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

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Self-Propelled Feeder
Wagon
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Operating manual
V-
MIX DRIVE
Maximus Plus 11-1S/13N-1S/13H-1S/15-1S
Rev. 4 /12.16 Item no. 108255
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!
www.bvl-group.de

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EC Declaration of Conformity
According to EC Directive 2006/42/EC (EMD)
The manufacturer:
Bernard van Lengerich
Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG
Grenzstrasse 16
D-48488 Emsbüren
hereby declares the machine named below:
Make: Self-Propelled Feeder Wagon
Type: Maximus Plus 11-1S/13N-1S/13H-1S/15-1S
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 349:1993+A1:2008
 EN 703:2004+A1:2009
 EN ISO 4413:2010
 EN ISO 4254-1:2009
 EN ISO 12100:2010
 EN ISO 13857:2008
Emsbüren, on 09/17/16
_________________________________
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.
Vehicle type: ________________________________
Year of manufacture: ________________________________
VIN: ________________________________
Permissible gross weight in kg: ________________________________
Unladen weight in kg: ________________________________
Permissible front axle load in kg: ________________________________
Permissible rear axle load in kg: ________________________________
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
Email: [e-mail]
Spare part orders / Service
For the address, see the manufacturer's address
Tel.: [phone]
Fax.: + 49 (0) 5903 951-37
Mobile: + 49 (0) 172 281 63 22
Internet: http://www.bvl-group.de
Email: [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
Document number: 102708255
Date created: 9/17/16
 Copyright Bernard van Lengerich
Maschinenfabrik GmbH & Co. KG, 2015
All rights reserved.

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Reprints, even in excerpts, only with the written permission of Bernard van Lengerich Maschinenfabrik
GmbH & Co. KG.
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.
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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]
Email: [e-mail]

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Contents
1User information 10
1.1 Purpose of this operating manual 10
1.2 Storing the operating manual 10
1.3 Locational information in this operating manual 10
1.4 Illustrations used 11
1.5 Terms used 11
2Safety instructions 12
2.1 Working in a safety-conscious manner 12
2.2 Organizational measures 13
2.2.1 Responsibilities of the owner 13
2.2.2 Responsibilities of the operator 13
2.2.3 Qualification of the personnel 14
2.3 Product safety 15
2.3.1 Safe operation of the machine 15
2.3.2 Safety devices and guards 15
2.3.3 Structural modifications 15
2.3.4 Replacement and wear parts as well as auxiliary supplies 15
2.3.5 Warranty and liability 16
2.4 General safety instructions 16
2.4.1 General information on safety and accident prevention 16
2.4.2 Hydraulic system 18
2.4.3 Electrical system 19
2.4.4 Brake system 19
2.4.5 Tires 20
2.4.6 Feeder wagon 21
2.4.7 Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 22
2.5 Action-related safety instructions and important information 23
2.5.1 Action-related safety instructions 23
2.5.2 Important information 24
2.6 Warnings and instructions 24
2.6.1 Warnings 24
2.6.2 Instructions 31
2.6.3 Positioning of warnings and instructions 32
2.7 Risks resulting from failure to observe the safety instructions and warnings 34
3Loading and unloading 35
4Product description 36
4.1 Overview –entire machine 36
4.2 Intended use 38
4.3 Safety devices and guards 39
4.4 Danger area and hazard areas 40
4.5 Information on noise generation 40
4.6 Technical data 41
4.7 Type plate and CE mark Type plate and CE mark 46
4.8 Conformity 47
5Design and function 48
5.1 Driver's cab - overview 48
5.1.1 Cab door 49
5.1.1.1 Gas pressure spring 49
5.1.1.2 Opening the cab door 50

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5.1.1.3 Closing the cab door 51
5.1.1.4 Opening the door window 51
5.1.2 Emergency exit 52
5.1.3 Driver's seat 53
5.1.3.1 Mechanically cushioned driver's seat 54
5.1.3.2 Air-suspended driver's seat (special equipment) 56
5.1.4 Steering wheel 59
5.1.5 Ignition starter switch 59
5.1.6 Dashboard –overview 60
5.1.6.1 Instruments 60
5.1.6.1.1 Speedometer 60
5.1.6.1.2 Tachometer 61
5.1.6.1.3 Time 61
5.1.6.1.4 Running time meter 61
5.1.6.1.5 Indicator for hydraulic oil temperature 62
5.1.6.1.6 Indicator for fuel reserve 62
5.1.6.2 Warning and indicator lights 63
5.1.6.2.1 Warning and indicator lights relating to engine functions 63
5.1.6.2.2 Indicator lights of lighting and turn-signal indicator system 64
5.1.6.2.3 Warning and indicator lights of the traction drive 64
5.1.6.2.4 Warning and indicator lights of the filter systems 65
5.1.6.3 Controls 65
5.1.7 Control panel –overview 66
5.1.7.1 Controls 66
5.1.8 Operating monitor of the diesel engine 69
5.1.8.1 Warning light charge check/alternator 69
5.1.8.1.1 Engine speed 69
5.1.8.1.2 Coolant temperature 70
5.1.9 Diesel engine operation monitoring by means of electronic engine control 71
5.1.9.1 Using the diagnostic button 71
5.1.10 Indicator and warning lights for the operating states of the hydraulic system 72
5.1.10.1 Warning light hydraulic oil temperature 72
5.1.11 Heating, ventilation and air conditioning 72
5.1.11.1 Heating or cooling the cab compartment 73
5.1.12 Selecting operating modes 75
5.1.12.1 Operating mode “Loading” 76
5.1.12.2 Operating mode “Feeding” 77
5.1.12.3 Operating mode “Transport” 78
5.1.12.4 Operating mode “Diagnostics and settings” 79
5.1.13 Multi-function lever 80
5.1.13.1 Multi-function lever –mode1: Loading 81
5.1.13.2 Multi-function lever –mode2: Feeding 82
5.1.13.3 Multi-function lever –mode3: Transport 83
5.1.14 Display 84
5.1.14.1 All modes 85
5.1.14.1.1Error coolant 85
5.1.14.1.2Error oil pressure 86
5.1.14.2 Mode 1 –Loading 87
5.1.14.2.1Home screen 87
5.1.14.2.2Mixing auger 89
5.1.14.2.3Feeding auger 90
5.1.14.2.4Error cover 91
5.1.14.3 Mode 2 –Feeding 92

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5.1.14.3.1Home screen 92
5.1.14.3.2Cross conveyor on 93
5.1.14.3.3Cleaning mode 94
5.1.14.3.4Error position of loading arm 95
5.1.14.3.5Error cross conveyor center position 96
5.1.14.4 Mode 3 –Transport 97
5.1.14.4.1Home screen 97
5.1.14.5 Mode 4 –Diagnostics and settings 98
5.1.14.5.1Home screen 98
5.2 Diesel engine 112
5.2.1 Starting the diesel engine 112
5.2.2 Warming up the diesel engine 114
5.2.3 Stalling the diesel engine 114
5.2.4 Venting after lack of diesel fuel 115
5.2.5 Starting the diesel engine with a jumper battery 116
5.2.6 Tow-starting the diesel engine 116
5.2.7 Shutting off the diesel engine 117
5.2.8 Operating the diesel engine in the winter 117
5.3 Drive mode 118
5.3.1 Driving forward 119
5.3.2 Driving in reverse 120
5.3.3 Decelerating and stopping the machine 121
5.3.4 Parking brake (hand brake) 122
5.3.5 Switching four-wheel drive on and off (optional) 123
5.3.6 Differential lock 123
5.3.7 Steering 124
5.3.7.1 Switching to four-wheel steering (optional) 124
5.3.7.2 Switching to two-wheel steering (optional) 124
5.4 Lighting and visibility 125
5.4.1 Switching the sidelight or headlight on and off 125
5.4.2 Turn-signal indicator, high beam, parking light and headlight flasher 126
5.4.3 Hazard warning flasher 127
5.4.4 Visibility 127
5.4.4.1 Windshield wipers 127
5.4.4.2 Mirrors 129
5.4.4.3 Rear view camera 130
5.5 Loading arm 131
5.5.1 Raising/lowering the loading arm 131
5.5.2 Setting the loading arm to the transport position 132
5.6 Profiled roller and elevator 133
5.6.1 Switching profiled roller and elevator on and off (mode 1) 133
5.6.2 Adjusting the drive speed of the profiled roller (mode 1) 134
5.6.3 Adjusting the belt speed of the elevator (mode 1) 134
5.6.4 Opening/closing the guard on the profiled roller (mode 1) 135
5.6.5 Reversing profiled roller and elevator (mode 1) 135
5.6.6 Opening and closing the dosing gate for the discharge opening (mode 2) 136
5.7 Cross conveyor 137
5.7.1 Switching the cross conveyor on and off (mode 2) 137
5.7.1.1 Adjusting the belt speed of the cross conveyor (mode 2) 138
5.7.2 Shifting the cross conveyor to the right or left (optional) (mode 2) 139
5.8 Mixing auger 140
5.8.1 Switching the mixing augers on and off (mode 1/2/3) 140
5.8.2 Adjusting the drive speed of the mixing auger (mode 1/2/3) 140

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5.8.3 Switching rapid speed for the mixing auger on and off (mode 2) 141
5.8.4 Reversing the drive direction of the mixing auger (mode 1/2/3) 141
5.9 Adding mineral feed (switching the plug auger on/off) 142
5.10 Cutting blades of the mixing auger 143
5.11 Counter blade 144
5.12 Anti-spill ring 144
5.13 Weighing system 145
6Commissioning and national traffic regulations 146
6.1 Traffic regulations 146
6.1.1 Traffic regulations applicable in Germany 147
6.2 Securing the machine against unintended start-up and rolling away 147
6.3 Checking the machine for proper operation 148
7Use of the machine 149
7.1 Filling the feeder wagon 150
7.1.1 Recommended order during filling 152
7.1.2 Loading silage from a clamp silo 153
7.1.3 Loading round bales 155
7.1.4 Loading square bales 156
7.1.5 Loading groats, concentrated feed, brewer’s grains, and other types of fodder
components 157
7.2 Mixing fodder components 158
7.3 Discharging fodder 159
7.3.1 Removing clogs 161
8Transport trips 162
9Cleaning, maintenance and repairs 164
9.1 Cleaning 165
9.2 Lubricating 165
9.2.1 Lubrication schedule 166
9.2.2 Lubrication points 167
9.3 Maintenance schedule –overview 171
9.4 Checking and refilling 174
9.4.1 Refueling 174
9.4.2 Working in the engine compartment 175
9.4.2.1 Opening the engine compartment cover 176
9.4.2.2 Closing the engine compartment cover 177
9.4.3 Diesel engine oil 177
9.4.3.1 Checking the engine oil level 178
9.4.3.2 Refilling engine oil 179
9.4.3.3 Changing engine oil and filters 180
9.4.4 Coolant 181
9.4.4.1 Checking the coolant level 182
9.4.4.2 Refilling coolant 183
9.4.5 Hydraulic oil 184
9.4.5.1 Check hydraulic oil level 184
9.4.5.2 Refilling hydraulic oil 185
9.4.5.3 Changing hydraulic oil and filters 186
9.4.5.4 Changing the filter elements 188
9.4.6 Fan reversal unit (optional) 190
9.4.7 Windshield washer fluid and windshield wiper blades 191
9.4.7.1 Refilling windshield wiper fluid 191
9.4.7.2 Changing the windshield wiper blades 192

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9.4.8 Air filter 193
9.4.9 Fresh air filter 194
9.5 Attaching/removing the support for the loading arm 195
9.6 Profiled roller 196
9.6.1 Resharpening profiled roller segments 197
9.6.2 Replacing profiled roller segments 198
9.7 Entering the mixing hopper 199
9.8 Cutting blades of the mixing auger 200
9.8.1 Sharpening cutting blades 200
9.8.2 Swiveling/replacing cutting blades 201
9.9 Conveyor belt 202
9.9.1 Belt connection 202
9.9.2 Tensioning/aligning the conveyor belt 202
9.10 Releasing the parking brake manually 203
9.11 Readjusting the service brake –rear axle 203
9.12 Towing the machine 204
9.13 Selecting operating modes with defective sensor in emergency mode 205
9.13.1 Activating emergency mode 205
9.13.2 Switching on the profiled roller 206
9.14 Tires 207
9.14.1 Changing the tires 207
9.15 Hydraulic system 209
9.15.1 Markings on hydraulic hose lines 209
9.15.2 Maintenance intervals 210
9.15.3 Inspection points for hydraulic hose lines 210
9.15.4 Installing and removing hydraulic hose lines 211
9.16 Tightening torques for bolt joints 212
10 Faults 213
11 Index 214

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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 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 / inside the drawing vehicle 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.