Scope of product documentation ● This manual is only part of the product documentation. The complete documentation consists of the following manuals: 7159-90 . . -108 Animal segregation AutoSelect 3000 (Ethernet) Automatic animal identification 7160-90 . . -422 Ear identification Identification frame 7160-90 .
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General Information on the document Necessary documents All the manuals for other installed subsystems. Structure of the manual This manual has a modular structure and is intended exclusively for the named product. For more information on the product and its components refer to the corresponding documents and manuals.
General Customer services Manufacturer's address GEA Farm Technologies GmbH Siemensstraße 25-27 D-59199 Bönen +49 (0) 2383 / 93-70 +49 (0) 2383 / 93-80 [email protected] www.gea.com Customer services Authorized Technical Dealer If necessary, please contact your nearest dealer. There is a comprehensive dealer Internet search function on our web site at the following address: www.gea.com...
EC - Declaration of conformity for machines EC - Declaration of conformity for machines in accordance with EC Machinery Directive 2006/42 /EC, Annex II 1. A Manufacturer: GEA Farm Technologies GmbH Siemensstraße 25-27 D-59199 Bönen We, as manufacturer, declare in sole responsibility that the machinery...
● We would specifically like to point out that parts or accessories not supplied by ourselves and setting instructions not provided by GEA Houle are not checked or released by us either. ● The installation or use of products from other manufacturers may affect the specified properties of the original parts and lead to injury to people and animals.
Safety Explanation of the safety symbols warnings used ● The personnel is regularly instructed in all relevant matters of safety at work and protection of the environment and is familiar with the manual, particularly the safety instructions it contains. ● Operating personnel in training may only work with the product under the supervision of an experienced operator.
Safety General safety instructions and dangers General safety instructions and dangers Note: There are warnings about specific residual hazards in the corresponding chapters. ● Work or activities connected with the product might involve risks. The safety and operating instructions in this manual must always be observed to ensure that the product is used safely.
Safety Personnel qualifications Personnel qualifications Everyone who performs work or activities in connection with the product must carefully read and understand the manual and then act accordingly. ● All work on electrical equipment and electrical connection work should only be performed by trained electricians.
Safety Safety guards and devices Safety guards and devices Safety signs Replace any safety markings, signs, labels on the product if they become illegible or lost. Item Part No. Description 0010 0024-6063-000 Warning sign Injury to hands (50 x 43) 0020 0024-6060-000 Warning sign...
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Safety Safety guards and devices Animal segregation Gate locking system 7159-9001-108 13 / 92 01. February 2020...
- neck - Leg - ear Variant (AutoSelect 3000) ● This segregation system is connected to the DairyPlan herd management system and receives the segregation criteria via the central process control PC. ● All animals are fitted with a responder/Rescounter.
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Variant (AutoSelect 3000 SA - StandAlone) Note: The term AutoSelect 3000 is always used in this manual; the term SA is only used for special functions which relate to the SA. ● This segregation system operates without being linked to a PC.
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Description Structure and functions options Automatic gate locking system The segregation gate is locked depending on the operating status of the vacuum pump. In this way, segregated animals are prevented from pushing open the segregation gate and proceeding to the milking parlour during the time between milkings. Gate open Gate locked (vacuum pump switched on)
Description Structure and functions 3.1.1 Functional sequence (AutoSelect 3000 / AutoSelect 3000 HD) Notes ● All animals which are to be segregated will be fitted with a responder/Rescounter according to the design in each case and will be identified by the identification frame.
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Description Structure and functions 1 animal in the segregation area ● B2 (2x): Light scanner free ● Segregation gate moves 2 animals in the segregation area ● B2 (2x): If the light scanners identify another animal, the segregation gate remains in the initial position ●...
Description Structure and functions 3.1.2 Segregation certainty Basically, the reliability of segregation depends on ● Constant flow of animals A high level of reliability in segregation firstly depends upon a uniform flow of animals. - Low frequency of animals will ensure a high degree of reliability in respect of segregation.
Description Design guidelines Design guidelines Animal segregation in the milking installation Example: 2 x AutoSelect 3000 > 6 m Milking parlour ● animal identification (ID) Waiting yard Segregation bay Animal segregation AutoSelect 3000 ● animal identification (ID) ● Entrance gate ●...
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Description Design guidelines animal identification When planning the system, follow all of the instructions for the components used! 7160-90 . . -422 Ear identification Identification frame 7160-90 . . -423 Neck/leg identification 7160-90 . . -427 Transmitter/receiver VP1801 Minimum distance to other identification systems (6 m) Attention! In order to rule out the possibility of two identification systems affecting each other, a distance of at least 6 m is to be retained between identification...
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Description Design guidelines Non-return gate Note: A non-return gate might have a negative effect on the flow of animals! Note the following: ● At the beginning, the cows have to get used to the non-return gate and often just stand in front of it because they have not yet found out how the gate opens. ●...
Description Default setting Technical Data Electrical specifications Supply voltage 24 V DC air consumption The air consumed when two segregation gates and the entrance gate are actuated at the same time is approx. 13.1 l or approx. 395 l/min for a maximum 2 seconds. animal identification For further information see manual: 7160-90 .
Transport and storage Disposing of packaging material Transport and storage Particular hazards ● Projecting sharp edges may cause cuts. ● If parts are stacked too high, the stack can become unstable and collapse. ● The highly inflammable packaging material represents a fire hazard - naked lights and smoking are prohibited.
Mounting Safety Instructions Mounting If necessary, please contact your nearest dealer. Special Personnel Qualifications Installation may only be carried out by specially qualified personnel in accordance with the safety instructions. See also the section on ”Personnel qualification”. Safety Instructions To prevent damage to property and/or life-threatening injury to people during installation, the following points must always be observed: ●...
Mounting Requirements Particular hazards ● Live cable ends and components can cause injuries due to electrical current. ● Lines which are not laid properly (e.g. bending radius too small) can cause scorching and electrical fires. If the bending radius is too small, it should be removed. ●...
Mounting Preparations before installation Preparations before installation Necessary documents ● Foundation plans To be provided by the customer ● Frame parts for the driving passage ● Screen for the segregation area 7159-9001-108 29 / 92 01. February 2020...
Mounting Installation of the frame Installation of the frame 5.6.1 Preassembling the entrance gate (AutoSelect 3000 / AutoSelect 5000) Assembly plan 7159-9001-108 30 / 92 01. February 2020...
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Mounting Installation of the frame Installation material Entrance gate Item Part No. Description Qty. 7159-5545-030 Entrance gate 7065-5778-080 Pipe bend, welded 7159-5546-020 Gate frame, welded 7065-5562-040 Pipe bend 1 1/4 ” 7065-5016-000 U-profile , welded 7065-5574-010 Tube, welded 7065-5574-030 Tube, welded 7065-1011-000 Vacuum cylinder, complete 7065-5490-090...
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Mounting Installation of the frame Installation procedure 1. Screw pipe bends together (10, 30) 2. Insert bushing (320) 3. Insert gate frame and secure with split pin (20, 230) Note: Insert gate with grease (A) 4. Mount pipes on pipe bends (50, 60) Note: Grease piping when fitting (B) 5.
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Mounting Installation of the frame 5.6.3 Assembling the segregation gate Assembly plan Position of the control valve View from outside 7159-9001-108 36 / 92 01. February 2020...
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Mounting Installation of the frame Installation material Item Part No. Description Qty. 7159-5487-010 Segregation gate, compl. 0010 7159-5552-010 Gate, welded 850X1117 0020 7065-5778-070 Pipe bend 0030 7159-5494-020 Gate stop 0040 7065-1011-020 Vacuum cylinder complete 880x110x110 0050 7065-3200-030 Set of conversion parts Light scanner - AD / AS 0110 7065-5026-000...
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Mounting Installation of the frame Installation procedure 250,260 1. Insert bushing into the gate (10, 110, 220) 2. Insert the gate into the gate frame. Note: Insert gate with grease (A) 3. Install the gate stop accordingly (30) 4. Cushioning the segregation gate Cut the hose lengthways (250) Push on, position and secure the hose (260) 250,260...
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Mounting Installation of the frame 6. Mount the vacuum cylinder on the gate frame support and connect to the pipe bend. Note: When fitting the pipe bend (20), make sure that the vacuum cylinder (40) is on the strut when the segregation gate is in the open and closed position.
Mounting Assembling the gate lock (option) Assembling the gate lock (option) Installation material 7159-5578-000 7159-5578-010 Item Part No. Description Qty. 7159-5578-000 right Gate locking system 7159-5578-010 left 0010 7159-1011-000 Vacuum cylinder complete 0020 7159-2853-010 retaining plate 7159-5497-000 right 0030 Catch (complete) 7159-5497-010 left 0040...
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Mounting Assembling the gate lock (option) Assembly plan Example: Gate lock, right 7027-2635-008 Vacuum hose Installation procedure 1. Assemble gate lock as shown 2. Drill a hole in the vacuum line (Ø13) 3. Construct a tube connection as shown (A, 190, 200) 7159-9001-108 41 / 92 01.
(e.g. posts in the barn installation or masonry). The necessary fastening materials are to be procured according to the local conditions and requirements. ● Observe the minimum lengths required for animal segregation when setting up. - AutoSelect 3000: 5,6 m Example: AutoSelect 3000 Neck identification 1,2 m...
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Mounting Setting up animal segregation Installation material Mounting material ● Installation on concrete: Item Part No. Description 7159-5530-. . . Gate frame 0019-5325-050 Wood screw 10x70 0026-2305-890 Rawlplug 0026-1348-300 Washer 10,5 ● Order slatted floor fastening parts according to the installation. Part No.
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Mounting Setting up animal segregation Assembly drawings (AutoSelect 3000) Installation example: 2 and 3 passageway segregation Side view 1200 5600 Top view Installation procedure 1. Installation of entrance gate 2. Installation of gate frame 7159-9001-108 44 / 92 01. February 2020...
Mounting Setting up animal segregation 5.8.1 Installing the driving passage Guidelines for installation To ensure that the segregation processes run smoothly, the following should be observed: ● The animals must approach the entrance gate exactly one behind the other. ● Permissible passageway widths (0,8 m - 0,9 m) - The maximum permissible passageway width in front of the entrance gate is 90 cm.
Mounting Setting up animal segregation 5.8.2 Installing the control valve 1. Mount the control valve on the vacuum line, close to the vacuum cylinder, using a pipe clip and gasket. (170, 180, 190) Note: Observe the control valve's installation position! Use one control valve per cylinder.
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Mounting Setting up animal segregation 5.8.3 Photo eye sensors installation Assembly plan Installation example: AutoSelect 3000 2 and 3 passageway segregation Side view Top view Neck identification Leg identification Rescounter on front leg (Recommendation) Rescounter on back leg Responder on back leg (StandAlone)
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AutoSelect 3000 1300 1500 1500 1930 AutoSelect 3000 SA 1500* 1400* 1400* ● Dimension: B Due to the low reaction time of the segregation system, the dimension can be greater. ● The subsequent dimensions change accordingly (C,D)
Installing the operating unit Installing the operating unit Installation material 7159-2165-040 7159-2165-050 7159-2165-060 Item Part No. Description 7159-2680-100 Control unit, complete AutoSelect 3000 7159-2165-040 Wall installation 7159-2165-050 2” Set of fasteners 7159-2165-060 1 1/2” 0010 7159-2853-000 retaining plate x x x...
Mounting Installation of non-return gate (option) 5.10 Installing animal identification Attention! There is no other identification system within a radius of 6 metres ● Identification frame For further information, please refer to the instructions: 7160-90 . . -422 Ear identification Identification frame 7160-90 .
Mounting Screen for the segregation area (optional) Swing gate Swing gate Item Part No. Description 7801-5545-080 Swing gate 2300 - 2800 5.12 Screen for the segregation area (optional) 1. If necessary, a screen (at least 160 cm high) is to be fitted to the segregation passageway in the form of a wall or made of plastic plates.
1. Run the supply line to the segregation gate and connect. 2. Connecting components Components to be connected ● animal identification - Control unit - transmitter/receiver ● control panel (AutoSelect 3000) ● Light scanner ● Vacuum Cylinder - Segregation gate ● Vacuum Cylinder - Entrance gate ●...
Mounting Information on disposing of installation material after installation is finished. 2. Run vacuum hoses from the vacuum cylinder to the control valve and connect. Animal segregation 10/20 Item Part No. Description Segregation gate Entrance gate Vacuum Cylinder Gate locking system control valve 7027-2635-008 Vacuum hose...
commissioning Particular hazards commissioning Special Personnel Qualifications Initial commissioning may only be carried out by specially qualified personnel in accordance with the safety instructions. Any settings that have to be made (e.g. on control units) must always be made by personnel who have been suitably instructed/trained by the manufacturer.
commissioning Requirements for commissioning Requirements for commissioning Program versions ● Herd management: - DairyPlan Version (or higher) 5.300 - DPService 1 Version (or higher) 1.402.7 ● Control unit VP8001 - Package version Version (or higher) 5.38.5.174 ● Transmitter/receiver VP1801 - Version (or higher) VPack3.01.40 7159-9001-108 58 / 92...
commissioning Align light scanners Align light scanners Function of the light scanners B1-B3 B1-B3 B1-B3 0,7 m Function Close entrance gate Confirmation that when the identification signal is received, there is an animal within the identification field. Confirmation that the animal has left the segregation area. (2x) While a light scanner is recording an animal none of the segregation gates can move.
commissioning Antenna transformer settings Align light scanners 1. Align light scanners according to their function Setting the scanning range Light scanners are set in the factory to the maximum scanning range. If necessary, reduce the scanning range as follows: 1. Open cover 2.
commissioning Settings in DairyPlan Settings in DairyPlan Note: DairyPlan version of displayed program window DP 5.300.093 The program windows of other DairyPlan versions can differ! Animal segregation is set using the particular herd management program being used. Herd management program ●...
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commissioning Settings in DairyPlan Setting the segregation methods (E) 1. Click on ”Segregation method setup” to call up the corresponding setup menu. Selection Method Selecting the segregation path Setting according to segregation path Selection of segregation methods Depending on the segregation path, up to 6 segregation methods can be set. See table ”Segregation methods”...
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commissioning Settings in DairyPlan Segregation methods Not used. Segregation of individual animals All animals with an individual selection flag that corresponds with the selection flag (H2) are segregated. ● Selection flags must be set for segregation method (H2) ● Set individual animal selection flags See ”Setting selection flags”...
commissioning Settings in DairyPlan 6.7.2 Setting selections flags (DPSingle) For further information see manual: 7160-90 . . -539 DairyPlan C 21 / DPSetup / DPService1 Selection flags are set for each individual animal with DPSingle. 1. Start DPSingle DPSingle: Details->Process Control Process Control Segregation date (only for segregation method 2)
commissioning Settings in DairyPlan 6.7.3 Settings with DairyPlan (DPService 1.xx) For further information see manual: 7160-90 . . -539 DairyPlan C 21 / DPSetup / DPService1 Set-up references References are shown as paths to the settings. Example (DPService) -DPService: General Information-> Basic Setup-> Gate / Scale-> General Information Set-up procedure: 1.
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commissioning Settings in DairyPlan Create and set up segregation (DPService 1.xx) For more information on settings, please refer to the section on: Settings with DairyPlan (DPSetup) Create segregation 1. Follow the path indicated -DPService: General Information-> Configuration ->Dairy 2. Enter number of control units used in animal segregation(999/910/002) 3.
commissioning Setting the segregation gate opening and closing speed Set up segregation 1. Switch to tab -DPService: General Information->Basic Setup -> EtselVPU_x 2. Select segregation 3. Entering settings (010/000/008) Settings 010/000/008 StandAlone Operation with PC connection Additional settings Setting the segregation methods (E) Settings as indicated in the section on: Settings with DairyPlan (DPSetup) Setting selections flags (DPSingle)
commissioning Checks after first start 6.10 Checks before initial commissioning Function test ● Test the function of the light scanners in the Transceiver menu. Menu setting: -> -> ● LED comes on when an object is recorded Alternative display - Display via LED (VP1801) For further information, please refer to the instructions: 7160-90 .
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Checks after first start Animals getting caught (AutoSelect 3000 / AutoSelect 3000 HD) If animals have been getting caught correct the following settings: ● Closing speed ● Delay Time Setting in DPSetup under: ”Device Management->Gate / Scale”-> Transceiver Parameters ●...
commissioning Handing over to the owner 6.13 Handing over to the owner Declaration of conformity and CE mark (only necessary for European Union member states) A declaration of conformity must be produced and a CE mark applied if a total operational installation is assembled from individual components.
Operation and control Safety Instructions Operation and control Special Personnel Qualifications Operation must be performed by specially qualified personnel in accordance with the safety instructions. The operator may only carry out work on the machine if he has been trained, instructed and authorized to do so by the owner.
Description of the control elements control panel 1 Switch for entrance gate 2 Switch for segregation gate controller 3 Switch for automatic/manual operation Segregation passageways AutoSelect 3000 (A, B, Z) SG B SG A Operation / Control Warning! Crushing hazard!
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Operation and control Operation / Control Automatic mode Manual interventions are not necessary in automatic mode. Note: Switch ”2” must be in the central position in automatic mode. Manual mode Switch on manual mode 1. Operate the switch. (3 - MAN) - Entrance gate closes AUTO - Segregation gates close...
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Operation and control Operation / Control Display in the user interface (VP8001) 1. Open the Web browser E.g.: Google Chrome 2. Enter the address: Example: http://192.168.1.100/ http://192.168.1.100/ - Log-in page appears (Login) 3. Enter log-in data Log-in data with default setting: - User: service - Password: gea123 - User interface appears (VP8001)
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● Selection flags are only saved temporarily in the control unit ● Cannot be used for the following animal segregation systems: AutoSelect 3000 / AutoSelect 5000 / AutoSelect 5000 HD / AutoSelect MI: The selection flags work according to the segregation method:...
Operation and control Attaching the leg responders in ”stand-alone” operating mode (AutoSelect 3000) Attaching the leg responders in ”stand-alone” operating mode (AutoSelect 3000) The responders will be attached to the back leg of the animals to be segregated in the milking parlour during milking.
maintenance Safety Instructions maintenance If necessary, please contact your nearest dealer. Special Personnel Qualifications Maintenance work may only be performed by specially qualified personnel in accordance with the safety instructions. ● Participation in corresponding product training is necessary. See also the section on ”Personnel qualification”. Safety Instructions To avoid damage to property and/or life-threatening injury to people during maintenance, the following points must always be observed:...
maintenance Inspections and preventive maintenance On completion of the maintenance work, check that: ● the installation values set before the work was carried out have not been reset as a result of the work ● all screwed connections that were loosened earlier have been tightened. ●...
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maintenance Inspections and preventive maintenance Carry out regular checks on electrical equipment: ● Re-tighten any loose connections ● Replace damaged lines or cables immediately. ● Close off any cable openings that are not being used 7159-9001-108 79 / 92 01. February 2020...
Operation Faults Transceiver faults Operation Faults If necessary, please contact your nearest dealer. Special Personnel Qualifications Troubleshooting may only be performed by specially qualified personnel in accordance with the safety instructions. ● Participation in corresponding product training is necessary. See also the section on ”Personnel qualification”. Safety Instructions To avoid damage to property and/or life-threatening injury to people during troubleshooting, the following points must always be observed:...
Operation Faults Faults and troubleshooting help Faults and troubleshooting help Errors in animal segregation or animal identification Fault Possible Cause solution/action Responder/Rescounter ● Animal segregated ● Animal not wearing a responder ● Fit a responder/Rescounter ● Animal incorrectly ● Animal wearing a defective ●...
Decommissioning Final Decommissioning / Disposal Decommissioning 10.1 Special Personnel Qualifications Decommissioning may only be performed by specially qualified personnel in accordance with the safety instructions. See also the section on ”Personnel qualification”. 10.2 Safety Instructions To avoid damage to property and/or life-threatening injury to people during shut-down, the following points must always be observed: ●...
Spare Parts Animal segregation Spare Parts Original parts Note: The manufacturer expressly points out that only original parts, original accessories and original chemicals are adapted, tested and authorized to be used with this product. The installation or use of products from other manufacturers may affect the specified properties of the original parts and lead to injury to people and animals.
Spare Parts Animal segregation 11.1.2 Gate locking system Item Part No. Description 7159-5578-000 right Gate locking system 7159-5578-010 left 0010 7159-1011-000 Vacuum cylinder complete Note: For replacement parts see also: Installation material in the section on ”Installation” Vacuum Cylinder Item Part No.
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