hydraulic oil ............................................................................ 198
9.4.6.4 Changing the filter elements......................................................................... 200
9.4.7 Central lubrication system (optional) ............................................................. 202
9.4.7.1 Checking the lubricant level.......................................................................... 202
9.4.7.2 Topping off lubricant.................................................................................... 202
9.4.8 Fan reversal unit (optional) .......................................................................... 203
9.4.9 Windshield washer fluid and windshield wiper blades ....................................... 203
9.4.9.1 Refilling windshield wiper fluid ...................................................................... 203
9.4.9.2 Changing the windshield wiper blades............................................................ 204
9.4.10 Air filter ..................................................................................................... 205
9.4.11 Fresh air filter............................................................................................. 206
9.5 Attaching/removing the support for the loading arm........................................ 207
9.6 Profiled roller.............................................................................................. 207
9.6.1 Resharpening profiled roller segments ........................................................... 208
9.6.2 Replacing profiled roller segments.................................................................209
9.7 Entering the mixing hopper .......................................................................... 210
9.8 Installation and positioning of the mixing augers............................................. 212
9.9 Cutting blades of the mixing auger................................................................ 213
9.9.1 Sharpening cutting blades ............................................................................ 213
9.9.2 Swiveling/replacing cutting blades.................................................................214
9.10 Conveyor belt ............................................................................................. 215
9.10.1 Belt connection ........................................................................................... 215
9.10.2 Tensioning/aligning the conveyor belt............................................................ 216
9.11 Releasing the parking brake manually............................................................ 217
9.12 Towing the machine .................................................................................... 218
9.13 Selecting operating modes with defective sensor in emergency mode ................ 219
9.13.1 Activating emergency mode.......................................................................... 219
9.13.2 Switching on the profiled roller...................................................................... 219
9.14 Tyres......................................................................................................... 219
9.14.1 Changing the tyres...................................................................................... 220
9.15 Hydraulic system......................................................................................... 222
9.15.1 Markings on hydraulic hose lines................................................................... 222
9.15.2 Maintenance intervals.................................................................................. 223
9.15.3 Criteria for inspections of hydraulic hose lines................................................. 223

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9.15.4 Installing and removing hydraulic hose lines................................................... 224
9.16 Tightening torques for bolt joints................................................................... 225
10 Faults ............................................................................................................................ 226

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1 User information
The chapter User information provides you with information on how to use this operating manual.
1.1 Purpose of the 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:
 always at the machine,
 for future reference.
If selling the machine, pass this operating manual on to the purchaser.
1.3 Locational information in the 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 profiled roller, the cross conveyor, the mixing auger and the dosing
gates.
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 self-propelled mixer wagon Maximus Plus 11-1S/13N-1S/13H-1S/15-
1S/17-1S

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2 Safety instructions
This chapter contains important information for the owner and the operator on how to operate the ma-
chine 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:
o the general safety instructions, the action-related safety instructions, and the instructions for
actions,
o the information on proper use.
 the warnings attached to the machine,
 all national, generally applicable regulations regarding safety and accident prevention as well as en-
vironmental protection,
 the national road traffic regulations during transport trips.
Do not operate the machine unless all of its safety features are in proper working order.
WARNING
Risks of personal injury from crushing, cutting, entrapment, entanglement or impact
if the machine is not sufficiently roadworthy and safe to operate!
Check every time before putting the machine into operation if it is roadworthy and safe to
operate.

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2.2 Organizational measures
The operating manual:
 must always be stored at the location of the machine,
 must be freely accessible to operator and maintenance personnel at all times.
2.2.1 Responsibilities of the owner
The owner is required to:
 observe all national, generally applicable regulations regarding safety and accident prevention as
well as environmental protection,
 limit work with/on the machine to personnel who:
o are familiar with all general safety and accident-prevention regulations,
o have been instructed in how to work with/on the machine,
o have read and understood this operating manual.
 keep all warnings attached to the machine legible at all times,
 replace damaged warnings,
 provide the necessary personnel protective equipment such as:
o Safety goggles,
o Work gloves,
o Safety shoes,
o Protective suit,
o Skin protection, etc.
2.2.2 Responsibilities of the operator
Before commencing work, all personnel designated to work with/on the machine are required to:
 observe all national, generally applicable regulations regarding safety and accident prevention as
well as environmental protection,
 read and observe "Qualification of the personnel", starting on page 15 of this operating manual,
 read the chapter "Warnings and instructions", starting on page 26 of this operating manual and ob-
serve it while operating the machine,
 become familiar with the machine,
 read the chapters in this operating manual that are essential for the execution of the work tasks they
have been assigned.
If detecting that a fixture is no longer fully compliant with the safety regulations, the operator is required
to remedy this defect immediately. If the correction of a fault is not part of the operator's responsibilities
or the operator lacks the necessary expertise, the operator must report the defect to his supervisor or the
owner.

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2.2.3 Qualification of the personnel
Work with/on the machine is limited to qualified and trained personnel. The operator must
clearly define the responsibilities of the personnel with regard to operation, maintenance
and repairs.
A person in training may only work with/on the machine when supervised by an experi-
enced member of the personnel.
The operator may only perform the work described in this operating manual.
Work on the machine that requires professional expertise may only be performed by spe-
cialty workshops. Specialty workshops have the qualified personnel and suitable means
(tools, lifting and supporting devices) that are necessary to perform the work in a profes-
sional and safe manner.
This applies to work:
 not described in this operating manual,
 that is identified as "work to be performed at a workshop" in this operating manual.
Personnel
Activity
Person specially
trained to perform
this activity 1)
Instructed
person 2)
Person with profes-
sional training (spe-
cialty workshop) 3)
Loading/transport
Commissioning
Setup, adjustment
Operation
Cleaning, maintenance and repairs
Troubleshooting
Disposal
Legend: X permitted -- not permitted
1) A person capable of assuming a specific task and completing this task for a company with the ap-
propriate expertise.
2) An instructed person is someone who is familiar with or has been trained in the tasks assigned to
him and the potential dangers associated with improper conduct and has received instructions
about the necessary safety equipment and safety measures.
3) Personnel who have undergone professional technical training are considered experts. They are
capable of assessing the tasks assigned to them and the potential dangers involved in their execu-
tion on account of their professional technical training and their familiarity with all applicable regula-
tions.
Note: A qualification that is equivalent to professional technical training can be acquired by working
in the respective field for several years.

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2.3 Product safety
2.3.1 Safe operation of the machine
The machine may only be operated by a single person from the driver’s seat on the machine, provided
there is no one in the work areas of the machine. See chapter 4.4 “Danger area and hazard areas”, start-
ing on page 45.
2.3.2 Safety devices and guards
 The machine must not be operated unless all safety devices and guards have been properly fitted
and are fully operational.
Faulty or missing safety devices and guards may lead to dangerous situations.
 Check all safety devices and guards for obvious external damage and proper operation before put-
ting the machine into operation.
2.3.3 Structural modifications
 Vehicles with an operating permit issued by an authority or fixtures and equipment connected to a
vehicle for which an applicable operating permit or an approval for road travel in accordance with the
traffic regulations is available must be in a condition that complies with the provisions of the corre-
sponding permit or approval.
 Do not subject the machine to any structural modifications nor any attachments or retrofitting unless
you have the written permission of the manufacturer to do so.
 In case of unauthorized structural modifications as well as unauthorized attachments and retrofitting:
o the Declaration of Conformity and the CE mark on the machine will become void,
o the operating permit in accordance with national and international regulations will become
void.
 Use only original spare parts or modification or accessory parts that have been approved by the
manufacturer in order to ensure that:
o the Declaration of Conformity and the CE mark on the machine will remain valid,
o the operating permit in accordance with national and international regulations will remain valid,
o the machine remains fully operational.
 The manufacturer does not accept any liability for damages caused by:
o unauthorized modifications of the machine,
o unapproved modification and accessory parts,
o welding and drilling operations on load-bearing sections of the machine.
2.3.4 Replacement and wear parts as well as auxiliary supplies
Replace parts of the machine that are not in proper technical condition without delay.
When doing so, use only original parts made or approved by the manufacturer. When using replacement
and wear parts made by third parties, you are not guaranteed that these parts are designed and con-
structed in a way that would ensure operational reliability and safety.
The manufacturer is not liable for any damage caused by using unapproved replacement and wear parts
or auxiliary supplies.

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Wear parts are not covered by warranty!
Parts considered wear parts include:
 Blades including their holders and fasteners
 Mixing augers, both entire units and parts thereof
 Shear bolts
 Conveyor belts
 Tyres
 Bearings
 Drive shafts
 Mixing vessels and mixing vessel linings
 Counter blades
Wear parts must be subjected to regular measurements / visual inspections at 4-week intervals.
If experiencing extensive wear, you can interchange the mixing augers fitted on a multi-auger machine. This
ensures uniform wear, extending the overall service life of the mixing augers
2.3.5 Warranty and liability
Our "Terms of Sales and Delivery" apply as a general rule. The owner has received these terms no later
than by the time the contract was concluded.
Warranty and liability claims are excluded in cases of personal injury and property damage that can be
attributed to one or several of the following causes:
 Improper use of the machine,
 Improper installation, commissioning, operation and maintenance of the machine,
 Operating the machine with defective safety devices or improperly mounted or non-operational safe-
ty devices and guards,
 Failure to observe the information provided in the operating manual regarding commissioning, opera-
tion and maintenance,
 Unauthorized structural modifications on the machine,
 Insufficient monitoring of machine parts that are subject to wear,
 Improperly performed repairs,
 Natural disasters caused by the impact of foreign objects and force majeure.
The warranty does not apply if the object of purchase has been interfered with by third parties without
our consent. The warranty is also excluded for damage caused by negligent or improper handling, non-
compliance with the operating manual or the use of pieces of equipment other than those prescribed.
The machine must be subjected to regular maintenance as specified in the operating manual. Inade-
quate maintenance may void your warranty claims. Service and maintenance operations must be doc-
umented, and the corresponding documents must be provided upon request. Further claims that may
arise from errors or the lack of guaranteed properties of the object of purchase are excluded.
2.4 General safety instructions
General safety instructions:

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 apply in general and are intended to ensure the safe operation of the machine,
 are summarized in the subchapters below.
2.4.1 General information on safety and accident prevention
 In addition to the safety information provided in this chapter, the general information on safety and
accident prevention applicable in the respective country must be observed.
 Wear your personal protective equipment while working on the machine!
 Follow the warnings and instructions attached to the machine. These instructions provide you with
important information on how to handle the machine in a safe and trouble-free manner.
 In addition to the general safety information provided in the chapter, the action-related safety instruc-
tions laid out in the other chapters must be observed as well.
 Keep everyone away from the immediate area of the machine before moving the machine or putting
it into operation. Pay particular attention to children.
 Do not allow anyone to hitch a ride and do not transport any objects on the machine. Allowing people
to hitch a ride or transport objects on the machine is prohibited.
 Adapt your driving style in such a way that you remain in full control of the machine at all times.
The factors to be considered in this regard are your personal driving abilities and the conditions of
the road and traffic as well as visual and weather conditions, and the driving characteristics of the
machine.

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Use of the machine
 Before starting to work, familiarize yourself with all devices and controls of the machine and the way
they operate! It will be too late to do so when work is underway.
 Wear close-fitting clothing! Loose-fitting clothing increases the risk of entrapment or entanglement on
shaft drives.
 Only commission the machine if all guards are mounted and in the safety position.
 Observe the maximum payload and the permissible axle loads of the machine. If necessary, drive
with the mixing hopper only partially filled.
 All personnel are required to stay out of:
o the work/danger area of the machine,
o the ejection area of the machine,
o the turning and swivel range of the moving parts on the machine,
o the area below raised and unsecured moving parts of the machine.
 There are areas with a risk of being bruised or cut by the moving parts of the machine which are ac-
tuated by non-muscular energy (e.g. hydraulic).
 Do not operate any parts of the machine that are actuated by non-muscular energy unless no one is
in the danger area of the machine.
 Secure the machine against inadvertent start-up and rolling away before exiting the machine.
 Securely support raised covers before allowing anyone to step under these raised covers.
Transporting the machine
 While traveling on public roadways, observe the road traffic regulations applicable in the respective
country.
 Prior to every transport trip, check:
o if the lighting system is free of damage and clean and operates properly,
o if the brake and hydraulic system shows any obvious defects,
o if the parking brake has been fully released,
o that the brake system functions properly.
 Observe the maximum payload and the permissible axle loads of the machine.
 Always check the brake action before starting to drive.
 Avoid abrupt steering maneuvers, particularly when driving up and down hills or along a slope.
 Before making any transport trips, shift all moving parts of the machine to the transport position.
 Before making any transport trips, secure all moving parts of the machine in the transport position.
Use the designated transport securing devices for this purpose.
 Before making any transport trips, check whether the required transport equipment, e.g. lighting,
warning devices and guards, is fitted correctly on the machine.
 Adjust your driving speed to the present conditions.

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2.4.2 Hydraulic system
The hydraulic system is highly pressurized.
 Do not block any actuators on the machine which are used to perform direct hydraulic or electrical
movements of components, e.g. tipping, swinging and sliding!
The respective movement must stop automatically once you release the corresponding actuator.
This does not apply to the movements of devices:
o that are continuous,
o that are controlled automatically,
o that require a float position or pressurized position for operation.
 Before performing work on the hydraulic system:
o secure the loading arm from being lowered inadvertently,
o depressurize the hydraulic system,
o turn off the engine of the machine,
o apply the parking brake,
o pull the ignition key.
 Have an expert verify the proper technical condition of the hydraulic hose lines at least once per
year.
 Replace hydraulic hose lines when detecting obvious defects, damage and wear! Use only original
hydraulic hose lines.
 Do not use hydraulic hose lines for more than six years, including any storage time, which must not
exceed a period of two years.
Even if stored properly and only subjected to the permissible stress, hoses and hose connections
are subject to natural aging, limiting their storage time and period of use. The actual period of use
may deviate from these specifications based on experience and, in particular, taking potential haz-
ards into consideration. The same guidelines apply to hoses and hose lines made of thermoplastics.
 Never attempt to seal leaking hydraulic hose lines using your hand or fingers.
Fluids (hydraulic oil) escaping under high pressure may penetrate the skin and enter the body, re-
sulting in severe injury.
Seek immediate medical attention if injury from hydraulic oil has occurred. Risk of infection.
 Never use your bare hands to try and detect leaks on account of the risk of contracting a severe in-
fection. Use suitable aids when trying to detect leaks (cleaning spray, special leak detection spray).