MDS 8.2/14.2/18.2/20.2
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Keep for future reference. This instruction manual/assembly instruction is to be considered as part of the machine. Suppliers of new and second-hand machines are required to document in writing that the instruction manual/assembly instruction was delivered with the machine and handed over to the customer. Please read carefully before using the machine. INSTRUCTION MANUAL Original instructions

Preface Dear Customer, By purchasing the mineral fertiliser spreaderof the MDS series, you have shown confidence in our product. Thank you very much! We want to justify this confidence. You have purchased a powerful and reliable machine. However, in case unexpected problems arise: Our customer service team is always there for you. Please read this operator’s manual carefully before commissioning the mineral fertiliser spreader and follow the advice given. This operator's manual gives detailed instructions on the operation of the machine, as well as valuable information about its assembly,...

Preface Technical improvements User instructions About this operator’s manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Structure of the operator’s manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Notes on text descriptions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 2.3.1 Instructions and procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 2.3.2 Listings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Technical data Manufacturer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 Description of the machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 4.2.1 Assembly overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 4.2.2 Agitator. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Machine data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26...

Machine settings Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59 Setting the application rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 8.2.1 Versions K/R/D/C . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60 8.2.2 Version Q . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Using the fertiliser chart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Faults and possible causes Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109 Wear parts and screw connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 12.2.1 Checking wear-prone parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 12.2.2 Checking the bolted joints . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 12.2.3 Checking the flat springs of the spreading discs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110 Opening the protective grid...

Intended use The mineral fertiliser spreaders of the MDS series are constructed in accordance with their intended use and may be used exclusively for the points listed below.  For spreading dry, granular and crystalline fertilisers. Any use outside these definitions is considered misuse. The manufacturer is not liable for any damage which results from misuse. The operator bears the entire risk. Intended use also includes observing the operating, maintenance and service conditions specified by the manufacturer. Only genuine spare parts made by the manufacturer may be used as replacements....

User instructions User instructions About this operator’s manual This operator’s manual is an integral part of the machine. The operator’s manual contains important information for a safe, appropriate and economic use and maintenance of the machine. Adherence to this operator’s manual helps to avoid risks, to reduce repair costs and downtime, and to increase the machine's reliability and service life. The complete documentation, comprising this operator’s manual and any other documents provided, must be kept in an easily accessible location close to where the machine is used (e.g. in the...

User instructions Notes on text descriptions Instructions and procedures Steps that the operator must carry out are shown as a numbered list. 1. Instruction for action step 1 2. Instruction for action step 2 Instructions involving only one step are not numbered. The same applies for action steps that do not have a specific sequence. A bullet is placed in front of these instructions:  Handling instruction Listings Listings without a specific sequence are shown with bullet points (level 1) and dashes (level 2):  References References to other text passages in the document are indicated with...

General Information The chapter Safety contains basic warning notes as well as working and traffic safety instructions for the usage of the installed machine. The adherence to the instructions in this chapter is a prerequisite for the safe handling and trouble-free operation of the machine. There are additional warnings in the other chapters of this operator’s manual, which must also be observed. The warning instructions are given before the text for the relevant actions. Warning notes on the supplier components can be found in the respective supplier documentation. These warning...

Safety Warning severity level The degree of danger is indicated by the signal word. The levels are classified as follows: n DANGER Type and source of danger This warning warns of a danger posing an immediate threat to the health and life of persons. Ignoring these warnings will result in very serious or even fatal injury.  Always observe the measures described to prevent this danger. n WARNING Type and source of danger This warning warns of a possible dangerous situation for the health of persons. Ignoring these warnings will result in very serious injury.  Always observe the measures...