GREAT PLAINS Nutri-Pro NP30L, Operator'S Manual

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NP30L or NP40L Table of Contents Index Troubleshooting 97
2018-10-10 Table of Contents Index 407-313M
Application Troubleshooting
Problem Cause Solution
Excess
Material
Remaining
(but no alarms)
Incorrect console setup Re-check METER CAL and BOOM CAL.
Field size different. After ruling out metering problems, re-check geography.
Excessive gaps between fertilizer
applicator passes. Gap between opposing pass end trenches should be one row
space (e.g. 30in)
Flow meter malfunction Consult dealer.
Low Rate
Ground drive on Low Range when rate
requires High
Exchange Range sprockets.
Dial setting incorrect Re-check Range and Dial settings for rate.
Ground drive slipping
Check condition of arm and chains. Check operating height of
implement (may be too high). If soil is too wet, try reconfiguring for
a lower manifold pressure, or wait for dryer conditions.
Pump damaged See CDS-John Blue NGP Pump Parts and Instructional manual.
Material
Consumption
Too High (but
no alarms)
Incorrect console setup Re-check METER CAL and BOOM CAL.
Field size different. After ruling out metering problems, re-check geography.
Excessive overlap
Gap between opposing pass end trenches should be one row
space (e.g. 30 inch). Also check tracks for unintended
re-applications, particularly if relying on GPS mapping.
Tank or system Leak Suspend application. Check for leaks in
Flow meter malfunction Consult dealer.
High Rate
Ground drive on High Range when rate
requires Low
Exchange Range sprockets.
Dial setting incorrect Re-check Range and Dial settings for rate.
Rows Not
Fertilized
Check for plugged row-unit tube Stop application. Lift implement and inspect applicators.
No Fertilizer
Flow
Strainer plugged
Close all valves. Inspect strainer (page 104). Clean screen as
needed.
Material run-out Check tank level.