Strautmann Verti Mix Double K User manual

Operating manual
Fodder mixing trailer
Verti Mix Double K
636 00 903
08.08
Printed in Germany
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operating manual before first
machine start-up!
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EC Declaration of Conformity
EC Declaration of Conformity
According to EC Directive for machines 98/37/EC, appendix II A
The manufacturer:
B. Strautmann & Söhne GmbH & Co. KG
Bielefelder Str. 53
D-49196 Bad Laer
hereby declares that the machine described below:
Product: Fodder mixing trailer Verti-Mix Double K
Model: 1300, 1500, 1800, 2100
Machine number: .......................................
Conforms to the requirements of the following EC Guidelines:
•Machine Guideline 98/37/EC
•EMC-Guideline 89/336/EEC (Electro-magnetic compatibility)
Applied standards and technical specifications:
•• EN ISO 12100-1:2003
•EN ISO 12100-2:2003
•DIN EN 294:1992
•DIN EN 349:1993
•DIN EN 982:1996
•DIN EN 1553:1999
•DIN EN 703:2005
Bad Laer, 15.03.2008
Dr. J. Marquering
Director of development
Dipl.-Ing. E. Uhlemann
Senior manager, construction
Feeding technology
Dr. K.-P. Strautmann
Managing director
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Identification data
Verti Mix Double K Edition 3 08.08
Identification data
Enter the identification data of your machine in the space provided
below. You will find the identification data on the vehicle identification
plate.
Manufacturer: B. Strautmann & Söhne GmbH & Co. KG
Vehicle ID No.:
(nine figures)
Model:
Year of manufacture:
Address of manufacturer
B. Strautmann & Söhne GmbH & Co. KG
Landmaschinenfabrik
Bielefelder Straße 53
D-49196
Tel.:
Fax.:
E-mail:
Bad Laer
+ 49 (0) 5424 802-0
+ 49 (0) 5424 802-64
[email protected]
Spare parts orders
B. Strautmann & Söhne GmbH & Co. KG
Landmaschinenfabrik
Bielefelder Straße 53
D-49196
Tel.:
Fax.:
E-mail:
Bad Laer
+ 49 (0) 5424 802-31
+ 49 (0) 5424 802-64
[email protected]
Spare parts catalogue online: www.strautmann-elise.de
When ordering spare parts, always quote the machine serial no. (nine
figures).
Formal remarks to this operating manual
Document Number: 636 00 903
Date of issue: 08.08
Copyright B. Strautmann & Söhne GmbH & Co. KG, 2008
All rights reserved.
No part of this manual, however small, may be reproduced without the
prior permission of the company B. Strautmann & Söhne GmbH & Co.
KG.

Preface
Preface
Dear customer,
You have chosen a quality product from the wide spectrum of
products manufactured by B. Strautmann & Söhne GmbH & Co. KG.
We thank you for the confidence you have shown in us.
Please check the machine on receipt for transport damage or missing
parts! Check the machine and vehicle parts delivered, including any
special equipment ordered, against the delivery note. Compensation
for damages can only be considered where loss or damage is notified
immediately!
Before starting up the machine, read and observe the operating
manual, especially the safety instructions. Studying the operating
instructions carefully will enable you to make full use of the
advantages of your newly acquired machine.
Make sure that every person operating the machine has read this
operating manual before they start to operate it.
Should any questions or problems arise, please consult the operating
manual or give us a call.
Regular machine maintenance and care combined with timely
replacement of worn and/or damaged parts will increase the life
expectation of your machine.
Users’ comments
Dear reader,
Our operating manuals are regularly updated. Your suggestions for
improvement will be of great assistance to us in our production of an
increasingly user-friendly operating manual. Please send us your
suggestions by fax or E-mail:
Firma B. Strautmann & Söhne GmbH & Co. KG
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D-49196
Tel.:
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E-mail:
Bad Laer
+ 49 (0) 5424 802-0
+ 49 (0) 5424 802-64
[email protected]
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Contents
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1Information for the user ...................................................................................11
1.1 Purpose of the document.....................................................................................................11
1.2 Direction references in these operating manual ..................................................................11
1.3 Presentation modes.............................................................................................................11
1.4 Expressions employed.........................................................................................................12
2Product description..........................................................................................13
2.1 Overview – Component Units ..............................................................................................14
2.2 Safety devices and safeguards............................................................................................16
2.3 Overview - Supply lines between tractor and machine........................................................17
2.4 Fittings for road drive ...........................................................................................................18
2.5 Intended use ........................................................................................................................19
2.6 Danger zone and danger points ..........................................................................................20
2.7 Type plate and CE-marking .................................................................................................21
2.8 Technical data......................................................................................................................22
2.8.1 General data............................................................................................................22
2.8.2 Dimensions of trailer................................................................................................23
2.8.3 Tyre pressure...........................................................................................................24
2.9 Required tractor equipment .................................................................................................25
2.10 Noise emission information..................................................................................................27
2.11 Conformity............................................................................................................................27
3Safety instructions ...........................................................................................28
3.1 Safety awareness at work....................................................................................................28
3.2 Organisational steps to be taken .........................................................................................29
3.2.1 Obligations on the part of the operating company...................................................29
3.2.2 Obligations of the operator ......................................................................................30
3.2.3 Qualifications of Personnel......................................................................................31
3.3 Product safety ......................................................................................................................32
3.3.1 Operation of the machine in accordance with safety requirements ........................32
3.3.2 Safety devices and safeguards ...............................................................................32
3.3.3 Modifications............................................................................................................32
3.3.4 Spare parts and parts subject to wear and tear as well as auxiliary material .........33
3.3.5 Guarantee and Liability............................................................................................33
3.4 Basic safety instructions ......................................................................................................34
3.4.1 General safety and accident prevention instructions ..............................................34
3.4.2 Hydraulic system .....................................................................................................37
3.4.3 Electrical System .....................................................................................................38
3.4.4 PTO operation .........................................................................................................39
3.4.5 Trailed machines .....................................................................................................40
3.4.6 Brake system...........................................................................................................40
3.4.7 Axles ........................................................................................................................41
3.4.8 Tyres........................................................................................................................42
3.4.9 Fodder mixing trailer................................................................................................43
3.4.10 Machine maintenance and care ..............................................................................44
3.5 Safety instructions relevant to operation and important information ...................................45
3.5.1 Safety instructions relevant to operation .................................................................45
3.5.2 Important Information ..............................................................................................46
3.6 Saftey signs and instructional signs.....................................................................................47
3.6.1 Saftey signs .............................................................................................................47
3.6.2 Instructional signs....................................................................................................52
3.6.3 Location of saftey signs and instructional signs ......................................................54
3.7 Dangers of disregarding safety instructions and saftey signs .............................................55
4Loading and Unloading....................................................................................56

Contents
5Structure and Functions.................................................................................. 58
5.1 Mixing container and mixing auger ..................................................................................... 59
5.1.1 Cutting knives of mixing augers.............................................................................. 60
5.1.2 Driving mechanism with switchgear........................................................................ 61
5.1.2.1 Mount the holder with pocket for mechanical and electrical remote
control unit .............................................................................................. 62
5.1.2.2 Changing of gear level by means of switchgear .................................... 63
5.1.3 Flat-type cylindrical gearing for drive unit with on-board hydraulic system without
switchgear............................................................................................................... 64
5.1.4 Overflow ring........................................................................................................... 65
5.1.5 Counter-cutters ....................................................................................................... 66
5.1.6 Feed funnel for mineral feed................................................................................... 67
5.2 Ladder ................................................................................................................................. 67
5.3 Discharge options ...............................................................................................................68
5.3.1 Front side discharge ............................................................................................... 68
5.3.1.1 Discharge conveyor for right-hand front discharge ................................ 69
5.3.2 Discharge at the rear centre with protective device................................................ 70
5.3.3 Rear crossover conveyor........................................................................................ 71
5.3.3.1 Conveyor extension................................................................................ 71
5.3.4 Opening and closing of discharge door for discharge opening .............................. 72
5.3.5 Setting of conveyor speed for crossover conveyor / discharge conveyor for side
discharge ................................................................................................................ 73
5.3.5.1 Manual setting of conveyor speed.......................................................... 73
5.3.5.2 Setting of conveyor speed via control unit ............................................. 73
5.4 Straw blower........................................................................................................................ 74
5.4.1 Working with the straw blower ................................................................................ 74
5.4.2 Elimination of blockages ......................................................................................... 75
5.5 Weighing device.................................................................................................................. 77
5.6 Operating elements............................................................................................................. 78
5.6.1 Direct tractor connection......................................................................................... 78
5.6.2 Hand lever operating gear ...................................................................................... 79
5.6.2.1 Possible symbols and their meaning...................................................... 80
5.6.3 Bowden cable operation ......................................................................................... 83
5.6.3.1 Possible symbols and their meaning...................................................... 84
5.6.3.2 Mounting of holder with pocket for Bowden cable control unit............... 86
5.6.4 Electro-hydraulic control (control unit) .................................................................... 87
5.6.4.1 Possible symbols and their meaning...................................................... 88
5.6.4.2 Mounting of control unit on the tractor.................................................... 92
5.6.4.3 Electro-hydraulic control block ............................................................... 92
5.6.4.4 Emergency manual actuation in case of electric power system failure.. 93
5.7 Drawbar............................................................................................................................... 94
5.7.1 Top hitching ............................................................................................................ 94
5.7.2 Bottom hitching ....................................................................................................... 95
5.7.3 Hitching up the drawbar hitch ................................................................................. 96
5.7.3.1 Bolt coupling........................................................................................... 96
5.7.3.2 Tow-hook (hitch hook) and hitch ring ..................................................... 97
5.7.3.3 Hitch pin (piton-fix) and hitch ring........................................................... 97
5.7.4 Unhitching the drawbar........................................................................................... 98
5.7.4.1 Bolt coupling........................................................................................... 98
5.7.4.2 Tow-hook (hitch hook) and hitch ring ..................................................... 98
5.7.4.3 Hitch pin (piton-fix) and hitch ring........................................................... 99
5.8 Support stand.................................................................................................................... 100
5.8.1 Mechanical support stand..................................................................................... 100
5.8.1.1 Lifting of mechanical support stand to transport position..................... 100
5.8.1.2 Lower mechanical support stand to support position........................... 101
5.8.2 Hydraulic support stand ........................................................................................ 101
5.8.2.1 Raise hydraulic support stand to transport position ............................. 102
5.8.2.2 Lower hydraulic support stand to support position............................... 102
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5.9 PTO drive shaft ..................................................................................................................103
5.9.1 Coupling the PTO drive shaft ................................................................................105
5.9.2 Uncouple the PTO drive shaft ...............................................................................106
5.10 Hydraulic hose lines...........................................................................................................107
5.10.1 Coupling the hydraulic hose lines..........................................................................107
5.10.2 Unconnect hydraulic hose lines.............................................................................108
5.11 Ground drive ......................................................................................................................109
5.11.1 Hydraulic working brake ........................................................................................109
5.11.1.1 Coupling ................................................................................................110
5.11.1.2 Uncoupling ............................................................................................111
5.11.2 Hydraulic service brake system.............................................................................111
5.11.2.1 Coupling ................................................................................................112
5.11.2.2 Uncoupling ............................................................................................112
5.11.3 Two-line service brake system ..............................................................................113
5.11.3.1 Couple the brake and supply line..........................................................115
5.11.3.2 Uncouple the brake and supply line......................................................116
5.11.3.3 Manoeuvre unhitched machine by means of a manoeuvring vehicle...117
5.11.4 Parking brake ........................................................................................................118
6Starting up the machine................................................................................. 119
6.1 Road traffic regulations......................................................................................................120
6.1.1 Road traffic regulations for Germany ....................................................................120
6.2 Check the suitability of the tractor......................................................................................121
6.2.1 Requirements for the operation of tractors with rigid drawbar trailers...................122
6.2.1.1 Possible combination variations for connecting and towing devices ....122
6.2.1.2 Calculate real DC-value for the combination to be coupled...................123
6.2.1.3 Calculate permissible trailer load of the tractor.....................................125
6.3 Securing tractor and machine against accidental starting and rolling ...............................126
6.4 Entering the mixing container ............................................................................................128
6.5 Adjust mounting height of drawbar (workshop job) ...........................................................130
6.6 Adjusting the length of the PTO drive shaft to the tractor (workshop job).........................132
6.7 Check machine functions...................................................................................................134
7Hitching and unhitching the machine........................................................... 135
7.1 Hitch up the machine .........................................................................................................135
7.2 Unhitching the machine .....................................................................................................137
8Settings ...........................................................................................................138
9Start machine.................................................................................................. 139
9.1 Loading of fodder mixing trailer .........................................................................................141
9.1.1 Recommended loading order ................................................................................143
9.2 Mixing of fodder components.............................................................................................144
9.3 Fodder discharge...............................................................................................................145
9.3.1 Fodder discharge through discharge openings.....................................................146
9.3.2 Fodder discharge via discharge conveyor for side discharge...............................147
9.3.3 Fodder discharge via crossover conveyor.............................................................148
9.3.4 Fodder discharge via conveyor extension.............................................................149
9.3.5 Elimination of blockages........................................................................................150
10 Transport runs ................................................................................................151
11 Machine maintenance and care..................................................................... 153
11.1 Maintenance and care schedule – overview .....................................................................155
11.2 Cleaning the machine ........................................................................................................155
11.3 Lubricate machine..............................................................................................................156
11.3.1 Lubrication chart ....................................................................................................156
11.4 Preserving / long downtimes..............................................................................................157

Contents
11.5 Check gear oil / top up / change ....................................................................................... 157
11.5.1 Filling quantities and oil change time intervals ..................................................... 158
11.5.2 Angular gearbox.................................................................................................... 158
11.5.2.1 Check oil level ...................................................................................... 158
11.5.2.2 Change gear oil .................................................................................... 159
11.5.3 Switchgear ............................................................................................................ 160
11.5.3.1 Check oil level ...................................................................................... 160
11.5.3.2 Change gear oil .................................................................................... 160
11.5.4 Flat-type cylindrical gearing for drive unit with on-board hydraulic system
without switchgear ................................................................................................ 161
11.5.4.1 Check oil level ...................................................................................... 161
11.5.4.2 Change gear oil .................................................................................... 161
11.5.5 On-board hydraulic system for hydraulic functions or for blower drive................. 162
11.5.5.1 Check oil level ...................................................................................... 162
11.5.5.2 Change hydraulic oil............................................................................. 163
11.6 Replacing of shear bolts of the shear bolt coupling .......................................................... 163
11.7 Discharge door.................................................................................................................. 164
11.8 Cutting knives of mixing auger.......................................................................................... 165
11.8.1 Sharpening of cutting knives................................................................................. 165
11.8.2 Swivelling / Replacing of cutting knives................................................................ 166
11.9 Crossover conveyor, discharge conveyor or conveyor extension .................................... 167
11.9.1 Check the conveyor for visible defects ................................................................. 167
11.9.2 Adjusting / Tightening of conveyor........................................................................ 168
11.9.3 Cleaning of driving, supporting and guide rollers ................................................. 168
11.10 Replacing of remote control cable of mechanical remote control unit .............................. 169
11.10.1Replacing of remote control cable adapter (G)..................................................... 170
11.11 Hydraulic system............................................................................................................... 171
11.11.1Make the hydraulic system pressure-less ............................................................ 172
11.11.2Hydraulic hose lines.............................................................................................. 173
11.11.2.1 Flagging and length of usage of hydraulic hose lines .......................... 173
11.11.2.2 Service Intervals................................................................................... 173
11.11.2.3 Inspection criteria for hydraulic hose lines ........................................... 174
11.11.2.4 Installation and removal of hydraulic hose lines (Workshop tasks) ..... 175
11.12 Tyres ................................................................................................................................. 176
11.12.1Check tyres ........................................................................................................... 176
11.12.2Changing tyres...................................................................................................... 176
11.13 Brake system..................................................................................................................... 178
11.13.1Check / Clean in-line filters of compressed-air brake system .............................. 178
11.13.2Check brake system for proper functioning. ......................................................... 179
11.14 Torque settings for metric screw connections................................................................... 180
12 Eliminating malfunctions .............................................................................. 182
12.1 Malfunctions and remedy – machine ................................................................................ 182
12.2 Malfunctions and remedy – electrics................................................................................. 183
12.3 Malfunctions and remedy – Weighing device ................................................................... 184
13 Circuit diagrams............................................................................................. 185
13.1 Hydraulic circuit diagram................................................................................................... 185
13.2 Electrical circuit diagram ................................................................................................... 186
13.3 Weighing device................................................................................................................ 187
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Index
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A
Adjusting the PTO drive shaft......................132
B
Bowden cable operation................................ 83
Brake deceleration ......................................121
Brake system...................................26, 40, 178
Brake force regulator ...............................114
Compressed air brake system ...................41
Hydraulic brake system .............................41
Hydraulic service brake system...............111
Hydraulic working brake ..........................109
Parking brake...........................................118
Two-line service brake system ................113
C
Circuit diagrams...........................................185
Cleaning ......................................................155
Connecting and towing devices...................122
DC-value...................................................123
Control dial ....................................................73
Control unit ....................................................26
Holder ........................................................92
Conveyor extension.......................................71
Conveyors - Maintenance ...........................167
Counter-cutters..............................................66
Crossover conveyor ......................................71
Current regulation valve ................................73
Cutting knives........................................60, 165
D
Danger zone and danger points ....................20
DC-value ......................................................123
Direct tractor connection ...............................78
Discharge conveyor for side discharge .........69
Discharge door ..............................................72
E
Electrical System ...........................................38
F
Farmyard vehicle ........................................ 109
Fodder discharge........................................ 145
Blockages................................................ 150
Crossover conveyor ................................ 148
Discharge openings ................................ 146
Side discharge conveyor......................... 147
Fodder mixing trailer ..................................... 43
Fuse .............................................................. 92
G
Gearbox oil.................................................. 157
H
Hand lever operating gear ............................ 79
Hazard - meaning ......................................... 12
High pressure cleaner / steam jet............... 155
Hitching and unhitching the machine............ 34
Hydraulic hose lines.................................... 173
Hydraulic oil .................................................. 25
Hydraulic pump power ratio .......................... 25
Hydraulic system........................................... 37
Hydraulic system - Maintenance................. 171
L
Leaks ............................................................ 37
Lifting tackle .................................................. 56
Loading ....................................................... 141
Loading - Mixing.......................................... 144
Loading - Order........................................... 143
Lubrication .................................................. 156
M
Maintenance and care .................................. 44
Maintenance schedule................................ 155
Maximum operating pressure ....................... 25
Mechanical remote control unit................... 169
Mirror............................................................. 26
Mixing container - Entry .............................. 128
Modifications ................................................. 32

Index
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O
Operating elements .......................................78
Operating permit or registration...................120
Operation according to safety requirements .32
Overload clutch............................................140
P
Product description ........................................13
PTO drive shaft............................................103
PTO operation ...............................................39
R
Replacing of shear bolts ..............................163
Road traffic regulations................................120
S
Safeguards ....................................................16
Safety and accident prevention instructions..34
Safety devices and safeguards .....................32
Safety instructions relevant to operation .......45
Saftey signs ...................................................47
Saftey signs - explanation .............................47
Saftey signs and instructional signs ..............54
Scale..............................................................72
Securing machine against rolling.................126
Securing tractor and machine............. 126, 127
Setting of conveyor speed .............................73
Settings........................................................138
Shear bolt coupling ........................................59
Spare parts and parts subject to wear
and tear..........................................................33
Specialised workshop....................................31
Starting up the machine...............................119
Support stand ..............................................100
Hydraulic support stand ...........................101
Mechanical support stand ........................100
Switchgear .....................................................61
T
Torque settings ............................................180
Trailed machines ...........................................40
Transport runs .............................................151
Transporting the machine..............................36
Tyres......................................................42, 176
U
Using the machine ........................................ 35
W
Workshop tasks............................................. 31
Workstation, driver's compartment................ 32

Information for the user
Verti Mix Double K Edition 11 08.08
1 Information for the user
This section contains information for the user on how to make best
use of the operating manual.
1.1 Purpose of the document
These operating manual
•describe the operation and maintenance of the machine.
•give important advice on the safe and efficient running of the
machine.
•are an integral part of the machine and must always be kept on
the machine or in the tractor.
•are to be retained for future use.
•are to be passed on to the buyer when the machine is sold.
1.2 Direction references in these operating manual
Every direction reference in these operating manual is to be
understood as seen from the forward drive position.
1.3 Presentation modes
Operational instructions and consequential reactions
Every action to be taken by the operator is shown in a numbered list
of operational instructions. Keep to the given order of operational
instructions. The reaction to each respective instruction is in turn
marked by an arrow. Example:
1. Operational instruction 1
→Reaction of the machine to operational instruction 1
2. Operational instruction 2
Enumerations
Enumerations without any particular order are shown as a list of
points. Example:
•Point 1
•Point 2
Item numbers in figures
Digits in parenthesis refer to item numbers in figures. The first digit
refers to the figure, the second digit to the item number in the figure.
Example (Fig. 3/6)
•Figure 3
•Item 6

Information for the user
1.4 Expressions employed
The term ... means ...
third person … all other persons except the operator.
Hazard … the source of possible injury or damage to health.
Manufacturer … the company B. Strautmann & Söhne GmbH & Co. KG.
Machine … the fodder mixing trailers Verti-Mix Double K.
Control device ... the component part that is actuated by the operator e.g. by means
of pressure. A control device can be a control lever, toggle switch,
button, turn switch, etc.
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Product description
Verti Mix Double K Edition 13 08.08
2 Product description
This section contains:
•comprehensive information on the design of the machine,
•designations of the individual component assemblies and control
elements.
If possible, read this section while you are standing right beside the
machine. This is the best way to get acquainted with the machine.
The machines can be supplied with a variety of optional equipment.
Due to the individual equipping of your machine some of the
descriptions of fittings in this operating manual will not apply to your
machine. Options are clearly specified in the manual and are
available at extra cost.

Product description
2.1 Overview – Component Units
Depiction of product and description of the most important elements.
Fig. 1
(1) Drawbar
(2) PTO drive shaft
(3) Storage yoke for PTO drive shaft
(4) Support stand
(5) Ladder, platform
(6) Counter-cutter
(7) Mixing container
(8) Angular gearbox for mixing auger drive
(9) Shear pin safeguard
(10) Brake axle
(11) Wheels
(12) Parking brake
(13) Rear crossover conveyor (only in case of
available optional extra)
(14) Left rear protective device for crossover
conveyor
(15) Hose cupboard for supply lines
(16) Operating terminal of weighing device (only
in case of available optional extra)
(17) Tilting support for the weighing device
control terminal
(18) Electrohydraulic control block (only in case
of available optional extra)
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Product description
Fig. 2
(1) Opening scale for discharge door
(2) Indicator for opening width of discharge
dosing slide
(3) Wheel chocks
(4) Compensating reservoir for gear lubricant
oil of the angular gears
(5) Counter-cutter
(6) Rear crossover conveyor (only in case of
available optional extra)
(7) Right rear protective device for crossover
conveyor
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Product description
2.2 Safety devices and safeguards
This section shows the layout of the correctly mounted guards in their
protective position.
WARNING
Risk of bodily injury from being crushed, drawn into and caught
when moving machine parts are left unguarded during
operation!
•Only start up a machine with its entire safeguards correctly
mounted.
•Replace defective safeguards immediately.
Fig. 3
(1) Storage yoke for PTO drive shaft
(2) PTO drive shaft guards
(3) Safety cone for drive shaft
(4) Hose cupboard for supply lines
(5) Ladder, platform
(6) Left and right rear protective device for
crossover conveyor
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Product description
(7) Wheel chocks
(8) Protective device front side discharge (tight-
fitting, swivelling protective cover) against
accidental touching of the powered mixing
auger
Fig. 4
2.3 Overview - Supply lines between tractor and machine
(1) Hydraulic connection “forward” red
(2) Hydraulic connection “return” blue
(3) Hydraulic connection for hydraulic working
brake
(4) Power supply for control unit 3-pin
(5) Lighting connection 7-pin
(6) Compressed air brake supply line red
(only in case of available optional extra)
(7) Compressed air brake line yellow
(only in case of available optional extra)
(8) Hydraulic connection for hydraulic brake
with hydraulic clutch according to ISO 5676
(only in case of available optional extra, not
allowed in Germany)
Fig. 5
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Product description
2.4 Fittings for road drive
Road traffic equipment must be fitted correctly and checked for
roadworthiness before transport runs on public roads and ways are
carried out.
Depending on the machine’s equipment, it is fitted with:
•a lighting and marking system according to the national road
traffic regulations,
•a brake system, for further information see chapter "Brake
system", page 109.
Fig. 6
(1) Speed limit plate
(2) Multi-function lighting fixtures
(3) Triangular reflectors
(4) Number plate
(5) Side reflectors (3 or 4 pieces on each side of the machine)
(6) Wheel chocks
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Product description
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2.5 Intended use
The fodder mixing trailers of the Verti-Mix series:
•are designed for chopping, homogeneous mixing, transporting
and discharging all types of silage and normal fodders used in
keeping livestock, if the dry substance content of the total
mixture is more than 30 %,
•must not be loaded otherwise than by means of:
οa tractor equipped with a front loader,
οa yard or wheeled loader,
οthe provided feeding aids such as mineral feed funnel, etc.
The term “intended use” also incorporates:
•compliance with all instructions in this operating manual,
•observance of prescribed maintenance and care work schedules
on the machine,
•sole use of genuine parts.
All modes of employment other than those described above are
forbidden and will be considered as not intended use.
Where damage is caused by not intended use:
•the operator will be held solely responsible,
•the manufacturer will not accept any liability whatsoever.

Product description
2.6 Danger zone and danger points
The danger zone is the area within and / or surrounding a machine
where the safety and health of any person can be endangered.
No person may remain in the danger zone:
•if the tractor motor is running with the universal drive shaft /
hydraulic- / electronic systems connected.
•if the tractor and machine have not been secured against
unintentional starting or rolling.
Only if there is no-one in the danger zone of the machine, may the
operator:
•move the machine,
•transfer moving machine parts from transport to working position
and from working to transport position,
•actuate work tools.
In the danger zone, the danger comes from hazards that cannot be
completely eliminated for reasons of machine performance reliability.
These hazards are ever-present and can occur without warning.
Warning signs mark these danger spots on the machine. The danger
signs give warning of existing dangers.
In this manual safety information concerning handling draws attention
to the ever-present remaining dangers.
Danger can arise:
•by operation movements of the machine and its tools,
•from materials or foreign objects being slung out of the machine,
•through unintentional lowering of the raised machine / raised
parts of the machine,
•through unintentional starting and rolling of tractor and machine.
The hazard points are located:
•in the vicinity of the drawbar between tractor and machine,
•in the vicinity of the active PTO drive shaft,
•in the vicinity of the discharge openings,
•within the area of the powered discharge conveyor, crossover
conveyor or extension conveyor,
•in the mixing container with the machine powered or not
powered,
•around the discharge pipe and in ejection direction in case of
machines equipped with a straw blower.
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