First Activation Following Long Inactivity (Storage, Repair, Etc.)

When first activating the machine after major overhaul or repairs and after long storage, the machine must be prepared as follows.

causym CAUTION: Do not leave any rinse water in the sprayer for a longer period of time, since high temperatures may cause development of micro organisms which could be harmfull for your health.

causym CAUTION: The risk of malfunctioning is greater than normal during initial commissioning. Take extra care, therefore.

  • Make sure you are familiar with the user documentation.
  • Connect the electrical controls correctly.
  • Connect all hydraulic hoses correctly.
  • Check the pump oil level.
  • Check whether all moving parts can run freely.
  • Check whether there is no damage to the machine, particularly to external electrical wiring and parts carrying liquid (e.g. transport damage).
  • Check the tire pressure, play in the wheel bearings and tightening torque (480 N·m) of the wheel bolts.
  • Attach all hoses which were uncoupled (frost protection) and/or remove the antifreeze. Fill the tank with water for this purpose and flush the complete machine through.

causym CAUTION: Test running of the machine must always take place using clean water. This gives the least risk for the user, the environment and the crops in the case of any technical malfunctions or operational errors.

  • Test run the machine and open the main and boom section valves. Check there are no leakages (pump, hoses) and replace any defective parts (hoses, seals).
  • Check the working of all operating functions.
  • Check the nozzle flow rate and the spraying pattern of the various nozzles.

The machine is now ready for use.

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