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The hydro-pneumatic system is medium to high pressure. This system takes advantage of the great amount of turbu-
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Summary of Contents for ZENIT

Page 1: ...ZENIT Instruction book 67302603 Version 1 01 US 02 2008 ...

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Page 3: ...sion 1 01 US 02 2008 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 NORTH AMERICA INC in the U S and in other countries ...

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Page 5: ... power consumption 8 Gear box 9 Centrifugal blower unit 10 Centrifugal turbine Technical information 10 Protection guards 10 Gear box 11 Pneumatic system 11 Hydro pneumatic system 12 4 Sprayer setup General info 1 Unloading the sprayer from the truck 1 Before putting the sprayer into operation 1 Transmission shaft Operator s safety 1 Mechanical connections 2 Transmission shaft Installation 2 Hydra...

Page 6: ...ervice and Maintenance intervals 2 After every 10 hours 2 After every 50 hours 2 After every 250 hours 2 After every 1000 hours 2 Regular Maintenance 3 10 hours service Suction filter 3 10 hours service In Line filter 3 10 hours service Transmission shaft 3 10 hours service Spraying circuit 4 50 hours service Transmission shaft 4 50 hours service Diaphragm pump 4 50 hours service Mechanical clutch...

Page 7: ... Common problems 2 8 Technical specifications Dimensions 1 Overall dimensions 1 Weight 1 Specifications 2 Pump model 321 10 0 2 Filters and nozzles 3 Temperature and pressure ranges 3 Materials and recycling 3 Disposal of the sprayer 3 9 Warranty Warranty policy and conditions 1 ...

Page 8: ...Table of contents TOC 4 Table of contents TOC 4 ...

Page 9: ...were suggested by growers There is no substitute for on farm experience and we invite your comments and suggestions If any portion of this instruction book remains unclear after reading it contact your HARDI dealer or service personnel for further explanation before using the equipment For Product Service or Warranty Information Please contact your local HARDI dealer To contact HARDI directly Plea...

Page 10: ...1 Welcome 1 2 ...

Page 11: ... 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 Wash and change clothes after spraying Wash tools if they have become contaminated This symbol means WARNING Be alert as your safety can be involved Note the following recommended precautions and safe operating...

Page 12: ...aragraphs dealing with the model you have acquired This manual should be read along with that of Mistblowing Technique provided with the equipment so that you can obtain the best possible results This product line is very versatile due to the large range of optional extras available and their possible combina tions The most commonly used technical data for air flow power consumption and directions...

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

Page 15: ...id 5 Pump 6 Operating unit 7 3 point hitch upper link 8 3 point hitch lower links 9 Front level indicator 10 Support legs 11 Side level indicator 12 Fan housing 13 Air inlet guard 14 Air outlet guard 15 Fan General View Zenit with Axial Fan General info 3 Description ...

Page 16: ...onment when doing the spray job Use of the ZENIT sprayer The serial number plate is riveted onto the left hand side of the frame indicating the make model and serial number of the sprayer The frame is manufactured with a tubular profile which provides great durability and resistance to breakages and vibra tions To protect it from corrosion it is sanded down and covered with a layer of special pain...

Page 17: ...ing agitation and the powder mixer a manual pressure regulator B with built in safety valve and a manifold pressure gauge C The blower nozzles are operated with hydraulically con trolled section valves using the tractor hydraulics All of these con trols are conveniently mounted in the control bracket located on the front of the sprayer BK 2 Manual control The BK 2 manual control consists of a Mast...

Page 18: ...pens and allows the flow to return The valve opens at 220 psi 15 bar Do not remove the safety valve from the liquid circuit as this could put your safety at risk Diaphragm pump with 2 diaphragms model 321 with easily accessible valves and diaphragms Standard 540 r p m 6 splines Pump Pressure damper To avoid the vibrations caused by pressure pulses in the liquid cir cuit the 321 pumps are fitted wi...

Page 19: ... Pressure damper 5 Agitation Powder mixer valve 6 Pressure Regulator Safety valve 7 Manifold pressure gauge Diagram HC 2 Hydraulic controls 8 Agitation 9 Return to tank 10 Powder mixer 11 Hydraulic remote section valves 12 Pressure filters 13 Blower nozzles ...

Page 20: ...3 Pump 4 Pressure damper 5 BK Operating unit 6 Main On Off valve 7 Manifold pressure gauge 8 Safety valve 9 Agitation Powder mixer valves 10 Agitation 11 Powder mixer 12 Returns to tank 13 Pressure filters 14 Blower nozzles Diagram BK manual control ...

Page 21: ... guards DANGER Use of the air kit without protection guards is not permitted DANGER Keep away from the air inlets and outlets while the fan is on Some objects may be expelled from the air outlet or a piece of cloth could be sucked into the air inlet The blower unit is the most dangerous part of the machine Do not try to change any of the parts without consulting your nearest dealer beforehand Adju...

Page 22: ... work out the results in first gear decrease the values by 15 Blades in position 3 Power consumption These results have been calculated when the fan is in top gear high To work out the results in first gear decrease the values by 45 Blades in position 4 Flow These results have been calculated when the fan is in top gear high To work out the results in first gear decrease the values by 15 Blades in...

Page 23: ...Zenit sprayer are equipped with two speed gear boxes Gear box The gear box for the AG820 32 air kit has two speeds The speed ratio is as follows AG820 1st speed 1 3 69 2nd speed 1 4 36 The capacity is 44 oz 1 3 Liters of oil for cooling and lubrication Use synthetic SAE 30 oil See Maintenance for how frequently the equipment needs to be checked ...

Page 24: ... of the parts without consulting your nearest dealer beforehand Adjusting blower units in order to change their characteristics should only be done by qualified people On all pneumatic blower unit models there are protection guards They are fundamental for avoiding accidents and stopping foreign objects from getting inside the fan Protection guards DANGER Use of the air kit without protection guar...

Page 25: ...and takes advantage of the high air speed in the spout to break up the spray film and create a very fine mist that includes some turbulence The atomizers in the spout spread the mist uniformly in the shape of a fan Pneumatic system There are four types of spouts which make up the boom configura tion you may have on your sprayer A Cannon with one outlet B Spout with 2 outlets C Spout with 3 outlets...

Page 26: ... takes advantage of the great amount of turbu lence in the cone shaped low volume nozzle and distributes the sprayed mist correctly The air enters the spout at high speed and spreads the mist in the shape of a fan Hydro pneumatic system The ZENIT sprayer uses spouts with three nozzles ...

Page 27: ...ection film is washed off Before putting the sprayer into operation DANGER ROTATING TRANSMISSION SHAFTS WITHOUT PROTECTION GUARDS ARE FATAL 1 Always STOP ENGINE before attaching the transmission shaft to tractor P T O most tractor P T O shafts can be rotated by hand to facilitate spline alignment when engine is stopped 2 When attaching the shaft make sure that the snap lock is FULLY ENGAGED push a...

Page 28: ...t Installation Mechanical connections WARNING Make sure the transmission shaft fits properly the first time it is installed to prevent damage to the sprayer or tractor 7 Fit the chains 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 ...

Page 29: ...alve Hydraulic requirements for HC 1 or HC 2 controls The tractor hydraulic system requires One double acting hydraulic outlet for the 180 turning function of the spout One double acting hydraulic outlet for the lift cylinder Hydraulic requirements for CANNON spout The tractor hydraulic system requires One double acting hydraulic outlet for the lift cylinder One double acting hydraulic outlet for ...

Page 30: ... different applications as well as the power of the tractor To change the position of the angle of the fan blades you should follow these steps 1 Take off the suction guard 2 Loosen the Allen screws A without taking them out completely 3 Loosen the Allen screws B holding the nut at the back of the fan 4 With both hands on opposite blades turn them to the position wanted between 1 and 4 All the bla...

Page 31: ...n be used with this boom B11 Fixed boom This type of boom is for treating four row sides or two complete rows The spouts are totally adaptable to the type of crop Loosen the screws on the spout supports and adapt the height and width In order to direct the spout to the area to be treated it can be rotat ed The left and right side booms can be opened and closed manually B20 Manual boom This type of...

Page 32: ...4 Sprayer setup 4 6 ...

Page 33: ...treating four row sides or two complete rows The spouts are totally adjustable as far as height and inclina tion is concerned By adjusting bracket A it is possible to place the spouts closer or further away from the row depending on how dense the crop is By adjusting bracket B it is possible to move all the spouts on the back forwards or backwards By adjusting bracket C it is possible to place the...

Page 34: ...he left or right boom fold switch on the 4 switch handle and pushing the lever one way The boom is folded back in by pressing the same switch and push ing the lever the other way The left or right blower nozzles are turned On by pressing the left or right section switch on the 4 switch handle and pushing the hydraulic lever one way The section is turned Off by pressing the same switch on the 4 swi...

Page 35: ...NON to go from a horizontal position to a vertical one between 10 to 80 Hydraulic movements of the CANNON model For a 180 rotation another double acting outlet is necessary This movement enables you to carry out the treatment on one side or the other of the CANNON regardless of the direction the tractor is going ...

Page 36: ...inking A clean water tank is integrated into the top of the main tank Remove tank lid A fill with clean water and replace tank lid For use of water turn the ball valve lever B to open tap The ball valve is located at the bottom of the clean water tank on sprayer s left side The water from this tank is for hand washing cleaning of clogged nozzles etc Only fill the clean water tank with clean water ...

Page 37: ...hould be at a complete stop before attempting to change gears in the gear box The maximum number of revolutions when in use is 540 rpm The diaphragm pump is self priming and can be run dry without dam age Diaphragm pump ATTENTION See Maintenance section for how frequently the pump needs to be checked WARNING Make sure the pump is properly greased before operating the sprayer The air pressure in th...

Page 38: ... would be far too small and the product could evaporate in high temperatures or be carried off by the breeze or wind The pneumatic system is fitted with ceramic calibrated discs This type of disc has two possible positions If the disc is placed so that the flow goes in through the cone shaped side the nozzle will give out more flow than if it is placed so that flow goes in through the flat side Th...

Page 39: ...essure agitation and the powder mixer turn the manifold valve A straight up or down The left and right blower nozzles are turned on and off by the left and right hydraulic section valves Make sure each hydraulic hose is connected to a separate single act ing hydraulic outlet on the tractor The nozzles for each section are turned On by pushing the hydraulic lever for that section in one direction a...

Page 40: ...the pressure gauge E again shows the same pressure as when both valves were on Turn the valve clockwise for higher pressure counter clockwise for lower pressure 3 Turn the lever 2 back to the On position Down 4 Repeat steps 1 through 3 for the other section valve When properly adjusted the pressure should remain the same whether both valves are open or if either one of the section valves is closed...

Page 41: ...manufacturer s instructions given on the chemical label WARNING It is always advisable to have clean water available especially when filling the sprayer with the chemi cal WARNING Always clean the sprayer carefully and immediately after use WARNING Only mix chemicals in the tank according to directions given by the chemical manufacturer WARNING Always clean the sprayer before changing to another c...

Page 42: ...out on a soakaway This is an area of ground that is not used for cropping You must avoid seepage or runoff of residue into streams water courses ditches wells springs etc The washings from the cleaning 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 ...

Page 43: ...y 6 After spraying the liquid out stop the pump and fill the tank 1 2 full with clean water Note that some chemicals require the tank to be completely filled Add appropriate detergent and or deactivating agent e g washing soda or Triple ammonia 7 Start the pump and operate all controls enabling the liquid to come in contact with all the components Leave the nozzles until last Some detergents and d...

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Page 45: ...ints thoroughly before lubricating Avoid skin con tact with oil products for longer periods Always follow the shown direction concerning recommended quan tity If no recommended quantity is given feed lubricator until 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 ...

Page 46: ...mper 3 Check the transmission shaft 4 Check the mechanical clutch 5 Grease the diaphragm pump After every 50 hours 1 Carry out the maintenance mentioned above 2 Check the hydraulic hoses if equipped 3 Change the oil in the gearbox After every 250 hours 1 Carry out the maintenance mentioned above 2 Service check of the transmission shaft 3 Service check of seals in liquid circuit 4 Service check of...

Page 47: ...the O ring with veg etable oil before closing the lid Finally replace the yellow valve han dle and lock into position to allow flow through the filter 10 hours service Suction filter Regular maintenance WARNING The suction filter is one of the most important elements of the fluid circuit The ability of the pump to take in air correctly largely depends on how well the filter has been cleaned and ma...

Page 48: ...mp into the gearbox It consists of two pinions 1 and a double chain 2 which holds them together The chain must be greased every 50 hours to avoid unnecessary wear When the chain is worn it is recommended to change all parts as a new chain on worn pinions will wear faster 50 hours service Mechanical clutch Check the filters after 50 hours of use Make sure to carefully inspect the mesh If it is not ...

Page 49: ...2 Oil Fill 3 Oil Drain Capacity 44 oz 1 3 Liters Use synthetic SAE 30 oil Gearbox for Pneumatic P540 22 Blower units 1 Level indicator 2 Oil Fill 3 Oil Drain Capacity 59 oz 1 75 Liters Use synthetic SAE 30 oil The oil fill is at the top of the blower unit behind the tank Check the hydraulic circuit for leaks and repair if any 250 hours service Hydraulic circuit DANGER Hydraulic leaks Never use you...

Page 50: ... under Shield replacement on transmission shaft 1000 hours service Transmission shaft Each hydraulically controlled section valve should be greased every 250 working hours or once a year or after cleaning the sprayer 250 hours service Hydraulically controlled section valves ...

Page 51: ... checking valves Diaphragms Remove the diaphragm cover 4 after having dismantled the valve compartment as indicated above The diaphragm 5 may then be changed If fluids have reached the crankcase re grease the pump thoroughly Pump valves and diaphragms replacement General info Occasional maintenance The MANIFOLD valve can be adjusted if it is too tight to operate or if it is too loose liquid leakag...

Page 52: ... bearing cups again check that needles are placed correctly Avoid dust and dirt in the new bearings 6 Repeat procedure to the opposite end of the transmission shaft Replacement of transmission shaft cross journals 1 The retaining ring A holds the base cone B and shield bell C to the shield tube D 2 Locate the three white tabs on the retaining ring A visible through the shield bell C Pushing these ...

Page 53: ...through the nozzles as well The anti freeze will also prevent O rings seals diaphragms etc from drying out 6 Lubricate all lubricating points according to the lubricating scheme regardless of intervals stated 7 When the sprayer is dry remove rust from possible scratches or damages in the paint and touch up the paint 8 Remove the glycerine filled pressure gauges and store them frost free in vertica...

Page 54: ...Maintenance 6 10 Spare parts 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 ...

Page 55: ...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 for leaks and cracks paying particular...

Page 56: ...it FAULT Air in system Pump valves blocked or worn Nozzles worn Excessive liquid agitation The blower unit s nuts are broken or worn Fill suction hose with water for initial prime Check for obstructions and wear Check flow rate and replace nozzles that exceed it by 10 Reduce pump r p m Check safety valve is tight Turn agitation off Use foam damping additive Replace or tighten the nuts Suction pres...

Page 57: ...00 mm 155 Gal 600 Liters 65 1660 mm 77 1950 mm 67 1700 mm ZENIT PNEUMATIC B11 Boom EMPTY FULL 105 Gal 400 Liters 838 lbs 380 kg 1940 lbs 880 kg 155 Gal 600 Liters 860 lbs 390 kg 2490 lbs 1130 kg ZENIT PNEUMATIC B20 Boom A B C 105 Gal 400 Liters 96 2450 mm 77 1950 mm 87 2200 mm 155 Gal 600 Liters 96 2450 mm 77 1950 mm 87 2200 mm Weight ZENIT AXIAL EMPTY FULL 105 Gal 400 Liters 805 lbs 365 kg 1900 l...

Page 58: ...8 Technical specifications 8 2 Pump model 321 10 0 Specifications Maximum pressure 363 PSI 25 bar Weight 53 lbs 23 9 kg Normal working revolutions 540 rpm ...

Page 59: ... 220 psi 15 bar Max pressure on the pressure manifold 435 psi 30 bar Max pressure on the suction manifold 100 psi 7 bar Suction filter gauze width 35 mesh 0 5 mm 50 mesh 0 3 mm 80 mesh 0 18 mm Pressure filter gauze width 50 mesh 0 3 mm 80 mesh 0 18 mm 100 mesh 0 15 mm Temperature and pressure ranges Filters and nozzles ...

Page 60: ...leaned The tank hose and synthetic fittings can be incinerated at an authorized 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 Disposal of the sprayer Materials and Recycling ...

Page 61: ...al for any other reason or for injuries either to the owner or to a third party nor can we be called upon to be responsible for labor charges other than originally agreed incurred in the removal or replacement 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 etc b Transportation of any HARDI...

Page 62: ... be final and conclusive and the purchaser agrees to accept its decisions on all questions as to defect and to the 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 an officer of HARDI at it s head office 13 Any warranty work performed which will exceed 400 ...

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Page 64: ...1 4160 337 Sovereign Rd London Ontario N6M 1A6 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 NORTH AMERICA INC Visit us online at www hardi us com ...

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