GEA STR Series - User Manual

STR series
Semi-tanker
Operation Manual / Parts List
(Original operating instructions)
2018-9015-008
01. July 2018
gea.com

Summary

General Information and Warranty

Information on the Document

Details about the manual's content, revisions, and usage.

Equipment Warranty Details

Defines warranty period, conditions, and exclusions for purchased equipment.

Specific Semi-tanker Warranty

Details warranty coverage and conditions for reservoir and trailer components.

Manufacturer Contact Information

Provides contact information for manufacturers and customer service.

Safety Guidelines and Procedures

Intended Use and Owner Responsibilities

Specifies designed purpose and owner's responsibilities for safe operation.

Safety Symbols, Instructions, and Personnel

Explains safety symbols and guidelines, plus personnel qualifications.

Dangerous Areas and Residual Risks

Highlights hazardous areas, specifically toxic gases in confined spaces.

Product Description and Specifications

Structural and Functional Description

Details the physical components and how the semi-tanker operates.

Technical and Geometric Specifications

Lists operating specs, dimensions, and weight ratings for various models.

Handling, Assembly, and Installation

Handling, Assembly Qualifications, and Safety

Specifies required personnel qualifications and safety instructions for handling and assembly.

Installation Preparations and Product Handling

Lists tools and steps for safe product handling and installation preparation.

Component Assembly Procedures

Details assembly steps for hopper, articulated transfer pipe, and other components.

Commissioning and Initial Setup

Commissioning Qualifications, Safety, and First Start

Outlines required qualifications, safety rules, and the first start procedure.

Post-Commissioning Checks and Handover

Lists checks after commissioning and procedures for handing over the equipment.

Operation and Usage

Operation Safety and Qualifications

General safety rules and personnel qualifications for operating the equipment.

Operating Controls and Remote Functionality

Explains controls, indicators, and programming of the remote control.

Coupling, Uncoupling, and Pre-trip Checks

Step-by-step guide for safely coupling, uncoupling, and pre-trip verification.

Loading, Discharging, and Axle Load Verification

Procedures for loading, discharging, and verifying axle loads.

Travel Verifications and Special Operations

Checks during travel and instructions for specific operations like discharging.

Maintenance and Servicing

Maintenance Safety, Qualifications, and Schedule

Specifies maintenance personnel requirements, safety rules, and the service schedule.

Operator Maintenance Tasks (Tires, Wheels, Fluids)

Details operator-level maintenance like wheel torque, tire inspection, and fluid checks.

Air System, Lubrication, and Cleaning Procedures

Guides on air system maintenance, general lubrication, and unit cleaning.

Component-Specific Maintenance (Kingpin, Shocks, etc.)

Maintenance procedures for key components like kingpin, landing gears, and shocks.

FRL Valve and Control Box Maintenance

Procedures for purging, cleaning, and maintaining the FRL valve and control box.

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Troubleshooting Safety and Qualifications

Safety rules and personnel qualifications for troubleshooting.

Common Faults and Solutions

Identifies common operational faults and provides step-by-step solutions.

Decommissioning and Disposal

Decommissioning Procedures and Safety

Requirements for personnel and safety rules during decommissioning.

Disposal Guidelines

Guidelines for proper disposal of components according to regulations.

Undercarriage Spare Parts Catalog

Rim, Tire, Hub, Drum, Landing Gear Parts

Lists spare parts for wheel-related components.

Coupling, Suspension, Axle, Electrical Parts

Lists spare parts for coupling, suspension, and axle systems.

Pneumatic and Miscellaneous Parts

Lists spare parts for pneumatic systems and miscellaneous items.

Appendix and Technical Diagrams

Bolt Torque Charts and Label Locations

Tables for bolt torque values and diagrams showing safety label placement.

Wiring and System Diagrams

Visual representations of the electric, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems.

Consistency Test and Directories

Procedure for testing manure viscosity and glossary of terms.

GEA STR Series Specifications