Operating Manual for Spreaders

Type SW 10/16 TA/MA

Streumaster Maschinenbau GmbH

Handwerkstraße 1
D-84546 Egglkofen
Phone: +49 (0)8639.608-0
Fax : +49 (0)8639.608-51
Internet: www.streumaster.com
E-mail: info@streumaster.com
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documents.
 Contents

1 Introduction........................................................................................................ 1-1

1.1 General specifications .................................................................................................... 1-1

1.2 Use ................................................................................................................................ 1-1

1.2.1 Correct use .................................................................................................................... 1-1
1.2.2 Incorrect use .................................................................................................................. 1-2
2 Safety.................................................................................................................. 2-1

2.1 General risks associated with failure to heed safety instructions .................................... 2-1

2.2 Safety-conscious working............................................................................................... 2-1

2.2.1 Duties of user/operator................................................................................................... 2-2
2.2.2 Duties of the owner ........................................................................................................ 2-2
2.2.3 Personal safetymeasures, safety equipment .................................................................. 2-2
2.2.4 General safety instructions ............................................................................................. 2-3
3 Description......................................................................................................... 3-1

3.1 General specifications .................................................................................................... 3-1

3.1.1 Overall view ................................................................................................................... 3-1
3.2 Technical data................................................................................................................ 3-5
3.2.1 Rating plate.................................................................................................................... 3-5
3.2.2 Dimensions and weights ................................................................................................ 3-5
3.3 Technical description...................................................................................................... 3-7
3.3.1 Filling device .................................................................................................................. 3-7
3.3.2 Venting pipe ................................................................................................................... 3-8
3.3.3 Stop valve ...................................................................................................................... 3-9
3.3.4 Conveyor chain ............................................................................................................ 3-10
3.3.5 Spreading auger........................................................................................................... 3-13
3.3.6 "Roto Plus" system....................................................................................................... 3-15
3.3.7 Electrical system .......................................................................................................... 3-16
3.3.7.1 Control unit................................................................................................................... 3-17
3.3.7.2 Safety switches ............................................................................................................ 3-17
3.3.7.3 Level indicators ............................................................................................................ 3-18
3.3.8 Hydraulic system.......................................................................................................... 3-20
3.3.8.1 Hydraulic pump for units with power take-off shaft drive............................................... 3-20
3.3.8.2 Hydraulic pump for truck superstructures ..................................................................... 3-21
3.3.8.3 Variable pitch axial piston pump................................................................................... 3-22
3.3.8.4 Hydraulic oil tank.......................................................................................................... 3-23
3.3.8.5 Hydraulic valves ........................................................................................................... 3-24
3.3.9 Hydraulic system for units with a mounted motor ......................................................... 3-26
3.3.10 Fixing of container on chassis ...................................................................................... 3-28
3.3.11 Electronic weighing device ........................................................................................... 3-28
4 Operation............................................................................................................ 4-1

4.1 Initial commissioning ...................................................................................................... 4-1

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4.1.1 Initial commissioning of a TA model............................................................................... 4-1
4.1.2 Initial commissioning of an MA model ............................................................................ 4-2
4.1.3 Commissioning the spreading auger.............................................................................. 4-2
4.2 Operating the spreader .................................................................................................. 4-3
4.2.1 Tying the filter bag ......................................................................................................... 4-3
4.2.2 Filling the spreader ........................................................................................................ 4-3
4.2.3 General specifications for spreading .............................................................................. 4-4
4.2.4 Adjusting material dosing ............................................................................................... 4-5
4.2.4.1 Determining the driving speed ....................................................................................... 4-5
4.2.4.2 Determining the dosage................................................................................................. 4-5
4.2.4.3 Determining the theoretical spreading quantity in l/m².................................................... 4-6
4.2.4.4 Determining and configuring spreading pattern.............................................................. 4-7
4.2.4.5 Configuring dosing strips ............................................................................................... 4-7
4.2.4.6 Influence of spreading auger speed on spreading pattern.............................................. 4-8
4.2.4.7 Weighing check ............................................................................................................. 4-9
4.2.5 Establishing container pressure compensation/atmosphere......................................... 4-10
4.2.6 Malfunctions and errors, causes, remedies.................................................................. 4-10
4.2.6.1 Malfunctions and errors in the electrical system........................................................... 4-10
4.2.6.2 Malfunctions and errors in the hydraulic system........................................................... 4-12
5 Service, care and maintenance ........................................................................ 5-1

5.1 Maintenance and inspection intervals ............................................................................ 5-1

5.1.1 Daily work ...................................................................................................................... 5-1
5.1.2 Inspection and care work according to time ................................................................... 5-2
5.1.2.1 Daily inspection and care work ...................................................................................... 5-2
5.1.2.2 Monthly inspection and care work .................................................................................. 5-3
5.1.2.3 6-monthly inspection and care work............................................................................... 5-3
5.1.2.4 Annual inspection and care work ................................................................................... 5-4
5.2 Description of inspection and maintenance work ........................................................... 5-5
5.2.1 General safety specifications ......................................................................................... 5-5
5.2.2 Changing the hydraulic oil.............................................................................................. 5-6
5.2.3 Checking the condition and duration of use of hydraulic hose lines................................ 5-7
5.2.4 Checking conveyor chain tension................................................................................... 5-7
5.2.5 Tensioning the conveyor chain ...................................................................................... 5-8
5.2.6 Shortening the conveyor chain by one chain link ........................................................... 5-8
5.2.7 Checking the conveyor chain wear rails for wear, replacing ........................................... 5-9
5.2.8 Checking the conveyor chain tappets for wear............................................................... 5-9
5.2.9 Checking the conveyor chain return rails for wear, replacing ....................................... 5-10
5.2.10 Checking wear on the flexible gear rim on claw couplings ........................................... 5-11
5.2.11 Configuring the level indicator sensitivity...................................................................... 5-11
5.2.12 Checking the level indicator function............................................................................ 5-12
5.2.12.1 Checking the "Container empty" level indicator function .............................................. 5-12
5.2.12.2 Checking the "Container full" level indicator function.................................................... 5-12
5.2.12.3 Table for empirical values ............................................................................................ 5-13

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1 Introduction
1.1 General specifications
This operating manual describes the structure of unit types SW 10 TA/MA and SW 16
TA/MA.
Type description:
SW 10 TA – Streumaster
SW 10 TA – Wirtgen
SW 10 TA – Capacity in m³
SW 10 TA – Towed
SW 10 MA – Mobile
SW 10 TA – Auger (spreading worm with manual quantity adjustment)
1.2 Use
Streumaster spreaders are suitable for spreading materials in exactly dosed quantities for
each unit of area.
Spreaders are suitable for use in the following climatic zones:
Category Description Temperature Temperature Rel. humidity
(operational) (storage/transp.)
A1 extremely hot +32 °C to +49 °C +33 °C to +71 °C 8% to 3%
and dry
B2 damp and hot +26 °C to +35 °C +30 °C to +63 °C 100% to 74%
Thermal solar radiation up to 1000 W/m²
radiation:
Dust/Sand/ severe occurrence of dust and sand
Snow:
Operational no limitation
height:

1.2.1 Correct use

Streumaster spreaders are suitable for spreading materials in exactly dosed quantities for
each unit of area. The material should be in a powdery condition, e.g.:
– hydraulic cement conforming to DIN 1060
– lime powder conforming to DIN 1060
– hydrated lime conforming to DIN 1060
– eminently hydraulic lime conforming to DIN 1060
– other powdered soil stabilisation media used for soil improvement and stabilisation in
building mixtures.
WARNING
Spreading of newly-developed binding agents and soil stabilisation media not approved by
STREUMASTER requires our express permission. The guarantee is rendered null and void
in the event of non-compliance.

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1.2.2 Incorrect use
Streumaster spreaders are not suitable for spreading:
– granulate material
– loose chippings
– gravel
– liquids and semi-liquid materials
– pasty materials
– materials that do not aid soil improvement and stabilisation in building mixtures
– flammable or explosive material.

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2 Safety
2.1 General risks associated with failure to heed safety instructions
This operating manual provides important information on prerequisites for safe and
efficient working with the unit. The operating manual should be accessible to persons
operating this unit.
Read the operating manual carefully prior to commissioning and heed the instructions
therein.
Persons entrusted by the unit operator with operation, service and maintenance of the unit
must be familiar with the contents of the operating manual. All instructions must be
heeded, particularly safety instructions. It is recommended that the user company or
business have this confirmed in each case.
In addition to the operating manual, generally-valid legal and other regulations regarding
accident prevention and environmental protection in the respective country of use apply.
The following are explanations of symbols used in this operating manual. The
explanations of these symbols should be read carefully to ensure they are understood.
CAUTION
indicates working or operating procedures that should be adhered to exactly to rule out
any risk to persons.

WARNING
indicates working or operating procedures that should be adhered to exactly to avoid
damage to or the destruction of the unit.

NOTE
indicates technical requirements and important information which should be given
particular attention.
Other instructions Pictographs, instruction signs and markings applied directly to
the unit, e.g.
– rotation direction arrow
– markings on connection cables
– markings on fluid connections,
– safety signs, warning signs, etc.
must be heeded and maintained in a fully-legible condition.
2.2 Safety-conscious working
The unit should only be run and operated by trained and authorised personnel.
Responsibilities relating to the operation of the unit must be clear laid down and adhered
to ensure that there are no ambiguous areas of competence relating to safety.
Working instructions in the operating manual relating to operation, conversion,
maintenance and repair should be observed. This applies in particular to work on
electrical, pneumatic and hydraulic equipment, which should only be realised by skilled
personnel.

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2.2.1 Duties of user/operator
Operating and maintenance personnel should have read and understood the operating
manual.
The operator should be qualified to operate the unit correctly in accordance with the
instructions for use and after reading the operating manual.
It is particularly important that the operator should capable of identify risks associated with
use of the unit.
The operator should only use the unit in a flawless technical condition and with complete
protective and safety fittings.
The operator is responsible for other persons in the workplace.

2.2.2 Duties of the owner

The owner of the unit is obliged to provide the unit operator with the associated operating
manual. The owner is responsible for ensuring that the operator has read the operating
manual carefully and understood it. The operating manual should be accessible at all
times and kept by or transported with the unit.
CAUTION
The owner should compile operating instructions for handling lime and cement dust and
make these available to operating personnel. TRGS 555 (Technical Rules for Hazardous
Substances) provides recommendations on the contents and form. The sample operating
instructions "Use of white lime powder for soil mortar work" (Issue 7.1996) should also be
heeded.
The owner of the unit should ensure that unauthorised persons are prevented from using
the unit.
NOTE
The owner is generally obliged to monitor the health of his personnel through occupational
medical examinations.

2.2.3 Personal safetymeasures, safety equipment

The following personal safety equipment is required when working with the unit and
material (filling, spreading, cleaning):
– Eye protection – enclosed safety glasses (goggles), see also BGR 192
– Hand protection – safety gloves with long gauntlets made of waterproof material (e.g.
natural rubber, butyl rubber or Viton) that lie close to the wrists
– Skin protection – use greasy skin protection cream for all uncovered body parts
– Respiratory protection – in cases where limits are exceeded: wear at least an FFP 2
(filtering face piece) particle filtering mask. The rules in BGR 190 "Use of respiratory
equipment" should be observed when selecting and using respiratory equipment
– Protective clothing – it is recommended that a one-piece disposable protective overall
be worn which protects normal clothing from dust.
NOTE
Personal safety measures and safety equipment used abroad should comply with the laws
and regulations in force in the respective country. See respective safety data sheet for first
aid measures.

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2.2.4 General safety instructions
CAUTION
Accident prevention and occupational safety regulations of the responsible employer's
liability insurance association should be observed.
CAUTION
Service and maintenance work should only be realised by authorised skilled personnel.
Special hazards associated with, for example, work on electrical, hydraulic or pneumatic
systems should be heeded.
CAUTION
Pertinent accident prevention and safety regulations and specifications in the machine
documentation and additional documents should be observed.
CAUTION
When working on pneumatic units or elements, hydraulic units or elements, ensure that
these are relieved of pressure in advance to prevent injuries, explosions or fire hazards.
CAUTION
Damaged and removed instruction and warning signs and safety notices should be
replaced immediately.
CAUTION
All cleaning, maintenance and repair work should only be realised when the machine is
shut down and the hydraulic pump switched off. The vehicle should also be secured
against rolling. This can be realised with the parking brake and/or restraining shoes
(wedges).
CAUTION
Protective glasses should always be worn when working with the unit and material.
Special safety measures (e.g. use of personal safety equipment) should be taken if, when
opening closures and couplings, a risk of material emerging can be expected.
Always heed the safety data sheet for the respective material involved!

CAUTION
The manhole on top of the conveyor is used as a service hatch and should only be
opened by instructed skilled personnel for cleaning or repair purposes. Pressure should
be equalised with the atmosphere prior to each opening.
CAUTION
When working in the conveyor, a person or suitable signs should ensure that the vehicle
cannot be started as long as a person is in the conveyor.
CAUTION
All protective and safety equipment removed should be mounted correctly again and its
functionality checked on completion of maintenance work. Unilateral conversions or
modifications to the unit impair the safety of operating personnel and the unit and are
prohibited.
CAUTION
The removal or bypassing of protective and safety equipment is prohibited.
WARNING
Pressure relief valve settings should not be changed permanently. This may damage the
hydraulics.

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 WARNING
Spare parts should meet the technical requirements of Streumaster Maschinenbau
GmbH. Use only original spare parts.
CAUTION
No other persons should be on the vehicle outside the driver's cabin unit during driving
and spreading.
CAUTION
It is forbidden to remain in the hazard zones of vehicles, particularly between the tractor
vehicle and spreader (in the case of TA models) or in areas which are not visible to the
driver.
CAUTION
Ensure prior to spreading that no persons are present in the spreading zone. There is a
risk of injury caused by the material!
CAUTION
Spreading without dust protection or with the discharge chamber door open during
spreading itself is forbidden.
CAUTION
The material should only be spread on ground with a suitable load bearing capacity.
Check the load carrying capacity and collapse edges of terrace-like surfaces prior to
spreading.
NOTE
Where documentation from a supplier is mentioned in this operating manual, all safety
instructions in the aforementioned supplier documentation should be heeded in addition to
the safety instructions in this operating manual.
NOTE
The spreader documentation should be accessible to all installation, commissioning,
operating, maintenance and dismantling personnel for the entire duration of use.

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3 Description
NOTE
Illustrations used in this manual may differ from the actual appearance of the unit.

3.1 General specifications

The Streumaster consists of two main modules:
– the chassis and carrier vehicle
– the superstructure.
NOTE
The chassis and superstructure are available in different versions and with different
additional equipment. These are described in greater detail in the respective sections of
the manual.

3.1.1 Overall view

3-1 Front left-hand view

1 Drawbar ("Rockinger" version) 5 Left-hand side

compartment
2 Container 6 Venting pipe
3 Tail-end roller and conveyor chain tensioning 7 Chassis
device
4 Left-hand filling device 8 Service hatch chain
channel

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 3-2 Drawbar ("Hitch" version)

3-3 Rear right-hand view

1 Rear service hatch 7 Rating plate (on frame)

2 Attachment hooks for ladder 8 Spreading auger
3 Right-hand side compartment 9 Material filling shaft
4 Hydraulic lines 10 Dust protection
5 Right-hand filling device 11 Material discharge chamber
6 Hydraulic oil tank

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3-4 View from above

1 Service hatch for venting pipe 4 Manhole cover

2 "Container full" level indicator 5 Grid
3 Manhole cover safety switch

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 NOTE
As additional equipment, the sides of the container can be used as storage
compartments. This can be covered with an awning which can be opened and closed
without tools.

3-5 Storage compartment

1 Awning 3 Storage compartment

2 Running rail with rain protection 4 Awning closure

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3.2 Technical data

3.2.1 Rating plate

The rating plate is fixed to the front right-hand side of the frame. The factory number is
also embossed on the frame.

3-6 Rating plate

1 Manufacturer 6 Permissible tongue load

2 Type (unit type) 7 Permissible axial load
3 Factory number 8 Permissible overall weight
4 Year of construction 9 Empty weight
5 Container capacity in m³

3.2.2 Dimensions and weights

Dimensions and weights Type SW 10 Type SW 16
Overall length
• superstructure only 5000 mm * 6500 mm *
• compl. with chassis 6700 mm 8200 mm
Overall width
• superstructure only 2540 mm * 2540 mm *
• compl. with chassis and serial tyres 2700 mm 2700 mm
Height
• superstructure only 1800 mm * 2000 mm *
• compl. with chassis and serial tyres 3050 mm * 3250 mm *
Container capacity in m³ 10 m³ * 16 m³ *

* deviations are possible in special versions

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 Dimensions and weights Type SW 10 Type SW 16
Empty weight **
• superstructure only 3500 kg 4700 kg
• compl. with chassis and serial tyres 5000 kg 7400 kg
Permissible overall weight
• with HITCH/ROCKINGER drawbar 12000 kg 24000 kg
Permissible tongue load
• with HITCH drawbar 3000 kg 3000 kg
• with ROCKINGER drawbar 2000 kg
Permissible axial load
• with HITCH drawbar 9000 kg 21000 kg
• with ROCKINGER drawbar 10000 kg

** the empty weight can differ, depending on the equipment involved.

NOTE
Please refer to the registration book and vehicle registration documents for the carrier
vehicle for superstructure dimensions and weights.

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3.3 Technical description

3.3.1 Filling device

The spreader is equipped for pneumatic filling of the container with one filling device on
each container side.
1 Stop valve
2 Filling pipe
3 "Container full" indicator lamp
4 Venting valve
5 Connection coupling

3-7 Filling device

The venting valve (3-7 Filling device/3) is used to vent the filling hose prior to
uncoupling. This dissipates any residual pressure remaining in the filling hose. The
venting valve should be closed during the filling procedure.
WARNING
Filling with excessive pressure can damage the material.
The maximum container filling pressure should not exceed 1.0 bar.
There is a "Container full" indicator lamp (3-7 Filling device/5) on every filling device
which is controlled by the "Container full" (3-4/2) level indicator. Both indicator lamps
illuminate simultaneously if the "Container full" level indicator comes into contact with the
material.

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3.3.2 Venting pipe
The venting pipe is used to forcibly vent the container during a filling procedure and is
located at the left-hand rear on the container. The venting pipe terminates in the container
interior shortly below the upper part of the container in the vicinity of the service hatch
(3-4/1). The service hatch should be unscrewed for inspection and cleaning work.

3-8 Venting pipe

1 Securing flange 5 Gas pressure spring

2 Removable extension 6 Pressure relief valve
3 Spiral hose 7 Pressure relief valve lever
4 Venting filter connection (accessory) 8 Connection coupling for filter bag
A venting filter connection (3-8 /4) can be used instead of the spiral hose. A filter bag or
hose can be connected to this via the coupling (3-8 /8).
The pressure relief valve opens automatically as soon as the pressure in the container
becomes excessive. This can be caused by a blocked filter bag.
CAUTION
A large quantity of dust may emerge when the pressure relief valve opens automatically.
Ensure that no other persons are in the near vicinity.
Always wear safety equipment when filling the spreader.
The pressure relief valve should be opened daily by hand after spreading is completed to
ensure that no materials lump form in the venting pipe which could block the pipe. The
functionality and ease of movement of the pressure relief valve is simultaneously tested.
The closing force of the pressure relief valve can be changed by altering the gas pressure
spring on the hand lever. The largest closing force is achieved if the gas pressure spring
(as illustrated in Fig. 3-8 ) is secured in the outermost hole.

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3.3.3 Stop valve
The stop valve (93-10 /2) is located in the discharge chamber above the conveyor
chain. It is used to close the container during the filling procedure to prevent the material
flowing out. The stop valve is opened and closed with a hydraulic cylinder (93-10 /1).
The stop valve should be half open (15 cm) or completely open (30 cm) during spreading.
The desired opening position is selected with a toggle switch (3-21/2) on the electrical
switch cabinet. The position of the stop valve is monitored by proximity switches (93-10
/5 6 and 7) and indicated on the control unit in the driver's cabin.
NOTE
The control unit only indicates whether the stop valve is open of closed. No differentiation
is made between the positions "Stop valve open 15 cm" and "Stop valve open 30 cm".
1 Hydraulic cylinder
2 Stop valve
3 Lubricating nipple on joint eye
4 Rubber apron
5 "Stop valve closed" proximity switch
6 "Stop valve open 15 cm" proximity
switch
7 "Stop valve open 30 cm" proximity
switch

9
3-10 Stop valve

The spreading device (conveyor chain and spreading auger) can only be activated if the
stop valve has reached the "Stop valve open" proximity switch. The spreading auger is
automatically switched off as soon as the proximity switch is left.
The proximity switches should be checked and adjusted or replaced if necessary if the
positions of the stop valve are not indicated on the control unit. The switching distance of
proximity switches is 2-8 mm.
The rubber aprons (93-10 /4) should be renewed if excessive wear is detected.
NOTE
It is recommended that the stop valve be generally half opened (15 cm) while working,
particularly where material with good flow characteristics is involved. The stop valve
should be opened to 30 cm where extremely high spreading quantities or maintenance
work is involved.

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3.3.4 Conveyor chain
The conveyor chain conveys the material into the discharge chamber at the rear of the
container and from there to the filling shaft. The material flow can be controlled with the
continuously-adjustable conveying speed.
1 Conveyor chain
2 Conveyor rails (welded to the conveyor
chain)
3 Chain sprocket with drive shaft
4 Return rails
5 Filling shaft
6 Wear rails

3-11 Chain channel with conveyor chain

The conveyor chain is practically maintenance-free and only requires inspection of the
chain tension.
The conveyor rails on the conveyor chain run on two stainless steel wear rails (3-11/6)
with a thickness of 10 mm. The wear rails, which always consist of two elements, should
be inspected regularly to ensure that their condition and level of wear is acceptable and
renewed at the latest when they have a residual thickness of 5 mm (measured at the
thinnest point).
The return rails (3-11/4) on which the conveyor chain runs in the lower section of the chain
channel are made of flat steel with a thickness of 15 mm. The return rails should be
inspected regularly to ensure that their condition and level of wear is acceptable and
renewed at the latest when they have a residual thickness of 10 mm (measured at the
thinnest point).
NOTE
The return rails are located in the lower part of the chain channel.

There is a relief roof in all containers located above the conveyor chain and fixed with
chains to the container reinforcing elements. It prevents the full weight of the material
resting on the conveyor chain.
1 Relief roof
2 Retaining chain
3 Conveyor chain

3-12 Relief roof

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The drive shaft is powered by a left and right-hand hydraulic motor (3-13/2). An claw
coupling (3-13/1) serves as a connection element between the motor and drive shaft. The
flexible coupling gear rim should be checked at regular intervals to check its condition and
level of wear.
1 HRC claw coupling
2 Hydraulic motor
3 Drive shaft bearing lubrication device

3
-13 Conveyor chain drive

The lubricating device (3-13/3) has been extended at the edge of the side compartment
with a hose and lubricating nipple to improve accessibility (see illustration 3-15/2).
The space around the tail-end roller (3-14/1) should be inspected regularly for lumps and
solidified binding agent and cleaned if necessary.
Powdered material also penetrates the conveyor chain links which become stiffer over
time as a result. In order to maintain the flexibility of the conveyor chain, it should be
activated daily with an empty container for at least 10 minutes. This measure also empties
the lower part of the chain channel (3-14/2) of material which has penetrated here during
spreading.
WARNING
Extreme stiffness or even blockage of the conveyor chain may result if the lower section of
the chain channel is filled to heavily with material.

3-14 Tail-end roller and lower section of chain channel

1 Chain redirection 2 Chain channel in the vicinity of the

chain redirection

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 3-15 Lubricating points

1 Lubricating nipple for deflection roller 2 Lubricating nipple for drive shaft
bearing bearing

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3.3.5 Spreading auger
The material travels through the filling shaft (3-16 /2) into the spreading auger (3-16
/1) which divides the material to the left and right and spreads it on the ground through
the discharge slots on the underside of the auger pipe.

3-16 Spreading auger

1 Spreading auger 4 Tension closure for dust protection

2 Filling shaft 5 Dust protection
3 Spreading auger hydraulic drive 6 Adjusting device for dosing strip
There is an adjusting device for the dosing strip on each side with which the discharge
slots opening dimensions can be adjusted.
The discharge slots opening dimensions and spreading auger speed are both decisive if
an effective spreading pattern is to be achieved, i.e. exact transverse distribution of
material on the ground over the entire spreading auger width. The speed of the conveyor
chain is decisive for the spreading quantity.
The discharge slots opening dimensions should become larger in an axial direction (from
inside to outside in each case) in accordance with a defined ratio. The ratio in the basic
position is 1 : 1.4. The discharge slots opening dimensions can be read on the adjusting
device scale.
A slight change in this ratio may be necessary, depending on the material involved.
The spreading auger speed and the speed of the conveyor chain can be adjusted on the
respective flow control valve (SRV).
Please refer to the chapter "Operation" for more detailed information on determining an
exact dosing.

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 WARNING
Obstacles in the spreading augers can lead to damage.
The filling shaft and spreading auger should be checked daily. Solid material, stones or
other obstacles should be removed if necessary.
In the event of large lumps or a stone blocking the spreading auger, these can be rotated
on the hexagon (3-17/1) in an anticlockwise direction and the lumps or stone removed
via the filling shaft.
CAUTION
Switch off the hydraulic pump before removing obstacles.

Direction of rotation of spreading auger during spreading clockwise

1 Hexagon A/F 32

3-17 Axle end on left side

A separate plate should be inserted between the filling shaft and spreading auger pipe for
single-sided spreading (on left or right side only). The separating plate is stored in the left-
hand side compartment together with the tray for weighing checks.
1 Separation plate

3-18 Separation plate

NOTE
The conveyor chain speed should be halved for single-sided spreading to achieve the
same spreading quantity in kg/m².

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3.3.6 "Roto Plus" system
"Roto Plus" is the designation for a dosing channel (3-19/1) installed instead of the filling
shaft (3-16 /2). The dosing channel is powered by a hydraulic motor whose speed is
proportional to the speed of the conveyor chain hydraulic motor.
"Roto Plus" is used if binding agent with
good flow characteristics is to be spread.
In the case of binding agent with good flow
characteristics, more binding agent flows
unregulated into the filling shaft and,
consequently, into the spreading auger after
the stop valve is opened than is conveyed
by the conveyor chain.
The binding agent is regulated and fed in
controlled dosages to the spreading auger
through the use of "Roto Plus".

3-19 "Roto Plus" system

3-20 Function chart "Roto Plus"

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3.3.7 Electrical system
The electrical system consists of the following components (depending on the carrier or
tractor vehicle involved):
– The switch cabinet for the machine wiring (3-21/1)
– The distributor box (3-21/3) for the chassis lighting features (TA only)
– All safety switches, level indicators and proximity switches
– The complete wiring
– A 2-pole connection cable for the 12/24 V power supply to the switch cabinet (3-21/1)
– A 7-pole connection cable for the power supply to the distributor box (3-21/3)
– The complete control unit with cable and plug (3-23 Control unit)
– A 12-pole connection cable (switch cabinet - control unit)

3-21 Electrical elements in left-hand side compartment

1 Switch cabinet machine wiring 4 Main fuse 10 A

2 Toggle switch for stop valve 5-8 Relay K1 to K4
opening setting
3 Distributor box for the chassis 9 Terminal strip
lighting features

NOTE
Please refer to the respective electrical circuit diagram for further information on wiring of
the lighting system and switch cabinet.

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 The sockets for the connection cables are located on the front of the chassis frame.
1 7-pole socket (power supply to chassis
distributor box)
2 13-pole socket (control unit connection)
3 2-pole socket (12/24 V power supply to
switch cabinet)

3
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3.3.7.1 Control unit

The most important control and operation functions can be realised on the control unit
integrated in the driver's cabin.
1 "System ON-OFF" rotary switch
illuminates if the control is activated
2 "Open slider" illuminated button lights
up if the stop valve has reached the
"Open slider" proximity switch
3 "Tank full" indicator lamp
4 "Spreading unit ON-OFF" rotary switch
illuminates if the spreading auger is
activated
5 "Close slider" illuminated button lights
up if the stop valve has reached the
"Close slider" proximity switch

3
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3.3.7.2 Safety switches

The safety switch deactivates the spreading auger and the stop valve movement as soon
as the door to the discharge chamber or manhole cover is opened.
1 Safety switch on the discharge chamber
door
2 Safety switch on the manhole cover

3-24 Safety switches

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 The control lamp on the "Spreading unit ON-OFF" rotary switch (3-23 Control unit/4)
if a safety switch is triggered.
CAUTION
Switch off the spreading auger with the rotary switch (3-23 Control unit/4) before
checking the safety switch. This ensures that the spreading auger will not activate if the
door or manhole cover is closed and no dust is generated by an activated spreading
auger.

3.3.7.3 Level indicators

The spreader equipped with two level indicators located in the interior of the material
container.

3-25 Level indicators

1 "Container full" level indicator

2 Stop valve
3 "Container empty" level indicator
The level indicators react to contact with the material.
The "Container full" level indicator (3-25 /1) is located on top of the material
container. On making contact with the material, it interrupts an electric circuit which, in
turn, activates the "Container full" indicator lamp (3-7 Filling device/3) on both filling
devices.
The "Container empty" level indicator (3-25 /3) is located upstream of the stop valve. In
the absence of material, it makes an electric circuit which, in turn, activates the "Container
empty" indicator lamp (3-23 Control unit/3) on the control unit.
WARNING
The function of the indicator lamps on the filling devices and on the control unit is not
monitored. This can lead to overfilling of the material container.
The function of the indicator lamps should be checked at regular intervals, see Section
5.2.12.

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The level indicators are equipped with break
switches, i.e. they channel power through as
long as the level indicator is "free" (not in
contact with material). This is indicated by
the illumination of the red light ring (3-26
/1).

3-26 Level indicators

The switching point (switching sensitivity) of a level indicator can be adjusted to adapt it to
the material (see Operation).
The switching point is set at a basic level when the spreader is delivered.
The level indicators have a Teflon coating to prevent adherence of the material.
WARNING
Damage to the Teflon coating can lead to an increased risk of dirt and even malfunctions.
Do not use any sharp objects when removing dirt.

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3.3.8 Hydraulic system
The hydraulic system consists of the following main components:
– A hydraulic pump
– A hydraulic oil tank
– Two hydraulic motors for driving the conveyor chain
– A hydraulic motor to power the spreading auger
– A hydraulic block
– Hydraulic hoses and pipelines
– A hydraulic motor for the "Roto Plus" dosing channel (option).

3.3.8.1 Hydraulic pump for units with power take-off shaft drive

3-27 Hydraulic pump with transmission gears

1 Suction line connection 5 Oil drainage screw

2 Pressure line connection 6 Inspection glass for oil level
3 Oil filling aperture (transmission gears) 7 Hydraulic pump
4 Transmission gears
The hydraulic pump is powered by the tractor vehicle via a pto and cardan shaft and
transmission gears. The required pto shaft speed is 1000 1/min.
The hydraulic pump is practically maintenance free.
The oil level in the transmission gears should be checked regularly. The gear oil should be
visible in the inspection glass.

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3.3.8.2 Hydraulic pump for truck superstructures
The hydraulic pump is a maintenance-free fixed displacement axial piston pump. The size
of the pump (flow/revolution) is determined in relation to the speed of the auxiliary drive
and the pump drive shaft.
1 Hydraulic pump
2 Oil flow control valve
3 Adjusting screw

3-28 Fixed displacement

An oil flow control valve is fitted upstream if necessary to convey surplus oil back to the
tank in the event of an excessive oil flow.
The oil flow control valve is set by the manufacturer to suit the respective spreader vehicle
and should not be changed without consulting Streumaster.
CAUTION
Modifications to the oil flow control valve realised without the permission of Streumaster
can lead to damage to the hydraulics. No claims relating to mechanical and hydraulic
components made under the guarantee will be entertained.

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3.3.8.3 Variable pitch axial piston pump
Some units are equipped with a maintenance-free variable pitch axial piston pump with
load sensing control.
1 Differential pressure adjusting screw
2 Pressure limitation adjusting screw

3-29 Variable pitch pump

The pressure limitation is the maximum hydraulic pressure provided by the pump. It is set
at 250 bar by the manufacturer and should not be changed.
The differential pressure determines the maximum flow of the hydraulic oil.
The differential pressure is set by the manufacturer to suit the respective spreader vehicle
and should not be changed without consulting Streumaster.
CAUTION
Modifications to the hydraulic pump realised without the permission of Streumaster can
lead to damage to the hydraulics. No claims relating to mechanical and hydraulic
components made under the guarantee will be entertained.

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3.3.8.4 Hydraulic oil tank
The hydraulic oil tank is usually located at the front on the right-hand side of the vehicle.

3-30 Hydraulic oil tank

1 Recirculation line 5 Hydraulic oil tank

2 Oil level indicator 6 Suction line (to hydraulic pump)
3 Recirculating filter with filter insert 7 Pressure line (to pressure gauge)
4 Filling spout with vent 8 Drainage screw
The oil level in the hydraulic oil tank should be checked daily, and the tank should be
topped up with hydraulic oil if necessary. The inspection glass on the oil level indicator
should be 3/4 full when filling anew or in the case of an oil change. This is equivalent to a
filling volume of approx. 100 litres.
A multigrade hydraulic oil with HVLP 68 quality conforming to DIN 51524/3 (HVLP) should
be used.
WARNING
Mixing different hydraulic oils can lead to malfunctions and damage to the hydraulics, and
Streumaster will assume no liability for such. However, the unit operator‘s oil supplier can
examine the miscibility of different oils and give the unit operator special guarantee cover
in this respect.

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3.3.8.5 Hydraulic valves
All hydraulic valves required to operate the spreader are integrated in a hydraulic block
mounted in the right-hand side compartment.

3-31 Hydraulic block (type Bucher)

1 Pressure relief valve conveyor chain

(approx. 180 bar)
2 Hydraulic block
3 Flow control valve for conveyor chain
(SRV 2)
4 Solenoid valve for spreading auger
(ON/OFF)
5 Flow control valve for spreading auger
(SRV 1)
6 Solenoid valve pressure increase for
actuating the stop valve
7 Double solenoid valve for stop valve
8 Pressure relief valve for stop valve
(approx. 100 bar)
9 Pressure relief valve for entire system
(approx. 230 bar)
10 Pressure gauge for conveyor chain
drive hydraulic pressure
11 Hydraulic motor for conveyor chain drive
3-32 Hydraulic block (type Flutec)

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The speed of the hydraulic motors and conveyor chain can be continually adjusted with
the flow control valve (3-31/3).
The speed of the hydraulic motor on the spreading auger can be continually adjusted with
the flow control valve (3-31/5).
The hydraulic pressure on the pressure gauge (3-31/10) should not exceed 150 bar during
normal operation. The conveyor chain and spreading auger are activated and deactivated
together via the solenoid valve (3-31/4).
1 Pressure gauge for hydraulic pressure
(system pressure)

3-33 Pressure gauge for system

pressure

The system pressure should not exceed 180 bar during continual operation. The hydraulic
system and mechanical components (conveyor chain, spreading auger) should be
checked if the system pressure is continually too high.

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3.3.9 Hydraulic system for units with a mounted motor

3-34 Hydraulic pump with hydraulic oil tank

1 Hydraulic oil tank 5 Recirculation line

2 Recirculating filter with filter insert 6 Diesel motor
3 Filling spout with vent 7 Hydraulic pump
4 Oil level indicator
The hydraulic system for spreaders with a mounted motor functions in the same manner
as that of spreaders with a power take-off shaft drive.
The hydraulic pump (3-34/7) is flange mounted directly on the drive motor without an
intermediate gearbox. The drive motor runs in idle mode after the start and then
accelerates automatically when the spreading auger is activated.
The oil level in the hydraulic oil tank should be checked daily, and the tank should be
topped up with hydraulic oil if necessary. The inspection glass on the oil level indicator
should be 3/4 full when filling anew or in the case of an oil change. This is equivalent to a
filling volume of approx. 100 litres.
A multigrade hydraulic oil with HVLP 68 quality conforming to DIN 51524/3 (HVLP) should
be used.
WARNING
Mixing different hydraulic oils can lead to malfunctions and damage to the hydraulics, and
Streumaster will assume no liability for such. However, the unit operator‘s oil supplier can
examine the miscibility of different oils and give the unit operator special guarantee cover
in this respect.

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The hydraulic oil tank, mounted motor with hydraulic pump, starter battery and fuel tank
for the mounted motor are located at the front of the spreader.

3-35 Mounted motor

1 Hydraulic oil tank 3 Starter battery (maintenance-free)

2 Diesel motor 4 Fuel tank for the mounted motor

NOTE
Please refer to the documentation supplied by the motor manufacturer for further
information on the mounted motor, its operation and maintenance.

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3.3.10 Fixing of container on chassis
4 adapters (3-36/1) at different positions are used to screw the container to the chassis
frame (3-36/3).

3-36 Fixing of container

1 Adapter 3 Chassis frame

2 Fixing bracket on container 4 Load cell

3.3.11 Electronic weighing device

In place of adapters (3-36/1), the container can be screwed to the chassis
frame/intermediate frame with 4 load cells (3-36/4), these then forming part of the
electronic weighing device.
The electronic weighing device (available as additional accessory) is used to weigh the
actual container contents. The weight of the complete spreader superstructure is recorded
during this via four load cells. These transmit an electrical signal which is evaluated by a
measuring instrument and illustrated as a numerical value.

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4 Operation
CAUTION
The spreader should only be used and operated in a manner that ensures that its
stability is maintained. Stability can be impaired by overloading, soft ground, sudden
acceleration or delay of driving movements or working on an incline.
CAUTION
Spreaders should be kept far enough away from the edges of quarries, pits, tips and
embankments to avoid any risk of them falling in. The customer or his authorised agents
should determine the required distance from the edge of the above on the basis of the
load carrying capacity of the ground. Required distances are specified in DIN 4124
"Excavations and trenches - Slopes, planking and strutting, breadths of working spaces"
(Section 7.2.1).
4.1 Initial commissioning

4.1.1 Initial commissioning of a TA model

WARNING
Check prior to initial commissioning whether the trailer is designed to support the
permissible overall weight of the spreader (see Technical Data).
Please refer to the tractor vehicle operating manual for directions on coupling and
uncoupling the spreader.
CAUTION
It is forbidden for persons to be in the area between the spreader and tractor vehicle
when coupling the spreader.
1. Activate the parking brake on the tractor vehicle.
2. The cardan shaft supplied should be suitably shortened or lengthened to suit the
tractor vehicle (please refer to the instruction manual provided by the manufacturer).
3. Attach the cardan shaft to the spline shaft on the tractor vehicle and the hydraulic
pump transmission gears.
CAUTION
Cardan shafts without safety features can cause injuries. Cardan shaft safety features
should not be removed. You should only work with a completely secure drive system. The
protective tube and bowl should be fitted at all times and undamaged and provide
protective cover in all operating positions.
4. Establish electrical connections (2-pole and 7-pole connection). A 2-pole cable for
direct connection to the tractor vehicle battery is provided. If there is a suitable socket
on the tractor vehicle with a continuous rating of 10 A, this can be used.
5. Connect the brake leads.
6. Connect the contact-breaking cable (if available).
7. In the case of a pneumatic brake system, the spreader compressed air tank should
be filled via the tractor vehicle.
8. Mount the control unit in the driver's cabin and connect to the control via the 13-pole
plug.
CAUTION
Do not reach with hands into the swivel socket when pivoting the support foot upwards
or downwards, and keep out of the support foot pivoting range.

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 9. Move in the spreader support foot hydraulically, flip upwards and secure (see chassis
operating manual).
10. Release the spreader parking brake.
11. Start up the tractor/trailer combination and test the brakes a few times.

4.1.2 Initial commissioning of an MA model

MA models are delivered as turnkey units.

4.1.3 Commissioning the spreading auger

The function of the spreading device and stop valve should be checked while the material
container is empty during initial commissioning. Allow the spreading auger to run for a few
minutes for this purpose.
NOTE
Check the oil level in the hydraulic oil tank prior to commissioning the hydraulic system.

12. Open flow control valves SRV1 and

SRV2 (position both valves at 4).
13. Activate the control unit with the rotary
switch 4-1 Control unit/1). The red
indicator lamp on the rotary switch and
the "Container empty" indicator lamp
(4-1 Control unit/3) should illuminate,
but the green control lamp on the rotary
switch (4-1 Control unit/4) should not
light up.
14. Activate the hydraulic pump.
15. Press the illuminated button (4-1
Control unit/2). The stop valve
moves up. The button illuminates when
the topmost position is reached.

4-1 Control unit

16. Activate the spreading auger with the rotary switch 4-1 Control unit/4). The green
control lamp should illuminate. The conveyor chain and spreading auger should run.
17. Check the hydraulic oil pressure for the conveyor chain motors and system pressure
on the respective pressure gauges. The hydraulic oil pressure for the conveyor chain
motors should not be greater than 10 bar and the system pressure not exceed 60 bar
approximately if everything is functioning correctly and the hydraulic oil is warm.
18. Press the illuminated button (4-1 Control unit/5). The stop valve is closed.
19. Deactivate and spreading auger and hydraulic pump.

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4.2 Operating the spreader
CAUTION
Operation of the spreader by unauthorised personnel can lead to injury and material
damage.
The spreader should only be controlled and operated by instructed personnel using
personal safety equipment.
Discharging of material should be stopped if wind conditions are too severe (exceeding of
air limit value).
Discharged material should not be left lying unnecessarily long on the ground without
processing it.
Caution in case of rain - caustic hazard increases. Use personal safety equipment.
Caution in case of rain and damp – increased risk of slipping and falling on steps, etc.
It is forbidden to leave the driver‘s cabin during a thunderstorm.

4.2.1 Tying the filter bag

The filter bag (available as an accessory) should be tied properly to avoid unintentional
opening during the filling procedure.

4-2 Filter bag

1. Spread out the filter bag on the ground (4-2/1).

2. Fold the filter bag from both sides into the middle and tie together firmly with the
strings (4-2/2).
3. Fold the end into the middle to the tying position (4-2/3) and tie together firmly with
the strings (4-2/4).

4.2.2 Filling the spreader

NOTE
Ensure before filling that the control unit is activated and the stop valve closed. The
illuminated button (4-1 Control unit/5) should light up. It is imperative to ensure that the
venting pipe is not blocked. If a filter bag is connected it should not be too dirty.
1. Unscrew the blank cover (4-3 Filling device/5) and connect the filling hose.
2. Close the aeration valve (4-3 Filling device/4) (hand lever positioned
transversely to flow direction).

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 3. Open the valve (4-3 Filling device/2)
until the direction indicator (4-3
Filling device/3) points in the flow
direction.
4. Commence filling of the container and
monitor the "Container full" indicator
lamp (4-3 Filling device/1). End filling
immediately if the indicator lamp (4-3
Filling device/1) illuminates.
5. Close the valve (4-3 Filling device/2)
until the direction indicator (4-3
Filling device/3) points
transversely to the flow direction.
6. Open the aeration valve (4-3
Filling device/4) to relieve
pressure on the filling hose coupling.

4-3 Filling device

7. Disconnect the filling hose and close the coupling with the blank cover.
8. Close the aeration valve (4-3 Filling device/4).
9. Deactivate the control unit with the rotary switch (4-1 Control unit/1) if a long
period of time passes before spreading.
CAUTION
Unadapted braking action caused by incorrect adjustment of the braking force controller
can lead to damage and accidents.
In the case of chassis with pneumatic brakes, the braking force controller should be set to
suit the load, see operating manual for chassis.

4.2.3 General specifications for spreading

The stop valve should be closed when travelling to the spreading location to prevent
material shifting and emerging.
The operating sequence during spreading should be as follows:
1. Activate the control unit. The green control lamp on the rotary switch (4-1
Control unit/4) "Spreading unit on" should not light up.
2. Activate the hydraulic pump.
3. Open the stop valve.
4. The spreading auger should only be activated if the stop valve is in the end position.
5. Spread.
6. Deactivate the spreading auger.
7. Close the stop valve.
8. Deactivate the hydraulic pump in the event of longer shunting.
9. Deactivate the control unit and hydraulic pump.

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4.2.4 Adjusting material dosing
The following settings and value should be determined to enable exact dosing of the
material per unit of area and the achievement of an optimum spreading pattern.

4.2.4.1 Determining the driving speed

It is absolutely imperative that the driving speed be determined, as the "tractormeters"
used on the tractor vehicle cannot take influences such as slippage, worn tyres, etc. into
consideration.
A track of 100 m should be marked for this purpose and traversed at a constant speed.
The travelling time required is recorded on a stop watch and documented.
Checking the driving speed

m (test distance) x 3600 sec./h

= driving speed in km/h
sec. (test distance) x 1000 m/km

m (test distance) x 3600 sec./h

= sec. for test distance
km/h (driving speed) x 1000 m/km

Example: test distance = 100 m

time recorded on stop watch for 100 m = 103 sec.
distance
100 x 3600
= 3.50 km/h
103 x 1000
100 x 3600
= 103 sec.
3.50 x 1000

4.2.4.2 Determining the dosage

The exact bulk weight of the material should be determined for efficient and adequately
accurate dosing of the material and to maximise the spreading precision, because the
spreader dosing device works volumetrically and bulk weights of material can vary
significantly.
1 litre of the material is weighed exactly for this purpose, and the desired spreading
quantity is calculated in l/m² with the following formula:
Spreading quantity in kg/m²
= spreading quantity in l/m²
Bulk weight in kg/litre
Example:
Desired spreading quantity 15 kg/m2 15
= 12.5 l/m²
Determined bulk weight 1.2 kg/litre 1.2

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4.2.4.3 Determining the theoretical spreading quantity in l/m²
Conveyor channel width 950 mm
Working width 2.50 m
pto shaft speed 1000 1/min.
Opening width of stop valve 150 mm

Setting value on the flow Driving speed in km/h

control valve scale 1,0 1,5 2,0 2,5 3,0 3,5 4,0

Bucher Hydac

SRV 2 SRV 1 SRV 2 SRV 1 Spreading quantity in l/m²

1,0 1,0 2 1,75 1,5 1,25 1 0,75 0,5

1,5 9-10 2,0 16-18 5,5 4,5 3,5 3 2,5 2 1,5

2,0 3,0 14 12 9,5 8 7 6 5

2,5 4,0 19 16 12,5 11 9,5 8 6,5

3,0 5,0 23 19 15 13 11,5 9,5 7,5

8-9 14-16
3,5 6,0 28 23 18,5 16 14 12,5 9

4,0 7,0 32 27 21,5 19 16 13,5 11

4,5 8,0 36 30 24 21 18 15 12

5,0 9,0 39 33 26 23 19,5 16 13

7-8 12-14
5,5 10,0 42 35 28 24,5 21 17,5 14

6,0 11,0 46 38 30,5 26,5 23 19 15

6,5 12,0 49 41 32,5 28,5 24,5 20,5 16

7,0 13,0 52 43,5 35 30,5 26 21,5 17

6-7 10-12
7,5 14,0 55 45,5 36,5 31,5 27,5 23 18

8,0 15,0 57 47 38 33 28,5 24 19

8,5 16,0 60 48,5 40 34,5 30 25 20

9,0 17,0 62 50 42 36 31 26 21
5-6 8-10
9,5 18,0 65 52 44 38 32 27 22

10,0 19,0 68 54 46 40 33 28 23

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 Table values (spreading quantity in l/m²) should be doubled if work is realised with a stop
valve opening width of 300 mm.
Table values (spreading quantity in l/m²) should also be doubled if spreading with only
half the opening width.
As theoretical values are involved here, several weighing checks should be carried and
the setting corrected if necessary, see Section 4.2.4.7.

4.2.4.4 Determining and configuring spreading pattern

A good spreading pattern (i.e. the maintenance of an exact transverse distribution of the
above-mentioned quantity of material discharged over the configured width) is achieved
by adjusting the dosing strip on the spreading tube and adapting the spreading auger
speed.
The opening dimensions of the discharge slots on the spreading tubes should become
larger in an axial direction (from inside to outside in each case) in accordance with a
defined ratio.
This ratio is: approx. 1 : 1.4
The basic setting of the spreading slot opening ratio on delivery, based on
the size of the inner discharge slots directly under the funnel (50 mm) is 1 : 1,4
Setting of inner discharge slots directly under the funnel = 50 mm
Setting of outer discharge slots at the end of the spreading tube equivalent to = 70 mm
ratio 1 : 1.4 (50 x 1.4)
The exact ratio depends on the material and should be determined through weighing
checks.
NOTE
The size of the inner discharge slots directly under the funnel depends on the physical
properties of the material and the spreading quantity per m² to be discharged. See also
the table with some empirical values. However, the inner discharge slots should not be set
smaller than 20 mm.

4.2.4.5 Configuring dosing strips

The dosing strip adjusting range is 0-80 mm.
1. Release the quick-action closures
(4-4/1 and 3), set the calculated values
on the two scales (4-4/2) and tighten
the quick-action closures again.

4-4 Adjusting device for dosing strips

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 4-5 Discharge slots (view from below)

The following basic principle should be adhered to when configuring the dosing strips:
• The lower the conveyor chain speed (SRV 2), the higher the spreading auger velocity
(SRV 1) and the smaller the opening width of the discharge slots.
The following can be taken as a reference value for the ratio between the conveyor chain
speed and the opening width of the discharge slots:
• SRV 2 less than 4 Inner discharge slots 20-40 mm
• SRV 2 greater than 4 Inner discharge slots 40-60 mm
The exact setting values should be determined under practical conditions and depend on
a variety of factors. For example, warm cement (40-50 °C) flows stronger than cold
cement (10-15 °C). Cement containing a lot of air also flows stronger than cement with
less air.
NOTE
It is recommended that spreading only be commenced approx. 10 minutes after filling with
cement. The air will have time to escape from the cement during this period.

4.2.4.6 Influence of spreading auger speed on spreading pattern

If the auger is not spreading completely to the outside, the spreading auger speed should
be increased on the flow control valve (SRV 1) until the material is uniformly distributed
across the working width.
If there is too much material lying on the left and right edges, the spreading auger speed
should be decreased on the flow control valve (SRV 1) until the material is uniformly
distributed across the working width.
If the spreading quantity (kg/m²) also alters as a result of adjustments to the spreading
pattern, the conveyor chain speed should be changed slightly parallel to the spreading
auger speed.
Example of a basic setting for the weighing check:
• Driving speed 3.5 km/h
• Desired spreading quantity 12.5 l/m²
• Stop valve 150 mm
• Spreading width 2.5 m

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 The setting value for the conveyor chain speed (SRV 2) is determined from the table
"Theoretical spreading quantity". It should be configured accordingly on the basis of this
reference value for the ratio between the conveyor chain speed and opening width of the
discharge slots. The following values are obtained:
• SRV 2 = 3.5
• Inner discharge slots = 40 mm (as SRV 2 is less than 4)
• Outer discharge slots = 56 mm (from ratio 1 : 1.4)
• SRV 1 = 6 (empirical value)

4.2.4.7 Weighing check

The weighing scale plate provided is set up in the middle of the area to be traversed to
check spreading values by conducting a weighing check. The weighing scale plate is then
spread with material by the activated spreading auger. A certain amount of material is
introduced to the weighing scale plate during this. Ensure that none of the material is
dragged out of the weighing scale plate by the dust protection and that the weighing scale
plate is not dragged along by the rear dust protection. The weight of this material quantity
is determined with a weighing scale.
NOTE
The weighing scale plate should be set up as depicted in the following drawing. In order to
obtain a correct result, a minimum of 3 measurements should be conducted, from which
the average is then calculated.
The area of the weighing scale plate is
0.25 m². This means that the net weight multiplied
by the factor 4 gives the numerical value of the
discharged spreading material quantity in kg/m².
The set values should be corrected, depending on
the result of this inspection, the quantity values
being adjusted through alteration of the conveying
chain speed or adaptation of the driving speed,
and the spreading pattern altered through
correction of the discharge slot widths or TA_029

spreading auger speed.

4-6 Weighing scale plate in
direction of travel

If the preparatory work is realised correctly as described, modifications should only be

minimal. If the result of the weighing check corresponds to the desired spreading quantity,
all the values can be entered in the "Table of empirical values" (Section 5.2.12.3). These
values can then be referenced if the same material and spreading quantity are used at a
later date.
If greater deviations from the desired spreading quantity are detected which require a
greater change in conveyor chain speed, the spreading pattern should also be examined
subsequently and corrected if necessary. A renewed weighing check is recommended.

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4.2.5 Establishing container pressure compensation/atmosphere
1. Loosen the cap nuts (4-7 Manhole
cover/1) far enough (do not unscrew) to
permit slight raising of the cover. This
establishes pressure compensation.

4-7 Manhole cover

4.2.6 Malfunctions and errors, causes, remedies

NOTE
The primary objective is to find the cause so that the error does not occur again.
Customer Service should be contacted or the spreader handed over to a specialist
workshop if the actions described here do not achieve any or only limited success.

4.2.6.1 Malfunctions and errors in the electrical system

Malfunction, error
Control unit cannot be
switched on
Cause Remedy
Connection to 13-pole socket not Establish connection to 13-
established pole socket
Switch cabinet for machine wiring Establish power supply via the
without power supply 2-pole socket

Fuses in tractor vehicle defective Check fuses in tractor vehicle,

replace if necessary
10 A fuse in switch cabinet for Change fuse
machine wiring defective

Cable (control lead) or connector on Check cable/connector on the

control unit defective control unit, change if
necessary

Cable tree between 2-pole socket Check cable tree, replace if

and switch cabinet for machine necessary
wiring defective
Cable tree between 13-pole socket Check cable tree, replace if
and switch cabinet for machine necessary
wiring defective
Rotary switch "System ON-OFF" on Change rotary switch "System
the control unit is defective ON-OFF"

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 Malfunction, error Cause Remedy
"Container full" indicator Defective incandescent lamp Change incandescent lamp
lamp on the filling device
Level indicator defective or sensitivity Check level indicator function,
does not illuminate when
incorrectly set readjust sensitivity if
container is full
necessary, change if
necessary
"Container full" indicator Level indicator defective or sensitivity Check level indicator function,
lamp on the filling device incorrectly set readjust sensitivity if
illuminates when container necessary, change if
is empty necessary
Relay K4 defective Change relay
"Container full" indicator Level indicator defective or sensitivity Check level indicator function,
lamp on the control unit incorrectly set readjust sensitivity if
illuminates when container necessary, change if
is full necessary
Relay K4 defective Change relay
"Container full" indicator LED element on the control unit is Check LED element on the
lamp on the control unit defective control unit, change if
does not illuminate when necessary
container is empty
Level indicator defective or sensitivity Check level indicator function,
incorrectly set readjust sensitivity if
necessary, change if
necessary
Spreading auger Stop valve is not completely opened Open stop valve completely
(conveyor chain and
A safety switch has been triggered Close manhole cover or door
auger) does not activate
to discharge chamber
Relay K1, K2 or K3 is defective Check function by swapping
the relays, change if
necessary
"Stop valve open" proximity switch Check proximity switch,
defective change if necessary
Rotary switch "Spreading unit ON- Change "Spreading unit ON-
OFF" on the control unit is defective OFF" rotary switch
Stop valve cannot be A safety switch has been triggered Close manhole cover or door
opened or closed to discharge chamber
Power supply from the tractor or Check power supply
carrier vehicle is inadequate, cable
cross section is too small. This can
be identified by the fact that other
lamps lighting on the control unit
become extremely dark or cease
completely to illuminate when the
"Open slider" or "Close slide" button
is pressed.

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4.2.6.2 Malfunctions and errors in the hydraulic system
Malfunction, error
No hydraulic pressure
Excessive noise in hydraulic
system
Insufficient force/torque
(pressure) on hydraulic motors
Jerking drive movements
Spreader output is too low
(kg/m²)
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Cause
Hydraulic pump does not
function
Hydraulic oil level too low
Hydraulic oil level too low
Hydraulic oil foaming (air
content too high)
Viscosity too high (temperature
too low, oil with unsuitable
viscosity class)
Hydraulic pump defective
Flow control valve closed or set
too low
Conveyor chain moves stiffly
Conveyor chain tension too
severe
Pressure relief valve for
conveyor chain safety set too
low
Air bubbles in hydraulic oil.
Aeration of the hydraulic system
is not possible, because the
vent on the filling spout is dirty
Leak in suction line (hydraulic
pump suctions air)
Incorrect material dosing
pto shaft speed too low
Remedy
Activate auxiliary drive/pto
shaft
Top up hydraulic oil
Top up hydraulic oil
Allow the hydraulic pump to
run in idling mode for a few
minutes
Allow the hydraulic pump to
run in idling mode for a while
to increase the hydraulic oil
temperature
Use oil with suitable viscosity
class ((HVLP 68 as per DIN
51524/3 (HVLP))
Replace hydraulic pump
Set flow control valve to the
value calculated for the
spreading quantity
Clean tail-end roller and chain
channel
Reset conveyor chain tension
Correct pressure relief valve
setting and seal with lead
Clean vent on filling spout and
allow the hydraulic pump to
run in idling mode for a few
minutes
Repair leak
Determine the material dosing
anew and adjust
Check pto speed and change
if necessary
5 Service, care and maintenance
CAUTION
Observe the following prior to all service, care, adjusting and maintenance work:
• Switch off the hydraulic pump and secure against reactivation
• Apply the parking brake
• Secure the spreader against rolling with brake shoes (wedges).

5.1 Maintenance and inspection intervals

NOTE

Abbreviations used to refer to working times and personnel realising the work have the
following meanings:
t = daily
m = monthly
h = every 6 months
j = annually
n. B. = as required
B = operator/driver
F = skilled personnel (trained maintenance and repair personnel)

5.1.1 Daily work

The following inspection work should be realised daily prior to, during or after use.
Ser.
Inspected/Designation Test/Task Personnel
no.
1 Hydraulic pump Visual inspection, leaks B
2 Hydraulic lines, hydraulic hoses Leaks B
3 Hydraulic oil tank Visual inspection, filling level, leaks, B
condition
4 Hydraulic motors on the conveyor chain Leaks B
and auger
5 Hydraulic block Leaks B
6 Hydraulic pressure gauge Visual inspection, function, leaks B
7 Stop valve Function, hydraulic line connections B
free of leaks
8 Stop valve indicator lamps Function B
"open-closed"
9 Container "empty-full" indicator lamps Function B
(on filling device, control unit)
10 Control unit Visual inspection, function B

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 Ser.
Inspected/Designation Test/Task Personnel
no.
11 Spreading auger (conveyor chain, Function, condition B
auger)
12 Adjusting device for dosing strips Smooth movement, condition B
13 Chain channel Allow spreading auger to run for at B
least 10 minutes with an empty
container
14 Conveyor chain tail-end chamber Remove clumps and solidified binding B
agent
15 Material filling shaft Dirt B
16 Dust protection on the spreading auger Condition B

5.1.2 Inspection and care work according to time

5.1.2.1 Daily inspection and care work

Nominal
Ser.
Inspected/Designation Test/Task Frequency value/ Personnel
no.
Lubricant
1 Bearings of drive and Lubricate * t 5 strokes, B/F
deflection roller of
bearing grease
conveyor chain, left and
right

* Allow the spreading auger to run when lubricating the bearings.

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5.1.2.2 Monthly inspection and care work
Nominal
Ser.
Inspected/Designation Test/Task Frequency value/ Personnel
no.
Lubricant
1 Coupling seals on filling Clean and lubricate m Vaseline B/F
device
2 Hydraulic oil tank Filling level, m F
condition, sealed
connection
3 Hydraulic pump Condition, sealed m F
connection, function,
noises
4 Hydraulic motors on the Condition, sealed m F
conveyor chain and connection, function,
spreading auger noises
5 Joint eye and joint Lubricate m 2 strokes, B/F
bearing of hydraulic
bearing
cylinder on stop valve
grease
6 Spline shaft on hydraulic Clean and lubricate m bearing B/F
pump grease

5.1.2.3 6-monthly inspection and care work

Nominal
Ser.
Inspected/Designation Test/Task Frequency value/ Personnel
no.
Lubricant
1 Fixing of container on Secure mounting h Tightening F
chassis torque
200 ±20 Nm
2 Manhole cover, closure Secure mounting h F
screws
3 Venting pipe Clean h F
4 Electrical system h F
• Cables, cable trees Condition, secure
mounting, secure
contact, abrasion
• Distributor box and points
switch cabinet
Condition, fixing
5 Level indicators Function h F
6 Proximity switch on stop Function h F
valve

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5.1.2.4 Annual inspection and care work
Nominal
Ser.
Inspected/Designation Test/Task Frequency value/ Personnel
no.
Lubricant
1 Hydraulic oil tank
• Recirculation filter Change j F
element
• Hydraulic oil Change ** j HVLP 68 F
approx.
max.
100 l
500 h
2 Conveyor chain Check chain tension j F
3 Conveyor chain wear Check wear along j min. 5 mm F
rails entire length
4 Conveyor chain return Check wear along j min. 10 m F
rails entire length m
5 Conveyor chain tappets Check wear on j min. 3 mm F
individual tappets
6 Claw couplings on Check wear on flexible j ∆S = 15 m F
conveyor chain drives gear rim m
7 Flexible rubber disks on Wear, condition j F
spreading auger drive
8 Hydraulic hose lines Condition, leaks, year j Replace F
of make of hydraulic 6 years
hose (see Section after year
5.2.3) of make
9 Hydraulic pipelines Condition, leaks, j F
secure mounting

** Hydraulic oil should be changed annually, or after 500 operating hours at the latest

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5.2 Description of inspection and maintenance work

5.2.1 General safety specifications

CAUTION
A ladder should be used for all work on the container roof or when climbing into the
container itself. The ladder should still protrude at least 1 m above the container roof when
leaning at an angle of 65°-75°, see Fig. 5-1.
The ladder should be engaged on the attachment hooks on the container to stop it
slipping.
Wear clean footwear with a secure grip. There is a risk of slipping and falling in weather
involving frost, hoarfrost, severe range, strong wind or icing up of steps, etc.
The owner should ensure that extensions of the frames and steps of ladders are not
improvised or makeshift. Operators should not extend the frames and steps of ladders in
an improvised or makeshift manner.
The owner should withdraw damaged ladders, steps and grids from use. He should only
make them available for use again after repairing them correctly, restoring their original
stability and ensuring that they can be mounted safely.
Please observe BGV D36 "Ladders and steps".

100 cm
min.

α = 65°-75° TA_037

5-1 Ladder structure

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5.2.2 Changing the hydraulic oil
CAUTION
The hydraulic system should be relieved of pressure prior to commencing work on it to
prevent injuries or the risk of explosion or fire. Do not work on hot surfaces or with hot
hydraulic oil. Risk of burning. Adhere to waiting period for cooling.

NOTE
The hydraulic oil should only be changed when it is at operating temperature (warm).

1. Switch off the hydraulic pump and secure against reactivation.

CAUTION
Observe the following when changing hydraulic oil:
Hot hydraulic oil can cause scalding. Hydraulic oil can cause skin rashes or
other impairments to health. Avoid extended skin contact with hydraulic oil. Wash
thoroughly after every skin contact
2. Position a suitable container (min. 120 l) under the hydraulic oil tank.
3. Open the hydraulic oil tank drainage screw, collect the emerging hydraulic oil.
CAUTION
Environmental protection measures:
Hydraulic oil should be prevented from penetrating the soil, water or sewage
systems. Ensure that hydraulic oil is disposed of safely and in a manner that does not
harm the environment. Valid national regulations for the protection of waterways and
governing the disposal of used oil and waste should be observed.
4. Check the drainage screw seal ring to ascertain whether it can be reused, replace if
necessary.
5. Screw in the drainage screw and seal ring.
WARNING
Never fill hydraulic oil without a filter insert.
6. Fill the hydraulic oil 100 l) via the filling spout.
7. Check the hydraulic oil level on the oil level indicator.
8. Activate the hydraulic pump and allow it to run in idle mode without a load for a few
minutes to aid aeration.
9. Switch on the spreading auger and allow it to run for 1-2 minutes.
NOTE
Indications of flawless aeration are:
• no foam in the hydraulic oil tank
• no unusual noises in the hydraulic system
• no sudden jerking movement of cylinders and motors.
10. Check the hydraulic system for leaks during and after the test run.

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5.2.3 Checking the condition and duration of use of hydraulic hose lines
CAUTION
The condition of hydraulic hose lines should be checked by skilled personnel in
accordance with the maintenance schedule.
The duration of use of a hydraulic hose line should not exceed six years, including a
storage period of max. 2 years (extract from DIN 20066).
The duration of use means the period of use and storage of a hose line calculated from
the date of manufacture.
CAUTION
Hose lines should be replaced if one of the following safety impairments are detected
during inspection:
– Damage to the outer skin penetrating through to the inner tube (e.g. abrasion points,
cuts or cracks)
– Brittleness of outer skin (crack formations in hose material)
– Deformation not in keeping with the natural shape of the hose, whether under
pressure or not (see also DIN 20066).
– Leaks
– Damage or deformation of hose fittings (sealing function impaired)
– Hose parting company with fittings
– Function of fittings and corrosion which undermines their strength
– Storage and utilisation period exceeded.
CAUTION
Repair work on hose lines should only be entrusted to trained and instructed personnel
with specialised knowledge of hydraulics.

5.2.4 Checking conveyor chain tension

1. Remove the service hatch (front left) on the chain channel.
2. Illuminate the chain channel and check the conveyor chain tension.

5-2 Chain tension

3. The conveyor chain (5-2/2) tension is correct if it does not rest on the wear rail (5-2/1)
for a length of min. 50 cm, but not more than 75 cm, measured from the tail-end roller.
The conveyor chain should be tensioned if the dimension of 50 cm is undershot.

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5.2.5 Tensioning the conveyor chain
1. Loosen all the fixing nuts (5-3/1) on the
tail-end roller.
2. Loosen the locknut (5-3/2) on the
tensioning screw (5-3/3).
3. Screw in the tensioning screw (5-3/3) on
each side evenly until the chain tension
has reached the desired dimension.
4. The dimension "A" should be the same
on both sides of the tail-end roller to
enable the achievement of uniform
chain tension.
5
-3 Tensioning device

5. Tighten the locknut (5-3/2) and fixing nuts (5-3/1) firmly.

6. Tighten all fixing nuts (5-3/1) on the tail-end roller firmly.
NOTE
A chain link should be removed from the conveyor chain if chain tensioning proves
impossible, due to an inadequate tensions distance. Wear on the drive shaft and
deflection roller chain sprockets should also be checked.

5.2.6 Shortening the conveyor chain by one chain link

The conveyor chain has a chain joint (5-4/1), identifiable in that a round steel pin (5-4/2)
has been welded to link and ground down.

5-4 Chain joint

1. Move the conveyor chain until the chain joint is on the drive sprocket.
2. Relieve the tension on the conveyor chain in as far as possible with the tensioning
device.
3. Cut the round steel pin (5-4/2) off the chain joint (5-4/1) using an angle grinder.
4. Raise the chain link (5-4/3) out of the chain joint and remove it from the chain by
turning it.

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 5. Insert the next chain link (5-4/4) into the chain joint and weld a new round steel pin to
the chain joint and grind it down.
6. Tension the conveyor chain, see Section 5.2.5.

5.2.7 Checking the conveyor chain wear rails for wear, replacing
1. Raise the stop valve by 300 mm.
2. Switch off the hydraulic pump and secure against reactivation.
3. Measure the thickness of the wear rail (5-5/2) at several positions.

5-5 Wear rails

NOTE
Both wear rails should be replaced if the thickness at any particular position is 5 mm or
less.
4. Unscrew the lateral service hatch on both sides of the container to gain access the
fixing nuts (5-5/4).
5. Remove the central service hatch on the tail of the unit.
6. Climb into the container, unscrew the countersunk screws (5-5/1) and pull out the
wear rails towards the rear.
WARNING
Use new countersunk screws and locknuts when fitting new wear rails.

5.2.8 Checking the conveyor chain tappets for wear

1. Measure the material thickness of the tappets (5-5/3) at the points in contact with the
wear rails and in the middle. The tappets or conveyor chain should be replaced if the
material thickness at the points in contact with the wear rails is 3 mm or less.
NOTE
It is recommended that a new conveyor chain be fitted.

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5.2.9 Checking the conveyor chain return rails for wear, replacing
1. Switch off the hydraulic pump and secure against reactivation.
2. Unscrew the service hatch (5-7/3) and measure the return rails (5-7/4) at several
positions.
NOTE
Both return rails should be replaced if the thickness at any particular position is 10 mm or
less.

5-6 Wear on return rails

5-7 Return rails

Proceed as follows to change the return rails:

1. Apply the spreader parking brake and secure the spreader against rolling with brake
shoes (wedges).
2. Remove the filling shaft.
3. Unscrew the fixing screws (5-7/2) around the chain channel
4. Pull the lower cover plate (5-7/1) out to the rear.
5. Unscrew the fixing screws (5-7/5) and pull out the return rails to the rear.
Installation is realised in reverse order.

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5.2.10 Checking wear on the flexible gear rim on claw couplings
The wear dimension for the claw coupling is ∆S = 15 mm. The flexible gear rim should be
replaced if this is exceeded.

1 2

S
TA_034

5-8 Claw coupling wear land

1. Turn a coupling half without torque up the stop and bring a marking up to the same
level on both coupling halves (5-8/1).
2. Turn a coupling half without torque in the opposite direction up to the stop (5-8/2).
3. The distance between the markings is the chordal dimension ∆S. Replace the gear
rim if the wear land is exceeded.
NOTE
Only an original gear rim should be used as a replacement.

5.2.11 Configuring the level indicator sensitivity

1. Clean any dirt and dust off the level
indicator.
2. Activate the operating unit.
3. Unscrew the closure screw (5-9/2) to
gain access to the integrated
potentiometer.
4. Insert the special screwdriver provided
in the aperture in the closure screw and
turn to the left or right to set the level
indicator sensitivity.

5
-9 Level indicator (LED
illuminates)

The level indicator sensitivity is increased by: turning in a clockwise direction

The level indicator sensitivity is decreased by: turning in an anticlockwise direction

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 The basic setting of a level indicator is achieved as follows:
1. Clean any dirt and dust off the level indicator.
2. Activate the operating unit. The LED (5-9/1) should illuminate if the level indicator is
free of material.
3. Turn the potentiometer to the right until the LED is extinguished.
4. Turn the potentiometer to the left until the LED illuminates again.
5. Turn the potentiometer slowly to the right until the LED is extinguished.
6. Turn the potentiometer one complete revolution (360°) to the left. The basic setting of
the potentiometer has now been achieved.

5.2.12 Checking the level indicator function

5.2.12.1 Checking the "Container empty" level indicator function

Check the function as follows while the container is empty:
1. Post another person to ensure that the spreader vehicle cannot be driven away.
2. Activate the hydraulic pump and control unit. The "Container empty" indicator lamp on
the control unit and the LED on the level indicator should illuminate if the container is
empty.
3. Move the stop valve upwards.
4. Open the discharge chamber door.
5. Touch the tip of the level indicator with your finger. The "Container empty" indicator
lamp on the control unit should extinguish. The level indicator sensitivity should be
adjusted or, if necessary, the level indicator replaced if this is not the case.

5.2.12.2 Checking the "Container full" level indicator function

Check the function as follows while the container is empty or not completely full:
1. Post another person to ensure that the spreader vehicle cannot be driven away.
2. Activate the control unit. The "Container full" indicator lamp on the filling device
should not illuminate if the container is empty or not completely full. The LED on the
level indicator should illuminate.
3. Climb onto the container and open the manhole covers, or remove the level indicator
and bracket.
4. Touch the tip of the level indicator with your finger. The "Container empty" indicator
lamp on the filling device should illuminate. The LED on the level indicator should
extinguish. The level indicator sensitivity should be adjusted or, if necessary, the level
indicator replaced if this is not the case.

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5.2.12.3 Table for empirical values
Desired Position SRV1 Position SRV2
Opening width Inner adjusting Outer
Binding agent spreading Driving speed (conveyor (spreading
of stop valve strip adjusting strip
quantity chain) auger)

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 Desired Position SRV1 Position SRV2
Opening width Inner adjusting Outer
Binding agent spreading Driving speed (conveyor (spreading
of stop valve strip adjusting strip
quantity chain) auger)

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