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HARDI

MEGA 230 / 350 CENTRIFUGAL OPERATORS MANUAL

TABLE OF CONTENTS: Continued

6.0 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (cont'd)

6.8 Operation of the ESC Controls

6.9 Agitation Adjustment

6.10 Manifold System

6.11 Manifold System Operating Instructions

6.12 Agitation Bypass Valve Operation (Optional)

6.13 Operation of the Tank Drain Valve

6.14 Nozzle Selection

6.15 Calibration

7.0 MAINTENANCE

7.1 Cleaning the Sprayer

7.2 Filters

7.3 Lubrication

7.4 Greasing the H-Frame & Center Frame

7.5 Greasing the Boom

7.6 Lubrication of Chain & Sprocket

7.7 Greasing the Breakaway Clutch

7.8 Maintenance of Triplets

8.0 ADJUSTMENTS

8.1 Adjustment & Maintenance Intervals

8.2 Checking and Adjusting Sprocket Timing

8.3 Aligning Wing Assemblies

8.4 Aligning Intermediate and Outer Boom Sections

8.5 Adjusting Front Fold Cables

8.6 Adjusting Breakaway Clutch Tension

8.7 Adjusting Boom Wing to be Level

8.8 Adjusting Floating Frame Pivots

8.9 Adjusting Boom Transport Postion

8.10 Adjusting Rear Cable

9.0 WINTER STORAGE

10.0 OPERATIONAL PROBLEMS

10.1 Nozzle Tubes and Fittings

10.2 Checking the Valve Cone in Distributor Valves

Summary of Contents for MEGA 230

Page 1: ...MEGA 230 350 CENTRIFUGAL OPERATOR S MANUAL 10545903 3 96 ...

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Page 3: ...DI MEGA 230 350 CENTRIFUGAL OPERATORS MANUAL Part No 105459 3 96 MEGA 230 350 CENTRIFUGAL OPERATORS MANUAL HARDI reserves the right to make changes in design material or specification without notice thereof ...

Page 4: ...bles 19 4 7 Attaching Feed Hoses Three Valve System 20 4 8 Performing Final Inspection 21 5 0 MOUNTING THE MEGA SPRAYER 22 5 1 Dismounting the Mega Sprayer 23 5 2 P T O Shaft Operator Safety 24 5 3 Installation of P T O Shaft 24 5 4 Hydraulic Requirements with Eagle Boom 27 5 5 Hydraulic Hook Up 27 5 6 HZ Hydraulics 28 5 7 Installation of Handle 28 5 8 Electric Hook Up of Handle 28 5 9 Control Box...

Page 5: ...ter Frame 52 7 5 Greasing the Boom 53 7 6 Lubrication of Chain Sprocket 54 7 7 Greasing the Breakaway Clutch 54 7 8 Maintenance of Triplets 55 8 0 ADJUSTMENTS 56 8 1 Adjustment Maintenance Intervals 56 8 2 Checking and Adjusting Sprocket Timing 57 8 3 Aligning Wing Assemblies 57 8 4 Aligning Intermediate and Outer Boom Sections 58 8 5 Adjusting Front Fold Cables 59 8 6 Adjusting Breakaway Clutch T...

Page 6: ... Foam Marker 71 11 3 Flush RinseTM 72 11 4 Chemical Filler 72 11 5 Hydraulics 73 11 6 HY Hydraulics Schematic 74 11 7 HZ Hydraulics Schematic 75 12 0 ACCESSORIES 76 12 1 Chemical Filler 76 12 2 Chemical Filler Rinse Kit 76 12 3 Flush System 77 12 4 Tank Rinse System 78 12 5 Foam Marker System 79 12 6 Nurse Tank Quick Fill 80 12 7 Front Tank 80 12 8 Suction Filter 81 12 9 Agitation Shut Off Valve 8...

Page 7: ...ion equipment Please take the time to thoroughly read the Operator s Manual before using your equipment You will find many helpful hints as well as important safety and operation information Some of the features on your HARDI sprayer were suggested by growers There is no substitute for on farm experience and we invite your comments and suggestions Please address your correspondence to the Service ...

Page 8: ...6 HARDI MEGA 230 350 CENTRIFUGAL OPERATORS MANUAL Fig 1 MEGA 350 W 60 EAGLE BOOM Fig 2 MEGA 350 W 60 EAGLE BOOM ...

Page 9: ... of the sprayer for easy access to the tank filling hole The ESC electric control unit consists of on off control valve pressure regulating valve pressure gauge and distribution valves with pressure equalization feature The Manifold System features color coded three way valves on suction and pressure sides of the liquid control system It allows for safe and simple use of the sprayer and accessorie...

Page 10: ...T OUT IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTIONS IT MEANS ATTENTION BECOME ALERT YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED WARNING WARNING ALWAYS READ OPERATORS MANUAL BEFORE USING EQUIPMENT DO NOT REMOVE ANY SAFETY DEVICES OR SHIELDS NEVER SERVICE CLEAN OR REPAIR A MACHINE WHILE IT IS OPERATING 2 0 SAFETY INFORMATION ...

Page 11: ...prayer without proper instructions Keep your sprayer in proper working condition Unauthorized modifications or use may impair the function and or safety and affect the machines life If you do not understand any part of this manual and need assistance please contact your authorized HARDI dealer 2 2 Operating The Sprayer Safely 1 Read the complete manual carefully and become familiar with the operat...

Page 12: ...erious injury or death could result if contact is made with electric wires 8 Keep hands feet clothing away from moving parts 9 Wear relatively tight and belted clothing to prevent from being caught on some part of the machine 10 Slow down when turning especially with boom extended 11 Always keep children away from your sprayer and or tractor unit 12 Before transporting the sprayer ensure that the ...

Page 13: ...s and emergency response techniques 2 Protective clothing such as rubber gloves goggles coveralls and respirator must be worn while handling chemicals All protective clothing should be kept in excellent condition and cleaned regularly or discarded 3 If chemicals come in contact with any exposed skin areas wash immediately with clean water and detergent Never place nozzle tips or any other componen...

Page 14: ...ical in its original container with the label intact 8 Dispose all empty containers after rinsing in accordance with local regulations by laws Dispose of all unused chemicals and left over fertilizer in an approved manner 9 Keep a first aid kit and fire extinguisher available at all times when handling chemicals 2 4 Local Poison Information Center PHONE NO ____ ____ _____ Find the phone number for...

Page 15: ...he boom in spray position WING Refers to the folding portion of the boom CENTER Refers to the portion of the boom that the wings attach to The wings move up and down with the center INNER WING Refers to the inner portion of the boom OUTER WING Refers to the outer portion of the boom BREAKAWAY Refers to the device between the inner wing and the outer wing that allows the outer wing to swing backwar...

Page 16: ...ading or unloading the sprayer from a truck or trailer use the lifting points as shown The Mega Sprayer is shipped in 4 parts for ease of transportation 1 Tank frame assembly 2 Wing assembly RH 3 Wing assembly LH 4 Boommountkit Fig 3 WARNING NOTE CORRECT LOCATION OF SUPPORT LEG EXTENSIONS The Mega tank and frame is delivered from the factory with the leg extensions facing the rear To move the exte...

Page 17: ...ore installing wings ensure that the stands are lowered and that the leg extensions on Mega frame are extended forward 1a HY BOOM Fit nut qty 1 washers qty 2 to the threaded end of the tie rod Fit the rod under tab on mount plates on center frame Fit remaining washers and lock nut to the rods 1b HZ BOOM Attach tilt cylinders to center frame using pins and cotter pins Remove plugs from cylinder por...

Page 18: ...ttach hydraulic hoses from left hand side of hydraulic block on center section to the other port on the hydraulic fold cylinders Hy Hydraulics Only 4 3 Installing Boom Wings cont d 2 Position boom hinge on center frame with folded boom sections to the front 3 Attach tie rod tilt cylinder to hinge using pin and cotter pins 4 Line up lower hinge pin holes and insert pin Insert threaded pin from the ...

Page 19: ...on 11 for hydraulic schematics 7 Start tractor engine and cycle fold cylinders by actuating double acting outlet 10 times to bleed air from hydraulic system 8 Stop tractor engine check hydraulic reservoir oil level and fill as necessary 9 Attach fold cylinder rods to boom sections using previously re moved pins and cotter pins B TILT CYLINDERS 1 If hydraulic tilt cylinders are fitted to the spray ...

Page 20: ...cylinders 5 Stop tractor engine check hydraulic reservoir oil level and fill as necessary 6 Reattach tilt cylinder rods to boom sections 4 5 Installing Center Frame Spray Tube Assembly 1 Attach brackets to center frame using M6x30mm cap screws and lock nuts NOTE To gain access to mounting holes on the nozzle track remove plastic nozzle retaining nuts closest to mount holes and remove tube as neces...

Page 21: ... square to the stationary frame while folding the boom in for transport or when spraying with one side raised and folded 1 Fold boom into transport position 2 Shut the tractor off 3 Check that tilt cylinders are COMPLETELY EXTENDED Adjust if necessary 4 Loosen jam nuts B IMPORTANT Alternate from side to side while making adjustments Adjust one cable a small amount and then the other to equalize ca...

Page 22: ...d lubricants They will deteriorate hoses causing them to weaken and leak Lubricate hose ends with liquid dish soap to make installation easier To avoid rework be sure of fitting locations prior to attaching hoses Plastic fittings use a very aggressive hose barb which makes hose removal difficult 1 Route hoses from each boom section to control valve IMPORTANT Ensure feed hoses have sufficient slack...

Page 23: ...aks 2 Check hydraulic hoses for clearance and freedom of movement throughout entire range of operation 3 Check feed hoses for freedom of movement through out range of operation 4 Lubricate all machine lubrication points Refer to section 7 5 Adjust machine for field operation Refer to section 8 6 Ensure all fasteners are tightened correctly Fig 9 ...

Page 24: ... Adjust the three point lift so the boom is at 18 to 20 above ground when the boom lift cylinder is at it s minimum height 4 Retract the support leg extensions A and fold the legs up under the sprayer frame 5 Adjust the top link bar so that the sprayer frame and tank are perpendicular to the ground 6 Do not connect P T O shaft until operating shaft clearance has been determined Refer to section 5 ...

Page 25: ... black button clicks out in location hole C WARNING NOTE CORRECT LOCATION OF SUPPORT LEG EXTEN SIONS When the boom is folded in transport position the support leg exten sions must be placed and extended at the front of the sprayer D When the boom is unfolded the support leg extensions must be placed and extended at the back of the sprayer E 4 Lower the sprayer Be aware of P T O Shaft angle 5 Disco...

Page 26: ...each end of the shaft Do not use without protection guard Do not touch or stand on the transmission shaft when it is rotating safety distance min 5 1 5 meters Prevent protection guards from rotating by attaching the chains allow ing sufficient slack for turns Make sure that protection guards around tractor P T O and implement shaft is intact Always STOP ENGINE and remove the ignition key before ca...

Page 27: ... If P T O shaft must be shortened the shaft is pulled apart Fit the two shaft parts at tractor and sprayer pump and measure how much it is necesary to shorten the shaft Mark the protection guards NOTE The shaft must always have a minimum overlap of 6 150 mm Fig 11 Fig 12 4 The two parts are shortened equally Use a saw and file the profiles afterwards to remove burrs 5 Grease the profiles and assem...

Page 28: ...ANUAL 6 Fit the shaft to tractor and sprayer pump NOTE Female part towards tractor Fit the chains to prevent the protection guards to rotate with the shaft 7 To ensure long life of the P T O shaft try to avoid working angles greater than 15 Fig 14 ...

Page 29: ...PING HYDRAULIC FLUID UNDER PRESSURE CAN PENETRATE THE SKIN CAUSING SERIOUS INJURY AVOID THIS HAZARD BY RELIEVING PRESSURE BEFORE DICONNECTING HYDRAULIC LINES ENSURE ALL CONNECTIONS ARE TIGHT BEFORE APPLYING PRESSURE SEARCH FOR LEAKS WITH A PIECE OF CARDBOARD NOT YOUR HANDS IMPROPER HOOK UP CAN CAUSE DANGEROUS BOOM MOVEMENTS AND OR DAMAGE TO THE SPRAYER HYDRAULICS DO NOT ALLOW ANYONE NEAR A HYDRAUL...

Page 30: ...rent mounting positions can be used Fig 15 shows an example of how this may be done 5 8 Electric Hook up of Handle 1 Connect plug F to the tractor s 12 volt power system Note Check with your dealer or tractor operators manual for the best location to hook up the 12 volt system Try to connect the power cable as close as possible to the battery or the starter of the tractor for a better power supply...

Page 31: ... to be drilled out for mounting on a flat surface using the mount plate bracket and hardware furnished with the sprayer Power requirement is 12V DC There should be a 8amp fuse protecting this circuit Note polarity Brown pos Blue neg Use the optional HARDI Electric 12 volt outlet box No 817925 if more than one power outlet is required Fig 16 12 volt junction box for 12 volt hook up for ESC controls...

Page 32: ...p it outside the tank pointing towards the filling hole fig 17 If the hose is lead into the tank and the water pressure drops at the water supply plant chemicals may be syphoned back and contaminate the water supply lines plant and well 6 2 Filling the Flush Tanks if fitted Remove the tank lid fill with clean water and replace lid 6 3 Standard Sprayer Plumbing Diagram Shown with optional Chemical ...

Page 33: ... hook has to be released by lifting the boom with the single acting outlet until the control arm of the hook appears between the two flat bars of the hook guide Be careful not to bring the control arm past the opening on the hook guide See fig 19 3 Disconnect safety chains from wings 4 Activate the tractors double acting hydraulic lever to unfold the boom Both wings will unfold simultaneously 5 Wh...

Page 34: ...fig 15 and move hydraulic handle forward or rearward to activate oil flow Switch positions of the hoses in the double acting outlet if the direction required to activate the boom needs to be reversed 2 One side folding can be achieved by following the above procedure except that only one of the switches is depressed ALWAYS PUT WING IN THE HORIZONTAL POSITION PRIOR TO FOLDING NEVER ATTEMPT TO FOLD ...

Page 35: ...ting switch for on off of valves B Operating switches for distribution valves C Pressure regulating switch lower D Pressure regulating switch raise 1 Adjust screw for constant boom pressure 2 Distribution valve 3 Pressure regulating valve 4 Control unit pressure gauge 5 Pressure filter Fig 20 Fig 21 ...

Page 36: ...sure is shown on the pressure gauge Note Adjust the constant distribution boom pressure one section at a time as follows Start with the valve turned closed before adjusting 8 Shut off the first boom distribution valve switch B Fig 21 9 Turn the adjusting screw 1 until the control unit pressure gauge 7 again shows the same pressure as set in step 6 above Turn the screw clockwise for higher pressure...

Page 37: ...multiplug must be protected against moisture and dirt A plastic bag may be used to protect the multiplug Store the control box in a clean dry place 6 9 Agitation Adjustment Agitation nozzles only Agitation is necessary to keep the solution in your tank properly mixed Consult your chemical supplier for the recom mended amount of agitation In general maximum agitation is required but some products t...

Page 38: ... or refilling The Manifold valve faces are colored discs for easy identification The green face identifies the pressure manifold the black disc identifies the suction manifold and a blue disc indicates the agitation bypass valve when fitted The green pressure valves and the black suction valves have 4 positions Two positions are for options indicating that the valve will be open in this position T...

Page 39: ... 6 10 Manifold System cont d Return to Tank Return to Pump Blue Disk Agitation Bypass Valve From Flush Tank From Main tank Black Disk Suction Valve To Chemical Filler To Hose reel spray gun Green Disk Pressure Valve TO ESC Control To Tank Rinse nozzle ...

Page 40: ...turning the relevant valve handle to the required symbol All the other handles on the same manifold must be turned to the off position handle placed horizontal Example To operate Chemical Filler 1 Ensure other pressure manifold valves are in the off position 2 Turn handle of pressure manifold valve from ESC control symbol to Chemical Filler symbol This directs flow of liquid from Pump to the Chemi...

Page 41: ... either the Tank position or the Pump position There is no Off position indicated on this valve 6 13 Operation of the Tank Drain Valve WARNING BEFORE USING THE TOP DRAIN VERIFY THAT DIS POSAL OF WASTE IS DONE ACCORDING TO CHEMICAL LABEL INSTRUCTIONS AND LOCAL REGULATIONS The tank is drained through the suction manifold valves on the lower left hand side of the tank frame To drain the tank proceed ...

Page 42: ...er the tank back to a horizontal position WARNING WEAR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING WHEN SERVICING AND HANDLING COMPONENTS THAT HAVE BEEN IN CONTACT WITH SPRAY LIQUID 6 Turn the handle on the suction mani fold valve back so that the arrow on the handle is fac ing the symbol for the main tank 7 The tank will now drain Be aware of splashing If drain ing residues eg liquid fertilizer into a reservoir a couple...

Page 43: ...ould you wish a different application rate or different type of nozzle HARDI manufactures a nozzle for virtually every need Refer to the Hardi Nozzle Catalog for the complete range of Hardi Nozzles ALWAYS CONSULT YOUR CHEMICAL SUPPLIER FOR RECOM MENDED CHEMICAL RATE AND WATER APPLICATION RATE ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES WHEN HANDLING NOZZLES The following tables show what types of spray nozzles ...

Page 44: ...in conjunction with cone nozzle to create desired spray pattern These swirls work with 1553 series cone nozzles Grey blue or black swirls are used to create hollow cone effect White swirls are used to create full cone effect 1553 Must add swirl to produce hollow cone pattern Grey Blue Black White 1299 HOLLOW CONE CERAMIC NOZZLES for high pressure and high volume fungicide and insecticide applicati...

Page 45: ...ns are normally used with these nozzles 1553 less swirl SOLID STREAM NOZZLE for high volume liquid fertilizer application In this application the 1553 nozzle is always used with 330013 o ring and 50 80 or 100 mesh screens 371537 thru 371543 3 HOLE NOZZLE SYNTAL CERAMIC this nozzle disperses the spray liquid in three solid streams thereby reducing the number of plants at risk of scorching by the ap...

Page 46: ...able from HARDI 818103 for US gallons 818104 for metric calibration Following are some tips to remember when using the calibration kit method When determining the length of time required to drive the recommend ed distance drive in actual field conditions with a half full tank Repeat the test several times each time avoiding the tracks from the previous test Take the average of the times recorded C...

Page 47: ...our nozzle spacing For your drop nozzle or band application use row spacing Row width or nozzle spacing in Distance ft 40 102 38 107 36 113 34 120 32 127 30 136 28 146 26 157 24 170 22 185 20 204 18 227 16 255 14 291 2 Measure the amount of time it takes you to travel the test strip when throttle is set at spraying speed 3 In a container with oz measurements catch the spray from one nozzle for tha...

Page 48: ...inches for broadcast application Row spacing in inches divided by number of nozzles per row for drop nozzle application Sprayed band width or swath width in inches for band application divided by number of nozzles per band Note that on the nozzle wheel W 20 inches 3 Set correct pressure Read the required pressure from the nozzle table in the nozzle catalogue or nozzle wheel With clean water in the...

Page 49: ...r GPA water 20 GPA 28 N x 1 13 22 6 GPA water Calibrate for 22 6 GPA of water For conversion to Imperial gallons per acre multiply U S GPA by 833 For conversion to liters per hectare multiply U S GPA by 9 34 For conversion to liters per acre multiply U S GPA by 3 78 Formula for tractor speed Distance in feet x 682 MPH Second Weight of solution Specific Gravity Conversion Factors 7 00 lbs gal 84 92...

Page 50: ...a well calibrated sprayer will en sure the minimal amount of remaining spray liquid It is good practice to clean the sprayer immediately after use thereby rendering the sprayer safe and ready for the next pesticide application This also prolongs the life of the components It is sometimes necessary to leave spray liquid in the tank for short peri ods eg overnight or until the weather becomes suitab...

Page 51: ...praying the liquid out again in the field stop the pump and fill at least 1 5 of the tank with clean water Note that some chemicals re quire the tank to be completely filled Add appropriate detergent and or deactivating agent eg Washing soda or Triple ammonia NOTE If a cleaning procedure is given on the chemical label follow it closely 7 Start the pump and operate all controls enabling the liquid ...

Page 52: ...s do not occur while spraying Long life of pump A blocked suction filter will result in pump cavit ation Suction filter The optional suction filter is located at the back of the pump check it regularly Ensure the o ring A fig 17 on the filter housing and it is in good condition and lubricated 50 100 100 Suction Filter Nozzle Size Nozzle Screen Pressure Filter 50 30 Green 20 Larger 80 50 80 50 Red ...

Page 53: ...n sprayer Oil Grease Operation hours 7 3 Lubrication Recommended lubrication is shown in following tables Use ball bearing grease lithium grease No 2 Note If the sprayer is cleaned with a high pressure cleaner or fertilizer has been used we recommend lubrication of all sections ...

Page 54: ...easing the H Frame and Center Frame Every 8 hours new grease should be applied to the wear surfaces on the H frame and center frame Every 50 hours the grease on the H frame and center frame should be completely cleaned off with a degreasing solvent and new grease applied Fig 31 ...

Page 55: ...53 HARDI MEGA 230 350 CENTRIFUGAL OPERATORS MANUAL 7 5 Greasing the Boom Every 10 hours the grease zerts indicated in the following pictures should be greased Fig 32 Fig 33 ...

Page 56: ...CLUTCH OR YOU MAY BE INJURED SHOULD CLUTCH SNAP CLOSED 1 Unfold the boom into spray position 2 Standing in front of the outer wing snap the breakaway open by quickly pushing the boom away from you 3 With the two clutches opened up stick the nozzle of grease gun into the clutch and apply a generous amount of grease This should be done every 8 hours Refer to fig 34 4 Apply oil to top of breakaway se...

Page 57: ...side of the triplet assembly Clean the bottom part as well as the top part throughly Coat o ring surface with a light film of vegetable oil if unit is to be stored for a long period of time If the triplets are not cleaned regularly they may become hard to turn with possible damage to them as a result WARNING NEVER SERVICE YOUR CONTAMINATED NOZZLES WITHOUT WEARING CHEMICAL RESISTANT GLOVES AND SAFE...

Page 58: ...n preassembled adjusted and tested in the factory The boom however will require additional adjustments shortly after being taken into use 10 hours and thereafter at a minimum an annual basis to perform at its maximum levels To further insure the booms proper performance the Mega boom also has to be maintained on a regular basis Please follow the suggested maintenance intervals Perform the adjustme...

Page 59: ...cable tension Refer to sections 8 5 8 10 8 3 Aligning Wing Assemblies Fig 37 1 With boom unfolded and in the working position check alignment of the intermediate section with the center frame 2 With fold cylinder pressurized determine if the intermediate section needs to be adjusted to the front or rear to come into alignment with center frame NOTE Because of adjustments made later it is better to...

Page 60: ...d or OUT to move boom rearward Tighten jam nut A 6 Reattach cylinder rod to boom and pressurize cylinder to check boom alignment 8 4 Aligning Intermediate and Outer Boom Sections 1 Unfold boom into operating spraying position 2 Hold M12x100 adjusting bolt loosen lock nut and turn nut so cap screw head contacts top stop with outer and intermediate boom sections aligned 3 Check to ensure that lock n...

Page 61: ...termediate boom section until it just contacts the front cable 4 Suspend a 10lb 4 5kg weight from the straight edge to cable contact point and check deflection by measuring the distance from the straight edge to the cable Cable should deflect 50 75in 13 20 mm 5 Loosen jam nuts A on the turnbuckle assembly and adjust turnbuckle B for proper cable deflection Fig 38 6 Tighten jam nuts A and remove we...

Page 62: ... Tighten nut D to stiffen clutch action Clutch is properly tensioned when breakaway boom section returns to alignment with outer boom section after breaking away Tighten jam nuts after adjustment IMPORTANT Properly lubricate clutch assembly before adjusting the tension Breakaway clutch cap screws A must be torqued to 55 N m 40lb ft every week 40 hours to prevent boom damage Lubricate every day 8 h...

Page 63: ...0 CENTRIFUGAL OPERATORS MANUAL 8 7 Adjusting Boom Wing To Be Level To Ground HY BOOMS 1 Loosen jam nut A 2 Adjust nut B in or out until wing is level to ground 3 Secure jam nut A Same procedure applies to both sides Fig 40 ...

Page 64: ... Adjusting Boom Wing To Be Level To Ground cont d HZ BOOMS 1 Loosen jam nut A 2 Apply an adjustable wrench to the machined surface at B 3 Turn the cylinder rod until boom is level to the ground 4 Secure jam nut A Same procedure applies to both sides Fig 41 ...

Page 65: ...ft one outer boom end approximately 20 in 490mm above horizontal 3 Release boom end Boom should smoothly return to horizontal or near horizontal position 4 If boom does not return to horizontal loosen each adjustment cap screw A 1 2 turn and check again Fig 42 If boom pivots too freely tighten adjustment cap screws 1 2 turn and check again Boom is properly adjusted when it returns to horizontal po...

Page 66: ...properly adjusted If not repeat the above procedure until it is correctly adjusted 8 10 Adjusting Rear Cable CAUTION REAR CABLE CAN SNAP AND INJURE YOU OR SOME ONE ELSE IF TENSIONED WHEN THE BOOM IS UNFOLDED ALWAYS ADJUST FRONT CABLE FIRST WITH THE BOOM UNFOLDED INTO SPRAYING POSITION SECTION 8 5 1 Raise boom to its highest position Fold boom to transport position with tilt cylinders fully extende...

Page 67: ...tion Every 40 hours Inspection of protection guards function and condition Replace possible damaged parts Every 1000 hours Check condition of protection guards and replace nylon bearings Check general condition of cross journals and push pin quick release replace if necesary Anti freeze precaution If the sprayer is not stored in a frost free place you should take the follow ing precautions Drain a...

Page 68: ...inated will result in poor connections and 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 attention to suction hoses 3 Gaskets and O rings are present and in good condition 4 Pressure gauge is in good working order Correct dosage depends on it 5 Operating unit functions properly Use clean wate...

Page 69: ...r proper sealing Flush the sprayer with clean water and open master on off and all distribution valves Shut sprayer off Remove clip A Fig 46 and remove hose B for the constant pressure device When the housing is drained make sure everything is clear from part B then start sprayer there should not be any flow of liquid through the constant pressure passage If there is any leakage the valve cone E m...

Page 70: ...e to a blown fuse The fuses are placed in the control box and are marked according to functions Fuses 7 and 8 are spare fuses Fuse type T 500 mA HARDI ref no 261125 10 4 Level indicator The level indicator should be checked regularly When the tank is empty the floater should rest on the stop pin on the rod and the O ring at the indicator should be positioned at the top position line A If any devia...

Page 71: ...g loose or fork pin missing C Bad seat on spool valve for boom section control D PTO speed not fast enough E Valve on Suction Manifold not in correct position F Bad suction valve or suction side air leak G PTO not engaged H Valves on Pressure Manifold not in correct position I Agitation nozzles worn or missing A Output from by pass lines causing a disturbance around suction hose B Small tear or pi...

Page 72: ...ction control D Suction Manifold valve or suction side air leak E Nozzles worn A Damaged pump seal A Fuse blown B Motor bad or micro switch plate loose C Bad seat on spool valve D Bad switch or plug on control box E Print board at back of control corroded or damaged F Check polarity Brown Positive Blue Negative A Bad seat on spool valve for Boom Section Control A Agitation valve not open B Agitati...

Page 73: ...l A Seat on master shut off valve worn or cracked B Bad seat on spool valve A Short in electrical system or bad compressor B 12 volt supply not connected C Bad printboard D Defective switch in control box A Bad Printboard B Not enough Foam Concentrate C Solenoid valve plugged D Solenoid not working A Line leak or line pinched B Solenoid valve plugged C Weak Foam Concentrate mixture D Water too har...

Page 74: ...nifold valve not in correct position Arrow on handle should point towards rinse nozzle symbol A Bad Suction Manifold valve or suction side air leak B Pressure Manifold valve not in correct position C Chemical filler Pressure Manifold valve in correct position if so equipped A Pressure Manifold valve not in correct position B Sprayer pump not running A Bottom tank discharge valve not open all the w...

Page 75: ...er switches on not turned on Cable from sprayer not attached Attach cable to control box to control box No power supply to control Check all connections and box cables in power supply Cable from control box to Replace cable hydraulic manifold is damaged HY HZ Model Won t Fold PROBLEM SOLUTION Hydraulic lines not hooked Check the lines for proper up properly hook up Dirt in the restrictors on the R...

Page 76: ...y Shut switches off after unfolding position boom Boom folds when activating Shut switches not used off tilt or vice versa HZ models only Wing to be kept folded swings Boom must be completely out when unfolding other side unfolded then fold the desired wing in Breakaway won t hold outer Adjust breakaway replace wing stable clutches if worn Boom won t go up or down H frame needs to be greased Greas...

Page 77: ... 230 350 CENTRIFUGAL OPERATORS MANUAL 11 7 HZ Schematic Fig 50 LEFT FOLD RIGHT FOLD RIGHT TILT LEFT TILT L 3100 10 2 L 3000 9 10 L 3000 9 10 L 3100 10 2 L 2300 7 7 L 2300 7 7 L 2450 8 L 2450 8 L 5000 16 5 TO TRACTOR ...

Page 78: ...near the agitation flow A cleaning ring ensures that chemical residue is removed from the tank 12 0 ACCESSORIES 12 1 Chemical Filler 12 2 Chemical Filler Rinse Kit Fig 52 Chemical Filler Rinse Kit A container rinse kit for liquid containers or plastic bags is also available for installation into the chemical filler hopper Refer to the Chemical Filler Operators Manual for instructions ...

Page 79: ...e able to flush the pump controls boom feed lines and complete boom and nozzles with clean water from an 80 gal tank Refer to the Flush Rinse System Operators Manual for complete operational instructions 12 3 Flush System Fig 53 Flush Rinse Tank 1 22 GAL Fig 54 Flush Rinse Tank 2 22 GAL ...

Page 80: ...to the flush system which provides a means to rinse the main tank using pressurized water to spray the inside of the tank through specially designed spinning nozzles See the Flush Rinse System Operator Manual for complete operational instructions Fig 55 Rinse Valve Gauge Fig 56 Rinse Nozzle on Top of Tank ...

Page 81: ...arker Drop Assembly The Foam Marker helps prevent skipping or over lapping during spray application of solution both which can be costly HARDI Foam Marker features a sprayer mounted compressor poly tank extruded foamer hoses and in cab electrical controls providing right or left drop selection and the rate of foam droplets ...

Page 82: ...tank Liquid is fed into the top of the tank through a one way valve providing a better mix of water and chemical The quick fill is equipped with a handy 1 4 turn shut off valve Fig 59 Nurse Tank Quick Fill Fig 60 Front Tank 12 7 Front Tank A front tank is available in either 250 or 350 gallon sizes with a full range of options and accessories ...

Page 83: ...id from the E C control to the tank or back to the pump allowing for more complete draining of the tank before cleaning Fig 62 Agitation Bypass Valve 12 8 Suction Filter The suction filter screens out impurities from the spray solution It is easily maintained and a variety of screens are available Fig 61 Suction Filter ...

Page 84: ... not be responsible for damage in transit or handling by any common carrier and under no circumstances within or without the warranty period will HARDI be liable for damages of loss of use or damages resulting from delay or any consequential damage 2 We cannot be held responsible for loss of livestock loss of crops loss because of delays in harvesting or any expense or loss incurred for labor supp...

Page 85: ...e during the second year at 40 during the third year at 60 during the fourth year and at 80 during the fifth year This five year extended warranty is subject in each instance to the tank being inspected and approved for replacement or repair by HARDI personnel before HARDI will accept any liability hereunder 10 HARDI reserves the right to incorporate any change in design in its products without ob...

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Page 87: ...livery of the sprayer SPRAYER MODEL Full Description SPRAYER ORDER NO SERIAL NO We the undersigned dealer and purchaser hereby certify that the above machine was purchased on the date indicated below DEALER NAME ADDRESS PHONE CITY STATE ZIP CODE PURCHASER NAME ADDRESS PHONE CITY STATE ZIP CODE NO OF ACRES FARMED MAJOR CROPS PURCHASER SIGNATURE DEALER SIGNATURE DATE OF PURCHASE FOR OFFICE USE REGIS...

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Page 90: ...06 Fax 559 271 3107 HARDI GREAT LAKES 290 Sovereign Rd London Ontario N6M 1B3 Phone 519 659 2771 Fax 519 659 2821 For Product Service or Warranty Information Please contact your local HARDI dealer To contact HARDI directly Please use the HARDI Customer Service number 1 866 770 7063 Or send your email to CUSTSERV hardi us com HARDI INC Visit us online at www hardi us com ...

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