Filling the spreading material hopper

NOTE
To prevent blockages in the spreading material hopper, do not use moist or compacted fertilizer. Moist or compacted fertilizer affects the spreading properties.
  1. Comply with the safety instructions provided by the spreading material manufacturer. Put on personal protective clothing as needed.
  2. Couple the machine to the tractor.
  3. Lift the machine.

  1. To open the roll-up cover tarpaulin:

    Activate the beige tractor control unit.

or

Release the locking mechanism. Open with the hand lever.

  1. Check the spreading material hopper for residues or foreign objects.
  1. In the Field, select >Filling.
  2. Enter the value for the area to be spread.

Target fill level will be calculated.

  1. Take account of residues remaining in the spreading material hopper.
  2. Observe the actual fill level on the control terminal or based on the work lights and fill the hopper until the target fill level is reached.

Status of the work lights

Actual fill level

Flashing

2.204,62 lb (1.000kg) or more until target fill level is reached

Rapid flashing

440,92 lb (200kg) or more until target fill level is reached

Steady light

Target fill level is reached

  1. Close and lock the roll-up cover tarpaulin with the beige tractor control unit.
  2. Alternatively, close and lock the roll-up cover tarpaulin with the hand lever.