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Wiring
All wiring conforms to SAE J1128 standards low tension,
PVC insulated, stranded copper wire. The PVC insulation
has a 176ºF (80ºC) temperature rating. It is important that
wires not be routed through areas having high temperatures.
Exposed wires are also encased in black, abrasion-resistant
looming wherever possible. The working temperature range
of the loom is -34º to 200ºF (-34º to 93ºC). Again, since this a
low temperature plastic, it is important that the wires are not
routed near areas with high temperatures.
The connectors used on the Turf Tender are either flat
automotive-type connectors or round “cannon” connectors.
The control box may contain extra wires for options not
ordered. The connectors are designed to “break away” if the
wires are pulled from the control box. Should damage result
to either a connector or wiring harness, a genuine DAKOTA
replacement part should be ordered and installed.
Electric Hydraulic Valves
Electric actuated hydraulic valves are used for the control
of all hydraulic circuits. The valves are a replaceable but not
repairable item. Depending upon the style, the amperage draw
of each solenoid is rated at a maximum of either 1 or 3 amps.
Whenever changing spinner blades, thoroughly clean the
spinner shafts before installing a different set of spinners. This
prevents a buildup of dirt, grease, and other materials. After
cleaning, apply Anti-Seize to the shafts.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NOTE: Electrical schematics are available upon
request. If problems are experienced with a control
box, contact either your dealer or Dakota Peat.
Overview
The Turf Tender electrical system (on all models except
the self-contained models which obtains its power from the
lighting coil of the engine) obtains its DC electrical power
from the vehicle’s battery and/or alternator. A power cord is
supplied with the Turf Tender to carry the power from the
vehicle to the control box; then back to the Turf Tender. The
power cord should be installed as a permanent addition to the
vehicle. The power cord is plugged into the control box.
Switches and Fuses
Electrical control of actuators (brakes, electric motors and
hydraulics) is through the use of ON-OFF type switches
located in the control box.
Electric-control models (as opposed to the Manual-control
models) use electronic controls for the regulation of the hopper
conveyor and spinners hydraulic motor speeds. These are
normally set in a specific position during operation and the
switches for each turn the electronic controls ON and OFF.
All branch circuits leading to controls and actuators are
protected by either fuses or circuit breakers. On 440 and 420
models, the fuses are located in the bottom of the control box. All
other models have a controller/fuse box located on the left side of
the Turf Tender. Each function of the Turf Tender is fused
separately. If a fuse blows, be sure to identify and correct the
cause of the blown fuse prior to replacing the fuse. Simple
replacement of a fuse normally results in another blown fuse.
Access to the controller/fuse box should be limited to
replacement of a blown fuse after correcting the cause. Located
within the controller/fuse box are adjustments that may be
made to the valve bank controls. These controls have been
preset at the factory and should not be changed unless
instructed to do so by the factory.
CAUTION
Always replace fuses with fuses of the same
amperage. Any adjustments within the controller/
fuse box must be pre-authorized by the factory.
MAINTENANCE
