Filling the fertiliser hopper via the loading board

NOTE
The guard screen and function screen in the fertiliser hopper are closed. Only a closed guard screen and function screen can prevent fertiliser clumps and/or foreign objects from entering the fertiliser hopper and clogging the metering unit.

REQUIREMENTS

  • The implement is coupled to the tractor

  • The tractor and implement are secured

  • The transport vehicle carrying the fertiliser is standing on a level surface

  1. When working at night, switch on the interior lighting of the fertiliser hopper.

  2. Depending on the implement equipment:

    Climb onto the loading board using the steps

or

Unfold the ladder and climb onto the loading board using the steps.

  1. Open the rubber straps 1.
  2. Open the fertiliser hopper tarpaulin 2.
  3. Remove residues or foreign objects from the fertiliser hopper.
  4. Fill the fertiliser hopper.
  5. Close the fertiliser hopper tarpaulin with the pull rope 3.
  6. Secure the fertiliser hopper tarpaulin with rubber straps.
  7. Fold in the ladder.