Hardi COMMANDER DELTA FORCE User manual

COMMANDER
DELTA FORCE
Original
Instruction book
67042000-200, version 2.00
GB - 05.2017
www.hardi-international.com

We congratulate you for choosing a HARDI plant protection product. The reliability and
efficiency of this product depend upon your care.
The first step is to carefully read and pay attention to this Instruction Book. It contains essential
information for the efficient use and long life of this quality product.
Sprayer Use
The HARDI sprayer is for the application of crop protection chemicals and liquid fertilizers, and it is designed only
for that purpose.
If the sprayer is to be used for any other purposes than the ones described in this Instruction Book, a new risk
assessment and a workplace assessment must be completed for this use. This obligation lies with the owner and
operator of the sprayer.
Your HARDI sprayer is a machine [A] without drive system in accordance with directive 2006/42/EC, article 2.
It must be connected to a tractor [B], which is a driving machine subject to its own directive.
Together they make one machine [C] as defined in the directive 2006/42/EC, article 2.
Connecting the sprayer to the tractor makes the operator responsible for safety and health when using that
combination of machines.
Before first use of the sprayer, the owner and operator must take note of all of the following obligations:
For more details, please see “Before First Use of the Sprayer”on page 11 in this Instruction Book.
Instruction Book Formalities
The original Instruction Book is approved and published in English. All other languages are translations of the
original Book. In the event of any conflicts, inaccuracies or deviations between the English Book and other
languages, the English version shall prevail.
Illustrations, technical information and data in this Book are assumed to be correct at the time of printing.
As this Instruction Book covers more models and features or equipment, which are available in certain countries
only, please pay attention to paragraphs dealing with precisely your model.
Workplace assessment
Operator instructions
Use of work equipment
Statutory inspection
Restricted use
Maintenance regulations
Health issues

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1 - EU Declaration
EU Declaration of Conformity
As manufacturer:
HARDI INTERNATIONAL A/S
Herthadalvej 10
4840 Nørre Alslev
DENMARK
hereby declare that the following product
* Further data for this sprayer are shown on its type sign.
fulfils all the relevant provisions of the following Directives of the European Parliament and of the Council:
•2006/42/EC, regarding the Machinery Directive (CE marking).
•2009/127/EC and later amendments, regarding machinery for pesticide application.
•2014/30/EU, regarding electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). Electronic components on the machine are tested and
installed according to the requirements of the EMC Directive.
as well as the following ISO standard:
•ISO 14982, regarding test methods and acceptance criteria for electromagnetic compatibility for agricultural
machinery.
Field sprayer:
Identification number*:
HARDI INTERNATIONAL A/S
Nørre Alslev, Denmark
Date:
Signature:
Name:
Job title:

1 - EU Declaration
4

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Table of Contents
1 - EU Declaration
EU Declaration of Conformity ................................................................................................................3
2 - General Safety Instructions
Obligations and Liability .....................................................................................................................11
Comply with the Instruction Book ........................................................................................................................................................... 11
Before First Use of the Sprayer .................................................................................................................................................................... 11
Obligations of the Operator ......................................................................................................................................................................... 14
Risks in Handling the Sprayer ...................................................................................................................................................................... 15
Disclaimer ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 15
Organizational Measures ....................................................................................................................16
Personal Protective Equipment ................................................................................................................................................................. 16
Representation of Safety Symbols ......................................................................................................17
Explanation of Symbols ................................................................................................................................................................................... 17
Warning Signs On The Sprayer ............................................................................................................18
Explanation of Labels ........................................................................................................................................................................................ 18
Safety and Protection Equipment .......................................................................................................21
Safety at Start-up ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 21
Faulty Safety Equipment ................................................................................................................................................................................ 21
Informal Safety Measures ....................................................................................................................22
Additional Safety Instructions ..................................................................................................................................................................... 22
Operator Training ................................................................................................................................23
Authorized Persons ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 23
Safety Measures in Normal Operation ................................................................................................24
Protection Equipment ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 24
Residual Energy ...................................................................................................................................25
Possible Dangers ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 25
Service and Maintenance Work ...........................................................................................................26
Statutory Inspection .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 26
Preventive Measures ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 26
Design Changes ...................................................................................................................................27
Operator Limitations ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 27
Spare Parts, Wear Parts and Aids ............................................................................................................................................................... 27
Cleaning and Disposal .........................................................................................................................28
Environmental Protection ............................................................................................................................................................................. 28
Workstation .........................................................................................................................................29
Intended Place for Operator ........................................................................................................................................................................ 29
Risks of Non-Compliance ............................................................................................................................................................................... 29
If the Safety Information is Ignored ....................................................................................................30
Possible Risks and Dangers ........................................................................................................................................................................... 30
Safety Information For Operators .......................................................................................................31
General Safety and Accident Prevention ............................................................................................................................................. 31
Coupling and Uncoupling the Sprayer ................................................................................................................................................. 32
Use of The Sprayer .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 33
Road Transport ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 34
Hydraulic System ................................................................................................................................................................................................. 35
Electrical System .................................................................................................................................................................................................. 36
Universal Joint Shaft .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 37
Field Sprayer Operation .................................................................................................................................................................................. 38
Environmental Precautions .......................................................................................................................................................................... 38
Service Work Precautions ............................................................................................................................................................................... 39
Cleaning .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 39
Service and Maintenance .............................................................................................................................................................................. 40

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3 - Description
General Info .........................................................................................................................................41
View ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 41
View ............................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 42
Identification Plate ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 43
Sprayer Use ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 46
Steel Frame ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 46
Tanks ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 46
Lifetime ...................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 46
Liquid System ......................................................................................................................................47
Pump .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 47
Valves and Symbols ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 47
DynamicFluid4 Pressure Regulation ....................................................................................................................................................... 49
Filters ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 50
EasyClean Filter ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 50
CycloneFilter .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 51
TurboFiller ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 52
RinseTank ................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 52
Clean Water Tank ................................................................................................................................................................................................ 53
BoomPrime ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 54
Diagram - Basic Liquid System ................................................................................................................................................................... 55
Diagram - Liquid System with Optional Extras ................................................................................................................................. 56
Diagram - Intelligent Liquid System with Optional Extras ........................................................................................................ 57
Hydraulic System .................................................................................................................................58
Hydraulic Blocks ................................................................................................................................................................................................... 58
Spray Boom .........................................................................................................................................60
Boom and Terminology .................................................................................................................................................................................. 60
Other Equipment .................................................................................................................................62
SafeTrack ................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 62
Drawbars .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 62
AutoSlant .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 63
AutoTerrain ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 63
Platform ..................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 64
Nozzle Pressure Gauge .................................................................................................................................................................................... 64
Canister for Pesticide Information ............................................................................................................................................................ 64
Tank Level Indicator ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 65
ChemLocker ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 65
SafetyLocker ........................................................................................................................................................................................................... 66
External Cleaning Device ............................................................................................................................................................................... 66
FluidBox .................................................................................................................................................................................................................... 67
Hydraulic Motor for Liquid Pump ............................................................................................................................................................. 67
Night Spraying Light ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 68
Paralift Lock Brackets ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 69
Hydraulic Support Leg ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 70
4 - Sprayer Setup
General Info .........................................................................................................................................71
Unloading the Sprayer from the Truck .................................................................................................................................................. 71
Pulling the Sprayer at the Tie Down Points ........................................................................................................................................ 71
Before Putting the Sprayer into Operation ......................................................................................................................................... 72
Jack Up the Sprayer ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 72
Hydraulic Support Leg ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 73
Transmission Shaft ..............................................................................................................................74
Operator Safety .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 74
PTO Installation ..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 74
Mechanical Connections ......................................................................................................................75
Drawbars .................................................................................................................................................................................................................. 75
Hose Package Support .................................................................................................................................................................................... 76
SafeTrack Potentiometer Connection .................................................................................................................................................... 76

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Hydraulic Systems ...............................................................................................................................77
General Info ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 77
Requirements for Tractor ............................................................................................................................................................................... 77
Hydraulic Motor for Liquid Pump ............................................................................................................................................................. 78
Open and Closed Centre Hydraulics ....................................................................................................................................................... 79
Adjustment of Boom Folding Speed ...................................................................................................................................................... 80
Electrical Connections .........................................................................................................................81
Power Supply ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 81
Installation of Control Unit Brackets ........................................................................................................................................................ 82
Road Safety Kit ...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 82
Speed Sensor for Sprayer ............................................................................................................................................................................... 83
Liquid System ......................................................................................................................................84
CycloneFilter .......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 84
BoomPrime Adjustment ................................................................................................................................................................................. 85
Track Width, Axles and Wheels ...........................................................................................................86
Procedure for Altering the Track Width ................................................................................................................................................ 86
Turning the Wheel Rim ................................................................................................................................................................................... 87
Counter Weight .................................................................................................................................................................................................... 88
Brakes ..................................................................................................................................................89
Emergency and Parking Brake .................................................................................................................................................................... 89
Hydraulically Activated Brakes .................................................................................................................................................................... 89
Air Activated Brakes (1st option) ............................................................................................................................................................... 90
Air Activated Brakes (2nd option) ............................................................................................................................................................. 90
Manual Control of Air Brakes ........................................................................................................................................................................ 90
Pneumatic Connections ................................................................................................................................................................................. 91
Single-Line Air Brakes ....................................................................................................................................................................................... 91
Dual-Line Air Brakes ........................................................................................................................................................................................... 91
5 - Operation
General Info .........................................................................................................................................93
Environmental Info ............................................................................................................................................................................................ 93
Sprayer Use ............................................................................................................................................................................................................. 93
Symbols for Valves .............................................................................................................................................................................................. 94
Spray Boom .........................................................................................................................................95
Safety Info ................................................................................................................................................................................................................ 95
Operating the Grip ............................................................................................................................................................................................. 95
Maneuvering of the Boom ............................................................................................................................................................................ 96
Operating the Control Unit While Spraying ....................................................................................................................................... 97
Night Spraying Light ......................................................................................................................................................................................... 97
Steering ...............................................................................................................................................98
Driving Technique for SafeTrack ................................................................................................................................................................ 98
Liquid System ......................................................................................................................................99
General Info ............................................................................................................................................................................................................ 99
Quick Reference - Operation ....................................................................................................................................................................... 99
Filling/Washing Location Requirements ............................................................................................................................................100
Filling of Water ....................................................................................................................................................................................................100
Filling Through Tank Lid ...............................................................................................................................................................................101
External Filling Device ....................................................................................................................................................................................101
Filling of Rinsing Tank .....................................................................................................................................................................................102
Filling of Clean Water Tank ..........................................................................................................................................................................102
Operating the FluidBox .................................................................................................................................................................................103
Safety Precautions - Crop Protection Chemicals ...........................................................................................................................104
Operating the TurboFiller ............................................................................................................................................................................105
Filling Liquid Chemicals Using the TurboFiller ...............................................................................................................................107
Filling Powder Chemicals Using the TurboFiller ............................................................................................................................109
Agitation Before Resuming a Spray Job .............................................................................................................................................110
TurboFiller Rinsing ............................................................................................................................................................................................111
BoomPrime ...........................................................................................................................................................................................................111
BoomFlush - Manual Cleaning .................................................................................................................................................................112

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Before Returning to Refill the Sprayer ..................................................................................................................................................112
Parking the Sprayer ..........................................................................................................................................................................................112
Liquid Fertilizer ...................................................................................................................................................................................................113
Additional Information ..................................................................................................................................................................................113
Operating Limits ................................................................................................................................................................................................114
Cleaning ............................................................................................................................................ 115
General Info ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................115
Quick Reference - Cleaning ........................................................................................................................................................................116
Standard Cleaning ............................................................................................................................................................................................117
Cleaning the Tank and Liquid System .................................................................................................................................................118
Cleaning and Maintenance of Filters ....................................................................................................................................................118
Use of Cleaning Agent ...................................................................................................................................................................................118
Use of Rinsing Tank and Rinsing Nozzles ...........................................................................................................................................119
Full Internal Cleaning (Soak Wash) .........................................................................................................................................................122
PrimeFlow - Manual Cleaning ...................................................................................................................................................................123
BoomFlush - Manual Cleaning .................................................................................................................................................................123
Technical Residue .............................................................................................................................................................................................123
Using the Drain Valve .....................................................................................................................................................................................124
Pressure Draining ..............................................................................................................................................................................................124
Outside Cleaning - Use of External Cleaning Device ..................................................................................................................125
6 - Maintenance
Lubrication ....................................................................................................................................... 127
General Info ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................127
Suitable Lubricants ...........................................................................................................................................................................................127
Grease Nipple ......................................................................................................................................................................................................128
Grease Gun Calibration .................................................................................................................................................................................128
Lubrication Plan - Boom Centre ...............................................................................................................................................................129
Lubrication Plan - Boom Wings ................................................................................................................................................................130
Lubrication and Oiling Plan - Trailer / Paralift ..................................................................................................................................131
Lubrication and Oiling Plan - PTO ..........................................................................................................................................................132
Greasing the Pump ..........................................................................................................................................................................................133
Service and Maintenance Intervals .................................................................................................. 134
General Info ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................134
Periodic Inspection ..........................................................................................................................................................................................134
Tightening Bolts and Nuts ...........................................................................................................................................................................135
Tightening Hydraulic Hoses .......................................................................................................................................................................136
10 Hours Service - EasyClean Filter ........................................................................................................................................................137
10 Hours Service - CycloneFilter ..............................................................................................................................................................138
10 Hours Service - In-Line Filter ................................................................................................................................................................138
10 Hours Service - Nozzle Filters ..............................................................................................................................................................138
10 Hours Service - Spraying Circuit ........................................................................................................................................................139
10 Hours Service - Brakes .............................................................................................................................................................................139
10 Hours Service - Air Tank for Brakes ..................................................................................................................................................139
50 Hours Service - Greasing the Pump ................................................................................................................................................139
50 Hours Service - Transmission Shaft (PTO) ....................................................................................................................................139
50 Hours Service - Wheel Nuts .................................................................................................................................................................140
50 Hours Service - Tyre Pressure ..............................................................................................................................................................140
50 Hours Service - Air Brakes ......................................................................................................................................................................140
100 Hours Service - Check / Tighten Steering ................................................................................................................................141
100 Hours Service - Re-tightening the Spray Boom ....................................................................................................................141
100 Hours Service - Hydraulic Motor for Pump ..............................................................................................................................142
250 Hours Service - Hydraulic Circuit ....................................................................................................................................................143
250 Hours Service - Hoses and Tubes ..................................................................................................................................................143
250 Hours Service - Wheel Bearings ......................................................................................................................................................143
250 Hours Service - Parking Brake ..........................................................................................................................................................144
250 Hours Service - Brake Adjustment ................................................................................................................................................144
250 Hours Service - Hydraulic Brakes ....................................................................................................................................................145

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250 hours service - Air brake filters ........................................................................................................................................................145
1000 Hours Service - Wheel Bearings and Brakes .........................................................................................................................146
Occasional Maintenance ................................................................................................................... 148
General Info ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................148
Lifting and Removing the Pump .............................................................................................................................................................148
Pump Valves and Diaphragms Renewal .............................................................................................................................................149
Speed Transducer for Pump ......................................................................................................................................................................150
Level Indicator Adjustment ........................................................................................................................................................................151
Level Indicator Cord Renewal ...................................................................................................................................................................151
Drain Valve Seal Replacement ..................................................................................................................................................................151
Feed Pipe Clamp Assembly ........................................................................................................................................................................152
Feed Pipe Snap-Lock Assembly ...............................................................................................................................................................152
Nozzle Holder Assembly ...............................................................................................................................................................................153
Nozzle Pipe Assembly ....................................................................................................................................................................................155
BoomPrime One-Way Valve .......................................................................................................................................................................157
Adjustment of 3-Way Valve ........................................................................................................................................................................157
Safety Valve Activation ..................................................................................................................................................................................157
Readjustment of Boom - General Info .................................................................................................................................................158
Adjustment of Springs in Centre Section ..........................................................................................................................................159
Adjustment of Boom Tilt ..............................................................................................................................................................................160
Horizontal Alignment of Inner Sections .............................................................................................................................................161
Horizontal Alignment of Inner Sections .............................................................................................................................................162
Horizontal Alignment of Breakaway Section ...................................................................................................................................163
Vertical Alignment of Outer Sections 1 and 2 .................................................................................................................................164
Adjustment of Boom Lock ..........................................................................................................................................................................165
Vertical Alignment of Breakaway Section ..........................................................................................................................................166
Spring Load for Breakaway Section .......................................................................................................................................................167
Yaw Damping ......................................................................................................................................................................................................168
Alignment of Rubber Pads on Spray Boom ......................................................................................................................................169
Wear Bushing Replacement on Boom Lift ........................................................................................................................................169
Wear Bushing Renewal on Steering ......................................................................................................................................................169
Replacement of Transmission Shaft Shield .......................................................................................................................................170
Replacement of Transmission Shaft Cross Journals ....................................................................................................................170
Change of Light Bulb ......................................................................................................................................................................................170
Change of Tyre ...................................................................................................................................................................................................171
Venting the Boom Hydraulics ...................................................................................................................................................................172
Off-Season Storage ........................................................................................................................... 173
General Info ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................173
Before Storage ....................................................................................................................................................................................................173
After Storage ........................................................................................................................................................................................................174
7 - Fault Finding
Operational Problems ...................................................................................................................... 175
General Info ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................175
Liquid System ......................................................................................................................................................................................................176
Hydraulic System, Z-version .......................................................................................................................................................................177
Mechanical Problems ........................................................................................................................ 178
Emergency Operation - Hydraulics ........................................................................................................................................................178
Emergency Operation - Liquid System ...............................................................................................................................................178
Emergency Operation - EasyClean Filter ............................................................................................................................................178

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8 - Technical Specifications
Dimensions ....................................................................................................................................... 179
General Info ..........................................................................................................................................................................................................179
Overall Dimensions ..........................................................................................................................................................................................179
Wheel and Axle Dimensions .....................................................................................................................................................................179
Weight .....................................................................................................................................................................................................................180
Pump Specifications ......................................................................................................................... 181
Pump Model 464/5.5 ......................................................................................................................................................................................181
Pump Model 464/6.5 ......................................................................................................................................................................................181
Pump Model 464/10.0 ...................................................................................................................................................................................181
Pump Model 464/12.0 ...................................................................................................................................................................................181
Other Specifications ......................................................................................................................... 182
Tractor Requirements .....................................................................................................................................................................................182
Hydraulic Motor for Liquid Pump ...........................................................................................................................................................183
Temperature and Pressure Ranges ........................................................................................................................................................183
Brakes ........................................................................................................................................................................................................................184
Filters .........................................................................................................................................................................................................................184
Technical Residue .............................................................................................................................................................................................184
Airborne Noise Emission ...............................................................................................................................................................................184
Tyre Pressure ........................................................................................................................................................................................................185
Materials and Recycling .................................................................................................................... 187
Disposal of the Sprayer ..................................................................................................................................................................................187
Electrical Connections ...................................................................................................................... 188
Rear Lights .............................................................................................................................................................................................................188
Circuit Board For Hydraulic Functions .................................................................................................................................................188
Hydraulic Diagrams .......................................................................................................................... 189
Hydraulics for Boom of 24 Meters ..........................................................................................................................................................189
Hydraulics for Boom of 27-30 Meters ...................................................................................................................................................190
Hydraulics for Boom of 32-39 Meters ...................................................................................................................................................191
Hydraulics for Boom of 32-39 Meters ...................................................................................................................................................192
Hydraulics for Chassis, Z-type ....................................................................................................................................................................193
Index
Index ................................................................................................................................................. 195

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2 - General Safety Instructions
Obligations and Liability
Comply with the Instruction Book
Knowledge of the basic safety information and safety regulations is a fundamental requirement for safe
handling and fault-free sprayer operation.
Lack of knowledge or non-compliance of the safety instructions can lead to injuries and fatal accidents as well
as damage to the sprayer and its surroundings.
Follow the safety instructions in this Instruction Book.
Before First Use of the Sprayer
The owner of the sprayer must take note of the following obligations before using the sprayer. These obligations also applies
to the employer or the supervisor of the sprayer operators.
Workplace Assessment
This must be completed to start with. Check your national regulations regarding
•the content of the workplace assessment
•the frequency of repeating the workplace assessment.
Worker / Operator Instructions
Only let those people work with, or on the sprayer, who
•are aware of the basic workplace safety information and accident prevention regulations
•have been instructed in working with/on the tractor and sprayer and hereby achieving appropriate qualifications
•have read and understood this Instruction Book.
If you still have queries after reading the Instruction Book, or if something remains unclear after reading it, please contact
the manufacturer or your HARDI dealer.
A worker is hereinafter called an operator. An operator is a person who installs, operates, configures, adjusts, maintains,
cleans, repairs, transports or moves the sprayer.
Use of Work Equipment
Throughout the lifetime of the sprayer, the owner shall take every measure to ensure the safety of the sprayer and its
equipment made available to operators according to European Directive 2009/104/EC – Use of Work Equipment.
Amendments to the directive, as well as subsequent directive versions are to be followed when applicable.
In this directive, the“minimum safety and health requirements for the use of work equipment by workers at work”are
described in full. To guide you in this matter, the issues concerning your work with the sprayer are listed below. However,
HARDI do not accept liability that the issues listed cover the requirements in the directive fully. This responsibility lies with
the owner of the sprayer.
From European Directive 2009/104/EC:
CHAPTER I
GENERAL PROVISIONS
Article 1
Subject matter
1. This Directive, which is the second individual directive within the meaning of Article 16(1) of Directive 89/391/EEC, lays
down minimum safety and health requirements for the use of work equipment by workers at work, as defined in Article
2.
2. The provisions of Directive 89/391/EEC are fully applicable to the whole scope referred to in paragraph 1, without
prejudice to more stringent or specific provisions contained in this Directive.

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Article 2
Definitions
For the purposes of this Directive, the following terms shall have the following meanings:
CHAPTER II
EMPLOYER’S OBLIGATIONS
Article 3
General obligations
1. The employer shall take the measures necessary to ensure that the work equipment made available to workers in the
undertaking or establishment is suitable for the work to be carried out or properly adapted for that purpose and may
be used by workers without impairment to their safety or health.
In selecting the work equipment which he proposes to use, the employer shall pay attention to the specific working
conditions and characteristics and to the hazards which exist in the undertaking or establishment, in particular at the
workplace, for the safety and health of the workers, and any additional hazards posed by the use of the work
equipment in question.
2. Where it is not possible in this way fully to ensure that work equipment can be used by workers without risk to their
safety or health, the employer shall take appropriate measures to minimize the risks.
Article 5
Inspection of work equipment
1. The employer shall ensure that where the safety of work equipment depends on the installation conditions, it shall be
subject to an initial inspection (after installation and before first being put into service) and an inspection after
assembly at a new site or in a new location by competent persons within the meaning of national laws and/or
practices, to ensure that the work equipment has been installed correctly and is operating properly.
2. In order to ensure that health and safety conditions are maintained and that deterioration liable to result in dangerous
situations can be detected and remedied in good time, the employer shall ensure that work equipment exposed to
conditions causing such deterioration is subject to:
3. The results of inspections shall be recorded and kept at the disposal of the authorities concerned. They must be kept
for a suitable period of time.
When work equipment is used outside the undertaking it shall be accompanied by physical evidence that the last
inspection has been carried out.
4. Member States shall determine the conditions under which such inspections are made.
(a) ‘work equipment’: any machine, apparatus, tool or installation used at work;
(b) ‘use of work equipment’: any activity involving work equipment such as starting or stopping the equipment, its
use, transport, repair, modification, maintenance and servicing, including, in particular, cleaning;
(c) ‘danger zone’: any zone within or around work equipment in which an exposed worker is subject to a risk to his
health or safety;
(d) ‘exposed worker’: any worker wholly or partially in a danger zone;
(e) ‘operator’: the worker or workers given the task of using work equipment.
(a) periodic inspections and, where appropriate, testing by competent persons within the meaning of national laws
and/or practices;
(b) special inspections by competent persons within the meaning of national laws and/or practices each time that
exceptional circumstances which are liable to jeopardize the safety of the work equipment have occurred, such
as modification work, accidents, natural phenomena or prolonged periods of inactivity.

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Article 6
Work equipment involving specific risks
When the use of work equipment is likely to involve a specific risk to the safety or health of workers, the employer shall take
the measures necessary to ensure that:
Article 8
Informing workers
1. Without prejudice to Article 10 of Directive 89/391/EEC, the employer shall take the measures necessary to ensure that
workers have at their disposal adequate information and, where appropriate, written instructions on the work
equipment used at work.
2. The information and the written instructions shall contain at least adequate safety and health information concerning:
Workers shall be made aware of dangers relevant to them, work equipment present in the work area or site, and any
changes affecting them, inasmuch as they affect work equipment situated in their immediate work area or site, even
if they do not use such equipment directly.
3. The information and the written instructions shall be comprehensible to the workers concerned.
Article 9
Training of workers
Without prejudice to Article 12 of Directive 89/391/EEC, the employer shall take the measures necessary to ensure that:
(a) the use of work equipment is restricted to those persons given the task of using it;
(b) in the case of repairs, modifications, maintenance or servicing, the workers concerned are specifically designated
to carry out such work.
(a) the conditions of use of work equipment;
(b) foreseeable abnormal situations;
(c) the conclusions to be drawn from experience, where appropriate, in using work equipment.
(a) workers given the task of using work equipment receive adequate training, including training on any risks which
such use may entail;
(b) workers referred to in Article 6(b) receive adequate specific training.

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Statutory Inspection
Before first use of the sprayer, a surveyor must complete a statutory inspection of the tractor and sprayer. However, the rules
often allow the tractor and the sprayer to be inspected separately before being connected. Contact your local HARDI dealer
for more information on this inspection and when it has to be completed.
Restricted Use
As the use of the sprayer is likely to involve a specific risk, the owner shall ensure restricted access to its use as needed, and
any modification of the restrictions is to be allowed to specialized persons only.
Restricted use also applies to the selection of tractor to be used together with the sprayer. Usable tractors must be tested
for driving the sprayer, and the owner must keep a document showing which tractors may be used for driving the sprayer,
as well the information about the tests. This information must be available to the operator of the sprayer.
Maintenance Regulations
Throughout its working life, the owner shall keep the sprayer compatible with the current national Machinery Directive by
means of adequate maintenance.
The owner shall ensure that the sprayer is installed and set up correctly and is operating properly by inspection/testing of
the sprayer (initial, after assembly, periodic and special) by authorized persons. The results of inspection/testing shall be
recorded and kept.
Health Issues
Ergonomics and occupational health aspects shall be taken fully into account by the owner.
Obligations of the Operator
Before starting work, the operator or anyone in charge of working with/on the sprayer is obliged to
•comply with the basic workplace safety instructions and accident prevention regulations.
•read and follow the safety instructions as described in this Instruction Book.
•read the section “Representation of Safety Symbols”in this Instruction Book and to follow the safety instructions
represented by the danger, warning and attention symbols, when operating the sprayer.
•get to know the sprayer.
•connect the sprayer securely and correctly to a tractor, which has passed the test for driving the sprayer.
•read the sections of this Instruction Book that are important for carrying out the work.
•read the manufacturer’s information regarding safety and use of chemical products for crop care, such as spray
chemicals or liquid fertilizer.
•keep all the danger, warning and attention labels on the sprayer in a legible state.
•replace damaged labels on the sprayer.
•know the importance of the use of genuine HARDI spare parts.
If the operator discovers that a function is not working properly, he must eliminate this fault immediately. If this is not the
task of the operator, or if the operator does not possess the appropriate technical knowledge, then he should report this fault
to his superior (a qualified operator).

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Risks in Handling the Sprayer
The sprayer has been highly developed and constructed to the recognized rules of safety. However, operating the sprayer
may cause risks and restrictions to
•the health and safety of the operator or
third parties
• the sprayer
•other property.
Only use the sprayer
•for the purpose for which it
was intended
•in a perfect state of repair.
Eliminate any faults immediately which could impair the safety.
Disclaimer
Our "General Terms of Sale and Delivery" are always applicable. These shall be available to the owner at the latest on
conclusion of the contract.
Guaranteeand liability claims for damage to people or property will be excluded by HARDI, if they can be traced back to one
or more of the following causes:
•Improper use of the sprayer
•Improper installation, commissioning, operation and maintenance of the sprayer
•Operation of the sprayer with defective safety equipment, or improperly attached or non-functioning safety
equipment
•Non-compliance with the instructions in the instruction manual regarding commissioning, operation and
maintenance
•Unauthorized design changes to the sprayer
•Insufficient monitoring of sprayer parts which are subject to wear
•Improperly executed repairs
•Spare parts used are not genuine HARDI spare parts. If the operator decides to use a spare part, which is not approved
by HARDI, the operator immediately assumes responsibility for any accident, damage or malfunction, which can be
traced back to the use of this spare part. HARDI accept no liabilityfor such incidents caused by the use of non-approved
spare parts, wear parts or aids.
•Disasters through the impact of foreign bodies, natural disasters or force majeure.

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Organizational Measures
Personal Protective Equipment
The operator must use the necessary personal protective equipment as per the information provided by the manufacturer
of the plant protection product to be used, such as:
This Instruction Book
•must always be kept together with the sprayer
•must always be easily accessible for the operator
Chemical-resistant gloves
Chemical-resistant and disposable overalls
Water-resistant footwear
Face shield
Breathing protection
Eye protection
Head protection
Skin protection products

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Representation of Safety Symbols
Explanation of Symbols
Safety symbols are used in the following chapters throughout this Instruction Book to designate, where the reader has to
pay extra attention.
The signal word (DANGER, WARNING, ATTENTION or NOTE) describes the severity of the risk.
The symbols have the following meaning:
€This symbol means DANGER. Be very alert as your safety is involved! The DANGER symbol indicates a high risk for an
immediate death or serious physical injury, if the instruction is not followed.
±This symbol means WARNING. Be alert as your safety can be involved! The WARNING symbol indicates a medium risk
for immediate death or serious injury, if the instruction is not followed.
μThis symbol means ATTENTION. This indicates an obligation to special behaviour or an activity required for proper
sprayer handling.This instruction will help you to avoid faults on the sprayer or disturbance to the environment.
÷This symbol means NOTE. This indicates handling tips and particularly useful information. This instruction will help
you to use all the functions of your sprayer in the best way possible for a better, easier and more safe operation.

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Warning Signs On The Sprayer
Explanation of Labels
The labels on the sprayer are designating potential dangerous areas on the machine. Operators, or anyone in close range of
the sprayer, must respect these warnings!
The labels should always be clean and readable! Worn or damaged labels must be replaced with new ones. Contact your
HARDI dealer for new labels.
Note that not all labels shown hereafter will apply to your sprayer - this depends on the sprayer model which labels apply.

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Chemical handling!
Carefully read the informations about
chemical preparation before handling the
machine. Observe instructions and safety
rules when operating.
Service!
Carefully read the Instruction Book before
handling the machine. Observe instructions
and safety rules when operating.
Service!
Turn off the engine and remove ignition key
before performing maintenance or repair.
Service!
Tighten to the torque according to instruction
book.
Risk of death!
Do not attempt to enter tank.
Risk of burn!
Stay clear of hot surfaces.
Risk of injury!
Do not open or remove safety shields while
engine is running.
Risk of injury!
Flying objects - keep a safe distance from the
machine, as long as the engine is running.
Risk of injury!
Keep sufficient distance away from electrical
power lines.
Risk of injury!
Keep hands away.

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Risk of squeezing!
Stay clear of raised and unsecured loads.
Risk of squeezing
Never reach into the crushing danger area as
long as parts are moving.
Risk of squeezing!
Keep hands away, when parts is moving.
Risk of falling off!
Do not ride on platform or ladder.
Risk of sprayer tipping over!
Be aware when disconnecting the sprayer.
Grapping area!
Manual handling of the boom etc.
Not for drinking!
This water must never be used for drinking.
Not for drinking!
This water must never be used for drinking.
Lifting point! Lifting point!
Load index!
Max. permitted load rating is 164 at 40 km/h
or 5000 kg.
EasyClean filter service!
Open and clean filter monthly.