Vicon RO-M Fertiliser Spreader User Manual – 2008 Edition (EN)

Description

Vicon RO-M Fertiliser Spreader User Manual

This is the complete English-language user manual for the Vicon RO-M series fertiliser spreader, covering the RO-M 1100, RO-M 1550 and RO-M 2000 models. Published with item number 07-2008 and print date 10.2008, this manual applies from machine number 1001 and serial number 77154/VN206 (reference VN70050788/3).

Whether you are mounting the spreader for the first time, dialling in a precise application rate, setting up border spreading with TrimFlow, or troubleshooting a blockage in the field, this manual is the reference document that ships with the machine from the manufacturer, Kverneland Group Nieuw-Vennep B.V.

File Details

• Manual Type: User Manual (Operator’s Manual)
• Brand: Vicon
• Models Covered: RO-M 1100, RO-M 1550, RO-M 2000
• Language: English (EN)
• Page Count: 161 pages
• Format: PDF
• Item Number: 07-2008
• Print Date: 10.2008
• Reference Number: VN70050788 /3
• Machine Number From: 1001
• Serial Number From: 77154/VN206
• Manufacturer: Kverneland Group Nieuw-Vennep B.V., Hoofdweg 1278, NL-2153 LR Nieuw-Vennep, The Netherlands

Chapters Covered

This Vicon RO-M user manual is organised into the following top-level sections, each with detailed sub-chapters:

• Preface — target group, meaning of symbols, safety pictograms
• Safety — for your safety, other guidelines, warning stickers, safety requirements
• Getting Familiar with the Machine — applications, RotaFlow spreading system, spreading pattern (full field, border spreading), technical specifications
• Before First Use — inspection of the supplied machine, mounting instructions, vane combinations, hopper extension, hopper cover, TrimFlow mounting, tramline cylinder mounting, calibration container, tractor provisions
• Mounting the Coupling Shaft — checking length, shortening, setting the safety clutch
• Connecting to the Tractor — selecting linkage pin height, connecting the machine, coupling shaft, hydraulic hoses, electric plugs, power lift
• To Be Done Before Spreading — finding correct settings, fertiliser characteristics, distribution, specific weight, online spreading chart service, setting the spreader
• Working Width, Application Rate, Inclination, PTO Shaft rpm — vane combinations, discharge point, dosing settings, fine application
• Filling — loading height, working method
• Calibration Test — performing the test, adjusting dosing settings with and without fine application
• Check the Spreading Pattern (Tray Test) — left/right pattern comparison, full field pattern test, border spreading plate test, TrimFlow test, tramline cylinder test
• Driving on the Road — before taking the road, preparing the machine for transport
• Use in the Field — adjusting the machine, spreading height, set tramlines, spreading, border spreading (one-sided with border spreading plate, boundary track spreading with TrimFlow or tramline cylinder), over- and underdosing
• Failure and Stoppage — causes, method of diagnosis, damage assessment
• Storing, Cleaning, Disconnecting — short and long-term storage, cleaning procedure, safe disconnection
• Maintenance — intervals, oil and grease content, coupling shaft, gear boxes, connectors, torques, checking the hydraulic system, dosing mechanism settings, discharge point setting mechanism, replacing the agitator axle seal
• Accessories — TrimFlow, tramline cylinder, border spreading plate, calibration container, hopper extensions, hopper cover, trailer, accumulator set, hydraulic tap set, one-sided closing set, lights, 28 meter set
• Troubleshooting — table of common problems and solutions
• Falling into Disuse — disposal of metal, plastic, oil, rubber, electronic waste and fertiliser
• Liability, Complaints, Guarantee — legal terms
• EC Declaration of Conformity — standards and directives

This Vicon RO-M user manual is far more than a quick-start guide. It takes the reader through the complete lifecycle of the machine, from pre-delivery inspection and first-time mounting through to seasonal maintenance and end-of-life disposal. The opening chapters establish the safety framework for working with the spreader, including the meaning of every warning sticker that appears on the machine, the correct personal protective equipment, and the requirements for safe operation around the tractor PTO, hydraulic system and electric controls. From there, the manual guides the operator through the mechanical details of attachment: selecting the correct linkage pin height for the crop, mounting the coupling shaft at the correct length for the tractor, setting the safety clutch, and connecting the hydraulic and electric systems with the correct colour-coded hoses.

The core of the manual is the spreading setup section. This is where the operator learns how to determine fertiliser characteristics, including granule type and pattern, distribution, and specific weight. The manual explains how to use the spreading chart book and the online spreading chart service to find the correct dosing setting, discharge point and vane combination for a given working width, application rate and driving speed. Detailed calibration test procedures are provided, with worked examples for adjusting the dosing setting both with and without the fine application kit. The tray test section shows how to verify the spreading pattern on the left and right sides and across the full working width, with instructions for adjusting the discharge point when the pattern is too narrow or too wide.

Border spreading is covered in depth, with separate procedures for the border spreading plate, the tramline cylinder, and the TrimFlow system. Each method has its own setup, testing and adjustment procedure, with diagrams showing the correct driving pattern and bucket placement. The manual also covers over- and underdosing techniques and explains how the spreading pattern overlap affects the result.

Maintenance and troubleshooting receive thorough treatment. The maintenance intervals table lists daily, weekly, first-10-hour, 100-hour and annual tasks. The manual explains how to check the dosing mechanism position, set the discharge bushing height, adjust the dosing baffles, and replace the agitator axle seal. A comprehensive torque table covers metric bolts from M5 to M24 across quality grades 4.6, 8.8 and 10.9. The troubleshooting table addresses incorrect application rates, left/right discharge differences, dust during spreading, visible spreading tracks, machine noise and vibration, with causes and solutions for each.

What This Manual Enables You to Do

With this Vicon RO-M user manual on hand, you can confidently handle every routine and non-routine task that the spreader demands:

• Mount and connect the spreader to a Cat. II three-point power lift correctly, including coupling shaft length adjustment and safety clutch setting
• Determine fertiliser characteristics and select the correct spreading chart for the machine
• Set working width, application rate, discharge point and vane combination accurately for full field spreading
• Perform calibration tests and adjust the dosing setting to achieve the exact application rate
• Conduct tray tests to verify spreading pattern and correct any uneven distribution
• Set up and test all three border spreading options: border spreading plate, TrimFlow and tramline cylinder
• Work the headland correctly and set tramlines for accurate overlap
• Diagnose and resolve blockages, irregular spreading and machine vibration in the field
• Carry out maintenance according to the specified intervals and torque values
• Prepare the machine for road transport and for winter storage
• Disconnect and store the spreader safely

Why Correct Procedures and Specifications Matter

Fertiliser spreading is an operation where small errors compound quickly. An incorrectly set discharge point can leave visible streaks across a field that reduce yield for the rest of the season. A dosing setting that has not been verified with a calibration test can over-apply or under-apply by a significant margin, wasting costly fertiliser or short-changing the crop. A spreading pattern that has not been checked with a tray test can cause uneven growth that is difficult to correct after the fact. Border spreading set up incorrectly can result in fertiliser loss into ditches and watercourses, breaching environmental standards and creating a burden on the environment.

The Vicon RO-M user manual addresses each of these risks with step-by-step procedures, worked examples and adjustment tables. It is the reference document that ensures the machine is set up to deliver an even spread pattern, the correct application rate, and full compliance with environmental standards for border spreading. For anyone operating or maintaining the RO-M 1100, RO-M 1550 or RO-M 2000, this manual is not optional reading.

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This Vicon RO-M user manual is delivered as an instant PDF download. There is no shipping, no waiting for a physical book to arrive, and no restriction on which device you use. Read it on a laptop in the workshop, on a tablet in the field, or print the pages you need for a specific job. The PDF format allows you to zoom in on the detailed diagrams, spreading charts and torque tables, and to keep a permanent copy on your computer or in your cloud storage. When you need to check a calibration procedure, a discharge point setting or a maintenance interval, the answer is a quick search away.