Rauch RFZ 7 User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
RFZ 7
Please read carefully
before using the ma-
chine.
Keep for future reference.
This instruction manual/assembly in-
struction is to be considered as part of
the machine. Suppliers of new and sec-
ond-hand machines are required to
document in writing that the instruc-
tion manual/assembly instruction was
delivered with the machine and hand-
ed over to the customer. Original instructions
5902722-a-en-0818

Preface
Dear customer,
By purchasing this row fertiliser RFZ 7, you have shown confidence in our product. Thank you!
We want to justify this confidence. You have purchased a powerful and reliable machine.
However, in case unexpected problems arise: Our customer service team are always there for
you.
Please read this operator’s manual carefully before commissioning the row fertiliser and
follow the advice given.
This operator's manual gives detailed instructions on the operation of the machine, as well as val-
uable information on assembly, maintenance, and care.
This manual may also describe equipment that is not included in your machine.
Please note that damage caused by incorrect operation or improper use is not covered by war-
ranty claims.
Technical improvements
We are continuously improving our products. Therefore, we reserve the right to make any
improvements and changes to our machine that we consider necessary without notice.
This constitutes no obligation to make such improvements or changes on machines that
have already been sold.
We will be pleased to answer any other questions that you might have.
Yours sincerely
RAUCH
Landmaschinenfabrik GmbH
NOTE
Please enter the type and serial number as well as the year of construction of your ma-
chine here.
You can find this information on the nameplate and/or the frame.
Please always state this information when ordering spare parts or accessories, and in case of
complaints.
Type Serial number Manufacturing year

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Preface
Technical improvements
1 Intended use 1
2 User instructions 3
2.1 About this operator’s manual. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2.2 Structure of the operator’s manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2.3 Notes on text descriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.3.1 Instructions and procedures. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.3.2 Listings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.3.3 References. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
3 Safety 5
3.1 General Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3.2 Significance of warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
3.3 General information on the safety of the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.4 Information on operational safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.4.1 Lifting and moving the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.4.2 Parking the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.4.3 Checks before start-up. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
3.4.4 Hazard zone. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.4.5 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
3.5 Maintenance and service. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.6 Safety in traffic. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.6.1 Checks before driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
3.6.2 Using the machine for transport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
4 Technical data 11
4.1 Manufacturer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
4.2 Description of the special equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.2.1 Assembly overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.3 Overview of supported MDS fertiliser spreaders . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
4.4 Technical data of basic equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

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5 Mounting 15
5.1 Accepting the special equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.2 Preparation of the components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5.2.1 Sorting the hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
5.2.2 Preparing the hopper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
5.2.3 Removing the agitator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
5.3 Assembling the special equipment. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
5.3.1 Positioning the special equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
5.3.2 Fastening the hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
5.3.3 Fastening the hose bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
5.3.4 Placing the components in the hopper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
5.3.5 Attaching protective grid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
5.3.6 Mounting the adjustable struts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
5.4 Attaching the support frame to the fertiliser spreader . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
5.4.1 Attaching the central part of the support frame. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
5.4.2 Installing the side parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
5.4.3 Assembling outlet pipes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
5.4.4 Adjusting special equipment for a few rows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
5.4.5 Assembling the metering slide actuator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
6 Machine settings 33
6.1 Setting the application rate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
6.2 Using the fertiliser chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
6.2.1 Information on the fertiliser chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
6.2.2 Settings as per fertiliser chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
6.3 Setting the working width . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
6.3.1 Spreading with baffle plate between the rows of plants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
6.3.2 Spreading without baffle plate onto the rows of plants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
7 Spreading operation 43
7.1 Instructions regarding the spreading operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
7.1.1 Preparing the machine for road transport. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
7.1.2 Setting the special equipment into working position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44
7.1.3 Starting the spreading operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
7.2 Discharging residual material . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

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8 Faults and possible causes 47
9 Maintenance and service 49
9.1 Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
9.2 Wear parts and screw connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
9.2.1 Checking wear parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
9.2.2 Checking screw connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
9.3 Cleaning. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
9.4 Removing the screw conveyor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
9.5 Removing the slide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
9.6 Lubrication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
9.6.1 Lubrication plan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
9.6.2 Lubrication points. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
10 Disposal 57
10.1 Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
10.2 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Index A
Terms/conditions of warranty

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Intended use
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1 Intended use
The row fertiliser RFZ 7 may only be used in accordance with the information giv-
en in this operator’s manual.
The row fertiliser RFZ 7 has been constructed in accordance with its intended use.
The row fertiliser may only be used for the application of dry, granular and crys-
talline fertilisers and slug pellets.
Any use beyond these specifications is considered as contrary to the intended
use. The manufacturer shall not assume any liability for any damages resulting in
this respect. The risk is solely carried by the operator.
The intended use also comprises the compliance with the operating, mainte-
nance and repair conditions prescribed by the manufacturer. For replacement
purposes, only original spare parts by the manufacturer may be used.
The row fertiliser may only be used, maintained and repaired by people who are
familiar with the characteristics of the machine and who are aware of the risks.
The instructions regarding the operation, service and safe handling of the ma-
chine as described in this operator's manual and declared by the manufacturer in
the form of warning signs and symbols on the machine must be strictly followed
during operation.
Moreover, the relevant accident prevention regulations and the other generally
recognised safety, occupational health, and road traffic regulations must be strict-
ly observed when using the machine.
Unauthorised modifications to the row fertiliser are not permitted. Such modifica-
tions exclude any liability of the manufacturer for any resulting damages.
In the following chapters, the row fertiliser is referred to as "special equipment".
Foreseeable misuse
The manufacturer provides warnings and signs on the row fertiliser relating to
foreseeable misuse. These warnings and warning symbols must always be ob-
served. This way, application of the row fertiliser against the intentions of the op-
erator’s manual is prevented.

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User instructions
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2 User instructions
2.1 About this operator’s manual
This operator’s manual is an integral part of the machine.
The operator’s manual contains important information for a safe, appropriate
and economic use and maintenance of the machine. Adherence to this opera-
tor’s manual helps to avoid risks, to reduce repair costs and downtime, and to
increase the machine's reliability and service life.
The complete documentation, comprising this operator’s manual and any other
documents provided, must be kept in an easily accessible location close to where
the machine is used (e.g. in the tractor).
If the machine is sold, the operator’s manual must also be passed to the new
owner.
The operator’s manual is intended for the operator of the machine and anyone
involved in operating and maintaining it. It must be read, understood, and applied
by all persons entrusted with the following work on the machine:
Operation,
Maintenance and cleaning,
Repairing faults.
In particular, the following is to be observed:
The chapter on safety,
The warning instructions in the text of the individual chapters.
The operator’s manual does not replace your own responsibility as the op-
erator and operating personnel of the control unit.
2.2 Structure of the operator’s manual
The operator's manual is divided into six key areas in terms of content:
User instructions
Safety instructions
Machine data
Instructions on the operation of the machine,
- Transportation
- Commissioning
- Spreading operation
Instructions on detecting and rectifying faults
Maintenance and repair instructions

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2.3 Notes on text descriptions
2.3.1 Instructions and procedures
Steps that the operator must carry out are shown as a numbered list.
1. Instruction for action step 1
2. Instruction for action step 2
Instructions involving only one step are not numbered. The same applies for ac-
tion steps that do not have a specific sequence.
A bullet is placed in front of these instructions:
Handling instruction
2.3.2 Listings
Listings without a specific sequence are shown with bullet points (level 1) and
dashes (level 2):
Property A
- PointA
- PointB
Property B
2.3.3 References
References to other text passages in the document are indicated with section
number, headline text and page number:
Example: See also Chapter 3: Safety, page 5.
References to other documents are indicated as note or instruction without exact
chapter or page number:
Example: Please also observe the instructions contained in the manual for
the universal drive shaft.

Safety
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3 Safety
3.1 General Information
The chapter Safety contains basic warning notes as well as working and traffic
safety instructions for the usage of the installed machine.
The adherence to the instructions in this chapter is a prerequisite for the safe han-
dling and trouble-free operation of the machine.
There are additional warnings in the other chapters of this operator’s manual,
which must also be observed. The warning instructions are given before the text
for the relevant actions.
Warning notes on the supplier components can be found in the respective sup-
plier documentation. These warning instructions must also be observed.
3.2 Significance of warnings
The warning instructions in this manual have been structured according to the de-
gree of danger and the probability of their occurrence.
Danger signs and symbols inform the user about other construction-related and
unavoidable residual risks that may be encountered when operating the machine.
The warning notes used are structured as follows:
Example
Signal word
Symbol Explanation
n DANGER
Risk to life if warning is not observed
Description of the danger and possible consequences.
Ignoring these warnings will result in very serious or even fatal
injury.
Measures to prevent the danger.

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Warning severity level
The degree of danger is indicated by the signal word. The levels are classified as
follows:
n DANGER
Type and source of danger
This warning warns of a danger posing an immediate threat to the
health and life of persons.
Ignoring these warnings will result in very serious or even fatal
injury.
Always observe the measures described to prevent this
danger.
n WARNING
Type and source of danger
This warning warns of a possible dangerous situation for the
health of persons.
Ignoring these warnings will result in very serious injury.
Always observe the measures described to prevent this
danger.
n CAUTION
Type and source of danger
This warning warns of a potentially dangerous situation for per-
sonal health or of material and environmental damage.
Ignoring this warning can result in injuries and damage to the
product or the general area.
Always observe the measures described to prevent this
danger.
NOTICE
General information containing application tips and particularly useful informa-
tion, but which constitutes neither warnings nor hazards.

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3.3 General information on the safety of the machine
3.4 Information on operational safety
To avoid dangerous situations, only use the machine in a reliable condition.
3.4.1 Lifting and moving the machine
The machine is delivered ex works standing on a pallet.
Only lift the machine at the pallet using a suitable pallet truck or forklift. Take
the total weight into consideration.
Never lift or move the machine at the hopper or at other, non-marked anchor
points.
3.4.2 Parking the machine
Park the machine on level, solid ground.
Only park the machine in a lying position. Otherwise, there is a danger that
the machine will be unstable and fall. This can lead to personal injury and
property damage.
If the machine is to be parked for a long time, carry out a thorough cleaning
of the machine and detach any protruding elements such as hose brackets,
struts or hoses.
3.4.3 Checks before start-up
Check the operating safety of the machine before the first and every subsequent
start-up.
Are all fasteners and load-bearing connections tight and in proper condition?
Is the protective grid screwed tightly to the screw tube? Is it fastened tightly
to the edge of the hopper?
Are all locks firmly closed?
Is the hazard zone of the machine clear of persons?
NOTICE
You may use the RFZ 7 row fertiliser ONLY with the MDS fertiliser spreader.
The row fertiliser is available as special equipment of a machine.
The chapter Safety in the operator’s manual of your machine is to be re-
spected at all times.

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3.4.4 Hazard zone
Ejected spreading material may lead to severe injury (e. g. to eyes).
When persons are present between the tractor and the machine, there is a great
hazard caused by the tractor rolling away or by machine movements which may
have fatal consequences.
The following figure shows the hazard zones of the machine.
Figure 3.1: Hazard zones of row spreading devices
[A] Hazard zone in spreading operation
[B] Hazard zone when assembling the row fertiliser
For this reason, ensure that nobody is present in the spreading range [A] of
the machine.
Immediately stop the machine and the tractor if persons are present in the
hazard zone of the machine.
If you need to operate the hydraulic lift, ensure that nobody is present in the
hazard zone.
3.4.5 Operation
If the machine malfunctions, stop the machine immediately and secure it.
Have the fault repaired immediately by appropriately instructed and author-
ised personnel.
Only operate the machine with the protective grid in the hopper. The protec-
tive grid must not be removed during operation.
Rotating machine components may cause serious injury. For this reason, en-
sure that you avoid any contact between body parts or clothes and rotating
components.
Before setting the application rate, completely close the metering slide.
Do not deposit any parts (such as screws, nuts) in the hopper.
Ejected spreading material may lead to severe injury (e. g. to eyes). For this
reason, ensure that nobody is present in the spreading range of the machine.
When driving with the fitted machine combination (fertiliser spreader + row
fertiliser), observe the overall height of the machine.
Be aware above all of trees and electric cables.
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Never climb onto the machine or the tractor when it is situated beneath high-
voltage electrical power lines.
3.5 Maintenance and service
Maintenance and service involve additional hazards that do not occur during op-
eration of the machine.
Any maintenance and service work is to be conducted with increased alert-
ness at all times. Work very carefully and with awareness of danger.
3.6 Safety in traffic
When driving on public streets and roads, the tractor with the attached machine
must comply with the road traffic regulations of the respective country. The owner
and driver are responsible for compliance with these regulations.
3.6.1 Checks before driving
The pre-departure check is an important contribution to road safety. Before every
trip, check compliance with the operating conditions, traffic safety, and the regu-
lations of the country of use.
Is the permissible total weight complied with? Note the permitted axle load,
the permitted braking load, and the permitted tyre load capacity.
Check the tyre pressures and the function of the tractor brake system.
Is the machine attached appropriately?
Could spreading material be lost while driving?
- Check the filling level of the spreading material in the hopper.
- The metering slide must be closed.

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3.6.2 Using the machine for transport
The handling, tilting, steering, and braking performance of the tractor is affected
by the attached machine. For example, the high load will reduce the weight on
the tractor's front axle and affect its steering.
Be aware of the changed driving behaviour.
When driving, always ensure that there is sufficient visibility. If vision is re-
stricted (e.g. when reversing), another person is required to direct the driver.
Ensure that the side parts have been folded correctly and are secured via the
locking bolts.
Observe the permissible maximum speed.
Avoid sudden turns when driving uphill or downhill or across a slope. By repo-
sitioning the gravity centre, there is a risk of toppling over. Special care is to
be taken when driving on uneven, soft ground (e. g. when entering fields, at
kerbs) as well.
Set the lower link on the three-point linkage so it is rigid to prevent the ma-
chine from rocking.
Passengers are prohibited on the machine during transport and operation.
Be aware of the overall height of the machine when driving on roads. Be es-
pecially aware of trees, electric cables and bridge heights before driving un-
der them.

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4 Technical data
4.1 Manufacturer
RAUCH Landmaschinenfabrik GmbH
Landstraße 14
D-76547 Sinzheim
Phone: [phone] / 985-0
Fax: [phone] / 985-200
Service Centre, Technical Customer Service
RAUCH Landmaschinenfabrik GmbH
Postfach 1162
D-76545 Sinzheim
Phone: [phone] / 985-250
Fax: [phone] / 985-203

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4.2 Description of the special equipment
Use the special equipment RFZ 7 in accordance with chapter “Intended use“ on
page 1.
4.2.1 Assembly overview
Figure 4.1: Assembly overview
4.3 Overview of supported MDS fertiliser spreaders
You can attach the special equipment RFZ 7 to the following fertiliser spreaders
with/without extension.
[1] Pipe plug/slide
[2] Attachment points
[3] Hose bracket
[4] Hose
[5] Support frame side part
[6] Outlet pipes with baffle plates
[7] Lock
[8] Support frame central part
[9] Adjustable struts
[10] Pipe with auger
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2
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10
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Basic machine MDS 11.1
MDS 12.1
MDS 17.1
MDS 19.1
Extension M 430
M 433

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4.4 Technical data of basic equipment
Dimensions:
Weights and loads:
Height of screw tube
(Ground to pipe plug cap)
approx. 206 cm
Width to hose brackets 212 cm
Overall width of central and side parts
(unfolded)
478.5 cm
Overall width of central and side parts
(folded)
207.5 cm
Working width approx. 500 cm
Mass flow1
1. Max. mass flow depending on fertiliser type
max. 63.8 kg/min
Data RFZ 7
Empty weight 107 kg

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