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GEA EL48 - User Manual

GEA EL48
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Liquid manure spreader
EL48
Operation Manual
(Original instructions)
2018-9015-001
09-2016
gea.com

Table of Contents

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Summary

Preface and Warranty Information

About the Instructions and Manufacturer Details

Explains manual scope, provides manufacturer contacts, and customer service information.

Declarations and Warranties

Covers declaration of conformity and general/specific equipment warranties with terms and exclusions.

Safety Precautions and Guidelines

Owners Obligation of Care

Outlines the owner's responsibilities for safe operation and environment.

Safety Symbols and Basic Instructions

Explains safety symbols and provides fundamental safety guidelines for operating the equipment.

Personnel Qualifications and Protective Devices

Defines requirements for personnel and details safety parts like guards.

Product Overview and Technical Specifications

Product Description and Applications

Describes the intended use of the spreader and its main components.

Geometric and Tire Specifications

Provides dimensions, weight, load capacity, and tire specifications in imperial and metric units.

Tractor, Performance, and Hydraulic Data

Lists tractor requirements, performance data, and hydraulic hose specifications.

Bolt Torque and Lubricant Specifications

Lists torque values for bolts and specifies lubricants for various components.

Handling and Assembly Procedures

Personnel Qualification and Safety for Handling

Requires qualified operators and outlines safety instructions for handling.

Packing Disposal and Tool Requirements

Guides on packing material disposal and lists tools needed for handling and assembly.

Product Handling and Support Placement

Provides warnings and instructions for lifting the spreader using lifting rings and support stands.

Axle and Braking System Assembly

Axle Assembly Procedures

Details air valve removal, arms assembly, weight transfer, translucent hoses, and knuckle installation.

Hydraulic Braking System Assembly

Covers hub assembly, brake parts installation, and calibration.

Optional Air Braking System Assembly

Details installing air brake parts, drum, dust shields, and calibrating the system.

Wheel and Suspension System

Wheel Assembly and Tire Specifications

Covers checking tire pressure, lifting wheels, and refers to tire specifications.

Hydraulic Suspension Adjustment

Refers to maintenance section for adjusting hydraulic suspension for transport.

Optional Component Assemblies

Anti-siphon and Top Fill Indicator Assembly

Explains assembling anti-siphon mechanisms and top fill indicators.

PowerHitch, Self-loading, and Fender Assemblies

Details assembly of optional PowerHitch, self-loading system, and fenders.

Mudguard, Nursing Kit, and Ladder Assemblies

Guides on assembling optional mudguards, nursing kits, and ladders.

Hydraulic Door, Hopper, and Rear Lights Assemblies

Describes assembly of hydraulic door, hopper, and rear lights.

Spreading Systems and Tool Bars

Spreading Nozzles Assembly

Details assembly of top and bottom spreading nozzles, with or without directional valve.

Tool Bar Assemblies

Covers assembly of various tool bars including disc injectors, deflectors, and gauge wheels.

Initial Commissioning and Setup

Personnel Qualification and Safety for Commissioning

States that commissioning requires trained personnel and adherence to safety instructions.

Power Steering Setup and Commissioning Checklist

Explains power steering setup and provides a comprehensive commissioning checklist.

Post-Commissioning Checks and Customer Handover

Lists final checks and the process for handing over the product and warranty.

Operating the Spreader

Personnel Qualification and Operational Safety

Requires qualified personnel and outlines safety instructions for operating the spreader.

Pre-Operation Checks and Spreader Connection

Lists checks before operation and procedures for connecting PTO driveline and spreader.

Safety Component Testing and Moving Procedures

Covers testing lights, brakes, and safe procedures for moving the spreader.

Spreading Operations and Optional Features

Details spreading methods with different tool bars and operating optional features like self-loading.

Disconnecting and Storing the Spreader

Disconnecting PTO, Hoses, and Electrical Connections

Guides on safely disconnecting PTO driveline, hydraulic, pneumatic hoses, and electrical outlet.

Unhitching Procedures for Various Hitches

Describes unhitching procedures for single/double hitch, ball hitch, and PowerHitch.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Personnel Qualification and Safety for Troubleshooting

States that troubleshooting requires trained personnel and adherence to safety.

Troubleshooting Faults: Spreading, Brakes, and Steering

Provides a table of symptoms, causes, and solutions for spreading, braking, and steering issues.

Routine Maintenance and Servicing

Personnel Qualification and Safety for Maintenance

Requires trained personnel and outlines safety instructions for maintenance tasks.

Scheduled Maintenance Tasks and Lubrication

Provides maintenance schedule and details lubrication for hitch, steering, bearings, and knuckles.

Brake System, Suspension, and Power Steering Adjustments

Covers changing brake parts, calibrating systems, adjusting suspension, and power steering.

Shear Bolts Replacement Kit

Lists part numbers and quantities for shear bolts replacement.

Decommissioning and Storage Procedures

Personnel Qualification and Safety for Decommissioning

States that decommissioning requires qualified personnel and adherence to safety.

Temporary Decommissioning Steps

Guides on cleaning, lubricating, and storing the product for temporary decommissioning.

Final Decommissioning and Disposal Guidelines

Instructs on proper disposal of components according to local rules and regulations.

Appendix and Reference Diagrams

Label Positions and Lubrication Points

Illustrates the location of various safety and lubrication labels on the spreader.

Pneumatic and Hydraulic System Diagrams

Provides pneumatic and hydraulic circuit diagrams for braking, power steering, and optional systems.

Electric Diagram and Consistency Test

Includes the wiring diagram for signal lights and the procedure for testing manure consistency.

Spreading Rate and Flow Rate Calculations

Details how to calculate spreading rate and adjust flow rate based on various parameters.

Abbreviations and Units

Summary

Preface and Warranty Information

About the Instructions and Manufacturer Details

Explains manual scope, provides manufacturer contacts, and customer service information.

Declarations and Warranties

Covers declaration of conformity and general/specific equipment warranties with terms and exclusions.

Safety Precautions and Guidelines

Owners Obligation of Care

Outlines the owner's responsibilities for safe operation and environment.

Safety Symbols and Basic Instructions

Explains safety symbols and provides fundamental safety guidelines for operating the equipment.

Personnel Qualifications and Protective Devices

Defines requirements for personnel and details safety parts like guards.

Product Overview and Technical Specifications

Product Description and Applications

Describes the intended use of the spreader and its main components.

Geometric and Tire Specifications

Provides dimensions, weight, load capacity, and tire specifications in imperial and metric units.

Tractor, Performance, and Hydraulic Data

Lists tractor requirements, performance data, and hydraulic hose specifications.

Bolt Torque and Lubricant Specifications

Lists torque values for bolts and specifies lubricants for various components.

Handling and Assembly Procedures

Personnel Qualification and Safety for Handling

Requires qualified operators and outlines safety instructions for handling.

Packing Disposal and Tool Requirements

Guides on packing material disposal and lists tools needed for handling and assembly.

Product Handling and Support Placement

Provides warnings and instructions for lifting the spreader using lifting rings and support stands.

Axle and Braking System Assembly

Axle Assembly Procedures

Details air valve removal, arms assembly, weight transfer, translucent hoses, and knuckle installation.

Hydraulic Braking System Assembly

Covers hub assembly, brake parts installation, and calibration.

Optional Air Braking System Assembly

Details installing air brake parts, drum, dust shields, and calibrating the system.

Wheel and Suspension System

Wheel Assembly and Tire Specifications

Covers checking tire pressure, lifting wheels, and refers to tire specifications.

Hydraulic Suspension Adjustment

Refers to maintenance section for adjusting hydraulic suspension for transport.

Optional Component Assemblies

Anti-siphon and Top Fill Indicator Assembly

Explains assembling anti-siphon mechanisms and top fill indicators.

PowerHitch, Self-loading, and Fender Assemblies

Details assembly of optional PowerHitch, self-loading system, and fenders.

Mudguard, Nursing Kit, and Ladder Assemblies

Guides on assembling optional mudguards, nursing kits, and ladders.

Hydraulic Door, Hopper, and Rear Lights Assemblies

Describes assembly of hydraulic door, hopper, and rear lights.

Spreading Systems and Tool Bars

Spreading Nozzles Assembly

Details assembly of top and bottom spreading nozzles, with or without directional valve.

Tool Bar Assemblies

Covers assembly of various tool bars including disc injectors, deflectors, and gauge wheels.

Initial Commissioning and Setup

Personnel Qualification and Safety for Commissioning

States that commissioning requires trained personnel and adherence to safety instructions.

Power Steering Setup and Commissioning Checklist

Explains power steering setup and provides a comprehensive commissioning checklist.

Post-Commissioning Checks and Customer Handover

Lists final checks and the process for handing over the product and warranty.

Operating the Spreader

Personnel Qualification and Operational Safety

Requires qualified personnel and outlines safety instructions for operating the spreader.

Pre-Operation Checks and Spreader Connection

Lists checks before operation and procedures for connecting PTO driveline and spreader.

Safety Component Testing and Moving Procedures

Covers testing lights, brakes, and safe procedures for moving the spreader.

Spreading Operations and Optional Features

Details spreading methods with different tool bars and operating optional features like self-loading.

Disconnecting and Storing the Spreader

Disconnecting PTO, Hoses, and Electrical Connections

Guides on safely disconnecting PTO driveline, hydraulic, pneumatic hoses, and electrical outlet.

Unhitching Procedures for Various Hitches

Describes unhitching procedures for single/double hitch, ball hitch, and PowerHitch.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Personnel Qualification and Safety for Troubleshooting

States that troubleshooting requires trained personnel and adherence to safety.

Troubleshooting Faults: Spreading, Brakes, and Steering

Provides a table of symptoms, causes, and solutions for spreading, braking, and steering issues.

Routine Maintenance and Servicing

Personnel Qualification and Safety for Maintenance

Requires trained personnel and outlines safety instructions for maintenance tasks.

Scheduled Maintenance Tasks and Lubrication

Provides maintenance schedule and details lubrication for hitch, steering, bearings, and knuckles.

Brake System, Suspension, and Power Steering Adjustments

Covers changing brake parts, calibrating systems, adjusting suspension, and power steering.

Shear Bolts Replacement Kit

Lists part numbers and quantities for shear bolts replacement.

Decommissioning and Storage Procedures

Personnel Qualification and Safety for Decommissioning

States that decommissioning requires qualified personnel and adherence to safety.

Temporary Decommissioning Steps

Guides on cleaning, lubricating, and storing the product for temporary decommissioning.

Final Decommissioning and Disposal Guidelines

Instructs on proper disposal of components according to local rules and regulations.

Appendix and Reference Diagrams

Label Positions and Lubrication Points

Illustrates the location of various safety and lubrication labels on the spreader.

Pneumatic and Hydraulic System Diagrams

Provides pneumatic and hydraulic circuit diagrams for braking, power steering, and optional systems.

Electric Diagram and Consistency Test

Includes the wiring diagram for signal lights and the procedure for testing manure consistency.

Spreading Rate and Flow Rate Calculations

Details how to calculate spreading rate and adjust flow rate based on various parameters.

Abbreviations and Units

GEA EL48 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGEA
ModelEL48
CategorySpreader
LanguageEnglish