Emptying The Hopper; Distributor; Rest Periods - Gaspardo PA1 Gebrauch Und Wartung

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7.0.6 EMPTYING THE HOPPER

The emptying hatch opens the doser the entire width of the dosing
roller so that the machine can be emptied quickly and effectively.
If the retaining spring is not released, by lifting the hatch slightly,
it is possible to remove a little of the hopper's contents quickly
and safely (Fig. 49).
If the retaining spring is released it is possible to pull the hatch
upwards until you hear a "click" and then totally empty the machine
(Fig. 50). Do not forget to close the hatch and secure it with the
retaining spring before filling the machine a second time!
The hatch opening is wide enough to enable the force of action of
the agitator (Fig. 51) to be easily varied in the case of particularly
problematic seeds (using the machine as a seed distributing
front hopper) (see chapter on agitator)

7.0.7 DISTRIBUTOR

The doser with all its component parts, like the totally closed
adjustment mechanism, are manufactured in stainless steel.
Likewise, all the screws and rotating bearings used in the doser
are made of stainless steel. The doser can be washed with
water once the injection tube and the dosing roller have been
removed but it is not possible to use high-pressure water jet
systems as they could damage the rotating bearings. If the
machine is very dirty, it might be necessary to disassemble some
of its parts, as described earlier. Especially in the case of
fertilizers, it is advisable to carry out thorough cleaning in order to
guarantee top quality performance of the doser for as long as
possible. GASPARDO doser hoppers, being located behind the
doser, are extremely easy to clean, a feature practically non-existent
in other models. No other doser maintenance is necessary.
The adjuster mechanism is also made of stainless steel and is
totally closed. It too can be washed with water, if special attention
is paid to the seals of the shaft (it is important not to strike the
sealing rings with high pressure water jets). A soft brush may be
used to remove the worst of the dirt. Soap-based detergent may
also be used although it is not necessary. Under no circumstances
may chemical detergents such as diluents, or pickling agents
such as acids, petrol etc be used. When cleaning takes place
outside, the relevant environmental protection regulations must
be observed.

7.0.8 REST PERIODS

At the end of the season, or if a long period of rest is foreseen it
is advisable to:
- Wash the equipment thoroughly with water, especially the
chemical substance hoppers, then dry them.
- Carefully check for worn or damaged parts and replace then
where required.
- Adjust the belt of the diffusion air pump and and replace it if
necessary.
- Firmly tighten all screws and bolts.
- Oil all the drive chains and apply lubricant to all unpainted parts.
- Protect the equipment with a (nylon) cover.
- Then position it stably in a dry place out of the reach of
unauthorized people.
It is in the interests of the user to follow these instructions carefully,
as when work recommences, he will find the equipment in perfect
condition.
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USE AND MAINTENANCE
g
fig. 49
fig. 50
fig. 51
cod. 19502170