Epoke SKE8, SKE Series, SKE15, SKE12, SKE20 Instruction Manual
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Instruction manual
SKE
Valid from ident. no. xxxx0200
If you have technical questions please state ident. no., which is on the machine sign. We recommend that you write this
number here:
Type: ..................................................
Year: .................................................. Ident. no.: .............................................
Valid from ident. no.:
SKE 8 10010200
SKE 12 10030200
SKE 15 10040200
SKE 20 10050200
Published and printed by
Epoke®A/S,
Documentation department
Changes of technical details in relation to specifications and sketches in this instruction are subject
to alteration.
This instruction answers important questions regarding safety, operation, maintenance and technical
data.
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Table of contents
1 Identification
1.1 Manufacturer and supplier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.1.1 Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.1.2 Technical documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.1.3 Warranty and liability . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.2 Model and type specification . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.3 Start no. and date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.4 Country of origin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.5 CE-mark . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.6 EU certificate of conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.6.1 Directives applied . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.6.2 Standards applied . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.9 Quality system certificate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2 Descriptions
2.0.0 General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.0.1 Transport and handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.0.1.1 Transport . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.0.1.2 Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.0.1.6 Rules for total weight of towed vehicles . . . . . 4
2.0.2 Information on restrictions on use . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.0.2.1 Normal use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.0.2.2 Abnormal use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.0.3 Hazards presented by the machine
2.0.3.1 Personal protective measures . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.0.3.2 Mechanical hazard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.0.3.3 Electrical hazard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.0.3.4 Thermal hazard . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.0.3.5 Hazard caused by noise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.0.3.6 Hazard caused by vibrations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.0.3.7 Hazard caused by radiation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.0.3.8 Hazard caused by materials and substances . . 5
2.1 Safety measures
2.1.1 General safety measures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.1.2 Reference to permitted total weight . . . . . . . . 5
2.1.3 Reference to safety measures for specific
operating conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.1.3.1 Safety measuresWork safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.1.3.2 Work safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.1.3.3 Before driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.1.3.4 Safety during cleaning,
repairs and maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.1.3.5 Suggestions for a user guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.1.11 Lubricating grease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.2 Product descriptions
2.2.0.1 Machine overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.2.1 Product description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
2.2.4 Dosage system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
2.3 Technical data
2.3.1 Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
2.3.2 Dimensioned sketch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.4 Diagrams
2.4.3 Electrical diagram . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
2.5 Corrosion protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
3 Demands to the place of mounting
3.1 Demands to the bed plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
3.2 References to dangers which can be
prevented by methods of mounting . . . . . . . . 13
4 Instructions for preparations
4.1.1 Connection with the towing vehicle . . . . . . . . 13
4.1.2 Disconnection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5 Operation instructions
5.0.1 Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5.1.5 Operating levers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
5.2 Instructions for Initial Operation
5.2.2 Adjustment of spreading quantity (metering) . . 14
5.4.2 Remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5.4.2.1 Correct installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5.4.2.2 Connection of remote control . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
5.11 Procedure in case of failure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
5.12 Instructions for repair and assembly . . . . . . . 15
6 Maintenance
6.2.1 Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
6.2.2 Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
6.2.3 Storing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
6.3 Inspection lists and overviews
6.3.1 Inspection list - mechanical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
6.3.4 Grease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
6.7 Reference to suitable spare parts . . . . . . . . . . 18
7 Control and test sketch
7.1.2 Steadying wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
7.1.6 Dry matter container . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
7.1.12 Draw bar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
7.1.20 Tyre list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
8 Certificates
8.1 EU certificate of conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
8.4 Certificate of Quality Management System . . 24
9 Overview of standards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
20 Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
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1 Identification
1.1 Manufacturer and supplier
Epoke®A/S
Vejenvej 50
Askov
DK-6600 Vejen
1.1.1 Copyright
The firm of Epoke®A/S, DK-6600 Vejen owns the
copyright to this technical documentation.
Mechanical, photographic or other reproduction or duplication of this technical documentation or parts of it is forbidden. The technical documentation is only intended for
the purchaser and his personnel.
1.1.2 Technical documentation
This technical documentation contains:
• An instruction book
• List of spare parts
These appendices contain basic instructions which must
be followed and read by the fitter / user before assembly
and commissioning. The technical documentation shall
always be available where the spreader is used.
The personnel who will be involved in operation, servicing,
inspection and assembly shall have the corresponding
qualifications for these areas of work. The area of responsibility, competence and monitoring of personnel must be
defined exactly by the employer. If personnel do not have
the necessary knowledge, they must be trained and
instructed. If necessary, this can be implemented through
the manufacturer/supplier as desired by the
purchaser/user of the spreader. Training abroad is carried
out by the local dealers. Moreover, the employer/user
must ensure that personnel have fully understood the
content of the technical documentation.
1.1.3 Warranty and liability
The general terms of sale and delivery apply unless agreed
otherwise and confirmed in writing upon entering into the
contract. Warranty liability and liability for damages are
excluded for personal injury and material damage if the
injury or damage may be due to one or more of the following reasons:
• Abnormal use of the spreader
• Inexpert assembly, commissioning operation and servicing of the spreader.
• Driving with the spreader with defective safety devices
or incorrectly applied or non-functioning safety and protection devices.
• Non-compliance with the instructions in the technical
documentation with regard to safety, transportation,
storage, assembly, commissioning, operation and maintenance of the spreader.
• Design changes to the spreader which are not performed or approved by the manufacturer.
• Use of non-EPOKE original spare parts
• Inadequate monitoring of parts which are exposed to
wear.
• Inexpertly executed repairs
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1.2 Model and type
Model: Tow-behind spreader
Trade designation: SKE - serie
Type: SKE8
SKE12
SKE15
SKE20
Ident. no.: 1001xxxx (SKE8)
1003xxxx (SKE12)
1004xxxx (SKE15)
1005xxxx (SKE20)
(first 4 digits are type designation, the last 4 digits are
continuous numbering)
Composition of machine sign:
• Type:
• Ident. no.
• Year
• Volume, m
3
• Net weight kg
• Permitted axle load, kg
• Permitted total weight kg
• Permitted support load, kg
• Name and address of manufacturer
The nameplate is located on the spreader’s right side,
near the transmission.
1.3 Start no. and year
Valid from ID no.:
SKE8 - 11010200 - 2000
SKE12 - 10030200 - 2000
SKE15 - 10040200 - 2000
SKE20 - 10050200 - 2000
1.4 Country of origin
Denmark.
1.5 CE-mark
CE-mark is placed on the machine sign.
1.6 EU certificate of conformity
The above spreader has been manufactured in accordance
with the provisions of the COUNCIL DIRECTIVE of 22.
June 1998 on convergence of member states' legislation
on machinery (98/37/EF) with particular reference to
Appendix 1 of the Directive, on material health and safety
standards in connection with the construction and manufacture of machines, see item 8.
1.6.1 Directives applied
(89/392/EEC - 14.06.1989)
(91/368/EEC - 20.06.1991)
(93/44/EEC - 14.06.1993)
(93/68/EEC - 22.07.1993)
98/37/EF - 22.06.1998
1.6.2 Standards applied
EN292-1:1991
EN292-2:1991/A1:1995
EN294:1992
EN349:1993
EN811:1996
EN 953:1997
EN1037:1996
EN 1050:1997
EN1088:1996
prEN13021:1997
see item 9.1.
1.9 Quality system certificate
See item 8.4.
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2 Descriptions
2.0.0 General
Important instructions are highlighted in each section.
Explanations of symbols
Warning (Work safety signal)
Safety should be observed where this sign is
positioned. Pay attention to this safety information sign and follow it be careful. Always follow
the general safety regulations as well.
Information
In the instructions for use, this symbol is placed
next to all important information relating to operation or the equipment’s function.
Later on, these symbols will be used for visual registration
of danger information signs.
2.0.1 Transport and handling
2.0.1.1 Transport
During transport, empty the solids tank and the loosen
spring base adjustment on the spreader.
Danger!
Road-users may be seriously injured, e.g. due
to projec-ting parts, loss of the spreader, etc.!
The spreader should be properly fastened.
Information!
• The spreader should only be put down on a level surface.
• The spreader should be adequately secured on the carrying vehicle.
• Electrical parts should be protected against humidity.
2.0.1.2 Handling
A crane must be used at all times when transporting or using the spreader. The spreader should be raised using the fastening rings.
Note the lifting tackle’s load capacity and the spreader’s
centre of gravity!
People can be seriously injured - e.g. through crushing!
2.0.1.6 Rules for total weight of towed vehicles
The total weight of the towed vehicle must never
exceed the weight limits stated by the manufacturer
of the vehicle/towbar.
In the case of cars, the weight limit may be found on the
manufacturer’s label on the car or in the user manual.
2.0.2 Information on restrictions on use
2.0.2.1 Normal use
Machines for winter service are machines for
removing winter obstacles in traffic areas, and
spreaders are machines for defined spreading
of thawing materials or sand on surfaces car-
rying traffic.
The spreaders must only be used for the purpose for
which they are intended. The spreaders must only be
operated, repaired and maintained by persons who are
fully familiar with these areas. These persons shall also
be informed about the dangers which the spreader can
pose.
Note - Only persons who are physically and psychologically suitable, and who are familiar with the content of the
operating instructions, may use the machine.
The user shall comply with the references in the operating
instructions.
Note - The manufacturer’s liability for any damage that may
occur shall lapse in the event of any form of abnormal use.
2.0.2.2 Abnormal use
Abnormal use
• when the spreaders are not used as spreaders
for winter service, and when the spreader has
not been mounted and connected correctly to
the towing vehicle.
• when the spreader is used for spreading materials which
are not used for combating icy roads.
• when the spreader is towed using an unsuitable vehicle
without taking into account the weight limits imposed by
the manufacturer of the vehicle. (trailer spreader only).
2.0.3 Hazards presented by the machine
2.0.3.1 Personal protective measures
As the design and construction ensure that the
operator's freedom of movement is not reduced,
use of personal protective measures (shoes, glo-
ves etc.) is not required.
2.0.3.2 Mechanical hazard
There is a risk of injury and damage from squashing, cutting and from sharp edges. To the extent
possible, points on machines that present such
hazards are fitted with protective devices.
2.0.3.3 Electrical hazard
• Work on the power supply must only be carried
out by an expert electrician.
• Loose connections and burnt-out cables must
be replaced immediately.
• Use only original fuses.
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2.0.3.4 Thermal hazard
Thermal Hazard - not applicable.
2.0.3.5 Hazard caused by noise
A noise measurement has not been carried out as the noise pollution depends on the used vehicle.
2.0.3.6 Hazard caused by vibrations
Vibration measurement is omitted - not relevant.
2.0.3.7 Hazard caused by radiation
Radiation measurement is omitted - not relevant.
2.0.3.8 Hazard caused by materials and substances
Demounting (scrapping): Is to be carried out by a environmental acknowledged scrap merchant.
2.1 Safety measures
2.1.1 General safety measures
All EPOKE spreaders and equipment can be
operated by one person. Spread is controlled
entirely from the driver’s cab.
Instruction - The owner of the carrying vehicle undertakes
to ensure that the spreader is used only by people who:
• know the basic safety regulations and are thoroughly
familiar with the operation of the spreader
• have read and understood the section on safety and the
warnings in the technical documentation.
Instruction - Everyone who is authorised to work with the
spreader undertakes:
• to familiarise themselves with the basic safety regulations.
• to read and understand the section on safety and the
warnings in the technical documentation.
Instruction - only trained and instructed personnel are
permitted to work with the spreader:
• The authorisation of the personnel for starting, operating,
maintenance and repair must be clearly defined.
• Personnel in training may only work with the spreader
under the supervision of an experienced person.
Instruction - The spreader is designed with the safety
regulations in mind. Even so, the life of the driver may be
at risk while the machine is in use.
The spreader may only be used for its intended purpose
and in the proper condition as regards safety equipment.
Out of consideration for safety, the following is to be
observed:
Before operation the operator is to check whether devices
for control, safety and protection are correctly fitted and ok.
If defects are noted on safety devices or when other defects are noted which have influence on the safe
operation of the machine, there cannot be any operation
until these defects have been repaired.
Correction of flaws, maintenance and repairs are only to
be carried out, when the machine is not in operation.
After maintenance or repairs, the safety devices are to be
correctly placed.
2.1.2 Reference to permitted total weight
SKE8
Permitted total weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1200 kg
Permitted axle load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1000 kg
Supporting load on draweye . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .200 kg
Net weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 400 kg
SKE12
Permitted total weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1500 kg
Permitted axle load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1200 kg
Supporting load on draweye . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 300 kg
Net weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 500 kg
SKE15
Permitted total weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2660 kg
Permitted axle load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1210 kg
Supporting load on draweye . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 560 kg
Net weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 600 kg
SKE20
Permitted total weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3500 kg
Permitted axle load . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2800 kg
Supporting load on draweye . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 750 kg
Net weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 720 kg
2.1.3 Reference to safety measures for specific
operating conditions
2.1.3.1 Safety measures
• The tow plate of the spreader must be vertical when the
vehicle is loaded.
• The draw bar is adjustable for height as well as length.
Important: When adjusting height, self-locking nuts (A)
must only be used once, i.e. always use new selflocking nuts. Nut (M14 DIN 985 A2) torque must be
120 Nm.
• The stabiliser/supporting leg facilitates
connection/disconnection of the spreader. Before driving, the driver must check that the stabiliser/supporting
leg has been lifted.
• The depth of the tyre tread pattern must be min. 1.6 mm.
For information on air pressure in the road tyres.
2.1.3.2 Work safety
• Protection devices: The equipment must not be
operated without protection devices.
• The drawbar position must not be above hori-
zontal position due to the risk of tipping.
See section 2.1.2 Total weight reference – support load.
• Driving gear: The warranty and liability become void if
changes are made to the driving gear.
• Oblique position: The road may have a maximum incli-
nation of 10%.
• The spreader must only be subjected to repair work
when the motor of the towing vehicle has been stopped.
• Following repair work, all safety devices must be connected to the spreader.
• Unauthorised persons are to be turned away from the
danger zone.
• Persons must not be in the immediate proximity of the
machine (1 m to the side of the machine) when the
machine is operating.
• Notice! - Only spare parts recommended by the manufacturer must be used.
2.1.3.3 Before driving
Before starting, the driver should check that:
• the tow plate of the spreader must be vertical
when the vehicle is loaded.
• the spreader’s towbar is correctly positioned and secured to the tow-bar on the vehicle.
• the stabilizers have been raised.
• the safety devices are functioning.
• electrical connections and power supply have been con-
nected.
• the lights are functioning.
• the operating device has been fitted.
• the air pressure in the tyres is correct.
Remember to check adjustments.
2.1.3.4 Safety during cleaning, repairs and main-
tenance
• When cleaning, repairs, maintenance and similar
work is performed on the spreader, the motor of
the towing vehicle must be stopped.
• Intervals of maintenance are divided into operating
hours and apply to normal operating terms.
• Please observe the specified intervals of maintenance.
• See the maintenance and inspection list.
• Only the spare parts approved and recommended by
the manufacturer must be used.
Please use the original Epoke-spare parts only.
• After repair, safety devices must be correctly fitted
again.
• It is not allowed to drive without safety devices.
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2.1.3.5 Suggestions for a user guide
For a safe operation, the employer has to make
a user´s guide.
Employer is required to equip the tool with various devices
and make all necessary arrangements which correspond
to the applicable safety instruction, technical and medical
regulations.
The employer has to instruct the users of the dangers,
which may arise from operation with the tool and
precautions which must be made, and thereafter the
instruction must be repeated at regular intervals, at least
once a year.
The employer can fulfill this requirement by providing a
user´s guide. Please be aware of the legislation concerning the safety area.
You may pass on the following instructions/information of
the operation to your staff e.g.:
• Normal/permitted usage
• Abnormal usage
• Safety in public traffic
• The user must be aware of, that his/her presence in the
danger zone (working area) is forbidden.
• Information of safety devices.
• If a fault/defect arises in the equipment in the equipment
which may present a risk/danger to the insured parties,
the equipment must be stopped.
• First aid instructions
• Operational safety
• Reference to faults and their rectification
• Instructions regarding the warning instructions
• Permissible operating data
• Environmental protection
• Supervision during use
• Servicing
• Maintenance
• Repair work on load-bearing and other technical parts
relating to safety.
2.1.11 Lubricating grease
Long-term or repeated contact with the skin can entail irritation or serious skin problems. Wash thoroughly with
soap and water. Avoid inhalation of grease fumes. Avoid
wearing clothing wetted with grease.
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