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7 - Fault finding

7.6

Mechanical problems

In case of power failure it is possible to operate all functions of the
operating unit manually. First disconnect the multi plug from the
control box. Now manually turn the emergency control knobs.

The problem may be due to a blown fuse. A fuse is placed inside the
box. Fuse type: Thermo

Emergency operation - Liquid system

Summary of Contents for COMMANDER TWIN FORCE Series

Page 1: ...COMMANDER TWIN FORCE www hardi international com 67000200 Version 1 03 GB 06 2007 Instruction book ...

Page 2: ...omplete and correct As this instruction book covers more models and features or equipment which are available in certain countri es only please pay attention to paragraphs dealing with precisely your model Published and printed by HARDI INTERNATIONAL A S We congratulate you for choosing a HARDI plant protection product The reliabi lity and efficiency of this product depend upon your care The first...

Page 3: ...rol unit 7 Section control unit 8 Filters 8 CycloneFilter 8 ChemFiller 9 ChemFiller suction valve Red labels optional equipment 9 ChemFiller Vortex nozzle Yellow label 9 Agitation valve 9 Chemical container cleaning grip Yellow label 10 EasyClean filter 10 External Filling Device valve Red labels optional equipment 10 TWIN Air technique 11 General info 11 Boom 12 Boom and terminology 12 Equipment ...

Page 4: ...ol unit 8 Installation of control box Hydraulics control unit 8 Installation of control unit brackets 8 Road safety kit 8 Power supply 9 Potentiometer connection 9 LookAhead Liquid system 10 CycloneFilter 10 TWIN Air technique 11 Adjusting the air assistance 11 Setting of air speed rules of thumb 11 Angling of air and liquid rules of thumb 12 Water sensitive paper 12 Transport 13 Transport lock 13...

Page 5: ...7 Filling chemicals through tank lid 7 Filling chemicals by HARDI ChemFiller without optional valves 8 Filling chemicals by HARDI ChemFiller with optional valves 8 Filling by simultaneously use of ChemFiller and External Filling Device 9 Agitation before re starting spraying 10 Operating the control unit while spraying 10 Quick reference Operation 11 Cleaning 12 General info 12 Cleaning and mainte...

Page 6: ...ings 7 250 hours service Inspect parking brake 8 250 hours service Brake adjustment 8 250 hours service Air brake filters optional equipment 8 250 hours service Hydraulic brakes 9 500 hours service Hydraulic oil filter 9 1000 hours service Transmission shaft 9 1000 hours service Wheel bearings and brakes 10 1000 hours service Hydraulic oil change 12 1000 hours service Gearbox oil change 12 Occasio...

Page 7: ...aulic system Z model 4 Hydraulic fan transmission 5 Mechanical problems 6 Emergency operation Liquid system 6 8 Technical specifications Dimensions 1 Overall dimensions 1 Weight 1 Wheel and axle dimensions 1 Conversion factors SI to Imperial units 2 Specifications 3 Pump model 463 5 5 3 Pump model 463 10 0 3 Pump model 463 6 5 3 Pump model 463 12 0 3 Filters and nozzles 3 Temperature and pressure ...

Page 8: ...Table of contents TOC 6 ...

Page 9: ...ive on essential health and safety requirements in relation to the construction and manufacture of machines B was manufactured in conformity with the provisions in other relevant COUNCIL DIRECTIVES C was manufactured in conformity with the current standards implementing harmonised standards in accordance with Article 5 2 and other relevant standards declare that the following product Importer HARD...

Page 10: ...1 CE Declaration 1 2 ...

Page 11: ...at drink or smoke while spraying or working with contaminated equipment Wash and change clothes after spraying Wash tools if they have become contaminated In case of poisoning immediately seek medical advice Remember to identify chemicals used Keep children away from the equipment If any portion of this instruction book remains unclear after reading it contact your HARDI dealer for further expla n...

Page 12: ...rom the area Never dismount the hose if the machine is in operation Disconnect the cleaner and the water supply before the high pressure hose is dismounted The External Cleaning Device should not be used if important parts of the equipment have been damaged inclu ding safety devices high pressure hoses etc Tractor drivers seat is the intended working place during operation Label explanation The la...

Page 13: ...rules when operating Service Shut off engine and remove ignition key before performing maintenance or repair Risk of injury Do not open or remove safety shields while engine is running Risk of death Do not attempt to enter tank Risk of squeeze Keep hands away when parts is moving Risk of burn Stay clear of hot surfaces Risk of injury Keep sufficient distance away from elec trical power Service Tig...

Page 14: ...2 Safety notes 2 4 ...

Page 15: ...upport leg 12 Drawbar 13 Agitation External Cleaning Device valve 14 Suction SmartValve 15 EasyClean filter 16 Pressure draining coupler 17 Pressure SmartValve 18 Rinsing tank coupler 19 External FastFiller coupler 20 External FastFiller ON OFF valve 21 ChemFiller suction ON OFF valve 22 ChemFiller 23 Lever for Chemcontainer cleaning 24 ChemFiller Vortex nozzle valve View General info 3 Descriptio...

Page 16: ... not allowable to use the sprayer for other purposes If no local law demands that the operator must be certified to use spray equipment it is strongly recommended to be trained in correct plant protection and in safe handling of plant protection chemicals to avoid unnecessary risk for persons and the environment when doing your spray job When driving on public roads and other areas where the highw...

Page 17: ...ews nuts etc have been DELTA MAGNI treated to be resistant to corrosion The main tank made of impact proof UV resistant and chemical resistant polyethylene has a purposeful design with no sharp corners for easy cleaning Nominal contents 3200 4400 or 6600 l A large easy to read tank contents indicator is placed beside the platforn and is visible from the tractor cabin The filling hole is placed so ...

Page 18: ...hich is set up as in a standard system with PTO drive Furthermore the system is added a 463 10 pump driven by a hydraulic motor The hydraulic motor is supplied from a seperate outlet on the tractor and can therefore be turned on off independently when needed The valves at the MANIFOLD are distinguished by coloured identification on the function labels Symbols corresponding to every possible functi...

Page 19: ...ean filter 9 Rinsing tank 10 Ejector 11 CycloneFilter 12 Section valves 13 ChemFiller 14 SafetyValve 15 Ejector filling inlet 16 Internal tank cleaning nozzles 17 Agitation 18 Return line for boost function 19 Return from distribution valves 20 Rinsing tank coupler 21 PressureControl valve 22 One way valve 23 Drain valve 24 Sprayer boom Diagram LookAhead Liquid system ...

Page 20: ... ChemFiller 14 SafetyValve 15 Ejector filling inlet 16 Internal tank cleaning nozzles 17 Agitation 18 Return line for boost function 19 Return from distribution valves 20 Rinsing tank coupler 21 PressureControl valve 22 One way valve 23 Drain valve 24 Sprayer boom 25 ChemFiller suction ON OFF valve 26 External fast filling ON OFF valve 27 Pressure draining coupler 28 External Cleaning Device 29 Fa...

Page 21: ...a a remote control box The built in HARDI MATIC ensures a constant volume per hectare of the liquid l ha at varying forward speed within the same gear when the number of P T O revolutions are between 300 600 r p m pump 540 r p m or 650 1100 r p m pump 1000 r p m 16 Internal tank cleaning nozzles 17 Agitation 18 Return line for boost function 19 Return from distribution valves 20 Rinsing tank coupl...

Page 22: ...Fluid Control The ON OFF is linked to the section valves which results in a very quick response to ON OFF The operating unit is constructed of modules and is electrically controlled via a remote control box A EasyClean suction filter is fitted in the working zone near the Smart Valves It has a built in valve that closes when the filter is opened for inspection or cleaning A Cyclone pressure filter...

Page 23: ...cals is going to be filled into the ChemFiller Note that suction SmartValve must be positioned at Suction from Main tank to make the valve work This valve activates the Vortex flushing of the ChemFiller The valve is situated behind the ChemFiller and is only visible when ChemFiller is folded down in use position With the adjustable Agitation valve it is possible to combine spraying with a high vol...

Page 24: ... indicator Clean EasyClean filter immediately as filter is clogged The grip are used for two purposes When ChemFiller lid is open For cleaning empty containers Put con tainer over the flushing nozzle in the middle of the ChemFiller so that the nozzle is inside the container By squeezing the Chemical Container Cleaning grip the flushing nozzle in the middle of the ChemFiller is activated When ChemF...

Page 25: ...ith the spray liquid The main purpose of the TWIN angling system is to counteract for the negative influence which wind direction and driving speed have on the quality of the spray job Further the co angling af air and liquid can help opening dense crops for better penetration This way TWIN makes it possible to carry the spray droplets safely to the target and increase plant deposit minimize off t...

Page 26: ...ect Acting Hydraulic System D A H The boom is also equipped with individual boom tilt control and a hydraulic pen dulum lock The 32 36 metres HAZ boom is pendulum suspended and fully hydraulically operated all functions are controlled via the Direct Hydraulic System D H The boom is also equipped with individual boom tilt control and a hydraulic pendulum lock Outer sections for all booms incorporat...

Page 27: ... slow down too fast never brake heavily and never stop suddenly in a curve or when turning on a hillside when the sprayer is articulated 4 Be careful when turning on uneven ground 5 Set the track gauge as wide as possible 6 The proper function of the hydraulic system is essential to obtain good stability DANGER The system has been calibrated during driving on flat fields Special attention should b...

Page 28: ...s the working pressure in the boom tubes as close to the nozzles as possible The outputs stated in the nozzle charts are always based on the pressure measured at the nozzle Always adjust pressure when cali brating and spraying according to readings at the remote pressure gauge To get access to the platform pull and tilt the ladder down In retrac ted position the ladder is secured by a rubber stop ...

Page 29: ...mounting on the rear end of frame Mudguards are available for all wheel configurations except the 12 4x52 wheel size The locker is integrated to the clean water tank and is accessible just above the SmartValves It is for the purpose of storing non contami nated protective gear soap for hand washing etc The locker is split in two compartments for the separation of clean clothes from glo ves with ri...

Page 30: ...nyone near the cleaning place protects himself against particles bouncing up during the cleaning Flushing handle and nozzle tubes are influenced by a backfor ce when the handle is released during operation therefore always hold on the insulation on top of the lance with one hand and on the pistol grip with the other hand Before driving remove the stop wedges and place them in the stor age brackets...

Page 31: ...lts used for lifting are strong enough For moving the sprayer or loading it to e g a truck it can be pulled in the hooks at the rear end A or a hook can be fastened into the hole in the front end of the sprayer B When the sprayer needs wheel mounting wheel changing brake or wheel bearing changing etc then jack up the sprayer under the axle as shown Jack up the sprayer Pulling the sprayer at the ti...

Page 32: ...rst time it will always be easy to clean the sprayer and keep the enamel clean for many years This treatment should be carried out every time the protection film is washed off The support leg is stored in retracted position and secured by the spring loaded linch pin when the sprayer is attached to the tractor To retract the support leg Lift the leg then pull the linch pin and tilt up the support l...

Page 33: ...e sure that protection guards around tractor P T O and implement shaft are intact 7 Always STOP ENGINE and remove the ignition key before carrying out maintenance or repairs to the transmission shaft or implement The extension piece is inserted into the opening for the drawbar fastened by three main bolts through the three holes A and secu red by locknuts Following drawbar extensions are available...

Page 34: ...ins to prevent the protection guards from rotating with the shaft 8 To ensure long life of the transmission shaft try to avoid working angles greater than 15 4 The two parts are shortened equally Use a saw and file the profi les afterwards to remove burrs 5 Grease the profiles and assemble male and female parts again 6 Fit the shaft to tractor P T O and sprayer pump shaft ATTENTION Female part mar...

Page 35: ...ring from being damaged by the tractor wheels P T O shaft etc all hoses cables and wires are held by the hose bracket fitted to the sprayer platform Check that the length of the hoses and cables are sufficient by tight turns Hose package support ...

Page 36: ...f hydraulic slanting control is fitted another double acting hyd raulic outlet on the tractor is required The hydraulic system requires a minimum oil pressure of 160 bar 2300 p s i and an oil capacity of approx 25 litres After having operated the boom and the system has been filled with oil check tractor s hydraulic oil level and top up if neces sary The hydraulic system requires a double acting h...

Page 37: ...na tion with load sensing then screw in the valve Certain tractor models are able to use Load Sensing without con necting an external sensing line But if optimal sensing control pres sure cannot be obtained an external sensing line needs to be mounted 3 Please consult your tractor dealer for correct setup and correct connection Before operating the hydraulics the valve should be adjusted accor din...

Page 38: ...ld be secured from movement The supplied tractor pillar bracket A has a hole spacing of 100 and 120 mm Check tractor instructions manual for information regar ding attachment points Three tubes B are supplied One two or all 3 may be used They can be bent and shortened A spacer C is also supplied to allow further attachment possibilities Find the best solution for your tractor or vehicle Tube B pla...

Page 39: ... an 8 Amp fuse The delivered power connector follows the standard of most newer tractors If having a tractor with another power connec tor it is necessary to disassemble connector and fit it to the actual tractor connector The potentiometer must be connected to the tractor with the sup plied 2 springs To ensure a high precision try to keep the springs parallel and horizontal Potentiometer connecti...

Page 40: ...fore opening the Cyclone filter If not then spraying liquid can hit you when opening the filter and drain from the tank Standard filter size is 80 mesh Filters of 50 and 100 mesh are availa ble and can be changed by opening the filter top Check condition of O rings and lubricate if necessary or replace if damaged before reassembly CycloneFilter LookAhead Liquid system ...

Page 41: ...t the drift cloud is minimised note minimum setting 2 Then increase the air speed until you see drift again note maximum setting 3 Now you know the range of air speeds that can be used with minimum drift Bare ground low crop The range of air speeds is usually very small Taller crop The taller the crop the wider the range of air speeds that can reduce drift At higher wind speeds More air is needed ...

Page 42: ... of thumb before using the TWIN sprayer All volume rates pressures and air adjustments stated in the following tables are of course guiding Special conditions regarding climate crop quality spraying time and applied chemical can change the procedure The tables are showing practice in northern Europe and conditions may be very different in other countries If you want some local advice you are very ...

Page 43: ...ort height must never exceed 4 0 m 13 1 ft Always measure the actual total height and choo se settings not exceeding 4 0 m The transport position can be set independently to obtain different transport heights To change position 1 Lift and unfold inner sections till lock is disengaged 2 Lower the boom completely 3 Loosen and remove the two bolts which keep the parts X and Y assembled 4 Reassemble X...

Page 44: ... the desired alte ration 2 Attach the sprayer to tractor and engage tractor parking brake 3 Place stop wedges in front of and behind RH wheel Jack up LH wheel support and secure sprayer body 4 Loosen bolts A for LH wheel axle 5 Loosen the pointed screw B on the brake operating arm 6 Extend or retract the axle A sack barrow and a rod will facilitate the operation 7 Tighten the clamp bolts A to a to...

Page 45: ...tyre completely the tyre is inflated and a thin drain tube is lead to the bottom of the tyre The air pressure will now empty the remaining liquid 4 Remove the drain tube fit the valve and inflate the tyre to specifi ed pressure See the table Tyre pressure To improve stability on articulated models extra weight can be added by means of liquid filled tyres The standard tyre valve is an universal air...

Page 46: ...ated in the main hydraulic block located behind the pendulum suspension springs The adjusting screw is adjusted as follows To decrease folding speed Loosen counternut arrowed and to adjust folding speed valve arrowed must be screwed inward Lock counternut again To increase folding speed Loosen counternut arrowed and to adjust folding speed valve arrowed must be screwed outwards Lock counternut aga...

Page 47: ...ay from the pawl To disengage the parking brake 1 Set pawl control clip in pos 1 2 Pull the lever a little forward to release the pawl from the ratchet and then push the lever fully backwards To engage the parking brake 1 Set pawl control clip in pos 2 2 Pull the lever firmly forwards until parking brake is fully engaged Emergency brake 1 Set pawl clip in pos 2 2 Attach the rope from the hole in t...

Page 48: ...line LH Relieve parking brake before driving This system requires a tractor with compressor and air brake system with out let s for trailer brakes If the air hose s are disconnected with air in the brake air tank con trol pressure will be dumped and the brakes will engage fully If the sprayer must be moved with air in the tank and without the air hose s connected to the tractor the load apportioni...

Page 49: ...ng unfolding functions in areas with overhead power lines Unintended boom movements can cause contact with overhead power lines The boom unfolding folding can be done according to instructions below 1 Lift up the boom lift until the boom is clear of the transport brackets using the single acting hydraulic outlet lever 2 Unfold the boom completely using the double acting hydraulic outlet lever 3 Lo...

Page 50: ...2 Pendulum lock 3 Boom tilt left 4 Boom lift raise lower 5 Boom tilt right 6 Boom slanting 7 Boom outer folding both sides 8 Boom inner folding both sides 9 Optional function 10 Optional function 11 Manual track control left right optional 12 Track control auto manual auto lock optional For unfolding of the boom then do the following Check that pendulum 2 is locked 1 Push switch 4 upwards to lift ...

Page 51: ...ht individually in right and left hand side The boom is equipped with two support wheels When spraying with low boom heights on bare ground or plants in the first growth stage it is recommended to fold down the support wheels In later growth stages the wheels should remain folded up The boom has a hydraulic breakaway function built in to protect from damage if e g it hits the ground If this functi...

Page 52: ...zero to 4 backwards and from zero to 6 forwards which is corresponding to approx 30 backwards and 40º forwards compared to vertical position Regarding adjustments see section on Air technique By turning the knob 9 air speed can be adjusted in steps from zero to 10 The blower revolutions can be viewed in the controller display The max revolutions for the fan is 3100 r p m which will give full air s...

Page 53: ...om platform It is recommended to use as clean water as possible for spraying purposes Always fill water through the strainer basket to prevent foreign particles from entering the tank An overhead tank can be used in order to obtain high filling capacity The External Filling Device is operated as follows 1 Remove cover and connect suction hose 2 Turn handle on pressure SmartValve towards Main tank ...

Page 54: ...ook 2 On off switch is activated against spraying position 3 All section valve switches are activated against spraying position 4 Pressure regulation switch is activated until emergency handle stops rotating minimum pressure 5 Put the tractor in neutral and adjust the P T O and thereby the number of revolutions of the pump corresponding to the intended travelling speed Remember the number of revol...

Page 55: ...ging to another chemical WARNING Be careful not to slip or splash chemicals when carrying chemicals up to the tank lid Always be careful when working with crop protection chemicals 1 Make sure the control unit is switched off 2 Set the MANIFOLD valves to correct position Suction SmartValve Suction from main tank AgitationValve towards Agitation 3 Engage the pump and set P T O revolutions to recomm...

Page 56: ...is empty it can be rinsed by the Chemical Container Cleaning device Place the container over the multi hole nozzle and press the lever behind the ChemFiller 7 Close ChemFiller Vortex nozzle again when the hopper is rinsed 8 Close the ChemFiller suction valve and the ChemFiller lid again 1 Fill the main tank at least 1 3 with water unless something else is stated on the chemical container label 2 T...

Page 57: ...ternal Filling Device valve to increase vacuum at the ChemFiller suction This could be the case if filling from high pla ced external tank or when having syphon effect 8 When the chemical container is empty it can be rinsed by the Chemical Container Cleaning device Close ChemFiller Vortex nozzle and place the container over the multi hole nozzle and press the lever behind the ChemFiller 9 Close Ex...

Page 58: ...d be turned toward Spraying Turn the agitation valve to Agitation if necessary The switches on the spray control box controls the following functions 1 Power ON OFF 2 Spray pressure regulation 3 Main valve ON OFF 4 End nozzle Left OFF Right 5 Foam marker blob interval 6 Foam marker Left OFF Right 7 Section valves 8 Optional function If a spraying job has been interrupted for a while severe sedimen...

Page 59: ...5 Operation 5 11 In the following diagrams handle positions for different options are described Quick reference Operation ...

Page 60: ...aning area must not enter sewers Drainage must lead to an approved soakaway 4 Cleaning starts with the calibration as a well calibrated sprayer will ensure the minimal amount of remaining spray liq uid 5 It is good practice to clean the sprayer immediately after use and thereby rendering the sprayer safe and ready for the next pesticide application This also prolongs the life of the components 6 I...

Page 61: ...ure side of the system in the following order so all hoses and components are rinsed Turn the pressure SmartValve towards Filling of main tank to activate ejector and open ChemFiller suction valve open ChemFiller Vortex nozzle and close it again when clean water comes out of nozzles Close ChemFiller lid and squeeze the Chemical Container Cleaning grip to clean this device Open ChemFiller lid again...

Page 62: ...es etc in case of stop in spraying before main tank is empty e g beginning rain etc Cleaning of the liquid system 1 Turn Suction SmartValve towards Rinsing tank Keep pressure SmartValve in Spraying position 2 Close AgitationValve no agitation 3 Engage the pump and spray water from rinsing tank in the field until all nozzle tubes nozzles are flushed with clean water 4 Disengage pump again ATTENTION...

Page 63: ...nt The residues in the tank should be diluted immediately in the relationship 1 10 with water and afterwards be sprayed to the crop just sprayed with increased driving speed In addition the rinsing tank is to be used with this can also pump linkage and armature separately be rinsed It is to be made certain however that the liquid in the lines in unchanged concentration is sprayed out so there shou...

Page 64: ... the External Cleaning Device to wash everything on the out wards side of the sprayer This prevents contamination of storage place etc and let the sprayer last for a longer life When the External Cleaning Device is going to be used then open the cover on sprayers right side closest to the handbrake Cleaning gun is located on the innerside of the cover 1 Un roll the hose from the reel 2 Engage pump...

Page 65: ...shown direction concerning recommended quan tity If no recommended quantity is given feed lubricator till new grease becomes visible Pictograms in lubrication oiling plans tell the following 1 Lubricant to be used see Recommended lubricants 2 Operating hours before next lubrication SLIDE BEARINGS Lithium grease with Molybdenumdisulphide or graphite SHELL RETINAX HDM2 CASTROL MOLYMAX OIL LUB POINTS...

Page 66: ...6 Maintenance 6 2 Boom lubrication oiling plan 32 36 m ...

Page 67: ...6 Maintenance 6 3 Trailer lubrication oiling plan ...

Page 68: ... Grease the O ring on the filter lid 2 Press the filter onto filterguide lid and be sure it has cached the guides 3 Lift filter filter lid into housing and be sure it has cached the gui des in the bottom of housing 4 Turn filter lid clockwise to close lid and open bottom valve again To service the Cyclone filter 1 Turn suction SmartValve away from Suction from main tank 2 Unscrew filter lid A 3 Li...

Page 69: ... available See section on Technical spe cifications Filters and nozzles Check and clean Drain the air tank for condensed water at the drain valve Check that the oil level is between min and max on the sight glass Clean the area areound the filling cap carefully and add fresh clean oil if the level is low Regarding oil quality see section the section Lubricants 10 hours service Hydraulic oil level ...

Page 70: ...k for leaks with brakes released 3 Apply the brake up to full pressure 4 Check for leaks with brakes applied Check the tyre pressure according to the table in Technical specifications Check the gearbox oil level is reaching the sight glass Clean the area areound the filling plug and add fresh clean oil if the level is low Regarding oil quality see the section Lubricants Check retighten the two gea...

Page 71: ...earings 1 Place stop wedges in front of and behind LH wheel and jack up RH wheel 2 Rock the RH wheel to discover possible play in the bearings 3 If any play support the wheel axle to prevent the trailer from fal ling down from the jack 4 Remove hub cap A and cotter pin B Turn the wheel and tighten the castellated nut C until a slight resistance in the wheel rotation is felt 5 Loosen the castellate...

Page 72: ...m the tractor 2 Hold one hand under the filter housing and pull out the retainer clip A The filter cartridge assembly will be pushed out by the springs inside the filter housing 3 Clean the filter cartridge Use water and an appropriate detergent or compressed air 4 Dry the parts and reinstall in the order shown The O ring should be lightly lubricated with silicone grease before installation Lift t...

Page 73: ...er indicator is in the red area Check when the oil has reached working temperature 1 Place e g a drain pan or a cloth under the filter to retain waste oil and unscrew the filter cartridge 2 The new filter cartridge is filled with fresh clean hydraulic oil Apply a thin oil film to the cartridge seal 3 Screw the filter cartridge on until the seal is lying against the flan ge 4 Tighten the filter car...

Page 74: ...ul ler if necessary 6 Vacuum clean the brake drum D for brake dust or rinse with water 7 Rinse the remaining parts on the brake carrier plate with water and dry them 8 Remove roller bearings E clean all parts in degreasing detergent and dry them 9 Check the brake drum diameter and lining thickness renew if worn Max wear rates on brake components Max drum diameter For 3200 sprayers 302 mm 11 8897 i...

Page 75: ...new sealing ring 16 Fill the hub and bearings with fresh grease before fitting it to the shaft 17 Fit the castellated nut Rotate the hub and tighten the castellated nut until a slight rotation resistance is felt 18 Loosen the castellated nut again until the first notch is aligned with the cotter pin hole in the shaft 19 Fit a new cotter pin and bend it 20 Fill the hub cap with fresh grease and car...

Page 76: ...contains approx 45 l Regarding oil specification see section on Lubricants 3 Fit the filling cap again Note local legislation regarding disposal of waste oil The first gear box oil change must be done after 50 hours then every 1000 hours or once a year whichever comes first The gear box oil change is best done when the machine has been working for at least one hour and the oil has reached working ...

Page 77: ...e therefore impossible to specify Diaphragms Remove the diaphragm cover 4 The diaphragm 5 may then be changed If fluids have reached the crankcase re grease the pump thoroughly Also check that the drain hole at the bottom of the pump is not blocked Reassemble with the following torque setting Reassemble pump model 363 463 with the following torque setting Diaphragm cover 90 Nm 66 6 lbft Diaphragm ...

Page 78: ...iously remove the clip A and pull out the hose B for the return line When the housing is drained there should be no liq uid flow through the return line If there is any leakage the valve cone E must be changed Remove the clip C and lift the motor housing off the valve housing Then unscrew the screw D and replace the valve cone E Reassemble in reverse order The level indicator reading should be che...

Page 79: ...ce seal D and assemble again 5 Assemble the valve assembly again using a new valve seat E Lubricate O rings F before assembly 6 Fit clip A again If the cord on the level indicator has to be changed the float guide pole is removed 1 Remove the tank drain valve see paragraph Drain valve seal renewal and loosen the fitting holding the pole in posi tion 2 Pull the pole down through the drain valve hol...

Page 80: ...e tractor 3 Place tractor and sprayer on level ground horizontal 4 Unfold boom 5 Set slanting angle to neutral position horizontal Adjustment of hydraulic cylinders are done without pressure in the system The MANIFOLD valve can be adjusted if it is too tight to operate or if it is too loose liquid leakage Correct setting is when the valve can be operated smoothly by one hand Use a suitable tool an...

Page 81: ...d redo the adjustment described above The outer sections must be aligned with the inner wing sections If necessary adjust the outer wing sections as follows 1 Depressurize the folding cylinders 2 Loosen counter nuts A and C 3 Loosen the screws B 4 Adjust the rigging screw D until the correct setting is reached 5 Adjust the stop screws B up against the inner section 6 Tighten counter nuts again 7 C...

Page 82: ...boom 1 Place tractor and sprayer on even flat ground 2 Unfold the boom 3 Slanting cylinder Expose piston rod A 90 mm 4 Adjust hinge ring B in out till boom is horizontal The breakaway section must release when a force of approximately 150 N 34 lb is applied to the extremity of the breakaway section If necessary the release force is adjusted as follows 1 Make sure that claw coupling is correctly lu...

Page 83: ...plate there are 3 positions for the springs Hole closest to centre of sprayer gives less straightening of boom than selecting the outer hole The longer away from the centre of the sprayer the more powerful straightening effect will be obtained To move position then loosen the rigging screws Dismount upper bolt and move arrangement to the selected eye Refit bolt and tighten rigging screw The riggin...

Page 84: ... If the shock absorbers loose their efficiency or start leaking oil they should be replaced The wear bushes are inspected and renewed before they are worn through 1 Connect the trailer to a tractor and unfold the booms to working position 2 Lift the boom centre frame with a lifting device and support it until the load is taken off the parallelogram arms 3 Remove the screws A and pull out the pins ...

Page 85: ...e needle bearing cups again check that needles is placed correctly Avoid dust and dirt in the new bearings 6 Repeat procedure to the opposite part of the transmission shaft 1 Remove bolt A lock B and grease nipple C Twist uni CV joint cover 1 4 turn and pull it backwards 2 Remove the synthetic bearings and protection tube 2a Remove inner bush from protection tube 3 Assemble again in reverse order ...

Page 86: ...tting new tyres always fit new tubes 6 Before mounting always lubricate both tyre beads and rim flange with approved lubricating agent or equivalent anti corrosion lubricant Never use petroleum based greases and oils because they may damage the tyre Using the appro priate lubricant the tyre will never slip on the rim 7 Always use specialised tools as recommended by the tyre supplier for mounting t...

Page 87: ... 4 Remove the drain hose D from the motor outside the blower housing 5 Set the fan r p m at 0 engage the tractor P T O with the engine running idle wait a few minutes 6 Set the fan speed at 200 r p m 7 After a while the oil will start dripping constantly Refit the drain hose and tighten 8 With the tractor P T O at 540 1000 r p m the fan should rotate at max revolutions min 9 Recheck oil level at t...

Page 88: ...uge at the wor king pressure connector P1 2 Set the tractor P T O at 540 1000 r p m check with tachometer 3 Set the blower at max speed 4 Check the feed and working pressure Feed pressure P2 15 20 bar 218 290 p s i Working pressure P1 approx 18 m 180 bar 2610 p s i 20 m 190 bar 2755 p s i 21 m 200 bar 2900 p s i 24 m 240 bar 3721 p s i 27 m 240 bar 3721 p s i 28 m 240 bar 3721 p s i 30 m 240 bar 3...

Page 89: ...e glycerine filled pressure gauges and store them frost free in vertical position 9 Apply a thin layer of anti corrosion oil e g SHELL ENSIS FLUID CASTROL RUSTILLO or similar on all metal parts Avoid oil on rubber parts hoses and tyres 10 Fold the boom in transport position and relieve pressure from all hydraulic functions 11 All electric plugs and sockets are to be stored in a dry plastic bag to ...

Page 90: ...Maintenance 6 26 To see updated spare part information the website www agroparts com can be visited Here all parts information can be accessed when free registration has been made Spare parts Spare parts ...

Page 91: ...h the result that these cannot close tightly against the valve seat This reduces pump efficiency 5 Poorly reassembled pumps especially diaphragm covers will allow the pump to suck air resulting in reduced or no capacity 6 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 f...

Page 92: ... when turned on Lack of pressure Pressure dropping Pressure increasing Formation of foam Liquid leaks from bottom of pump Operating unit not functioning FAULT Air in system Pump valves blocked or worn Nozzles worn Excessive liquid agitation Wrong polarity Fill suction hose with water for initial prime Check for obstructions and wear Check flow rate and replace nozzles if it exceeds 10 Reduce pump ...

Page 93: ...mantle and clean Hydraulic system Y model Boom slow eradic Ram not functioning FAULT Regulation valve incorrectly set Open or close until desired speed is achieved clockwise less speed Remember oil must be at operating temperature Insufficient hydraulic pressure Check output pressure of tractor hydraulics Minimum for sprayer is 130 bar Insufficient amount of oil in tractor reser voir Check and top...

Page 94: ...g at PCB in junction box Boom lift raises to max pos when trac tor hydraulics are engaged Oil heats up in Closed Centre systems Individual ram does not move FAULT Insufficient oil supply Clogged restrictors a or b in by pass block Back pressure in return line exceeds 20 bar Internal leaks in flow regulator Oil flow must be min 10 l min and max 90 l min Check tractor hydraulic oil level Remove and ...

Page 95: ...oper attachment Hydraulic fan transmission Max revolutions cannot be obtained Noisy fan transmission Formation of foam in oil tank Check hydraulic pump suction line for leaks Fan speed will not stay at adjusted level Fan r p m control does not start up Oil leak from pump motor shaft seal seal pressed out FAULT Feed pressure too low Feed pressure too low Wrong oil quality foam Bad corroded electric...

Page 96: ...le to operate all functions of the operating unit manually First disconnect the multi plug from the control box Now manually turn the emergency control knobs The problem may be due to a blown fuse A fuse is placed inside the box Fuse type Thermo Emergency operation Liquid system ...

Page 97: ... mm N A 790 mm 13 6x48 1520 2000 mm 1800 2250 mm 345 mm 735 mm 18 4x38 N A 1800 2250 mm 590 mm 675 mm 20 8x38 N A 1800 2250 mm 590 mm 695 mm 20 8x42 N A 1800 2250 mm 590 mm 780 mm 650 65x42 N A 1800 2250 mm 590 mm 780 mm under axle 3200 3200 4400 4400 6600 6600 Wheel Short axle Long axle Mudguards Clearance A B C1 C2 D E F Weight Wheel and axle dimensions Overall dimensions 3200 7 30 3 60 2 55 3 0...

Page 98: ... mile x 0 621 Velocity km h mile h x 0 621 km h m s x 0 277 Quantities Area l ha gal acre x 0 089 Volume ml fl oz x 0 0352 l Imp pt x 0 568 l gal x 0 22 Pressure bar lb inv p s i x 14 504 Temperature C F C x 1 8 32 Power kW hp x 1 341 Torque Nm lb ft x 0 74 All units used in this manual are SI units In some occasions Imperial units are used Use following factors to convert SI units to Imperial uni...

Page 99: ...pecifications 8 3 Specifications Pump model 463 5 5 Pump model 463 10 0 Pump model 463 6 5 Pump model 463 12 0 Filters and nozzles Filter gauze width 30 mesh 0 58 mm 50 mesh 0 30 mm 80 mesh 0 18 mm 100 mesh 0 15 mm ...

Page 100: ...o 167ºF Max operating pressure Tractor 210 bar 3046 psi TWIN pump if TWIN model 250 bar 3626 psi Max wear rates on brake components Max drum diameter For 3200 sprayers 302 mm 11 8897 in For 4400 sprayers 402 mm 15 8388 in Min lining thickness For 3200 sprayers 2 0 mm 0 07874 in For 4400 sprayers 4 0 mm 0 15748 in HYDRAULIC BRAKES Max hydraulic pressure 150 bar 2176 p s i AIR BRAKES single line Air...

Page 101: ...ll the tyre sizes in the chart will apply to your sprayer 11 2 38 139 A8 7290 4 4 bar 5395 3 6 bar 4860 3 6 bar N A 11 2x48 142 A8 7950 4 4 bar 5883 3 6 bar 5300 3 6 bar N A 12 4x46 147 A8 9225 4 4 bar 6827 3 6 bar 6150 3 6 bar N A 12 4x52 147 B 10125 4 4 bar 7493 3 6 bar 6750 3 6 bar 6143 3 9 bar 13 6x48 151 A8 10350 4 4 bar 7659 3 6 bar 6900 3 6 bar N A 16 9x38 138 B 7725 1 6 bar 5717 1 6 bar 51...

Page 102: ...mpleted its working life it must be thoroughly cleaned The tank hose and synthetic fittings can be incinerated at an authorised disposal plant The metallic parts can be scrapped Always follow local legislation regarding disposal Materials used Tank HDPE Hoses PVC Valves mainly glass filled PA Fittings PA ...

Page 103: ...ections Position Wire colour Rear lights 1 LH direction indicator Yellow 2 Free Blue 3 Frame White 4 RH direction indicator Green 5 RH rear position lamp Brown 6 Stop lamps Red 7 LH rear position lamp Black The wiring is in accordance with ISO 1724 ...

Page 104: ...n 1 4 20mA 8a 37 3 pos 1a S8 8b 36 3 pos 1b S8 8c 32 Option2 Frq Option 2 Frq 9a 35 3 pos 2a S9 Air angle 0 5V 9b 34 3 pos 2b S9 Fan speed 0 5V 9c not connected Option3 Option 3 Tank gauge 10a 21 On off On off 10b 22 On off On off 10c not connected Option4 PWM Output option 11a 23 Pressure Pressure 11b 24 Pressure Pressure 11c 28 Flow Flow 12a 20 FM up Foam blop 0 5V 12b 1 FM dn option 4 Rx 12c 31...

Page 105: ... current for the whole connector box may not exceed 10 Amp Opt 1 Pressure sensor Brn Blu Opt 2 RPM sensor Brn Blu Blk Speed Brn Blu Blk Flow Brn Blu Blk L end nozzle Pendulum lock at HAY LPY Brn Blu R end nozzle Pendulum lock at HAY LPY Brn Blu Reg Yellow Brn Blu Bypass EC on off Brn Blu Sec 9 User defined A B 2 x x Sec 8 User defined A B 1 x x Sec 7 Twin speed Brn Whi Sec 6 Twin angle Yel Gre Sec...

Page 106: ...Brn Blu Blk Speed Brn Blu Blk Flow Brn Blu Blk L end nozzle Pendulum lock at HAY LPY Brn Blu R endnozzle Pendulum lock at HAY LPY Brn Blu Reg Yellow Brn Blu Bypass EC on off Brn Blu Sec 9 User defined A B 2 x x Sec 8 User defined A B 1 x x Sec 7 Twin speed Brn Whi Sec 6 Twin angle Yel Gre Sec 5 Brn Blu Sec 4 Brn Blu Sec 3 Brn Blu Sec 2 Brn Blu Sec 1 Brn Blu ...

Page 107: ...8 Technical specifications 8 11 Charts Boom hydraulic Y Boom hydraulic Z ...

Page 108: ...8 Technical specifications 8 12 Sprayer hydraulic Fan transmission ...

Page 109: ...8 Technical specifications 8 13 Electrical specifications for boom and work light ...

Page 110: ...8 Technical specifications 8 14 ...

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