KIFCO AG-RAIN Water-Reel E30A Operator'S Manual Download Page 21

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Page 1: ...ERATOR S MANUAL Models T30A to T40A E30A to E40A Copyright February 2003 by Kifco Inc Kifco Inc 707 South Schrader Avenue P O Box 290 Havana IL 62644 Phone 309 543 4425 Fax 309 543 4945 www kifco com...

Page 2: ...Kifco Ag Rain product support Please see specific warranty statement in this manual The warranty excludes Alterations or modifications not previously approved Neither Kifco Ag Rain dealers nor repres...

Page 3: ...ean _______ Delivery Checklist Review operator manual with the user and explain the following 1 Kifco warranty policy and claims procedure _______ 2 Safe operation and service _______ 3 Transporting t...

Page 4: ...ine Drive Speed Control Linkage 24 Engine Drive Compensation Overview 24 33 Engine Drive Shut Off System 24 Hydraulic Controls Maintenance Adjustments 26 Turbine Shut Off Adjustment 29 Level Wind Timi...

Page 5: ...judgment relating to safe operation and safe conduct by operators and spectators whether invited or not 6 Always bring the safety decals and placards on the machine to the attention of operators and...

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Page 7: ...l Do not allow children to operate the tractor that is positioning the Water Reel Never allow children to climb or ride on the machine at any time Use Caution Around Pressurized Lines Be sure pressure...

Page 8: ...the Water Reel while it is in operation Keep All Guards and Shields In Place Never Operate this Machine with Safety Guards Removed Never Service or Make Adjustments While The Water Reel Is Pressurize...

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Page 10: ...ed up by rotating the spool with the hand crank If this is not possible then pull all of the tube out before attempting to rewind the tube 2 Never try to move or relocate the machine if the tube is no...

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Page 12: ...stment Limits Start Up Procedure Successful operation of the Water Reel irrigation system depends a great deal on the operator s understanding of the proper pullout and start up procedure Unless you a...

Page 13: ...e diagram below 2 Deploy the stabilizer legs Manually or hydraulically extend the stabilizer legs until both stabilizer feet are firmly inserted into the ground For hydraulic units this will also lowe...

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Page 15: ...ns and the entire tube is seldom pulled all the way out or when the sprinkler cart is pulled out fast and with sudden stops When the spool coasts the irrigation tube will become loose on the spool 7 A...

Page 16: ...Leaving the machine exercise the compensation shut off bar that stops the engine or turbine Confirm that it works easily and that it safely stops the turbine or engine 11 Observe pressure travel spee...

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Page 18: ...ng in this section 7 8 Hours required for a complete run about 13 2 can be read from the chart at the bottom of the performance guide entitled Retraction Speed of Irrigation Tube Ft Hr 8 Note This inf...

Page 19: ...reasonably constant sprinkler cart retraction speed throughout the run See the Maintenance Adjustments section in this manual for more information about adjusting the turbine or engine compensators Tr...

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Page 28: ...inkler cart lift are linked together mechanically so the hydraulic cylinders move both the stabilizer legs and the sprinkler cart lift at the same time The tractor that tows the Water Reel typically p...

Page 29: ...rt Up and Operation 2 Extend the tongue jack to accept the weight of the machine from the tractor drawbar and unhitch the tractor from the machine If the hydraulic hoses have been connected to the tra...

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Page 32: ...ne levelwind appears to be malfunctioning be positive that the levelwind timing is really at fault before attempting to change the timing This machine was shipped from the factory with the tube wound...

Page 33: ...fted to neutral prior to tube pull out and re engaged at the beginning of the irrigation run Drive Roller Adjustment If the drive system has been disassembled it will be necessary to adjust the mesh o...

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Page 36: ...Contact an operating sprinkler may result in personal injury or death The sprinkler carts have adjustable width rear axles The rear axle should be adjusted to the maximum width compatible with the cr...

Page 37: ...al and a secure grip on the tube for dragging Cutaway of Installed Sprinkler Cart Fitting The following steps should be followed when installing fittings 1 Secure the end of the tube by fastening it t...

Page 38: ...nstallation depend on which fitting is being installed To install a flange style fitting use bar 5 or 6 feet long placed between two bolts inserted through the holes in the flange For the spool elbow...

Page 39: ...ion is by fusion welding This method requires special welding equipment and will return the tube back to its original condition if done properly Tubes that are old or badly worn may be difficult or im...

Page 40: ...he water then rewinding with the PTO is not recommended This process is not effective and exposes the system to damage Please read the section titled Handling the Polyethylene Tube Caution Even though...

Page 41: ...ppropriate sprinkler nozzle 5 Sprinkler Cart Lift Arm Install the sprinkler cart transport lift arm on Water Reels equipped with the single arm lift Final adjustment of the sprinkler cart lift assembl...

Page 42: ...W Cart Wet 4582 3268 2517 1470 Speed Range Ft Hr Engine 40 400 40 400 40 400 40 400 Speed Range Ft Hr Turbine 30 200 30 200 30 200 30 200 Tire Size 11L x 15 11L x 15 11L x 15 11L x 15 Dimensions ft in...

Page 43: ...e Height 42 42 47 46 E Nozzle Height 69 63 68 67 F Trajectory Degrees 27 24 24 24 G Stream Height 5 Feet 99 87 91 91 H Stream Height 10 Feet 130 116 120 120 The above information is based on the sprin...

Page 44: ...ations Sprinkler Cart Configuration Limits The sprinkler cart can be adjusted in many of different configurations The cart can be symmetric or asymmetric The above diagram shows the limits of the conf...

Page 45: ...completion and length of tube remaining is also displayed 4 Riser Pipe Extensions Extensions for elevating the sprinkler on the sprinkler cart are available They are available in one and two foot len...

Page 46: ...available only if A KIFCO has received a properly executed delivery record and B KIFCO is notified in writing within 30 days upon discovery of an alleged defect and C KIFCO S examination of the equipm...

Page 47: ...eafter In the event that the tubing is replaced the warranty period is not extended beyond the 60 months counted from the original purchase date 3 This warranty shall be available only if A KIFCO has...

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