Hardi EAGLE SPB BOOM Operator'S Manual Download Page 1

The Sprayer

Operator’s Manual 

EAGLE™ SPB/SPC BOOM

Instruction book

67024003 - Version 1.10

US - 06.2015

Summary of Contents for EAGLE SPB BOOM

Page 1: ...The Sprayer Operator s Manual EAGLE SPB SPC BOOM Instruction book 67024003 Version 1 10 US 06 2015 ...

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Page 3: ... 67024003 Version 1 10 US 06 2015 HARDI reserves the right to make changes in design material or specification without notice thereof HARDI and other product names are registered trademarks of HARDI Inc in the U S and in other countries ...

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Page 5: ...V model 1 Requirements tractor SPB SPC HZ model 2 HZ hydraulic block 3 Open center hydraulics trailed optional equipment 3 Boom 4 Suspension effect adjustment 80 100 SPC only 4 5 Operation Boom 1 Safety info 1 Maneuvering of the SPB booms HY version Ranger 2 Maneuvering of the SPB and SPC booms HY version Navigator 2 Maneuvering of the SPB booms HV version Ranger 550 3 Maneuvering of the SPB booms...

Page 6: ...00 Dual Fold SPC 8 Check adjust sprocket timing 45 66 SPB 8 Adjusting boom level to ground All booms 9 Adjusting rear cable All booms 10 Adjusting center section cables All except 120 90 Dual Fold 10 Yaw rubber dampers 80 100 SPC 90 60 Dual Fold SPC 11 Yaw rubber dampers 120 90 Dual Fold SPC 11 Yaw damping All booms 11 7 Fault finding Operational problems 1 General info 1 Hydraulic system I A H 2 ...

Page 7: ...eds We feel that you our customer are the best suited to answer that question for your operation Either way you decide and we will try and help make it happen for you Our broad spectrum of product offerings from the ruggedly simple models we build to our highly sophisticated models the built in HARDI strength and reliability ensures a low cost of ownership HARDI sprayers are all based on a functio...

Page 8: ...1 Welcome 1 2 ...

Page 9: ...ed Rinse and wash equipment after use and before servicing Never service or repair the equipment while it is operating Always replace all safety devices or shields immediately after servicing Do not eat drink or smoke while spraying or working with contaminated equipment In case of poisoning immediately seek medical advice Remember to identify chemicals used Keep children away from the equipment B...

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Page 11: ...HZ trailed HZ self propelled 1 SPB HY SPC HY These types of booms are operated directly via the tractor hydraulics Hydraulic lift cylinders are used for boom height adjustment and fold cylinders are used for simultaneous boom wing fold and unfold 2 SPB HV This type of boom has the same features as the HY model but also allows for individual boom wing fold and unfold Hydraulic lift cylinders are us...

Page 12: ...on B Outer section C Inner section D Center section Note The outer sections B on the 45 50 SPB booms are also the breakaway sections A So A B are combined The terminology for the Dual Fold SPC boom sections is as follows A Breakaway section B 2nd Outer section C 1st Outer section D Inner section E Center section ...

Page 13: ...om folding right side HZ Hydraulic control box Ranger 550 The switches on the hydraulic control box control the following functions 1 Power ON OFF 2 Boom tilt left 3 Boom tilt right 4 Boom folding left side 5 Boom lift raise lower 6 Boom folding right side HZ Hydraulic control box Ranger 2000 Navigator The switches on the hydraulic control box control the following functions 1 Power ON OFF 2 Boom ...

Page 14: ...4 Boom tilt right 5 Boom folding left 6 Boom folding outer 7 Boom folding right 8 Optional function 9 Optional function HZ Hydraulic control box 120 90 SPC Dual Fold booms Navigator The switches on the hydraulic control box control the following functions 1 Power ON OFF 2 Boom tilt left 3 Boom lift raise lower 4 Boom tilt right 5 Boom folding main 6 Boom folding outer 7 Optional function 8 Optiona...

Page 15: ...ately It is automatically switched ON when tractor power is turned ON ISOBUS HZ Hydraulic controls on the Grip handle ISOBUS PRESIDIO A Status LED B Boom section controls C Main ON OFF D Tilt E Boom height F Boom slant G Not used HZ Hydraulic controls on the HARDI spray center PRESIDIO The boom controls on the HARDI spray center work in combination with the Grip controls The buttons on the console...

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Page 17: ...when initially operating the sprayer hydraulic cylinders It is advisable to adjust the hydraulic flow control down to the minimum rate before operating the system Adjust increase the flow control after the system is bled of any air if necessary Requirements tractor SPB HV model Connection requirements are One double acting outlet for the lift and folding function of the spray boom Ensure that snap...

Page 18: ...ure hose to pressure outlet return hose to tank outlet The boom s hydraulic system requires an oil flow of approximately 0 8 GPM 3 liters min and a minimum pressure of 1 950 PSI 130 bar ATTENTION After having operated the boom and the system has been filled with oil then check tractor s hydraulic oil level and add oil if necessary WARNING Due to the variation in tractor hydraulic systems and capac...

Page 19: ...combination with load sensing then screw in the valve Certain tractor models are able to use Load Sensing without connecting an external sensing line But if optimal sensing control pressure 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 accordi...

Page 20: ...n for 80 100 booms The spring A has two assembly positions as shown on the illustration below Position 1 can be used for 80 90 booms and position 2 can be used for 100 booms Moving the assembly position further away from center e g from pos 1 to pos 2 gives stiffer trapeze effect The factory setting is position 1 ...

Page 21: ...R Always follow the guidelines listed below when driving in areas with overhead power lines Never use the folding unfolding functions in areas with overhead power lines Unintended boom movements can cause contact with overhead power lines ATTENTION Decal 10533003 is located either on the sprayer s drawbar trailed or inside the cabin self propelled This label must be visible to the operator when ho...

Page 22: ...must only be operated when the sprayer is stationary Failure to do so will damage the boom ATTENTION Only unfold and fold the boom on level ground Note Individual boom wing fold is not possible using the HY Hydraulic system Maneuvering of the SPB and SPC booms HY version Navigator Both SPB and SPC booms with hydraulic HY version are operated as follows 1 Activate the single acting hydraulic outlet...

Page 23: ... do the following 6 Before attempting to fold the boom back into transport position it must be raised all the way to the top by pushing switch 3 upwards This will enable the rear cylinder transport locks 7 Push switches 2 and 4 inwards to fold the boom The boom can now be lowered into the transport brackets 8 The rear cylinder transport locks will automatically engage when lowering the boom after ...

Page 24: ...he way to the top by pushing switch 5 upwards This will enable the rear cylinder transport locks 9 Push switch 4 and 6 inwards to fold the boom 10 Push switches 2 and 3 upwards to raise the individual tilt rams The boom can now be lowered into the transport brackets 11 The rear cylinder transport locks will automatically engage when lowering the boom after it has been raised all the way to the top...

Page 25: ...must be raised all the way to the top by pushing switch 3 upwards This will enable the rear cylinder transport locks 9 Push switches 5 and 6 inwards to fold the boom 10 Push switches 2 and 4 upwards to raise the individual tilt rams The boom can now be lowered into the transport brackets 11 The rear cylinder transport locks will automatically engage when lowering the boom after it has been raised ...

Page 26: ...the spray control unit 6 Push switch 3 downwards to lower the boom to correct height above crop or ground level To fold the boom do the following 1 Push switch 3 upwards to raise the boom to highest possible position 2 Push switches 5 and 6 inwards to fold the boom Make sure to fold the boom against the vertical slide pads 3 Push switches 2 and 4 upwards to raise the individual tilt rams 4 Push sw...

Page 27: ...h of the 2nd outer wings 3 Push switch 3 upwards to raise the boom to highest possible position 4 Push switch 5 to the right and 7 to the left to fold the boom Make sure to fold the boom against the vertical slide pads 5 Push switches 2 and 4 upwards to raise the individual tilt rams 6 Push switch 3 downwards to lower the boom until the rear transport hooks are firmly engaged 7 Push switches 2 and...

Page 28: ... right wing only On the spray control unit also turn off the spray sections placed on the folded side WARNING Take extra care while operating with one side folded at 60 working width The front end of the folded side will be taller and further forward Always check for safe clearance from tractor overhead wires etc ATTENTION It is not advisable to go directly from transport position to spray positio...

Page 29: ...width push switch 6 upwards to simultaneously fold both of the 2nd outer wings completely in 3 Push switch 3 upwards to raise the boom to highest possible position 4 Push switch 5 to the right to fold the boom completely in 5 Push switches 2 and 4 upwards to raise the individual tilt rams Make sure the boom is against the vertical slide pads 6 Push switch 3 downwards to lower the boom until the re...

Page 30: ...e rear cylinder transport locks will automatically engage when lowering the boom after it has been raised all the way to the top To disengage the rear transport lock simply raise the boom back up a few inches and then lower it again WARNING Ensure that the rear cylinder transport locks are properly engaged before transport WARNING The folding functions switches 3 6 must only be operated when the s...

Page 31: ... boom against the vertical slide pads 4 Press switches A and C to raise the individual tilt rams 5 Press switch I to lower the boom until the rear transport hooks are firmly engaged 6 Press switches B and D to lower the individual tilt rams until they rest on the transport brackets DANGER Be careful to avoid electrical lines when folding unfolding Dual Fold boom Outer sections fold unfold vertical...

Page 32: ...lt rams 5 Press switch I to lower the boom until the rear transport hooks are firmly engaged 6 Press switches B and D to lower the individual tilt rams until they rest on the transport brackets DANGER Be careful to avoid electrical lines when folding unfolding Dual Fold boom Outer sections fold unfold vertically WARNING Ensure that the boom is clear from the transport brackets before unfolding WAR...

Page 33: ...Press buttons A and C to raise the individual tilt rams until the transport brackets touch the vertical slide pads 4 Press the boom down button I to lower the boom until it rests on the rollers and the transport brackets are securely captured by the transport hooks DANGER Be careful to avoid electrical lines when folding unfolding boom WARNING The rear transport lock must be in storage position be...

Page 34: ...ntil the transport brackets touch the vertical slide pads 6 Press the boom down button I to lower the boom until it rests on the rollers and the transport brackets are securely captured by the transport hooks DANGER Be careful to avoid electrical lines when folding unfolding boom Outer sections fold unfold vertically WARNING The rear transport lock must be in storage position before folding unfold...

Page 35: ... 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 ATTENTION If the sprayer is cleaned with a high pressure cleaner lubrication of the entire machine is recommended Recommended lubricants 45 60 SPB 80 100 SPC Boom lubrication oiling plan BALL BEARINGS Universal Lithiu...

Page 36: ...6 Maintenance 6 2 120 90 90 60 Dual Fold SPC Boom lubrication oiling plan 120 90 90 60 ...

Page 37: ...e opening the filter 10 hours service Nozzle filters optional equipment Check and clean 10 hours service Spraying circuit Fill with clean water operate all functions and check for leaks using higher spray pressure than normal Check nozzle spray patterns visually using clean water 250 hours service Readjustment of the boom See section Occasional maintenance 250 hours service Hydraulic circuit Check...

Page 38: ...RADIAL connections only hand tighten them Feed pipe snap lock assembly T25 Disassembly 1 Screw the union nut A completely off 2 Pull the feed piping and hose barb apart 3 Take out the O ring B 4 Inspect and oil O ring B Change the O ring B if worn before reassembly Reassembly 1 Check that the barbed lock ring C is fitted to the feed pipe with barb pointing away from pipe opening 2 Fit the oiled O ...

Page 39: ...ntal position 6 Adjustment of hydraulic cylinders are done without pressure in the system WARNING No one is allowed to be under the boom while adjustment is carried out Alignment of center and inner wing sections All booms 1 Unfold the boom and check alignment of the inner section with the center section 2 If adjustment is necessary relieve pressure from the cylinder by folding the boom a few inch...

Page 40: ...mpressed 1 8 3 16 3 5 mm Therefore check that the distance between the tabs C is a little less than the length of the rubber stop itself The rubber stop may need to be spaced out with 1 or more flat washers in order to obtain correct compression Tighten nut to hold it in place Hydraulic stop valve adjustment Dual Fold SPC only The hydraulic stop valves on the Dual Fold SPC booms are factory set an...

Page 41: ...for all booms except 120 90 Dual Fold boom which needs to be 1 8 1 4 3 6 mm If adjustment is needed 5 Loosen jam nuts E on the turnbuckle assembly and adjust turnbuckle F for proper cable deflection 6 Tighten jam nuts E again and remove weight WARNING Check boom alignment again If front cable was tightened the wing assembly will move a bit forward If front cable was loosened the wing assembly will...

Page 42: ...utch must be well greased before adjustment is commenced Check adjust sprocket timing 45 66 SPB 1 Unfold the boom and stand on its rear side 2 Check that the pin connection A in the timing chain is aligned withthe center line B between thesprocket Noteforwarddriving direction C adjustment is done at rearside of the boom A is the 7th pin connection on the chain 3 To adjust timing loosen turnbuckles...

Page 43: ...edure applies to both sides For SPB HZ SPC HZ models the following procedure is used 1 Ensure that cylinder is fully extended 2 Loosen jam nut A 3 Apply an adjustable wrench to the machined surface at B 4 Turn the cylinder rod until boom is level to the ground 5 Secure jam nut A again Same procedure applies to both sides For 120 90 Dual Fold SPC HZ model the following procedure is used 1 Ensure th...

Page 44: ...l except 120 90 Dual Fold The center section cables keep the center frame in correct position during folding procedure or when spraying with one side raised and folded SPB HZ only 1 Fold the boom into transport position 2 Check that the tilt cylinders are completely extended Adjust if necessary HZ only 3 Check that center section cable A is routed over center section nozzle bracket B 4 Loosen jam ...

Page 45: ...The compression of the dampers C should result in a distance E of 1 3 32 28 mm Measure the compression at each rubber damper and adjust with the M12 bolts A if necessary The channel section B is a part of the center section frame and yaw dampers C are held by the plate D Yaw damping All booms Tighten loosen bolt A to adjust slack at point B If boom does not work smoothly or if it works in steps Lo...

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Page 47: ...o the same reasons 1 Rusted of dirty hydraulics components cause bad connections and early wear 2 A badly charged or faulty battery causes failures and misbehavior in the electrical system Therefore ALWAYS check 1 Hydraulic components are clean 2 Check tractor batteries and keep connectors clean ...

Page 48: ...if needed Ram not functioning Restrictor or regulation valve blocked Secure boom Dismantle and clean Hydraulic system fold tilt functions will not operate Power supply Check for proper 12V power supply One function fold or tilt will not operate Various Check for defective switch es Check continuity of cables Check for operation of applicable solenoid coil not activating or plunger stuck Check for ...

Page 49: ... aligned Cables Adjust and grease complete boom cables and stops Boom will not stay in spraying position Various Check for hydraulic leaks through solenoid block Check for a solenoid that is stuck open Wing to be kept folded swings out when unfolding other side of the boom Various Boom must be completely unfolded then fold out the desired boom wing Check for hydraulic leaks through solenoid block ...

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Page 51: ... 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 Temperature and pressure ranges Hydraulics Operating temperature range 36 F to 167 F 2 to 75 C Max operating pressure Tractor 3046 psi 210 bar ...

Page 52: ...ard Plug positions for HZ hydraulics 120 90 Dual Fold boom 1 Fold inner 2 Fold inner 3 Tilt left 4 Tilt left 5 Tilt right 6 Tilt right 7 Fold outer 8 Fold outer 9 B flow reverse 10 A flow forward Plug positions for HZ hydraulics 90 60 Dual Fold boom 1 Fold left 2 Fold left 3 Tilt left 4 Tilt left 5 Tilt right 6 Tilt right 7 Fold 2nd outer 8 Fold 2nd outer 9 Fold right 10 Fold right 11 B flow rever...

Page 53: ...8 Technical specifications 8 3 Charts Boom hydraulics HY 45 66 SPB Ranger Boom hydraulics HY 45 66 SPB 75 100 SPC Navigator ...

Page 54: ...8 Technical specifications 8 4 Boom hydraulics HZ 45 66 SPB Ranger Boom hydraulics HZ 45 66 SPB 75 100 SPC Navigator ...

Page 55: ...EFT INNER FOLD LEFT TILT RIGHT INNER FOLD RIGHT TILT PRESSURE PORT RETURN PORT LOAD SENSE PORT LEFT OUTER FOLD RIGHT OUTER FOLD STOP VALVES PARALIFT LOCK CYLINDER LEFT INNER FOLD LEFT TILT RIGHT INNER FOLD RIGHT TILT PRESSURE PORT RETURN PORT LOAD SENSE PORT LEFT OUTER FOLD RIGHT OUTER FOLD STOP VALVES PARALIFT LOCK CYLINDER ...

Page 56: ...0 SPC PRESIDIO Boom hydraulics 90 60 Dual Fold SPC PRESIDIO LEFT TILT RIGHT TILT LEFT FOLD RIGHT FOLD PRESSURE PORT RETURN PORT LEFT INNER FOLD LEFT TILT RIGHT INNER FOLD RIGHT TILT PRESSURE PORT RETURN PORT LEFT OUTER FOLD RIGHT OUTER FOLD STOP VALVES ...

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Page 59: ...ment of components 3 The customer will be responsible for and bear the costs of a Normal maintenance such as greasing maintenance of oil levels minor adjustments including the boom b Transportation of any HARDI product to and from where the warranty work is to be performed c Dealer travel time to and from the machine or to deliver and return the machine from the service workshop for repair unless ...

Page 60: ...the repair or exchange of any part or parts 12 No employee or representative is authorized to change this warranty in any way or grant any other warranty unless such change is made in writing and signed by the CEO in the Davenport office Approval of warranty is the responsibility of the HARDI Service Department 13 Any warranty work performed which will exceed 1000 00 MUST be approved IN ADVANCE by...

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