SlurryKat Low-Line Series User manual

Operation and Maintenance
Manual
Dribble Bars – Low-Line and Duo

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Foreword
Dear user,
We would like to thank you for choosing SLURRYKAT equipment. This product
possesses a high level of technical reliability and will allow you to benefit from
SLURRYKAT’s vast experience in slurry spreading.
The aim of the manual is to help you use efficiently, correctly operate and service
your machine. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.
This manual and safety signs on your machine may be available in other languages,
(please arrange with managing director for order).
THIS MANUAL SHOULD BE CONSIDERED a permanent part of your machine and
should remain with the machine when you sell it.
Please contact your dealer should you have any questions about your SLURRYKAT
equipment.
Wishing you the best use of your SLURRYKAT equipment, we remain yours
faithfully,
G. Cairns
Managing Director

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Contents
Foreword 2.
Contents 3.
General description 4.
Technical Specification 11.
Intended use 12.
General Safety Regulations 13.
Machine Markings 15.
Machine Marking Positions 16.
Instructions for use 17.
Attaching and Operating – Low Line Dribble Bar 18.
Attaching and Operating – Duo Dribble Bar 21.
Attaching to a Bak-Pak 24
Stopping Spreading 25.
Cleaning 26.
Disposing of the machine 26.
Repairs 27.
Maintenance 27.
Grease points 29.
Hydraulic system 30.
Trouble Shooting 31.
Parts Diagrams 32.
7.5m Low Line Dribble Bar 32.
9m Low Line Dribble Bar 33.
12m Low Line Dribble Bar 34.
7.5 Duo Dribble Bar 35.
9m Duo Dribble Bar 36.
10.5m Duo Dribble Bar 37.
Hydraulic Components 38.
7.5m & 9m Low Line Dribble Bar 38.
12m Low Line Dribble Bar 39.
7.5m & 9m Duo Dribble Bar 40.
10.5m Duo Dribble Bar 41.
Vogelsang Macerator 42.
Safety notes 43.
Warning and safety stickers 44.
Assembly 45.
Hose connections 46.
Start-up 47.

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Maintenance 49.
Vogelsang Macerator parts break down 53.
Disassembling the rotor from the hydraulic motor 54.
Tensioning the eccentric 55.
Cleaning the machine for storage 56.
Trouble-shooting 57.
Terms of warranty 58.
Declaration of Conformity 60.
General Description
SlurryKat Low-Line and Duo dribble bars achieve a uniform spread of slurry/manure,
and are fitted with a Vogelsang Exacut distributor. They are also compatible with a
range of SlurryKat reelers and are flow meter ready. Low-Line dribble bars fold
horizontally and Duo dribble bars fold vertically, both dribble bars use the tractors
hydraulics to operate the hydraulic cylinders and motor on the Vogelsang Exacut
distributor. Low line dribble bars come in 7.5m, 9m and 12m sizes and Duo dribble
bars come in 7.5m, 9m and 10.5m.

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7.5m Low-Line Dribble Bar General Dimensions

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9m Low-Line Dribble Bar General Dimensions

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12m Low-Line Dribble Bar General Dimensions

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7.5m Duo Dribble Bar General Dimensions

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9m Duo Dribble Bar General Dimensions

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10.5m Duo Dribble Bar General Dimensions

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Technical Specification
Low-Line Dribble Bars
• 7.5m - 12m Working Width
• 2.4m Transport Width
• Hydraulic Horizontal Folding
• Connects with the Range of SlurryKat Reelers for Hose Reeling & Unreeling
• Vogelsang Exacut Distributor
• UV Resistant Slurry Delivery Hoses
• 360° Hose Swivel
• Galvanised Finish
• Flow Meter Ready
• Boom Teleshift for Compact Transport
DUO Dribble Bar
• 7.5m – 10.5m Working Width
• 2.4m Transport Width
• Hydraulic Vertical Folding
• Connects with the Range of SlurryKat Reelers for Hose Reeling & Unreeling
• Vogelsang Exacut Distributor
• UV Resistant Slurry Delivery Hoses
• 360° Hose Swivel
• Galvanised Finish
• Flow Meter Ready
• Boom Teleshift for Compact Transport
Options
• Hydraulic Boom Teleshift for Compact Transport (12 metre low line, 9m and
10.5 metre duo.)
• Flowmeter System
• ETS - Eco-Matic Touch Screen (In Cab Control System)
• Hydraulic Tele-shift on Booms
• Rear Work Lights

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Intended Use
The Dribble Bar is designed SOLELY for use in customary agricultural applications
i.e ‘intended use’. If this machine is used in any other way, it is considered as
contrary to the intended use. Therefore, the manufacturer accepts no liability for
damage or injury resulting from this misuse, and these risks must be borne solely
with the user. Compliance and strict adherence to the conditions of operation,
service and repair as specified by the manufacturer also constitute essential
elements for the intended use.
Any person using this machine should read this manual carefully and strictly abide
by the legislation in terms of:
• Accident prevention
• Work safety
• Road safety
The user has to strictly respect all the warning signs affixed to the machine. Any
modifications done to the machine without prior written agreement of the
manufacturer, releases the manufacturer from responsibility for any damage which
might occur from this.

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General Safety Regulations
Make sure all regulations concerning Work Safety and Highway Code are
respected, before you begin to use this equipment.
• Apart from the regulations specified in this manual, you should also abide by the
safety regulations and accident prevention legislations.
• Carefully read all instructions and safety messages in this manual and on your
machine.
• Abide by the Highway Code when on open roads. Use headlights, flashing warning
lights and turn signals day and night.
• Before using the machine the user should familiarise himself to the operating
systems of the machine and the respective functions.
• Do not wear any loose garments, which might get caught in the rotary parts of the
machine.
• Tie long hair behind you head and do not wear any neckties, scarves or necklaces
when operating machine or moving parts.
• The tractor should be fitted with a cabin or roll-over bar conforming to the
regulations in force.
• Before you start the machine, make sure that there is nothing in the immediate
vicinity and that the visibility is good. Keep all persons or animals out of the
machine’s danger zones.
• Carrying persons or animals on the machine during operating is strictly prohibited.
• When hitching or un-hitching the machine, make sure the feet are in the prescribed
position as indicated in the manual.
• Pay particular attention when hitching or un-hitching the machine from the tractor.
• Make sure that the tractor’s front axle ballast is sufficient before hitching the
machine to the tractor.
• Never exceed the maximum authorised axle load, from a technical and legal point
of view. Never exceed the total authorised laden weight during transport or when in
operation.
• Abide by the maximum authorised dimensions and loading gauge when driving on
public roads.
• Make sure that all guards and signalling systems are in good working order before
driving onto public roads.
• Keep all curtains, shields and remote control elements in place in such a way as to
avoid any accident or damage.
• Place the machine in transport position as indicated by the manufacturer before
driving onto open roads.
• Never leave the driving seat while the engine is running.

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• Speed and driving behaviour should be adapted to suit the type of terrain. Avoid
sudden changes of direction. Do not exceed the recommended speed limit by the
manufacture of the machine.
• Always operate the machine at rated speed, provide sufficient weight to stabilize
the tractor when operating on hilly land or other adverse conditions.
• Pay particular attention in bends and avoid sudden moves by paying particular
attention to the length, height and weight of the machine attached.
• Before using the machine, make sure that all safety elements are in place and in
good working order. Replace missing or damaged safety signs.
• Before using the machine, check that all screws and bolts are well tightened.
Tighten is necessary.
• Do not stand in the immediate vicinity of the machine.
• Never lubricate service or adjust machine while moving, turn off engine, remove
key from ignition and wait for moving parts to have completely stopped.
•Do not stand between the tractor and the machine before putting on the hand brake.
• Before attempting any adjustments to the machine make sure it cannot be started
accidentally.
• Make sure the braking system is connected and working properly before moving
the machine.
• Do not support the machine on cinder blocks, hollow tiles or props that may
crumble under continuous load.
• Do not work under a machine that is supported solely by a jack; follow
recommended procedures in this manual.
• When implements or attachments are used with a machine, always follow safety
precautions listed in the operator’s manual.
Never Climb on Machine

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Machine Markings
At several important places of this machine safety signs are affixed intended to
signify potential danger. The hazard is identified by a yellow warning sticker. Pictures
of the warning symbols you will expect to see are placed below with a brief
description.
These symbols are in place to minimise potential hazard
Danger! - Hazard points on this machine. Serious injury or death may
occur.
Grease - Grease should be applied every 10 hours, with 4-5 pumps
(and every 4-5 hours on PTO Shafts). This maintains machine for
optimum operating conditions
Pinch Point - Moving parts can cut or crush. Keep hands clear at all
times.
Complies with regulations 'The supply of Machinery (Safety)
Regulations 2008.
This symbol informs the user that the Macerator unit MUST
NOT RUN DRY and not to engage until slurry flows
commences and disengage when slurry flow has stopped.

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MOVING PARTS
KEEP HANDS CLEAR
MOVING PARTS
KEEP HANDS CLEAR

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General Instructions for Use
Checking the dribble bar before attaching and using-
1. Before using the dribble bar the user should check for any areas of wear e.g.
hydraulic components, bearings and pivot points etc.
2. The main body of the machine should also be checked to ensure there are no
cracks on welds, etc.
3. The attachment brackets have to be checked thoroughly to ensure they are
not damaged.
4. If there are any areas of wear or damage the machine must not be used and
be repaired immediately by a competent trained Engineer.

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Attaching and Operating - Low Line Dribble Bar
Storage Position – Dribble bar must be stored in the position shown in (Fig 1.1). It
should be set on a firm level surface
1. Reverse the tractor up to the implement and stop at least 1m from it.
2. At this point turn off the tractor and engage the hand brake / park brake,
ensure the keys are removed.
3. Check all pins and balls are present for the three-point linkage (Fig 1.2).
4. Return to the tractor and proceed to reverse it backwards, ensuring to line the
3-point linkage arms of the tractor up with the 3-point linkage on the dribble
bar.
Fig 1.2 –3-point linkage on Low-Line dribble bar
Fig 1.3 –Support stands raised to transport position
Fig 1.1 –Low Line dribble bar storage position

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5. Once lined up, the user may then raise the rear linkage of the tractor up so
the arms fully hold the balls.
6. The operator should stop the tractor and apply hand brake/ park brake and
exit the tractor.
7. Proceed to the front of the dribble bar so the top link can be attached.
8. The dribble bar can then be raised and the support stands can then be raised
into the transport position (Fig 1.3).
9. Once the dribble bar is in position the operator may proceed to unfold the
dribble bar using the tractors hydraulics (Fig 2.1).
10. Apply the tractors hand brake/ park brake and turn of the tractor before exiting
the tractor.
11. Proceed to the rear of the dribble bar and attach the layflat hose to the quick
attach coupling on the swing tail.
5m
5m
Fig 2.1 –Safety Zone for folding and unfolding a low line dribble bar.
Fig 2.2 - Dribble bar unfolded into work position

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12. Then remove the locking pins on the boom of the dribble bar before extending
the dribble bar out manually (Fig 3.1).
13. Replace the locking pin when the boom is fully extended so it will lock in place
for field operation.
14. Alternatively using the tractors hydraulics extend the boom using the tractors
hydraulic tele-shift (Fig 3.2)
15. Return to the tractor and lower the dribble bar if required to the ideal working
height of between 8 to 12 inches.
16. Open the gate valve on the dribble bar before slurry pumping commences.
17. Once slurry pumping has commenced and it is flowing through the hoses turn
on the macerator on via the tractor hydraulics
When spreading slurry change the direction of the macerator every 15 minutes
to allow the knives to be sharpened and wear easily.
Always ensure that the machine is not left running or with the keys in it if the
user is not present in the driving seat to prevent incidents occurring.
Fig 3.1 –Extending boom
Fig 3.2 –Hydraulic tele-shift