Major 1150 Slurry Vac Installation and operation manual

MAJOR
Standard, LGP,
Alpine, Challenger
and Tandem
Tankers
Operator’s Manual & Parts List

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Major Equipment Intl. Ltd.
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Co. Mayo,
Ireland.
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While every effort has been made in the production of this manual to ensure that the information
contained herein is full and correct, Major assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions.
Major reserves the right to modify the machinery and the technical data contained within the
manual without prior notice.
Further to this, Major assumes no liability for any damages which may result from the use of the
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Contents
Introduction
Thank you 1
Safety Aspects 1
Intended Use 1
Product Identication
Machine Serial Numbers 1
Register Your Product and Warranty Online 1
Product Specication 2
Safety 4
Machine Safety Labels 4
General Precautions 5
Hazards associated with operating Slurry Tankers 5
Operating Safely 6
Workstation 6
Regulations for use of the transmission 7
PTO Shaft Safety 7
Driving Safely on Public Roads 7
Operating conditions 8
Operating the Machine
Key to Main Parts 9
Operating the Machine 10
Operating the Vacuum Pump 10
Hydraulic Powered vacuum pump 12
Automatic Emergency Brake 13
6” Autocoupler 14
8” Autocoupler 15
Garda Pump 15
Centrifugal pump 16
Operation of the Rain Gun 17
Operation of the Road Blaster 17
Cyclone Trap 17
Top Fill 18
Water Spreader 18
Over Hedge Boom 19
Tandem Steering axle - Free Steering 19
6” Rear Filler 20
Maintenance
Maintenance Schedule 21
Changing a wheel on a tanker 24
Garda Pump Maintenance 30
Troubleshooting 39
Spare Parts - Tankers
1150, 1500, 1700 and 2000 Standard Slurry Tanker 42
LGP Tanker - Assembly 44
Alpine Tanker - Assembly 47
3500 Challenger - Assembly 50
Vacuum Pumps 57
Chopper Pump Parts 61
Glass Eye Locks 63
Wired Controls 64
Axles 67
TANDEM AXLES - STANDARD DUTY 69
STEERED TANDEM AXLE - HEAVY DUTY 74
Single axle - GRANNING type 82

EEC certicate of conformity for machines
(conforming to Directive 2006/42/EC)
Name of Manufacturer: Major Equipment Ltd
Address: Coolnaha, Ballyhaunis, Co. Mayo, Rep of Ireland
Tel. [phone]
Fax [phone]
declares in sole responsibility that the product:
Machine description and function: Vacuum Tanker designed for the use of handling and
spreading slurry.
Model: SLURRY TANKER
Type: ________________ Serial number: _________________
Technical le compiled by: Alex Kolchanov (c/o Major Equipment Ltd)
• THE SUPPLY OF MACHINERY (SAFETY) REGULATIONS 2008.
• Construction and Use regulations 1986 (UK).
• EN 707: 1999 + A1: 2009. Agricultural machinery. Slurry tankers.
• ISO 4254-1: 2008. AGRICULTURAL MACHINERY - safety part.
• S.I. No. 299 of 2007, Safety, Health and Welfare at Work (General Application)
Regulations 2007 (Ireland).
• Health & Safety at Work, etc. Act 1974 (c.37) (UK).
• Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC.
• EN ISO 13857 - Safety of machinery: Safety distances to prevent hazard zones
being reached by upper and lower limbs.
• ISO 12100-2: 2003 SAFETY OF MACHINERY - general principles for design.
• ISO 14121-1: 2007 SAFETY OF MACHINERY risk assessment.
• ISO 3767-1: 1998 + A1-2008. Tractor and machinery for agriculture and forestry.
Symbols for operator controls and other displays.
I hereby certify on behalf of Major Equipment Int. Ltd., that this machine when properly installed and
operated correctly, complies with all the essential Health & Safety requirements of all legislation
referred to above.
Signed: ______________ Place: Coolnaha, Ballyhaunis, Co. Mayo, Rep of Ireland
Date: 12/02/2018
Name: John Murphy
Position: Managing Director

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Introduction
Thank you
We appreciate having you as a customer and wish you many years of safe and satised use of your machine.
Safety Aspects
This manual is an important part of your machine and should remain with the machine when you buy it. Reading your
operator’s manual will help you and others avoid personal injury or damage to the machine. Information given in this
manual will provide the operator with the safest and most effective use of the machine. Only competent and skilled
persons who have fully read and understood this operator’s manual are allowed to operate this machine.
Sections in your operator’s manual are placed in a specic order to help you understand all the safety messages so you
can operate this machine safely. You can also use this manual to answer any specic operating or servicing questions.
Your manual contains special messages to bring attention to potential safety concerns, machine damage as well
as helpful operating and servicing information. Please read all the information carefully to avoid injury and machine
damage. Should any questions arise regarding the information given in this booklet, please contact your local MAJOR
dealer or MAJOR.
The operator is solely responsible for the safe use and maintenance of the machine. The machine must only be
operated by a competent and skilled person. Setting up and adjustment must only be carried by the operator. Do not let
a third party person to adjust or modify the machine in any way.
Intended Use
This machine is a tanker designed for carrying slurry & other liquid, it is not designed to carry drinking water.
This machine can be lled & emptied by displacing or increasing the atmospheric pressure inside the tanker using a
vacuum pump.
A centrifugal pump can also spread the material though a medium pressure outlet.
Product Identication
Machine Serial Numbers
If you need to contact MAJOR or your MAJOR dealer for information on servicing or spare parts, always provide the
product model and serial numbers.
We suggest that you record your machine details below:
Model No: ______________________________
Serial No: ______________________________
Date of Purchase: ______________________________
Dealer Name: ______________________________
Dealer Telephone: ______________________________
Register Your Product and Warranty Online
To register your product through the Internet, simply go to the Support section on www.major-equipment.com. Completing
the information, either online or with the product warranty card, will ensure the customer that their product receives all
post sales service and important product information.
The MAJOR tanker is warranted for 12 months with farmers’ use, 6 months with contractors. No warranty is given where
the machine is being used as a hire machine. Warranty is against faulty workmanship or parts with the exception of oat
balls, seals, valve tongues, valve rods and hydra pneumatic ram.
Warranty covers parts only: All parts must be returned to the manufacturer. No warranty can be considered unless parts
are returned. All replacement parts will be supplied on a chargeable basis until warranty has been accepted.
Warranty on tyres: Maximum Speed for all tyres supplied on MAJOR tankers is 30kph. Exceeding this speed renders
the warranty void.

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Model Tyre options
Capacity OA Length OA Width OA Height
Wheel Arch
Weight (Kg)
Gallon Litres (Hitch to
coupling ball)
(Tyre
dependant)
(Add tractor
hitch) (Empty) (Full)
1500 LGP
23.1 R26 1485 6750 5.85m 2.65m 3.15m YES 3520 10270
28.1 R26 1420 6455 5.85m 2.65m 3.15m YES 3520 9975
1700 LGP
23.1 R26 1675 6714 6.35m 2.65m 3.15m YES 3675 11289
28.1 R26 1610 7319 6.35m 2.65m 3.15m YES 3675 10993
30.5 R32 1610 7319 6.35m 2.65m 3.15m YES 3675 10993
1900 LGP
23.1 R26 1920 8728 6.35m 2.55m 3.18m YES 3260 12342
28.1 R26 1920 8728 6.35m 2.65m 3.2m YES 3486 12213
30.5 R32 1920 8728 6.35m 2.69m 3.2m YES 3494 12221
Model Tyre options Capacity OA Length OA Width OA Height Wheel Arch Weight (Kg)
Gallon Litres (Hitch to
coupling ball)
(Tyre
dependant)
Hitch @
450mm
(Empty) (Full)
2150 ALPINE 28.1 R26 2144 9747 6.5m 2.6m 3.2m YES 3856 13603
29.5/75 R25 2144 9747 6.5m 2.6m 3.2m YES 3856 13603
30.5 R32 2144 9747 6.5m 2.6m 3.2m YES 3856 13603
800/60/R34 2144 9747 6.5m 2.7m 3.2m YES 3856 13603
2300 ALPINE 28.1 R26 2340 10640 6.8m 2.6m 3.2m YES 4130 14770
29.5/75 R25 2340 10640 6.8m 2.6m 3.2m YES 4130 14770
30.5 R32 2340 10640 6.8m 2.6m 3.2m YES 4130 14770
800/60/R34 2340 10640 6.8m 2.7m 3.2m YES 4130 14770
2670 ALPINE 29.5/75 R25 2670 12150 7.4m 2.6m 3.2m YES 4300 16450
30.5 R32 2670 12150 7.4m 2.7m 3.2m YES 4350 16500
800/60/R34 2670 12150 7.4m 2.7m 3.2m YES 4350 16500
Model Tyre options
Capacity OA Length OA Width OA Height
Wheel
Arch
Weight (Kg)
Gallon Litres (Hitch to
coupling ball)
(Tyre
dependant)
(Add tractor
hitch) (Empty) (Full)
1150 Slurry Vac
15 x 22.5 1150 5228 4.95m 2.31m 2.9m N/A 2120 7347
16.5 x 22.5 1150 5228 4.95m 2.31m 2.9m N/A 2120 7347
550/45/22.5 1150 5228 4.95m 2.31m 2.9m N/A 2120 7347
550/60/22.5 1150 5228 4.95m 2.31m 2.9m N/A 2120 7347
21.3 R24 1150 5228 4.95m 2.31m 2.9m N/A 2120 7347
1500 Slurry Vac
550/60/22.5 1495 6796 5.82m 2.61m 3.0m N/A 2400 9195
21.3 R24 1495 6796 5.82m 2.61m 3.0m N/A 2400 9195
1700 Slurry Vac
550/60/22.5 1685 7660 6.3m 2.61m 3.1m N/A 2550 10209
21.3 R24 1685 7660 6.3m 2.61m 3.1m N/A 2550 10209
2000 Slurry Vac 560/60/22.5 2040 9274 6.4m 2.48m 3.15m N/A 3199 12472
Product Specication

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Model 3500C
Capacity 3500 Gallons
15911 Litres
OA Length (Hitch to coupling ball) 8.06m
OA Width (Tyre dependant) 2.64m
OA Height (Add tractor hitch) 3.6m
Weight (Empty) 7600Kg
Weight (Full) 22300Kg
Model Tyre options Capacity OA Length OA Width OA Height Recessed
wheel
Weight
(Hitch to
coupling ball)
(Tyre
dependant)
(Add tractor
hitch)
(Empty) (Full)
2000 Gallon
Tandem
425/65-22.5 9647 7.0 2.35 3.20 No 4350 13997
550/60-22.5 9647 7.0 2.45 3.25 No
560/60-22.5 9647 7.0 2.46 3.25 No
2500 Gallon
Tandem
425/65-22.5 11296 7.1 2.35 3.35 No 4450 15746
550/60-22.5 11296 7.1 2.45 3.40 No
560/60-22.5 11296 7.1 2.46 3.40 No
3000 Gallon
Tandem
550/60-22.5 (Steering axle) 13658 7.7 2.66 3.40 YES 4700 18358
560/60-22.5 (Steering axle) 13658 7.7 2.68 3.40 YES
750/45-22.5 (Steering axle) 13500 7.7 2.87 3.40 YES
3500 Gallon
Tandem
550/60-22.5 (Steering axle) 16257 8.65 2.66 3.42 YES 5020 21277
560/60-22.5 (Steering axle) 16257 8.65 2.68 3.44 YES
750/45-22.5 (Steering axle) 16130 8.65 2.87 3.44 YES
4000 Gallon
Tandem
550/60-22.5 (Steering axle) 18513 9.35 2.66 3.42 YES 5600 24113
560/60-22.5 (Steering axle) 18513 9.35 2.68 3.44 YES
750/45-22.5 (Steering axle) 18386 9.35 2.87 3.44 YES
Model Tyre options
Capacity OA Length
OA Width
OA Height
Wheel Arch
Weight (Kg)
Gallon Litres (Hitch to
coupling ball)
Hitch @
450mm (Empty) (Full)
2050 LGP
28.1 R26 2050 9319 6.9m 2.6m 3.3m YES 3882 13201
29.5/75 R25 2050 9319 6.9m 2.6m 3.3m YES 3882 13201
30.5 R32 2050 9319 6.9m 2.6m 3.3m YES 3882 13201
800/60/R34 2050 9319 6.9m 2.6m 3.3m YES 3882 13201
2200 LGP 550/60/22.5 2208 10036 6.9m 2.4m 3.2m N/A 4050 14086
2250 LGP
28.1 R26 2250 10228 6.5m 2.6m 3.4m YES 3920 13630
29.5/75 R25 2250 10228 6.5m 2.6m 3.4m YES 3920 13630
30.5 R32 2250 10228 6.5m 2.6m 3.4m YES 3920 13630
800/60/R34 2250 10228 6.5m 2.6m 3.4m YES 3920 13630
2400 LGP
28.1 R26 2400 10910 6.9m 2.6m 3.4m YES 4250 15160
29.5/75 R25 2400 10910 6.9m 2.6m 3.4m YES 4250 15160
30.5 R32 2400 10910 6.9m 2.6m 3.4m YES 4250 15160
800/60/R34 2400 10910 6.9m 2.6m 3.4m YES 4250 15160
2600LGP
29.5/75 R25 2600 11819 7.0m 2.6m 3.4m YES 4350 16169
30.5 R32 2600 11819 7.0m 2.6m 3.4m YES 4350 16169
800/60/R34 2600 11819 7.0m 2.7m 3.4m YES 4350 16169
2800LGP
29.5/75 R25 2800 12712 7.3m 2.6m 3.4m YES 4550 16369
30.5 R32 2800 12712 7.3m 2.6m 3.4m YES 4550 16369
800/60/R34 2800 12712 7.3m 2.7m 3.4m YES 4550 16369
3100 LGP 29.5/75 R25 3100 14092 8.1m 2.6m 3.5m YES 4650 18742
800/60/R34 3100 14092 8.1m 2.7m 3.5m YES 4650 18742

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To avoid injury, read the manual
PTO Shaft Warning General warning of slurry gases. Hydraulic oil warning and vacuum
pump operations label
Max tractor input PTO speed
Safety
The operator’s manual also explains any potential safety hazards whenever necessary in special safety
messages that are identied with the word, CAUTION, and the safety-alert symbol.
Machine Safety Labels
The machine safety labels shown in this section are placed in important areas on your machine to draw attention to
potential safety hazards.
On your machine safety labels, the words DANGER, WARNING, and CAUTION are used with a safety-alert symbol.
DANGER identies the most serious hazards.
Max speed 30 km/h
Check wheel nuts daily
Pump safety device
Noise hazard

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General Precautions
The following rules summarise a practical approach to disposal of slurry from tanks:
• When lling/emptying tanker make sure that the area is well ventilated.
• Work in conjunction with a second adult person - preferably keeping a watch from outside the house if you
have to enter to move the tanker etc.
• Avoid vigorous agitation in conned spaces and do not allow slurry to rise within 300mm of the slats or covers.
• Drowning is the most common cause of death involving slurry, if slats are removed, cover exposed areas of
the tank beside the pump to avoid falling in.
• Keep children safely away from the work site. Animals should be moved out of the shed before starting work.
• Never enter an underground tank without an independent air supply and lifeline attached.
• Avoid smoking and do not use naked ames as slurry gases are highly ammable.
• Beware of the risk of back injury if you need to lift slats in the shed.
The most effective defence against the slurry gas threat is common sense and following the rules
above because it is fair to assume that gas is present in all cases.
Danger! Slurry gases can kill
Hazards associated with operating Slurry Tankers
Gas Hazards
Filling the tanker and spreading slurry releases gases into the atmosphere. The gases present include methane, carbon
dioxide, ammonia and hydrogen sulphide. All these gases are unpleasant, however hydrogen sulphide is extremely
poisonous both to people and animals. It affects the nervous system causing symptoms which range from discomfort
to sudden death.
Crush Hazard
Bystanders can be injured when machine is towed. Keep clear of machine when moving it.
Pinch Hazard
Pinch points are created when two objects move together, with at least one of them moving in a circle. Ensure all
guarding is present.
Wrap Hazard
Any exposed, rotating machine component is a potential wrap point. Injuries usually occur when loose clothing or long
hair catch on and wrap around rotating parts such as PTO shafts or Drive shafts on the machine. Ensure all guarding
is present.
Thrown objects Hazard
Slurry Tankers expels liquid at force, note that stones & other items may be in the slurry mix. Ensure that output nozzle
is not directed at persons.
Hydraulic Hazard
Hydraulic systems store considerable energy,. Careless servicing, adjustment, or replacement of parts can result in
serious injury. High pressure blasts of hydraulic oil can injure eyes or other body parts. The following precautions are
crucial:
• Make certain the pump is turned off.
• Lower attached equipment to the ground.
• Conrm that load pressure is off the system.
A pinhole leak in an hydraulic hose is a serious hazard. A leak may not be visible, and the only sign may be a few drops
of uid. Never inspect hydraulic hoses with your hands, because a ne jet of hydraulic uid can pierce the skin.
Noise Hazard
Please note that the machine is normally used outdoors and that the position of the operator is seated in the driving seat
of the tractor. It is advisable to consult the prescriptions listed in tractor operator and maintenance manuals.
The acoustic pressure was measured at a distance of 2.6m from the centre of the machine and at a height of 2.0m, with
the implement operating in a no load condition - 90 dBA. In a loaded condition & a PTO rate of 540 rpm the obtained
value was 97dBA.

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Operating Safely
List of Dangers Associated with Operating the Pump
In the Common Market countries, the installation must comply with directive 2006/42/CE and subsequent modications,
while in the other countries it must comply with the safety regulations of the country.
This Rotary blades vacuum pump has been designed to create a vacuum or pressure inside a tank connected to it.
Under no circumstances must liquids, dust or any kind of solid matter enter the Rotary blades
vacuum pump because they could cause it to break. Therefore it is necessary to equip the system
with safety valves.
The use of the Rotary blades vacuum pump for any purpose other than that specied above is absolutely
forbidden, not provided for by the manufacturer and therefore highly dangerous. Do not use the Rotary blades vacuum
pump to handle ammable and/or explosive liquids and materials or for materials that give off ammable gasses. Read
This Manual Before Using The Suction Unit/Compressor Do not use the rotary blades vacuum pump in a potentially
explosive atmosphere. Never remove the guards tted on the Rotary blades vacuum pump and always check their
efciency every time the machine is used. Any work on the machine must be carried out while it is not running.
• Failure to comply with the instructions given in this manual may lead to the following dangers:
• Danger of being crushed by the Rotary blades vacuum pump mass during handling and transport;
• Danger of getting entangled in the shaft transmission parts if the necessary guards are removed;
• Heat dangers due to the temperatures that can be reached by the Rotary blades vacuum pump;
• Acoustic danger due to the noise generated and to failure to use personal means of protection;
• Danger to operator’s hands during testing with suction and delivery tubes detached from the pump;
• Danger of abrasion from the shaft of the hydraulic pump support if the Rotary blades vacuum pump is operated
with the hydraulic pump removed;
• Danger of projection of uid and solid materials owing to an heavy breakage of the Rotary blades vacuum pump.
• Danger of asphyxiation due to methane gases
• Danger of projection of liquid or gas through partially blocked gate valves
• Danger of projection of hydraulic oil through faulty ttings or damaged hose
Users should become thoroughly familiar with the contents of this manual before using, servicing and mounting the
implement to the tractor and all other pertinent operations. Never wear jewellery, loose clothing such as ties, scarves,
belts, unbuttoned jackets or dungarees with open zips which could become caught up in moving parts.
Always wear approved garments complying with accident prevention provisions such as non-slip shoes, ear muffs,
goggles and gauntlets. Wear a jacket with reecting stickers if the implement is used near public highways.
Consult your retailer, the Labour Health Service or your nearest equivalent authority for the information about the
current safety provisions and specic regulations with in order to ensure personal safety.
ALWAYS DISENGAGE PTO, SWITCH OFF THE TRACTOR ENGINE AND ENGAGE THE PARKING BRAKE
BEFORE MAKING ADJUSTMENT TO THE MACHINE.
NEVER PLACE LIMBS NEAR TURNING COMPONENTS OF THE MACHINE. MOVING PARTS CAN
REMAIN TURNING FOR UP TO 1 MINUTE AFTER DISENGAGING PTO.
Workstation
The operator must remain seated while working the machine. Always ensure the PTO has been turned off and the
parking brake applied before leaving the tractor cab. The operator must always apply the parking brake, and turn off
the engine before leaving machine or carrying out maintenance.
NEVER OPERATE THE HYDRAULICS WITH THE TRACTOR SWITCHED OFF
Slips trips and falls Hazard
Slips and falls often result from:
1. Slippery footing on the ground
2. Cluttered steps and work platforms.
The potential for slips and falls can be greatly reduced by using good judgement and practicing good housekeeping on
and around equipment.

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Regulations for use of the transmission
The transmission to the gearboxes is protected throughout the machine by both PTO shafts and bolt down covers. All
guarding should be kept efcient and in good condition. If the condition is poor, the guarding should be renewed before
the implement is used.
UNLESS IT IS CORRECTLY PROTECTED THE TRANSMISSION COULD CAUSE DEATH SINCE IT CAN
CATCH ON PARTS OF THE BODY OR CLOTHING
Ensure retaining chains are correctly anchored on all PTO shafts, preventing them form turning. Ensure drive line can
turn easily within the shield. Keep spline grooves clean and greased so that PTO shaft can connect easily. Besides
being described in this manual, the method by which the PTO shaft is connected to the tractor must be checked out with
the instructions in the tractor manufacturer’s manual.
Driving Safely on Public Roads
When driving on public roads, always comply with the Highway Code provisions in force in the country where the
machine is being used. Pay particular attention near crossroads, underpasses, level crossings, when meeting other
vehicles, overtaking stationary or slower vehicles. Drive near the edge of the road and try not to hold up the trafc.
Never park the tractor and/or implement near crossroads, bends, level crossings or where the equipment
could be a danger or obstruction to pedestrian trafc. Never drive on public highways when the implement or
tractor are particularly dirty since soil, grass and other items could drop on to the road and obstruct the normal
road trafc. Disengage the PTO and disconnect the driveline when transporting the implement.
MAXIMUM TRANSPORT SPEED MUST NOT EXCEED 30 km/hr (18 MPH).
PTO Shaft Safety
MAX PTO INPUT 540 R.P.M. Contact your nearest dealer or a specialised retail outlet if the PTO must be replaced with
a longer one, since this must belong to the same power category and possess the same characteristics. An unsuitable
PTO could easily break.
The tractor PTO shaft length may be altered to suit the individual tractor model. When the machine is in operation, the
PTO shaft should have a minimum 1/3 engagement as shown in the diagrams. After the machine has been hitched to
the tractor, it should be checked in various positions that the drive line is the correct length. If the PTO is too short and
tends to slip out of place, it must be replaced with a longer one.
If the PTO shaft is too long, it should be shortened in the following way:
• Set the machine at a minimum distance from the tractor, then brake the
tractor and switch off the engine.
• Separate the two halves of the PTO. Insert the female part into the tractor
PTO and the male part into the machine PTO, checking that the position is
correct by means of the xing pins.
• Line up the two halves of the PTO together, keeping them parallel.
• Using a felt tip pen, match mark the place where the two halves must be
shortened as shown.
• First cut shield “1” and use part “2” as a reference to cut the splined shaft.
• Proceed in the same way for the second half.
• Trim and chamfer the two cut ends of the PTO and clean off all swarf
and shavings.
• Grease the two proles and join the two halves of the PTO together.
• Mount the PTO shaft and check that its length is correct as before.
Do not use the shaft cone as a step

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421
226 LOWER
3336
1250 COG ALPINE
1379 COG LGP
Operating conditions
While operating the machine on hilly or sloping ground extra precautions must by taken by the operator as the uid
moves inside the tanker it is important to remember that the centre of gravity of the machine changes. Wet ground may
also affect tanker stability.
It is advisable to drive up and down the slope as oppose to across the slope. Alpine tankers models have a centre of
gravity lowered by at least 100mm (depending on the model) compared to a standard LGP tanker. Therefore the Alpine
tankers are more suitable to operation on hilly ground.

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Hitch
Drawbar Stand Drawbar
Hand Brake
Top Trap Vacuum Hose
Hangers
Secondary
Trap
Sight Glass
Vacuum
Pump Side Fill Point
Beacon
Road
Lighting
Slurry
Applicator
Hydraulic
hoses & 12V
Road
Lighting
Mudguard
Rear Gate
Valve
Rear Sight
Glass
Rear Fill
Point
Road
Lighting
Rear Fill
Point
Tandem
Axle
Vacuum Hose
Hangers Autocoupler
Vacuum
Pump
Vacuum Hose
Hangers
Mud Flap
Top Trap
Hydraulic
Hose
Hanger
Autocoupler
Gate Valve
Secondary
Trap
Operating the Machine
Key to Main Parts
Hitching to the Tractor
1. The MAJOR tank chassis hitch point is designed for both pick up hold and drawbar.
2. Attach the tanker hydraulic hose to tractor hydraulic circuit.
3. Attach the hoses (Labelled) to the appropriate circuit.
4. Connect PTO shaft for Vacuum Pump

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Operating the Machine
Filling operation
1. Read all items of sections Safety instructions and Maintenance.
2. Attach the lling hose to the quick ll assembly.
3. Ensure the rear valve is open by using the manual operating handle.
4. The suction ll pipe must be completely submersed into the slurry before operation.
5. Set the pump oil drip feed to 1 drop every 3 seconds.
6. Place the pump operating lever in the suction position as shown in gure 4.
7. Engage the PTO at low r.p.m and allow to build to 350 r.p.m.
8. Watch for the appearance of slurry in the sight glass at the front of the tank when this occurs, shut the inlet valve
gate valve.
9. Move the pump operation lever to neutral position.
10. Remove the suction ll pipe.
Emptying operation
1. When arrived at the point of spreading, place the pump to pressure position (opposite the suction position)
2. Open the gate valve on the tanker via the Hydraulic control. Engage the PTO at a low r.p.m., approximately 350
r.p.m., and while at the same time moving forward.
3. From the manufacturer’s extensive led testing, it has been found that the lightest and heaviest spread of slurry is
obtained by:
a) Lightest: Place the distribution plate (see below) in the 90 degree position to the ground surface to obtain the
widest throw of slurry possible with fast forward speed.
b) Heaviest: Place the distribution plate in a 150 degree position (sloped back) with a slow forward speed.
Operating the Vacuum Pump
The Rotary blades vacuum pump does not have a start button. Therefore to start it just transmit the motion to the power
take-off (P.T.O.). The way this is done depends on the version of Rotary blades vacuum pump. Before starting make
sure that the rotary blades vacuum pump is supplied with oil for internal lubrication and lubrication of gearbox.
NOTE: Before starting the rotary blades vacuum pump, make sure that the guards on all the moving parts are in
place and efcient. Any damaged or missing components must be replaced and installed correctly before using the
transmission. Clean and grease the power take off before to install the cardan transmission.
Do not use the Rotary blades vacuum pump at pressures, temperatures, times higher than those indicated in Table
6. During use do not exceed the speed and power limits set in this manual. Do not overload the machine or suddenly
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PTO Guard
PTO Input
Pump
Handle
Pump
Handle
Extension
Front Gearbox
Filler
Oil Filler and
Level
Front Gearbox
Level
Pressure
Gauge
Pump
Handle
Extension
Pressure
Relief Valve
(Blow off)
Oil Drip
Feed
Pressure
Pressure under operating conditions should be kept within the range of 0.5-1 bar to avoid overheating the Vacuum
pump or breaking the blade (Vanes). However do not exceed a pressure of 1.5 bar.
P
Pressurise Tank for
spreading
N
Neutral position allows
tank to vent. Should be
in this position if using
Garda Pump
V
Vacuum tank for lling
Parameter Working Rate Maximum Rate
Revs M, K PTO 450-500 rpm 600
Revs P, D, H Hydraulic and pulley 1000 rpm 1200
Pressure 0.5 - 1 Bar 1.5 bar
Vacuum 80% 95%
Outside temperature side cylinder compression 80 - 90 Degrees C 130 Degrees C
Time 3 - 5 min 6 - 8 min
Working time with long life blades 6 - 8 min 15 min
Working time ballast version –0.65 bar continuous continuous
NOTE: Failure to comply with the instructions given in this manual may be dangerous for the user health or may
damage the rotary blades vacuum pump. If density of material to suck is high, dilute or mix the material same. The
working time should be such that the maximum temperature is never reached. Prolonged operation without interruption
may cause damage to the blades as well as overheating.
To stop the rotary blades vacuum pump, stop the engine and disconnect the P.T.O. in order to prevent accidental
operation of it.
Controls: A handle, located at the top of the manifold, is provided for the control of intake and compression phases.
This can be operated manually. To state in wich direction the handle ha sto be turned to select suction or compression
phase, follow the instructions given by the manufacturer of the installation. If the reverse gear locks up, use a lever to
lift the handle.
NOTE: Selection of the intake or compression phase with the handle must be made with the Rotary blades vacuum
pump not operating.
Temperature Indicator: Thermo Tape is afxed on the compression side of all MEC 9000-11000-13500 versions.
This temperature indicator provides two temperature readouts:
• The reversible scale at the bottom changes colour (from black to blue) at a specic
temperature (90 ° C to 120 ° C). The scale is provided to help the user prevent the
pump from overheating.
• A blue square with a white dot at the centre (a non-reversible indicator) is located
at the upper right on the scale. If the dot turns black, the temperature has exceeded
160 ° C, which means the pump has been used for more than 15 minutes at its
maximum vacuum level (which is an incorrect use). If this occurs, the pump must be
disassembled and all the seals, oil seals and blades must be replaced.
Protective Devices:
NOTE: The Rotary blades vacuum pump, when being installed on a machine, must be equipped with a protective
device to isolate the moving parts and prevent access to them by the operators. It is necessary to protect the Rotary
blades vacuum pump to avoid the remote danger of material projection in case of heavy breakage. PTO powered
vacuum pumps are equipped with a CE plastic protective device. It insulates and protects the operator from the P.T.O.
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Hydraulic Powered vacuum pump
The following procedure must be followed before use. Failure to do so will result in oil seal failure in the
hydraulic driven pump.
• The main feed to the pump must never exceed ½” bore and enter the hydraulic pump on the smallest port.
• The return ow should have a ¾” minimum bore from the largest port and be allowed a free ow return into the
gearbox if the tractor (usually by making an adaptor where the oil plug is) not by going through any valve block
system. Contact your tractor dealer or manufacturer for further details if you are uncertain of free ow return line.
• Any backpressure will result in seal failure, such as using small bore tubing or allowing return pipe to foul,
restricting oil ow.
• Never alternate hydraulic pipes. The motor will only drive in one direction.
• It is normal for the motor to reduce in speed as the tanker reaches full pressure or full vacuum.
• Change oil in tractor regularly with oil and change lters regularly.
• Always when travelling on public roads place tanker in “vacuum mode”.
• Never bring hydraulic pipes into tractor cab or where it could be a danger to the driver.
• In the event of a failure, contact your dealer. Do not attempt to repair oil pump, but rst establish whether the fault
is the hydraulic pump or the compressor.
Hydraulic Motor
Hydraulic Motor
Rotary blades
vacuum pump Flow Rate Rpm Pressure
Max
pressure
hydraulic
system
Transmitted
power Torque
KM 30.51-SO MEC 8000/H 74.8 l/min
1400
218 bar 230 bar 22.5 kW 158 Nm
MEC 9000 30 kW
KM40.87-SO MEC 11000 125 l/min 186 bar 280 bar 32 kW 211 Nm
MEC 13500 125 l/min 198 bar 34 kW 240 Nm
Blow Off Valve Adjustment
Check blow off valve is set at 0.7 bar. Below are two types used.
• Slacken Locking
Collar ‘A’
• Adjust threaded part
‘B’ until a steady 0.7 bar
is achieved on the clock
pump is pressurising
tanker.
• Tighten Locking
Collar.
• Slacken Locking
screw ‘A’
• Adjust threaded
stem ‘B’ until a steady
0.7 bar is achieved on
the clock while pump is
pressurising tanker
• Tighten Locking
screw

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Emergency Breakaway Handle
The emergency breakaway handbrake should be connected to the tractor every time the tank is being used. It should
be done using the rope provided. The rope should be attached to a solid party of the tractor like the top pin and not to a
panel on the tractor. The rope should be tight enough so it will work effectively if the tanker became detached from the
tractor but loose enough that the handbrake has not bee applied during normal operation.
Disengaging the emergency breakaway handbrake by following the steps below:
1. Make sure the clip in front of the ratchet is facing forward or turned towards the pump on the tanker. If the clip is
turned away from the pump the ratchet mechanism will not release.
2. Push the handle toward the tanker so the ratchet becomes tight against the teeth that hold it in place.
3. Pull the handle away from the tanker so the ratchet will disconnect itself from the teeth.
4. Push the handle back to its original off position.
It is important to check that the handbrake is fully
released when the tanker is in use. If the brake is
left half applied it will cause damage to the brakes
on the tanker.
Automatic Emergency Brake
To disconnect the tanker rotate the R-clip forwards and backwards 5-7 times until all oil from the accumulator returns
to the tractor.
Before disconnecting the tanker, ensure that R-clip is positioned as shown on the diagram.
When reconnected, depress the brake pedal fully for approximately 20 seconds to recharge the accumulator.
Accumulator
Brake Hose
Tanker Tractor
Tanker Tractor
R-Clip
Esure that the wire rope from the R-Clip is
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6” Autocoupler
TheAuto Coupler hydraulic circuit incorporates a hydraulic pressure valve, which is pre-set, by the manufacturer
prior to the tankers dispatch. Altering the valve can increase the sealing pressure. An incorrectly set valve can
damage the machine.
Filling operation (Single spool- Vacuum pump & Coupler on same circuit)
1. Start the vacuum pump.
2. With the funnel in place and the exible pipe in the slurry storage tank
3. Lower the Autoll boom into the funnel. Keep spool depressed until
Vacuum Pump changeover automatically changes to Vacuum.
4. Open the gate valve on the boom using separate Spool control
5. When the tank is full, close the gate valve, stop the PTO and raise
the boom into the transport position. Keep spool depressed until
Vacuum Pump automatically changes to pressure.
Filling operation (Two spools - Vacuum pump & Coupler on separate circuits)
1. Start the vacuum pump.
2. With the funnel in place and the exible pipe in the slurry storage tank
3. Lower the Autoll boom into the ller cone.
4. Using separate spool, change vacuum pump controls to Vacuum
5. Open the gate valve on the boom using separate spool.
6. When the tank is full, close the gate valve, stop the PTO and raise the boom
into the transport position & change vacuum pump to pressure position.
Hydraulic/Air brakes setup (if applicable)
If a tanker is equipped with a single line air brakes system and you wish to use hydraulic brakes only the following must
be carried out:
1. Disconnect both air hoses (A) (yellow and red).
2. Press the Shunt Valve button (B). Repeat push/pull 3-4 times.
3. Pull the cord (C) at the bottom of the air tank to release any leftover air.
4. Ensure that air is out of the system.
A
B C
C
PUSH TO
SHUNT

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8” Autocoupler
The Auto Coupler hydraulic circuit incorporates a hydraulic pressure valve, which is pre-set, by the
manufacturer prior to the tankers dispatch. Altering the valve can increase the sealing pressure.
An incorrectly set valve can damage the machine.
Operation
1. Set the female coupling at a suitable height.
2. Lower the male coupler & clamp female in position.
3. Set Vacuum pump at Pressure or Vacuum to empty or ll tanker.
4. Open the 8” gate valve on the boom. & close when operation is complete.
5. Disengage clamp & lift arm into transport position.
Ensure boom is
locked in transport
position when not in
use.
Garda Pump
Do not select gear lever from the vacuum pump to the centrifugal pump while the tractor PTO is rotating or
gears could be damaged.
P = Pressurise Tank for spreading
N = Neutral position allows tank to vent.
Should be in this position if using Garda
Pump
V = Vacuum tank for lling

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CHOPPER BLADE DETAIL.
TO ACCESS CHOPPER BLADE REMOVE INNER RING OF BOLTS
REMOVE HOUSING (G88) FIRST
REMOVE CHOPPPER BLADE AS SHOWN
REMOVE HEX NUT (G37)
CHOPPER BLADE (G89)
PULLS OFF KEYED SHAFT.(G92)
REMOVE OUTER HOUSING
(G91) TO GAIN ACCESS TO COUNTERSUNK
BOLTS TO REMOVE COUNTER BLADES (G90)
NOTE:
BLADE GAP OF 2.5-3MM
WHEN ASSEMBLED.
TO ACCESS CHOPPER BLADE REMOVE INNER RING OF BOLTS
&
REMOVE CHOPPPER BLADE AS SHOWN
PULLS OFF KEYED SHAFT.(G92)
(G91) TO GAIN ACCESS TO COUNTERSUNK
BOLTS TO REMOVE COUNTER BLADES (G90)
WHEN ASSEMBLED.
CHOPPER BLADE DETAIL.
TO ACCESS CHOPPER BLADE REMOVE INNER RING OF BOLTS
REMOVE HOUSING (G88) FIRST
REMOVE CHOPPPER BLADE AS SHOWN
REMOVE HEX NUT (G37)
CHOPPER BLADE (G89)
PULLS OFF KEYED SHAFT.(G92)
REMOVE OUTER HOUSING
(G91) TO GAIN ACCESS TO COUNTERSUNK
BOLTS TO REMOVE COUNTER BLADES (G90)
NOTE:
BLADE GAP OF 2.5-3MM
WHEN ASSEMBLED.
TO ACCESS CHOPPER BLADE REMOVE INNER RING OF BOLTS
&
REMOVE CHOPPPER BLADE AS SHOWN
PULLS OFF KEYED SHAFT.(G92)
(G91) TO GAIN ACCESS TO COUNTERSUNK
BOLTS TO REMOVE COUNTER BLADES (G90)
WHEN ASSEMBLED.
CHOPPER BLADE DETAIL.
TO ACCESS CHOPPER BLADE REMOVE INNER RING OF BOLTS
REMOVE HOUSING (G88) FIRST
REMOVE CHOPPPER BLADE AS SHOWN
REMOVE HEX NUT (G37)
CHOPPER BLADE (G89)
PULLS OFF KEYED SHAFT.(G92)
REMOVE OUTER HOUSING
(G91) TO GAIN ACCESS TO COUNTERSUNK
BOLTS TO REMOVE COUNTER BLADES (G90)
NOTE:
BLADE GAP OF 2.5-3MM
WHEN ASSEMBLED.
TO ACCESS CHOPPER BLADE REMOVE INNER RING OF BOLTS
&
REMOVE CHOPPPER BLADE AS SHOWN
PULLS OFF KEYED SHAFT.(G92)
(G91) TO GAIN ACCESS TO COUNTERSUNK
BOLTS TO REMOVE COUNTER BLADES (G90)
WHEN ASSEMBLED.
CHOPPER BLADE DETAIL.
TO ACCESS CHOPPER BLADE REMOVE INNER RING OF BOLTS
REMOVE HOUSING (G88) FIRST
REMOVE CHOPPPER BLADE AS SHOWN
REMOVE HEX NUT (G37)
CHOPPER BLADE (G89)
PULLS OFF KEYED SHAFT.(G92)
REMOVE OUTER HOUSING
(G91) TO GAIN ACCESS TO COUNTERSUNK
BOLTS TO REMOVE COUNTER BLADES (G90)
NOTE:
BLADE GAP OF 2.5-3MM
WHEN ASSEMBLED.
TO ACCESS CHOPPER BLADE REMOVE INNER RING OF BOLTS
&
REMOVE CHOPPPER BLADE AS SHOWN
PULLS OFF KEYED SHAFT.(G92)
(G91) TO GAIN ACCESS TO COUNTERSUNK
BOLTS TO REMOVE COUNTER BLADES (G90)
WHEN ASSEMBLED.
CHOPPER BLADE DETAIL.
TO ACCESS CHOPPER BLADE REMOVE INNER RING OF BOLTS
REMOVE HOUSING (G88) FIRST
REMOVE CHOPPPER BLADE AS SHOWN
REMOVE HEX NUT (G37)
CHOPPER BLADE (G89)
PULLS OFF KEYED SHAFT.(G92)
REMOVE OUTER HOUSING
(G91) TO GAIN ACCESS TO COUNTERSUNK
BOLTS TO REMOVE COUNTER BLADES (G90)
NOTE:
BLADE GAP OF 2.5-3MM
WHEN ASSEMBLED.
TO ACCESS CHOPPER BLADE REMOVE INNER RING OF BOLTS
&
REMOVE CHOPPPER BLADE AS SHOWN
PULLS OFF KEYED SHAFT.(G92)
(G91) TO GAIN ACCESS TO COUNTERSUNK
BOLTS TO REMOVE COUNTER BLADES (G90)
WHEN ASSEMBLED.
To ll tank.
1. Turn gear lever towards the left to select the vacuum pump.
2. Turn the handle of the Vacuum pump towards the left to select the Vacuum stage.
3. Activate tractor PTO.
To Empty tank. (i.e. spreading slurry)
1. Turn gear lever towards the left to select the vacuum pump.
2. Turn the gear lever towards the right to select the pressure stage.
3. Activate tractor PTO.
To Operate Jetter / Road Blaster.
1. Turn the gear lever of the) towards the right to select the centrifugal pump.
2. Put the handle of the vacuum pump (A) to the neutral (Centre) position. This ensures that unwanted decompression
is not experienced by the tanker.
Centrifugal pump
Operating time: Maximum advisable working time should not exceed 30 minutes to avoid overheating the gearbox.
Pressure: Operating pressure should be kept at approx. 5 bar to avoid overheating of the centrifugal pump. However
never exceed a pressure of 6 bar.
Absorbed Power: It is necessary to operate the garda pump with a power of approx. 70 kW (94hp). Never apply greater
power than 80 kW (107hp) to the PTO to avoid damaging the gearbox.
In frosty weather the centrifugal pump and slurry hoses must be drained of all liquids to avoid damage to the
equipment.
Chopper Blade Detail
To access the chopper
blade, remove inner ring of
bolts and remove housing
(G88) rst
Remove the chopper blade
as shown. Remove hex
nut (G37). The chopper
blade (G89) pulls of the
keyed shaft (G92)
Remove outer housing
(G91) to gain access to
countersunk bolts to re-
move couter blades (G90)
Note: The blade gap of 2.5
- 3mm when assembled