VALMETAL V-Mix 280 Standard Operator's Manual

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Operator's Manual

Parts List

Stationary Vertical Mixer

Model : V-Mix 280 Standard

March 201613C50-0165

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION ��4 SECTION 1 - INTRODUCTION ��5 SECTION 2 - SAFETY��6

2�1 GENERAL SAFETY ��7 2�2 OPERATING SAFETY ��7 2�3 MAINTENANCE SAFETY ��8 2�4 ELECTRICAL SAFETY ��8 2�5 INSTALLATION SAFETY ��8 2�6 STORAGE SAFETY ��8 2�7 SAFETY DECALS ��8

2�8 SIGN-OFF FORM ��9 SECTION 3 - SAFETY DECAL LOCATION ��10 SECTION 4 - OPERATION ��12

4�1 TO THE NEW OPERATOR OR OWNER� ��12

4�2 MAIN COMPONENTS OF THE MACHINE ��13

4�3 BREAK-IN ��14

4�4 PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST ��14

4�5 OPERATING ��14

4�5�1 - OPERATIONAL HINTS ��14 4�5�2 - SET-UP ��14 4�5�3 - LOADING ��14 4�5�4 - BIG BALES ��14 4�5�5 - LOADING SEQUENCE ��14 4�5�6 - ADJUSTMENTS ��14 4�5�7 - UNLOADING ��15 4�5�8 - TRACTOR OPERATING SPEED ��15 4�5�9 - CUTTING KNIFES ��15

SECTION 5 - SERVICE AND MAINTENANCE ��16

5�1 SERVICE ��16

5�1�1 - FLUIDS AND LUBRICANTS ��16 5�1�2 - GREASING ��16 5�1�3 - LUBRICATING ��16 5�1�4 - CHANGING PLANETARY GEARBOX OIL ��17

5�1�5 - CHANGING 2 SPEED GEARBOX OIL ��18 5�2 - MAINTENANCE ��19 5�3 SERVICE RECORD ��20

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

Parts List

Auger - 48-2716 ��22

48-2763 - Angled blade with back plate and hardware ��24 48-0035 - Auger blade with back plate and hardware ��24

48-2741 - Discharge on auger ��26 Tub and Frame ��28 Manual Opening Door System ��30 Electrical Opening Door System ��32 Drive components ��34 Rubber Extension (Option) ��36 Scale Indicator (Option) ��38

Weightronic Scale ��38

Digi-Star Scale ��38 Planetary transmission / 45-PGA1202 �� 40 Transmission / 45-D732 ��42 PTO Drive shaft (Weasler - Black protector) ��44

PTO Transmission/Planetary - 45-PTO-35E-21-D732 �� 44 Warranty ��46 Annex - A ��47

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SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION

SORTIE 170, ROUTE 20 ST-GERMAIN, DRUMMONDVILLE

QUÉBEC, CANADA, J0C 1K0

TÉL.: (819) 395-4282

MOD. SER.

FABRIQUÉ AU CANADA MADE IN CANADA

Always state the serial number of your Valmetal Stationary Vertical Mixer when ordering parts or requesting service or other information�

The serial number plate is located where indicated� Please mark the number in the space provided for easy reference�

MODEL :

SERIAL NUMBER :

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SECTION 1 - INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your choice of a Valmetal Stationary Vertical Mixer to complement your farming operation� This equipment has been designed and manufactured to meet the needs of a discriminating buyer for the efcient slicing and mixing required by T.M.R.

Safe, efficient and trouble free operation of your Valmetal Stationary Vertical Mixer requires that you and anyone else who will be operating or maintaining the Machine, read and understand the Safety, Operation and Maintenance informations contained in the Operator's Manual�

Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators or owners�

Call your Valmetal Dealer or Distributor if you need assistance or information�

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SECTION 2 - SAFETY

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL

This Safety Alert symbol means

ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT!

YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!

The Safety Alert symbol identifies important safety messages on this Valmetal equipment and in this manual� When you see this Safety Alert symbol, be alert to the possibility of personal injury or death� Follow the instructions in the safety message�

3 big reasons why SAFETY is so important to you ?

• Accidents Disable and Kill,

• Accidents Cost,

• Accidents Can be avoided.

Note : The use of the signal words DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION with the safety messages� The appropriate signal word for each message has been selected using the following guide-lines:

DANGER

CAUTION

WARNING

An immediate and specific hazard which WILL result in severe personal injury or death if the proper precautions are not taken�

A specific hazard or unsafe practice which COULD result in severe personal injury or death if proper precautions are not taken�

Unsafe practices which COULD result in personal injury if proper practices are not taken, or as a reminder of good safety practices�

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IMPORTANT

2.1 GENERAL SAFETY

YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and maintenance of

your Valmetal Stationary vertical Mixer� YOU must ensure that you and anyone else who is going to operate, maintain or work around the machine be familiar with the operating and maintenance procedures and related SAFETY information contained in this manual�

Remember, YOU are the key to safety� Good safety practices not only protect you but also the people around you� Make these practices a working part of your safety program� Be certain that EVE- RYONE operating this equipment is familiar with the recommended operating and maintenance procedures and follows all the safety precautions� Most accidents can be prevented� Do not risk injury or death by ignoring good safety practices�

Mixer owners must give operating instructions to operators or employees before allowing them to operate the machine, and at least annually thereafter per OSHA regulation 1928�57�

The most important safety device on this equipment is a SAFE operator� It is the operator's responsibility to read and understand ALL Safety and Operating instructions in the manual and to follow these� All accidents can be avoided�

A person who has not read and understood all operating and safety instructions is not qualified to operate the machine� An untrained operator exposes himself and bystanders to possible serious injury or death�

Do not modify the equipment in any way� Unauthorized modification may impair the function and/or safety and could affect the Iife of the machine�

Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!

1� Read and understand the Operator's Manual and all safety

signs before operating, maintaining or adjusting the Stationary Vertical Mixer�

2� Have a first-aid kit available for use should the need

arise and know how to use it�

3� Have a fire extinguisher available for use should the

need arise and know how to use it�

4� Wear appropriate protective gear� This list includes but

is not limited to:

• A hard hat

• Protective shoes with slip resistant soles

• Protective glasses or goggles

• Heavy gloves

• Wet weather gear

• Hearing protection

• Respirator or filter mask 5� Install and secure all guards before starting� 6� Have only a certified electrician connect power to the unit� 7� Know the location and function of the master electrical shut-

down should the need arise�

8� Turn OFF motor, lock out power at master power panel and

wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing, maintaining, repairing, adjusting or unplugging�

9� Clear the area of people, especially small children, before star-

ting the unit�

10� Do not permit children to play on or around the Mixer, even

when not in use�

11� Review all safety related items annually with all personnel who

will be operating or maintaining the Mixer��

2.2 OPERATING SAFETY

The Stationary Vertical Mixer moving parts could cause death or severe injury to persons coming in contact with these parts� To help avoid serious accidents, the following guidelines should always be followed�

1� Read and understand the Operator's Manual and all safety

signs before operating, servicing, adjusting, repairing, unplugging or filling�

2� Be sure all safety shields are in good condition and properly

installed before operating, including driveline shields�

3� Never climb onto Mixer or place hands in any opening when

the motor is running�

4� Before starting your Stationary Vertical Mixer, make sure that

no one is inside the tub� Never allow anyone to climb over or

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near the top of the mixer while it is in operation� The rotating vertical auger(s) armed with knives will cut or sever resulting in death or severe injury to anyone who should come in contact with the vertical auger(s) while the machine is in operation�

5� Do not allow inexperienced or unqualified persons to operate

the mixer� Keep bystanders away from equipment while it is in operation� Keep children a safe distance away� Operators of the Stationary Vertical Mixer must use common sense at all times�

6� Do not wear loose or floppy clothing while operating the Sta-

tionary Vertical Mixer� Loose clothing may become entangled in moving parts or moving machinery and cause severe injury or death�

7� Know the location and function of the master electrical shut-

down should the need arise

8� Should a problem occur during operation of the Stationary

Vertical Mixer, turn OFF motor, lock out power at master power panel and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting or repairing�

9� Use caution when working around the discharge area� Never

reach in, around, or over the discharge door(s)� Never place hands in any opening when in operation�

10� Never hand feed materials into mixer while it is running� Pivo-

ting augers with knives may cut or grab hands or clothing, causing severe injury�

11� Never operate machine with a cracked, bent, missing or broken

knife�

12� Review safety instructions with all operators annually�

2.3 MAINTENANCE SAFETY

1� Follow ALL the operating, maintenance and safety informa-

tions in the manual�

2� Follow good Shop Practices:

• Keep service area clean and dry�

• Be sure electrical outlets and tools are properly grounded�

• Use adequate light for the job at hand�

3� Always turn OFF motor, lock out power at master power panel

and wait for all moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting, repairing or unplugging�

4� If work must be performed inside the mixer, put a protective

cover over the knives�

5� Use caution when stepping inside the tub, floor might be slip-

pery�

6� Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving and/or

rotating parts�

7� Never wear ill-fitting, baggy or frayed clothing when working

around or on any of the drive system components�

2.4 ELECTRICAL SAFETY

1� Have a qualified electrician to connect power to the machine� 2� Keep electrical wires and connections in good repair� 3� Maintain a dry working area�

2.5 INSTALLATION SAFETY

1� Use only a hoist, crane or forklift with sufficient lifting capa-

city and stability to handle the machine�

2� Have 2 men available to maneuver the unit when lifting,

moving or installing�

3� Have a qualified electrician to connect power to the machine�

2.6 STORAGE SAFETY

1� Store the Stationary Vertical Mixer on a firm, level surface� 2� Store away from areas of human activity� 3� Do not permit children to play on or around the stored ma-

chine�

2.7 SAFETY DECALS

1� Keep safety decals and signs clean and readable at all times� 2� Replace safety decals and signs that are missing or have be-

come illegible�

3� Replaced parts that displayed a safety sign should also display

the current sign�

4� Safety decals or signs are available from your Dealer Parts De-

partment or the factory�

How to install Safety DecaIs:

• Be sure that the installation area is clean and dry�

• Decide on the exact position before you remove the backing paper�

• Remove the smallest portion of the split backing paper�

• Align the decal over the specified area and carefully press the small portion with the exposed sticky backing in place�

• Slowly peel back the remaining paper and carefully smooth the remaining portion of the decal in place�

• Small air pockets can be pierced with a pin and smoothed out using the piece of decal backing paper�

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2.8 SIGN-OFF FORM

Valmetal inc� follows the general Safety Standards specified by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA)� Anyone who will be operating and/or maintaining the Stationary Vertical Mixer must read and clearly understand ALL Safety, Operating and Maintenance information presented in this manual�

Do not operate or allow anyone else to operate this equipment until such information has been reviewed� Annually review this information�

Make these periodic reviews of SAFETY and OPERATION a standard practice for all of your equipment� We feel that an untrained operator is unqualified to operate this machine

SIGN-OFF FORM

DATE EMPLOYEE'S SIGNATURE EMPLOYER'S SIGNATURE

A sign-off sheet is provided for your record keeping to show that all personnel who will be working with the equipment have read and understand the information in the Operator's Manual and have been instructed in the operation of the equipment�

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SECTION 3 - SAFETY DECAL LOCATION

WARNING

AVERTISSEMENT

MISSING SHIELD HAZARD

GARDE ABSENT

To prevent serious injury or death from exposed hazard:

1. Install and secure shields before operating.

2. Keep hands, feets, hair and clothing away from moving parts

À défaut de suivre ces instructions, cela pourrait entraîner de sérieuses blessures ou même la mort.

1. Installer les gardes de façon sécuritaire avant la mise en marche de la machine.

2. Garder les mains, pieds, cheveux et vêtements éloignés des éléments mobiles.

01-60-0070

RAPIDE / FAST

LENT / SLOW

13C33-0024

HUILE / OIL

80W90

The types of decals and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustration below� Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various Safety Decals, the type of warning and the area, particular function related to that area, that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS�

Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!

WARNING

MOVING PART HAZARD

Keep hands out of machine when operating.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS

COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

AVERTISSEMENT

PIÈCES EN MOUVEMENT

En opération, ne pas mettre les mains dans la machine.

À DÉFAUT DE SUIVRE CES INSTRUCTIONS,

CELA POURRAIT ENTRAÎNER DE SÉRIEUSES

BLESSURES OU MÊME LA MORT

Title : Moving Part Hazard num : 01-60-0100

01-60-0100

Title : Missing Guard Hazard num : 01-60-0070

3 flange bearings

ELECTROCUTION HAZARD

1. Have a qualified electrician provide power.

2. Keep electrical components in good repair.

3. Keep electrical components dry.

RISQUE D’ÉLECTROCUTION

1. Toujours avoir un électricien qualifié pour faire les connections.

2. Garder les composants électriques en bonne condition.

3. Garder les composants électriques au sec.

Title : Electrocution Hazard num : 01-60-0045

DANGER

01-60-0045

Title : Oil 80W90

IMPORTANT

GRAISSER LES ARBRES À CARDAN

TOUTES LES 8hres D’OPÉRATION

GREASE P.T.O. SHAFT(S)

EVERY 8 HOURS OF OPERATION

Title : Grease after 8 hrs� num : 13C33-0148

WARNING

ROTATING PART HAZARD

Keep all guards and shield in place. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts.

Keep others away.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS

COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

AVERTISSEMENT

PIÈCES EN MOUVEMENT

Garder tous les écrans protecteurs en place. Garder les mains, pieds, cheveux et vêtements éloignés des éléments mobiles et rotafifs. Garder les gens et les animaux à une distance sécuritaire de la machine.

À DÉFAUT DE SUIVRE CES INSTRUCTIONS,

CELA POURRAIT ENTRAÎNER DE SÉRIEUSES

BLESSURES OU MÊME LA MORT

Title : Rotating Part Hazard num : 01-60-0115

13C33-0148

01-60-0115

REMEMBER - If Safety Decals have been damaged, removed, become illegible or parts replaced without decals, new decals must be applied. New decals are available from your authorized dealer.

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The types of decals and locations on the equipment are shown in the illustration below� Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself with

WARNING

AVERTISSEMENT

MISSING SHIELD HAZARD

GARDE ABSENT

To prevent serious injury or death from exposed hazard:

1. Install and secure shields before operating.

2. Keep hands, feets, hair and clothing away from moving parts

À défaut de suivre ces instructions, cela pourrait entraîner de sérieuses blessures ou même la mort.

1. Installer les gardes de façon sécuritaire avant la mise en marche de la machine.

2. Garder les mains, pieds, cheveux et vêtements éloignés des éléments mobiles.

01-60-0070

13C33-0024

the various Safety Decals, the type of warning and the area, particular function related to that area, that requires your SAFETY AWARENESS�

Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!

Title : Grease num : 13C33-0024

DANGER

ELECTROCUTION HAZARD

1. Have a qualified electrician provide power.

2. Keep electrical components in good repair.

3. Keep electrical components dry.

RISQUE D’ÉLECTROCUTION

1. Toujours avoir un électricien qualifié pour faire les connections.

2. Garder les composants électriques en bonne condition.

3. Garder les composants électriques au sec.

Title : Electrocution Hazard num : 01-60-0045

REMEMBER - If Safety Decals have been damaged, removed, become illegible or parts replaced without decals, new decals must be applied. New decals are available from your authorized dealer.

01-60-0045

Title : Missing Shield Hazard num : 01-60-0070

DANGER

STAY CLEAR OF ROTATING AUGER & KICKER

ATTENTION

RESTEZ ÉLOIGNÉ DES VIS EN MOUVEMENT

Title : Rotating Auger num : 13C33-0129

13C33-0129

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Title : Grease num : 13C33-0024

WARNING

TUB HAZARD

Do not climb into the machine when motor is running.

Keep others out.

FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS

COULD RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH

AVERTISSEMENT

RISQUE CUVE

Ne pas monter sur la machine lorsque celle-ci est en marche.

Maintenir les gens à l’écart.

À DÉFAUT DE SUIVRE CES INSTRUCTIONS,

CELA POURRAIT ENTRAÎNER DE SÉRIEUSES

BLESSURES OU MÊME LA MORT

Title : Tub Hasard num : 01-60-0120

01-60-0120

SECTION 4 - OPERATION

4.1 TO THE NEW OPERATOR OR OWNER.

OPERATING SAFETY

1� Read and understand the Operator's Manual and all safety

signs before operating, servicing, adjusting, repairing, unplugging or filling�

2� Be sure all safety shields are in good condition and properly

installed before operating�

3� Never climb onto Mixer or place hands in any opening when a

motor is running� 4� Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts� 5� Do not wear loose or floppy clothing while operating the Statio-

nary Vertical Mixer � 6� Use caution when working around the discharge area� Never

reach in, around, or over the discharge door(s)� Never place

hands in any opening when in operation 7� Know the location and function of the master electrical shut-

down should the need arise� 8� Should a problem occur during operation of the mixer, turn

OFF motor, lock out power at master power panel and wait for

all moving parts to stop before servicing, adjusting or repai-

ring� 9� Do not allow inexperienced or unqualified persons to operate

the mixer� Keep bystanders away from equipment while it is in

operation� Keep children a safe distance away� Operators of

the Rotary Mixer must use common sense at all times� 10� Never operate machine with a cracked, bent, missing or broken

knife� 11� Review safety instructions with all operators annually�

It is the responsibility of the owner or operator to read this manual and to train all other operators before they start working with the machine. Follow all safety instructions exactly. Safety is everyone's business. By following recommended procedures, a safe working environments is provided for the operator, bystanders and the area around the worksite. Untrained operators are not qualied to operate this machine.

Many features incorporated into this machine are the result of suggestions made by customers like you� Read this manual carefully to learn how to operate the machine safely and how to set it to provide maximum efficiency� By following the operating instructions in conjunction with a good maintenance program, your Stationary Vertical Mixer will provide many years of trouble-free service�

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4.2 MAIN COMPONENTS OF THE MACHINE

A Auger J PTO drive shaft

B Door K Electrical door opening system

C Limit switch L Transmission

D Guard M Guard

E Discharge chute N Scale indicator

F Oil expansion tank O Restrictor

G Weight bar P Tub

H Motor Q Rubber extension

I Pulleys & Drive belts R Ladder

J K

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FG H I

4.3 BREAK-IN

Although there are no operational restrictions on the Mixer when it is used for the first time, it is recommended that the following mechanical items be checked:

4.5.2 - SET-UP

Hay restrictors must be set (you will have to experiment with various settings until the desired length of cut is achieved)

After operating for 1 hour:

• Check the alignment of the pulleys� Align as required�

• Check the tension of the belts� Tension as required�

• Retorque all fasteners and hardware�

After operating for 10 hours:

• Check the alignment of pulleys and tension of belts� Align and

tension as required�

• Retorque all fasteners and hardware�

• Go to the normal servicing and maintenance schedule as

defined in the Maintenance Section�

4.4 PRE-OPERATION CHECKLIST

Efficient and safe operation of the Valmetal Vertical Mixer requires that each operator reads and understands the operating procedures and all related safety precautions outlined in this section� A pre-operation checklist is provided for the operator� It is important to follow this checklist in order to ensure personal safety and the good mechanical condition of the machine�

Before operating the Mixer and each time thereafter, the following areas should be checked off:

1� Lubricate the machine per the schedule outlined in the Main-

tenance Section� 2� Check for entangled material in any components� 3� Check that all electrical wires and connections are in good

condition and tight� 4� Make sure that the mixer is sitting level and that the electronic

scale is calibrated� 5� Check tension and alignment of all conveyor chains� Tension

and align as required� 6� Make sure all guards and shields are in place, secured and

functioning as designed�

4.5.3 - LOADING

Note : Always remove twines from bale before putting into the tub�

4.5.4 - BIG BALES

Large square or round bales must be processed alone before they can be mixed efficiently with other ingredients�

It is very important that dry forages are coarsely cut first, than the other ingredients can be added while the mixer is running�

The long stem forages will continue to be cut as other materials are added and mixed�

4.5.5 - LOADING SEQUENCE

After the long stem forages are coarsely cut, other ingredients can be added and mixed�

The loading sequence may vary but typical sequence would be :

1� Haylage� 2� Corn silage� 3� Small quantity ingredients (minerals, proteins, etc�)� 4� Grains, wet and dry ingredients� 5� Water or any other liquid ingredients�

As a rule of thumb, when all ingredients are added, allow a final mix time of 3 to 7 minutes�

You may have to make some tries to find the best loading sequence for your own situation�

4.5.6 - ADJUSTMENTS

When processing material, especialy when the mixture consists of a high percentage of hay, there may be spillage over the side of the tub� To remedy :

4.5 OPERATING

4.5.1 - OPERATIONAL HINTS

Although the mixer is simple and easy to operate, there are some basic rules and steps to follow to achieve top mixing performance� It may be necessary to make some trial loads before the ideal mixture is achieved�

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• Operate at low speed�

• Retract and lock out restrictor plates�

• Reduce load size�

If spillage still occurs, the optional rubber side extensions may be needed�

4.5.7 - UNLOADING

Avoid stopping the mixing auger when fully loaded. It is

recommended to unload the mixed ration immediately af-

ter mixing. A fully loaded tub left sitting for a long period

of time will allow the mixed ration to settle in the tub and

on the auger ighting.

It will take more horse power and cause more stress on the drive

mechanism�

To adjust the height of the discharge conveyor, change the length of

the chains on the sides of the conveyor� For best performance, set

at the lowest height possible� The conveyor motor will start running

when the hydraulic cylinder reaches full stroke�

4.5.8 - TRACTOR OPERATING SPEED

Run tractor at no more than ¾" rated tractor RPM� When the mixture

consists of a high percentage of hay, this will reduce the spillage

of hay�

4.5.9 - CUTTING KNIFES

The quantity and location of knifes that come standard with the mixer

are what we think is the best cutting action with a minimum of hor-

sepower requirements�

Removing knifes will decrease the speed of cutting action and re-

duce the horsepower requirements� Adding extra knifes will help

break down and cut long stem faster but will increase horsepower

requirements�

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