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Applicator Operating Instructions

Raising/Lowering Applicator

When raising in the field, first turn off anhydrous flow.

See page 76.
Lift/lower procedures depend on applicator model, year

and hitch type:

• Pull-type applicators use six cylinders for lift/lower.

The lift circuit is separate from the fold circuit.

See “

Raise/Lower Pull-Type

” on page 51.

• 3-point applicators rely solely on the tractor hitch.

Separate partial activation of the fold circuit is

necessary to avoid wing droop in lift.

See “

Raise/Lower 3-Point

” on page 52.

• 2-point applicators rely on the tractor hitch at

applicator front, and a lift-assist cylinder circuit at

rear. Lift and fold share a remote circuit.

3-section and 2012- 5-section: Wing lock channels

must be configured to arrest fold during lift. See

“

Raise/Lower 3-Section and 2012- 2-Point

” on

page 53.

2013+ 5-section: Solenoid valves provide partial “gull

wing” fold during lift. See “

Raise/Lower 2013+

5-Section

” on page 55.

Operate the tractor hitch in “position” or “depth” control

mode, regardless of applicator hitch type.
The lift circuits are re-phasing master-slave on pull-type

and 3-section or 2012- 2-point. See “

Re-Phasing Pull-

Type Lift System

” on page 51.

The applicator may be raised and lowered while folded.

Weight-Transfer Shut-Off Valve

This applies to all 3-section, all pull-type, all-3-point, and

all 2012- NP40A (3 and 5-section). The 2013+ 5-section

2-point weight transfer has no interaction with

raise/lower.

Refer to Figure 32 (depicting the valve closed on an

NP3000, which has the same weight transfer

hydraulic system)

Model 2011 and later (and updated model 2010)

applicators have a shut-off valve in the weight transfer

system. This “weight-transfer shut-off valve“, when

closed, bypasses the pressure reducing valve, and

allows fold cylinders to operate at full speed. The weight-

transfer shut-off valve must be open for the weight

transfer system to operate in the field.

Equipment Damage Risk:

Do not back up when lowered. Always raise the applicator for
any reverse/backing. Backing when lowered will plug delivery

ports in knife shoes or tines, and can damage delivery and

vapor tubing.

Note: Lowering while stationary may result in lift-assist

or front caster wheels being lifted off the ground.

The applicator may not be at operating depth until

it is pulled forward in field conditions.

Figure 32

Weight-Transfer Shut-Off Valve

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Summary of Contents for Nutri-Pro NP30A

Page 1: ...P40A 30 and 40 Foot NH3 Anhydrous Ammonia Applicators Read the operator manual entirely When you see this symbol the subsequent instructions and warnings are serious follow without exception Your life and the lives of others depend on it Illustrations may show optional equipment not supplied with standard unit or may show NP30L NP40L or NP3000 models where the topic function is identical 38809 ...

Page 2: ...ered the weights and measurements are no longer accurate for your machine Update the record by adding the machine weight and measurements with the option s weight and measurements Dealer Contact Information Model Number Serial Number Machine Height Machine Length Machine Width Machine Weight Year of Construction Delivery Date First Operation Accessories Name Street City State Telephone Email Deale...

Page 3: ...t Expert Advice 29 Pre Application Setup 29 Hitching Tractor to Applicator 30 Pull Type Hitching 30 2 and 3 Point Hitching 31 Emergency Shut Off Rope 32 Electrical Hookup 34 Hydraulic Hose Hookup 35 Raise Parking Stands 2 and 3 Point Only 36 Leveling Applicator 38 Set Application Depth 38 3 Point Leveling 38 2 Point Front to Back Level Spacers 38 Pull Type Hitch Leveling 39 Meter Setup 40 Wash Wat...

Page 4: ...05 Maintenance and Lubrication 112 Maintenance 112 Avoid Trapped Anhydrous 113 Avoid Line Traps 113 Avoid Ball Traps 114 System Discharge 115 Normal Discharge 115 Clearing Plugged Knives or Tines 117 Clearing Plugged Application Tubes 117 Clearing Plugged Vapor Tubes 118 Hydrostatic Relief Valve Maintenance 119 Relief Valve Inspection 119 Valve Replacement 120 Replacement Log 121 Metering System M...

Page 5: ...nhydrous ammonia can easily be fatal or cause permanent disabling injury If you are new to NH3 operations study everything you can about this chemical and how to use it safely Suffocation Blinding Burning Freezing Disabling and Disfigurement Hazards Your life and health the lives and health of your workers and community the continued commercial availability of anhydrous ammonia and continuation of...

Page 6: ...ich if not avoided could result in death or serious injury and includes hazards that are exposed when guards are removed It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which if not avoided may result in minor or moderate injury It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices Prepare for Emergencies Be prepared if a fire starts Keep a...

Page 7: ... PPE Goggles with side shields or a full face respirator are required if handling or applying dusts wettable powders or granules or if being exposed to spray mist Cartridge type respirator approved for pesticide vapors unless conventional liquid fertilize label specifies another type of respirator Waterproof unlined gloves Neoprene is recommended Cloth coveralls outer clothing changed daily waterp...

Page 8: ...rd by relieving pressure at other remotes and shutting down tractor before connecting disconnecting or inspecting hydraulic lines Use a piece of paper or cardboard NOT BODY PARTS to check for suspected leaks Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic systems If an accident occurs seek immediate medical assistance from a physician familiar with this type of inj...

Page 9: ...gh risk populations such as shopping areas events schools hospitals retirement communities etc Avoid transporting an anhydrous ammonia tank through populated areas Do not tow a pull type or 2 point applicator or nurse tank that when fully loaded weighs more than 1 5 times the weight of towing vehicle Do not transport a 3 point applicator that exceeds the capacity or ballasting of the tractor There...

Page 10: ...d near the applicator hop at least 100 feet 30 m away with both feet together and summon professional help At higher voltage lethal voltage gradients can also be present at the soil surface Consult your tractor manual for advice on how to respond to an electrical hazard event while in the cab Tires Not a Step Do not use front caster tires gauge wheel tires or lift assist tires as steps A tire coul...

Page 11: ...t involved Safety At All Times Thoroughly read and understand the instructions in this manual before operation Read all instructions noted on the safety decals Be familiar with all fertilizer applicator functions Operate machinery from the driver s seat only Do not leave fertilizer applicator unattended with tractor engine running Do not stand between tractor and applicator or applicator and nurse...

Page 12: ...d or missing decals Order new decals from your Great Plains dealer Refer to this section for proper decal placement When ordering new parts or components also request corresponding safety decals To install new decals 1 Clean the area on which the decal is to be placed 2 Peel backing from decal Press firmly on surface being careful not to cause air bubbles under decal 818 055C Slow Moving Vehicle R...

Page 13: ...tside face of lift assist brackets 2 Point On the outside faces of casters 3 Point Models on the outside faces of lift assist brace weldments 4 or 6 total 38815 838 267C Daytime Reflectors On each light bracket Back face outside ends of the top transport rest tube 4 total 38815 Raven 039 0159 034 Danger Ammonia On front or back side of Raven AccuFlow 2 or 4 total Order replacement from Raven Indus...

Page 14: ...ue Impellicone flow divider 1 total 31618 818 323C Danger Possible Chemical Hazard On decal mount near Flo Max coupler 1 total 31604 818 557C Danger Peligro Ingles in Spanish warning users to seek translation assistance if they do not speak English Pull Type On top of left tongue tube near hitch 2 Point 3 Point On front face of frame tube left of hitch 1 total 38815 ...

Page 15: ...9C Danger Electrocution On frame tube near wing hinges 2 total 38815 848 534C Squibb Taylor FM125 2000 Danger Safety Coupler On decal mount near Flo Max coupler 1 total This decal summarizes the mechanical procedure for coupler re connection after a breakaway event Rely on these instructions only if the Squibb Taylor Flo Max manual is not available See Breakaway Event on page 78 31529 ...

Page 16: ...tool bar right of center 1 total 38815 818 339C Warning High Pressure Fluid Hazard Pull Type On top of left tongue tube near hitch 1 total 38815 818 437C Warning High Pressure Fluid Hazard On front face of front tool bar left of center Pull Type On mount of each front caster wheel Pull Type shown and 2 point on each lift assist mount 1 3 or 7 total 38818 38815 ...

Page 17: ...l Valve On the handle of each emergency shut off ball valve of applicators manufactured prior to 2011 1 or 2 total Unvented ball valves can trap fluid inside the ball if closed with the line fully charged Ball valves shipped in 2011 and later have a bleed orifice on the downstream side of the valve ball and do not require this decal See Avoid Ball Traps on page 114 31528 Raven 039 0159 035 Caution...

Page 18: ...tion 14 818 398C Caution Tires Not a Step 2 3 Point outside faces of manual gauge wheel arms 2 total 31050 818 587C Caution Read Operator s Manual On front face of front tool bar right of center 1 total 38815 818 719C Caution Read Operator s Manual On front face of front tool bar left of center 1 total 38815 ...

Page 19: ... 16 5 NHS 8 Ply tires 0 2 or 6 total 838 092C Maximum inflation pressure of tires is 60 psi Torque wheel bolts to 90 105 ft lb To Avoid Injury or Machine Damage from Improper Tire Inflation or Torquing of Wheel Bolts CAUTION 31052 31045 838 380C Caution Transport Locks Pull Type on mount of each front caster wheel Pull Type shown and 2 point on mount of each lift assist 0 2 or 6 total 38818 ...

Page 20: ...proper Tire Inflation or Torquing of Wheel Bolts CAUTION 838 5 95C Torq ue whe el bolt s to 120 lb f t Max imu m infl atio n pre ssu re of tire s is 90 psi To Avo id Inju ry or Mac hine Dam age from Imp rope r Tire Infla tion or Torq uing of Whe el Bolt s C A U T IO N 31732 848 846C Caution Tire Pressure and Bolt Torque On wheels with 10 16 5 NHS 10 Ply tires 0 2 or 6 total 848 846C Maximum inflat...

Page 21: ...total 858 021C Maximum inflation pressure of tires is 90 psi Torque wheel bolts to 300 ft lb To Avoid Injury or Machine Damage from Improper Tire Inflation or Torquing of Wheel Bolts CAUTION 31052 31045 848 539C General Safety First Aid Water On left and right sides of the wash water tank 2 total See Ammonia Emergency Action in the Using Anhydrous Ammonia Safely manual 407 551M and Wash Water on p...

Page 22: ...e NP40A 15S30 40 Foot 15 Row 30 inch Spring knife NP40A 16C30 40 Foot 16 Row 30 inch NH3 coulter NP40A 16R30 40 Foot 16 Row 30 inch Rigid knife NP40A 16S30 40 Foot 16 Row 30 inch Spring knife NP40A 17C30 40 Foot 17 Row 30 inch NH3 coulter NP40A 17R30 40 Foot 17 Row 30 inch Rigid knife NP40A 17S30 40 Foot 17 Row 30 inch Spring knife NP40A 22R20 40 Foot 22 Row 20 inch Rigid knife NP40A 22S20 40 Foot...

Page 23: ...to the preceding topic Read and follow the directions to remain safe avoid serious damage to equipment and ensure desired field results Note Useful information related to the preceding topic A consistent system of callouts is used for most applicator and nurse tank cart components Right hand and left hand as used in this manual are determined by facing the direction the machine will travel while i...

Page 24: ...r NP40A Fertilizer Applicator model and serial number here for quick reference Model Number __________________________ Serial Number __________________________ Further Assistance Great Plains Manufacturing Inc and your Great Plains dealer want you to be satisfied with your new NP30A NP40A If for any reason you do not understand any part of this manual or are otherwise dissatisfied please take the ...

Page 25: ...ugh A86 identify the same applicator and cart components throughout this manual Legend Liquid NH3 Liquid Flow NH3 Vapor Vapor Flow Direction of Flow Exception Flow A57 A12 A13 A15 A67 A65 A56 A60 A61 A16 A17 A18 A14 A11 A58 A59 A47 A23 A48 A48 A47 A19 A21 A22 A34 A24 A42 A20 A27 A28 A33 A44 A41 A31 A30 A29 A26 A25 A32 A46 A43 A45 A49 A45 A40 A36 A37 A35 A38 A39 Figure 4 Anhydrous Ammonia NH3 Plumb...

Page 26: ...aded checks inside the breakaway seal both ends of the now broken connection If the line was charged 60 cc of liquid NH3 is released on breakaway Resetting a parted breakaway coupler is a complex operation requiring tools Consult the breakaway manual for details More significant matters are safing the applicator and nurse tank then correcting the cause of the breakaway See Breakaway Event on page ...

Page 27: ... used to chill the fluid passing from to A22 Cooler Intake Liquid NH3 enters the cooler here A23 Cooler Hydrostatic Relief Valve In normal operation this valve never activates NH3 can get trapped in the system between the emergency shut off valve and the On Off valve if both valves are closed while the system is charged As the liquid warms and pressure rises this valve protects the system with per...

Page 28: ...n to minimum takes approximately 9 seconds A31 Master Shut Off Valve This is the normal control for starting and stopping application flow in the field for turns etc This component is an open closed solenoid valve controlled by the SCS 450 The MASTER switch on the SCS 450 controls this valve When power is off this valve remains at its most recent setting This valve has a visible indicator above th...

Page 29: ...nsole power is off the valves remain at their most recent setting The valve balls are equipped with a downstream relief orifice A40 Row Flow Divider s This is a CDS John Blue Impellicone manifold It evenly splits the NH3 flow for distribution through the delivery tubes There are no operational items for this component A41 Flow Divider Manifold Inlet NH3 liquid flow enters the flow divider here A42...

Page 30: ...zard If the outlet hose is entirely dismounted both ends free for transport and storage and both ends are 13 4 4 Acme be sure about which end is which Installing a hose backwards can result in needless excess NH3 release at unhitching or a line segment unprotected by bleed and or relief valves a Acme collars may be aluminum but all internal coupler components must be NH3 safe typically stainless s...

Page 31: ...e is opened first and closed first The withdrawal valve is the application outlet valve It is usually located on the tank top but may be located on the bottom It is color coded red or orange A67 Pressure Gauge This gauge reports the pressure usually in psi of the NH3 gas at the top of the tank The reading varies with tank and ammonia temperature Suffocation Blinding and Burning Hazards Be up wind ...

Page 32: ...d field PPEa is inadequate for such testing Malfunction of a custom system could result in a major release of NH3 gas or liquid Initial Setup Other first time infrequent setup tasks include 2 Point set lift assist valve page 158 Install meter console in tractor page 158 Install any Options not factory or dealer installed Post Delivery Seasonal Setup On initial delivery use with a new tractor and s...

Page 33: ...t Safety Information pages 1 to 7 Check that all working parts are moving freely bolts are tight and cotter pins are spread Check that all grease fittings are in place and lubricated See Lubrication and Scheduled Maintenance on page 127 Check that all safety decals and reflectors are correctly located and legible Replace if damaged See Safety Decals on page 8 Inflate tires to pressure recommended ...

Page 34: ... by being crushed between the tractor and applicator Stop tractor engine and set parking brake before attaching cables and hoses Refer to Figure 5 1 Use parking jack to raise and lower applicator tongue 2 Back tractor draw bar into alignment with hitch 3 Secure with a locking hitch pin Loss of Control Hazard Do not operate without locking hitch pins A pin working loose could cause abrupt applicato...

Page 35: ...r links with the lower hitch clevis on applicator Adjust hitch bushings and spacers supplied with applicator according to the category of your tractor Lock pins in place 5 Set hitch for depth control mode Full 3 Point Hitching For 2 Point hitching 3 Point semi mounted continue at Electrical Hookup next topic Determine which top holes to use Attach tractor top link to applicator upper hitch clevis ...

Page 36: ...ed in the closed line prior to operating other valves or uncapping at a nearby Acme fitting If the line is discharged opening the valve may have no result or may release a small amount of NH3 vapor at low pressure If there is a low pressure release leave the valve open at the current position Move away up wind Return when the release concludes If the line was not discharged opening a bleed valve m...

Page 37: ... at the next step Refer to Figure 12 which depicts the shut off valve closed 6 If the emergency shut off valve was closed open it 7 Locate the emergency rope 8 Inspect the attachment of the rope to the valve handle and the rope itself Replace the rope if cut frayed or worn If the handle connection is not secure take corrective action 9 Uncoil the rope Remove any knots 10 Route the rope forward and...

Page 38: ...tor standard Rate Controller connector standard Hydraulic harness 2013 5 Section 2 point NP40A only Pressure sensor Console speed connector not shown optional and only if sensor radar is mounted on applicator __________________________ Make sure tractor is shut down with accessory power off before making connections These connections may be made in any order The key requirement is that all connect...

Page 39: ...er rod end lift cylinder base end or the pressure side of a hydraulic motor Use a regular remote and not a dedicated tractor 3 point remoteb Secure hoses and cables so that they have sufficient slack for hitch movements but cannot get caught between moving parts Failure to safely route and secure hoses and cables could result in damage requiring component repair replacement and lost field time Han...

Page 40: ... applies to older 2 point lift assist hitching and older 3 point hitching Refer to Figure 16 1 Use tractor 3 point hitch and if so equipped the lift assist circuit to slightly raise the applicator See Raising Lowering Applicator on page 50 2 Remove the pivot pin at each stand To prevent the leg from reaching and possibly passing full vertical insert the pin in the rear storage hole Crushing Hazard...

Page 41: ...ld clearance Striking an object with a foot could result in substantial machine or tractor damage 1 Elevate the center section front tool bar to lift the stand feet off the ground 2 Support the tool bar with other stands 3 To reduce the weight remove the leg 4 Loosen or remove the U bolts 5 Re position the mounts Use the widest stance at which both stands are equidistant from implement center line...

Page 42: ...in representative conditions 3 Point Leveling Refer to Figure 18 Leveling is controlled entirely by the tractor hitch 2 Point Front to Back Level Spacers The rear lift assist assembly must be set to match the gauge wheels and 2 point hitch in front Lift assist lowered height is controlled by provided spacers on the lift cylinder rods To set 1 Lower applicator until lift assist wheels are just off ...

Page 43: ...s 42 5 cm measured from the bottom of the tongue to the ground Refer to Figure 20 To obtain the correct height and a level tongue remove the two hitch bolts and reposition the fertilizer applicator hitch on the tongue The hitch can be inverted in the tongue for extreme height changes Sudden Hitch Slump or Failure Risks Always have two bolts through two holes on both hitch and tongue Never rely on ...

Page 44: ...dure in Raven SCS 450 manual Cable Tagb b This value is printed on a durable tag attached to the meter cable Body Labelc c This value for example 2123 is printed on the label on the valve body NP30A 12C30 NP30A 12R30 NP30A 12S30 30 Foot 12 Row 30 Inch 360 inches 914 4 cm 598a Cable Tagb Body Labelc NP30A 13C30 NP30A 13R30 NP30A 13S30 30 Foot 13 Row 30 Inch 390 inches 990 6 cm 598a Cable Tagb Body ...

Page 45: ...4 8 cm 4 Rows 120 in 304 8 cm 4 Rows 120 in 304 8 cm 598a Cable Tagb Body Labelc NP30A 13C30 NP30A 13R30 NP30A 13S30 30 ft 13 Row 30 in 4 Rows 120 in 304 8 cm 5 Rows 150 in 381 0 cm 4 Rows 120 in 304 8 cm 598a Cable Tagb Body Labelc NP30A 18R20 NP30A 18R20 30 Ft 18 Row 20 In 6 Rows 120 in 304 8 cm 6 Rows 120 in 304 8 cm 6 Rows 120 in 304 8 cm 598a Cable Tagb Body Labelc NP30A 25C15 30 ft 25 Row 15...

Page 46: ...o the SCS 450 and record it on the Calibration Card SCS 450 VALVE CAL This is the response time calibration number for the control valve in system diagrams in this manual Obtain this number from the tag affixed to the valve Enter it into the SCS 450 and record it on the Calibration Card SCS 450 RATE 1 CAL This is your primary desired application rate typically in gallons per acre SCS 450 RATE 2 CA...

Page 47: ...orbs ammonia vapor from the air and becomes an ammonium hydroxide solution over time When emptying wash tanks use the time and water to train operators on tank operations and first aid rinsing procedures Sealer Setup Option As shipped from the factory sealers are preset for optimal shipping configuration The factory default settings are not likely to be suitable for your field conditions Adjustmen...

Page 48: ...ing components hose tubing and fittings are in satisfactory working condition Lubricate fertilizer applicator as indicated under Lubrication and Scheduled Maintenance on page 127 Check all tires for proper inflation See Tire Inflation Chart on page 140 Check all bolts pins and fasteners Torque as shown in Torque Values Chart on page 140 Check fertilizer applicator for worn or damaged parts Repair ...

Page 49: ...and secure with cotter pin 6 Install center section wheel lock channels 7 Lower fertilizer applicator onto lock channels 8 Set lift circuit to Float Pull Type 2 Point 3 Point NP30A Lift Assist Locks Front Caster Wheel Lock Channels Lift Assist Locks Wing Lock Channels Wing Lock Channels NP40A 2012 3 section frame Lift Assist Locks Front Caster Wheel Lock Channels Wing Lock Pins Lift Assist Locks W...

Page 50: ... Lock Channels In routine use install only the center section locks For maintenance install all four Installing the left wing lock requires disabling the hydraulic depth stop Falling Hazard Do not climb or stand on tires or wheels Even at full extension on level ground tires may not be in firm ground contact They could spin without warning A fall could result in serious injury Refer to Figure 26 a...

Page 51: ...to lock channels 8 Set lift circuit to Float Wing Lock Channels Refer to Figure 28 These lock channels are only present on 2012 NP40A NP30A NP3000 2 point with lift assist and 3 point models They enable a partial gull wing fold during field lift On 2013 models this function is controlled by solenoid valves See page 60 for operation Wing Lock Pins These pins are present only on NP40A models with 5 ...

Page 52: ...ts out and down disengaged During fold the outer wing folds first until the stop posts contact each other As the inner wing then folds and passes vertical the latch swings into engagement on the pins of the outer wing stop post At the start of unfold the latches restrain the outer wings causing the inner wings to unfold first As the inner wings near the ground the latches fall away allowing the ou...

Page 53: ...tor An illuminated lamp indicates power sent to the harness The harness must be connected at the hitch for the function to be effected Switch Positions PARK All solenoid valves are powered off and are spring loaded to flow open positions Use this position only for parking to save tractor battery power With the switch in PARK any hydraulic flow to the fold lift circuit may have undesired results FO...

Page 54: ... The lift circuits are re phasing master slave on pull type and 3 section or 2012 2 point See Re Phasing Pull Type Lift System on page 51 The applicator may be raised and lowered while folded Weight Transfer Shut Off Valve This applies to all 3 section all pull type all 3 point and all 2012 NP40A 3 and 5 section The 2013 5 section 2 point weight transfer has no interaction with raise lower Refer t...

Page 55: ...ally with a Retract operation of the tractor remote The applicator lowers to the depth set at the hydraulic depth stop at the left front caster wheel See Hydraulic Depth Stop Adjustment Pull Type on page 85 for details on height adjustment Gradual Crushing Hazard Do not rely on hydraulic pressure alone to keep the fertilizer applicator raised Use transport lift locks page 45 when working around a ...

Page 56: ...round 1 Fold the wings up The wing locks arrest the fold just above wings level Set circuit to Neutral 2 Lift the center section with the 3 point Raising 3 Point Transport Service Lift Folded If the wings are already folded and are being left that way you may raise and lower the 3 point hitch without touching the fold circuit Lowering 3 Point Field Lower Unfolded See sidebar for first pass 1 Lower...

Page 57: ...light forward motion preventing plugging of the ammonia tube outlets 3 Extend the lift assist cylinders normally with an Extend operation of the tractor remote Note Holding the lift assist circuit at raised for a few seconds re phases the cylinders 4 When fully raised set all remotes to Neutral Raising 3 Section and 2012 2 Point When Folded Refer to Figure 33 depicting an NP3000 which has the same...

Page 58: ... Point Service Parking Folded This topic presumes that the intention is to lower a folded applicator without unfolding If the intention is to both lower and unfold see Unfolding 3 Section and 2012 2 Point 5 Section on page 61 1 Close the weight transfer shut off valve page 53 2 Raise the applicator Set circuits to Neutral 3 Remove spacers page 38 and install lift assist lock channels Deploy parkin...

Page 59: ...Verify that lock channels are installed on the lift assist cylinders page 45 that wing lock pins are not in the locking holes page 47 and that the hydraulic harness is connected at the hitch page 34 2 Raise the tractor 3 point hitch enough to lift gauge wheels coulters and the parking stand bases off the ground Set the hitch circuit to Neutral Refer to Figure 35 3 Set the FOLD FIELD switch to FIEL...

Page 60: ...uit to retract the wing fold cylinders and extend the lift assist Wing sections partially fold 4 Set hitch and fold lift circuits to Neutral for extended turns or field moves Figure 37 FOLD FIELD Switch for Field Lift 34918 Gradual Crushing Hazard Do not rely on hydraulic pressure alone to keep the applicator raised Use parking stands page 36 and locks page 45 when working around a raised applicat...

Page 61: ...page 57 2 Set the lift fold circuit to Neutral or Float 3 Remove the wing lock pins page 47 Refer to Figure 39 4 Set the FOLD FIELD switch to FOLD UNFOLD This arrests unfolding at wings level 5 Extend the fold lift wing to unfold the wings until wings level 6 To keep all coulters off the ground when unfolded and lowered crank the gauge wheels to full extension page 86 7 If the tractor hitch is rai...

Page 62: ...n during lower avoids both of these risks The following instructions presume a lowering while stationary Refer to Figure 40 1 Verify that the FOLD FIELD switch is set to FIELD 2 Check that wings are partially folded in field lift or at least level If they are drooping retract the fold cylinders to correct 3 Lower the tractor 3 point hitch to the preset field height Set the hitch circuit to Positio...

Page 63: ... channels were installed Remove them and re engage hydraulic depth stop page 47 7 Open the weight transfer shut off valve 8 If lined up at field retract the lift circuit to lower the applicator to height set by the hydraulic depth stop page 85 9 Set the lift circuit to Float Folding Pull Type These instructions presume the applicator has just completed application and is being folded for transport...

Page 64: ...ransfer shut off valve page 50 3 Point the applicator into the wind 4 Deploy parking stands Set them to maximum height 5 Extend fold cylinders 6 As the wings near level set circuit to Neutral 7 Unless using blocks or stands fully extend the gauge wheels to maximum height 8 Resume unfolding until gauge wheels are on ground Set fold circuit to Float 9 Lower the 3 point hitch Folding 3 Point These in...

Page 65: ...h fold and lift assist circuits to Float 9 Open the weight transfer shut off valve Unfolding 3 Section and 2012 2 Point 5 Section Service To unfold off field for servicing unfold with the center section fully raised Unless the wing gauge wheels have been previously extended to maximum height or extra stands or supports are used the wing end knives or tines will reach the ground first Take precauti...

Page 66: ... the 2 point hitch 5 Extend the lift assist cylinders to raise the applicator rear 6 Wait for the applicator lines to discharge 7 Activate lift assist again in case the cylinders have settled during discharge 8 Cautiously approach the rear of the applicator Install lift locks at the rear casters 9 Deploy parking stands if the applicator is to be parked at the folding spot Refer to Figure 42 depict...

Page 67: ...y to raise the lift assist off the lock channels 5 Set all circuits to Neutral Shut off the tractor 6 Remove the lift assist lock channels page 45 Install the spacers page 38 7 If wing gauge wheels were extended crank them to field height page 86 8 Lower the hitch to field height Notes about normal unfold Inner wings unfold first The outer wings are constrained by the wing latches page 48 Outer wi...

Page 68: ...its to Neutral 9 Shut off the tractor 10 Unless using blocks or stands under wings fully extend wing gauge wheels page 86 11 Deploy parking stands at desired or maximum height 12 Start the tractor Lower the 3 point hitch until the applicator rests on the parking stands at front 13 If wings stop above horizontal move switch to FIELD position and Extend fold lift to further unfold 14 Extend until th...

Page 69: ...ution from overhead lines with or without direct contact It is also too high for safe transport Refer to Figure 48 3 Raise the hitch 4 Retract the fold lift circuit to simultaneously raise and fold the applicator Observe the fold sequence Lift and fold do not start and end at the same time If an abnormal fold is detected set the fold lift circuit to Retract then Neutral at wings level Troubleshoot...

Page 70: ... least 67 of applicator Ensure that the towing vehicle is adequate for the task Using an inadequate tow vehicle is extremely unsafe and can result in loss of control serious injury and death Tractor weight matters For field configuration after transport tractor must weigh at least 150 of the applicator plus the loaded nurse tank This weight is substantially higher than the required transport weigh...

Page 71: ... over uneven or rough terrain 14 At field stop transport with the tractor facing up wind 2 Point and 3 Point Applicators 1 Check that fertilizer applicator is securely hitched to a sufficient tractor page 31 2 Verify correct operation of lights 3 Raise fertilizer applicator page 53 4 Install cylinder locks 2 point page 45 5 Fold applicator if unfolded page 59 6 Plan the route Avoid steep hills 7 A...

Page 72: ... Nutri Pro applicator manual covers typical operations for a representative NH3 nurse tank cart Your cart is likely to vary See the Using Anhydrous Ammonia Safely manual 407 551M for further information about nurse tank carts Safing Applicator Before Cart Hitch Close Line Valves 1 If any emergency shut off valve is open use the rope to close it This also tests the rope and path Refer to Figure 59 ...

Page 73: ...gloves slowly open the bleed valve by rotating the T handle counter clockwise Check for signs that there may be residual NH3 in between the Acme cap and the shut off valve strong ammonia odor hissing of escaping gas valve getting cold dripping or spraying fluid 9 If there are any signs of residual NH3 leave the bleed valve open until the ammonia has vented and the inlet fittings have re warmed to ...

Page 74: ...fore accepting the tank Mechanical Cart Hitching 1 Spot the applicator Three objectives are Refer to Figure 54 2 Bring the applicator rear hitch tongue and nurse tank cart tongue into close proximity a few inches 3 Push down on the red tongue release handle This frees the applicator rear hitch tongue to extend 7 inches 17 8 cm to the rear and 9 inches 23 cm to either side to assist with cart tongu...

Page 75: ... is free to swivel relative to pointing directly rearward horizontal by at least 80 to each side 45 up and 20 down 4 Remove the Acme cap on the inlet side of the break away coupler Refer to Figure 56 5 Inspect the inlet Acme threads Clean away any debris or other contamination Blinding Choking and Respiratory Hazard Never look directly into an ammonia hose or fitting Use a mirror Always assume tha...

Page 76: ...Acme plug Inspect the outlet Acme threads Clean away any debris or other contamination Refer to Figure 57 11 Route the cart hose along the cart tongue securing it to any clamps or caddies provided Do not clamp or tie the hose within 3 feet 92 cm of the breakaway coupler inlet Allow at least 13 inches 33 cm slack in the hose within the first 3 ft Do not allow excess slack that could allow the hose ...

Page 77: ...and fail to notice when concentrations get dangerously high Start of Pass Planning Ideally you want NH3 to begin flowing out of the knives or tines right at the start of a pass with the knives or tines already in the ground This minimizes atmospheric releases Depending on wind direction tractor capability available headlands and field conditions there are several ways to start each pass A Capable ...

Page 78: ...itch off with the MASTER and any BOOM switch on the On Off valve remains OPEN the Control Valve may be open and ammonia may continue to flow from the nurse tank to the knives or tines See SCS 450 manual for monitor operation details Field Application Starting NH3 Tank Flow 13 Spot the applicator at the start of the first pass 14 If the tractor has adequate power lower the knives or tines into the ...

Page 79: ... POWER switch ON 26 Set the MASTER switch to ON 27 Set the BOOMS 1 or BOOMS 1 2 3 switches on to ON 28 Select the desired RATE preset 29 Lower applicator to operating depth if not already lowered and begin first pass NH3 Possible Chemical Hazard Anhydrous ammonia is now flowing into the ground Some routinely escapes to the atmosphere Check for leaks Take action if strong odor is detected or a leak...

Page 80: ...tank could strike the applicator be upset and leak On 2 Point and Pull Type the nurse tank tongue could strike the caster tires On 3 Point the nurse tank tires could strike sealers or knife tine shanks c Turn up wind for the next pass d Line up per your start of pass plan e Lower the applicator into the ground f Set the MASTER switch ON g Pull forward and complete the pass Choking Hazard Never rai...

Page 81: ... dissipate m Turn so that the wind is directly from the right n Open all bleed valves Standing up wind of each and making sure orifices point away from you slowly open bleed valves at nurse tank hose inlet end nurse tank hose outlet end breakaway valve or whichever is safer cooler temperature gauge o Close all remaining operating valves nurse tank hose inlet end nurse tank hose outlet end emergenc...

Page 82: ...of the tank so that you are not exposed to residual applicator fumes while working around the tank Face the tractor into the wind 6 From up wind approach the nurse tank 7 Close the nurse tank withdrawal valve 8 From up wind approach the nurse tank hose outlet end s 9 Locate a bleed valve on the nurse tank half of a coupler Be careful not to touch or loosen the Acme coupler Bleed only one hose at a...

Page 83: ...her hose 13 Close all breakaway bleed valves x and and any nurse tank hose valves Disconnect the nurse tank half of the breakaway coupler at the Acme coupler 14 Correct the cause of breakaway only if trivial to do in the field 15 Consult the breakaway manual for re coupling instructions Before Re connection Elevated Exposure Hazard Exercise extreme care Even if the nurse tank is undamaged sound an...

Page 84: ...kaway coupler inlet bleed valve g Stand clear and wait for the hoses to discharge h From the up wind side unscrew the nurse tank hose outlet coupler Secure the hose using whatever means the cart provides i Close all opened bleed valves j Release the nurse tank safety chains k Remove the nurse tank hitch pin Final Nurse Tank Unhitch a Conclude NH3 application per Stopping Application on page 77 The...

Page 85: ...ine shoe condition Check shoes all at same height Check knife tine shank alignment Check knife shear bolts in place 100 Check coulter height 99 Check coulter to row alignment or caster 99 Check sealer adjustments 102 Check sealer disc or spider condition Mechanical Checklist post Hitching Page Raise applicator 50 Disengage transport locks 45 Engage hydraulic depth stop if nec 47 Check front to rea...

Page 86: ...peed and any alarms 17 Periodically check the applicator gauges for expected pressures and temperature 18 Pay attention to odors Watch for leaks Suspending Application Checklist Page 1 Set console MASTER switch OFF 76 2 Continue application until flow divider pressure is 0 76 3 Turn into the wind 4 Stop tractor with knives tines in ground 76 Field Turnsa Checklist a Monitor flow divider pressure d...

Page 87: ...application per Stopping Application on page 77 2 Unhitch nurse tank per Final Nurse Tank Unhitch on page 80 3 Choose an applicator parking location with level firm ground Do not unhitch on a steep slope 4 Recover emergency shutoff rope from tractor Store on applicator 5 Fully raise applicator page 50 6 Clean fertilizer applicator of mud dirt excess oil and grease 7 Lubricate all points listed in ...

Page 88: ...t Pull Type 85 2 and 3 Point Height 86 Frame Level front to back 38 Application consistency Wing Leveling 92 Wings level in unfold Field Fold Stop Adjustment 94 Gull wing partial fold in field lift Fertilizer Rate 40 Application rate Weight Transfer Adjustment 87 Depth consistency across applicator 3 Section Pull Type and 2012 2 Point Weight Transfer 88 2013 2 Point 5 Section Weight Transfer 90 Ap...

Page 89: ...hes the top of the stop clevis bolt Note It is not necessary to adjust the stop clevis bolt 5 Raise and then fully lower the applicator 6 Pull forward 10 feet 3 m and stop 7 Measure the depth at which the knives or tines are running If the knives or tines are at the desired depth no further adjustment is necessary Skip to step 11 8 Raise the applicator and set the lift circuit to neutral 9 Adjust ...

Page 90: ...e clearance under the bottom of the tires equals the desired knife tine depth to shoe bottom 10 Use the crank to bring one set of mount and tube holes into alignment Insert and secure pins 11 Pull forward lowering the center section until all sections are level from left to right 12 Measure the depth at which the knives or tines are running If the knives or tines are at the desired depth no furthe...

Page 91: ...t High Pressure Fluid Hazard Escaping fluid under pressure can penetrate the skin causing serious injury Use a piece of paper or cardboard NOT BODY PARTS to check for suspected leaks Wear protective gloves and safety glasses or goggles when working with hydraulic systems If an accident occurs seek immediate medical attention from a physician familiar with this type of injury Crushing Hazard Keep b...

Page 92: ...ow in unfold mode to maintain the active weight transfer The weight transfer shut off valve must be open for weight transfer When closed it bypasses the reducing valve for faster fold cylinder operation and faster 2 point lift assist The pressure reducing valve controls the flow to the cylinders The bypass valve returns excess oil to the tractor Adjust the weight transfer to achieve consistent cou...

Page 93: ...g for step 7 through step 10 Note On 2 point applicators fold and unfold are followed by lift and lower operations 7 Set tractor remote circuit for unfold Lock lever for continuous operation 8 At the pressure reducing valve release the lock disc 9 Adjust the knob for an initial value of 800 psi on the gauge Tighten the lock disc 10 At the bypass valve release the lock disc Adjust the bypass valve ...

Page 94: ...o maintain the active weight transfer This system is designed for use with tractors having closed center hydraulics It is incompatible with open center systems Note Do not set or adjust the weight transfer system if the outer wings are not level with the inner wings at unfold Do not use the weight transfer system to compensate for unfold stop adjustment issues See Wing Leveling on page 92 Adjust t...

Page 95: ... fall within the 1000 1500 PSI range 8 Release the lock disc 9 Adjust the knob for an initial value of 800 psi on the gauge Tighten the lock disc 10 Check that bypass gauge is still in the green zone Adjust the tractor remote flow to correct Re check the reading on the pressure reducing gauge 11 Observe applicator operation and re adjust down pressure as necessary after oil warm up Repeat step 7 t...

Page 96: ... the eyebolt to the top face of the wheel lug tube To adjust the eyebolt loosen the hose guide nut and jam nut Rotate the adjust nut to set bolt reveal Tighten jam nut Rear Eyebolt Adjustment On 2 point and Pull Type applicators side to side level at rear is controlled by eyebolts at the lift cylinder bases On 2 point rear height is set by spacers page 38 On Pull Type rear height is controlled by ...

Page 97: ...e Raise and fold page 62 Install lift assist lock channels page 45 and parking stands page 36 3 Set the FOLD FIELD switch to FOLD Extend the fold lift circuit to unfold until the inner wings stop Set the circuit to Neutral Shut off the tractor 4 Check the sensor actuator gap at the affected wing pivot With the actuator near the marked region on the sensor the gap must be 1 8 to 1 4 inch 3 2 to 6 3...

Page 98: ... page 45 and parking stands page 36 3 Set the FOLD FIELD switch to FOLD Extend the fold lift circuit to unfold until the inner wings stop 4 Set the FOLD FIELD switch to FIELD Retract the fold lift circuit until the wings stop at gull wing field lift page 56 Set the circuit to Neutral Shut off the tractor 5 Check the sensor actuator gap at the affected wing pivot With the actuator near the marked r...

Page 99: ...1 Loosen the jam nut 2 Turn the bolt counterclockwise until the bolt is turning freely 3 Drive screw in down until it contacts spring plate 4 Drive screw in until the bolt reveal from top of welded nut to bottom of bolt head is 2 0 inches 5 1 cm 5 Tighten the jam nut Use more or less tension as needed to eliminate caster vibration during highway transport Adjust as needed to compensate for piston ...

Page 100: ...esign shoe operating depth is 4 to 6 in 10 to 15 cm Operation at and below 8 in 20 cm is not recommended as a high rate of bolt shears page 100 is likely Rigid Knife Depth Reference Information Overall height of the tool bar base to knife shoe base is 28 5 in 72 4 cm Liquid NH3 is released from the tube at 3 4 in 19 mm above the shoe base For a precise release depth subtract this amount from the t...

Page 101: ... operating depth is 4 to 6 in 10 to 15 cm Operation at and below 8 in 20 cm is not recommended as a high rate of bolt shears page 100 is likely Spring Knife Depth Reference Information Overall height of the tool bar base to knife shoe base is 30 25 in 76 8 cm Liquid NH3 is released from the tube at 3 4 in 19 mm above the shoe base For a precise release depth subtract this amount from the total kni...

Page 102: ... adjustment page 86 Tine height is adjusted at the mount This requires adjustment as the coulter blades wear Loosen the nuts on the U bolts Lower the shank and re tighten Design coulter operating depth is 3 to 7 in 7 6 to 18 cm Operation below 7 in 18 cm is not recommended as high rates of disc wear are likely Application depth is unaffected by the coulter spring page 101 and sealer spring page 10...

Page 103: ...e resting on their down stops They ride up and compress the springs briefly as obstructions are encountered Do not adjust the spring tension If you service a coulter reset the spring tension to the factory length of 97 8 10in 25 2 cm Sensor Adjustment The proximity sensor on the left hand side of the front of the machine is for starting the gull winging process This sensor should be set to activat...

Page 104: ...ion may be too deep or the soil conditions too rough Even with cautious system discharges your accumulated ammonia exposure could exceed PEL and lead to health problems or injury Ammonia Exposure Hazard Do not back up with knives in ground to realign a knife for bolt replacement This will plug outlets on other knives If 1 2 13 Grade 5 bolts are not immediately available temporarily substitute metr...

Page 105: ...ve penetration and results in premature blade wear higher risk of blade damage and may simply lift the applicator Anhydrous Coulter Castering Coulters may be operated locked in line or with limited free castering Refer to Figure 82 To lock the coulter loosen the jam nut at Align the coulter front to back Tighten the set screw at then the jam nut To unlock the coulter loosen the jams nut at Loosen ...

Page 106: ...ully compressed Springs are always in tension in operating configurations Follow instructions carefully to avoid injury from pinching or flying parts Sealer discs may be sharp Use caution when working around them Disc Sealer Adjustments There are four to six sealer adjustments available depending on sealer type 1 Down stop shown at maximum 2 Down pressure shown at minimum 3 Wheel disc mount tilt s...

Page 107: ...Sealer Height Check and adjust this when changing knife depth The recommendation is to keep the vertical tube near vertical and the arm level at the new knife depth To adjust remove both adjustment pins Slide the tube up or down ad re pin Sealer Disc Wheel Spacing Spacing and angle have the most effect on trench closing and berm control Adjusting one may require adjustments to the other To change ...

Page 108: ...nia or after thoroughly discharging the system With the tines out of the ground there could otherwise be releases of ammonia at dangerous concentrations Sealer Down Pressure Adjustment The following trip down pressures are available These values are per sealer arm and are with the coulters in the ground and arms slightly raised per nominal factory assumptions as depicted in Figure 76 on page 98 No...

Page 109: ...loss to atmosphere all rows Application depth too shallow Pull type check adjust depth stop page 85 2 Point check adjust tractor hitch page 38 lift assist spacers page 38 and gauge wheel height page 86 3 Point check adjust tractor hitch page 38 and gauge wheel height page 86 Coulters set too deep lifting knives or tines Reduce coulter depth to shoe depth page 99 Insufficient sealing Adjust sealers...

Page 110: ...d Wings too Shallow Insufficient weight transferred to wings Increase weight transfer page 87 Center too Shallow Excess weight transferred to wings Decrease weight transfer page 87 Knives or tines plugging frequently Knives or tines worn Replace worn knives or tines Field too wet Wait for drier conditions Tractor rocking backward during stops or lift sequence pushing knives or tines backward Refin...

Page 111: ...wing unfold does not stop at wings level Proximity switch damaged or disconnected Check 12 Vdc at solenoids Inner proximity switch Mis adjusted If 12 Vdc present check adjust switch see Wing Leveling on page 92 Field fold wings do not stop at gull wing Switch not in FIELD Check switch position and indicator lamps No power to switch or harness Check power to switch harness connections at hitch Defe...

Page 112: ...d too high higher than available pressure can supply NH3 Slow down or wait for warmer conditions Tank pressure low Ambient or tank temperature may be too low to provide sufficient delivery pressure Wait for tank to warm or wait for warmer weather Rate Alarm High Incorrect VALVE CAL for Control Valve or METER CAL for flow meter Recheck console setup against values provided for components page 40 Co...

Page 113: ...No Fertilizer Flow Strainer plugged Close all valves Inspect strainer page 124 Clean screen and magnets as needed Material run out Check tank level Temperature too low Wait for warmer conditions On Off solenoid valve failure or open circuit Suspend operation page 76 Close emergency shut off valve Discharge line from emergency shut off valve to knives or tines Wait for applicator to be safe to appr...

Page 114: ... for coulter depth Raise tine weldment page 98 Coulter blades too worn Replace coulter blades Field too wet Wait for drier conditions Applicator not level from front to rear Check applicator front to back level page 38 Tractor rocking backward during stops or lift sequence pushing tines backward Refine stopping and or lifting technique to avoid reverse coulter motion in ground Excessive NH3 loss t...

Page 115: ...eck sealer Adjust page 104 or repair Rows in tractor tracks too shallow Reset tractor wheel spacing to avoid rows Tines plugging frequently Tines worn Replace worn tines Field too wet Wait for drier conditions Tractor rocking backward during stops or lift sequence pushing tines backward Refine stopping and or lifting technique to avoid reverse tine motion Sealers plugging Conditions too wet Wait f...

Page 116: ...igh Pressure Fluid Hazard Check all hydraulic lines and fittings before applying pressure Fluid escaping from a very small hole can be almost invisible Use paper or cardboard not body parts and wear heavy gloves to check for suspected leaks Escaping fluid under pressure can have sufficient pressure to penetrate the skin If an accident occurs seek immediate medical assistance from a physician famil...

Page 117: ...o assume that a closed valve represents a risk of trapped NH3 The illustration at right depicts a nurse tank hose in use and shut off while still full of liquid NH3 If this hose is removed to an enclosed space then opened it represents an extreme hazard Vapor concentrations could rise to well above IDLHa levels in moments This example system line segment is equipped with relief orifice equipped ba...

Page 118: ...ctober 2010 and later has a relief orifice on the downstream strainer side of the valve See note on page 13 regarding valve Warning decal Nurse tank hoses are likely to have solid ball valves indefinitely Treat all ball valves as potential traps Wear your PPEb when servicing lines and fittings that are in an uncertain status Fully bleed all lines prior to servicing Never carry a valve by the opera...

Page 119: ...nsport may also have occurred which aids clearing 1 Verify that all line valves are closed and all bleed valves open If this is not the case there is risk of trapped ammonia See Clearing a Line Trap on page 113 2 Carefully walk down wind of the applicator Check for ammonia odor If pungent there is at least some pure NH3 vapor in the system and possibly some liquid Give the applicator some time to ...

Page 120: ...re than 150 psi f Flow air through the system until odor falls to acceptable levels a You will need a funnel with tip O D smaller than the delivery tube I D 3 8 inch 9 5 mm and a fresh water source b Face the applicator into the wind c Disconnect a delivery line at a flow divider outlet d Connect the funnel to the line e Add water until it appears at the knives or tines Then add one more gallon 4 ...

Page 121: ...se in pressure at the flow divider gauge or pressure pulses as trapped liquid warms periodically vaporizes and blows back into the flow divider on page 21 Clearing Open Line Application Plugs 1 Stop operation page 77 2 Discharge the system page 115 3 If the knife or tine tubing is cold wait for it to warm to ambient temperature and vaporize any liquid NH3 inside 4 Use a thin flexible tool a coat h...

Page 122: ... change in cooler pressure may be minor You are most likely to detect an open line plugging of a vapor line during routine row inspection at re hitch Clearing Closed Line Vapor Plugs 1 Review the WARNING at the top of this page 2 Stop operation page 77 3 Discharge the system page 115 The standard discharge is not likely to adequately discharge any plugged closed vapor lines Expect continuing vapor...

Page 123: ...on for any lifted or missing hydrostatic relief valve caps If a cap is out of place that line section may have been closed with liquid NH3 present which later partially vented dislodging the cap Liquid NH3 may still be present Carefully bleed the line section before taking any other action It is also possible that the valve disc has deteriorated or has debris under the seat and is venting or leaki...

Page 124: ...ischarge the system page 115 before removing an old valve Wear protective equipment If the applicator was recently used or ammonia was trapped there could still be NH3 liquid or vapor behind the valve Do not attempt to repair or adjust a relief valve Hydrostatic relief valves are factory set and tested on specialized equipment to discharge at a specific pressure On the component being protected by...

Page 125: ... apply anhydrous even if they appear to be in excellent condition Use this page or a copy to record the replacement schedule and history for your applicator Be sure to remove and save these pages or transfer the data if you update the manual itself Breakaway Coupler Hydrostatic Relief Valve Supply Hose Part ID Service Life Date Life Started Replace Before Date Great Plains 891 203C 5 years the rep...

Page 126: ...elief Valve Refrigerant Line This is the same tubing used for row delivery Part ID Service Life Date Life Started Replace Before Date Raven or Great Plains 334 0002 005 5 years the replace by date is stamped on the valve A23 Part ID Service Life Date Placed in Service Replace Before Date Great Plains 990 259R 10 Year rated life A33 A45 ...

Page 127: ... knife or tine from the flow divider Coil excess length Secure it to the rear tool bar at the row For wing rows coil inboard of the row so that the coil is below the knife or tine when the applicator is folded Row Vapor Tubing This is a different larger ID tubing compared to the row delivery and refrigerant tubing It might be necessary to replace this tubing before the 10 year life if the knife or...

Page 128: ...specific recommendations for seasonal cooler storage cleaning and preserving the interior of the supercooler Cooler Hydrostatic Relief Valve This is a limited life part page 122 Check for expiration whenever servicing the cooler Flow Meter Maintenance If flow meter readings are irregular or consistently low relative to the amount of NH3 known to have flowed from the tanks remove the meter for clea...

Page 129: ...uit Crushing Hazard When reconnecting fittings at fold cylinder ports verify that a 0 063 inch 1 16 inch 1 6 mm orifice plate Great Plains part number 196 430D is installed at each port A missing plate could result in a dangerously fast unfold which might result in equipment damage injury or death System Contamination Risk Always use liquid pipe sealant when adding or replacing NPT National Pipe T...

Page 130: ...ral 11 Orient cylinders with rod ends higher than base ends One cylinder at a time 12 Crack slightly loosen a JIC connection at a fold cylinder rod end 13 Extend the circuit slowly until fluid appears at the fitting 14 Set the circuit to Neutral Tighten the fitting 15 Repeat step 12 through step 14 for the remaining cylinders 16 Set circuit to Float 17 Re pin base and rod ends of cylinders to cent...

Page 131: ...erks total Type of Lubrication Grease Quantity Until grease emerges Caster Pivots 1 zerk each caster 4 zerks total pull type 2 zerks total 2 point Type of Lubrication Grease Quantity Until grease emerges Sealer Pivots Option 1 zerk per pivot 11 to 15 zerks total Type of Lubrication Grease Quantity Until grease emerges 50 Multi purpose spray lubricant Multi pupose grease lubricant Multi purpose oil...

Page 132: ...e emerges Caster Wheel Parallel Arms 2 Point and Pull Type applicators only 2 zerks each arm 2 arms per caster 4 casters per applicator 16 zerks total pull type 2 casters per applicator 8 zerks total 2 point Type of Lubrication Grease Quantity Until grease emerges Rear Wheel Module Pivot pull type applicators only 4 zerks each pivot tube 2 pivot modules per 8 zerks total Type of Lubrication Grease...

Page 133: ... emerges Tire Pressures 2 4 or 6 tires Check tire pressures more frequently on a new applicator and with new tires Check tire pressures before making any level adjustments and whenever there are application problems Caster Wheel Bearings 2 races Type of Lubrication Grease Quantity until resistance is felt 10 31598 20 31597 20 838 092C Maximum inflation pressure of tires is 60 psi Torque wheel bolt...

Page 134: ...lers per applicator 44 to 60 races total Type of Lubrication Grease Quantity Repack Pull Type Caster Wheel Hubs pull type applicators only 1 zerk each hub 4 hubs per applicator 4 zerks total Type of Lubrication Grease Quantity Until resistance is felt Caster Stabilizers One UHMW brake piston each caster 4 total pull type 2 total 2 point See Caster Brake Adjustment on page 95 Seasonal 31071 Seasona...

Page 135: ...S speed output already installed on the tractor Speed Sensor Cable If your existing or purchased speed sensor is compatible with the Raven 115 0159 539 cable intended for use with a Raven radar you may order it from Raven or from Great Plains Speed Sensor The Raven SCS 450 accepts speed inputs from traditional magnet sensors speed radars and GPS receivers that provide compatible speed outputs If t...

Page 136: ... include all the components identified on pages 144 through page 147 plus all the piping tubing fittings and console harnessa to hitch Select the dual cooler system for application rates above 30 gpm or for application in colder conditions where the nurse tank vapor pressure might not support a full 30 gpm rate with a single cooler Hitch Package Original Option Accessory Kit Large Diameter Cast Hi...

Page 137: ...les and sealers are selected via options Anhydrous Coulter Options At time of publication a single anhydrous coulter configuration was offered Knife Tine Delivery Options Coulter Package Original Option Fluted Coulters 10 Turbo Coulters 11 Single Blade Part Number 20 3in fluted blade 5 16 inch wave 820 074C 20 2in turbo blade 3 4 inch wave 820 180C Package Original Option 22 inch turbo coulter 11 ...

Page 138: ...d most no till conditions For challenging no till conditions a weight set is available for the rear sub frame The weight stacks are available as an Option with the original fertilizer applicator order or as a separate kit See also Weight Kit Installation on page 159 Sealer Package Original Option Basket Sealers 17 Disc Sealers 15 Spider Sealers 16 a To change between spider wheel and disc in the f...

Page 139: ...f Control Braking Hazards Do not use the lighting harness for highway transport of nurse tanks or trailers behind an applicator At transport speeds on roads an urgent or emergency deceleration will result in a jackknife upset of a trailer Even normal braking above field speed risks loss of control The entire train can exceed the braking capability of the tractor particularly if a full tank is towe...

Page 140: ...0 psi 4 gal min 7700 lbs 7900 lbs 8100 lbs 9600 lbs 11900 lbs 7200 lbs 7400 lbs 7600 lbs 8800 lbs n a 11100 lbs 11300 lbs 11500 lbs 12800 lbs 15300 lbs 2P PT Transport Tire Size 265 70B16 5 10 16 5 NHS 8 Ply PT Gauge Wheel Tire 265 70B16 5 10 16 5 NHS 8 Ply 2P 3P Gauge Wheel Tire 20 5 8 0 10 Ply LR E 3 to 7 inches Rear Hitch Option Schuck Model 850 Nurse Tank Capability 3000 Gallons Metering Syste...

Page 141: ...its 155 bar 15 liters min Weight 2P maximum 3500 kg 3600 kg 3700 kg 4400 kg 5400 kg Weight 3P maximum 3300 kg 3400 kg 3400 kg 4000 kg n a Weight PT maximum 5000 kg 5100 kg 5200 kg 5800 kg 6900 kg 2P PT Transport Tire Size 265 70B16 5 10 16 5 NHS 8 Ply PT Gauge Wheel Tire 265 70B16 5 10 16 5 NHS 8 Ply 2P 3P Gauge Wheel Tire 20 5 8 0 10 Ply LR E Operating Depth 8 to 18 cm Rear Hitch Option Schuck Mo...

Page 142: ... 9400 lbs 9600 lbs 9900 lbs 11000 lbs 11700 lbs 14450 lbs 8900 lbs 9100 lbs 9400 lbs 10500 lbs 11200 lbs n a 12800 lbs 13000 lbs 13300 lbs 14400 lbs 15100 lbs 17850 lbs 2P PT Transport Tire Size 10 16 5 NHS 10 Ply PT Gauge Wheel Tire 10 16 5 NHS 10 Ply 2P 3P Gauge Wheel Tire 20 5 8 0 10 Ply LR E 3 to 7 inches Rear Hitch Option Schuck Model 850 Nurse Tank Capability 3000 Gallons Metering System Rav...

Page 143: ...2 Circuits 155 bar 15 liters min Weight 2P maximum 4300 kg 4400 kg 4500 kg 5000 kg 5300 kg 6600 kg Weight 3P maximum 4000 kg 4100 kg 4300 kg 4800 kg 5100 kg n a Weight PT maximum 5800 kg 5900 kg 6000 kg 6500 kg 6800 kg 8100 kg 2P PT Transport Tire Size 10 16 5 NHS 10 Ply PT Gauge Wheel Tire 10 16 5 NHS 10 Ply 2P 3P Gauge Wheel Tire 20 5 8 0 10 Ply LR E Operating Depth 8 to 18 cm Rear Hitch Option ...

Page 144: ...45 200 9 16 12 95 150 210 M14 X 1 5 99 155 215 9 16 18 105 165 235 M16 X 2 145 225 315 5 8 11 130 205 285 M16 X 1 5 155 240 335 5 8 18 150 230 325 M18 X 2 5 195 310 405 3 4 10 235 360 510 M18 X 1 5 220 350 485 3 4 16 260 405 570 M20 X 2 5 280 440 610 7 8 9 225 585 820 M20 X 1 5 310 650 900 7 8 14 250 640 905 M24 X 3 480 760 1050 1 8 340 875 1230 M24 X 2 525 830 1150 1 12 370 955 1350 M30 X 3 5 960...

Page 145: ...ence Information 141 2019 03 11 Table of Contents Index 407 502M Controller System Diagram Single Section Controller GP 823 211C GP 823 212C GP 823 215C GP 115 0159 539 GP 823 354C GP 063 0171 666 063 0172 977 063 0172 978 31580 Accessories sold separately ...

Page 146: ...2M NP30A or NP40A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Reference Information 142 Section Control Controller GP 823 211C GP 823 212C GP 823 215C GP 115 0159 539 GP 823 422C GP 063 0171 666 063 0172 977 063 0172 978 115 0171 836 063 0172 978 34966 ...

Page 147: ...alve A33 Refrigerant Line A14 Breakaway Coupler A34 Cooler Refrigerant Inlet A15 Breakaway Hydrostatic Relief Valve A35 Section Control Check Valve A16 Coupler Outlet Bleed Valve A36 Section Control Bleed Valve A17 Supply Hose A37 Section Control Relief Valve A18 Emergency Shut off Valve A38 Section Flow Divider A19 Strainer A39 Section Shut Off Valves A20 Strainer Magnets A40 Row Flow Divider s A...

Page 148: ...ppendix A Reference Information 144 Single Cooler Single Section Plumbing See legends on page 143 and Systems Overview on page 22 NH3 FLOW A13 A12 A23 A11 A15 A16 A17 A18 A19 A20 A28 A27 A25 A34 A22 A21 A47 A14 A48 A48 A45 A47 A24 A42 A33 A31 A30 A44 A41 A40 A43 A49 A45 A32 A46 A29 A26 ...

Page 149: ...of Contents Index 407 502M Single Cooler Section Control Plumbing See legends on page 143 and Systems Overview on page 22 A12 A13 A15 A16 A17 A18 A14 A11 A47 A23 A48 A48 A47 A19 A21 A22 A34 A24 A42 A20 A27 A28 A33 A44 A41 A31 A30 A29 A26 A25 A32 A46 A43 A45 A49 A45 A40 A36 A37 A35 A38 A39 34959 ...

Page 150: ... Appendix A Reference Information 146 Dual Cooler Single Section Plumbing See legends on page 143 and Systems Overview on page 22 A12 A13 A15 A16 A17 A18 A14 A11 A47 A23 A48 A48 A47 A19 A21 A22 A34 A24 A42 A20 A27 A28 A33 A44 A41 A31 A30 A29 A26 A25 A32 A46 A43 A45 A49 A45 A40 34961 ...

Page 151: ... of Contents Index 407 502M Dual Cooler Section Control Plumbing See legends on page 143 and Systems Overview on page 22 A12 A13 A15 A16 A17 A18 A14 A11 A47 A23 A48 A48 A47 A19 A21 A22 A34 A24 A42 A20 A27 A28 A33 A44 A41 A31 A30 A29 A26 A25 A32 A46 A43 A45 A49 A45 A40 A39 A35 A37 A36 A38 34962 ...

Page 152: ...019 03 11 Table of Contents Index 407 502M NP30A or NP40A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Reference Information 148 Hydraulic Diagrams Hydraulic Schematic 2013 5 Section 2 Point with Lift Assist 34967 ...

Page 153: ...NP30A or NP40A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Reference Information 149 2019 03 11 Table of Contents Index 407 502M Proximity and Solenoid Locations 2013 5 Section 2 Point with Lift Assist 34998 ...

Page 154: ...s Index 407 502M NP30A or NP40A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Reference Information 150 Lift Assist and Fold Hydraulics 2012 2 Point 5 Section Shut off valve Pressure reducing valve Bypass valve 34093 U D F B L R 1 2 3 1 2 3 ...

Page 155: ...able of Contents Index Appendix A Reference Information 151 2019 03 11 Table of Contents Index 407 502M Lift Assist Weight Transfer and Fold Hydraulics 2013 2 Point 5 Section Weight transfer valve 34957 U D F B L R 1 1 ...

Page 156: ...f Contents Index 407 502M NP30A or NP40A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Reference Information 152 Fold Hydraulics Pull Type 5 Section Shut off valve Pressure reducing valve Bypass valve 38852 U D F B L R 1 2 3 1 2 3 ...

Page 157: ...Contents Index Appendix A Reference Information 153 2019 03 11 Table of Contents Index 407 502M Fold Hydraulics 3 Point and Pull Type 3 Section Shut off valve Pressure reducing valve Bypass valve 31581 U D F B L R 2 3 1 1 2 3 ...

Page 158: ...ontents Index 407 502M NP30A or NP40A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Reference Information 154 Lift and Fold Hydraulics 2 Point 3 Section Shut off valve Pressure reducing valve Bypass valve 31578 U D F B L R 2 3 1 1 2 3 ...

Page 159: ...NP30A or NP40A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Reference Information 155 2019 03 11 Table of Contents Index 407 502M Lift Hydraulics 2011 Pull Type 31575 U D F B L R ...

Page 160: ...2019 03 11 Table of Contents Index 407 502M NP30A or NP40A Table of Contents Index Appendix A Reference Information 156 Lift Hydraulics 2010 Pull Type C2 C1 V2 V1 C2 C2 32025 U D F B L R ...

Page 161: ...to use the PARK position to save battery power when the applicator is connected but not in use Route the captive harness to the hitch Secure it with the provided cable ties to prevent entanglement and damage Component Replacement Dates Record replace by dates on the Replacement Log pages 121 to 123 If the applicator has Great Plains installed metering several components of that system have limited...

Page 162: ... included 016 0159 831 Raven SCS 450 Installation Operation and Service manual manual Power color code is positive red negative black The included bracket requires customer supplied fasteners Before first field use of the SCS 450 it must be programmed with data specifying the system configuration consisting of various CAL numbers and user elected RATE numbers See the Raven SCS 450 manual for displ...

Page 163: ... With the longer notch toward the wings and the shorter notch to machine center place the weight in the openings of the rear sub frame Push it fully forward before releasing the lines 6 Repeat step 2 through step 5 for all weights 7 Select four sets 802 091C HHCS 1 2 13X1 1 2 GR5 803 019C NUT LOCK 1 2 13 PLT and eight 804 016C WASHER FLAT 1 2 SAE PLT Place a washer on each bolt Insert each bolt be...

Page 164: ...he other weight 8 Select two 806 015C U BOLT 5 8 11 X 4 1 32 X 8 and four sets 804 022C WASHER LOCK SPRING 5 8 PLT 803 021C NUT HEX 5 8 11 PLT Insert the a U bolt from below the lift assist tool bar through the weight stack mounting plate Place two washers on each bolt Secure with nuts One weight set on each side and equal distance from applicator center line Inside between lift assist wheel assem...

Page 165: ...e to normal wear such as wear items and ground engaging components repeat repair due to improper diagnosis or repair by the dealer temporary repairs service calls and or mileage to and from customer location overtime premium or unit hauling expenses The warranty may be voided if the unit is towed at speeds in excess of 20 miles per hour 32 kilometers per hour or is used in soils with rocks stumps ...

Page 166: ...cart hitch 81 implement 81 NH3 cart hitched 81 NH3 system 81 post delivery 157 pre setup 29 pre start 44 row units 81 suspending application 82 clevis hitch 132 clevis depth stop 47 closed center 35 90 clothing 3 color code hose 35 power 158 connectors console speed 34 electrical 34 rate controller 34 console 28 74 131 158 console speed connector 34 contaminated clothing 3 Continental 119 continuo...

Page 167: ...protection 3 heat exchanger 23 height gauge wheel 86 hitch 39 tool bar to knife 96 97 tool bar to tine 98 high pressure fluids 4 high residue 104 hills 30 67 hitch 132 rear 70 hitch height 39 hitch pin kit 132 hitching 30 nurse cart 67 hose coupler 26 hose label 35 hose valve 26 hoses hydraulic 35 hose supply 23 hydraulic bleed 125 hydraulic depth stop 85 hydraulic diagram 148 hydraulic harness 34...

Page 168: ...ing 59 pull type hitching 30 pull type leveling 39 pull type unfolding 59 pull type wheel hubs 130 Q QD 125 quick coupler 125 Quick Disconnect 125 quick hitch 31 R radar 4 42 radiation exposure 4 raising 50 pull type 51 2 point 53 3 point 52 rate controller connector 34 RATE 1 74 RATE 1 CAL 42 RATE 2 74 RATE 2 CAL 42 Raven 9 13 18 40 131 132 141 158 Raven SCS 440 18 rear hitch 70 135 rear wheel mo...

Page 169: ... 66 67 transport lock 45 transport rest 33 transport speed 5 trapped anhydrous 113 tubing delivery 25 123 vapor 25 123 turbo blade 133 turn signals 5 turns tight 76 U UHMW 130 UNFOLD 49 unfold stop 93 unfolding pull type 59 2 point 61 64 3 point 60 unhitching nurse tank 80 URLs tires 140 V VALVE CAL 40 41 42 valves bleed 32 bypass 88 depth stop 85 emergency shut off 32 lift assist 158 on off 24 re...

Page 170: ...6 060A hitch pins 132 70 option 134 802 038C bolt 100 802 091C bolt 159 803 019C nut 159 803 020C nut 100 803 021C nut 160 804 015C washer 100 804 016C washer 159 804 022C washer 160 804 094C washer 100 806 015C U bolt 160 810 297C valve 148 810 723C cylinder 148 810 841C cylinder 148 810 842C cylinder 148 810 849C valve 148 149 810 877C valve 148 149 818 055C reflector 8 818 323C decal 10 818 337...

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