matev SPR-HM-80 Installation instructions

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Version: 02/2021
Original Operating Manual
Box spreader
SPR –HM –80 –100 –120

Contents
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Table of contents
1About this operating manual ..................................................................................... 3
2Safety........................................................................................................................... 4
2.1 Intended use................................................................................................................. 4
2.2 Qualifications of personnel............................................................................................ 4
2.3 General safety notices .................................................................................................. 4
2.4 Special safety notices................................................................................................... 5
3Delivery and transport................................................................................................ 7
3.1 Lifting the spreader off of the pallet............................................................................... 7
3.2 Long-distance transport ................................................................................................ 7
4Installation................................................................................................................... 8
4.1 Tractor requirements .................................................................................................... 8
4.2 Mounting in the tractor’s rear three-point linkage .......................................................... 8
4.3 Mechanical drive........................................................................................................... 9
4.4 Drive kit, hydraulic ...................................................................................................... 11
4.5 Manual dosing flap actuation ...................................................................................... 12
4.6 Hydraulic dosing flap actuation ................................................................................... 12
4.7 Electric dosing flap actuation ...................................................................................... 12
4.8 Lighting....................................................................................................................... 13
4.9 Work light ................................................................................................................... 14
4.10 Volume expansion and tarpaulin................................................................................. 15
4.11 Wheel set ................................................................................................................... 15
4.12 Mounting the seed rail ................................................................................................ 16
4.13 Broom and shovel holder............................................................................................ 16
5Operation .................................................................................................................. 17
5.1 Parking the box spreader............................................................................................ 17
5.2 Filling the box spreader .............................................................................................. 17
5.3 Inspections before putting into operation .................................................................... 18
5.4 Setting the spread quantity ......................................................................................... 18
5.5 Spread density............................................................................................................ 18
5.6 Spread test ................................................................................................................. 18
5.7 Lighting....................................................................................................................... 19
5.8 Covering the spread container.................................................................................... 19
6Troubleshooting ....................................................................................................... 20
7Maintenance.............................................................................................................. 20
7.1 General information .................................................................................................... 20
7.2 Maintenance............................................................................................................... 21
7.3 Repair......................................................................................................................... 25
8Disposal .................................................................................................................... 25
9Guarantee.................................................................................................................. 26
10 Technical data and accessories .............................................................................. 26
10.1 Technical data ............................................................................................................ 26
10.2 Accessories ................................................................................................................ 27
11 List of illustrations.................................................................................................... 28
12 EC Declaration of Conformity.................................................................................. 29

About this operating manual
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1 About this operating manual
Dear customer!
Congratulations on your purchase of this box spreader and thank you for choosing matev.
Carefully read this entire operating manual before using the box spreader the first time.
Keep this operating manual where it is easily accessible. This will enable you to refer to
important information and handling instructions as needed.
Listings with bullet points are marked as follows:
•Text
•Text
•Text. . .
Handling instructions are marked in the sequence in which they should be executed, as
follows:
1. Text
2. Text
3. Text. . .
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The box spreader is subject to technological advances. All information,
illustrations, and technical specifications represent the latest status at the
time this manual was published. The manufacturer reserves the right to
make changes at any time in the interest of technical progress.

Safety
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2 Safety
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Note
Must be read!!!
Guidelines and instructions that you must comply with are presented in this section.
2.1 Intended use
The spreader should only be mounted on tractors with sufficient power axle load. The
prescribed ballast for the tractor and the specified maximum axle load must be complied
with.
•The box spreader is designed for normal use in spreading easily scattering material
such as grit, salt and sand on roads and paths for snow and ice control.
•The box spreader is designed for spreading dry, granular and easily scattering
fertilizer or seeds.
•Any use extending beyond the intended use cited above is considered non-intended
use. The manufacturer bears no liability whatsoever for resulting damage; the risk
associated with non-intended use is borne solely by the operator.
•Intended use also includes compliance with the operating, service, and maintenance
conditions prescribed by the manufacturer.
•The implement should only be used, maintained, and repaired by persons who are
familiar with these tasks and who have been instructed in the hazards.
•Moreover, intended use includes exclusive use of original spare parts and
supplemental equipment, or use of such parts and equipment that meet the technical
requirements specified by the manufacturer.
•Unauthorized modifications to the machine result in exclusion of liability on the part
of the manufacturer. For the resulting damage, in the case of non-intended use:
•Health hazards for the operator or for third parties
•Damage to the tractor and the implements
•Environmental damage
•Immediate invalidation of the guarantee
•Changes to the implement and/or the associated accessories that are not authorized
by the manufacturer invalidate the guarantee and exclude any liability on the part of
the manufacturer for damage due to the changes.
•To avoid accidents and to reduce the risk of accidents, the relevant accident
prevention regulations and the other generally acknowledged occupational health
and safety and road traffic regulations apply without limitation.
2.2 Qualifications of personnel
The spreader should only be mounted, operated, and maintained by persons who have
the following qualifications:
•They must be at least 16 years old.
•They must have read and understood this operating manual.
2.3 General safety notices
This section explains general safety notices that are used in the subsequent sections.

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Comply with these safety notices to ensure safe operation and to save work time and
costs.
•In addition to the instructions in this operating manual, also comply with the generally
valid safety and accident prevention regulations! Young persons under the age of 16
are not allowed to operate the implement!
•Comply with the respective regulations for use on public traffic routes!
•Prior to commencing work, become familiar with all features and activation elements,
and their function. Ensure that all protective devices are properly attached.
•The user is responsible to third persons in the work area!
•Do not enter the danger zone of the machine!
•Check the immediate vicinity of the implement before start-up. Ensure sufficient
visibility!
•Fluids (hydraulic oil) escaping under high pressure can penetrate the skin and cause
severe injuries! Seek medical attention immediately –danger of infection!
•Always execute repair, maintenance, and cleaning tasks, as well as rectification of
malfunctions with the drive switched off and the engine at a standstill. Remove the
ignition key! After execution of these tasks re-attach all protective devices!
•For maintenance tasks with the implement lifted, always ensure that the lifted
implement is secured with suitable support elements!
These safety notices are used in the subsequent sections.
Danger!
Severe injury to the operator or third parties occurs.
Comply with the safety notice.
Attention!
Minor injury to the operator or third parties can occur. The tractor, the
spreader, or the environment can be damaged.
Comply with the safety notice.
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Note!
Important, helpful tips or information for the operator.
Read this note. It facilitates your work.
Attention!
Injuries can occur.
Wear protective work clothing.
2.4 Special safety notices
The safety instructions specified in this section are also affixed as stickers on the
implements.

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Attention!
Injuries can occur due to improper operation. The implement can be
damaged.
Read the operating manual all the way through.
Comply with the safety instructions.
Danger due to thrown-out parts when the engine is running –maintain a
safety distance.
Attention!
Danger of crushing due to moving parts.
Never reach into the crushing hazard zone if parts are moving or can move.
Comply with the notice in the operating manual.
Touch machine components only if they
have completely stopped moving.
Attention!
Prior to performing maintenance and repair tasks, turn off the engine and
remove the key. Danger of injury due to moving parts.
Attention!
Danger of injury due to rotating parts. Switch off the implement. Wait until
all machine parts have come to a standstill before converting or servicing
the implement.
Do not position yourself in the area of the drive shaft.
Increased risk of accident due to rotating PTO shaft. Do not enter the work
area of the PTO shaft when it is rotating.
For your own safety do not wear any loose clothing, belts, or any other
loose items.
Caution if fluid is escaping under high pressure.
Observe the notice in the technical manual
.
Never open or remove safety devices when the engine is running
.

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3 Delivery and transport
The spreader is delivered lashed on a pallet.
3.1 Lifting the spreader off of the pallet
1. Remove the protective packaging and the transport safeguard.
2. Lift the spreader off of the pallet using suitable equipment, such as a crane or forklift,
and set it down.
3.2 Long-distance transport
To transport the spreader over longer distances (e.g. for consignment), you must lash the
spreader to a pallet as at the time of delivery.
Never transport the spreader without a tractor unless the container is
empty!
Do not unhitch the spreader from the tractor when the container is filled.
•If the spreader is not mounted on a tractor, the spreader may be transported only if
the container is empty.
•Suitable transport equipment or hoists must be used (crane, forklift, lift truck)
•The spreader can be pushed a short distance on wheels if the container is empty. An
optional wheel set is available for this purpose. If the spreader is equipped with a
wheel set, the spreader must be secured against rolling away.

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4 Installation
Danger!
Switch off the tractor and remove the ignition key before mounting or
dismounting the implements.
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Note!
Enter the vehicle identification number of the spreader in section 7.3 of this
operating manual.
4.1 Tractor requirements
The following requirements must be met for safe and authorized use of the box spreader.
Make allowance for the axle loads of the tractor!
•Make allowance for the tractor axle loads!
•Three-point hitch category 1, 2 or 1N
•Universal joint shaft connection: 1 3/8”, 6-part, 540 rpm if the spreader is
mechanically driven.
•Hydraulic power:
o1 control circuit required if the spreader is hydraulically driven.
o1 control circuit required if the dosing unit is hydraulically controlled.
oVolume flow rate: at least 15 L/min; pressure 150 bar
•Vehicle electrical system 12 V if the dosing unit is electrically controlled and for lights
and work light.
4.2 Mounting in the tractor’s rear three-point linkage
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Note!
The box spreader is a compact implement that can be mounted on
numerous different tractors.
This spreader can be mounted on tractors with the following read three-point hydraulic
system of the following categories:
•Cat 1
•Cat 1-N
•Cat 2 (not possible with SPR-HM-80)
Mount the spreader in the tractor’s rear three-point linkage. Make sure to use the correct
connecting points corresponding to the three-point linkage.

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There are two attachment points for the upper link.
•Upper point is for Cat 2
•Lower point is for Cat 1 and Cat 1N
Fig. 1: Mounting categories
The mount for the tractor’s lower link is width-adjustable and likewise is equipped with
two attachment points.
4.3 Mechanical drive
The spreader can be driven mechanically by means of a universal joint shaft. The
universal joint shaft requires a connection on the spreader with a diameter of 19 mm and
a feather key. The universal joint shaft connection on the tractor differs depending on the
tractor model. The length of the universal joint shaft must be adapted to the particular
tractor.
Attention!
Damage can occur to the spreader or the tractor.
Only use the provided universal joint shaft.
Comply with the instructions in the operating manual provided by the
manufacturer of the universal joint shaft.
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Note!
Mount the universal joint shaft as described in the original manual supplied
by the manufacturer of the universal joint shaft.
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Note!
Depending on tractor type the supplied universal joint shaft may be too
long. Execute the steps described below to shorten the universal joint shaft.
4.3.1 Adaptation of the universal joint shaft
1. Pull the two halves of the universal joint shaft apart.

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2. Mount the one end of the universal joint shaft on the tractor.
3. Mount the other end of the universal joint shaft on the implement.
4. In the shortest work position, mark the piece that will be sawn off on one half of the
universal joint shaft.
Fig. 2: Mark the cutting point Fig. 3: Sawing the universal joint shaft to
length
5. Cut off the universal joint shaft guard to the marking.
6. Saw off the profile tube. Attention: The profile tube must be 10 mm longer than the guard.
Fig. 4: Sawing off the profile tube Fig. 5: Deburring of the cut edges
7. Repeat steps described steps on the other half of the universal joint shaft.
8. Deburr the sawn edges.
9. Grease the profile tube.
Fig. 6: Greasing the profile tubes
10.Slide the profile tubes together.
4.3.2 Mounting the universal joint shaft

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1. Connect the counter-piece of the shaft with the implement and secure this with the screw
included in the scope of delivery.
2. Press the locking disk that is on the outer side and keep it depressed.
3. Slide the splined shaft onto the splined shaft of the PTO shaft.
4. Release the lock disk.
5. Slightly move the universal joint shaft back and forth until the locking disk audibly locks in
place.
Fig. 7: Allow the locking disk to lock in place
6. Hook the universal joint shaft safety chains to a stationary part on the tractor and on the
implement.
4.4 Drive kit, hydraulic
If the spreader is driven hydraulically the speed (15 rpm) of the roller can be adjusted by
means of the valve.
Fig. 8: Drive kit, hydraulic

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4.5 Manual dosing flap actuation
The dosing flap can be moved by hand. The maximum opening can be defined by setting
the locking mechanism.
4.6 Hydraulic dosing flap actuation
The dosing flap can be moved hydraulically by means of a hydraulic cylinder. The
maximum opening can be defined by setting the locking mechanism.
Fig. 9: Hydraulic dosing flap actuation
4.7 Electric dosing flap actuation
The dosing flap can be moved electrically by means of an electric cylinder, by pressing a
rocker switch.
Make sure that the locking mechanism (see Fig. 9: Hydraulic dosing flap actuation) is not
be mounted, since this could damage the electric cylinder.
Fig. 10: Electric dosing flap actuation

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4.8 Lighting
To operate the lighting system the plug-in connector of the spreader must be connected
to the trailer socket on the tractor. Before each use, inspect the lighting system to ensure
that it is functioning properly.
Depending on the width, the lights are mounted as shown in the following three figures.
Fig. 11: Lights for 80 cm spreader width
Fig. 12: Lights for 100cm spreader width
Fig. 13: Lights for 120cm spreader width

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The cable for the lights is routed in the channel and fastened with cable ties.
Fig. 14: Routing of cables
An optional hoop guard can be mounted over the lights.
4.9 Work light
The work light with mud guard can be connected only in combination with the lighting
system. The cable for the work light is connected to the lighting system.
Fig. 15: Work light

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4.10 Volume expansion and tarpaulin
The volume of the box spreader can be expanded by means of add-on sections. The
optional folding tarpaulin can be mounted without add-on sections or on top of the add-on
sections.
Make allowance for the axle loads of the tractor!
No more than two add-on sections can be mounted on one spreader.
Fig. 16: Spreader with tarpaulin and one, two or no additional add-on sections
4.11 Wheel set
The spreader can be pushed a short distance on wheels if the container is empty. An
optional wheel set is available for this purpose. If the spreader is equipped with a wheel
set, the spreader must be secured against rolling away.
Do not unhitch the spreader from the tractor when the container is filled.
Never transport the spreader without a tractor unless the container is
empty!
Secure the spreader from rolling away.
Fig. 17: Wheel set mounted on spreader

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4.12 Mounting the seed rail
The seed rail is mounted on the rigid part of the dosing rail as shown in the figures.
Fig. 18: Screw-on point, rigid part of dosing rail Fig. 19: Seed rail mounted
Fig. 20: Seed rail mounted
4.13 Broom and shovel holder
The broom and shovel holder is mounted as shown in the figure. An additional lock for
the broom and shovel is available as an option. (figure at right)

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Fig. 21: Broom and shovel holder Fig. 22: Broom and shovel lock
5 Operation
Danger!
Severe injury to the operator or third parties occurs.
The load distribution on the trailer changes due to the attached spreader.
Steering and braking capability, as well as tilt behavior are influenced.
Initiate countermeasures - ensure sufficient front wheel ballast!
Danger!
Severe injury to the operator or third parties occurs.
Never reach into the area of the agitator. Switch off the tractor and remove
the ignition key before reaching into the area of moving parts. Make sure that
the safety grille is always attached during operation.
Attention!
Increased risk of accident due to rotating PTO shaft.
Do not enter the work area of the PTO shaft until it has stopped rotating.
Do not wear baggy or loose clothing that could get caught in the PTO shaft.
5.1 Parking the box spreader
Park the box spreader on a level and paved surface and only when the container is
empty
5.2 Filling the box spreader
Before filling the box spreader, connect the spreader to the tractor and lower the tractor’s
rear hydraulic unit and set the spreader on the ground. Shut off the tractor engine,
remove the key from the ignition and set the hand brake. Before filling the spreader
container, always check for foreign objects. The gate valve must also be checked
regularly to ensure it is functioning properly.

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Fill the spreader no higher than the edge of the box spreader or the volume expansion
add-on sections.
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Note!
Do not exceed the maximum rated load. If the rated load is exceeded this
will void the warranty. Different specific weights occur depending on the
status of the spread material (wet or dry).
5.3 Inspections before putting into operation
•Are all safety devices mounted on the spreader and in working order?
•Is the safety grille screwed tight in the container and undamaged?
•Is there no one in the danger area?
•Is the universal shaft joint guard undamaged?
•Is the chain housing closed?
5.4 Setting the spread quantity
The spread quantity can be set manually, electrically or hydraulically, depending on the
selected option. See section 4.5 - 4.7
5.5 Spread density
The spread density g/m² depends on the following factors:
•Adjustment of the spread rate regulator
•Vehicle speed
•PTO shaft speed or flow rate of the hydraulic oil
•Spread material (density, grain)
•Condition of the spread material (dry, moist)
Proceed as follows to calculate the spread quantity per minute at known driving speed,
spread width and desired spread density:
Vehicle speed v[km/h]
Spread width w[m]
Desired spread density D[g/m²]
Spread material quantity / minute S[kg/min]
Calculation formula: S = D*w*v/60
To achieve the desired quantity (spread quantity per minute) it is absolutely necessary to
conduct a spread test. See section 5.6
5.6 Spread test

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Danger!
Severe injury to the operator or third parties occurs.
Never reach into the area of the agitator, spreader disc and vanes while they
are rotating. Switch off the tractor and remove the ignition key before
reaching into the area of the vanes.
Attention!
Danger of crushing due to moving parts.
Never reach into the crushing hazard zone if parts are moving or can move.
Attention!
Increased risk of accident due to rotating PTO shaft.
Do not enter the work area of the PTO shaft until it has stopped rotating.
Do not wear baggy or loose clothing that could get caught in the PTO shaft.
Proceed as follows to carry out a spread test:
1. Close the gate valve for regulation of the spread quantity
2. Fill the container with the spread material
3. Set the stop for limiting the spread quantity
4. Fasten a plastic sheet or a suitable tarpaulin under the spreader so that the spreader
roll can rotate and the discharged spread material is collected
5. Set the tractor and the PTO shaft to 540 rpm
6. Open the gate valve for regulation of the spread quantity to the stop
7. Carry out a spread test for exactly 60 seconds
8. Shut off the tractor and remove the key from the ignition
9. Collect and weigh the discharged spread material
10. If the discharged quantity (S) does not match the calculated quantity, select a
different gate valve opening and repeat the spread test.
5.7 Lighting
To operate the lighting system the 7-pin plug-in connector of the spreader must be
connected to the trailer socket on the tractor. Before each use, inspect the lighting system
to ensure that it is functioning properly.
5.8 Covering the spread container
The cover of the spreader protects the spread material from moisture.
The covering and fasteners are designed for vehicle speeds of no more than 30 km/h. If
the spreader is operated or transported on vehicles that exceed this speed the container
cover must be separately secured or taken off.

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6 Troubleshooting
If the spread pattern is not satisfactory, this may be due to the following reasons:
•Inconsistent properties of the spread material: different density, grain form or
moisture content
•Clotting of the spread material
•Spread material is blown away by strong wind
•Clogging or bridging by foreign objects
•Uneven terrain
•Worn agitator fingers
•Incorrect input rpm
•Incorrect speed
7 Maintenance
7.1 General information
Attention!
Personal injury or damage to the tractor and the implements can occur.
Before each use of the implements check all safety-relevant parts and the
hydraulic connections.
Danger!
Only perform service and maintenance tasks when the tractor is
switched off.
Attention!
Remove the ignition key before performing maintenance tasks on the
implement.
Attention!
Danger of crushing due to moving parts.
Never reach into the crushing hazard zone if parts are moving or can move.
If there is pressure loss there is danger of crushing and shear injuries in the
lift-out mechanism.