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3500 / 4000 EXPLORER

4 x 430802

1 x 63029304

2 x 61011904

1 x 83023204

4 x 430846

25 x 460703

1 x 63022904

2 x 63023104

8 x 430286

10 x 460585

2 x 430934

4 x 160624

4 x 430787

63023304

1 x 63023404

17 x 430286

2 x 16038104

Explorer 3500 / 4000

SPC Boom Attachment

1 x 61003404

single axle only

8 x 165557

83310204

2 x 16038104

1 x 63814904

63814804

83321904

2 x 63029504

63029304

63029404

63022904

2 x 61011904

63002004

single axle only

Explorer 3500 / 4000

18-20m SPB

Boom Attachment Kit

Boom Attachment and Transport

Drg 14

Summary of Contents for 3500 EXPLORER

Page 1: ...3500 4000 EXPLORER Operator s Manual 67023304 AU 04 04 Fig 1 ...

Page 2: ...ardi Spraying Equipment Pty Ltd reserves the right to make changes in design features accessories specifications and instruc tions at any time and without notice Hardi Spraying Equipment Pty Ltd is without any obligation in relation to products purchased before or after such changes All operators of the equipment dealt with by this publication must read this entire publication prior to operating a...

Page 3: ...ystem 13 Adding Chemicals 13 Safety Precautions 13 Tips for adding Dry Liquid Chemicals 14 Drum Rinse Feature 14 Using Granni Pot and Manifold Valves 3 Methods 15 Vacuum Transfer Kit for Granni Pot Opt 16 Filters 16 Self cleaning filter 16 HARDI CYCLONE foam marker 17 Operation 17 Maintenance 17 System drain and flush 17 HARDI Pilot 17 Boom operation 17 Spray technique 18 Flushing tanks 18 Dilutin...

Page 4: ...e equipment It is equally important that other operators of this equipment read and understand this manual You must read chemical labels and follow the instructions they contain prior to using them Chemical labels are registered by the National Registration Authority However each state gov erns the purpose for which a chemical may be used this varies from state to state Local law may demand that t...

Page 5: ...re Please refer to the HARDI Pilot Instruction Book Filters A Suction Filter is fitted to ensure the sprayer will have minimal pump contamination and nozzle blockages With the optional Self Cleaning Filter the impurities that exist in the spray liquid will bypass the filter and be re circulated back to the tank via the return flow When the tank is empty the impurities can be flushed out through th...

Page 6: ...oke pin and slide the yoke onto the PTO shaft Make sure that the lock engages by pushing and pulling forwards and backwards or if applicable by tightening the allen key Fit the chains to prevent the protection guards from rotating with the shaft NOTE Please fit the female part marked with a tractor symbol towards the tractor Connecting hydraulics Please refer to the boom manual supplied with your ...

Page 7: ...ayer from the tractor with the boom unfolded unless the boom is supported Place stop wedges in front of and behind the wheels Remember to disconnect all hoses and cables from the tractor WARNING If the sprayer is parked unattended avoid unauthorised persons children and animals having access to the sprayer Testing electrical plumbing and hydraulic functions Before using your sprayer for applying c...

Page 8: ...1 Fig 14 until the pressure gauge again shows the same pressure 3 Adjust the other sections of the distribution valve in the same way NOTE After initial adjustment of Pressure Equalisation further adjustment will only be needed when 1 You change to nozzles of different capacities 2 The nozzle output increases as the nozzles wear Connecting electric controls HP 3880 display with HP 3005 power box 1...

Page 9: ...ading at the operating unit pressure gauge D Fig 14 The outputs stated in the nozzle charts are always based on the pressure measured at the nozzle Always adjust pressure when calibrating and spraying according to readings at the Remote pressure gauge Emergency Operation of EC Unit The main ON OFF and section valves can be manually operated about 30 seconds after HP 3500 control panel has last bee...

Page 10: ... Pressure Main Tank Agitation Opt Tank Rinse BLACK Suction From Main Tank From Flush Tank GREEN Pressure To Distribution Spray To Chem Fill BLUE Fill Flush Tank Fill Foam Tank OPERATION Fig 18 Fig19 83324004 EXPLORER 3500 4000 MANIFOLD FILL BLUE EMPTY GREEN GREEN BLACK BLACK ...

Page 11: ...alve Fill Empty Granni Pot E Blue Filling Valve Fill Flush Fill Foam tank F Suction Filter G Fill Filter H Pump J Fill Select Valve Main Tank Fill Manifold Valve K Main Tank L Main Tank Suction Hose M Main Tank Fill Hose E F G H N Bypass to Main Tank O Pressure Relief Valve P Main Tank Agitation Q Tank Rinse opt R Non Return Valve flush tank S Non Return Valve main tank T EC U Distribution V Press...

Page 12: ...le tank rupture Filling through tank lids Flip open the main tank lid Fig 21 and fill through the strainer to prevent rust or other particles entering the tank Screw open the cylindrical foam marker tank lid A Fig 22 and adjacent wrap around flush tank lid B Fig 22 and fill with water An overhead tank can be used in order to obtain high filling capacity WARNING Do not let the filling hose enter an...

Page 13: ...ig 27 Fig 25 This equipment should be worn to avoid poisoning burns and irritation to your eyes skin and internal organs Contaminated clothing should be removed and care must be taken not to contaminate the inside of the tractor cab It is always advisable to have clean water available especially when filling the sprayer with the chemical Always clean the sprayer carefully and immediately after use...

Page 14: ...e chemical ADDING CHEMICALS HOW TO ADD CHEMICALS TO YOUR SPRAYER Chemicals can be filled into the main tank in three ways 1 Through the tank lid Please note This method is not recommended due to increased risks of inaccuracy in dosage falls and strain injuries when carrying containers up onto the sprayer platform and also spillage and contamination WARNING Be careful not to slip or splash chemi ca...

Page 15: ...h chemical concentrate in the Granni Pot Follow GRANNI POT Operators Manual directions 5 After adding chemicals flush the hopper with clean water Suction valve A Fig 32 to FLUSH TANK 6 Return Suction valve A to MAIN TANK and Pressure valve B to DISTRIBUTION Spray Re fit camlock plug to fill filter when all filling is completed Adding Chemicals with HARDI Granni PotTM and Manifold Valves There are ...

Page 16: ...egularly Mesh size should always be smaller than the flow average of the nozzles used Therefore pay attention to the correct combination of filters and mesh size Recom mended suction filter is 50 mesh this allows good flow to the pump with little restriction Standard self cleaning filter is 100 mesh Refer to the following chart for correct filter recommendations Suction filter screens do wear from...

Page 17: ... kept clean to ensure foam is of good quality Drain and flush when Quality of foam produced is poor Preparing for off season storage Residues are more than a week old Impurities are seen in the tanks Foam Marker System Drain and Flush 1 Remove pin to release suction hose fitting at base of tank 2 Flush the tank with clean water 3 Check the filter is clean 4 Carefully re fit suction hose and secure...

Page 18: ...aying circuit on standard sprayer Variations due to different ground inclinations etc Dilutable residue must be diluted 10 times with clean water and sprayed into the crop just sprayed before cleaning the sprayer see Cleaning P 19 DRAINING TANKS Main tank drain valve Pull the string at the left hand side of the tank to open the drain valve The valve is spring loaded but can be kept open by pulling...

Page 19: ...p etc that is suitable for the chemical in the tank solution Seepage or runoff of residues into streams water courses ditches wells springs etc must be avoided Cleaning starts with calibration as a well cali brated sprayer will ensure a minimal amount of remain ing spray liquid see Spraying Technique book It is good practice to clean the sprayer immedi ately after use thereby rendering the sprayer...

Page 20: ...d rinsed 7 Remove clean flush and drain all hoses 8 Clean Granni Pot hopper Clean flush and drain delivery hose from hopper to main tank and Vacuum Transfer hose where applicable 9 Carefully clean lid area with particular attention to the basket and underside of the lid 10 With the pump running thoroughly flush the inside of the main tank remember the tank roof and lid area If rinse nozzles are no...

Page 21: ...oducts Recommended lubrication intervals and lubricants are as follows LUBRICATING POINT LUBRICANT Ball bearings Universal Lithium grease NLGI 2 SHELL RETINAX A CASTROL LM GREASE Slide bearings Lithium Grease with Molybdenumdisulphide and Graphite SHELL SAS 4000 CASTROL MOLYMAX Oil lube points Engine Oil C B A Fig 42 Pump Transmission shaft Support leg Wheel bearings B 250 C 250 Fig 43 Fig 44 Fig ...

Page 22: ...arts immediately 11 Lubrication Lubricate the entire sprayer Pump Grease bearings Support leg Oil base pivot Grease handle Drawbar Grease any moving sections Suspension Grease rockers Boom Refer to the boom operator s manual supplied with your sprayer documentation 200 Hours or Monthly Whichever occurs first Do all previous 12 Wheel bearings Check and adjust if necessary 13 Hoses and tubes Check a...

Page 23: ...pin and bend it 7 Fill the hub cap with fresh grease and press it on to the hub again 8 Repeat the procedure on the left hand wheel 8 Tyres Check tyre pressures against the table below and the Load Limit table on page 32 TYRE PRESSURE kPa Road Max Work Recommended 12 4 x 46 240 145 155 18 4 x 38 240 145 155 18 4 x 30 200 145 23 1 x 30 200 145 WARNING Over inflated tyres may explode and cause sever...

Page 24: ...hragm which will not seal correctly after being re assembled Rotate the pump until the diaphragm is neutral or out 4 Reassemble with torque settings as inTorque P 32 E A B B1 C D A Valve Cover B Valves B1 White Flap Valves C O rings D Diaphragm Bolt E Diaphragm Fig 53 11 Hoses and tubes Check all hoses and tubes for possible damage and proper attachment Renew damaged hoses or tubes Check the condi...

Page 25: ...ain ON OFF valve is closed the ball and seat should be checked Remove the 2 bolts fixing the main ON OFF pressure valve unit to the bracket unscrew the union nut A and pull the valve away from the distribution valves Check the ball for sharp edges and scratches and check the ball seat for cracks and wear Replace if necessary See Replacement Parts 1 Cautiously remove the Clip A Fig 57 and pull out ...

Page 26: ...the cord B A C A Top Position Line B Plug C Screws Fig 67 Fig 62 6 Check alignment and locking of the tabs by tapping the universal cross cover lightly Fig 63 Constant velocity joint shielding renewal 1 Remove the screws holding the two halves of the shield together Fig 64 Fig 65 3 Lubricate the bearing surfaces on the central body of the joint Align the two halves of the shield and secure with th...

Page 27: ...max mounting pressure moulded on the tyre After mounting tyres adjust inflation pressure to operation pressure recommended by the tyre manu facturer SeeTyre pressures and Load limits P 32 WARNING Bad seating of the tyre on the rim could cause the tyre to burst leading to serious injury or death CAUTION Never mount or use damaged tyres or rims CAUTION Using damaged ruptured distorted welded or braz...

Page 28: ...cal residues are left in the sprayer 2 Renew damaged seals and repair leaks 3 Empty the sprayer completely and let the pump work for a few minutes Operate all valves and handles to drain as much water off the spraying circuit as possible Let the pump run until air is coming out of all nozzles Remember to drain the flushing tank Ensure the foam marker is rinsed and drained 4 If the sprayer is store...

Page 29: ...s reduces pump efficiency Poorly reassembled pumps especially diaphragm covers will allow the pump to suck air resulting in reduced or no capacity Hydraulic components that are contaminated with dirt result in rapid wear to the hydraulic system Therefore always check 1 Suction pressure and nozzle filters are clean 2 Hoses for leaks and cracks paying particular atten tion to the suction hoses 3 Gas...

Page 30: ...ves blocked or worn Check for obstructions and wear Defect pressure gauge Check for dirt at inlet of gauge Pressure dropping Filters clogged Clean all filters Fill with cleaner water If using powders make sure agitation is on Nozzles worn Check flow rate and replace nozzles if it ex ceeds 10 Tank is air tight Check vent is clear Sucking air towards end of tank load Lower pump rpm Pressure increasi...

Page 31: ...e connections Check fuse holder is tight around fuse Foam marker Compressor will not start Poor power supply Check battery must be 12 V and wiring Use the HARDI electric distribution box Blown fuse Change external fuse Defective relay Open compressor box and check relay for corrosion No liquid to foam gen erator Blown fuse Open compressor box and check fuse located on printed circuit board Solenoi...

Page 32: ...etallic parts can be scrapped Always follow local legislation regarding disposal Replacement Parts Drawing Page Drg 1 363 540 rpm pump 33 Drg 2 363 1000 rpm pump 34 Drg 3 Banjo pump Opt 35 Drg 4 Unit EC Divided 36 Drg 5 Distributor EC Divided 37 Drg 6 Main Tank Fittings 38 Drg 7 In Line and Fill Filter 39 Drg 8 Self Cleaning and Suction Filters 40 Drg 9 Hand Wash Tank 41 Drg 10 Explorer Manifold S...

Page 33: ...242092 Suction Side of Pump with 1 1 2 Suction Port 927266 x M S 93 S 93 283866 2 hose Pressure Side of Pump with 1 Pressure Port 927344 x M 1 1 4 S 67 322321 S 67 145997 1 BSP 283810 241973 111612 M12x60 430312 M12x65 430437 Drg 1 363 540 rpm Pump 540 rpm 10mm 147097 ...

Page 34: ... 2 BSP 726573 242092 Suction Side of Pump with 1 1 2 Suction Port 927266 x M S 93 S 93 283866 2 hose Pressure Side of Pump with 1 Pressure Port 927344 x M 1 1 4 S 67 322321 S 67 145997 1 BSP 283810 241973 430437 111636 170183 430312 Drg 2 363 1000 rpm Pump ...

Page 35: ...35 3500 4000 EXPLORER Drg 3 Banjo Pump Optional ...

Page 36: ...WN WHITE 72137300 72137100 725070 440675 Unit EC Divided Green 242005 167960 241978 145661 614421 750271 285126 241883 5 4 334050 P361 333351 440673 163947 P462 145305 240063 322188 240925 280766 728029 145996 241883 240063 480698 322136 210501 728027 390727 334551 440677 729999 72137400 from B107 24 06 03 Drg 4 Unit EC Divided ...

Page 37: ...1 Ø22 1 x 1 6 241673 Ø5 4 x 2 4 241323 Ø15 3 x 2 4 241861 334669 728010 270211 725257 284270 729894 440675 440677 440673 241441 334547 241441 333583 333594 240951 240951 334558 270211 240951 333561 241441 334548 240947 471126 DISTRIBUTOR EC DIVIDED Green EC3 731324 EC4 729121 EC5 728170 EC7 728059 from B108 28 08 03 460817 EC4 145693 EC5 145928 EC7 146355 145996 Drg 5 Distributor EC Divided ...

Page 38: ...38 3500 4000 EXPLORER Drg 6 Main Tank Fittings ...

Page 39: ...39 3500 4000 EXPLORER Drg 7 In Line and Fill Filter ...

Page 40: ...40 3500 4000 EXPLORER Drg 8 Filters SUCTION FILTER ...

Page 41: ...41 3500 4000 EXPLORER Drg 9 Hand Wash Tank ...

Page 42: ...4004 16090704 334243 334243 334243 334243 334243 334243 320832 331262 16090604 334239 322109 x 2 728578 728578 728578 334244 334244 334250 322224 322224 322224 390906 16074000 EC 841062 S67 SC FILTER 728393 S67 841062 S67 840110 S93 728393 S67 334446 2 331262 A B C D E 334244 Drg 10 Explorer 35 00 4000 Manifold ...

Page 43: ...0605 471125 334497 242046 242113 728579 741446 Viton 322320 241883 728578 241973 240936 728579 242113 242046 145996 334497 460261 471125 728393 841062 840062 72172100 72172200 334598 334597 334594 334588 334576 334576 33501100 390238 390204 390965 391039 391039 390777 390623 390623 390623 390623 391023 334600 334600 334600 14026500 334600 Drg 11 S67 Manifold ...

Page 44: ... 242475 242316 322354 241872 145997 285791 147767 15 bar 322218 0 bar 322328 15 bar 390543 147767 15 bar 322349 0 bar 322327 15 bar 440685 440729 334900 0 0 15 0 15 72082400 840110 72041000 72082200 72207900 334597 334594 334594 334971 334597 334587 334587 334576 334587 334576 390544 390539 390539 390917 390544 0 bar 741726 15 bar 741726 Viton 0 bar 741447 15 bar 741726 Viton 322222 0 bar 322327 1...

Page 45: ...45 3500 4000 EXPLORER Drg 13 3500 4000 Chassis 16094704 63702404 2 x 16089404 16089304 63025004 16090804 63000404 63025104 ...

Page 46: ...60624 4 x 430787 63023304 1 x 63023404 17 x 430286 2 x 16038104 Explorer 3500 4000 SPC Boom Attachment 1 x 61003404 single axle only 8 x 165557 83310204 2 x 16038104 1 x 63814904 63814804 83321904 2 x 63029504 63029304 63029404 63022904 2 x 61011904 63002004 single axle only Explorer 3500 4000 18 20m SPB Boom Attachment Kit Boom Attachment and Transport Drg 14 ...

Page 47: ...as shown at A1 A2 and B1 B2 Large wheels Each pair of brackets is fitted on one side of the trailer the front bracket attached under the spring mount and leaning towards the back of the trailer 4 x 63024504 4 x 61012604 28 x 430522 8 x 430507 8 x 460585 2 x 63024404 2 x 63024304 MUDGUARD MOUNT KIT EXPLORER P N 83321504 16 x 430286 16 x 460703 16 x 160624 direction of travel Explorer Mudguards and ...

Page 48: ...48 3500 4000 EXPLORER Drg 16 Hubs and Suspension ...

Page 49: ...49 3500 4000 EXPLORER Drg 17 Cyclone Foam Marker ...

Page 50: ...50 3500 4000 EXPLORER Drg 17 Cyclone Compressor and Valve A ...

Page 51: ...51 3500 4000 EXPLORER Notes ...

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