LEHNER SuperVario Guide

LEHNER
SuperVario®
Operating instructions with spare parts list
LAS 4 controller
Software from Version 3.6 onwards
Last updated: July 2019
Serial number: .................................................................
Software version: .............................................................
Original operating instructions

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LEHNER Maschinenbau GmbH
Haeuslesaecker 14
D-89198 Westerstetten, Germany
Tel.: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
www.lehner.eu
[email protected]
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its content be communicated without express permission.
Compensation will be sought for all breaches. All rights reserved in
the event of patent, utility model or design registration.

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1. Table of contents
1. What you should know.......................................................5
1.1 Foreword ....................................................................................... 5
1.2 About these operating instructions................................................ 5
1.3 Intended use ................................................................................. 6
1.4 Warranty........................................................................................ 6
1.5 About your safety .......................................................................... 7
2. Starting up the SuperVario®.................................................................................8
2.1 Mounting the frame ....................................................................... 8
2.2 Electrical connection ..................................................................... 8
2.3 Attaching the SuperVario®............................................................ 9
2.4 Mounting the control panel.......................................................... 10
3. Operating the SuperVario®.................................................................................. 11
3.1 Controls on the control panel ...................................................... 11
3.2 Information shown on the display................................................ 12
3.3Switchingon/o󰀨......................................................................... 13
3.4 Setting the speed ........................................................................ 14
3.5 Adjusting the slider opening ........................................................ 15
3.6 Opening/closing the slide ............................................................ 15
3.7 Performing the slide reference run.............................................. 15
3.8 Setting the spreading width......................................................... 16
3.9 Setting the agitator ...................................................................... 17
3.10 Empty indicator......................................................................... 17
3.11 Calibrating the empty indicator ................................................. 18

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4. Settings and displays.......................................................19
4.1 Making settings ........................................................................... 19
4.2 Language .................................................................................... 19
4.3 Selecting the empty indicator ...................................................... 20
4.4 Setting the EHR signal ................................................................ 20
4.5 Setting the EHR cycle ................................................................. 21
4.6 Adjusting the empty indicator ...................................................... 21
4.7 Displaying the spreader type....................................................... 22
4.8 Number of spreaders .................................................................. 22
4.9 Displaying the motor ................................................................... 22
4.10 Headland manager (optional accessory).................................. 22
4.11 Checks ...................................................................................... 24
4.12 Spreading width and turning procedure.................................... 24
4.13 Setting the auto-dose (special accessory)................................ 26
4.14 Operating the SuperVario® in automatic mode ........................ 28
5. Maintenance and cleaning ...............................................31
5.1 Maintenance................................................................................ 31
5.2 Cleaning ...................................................................................... 32
6. Appendix ...........................................................................33
6.1 EC Declaration of conformity ...................................................... 33
6.2Identication ................................................................................ 35
6.3 Distribution box reference list...................................................... 36
6.4 Troubleshooting........................................................................... 37
6.5 Spare parts list ............................................................................ 38
6.6 Spreading charts ......................................................................... 40

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1. What you should know
1.1 Foreword
Congratulationsonyourpurchaseandthankyouforthecondenceyouhave
placed in us. With the SuperVario® you have acquired a high-quality and inno-
vative product.
Thanks to its advanced design, meticulous material selection, state-of-the
art manufacturing techniques and the precision work of our employees,
thisequipmentmeetsalle󰀩ciency,quality,reliabilityandvaluerequirements.
Maintaining and servicing in accordance with the operating instructions
ensures that your SuperVario® is safe and retains its value.
1.2 About these operating instructions
These operating instructions belong to the SuperVario® and must always
be readily available. They must be read and followed by all persons who
work with the SuperVario®.
Theywillfamiliarisethemselveswiththetechnicaldetailsandndouthow
to control the machine and optimise its performance.
Warnings
Warningsintheseoperatinginstructionsareidentiedasfollows:
Danger!
Warning against immediate danger. Non-observance
of appropriate measures may result in death and
severe personal injury or serious damage to property.
Warning!
Warning of possible danger. Death, severe personal
injury or serious damage to property are possible.
Caution!
Warning of possible dangerous situations. Slight
personal injury or damage to property is possible.

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1.3 Intended use
The SuperVario® is intended solely for spreading granulate and seeds.
1.4 Warranty
We provide a 24-month warranty on the SuperVario®.
Caution!
Faulty or incorrectly dimensioned plugs and cables
can lead to malfunctions. Only use original plugs and
cables, or ones approved by the manufacturer.
Any changes to cable or plug connections without factory approval automati-
cally invalidates the warranty. Motors may not be opened or dismantled.
Warranty repairs must be coordinated with the manufacturer before any work
is started.
For replacement parts, additional expenses are automatically charged for any
changes made to cables and plugs by the customer. Replacement parts are
to be returned carriage paid.
Rusted bearings are not covered by the manufacturer's warranty.
Prior to assembly:
Check your SuperVario® on receipt for any damage caused in transit.
Any such damage must be reported to the manufacturer within 24 hours
of receipt.

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1.5 About your safety
• Carefully read and observe these operating instructions before use.
Always keep these instructions at the point of use.
• Observe the accident prevention regulations, safety and operating
regulations and the regulations for environmental protection.
• Observe all applicable standards and guidelines.
•Whentravellingonpublicroadsandstreets,observetheroadtra󰀩c
regulations.
• Observe the safety instructions.
• Immediately resolve any safety-related defects.
• Keep out of the spreading zone. Make sure that no other persons
are in the spreading zone.
• Do not reach into the hopper during operation.
• Follow the safety guidelines of the package insert when spreading
granulates.
• Wear protective clothing, and universal protective gloves in particular,
whenllingwithslugpelletsormousebait.Fillonlywiththequantity
of pellets or mouse bait needed in the short term. Return any remaining
product to the original packaging. Ensure that the product does not get
into the environment uncontrolled.
• Observe the following points when spreading slug pellets:
The device should be mounted only on the front of carrier vehicles
having an enclosed cab.
Windows should remain closed.
Makesurethattheairsupplyintothecabisalwaysltered.Theuser
isresponsibleformakingsurethatltersarefunctioning.
• Do not undertake any repairs, maintenance or cleaning work on the
SuperVario® when the mains plug is inserted.
• Comply with the regulations of the spreading material manufacturer.
• Compliance with the instructions of the respective spreading material
manufacturer is essential.
• LEHNER Agrar GmbH cannot accept any liability for the storage and
application of the spreading material.

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2. Starting up the SuperVario®
2.1 Mounting the frame
The SuperVario® can be screwed on directly or attached by means of
an auxiliary bracket.
Mounting holes are provided on the back of the frame.
The delivery height can be found in the spreading charts (1.00 - 1.30 m).
The SuperVario®canbeattachedtothefrontorrearofatractor,o󰀨-road
vehicle, ATV or soil cultivation equipment. Because the SuperVario® is
considerably heavier with a full hopper, check the load capacity of platform
gates and other consoles.
2.2 Electrical connection
Technical data
Operating voltage 12 to 15 V
Fuse 25 A
Motor output 300 W
Speed range 200 to 3000 rpm
Power consumption of motor At start, up to 25 A;
normal operation up to 18 A
Operating temperature -10 to +70 °C
Storage temperature -30 to +70 °C
Weight of SuperVario® 70/110/170 31.5/33/35 kg
Any changes to cable or plug connections without factory approval
automatically invalidate the entire warranty. Changes to cables are
automatically charged in the event of repairs.
You must consult the manufacturer before carrying out any cable
modications.
Power loss must be taken into account when extending cables. A poor power
supply may prevent you from achieving the desired speed. Also, this could
lead to intermittent complete failure.

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2.3 Attaching the SuperVario®
1. Checkthatthehoppertswellinthehopperplatform.
2. Using screws, attach the supplied impact plate (arrow) perpendicular
to the spreader.
3. Check that the SuperVario® is securely attached.
Note:
Thehandles(2x)canbettedintheholesprovidedforthem
to make the machine easier and better to handle.
Important:
Thehandlesmayonlybeusedwhenthehopperisnotlled.

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2.4 Mounting the control panel
Caution!
Ensure that the cable is not routed over
any sharp edges.
Important!
Make sure that you use only the battery cable supplied.
1. Mount the support for the control console in the vehicle cab.
2. The supplied battery cable must be installed, even if there is a socket
available, as our battery cable is 4mm².
Connect terminal 2to the negative terminal of the battery (not to
the bodywork).
Connect terminal 3(with fuse 4) to the positive terminal of the bat-
tery. Run the end of the cable with the socket into the carrier vehicle.
3. Plug the spreader cable into the 16-pin socket of the control panel.
Your device is now ready to operate.
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