GEA STR Series User manual

STR series
Semi-tanker
Operation Manual / Parts List
(Original operating instructions)
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Contents
1 General 4.................................................................
1.1 Information on the document 4...............................................................
1.2 GEA Farm Technologies Canada Inc. / Division GEA Houle - General Equipment Warranty 5..........
1.3 SPECIFIC LIMITED WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO SEMI-TANKER (ALL MODELS) 9...............
1.4 Manufacturer's address 10....................................................................
1.5 Customer service 10.........................................................................
1.6 Trailer manufacturer's address 11..............................................................
2 Safety 12...................................................................
2.1 Intended Use 12.............................................................................
2.2 Owner's obligation of care 13..................................................................
2.3 Subsequent modifications 13..................................................................
2.4 Explanation of the safety symbols warnings used 14..............................................
2.5 General safety instructions 14.................................................................
2.6 Personnel qualifications 15....................................................................
2.7 Safety guard and devices 16..................................................................
2.8 Residual risks 17............................................................................
2.9 Dangerous areas 17.........................................................................
3 Description 18..............................................................
3.1 Structural description 18......................................................................
3.2 Functional Description 22.....................................................................
3.3 Technical Data 23...........................................................................
3.4 Geometric data 27...........................................................................
4 Handling and assembly 32..................................................
4.1 Special Qualification 32.......................................................................
4.2 Safety Instructions 32........................................................................
4.3 Preparations before installation 33.............................................................
4.4 Product handling 34..........................................................................
4.5 Hopper assembly 35.........................................................................
4.6 Top fill opening ball valve 36..................................................................
4.7 Articulated transfer pipe assembly 37...........................................................
4.8 Antenna positioning 42.......................................................................
4.9 Top fill indicator assembly 42..................................................................
4.10 Spreading nozzle assembly (if applicable) 44....................................................
4.11 Disposal of installation material after installation is completed 44....................................
5 Commissioning 45..........................................................
5.1 Special Qualification 45.......................................................................
5.2 Safety Instructions 45........................................................................
5.3 First start 45................................................................................
5.4 Checks after initial commissioning 47...........................................................
5.5 Handing over to the owner 47.................................................................
6 Operation 48...............................................................
6.1 Special Qualification 48.......................................................................
6.2 Safety Instructions 48........................................................................
6.3 Description of the operating elements 49........................................................
6.4 Coupling the semi-tanker 52...................................................................
6.5 Pre-trip checklist 58..........................................................................
6.6 While traveling verifications 60.................................................................
6.7 Loading the semi-tanker through the top fill opening 61............................................
6.8 Loading the semi-tanker through the side opening 62.............................................
6.9 Axle load verification 64......................................................................
6.10 Discharging manure using the remote control 67.................................................
6.11 Discharging manure using the hydraulic levers 71................................................
6.12 Discharging manure through the side opening 75.................................................
6.13 Uncoupling the Semi-tanker 76................................................................

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7 Maintenance 78............................................................
7.1 Special Qualification 78.......................................................................
7.2 Safety Instructions 78........................................................................
7.3 Inspections and preventive maintenance 79.....................................................
7.4 Maintenance to be performed by the operator 82.................................................
7.5 Control box fuse replacement 128...............................................................
7.6 Manual opening of the top fill opening 128........................................................
8 Troubleshooting 129.........................................................
8.1 Special Qualification 129.......................................................................
8.2 Safety Instructions 129........................................................................
8.3 Troubleshooting possible faults 129.............................................................
9 Decommissioning 135.......................................................
9.1 Special Qualification 135.......................................................................
9.2 Safety Instructions 135........................................................................
9.3 Temporary decommissioning 135...............................................................
9.4 Disposal 136.................................................................................
10 Undercarriage spare parts 137................................................
11 Appendix 144...............................................................
11.1 Bolt torque charts 144.........................................................................
11.2 Safety labels and lubrication labels position on the reservoir 146.....................................
11.3 Safety labels and labels position on the undercarriage 148..........................................
11.4 Electric wiring diagram 150.....................................................................
11.5 Hydraulic diagram 152.........................................................................
11.6 Pneumatic diagram 153.......................................................................
11.7 Consistency test 158..........................................................................
11.8 Directories 159...............................................................................

General
Information on the document
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1 General
This is a GEA product. GEA is the manufacturer of
the Houle product line. This product was formerly
known under HOULE trademark.
1.1 Information on the document
The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes due to technical
developments in the data and images given in this manual.
Reproductions, translations and copies of any kind, including extracts, require
written authorization from the manufacturer.
This manual is supplied with the product.
● It should be kept close at hand and remain with the equipment even if the
equipment is sold.
● This manual is not subject to an amendment service. The most recent version
of this manual can be obtained at any time through the dealer or directly from
the manufacturer.
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The instruction manuals may not be available in all the listed languages.

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1.2 GEA Farm Technologies Canada Inc. / Division GEA Houle - General Equipment
Warranty
Important notice!
THIS GENERAL WARRANTY APPLIES TO ALL EQUIPMENT SOLD
UNDER THE GEA HOULE TRADEMARK.
1.2.1 Limited Warranty
GEA Farm Technologies Canada Inc. / Division GEA Houle (hereinafter referred
to as ”the Company”) warrants to the original buyer and end user (hereinafter
referred to as the ”Purchaser”) that the parts of all equipment sold under the
Company trademark are free from defects in material or workmanship for a period
of twelve (12) months from the date of delivery of the equipment to the Purchaser.
This written warranty takes precedence over any other written warranty included
in previous versions of the Company's manuals. Any equipment used for
commercial usage, commercial lease on one or more farms is warranted for a
reduced period of thirty (30) days only.
Components from third-party manufacturers that are not built by the Company, and
which are accessory to the equipment sold under the Company trademark
(including, without limitation, the motors and tires), are subject to such third-party
manufacturers' specific warranty coverage.
THIS WARRANTY EXTENDS ONLY TO THE PURCHASER AND DOES NOT
APPLY IN THE EVENT THAT THE EQUIPMENT IS SOLD OR OTHERWISE
TRANSFERRED.

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1.2.2 Condition of the Limited Warranty
The Company, through its GEA authorized dealers only (hereinafter referred to as
”Dealer”, reserves the right to either repair or replace all parts deemed defective
under the following conditions:
1. That the equipment is installed, operated and maintained in accordance with the
Company directives;
2. That the Purchaser uses the equipment in accordance with specific instructions,
under normal conditions, for the sole purpose for which the equipment was
designed;
3. That the Purchaser notifies in writing his Authorized Dealer or the Company
(whichever the case may be) of any defect of the equipment. In either case the
notification must be made within the twelve (12) months following the date of the
delivery to the Purchaser;
4. The Purchaser or the Authorized Dealer must keep the defective parts or
equipment for inspection by the Company and return such defective parts or
equipment prepaid to the Company, if requested;
5. That the Purchaser does not modify the equipment, nor attempts to repair any
equipment or parts without proper authorization from the Company;
6. Depending on the nature of the equipment involved and whether it is fixed or
transportable, the Company will repair or replace the defective parts of the
equipment free of charge where installed, or at the business place of the
Authorized Dealer or the Company, at its sole discretion.
1.2.3 Extent of Limited Warranty
This limited warranty DOES NOT cover:
● Defects caused by negligence of the Purchaser in the maintenance of the
equipment, improper use resulting from failure to adhere strictly to the
Company's manuals or non-compliance with prescribed maintenance
instructions provided by the Company (including, without limitation, lack of
lubrication of the equipment), as well as damages arising from non-conforming
installation of the equipment, or ambient temperature or conditions of storage
of the equipment that do not comply with the Company's recommendations
(including, without limitation, any damages resulting from storage or operation
of the equipment at a temperature equal or below (5°C/41°F));
● Damages to equipment due to normal wear and tear or to external causes,
including issues of power or inadequate electrical conditions (including, without
limitation, inadequate tension (neutral/ground), abnormal mechanical or
environmental conditions (including, without limitation, damages caused by fire,
lightning, flood or other natural disaster), damages caused by the use of sand
litter or other abrasive or inadequate material (including, without limitation,
damages caused by solids in the manure, such as stone, wood, iron, concrete,
and strings), as well as damages caused by ice or frozen manure blocking the
evacuation line of the equipment or the introduction of such solids in the
equipment;

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● Freight and shipping associated with repair or replacement of equipment under
this limited warranty, as well as all costs relating to removal or replacement of
any equipment that is welded or affixed permanently to the ground or a building
(including, without limitation, labor costs, and costs related to concrete or
excavation);
● Claims arising from repairs or replacements made by the Purchaser without the
prior written consent of the Company. The Purchaser shall not remove or alter
any safety device, guard, or warning sign.
If the Purchaser fails to comply with any of its obligations referred to in this
paragraph, the Purchaser agrees to save the Company and the Authorized Dealer
harmless in respect of any liability or obligation incurred by the Company or the
Authorized Dealer resulting from such failure of the Purchaser.

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1.2.4 Warranty Limitations and Exclusion
NO WARRANTY, ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, OTHER THAN
THE ABOVE WARRANTY IS PROVIDED IN RESPECT OF THE EQUIPMENT
SOLD.
Some states (or jurisdictions) do not allow the exclusion of implied warranties so
it is possible that this limitation may not apply.
THE COMPANY DISCLAIMS ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING THE
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, ADAPTABILITY OR OF
PERFORMANCE, PROVIDED THAT SUCH EXCLUSION OF LIABILITY
COMPLIES WITH THE LAWS HAVING APPLICABLE REGULATORY
JURISDICTION.
THE LIABILITY OF THE COMPANY AND ITS AUTHORIZED DEALERS UNDER
THIS WARRANTY IS LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF DEFECTIVE
PARTS UP TO THE CONTRACT VALUE FOR THE PURCHASED EQUIPMENT.
IN NO EVENT SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL,
INDIRECT, CONSEQUENTIAL, INCIDENTAL, PUNITIVE OR EXEMPLARY
DAMAGES IN ANY KIND OR CHARACTER, INCLUDING INDIRECT COSTS,
LOSS OF PRODUCTION, LOSS OF REVENUES OR PROFITS, AND OTHER
DISBURSEMENTS WHICH MAY OCCUR.
Some states (or jurisdictions) do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages and so it is possible that these limitations or exclusions
may not apply.
1.2.5 General Statements
THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY ALSO
HAVE OTHER RIGHTS THAT VARY BY JURISDICTION.
THE DEALER IS NOT AUTHORIZED TO MAKE ANY ADDITIONAL
REPRESENTATIONS OR PROMISES THAT DIFFER IN ANY WAY FROM THE
TERM OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY, OR MODIFY THE PROVISIONS,
DURATION AND CONDITIONS OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. NO WAIVER OR
MODIFICATION OF THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS VALID UNLESS AGREED TO
IN WRITING AND SIGNED BY THE AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES OF THE
COMPANY.
IN THE EVENT OF ANY CONFLICT BETWEEN THE ENGLISH LANGUAGE
VERSION AND ANY OTHER TRANSLATED VERSION OF THIS LIMITED
WARRANTY (WITH THE EXCEPTION OF THE FRENCH LANGUAGE VERSION)
THE ENGLISH VERSION SHALL PREVAIL.

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1.3 SPECIFIC LIMITED WARRANTY APPLICABLE TO SEMI-TANKER (ALL MODELS)
This specific limited warranty benefits to the Purchaser and applies to all
semi-tanker models sold by the Company. This limited warranty applies only to
following specific parts: reservoir, trailer and its components. The warranty on these
parts is subject to the conditions mentioned below. All conditions stated in this
specific limited warranty are in addition to the General equipment warranty that
applies to all equipment sold by the Company (see Section 1.2). In the event of any
conflict between the conditions stated in this specific limited warranty and those
specified in the General equipment warranty, the conditions of this specific limited
warranty shall prevail.
1.3.1 Extent of specific limited warranty
Reservoir
The warranty period for the reservoir of the semi-tanker is as set forth below and
applies from the date of delivery of the equipment to the Purchaser, against
perforation due to corrosion. The extended warranty applies to the reservoir only
and does not cover parts, whether removable or attached to the reservoir. This
warranty is valid, subject to the following conditions:
1. The reservoir is completely emptied by the Purchaser after each use;
2. The inside of the reservoir is cleaned and sprayed with oil as directed by the
Company;
3. The semi-tanker is stored inside a building and protected from the weather, in
accordance with the recommendations prescribed by the Company.
Stainless steel reservoir
The warranty period for the stainless steel reservoir of the semi-tanker is fifteen (15)
years from the date of delivery of the equipment to the Purchaser. All claims must
be submitted before the expiry date of the warranty. In the event of a claim for
perforations caused by corrosion, the Company will reimburse the Purchaser the
equivalent of six point six percent (6.6%) of the cost of the new reservoir for each
full year remaining before the expiry of the extended warranty. The refund will be
calculated given the current selling price of the replacement tank at the time of claim
by the Purchaser, divided by the number of total years of warranty (fifteen (15)
years), and then multiplied by the number of full years remaining before the expiry
of the warranty period.
Trailer and its components: frame, wheels, hubs, axles, suspension system,
kingpin, landing gears, braking system, markers and clearance light system
The warranty period of the trailer and its components is subject to such third-party
manufacturer's specific warranty coverage from the date of delivery of the
equipment to the Purchaser. Third-party components are to be inspected, serviced,
repaired and/or replaced at a truck maintenance center upon the manufacturer
specific warranty requirements. Date and proof of purchase may be required prior
to claim. GEA does not cover third-party warranty and will not be involved in matter
regarding inspection, repair, replacement and claiming.

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1.4 Manufacturer's address
GEA Farm Technologies Canada Inc. / Division GEA Houle
4591 boul. St-Joseph
Drummondville, Qc, J2A 0C6
+1 819 477 - 7444
+1 819 477 - 5565
[email protected]
www.gea.com
1.5 Customer service
Dealer
If necessary, contact your nearest dealer.
There is a comprehensive dealer Internet search function on our website at the
following address:
www.gea.com
US Contact Information:
GEA Farm Technologies, Inc.
1880 Country Farm Dr.
Naperville, IL 60563
+1 630 369 - 8100
+1 630 369 - 9875
[email protected]
www.gea.com