Nedap SmartFlow User manual

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Instruction Manual
SmartFlow
Mounting Frame
Replacement Set
Installation manual
5288509 / Version 00.001 / June 2021 / EN
Original instructions
Dairy Farming

Copyright
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notice, it is not to be reproduced in any way, in whole or in part, without the written consent of Nedap N.V. All
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Disclaimer
Nedap N.V. has made every effort to ensure the accuracy of the information contained in this document.
However, Nedap N.V. makes no representations or warranties whatsoever whether express or implied as
to the accuracy, correctness, completeness or fit-for-purpose or suitability for the purpose of this product.
You use the products at your own risk. Nedap N.V. excludes any liability to the maximum extent permitted by
applicable law for the damages caused by errors or failures made during the installation or improper use of
this product or by not applying the instructions stated in this document. Nedap N.V. reserves the right to make
improvements or amendments to this document and/or the products described therein at any time without any
notification. The latest version of this document can be found on the Nedap Livestock Management business
portal (www.nedap.com/livestockmanagement-portal). Please download the latest version of this document (by
yourself or reseller) and keep a copy for your own records. This document can be published in various languages
but only the English language version will prevail. Nedap N.V. assumes no responsibility for any errors caused for
the translations into another language.
Warranty and spare parts
Please consult the Nedap products dealer from whom you purchased this product, in regards to the applicable
warranty conditions. This product cannot be used for any other purpose as described in this document. If
the product is not installed according to this document; the warranty provided is not applicable. At the sole
discretion of Nedap N.V., Nedap N.V. may decide to change the conditions of the warranty policy. You agree
that Nedap N.V. is able to compensate you the pro-rata value of the warranty involved rather than replacing
or repairing the product depending on the technical or economical value of the product. Prior to applying the
warranty, please verify if you comply with the warranty conditions of the warranty policy, whether you can
successfully apply for the replacement or repair of a defective part. Parts can only be replaced with original
Nedap parts, otherwise the warranty policy will not be applicable on the product. If the warranty is applicable,
please contact the dealer or send the defective parts to the dealer.
Additional information
For any information or questions regarding the product, please contact your own dealer.
The installation manual for this product can be found at: www.nedap.com/livestockmanagement-portal

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1 Safety
Read this manual before using this product. Failure to follow the instructions and safety precautions in this
manual may result in serious injury or death. Keep this manual in a safe location for future reference.
Symbols used in the manual
Danger
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injury.
Warning
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injury.
Caution
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injury.
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General safety instructions
Warning
Always turn off the mains power supply when working on the electrical installation.
Warning
Always wear proper protection when installing and maintaining the Nedap product.
Caution
Installation and service should only be done by locally qualified personnel.
Caution
Install the system according to the local rules and regulations.
Caution
We advice to install and maintain the Nedap product with at least 2 persons.
Working environment
Caution
The installation area must be free from any obstacles, including animals.
Caution
Make sure all components are installed out of reach of animals.
Caution
Make sure all cables are properly concealed, and form no danger for stumbling.

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Animal welfare and safety
The automated actions of the Nedap Livestock Management systems do never discharge the installer and the
user of the system from his/her responsibility to assure and to take care of the well-being of the animals.
2 Mount the SmartFlow
1. Mount the bracket on a flat surface, for example a wall or a plate. Use appropriate mounting material.
Make sure there is at least 10 cm free space above the bracket.
a. Use the drilling template that is delivered with the SmartFlow to mark 3 drilling holes on the wall or
panel.
b. Drill the holes.
c. Mount the bracket using 3 hex bold screws or hex head lag wood screws (M5, at least 20 mm length)
with washers.
Tighten the 2 lower screws hand-tight. These screws are used to level the SmartFlow.

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d. Use the two lower screws of the bracket to level the bracket in the sidewards direction (left or right).
e. Tighten the 2 lower screws to lock the bracket.

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2. Place the SmartFlow in the bracket as follows:
a. Press the push button at the bottom of he bracket backwards to open the hinges.

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b. Slide the lower part of the SmartFlow in the hinges and release the push button.
c. The hinges are closed and the lower part of the SmartFlow is now fixed in the bracket.

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d. Press the lever at the top of the bracket and slide the ridge of the SmartFlow under the lever.
e. Release the lever to snap the upper part the SmartFlow.

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The SmartFlow is now mounted firmly in the bracket.
3. Level the bracket in forward-backward direction:
a. Loosen the cover brackets of the SmartFlow.

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b. Remove the cover and spreader plate.
4. Use the screw on top of SmartFlow to level the bracket in the forward-backward direction.
3 Handling instructions
Storage
• If the product is to be stored for some time, make sure that it is under a protective cover to prevent dirt and
moisture from entering.

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• Do not expose the product to direct sunlight and / or adverse weather conditions such as storm, rain, hail or
snow.
• Storage temperature range: -20 to 70 °C (-4 to 158 °F).
• Relative humidity < 93%
Disposal
The owner or last user of the product is responsible for the proper disposal of (parts of) the product according to
local rules and regulations.
The WEEE symbol in Europe indicates that the relevant electrical product or battery should not be disposed
of as general household waste in Europe. To ensure the correct waste treatment of the product and battery,
please dispose them in accordance to any applicable local laws of requirement for disposal of electrical
equipment or batteries. In so doing, you will help to conserve natural resources and improve standards of
environmental protection in treatment and disposal of electrical waste (Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment Directive WEEE 2012/19/EU).