Berthoud APOLO 600 User manual
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APOLO 600
375.418 B English
To be kept for future consultation 03/98
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TECHNICAL DATA
CHASSIS : Steel profile and plate.
HOPPER : Sheet plate, 600 litres capacity, large
opening closed by a tilt.
MECHANISM : Speed multiplier with POLY-V
drive belt.
FEEDING:2disengageablearchemediansscrew
driven by a hydraulic motor.
Speed adjustment by flow regulation.
Thissystemensuresperfectevennessofpowder
distribution.
The powder runs directly on to the distribution
blade.
No risk of the turbine, ventilation cage or caisson
becoming clogged..
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FAN : Aluminium.
Speed of rotation : 4.650 rpm.
DISTRIBUTION : Through two swivelling blades
with adjustable treatment device for the first row.
MIXER : Anti-vault device using 2 vibrating
partitions (BERTHOUD patent).
SPACE REQUIREMENTS
AND WEIGHT
Length (A) 2,00 m
Width (B) 0,92 m
Hopper height (C) 1,08 m
Overall height 1,13 m
Weight empty 267 kg
Gross vehicule weight 720 kg
APOLO 600
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WARNING
Successful treatment depends on correct
operation of your duster.
Correct operation depends on precise
calibration of the equipment, and this requires
careful checking.
When this checking has been undertaken, the
duster must be commissioned correctly, this
also being necessary for correct spraying and
operation.
Finally,tobecertain thatyourdustercangiveyou
the performance you expect, for a long time,
make sure that you undertake the maintenance
operations required.
CHECKING, STARTING-UP,
OPERATION, MAINTENANCE
are therefore essential operations, and you have
every reason to carefully read the details in this
booklet.
"This duster has been manufactered using
materials which withstand most plant protection
chemicals currently available on the market.
Nevertheless, BERTHOUD cannot assume
responsibility for any damage resulting from an
incompatibilitty of the crop protection chemicals
or product mixtures with the plastic materials:
(polyethylene, polyvinyl chloride, polypropylene,
Vitton, nitrile polyamide)."
PRECAUTIONS WHEN WELDING
When electric arc welding operations are
undertakenonyoursprayeritisOBLIGATORYto
disconnect all electrical boxes ; if this is not done
the electronic components may be destroyed,
and the guarantee is null and void.
Each time a connecting box is repaired, it should
be given a coat of KF 1280 insulating varnish.
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- APOLO 600 -
POSITIONS OF THE SAFETY STICKERS
417.572 417.579
417.590
418.630
It is very important to keep the safety stickers in location and in
good condition as they draw your attention to possible dangers
and refer to the operator's manual.
Seethefollowingpagesandcheck their location on the sprayer.
417.583
417.588
417.577
417.587
540
Tmin
Rmin
Umin
Gmin
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HAND
PROTECTION
OBLIGATORY
ROTATING SPEED OF
540 REVOLUTIONS PER
MINUTE RECOMMENDED
EYE
PROTECTION
OBLIGATORY
AIR PASSAGE
PROTECTION
OBLIGATORY
FOOT
PROTECTION
OBLIGATORY
HAND
PROTECTION
OBLIGATORY
RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK AND
ELECTROCUTION
SWITCH OFF THE ENGINE
AND REMOVE THE
IGNITION KEY BEFORE
UNDER-TAKING WITH ANY
INSPECTION,
MAINTENANCE OR
REPAIR OPERATION
RISK OF ASPHYXIA
DO NOT ENTER
IN THE TANK
GENERIC WARNING
SYMBOL
READ THE OPERATING
MANUAL BEFORE
ANY OPERATION
MEANING OF THE SAFETY STICKERS
T/min
R/min
U/min
G/min
540
NOW WASH
YOUR HANDS FILL WITH
CLEAR WATER
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RISK OF SNATCHING
DO NOT OPEN OR REMOVE
THE PROTECTIVE COVERS
WHILE THE TRACTOR
POWER TAKE-OFF SHAFT
IS ENGAGED AND THE
ENGINE IS RUNNING
RISK OF CRUSHING
KEEP A SAFE DISTANCE
FROM THE SPRAYER
RISK OF SNATCHING
DO NOT OPEN OR
REMOVE THE
PROTECTIVE GUARDS
WHILE THE TRACTOR
POWER TAKE-OFF SHAFT
IS ENGAGED AND THE
ENGINE IS RUNNING
RISK OF INJURY
KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM
VENTILATION FAN WHILE
THE TRACTOR POWER
TAKE-OFF SHAFT IS
ENGAGED AND THE
ENGINE IS RUNNING
KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM
THE SCREW WHILE THE
TRACTOR POWER TAKE-
OFF SHAFT IS
CONNECTED AND THE
ENGINE IS RUNNING
MEANING OF THE SAFETY STICKERS
GENERIC WARNING
SYMBOL RISK OF PROJECTION
STAYAT ASAFE
DISTANCE FROM THE
SPRAYER
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ACCEPTABLE USE OF THE DUSTER
Do not use your duster out of its function : spraying crop protection chemicals, spraying of
plant protective products.
In the event of any damage related to the use of the duster outside the framework of the
applications specified by the manufacturer, the latter shall not be liable.
Any extrapolation of the sprayer's original intended use shall be at the user's risk.
Acceptable use of the duster also implies :
- compliance with the operating, servicing and maintenance instructions laid down by the
manufacturer,
- theexclusiveuseoforiginalspare parts, equipmentandaccessoriesorthoserecommended
by the manufacturer.
The duster must only be used, serviced and repaired by trained people, familiar with its
characteristics and methods of use. These people must also be aware of the dangers they
may be exposed to.
The user must comply strictly with existing regulations as regards :
- accident prevention,
- safety at work (Labour Code),
- travelling on the public highway (Road legislation).
He must strictly observe the warnings affixed on the duster.
Any change to the duster done by the user himself or any other person, without the
manufacturer'spriorwrittenagreement,shallmeanthatthelatterisnotliableforanydamages
which may result.
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- This sprayer should be used by a fully trained operator in spray techniques,
- Do not allow anyone to enter the sprayer's working radius,
- The only workpost is the tractor's cab when the sprayer is in operation,
- In addition to the instructions contained in this manual, comply with the legislation relating
to safety and accident prevention regulations,
- The stickers on the sprayer indicate safety measures to be complied with to prevent
accidents,
- The user must train himself in the operation of this sprayer before doing any work,
- Read the sprayer's "counter-indications" section,
- Protect yourself from spray drift during spraying,
- No passengers should be carried on the sprayer,
- Take care when hitching or unhitching the sprayer,
- Before hitching the sprayer, make sure that there is sufficient ballast on the tractor's front
axle,
- All the remote controls must be placed so that they cannot cause a dangerous situation,
- Before doing anything on the sprayer, disconnect the power take-off, switch off the engine,
remove the ignition key and wait until the sprayer has stopped completely,
- Make sure that all the safety covers are in place,
- Carry out the adjustments and a water spray test before preparing the spray mixture,
- Dispose of chemical cans in accordance with the instructions given by the manufacturer.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
- For all maintenance work, the PTO has to be disconnected, the tractor engine must be
switched off, the ignition key removed,
- Only carry out operations on the boom when it is at its lowest position.
- Only use recommended spare parts by BERTHOUD.
MAINTENANCE
- Checkthatthe hydraulic hoses are ingoodconditionandreplace them if they aredamaged.
HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT
- Beware of crush risks in the 3-point lifting area,
- Comply with the maximum weight allowed on the tractor hitch for trailed machines,
- Disconnect the power take-off, switch off the engine and remove the tractor's ignition key
while the sprayer's drive shafts are being connected,
- Use only EC-approved drive shafts. Fit them and service them in accordance with their
manufacturer's instructions. Replace their protectors as soon as they are damaged,
- Rest the drive shafts on their supports as soon as they are disconnected.
HITCHING
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The duster’s identification plate is located on the front left-hand side of the chassis.
The reference in the "Type" box is composed of letters and numbers.
Example : 8 AP OL 600 = Apolo 600
06 = Tank capacity 600 litres
AP OL = Apolo (basic model)
8= duster (product familly)
DESCRIPTIVE PLATE
The "Kerb weight" and "Gross vehicule
weight" boxes use the data in the table on
page 1.
Manufacturing year
The "Serial No." box is composed
of 8 figures
Example : 95 1042 04 = serial number
Z.I. de Bois Baron
1, rue de l'industrie
69220 BELLEVILLE S/S - FRANCE
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