Starting up the machine
6.7 Check machine functions
Before initial start-up and each work start, check machine functioning:
1. Hitch the fodder mixing trailer to the tractor.
2. Completely lubricate the fodder mixing trailer and the PTO drive
shaft. For further details consult the chapter "Lubricating
machine", page 156.
3. Check the oil level of the angular gearbox in the compensating
reservoir for the gear lubricant oil. For further details consult the
chapter "Check oil level", page 158.
4. Check all functions of the machine before loading the mixing
container for the first time:
4.1 Open and close discharge door.
4.2 Lift hydraulic support stand (if available) to transport
position and lower it to support position.
4.3 Extend and retract hydraulic counter-cutters (if available)
into the mixing container.
4.4 Let crossover conveyor (if available) run in both driving
directions.
4.5 Let crossover conveyor (if available) run at different
conveyor speeds.
4.6 Lower conveyor extension (if available) to working position
and lift it to transport position.
4.7 Lower discharge conveyor for side discharge (if available)
to working position and lift it to transport position.
4.8 Let discharge conveyor for side discharge (if available) run
in driving direction.
4.9 Let discharge conveyor for side discharge (if available) run
at different conveyor speeds.
4.10 Check the weighing device (if available) for proper
functioning.
4.11 Check the lighting system for proper functioning.
4.12 Check the brake system for proper functioning.
Ensure that the stop valve (5) is open
before each start-up. Fig. 74 shows
the open stop valve (5).
Fig. 74
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